#SideCookie

[sidekick-hero]

Suitcase of Memories

Authors: @legitcookie and @sidekick-hero l Artist: @luna-fortunaa l Artist: @maikaartwork | Beta: @acasualcrossfade | Beta and amazing cheerleader: @yournowheregirl

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In a bygone era, two men overcome all societal norms and find an instant, powerful connection that defies all odds. Their secret love blossoms in the shadows, forming an unbreakable bond. However, fate eventually intervenes, cruelly tearing them apart. Fast forward to the present day, Steve awakens from a startling dream that feels surprisingly real, like he was really there. The memory of it haunts his every waking moment, making him question if he somehow recognizes the mysterious, curly-haired stranger playing his guitar at a street-corner, although they have never met before. Steve continues to cross paths with this enigmatic figure, Eddie, until they surrender to fate and their instant attraction. As their relationship deepens, Steve's dreams become increasingly vivid, detailed, and intense, leaving him with an uncanny sense of familiarity. They also strangely reflect the growing romance and struggles of his newfound relationship. Is it all just a coincidence, or is there a deeper connection that defies the boundaries of time and fate?

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[steddieas-shegoes]

the most legit cookie

welcome to another week of fic recs! i post the top 3 (to me) fics by some of my favorite authors so that everyone has some new reading material (as if we are not blessed with plenty already). as always, check the tags before reading anything, be kind in the comments, and reblogging is what helps people see fics! always check the masterlists/works for other fics!

this week is @legitcookie! jen is one of those writers who makes me kick my feet and giggle during even the smuttiest scenes. it's truly a gift. she is also one half of the dream team that is sidecookie with @sidekick-hero and we couldn't be more lucky to have her talent in this fandom.

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Suitcase of Memories Rated E | 55,749 words | cowritten with @sidekick-hero The bang fic that sent me on a whirlwind of emotions from start to finish! I truly loved the entire concept of this fic, and the way that the story weaved together felt reminiscent of The Song of Achilles (but with a happy ending). It's just so damn beautiful guys. Favorite part: And it's a choice now. To try, even if it's scary. Even if there are no guarantees. So Steve leans in to capture Eddie's lips in a slow, tender kiss, pouring all his love, showing him he feels the same. Eddie chose him, and Steve knows that in any life, in any universe, he would choose Eddie.

i wore his jacket for the longest time Rated E | 58,311 words | cowritten with @sidekick-hero I already rec'd this on the post for Sandy, but it needs a second rec because it's that good. I love that they were half-bullied into writing a fix-it for a really great one-shot, because one of (in my opinion) the best Steddie fics of all time was written because of it. Favorite part: literally all of it. I can't pick and you can't make me.

Steamy Windows Rated E | 7,555 words Okay guys. Friends having sex! Laughter during sex! Some feelings that probably should have been realized a lot sooner, but nothin' like some old fashioned fuckin' in the backseat of a car to figure them out! Favorite part: Steve pulls Eddie down for another kiss, but it’s mostly teeth since they’re both still smiling. Steve can’t remember the last time he laughed this much, especially during sex. It’s lighthearted and fun, the normal walls of insecurity nowhere in sight. With Eddie, it’s just easy. He doesn’t know if he wants anything other than this.

[vecnuthy]

SIDECOOKIE I AM CRYING!!!! 🤣🤣💜💜 I love your brain, it's big and beautiful - this will be our writing name from now on.

🤩🤣 I am honored to be a part of this pivotal moment in Steddie fanfic history 💖 lmao

[sidekick-hero]

Suitcase of Memories

Chapter 5 of @legitcookie and I's bigbang just dropped! It's the second to last and it's a really weird feeling to be almost done with posting something we've been working on for the good part of this year.

So have a sneak peak and let us know what you think 💜💛

Fic | Art | Art

Chapter 5: Dream A Little Dream Of Me

"I love you so much, Steve. It's kind of stupid how hard I've fallen for you," Eddie whispers in a breathless voice as Steve begins to kiss down the length of his neck. "I know it might be too soon, but —"

Steve cuts him off with another kiss, showing Eddie that it's not too soon, that he's not stupid for falling. Eddie is perfect. Steve is the one who took too long to get it.

He can't put it into words, not yet. Not when it's all so new, the peaceful, settled feeling in his chest still so tentative. But he can show it. Eddie has always been the one to put himself out there, the one to move their relationship forward. But now that Steve is finally on the same page, he wants to show Eddie how much he wants this, wants them, too. Wants to show that he’s ready to take the lead for once.

Quite literally, in fact, as he begins to slowly walk them backwards, his mouth never leaving Eddie's. That is, until Eddie's knees hit the mattress and he flops down on it with a loud, surprised oomph that brings a laugh out of Steve. He missed this, missed laughing with Eddie and having him smile up at Steve, obviously amused and endeared in equal measure.

"I missed seeing you happy." Eddie echoes Steve's thoughts, frighteningly in tune with what's going through his head, and his chest aches at the words. He knows he hurt Eddie and he's so sorry for making him feel like he couldn’t make Steve happy.

"Eddie, I'm —”

Before he can even begin to apologize - again - Eddie sits up and wraps his arms around Steve, pulling him close so he can rest his cheek against Steve's stomach. "Don't. You're here now. That's all that matters. All I ever wanted was to have you with me."

A lump forms in Steve's throat, making it impossible to say anything, so he just buries his hands in Eddie's hair and lets himself be held by strong and loving arms.

He doesn't know how long they stay like that, Eddie sitting on the bed, his arms wrapped around Steve's waist and his head resting on Steve's stomach as Steve gently runs a finger through his unruly curls. But at some point, Steve feels lips brushing gently along the low-riding waistband of his sweatpants, and he feels himself smiling at nothing in particular.

"Are you having fun down there without me?" He asks Eddie cheekily, earning a playful nip at the soft skin just below his belly button.

He can hear the grin in Eddie's voice as he replies, "Wouldn't dream of it, sweetheart." Then he presses his face against where Steve is still more than half hard and adds, "Besides, it feels like you're having some fun at least."

It feels like something has changed between them, adding a new weight to the way they playfully tease and flirt. Steve decides to roll with it, to take a page from Eddie's book and follow his instincts. His hand in Eddie's hair tightens, gripping the strands and forcing Eddie to look up at him. Eddie does, a moan falling from his lips, his eyes wide and shining as they lock with Steve's.

"What if I want more than some fun?" Steve asks, tugging at Eddie's hair, eliciting another soft moan.

Eddie's hands move away from Steve's waist and reach up to his chest, running his fingers reverently through Steve's chest hair. He sighs at the feel of the fine hair under his fingertips and Steve chuckles fondly at his boyfriend's apparent obsession with his chest.

"Then I'll give you anything you want, Stevie."

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[sidekick-hero]

For wip weekend: *softly sings* closing time

Ohhh another one I definitely wanna finish asap. Maybe this week, depending how much brain power covid leaves me 😅 This one is another Sidecookie original from @legitcookie and I.

Have a snippet 💜

Lost in the cloud of self-pity, Steve doesn’t notice he has company until he feels a gentle prod of someone’s finger. He peeks up just far enough to see it’s the same bartender as before. Eddie. “How ya holding up? Rethinking that helmet?” He gives Steve a soft smile, like he knows exactly how pathetic Steve is feeling right now. “Nope. He left, so I should be just dandy now,” Steve mutters sarcastically, burying his head back in his arms. Eddie snorts, but it’s not unkind. “I think you dodged a bullet there, man. At least now you won’t have to pay for a visit to the ER.” Steve smiles at him, and Eddie returns it and points at his face, “There we go! Forget about that guy. He obviously doesn’t have good taste. He’s a punk, after all.” Steve laughs. “And you do?” “Oh yeah. Definitely.” His lips curl into a wide smile, his eyes locked with Steve’s. A light pink blush flushes his cheeks, and not for the first time tonight, Steve thinks he’s beautiful. Eddie clears his throat and takes a rag to wipe the counter. “How about I make you a drink?” Steve shrugs in acknowledgment and props his chin on his hand. Eddie starts grabbing supplies. “What d’ya feel like? Something sweet? Sour? Surprise?” “I feel like crawling under a rock.” “Surprise it is then.” His hands fly to a number of different bottles, liquid pouring into a tumbler of all the colors of the rainbow it seems. Eddie pops a lid on starts shaking it.