#Zig Ortega

[lampyri]

there'll never be anyone like him again we just have to make peace with that. happy pride

[weetlebeetle]

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[cadybear420]

Choices Secret Pal December 2024, edits by me

Here's my creation for the Choices Secret Pal event by @choicesfandomappreciation!

For @choiceswithmika, I've made edits of your pairings at a winter ball, based on the details you gave me! Skylar x Dante (TDG), Skylar x Koda (TeFe), and of course Mikaylyn x Zig (TFS)! Of course a lot of the guidance was open-ended, so I had some fun experimenting with outfits I thought might suit them hehe. Did also try to have each couple have outfit match in one way or another

This was definitely fun to make and I loved learning about your MCs! Thank you so much for this opportunity <3 <3 <3

[the-unconquered-queen]

The Junior did Zig stans such a disservice by making us choose between the long hair OR the leather jacket. I feel sick just thinking about it.

[hotchocolatelovesyou]

God, I missed him.

(can we talk about how cute it is that he can feel MC looking at him?)

[storyofmychoices]

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[roseythorne]

zig ortega my beloved

[bladescourtesan]

girl yes you will

[shreyamistry]

"I fought so hard to get you and thank god I can finally rest." For Becca x MC

Pairing: Becca x MC

Prompt: “I fought so hard to get you and thank god I can finally rest.”

Word Count: 2400+

Summary: Becca and Jennifer throw a housewarming party in their new apartment, celebrating getting a new apartment and Becca’s five year anniversary of becoming a lawyer. The girls find themselves dancing, talking, and reminiscing on the good ol’ times.

A/N: Requests are open if you’re interested! Rules and Prompts here!

Thank you for reading! I hope you like it 🫶🏻🩷

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“Cheers!”

A group of young adults clink their glasses together, all of them sharing bright smiles before throwing back shots of tequila and whiskey, a few grimaces and a few excited whoops following the shots. All of the friends jittery with excitment, everyone being ecstatic to see one another after all this time separated from one another.

“I can’t believe Becca’s been officially licensed for five years.” Kaitlyn grins, her black hair in a signature braid as she wrangles it into her standard of perfection. She is adorned with a glittering green crop top and high waisted black jeans that look stunning on her.

Jennifer nods happily, “I’m so proud of her. She’s worked so hard, she truly deserves it.”

“Agreed,” Chris adds. He straightens the cuffs of his rolled up sleeves, the red button up making his eyes shimmer in the lowlights of Becca’s new penthouse that her and Jen shared. “This house warming party is amazing.”

“Actually, it's a lawyer housewarming party, don’t forget?” Zack teases, his signature yellow blazer dazzling in the lights that flash around them.

“Don’t start,” Abbie glares with a playful smile, “James how’s the New York Times best selling author AND Broadway’s Newest hit play writer doing?”

“Things are great,” He beams, “I’m grateful. Zig, how is the charity foundation you started?”

Zig grins, “Not to brag but we’re doing amazing. Thanks again for the donation, bro.” Zig smirks at Chris who shrugs nonchalantly, holding back a smile at the praise. If Jennifer didn’t know better, she’d say Chris was almost blushing and the look the two guys shared gave her pause to consider it. Noticing her gaze, Zig quickly looks away, almost looking like a deer caught in headlights. “It means a lot, man. Speaking of, where’s Tyler?”

Abbie shrugs, steering the conversation away from him - though the pair are doing well she hates being the topic of conversation with Tyler, she knows how annoying they were in college from time to time. The group talks for a while longer, everyone exchanging stories about their lives, smiles and congratulations on the steps to becoming their best possible lives this far down the line. Everything from their careers, new friends, dates they’ve been on, plans for the future, and the times they’ve visited each other and hijinks they got up to together. It reminds Jennifer perfectly of their college experiences.

Jennifer can’t help herself from beaming hearing how amazing all of her friends are doing and she’s so grateful for Becca for flying everyone to their brand new apartment to celebrate how far they’ve come as a couple, careerwise and personal. She hugs her arms to her chest feeling full and rejuvenated; lacking even an essence of a worry in the world.

Her fingers straighten out her dress, a plunging neckline with glittering shimmers of purple adorned all over the extravagant purple evening gown. She hopes Becca likes it, she bought it specifically to surprise her fiance and excite her. She feels on top of the world, a wonderful journalism career in which she couldn’t even name all the celebrities she met on one hand and a loving fiance who spent every high and every low with her over the years. She misses simpler times like college, watching The Crown and The Flame with Abbie and Kaitlyn, sneaking out with Becca at night, and hanging out with Chris and Zig enjoying each other’s company.

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Becca finds herself on the second floor of her marvel of an apartment, the place decorated artfully with money she’s earned. It brings her the most pride knowing she did all of this and achieved so much since losing her family fortune and starting her own career and financial plan devoid of her parents. Financial freedom is freeing for her and being able to help her friends when they need it and finding herself financially stable enough to take pro-bono cases to support women in need makes her burst with pride. She did this. With the help of her friends and her loving fiance.

She beams as she stands next to Madison the pair talking over glasses of wine. Crystal glasses with gold tips she got as a promotional gift from her law firm, finally excited to be able to use them for the first time. It’s a step up from being in the sorority house throwing back fruity drinks in red solo cups with frat boys trying entirely too hard to get their attention and make them swoon. Becca never felt interested, she’d rather be alone than deal with any more masculine energy than Chris.

It almost makes her laugh, thinking of being in college fighting with Jennifer over Chris only to find out the two wanted each other and not some stupid boy she was obsessed with being with for the sake of her public image. She wonders how much more fun college would’ve been if she met Jennifer sooner, stopped caring as harshly for her public image, or even gave her a chance sooner. She was grateful for the time she has with Jennifer and wouldn’t trade it for the world and she loves their little fairytale romance as is, but she does like to let her mind wander to what ifs and what could’ve been with one another sooner.

“Wordsworth Puppington isn’t taking to the move well,” Madison explains with a smile, “he’s confused. Not as confused as me. My boyfriend starts talking and all I hear is blah blah blah. Like sure I majored in volcanology but that doesn’t mean anything.”

Becca laughs sweetly, “I’m sure Wordsworth will adjust. It’s new. Mr Whiskers is having a hard time adjusting to moving here as well, they just need time.”

“Maybe,” She sighs, “I’m just so happy to see you.”

Madison throws herself around Becca, pulling her into the tightest hug Becca’s ever gotten, it knocks the breath out of her for a second. Becca sighs, despite herself she’s smiling and holding Madison tightly back. She shakes her head trying to hide the smile that refuses to part from her lips. This would be their fourth? Fifth? Maybe the sixth hug they’ve had since they found each other five mere minutes ago.

“Alright alright, you’re wrinkling my outfit.” Becca grins. “Madison I can’t tell you how much I love living in New York. This two floor penthouse is amazing and there’s so much room. Fit for a queen, such as myself.”

Madison laughs sweetly, “I’m happy for you, Becs.”

“I should go find my other half, talk later?” Becca smiles, taking Madison’s hand in her own with a comforting squeeze.

“Of course, maybe you can explain parking tickets to me when you get back?”

Becca sighs, shaking her head. “You worry me.”

She pulls away, giving a confused Madison a sweet smile before descending the staircase down to the main floor of their penthouse. Her hands glide along the smooth gold plated railing, bracing her every step with her high heels slowing her down only slightly. She could do heels in mud, rain, snow, and sleet but put a staircase and she’s nearly tripping down the steps. She shakes her head to herself glancing out at the party looking for the only person that matters to her.

She notices Kaitlyn first, as Kaitlyn is headbanging to her own song over the sound system. Leave it to the #1 best selling lesbian rocker to jam out to her own music in public, Becca thinks to herself with only a tinge of judgment. Mostly she was proud of Kaitlyn for finding her own place in the world and enjoying her life. Though, because Becca is a woman of tact and sophistication she would never give Kaitlyn the satisfaction of a compliment nor would Kaitlyn know that she listens to her CDs in her car.

As her feet find solid ground, her eyes follow Kaitlyn to Chris, Zig, James, Zack, Abbie, and Tyler, before finally settling on the only woman she wanted to see now and forever, Jennifer. Her heart races in her chest seeing the way the purple dress hugs her curves, the way her legs look so shiny in the nylons she wore and the golden heart necklace around her neck that she bought for her. She takes a moment to admire the way Jennifer looks, blushing to herself about ogling her fiance so publicly.

Becca bounds forward, her hand falling onto the small of Jennifer’s back with a devious smile tugging at her lips.

“Hey gorgeous,” She whispers sweetly.

Jennifer laughs sweetly, “You like?”

“Love.” Becca answers seduction on the tip of her tongue, “You are divine tonight. As you are every night, otherwise we wouldn’t be together of course.”

“Oh as if,” Jennifer giggles pushing on Becca’s arm, “You say I look gorgeous with my messy hair and the ugliest sleep pajamas from college that I refuse to throw out because Kait bought them for me.”

“Only because you’re perfect all the time.” Becca grins, “I’m a woman of class. And you’re a woman of my stature.”

“They were great pajamas and on sale.” Kaitlyn smiles at them.

Jennifer only laughs.

“Care for a dance, my queen?” Becca offers her free hand to Jennifer. Jennifer eagerally clasps her own hands around Becca’s grinning sweetly. Becca smiles at her friends with a quick greeting, before whisking Jennifer away to the dance floor. Friends from colleges, friends from work, and friends they’ve met during their journey dance and mingle with one another.

Becca twirls Jennifer around, eyeing the way Jennifer looks tonight, noting the way her dress twirls around with her. Jennifer can’t help the giggle that leaves her lips, letting herself be twirled and admired before being pulled back into her grasp. The few ballads Kaitlyn has released with her bands somehow magically begins to play as they continue to dance around.

Becca catches Kaitlyn’s glance who thumbs up at her, her eyes rolling with a smile despite herself she appreciates the gesture immensely. Her hands fall into place on Jennifer’s hips, Jennifer’s own wrapping around Becca’s neck holding her closer to herself. She breathes out a breath of relief, swaying slowly to the music as couples do the same around them.

“Tonight’s perfect Becca.” Jennifer hums, her breath warm against Becca’s skin. Goosebumps traverse up her arms at the feeling of warmth on her skin. She can’t help the way her body reacts to Jennifer’s touch. Her fiance’s touch was perfect and sweet. Even after all these years she doesn't think she could ever tire of being held or touched by her one true love. “It’s so nice seeing everyone together. Chris invited us to his pro game this weekend.”

“Sure, sure, sure.” Becca agrees mindlessly, her mind lost in Jennifer’s eyes.

“You’re not listening are you?” Jennifer laughs.

She nods her head no. “I’m distracted tonight.”

“In a good way?” Jennifer asks, her voice sweet with worry.

Becca smiles, “Yes. I love you so much, you know that right?”

“Of course I do.”

“And you love me, right?”

“With my heart and soul. What’s this about Becca?” Jennifer’s eyes wrinkle with worry, looking over Becca’s face. Becca only beams, no worry, no thoughts astray, she’s only happy and secure in this moment. She glances away to look at their friends drinking and talking. Tyler and Abbie on the dance floor around them and her heart surges in her chest.

“Do you ever think about us?” She inquired, “I do. Like our college shelves. I remember being so stuck up and condescending, well still am sometimes but not as much.” She laughs to herself. “I just think about how much it took for us to get together.”

“I wouldn’t change it for the world, you know?” Jennifer hums. “I love everything about us. I love our awkward first dates, the way we used to flirt and sound and look so stupid.”

Becca laughs, “I was never stupid, thank you very much.”

“Agree to disagree.”

“If being a lawyer taught me anything, that never works.” Becca grins, “I just - I don’t know Jen.” She glances around the party, the music a little too loud but the energy is high spirited and fun. “I fought so, so hard to get you and honestly just thank god I can finally rest. Everything is so easy, I don’t feel like I have to try so hard to impress you. I don’t have to have the ice queen exterior I was so eloquently anointed with back in the day.”

“You didn’t even have to fight that hard,” Jennifer grins, “I was putty the second you even gave me the time of day.”

“I’ve been thinking,” Becca smiles, “What if we eloped tomorrow?”

“What?” Jennifer asks, “You can’t be serious.”

“Dead.” Becca offers, “I’m tired of waiting. Everyone’s here, it’s been YEARS since I finally proposed to you. I want this so bad. I want to be your wife. I don’t want to be your fiance anymore, I just want you to be Jennifer Emily Davenport more than anything in the entire world.”

There’s a silence between them, both staring at each other.

“Yes.” Jennifer laughs, “Yes, yes, yes, yes-”

Becca cuts Jennifer off with a kiss, her hands firmly holding Jennifer close to her body. Jennifer tastes sweet as Becca delights in the flavor of raspberry on her mouth, savoring the taste, the sounds, and smell of Jen against her. She groans as Becca’s nips at her lower lip before soothing over the skin with her tongue.

Jennifer draws Becca even closer. Her head tilting as Becca’s fingers trail up her neck, forcing her head to side. Becca breaks the kiss reluctantly, letting herself kiss down to Jennifer’s jaw before letting herself delve lower onto Jen’s neck. Hands now brush hair away as she kisses against Jen’s neck eagerly. Jen groans, breathing heavily as Becca dominates her letting Becca have her way with her.

Becca pulls away with a grin, watching Jennifer pout with disappointment. Becca’s hands cup Jennifer’s cheeks looking deeply into her eyes. She leans in, letting her forehead bump against Jennifer's, the girls breathlessly grinning at one another. She sighs with delight as their noses brush together.

“Are you sure you want to elope?” Jennifer coos.

Becca grins, “Yes. We can get to the courthouse early and wear white. Have Madison sign as my witness, Kaitlyn as yours, and we can officially get married. Then all of us can come back here and celebrate. Or go to dinner. I do not care at all. I want to be your wife immediately. I don’t want to wait anymore, we can have a public party with your family and mine later.”

“Yes.” Jennifer smiles. “Becca and Jennifer Davenport.”

“Has a beautiful ring to it, huh?” Becca smiles, Jennifer nods against her. Lips capturing lips, kissing her again in excitement knowing the rest of their lives will be as glamorous and beautiful as right now.

[beccas-gf]

[peonyblossom]

my headcanons for The Freshman characters' minors

also gonna include their canon majors in case you haven't read The Freshman or don't remember them

Erica (my MC): English (Creative Writing) major, Linguistics minor

Kaitlyn: Music major, Women & Gender Studies minor

Zig: Mathematics major w/a teaching license, no minor

Tyler: Computer Science major, Film minor

Abbie: Art and Gender Studies double major, no minor

Chris: Political Science major, History minor

Becca: Economics major, Business and Criminology double minor

Zack: Architecture major, Interior Design minor

James: English major, Theatre minor

[gmsrrn98]

I was going through my drafts and found this list of fanfic ideas and titles that I know will most likely not see the world

(at least the titles and ideas will lol)

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Last update: 12/21/18.

Cupid's Queue (The Freshman LIs)

Hartfeld Valentines event Cupid (Twombly best fit?) hosts a matchmaking event LIs randomly paired. Speeddating kind of maybe? Chaos, surprise sparks, awkward Vasquez will probs love this

Burnt Skies (TFS James x MC)

MC and James argue over career vs love Fiery angsty break up Future AU? Emotional closure, angsty

The Witch's Game (TFS Becca x MC)

A halloween thing Becca dresses up as a witch? Maybe forced to dress up as a witch? Some halloween game thing Cute fluff

Maybe, Probably (TFS Becca x MC)

Enemies to lovers Becca realizing she's crushing on MC "Do I like her or do I hate her?" Unresolved tension, crushing, slow burn???

Ignorance and Aroma (TFS Zig x MC)

Around when Zig's first introduced, MC single Some spark between them Casual to meaningful, fluffy with tension

Coffee and Spice (TFS Zig x MC)

Coffee date? But zig works at a coffee shop so???? Coffee making competition? Winter vibes

Night of the Knight (TFS Chris x MC)

Post game celebration turns into confession? Sports, love under football field? Stadium? Lights Idk anything about football lol Lighthearted, cutesy

Falling, Fallen (TFS Kaitlyn x MC)

Kaitlyn falling for MC Kaitlyn struggles with her feelings Emotional, vulnerable confessions Angst, passion, emotional intimacy

Our Hill of Stars (TFS Kaitlyn x MC)

A camping trip leads to stargazing and deep talks. MC and Kaitlyn confess under the vast sky. Romantic, reflective, nature-inspired.

Made in Texas (Kaitlyn x MC)

Kaitlyn takes MC home to meet her family. Southern charm, BBQs, etc Warm, personal, heartfelt.

One Kiss Less (TFS Kaitlyn x MC)

MC and Kaitlyn navigate a breakup but can’t let go. Each “goodbye” kiss feels like one step closer to forever. Bittersweet, emotional, longing.

It's Not All Roses (TFS Kaitlyn x MC)

Kaitlyn’s music career strains her relationship with MC. Balancing love, ambition, and personal growth. Raw, realistic, emotional.

Love, Eternal (TFS Kaitlyn x MC)

Reincarnation AU? SERIES????? A timeless love story through reincarnation. MC and Kaitlyn always find each other, no matter the era. Romantic, ethereal, destined. This feels like ES but not lol

A Heart Full of Stars (TFS Kaitlyn x MC)

Kaitlyn dedicates a song to MC during a concert. A love story told through music and memories. Poetic, emotional, heartwarming.

2105: Rebirth (Hayden x MC)

Post-apocalyptic world AU Survival, rebirth, and love amidst chaos. Action-packed, emotional, futuristic.

Before Us (Hayden x MC)

What was MC's life before they became “perfect matches”? Navigating their life before fate intervened Reflective, prequel vibes, emotional buildup

Extreme Makeover (Sloane x MC)

Sloane gets a confidence boost with MC’s help. Blossoming romance during self-discovery. Sweet, empowering, lighthearted.

What Happened in Vegas (Liam x MC, Drake x MC)

A wild Vegas trip leads to unexpected love triangles. Secrets, fun, and drama unravel in Sin City. Chaotic, funny, spicy.

His Majesty, My King (Liam x MC)

MC adjusts to life as Liam’s queen. Navigating royal duties and a deepening love. Regal, romantic, heartfelt.

The Grinch Who Stole Valentine's (Drake x MC)

Drake despises Valentine’s Day, but MC changes his mind. Grumpy x sunshine trope with lots of banter. Sweet, funny, romantic.

Lace Dreams (Hana x MC)

Hana surprises MC with a romantic evening. Soft, dreamy, full of love and intimacy. Tender, sensual, heartfelt.

How to Steal a Heart (Hana x MC)

Hana’s first breakout room adventure with MC. Puzzles and clues turn into sparks of romance. Fun, lighthearted, romantic discovery.

Sealed With a Kiss (Hana x MC)

A long-distance love story told through letters. MC and Hana reunite with a breathtaking kiss. Romantic, longing, satisfying.

Darling Dearest (Maxwell x MC)

Maxwell plans a surprise date for MC. Charming, funny, and full of heartfelt moments. Wholesome, delightful, joyful.

Flames and Roses (Kenna x Dom)

Kenna and Dom’s love ignites amidst war and rebellion. Fierce loyalty, passion, and love in a time of turmoil. Epic, dramatic, powerful.

The Wall and the Flower (Dom x Rose)

Idk yet. I just really like this title lol

Night Full of Stars (AME Mackenzie x MC)

A quiet night off from the competition. Stargazing and soul-searching between Mackenzie and MC. Gentle, romantic, heartfelt.

The Girl in the Dusk (AME Jen x MC)

Jen navigates forbidden attraction to MC being a producer and stuff Secret meetings under the cover of dusk. Professional boundaries blur as feelings intensify. Tension between career ambitions and personal desires.

The Wintry Diary (HotBM Eleanor x MC)

WE NEED MORE HAUNTING OF THE BRAIDWOOD MANOR FICS!!! MC discovers Eleanor’s hidden diary during a storm. Tragic love stories and untold truths come to light. Haunting, tender, bittersweet.

The Last Marigold (Eleanor x MC)

Love and loss during Eleanor’s final days. The lingering beauty of love that transcends time. Poetic, heart-wrenching, ghostly.

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Zig x MC

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[i-looove-dillydallying]

Don’t mind me I’m just patiently waiting for Zig Ortega to materialise in front of me

[nacl2queen]

Zig Ortega by me

I wanted Zig with longer hair so I did it. 🩷🩶