#This scene is living rent-free in my mind

[lucanis-little-crow]

[evesfallen]

not like i can.

pairing: wow platinum x reader

word count: 1211

summary: when julia stood you up, your ex lover decided to show up in her place.

notes: wow saying “listen bitch” in the elevator scene lives rent free in my mind so this was inspired by it LMAO.

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It wasn’t like Julia to be late.

You knew that better than anyone. She had always presented herself as a punctual woman, whether it be on purposeful trips or for nights like these. Even if she were late, she’d surely call to let someone know ahead of time. That’s just the type of woman she was.

At least, that’s what you had thought.

Collapsing against your satin sheets, a soft sigh escaped your lips as your fingers traced over the bed. Occasionally mirroring the ticking from the clock, your fingers tapped alongside it, every tap reminding you of your lover’s absence. Perhaps it was foolish to have expected much from her, after all, you two had only just recently started seeing one another. Yet still, the reminder didn’t soothe the aching within your chest, hidden behind layers of skin. Rolling onto your side, your hair fell in loose ringlets against your pillow. It was getting late now, the night skyline visible from your balcony. Typically you didn’t mind the breeze coming from the windows, however tonight it just felt a little more cold than usual.

Reaching for a golden fleece blanket, you wrapped it around your body, like a lamb desperate for an ounce of warmth.

Like a lamb who didn’t know a wolf awaited in the elevator below.

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You hadn’t remembered falling asleep.

Arms laced themselves around your waist, pulling you in as your eyes threatened to open, consciousness seeping back into your mind. Soft kisses littered your neck, causing you to melt against the warm body behind you.

“You’re late.” you pouted, shivering from the soft lips against your skin.

Despite the sadness in your tone, you couldn’t help but feel your stomach flutter. She hadn’t abandoned you. Julia was right there beside you.

“Am I?”

You froze.

That wasn’t Julia’s voice.

Sensing your realization, the voice chuckled softly against your shoulder. It didn’t take long for a hand to follow, forcing your chin to face the unwanted visitor.

To face Wow Platinum.

“What’re you doing here?” you asked, your gaze narrowing as you spoke.

The corners of Wow’s lip curved into a knowing grin as her finger trailed down your jaw. Her eyes searched your expression for a moment, almost as if she were looking for something that gave away your thoughts.

“Can’t a girl just want to see her love? Must I need a reason?”

You push her hand away before attempting to sit up.

“Yes, you do. Especially since you’re not my lover.”

Wow mirrored your movements, like a feline stalking its prey. Her fingers grazed over your own, a diligent choice on her behalf. Frustration flooded through your body as you quickly yanked your hand away.

“But I was your lover.”

“Not anymore.”

The words came out more sharply than you had expected, noticing the bitter taste it left in your mouth after you said it. Wow subtlety flinched, the once smug grin now fading into something darker. Instinctively you hesitated, almost debating on apologizing. Groaning softly, you bring your knees up to your chest before allowing your elbows to rest upon them.

“Sorry I just,” you began, running a hand through your hair. You didn’t need to look over at Wow to feel her gaze harshly boring into you. “I was expecting someone else. A girl that I’m-”

“-dating?” Wow finished, causing your eyes to widen.

Turning your head towards her, you noticed the hint of amusement behind her eyes. There was something else too, hidden beneath her chocolate colored eyes. It was almost as if she was beckoning you to agree, to give her reason to strike.

“What? No, Julia and I aren’t at that stage yet. We’re just… seeing each other.” you explained.

Wow remained silent for a moment, her mind calculating. Slowly, she began to move from her spot on the bed, crawling towards your legs. Trailing her fingers up your calf, she rested her arms upon your knees, while her head laid neatly upon them. Your breath hitched for a moment, the sight a little too familiar for your liking.

“And yet, here you are… being stood up.” Wow commented, her fingers tracing idle circles upon your knees.

“She’s just running late.” you insisted quietly, earning laughter from the blonde in front of you.

Your cheeks burned a dark shade of red in embarrassment as Wow smirked up at you, knowing the words stung. Seemed almost like karma had spun its way back to you, given the words you had spoken to her earlier. Humming quietly, Wow gently pushed your knees apart before leaning closer. You swallowed harshly at the sight.

“Tell me darling,” she began, her movements slow and precise as she placed her hands on either side of your torso. “Does she make your heart race the same way I do?”

“Wow…” you protested weakly, earning a small shush.

Instantly you fell silent. Seeming pleased, Wow grinned before climbing onto your lap. Your hands carefully went to her waist, making sure she didn’t fall. Leaning forward, her blonde hair gently fell around you, like golden rays of the sun. Yet you were merely the moon, something meant to be in her orbit, and hers alone. Her gaze flickered from your eyes to your lips for a moment, her breath hot against your skin.

“She can’t, can she? She can’t love you. At least not like I can.”

Anxiously you swallowed as you struggled to look up at your ex-lover.

“Wow…”

Suddenly Wow sat up, her posture like an egyptian cat as her hand trailed up your chest towards your neck. The look in her eyes grew possessive, as if she were toying with her prize.

“Say it.” she commanded, causing a small wide eyed expression from you.

“What?”

“Tell me that she doesn’t love you like I do.”

You hesitated for a moment, not wanting to let go of your pride. It was always the same game with Wow. You had seen her play it plenty of times, during galas or even on the air. She was a master at her craft; manipulation, control. The cards were hand picked by her, the moment she stepped into the room.

And she knew exactly how to play them.

“Come on baby,” Wow whispered, her hand slowly grasping your throat.

The touch was a gentle, but subtle reminder that she could apply pressure at any moment. Beneath the intense stare Wow held, you could almost make out a hint of vulnerability. It was as if Wow wanted to hear that she was better than Julia. Like she needed it.

Taking a deep breath, you swallowed down your pride.

“She can’t love me like you can.”

A grin clung to Wow’s expression as her eyes gleamed. She had won, and you both knew it. Keeping her hold of your neck, you yanked you upward. The suddenness caught you off guard, leaving you breathless as Wow crashed her lips onto yours. Groaning softly, you melted against her once more, just as you had done in years prior.

You might’ve slipped from her grasp once before, but she was determined to not make that mistake again.

After all, no one could love you like she could. It’s why she had threatened Julia in the elevator after all.

[melikes-reads]

You know I would go to the ends of the earth with you, I said.

You tenderly take my head in your hands and whisper words of comfort.

We need you here, you say.

I need you here, is all I hear.

[laptopcius]

I'm glad I played Kali after HS2, because this scene gave me much needed seretonin boost 💙

Yeah, romantic rainy scenes are cliché, but I don't care. It gave me so much warmth and it made me want to be in love myself 🥺

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[nessa007]

EXACTLY!!! this is actually lamorne morris’ long overdue emmy win for playing winnie the bish on new girl 👏👏👏👏

[tylerjaaay]

Gwen! Love her so so much 💞

[luthqrs]

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[starcrashedsatellite]

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[kinardeverafter]

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[staticwaffles]

That elevator scene from Rogue One with the brightness cranked up just because.

[puddii-ng]

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[juckalope]

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[leafsfromthevine]

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