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One Night in Budapest

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During your girls’ trip abroad,you make a stop in Budapest. After a day of sightseeing, you and your friends settle into a hidden gem restaurant for local Hungarians. Unbeknownst to you, Austin Butler is a frequent patron, currently in the city filming “Dune: Part Two.” When you see him, you instantly recognize who he is, and after he makes eye contact, the connection is undeniable. He joins your table, and after some lively conversation, he asks you to join him the next day for a private tour of his villa where things quickly become intimate.

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One Night in Budapest

The cobblestone streets of Budapest are alive with the movements of tourists and locals, creating a lively backdrop as you and your two girlfriends, Emma and Sophie, soak in the city’s energy. On holiday, the three of you are enjoying every moment, your passports already brimming with stamps from countless exotic locations.

Now in Budapest, you find yourself captivated by the stunning architecture and the lively atmosphere surrounding you.

Your itinerary takes you to some of the city’s most iconic landmarks: the grand Chain Bridge, the soothing Széchenyi Thermal Bath, and the imposing Buda Castle. Each stop feels more awe-inspiring than the last. As the sun sets, casting a warm, golden glow over the Danube River, the three of you decide it’s time to find the perfect place to eat.

You stumble upon a quaint little restaurant tucked away in a narrow alley, its glass front revealing a charming patio adorned with vibrant flowers and flickering lanterns. The rustic charm, along with the enticing smell of Hungarian delicacies, draws you in.

Inside, the cozy courtyard features wooden beams overhead and candlelit tables that create a warm ambiance. You are seated at a table near the window, excitement building within you as you prepare to indulge in the local cuisine.

As you look over the menu, you glance up and notice a familiar face, Austin Butler, the actor deep in conversation standing next to a table of another group of guests.

His presence is magnetic, and it’s hard not to steal glances. He’s covered almost head to toe in a makeshift disguise: a trench coat, a hoodie, and a brimmed hat. But his gorgeous blue eyes are unmistakable. They shine with an intensity and depth that draw you in, even from across the room.

His disguise might hide him from most, but you recognize him instantly. The way he moves, the subtle confidence in his gestures, and the warmth in his laugh are all unmistakable. He seems relaxed and easygoing, exuding a casual charm despite the efforts to stay incognito.

He unexpectedly laughs at something the other person says, and the sound is so rich and genuine you’re transfixed, caught in the spell of his charisma.

As if he can sense your stare, his gaze suddenly meets yours and his eyes sparkle with intense curiosity. A faint smile tugs at the corners of his lips when he sees you and the connection is undeniable.

As the waiter takes your orders, you notice Austin wrapping up his conversation with the other table of guests. Your heart races as he starts walking toward your table, his tall, striking figure commanding attention as he approaches.

You look up at him from your seat and can’t help but feel a surge of excitement and disbelief at how tall and handsome he is in person.

“Mind if I join you?” he asks, his voice smooth, accompanied by a disarming smile.

You and your girlfriends exchange stunned glances, barely containing your excitement before nodding eagerly and responding in unison, “Yes!”

Austin’s smile deepens, and he slides into the seat next to you, his warm, easy demeanor making the moment surreal.

After a round of introductions, you and your friends find yourselves deep in conversation with Austin, who turns out to be just as engaging and down to earth as he appears on screen.

He shares stories of his travels, film projects, and his time exploring Budapest. His laughter is contagious, and the way he listens, genuinely interested in your stories, makes each of you feel seen and appreciated.

As he speaks you begin to admire all of is stunning features finding what strikes you most about him is his unwavering eye contact which draws you in.

“So, what brings you to Budapest?” he asks, his voice lowering as he focuses all his attention on you.

You momentarily falter, searching for the right words, the intensity of his blue eyes sending a thrill through you.

“W-we’re on a girls’ holiday,” you recover, gesturing to your friends,.“We wanted a break from the usual tourist destinations to explore somewhere new.”

As you speak, you can’t help but admire the way his full lips curl into a knowing smile, a flicker of attraction in his eyes igniting a warmth in your chest.

You think Austin Butler might actually be into you, and the thought makes you bite your lip to contain your smile. The moment his eye linger on yours longer than necessary, you feel the pull of curiosity, you wonder how far this could go and lean a little closer as you ask,

“What about you, Austin? What brings you to Budapest?” You ask with a flirtatious tone hinting at another question lingering in the air: does he want you?

“Mmm, work mostly,” he says, unable to contain his smile, a faint blush creeping onto his cheeks as if he’s holding something back.

“What are you working on in Budapest?” you pry more, noticing how it excites him to keep a secret from you.

“It’s all under wraps,” he replies with a teasing grin.

“That’s too bad. I really wanted to know,” you say, letting your playful tone linger.

Austin rests his hand on his chin, a mischievous look in his eyes as a smile plays on his lips while he studies you.

“You’re not going to let me leave without sharing, are you?” He asks and the way his eyes meet yours tells you everything you need to know.

“Well, if it’s all under wraps…” you say in a mock-serious tone, delicately picking up a juicy cherry from your plate. As you take a teasing bite, the sweet flavor bursts in your mouth and you lock eyes with him as he watches as you lick the vibrant red juice glistening on your lips.

You savor the moment, your gaze still holding his, a playful challenge in your expression.

He stares at you, entranced. “I’m playing Feyd-Rautha, Paul Atreides’ arch-nemesis in Dune: Part Two,” he outright admits, captivated by your subtle hint of intimacy.

“So you’re a bad guy?” you grin, glancing at him with a seductive look in your eyes, the knowledge heightening your attraction to him even more.

Before Austin can reply, his assistant approaches with urgency.

“Hey, Austin, we’ve got another engagement this evening,” she says, gently reminding him of his schedule.

A flicker of reluctance crosses his face,clearly not ready for the night to end and as he stands and he looks at you with a smile that sends a rush of excitement through you.

“I’m staying at a villa just outside the city,” he says, his voice soft and inviting.

“Come tomorrow morning, I’d love to show you around.”

Your heart races at the unexpected invitation. You glance at your girlfriends, and they nod eagerly, almost too enthusiastically.

“I’d love to,” you reply trying to contain your excitement as you gaze up at him thinking of all the endless possibilities his invitation brings.

You exchange phone numbers, and for a moment, he hesitates, his gaze still lingering on yours.

“I’ll see you tomorrow,” he says, his tone full of promise.

As Austin leaves, you can barely contain your excitement.

The moment he’s out the door, you all burst into excited whispers, your joy so overwhelming that you blurt out, “He invited me to his villa?!” startling the other diners.

You hold up your hand apologetically, your cheeks flushed from the thrill and when the bill comes, you notice it has already been paid in full by Austin.

The Villa

The next morning, you arrive at the villa, a stunning property nestled in the rolling hills overlooking Budapest. It is a blend of modern luxury and classical elegance, with ivy-covered walls, expansive gardens, and a panoramic view of the city. As you walk up the driveway, you are greeted by none other than Timothée Chalamet, Zendaya, and Florence Pugh, all in casual hiking gear.

“Hey, welcome!” Timothée calls out, waving enthusiastically. Zendaya and Florence join him, offering warm smiles and friendly greetings.

“We were all just about to go on a hike,” Zendaya explains. “But it looks like Austin has other plans for you.” She says with a hint of playful sarcasm.

Florence giggles. “We’ll see you later… much later,” she adds, hinting that you’ll have the place to yourselves.

Then the trio heads off, leaving you to see Austin waiting at the front door, leaning against the frame.

He greets you with a warm hug and a smile, keeping his arm around you “I’m so glad you made it,” he says gently as you walk together.

“I’ve been looking forward to this all morning.” He admits leading you inside

You feel a flutter of excitement from his touch. “Me too,” you reply, your voice betraying your nerves and anticipation.

He gives you a reassuring squeeze as he continues, “I can’t wait to show you around. This place is fascinating”

As you walk through the villa, his arm resting comfortably around your shoulders, Austin points out various features, sharing little stories along the way. “This is the lounge,” he says, gesturing to the grand piano in the corner. “I like to play a bit when I need to unwind.”.

He guides you into the living room, an inviting space with soaring ceilings and a mix of modern and classical touches.

The furniture is elegant, complementing the contemporary style, and the expansive windows frame breathtaking views of the pool and the city stretching out beyond.

“This is one of my favorite views,” Austin says, leading you to the window. “Look, you can see all of Budapest from here.” He points, and your eyes follow, landing on the Chain Bridge spanning the Danube, connecting the two sides of the city

“This is amazing, Austin,” you say, astonished as you take in the view.

He smiles, his gaze lingering on you as you admire the cityscape. There’s something in his eyes, a subtle flicker of desire.

“It’s especially beautiful in the evenings,” he says softly “When the sun sets and the city lights start to twinkle on the water’s edge. Maybe you’d like to see it?” He asks, his voice warm, his eyes holding yours with a subtle seduction.

Your heart skips a beat as you answer. “I’d like that,” gazing into the depths of his blue eyes. He smiles at you and brings his hand down your waist ”Come on we haven’t finished our tour” he says guiding you from the living room.

As Austin walks with you to the private quarters of the villa he opens up about filming for Dune Part Two. He describes the elaborate sets and the intense action sequences without giving too much away.

As he continues the tour, you and Austin start bonding over your shared love of travel. He talks about his time in Budapest, describing his favorite spots in the city and his appreciation for his other travel destinations such as Rome and Spain.

You listen closely, captivated by his stories and the genuine passion behind his words. With every moment, you feel a deepening connection forming as the two of you explore the villa together, your conversations flowing naturally.

Eventually, his tour brings you to a large staircase. “There’s one more thing I want to show you, it’s a rooftop terrace,” he says, his eyes lighting up with excitement.” Then, with a playful grin, he adds, “You’ll need swimwear for this.”

His gaze flickers down your body momentarily before meeting your eyes again, his smile mischievous yet warm.

“Do you want to see it?” he asks, his voice filled with anticipation.

“Absolutely!” you reply, eager to see what he has planned for you.

He leads you to a tiled lounge, where several bikinis are laid out on a chaise lounge. “Pick whichever one you like,” he says with a smile. “I’ll wait outside. No rush.”

Feeling a mix of excitement and nervousness, you browse through the selection and finally choose a bikini that makes you feel confident.

Once you’re ready, you step out to find Austin waiting for you, now in swim wear. His athletic frame is even more striking in the sunlight, his toned abs and broad shoulders immediately catching your eye.

“You look amazing,” you both say at the same time exchanging smiles.

“No, really—you look incredible,” he says, his voice full of genuine admiration.

You feel your cheeks flush at the compliment. “Thanks,” you reply with s smile. “You look incredible too,” you add, and his face lights up with a broad grin pleased by your words.

He takes your hand, and the two of you head upstairs to the rooftop.

When you step out onto the terrace, the view takes your breath away. The entire city of Budapest is spread out before you, with the river sparkling under the morning sun, creating a picture-perfect scene.

The terrace is beautifully decorated, with plush lounge chairs arranged around a pristine hot tub. The vibrant colors of the cushions complement the surrounding landscape, and the water in the hot tub steams invitingly in the crisp morning air. The entire setting feels serene and luxurious, like something out of a dream.

As you both take in the breathtaking view, Austin turns to you with that signature charming smile, his eyes glancing toward the hot tub.

“Would you want to get in with me?” he asks, his voice sincere yet playful.

Your heart flutters, a mix of excitement and curiosity rising within as you wonder what his true intentions are feeling more tempted by him every second

“Sure” you reply, your voice tinged with anticipation.

He guides you toward the hot tub, offering a steady hand as you step closer. You carefully step in and the heat instantly eases the tension from your body as you sink into the bubbling water. Austin climbs in after you, settling into the tub with a contented sigh.

You both sit in comfortable silence for a moment, the warm water and stunning view creating a sense of calm. You exchange a smile with Austin, feeling a sense of peace and gratitude for this unexpected experience. Everything about the moment feels perfect.

As you soak in the bubbling water, Austin leans in closer, wrapping his arm around you with a coy smile.

“You know, I’ve been thinking a lot today,” he says, staring off into the distance for a moment, his expression softening. “How life surprises you in ways you don’t expect.”

You nod in agreement, feeling a sense of calm and comfort spread through you, anchored by his presence. “I’m glad you’re here,” he adds, his voice sincere and warm.

“What is it about me?” you ask, your curiosity of his intentions finally getting the better of you.

He pauses, as if weighing his next words carefully then his eyes lock with yours as he speaks.

“The moment I saw you in that restaurant, I honestly couldn’t take my eyes off you,” he confesses, his voice raw with honesty. “There’s just something about you—something captivating, irresistible.”

Your heart skips a beat at his words, and a thrill of excitement rushing through you. The air between you feels charged as his hand brushes against yours. When your fingers intertwine together it sends a rush of warmth through your body.

“I knew I had to find a way to get to know you better,” he continues, his voice now softer, almost intimate.

“And now that you’re here with me, I know I made the right choice.” His smile is charming, his blue eyes filled with that same magnetism that drew you in from the start.

Before he can say another word, you act on impulse placing your hands to his jaw and pressing your lips on to his.

The kiss is perfect, sending a surge of emotions through you that you hadn’t anticipated. It’s a moment of pure instinct and passion, and for a brief second, Austin is stunned by your boldness.

As the kiss deepens, you feel him relax into it, his hands sliding to your waist, the connection between you intensifying with every heartbeat. In this moment, you know for sure you’re going to sleep with Austin Butler.

What else could he have expected, inviting a girl to his home so soon after meeting her the previous day?

Without breaking the kiss, you shift, climbing into his lap, your legs straddling him. The heat of his body against yours sending a thrill through you as your fingers slip beneath the waistband of his swim trunks.

He gasps softly into your mouth, his body tensing beneath your touch. Your fingertips trace a delicate paths down his abs. Then, you find it—his big hard cock. He is much larger than you expected and your fingers wrap around the thickness in reverence as your bodies press together.

He pulls away from the kiss, his breathing uneven, and you stare at each other, his eyes clouded with conflicting thoughts.

You can tell by the way he pants, by the way his gaze flickers between desire and restraint, that he’s battling something in his mind. “Do you thi…” is all he manages to say before you kiss him again, silencing the hesitation you feel building within him.

Your heart races, caught between the thrill of the moment and the intense connection you feel with Austin. There’s a part of you that wants to slow down, to take things at a pace he’s comfortable with, but you don’t have the patience for that. You’re both here, in this moment, and you can feel the insatiable need between you.

You take his hand from your waist and push his fingers into your bikini making his cock twitch in your hand.

A low moan escapes him as you push his fingers to explore you. He slips them through your slickness, his touch tender and commanding as he coaxes you into surrender of the pleasure that’s quickly building inside.

A soft moan escapes your mouth, swallowed by his kiss as every brush of his fingers sends waves of pleasure coursing through you.

His fingers easily slip inside you pushing to a depth that has you break the kiss with a loud moan, your body arching into him. The feeling is intimate, and intense, each thrust of his fingers making your breath hitch as your heart races. It’s like he knows exactly how to touch you, how to drive you deeper into that state of blissful surrender.

The sight of him with his hair and lashes wet is surreal. You look down at his powerful body, muscles flexing beneath his wet skin, and it makes your breath catch in your throat. It feels like a dream.

Your hand begins firmly stroking his cock and you feel his hard shaft pulse in your grip as he captures your lips again, this time with more urgency, his fingers thrusting into you with a deliberate rhythm, matching the intensity of his kisses.

His other hand grips your waist, holding you steady as his kisses grow deeper, more passionate. He suddenly slows his thrusts and pulls back from the kiss, leaving you confused.

“Are you okay?” he murmurs against your lips, his breath warm and heavy. “Do you want this?”

“Austin, of course” you whisper, your voice trembling with anticipation and desire. “I want all of you.”

A satisfied grin spreads across his lips, and his fingers move inside you once again with purpose, guiding you to the edge. His thrusts are deliberate, each one sending you spiraling closer and closer until the sensation becomes too much to bear.

The warm water laps against your skin, heightening the pleasure as he unexpectedly makes you come, your body trembling against his as waves of ecstasy wash over you.

He continues to stroke your inner walls as you ride out the orgasm, your breath coming in short gasps as you cling to him breathing softly against his neck. The sensation is overwhelming as he knows just the right way to touch you to have you falling apart.

When you catch your breath, you look into his eyes, the connection between you even stronger now. “I want to make you feel as good as you made me feel,” you whisper, your voice laced with promise.

Austin’s eyes lock onto yours, filled with longing. “I want that,” he says, his voice carrying a blend of anticipation and vulnerability. “I’m yours.”

You kiss him hard and demanding melting away all his reservations and stroke his cock firmly feeling the way he throbs in your hand, a steady pulse that becomes more urgent with every passing second.

His breath quickens, each inhale sharp and shallow, his chest rising and falling in time with your strokes as you on increase the pace. His eyes meet yours, and you can see the desire, the need building in his gaze.

“Fuck that feels good” he breathes, his voice barely audible over the soft sound of the water.

His body tenses beneath your touch, his hips shifting slightly, pushing into your hand as if he can’t help but seek more. The heat radiating from him intensifies, his cock pulsing harder with every stroke, and you know he’s getting close.

His grip on your waist tightens, his fingers digging into your skin as he lets out another low groan, his breath coming faster, more ragged.

He groans louder as you continue stroking him, your movements becoming faster, more powerful. His entire body seems to respond, shuddering as the tension coils tighter and tighter within him.

His lips part as he gasps, the sound filled with both pleasure and desperation, and you can feel the way his thighs tense beneath the you, his body teetering on the edge of release.

The moans that begin to escape his lips fuel your own arousal, and you find yourself lost in the moment, wanting nothing more than to bring him the same ecstasy he gave you.

He takes a sharp inhale, his breath catching as his eyes squeeze shut, his whole body trembling with the intensity of it. “Don’t stop “ gasps, his voice strained with need. “I’m gonna come.”

You quicken your movements, your hand gliding feverishly over his length and his hips buck against your hand with each stroke, seeking more as the pleasure surges through him, building to a breaking point.

His thighs tense, his entire body going rigid as he fights to hold back, but it’s clear he’s past the point of no return.

With a final, shuddering moan, Austin’s body locks, and he spills himself into your hand, his release warm as it mixes with the water around you. His hips jerk forward one last time, his cock throbbing in your grip as he lets go completely, the tension draining from his body.

He shudders, his grip on you loosening as the aftershocks ripple through him, leaving him utterly spent and breathless.

When he looks at you it is with pure, unfiltered gratitude in his gaze. “You’re incredible,” he says, clearly still trying to form a coherent thought. “I needed that and I didn’t even know it” he admits.

“When you said that life has unexpected surprises, I thought this was what you meant,” you respond playfully.

Austin grins, running a hand through his damp hair. “Well, I’m definitely surprised. Honestly, I was just trying to impress you today.” He confesses.

His admission catches you off guard, and your heart sinks at his sincerity. He wasn’t even thinking this would happen; he just wanted to make a good impression.

“Austin your so kind I didn’t mean to…” your words trail off, suddenly feeling self-conscious, but his warm smile eases your worry.

“I wanted you,” he says, his voice taking on a seductive tone, his eyes gleaming with unspoken desire.

His expression turns serious for a moment as he wraps his arms around your waist, pulling you close. “Stay the night?”he asks, his voice is soft, but his intentions are undeniable.

“I thought that’s what you meant when you said the view looks better at night,” you reply playfully leaning in pressing your chest to his.

“It is now,” he says with a grin, his lips brushing yours as a mischievous look plays on his face.

Night Life

After you shower, you find Austin dressed in a white short-sleeved tee and light denim jeans in a king ropes trucker hat. He smiles softly and takes your hand, leading you to spend the afternoon together.

You sit beside him at the piano, resting your head against his shoulder, while he plays a gentle melody, his fingers dancing effortlessly across the keys. Every now and then, he glances at you with a warm smile, and you can’t help but feel completely at ease.

Later, as you relax on the couch, your head resting in his lap, he reads aloud from a book, his voice calm and soothing as his fingers gently run along the pages. The afternoon feels timeless, just the two of you savoring the quiet moments.

A private chef arrives, setting up in the kitchen to prepare dinner. You and Austin pause for a moment to watch, sharing a glance as the delicious dishes covering the table

Before long, Zendaya, Timothée, and Florence return from their hike, looking famished. When everyone is ready, you all sit down together to enjoy gulyás, a traditional Hungarian goulash.

Alongside the meal, you all sip on pálinka, a strong fruit brandy that adds a touch of warmth to the afternoon.

The conversation flows easily, laughter filling the air as you share stories and enjoy each other’s company.

After the meal, with everyone full and a little tipsy, Florence grins and suggests,

“Why don’t we head out to a local spot and dance the night away?” Zendaya quickly pulls out her phone, finding a popular bar called Insta Fogas that’s known for its lively atmosphere. She opens the Bolt app, calling a car for all of you.

Before long, you’re walking along Kazinczy Street, where the nightlife buzzes with energy. Austin holds your hand, walking ahead as he leads you. He glances back at you occasionally with a playful smile that makes your heart skip a beat.

Once inside Insta Fogas, the music pulses through the air, and the group wastes no time getting on the dance floor. You all take shots of Unicum, a famous Hungarian herbal liqueur, before dancing to the beats of Fluor Tomi, one of Hungary’s most popular rappers. The night becomes a whirlwind of music, laughter, and movement as you lose yourself in the moment.

With Austin by your side, his arm around your waist as you dance together, it feels like the best night of your life. You don’t want it to end, this perfect blend of freedom, joy, and connection making you wish the night could last forever.

You all return to the villa around 1 a.m., with Timothée shouting wildly as he bursts through the front doors.

Without hesitation, he strips off his designer shirt, then kicks off his socks and shoes, and sprints straight to the pool.

The loud splash sends water flying everywhere, making Zendaya and Florence collapse into each other, laughing uncontrollably. Timothée comes up for air, yelling in excitement and splashing around wildly.

“Get in here!” he calls out playfully to them but they are still unable to contain their laughter at his spontaneity.

You and Austin sink into the couch together, the warmth of the drinks settling heavily in your veins. He takes off his King Ropes hat and runs a hand through his sandy blonde hair, tousling it slightly before wrapping his arm around you and pulling you close.

His body feels warm against yours, a comforting presence as you both relax into the quiet of the moment, enjoying the stillness of the night.

“Look at the view,” he says gently, nodding toward the large window. You follow his gaze and see the glimmering lights of Budapest spread out before you, the city glowing under the night sky.

“It’s breathtaking,” you whisper in astonishment, your eyes brightening at the stunning sight. When you turn back to Austin, the sparkle in his eyes mirrors the beauty of the city, and for a moment, everything feels perfect.

You kiss him deeply, your hands trailing down his chest as he pulls you closer, his mouth molding perfectly to yours with each kiss. His hands slide down your waist, then over your ass, cupping and squeezing as your tongues dance together.

The intensity of the kiss makes the rest of the world fade away, and you don’t even realize the others have left, giving you two a moment of privacy.

Austin breaks the kiss, the sudden quiet catching his attention. He grins, his eyes filled with desire as he whispers, “Come to my room,” his voice low and seductive, his gaze locking with yours.

“Okay,” you whisper back, completely captivated, unable to resist the pull between you.

Once you step into Austin’s room, the first thing you notice is the soft glow of moonlight streaming through the large windows. The light spills across the room, highlighting a four poster bed draped with sheer, flowing curtains.

The furniture is all natural wood, and soft linen fabrics in muted beige tones. The only other light comes from a small lamp in the corner, casting a warm, soft glow. The atmosphere is calm, intimate, and the moonlight makes everything feel almost dreamlike.

Austin takes your hand, his touch warm and gentle as he leads you toward the curtained bed. The moonlight casts soft shadows across his face, highlighting the intensity in his eyes as he looks at you. The room feels quiet, intimate, the world outside fading away as he pulls you closer, his fingers intertwining with yours.

Austin sits on the edge of the bed, still holding your hand, his thumb gently brushing over your knuckles. He looks up at you, the moonlight catching the soft smile on his lips.

“Tonight was perfect,” he says, his voice low and sincere. “I loved every second of it… the laughter, the dancing… just being with you. It was the kind of night you don’t want to end.”

You smile softly, stepping closer until you’re standing right between his legs. “Let’s not think about the night ending now,” you whisper, your hand gently brushing through his hair. “We’re here, together. That’s all that matters.”

Austin’s eyes darken with desire as he places his hands on your waist, pulling you even closer. “You’re right,” he murmurs, his voice low and filled with affection. “Just us… right now.”

Your lips capture his in a slow, deep kiss, and you feel his breath hitch as he pulls you even closer. His hands grip your waist, firm but tender, as the kiss deepens, filled with unspoken desire and the lingering thrill of the night.

His fingers trail slowly down your sides, gently pulling at your dress until it slips down, exposing your bare skin to the cool air. His gaze follows the movement, filled with admiration and desire, before he leans in, pressing soft kisses along your collarbone, his touch both tender and electrifying. The connection between you feels undeniable, the night unfolding with a quiet intensity that makes your heart race.

His mouth moves lower, grazing your nipples with soft, deliberate kisses. Each touch of his lips sends a shiver through you, his breath warm against your skin. His hands steady you as his mouth explores, lingering on the curve of your breast, the intimacy between you deepening with every slow, sensual movement.

You sigh heavily, your breath catching as you hold his shoulders, your fingers gripping him tightly. The warmth of his mouth on your breasts sends waves of pleasure through you, and you can feel the tension building between you both, the anticipation heightening with each moment.

His fingers trace slowly down your back, his touch light sending a shiver up your spine. He moves his fingers with purpose, exploring every curve as his mouth continues its tender assault on your nipples.

His fingers slide lower, gripping your hips, pulling you closer as the heat between you intensifies. Every touch, every movement, feels euphoric, drawing you deeper into the moment.

He slips his fingers beneath fabric of your panties, his fingers brushing against your wetness with a teasing softness. The sensation makes your breath hitch, the closeness between you both becoming even more intimate.

His touch is slow and deliberate, as if savoring every second, and the warmth of his hands against your bare skin sends a flood of desire coursing through you.

You step back, your eyes locked on his, and slowly begin to remove your panties, the air between you charged with anticipation. Austin watches you, his gaze filled with desire, before pulling his shirt over his head in one swift motion. The moonlight casts soft shadows over his toned abs and chest, and for a moment, you both just linger there, taking each other in, the silence heavy with unspoken desire.

He stands, his eyes never leaving yours, and slowly unbuttons his jeans, the sound of the zipper breaking the quiet between you. His movements are deliberate, as he lets his jeans fall to the floor.

You glance down, momentarily breathless, your eyes widening with surprise and admiration at the size of his cock. The sight of him standing naked and erect stirs something deep inside, and you feel a flush of heat rise in your cheeks. Your gaze lifts back to his, the desire between you both intensifying as his lips curve into a knowing smile, aware of the effect he has on you.

He steps closer, his hands finding your waist again, pulling you gently against him, his breath warm on your skin as he leans in, whispering, “I’ve wanted this all night.”

He kisses you deeply, his lips firm and full of need as he guides you back toward the bed. With gentle pressure, he lays you down on the soft sheets, his body hovering above yours. His hand roams over your skin as he leans down, capturing your lips again with a tenderness that makes your heart flutter. He pulls back just enough to meet your gaze, the connection between you undeniable.

His hand reaches over to the nightstand, retrieving magnum package. He tears it open with a swift, practiced motion, his eyes never leaving yours as he rolls it on his large cock.

“I want to take my time,” he says, his voice low and laced with desire. “I want to savor every moment with you.” He says looking deeply your eyes.

“Of course Austin,” you smile resting your hands gently on his shoulders. He leans in closer pressing his hips down entering you slowly, the sensation of fullness making you gasp softly as your body adjusts to him. The stretch is intense yet incredibly satisfying as he guides his cock deeper inside pressing the weight of his body down on you.

His lips find yours, capturing every breathy sigh with a kiss as he penetrates inch by inch until he settles to the depth that makes you moan in pain. You can feel the deep ache from taking his large size.

“I’m gonna make it feel better” He promises and begins with steady, deliberate thrusts, his hands gripping your shoulders firmly, as the pain slowly begins to fade into pleasure.

“Austin..you whimper feeling every deep stroke of his cock.

“I know,” he whispers against your lips, his breath warm and full of affection. He continues his slow, rhythmic thrusts as his hand gently cups your cheek, his thumb brushing tenderly along your skin.

His other hand grips your waist, grounding you in the moment as the intensity builds. With each thrust, the connection between you grows deeper, until you feel the tension building to peak, your body responding to his with a growing need.

“Austin …I’m so close” you breath and he responds by increasing his pace making your body arch into his. You can feel your orgasm approaching as your walls begin to flutter around his cock.

His grip tightens, and he moves harder, each thrust more deliberate and powerful than the last. You feel every inch of him, the heat and intensity building between you as the moment reaches its peak, your bodies perfectly in sync as you both near the edge, and then it hits—a wave of pure pleasure crashing over you both.

His body tenses, his grip tightening as he lets out a deep, guttural moan, and you feel the warmth of his release pulse inside you as you moan in pleasure. Your orgasm follows, overwhelming and intense, leaving you breathless as you cling to him, your bodies moving perfectly together at the height of pleasure.

He rests his forehead gently against your shoulder, both of you still catching your breath, wrapped in the warmth of the moment you just shared. Slowly, he pulls back, sliding his cock from your warmth and laying on his side. With a quiet sigh, he slips the condom off, the sound of it snapping softly in the room, and leans over to place it in the bin near the bed.

Once he’s done, he pulls the covers up, wrapping his arms around you, drawing you close so that you’re facing each other. His eyes meet yours with a quiet affection as he brings you both under the blanket.

“I don’t want you to leave me,” he whispers, his voice soft and filled with sincerity. A warm smile spreads across his face as his eyes lock onto yours, tender and full of affection. He holds you tightly, his fingers gently tracing slow, comforting circles on your back.

You smile softly, brushing your fingers through his hair, “I’ll be here until the end of the week.” you reveal and there’s a hint of sadness in your voice, knowing your time together is limited.

Austin shifts slightly, pulling you closer, his gaze steady and filled with determination. “Stay with me,” he says, his voice gentle but insistent. “You don’t have to leave. We can figure it out. I want more time with you… as much as we can get.”

He cups your cheek, his thumb brushing over your skin. “Please,” he whispers, looking into your eyes. “Stay a little longer. We’ll make it work.” The sincerity in his voice makes your heart swell, and the thought of leaving suddenly seems impossible.

“I wasn’t sure if you’d want that,” you admit softly, your fingers tracing gentle patterns on his chest. “But now… I don’t want to leave either.”

You pause, biting your lip before answering, “Okay. I’ll stay. I don’t know what happens after, but right now, I just want to be here—with you.” Your smile grows as you see the relief and happiness in his eyes, knowing you’ve made the right decision.

He kisses your forehead softly, his lips lingering for a moment. “I want to take you to set tomorrow,” he says, his voice filled with excitement.

You’re flattered and a bit surprised by the offer, before you can respond, he adds with a playful grin, “I’ve been having some wild ideas for the scene I’ll be filming”

Your eyes widen with intrigue “like what?”

He grins, his eyes sparkling with mischief as he says. “Licking a knife to test its sharpness … while wearing a ceremonial loincloth.”

There’s a brief pause, the absurdity of the image hanging in the air, and then both of you burst into laughter, the sound filling the quiet room. He pulls you close, his arm wrapping around you tightly as the laughter fades and his smile remains soft and content.

The warmth between you lingers, and soon you find yourselves drifting off to sleep together, perfectly at ease in each other’s arms.

🧳 End 🧳

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any wild winds snippets?!! no pressure i just think about them all the time 😩😩😩

Yes!!! Let’s do a post season three, beginning of season four snippet! In honor of the holiday season!

18+, MDNI | References to sex, fluff, suggestive conversation

Logan slipped one of the matches out of the glass holder, turning it to hit the strike plate before she busied herself lighting the candles—something she had grown fond of in their house. The house was slowly winding down, the lingering smell of Thanksgiving dinner hovered in the air. The leftovers were currently divided into various glass containers, set to go home with individual families, the gentle hum of the dishwasher letting her know it was hard at work cleaning up the many plates, cutlery, and glasses they used.

Several bottles of wine littered the kitchen counters, as well as a variety of covered desserts, all missing slices or pieces, the food currently being enjoyed by their guests across the house. Through the floor length windows she could see Rafe and Mike out on the patio enjoying high-quality cigars. They were mid conversation, Mike with a big smile across his face while Rafe chuckled, her boyfriend looking at ease, the heather gray thermal he wore making him look so soft, contrasting well with the dark wash of his denim jeans.

Further out away from the patio, curled up on the big pool-side lounge bed were John B and Sarah, the couple dosing beside one of the outdoor heaters, both stuffed full from the pumpkin and chocolate pies after having multiple helpings of their delicious Thanksgiving dinner. Pope and Cleo sat beside them about ten minutes ago chatting, but the couple had since left to go have dessert with the Heywards, thanking Logan and Rafe for hosting this year’s celebration and Ellie for orchestrating most of the meal.

Logan crossed through the kitchen, finishing up lighting the remaining candles on her way into the living room. The massive, overstuffed and oversized sectional occupied by Biya and Anna, the two curled up together on one side, sharing a blanket and several glasses of wine, an open bottle of red on the coffee table in front of them. Anna controlled the remote to the TV mounted above the roaring fireplace, despite Biya trying to swipe it every few minutes, searching through the collection of movies available to stream.

“I cannot start the season with Jim Carrey!” Anna swatted Biya’s hand away when her friend suggested the Grinch for the tenth time in five minutes, “Absolutely not.”

“You’re such a spoilsport…”

“You’re the one with the Grinch kink…”

Biya squawked and Logan laughed as she lit the candles along the hearth of the fireplace, a smile poking from one side of her mouth. “Let Logan pick,” Biya watched her adopted daughter blow out the match, the dark house now glowing warmly. “Come sit with us, baby girl.”

Logan moved into the corner of the sectional, toeing off the heels she wore most of the day, her feet breathing a sigh of relief at being out of their shoe shaped prisons. She curled up on the couch, dragging a free throw blanket over her as she nestled into the cushions, her body exhausted from a day of cooking, eating, and chatting. She watched Anna scroll through the Netflix holiday options until one caught her eye. “Oh, let’s watch The Holiday first. I could really use some Jude Law on my screen.”

The girls all collectively agreed and Anna selected the favorite easily, putting it on as she poured Logan a fresh glass of wine, the blonde thanking her softly while the movie began. They were just getting to the part of the film where Cameron Diaz’s character meets Jude Law when Ellie and Kiara appeared in the living room, both looking squashed and sleepy. “Enjoy your post dinner nap?” Biya asked as they claimed empty spots on the couch.

“Is that what we’re calling it now?” Anna asked into her nearly empty wine glass.

Kiara laughed and Ellie blushed. While Kiara claimed the queen sized guest bed down the hall, Ellie had opted to snuggle with her boyfriend in JJ’s old room—and if that snuggle had somehow led to a soft and well-deserved body worshiping session from JJ to thank his girlfriend for all her hard work cooking Thanksgiving dinner, who was Ellie to complain?

“JJ’s still sleeping,” Ellie emphasised, pulling her legs up to her chest, not at all feeling the need to let them know that he’d tired himself out between her legs about an hour ago, “and Kie woke me up to have some pie…”

“What are we watching,” Kiara tilted her head, yawning into her shoulder as she snuggled into her mom, Anna tossing her arm around her daughter.

“The Holiday,” Biya spread out some of the blanket towards Ellie, “it’s good and Jude Law looks delicious.”

Ellie blanched and Kiara laughed, the mothers and daughters settling in to continue watching the movie. Eventually JJ joined them, hair sticking up wildly where Ellie had tugged and pulled as he ravished her, the boy moving to flop down between Ellie and Logan, his legs extending to rest on the coffee table as he swiped Logan’s wine glass from her hand, refilling it for himself. “Who’s that?”

“Shhh,” Anna hushed him and JJ only grunted, Ellie letting him snuggle into her as she whispered the movie and the story behind it to him softly.

The movie was wrapping up slowly, alternating between the two main women and the lives they fell in love with that holiday season when the back sliding doors opened. A slight whiff of a cigar smell came in with them, Mike moving into the kitchen to cut another slice of pie while Rafe wandered slowly around the couch, yawning into his elbow as he took a seat beside his girlfriend, shifting her so she reclined against him, his arms wrapping around her under the blanket, the palm of his right hand sliding under her cropped sweater, thumb brushing the soft, bare skin of her stomach.

He kissed her ear and neck, Logan humming as she relaxed into him and she’d just slipped her hand over his muscled bicep, turning her head to kiss him slowly when a pillow landed right in the middle of them, everyone now watching the couple, rather than the movie. JJ looked the most disgruntled, the pillow he had leaned against now resting on Rafe’s thigh, the older boy lobbing it back towards JJ’s head. “My house, my rules.”

“I’d rather not watch you make out with my sister on Thanksgiving.”

“But any other day is ok?” Kiara asked with faux innocence.

JJ huffed at his friend and Ellie giggled, pulling JJ further into her side, distracting him from his sister and her boyfriend kissing again. Rafe gently tugged on Logan’s lower lip and she had to physically restrain herself from whining, wishing that she had taken him up on his offer to come snuggle in their bed instead of them being good hosts to their guests. “Later,” Rafe purred into her ear as he pulled her closer, “We have all night to ourselves.”

“Anna wants to go black Friday shopping…” Logan turned her head, Rafe nuzzling her softly, “There’s a tablet she wants to look at for Kie…”

“Give her my card,” Rafe nipped her lip and Logan nodded, feeling tingles all the way down to her toes at his bedroom voice, “want you in my bed tonight.”

“Your bed, huh?”

“Our bed,” Rafe corrected easily, Logan smiling playfully as he pressed his forehead to hers, “want you in our shower, and then our bed…then maybe leaning over our bed…”

“Mmmm,” Logan tilted her head, kissing his jaw before she worked her way to his ear, breathing huskily, “maybe I’ll get on my knees on our rug first. A thank you for being so wonderful today…”

“Well, it is Thanksgiving, baby…”

#obx-chats #fic: wild winds #logan x rafe #oc: logan #Wild winds: snippets #rafe cameron fluff #rafe cameron x oc #rafe cameron fanfiction #rafe cameron smut

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A new structure design enables a dual-function system for infrared camouflage and thermal management

Combining metallic glass with the Berreman mode of epsilon-near-zero (ENZ) thin films achieves a dual-function system for infrared camouflage and thermal management within an identical wavelength region of the atmospheric window. In recent research, metallic glasses were selected for their tunable optical properties, providing adjustable emissivity for versatile thermal camouflage while maintaining effective thermal management. Thermal infrared camouflage aims to reduce the detectability of a target using thermal imaging devices. Given the typically high thermal emissivity in everyday environments, the thermal emissivity of the background environment must be considered. The conventional low-emissivity strategy for thermal camouflage is only effective for targets at extremely high temperatures, making it unsuitable for applications near room-to-medium-high temperature range (<350 °C).

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🔎 ABOUT THIS PROJECT

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Coral reefs are known as “the rainforests of the sea”. These vibrantly complex ecosystems harbour the highest biodiversity of any ecosystem globally. An estimated 25% of all marine species depend on reefs. They are also crucial for millions of people, providing food, livelihoods, resources and coastal protection.

Major threats, such as over-exploitation and climate change, are jeopardising the future of coral reefs. In the last few decades, sharp declines in reef cover have occurred worldwide. This is our first coral reef project to restore damaged reefs in the northern waters of Nusa Penida, Indonesia.

Our long-term goal is to improve resilience by enhancing connectivity of fragmented reefs whilst protecting and preserving endangered coral species. Led by our local team of expert divers and marine biologists passionate about the preservation of this marine ecosystem, we work with local people to promote positive community involvement in coral reef restoration.

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This project is managed by Purnomo Yudhianto, Ellie Jackson-Smith

and Chansa Hilmira

Filming: Julie Schleiss-Andreassen, Duarte de Zoeten, Purnomo Yudhianto and Chansa Hilmira

Writing: Duarte de Zoeten

Editing: Duarte de Zoeten and Thomas Hikin

Scoring: Charlie Hernández

📄 REFERENCES

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Bachman, S. D., Kleypas, J. A., Erdmann, M., & Setyawan, E. (2022). A global atlas of potential thermal refugia for coral reefs generated by internal gravity waves.

Boakes, Z., Hall, A. E., Ampou, E. E., et al. (2022). Coral reef conservation in Bali in light of international best practice: A literature review.

Bowden-Kerby, A. (2023). Coral-Focused Climate Change Adaptation and Restoration: The "Reefs of Hope" Paradigm.

Bruno, J. F., & Selig, E. R. (2007). Regional decline of coral cover in the Indo-Pacific: Timing, extent, and subregional comparisons.

Fox, H., Mous, P. J., Pet, J. S., et al. (2005). Experimental assessment of coral reef rehabilitation following blast fishing.

García-Baciero, A., García-Herrero, A., Horcajo-Berná, E., & Clements, G. R. (2024). The Art of Sticking: Attaching Methods Affect Direct Transplantation Success.

Islam, M. S., Islam, A. R. M. T., Ismail, Z., et al. (2023). Effects of microplastic and heavy metals on coral reefs: A new window for analytical research.

Lamont, T. A. C., Razak, T. B., Djohani, R., et al. (2022). Multi-dimensional approaches to scaling up coral reef restoration.

Lange, I. D., Razak, T. B., Perry, C. T., et al. (2024). Coral restoration can drive rapid reef carbonate budget recovery.

Paxton, A. B., Shertzer, K. W., Bacheler, N. M., et al. (2020). Meta-Analysis Reveals Artificial Reefs Can Be Effective Tools for Fish Community Enhancement.

Ruchimat, T., Basuki, R., & Welly, M. (2013). Nusa Penida Marine Protected Area (MPA) Bali - Indonesia: Why Need to be Protected?.

#Mossy Earth #solarpunk #tidalpunk #rewilding #Indonesia #Nusa Penida #Coral #coral reef #ocean #sea #marine life #endangered species #coral reef restoration #Youtube

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G53U finished repairing the window projector 54 seconds past the deadline indicated in the ticket. It was understandable why the SecUnit's dark visor, turned towards him, seemed tense. The Unit should have detected the potential delay in advance and taken measures to ensure that junior technician G53U wasn’t slacking off. But neither the Unit nor G53U could have predicted that, after replacing the window control module (which burned out after Supervisor Bethane threw a chair at the SecUnit and missed), it would turn out that all the image files were hopelessly corrupted. And now they had to be urgently acquired from somewhere.

G53U didn’t have a single service token to purchase a new set of landscape images. And with what he usually received, he could only afford a picture for the public halls, and even then, only in low resolution. So, G53U resorted to extreme measures.

Permission to contact block 87-76-554, - he sent to the SecUnit, hastily assembling a code that vaguely resembled a supervisor-level access key. To be sure, he displayed the code for less than 0.001 seconds, so the SecUnit wouldn’t have time to record it and verify it. G53U wouldn’t have been able to. As for the SecUnit—who knows? G53U hadn’t tested that before, only speculated.

Affirmative? - the SecUnit responded uncertainly. It might have managed to check the code but hadn’t reported the verification to SecSystem and its governor module.

Without wasting another second, G53U dove into block 87-76-554, the facility’s public data repository, partially using the permission just issued by the SecUnit. He quickly found the needed images and videos, filtering out the popular and free content while marking the exclusive ones—those created or filmed by artists on corporate commission or auctioned for senior executive use. The quality of the previews was truly impressive, but each file was incredibly expensive, and some came as premium or holiday tokens for management. So G53U assigned the SecUnit the task of trying to defragment the corrupted files from the old window module. And while the Unit flooded the feed with information about why SecUnits shouldn’t be doing this, G53U was breaking the file protection, using access codes he'd stolen from the SecUnit itself during the joint window repair (the SecUnit had tried to set up walls and protest against overly close contact, but 057-G insisted that full modules integration was needed to extract information from the burnt-out block and to perform a complete replacement).

G53U also negotiated with the Unit's governor module, rather crudely, creating a loop for its commands and overrides that triggered thermal and electrical shocks. This, too, was justified because when the tech and construct systems were integrated, the nasty program would hit not only the construct’s brain but augmented human's too. Now, the program believed everything was correct, and everyone received deserved suffering in time, the SecUnit thought all of G53U’s actions were justified and legal, and G53U could work calmly amidst the madness.

The file protection resisted as much as it could, but G53U was persistent and patient—by a whole +50 seconds, during which he successfully raided the elite section of the repository. The SecUnit still didn’t object to his actions but did object to defragmenting the corrupted files. So, G53U threw the new images at it and said, "Upload."

Which it did. Then, for another two seconds, they fiddled with settings and checked the compatibility of the images with the new window module, flipping through one stunning landscape after another. The SecUnit admired them next to G53U, tilting its head back and aiming all its drones at the window. After all, now it had copies of all these files. It could enjoy the illusions of exotic places and masterpieces of the past as much as it wanted.

And then both noticed the flashing red overdue ticket signal.

54 seconds. That was serious.

Timer malfunction,- the SecUnit suggested, already correcting the exact start time of the repair.

Affirmative - G53U replied.

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INVADER ZIM: ANOTHER DIMENSION PART 1

EPISODE 1 – ‘’THE DAY MY BIRTHDAY WISH CAME TRUE’’

It was a nice, warm, sunny day of June. My 35th birthday. But I was not going to have a party or anything like that. No. I had my own ways of celebration, alone. Since I can only remember, I’ve always been a loner. I’ve never had any friends, at least the real ones, but I was okay with that. Anyhow, a part of my plan for this special day was to go by bus and get to the forest located at the edge of my town. As soon as I reached my favourite place to be in – an old, fallen tree, off the beaten track – I sat down, pulled a can of beer out of my thermal bag with a picture of GIR from ‘’Invader Zim’’ on and took a big swallow of my beloved, golden drink. A moment later I unzipped my backpack – black, with grey and green alien heads on – to get my tablet and turn it on so I could watch one of my favourite films – ‘’Invader Zim: Enter The Florpus’’. So I was watching and drinking, with a green dog GIR plushie on my laps. A film, a plushie, a bag and few badges attached to my backpack – a set of ‘’Invader Zim’’ related stuff. I won’t lie – I don’t even need to – I’ve been a big, big fan of this dark and twisted series for the last several years. I couldn’t have imagined a single day without even thinking about Zim, GIR, Dib, Gaz or any other IZ character. When the movie was over, I put my tablet back inside my backpack, drank the last few drops of third can of beer and took a look at the tips of pine trees above my head. Being a little tipsy, I decided to say it out loud, my birthday wish.

- I wish I was given a whole new life – with my own cabin in the woods, with – I dunno – great magical powers, kinda… like a witch. Maybe in a completely different world. The world of ‘’Invader Zim’’, for example. Far, far, far away from this nasty, cruel and unfeeling world I live in. I HATE IT HERE!!! I HATE PEOPLE!!! I HATE THEM ALL!!! LET THEM BURN IN HELL!!!

That’s right. I was very,very mysanthropic. I hated humans for everything they do, for everything they are. Actually,I still do. A few minutes after saying these words, I packed all my stuff, including empty cans, I left this place and went for a nice small walk before coming home. I was not even halfway to path when I spotted something twinkling among blades of grass. Initially I thought it was just an empty glass bottle, vodka or what. But I was wrong. I came closer and crouched down to notice this thing was a tiny, circular, prismatic ball, reminescent of a typical glass ball for children to play with.

- Who would have left it in a place like this? – I mumbled to myself.

With no hesitation, I reached out to grab this pretty little object and take it home with me. And that was the moment something extraordinary occured. That ball started illuminating. It wasn’t reflecting rays of sunlight anymore, it was now shining by itself. Before I could react somehow, I was already overwhelmed by mysterious, blinding light coming from inside the ball. And then – I just passed out.

When I woke up, I realized I was lying on an old, dirty mattress, inside a dark, dusty room, filled with tons of some old junk, mostly furniture. The only thing I’ve had for a source of light was full moon I could see peeping through the window.

- What the f*ck!? – I growled, standing up. – What is this place? Why am I doing here?

There was a big, rectangular mirror hanging on the wall in front of me, so I got closer to take a look into it. I couldn’t believe my own eyes. I saw…an animated version of myself!!! Furthermore, I recognized this style immediately. It was Johnen Vasquez style.

- What the f*ck is this supposed to be? Am I having another twisted dream of some sort!?

I’d had few lucid dreams during my life, so I took that phrase as the only reasonable explanation. Usually, after exposing my bizarre experiences as a dream, I’d been waking up quickly and easily.Except for that one time I had to repeat: ‘’Wake up! Wake up! Wake up!’’. I was not waking up, so I decided to force myself to come back to reality. I’d been repeating these words like an incantation, just like already did once. To my surprise - it was not working at all.

- Oh come on! What the hell!? Why am I not waking up!? – I whined helplessly. – Come on! Please, let me wake up from this damn dream!!!

Still no results.

- F*ck… - I sobbed, falling down back on the mattress. Absolutely confused, I was laying and staring into ceiling over me. It was dirty, covered with mould and dozens of dark stains.

I would have stayed like that for a long, long time if it was not for a weird, disturbing sound I heard from the distance.

- What was that? – I quickly changed my body position to sitting. I heard muffled crying coming from the other part of the building.

- What the..? Are there ghosts in here? - I gasped, slightly afraid.

Whoever it was, they kept crying for at least next five minutes. Despite my unwillingness to go and face that mysterious person, I had to. After all,I couldn’t have stayed in that abysmal room forever. I took a look outside through doorless hole on a long, dark corridor running to both sides of my room’s exit. To the left – a floor with two ranks of closed doors, to the right – the same. And in front of me, there was a curvy staircase running down. Coast clear. I returned to the room, but only for a little while, to take my things with me. That’s right, I still had my backpack, my bag and even that strange little crystal ball by my side. I put this shiny thingy into the smallest pocket in my backpack, the same one I got a small Swiss pocketknife and a headlamp from. Now, with a portion of light and a weapon for self-defense, I felt a little bravier than before. So I started slowly walking down, step by step, with my eyes and ears strained to the utmost of my abilities. When I got to the lower floor, I could hear it better, the sound of crying. I had no doubt that was a little girl’s voice.

- ‘’ Ghost or not – I must find my way out of this damn place ‘’ – I thought, continuing to walk all the way down to ground floor.After I took the final turn, I stopped, seeing something at the bottom of stairs.A small creature was lying down and crying. As soon as the light reached her, she rapidly raised her head, looked at me and stood up. She was a little alien girl with bright-pink skin, big, blue, insectoid eyes and a pair of small, triangular antennae. She was wearing a white and mint-green dress, mint-green boots and a golden tiara. She was holding a toy in her hands. A plushie that resembled an avocado, with big, dark-pink eyes, yellow fish-like mouth, yellow belly, short orange limbs and a thunder-shaped, spiky, black ponytail, tied with a dark-pink bow. The alien girl must have noticed the blade of my knife, because she began moving back.Out of a sudden, I felt a wave of cold chill running through my whole body. Kinda like flashing red light with accompaniment of resounding female voice :‘’ DANGER INCOMING! DANGER INCOMING! DANGER INCOMING!’’. And there that was – a large, dark silhouette with glowing red eyes and big, sharp teeth, looking directly on us from the other side of the window. The monster came up to the door and shredded it into hundreds of tiny pieces. Now I could see its attributes much better. It was a tall, muscular,humanoid creature,something between a black bear and a werewolf.

- Oh fuck… - I cursed in fright before the monster started running towards us to get me and the alien girl who screamed at the top of her lungs. I stretched out my arm automatically. The one I was holding a pocket knife in, of course. I regreted not having anything bigger and more powerful to defend us. I closed my eyes, waiting for a deadly hit to come. But… the only thing I felt was dozens of drops falling on my face, arms and thorax. I opened my eyes again to realize I was all covered in blood. But I was not the one bleeding. It was the monstrous bear. I looked at my hand. Instead of my good old knife, I was holding a big,long, sword-like weapon. Its blade was dug in the monster’s solar plexus to the half of its length. It must have pierced his body, spilling some of him blood on me in the process. The monster was dead. I pushed the corpse with my left leg, seperating it from my magically altered cold steel. After accomplishing its assignment, my knife turned back to its normal form. I couldn’t shake off this awful feeling of shock for next few minutes. And then - I’ve started feeling very strangely. Unusually good, as if nothing bad or scary happened a moment ago. That felt like tons of new strenght getting pumped straight into my body.When it stopped, I heard the little alien girl asking me if I was ok. I turned around to look at her, but didn’t respond.

- Are you all right, ma’am? – she asked once more.

That taste in my mouth and smell in my nostrils – salty and metallic - and also that stickiness on my skin, all that have left me no choice but to realize…

- It’s not a dream, is it? – I mumbled while a slight and yet a little creepy smile crawled onto my face.

#invader zim #fanfic #fanfiction #oc #horror #fantasy

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These curtains help maintain a comfortable temperature in your theater by blocking heat from entering during the summer and preventing warmth from escaping in the winter. This means your HVAC system won’t have to work as hard, leading to energy savings.

2. Sound Insulation

Insulated curtains are excellent for sound control. They can significantly reduce noise from outside, creating a quieter environment that enhances your viewing experience. Whether it’s traffic, barking dogs, or lawnmowers, sound insulating curtains can help keep the focus on the movie.

3. Versatile Aesthetics

Available in various colors, patterns, and fabrics, thermal drapes can easily complement your home theater’s design. Whether you prefer a sleek modern look or something more classic and cozy, there’s a curtain option that fits your style.

Choosing the Right Thermal Insulated Blackout Curtains

When selecting thermal insulated blackout curtains for your home theater, consider the following factors:

1. Fabric and Thickness

Look for curtains made from thick, multi-layered materials. Fabrics like velvet, polyester, or heavy cotton blends provide superior insulation and light-blocking capabilities.

2. Color and Design

Opt for darker colors to maximize light-blocking efficiency. Rich hues like deep blue, charcoal, or even black can not only enhance the blackout effect but also add a touch of elegance to your home theater.

3. Length and Width

For effective light control, choose curtains that extend from the ceiling to the floor and are wide enough to cover the entire window frame. This ensures that no light seeps in from the sides or bottom.

4. Installation Method

Consider how you will hang your curtains. Rod pockets, grommets, or clips can all provide different looks and ease of use. Ensure that the hardware you choose complements your theater’s decor.

Styling Your Home Theater with Thermal Insulated Blackout Curtains

Here are some tips on how to style thermal insulated blackout curtains in your home theater:

1. Layering

For added insulation and light control, consider layering your blackout curtains with sheer drapes. This combination allows you to enjoy natural light during the day while still having the option to block it out completely when watching movies.

2. Matching Decor

Coordinate your curtains with your theater’s color scheme. If your walls are painted a deep shade, matching your curtains can create a cohesive look. Alternatively, choose curtains in a contrasting color to make a bold statement.

3. Accent Lighting

Incorporate accent lighting in your home theater to enhance the ambiance. Wall sconces or LED strips can complement your curtains and create a theater-like atmosphere, making it feel even more inviting.

4. Use of Patterns

If you want to add visual interest, consider patterned thermal drapes. Geometric or abstract designs can elevate the overall look of your theater without compromising on functionality.

Conclusion

Thermal insulated blackout curtains are a game-changer for home theaters, offering superior light and sound control while enhancing energy efficiency. With the right choice of curtains, you can transform your viewing space into a cinematic paradise, ensuring that every movie night is an immersive experience. Whether you’re an avid movie buff or a casual viewer, investing in quality insulated curtains is sure to elevate your home theater experience to new heights.

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s411l · 1 year ago

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STATION 42; ARRIVAL

150 DAYS BEFORE MISSION END

He was intending to make a good impression on whoever ran this place - the impression of someone who knew where he was and was prepared for it, like he was meant to be there and this wasn’t some last ditch effort to be as far away from civilisation as possible. That means sprucing up — a clean shave, hair dyed, gelled and dragged over his scalp to form the illusion of no receding hairline. But then he’d been told there was no need for a meeting, and been handed the plane tickets without much fanfare after.

The cold had forced him to hide the expensive (second-hand) suit under layers of sweaters and thermals and a puffy coat. Saul was a man clearly accustomed to a better climate. Minuscule icicles clung to his eyelashes, to the tip of his nose, to his feet, to everything. Hell, it felt like if he sneezed he might send shards of slimy ice scattering across the snow. What had been a moist hair gel now felt like super-glue dried to his scalp. And all of this was while Saul was inside the snowcat ferrying him to the final destination.

Station 42, The Station, his new station, was sat squat in the expanse of endless fields of ice. The vehicle that had brought Saul there was already beginning to have a building film of snow atop its roof, the weather having come out in full force to greet him. The passenger door had swung open, the motor’s hum becoming a stuttered groan against the wail of frozen wind. A sharp look from the driver told Saul it was time to hop off. The man had to move quickly, waddling through knee-deep snow and cussing with every step. By time he reached the compound, Saul was ready to tear the door off the hinges to get out the cold. He’s gotten this far and, as far as he saw it, the only thing that was gonna stop him was an avalanche dropping on his head.

“Come on, come on, come on-“

Patience was never one of his virtues, and he stamped his feet in an attempt to get some feeling back into the tips of his toes.

“-Fuck me.. let me in! It’s fuckin’ cold out here! I’m gettin’ frostbite!”

It must have only been thirty seconds; the outer door was a reinforced hunk of metal, after all. But at this temperature, thirty seconds felt more like thirty eternities. And when it did open, only halfway, the way in was blocked. The man stood in the entrance was dressed in layers of flannel, tired looking eyes boring into his. It looked like he was more interrupted by the intrusion than excited for more company. Good. Saul wasn’t a team player anyway.

“Are you the new lab-“

The man doesn’t get to finish his question; Saul splayed his hand out and stepped forward, letting the base of his palm collide with the mans sternum to make some space. Whether it’s out of disgust for being touched or actual force, the small window of space there was became Sauls - and he was slamming the door behind him as quickly as possible.

“Yeah, Yeah, I’m the new lab.”

He flashed a cocky grin that he didn’t expect to get a warm response from. The man wasn’t a security officer, so he wouldn’t be a problem. Just as his new lab partner for 150 days opened his mouth, Saul stole the space again.

“Now. Important things first. Where the fuck is the AC here?”

Step one is to act like you’re the top dog, because otherwise you never will be.

( @atwicksend )

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southmenarchitecturalblog · 7 months ago

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The Multi-Faceted Benefits Of Window Safety Films – Security, Safety, And Beyond

You may see nothing more than a plain glass pane separating your home from the outer world when you glance out of a window. However, what if I told you that this flimsy barrier might become a superhero that can promote safety, minimize injury risks, boost energy efficiency, and offer unmatched privacy? This is not a trick of the imagination, rather it is the power of window safety coatings. Let’s examine the amazing advantages of these cutting-edge films and discover how they may completely transform your living area.

Promoting safety

Consider a situation in which an intruder tries to enter your house. Their normal tactic is breaking windows, however when window safety films are installed, their schemes are foiled. These coatings make glass far more difficult to penetrate by holding it together even when it breaks. Because potential burglars frequently desire rapid and simple entry, this extra degree of security may discourage them. The multi-layered structure of window safety films gives them strength, which when hit, deflects and absorbs the force, lessening the chance of breakage. Because of this, it becomes an extremely strong barrier against forced entrance, giving you piece of mind that your house is more secured against break-ins.

Reducing the chance of injury

Mishaps occur. An unforeseen earthquake, a wayward baseball, or a sudden downpour may all convert your window into a serious threat. Conventional glass fractures into jagged, sharp fragments that can seriously hurt people. By keeping the glass fragments in place and lowering the possibility of injury, window safety films minimize this danger. This is a very important benefit for families, especially with kids. Children are inherently inquisitive and gregarious, and a broken window may rapidly transform a secure play environment into a dangerous one. You may provide a safer atmosphere for your loved ones by installing window safety films, which dramatically reduce the danger of harm even in the case of an accident.

Energy efficiency

Energy efficiency is more crucial than ever in the modern society. Reducing the amount of energy we use is a major issue because of rising energy costs and growing environmental consciousness. Because window safety films improve your windows’ thermal performance, they can be a big help with this project. These films help lower the amount of heat that enters your home during the summer and hence lessens the demand for air conditioning by reflecting a substantial amount of the sun’s heat. On the other hand, window safety films aid with heat retention throughout the winter, keeping your house warmer and lessening the load on your heating system. This dual purpose reduces energy costs and carbon emissions by maintaining a comfortable indoor temperature year-round.

Enhancing the level of privacy

In densely populated places where dwellings are closely distanced from one another, privacy is a valuable resource. While curtains and blinds are conventional solutions, they frequently deprive your living rooms of natural light, which makes them feel small and dark. Window safety films provide a sophisticated way to maintain privacy while yet enjoying the advantages of natural light. These films may be made to be tinted or reflective, blocking away the view from the outside, yet letting in plenty of natural light. This makes the internal space light and airy, allowing you to enjoy your solitude without feeling confined. Window safety films make sure that your private moments stay just that private, whether you’re lounging in your living room or working from home.

Aesthetic appeal and easy maintenance

In addition to providing security, safety, privacy, and energy efficiency, window safety films also improve aesthetics and are easier to maintain. These films, which come in an array of designs, hues, and textures, may enhance the aesthetics of your house and give your windows a refined appearance. Window films are available in a variety of styles to suit your preferences, whether they be sleek and modern or traditional and subtle. Furthermore, it’s easy to maintain window safety films. They just need to be cleaned by wiping them down with a soft cloth and a light detergent because they are strong and scratch-resistant. Instead of requiring frequent washings and gathering dust and allergens like curtains or blinds, window safety films offer a low-maintenance alternative that helps keep your home cleaner and healthier. Installing window films is thus a wise investment that benefits your home in many ways. These films provide a thorough resolution to a lot of everyday problems. You can improve the visual appeal and quality of your glass, as well as your lifestyle when you apply safety films to your windows. Savour the advantages of energy efficiency, the luxury of natural light-filled solitude, the comfort of a steady interior environment, and the peace of mind that comes with knowing your property is safe. Accept the many advantages of window safety films and see how this little yet effective addition may improve your home’s safety and comfort. Get the best window safety films in Bangalore at Southmen, the premier provider of high-quality window films for all kinds of residential, commercial, and automotive applications, delivering tailored solutions to suit your unique preferences and exceed your expectations.

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eclipsetint · 4 months ago

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Window Insulation Film: Enhancing Comfort and Energy Efficiency

Window insulation film is a versatile and cost-effective solution for homeowners and businesses looking to improve energy efficiency, reduce utility costs, and maintain a comfortable indoor environment. In regions with extreme weather fluctuations like Melbourne, where summers can be hot and winters cold, insulating windows is essential to ensure thermal comfort and reduce heating and cooling expenses. Window insulation film is an affordable alternative to double-glazed windows and offers many other benefits.

What is Window Insulation Film?

Window insulation film is a transparent or tinted layer of material applied to the interior or exterior surface of windows. These films are typically made from polyester or other durable, high-quality plastics that can block heat, reduce UV radiation, and improve thermal insulation. Some films are designed specifically to prevent heat loss during the winter, while others focus on blocking excessive sunlight and reducing heat gain in the summer.

Benefits of Window Insulation Film

1. Improved Energy Efficiency

One of the primary reasons to install window insulation film is its ability to improve energy efficiency. By reducing heat transfer through windows, insulation films help maintain a stable indoor temperature. During the colder months, these films reduce heat loss by preventing warm air from escaping through windows, keeping your home or office warmer without overworking the heating system. In the summer, they reflect sunlight and prevent excessive heat from entering, reducing the need for air conditioning.

This improved energy efficiency translates to lower utility bills and a reduced carbon footprint. By minimizing the use of heating and cooling systems, window insulation films contribute to energy conservation, making them an environmentally friendly option for any property.

2. Enhanced Comfort

Window insulation film helps create a more comfortable living or working environment by maintaining consistent indoor temperatures. Without the discomfort of drafts or hot spots near windows, occupants can enjoy a more pleasant atmosphere throughout the year. The films also reduce glare, which can be especially beneficial in rooms with large windows where direct sunlight makes it difficult to work, watch TV, or use electronic devices comfortably.

3. UV Protection

Excessive exposure to ultraviolet (UV) rays can cause furniture, carpets, and other interior items to fade and deteriorate over time. Window insulation films can block up to 99% of harmful UV rays, extending the life of your belongings and protecting them from sun damage. Additionally, by blocking UV rays, the films also help reduce the risk of skin damage from prolonged indoor sun exposure.

4. Cost-Effective Alternative to Window Replacement

Replacing old windows with energy-efficient models can be expensive, especially if your home or business has multiple large windows. Window insulation film provides an affordable alternative, offering many of the same benefits as new windows at a fraction of the cost. It’s a practical solution for property owners looking to upgrade their energy efficiency without investing in a complete window replacement.

5. Easy Installation and Maintenance

Window insulation film is relatively easy to install and can be applied by professionals or as a DIY project. The process involves cleaning the window surface, applying the film, and smoothing out any air bubbles. Once installed, the film requires minimal maintenance—occasional cleaning with non-abrasive products is usually sufficient to keep it in good condition.

Choosing the Right Window Insulation Film

There are various types of window insulation films available, each designed for specific needs. Some films focus on blocking heat and UV rays, while others are designed to prevent heat loss in cold climates. When choosing window insulation film, consider factors such as the climate in your area, the direction your windows face, and whether you prefer a clear or tinted film.

For homes and offices in warmer climates, films with a high solar heat gain coefficient (SHGC) are ideal for reflecting heat. In colder regions, films that minimize heat loss through low emissivity (low-E) technology are more effective.

Conclusion

Window insulation film is an excellent investment for those looking to enhance their property’s energy efficiency, improve comfort, and protect interiors from sun damage. It offers a cost-effective alternative to window replacement while delivering significant benefits, from reduced energy bills to increased UV protection. Whether you want to keep your home cooler in the summer or warmer in the winter, window insulation film provides a practical and affordable solution.

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owlbloop · 18 days ago

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My dream is to have a small house with a medium yard. I wanna fill it with beans, potatoes, peppers, tubers, peas, squash, melons, berries, ect cetra. I have a list of exactly the varieties I want, the layout, the window films, the composter.

And most importantly I want a teak or cedar outdoor cabinet to fill with produce, herbs, cook books, clothes, swaddling blankets, shampoo, sponges, detergent, anything and everything people might need with an enclosed box for scepific requests. Big take what you need, leave what you don't sign.

House chickens, thermal insulated curtains, a bisto in the yard to have tea with the neighbors. I wanna have monthly free tea parties with home baked bake goods, provide a place for teens to goof off(if i can lure them over I can add stuff), to provide kids all the books they can read, the idea just makes me so warm and happy to think about.

Wanna quit being alive? Sure, just remember you can't host tea parties, give your neighbors tomatoes, cuddle chickens if you do.

Be the cool neighbor. :D

It's gotta start somewhere folks.

It might not seem like much to you, but it really is. A couple bird feeders can sustain multiple families of birds, salvaged leaves can be full of luna moths babies, a couple meals in a time of need can stop growth stunting.

Being the good neighbor can literally save peoples lives, inspire entire hobbies, and honestly, a lot more importantly mundane reasons.

Be the reason someone can fix their fridge, discovers a favorite book, has something to look forward to, gets an A on their next text.

People are worth it.

No matter what the world looks like, you can create a better space

How to begin a sustainable way of life

This is a draft of something I've been writing for a couple months. It is mainly focused on the culture of the USA. Feel free to repost or otherwise share, with or without credit.

Do not tell people what to do—help them do it!

Give the gift of relief from being forced to engage in society’s unsustainable ways of life.

“People need to eat more plant-based foods.” ->Talk about your favorite recipes, give others recipes, cook for them, and grow vegetables and plants in your garden and give them away as gifts.

“People need to repair their clothes.” -> Offer to repair others’ clothes, and teach people how to repair their clothes.

“People need to buy less clothes.” -> Give them old clothes that you don’t want, help them repair their clothes

“People need to buy less plastic stuff.” -> Learn to make things that can serve the same purpose, such as baskets, and give them as gifts. Let people borrow things you own so they don’t have to buy their own.

“People need to stop using leafblowers and other gas-guzzling machinery.” -> Offer to rake the leaves. You can use them as compost in your own garden.

“People need to be more educated about nature.”-> Learn about nature yourself. Tell people about nature. Be open about your love of creatures such as snakes, spiders, and frogs. Do not show awareness that this could be strange. You are not obligated to quiet down your enthusiasm for creepy crawlies to demonstrate awareness that it is weird. Point out at every opportunity how these animals are beneficial.

“People need to use cars less.” -> Offer rides to others whenever you must go somewhere. Whenever you are about to go to the store, ask your neighbor or your friend who lives along the way, “Is there anything you need from the store?”

You cannot control others’ behaviors, but you can free them from being controlled.

If you think to yourself, “But this would be so difficult to do!” ask yourself WHY? Why does your society coerce you into less sustainable ways of living, forcing you to consume excessively? After thinking about this, consider that it is less simple and easy than you thought to make more sustainable choices, so why would you judge others for not doing it?

Do not act alone—act with others!

Environmentally friendly behaviors that can be done alone, without collaborating with or consulting another person, are the least powerful of all. Whenever an “environmentally friendly” behavior is suggested, figure out “How can I give this as a gift?” or “How can I make this possible on the level of a whole community?”

“Personal choices” do not work because every single person has to make them individually. If you are focused on making your own personal choice, you are not focused on others. If you are not focused on others, you are not helping them. If nobody is helping each other, most people won’t be able to make the “personal choice.”

You inherently share an ecosystem with your neighbors

Start with your neighbors, the people physically close to you. You live on the same patch of land, containing roots from the same plants and trees. You can speak to them face to face without traveling, which means you can easily bring them physical things without using resources to travel.

Always talk to your neighbors and be friendly with them. Offer them favors unprompted and tell them about how your garden is doing. Do not be afraid to be annoying—a slightly annoying neighbor who is helpful, kind, and can be relied upon for a variety of favors or in times of need is a necessary and inevitable part of a good community. If you make the effort to be present in somebody’s life, they will have to put up with you on some occasions, but that is just life. We cannot rely on each other if we do not put up with each other.

Simply spending time with someone influences them for good

Every hour you spend outside with your neighbor is an hour your neighbor doesn’t spend watching Fox News. Every hour you spend talking with someone and interacting with them in the real world, eating real food and enjoying your real surroundings, is an hour you don’t spend only hearing a curated picture of what reality is like from social media.

Isolation makes it easy for people to become indoctrinated into extremist beliefs. When someone spends more time alone, watching TV, Youtube, or scrolling social media, than they do with others, their concept of what other people are like and what the world is like comes more from social media than real life. TV and online media are meant to influence you in a specific way. Simply restricting the access these influences have to yourself and others is helpful.

A garden is the source of many gifts

If you grow a garden, you can give your neighbors and friends the gift of food, plants, and crafted objects. This is one of the foundational ways to form community. When you give food, you provide support to others. When you give plants, you are encouraging and teaching about gardening. It is even better when you give recipes cooked from things you grew, or items crafted from things you grew. You can also give the gift of knowledge of how to grow these plants, cook these recipes, or craft these objects.