#She wont accept other scrap metal I find for her

[thetravelingymleader]

Sligoogle? How do I get my tinkatink to stop trying to HAMMER MY POOR BRONZONG, PLEASE.

[sweater-daddiesdumbdork]

What You Deserve

A/N- This is not actually part of the story, its a unused story that I spent a couple weeks writing so I didnt have the heart to delete it although I scrapped it from the original story line. So please know that I did use some of these scenes in my rewrite. 

Summary- 5.7k Curtis Evertt and Y/N. Early Years. You sit with a dying member of the train and listen to her talk about her late husband, and the idea of Soulmates crosses your mind. Do they exist? 

Warnings- Death, Almost a Non Con situation. Curtis having doubts that hes good enough. Boom, got them all I think. 

You sat with the older woman, Sheri for some time that day, perched on the end of her bunk, one leg folded underneath you and one dangling over the edge, her hand interlaced with your own. Sheri was dying your mother informed you that morning, and you simply couldnt let her pass off all alone. Your fingers interlaced with hers in that moment, yours young soft and supple, to her knobby jointed ones, age spots sprinkled across what felt like paper thin softness, like you press to hard it would fall apart. Every now and then a weak wet cough would spring forth, and you would lean forward to pat her mouth softly of any spittle that happened to escape. It was the least you could do for her, try to let her keep her dignity.

“Child, you shouldnt be here watching this.” Sheri would sputter, hazy eyes narrowing at you, knowing you wouldnt leave even if she was to send you away.

You shrugged, and resettled the blankets. “Where else would I go Sheri? Mom and Dad have everything all set in the medic bay, and I got lonely. Who better to keep me company?”

She snorted and coughed once more, raising her hand to wipe at her mouth before you could. “Hmmm, well Curtis comes to mind.”

You blush a bit and look away, which she grinned seeing your lovesick reaction. “Uh huh... Sheri, hes just a friend. And hes got better things to do. Like getting ready with McGregor.” Sheri rolled her eyes at you, and shifted to make herself more comfortable. “Child, ive see the way you two look at one another. I might be old, Im not blind. If you two would just admit your feelings are more then friends, then who knows. Might be the best thing you ever experience. I remember when I told Nathan how I felt. He was all stumbling over his words, spilling it as well.”

You chuckle at her memory, remembering Nathan well when you first came on the train, he was fiercly protective of his wife, and doted on Sheri, loved her with his last breath. You encourage her to speak more of her past, how Nathan and her had a whirlwind romance that ended with the two of them eloping. How when her father found out, he banned her from the house, and the first home she shared with Nathan was nothing more then a room with a bathroom, it was all they needed to start. “It got better, he was accepted to a university, and worked as a janitor at night, I was a waitress in a small off the interstate diner, along with babysitting. It was hard, but we appreciated all that we had.” Sheris eyes slipped closed and she mumbled. “Okay, Im gonna nap now, come back later Y/N, and we will talk some more.” the womans head tipped to the side, and you stayed long enough to be sure she was sleeping.

Drawing your way out, you are sure to slide the curtain closed for her privacy, and start making another round to see to other people, chat with them, just see if they need anything in general. You dont notice the wandering eyes following you, weaving through the people till you got to a quiter part of the tail end. You didnt notice, not until its to late when an arm shoots out in front of you, making you pause momentarily as it blocked you. “What the... Eric, what do you want?” You try to duck under his arm, but the mans grasp on your arm pauses you. A glance his way showed a handsome young man, blond locks curling around green eyes, that glinted coldly at you, and he firmly without any choice of your own backed you against the wall. “See youve been playing little home nurse again Y/N”

“Just helping mom and dad, can you please let go?” You try tugging your arm from his grasp and his other hand came up to your face to trace the curve, obviously not ready to loosen his hold, for whatever reason you would clam up around him, your heart fluttering and your breath quickening. Some would think it was innocent attraction. But it was more fear of what he would eventually do to you if given the chance. 

“When you going to let me kiss you huh? I dont see why you keep fighting me on this.” He hovered closer, his breath washing over your face and you wrinkle your nose at it. It was hot and sour to you, you tried to pull back but there was no where else to go, so the back of your head would thump against the cold metal wall.

“Im not, I dont want to and you cant change my mind.” You wriggle once more trying to get him to stop digging into your arm. “So how about you go find one of the other girls? I know there are plenty who want to be with you.”

“To easy, I rather like the one who denies me” His voice dropped deeper, making you panic sightly. His eyes, you hated the way he would stare at you, following you from wherever he was, like you were a prize to be had. "I figured it's about time I change your mind about it though." You strain out of his touch on your face and go to push against his chest to stumble him back.

"I said no! Fuck no would I ever be with you, let alone kiss you" you snap at him, turning to leave, put distance between you two, back in a crowd. Eric was to coward to try to anything with people around. He snarled though, wrapping an arm around you.

Effectively he pinned your arms helpless and your back against your chest, falling back harder then you expected, making you helpless, his hand clasped over your mouth, effectively muffling any protests you had. "What you think your to good for someone like me sweetheart. If your good enough to get Curtis's dick wet, think you can mine as well without this much of a fight." Your eyes widened at his words. I haven't, were not, stop... Your panic is washing over you, and he manipulated your head to fall back to his shoulder, lemmegolemmegolemmego, you try twisting out. Then he pressed his face in your neck, and bit you, what started as a sloppy kiss turned into a bruising bite, screaming at the shock of pain and you try kicking him hard enough in the leg behind you to drop him. The tread of your boot slid down the inside of his leg, and he pushed you away from him to crash you against the trains wall, hard enough to bounce you off, making you groan from the harsh impact.

Erics hand whipped you around, effectively pinning you with his body. No way to leverage a kick again, and hands pinned your arms down to keep from attacking. "Fucken shit head!" Your voice raised into yelling at him, where was everyone? It was eerily quiet and no one around, he smirked at your struggles, dawning on you when you saw how turned on, felt how turned on. That foreign bulge dug into your belly. "Keep struggling Y/N, just makes me hard for you, so cute thinking you don't want this."

"Your vile Eric, like those front end pigs" nothing but disgust dripping from your tone, trying to hide your fear. But he knows, it just widens his predatory grin knowing your words were masking the fear coursing through your veins. His lips hovered so close, mocking tone as he brushed them barely against yours, as you tried tilting your face away. “Come on Y/N, just one little kiss for me. Do it and I will let you go.”

You glare at him and spit, right in the fuckers face, it runs down his eyes and nose, and you smirk at him as he starts cussing and wiping his face on his sleeve. “You little fucken cunt whore! Nasty pig think you can get away with that shit?!” His hand releases you and goes to hit you when a grasp catches his wrist, wrenching it back. Both yours and Erics eyes go wide in surprise, and you see Curtis glowering behind him, firmly twisting Erics arm hard, then harder again he snarls out. “She sure as fuck is gonna get away with it. I think she told you no”

Curtis jerked Erics arm further and a crack was followed by Eric screaming and letting you go, you slid away from his grasp, Curtis jerking him forward to take where he had you pinned before. They were evenly matched in size, but Curtis had him crushed between his body and metal, his face distorted as you glanced up. It struck you in this moment just how opposite these two men were. Curtis never once raised his voice in the time youve known him,but he had to raise above Erics squealing out in pain and anger. “When a person tells you no, It fucken mean no. You owe Y/N an apology.” He pulled Eric off the wall, and kicked at the back of his knees to drop him in front of you.

Curtis loomed over him, his arm still firmly twisted up between his shoulder blades, and growled in the mans ear. “Say it, or Im going to wrench it right off your body.”

“Im sorry!” you could see the effort it took Eric to say it, but Curtis clearly wasnt satisfied.

“AGAIN!” This time he really roared, Eric cowering a bit, and remorseful, he started again.

“Im sorry Y/N, I promise to never touch you again!” Curtis glances at you and nods that its okay, he had him firmly and you stepped forward, grasping the mans hair, and tipping his head back.

“Touch me ever again, or ANYONE on this train, your dead, do you hear me Eric? I will have no problem watching you die, either by my hand or another. Am. I. Fucking. CLEAR?”

“Yes! god yes, just let me go, it wont happen again.” Eric pleads, and you step away from Eric, and circle around to Curtis’s side. Shoving him harshly away, Eric rolled to a stand and clutched his arm, racing away as fast as he could. The coward, would probably make up some lie to cover face when he made it to your father went to reset the arm. You stood next to Curtis, still fuming. Your fear from earlier forgotten, now you were just enraged watching where the coward disappeared.

“Hey, he aint gonna try messing with you again.” Curtis let his hand rest against your shoulder, looking down at you. He couldnt help but admire you in your rage and fury. Your cheeks were flushed red, and whisps of your hair curled around your face, your eyes bright as you dragged in air sharply to blow it out. Then you turned your gaze, softening just looking at him, and could see you start to loose that edge of your temper. He did that for you.. Curtis gaze softened in return and you turn into him, sliding your arms around his waist and pressing your face in against his chest.

“Thank you for looking out for me Curtis.” his hands braced against your back and seemed to envelope you. If possible he would just hold you like that for alot longer, but you pulled away, keeping it just friends. Maybe you noticed the way his heart jumped, or the way his throat caught in his throat. And it had been that way for monthes now, seeing you in this whole other way. Since that night you fought him, trying to defy that you would ever eat again. Something shifted that day, and yet he held back from telling you, mentioning it. Honestly he didnt deserve someone like you, for all the blackness in his soul. It was better you two just stay this. Stay friends. 

“Your welcome Y/N, I came to let you know Sheri, shes asking for you specifically. Your mom asked me to come get you.” Curtis was about to walk you back, but your eyes widened, and you sprinted up the aisle and out of sight before he could even think to catch up. Unsure of why you were rushing, he followed along behind, and hovered nearby, seeing glimpses of your hair as you were ducked in the bunk, and worried about intruding, he inched forward a bit enough to hear you, make sure it was all okay. Your voice was soft, almost sorrowed as you spoke. 

“Im here Sheri, Im sorry I didnt come sooner...” 

Unintelligible to Curtis at the moment, it only sounded older, raspier and you gave a small chuckle at whatever was said. 

“I already told you, were friends, Curtis and I.” your voice seems to be teasing at this, and guilt at eavesdropping, Curtis turned away from the two of them, those last words echoing in his minds. Friends. Thats all they were, and all they would ever be. He had to accept it. You werent really his, and he needed to stop feeling responsible for you.  The thought alone made him feel slightly depressed and heavy in his chest, hollow. It made him feel hollow, and he fell right in line with the others shuffling to the front to collect there daily rations. 

You curled up near Sheris side, in the time you left her, she just gotten worst, and the both of you knew it really was just a matter of time now. For a while Sheri fell back into stories of the past, mixing You and Nathan up, once in a while she will talk to you like you were her husband. Her soft knobby hands grasping yours, and a smile etching on her tired face. 

“Im so tired Nathan, whats it like?” She would say with her eyes closed, and you with your head slightly bowed, trying not to let your tears fall yet, you put on a smile instead and nod softly. 

“Yea Sheri Dear, its nice. All love and kindness. You never hurt, your always warm and we can be together.” 

“But is there Hershey Bars Nathan? And dont you lie to me, cause I always know.” 

You laugh slightly at it, barely remembering them yourself, but you do your best. “Of course, every day I will get you all the chocolate you want.” 

Sheri hums as if happy, and her eyes open, looking up at you. “Oh child you dont have to stay.” Back to herself again, she folded her hands around yours and patted them softly. “Thank you for sitting with me, Nathan told me hes waiting for me, and Im ready to go... Im ready to see him again, My Nathan.” She slowed her movements and drifted off to sleep. At some point your mother checks in on you. “Want me to sit with her and you go get some sleep?” 

A gentle shake of your head and smile, youve done this before... the silent wait, the death watch. “No, its okay. I will see you in the morning.” Your mother nods with understanding, life on the train, these past 10 years made you grow up faster then you should. It did for all of you. 

You sat there with her, refusing to leave this time, still holding her hand, that was limp and warm in your own, tracing over her knuckles and along the top of her hand, aged, weathered. Nothing really last forever, and in these thoughts Sheri drifted away, in her sleep. Just as she wanted. 

When you felt her just, become a body once more, you let your tears run free now, falling in the womans blankets, while you readjust her to cover her completely, shifting to a stand a bit weak legged from the hours you were there. You went to find your mother, but see shes sleeping, both your parents are. Looking up and down the aisle, you really dont want to be alone, not now. Not after having to say goodbye. It was moments like these you missed your little brother, having someone to hold in your arms and remember all the good memories through your sorrow.

Without even thinking about it, you wander, and soon your standing in front of a bunk youve never been into, but you knew who was there. You could hear him snore softly, and shift in his sleep. A soft rustle of his coat, a shadow in the darkness. Your heart catches, and it aches. It aches for your friend, for how excited she was to see her husband again. How you dont know if she really was though. “Curtis?” Your voice is soft, your not even sure you said it. But within seconds he sleepily stuck his head out, and hand wiping at his eyes and brows coming together in concern. “Y/N? Whats wrong? Are you okay?” 

You nod softly and maybe you shouldnt, it was such an odd request but it bubbles right out of your throat into words. “I dont... I dont want to be alone, please?” Your gaze lifts and it takes him a few seconds to register what your asking for, when it clicks, he doesnt even hesitate, his hand reaching out to grasp yours and help you up. Maybe he should send you home, send you back. But your looking so fragile in the dark, alone. 

When you settled in, Curtis felt the bunk warm up between you two, and you laid curled up near his side, not touching , but nearby. Your breathing was fast paced and uneasy. Nervous... Fuck shes nervous. He turned to his side, and reached out to grasp your chin lightly to look up at him, since you had your face tucked down. “Y/N, want to tell me whats going on?” Curtis figured it was best to get to the bottom of what was bothering you, why you came to seek him like this. 

“Do you believe in soulmates and such Curtis?” You start to loosen up, folding your hands under your head as you roll to your side as well, looking back at him. Curtis brow furrowed a bit at the very odd question from you, and gave a light shrug at it. “Im not entirely sure Y/N, I never thought about it honestly. My folks werent exactly the most loving towards each other, kinda like... “ He tried to think of how to compare them to that you might remember. “Al and Peggy Bundy from that comedy. I dont know if you would even know what Im talking about. But anyways, always kinda mean to one another, but they just stayed together. Soulmates? I dont know if they exist. Why?” 

You vaguely recalled what he was talk about, the theme song playing a bit through your mind, you remembered your dad watching it, but you never paid attention to what he was watching. “Yea I know what your talking about Curtis. I was sitting with Sheri during her last bit, and she thought I was her husband. It just... she talked to him like they hadnt missed a beat, although its been years. I did my best to give her answers for him. I just, think I witnessed what that would be.” Curtis reached out and wrapped you up in his arms, understanding now that you were saying Sheri was gone. Doing that sit was never easy. Clearly this one effected you. But certainly not in the way he fully expected. 

You let him pull you in close, twisting to lean in against his chest while he held you, his hand was rubbing up and down your back in a comforting manner. It lulled you to close your eyes, and after a few moments, you heard him speak. A rumble in his chest making you stir to look up at him. At this angle, you couldnt see his eyes. “Before this, did you believe in that notion? Soul mates, think they could find each other in a life like this?” Curtis question made you pull up to sit next to him, so you could properly see him. See if he was teasing you, although he didnt have that tone he did when he was, or if he was being serious in his question. Crystal blue eyes stared up at you, with nothing but seriousness, and maybe hope? 

You studied Curtis for a few moments, and as sometimes happened to you, your heart seemed to speed just a bit, and you smiled at him softly, nodding. “I do Curtis, call me a hopeless romantic but we have to have hope right? Why not hope that we can find something so complete in even this hell.” You shrug and tip your head against your shoulder in that optimistic way before dropping your shrug. It was then he pushed up to sit as well, and he pulled at his lip with a drag of his teeth, seeming to think. You waited him out, your hands folding in your laps and looking at him wide eyed. 

Why do you look at him like that. His resolve weakening. You were so innocent looking up at him, patient as always for him to find the words, for him to decide, for him to get rid of that guilt that he doesnt deserve you in a way more then this. You were probably the reason he hasnt done anything to reckless and gotten himself killed. Fuck it Curtis... Resolve sliding over his face and his hands cupped the sides of your face, so soft under his touch, just as he knew you would be. Soft for him, he only wanted you to ever be soft for him like this, wanting to feel you press against him, the warmth of your breath whispering into his ear that you needed him. How many times had he thought this, wanted this. And now, you were staring up at him just waiting for him to tell you all this. 

“Can I kiss you Y/N?” He asked, ready to pull back the moment you looked appalled by his request, and you never utter those words, nothing changes but a quickening of your breath, and a nervous lick of your lips. Curtis wonders, have you ever been asked before? He was patient, he could wait, would wait till your ready. Its something you never admitted to yourself, but yes... you really wanted that kiss. A dip of your head and a soft “Yes” was given. 

Thumbs circled over her cheekbones, and you held your breath, waiting with anticipation. His features grew soft looking at you, raking over your face for a moment, searching for a no from you before he lowered his head and pressed his lips to yours, they were softer then you been expecting, and a bit lost in what to do. But Curtis started a light nibble, a press of his tongue made you gasp in surprise. A tentative touch of his tongue against your own, and you finally started to relax into it, exploring in your own way. Although Curtis controlled your first kiss, you felt free, a rush of your senses making you pull in closer, your hands sliding up his chest and around the back of his neck. 

Your fingers buried into the back of his shirt, and his own hands slid off your face, and down to your hips to pull you in closer, flushing you into his chest, and a rumbling moan crept from him. You were everything he knew you would be and more. Already it was rushing to his head, feeding a deep seated hunger he had been ignoring for the past ten years since arriving on the train. If he wasnt careful, he was going to do something he might regret, and pulled away, leaving you stunned, and giving a whimper at the loss of his lips against yours. How flushed you looked, shocked, even dare he say a hint of pleasure dazing your eyes. Your lips were swollen from his kiss, and that made him pleased he could make you look like this, just a simple kiss. 

Staring at one another, it was apparent that there was no going back now, no more just best friends. You were still slightly in a daze and Curtis laid back down, his hand circling your arm to tug you to join him. “We should get some sleep.” in which you stretched out next to him. You wanted to say something, but didnt know what. The kiss, unlike anything youve ever experienced and in the dark, your fingers moved to touch your lips, smiling at the memory of it now. The feelings you had for him, had been there a long time, and until now, you never let yourself believe it was a true possibility. 

Curtis on the other hand, well he was cursing himself out for what he just done. You were far to good for him and he should have known better then that. He didnt deserve you, not your honey sweet kisses he just got lost in, or the way you were so sweetly curled up next to him, trying not to intrude. Oh he was fucked... completely fucked. Why did he have to kiss you? He groaned inwards, waiting, just waiting for you to come to your senses. He was a baby murderer, it would happen soon, he was sure. You would remember what he done, and push him away, shut yourself off from him, and then in that moment, Curtis would be all alone on the train. Long after you fallen asleep, Curtis laid wide awake with his thoughts poisoning his mind. 

That next day he had disappeared before you could talk to him, and kept expecting to see him, but you never did. Which was odd, cause he had a habit of finding you at various points in passing. Only place he could be was Gilliams, and that alone made you worry. Not that Gilliam was necessarily bad, but people plotted with him, talks of trying to escape was always so sush around the man, like a man of many secrets. You scolded yourself at your thoughts, knowing Gilliam was a good man. Hes helped all of you so many times, was the leader of your people. If anyone knew you felt this way, your throat closed at the idea of what could happen to you. 

You were soon distracted by a 5 year old named Joey. “Hey, Its almost time, right Y/N?” he said excitedly as he ducked into the medic bay as if he owned the place, pulling on your coat and looking up with a glimmer of hope passing his face, you wink down at him, and take care of the last of the supplies. Whatever was going on with Curtis was going to have to wait. And you pushed the thoughts from your mind.

“Of course, whenever Minister Mason announces that we are passing over bridge, that means its a whole new year, and every new years what do we get?” tapping your finger on your chin, you pretend to ponder. “Oh what is it. They are white, and inside is all that yummy goodness. Hmmmm.... Frog eggs? No way to slimey! maybe a dog egg? Wait dogs dont lay eggs... Maybe a... “ at this point Joey is just about bouncing excitedly, finally bursting out.

“Chicken? Right Y/N Chicken Eggs?! I think they lay eggs.” a slightly confused look crossed his face. “Im not even sure what a chicken is.”  

“Oooh! Thats what they are. And chickens run around on two legs, flap there wings and are big fluffy butts.” You cross your eyes at Joey and mimic flapping your arms, making him laugh.

“Like Miz Scarlett?” He asks, and he says it so innocently, you have a hard time not laughing, pressing a finger against his lips. “No no, she certainly doesnt look like a chicken.” Although she did that one time her nice feather down coat split down the back and feathers scattered through the tail end. You all still found the occasional feather fluttering through the aisle. Plus the woman had the tendency to be a bit over dramatic, flailing her arms around whenever she had to prove a point. Joey always had been an observant kid.

The two of you chatted about what else New Years brought, while heading out into the aisle to return him back to his mother. “were gonna have a cele-celebratition?” You chuckle and repeat the word properly. “Celebration, and it will be something like that yes.” It wasnt much, usually just a bunch of people sitting around the gate, waiting for there only treat Wilford ever gave them on the train. But it always turned into a good time, people sharing stories, and once in a while a game or two was played. “Gilliam is gonna tell us right?” Joey asks, now looking concerned.

Your brows come together, and nod, giving his little hand a squeeze. “Of course Buddy, were not gonna miss out on the best day ever, right? I will come make sure your there with everyone else.” You smile at him to assure, and he pulls up, leaping into a lower bunk to crawl over to his mom. “Mom! Y/N said its almost new years, and we get chicken eggs and maybe we get to hear stories and... “ he ended up running out of air and took a deep breath. “and Miz Scarlett doesnt look like a chicken.” You end up covering your mouth,while his mom puts him on her lap and shakes her head. 

“Now Joey, you cant be telling anyone they look like chickens! Jeeze child, what am I going to do with you?” She tickled his side and he went sprawling across the bed, and rolled back up, the excitement tinging his face. “I wont, I wont... I promise!” The PA systems crackles, and you put your finger up to your lip to sush Joey, all of you tipping your head to listen. Minister Masons nasal voice crackled and stated. 

“We just passed the bridge, and another year on Wilfords Miracle Train. How lucky we have all been to be here for this miraculous day. Mr.Wilford is providing everyone a treat to celebrate, be sure to come up to the front in a ORDERLY fashion, and be sure to thank him for his bountiful grace hes bestowed upon us.” 

You roll your eyes to yourself for the fucking dramatics, but you tilt your head and sound excited for Joey. “Come on Kiddo! I bet hes got something real good for us.” The child looks to his mother for permission and she nods, sending him flying out of the bunk to grasp your hand and practically tugging you down the aisle, since its quite a walk for his little legs, he wanted to hurry. “Slow down Joey, we will get there” You laugh, and then Curtis sweeps past you and hauls the kid up in his arms, grinning at you as he turned around, and walked backwards, Joey, wrapping his little arm around his neck. “We got places to be, Dont We Joe?” The little boy gave a very serious nod and looked down to Curtis. “Yes sir we do.” 

“Okay, okay... Im coming!” You pull up alongside Curtis with a sigh like they were being ridiculous, and once they were in sight of the front, Joey started wriggling to get down. “Put me down Curits, I want to go get in line!” in which hes swung down and as soon as his feet hit the grate, he bolts away from the two of you. The both of you hang back while others crowd to form a line. You let yourself lean against his shoulder and look up to catch his attention. “Feels like youve been hiding on me Curtis.” 

“No, just been busy.” He glances at you and away, watching to make sure Joey doesnt get lost in the mayhem. Liar, hes always been a bad liar. You see right through it, and you dip around to stand in front of him. “Say that again Curtis, and mean it this time.” Your mouth curls up in a grin, and he growls a bit under his breath that he had been caught. 

“Listen, yesterday...” he starts, rubbing the back of his neck and looking down. “I took advantage and I shouldnt have.” 

“Curtis Everett, when have I ever done anything I didnt want to do?” You fold your arms over your chest and shake your head. 

“Well...” 

“That doesnt count and you know it.” Giving him a silent warning and he snapped his jaw shut. You step in closer and take a hold of his jacket, fiddling your fingers in it. “Listen to me closely, You didnt take advantage, okay, and Im not going anywhere. It wasnt bad, right?” 

His eyes widened and a shake of his head to get rid of the notion, he couldnt help but touch you again, his hands moving along your arms, up to cup your face again. “Absolutely not, it was... the best kiss ive ever had.” his face softened when he said it out loud. 

A slight blush crept in your cheeks, but to hear him say that, just made you more bold, knowing you werent wrong. You were ready for this moment, and never thought it was possible. “Then why do you fight it?” You asked as you slid up against him, and move to your toes to reach him, cupping the back of his neck, you bring him down to meet you, and more confident this time, you kissed him slowly. This one was yours, and the people started cheering around them at the announcement of the new year. But for Curtis, his world narrowed to the woman in his arms, nothing else existed or mattered for him. You fit in his hold, like you were meant to be. the soulmates questioned flashed through his mind and then you moaned into his mouth, and all thoughts went away for good. 

He knew in that moment, there wasnt going to ever be anyone else. He might not deserve someone like you, but he wasnt going to let you go. 

[wkemeup]

I know you write mostly for Bucky but I saw in your tag that you would write Steve drabbles! I was wondering if you could write something with my baby Steeb? Your classic gut wrenching angst with a floofy ending? Thank youuuu 💕 You’ll always be one my fave writers 😘

Steve clenches cold metal in his hands, a gun handed to him by a man he doesn’t recognize, shouting words he can’t quite hear over the reign of gunfire. He’s standing where his fellow soldiers are kneeling within the safety of a trench and he feels hands curl into the fabric of his uniform, dragging him down behind the barrier.

He looks to the man — boy — who wears dirt on his cheeks and sweat on his brow, confusion upon his face. He’s bleeding from a cut on his forehead. 

“What the hell you doin’, Rogers?” the boy shouts at him, back pressed to the trench. He grips onto his helmet as bullets pillow against the far war, nearly missing Steve as he watches the boy in a daze.

“I, um,” Steve starts to say and he realizes he doesn’t know what he’s doing, doesn’t know how he got here, doesn’t recognize the boy who knows his name or the dirty trench he kneels in. There’s blood on his hands and he doesn’t know who it belongs to.

He looks around him to find young men huddled together, clutching onto dog tags, weapons running low on bullets, each other. The sky is grey and clouded above him, the dark overcast of rain approaching and a lull from the battlefield ceases. Men sigh in relief and he hears one let out a whimper of a cry. No one says anything.

“There you are, Steve!” he hears from behind him, a man approaching as he crouches through the trench, weaving in and out of barricades. Soft brown hair pushed away from his face. Blue eyes and a smile that easily masked the insecurity he tried so desperately to hide. “Thought I lost ya for a sec, pal.”

Bucky.

Steve laughs, wraps his around his old friend and doesn’t mind the distinct smell of musk and dirt and blood because it’s Bucky and he’s always happy to see him. 

But there’s something off, Steve realizes, as he pulls back, hand on Bucky’s left shoulder as he squeezes it reassuringly, fingers digging firmly into tough muscle. He wonders briefly why it isn’t hard as metal, why he’s able to press into the muscle in Bucky’s shoulder at all. He can’t make sense of it, doesn’t know why it feels odd in the first place.

He shakes off the feeling. He’s at war, isn’t he? There’s no time for second guessing.

Steve puts his helmet on, grins at his friend, because he’s where he was always meant to be. He’s in the good fight, serving his country and doing his part. He’s going to kill some nazis and bring some hell and maybe he’ll go home at the end of this if he survives it and see if he could find a girl loving enough to accept a sucker like him.

A deafening crack of a canon rings out in the distance and Steve shuts his eyes for only a moment. When he opens them again he’s no longer in the trench.

No, now he finds his hands are empty, gun removed from his grip, and he struggles to see more than a few feet ahead of him. The chaos of the battlefield fades away and it’s silent. 

Until, he hears the roar of a train and his heart plummets.

The wind is harsh on his body, pushing him back as he carefully treads along the roof of the train searching for an opening to drop down into. When he does, recognition rushes through him but he can’t place it, can’t figure out why a dread so cold and empty fills his stomach and twists at his heart.

It’s like déjà vu and there’s neurons firing in his brain but he can’t make the connection, can’t figure out why he knows this place. He just knows something awful is coming.

He’s sweating, he realizes, and he hears gunfire from a few cars down. Steve sprints through the aisles, shoving his way through doors and jumping between cars because he sees the blue of Bucky’s jacket in the distance.

Gunfire rings out again and Steve’s heart is in his throat. He rushes into the car behind Bucky and half the wall had been blown out, wind roaring beside him.

“Buck!” he shouts, but it’s no use.

Bucky fires a few shots at the opponent before he turns to see Steve trying to get the door open, watching him through the window. Bucky grins, excited in the frenzy of the fight, and Steve can’t help but smile back.

This was how they were best. Fighting. Defending. Brothers.

It doesn’t take long before Steve gets the door open and they’re fighting side by side. It’s a nice change in pace to Steve’s past attempts that were met with bruises in alleyways and Bucky saving his skinny ass. They’re equals, though Bucky would remind him they always were. Only now, Steve really feels it. 

But then something goes wrong and Bucky is no longer beside him. The opponent is defeated before Steve can blink, like magic, and he throws his weapon aside.

It feels familiar as he turns around to find Bucky clinging to the outside of the train. The panic, the fear, that courses through his veins in hot waves is unlike anything else and he rushes to him.

“Hold on!” Steve shouts over the wind as he grabs a tight hold of the bars on the wall of the train. Bucky winces but he nods, arms shaking as he clings on.

Steve holds out a hand and Bucky reaches to grab it but he’s too far. Inches between them and he’s an entire world away. His brother. His best friend. He can’t reach. Fingertips brush and fall out of touch.

“Buck! Give me your hand!” Steve shouts again, the desperation in his voice evident as it cracks over the roar of the wind, and he tries to get closer but his weight is falling heavy on the bars holding him up. His arms feel weak, like they did before the war, and he struggles to hold himself up. 

Bucky’s hand darts out to his in one last attempt and Steve’s breath hitches in his lungs when his hands clasps onto Bucky’s. Firm hold on one another and Bucky exhales relief, a grin presses over his lips. He starts to laugh because skinny Steve from Brooklyn saved his life again. 

Steve is elated, smiling wide and ignoring the burn in his arms, because the dread in his stomach has disappeared, like he prevented a tragedy that would have followed him for decades. 

Until, Steve tries to help Bucky back into the train and finds he wont budge. Steve turns back, eyes narrowed and realizes something is wrong. The wind has gone silent despite the rush against his skin and the ripple in his clothes. A stunning silence as the train weaves rapidly through snowfall. 

Bucky turns to him, a sad smile on his face and he says, “you need to wake up now, Steve.”

Steve shakes his head. He doesn’t understand.

“Get– get inside, Buck,” Steve urges, the panic creeping back into his skin. He tugs on Bucky’s hand, but he wont move. “Please, Buck, just come with me.”

“’M sorry, Stevie,” Bucky says softly, “this isn’t how it happens.”

Then, he lets go of Steve’s hand and it’s within the span of a few seconds that Steve’s entire world crashes down. Hand empty, cold, stretched out as he tries to cling to Bucky’s hand but the weight pulls him down, fingers pulled out of his reach and Steve watches Bucky fall to the dark ravine where he’ll never find him, alone.

He curls against the side of the train to avoid the image of his friend’s body as it crashes into the rocks below. He cries, tears fresh on his cheeks because the idea of surviving this war without his best friend was never part of the plan, never an option.

Bucky was family. His only family. He was orphaned again.

He shuts his eyes tight, and lets out a scream that burns his throat raw.

Somewhere in the distance he hears his name being called. Gentle, at first, but it becomes more panicked, louder, and he feels a pressure in his shoulders the longer he pushes it away.

It’s a woman, he realizes. The voice belongs to a woman. It’s familiar to him, one that quickly eases the pain in his chest and he lets himself open his eyes.

Steve wakes suddenly to damp sheets and a layer of sweat covering his skin. His heart is in his throat and it’s dry and aching. He knows now that he’d been screaming outside of the dream as well as he turns to find the beside lamp on and your worries eyes watching him carefully.

Your hands are on his forearms, running soothingly along his muscle, unbothered by the heat of his skin as Steve struggles to find his breath. Sitting up in the bed, sheets bunching at his waist and his bare chest glistens in the dim lighting.

“I’m— I’m sorry,” he mutters out and he means it. He’s woken you with nightmares more times than he can count and he was beginning to wonder why you bothered with him at all. 

But good as you are, you smile sweetly at him, pressing a kiss to his shoulder and say, “I know, sweetheart. But I’m here. You’re safe, now. You don’t ever have to apologize for this.”

He nods and he knows you’re genuine in your words but it doesn’t make the guilt any less hard. He runs his hand through his hair, letting out a heavy breath.

“It was Buck again,” he confessed after a tender silence and you nod in understanding. It was almost always about Bucky lately, since he pulled Steve from the water in D.C., since he found him in Bucharest living off scraps, since the fight that destroyed the Avengers in two. Steve couldn’t let go of the guilt.

“I can arrange for a jet to take us to Wakanda in the morning,” you offer, always able to read his mind. “I know he’s still under but we can talk to Shuri about her progress in getting those words from his head. She might be able to help with your nightmares too, love.”

“Y-yeah, that sounds good,” he says slowly and he turns his head slightly to kiss your forehead, brushed his neck to the nape of your neck to pull you closer. Gingerly, he tilts your head, guiding your mouth to his and feels at home between soft pillows of your lips. 

He sinks back into the bed after a chaste, final kiss to the corner of your mouth. He gestures for you and you follow easily, resting your head over his chest and listening intently as his heart rate begins to steady.

“He’s gonna be okay, you know. Bucky’s been through a lot but he’s strong. He’ll get through this, too,” you whisper with a yawn and it’s exactly what Steve needs to hear. You always had a way of that.

Steve didn’t trust his own voice to speak, too afraid it would come out broken and on the verge of tears. In times like this, at 3am under the mask of dim motel lights and the edge of nightmares, his words didn’t come easy to him. So, he presses a kiss to the crown of your head, his silent appreciation for being the steady actor he held in ground in, and held you tight to his chest.

A soft and delicate hum as you curl against him and the very edges of Steve’s lips curve, subtle and barely there, but they do curve. He lets his fingers trail over your back, lulling you back to sleep with ease until the movements made his own eyes heavy and he falls gently into the embrace of dreamless sleep.

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I didn’t mean for this to end up being so bucky heavy but you just know Steve had more guilt than he could deal with after discovering Bucky was alive. and ugh yah I need to write more for Steve 😭 I hope you liked this!

tags 💙 @musiclover1263 / @pies-wands-and-more / @buckygrantbarnes / @mywinterwolf / @breatheeagainnnn / @jewelofwinter / @panic-naran / @fairislesheets / @kaliforniacoastalteens / @captain-hammer-of-asgard / @sweetheartbarnes / @daydreamsquad 

To my forever tags: i don’t remember who requested to be Bucky specific, so moving forward if you want to be tagged in Steve fics/drabbles as well please let me know! Otherwise I’ll keep you to Bucky specific fics only!

[devillainsarchive]

headcanon;

tl;dr version of my D3 divergence

Things not in D3 but important

Carlos ran with the pirates for a bit on the Isle. They taught him to swim and sword fight, and his crossbones are inspired by them.

Carlos graduates as a junior, and is not allowed to cross the stage

He has a full ride to Camelot Univeristy (Oxford and Cambridge Equivalent)

He is on the University’s ROAR team, and dual focuses on Chemistry, and Engineering, with intentions to go to Vet School.

He fixes cars and things for students there

He gets his service dog Laurie, and his second dalmatian Frieda while at school from the dalmatian plantation

Chad’s parents support both he and Chad in ROAR at college even if they are rivals. Ella and Kit will each choose which of the colleges to support. It is a house divided

He helps plan the senior scavenger hunt with Jane

He and Jane are dating but break up quietly over the course of D3 when they realize that its not just nerves between the two of them its incompatability

He still gives her a necklace instead of that damn jarlos bullshit, it is a bow that he crafted out of scrap metal

He is still friends with her

Their relationship started in book 3 with a friendship that is much less rushed than in the books and d2.

Dude cannot talk the spell wore off when he took his first shit

Carlos is against VK day, and wants kids coming over at least monthly if it is insisted on.

Carlos builds a place on the Isle for kids who are in bad situations. The location is a secret it is known to the kids, and a few adults who Carlos trusts namely Diego, and likely @crimscnmalice among a few others.

Carlos builds a place similar in Auradon

Carlos lets Gil have Dude

The fight scene is not a dance sequence but an actual fight with Chad controlling the suits of Armor. Carlos recognizes the fighting style, but doesn’t know how to tell the others. This is borrowed from @chrmiing

No dancing happens, even Carlos can’t save that hot mess

Carlos has no issues with Gil or Harry and does not need Evie’s icebreaker

Harry and Carlos do have a beef but they don’t talk about it its better that way

Carlos is not the biggest fan of the barrier being down forever. When it goes down, he goes with @chrmiing ’s Chad and his family to hide.

Chad suggest Carlos call a meeting because they have talked thing. Fairy Godmother backs him up. 

He lives with the Charmings in this time, and through college

They accept him as their own, and he even cries a little when he gets his own room because while he had a dorm room before he has never had his own room

Chad and Carlos are ROAR Rivals in college (they go to different ones) and Ella and Kit cheer them both on. When Carlos and Chad play each other each parent wheres one of the teams Jerseys and they cheer for both

Ella is likely the first adult in Auradon Carlos tells everything to, she is his favorite princess and story after all

Beelzebub loves Chad’s entire family, except Chad and Carlos finds it hilarious. Beelzebub is still mostly an outdoor cat.

Carlos calls a meeting and shows his scars and such to show that not all villains deserve a second chance.

Cruella interrupts the meeting and he goes with her, but she is frozen in place by Fairy Godmother, and they agree that an alternative needs to happen.

Also he unless otherwise stated he’s likely dating @ladymalevxlent ‘s Mal

to clarify if your muse is more canon to the events of d3 carlos likely wont be dating mal, if your muse is much more divergent to the events he is dating her

it also will heavily depend on the muse and mun i am writing with

[devillain]

My official canon divergence starts with the end of D2 and will cover all of Book 4 and D3 and beyond.

Please read. I will eventually put all of this in smaller head canons. Additionally, most of this can change depending on who I am writing with, I made it flexible on purpose.

If this post is too long for you here is my shortened version - x

Pre Book 4

Book 1 is mostly canon on this blog. It should be noted that Carlos and Uma, and her crew and the pirates used to hang out or at least were acquaintances. He has an unspoken beef with Harry Hook. They also taught him to swim and sword fight. Carlos’ symbol the cross bones is a partial reference to his pirate history. Carlos’ mother is very awful but has a vice like grip over him. Carlos deeply loves his mother, and knows his mother does not love him but that never stops him from trying to earn her love. He is also protective over her because of this. He hates himself for his feelings like this.

D1 is also largely canon. Book 2 is also canon. Book 3 is canon, except his and Jane’s friendship are not as rushed (and later relationship starts building immediately after D1. D2 is mostly canon with the caveat that he and Mal have talked prior about the truth gummy and his mom hence why his mom’s voice appears in Ways to be Wicked. Carlos barely does any actual fighting with the pirates as they are his friends and he is torn. He likes being able to to the smoke bombs because it acknowledges his accuracy, and his desire to not actually fight.

After D2 Jane and Carlos do become official. They are not without their issues, not listening to each other is a main one. They often speak over each other, and don’t listen to each other’s ramblings. Their is alot of trust issues between them. They are both nervous about everything, and second guessing everything. But they are trying, and they are a cute couple.

Dude cannot talk still. The spell wore off shortly after D2, when he took his first poop really. He is however good at tracking, because he’s a dog. He helps in that matter, but that alone.

Book 4

Due to rules at Auradon prep, even though Carlos should have graduated early, he does graduate with the rest of the Core 4, he just is not allowed to walk across the stage. He is a junior in title alone. He graduates with the rest. Dude stays at Auradon prep, and does not graduate. Dude stays to help the next mascot. Dude also officially gets adopted by Gil when the time comes in D3.

Carlos does not participate in the senior things, and it kind of crushes him. He doesn’t even know if the school will let him graduate and it eats him up. Even if the school does, he will be away from his friends which doesn’t help either. Jane figures out a way to fix it by having him help plan the scavenger hunt. But that’s alot on him.

D3 and VK DAY

VK Day is not a thing. It does not happen. It was brought up and Carlos shot it down. He does have a place on the Isle for kids though, but some of their parents are bad. The location is a secret, and the place is run in part by Diego, and in part by a few of the other older kids who Carlos trusts. Carlos is not a fan of the applications, and pushes for if they are going to be a thing then kids need to be coming over at least monthly. To help prepare he proposes for a place to be built in Auradon for kids both Auradon raised, and not to find solace and help if they want it.

Carlos hates being on the isle, he hates going back. His mother is not okay for various reasons. He does not like it there. He never truly will. He cares about the kids and those in situations similar to his, but going back to the Isle is panic inducing for him.

Jane’s Birthday and Relationship

Carlos helps Jane plan her birthday, and even has some surprises for her. Like a cake and gift. However because of things going on he misses her party due to the fact that he has to go back to the Isle again. That begins the strain on their relationship. She thinks he forgot. And the cake he made is slowly being eaten by people which doesn’t help. Jane does not find out about the cake, because the new VKs hide their evidence of eating it.

Carlos does try to give Jane her gift, a way of saying sorry now for missing the party. It is a bow made out of scrap metal that Carlos made. Because of nerves between both of them, its not really well received. Carlos says that he’s not sure about them anymore things have been building after all over months.

When Jane meets Harry and Gil, she does not intentionally flirt back. But Carlos sees it, and gives her a look. They never officially say they are broken up. They remain friends for sure. But they both realize they are not going to be each other’s happily ever after. And they are okay with that, because at least they are friends.

Fight Scene

Carlos Recognizes the fighting style as Chad’s because he is in control of the armor. Carlos does not know how to voice this to the others, but he does have an advantage that they now don’t. He and Chad are a pretty equal match.

Carlos is much more open to accepting Harry and Gil. The icebreaker is not needed so much because he did in fact use to be friends with them on the Isle. He and Harry still don’t speak about their beef. But their lack of speaking about it, allows them to move on from it.

The Barrier and Aftermath

Carlos does not want the barrier down forever. Yes people deserve second chances. Some people however do not. He spend years atoning for his mother’s wrongs because she couldn’t. So in the aftermath of the barrier coming down, he sees Diego, which excites and confuses him because he loves his cousin. His cousin is coming to warn him about his mother.

Carlos tries to bring this to Ben and Mal but its a happy time. People are happy. The VKs are happy. Celia and Facilier are happy. The kids with good parents are happy, and Carlos can only thinking about the parents who aren’t good. A different solution has to be made or he will live the rest of his life in fear because his mother will find him. He wont get to go to Camelot University (Oxford and Cambridge Auradon Equivalent) and join their ROAR team like planned, he got a full scholarship.

So as soon as the celebrations end, he talks to Chad who he has gotten really close to. Chad suggest some thing, and Carlos goes with it. He asks for a meeting with Ben, some select adults in Auradon, and the VKs. He is terrified. None of them realize what is going on. His meeting begins with him saying that they need an alternative. Some villains are still bad. Some need to go to an actual prison. People object. Carlos for the first time then shows people who aren’t Mal, Evie, and Jay, his scars. He talks about the years of abuse his mother put on him. Things are going well until the air changes.

Cruella enters, and Carlos’ demeanor changes completely. Where he wants was confident he is no longer. Normally she speaks, but she doesn’t, and Carlos knows its going to be bad. She takes him out, but not before Fairy Godmother stops it. She freezes Cruella, and agrees they need an alternative for the not so good parents. There will always be bad people who are just bad.

College and Afterwords

Carlos visits his mother, even if it goes nowhere. Diego stays on the Isle, but Carlos is much more comfortable being there now. He also gets to see his cousin. Diego’s band becomes quite a hit in Auradon, they got alot better than when they were on the Isle. A true rock band. He goes to Camelot University, and plays ROAR there.

He has two focuses, veterinary medicine which covers science, but he also takes extra chemistry classes, because while at school he gets used to Animals. With help, he gets a service dog, Laurie, then a second dog Frieda both from the Dalmatian Plantation. His second focus is engineering.

He lives with the Charmings. They support him as if he was their own son. He and Chad have really bonded, and become close friends.

Eventually he gets access to Cruella’s money that was put in a trust, he gets access to her estate as well. He also gets all her cars out of the museum, if he steals them one at a time, no one tries to stop him. They have his name on them after all. Everyone in college knows that if they need help with cars or things need fixing he is the one to go to.

He feels pretty fulfilled. A life where he could not hope, leads to a life where he can.

[vcloudbreaker]

Writing Challenge: How did your muse meet some of the people in their lives?

Original Prompt here: https://saephoraembersky-wra.tumblr.com/post/179339498313

When I first got tagged for this, I picked Lesti’s husband, Xaereth, for the first of three characters I figured I’d write this out for. (Post there still to come!) The list of other possibilities ended up consisting MOSTLY of Blood Knights. When I started considering which two were “most important” and “most developed Lesti” I got bad feels about it. Then Lesti decided to make it semi-relevant to current RP and grabbed the keyboard and this happened.

Lesti’s been around WRA for 5 years now, and in that time MANY of the Blood Knight characters on this realm have helped shaped her character. We didn’t always get along (might be fair to say I didn’t like some of you and you didn’t like me on an OOC level, ever) and things weren’t always great. Still, I want y’all to know that Lesti wouldn’t be who she is today without each and every one of you, and I want to thank everyone for all the awesome RP through the years. (even if lesti’s IC opinion still isn’t glowing)

Tagging every tumblr for everyone I can find, mentioned below -- feel free to do the prompt yourselves for the originally intended sensible amount of characters and tag some other folks. WRA isn’t a perfect home, but it’s home and all we’ve got is each other.

Tagged By: @adilynia (your tags are always awesome ilu)

Tagging for mentions and for the prompt: @housetyrellian for Arth and Jaira, @bloodhawkrising , @jaypyreanor , @zanpyreanor , @drimmari , @azkariel , @mourne , @solarine , @talaenwildthorn-blog , @shakesthesun , @inathia , @raynellalaria , @hylaudius , @analyse-bloodwing , @trollydruid , @sworntothesun , @valorandvictory , @seekingthedawn , @bamsilverheart , @denlandis @catraena-blazewing

He'd put her in bed.

Valestia stared through the curtains that separated their bedroom from the balcony and her husband's back. He'd removed his armor, at some point, but his clothes hung unfastened on his body, bedshirt ruffling in the early morning breeze. He stood arms behind his back, legs set apart; rigidity had long since settled into his shoulders.

She wanted nothing more than to go to him and ease it from him. It wasn't what she needed to do. She went silently, his cloak still gathered about her shoulders. It wouldn't buy her much time before his notice, but it would be enough.

Ladyqueen and Nana lay sprawled across the nursery floor, as was their wont. She stepped carefully between tiger and hound, passing them only because they were accustomed to her presence. Elendae’s nightgown wasn't fastened correctly, but she could hardly fault Xaereth for his valiant attempt. Smiling fondly, she reached in and lifted the toddler from her cradle, hoisting her up against her shoulder before making her way downstairs.

The girl was awake by the time they came to the kitchen and dining, and Lesti picked her way across the floor to set her in a chair with a few rolls of harvest spice apple-pumpkin fruit leather and a glass of sweetened goat's milk.

“Shh, darling,” she instructed gently, brushing aside soft curls to press a kiss to the child's brow.

That done, she turned her attention to the first part of her task. Unlimbered of her platemail armor, the currents of creation flowed unhindered through her veins.  Shards of clay and glass and bent scraps of metal floated free of the floor, churning like a slow cyclone overhead until they came to rest atop one of the tables. The tablecloth fluttered, wrapping snugly around them.

She stared several long moments at the heaping bundle ready to spill off one side of the table or another. The image of the precariously confined disaster was not lost on her. At least it was for the moment contained.

Candles next. She dug out every box she had of every shape. She needed as many, she imagined. They were piled haphazardly atop the table in front of Elendae in short order. She climbed up on top of it, after, letting Xaereth’s cloak slip to pool about her as she knelt there. She gathered up a candle, snapped her fingers to light it.

It was Xaereth, who had taught her to look at the Blood Knight Order as anything other than an abomination. It was through him she began to truly get to know them, one by one. Beginning with…

“Lilendae,” she whispered hoarsely, causing Elendae to look up in confusion. She was Xaereth’s student, taken under his wing when they were in Venris Cinderblood’s guard, together. They had grown so close he had adopted the young Adept. They had all been, terribly close, until she disappeared. It was a loss that still haunted them both.

“I pray...that somewhere...out there...the Light guides you home.”

She tipped the candle to one side, let the wax pool on the table, used it to anchor the candle upright. Another candle, next.

“Jidai.”

She had known him through Lilendae. They two had been... close. Fond of one another, if she recalled correctly. She remembered him as a cheerful, upbeat sort.

“I pray...that you have grown strong in the Light, and that you are happy, with someone. She would want that.”

“Justicar Centari.”

He was a friend of her mother’s. Prominent, by her telling, but as oft delinquent as inspiring. He was impossibly jovial and carefree in his connection to the Light.

“I pray one day you blind us all with true Radiance.”

“Justicar Sunfury.”

Her father’s best friend, before her father had turned on Venris Cinderblood. Exian Sunfury had a resoundingly intimidating reputation, but by the time she had met him, the jaded Champion had lost his fiery convictions and was little more than a lamentor of glories lost.

“I pray… you walk into a fate you can accept with a glad heart.”

“Vemair…”

She shook. This was the first.

Anger can only fuel a flame for so long.

But Drimmari Dra’zar had no idea how long her flames could burn.

Vemair had kidnapped her sister, Laryana, for Venris Cinderblood, twice, to bait her father into traps intended to kill him. She HATED the Knight-Master. She could still put a hole in his chest without a twinge of guilt.

“I pray...”

That the Light has more mercy than I will.

“I pray…”

One Order, one body, one mission, one heart.

Aeliana…

“I pray that hatred releases your heart- and that I might be free of hating you.”

It felt hollow. It tasted of ash. Still, at least it was said. She had to say it, if she couldn’t yet think or believe it. She at least had to say it.

“Aeliana.”

Aeliana Malevus. The name still wrenched her heart. She met the Knight Master when the other woman got between her and Lucius Bloodraven, during a gathering in the Hall. It was nearly a bloodbath. She still believed that only Aeliana’s love for every knight in the room had spared them a fate to sully the entire hall.

They were instant and fast friends. She was the first Valestia had called “Sister.” She might have loved her more than those born to her. Aeliana spoke with her on the Light late hours into the night, conspired with her to heal the Order of its festering wounds, introduced her to dancing…

Aeliana, like Lilendae, had disappeared. She had been speaking of a covert mission, at the time.

“I pray you’re well and happy, and that one day I’ll manage to live up to your example-- sister.”

“-Lucius.-”

She could not keep the weight from her voice. There was too long and conflicted a history between her and Lord Bloodraven. She met him when he called conference in the Hall of Blood. It was the first of several he would stage in his vain attempts to wrest control of the Order. They began at one another’s throats, climbing to a conflict that ended nearly in blood before their war grew cold and civil. Her cursed scrupulous nature had even see her free him from behind bars for a crime of which he was accused-- framed, she’d discovered. He had claimed to turn a new leaf, after that, but she watched him hurt those who loved him and abandon those who cast their hopes on him, one after the other.

“I pray you found a true path to redemption.”

She would not be holding her breath, for that. But Lucius Bloodraven had consequently brought many knights of the Hall into her life.

“Master Alah’zaram.”

Another zealot who had stood alongside her and Aeliana, during their initial conflict with Lucius. Few knights had inspired her so, before or since. He was unwavering in his convictions, determined in his leadership. He had helped her and others who joined the Order after the Sunwell’s rebirth to settle into the ranks and take heart in their differences. She owed him a great deal, however much she had to admit his uncompromising nature did not always do her favors, in example.

That nature had taken him from them, too.

“I pray you’ve found a brotherhood and purpose that does not disappoint you.”

Her mind spun, calling back the events of the previous year. She looked on the Knight Master’s example, and saw her own actions in new, ugly light.

“Arthamir,” she hissed quickly, soldiering on before she lost her nerve for more introspection.

It was the night the Hall had nearly massacred itself, five years ago, now. Arthamir was on the opposite side of the room, then. He was an officer, if not second in command, to Lucius Bloodraven. But Arthamir had a level head, too level to follow Lucius down his destructive spiral for long. He was always proactive in the community and in the Order, almost always present. It was a horrible to watch him dance the line between soldier and politician, especially as honest a man as he was-- as he could be, for a politician. She found him the most agreeable officer to deal with, when she had to, and mutual respect had grown between them as they both worked in their own ways for the good of the order. The Champion was now the only officer she would address by his right rank.

“I pray your life is both long and satisfied-- I doubt you can see such a fate for yourself. And I pray the Light keeps you safe. I don’t know what I’d do without your guidance, sometimes, old man.”

She gave the flame of the candle a long look before nestling it amongst the growing cluster in the center of the table.

“Aervin.”

Arthamir’s wife. They had met few times, over the years. Aervin kept largely to their family holdings, especially since she had started producing heirs to Arthamir’s house. It was just as well. They seldom got along. Aervin was one of the few knights Lesti had ACTUALLY come to blows with, over the years. Still…

“I hope your children lead long and -happy- lives, Lady Tyrellian. May the Light bless them and the lands their inherit.”

She smiled as she set the candle, then sighed as she plucked and lit the next.

“Jaira…”

Arthamir’s daughter, taken in much the same way Xaereth had taken in his Lilendae. She had probably first met her while hosting other knights for dinner in the Fairbreeze in. She got to know her as a student under her instruction. Jaira was a fine study and a fine knight, when she was not testing her limits.

“I pray your heart finds contentment in your service to your people and your family, Jaira.” She said it, and wished it, earnestly.

“Jadoth.”

She met him perhaps the same night she met Jaira. Learning of his constantly precarious position in the Order, and seeing how desperately he seemed to need it, she had made it her mission to help. He only needed someone to believe in him. She had believed that for a long time; and believed in him through all the wrongs committed against him, all the wrongs against their realm and their world that chipped away at his heart, and all the wrongs he had himself committed.

One mistake. She had made only ONE mistake, but it was enough to earn his ire, and at last she understood. She learned, as others would have to, for themselves, what others had tried for years to make her see. She could not help him. It didn't stop her from wishing, every time she saw him, that she could.

“I pray that one day, you learn to -truly- let the Light fill the endless vacuum in your heart.”

She couldn't think of one without the other.

“Jayir.”

Jay Pyreanor was at the time Jadoth’s best friend. Another of her students. A better study but too easily influenced to think of himself as an outsider and misbehave by his friend. Jayir had been ever-present but avoidant, and she feared she had never put enough effort into understanding him with Jadoth absorbing her focus.

“I pray the Light has given you confidence your gifts and abilities, and in yourself.”

“Zan.”

They were too alike, she and Rerservist Zandrae Pyreanor- Champion, when someone else needed him to be. He was uncle or cousin to Jayir- she distractedly wondered if she’d ever bothered to ask- and often in the orbit of observing or aiding in her lessons with the Initiates and Adepts.

He had a gentle hand with the students but was outspoken towards officers- like she was. He could spend hours patiently listening- like she could. He could flare in righteous indignation and charge blind and furious to the defense of others or his own convictions- like she could. He could condemn and spurn, when those convictions were set- like she could.

They had inevitably gone up and down a rollercoaster of good times and bad between them, their convictions and inclinations to take “mother bear” stands in the face of what they perceived to be injustice led them to sometimes crash headlong against one another like Alterac rams.

He was, she was sure, still offended on Jadoth’s behalf.

“I pray the Light grants us both more patience, wisdom, and understanding; with each other, those around us, and ourselves.”

She needed those things, probably more than he did, at the moment. She had constantly told herself as much, over the years, unless she was angry. A stubborn and purposeful misstep- that was when she most needed them.

She closed her eyes a few moments, let the perpetual storm pounding in her head wash over her, mind and soul. Now was as good a time as any.

“Dr-mari…”

Not Dra’zar. Not today.

He had wanted to HELP. She was coming off too many bad experiences with the other officers when they met. From the beginning, she had gotten off on the wrong foot with him.

He was patient, and not rebuffed. He learned her troubles and reasons, and she learned his. They were quickly friends. He was always available, when she needed him. She had on turn helped him save his child.

He had a soft spot for children. She looked over her shoulder at the once-more slumbering toddler. He had loved Elendae from the start-- not that there was anyone who seemed immune to the child’s contagious charms-- and the more she grew, the more she seemed to love him back.  It was a more potent rebuff of Valestia’s temper than any the rest.

The candle snapped. She gave a start. Even the soft click of the wax giving was loud in the still morning. Light, but she was still angry. She started to set the broken pieces aside for another, but the flame yet flickering caught her eye. She found herself instead rolling the wax between her hands, softening it between the warmth of Light-blessed palms until it melted enough to come back together, if imperfectly. She nestled it next to Jadoth’s before it could take anymore punishment.

“Mother Moon,” she breathed with solemn desperation. “Grant us your grace.”

She fought the compulsion to strategize in her next choice, but chose him to avoid thinking on it further.

“Azkariel.”

She stared through the flame on the candle she lit for him, at Drimmari’s beyond.

Forgive me for heaping his faults on your shoulders.

Azkariel was exactly what she thought she needed at the time she met him. Someone who didn't need to be taught to handle himself on the battlefield. A veteran of the Northern War. A solid set of shoulders on which to lay their missions during the war against the Legion. It was too bad he thought as much of himself.

Azkariel was, she learned, impatient and power hungry and resentful of others’ recognition. More and more she got the sense that he thought he could do her job better than she could. She would not give him the chance.

But you did. I was like that, once. I pray you have been better repaid for it than I have over the years.

“I pray that the Light teaches you humility and the value in SERVICE.”

It was not criticism. She let him poison her heart with his own resentment enough to know that he would never be happy until he could change.

“Caci…”

Azkariel’s “student”. Lover, it turned out. She had done her best to receive and instruct the girl as if she were there for the right reasons. She believed she had a good heart. She regretted letting her go, most of all.

“I pray you have found someone to make your talents shine.”

“Terrestre.”

He had found them in the wilds, during the Legion’s invasions. He had heard word of them in the vicinity, and was determined to make himself useful. He was not particularly personable, and she was sure in hindsight that he deserved more notice than she had given him.

“I pray your valiance found good application. Lights grace and safe travels, Blood Knight.”

“Mourne.”

She had known him only the five years she'd known most the Order, but it felt like she'd known the Champion all her life. She couldn't even recall the exact moment she'd first seen him- though she had the strangest image in her mind that he'd been wearing a pink gown.

He was almost immediately one of her best friends. It seemed like they went everywhere and did everything together. Others had assumed they were married more than once- to both their horror.

They had grown apart, during the Legion’s invasions. It was her fault. She knew that. She would mend it.

“I pray you and Zozha are blessed in your union.”

“Solarine...Talaen, Lacryma.”

She lit and nestled two candles, held a third.

They were close to Mourne. Like Mourne and like her, they were priests before they were Blood Knights-- Shadow priests. They were a loose sort of circle, they five, in her mind. They knew one another, as others did not. They sensed things, when others did not. They could call on one another, when they could call on no one else. She did not often know where they all were, anymore, but she had a strange sort of constant confidence in them.

“I pray we all maintain The Balance.”

“Julian.”

Lucius had pulled Champion Julian Sunrest into her life. She could hardly say she thought much of his conduct or views, but battle against the powers of the Void had forged their relationship, and there were few Champions of the Order Valestia respected more for living up to their rank on the field. He would always be brother to her, whether or not she was always happy with the fact. There was only…

“I pray the Light keeps you on the right side of The War.”

“Nightsorrow,”

She didn't know the Knightlord outside of a few interactions, but few in the Order had inspired more confidence in herself. Nightsorrow saw progress in her. He had -threatened- to promote her, more than once.

He had seen little of her, but she suspected he knew her. The easy-going officer had a keen way of making her practice intense introspection with the lightest comments. She knew that even if she never saw him again, she would have much to credit him with, throughout her life.

“I pray the Light long continues to work through you to inspire others.”

“Forgefury.”

Her voice didn't shake. It was, perhaps, the first time she could say as much. The first night she met the Knight Lord, he was threatening to roll heads, and she had put herself in his path. She still felt the chill of that moment sometimes, and knew well what force had passed her by.

It hadn't taken long, however, to understand him. Veteran of the order. Jaded by the fate of their people. A survivor, desperate not to see the Order’s successors inherit any weakness. She hoped she had convinced him of the tenacity in the newer knights’ own brand of strength.

“I pray the Light heals your scars.”

“Ina’thia.”

They were alike in ways she and Zandrae were not. Looking at Knight-Lord Ina’thia Dawnblade was like looking at a prophecy incarnate. The mirror image was to be anticipated and feared.

Ina’thia was scrupulous. She had known her from the start. They two were sometimes nearly friends, sharing meals and speaking for hours together- and sometimes nearly nemeses, standing on opposite sides of disagreements that threatened violence. They usually tried to avoid both.

The two danced around the middle when it came to interacting with each other, keeping as close to a curt working relationship as possible as often as possible.

I wish I could trust you.

…

But I -will not BE you.-

“I pray you find true happiness. Someday.”

“A’laria.”

They called her Champion, sometimes, captain others. Whatever her actual title, Valestia had always almost exclusively known Raynell A’laria as “champion” of Ina’thia’s cause. Wherever the Knight-Lord appeared, Raynell always seemed to be in close proximity, if not at her heels.

Unlike the careful dance between her and Ina’thia, Valestia and Raynell had always had a relationship of casual but open rancor. A’laria was disdainful of the newer rank and file knights, sometimes threatening, sometimes more than threatening.

There was no faith in that one- lost, broken, or otherwise. There was no grim protectiveness some of the older knights like Xaereth, Drimmari, and Hylaudius exhibited. There was only vengeance. Valestia couldn't say she minded that A’laria’s focus was usually on shadowing Ina’thia.

“I pray the Light touches your life and your heart.”

“Dorennen,”

Another of Ina'thia's Phoenix Guard, Hylaudius Dorennen had been a fixture -- almost literally-- at the door of the Hall, since Valestia had been there. Not like the slackers or the goofs, or those who were looking to be available for even the most trivial of matters, like herself. Dorennen had always been there, to act when it -mattered.-

On hand for anything from cats up trees to trauma healing, in was inevitable that Valestia found herself often interacting with the Knight Master. He was seldom pleasant or agreeable, but he was honest with his evaluations. He'd come to remind her of her own father, in his conduct and service to his people.

He was gone. Lost in the war against the Legion.

“I pray… we who succeed you see the value of the dedication those like you gave us all in your service.”

“Ana.”

Analyse Emberbloom was Ina'thia's knight on one hand, led astray by Bloodraven on the other. Somehow between the two and the trouble that brought her, she and Lesti had become fast friends, if briefly.

Ana had seemingly withdrawn from the Order and indeed the public after a personal tragedy. She was well enough perhaps last they spoke, but Valestia knew how easily knights found a brave face.

“I pray the Light gives you comfort, sister.”

“Ele’nath.”

Taneisha Ele’nath had started out taking an interest in Valestia’s healing instruction for her students. The sister knight had come to learn and assist by turns, and to work alongside her when actual need arose.

She'd asked Valestia to become her teacher, once upon a time.

She hadn't seen her, since Draenor. She hoped fervently that she was alright.

“I pray the Light continues to guide your heart and your healing hands.”

Ele’nath had been close, if briefly, to one of her students. Valestia swallowed a lump in her throat.

“Farstrider.”

Ratheras Farstrider, a.k.a. Cascade Lightstrider. Xaereth often told her she belittled the progress he’d made, towards the end, when she called him by his born and inconveniently unoriginal surname. She couldn't help it. She still heard herself scream his name in agitation every time she thought of him.

A grin came unbidden to lift the corners of her lips.

She and Mourne had taken some of the students to Tanaris for “social skills” training. Laughable to some of the officers, she was sure, but to her mind you couldn't make a real defender of the people out of someone who was not for all intents and purposes, one of them. They had met Farstrider there.

He was a bumbling, naked drunk who accosted her and Jaira, of all people. Mourne had sent them away, in a rare show of seriousness and his temper, to leave him to deal with the bum. She had not expected him to turn up with the elf at the Hall of Blood.

Ratheras Farstrider was a former Knight Master who had fallen into despondence after losing the squad under the command of his Champion teacher to the Champion’s overconfidence. Mourne had convinced him to try and redeem himself and resume his service as an initiate. He asked Lesti to let him participate in the students’ lessons.

She had quickly found pity and understanding for his predicament, and soon asked Mourne to give him to her as her student. Farstrider had taken it too quickly and too thoroughly to heart. He was brash, defiant, and often delinquent, but he was thoroughly hers.

He was the only reason she had survived the initial invasion of Draenor, and for several months afterwards. The horrible fate that had befallen him when they returned home- when they should have been safe- continued to haunt her.

“I-I…” tears slid slowly down her face. “I pray… I live up to the faith you placed in me, someday.”

“Sillienth…”

WHY did the name even come to mind? Valestia's pulse pounded in her ears, and it seemed as if she could see her blood coursing in her vision, behind her eyes. Her tears tried in the face of hot fury, fresh as the first day.

Traitor…

Sillienth Goldenmist was one of the first knights Valestia met, and a close friend of her adopted daughter, Naatsu. Both elves had treated her as their mother, and Valestia had loved them both as a mother might. But in the end, Sillienth had literally betrayed Thalassian, Horde forces to an Alliance ambush. There had been casualties. Xaereth was supposed to have been there. If Valestia hadn't…

She didn't even WANT to wish it, she wasn't ready to let it go, herself, yet.

“Light forgive you.” she choked out.

“Althrin,”

Althrin Santhil. She had not said the name, in some time. He was one of her first friends in the Order, and they had quickly worked together on several matters.

But then, his pursuit of Lucius Bloodraven's corrupt conduct, he'd been awarded the rank of Champion. She saw him change, immediately. She could still hear her own voice in her ears.

“This is what you wanted- all along! This is ALL it was about! I hope you enjoy the new company you keep, -Champion.-”

She did not think she had ever spoken to him again, after that. Her eyes strayed past Althrin's candle to Drimmari's.

I don't want this, again.

“I wish I had given you more time...patience. I pray the Light and your station lead you to great things in service to our people.”

“Nestarion,”

More of the same.

WHY do I DO this?

She had been convinced Nestarion Sunsworn was good for the Order, when they first met. She had been ready to jump to his aid, any time there was the slightest need- even if sometimes she'd been as much trouble as help to him.

He had disappointed her expectations. She didn't even remember how it had happened, now. She had not extended him the forgiveness he had extended her for her own mistakes. She didn't even remember if she'd had the decency to tell him she was angry. The cold shoulder was her go to, after all.

I'll do better than this.

Now, all she hoped was that wherever he was, he was safe.

“You went through...so much. I pray that you'll have more happiness and less hardship in the future, than you did, then.”

“Arai. Thyrus.”

The brothers Sunshield.  She had not known them well. Arai was secluding to Pandaria by the time she met him, and Thyrus…

He had managed, however brief their interactions, to impact her.

“I read your report. As far as I'm concerned, YOU'RE as MUCH to blame for this, as HE is! I'd roll your head, were it up to me.”

It had made her re-examine the matter that had been at hand, again and again, until she was satisfied it was resolved in an unsatisfactory but correct way; and it had made her that much more thorough in her considerations, over the years- however short sighted they might still be. At least she was never satisfied with them, easily, anymore.

“I pray the Light and your families serve and guide your noble hearts and strong hands well.

“Dawnsword.”

He was positively contagious. He didn't seem to hold anyone -save the Alliance, of late- in contempt. He was bright, faithful, unstoppable.

Like so many knights, she had met him before the Hall. She recalled she'd overheard him defending his faith to another knight. They had connected instantly, and spent many hours on free nights discussing the Order, the Light, and the world's troubles. He seemed to rely on her consul, at times. She was the one inspired by him.

“I pray you and those who succeed US, and those who come AFTER YOU, are continually brighter a Light for our people and those who come after.”

“Rilserath. Latheri.”

Rilserath had come to her after Draenor, robbed of his Master on another world in another dimension. He was a good and dedicated study, a fine combatant, and possessed of a compassionate heart. She could not have asked for better, at her side from that moment until after Argus. She wasn't sure she'd ever told him that he was her pride and joy of a student.  If she hadn't, it was because she credited his previous master with saving her any hard work.

Latheri was his student. He'd picked her up between the Isles and Argus, and the Initiate had been forged in Felfire and endless battle, on the Legion homeworld. She was already, Valestia suspected, more technically skilled than her teacher.

She had let the two of them have time, afterwards. In the face of the ever increasing conflict over the past couple months however - Light, had it only been THAT long?- she could not help but think it was well past time to recall them.

“May the Light preserve us, and guide us in its wisdom as we hold one another up, shoulder to shoulder.”

They were with her, but there were three she missed keenly.

“Bamerin.”

Prodigy. Bamerin was everything she had ever wanted in a student. She had taken that opportunity, she feared, to drive him too hard; and ultimately away to his own counsel.

"I pray the Light has taught you better than I managed to, Silverheart."

“Dwin'arnith.”

With the threat of the Legion looming, she had pushed them all too hard.

Denlandis Dwin'arnith was headstrong, from the start. He reminded her of Jaira, and herself. He took what he needed but accepted only his own judgement. He never understood her explanations, and she hadn't the patience then to make sure they were clear. She suspected she had let him go to his doom.

“I pray our mutual impatience did not leave you long-wounded-- and that ... you have found solace for your losses, at last.”

She-

“Would you like some privacy for this, love?’

Reflexively, started to gather the cloak up around her, in the split second before she realized the voice of course belonged to the garment's owner. Xaereth stood there when she turned her head, looking at her with understandable confusion.

Don't mind me, just setting up a shrine on top of the kitchen table.

She shook her head.

“I only had Catraena left.”

Dear, sweet Catraena. As Xaereth gathered up Elendae and settled into the chair behind her, Valestia settled back into her contemplation.  It was Catraena who had delivered Elendae. She was previously a priestess who, like her, had come to the Order to do -more-. Like her, she was too easily touched, too easily wounded. But Valestia loved the Order, and she was sure that in time Catraena would too.

Perhaps she would have, if in her frenzy to confront the demons Valestia had not turned her away at her first doubt. It galled her on one hand. On the other, she HAD been too great a liability to take on the field.

“Catraena. I only pray you FOUND someone with the patience to help you through your doubts. You deserved better than you thought of yourself."

She had dreams, prayers; not just for herself, but for all these knights. This was the why. This was what she needed to remember.

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Cat Not Eating? 8 Things to Try When Your Cat Won’t Eat

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My cat, Bella, has been driving me crazy. She’s decided that “I’m not gonna eat that!” is her new favorite game in the world. As food goes, Madame won’t have the chicken — that would be the super-premium raw frozen organic chicken, which she has eaten with gusto for months. Madame also won’t have the duck, because it’s too rich and makes her throw up. Instead, Madame would prefer the rabbit (which, naturally, costs about $8 more a bag than chicken or duck), or, if you please, some low-carb, grain-free pate. Ugh. Is your cat not eating? I know I’m not the only cat parent who has experienced a cat not eating, so here are some things to try when your cat won’t eat.

1. Make sure your cat not eating isn’t a sign that she’s sick

Is your cat not eating? She might be sick or in pain. Photography by Eugene03/Thinkstock.

A cat not eating can be a sign that your cat is sick or pain, particularly if it continues for more than one meal. If this is the case, bring your cat to the vet.

2. If you’re committed to a specific cat food brand, try other flavors

If you have an ethical or medical reason you need to stay with a certain brand of food, see whether it comes in other flavors. Think about trying other brands that might provide the same medical or health benefit. Your cat might find the change refreshing.

3. Heat up the cat food

If you’ve kept your cat’s food in the refrigerator, five to 10 seconds in the microwave will heat it up to about body temperature, and the smell will become attractive to your cat. If you don’t have a microwave, try mixing some warm water into the food instead.

4. Add something tasty to your cat’s food

Cat won’t eat? Try adding a tempting treat to her food bowl. Photography ©RooIvan | Thinkstock.

Try sprinkling your finicky cat’s food with a tempting treat like bonito flakes or cat vitamin powder.

5. Keep your cat’s dishes and bowls clean

This is especially important if your cat eats canned or raw food because germs can start growing in scraps of leftover food and cause illness. A cat not eating might hate the smell of her dishes or food. Cats are instinctively driven to avoid consuming putrid-smelling meat. If you use plastic dishes, replace them with metal or ceramic because they’re easier to keep clean.

6. Try different cat dishes

A cat not eating might simply dislike his bowl. Some cats don’t like deep or narrow dishes because they constrict the whiskers. Flat-faced or brachycephalic cats such as Persians, Himalayans and Exotic Shorthairs should not be eating from plates or shallow bowls anyway.

7. Don’t hide medications in your cat’s food

Once upon a time, I ground a pill up and put it in my cat’s food. What I didn’t know was that the medicine was really bitter. My cat refused to touch it, and she never ate that particular brand and flavor of food again. Some medications come in flavors that appeal to cats, but they’re few and far between. Ask your vet before trying the powdered-pill-in-food trick.

8. Remember — choose your battles!

Is it really that important to you that your cat eats just one flavor of just one brand? Even if you love pizza, you’d get sick of it if you had to eat it every day for the rest of your life. This is the approach I’ve taken with Bella, and frankly, it’s what I should have done from the start. Cats need and deserve some variety in their diet, just like us.

Tell us: Is your cat not eating? What did you do when your cat wouldn’t eat? Please share your stories and tips for a cat who won’t eat in the comments!

Thumbnail: Photography by aleg baranau / Shutterstock.

About JaneA Kelley: Punk-rock cat mom, science nerd, animal shelter volunteer, and all-around geek with a passion for bad puns, intelligent conversation, and role-play adventure games. She gratefully and gracefully accepts her status as chief cat slave for her family of feline bloggers, who have been writing their cat advice column, Paws and Effect, since 2003. JaneA dreams of making a great living out of her love for cats.

This piece was originally published in 2015. 

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I could never figure out why people screw their insurance companies when they can. Well now I know. They are a bunch of ethic-less, principle-less bastards. So go for it, screw them when you can for all you can. You can be assured they will do it to you first wether you are honest or not.""

How much would auto insurance be for a 16 year old?

When i'm 14 in a year I would like to get a summer job, and store half of my paycheck in the bank because I want to save up for a car when im older and I get my lisence. I want to know how much insurance would probably be for lets say... a Mitsubishi Eclipse (1990s-2004) or a Nissan 200sx.""

Need help with choosing an insurance policy.?

I have a friend and I think she doesn't know anything about insurance policy and rely on the insurer to choose it for her. She owns a retail store. She sells items from clothing material to children toys. This year her stock in trade would approximately less than U$ 300,000. What kind of insurance policy would best fit her business? I don't really know much about commercial policy neither so hope you can advice me to advice her. thanks""

I just got some insurance quotes ?

I just went on the internet and got some insurance quotes for some cars i am 18 years old and they are trying to charge me 10 grand to insure a 03 plate corsa is this right or am i doing something wrong here

""I have been issued a speeding ticket, what will it do to insurance?""

I was borrowing my moms car and i got a speeding ticket..i showed them my license/ her insurance card, registration, etc..... will anything happen to her insurance???..and how much is an average speeding ticket? kay thnx!""

Car Insurance Coverage?

Im doing a report for a class. Lets say that you parked your car in a parking lot for 2 hours or so. When you come back, you notice a dent on you car. Its not bad but you can definitely notice it. In most cases, with standard auto insurance, will the insurance company cover this claim? All responses are appreciated, Thanks""

Car Insurance lower or higher if you lease it instead of financing it?

Hello, I would like to know if car insurance is lower or higher if you lease it instead of financing it?""

""Best insurance business (All State, Farmers or State Farm)?""

I am seriously considering becoming an insurance agent for State Farm, Farmers or All State, but I don't know which company is the best choice for me, I am bilingual in Spanish, so I am looking for a company that is going after the Hispanic Market. I have heard some bad things about Farmers, so my decision might be State Farm or All State. Nationwide is doing a great advertising campaing in the Spanish market, does anybody know if they offer agency jobs. I am open to other suggestions. Any help/Suggestions is very much appreciated. Gracias""

""Car Accident, how much should I expect from their insurance company?""

I was just in a car accident on Thursday. Its basically totalled my car. Two weeks before the accident, I just put $2345 into the transmission, $500 2 weeks before that, and another $500 about a month before that. Thats not to mention the $1000 I put in in 2006. It was a troubled car but with the transmission fixed, it should have been perfect. The other car hit me. I really was at no fault but the other car is a company car. The people driving don't own it. They also don't seem to be American Citizens. Here's my damage, Broken Axels, my tires leaning into the car dramatically, my tire is ripped, the driver door doesn't open, blinker is gone, just severely damage to the quarter panel, ETC I did have some injury, a seat belt burn, back and neck pain. What can I expect from the insurance company? Will they take into account the recent expensive work done on the car? Any ideas? A guess? I had a 99' Hyundai Elantra - now I have scrap metal.""

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pet insurance quotes for 2 cats

I'm stuggling to find car insurance HELP!?

I'm 21 and i past my driving test in may 2011 and got my car in july, I was insured by swiftcover for 145 per month but then I become ill and had to leave work so I couldn't afford the payments and decided to cancell my insurance til I could get back to work, but when I tried to renew my claim with swiftcover then said their policies have changed and they can no longer provide insurance for people who have been driving less then 4 years! So now every other insuance company want around 250-280 per month and I just can't afford this. Do u know any cheap insurers that take on young drivers in the UK, HELP!""

Independent young couples under 25--How much per month do you pay for all your insurance?

About how much do you pay for car/medical/dental and other insurance bills per month?

Is there any way my parents can get my license suspended? and for new drivers how much is the insurance?

my dad is saying he doesnt want me to drive cuz im gonna visit my boyfriend. nd i jst wanna know if he cld suspend my license? my dad doesnt want to pay for my insurance nd i have to pay for it. nd was wondering how much its gonna cost me.

How can you get around motorcycle insurance?

I am trying to get a 2007 Kawasaki ZX-6R. I got denied for the kawasaki card, but they said I could probably get approved threw a bank or another lender. But that way I would need to get insurance, is there anyway of getting a loan without having to put insurance on the bike. I live in the state of florida if that helps.""

How much will the auto insurance be? ?

Ok so my dad wanted to get an 06 chevy Cobalt SS supercharged but is wondering how much it will cost... He is 53 years old has a good driving record, the car is Black and of course supercharged. He has dairyland auto insurance.. Is there anyway we can check online or can anybody give me estimates? Thanks""

Insurance quote!!!!!!!!?

abut how much will it cost to insure a 2002 suburban for a 16 yearold male in dallas texas with a 3.5 gpa

Car Insurance weird Price? help?

okay im 23 years old been had my drivers license for 3 years. im searching to insurance a 973cc corsa my quote has come 1700 so i thought i make my dad main driver and put it on his name his been driving for 18 years and with 9 ncb the insurance came up to 2500 ? whats happening here my dad hasnt had no claims on his insurance

Do I have to wait for my auto insurance card to arrive in order to drive?

I'm 17 and just got my license. My parents are calling their auto insurance company to put me down. Do I have to wait for the card to arrive in the mail or can I drive after calling?

Companies that provide comprehensive health insurance packages?

Which are good, and why (maybe)?""

Insurance for 2001 mustang?

I'm planning to buy a 2001 mustang convertible, 2 door and I'm 16, it will be my first car and I was wondering on average how much insurance would I pay?""

How much does car insurance cost?

I'm saving up for a car and I wanna see how much I will be spending. I know it'll be a lot so I don't want any advice that I should really think about it and stuff I just want answers please. I'm 18 and I'm barley gonna get my lisence. I wanna get atleast a 2011 scion tc. How much will insurance cost? I know it'll be a lot cause of the car and cause I'm a new driver and stuff. And if anyone knows how much a 2011 tc will cost and how much I would have to pay a month for it that would help too. Can someone give me an estimate please. Thanks a lot.

""I am 15 and will be 16 in early October, today i got my national insurance number. Does this mean i can work?

I was just wondering now i have my national insurance number if i could start applying for some Saturday jobs?

Temporary car auto insurance in California?

Hi guys, I thought of using my friend's car for a month and half since he will be out of station. I was wondering what would it take or rather how to address the insurance issue. Is it possible to get a temporary insurance for a month or is it possible to add my name on to his insurance for a short term? Either ways, how much would it cost ! Also would be great if you guys can enlighten me on some of the providers here.""

Who is the cheapest auto insurance company?

i live in CT and all the big name companies i.e. geico, progressive, esurance that say they are the cheapest are expensive. anyone know of any actually cheap ones?""

Health insurance?

Is it a law that requires each university student to have health insurance?

Can somebody give me an estimate on the price of car insurance in NY?

give me an estimate on average price?

Cheap insurance companies in Calgary Alberta?

What is a good cheap insurance companies in Calgary, Alberta?""

Does auto insurance cover a person to drive someone elses car? ?

My boyfriend says he is covered to drive my car because he has insurance on his car & vise versa - that I can drive his car because my car has insurance. This makes no sense to me. Its like saying I am covered to drive my next door neighbors high end luxury sport SUV because I have insurance on my POS used sedan. I even asked him - So I would be covered to drive any car, of any american in the whole country because I have car insurance? He said, yes! Can someone please explain to him how this makes no sense? Or tell me that I'm wrong and why?""

How much would insurance be for a 2006 Mercedes Benz 230c?

How much would insurance be for a 2006 Mercedes Benz 230c?

How much is the insurance for a 2003 Nissan Maxima?

I am a teenage driver and i need a cheap car but a nice car

Car insurance for a 19 year old?

Ok about a few Weeks ago I was involved in a wreak, I had no license and was not under my parents insurance. Luckily i didn't go to jail cause I was rear ended. Now I'm attempting to get A drivers license after SO long I've been begging for one, The only thing that's held me back from getting one was my parents because they said i would be tagged on into the insurance, and that I had to go under another address. Now after the wreak they said I cant get one, because once the insurance finds out im driving, they'll automatically add me on, is this true? I want to get back on the road and walking is pretty bad knowing i have a car ive been paying for the [ast two years for. BTW I live in Texas and under state farm.""

How can i drive a car from florida to ny with temporary plates?

i want to buy a car in the state of florida. iam a ny resident with ny license and was wondering if i buy a car in florida how can i get tags and all that to drive to ny. i dont have insurance as of now

How's health insurance in london?pls help?

i was diagnosed with some major illness in the US and have no insurance cant afford paying for it.i heard the health insurance is free in london, is it possible to move there for recovery? if so how long would it take me to get accepted as immigrant and fully recovered?""

Should parents pay for their kid's car insurance?

Our 17-soon to be 18-year old daughter has a part time job. She's going to be a senior this year in high school. We gave her a car when she turned 17 and put her on our insurance policy. Her insurance runs us $80/month. We have been paying this for almost a year now. I feel that since she has a job, and has no other financial responsibilities (besides her cell phone), she should be paying this insurance. She is very irresponsible with money, and spends money on a lot of frivolous things. I think having her pay her own insurance each month would help teach her fiscal responsibility. My husband, however, feels that it's the parent's responsibility to pay for their kid's car insurance. What do you think?""

16 years old looking for car insurance?

I live in miami florida and i plan to get a pontiac Solstice. I want to know how much car insurance will cost per month. My mom has statefarm and her credit history is good but i have no credit history. how much will it cost on average?

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pet insurance quotes for 2 cats

Why did my car insurance rates suddenly double?

I am almost 40, have a spotless driving record, have the same car, haven't changed the policy, and haven't moved. So how can my insurance agent just up my rates all of the sudden and not give me an answer why. He just says that things change. Is there an industry standard or can agents just screw with us at will? I have been with this WELL known insurance company for 4 years. This isn't some guy working out of his garage. Any experts out there that can shed some light on this for me. I am shopping around for new insurance as i type.""

How much does a Triple AAA insurance agent make on average?

How does Triple AAA pay their agents? Their agents don't sell Life Insurance right? What all do they sell? How does this job compare to...say a State Farm agent?

Hiring an employee / health insurance?

If I hire an employee in California do I have to pay for their health insurance? Is there some threshold like 40hrs/week where I have to start paying or what?

Car insurance for 17 year old?

my son will be driving my car for a couple times, so do i have to put him as a name under my insurance? and if i get him a car in a few months what is a reliable insurance company that is affordable?""

Can my insurance drop me?

Hi, i took a urine test with my doctor the other day. I asked what h was testing for and he said everything , so Im not sure what hes testing. He said he was gonna check for diabetes and what not. I was wondering, in the case he drug tests me can he tel my insurance? Can I get dropped from the insurance for this? I smoked weed about 5 weeks ago. I live in California amd hnet is my insurance. Thanks!""

Can a 73 year old man get life insurance for $100K? What would the approx premium be if so?

I know it would be expensive-anyone have an idea? Thanks so much!!

Cheap car insurance with a claim?

I've had an unlucky year, my first car got written off, and just recently i've had my second car stolen and not recovered. This has happened in the space of a year, and i have nearly had my licence one year. What are my options to get insured as cheap as possible? are there any insurance companies out there that specifically insure young drivers or drivers with claims?""

Can I drive my parent's car without auto insurance?

I am 22 , university student with G2 - 2006 , and G - 2008 license , Richmond Hill , Ontario , Canada can I drive my DAD car , his policy does not have my name . in case my name must be included , what are the suggested insurance companies ( probably need a cheap one ) because they might double his monthly payments""

What car will be cheaper on insurance? 2002 Hyundai tiburon or 2000 Toyota celica?

So I'm hoping to get one of them by next year (when i'll have my license) and i know they'll both be pretty expensive on insurance but, which one do you think would be cheaper? i really need to know this asap! thank youu!""

Can the insurance handle it?

I was parking and accidentally bumped into someones car and made a small scratch. The bmw driver made a big deal over it and got my insurance information.he supposedly got an estimate and tried to handle things under the table without having to go thru the insurance.however I think the estimate is tooo much money for fixing a little scratch that literally can be buffed out.I think he already got it fixed and still wants me to pay cause he said the supposed estimate also incluided a three day shop fee.will the insurance still cover me?what can I do?how do I handle this situation?this accident happened last week on Tuesday and he gave me the estimate Saturday.

Life insurance?

has anyone every heard of national benefit life insurance company of ny ny? i got this letter from them in the mail and im a bit scheptical of it... lemme know so i dont pour all this money into it and end up with nothing kthanks xoxo

Do i need to be on my parents insurance?

I am 16 and am going to get my license in a week. I have my permit already. I am going to a California DMV. My parents would like to know if I have to be on there insurance before i take my test. Also what I would have to bring besides my permit and my slip of completion of driving school. If you can please help no dumb answers.

""Depending on certain factors, what would my insurance premiums be?""

i am a teen driver, just got my license and now am looking for a car and i was wondering how much more my insurance rates would be if i was driving an early 2000 era BMW, Audi, Lexus or Jaguar vs something like a simple japanese or american made small truck or sedan. I also get straight A's in schooll as ive heard that can factor into it as well.""

How much do you pay for taxi insurance in the USA? Who is your provider? I want to operate an independent cab.

I am in Washington state and I am doing my research into the profitability of starting a small taxicab company with 1-2 cars. Only one one insurance agent has returned my calls and he said insurance would be around $32,000 per year for an independent cabby. I am shicked - is this true?""

""I got a job but my wife pregnant , but I can't find any healthy insurance?""

My company was closed 16 months ago . I got a contract job this month , and it will start middle of this month . But one serious problem with my wife's insurance . Before I find this job , we made about 2500 per month , and we have medi-cal insurance . My new job is a six months contract without any benefit , and 6000 per month . So we can't have medi-cal anymore . When I called a lot of insurance agent , the only one answer I got is I can buy insurance for my wife , but insurance will not cover any fees for pregnant . My wife will delivery my 2nd baby this oct. and my job will star 2 weeks later . Please help me to find out the way to help my family . Best Regards, Joseph PS. I live in California""

""I don't have car insurance, is it illegal to drive someone else's cars which has car insurance?""

My dad lets my use his car which has car insurance, i just want to know if its illegal to drive without insurance in california because i don't have insurance.""

Looking for health insurance not discount?

I have RA and now looking for health insurance I am on disability but to young to receive medicare. I have receive quotes frrom BCBS disount program the agent lead me to believe this was full coverage insurance but deceived me this is only a discount plan which gives you nothing my job did cover me but will run ourt in dec of 2010.

Can i get insurance w/out a car and vice versa?

i have my license just not a car. so can i go buy a car without insurance OR can i buy insurance THEN buy a car?

Insurance costs for new drivers?

I am thinking of getting my driver's license in about seven months (when i turn 18), but i am a bit discouraged by the quotes for car insurance that i have been given. I was told that car insurance for new driver's is about $3500 per year (and this is with a 40% discount for maintaining a 4.0 GPA). If i am put on my parent's insurance plan, it will still cost me $1100 per year (i have to make up the difference caused by adding me to their policy). Is this the normal rate for insurance for new driver's? Any other way to lower the cost? Any help would be greatly appreciated because i really want to learn to drive but the cost is so great...especially since i will be starting college next year.""

""Can you help me-insurance, cars, and money?""

Okay, I'm planning on buying a car soon. My family is in a very deep hole financially, so I'm going to ask my grandparents to help me, because they are doing fine. I need a car to get to school, get to my current job on time, and have another job (along with 2 AP classes and babysitting!) I never ask them for anything, not that I've ever wanted to, so I'm really scared to ask them for this huge favor. I'm planning on paying them back for every single penny I borrow plus interest. So I want to know an idea of how much money I'm going to need to borrow. Okay, for insurance...I'm planning on buying a toyota yaris, matrix, or camry. Or a honda civic (perferrably hatchback). Or a volkswagon beetle. But right now, anything will do as long as its reliable. For a 16 year old, A average grades, living in KY, about how much would monthly insurance be? For payments, I know about 2000 for down would be good. But how much (about) would interest be on monthly payments? I'm planning on finding a car that is about 7000-8000 dollars. And lastly, how should I ask!? They know I'm mature and responsible, but I don't think they are willing to help me out. I absolutely hate asking for things from people, but I really need help so that I can help my family. So how should I do it? Thank you so much! :) I'll choose best answer!!!""

Do you buy insurance before you buy a car?

Say you picked a car that you want. And negotiated your deal? Who do you get insurance? I never had a car before.

How to get off an auto insurance policy?

about 2 years ago, my mom signed me up in the same insurance as her car...i do not drive her car and never did, however, we still pay 80 bucks extra a month, i want to get off of that insurance but i hear its much trickier than it seems. The car i drive is already insured, but not under my name. Is that legal or not? I live in illinois if that helps. how should i go about removiving my name from this insurance company?""

""What is the cheapest car insurance place in the Farmington, New Mexico area?""

I've tried Farmers insurance and Geico. Both places quoted around $240-$280 every 6 months (or monthly payments). I did an online quote at Progressive and got a quote for around $180.00 (which was much cheaper). But I don't know if I filled the information out right? Oh btw, I'm trying to insure my 1995 Ford F-150 pickup. The insurance seems much more expensive on this vehicle than with other cars in my family.""

Recommended auto insurance in us?

Specifically NJ. have some points. Any help on which would be cheapest?

Advicing on insuring my car?

Well, i passed my driving test yesterday yay! I got a car from a friend but i'm having trouble finding somewhere to insure me without having to pay like tons of money. I'm female and age 20 so i don't really know how much my insurance should be or what's a good deal. Anyone give me any insurance companies i could try as a first time driver? Thank you""

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pet insurance quotes for 2 cats

Work Insurance for Teen?

My daughter will be voluteering at a Veteriray's surgery/office in the Summer holidays. She was told she'll need work insurance. We live in Ireland but do not have family insurance. Where can I get her this insurance for the time that she will be working/volunteering at the Vet's surgery/office/farm? I'd very much appreciate any leads please. Thank you.

Car insurance group 9 cost for 1.4 17yr old driver?

Hi guys!:] Just wanted a rough estimate of how much this insurance would cost? Looking into getting a Peugeot 206 1.4LX. Many thanks in advance!

Health insurance transplant patients affordable?

affordable prescription meds. for transplanted patients plus affordable health insurance for same.

How much is a teen's car insurance per month?

I am planning to get a 2004 Lexus is300. I know because it is a luxury car, the insurance will be a little higher, but the car is 10 years old...I am recently licensed, a female, and I have a 4.0 gpa so I know I will have some discounts. I will be turning 18 in 6 months but will only be having my license for less than a year. So if any other teen, parent, or car insurance agent knows how much a teen's car insurance would be for a 10 year old luxury car (specifially Lexus), please help me out by letting me know!""

""Would insurance be cheaper for a '04 nissan sentra, '08 toyota prius, or '08 honda fit?""

I am making payments on my '04 nissan sentra and i'm running the numbers to see how much more or less it would cost if i owned a new prius or fit. so far for expenses i'm just figuring in payments and gas and that my nissan will need about $1,000 of work in the next 3 years""

Pay out of pocket for my car or go through my insurance company?

I live on a hill. Last week, in a quirky weather situation, the street I live on got super-slick just long enough for my 2000 Toyota Camry to go into a 300' free-slide down the hill and crash into a curb and a tree. It was a one-car accident, no one was injured. The repairman can only give me a rough estimate at this time but he thinks it'd cost about $1500 to repair using old body parts, although he says it could cost more if he finds more damage as he goes along--in that case he thinks it might cost up to $2,000 to patch it up out of pocket. I asked him about the pros and cons of paying out of pocket vs. going through insurance in my particular case. He said that if I chose to go through insurance--which would mean getting a USAA adjuster out and all--that he was thinking it would probably cost $2500 to repair, maybe more if it turned out there was more damage that he could see at this time. But he pointed out that I'd have to pay the deductible (which I think is $500 for my car, not sure) and that my insurance rates would go up. But then you'd end up with a new-looking car. [as opposed to a patched-up looking car]. My husband absolutely wants to pay out of pocket--he does not want to involve our auto insurance company, saying, The insurance company is only for the big accidents. But I'd like to keep this car for several more years if I can because there's no car out there that I like better, so I'm wondering if maybe it might be worth going through the insurance company. Here's a little more information: My 2000 Toyota Camry has 115,000 miles on it and has been very reliable over the years. The motor wasn't damaged and, in fact the car is already driving well again except that one headlight and blinker are broken. There is, of course, body damage to the front and hood, plus a 6 crack over the left back tire (not very deep), which occurred when I backed out of the tree, slid again, and hit the curb on the opposite side of the street. Re: Our insurance situation? We (me and my 3 driving age children) had a string of costly minivan accidents in the 1990s: 1. one in 1997 when my daughter totaled my van, and got sued for injuries by 2 people in the other car (the lawsuit was settled many years ago but it dragged out for years). 2. one by me, a one-car accident, no injuries, our insurance company paid for the damage minus the deductible 3. 2 accidents caused by other drivers, so my insurance company didn't have to pay any damages--I don't know if USAA takes accidents caused by other people into consideration or not. 4. My son totaled my van in 2000 [which is why my current car is a year 2000]. So we have not called upon our insurance company for any expenses for almost 11 years now. Regarding traffic tickets? I got one 3-4 years ago for speeding--35 or 40 mph in a 25 mph zone-. If my points from this ticket have expired by now (not sure), then there are no other points on our record. Our children are now out of the nest and only one of them borrows our car when she comes to visit once every month or two. I put less than 10,000 miles/year on my car for work and vacations. We live in PA. So my question is this: Given the age of the car, amount of damage, etc., is it worth going through our insurance company to get the car fixed rather than pay OOP--or would going through insurance raise our insurance premiums so much that it wouldn't be worth it?""

Does 15 mins save you 15% or more on car insurance?

Does 15 mins save you 15% or more on car insurance?

Whats The Cheapest Car To Get Insurance For?

Whats The Cheapest Car To Get Insurance For?

Can you get insurance with just the chassis number for a new car/bike?

I'm trying to buy a new bike and in order to register it i need an insurance certificate. The trouble is all insurance companies i've tried getting quotes from online only do insurance with the registration number. Does anyone know of any that do it with the chassis number??

Roughly how much would the insurance cost on an Audi A3 1.4 cost at 17?

Roughly how much would the insurance cost on an Audi A3 1.4 cost at 17?

Why does a classic car cost more to insure?

My friends got an 02 Acura RSX 5 speed and he pays like $600/month and the car has some engine mods. We are both 17 except he has a couple tickets. I called 3 different insurance companies and they all quoted me around $750 a month. the car in question was a 76 Chevrolet Camaro with an automatic trans and 350ci v8 (though the vin would probably indicate a 267ci v8) why is the newer car cheaper to insure? with a manual trans? kids these days dont appreciate the old cars like I do and stick with Honda and Acuras and those are the ones I actually see getting wrecked. I wouldn't get full coverage on the old car because if it were to wreck i'd just get another as they aren't worth fixing and are a dime a dozen it's not really a rare classic car. I understand that engine size might be a factor. The rsx is lighter and has a smaller engine but the Camaro is much heavier with a bigger engine. Would a z28 cost more? (already upgraded to 350 and upgraded suspension from factory) I didn't ask the insurance on that. What about the Pontiac Firebird of the same years? (70's to '81) it shares a similar setup. When I ask the insurance people how they calculate their rates they say its the area and experience of the driver but me and my friend live in the same area, he's had his license longer but has tickets. His car also costs way more. They could not give me any more info on rates they say they're just there to quote and don't know anything else. So why is this like this?""

How much does a rx of augmentin cost without insurance?

How much does a rx of augmentin cost without insurance?

I need a cheap insuance plan?

I am 18 and am needing a liability insurance plan. I live in Houston TX, the cheapest I have found is with Geico for 3 somthing a month, and I think that is INSANE!!!""

Where can I find Health insurance providers?

I am looking to buy a temporary health insurance. I am a student and need this health insurance for only 3 months. Do you know any reliable, health insurance providers that could help me with this? If you could please provide a website or a phone I would really appreciate it! Thank You""

Can I still drive my parents car under THEIR insurance?

Hi! I just passed my driving test today, and I have the temporary driver's license. I was wondering if it was legal to drive my parent's car. The car is registered, AND insured under their names. Would it be legal for me to drive their car, with them giving me permission to do so? Or would my name have to be added to the insurance in order for me to just drive their car. I know that I would need insurance in order to drive OTHER people's cars, but this is just my parents. Thank you!""

Value Of Car Set By Insurance Company?

My car was recently stolen and declared a total lost, when I first got insurance on this car the new or used cost value was set by my insurance company for $19,000. Now that my car is a total lost they only said they can give me the fair market value only. Why did they set a price of $19,000?""

Health insurance eligibility event?

how would employer or insurance company be able to verify wheather your spouse had switched jobs or lost coverage? to make it be considered an event...I NEED HELP

How does my 21 year old son get health insurance?

My 21 year old dropped out of college and is trying to get back in part time. Would my employer cover his health? How else can he get himself covered? What types of costs are we looking at?

""Just passed driving test, 22 yr oldwhere should i go for cheapest insurance quote.?""

Just passed driving test, 22 yr oldwhere should i go for cheapest insurance quote.?""

Can I still drive my parents car under THEIR insurance?

Hi! I just passed my driving test today, and I have the temporary driver's license. I was wondering if it was legal to drive my parent's car. The car is registered, AND insured under their names. Would it be legal for me to drive their car, with them giving me permission to do so? Or would my name have to be added to the insurance in order for me to just drive their car. I know that I would need insurance in order to drive OTHER people's cars, but this is just my parents. Thank you!""

What is the best Home Insurance?

What is the best Home Insurance company? How much should I expect to pay each month for Home Insurance for a $300,000 brand new home? Are there things that I should include in my Home Insurance policy that is not mentioned to me? The home is in Fresno California.""

How much is insurance for under ground pools?

How much is insurance for under ground pools?

Which Car Insurance is better for a teenager in Texas?

I'm 18 years old and trying to look for a cheap car insurance. I am at College seeking a job and the cheapest is Acceptable Insurance,110/month.""

How much will AAA insurance go up if I get my license?

my mom and dad have AAA and I am 16 and I want to get my license. but my dad is telling me to just wait until i go to college since he will buy me a car then. he says the insurance will go up $1000 per month but i cant believe it. how much does the insurance usually go up after I would get my license. I wouldn't own a car and I wouldn't be registered for one.

""Has any one been quoted 23,000 for car insurance?""

i have just been quote 23,000 for a car insurance am i the only one (vaxhaul astra 1.4)?""

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My official canon divergence starts with the end of D2 and will cover all of Book 4 and D3 and beyond. 

Please read. I will eventually put all of this in smaller head canons.

If this post is too long for you here is my shortened version - x

Pre Book 4

Book 1 is mostly canon on this blog. It should be noted that Carlos and Uma, and her crew and the pirates used to hang out or at least were acquaintances. He has an unspoken beef with Harry Hook. They also taught him to swim and sword fight. Carlos’ symbol the cross bones is a partial reference to his pirate history. Carlos’ mother is very awful but has a vice like grip over him. Carlos deeply loves his mother, and knows his mother does not love him but that never stops him from trying to earn her love. He is also protective over her because of this. He hates himself for his feelings like this.

D1 is also largely canon. Book 2 is also canon. Book 3 is canon, except his and Jane’s friendship are not as rushed (and later relationship starts building immediately after D1. D2 is mostly canon with the caveat that he and Mal have talked prior about the truth gummy and his mom hence why his mom’s voice appears in Ways to be Wicked. Carlos barely does any actual fighting with the pirates as they are his friends and he is torn. He likes being able to to the smoke bombs because it acknowledges his accuracy, and his desire to not actually fight.

After D2 Jane and Carlos do become official. They are not without their issues, not listening to each other is a main one. They often speak over each other, and don’t listen to each other’s ramblings. Their is alot of trust issues between them. They are both nervous about everything, and second guessing everything. But they are trying, and they are a cute couple.

Dude cannot talk still. The spell wore off shortly after D2, when he took his first poop really. He is however good at tracking, because he’s a dog. He helps in that matter, but that alone.

Book 4

Due to rules at Auradon prep, even though Carlos should have graduated early, he does graduate with the rest of the Core 4, he just is not allowed to walk across the stage. He is a junior in title alone. He graduates with the rest. Dude stays at Auradon prep, and does not graduate. Dude stays to help the next mascot. Dude also officially gets adopted by Gil when the time comes in D3.

Carlos does not participate in the senior things, and it kind of crushes him. He doesn’t even know if the school will let him graduate and it eats him up. Even if the school does, he will be away from his friends which doesn’t help either. Jane figures out a way to fix it by having him help plan the scavenger hunt. But that’s alot on him.

D3 and VK DAY

VK Day is not a thing. It does not happen. It was brought up and Carlos shot it down. He does have a place on the Isle for kids though, but some of their parents are bad. The location is a secret, and the place is run in part by Diego, and in part by a few of the other older kids who Carlos trusts. Carlos is not a fan of the applications, and pushes for if they are going to be a thing then kids need to be coming over at least monthly. To help prepare he proposes for a place to be built in Auradon for kids both Auradon raised, and not to find solace and help if they want it.

Carlos hates being on the isle, he hates going back. His mother is not okay for various reasons. He does not like it there. He never truly will. He cares about the kids and those in situations similar to his, but going back to the Isle is panic inducing for him.

Jane’s Birthday and Relationship

Carlos helps Jane plan her birthday, and even has some surprises for her. Like a cake and gift. However because of things going on he misses her party due to the fact that he has to go back to the Isle again. That begins the strain on their relationship. She thinks he forgot. And the cake he made is slowly being eaten by people which doesn’t help. Jane does not find out about the cake, because the new VKs hide their evidence of eating it.

Carlos does try to give Jane her gift, a way of saying sorry now for missing the party. It is a bow made out of scrap metal that Carlos made. Because of nerves between both of them, its not really well received. Carlos says that he’s not sure about them anymore things have been building after all over months.

When Jane meets Harry and Gil, she does not intentionally flirt back. But Carlos sees it, and gives her a look. They never officially say they are broken up. They remain friends for sure. But they both realize they are not going to be each other’s happily ever after. And they are okay with that, because at least they are friends.

Fight Scene

Carlos Recognizes the fighting style as Chad’s because he is in control of the armor. Carlos does not know how to voice this to the others, but he does have an advantage that they now don’t. He and Chad are a pretty equal match.

Carlos is much more open to accepting Harry and Gil. The icebreaker is not needed so much because he did in fact use to be friends with them on the Isle. He and Harry still don’t speak about their beef. But their lack of speaking about it, allows them to move on from it.

The Barrier and Aftermath

Carlos does not want the barrier down forever. Yes people deserve second chances. Some people however do not. He spend years atoning for his mother’s wrongs because she couldn’t. So in the aftermath of the barrier coming down, he sees Diego, which excites and confuses him because he loves his cousin. His cousin is coming to warn him about his mother.

Carlos tries to bring this to Ben and Mal but its a happy time. People are happy. The VKs are happy. Celia and Facilier are happy. The kids with good parents are happy, and Carlos can only thinking about the parents who aren’t good. A different solution has to be made or he will live the rest of his life in fear because his mother will find him. He wont get to go to Camelot University (Oxford and Cambridge Auradon Equivalent) and join their ROAR team like planned, he got a full scholarship.

So as soon as the celebrations end, he talks to Chad who he has gotten really close to. Chad suggest some thing, and Carlos goes with it. He asks for a meeting with Ben, some select adults in Auradon, and the VKs. He is terrified. None of them realize what is going on. His meeting begins with him saying that they need an alternative. Some villains are still bad. Some need to go to an actual prison. People object. Carlos for the first time then shows people who aren’t Mal, Evie, and Jay, his scars. He talks about the years of abuse his mother put on him. Things are going well until the air changes.

Cruella enters, and Carlos’ demeanor changes completely. Where he wants was confident he is no longer. Normally she speaks, but she doesn’t, and Carlos knows its going to be bad. She takes him out, but not before Fairy Godmother stops it. She freezes Cruella, and agrees they need an alternative for the not so good parents. There will always be bad people who are just bad.

College and Afterwords

Carlos visits his mother, even if it goes nowhere. Diego stays on the Isle, but Carlos is much more comfortable being there now. He also gets to see his cousin. Diego’s band becomes quite a hit in Auradon, they got alot better than when they were on the Isle. A true rock band. He goes to Camelot University, and plays ROAR there.

He has two focuses, veterinary medicine which covers science, but he also takes extra chemistry classes, because while at school he gets used to Animals. With help, he gets a service dog, Laurie, then a second dog Frieda both from the Dalmatian Plantation. His second focus is engineering.

He lives with the Charmings. They support him as if he was their own son. He and Chad have really bonded, and become close friends.

Eventually he gets access to Cruella’s money that was put in a trust, he gets access to her estate as well. He also gets all her cars out of the museum, if he steals them one at a time, no one tries to stop him. They have his name on them after all. Everyone in college knows that if they need help with cars or things need fixing he is the one to go to.

He feels pretty fulfilled. A life where he could not hope, leads to a life where he can.

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canon divergence

tl;dr version of my D3 divergence

Things not in D3 but important

Carlos ran with the pirates for a bit on the Isle. They taught him to swim and sword fight, and his crossbones are inspired by them.

Carlos graduates as a junior, and is not allowed to cross the stage

He has a full ride to Camelot Univeristy (Oxford and Cambridge Equivalent)

He is on the University’s ROAR team, and dual focuses on Chemistry, and Engineering, with intentions to go to Vet School.

He fixes cars and things for students there

He gets his service dog Laurie, and his second dalmatian Frieda while at school from the dalmatian plantation

Chad’s parents support both he and Chad in ROAR at college even if they are rivals. Ella and Kit will each choose which of the colleges to support. It is a house divided

He helps plan the senior scavenger hunt with Jane

He and Jane are dating but break up quietly over the course of D3 when they realize that its not just nerves between the two of them its incompatibility

He still gives her a necklace instead of that damn jarlos bullshit, it is a bow that he crafted out of scrap metal

He is still friends with her

Their relationship started in book 3 with a friendship that is much less rushed than in the books and d2.

Dude cannot talk the spell wore off when he took his first shit

Carlos is against VK day, and wants kids coming over at least monthly if it is insisted on.

Carlos builds a place on the Isle for kids who are in bad situations. The location is a secret it is known to the kids, and a few adults who Carlos trusts namely Diego.

Carlos builds a place similar in Auradon

Carlos lets Gil have Dude

The fight scene is not a dance sequence but an actual fight with Chad controlling the suits of Armor. Carlos recognizes the fighting style, but doesn’t know how to tell the others. This is borrowed from @chrmiing

No dancing happens, even Carlos can’t save that hot mess

Carlos has no issues with Gil or Harry and does not need Evie’s icebreaker

Harry and Carlos do have a beef but they don’t talk about it its better that way

Carlos is not the biggest fan of the barrier being down forever. When it goes down, he goes with Chad and his family to hide.

Chad suggests Carlos call a meeting because they have talked thing. Fairy Godmother backs him up.

He lives with the Charmings in this time, and through college

They accept him as their own, and he even cries a little when he gets his own room because while he had a dorm room before he has never had his own room

Chad and Carlos are ROAR Rivals in college (they go to different ones) and Ella and Kit cheer them both on. When Carlos and Chad play each other each parent wheres one of the teams Jerseys and they cheer for both

Ella is likely the first adult in Auradon Carlos tells everything to, she is his favorite princess and story after all

Beelzebub loves Chad’s entire family, except Chad and Carlos finds it hilarious. Beelzebub is still mostly an outdoor cat.

Carlos calls a meeting and shows his scars and such to show that not all villains deserve a second chance.

Cruella interrupts the meeting and he goes with her, but she is frozen in place by Fairy Godmother, and they agree that an alternative needs to happen.

Also he unless otherwise stated he’s likely dating @ladymalevxlent ‘s Mal

to clarify if your muse is more canon to the events of d3 carlos likely wont be dating mal, if your muse is much more divergent to the events he is dating her

it also will heavily depend on the muse and mun i am writing with