#and MC traveler is like 'wow i miss my twin'

[incensuous]

get in the car new genshin siblings just dropped

[is-nini]

Genshin impact x reader

Episode: 3

Title: really innocent??

A/n: SORRY THIS TOOK A LONG TIME- I'm sorry for any mistake and also, please enjoy! possible love interest for now will be : Diluc, Kaeya, Albedo, Zhongli, Childe, Xiao, Beidou, Ningguang.

Jean and the purple dressed girl looks at each other it's as if they're talking about something but with no words being spoken.

"ah yes.. uhm- you will meet a certain knight.. please wait for a while".

the acting grand master that you now know names Jean is opening the door to the outside office alongside the purple dressed woman. 

once Jean and Lisa was outside, they took a glance at you, making sure you didn't follow or eavesdrop on them.

“she.. passed our test..? is it enough to prove her innocence?”

Lisa shakes her head and goes into a thinking position. you did pass the test.. you genuinely doesn't seem to know this place even if you did.. damn you make a good actress.

“no.. we still need more proof-”

Lisa stopped midway her words when suddenly Aether comes in along side paimon.

“hello, cutie”.

Lisa suddenly change the subject and greets Aether, and starts discussing about the new.. unknown girl from nowhere. Aether crunch his eyebrow, another traveler? is she perhaps like.. me? Aether is exited to see you. you're from nowhere you have a possibility to know his twin sisters information.

you waited for about 2 or 3 minutes who knows, being left alone in the room is not really fun. your ears perked up when you heard a footsteps coming from outside. the door opened and it reveals a man with a flying thingy.. the mc and the companion. paimon.

“this is the hononary knight that we wanted you to meet”

The mc, that you know the name "Aether" is Infront of you, his eyes is glimmering with slight hope. A hope that you might know his sister..

Well you don't.

Not really, you haven't gone THAT far, all you've been doing is just leveling up and be stronger. Oh well. You silently said in your head. What can you do? You being here already ruin the whole story. You smile at the boy and wave your arm a little bit.

"Hello, nice to meet you".

Aether greets you and you greets him back with a wave and a 'hello'. Jean smile softly but worriedly at Aether.

"uhm.. Aether can you bring y/n around Mondstat? She.. is new here".

Jean has calculated everything, Lisa has cast a couple of spell to check you, Kaeya has met you and he doesn't seem to hate you or find anything suspicious from you. And with that in mind, jean no longer hesitate. She is sure that even if you did something weird as long as it's not threatening you'll be fine.

And so!!! Your adventure with Aether and paimon starts from today.

Stepping outside of the room is a huge relief- well not really, some of the guards are stating at you. You maybe new but you're not blind.. you can see or rather feel their eyes on you.

"so.. y/n right? Paimon was wondering.. how did you get here?".

Ah yes there you go the question that even you don't know.

"uhm.. honestly i Don't remember.. i told you that when i woke up i am in the hospital room with barbara.. and the rest is history. I also don't know how or why i am wearing the Mondstat dress".

Paimon looks at you weirdly and Aether is just staring at you, it seems like he wanna ask something so you flash a smile at him, reassuring him that it's okay to ask questions.

" are you a traveler like me?"

You of course, shake your head. Aether and you are different, he travels by his will and you travel not by your will.

"I'm not a traveler, i didn't go from one word to another.. but thankyou for asking".

Aether's eyes widen for a little. Maybe you're not as clueless ass you seem. Just by answering his question you already give away little bits of your secret. Aether is SURE you're hiding something.. what he's not sure about is are you a friend or a enemy. Aether took a glance at paimon, of course she just nods her head and went to talk random stuff to you.

Aether never mentioned about traveling one world to another.. yet you seems to know about that without him needing to explain.

Without realizing Aether stopped and thing, spacing out, causing you and paimon to look at him worriedly.

"are you okay?"

You asked the boy, he quickly looks at you and nods his head yes. You shrugs your shoulder thinking that maybe it's just hot and he wanted to rest.

Aether show's you around Mondstat. You meet alot of great and nice people like Glory and Ellin even Hertha. But one person catches your eye.

"so y/n this is Katheryne. Katheryne, this is y/n".

Your eyes widen. What is she doing here?! She's the one who gave you that disc that started all this- not that you're complaining but this is against your will-.

"uhm... Y/n?".

Paimon called your name. You snapped out of your imagination and looked at the worried Paimon, Aether and Katheryne.

"u-uhm... What did i miss.. hehe?"

You asked them. Aether pats your back and you sweatdrop, whoops.. luckily you don't think out loud... That would be.. ahem.. awkward.

"katheryne says hello to you".

Katheryne giggle and wave at you, you laugh awkwardly and greets her back.

"h-hi..."

Katheryne nods and proceed to talk with Aether and Paimon about the new quest that they're getting.

"are you perhaps going to show y/n around Mondstat?".

Aether nod and Paimon say yes, you are just going with the flow, nodding your head when you can so that they'll know, you're still paying attention.

"great! Some one from Liyue has a wine request for master Diluc. They said that it would be great if you can send their request in person to master Diluc".

Send their request in person??? Why would they need Aether to send their request in person..? That's interesting. Aether accept the quest anyway, it's not that big of a problem. Aether turns to look at you.

"well we are going to the bar next.. and maybe if you're lucky you can meet master Diluc on your first day here".

Lucky? Why would you be lucky, you follow them anyway to meet this master Diluc.

"hah.... Diluc~".

Wait- what who said- you look around and saw a girl with short hair thats bunch up into a low ponytail. The girl seems to notice you staring at her, she seems surprised and quickly covers her face.

"that is Donna. She knows alot about romance".

Paimon went beside you and whisper.

"she also has a crush on master Diluc".

That clicked and you goes 'O' you nod your head at Paimon, Aether looks at Paimon and face palm, which makes you giggle.

"ah! Hello mr Aether! Ouuuuu??? Hello miss pretty".

A little girl behind a row of flower greets Aether and you. Wait did she just call me pretty? Ah .. you don't wanna be too confident so you greets her to she what she say.

"hello there! my name is y/n, what’s yours?”

the girl smile sweetly at you as she started to introduce herself.

“my name is flora! nice to meet you miss pretty!”.

w-what miss pretty? your face turns into a shade of red, Paimon tease you about you being miss pretty, Aether’s face went a little red but he quickly just laughs and smile softly at the both of your antics.

“okay okay, it’s time to move on guys. let’s go to the bar”.

Aether pull you and Paimon away from each other, you guys said your goodbye to flora as you both part way. you're kind of exited to meet this Diluc guy.. what will he look like? is he nice? is he powerful? without you realizing it, you're finally in front of the bar. you opened the door and take a peak inside, while Aether just walks in.

“hello master Diluc, were so lucky meeting you here right now!”.

a handsome man with red hair and a very dark like clothes looks up at Paimon and Aether, sensing a new face he turn his gaze to you. 

“and... i assume you're showing this lady around?”

wow... calling you lady... fancy. he also looks.. hot.. and fancy wait- come on y/n! stop going out of the main topic!

“whoa! how does master Diluc know that were showing y/n around?”.

Paimon asked, master Diluc fixes his gloves and looks at Paimon with little to no interest.

“words travels quickly, especially if its about a girl out of nowhere that so happen uses the Mondstat dress”

he now turn his gaze on you. you're not even surprised if he is suspicious by you, people are giving you a suspicious glances except for that nice flora girl. you stare at him back and sigh, you cant really complain can you? its not their fault anyway

“Right.. nice to meet you master Diluc”.

you bow your head a little at him. he nods back and turn his attention else where, seemingly uninterested. Diluc makes a conversation with Aether about something, Aether and Paimon seems.. a little hesitant, you keep looking around the bar anyway, youre not incluedid in the conversation then you should not intervine. Paimon and Aether goes towards you.

“so...uhm.. y/n.. we will be going first”

Paimon said, kind of awkwardly, you look at them, confused, why are they leaving you now? you thought that they're gonna show you around? what happen to that? A hand suddenly reach out to your shoulder, making you freeze up.

"I'll take care of you from now on"

And with that your fate has been decided, you'll be with Master Diluc for the rest of the day... Until who knows when.

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[thequeenb]

Enemies With Benefits

Poppy x MC

This fic is inspired by @nerdy-twin post.

Warning: Smut

My, my did i heard right? My sources have been telling me all day about the hilarious fights between Queen Bee and our new starlet

Newbee proved to us since day one that she isn't one to be messed with but don't let her charms blind you. Yesterday Chlo-- i mean Poppy's dog got humiliated Infront of our eyes loves so grab your snacks because this is going to be a long semester isn't that right Bea?

Kisses, The T

Oh that's great. Another post from The T and everyone is looking at me again. Why do people care about this stupid blog anyways? Its so irrelevant and so--

"Oh my god Bea!!" Zoe runs up to me basically jumping from excitement

"Wow slow down what happened?" Seriously she can't even catch her breath

"Girl you are top 15 material now!!" she shoves her phone on my face and i gasp. Alright now i love this blog. Everyone around me whisper and after a moment i can hear cheers from every direction of the pathway

"Woooo B-E-A, B-E-A" they all chant my name and i bow laughing at my sweet victory, i cant wait to wipe Poppy's smirk off her face

Everything stops as i hear clapping behind my back, Aaaaand there she is. "Congratulations you managed to get pass the emo wannabes and the bimbos"

"Big words coming from a bitch like you" it feels like i am in a movie because everyone gasps not knowing how to react to that. Poppy stare at me long enough to kind of worry

"Listen here you ugly pathetic idiot--"

"That's not what you told me last night" i say kinda proud of myself and that's when basically everyone looks shocked. Zoe covers her giggles because she knows alllll about it and Miss Regina George over here have gone completely pink

"I would never not even in a million years touch someone as cheap as you, Chloe go fetch me a latte, ta ta garbage" and she walks away just like that

"Wow you really have an effect on her" Zoe comes behind me laughing and i roll my eyes brushing off another stupid fight

"Do you want to watch a movie and eat our feelings?"

"Girl you know me so well"

___

"Okay but do you want to watch Mean Girls, or the finale of Gossip girl?" I ask shuffling through Netflix

"Bea this school is the definition of Gossip girl and dont get me started on Mean girls, Poppy is--" And that's when we hear a knock on the door

"It must be Penelope i invited her" Zoe yells from the kitchen pouring us both a glass of wine

I walk to the door opening it wide and thats when i see my dear enemy

"What can i do for you?" I say smirking

"For starters buy better clothes, this shirt is hideous" she gestures at my Deadpool shirt, excuse me? How dare she?

"If i wanted to deal with your attitude i would have..oh wait yes you stalk me so you are always on my way"

"Agh can you just stop talking"

I roll my eyes so hard my brain hurts. What the school doesn't know is that we have our secret fights in the bedroom. Of course i was shocked as well but here i am kinda liking Poppy, gosh i probably hit rock bottom

"Goodnight boo" i smile slamming the door shut continuing my night drinking wine and gossiping with Zoe.

___

"I will see you after class, those new burritos are to die for" Zoe says as she kisses my cheek goodbye, i love this woman

I walk freely around the empty campus. One thing that i love about Mondays is that on third period i can just have five minutes to myself and collect my thoughts, that until i find my self pinned against a wall

"Never do that again" Poppy says pointing her finger to my chest

I gasp at the surprise and she looks amused, her and her little games "Do what exactly? Exist?"

She rolls her eyes but i can see how hard she is trying to hide her smile "No one slams the door at me Newbee" and she poke her finger once

"Oh please you are always being an asshole"

"Listen here, just because i let you kiss me once doesn't mean anything, you are still garbage to me and you will always be" and another poke

She tries to do it again but i grab her finger looking at her deep into her eyes

"No you listen Poppy, i am tired of your manipulative games, you are the most awful person i have ever met!" I am glad the campus is empty, if people were here they would probably record or take pictures for The T

"Oh please Hughes you play tough but you really aren't, maybe you were important back in pig town, but here? You are just another pawn" her glare is dangerous, her eyes on fire, our tension so thick you can feel it through your bones

So i did what every logical person would do, i lean in and i capture her lips before she can say anything else that will ruin the mood. At first she tries to deny and make a surprised sound but soon her tongue is dancing against mine.

I pin her against the wall taking a quick glance around to make sure we are alone. I should be in Miss Kingsley class right now but oh god am i distracted

She places her hands around my neck pulling me closer to her, didn't i tell you? She really likes me deep inside this cold heart of hers

"Am i tough now?" i ask, our lips so close, our breaths ghosting on eachother's faces. She swallows hard "Not enough"

And as these words escape her mouth i pin her hands above her head with my one hand effortlessly as my other travel from her waist down her thighs. Poppy always wears a mini skirt enough to ignite my fire

I dig my nails slightly into her flesh and ask once again "I said, am i tough now?"

Poppy moans against my mouth and i start kissing her neck, something that drives her crazy. She wont admit it, she never does but she knows well how much i turn her on and it annoys her

"Let me hear it" i say sucking at the sensitive spot underneath her ear

"Yes you are!" she says holding onto me tight like her life depends on it

My hand now goes beneath her skirt and my oh my do i make her excited. My fingers brush slightly against her underwear and thats when the bell rings, ugh cockblocker

We both immediately separate adjusting our clothes watching the campus slowly getting crowded. Poppy's cheeks are red and i can already imagine what she is thinking of. I smile to myself watching her walk away

And that's when my phone buzz, of course a notification from The T

Hello loves,

Another day another drama. My rising star is now top 10 material, i am proud of you girl but i wouldn't count on it because we all know Miss perfect always gets what she wants. I love drama and Hughes is providing me with the best one yet. Good luck, you will need it

Kisses, The T

I still cant believe what i am reading. Top 10?!! I am here almost two months and i have outsmarted most of Poppy's moves. I smile as Zoe approach me screaming

"I knew you had it in you!!" she hugs me tight spinning me around

"Suck it Poppy" i yell as students around us are cheering. It feels good knowing that people are on my side finally seeing who they are bowing to years now

Someone tugs my hand and as i turn around i see Chloe crossing her arms

"So you managed to reach top 10 i see"

"Oh do you want an autograph? Thats so sweet" i say smirking

"Poppy is waiting for you behind the field"

"And who says that i am going?" I practically laugh but her face remains the same

"Listen i dont have all day Channel is having--"

"Alright dog, good girl! You earned a treat" and like that i give her head a pat walking towards hell basically.

I am sure Pops is mad at me, maybe she likes me but she is serious when it comes to her reputation. I approach her enjoying how nervous she looks

"If you wanted a date we could have arranged it" i say sitting next to her

Her expression is cold and distant and i sigh defeated "okay what is it? Is it the fact that i am top-"

"That list isn't that important Hughes, i can drag you down to the bottom within seconds" Wow okay i get it thats not the reason you are grumpy

"Why did you asked your dog to fetch me?"

Poppy rolls her eyes clearly annoyed by every word i say. Again i sigh not knowing what to do exactly. Sometimes i like to take her in. The way her foot is jiggling, the way she flips her hair when she is awkward. Everything about her is so perfect when all the eyes are laid on her but when we are alone i see another version of her

"I hate how entitled you feel" she finally says standing up "since you got here the only thing that you want is to ruin me!"

I feel my blood boiling as i stand up to get on her level "Excuse me? You attacked me the first moment i laid my foot in here!"

"That's because you love to shove your nose where it doesn't belong!" she now takes a step closer, anger written all over her features

"Oh give me a break, you were always cruel, people just now start to realise it" i take a step closer as well trying to intimidate her

"I run this school Newbee, you like it or not so go back to your little town where you were important because here? You are nothing" she spats out coldly and all i can do is stare at her. Her mask now falls completely

I can see the worry in her eyes,regret. Her posture isn't radiating power, instead i can see how uncomfortable she is. Aw are emotions a new thing for her? How charming.

Without missing a beat i kiss her letting all this anger turn into passion. "I hate you" i say kissing her neck desperately trying to find an inch of bare skin to touch

"I hate you more" she tries to say but her voice trails off when my hand goes underneath her skirt. I smile between our kiss when i feel how wet she is

"Did our fight made you excited?" I ask teasingly

"More kissing less talking" she says capturing my lips into a passionate kiss. I push her against a wall as my hand connects with her center

"Oh Bea.." she whispers against my lips and thats when i increase the pace just to hear her moan. Only i can watch her like this, so vulnerable so real

With each stroke i can hear her shouting my name digging her nails onto my back. Finally her body shakes as she has a violent release and i hold her tight against me

I bring my fingers to my lips and i lick them clean locking eyes with her. For a moment all we can do is stare at eachother and i think we are both questioning what did we just do? I smile trying to reach for her hand but she pulls away

Great she turned on her bitchy mode. "I will see you tomorrow?"

"I will ruin your entire life Hughes!!" She yells while walking away. Well that wasn't what she was saying seconds ago, oh wait yes she was busy screaming my name

"And yes you will, now go fuck yourself!" She yells again and i flip her off smiling

Thats how the rest of the semester went down. Infront of the eyes of the school we hated eachother's guts but behind closed doors we did the craziest things in the bedroom. Overall i do hate Poppy Min-Sinclair but i have to admit, this woman knows her stuff, enough to wonder how many layers does she really has?

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[sceptilemasterr]

Defenders of the Flame (TE Rewrite) Act 1, Scene 6 - Zephyr Hernandez and the Avalanche of Pants

Title: Defenders of the Flame (A CIU Screenplay)

Main Pairings: Shreya x F!MC, Beckett x F!Atlas

Other Pairings: N/A

Genre: Full Rewrite (The Elementalists, Book 1)

Rating: PG-13 for violence, blood, swearing, alcohol, and sexuality

Summary: While shopping in Penn Square, Shreya and Fiora meet a new friend.

Previous Scene: Answers and Questions

Masterlist: Link

EXT. PENN SQUARE - DAY

A beautiful open-air marketplace glows under the afternoon sun. A crowd of Attuned, along with a few nymphs and satyrs, stroll along the paths. Most of the surrounding buildings look fairly normal with a few unusual embellishments or energy streams flowing along their sides, though interspersed among these buildings are a few huge, hollowed-out trees and giant mushroom-like structures. A giant floating clock face hovers above it all, below which flows a sparkling fountain tracing impossible shapes with its water. A free-standing door is located at one end of the square, and a pair of familiar voices can be heard coming from somewhere “within” the door.

SHREYA (O.S.): This should be the one... ah! Got it!

FIORA (O.S.): If this one’s the bathroom again, Shreya...

SHREYA (O.S.): Rest assured, this time I’m--

The door swings open, and a startled Fiora falls through it, followed a moment later by Shreya stepping calmly into the square. Before she closes the door, a glimpse of the Room 108 common area can be seen: this is (one of) the other ends of the door with the many handles. Fiora stands up, gazing around her with awe.

FIORA: Wow, I can’t believe this! What is this place?

SHREYA: Penn Square. It’s the main shopping district of Pennelia. That’s the city around Penderghast.

FIORA: Just like Northbridge is to Hartfeld, I guess.

SHREYA: Uh, what?

FIORA: It’s not important. Let’s go shopping!

SHREYA: Right this way! Follow me!

Shreya leads Fiora through the maze of stalls until they approach one staffed by a man with a towering, spiked hairdo twice the height of his head. He peers down at both of them before clapping his hands together excitedly.

MISTRY EMPLOYEE: Ah, well, if it isn’t the wayward daughter herself! Miss Shreya, so good to see you here! I do hope you are enjoying your time at Penderghast, but if you--

SHREYA: No, I still don’t want to return to the company.

The employee’s face falls momentarily, but his smile quickly returns.

MISTRY EMPLOYEE: Well, that’s quite all right. Regardless of all that, you are still a Mistry. How can I help you?

FIORA: Wait, Shreya... your family owns this store?

MISTRY EMPLOYEE: Not just the store, silly girl! The entire Mistry empire! We have branches in every major Stoicheal Realm bubble and--

SHREYA: It’s alright. Please. She’s our loyal customer here today!

The employee’s expression immediately shifts to one of apologetic excitement as he addresses Fiora.

MISTRY EMPLOYEE: Ah! Well, why didn’t you say so before? Step right up, we have here the finest fashions and clothing this side of the Between! Though, seeing who your companion is, you probably already know--

Fiora looks around the nearly-empty stall with curiosity.

FIORA: Are they invisible?

MISTRY EMPLOYEE: ...What?

FIORA: The clothes. I don’t see much, are they invisible?

Shreya bursts out laughing.

SHREYA: No, of course not! These are just samples. Just say what you’re looking for, and he’ll bring them to you!

FIORA: Hmm, okay... uh, pants?

There is an awkward silence as the employee stares at her, confused.

FIORA: Pants? Please?

The employee raises an eyebrow, shrugs, then makes a few motions with his arms.

SHREYA: Uh, Fiora, you should probably--

Before Shreya can finish, the man snaps a finger. An enormous pile of pants appears out of thin air, covering the entire stall, spilling out onto the walkway, and knocking Fiora and Shreya to the ground, burying them up to their shoulders in pants!

FIORA: Yahhh! That’s a lot of pants!

SHREYA: That’s... what I was trying to warn you about. You may want to be more specific... maybe start with--

ZEPH (O.S.): Whoa! Avalanche of pants!

The two girls turn to see the dark-haired boy Fiora had noticed at the Test of Attunement walking toward the giant pile of pants, laughing at the sight. This is ZEPH HERNANDEZ, a fellow first-year.

FIORA: Sorry, I--

Shreya leans over and whispers something to the Mistry employee, who snaps his fingers. A second later, all the pants vanish, and Zeph frowns.

ZEPH: Aww, and here I was hoping to get a picture of myself next to the Great Pants Explosion of 2018. Well, there’s always next year.

Shreya laughs. Zeph approaches them and holds out a hand.

ZEPH: I’m Zephyr Hernandez, but you can call me Zeph. Everyone around here does.

Shreya shakes his hand, and Zeph turns and holds out his hand to Fiora as well.

ZEPH: ...Well, by “everyone around here” I mean “you two,” but hey! It’s a start.

Fiora shakes his hand.

SHREYA: Nice to meet you. You probably already know, but I’m--

ZEPH: Shreya Mistry, of course! I’d heard you were gonna be starting at Penderghast this year! I’m a first-year too, by the way.

SHREYA: Well, I’m quite excited to meet another first-year! We’ve only got a week before classes begin, and I’d like to make at least a few friends before that time! Between you and my absolutely wonderful roommate over here, I’ve been doing a fantastic job so far, if I do say so myself, and--

ZEPH: Roommate, okay, so that’s who this is! Gotta say, I don’t think you’re quite as famous as Shreya over here. You are...?

FIORA: Fiora. Fiora Luxen!

ZEPH: Nice to meet you, “Fiora Fiora Luxen.”

Fiora tries and fails to suppress a laugh.

ZEPH: So... how’d the Test of Attunement go? What’re your Attunements?

SHREYA: You know, we got really lucky: both of us are Fire-Atts! And that’s not all. Believe it or not, Fiora is also--

Fiora gives her a look, and Shreya immediately covers her mouth with her hands.

FIORA: I’m also... super excited to make a new friend! So, what’s your element?

ZEPH: “Element?” That’s a funny way of saying it... Anyway, I’m a Water-Att. Not too surprising. My whole family are Water-Atts, well, except Uncle Rodrigo, but we don’t really talk about him much so he doesn’t count.

SHREYA: It must’ve been quite nice knowing your Attunement ahead of time.

ZEPH: Yeah, there’s pros and cons, I guess.

He looks over at the Mistry market stall.

ZEPH: So, are you girls gonna summon a pants avalanche on me again, or do you mind if I go ahead and buy something?

Fiora blushes with embarrassment as Shreya nods.

SHREYA: Go right ahead! (whispering to Fiora) Here, watch how he does it.

Zeph approaches the stall owner and smiles.

MISTRY EMPLOYEE: Can I help you?

ZEPH: Hi! I’m looking for a pair of men’s dress pants. Grey, waist 30, length 32, classic fit.

MISTRY EMPLOYEE: Right away, sir!

He makes the hand motions again and snaps his fingers. A second later, about two dozen pairs of grey men’s dress pants appear on the counter in front of him, all neatly folded. Zeph begins looking through the pants one by one.

FIORA: Oh, okay! Wow, so it’s like Amazon, but you don’t have to wait for delivery and you can make your selection in person! That is so amazing!

SHREYA: Amazon? Like, the rainforest?

FIORA: No, it’s... never mind.

Zeph selects one pair of pants and pays the stall owner, who snaps his fingers once again and makes the rest of the pants disappear. Zeph turns to face the girls and grins.

ZEPH: Well, that’s my shopping done. I’ll let you two do your thing... but if you want, we could get something to eat! There’s this great place I heard about that just opened in the square, Mysteriu--

Shreya practically leaps into the air with excitement. Zeph, surprised, takes a quick step backward.

SHREYA: Mysterium?! Yes! Absolutely! I was looking forward to that, I’d forgotten the grand opening was today! Fiora, you’re coming with.

ZEPH: That’s... a reaction. Wow. Alright, see you there!

He waves as he walks away into the crowd. Fiora looks over at Shreya, confused.

FIORA: You seem excited. What’s all this about?

SHREYA: It’s the hottest new place opening up here in Pennelia! I’ve heard the food there is absolutely divine, and the atmosphere... oh, I’m just so very excited!

FIORA: Food? Alright, count me in. I’m starving. ...Actually, why am I so hungry? I had such a huge breakfast this morning.

SHREYA (quietly): That Light technique you pulled off... that must’ve drained a lot of stoichi. Stoichi draws from your body’s metabolism, so after a thing like that, it’s not surprising that you’re hungry!

FIORA: Now you tell me.

SHREYA (quietly): Sorry, sorry! I keep forgetting how new you are to all this. It takes some getting used to, you know. Anyway! (louder) Let’s get some real shopping done, and then... on to the Mysterium!

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Scene Notes: Zeph may have had a cameo earlier, but this is his first real appearance! Now all the Pend Pals have been introduced! (Well, except for a certain mysterious twin, that is...) As for worldbuilding:

Pennelia: That’s right, here Penn Square is part of an entire city! As Fiora speculated, it is indeed the Stoicheal Realm “reflection” of Northbridge, much like Penderghast is the “reflection” to Hartfeld.

Stoicheal Realm Bubbles: The Stoicheal Realm is not one, giant, continuous world like Earth. Rather, it is comprised of multiple “bubbles” that have been stabilized for Attuned (and others) to live inside, each one reflecting a different area on Earth. To travel between different bubbles, one must either use a portal such as Room 108′s door to travel there directly, or pop back out into Earth, make their way through Tuneless society to the desired location, then pop back into the Stoicheal Realm.

The Between: The employee mentioned it here... but it’ll get explained in more detail later!

Attuned-style shopping: Fiora wasn’t wrong to compare it to Amazon. You know how if you type something super generic (for example... “pants”) into Amazon, you’ll get about a gazillion results? ...Yeah. It’s much more of a problem when the objects physically materialize around you!

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Next: Pend Pals

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The Masked Singer Season 3 Episode 14: The Quarter Finals (Commentary & Guesses)

Hello fellow Masked Singer fans! It’s that time of the week aka Ana’s Masked Singer recap time, with your typing host Ana, because nobody else will do it for me haha. We are truly getting down to the wire with only 5 masked contestants left (well 4 after we are done here with this recap lol). So, again, we will be honoring the judges with some trophy emojis because they are getting there and I am kind of shook, but this time I am also gonna give the judge with the worst guess ever a poop emoji because it was a horrible guess. Yes, I am having too much fun with this, let me enjoy my moment. I think I am gonna call the segment “Panel Spotlight.” Ok, so having said that, let’s get started! (Disclaimer: Spoilers ahead, proceed with caution.. don’t say I didn’t warn you)

Alright, so let’s start with the elimination/mask coming in 5th place was:

*DRUMROLL PLEASE*

THE KITTY 

Ok, so this one was also pretty upsetting, but at this point I knew this was going to happen even though I was hoping Rhino would go home instead. The only person I am like really routing for is Turtle at this point (I also really miss Astronaut so I am still sad over that elimination) so whatever I guess. However, I don’t think she should’ve gone home. Her performance of Back to Black by Amy Winehouse was really great, even though it wasn’t her best performance. Anyways, I did know who she was ever since the Super 9 and I was sure... 

Having said that, Kitty was revealed to be...

JACKIE EVANCHO

Alright so yay the Internet convinced me and I got it because of them, thank you Internet! I kinda love you... sometimes. Anyways, if you don’t know who Jackie is, she was on America’s Got Talent when she was 10 as an opera singer and became one of the most successful & youngest platinum musicians ever. Now, she’s almost 20 which is insane and 10 years later full circle moment with Nick Cannon. Anyways, she really killed it as the Kitty, singing not just opera but all types of genres and killing it. Wow, yup, her voice is insane, we are the same age and she is so freaking talented, I can't even. I am so excited to see what the future holds for her. Anyways, here are the new clues that made sense for it to be her:

Clue package, traveling through St.Petersburg, Japan, the Vatican, etc. = all places Jackie has performed 

Somewhere over the rainbow= performed it on Oprah’s TV special in 2011

After Performance clue this time was a “borrowed package.” Hers contained a Bow & Arrow= she is a talented archer as well as singer (this is news to me but I looked it up)

Now time for the PANEL SPOTLIGHT: 

Nobody got the 🏆 because the judges were so clueless.

However, the worst guess aka the 💩 was the guest judge, comedian Jeff Dye, who said “one of those Olsen twins.” I gave it to him because he couldn’t even distinguish which one & the Olsen twins don’t make sense with all of these clues. 

Alright, now we have our top 4 contestants, woo hoo! These are our semi-finalists, my guesses, and commentary, let’s do this: 

1. The Frog 

Performance: Yeah, I’m sorry, I just am not a big fan of Frog. He switched up last week and it was better than his normal stuff, but he just reverted to the same thing again and it’s getting annoying. This time, he performed Bust a Move by Young MC. 

Guess: Bow Wow 

Clue package, calling his “little frog” = he has a 9 year old daughter 

French Bread on the ground = he has a song named Long Bread

Falcon Figure= Atlanta Falcons (where he lives & he is a fan of them) 

Borrowed Package= Model Airplane= The Bow Wow Challenge from 2017 when he faked going on a private jet & was caught in a normal airplane and a challenge was born on the Internet about this

Now time for the PANEL SPOTLIGHT:

Yay! Robin Thicke caught on! He gets the 🏆 for guessing Bow Wow. 

On the other hand, the worst guess aka the 💩 was of course Mr. Ken Jeong, who guessed Derek Hough?! What?! His logic for that guess was way off and Derek Hough cannot rap like that (but it would be cool for Derek to be on the show tho) 

2. The Rhino 

Performance: Ok, so he sang “You’ve Lost that Loving Feeling” by the Righteous Bros and it was impressive. This is another one of his best performances. It was a very romantic version of this song and he played into the romance. Also, you could hear some rasp to his voice that shows some versatility, I really really enjoyed this one wow. I think I might have been underestimating Rhino’s performance ability. 

Guess: Barry Zito 

In the package, he said that he had struggles before meeting his wife= he was a bad boy in baseball & his wife straightened him out to be a man of faith. 

3 little elephants’ picture= reference to his 3 kids 

Turkey hand drawing= has his own Red Turkey baseball card

Borrowed Package= Navy Hat= he was in a 2003 episode of JAG playing a Navy officer & him/his wife have a charity to donate to the military

Now time for the PANEL SPOTLIGHT:

Ok so this one is gonna be surprising because nobody said it but somebody was close. Surprisingly, Ken was close so I am going to give him the 🏆 for mentioning JAG when seeing the Navy hat clue, so let’s give him some kudos there.

Tbh, none of the guesses were absolute 💩 so we are going to skip this one for the Rhino. 

3. Night Angel 

Performance: Ok, so not a fan of the Night Angel either (she is way too inconsistent for my liking), but this was probably one of her best performances so far, if not her best performance. She sang “Last Dance” by Donna Summer and the song choice was perfect for her voice. I really liked this performance too, wow this episode is actually pretty good performance wise (except for Frog, but whatever) 

Guess: Kandi Burruss 

Lipstick = has a makeup line & final studio album of Xscape was called Traces of my Lipstick

"Say Baby I Love You”= hint to her writing for Destiny’s Child

Columbia on a map= her first studio album was recorded in Columbia Records 

Borrowed Package= Ski Gear= reference to her Bravo special Kandi’s Ski Trip 

Now time for the PANEL SPOTLIGHT:

Nobody caught on this episode so nobody gets the 🏆.

On the other hand, I also can’t give a 💩 to anyone because the guesses were pretty tame & okay. They didn’t hit the mark, but they weren’t overly horrible. 

4. Turtle 

Performance: Best for last, baby! The show allowed him to perform Fix You by Coldplay for last, because he is the best & nobody could tell me otherwise. Ok so now that I have professed my love for the Turtle, I just wanna say dude this was one of his best performances (I still think his best one was his first one when he sang “Kiss from a Rose”). The song gave me chills, it was so good. It was raw & emotional, you could really feel all the words he was singing. Best performance of the night 1000%!!

Guess: Jesse McCartney 

Wanted poster with $1999 on it as a reward= he joined Dream Street in 1999

Wedding Cake Topper= the man’s engaged to his girlfriend of 6 years, Katie Peterson  

Green Mop= Known for his “mop top” haircut in the 2000s 

Poker Chips= Voiced Theodore in Alvin & the Chipmunks 

Borrowed Package= Zombie= appeared in the Walking Dead as a zombie

Now time for the PANEL SPOTLIGHT:

Yay! Nicole finally caught on! She gets the 🏆 for guessing spot on Jesse McCartney even though her reasoning was a bit off & kinda weird.

On the other hand, the worst guess aka the 💩 was again our guest judge with the ever so terrible guess of Norman Reydus. This is so far off, it’s almost laughable. 

Anyways, we are done! As always, let me know what you guys think... do you agree? Disagree? I wanna know your guesses too ofc. Did I convince you? Alright, so that’s it! I will see you guys next week for the semi-finals wow! BYE! 

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Meet the Watsons (Aubrey x MC) - Part 2

A/N: I’m so so so so sorry this took forever to be posted and continued! I’m back in college and still work and my major is focused in writing so the free time I’m writing is dedicated to my scripts and not really fanfics anymore. However, I’m determine to finish this mini series eventually and I finally felt after this sat in my drive, it’s worth posting. I think this mini series will only have five parts. So three more after this one. Thank you for being patient and still interested in this series.

Rating: PG

Summary: Viola and Aubrey get ready to meet his family for dinner. First impressions aren’t everything, are they?

(All thoughts are italicized and in parentheses)

After spending some much needed time together after Aubrey’s family intrusion, the two got dressed and headed toward Viola’s apartment so she can grab a fresh set of clothes. Twenty minutes later Viola and Aubrey stand outside  her door as she fumbles in her purse looking for her keys.

“I know I put them here...Ah ha!”

She jiggles the key ring in the air before she inserts it and unlocks her apartment door. As she opens the door and steps in followed by Aubrey, she can  make out the sounds of rushing pitter pattering. Just as she sees a blur of fur turn around the corner from her hallway, Viola hears a voice immediately fill the air.

(“Is that mommy? She’s finally home! I missed her so much!)

Viola bends down and scoops up her puppy as he collided with her.

“Hello Underoos. I missed you too baby.”

Setting him back down, he focused on Aubrey who was standing close by.  She hears his chuckles as he bends on his knee to give the energetic puppy the attention he seeks. As she walks further down the hallway to reach her room she hears a sassy tiny voice.

(“About time she showed up. I didn’t get my nightly rubs.”)

Viola enters through her bedroom door that’s opened ajar and finds Fauna, peaking one eye open to look at her lounging on top of the bed.

Striding toward her closet to pick out an outfit she tells Fauna.

(“I see you definitely missed me as well, oh spoiled one.”)

Before she walked deeper into the closet, Viola can make out Fauna’s thought.

(“More like your absence was noticed. And you knew my standards from the jump, sister.”)

Inside Viola giggles to herself.

“Oh never change Fauna.”

She searches through her racks of clothes but doesn’t find anything until she spots an old unworn outfit that was hiding in the very back. She dresses quickly and exits her closet while doing a slow twirl.

“So what do you think?”

Aubrey who has moved from the living room now sits on the edge of the bed with Underoos laying  by his feet and Fauna on his lap purring as he rubs her fur. He turns his attention from the kitten, and his jaw falls open.

“Viola...just...wow.”

Viola smiles as she smooths down her clothes. Dressed in a white short-sleeved, boat neck cut high-low top, dark-washed distressed jeans that hugged her curves, and brown open-toed wedges she makes her way in front of Aubrey.

Aubrey gently moves the cat aside on the bed and outstretches his hands so that she can fit in his embrace.

“It’s not too casual right? I have to make a good impression. I mean this is your mom! Plus I want to make up for the fact that a quarter of your family saw me post-shower.” she asks rapidly.

Aubrey tugs Viola so she sits on his lap.

“Viola, you could be wearing the towel from earlier and still make a good impression.”

She rolls her eyes and pulls away from him.

“I’m serious! This is stressing me out! Also shouldn’t we stop to pick up something? Like wine? Is your mother a fan of wine? Better yet, red or white? Oh my god this is huge! I personally am partial to white but what if I buy the wrong bottle of wine?! What if she hates alcohol?! And I brought in the devil’s liquid in her home!

Viola continues to ramble on excessively and begins to  pace to and fro in front of Aubrey until he gets up and stops her. He gently removes his hands from her shoulders to grasp her own hands and intertwine them slowly. Then he rests his forehead softly against hers and whispers.

“Okay...Viola just breathe. I’m going to count to three and I want you to just relax. Just think of you and me in this moment, okay?”

His eyes pierce into hers and Viola nods her head.

“Good. One...two...three...”

Standing there he watches as her eyes flutter shut and she inhales in and out. Not much time passes before she reopened  her eyes and shyly looks away.

“I overacted a bit, didn’t I?

“Just a tad. It was adorable minus the part of you being upset. I hate seeing you upset.”

“It’s a crazy little tic of mine.” she says as she turns to meet his eyes.

“We all have them.”

“You’re right...thank you. You know, for dealing with me overloading.”

“Nothing to thank me for. I’d do anything for you. So anytime you overload, I’ll proudly be there to reboot you.”

Viola breaks out in a fit of giggles.

“God, you’re so dorky.”

“Well maybe but you know you love it.”

Viola untangles her hands so she can wrap her arms around his waist.

“I never said I didn’t.”

Aubrey smirks and leans down to press a small kiss on her lips.

“And fyi you look amazing. Don’t worry about impressing my Ma. If you couldn’t tell, the ones you’ve met adore you, so I know they put in a good word  for you.”

“Really?”

“Yes! After you met Shiloh and Liz, both kept texting me about when they’ll see you again. Even Shiloh asked if she’ll finally have an aunt to join her, Liz, and Ma for their annual All-Girls Weekend. And since this morning the twins and Pop have been sending me texts asking all kinds of questions about you.”

“Wow. I...I didn’t think I made that big of an imprint with your family.”

“Well how could you not. You do the same to me everyday.”

“I swear, you are ridiculously sweet. I truly don’t understand how you make me feel like a...like a chocolate chip cookie that’s fresh out of the oven. All ooey-gooey inside.

Aubrey brings his hand to stroke through Viola’s hair.

“It’s the Watson’s charm. Beside you’re just as sweet. Maybe I can start calling you my Candy Girl?”

Viola moves her hands so they rest on his chest and shoots him a pointed look.

“Did you just reference New Edition?”

Aubrey smiles even brighter and his eyes light up as he takes a few steps away from Viola and breaks out into the famous elaborate dance routine of New Edition while singing obnoxiously.

“Candy girl...you are my world…you look so sweet...your a special treat.”

Viola walks up to him barely containing her laughter as she tries to stop him.

“Oh my god, okay okay. Simmer down. I can’t tell if  I’m surprised at the fact you know New Edition or the fact you know them so well that you got the dance down and everything.”

“Soul and R&B music is truly a love of mine. I would make references to countless songs, whether it was Jackson 5 or even Boyz II Men but typical the girls I dated had no idea who I was talking about. Well now with the exception of you.”

“Hmm well that’s there lost. I guess they don’t know about this here.”

“Ooh very clever. Jon B fan on my hands.”

“Oh you are good.”

Aubrey smiles and checks his watch to look at the time.

“Oh it’s 5:20. And it’s about an hour drive to get to my parent’s place. Are you all set?

Viola immediately rushes into her bathroom and looks in the mirror, her hands roaming frantically through her curls.

“Ugh! I thought we had more time, there’s no way I can straighten my hair now.”

“I think it looks fine.” Aubrey calls out from the bedroom.

“Oh honey, you’re too kind but this on top of my head is a hot frizzy mess  that needs to be contained in some way, if not with some heat. I guess I’ll just have to put it up quickly and add some product and just pray.”

Viola then grabs a hanging towel to cover her shoulders and her spray bottle full of water and spritzes her hair till it's moderately damp. Then she opens up one of her many creams and dabbles it through her hair which seems to make it curl and shine even more. She grabs her brush and brushes her hair and ties it into a high afro puff leaving some stray curls out as bangs.

Then smoothes out her edges until its to her liking and hangs the towel back in its original space.Looking over herself and content with how she looks she calls out to Aubrey again.

“What time is it now?”

“5:30 on the dot. It’s best to make our way now.”

“Okay.”

She walks out of her bathroom back into her room. Aubrey stands as she approaches.

“Ready?”

“Yes my purse is by the door and-- wait!”

“What?”

“I hate to leave my babies again by themselves. It's a little late for me to call Jaime to watch them or my Dad.”

“Well there’s plenty of room at my parent’s place. They love animals and maybe it will be nice for Underoos to run around in  a big backyard and there's some yarn from my Ma unused knitting collection if Fauna’s interested.”

Viola notices Underoos body perk up as they talked and Fauna turn her attention to the humans and little voices fill the air.

(”Did I hear running and a yard?! Oh I always wanted to play in a big yard! Can I come mommy please?!”)

(”I heard yarn. I suppose I could grace myself to more humans, if that’s what it takes”.)

“Are you sure it’s okay they tag along with us?”

“It’s more than okay. Plus no one can resist these two.”

“If you say so.”

Viola turns to grab Underoos leash and Fauna’s travel carrier.

“Looks like you two are coming with.”

Underoos tail wags faster and Fauna jumps from her spot on the bed to stand next to the excited puppy.

(Yay!)

(Yarn here I come.)

Viola chuckles softly to herself and gathers the animals and all together they leave and head to Aubrey’s car.

After about an hour drive and one quick stop at a store, Viola and Aubrey with the pets in tow arrive in Hartfeld and at Aubrey’s childhood home.

As she exits the car and gets out her pets she can’t help but admire the charming baby blue colored two-story home with intricate hedges and flower bushes.

Holding Underoos leash in one hand and a bottle of Pinot Grigio in the other as Aubrey grabs Fauna’s carrier they all make their way to the front door.

“You okay?”

“Yeah I really am.”

Right as Aubrey is about to knock he realizes the front door is actually cracked open and voices that were quiet grow louder and louder by the second. Confused he pushes the door open and the smell of something burning hits both of their noses. As they step through the threshold Aubrey calls

“Hello! I’m home! And I brought Viola!”

But his voice seemed to be drowned out by the bickering in the next room.

“Oww! Liz can you shut up and stop screeching!”

“Yeah, Liz chill for second!”

“Next time I’m in charge when mom’s out the room, because this is like the Anniversary dinner of ‘03 all over again!”

“Kids I leave for 15 minutes and you set my kitchen on fire?! Where’s your father?!”

Aubrey shuts the door and gestures for Viola to follow and they turn the corner past a wall. When they pushed the swing door open they see the oven door open with flames, Liz next to it crammed in a counter corner with Jasper and Forrest with Aubrey’s mother who seems to be in the middle of getting dressed with her robe and curlers in her head staring all three down. Auibrey shouts loud enough so that he’s heard this time.

“We’re here!”

Finally the rest of the family stops talking and turn toward the two. Before they could react, bursting through the other entrance to the kitchen is Aubrey’s father with a fire extinguisher and sprays it blinding hitting the oven flames but also dowsing his children.

“Its handle kids so don’t get your mother...Oh Sadie darling--.”

The older woman holds up her hand and silences her husband.

“I don’t want to hear it Richard. I’m going to finish changing and we’ll discuss this later. And that goes for you three as well.”

“Ma, are you serious? This was totally the twins fault-”

Jasper quickly cuts Liz off.

“Oh no, you had just as much responsibility as Forrest and-

The older woman steps toward her children and raises her voice.

“Enough! You all may be all grown up but once in this household that’s null and void. We all will be talking about this later. Do I make myself clear.” her voice is almost ice.

They all murmur a yes ma’am.

“Good, I expect all of you to get this place cleaned up including you, my darling husband.”

As soon as those words left her mouth the four of them start trying to clean up the mess of the foam and the burnt dinner. As they all shuffle around, Shiloh enters as she’s typing on her cellphone.

“Good news, Gram! I ordered Chinese and it will be here in another ten minutes!”

Smiling at her granddaughter Sadie makes her way to press a small kiss on her forehead.

“Aww. Oh you are just the most perfect grandchild a grandmother could have.”

Finally Sadie turns her attention back to her youngest and gives them a bright yet tired smile.

She walks toward the young couple and hugs her son first before hugging Viola.

“I’ll tell you Viola, being a Watson is no dull moment. So lovely to meet you in person dear. And who are the adorable creatures with you.

“Umm lovely to meet you too Mrs. Wats-”

“Oh honey you’re practically my daughter-in-law, please call me Sadie.”

“Before Viola respond she could hear Sadie’s voice clear as day.

(“My little baby not only introducing this woman to the family but bringing her home to me without a fuss?! She most definitely is the one. Plus the fact she hasn’t ran from our nonsense, she’ll fit in nicely.”)

Viola felt the blush hit her cheeks but ignored it so she speaks with much more confidence.

“Okay, heh Sadie this little guy is Underoos and the Sass Queen in the carrier is  Fauna.”

Sadie pets Underoos as he licks her hand and then focuses on Fauna then turns back to the young couple.

“Just precious. Well I need to get myself more together. Oh and I see you brought wine! Sweetie, you don’t know how much I need this right now. Let me get changed and we’ll talk more when dinner arrives. ”

Sadie moves past the tow and head toward the stairs.

Viola says hello to the rest who are still finishing up cleaning then turns to let the animals out. Once she finishes Aubrey finds her and he wraps her in his arms.

“So I hope you’re no longer scared.

“I’m not. Your family is so quirky. And I mean that in the best way possible.”

“No, no, no it's true. I was hoping the entire drive here they wouldn’t embarrass me but I gave up because I knew it was inevitable.”

“Now I wouldn't say embarrass, more like entertainment.”

Smiling down at her Aubrey begins to lean down to kiss Viola when he’s interrupted by his older brother.

“Hey Snobery why don’t you stop hogging ya girl and share her with the rest of the family.”

He rolls his eyes as Viola laughs and tugged him along.

“Don’t you worry Jasper there’s enough of me to go around.”

Aubrey watches as Viola meshes easily with his family and he couldn't help but think to himself and unbeknownst to him, Viola hears him.

(“Everything seems to finally be falling in place.”)

Viola smiles to herself and thinks.

(“I couldn’t agree more.”)

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ikesen fic - the inevitable correction of treading through time (prologue)

Summary: You and Sasuke decide to make the timeline as close to your reality the only way you know how: by making sure the the Tokugawa Shogunate happens, no matter how many tries it takes. 

— ieyasu/mc — you remember how this timeline began: with your eyes wide open

[AO3]

[Chapter 1] [Chapter 2]

現時点

Your place in the war council had changed. In fact, you used to sit at the farthest corner of the room; a presence welcomed but not entirely needed, allowable only because Nobunaga's orders were absolute. You were his favourite, and until his deathbed, he called you his lucky charm.

Now you sit on the dais, a little to the right of the man you would sacrifice your life for. You should have known the years would change you (you knew what would happen, after all), but  never did you imagine how reality would come to play.

As if time traveling was absurd enough, you were now somehow the wife of the first leader of the Tokugawa Shogunate.

Sasuke, bless his wandering soul, would be proud.

正しい時代

You remember how this timeline began: with your eyes wide open.

"Princess, can I come in?"

Sasuke's dulcet tones seemed to make the candle flicker. Your world re-orients, and suddenly, you understand. You had already attempted to sleep, but despite your fatigue the darkness wouldn't come. When you glanced upwards, the roof panel was slightly open.

"Sasuke?"

The ninja jumped down, landing with grace, taking a sitting position next to your futon.

You sit up and sigh.

"I'm..." You search for the words to say, hoping he would understand. "I just woke up."

At first, he is nonplussed. "I apologise for my intrusion, then."

You blink at him, and shake your head. Your sigh is of someone carrying a great weight. You place your hand on your heart, and try to block the memories of everything you've left behind. It's easier this time, somehow. Today, you have just awoken, and you need to determine who you—

The answer clicks.

"I'm finally here, Sasuke," you breathe in relief, but your best friend just stares at you blankly.

Until - "Oh," he says. He readjusts his glasses and you know the numbers are running through his head.

"Tadaima," you try again.

Sasuke nods, but his face is grim. "Welcome back."

思い出

When Nobunaga dies, even you are surprised. You had grown so used to him being immutable, you were sure he would outlast all of you. But not even he could outrun death, especially when it came so swiftly, and in the form of the powerful sea.

You still remember his face, how confident he seemed in his polished black armour, a large ship in the background. His haori billowed behind him, and he looked every bit the regal warlord you thought you would only see in history books.

But over time, your knowledge of him had become so personal, almost like family; that when he descends his horse to pat your head you even have to resist the urge to embrace him.

"Take care of Azuchi, my lucky charm," he tells you, as if you are one of his retainers with enough power to command his armies. No one questions him; if he willed that, everyone knew it could be so. His large hand ruffles your hair and then tilts your chin—you allow it with a small smile, but only because you knew someone else wouldn't.

"That's enough," Ieyasu steps in, with a frown meant to warn, but they all knew it would only make Nobunaga amused.

True enough, he laughs. "I will miss seeing new expressions from you, Ieyasu," he says, and in a rare show of affection, he also pats the blonde's hair and ruffles it. He walks away, then, and with his back turned, "I'll leave everything up to you."

Ieyasu nods. "I understand."

You watch him climb the plank to ascend the ship. When the sailors shout their final call, Nobunaga is on the deck, high above you, the rising sun reflecting on his dark hair with an orange sheen. His crimson eyes glint with the excitement of an explorer, and you think, this is how you'd like to remember him, the Devil King of the Sixth Heaven, for all he was feared, was also just a boy with a dream: to see new things, to travel far and wide, to go beyond the borders of his world and live.

Ieyasu glances at you. He slowly moves to take your hand.

"He'll come back," he says softly at first, then, with his usual sarcasm, "He'll be back in no time, and we'll be running ragged around the castle again."

You want to laugh, because you know these words comforted you the first time.

Instead, your grip is tighter as he entwines your fingers.

思い出

"That place Nobunaga went to," Ieyasu's whisper is raw during the nighttime; he is usually more honest after lovemaking, and you take every pillow talk as an opportunity to read him like an open book. He caresses your bare shoulder and continues, "Kankoku, was it. Did he..."

Your breath hitches. Ieyasu has made it a personal principle never to ask you about the future, but his repressed concern for Nobunaga could match Hideyoshi's on a bad day. In the fresh wake of Nobunaga's absence, you deem this is a bad day as any. He senses your stillness, however, and decides not to continue.

Once before, you let this moment pass. You distracted him by moving closer and drawing him in, your tongue languidly asking for an entrance you knew he would gladly give.

Weeks later, however, when the news came, you saw him look at you, his once bright eyes the color of a dark forest, asking—and though he would never admit it, blaming.

You cannot go through that again.

"This timeline is different," you say instead, hoping the truth in your answer would satisfy him enough. You choose your next words carefully. "In the future... the one that I originally came from, it was Hideyoshi who ventured outside the country."

Because Nobunaga was already dead, was the unspoken context. Because I wasn't there to save him.

Ieyasu traces circles on the area where your shoulder meet your neck, and you resist shuddering at the pleasure. "I suppose it doesn't matter," he murmurs as a reply, and when his lips replace his fingers, you know he will not ask anymore.

You wish you could say the same.

思い出

Hideyoshi mourns like no other when a sailor returns to say that their ship had capsized against a great wave.

Nobunaga's body was nowhere to be found.

Azuchi should be in chaos, but you steel yourself and follow Nobunaga's final will to the dot, even if you had to let Ieyasu translate half the complicated kanji the letter was written in.

Somehow, as if he had known what was going to happen, Nobunaga had sent a letter to his chateleine before boarding the ship, perhaps as a precaution, with orders to open it only if unpleasant news arrived.

His final letter to you included instructions on how to manage the castle permanently in his absence. Not just the castle; it also included new laws to be applied to the free market, an updated taxation scheme for the residents, and discrete orders to let Hideyoshi return to his fief until he calmed down.

No one else but you will be able to tell him it came from me, even Nobunaga's handwriting was lordly, and with a hint of nostalgia, you could imagine him penning this message with a smirk on his face. He will believe no one else. Ieyasu will take charge of my domain and my conquests for the rest of the year. Then, have Hideyoshi return and he will know what to do to succeed my will.

Ieyasu, for the most part, did everything Nobunaga asked with begrudging acceptance, but you knew that deep inside his heart swelled with pride to be chosen to lead. Ieyasu was a fine lord, through and through, and while you watched him hold a war council, finally taking Nobunaga's position on the dais, you felt a swell of affection so overwhelming it needed to be expressed.

That evening, you take Ieyasu's face into your hands and lean in for what was once your last kiss. You pull away a second earlier than you would have liked, and with the knowledge of one who has gone through time, push Ieyasu to the ground as a kunai whizzes past.

"Grab your sword," you tell him, dropping to a roll to get to the other side of the room. A bow and arrow sit on display and you swiftly grab the set, make the form of an archer, and shoot beyond the door. A dead body slumps beyond the shoji, and you hear quick footsteps rush around the house, making the torches flicker wildly. For a moment, it reminds you of your awakening.

"There are four of them, but only two are after you," you tell Ieyasu, bow locked and ready as the two of you step outside. The frown on his face is as much for you as it is for the situation, and you know you will have some explaining to do later.

The two of you huddle on the corridor, back to back, Ieyasu with his sword out and your body tense, arrow ready to fire. A figure clad in black rushes from the trees, hand raised with a knife, and you are not fast enough — but Ieyasu is.

His katana slices the man's arm cleanly and the blood gushes like a waterfall, and the assassin screams until Ieyasu pierces his stomach.

Pulling his sword out, Ieyasu huffs as the man crumples to the ground. He flicks the blood away with a single movement. "You said there were four."

Your eyes scan the surroundings, but your stance relaxes. If you remember correctly... "Masamune will take care of the other two."

True enough, as if he was called, the One Eyed Dragon of Oshu rushes to the scene, twin swords out and face wild with adrenaline.

He is panting when he gets to you, but you do not miss the worried way he gives Ieyasu a once-over before his eyes settle on the entire scene. He takes note of your bow and the first assassin with an arrow sticking out of his chest.

"Wow, nice aim, Princess," Masamune says with a whistle. Then, with a feral grin, "So, what did I miss?"

You almost laugh in relief, but you bite your lip because Ieyasu does not look happy at either of you. He scowls as he puts his sword inside its sheath.

"You're explaining this. Now," he says matter-of-factly, before practically stomping towards his quarters.

Your first urge is to comfort him, but you are like an unwound spring with how the tension leaves you all at once. You stare at the dark sky, remembering a different version of what happened tonight, trying to erase the vision of Ieyasu having a knife on his neck, bleeding on your bed.

The memory slowly fades, replaced by this one, and you realise you're doing something right.

Ieyasu turns around when he notices you aren't quick to follow. Masamune also has his eyes on you, and you wish you could answer all their questions at once.

Instead, you say, "We have to unite Japan."

The silence is overbearing after your statement; Ieyasu stares at you, his expression unreadable, but later you realise he might've been looking at you like you were mad.

Still, you continue; this time, with your eyes piercing his.

"Become Shogun, Ieyasu."

別の時代

The conundrum is understandable. You and he changed history enough for the world to change.

"There are two ways to go about this," Sasuke has been working on this issue for longer than you were even here. "We either forget all of this happened, go back to our time, and live life as usual."

Basically, return things as they were.

The ninja stared at you—if it were that easy for your human hearts, he would have already suggested this plan ages ago.

"However, with our," he coughs, "attachments, to this timeline, I surmise neither of us would like this to occur. Hence, we must find a way to restore history's course despite our wish to remain here. Else, the consequences to the future may be disastrous."

You decide to take a risk and ask. "How disastrous?"

"We could change Japan as we know it." He senses you want him to continue, so he does. "The Azuchi-Momoyama transitioning to the Edo period was a game changer in Japanese history. The Tokugawa Shogunate developed many laws and cultural traditions that served as the stepping stone in creating what we know as modern Japan, also affecting, in turn, Japan's influence on the world."

"So, do you mean, as long as the laws and traditions are the same, everything should work out fine?"

"Unfortunately, it's not that simple. The context of why those laws and traditions are in place are also important, as is the attitude of the Japanese people towards them. It would be useless to implement any law if people didn't see why they were needed at the time."

In simple words, Sasuke was telling you that suggesting those laws to Nobunaga and having him implement it wasn't the same as having it implemented in the context of the Tokugawa Shogunate.

You find yourself sighing. "This is because of the Battle of Sekigahara, isn't it," You strive to remember what made that battle important... then it hits you. "The outcome of that war. It conclusively shifted the power of the daimyos."

Sasuke seemed proud you remembered some of your high school history. "Yes, and it was the first ever Shogunate to unify Japan as one."

You nod. "And without the tax, market and law reforms of the Tokugawa era, Japan would never have gone into seclusion and built up its economy."

"Exactly. Foreign influence would spread much earlier than it originally did. This could change the Japanese mindset immensely... whether for better or for worse, we wouldn't know."

"But it would change." It was starting to dawn on you, how selfish it really was to want to stay. "All because we're here."

The thin purse of Sasuke's lips were enough to tell you that he didn't take this matter lightly. His—no, your—beloved history, everything that you loved about modern Japan in 2019, all of that could be gone because you decided to fall in love in the Sengoku era.

All I was concerned about was myself and how I wanted to stay, you chided yourself. A part of you believed everything would work out, but that was naive. Since you decided to remain permanently in this era, you would never know what Japan would be like 500 years from now, but that was just washing your hands of the guilt that the truth brought:

You changed history. Permanently. In effect, you may have changed the fate of the entirety of Japan and its contributions to the entire world, permanently.

Sasuke breaks your inner monologue. "I may have found a way to ensure we stick as close to the original timeline, however."

"Go ahead, I'm listening."

"Well, the conclusion I've arrived to is simple enough," Sasuke's eyes are shining now, and you know he only looks this bright when he talks about — "The Tokugawa Shogunate needs to happen." 

He looks at you meaningfully. 

"Ieyasu needs to be Shogun."

It sounded straightforward enough. With a new resolution, you nod to Sasuke's suggestion.

"I'll stay by his side until he becomes Shogun, then."

You have never regretted those words, but sometimes you wonder if there is a timeline where you had.

思い出

"Become Shogun, Ieyasu."

You think the silence will drag out, that this will only confuse them more instead of make sense, but Ieyasu only steps forward and sighs.

"Alright."

[/Prologue]

[Chapter 1] [Chapter 2]

[blightarts]

POKÉMON SUMMER VERSION CHAPTER 7: IT’S BEEN A WHILE

Previous Chapter: Our First Step

Next Chapter: Our Second Badge

Disclaimer:  Pokémon is a property of Game Freak and Nintendo, while Endless  Summer is a property of Pixelberry. I do not claim any rights here.

Author’s Note: If the “Keep reading” doesn’t work, go here for the full post.

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On the path to Orderve City, the three kids, Taari, Kaitlyn and Reginald, trek through Metropeal Forest while also training their Pokémon. During their travels, their respective Pokémon manage to evolve; Taari’s Turtwig evolved in to a Grotle; Kaitlyn’s Piplup evolved into a Prinplup; and Reginald’s Chimchar evolved into a Monferno.

As they near the clearing of the forest, they are greeted by a familiar voice.

Voice: It’s been a while, Taari. I am proud of your accomplishments in Metropeal City.

Taari recognizes the voice and immediately turns to direction where it came from. Kaitlyn and Reginald followed his gaze. Their eyes widen as they see the elyyshar of Elyys’tel, Varyyn, seated on a tree branch. The king drops down to properly greet the kids.

Taari rushes towards him and gives him a tight embrace.

Taari: Varyyn!

Varyyn: I’ve heard of your success over my dear, Diego. Excellent work, all of you.

Kaitlyn: Thank you, Mister Varyyn.

Reginald: It was a difficult struggle, but we managed to succeed.

Varyyn turns to Kaitlyn and Reginald.

Varyyn: Ah, Kaitlyn, Reginald, you two have grown quite well.

Taari tilts his head in confusion and drops the embrace.

Taari: You know Kaitlyn?

Varyyn: Of course. After all, she’s—

Before Varyyn could finish, Kaitlyn motions him to keep quiet. He stays silent for a moment and smiles.

Varyyn: Ah, yes. Your parents told me that they will be meeting you in Orderve City.

Kaitlyn: Yes!

Taari: Her parents?

Taari turns towards Kaitlyn.

Taari: Should I know your parents?

Varyyn: You have nothing to worry about for now, Taari.

Varyyn calls out his partner Pokémon, Sceptile

Varyyn: How about we should have a Pokémon battle to see how much you’ve learn after your fight against Diego?

Taari jumps for joy and calls out T’kal.

Taari: Yes, please!

Varyyn smirks.

Varyyn: Why not make this a little more interesting? If you beat my Sceptile right now, I could give you your second badge.

Taari: Deal!

Taari and Varyyn soon create some distance between each other. Afterwards, Reginald and Kaitlyn stand between them.

Reginald: Let the battle… BEGIN!

Taari: Alright, T’kal, use Fi—

Before Taari could finish, Varyyn swings his head, revealing a specially-designed hair tie. Attached to the hair tie is a Mega Stone. Taari is thrown by surprise.

Taari: A MEGA STONE?!

Reginald: Idiot! Did you forget that all La Huerta Gym Leaders have Mega Stones?!

Varyyn taps on his Mega Stone and begins chanting.

Varyyn: Deep within the trees of Elyys’tel, I call upon the great beast… Sceptile, MEGA EVOLVE!

Sceptile glows and begins to undergo Mega Evolution.

Varyyn: Now, we shall begin the battle, Taari.

Taari steps back for a moment after witnessing Sceptile’s Mega Evolution. But he then steps up.

Taari: Let’s do this!

Music: Kanto Gym Battle (HGSS)

Taari immediately goes for the offense.

Taari: We’re not going to let Mega Evolution intimidate use. If Reginald can beat Mister Diego’s Mega Lopunny without Mega Evolution, then we can too, right, T’kal?!

T’kal: Rar!!

Taari: That’s the spirit! Now, use Flare Blitz!

T’kal begins to surround himself with flames of very high temperature. Afterwards, he charges towards Mega Sceptile. Varyyn doesn’t say anything to let his Pokémon avoid T’kal’s attack. Eventually, T’kal tackles Mega Sceptile and the latter staggers backwards, but quickly stands back up as if nothing happened. Meanwhile, T’kal staggers due to recoil damage. Taari is surprised by the outcome.

Taari: Wha… WHAT?! I thought Grass-types are supposed to be weak to Fire-types.

Varyyn: You are correct, Taari. But you may not know that Mega Sceptile is part-Dragon-type. It negates the super-effective Fire-type attacks are used against Grass-types.

Taari: EH?!?!

Varyyn: Now, it’s our turn. Sceptile, use Focus Punch!

Mega Sceptile clenches his fist and starts to focus. As his fist starts to glow, he charges towards T’kal. Meanwhile, T’kal stands up and is about to avoid the attack but he was too late. Mega Sceptile was too fast and his Focus Punch connects. The attack delivers massive amounts of damage to T’kal and sends him flying towards a tree. T’kal crashes at the tree and faints. Taari is left astonished.

Reginald: T’kal is unable to battle. Varyyn and his Mega Sceptile wins!

After a few minutes, T’kal is healed and is returned to his pokéball. Sceptile reverts to its original form and is returned to his pokéball as well. The four regroups.

Varyyn: You understand now, Taari? The true power of Mega Evolution and the bonds between a Pokémon and its trainer?

Taari: I managed to get a scope of it, but I understand it a little more now.

Varyyn: Good. There’s still more for you to learn. If you’re ready, then feel free to come back to Elyys’tel city and challenge me again.

Taari: Will do!

Varyyn departs and says his goodbye to the children. Afterwards, the children reach the clearing of Metropeal Forest and finally arrive at Orderve City. Orderve City is a city known for its annual Pokélympics event and also great food. Its most prized restaurant is the Orderve Gym, led by the legendary Raj Bhandarkar. As the children are making they’re way to the Orderve Gym, Reginald accidently bumps into a girl.

Reginald: Oh, I apologize. I didn’t mean to. I was… occupied with a thought.

Girl: That’s fine.

For a moment, Reginald becomes intimidated by the girl’s glance and he breaks eye contact. His vision lands on the girl’s bag, which has the initials, “LHP” written on it.

Girl: Well, I’ll be going now.

Reginald: …Yeah.

Kaitlyn: Reginald, you’re lagging behind!

Reginald: Oh, sorry!

Reginald rejoins the group and they make their way to the Orderve Gym. As they arrive, they marvel at the sight of it.

Taari: Wow! It’s so awesome! You can even smell the food from here!

Reginald: The idea of mixing a Gym and a restaurant is brilliant. Customers can experience great food and entertaining gym battles all in one reasonable price.

Kaitlyn: Come on! We should go in. It’s time for you guys to meet them.

Taari: Meet who?

Kaitlyn: My parents.

As if on cue, the doors of the gym slide open and three people walk outside. Kaitlyn turns around and beams in delight. On the other hand, Taari and Reginald are stunned. The three people…

…just so happens to be Jake McKenzie, his wife, Taylor McKenzie (F!MC), and their close friend, Quinn Kelly.

Kaitlyn rushes towards Jake and Taylor. The two take notice of her and immediately smile.

Kaitlyn: Mom! Dad!

Jake: Well, if it isn’t my li’l Marshmallow!

Taylor: Oh, Kaitlyn! You’re here!

The three embraced after not seeing each other for a few days. Reginald approaches the three.

Reginald: It’s good finally meeting you Mister and Missus McKenzie.

Jake: Don’t call us that, Malfoy Jr. And is that you, li’l Blueberry?

Jake, Taylor and Quinn turn towards Taari, who is still stunned.

Taari: Wait! Kaitlyn… your parents…

Kaitlyn: Mhm!

Taari: But that doesn’t make sense! Miss Taylor got back here five years ago. How are so old by now if you’re her child?!

Kaitlyn: It’s because I was adopted when I was seven.

Taari: …Yeah. That makes more sense.

After regaining his composure, Taari joins the group.

Quinn: So, I heard you guys finally got your first badge. That’s great! I’m so proud of you!

Taari: Hehe. Thanks.

Reginald: Thank you.

Kaitlyn: I appreciate it.

Jake: So, my li’l Marshmallow told me that you guys will be battling Pineapple Express?

Reginald: We will. Afterwards, we’ll head on over to the Pokélympics Stadium and sign up for the event. Then, after that, Kaitlyn will be joining her second contest.

Taylor: Sounds like a great plan. We’ll be staying around Orderve City until Kaitlyn’s second contest is over.

Kaitlyn: Yay!

Quinn: Besides, the La Huerta League will be managing this year’s Pokélympics event. It’s going to be a big reunion for all of us.

Reginald: So, that means my father is coming, huh?

While everyone smiles at the exciting new, Reginald clenches his fist, but quickly loosens it. He pretends to smile so that others won’t notice his pain. Taari looks around to look for someone missing within the group, Quinn’s husband, Tyler Kelly (M!MC)

Taari: Hey… Where’s Mister Tyler?

At the mention of his twin brother’s name, Taylor goes on a tantrum.

Taylor: DON’T YOU DARE SAY THAT NAME!!

The children flinch at Taylor’s tantrum. Jake tries to calm her down, while Quinn covers her mouth and breaks into tears. Curious, scared and worried, Taari steps up.

Taari: Wh… Why? What happened to him? What did he do?

Jake manages to calm Taylor and proceeds to comfort Quinn. After regaining her calm, Taylor answers Taari’s questions.

Taylor: Tyler… has been missing for six months now. Ever since after… that incident… he hasn’t been the same. One day, he left us a note, telling us to not look for him or contact him. He said that he’s going to find out exactly what’s going on; why Pokémon are becoming corrupted; how the both of us ended up back in La Huerta; where exactly did Dialga and Palkia go off to.

Reginald: Incident? What incident?

Jake: I think that’s enough questions for now, you two.

Taari looks at Jake comforting Quinn, who is still heartbroken over the loss of her husband.

Taari: I… I’m sorry…

Reginald: Me too…

Quinn: Don’t be.

Quinn wipes of her tears and looks at Taari.

Quinn: You didn’t know. I’m sorry that we did not tell you. It was only between me, Taylor, Jake and Kaitlyn. I didn’t want the others to worry about my dear Tyler.

Taylor approaches Quinn to comfort her too.

Taylor: Come on, Quinn. Let’s head back to your room.

Taylor and Quinn start to head back to Centaurus Resort. Jake turns to the children.

Jake: Sorry you kids have to see that. Once you’re done scoping the Gym, head to the Centaurus Resort just beside the it. We’ve already reserved a room for you three.

Kaitlyn: Thanks, Dad. Take care of auntie Quinn.

Jake: We will, li’l Marshmallow.

As the three adults leave, the three kids enter the gym. They are soon greeted by the receptionist.

Receptionist: Welcome to the Orderve Gym. You must be trainers. I’m sorry but Chef Bhandarkar just finished his last battle for today.

Reginald: That’s fine. We’re just here to scope the gym.

Receptionist: Ah, I see. In that case, come with me. We will meet with Chef Bhandarkar now.

The receptionist escorts the three kids to the kitchen. As they arrive, they are immediately greeted by the head chef, Raj.

Raj: Hello, my little dudes and dudette!

Taari: Hey, Mister Raj!

Kaitlyn: Mmm! Those are some good-smelling food!

Reginald: Sorry if we’re barging in.

Raj: No problem, li’l Reggie. I was expecting you three anyway. Here…

Raj grabs a bag filled with take-out food and hands it to Kaitlyn.

Raj: Taylor said that you guys will be visiting so I made those for your dinner, free of charge.

Kaitlyn: Wow!

Taari: For free? Really?

Raj nods.

Reginald: Thank you, Chef Raj.

The three children said their goodbyes to Raj and they head to their room in the Centaurus Resort. Meanwhile, on the mountains of La Huerta, Tyler walks on a snowy path, looking for cabins to spend the night.

After spending the night, Taari, Kaitlyn and Reginald stand in front of the Orderve Gym to obtain their second badge and their second step towards the La Huerta League.

Will Raj be just as challenging as Diego? Or will he be more? FIND OUT ON CHAPTER 8 OF POKÉMON SUMMER VERSION!

[thirstyfortom]

how about MC couldn't get a present for the twins (probably because they didn't tell her it was their birthday), so MC puts on a bow and tell them she will be their gift? it's up to you if this is smutty or not?

Countdown to the Cake: 2

MC as a bithday gift

Saeyoung

“Oh MC~~you missed a spot!” Saeyoung points and smiles teasingly.

“Saeyoung,I’m tired, I’m hungry, my clothes are wet and I look like a mess. Don’t youthink it’s enough?”

“MC… I’mkind enough to help you clean my babies in my birthday and that’s how you payme? Oh… I guess people like me aren’t meant to have a happy birthday after all…”he says dramatically, you roll your eyes.

“You’rejust taking advantage of me! I told you I was gonna be your gift, not your maidor…” oh no, you should not have used that word, you look at him and his eyesgleam mischievously.

“Yes, you’reright… and your clothes are all wet, maybe you should change? I might have somespare clothes for you…”

How did youend up here? Oh yeah…  it was thismorning, you dropped by to grab the HBC bags he promised you and smelled somethingburning in the kitchen.

“Shit! Mybirthday cake!”

“Why wereyou doing birthday cake?”

“For mybirthday, obviously!”

“Your birthday?When is your birthday, Saeyoung?”

“June 11th”

“Do youmean today?” he nodded, then sighed in frustration, looking at the amount ofblack burnt dough. “Now what will I have for my birthday?”

You feltbad for him… “Well, you…  you can haveme!” you stated, smiling nervously and hoping he wouldn’t take this in thewrong way… “I’ll be… you birthday gift! We can do whatever you want!”

When yousaid that, you were expecting he would want to hang out in the amusement parkor in an arcade, how could you imagine he would want you to help him wash hiscars? And how could you imagine he would turn into this sadistic evil littlemonster throwing water in you on purpose?

So now,here you are changing to a freaking maid costume, of course those would be theonly spare clothes he would have for you! You just hope he doesn’t ask fornothing weird like speaking in a French accent or something like this.

“Come out,MC! I wanna see you…~” he smiles teasingly, but his smile fades away as youtimidly step out of his room. “MC… you look…”

“Pathetic,I know.” Not what he was thinking of at all… oh god… you looked adorable and…sexy… and the tiara with a little bow on it made you really resemble a birthdaygift.

He looksaway, blushing. You look down, feeling ridiculous. Why this silence right now?You two never have a problem finding interests in common and subjects to talkabout, the deepest and meaningful conversations or the silliest and weirderst ones, you two can always feel a true connection.

“Can wefinish polishing the cars?” you ask, finally gathering some courage to look athim.

“Y-yeah,le-let’s do it…” he doesn’t look back at you.

Thepolishing is torture, he is trying to focus, but it’s impossible as you bentdown in one of the cars to polish its hood, your skirt is so short! His handsworks in circles, but only then he realizes there is no car, he is polishingthe air, looking at you, his mouth ajar.

“I finishedthis one, Saeyoung, do you want some help?” he is still staring and doesn’tanswer. “Saeyoung?” you look at him, curious.

“It’s good,MC… you did a great job… you look… great, you… are… great…” he gulps when you startwalking towards him.

“I… am?”you tilt your head and smile. “Saeyoung?”

“Yeah?”

“Why didn’tyou tell me it was your birthday before?”

“I… I don’tknow. I’m just very used to spend this day alone. I… didn’t know if I couldtell you, I still have these habits of not telling much about me to people I…like.” your heart flutter, is he trying to confess? Oh… You knew there was more behind this tease sadistic side of him.

“You couldhave told me. I would have known what to do for you.” You come really close, hecan feel your breath against his face.

“I thinkyou know exactly what you’re doing right now, MC.” He says, his eyes followingyour lips with lust.

“Only ifyou know what to do next.”

He smirksbefore attacking your lips, wrapping his arms around your waist and pulling youeven closer. Your tongues dance together as you two trip in your own feet till theback of your knees meet the car’s hood, making you sit.

His tonguetravels down you moth to your jaw, making you spread your legs to bring himcloser as he kisses your neck, the hand which was holding you tight against himgoes a little up, reaching for the zipper in the maid dress.

“H-Happybirthday, Saeyoung…”

“Oh, for the very fisrt time in a long time, itwill be…” he says breathlessly, making you lie in the car’s hood as his bodykeeps pressed against yours.

Saeran

Saeyoungwas busy for the day and asked you to pick Saeran in the therapy. He usuallywould get back quieter than usual after the sessions. Although it concerned youand made you wonder if the therapy was really helping, you wouldn’t sayanything in order to get him even more nervous.

“Hey, howwas it?”

“Fine.” Yes,that’s what he usually says.

“Okay,wanna get some ice cream?”

“No, nottoday.” Oh… that was weird… he never turned down ice cream.

“Okay… so I’lltake you home.”

“I wanna goto your place.” He says, looking away, you can’t help feeling surprise. “What?Something wrong?”

“No, not atall. It’s just… you never want to go to my place without Saeyoung.”

“Today it’sdifferent.” Then he looks at you, and even though you don’t know why, how canyou say no?

You gethome and tell him to make himself comfortable. He sits in the couch and startsmessing with his phone.

“So, uhm…your therapist… how is she?”

“She’sokay, I guess. Why?”

“I don’tknow, it’s just…  I don’t know much abouther, that’s all.”

“She’sfine, she says some weird stuff sometimes, but I don’t hate her.” Wow, okay, somaybe he likes her, that’s good. “Do you have cupcakes? I want cupcakes.”

“I don’t,but… maybe I can try to make a few. Do you want to help me?”

“Fine.”

You put onyour apron and help him with his, he looks slightly embarrassed when you almosthug him as you tie a bow in the apron. You start working on making thecupcakes, and and now you are waiting to take it out of the oven.

“So… if youdon’t mind me asking, why cupcakes? Why not ice cream?”

“She says Ineed to do different things in special days, so I can feel the difference andknow what’s special and what’s not, some bullshit like that.” Some bullshit he’slistening to.

“Oh… sotoday is a special day, huh?” why could that be?

“Yeah,Saeyoung even got me a present. Though he’s always giving me presents, I don’tknow what changes just because it’s our birthday. Can you put sprinkles in the frosting?Will you do some frosting?” you blink a couple of times, staring at him. “Iguess not, then…”

“Saeran…today it’s your birthday?”

“Yeah. Why?”

“Oh, it’sjust… I didn’t know.”

“Of courseyou didn’t, I didn’t tell you.” Well, yeah… that’s the point. You look reallyembarrassed, clearing your throat and avoiding his gaze. “What’s wrong?”

“I…nothing. I… am sorry, I didn’t know, I… didn’t get you anything. I thought thiswas just a regular day. I mean, I’ve been wondering when your birthday would beand what could I get you, but… I could never imagine it was today…”

“It’s fine.So, uhm… what did you think about getting me for a gift?”

“I… here’sthe thing, I… couldn’t think of anything, so I was… wondering about offeringmyself as your gift. You know… going to anywhere you want to go, do what youwould like to do for the day, stupid cheesy things that, now that I come to thinkof it, are awf…” he grabs your chin and makes you look at him.

“I’ll takeit.” You blush, so does he. Now you wonder how long it’s gonna take for him tolet you go and get all flustered and weird, but… he doesn’t. He keeps lookingat you, and his face is getting closer, and closer… you close your eyes inanticipation and… the timer dings, indicating the baked cupcakes are ready.

You two getaway from each other, both really embarrassed and giving these quick glances toeach other. Well, maybe this is a sign to not make bold moves like that, he’snot ready for this kind of relationship.

You two startworking on the frosting, he’s so focused and dedicated, it’s absolutelyadorable. He looks at you, mimicking everything you do. It’s been like this inalmost everything, he’s always looking up for you in order to act as normal aspossible. Your eyes lock to his, and you’ll think t’s going to be one of thosemoments, but he starts chuckling, you look at him confused.

“It’s just…you have something in your face.” Oh yeah… there’s some frosting in your cheek,you didn’t bother to clean because you were trying to finish this. “Let me getthat for you.” You think he’ll wipe it off with his fingers, but your breathhitches when he leans closer and licks it off your face. “Yummy” he says,smiling softly. Today really is a different day, huh?

You can see the other days here!

[elvendara]

Hi!!! I need Saeyoung fluff in my life, one weekend with his sons, playing outside or traveling, just the boys, how would he handle taking care of them without MC? Just some family fluffiness 😻😻😻

This was so much fun to write! Thanks Anon! I hope it fulfills all your fluffy Weredad desires.

“Hey dad! Kigot tangled up in the fishing line again!” Gyeong chortled. Laughing at hisbrother.

“Why don’you help him then?” Saeyoung yelled at him from the truck. He was pulling outthe cooler filled with food MC had sent with them. She didn’t believe theycould catch enough to keep themselves fed. He was tempted to overturn it, but,he was more afraid if she was right that she would be extremely angry with himfor letting their sons starve. He sighed and yanked it towards the camp site.

“Becauseit’s too funny watching him!”

Ki hadsomehow gotten the hook of the line stuck to the back of his shirt and wasturning around in circles as if he could catch it eventually. Saeyoung watchedhis youngest son and shook his head, he looked just like a cat. He shovedGyeong on the shoulder and gave him a disapproving look. He couldn’t be too madhowever, Gyeong was so much like him that every time he did something MC wouldget mad at Saeyoung more than at Gyeong. And he was merciless when it came toteasing his brother.

Saeyoungstopped his son’s circling and detached the hook from the back of his shirt. Hetook the pole and set it down.

“God,you’re such an idiot!” Gyeong shot at his brother.

Saeyoungtook the Gameboy from Gyeong, “Don’t call your brother an idiot!” he said,turning away and stowing the electronic device in his bag.

“Whynot? Saeran calls you that all the time!” Gyeong flung at him.

Saeyoungsighed, teenagers! He turned back around to his boys. “Saeran earned the rightto call me that. You and your brother have a very different life than we did.”Saeyoung tossed his bag into the tent he had set up. He sat on the cooler andlooked at his sons.

“Weknow, we know!” Gyeong sat on a log, his arms crossed in front of him, staringinto the fire they had all helped to build.

Saeyoungand MC had decided that they were not going to keep their children from knowingthe truth about their past. The boys knew about the twin’s abusive mother andabsent father, they knew about the time Saeran had been in Mint Eye, althoughnot all of the gory details. They wanted them to know how special their liveswere, and what a blessing it was to have two parents that not only loved them,but that loved each other. On top of that, they also had the added benefit of thepack and their Uncles. Not to mention the entire RFA. Saeyoung shook his head,he wondered if any other children in the world were as lucky as his. Had theythe need, they could call on the capable abilities of Jaehee, the star power ofZen, and the money and influence of Jumin. Although he hoped they would neverbe in such dire need. He wanted his children to have a blessed life. A goodlife. A happy life.

“Howcome mom didn’t come? Or Uncle Saeran and Yoosung?” Ki asked, digging a hole inthe dirt with a stick.

“Well,I wanted it to be just us. We don’t spend a lot of time alone together.”Saeyoung said.

“Ilike being in the pack.” Gyeong chimed in.

“I dotoo. It’s just, I wanted to hang out with my sons for a few days. Somethingwrong with that?” he asked, eyebrows raised. “Besides, you guys love camping,why the sad faces?”

Kishrugged, “I miss mom.”

“Anduncle Searan said he would teach me to hunt the next time we went into thewoods.” Gyeong whined.

“Imiss mom too, but, we can have fun together right? And, I can teach you how tohunt just as well as Saeran.” Saeyoung was affronted.

Gyeongrolled his eyes.

“Look,I know for you two life seems to be passing by infinitely slowly. But for me,and your mom, it’s going by way too fast! Gyeong, you’ll be going off touniversity soon and Ki, you’re almost into high school. Soon enough you willboth be gone and, well, I’m going to miss you. I want to spend as much timewith you while I can.”

Gyeongsighed, but said nothing. He knew he was lucky. Luckier than most kids he knewwhose parents were divorced, or who physically or verbally abused them. Evenkids with families in tact weren’t as lucky as he was. He didn’t like to disappointhis parents, and he kind of felt bad for making his dad sad, but he couldn’t helpit. He figured it had something to do with hormones, whatever reason, he vowedto try really hard and make this weekend enjoyable for his father, even if hehimself was miserable.

“Comeon guys! This is supposed to be fun! Let’s go fishing!” Seayoung clapped hishands and rubbed them together. He stood up and grabbed his pole and the tacklebox. Gyeong reluctantly stood and grabbed his own pole, Ki being the last toget up with his. He held it gingerly out. He liked fishing, but, he was ratherclumsy. He’d once somehow gotten the hook stuck in Gyeong’s ear. His father hadhad to pull Gyeong off him that time. Although he hadn’t really hurt Ki thatmuch. He knew how to pull his punches, as a werewolf, Gyeong was much strongerthan Ki.

HelpingKi get the worm on his hook and casting out, far away from Gyeong, out on thedock, Saeyoung turned to his older son, who had already cast out himself. He stoodnext to him, but far enough away that their lines wouldn’t cross. They stood insilence. Saeyoung could feel the boys’ mind whirling away a mile a minute. Theywere so much alike, but, Saeyoung had never gone through the typical teenagedstage. He had already been on his own and making a lot of money. His childhoodwas riddled with pain, and missions.

“Dad?”

“Uhhuh?”

“When,when did you know you loved mom?”

Oh,shit, it was this conversation? They’d spoken about sex, Saeyoung had noproblem talking about it with his son, there were few secrets about it when youlived in a pack, but, love was completely different.

“Well,actually, I am ashamed to say that I pushed by feelings for your mother down. Ipushed her away.”

“Why?”Gyeong was genuinely curious.

“BecauseI was an idiot!” he laughed at himself. Gyeong chortled.

“No,I, I thought it was safer for her if she didn’t have feelings for me. If sheloved someone else.”

“Wow,that really was stupid.”

“Yes,yes it was, but, luckily for me, she was smarter. She just wouldn’t let me pushher away, and when I finally gave in, I was flooded with so much emotion, somany feelings I’d never let myself hope for. It was overwhelming. Love? I didn’tknow if it was love, but, at some point, she’d become something I couldn’t livewithout.”

“Isshe, is she the only person you ever loved like that?”

“Yes.”

“Whatabout when you were my age? Did you ever have feelings for someone?”

“WhenI was your age I was hacking for the agency Gyeong. I didn’t have the time orthe inclination for those kinds of feelings. It was something I knew I wouldnever have, so, I tried not to think about it.”

“Oh.”

“Whyall the questions suddenly? You like someone?” Saeyoung tried not to grin,letting his son take his time.

Gyeongshrugged. “Maybe. It’s just, well, with what I am…how did mom react?”

“Yourmom was different even in that. She’s a werecat, so, it was something that shecould easily accept. But, I’d be lying if I told you she wasn’t a little afraidwhen she found out. Gyeong, you know you can’t tell anyone! Not even someoneyou like, or think you love, not until…”

“Ifind my mate?” Gyeong finished.

“Yes.”

“Iknow, but, that means that any girl I like right now I’d have to lie to.”

“Itisn’t lying Gyeong. The person you fall in love with will know everything aboutyou, they will become part of the pack, whatever they may be. Werewolf, human,whatever! But until then.”

“Iunderstand.”

Therewas silence between them, but it was a comfortable silence.

“Thanksdad. I love you.” Gyeong muttered.

Saeyounggrinned, but turned away from his son, feeling the sting of happy tears in hiseyes.

“ILOVE YOU TOO!” Ki screamed at them from right behind. Gyeong almost dropped hispole into the river. He threw it on the deck and growled at Ki. Ki’s eyeswidened and he shoved his pole at Saeyoung and took off in a sprint. Gyeongbellowing behind him.

Saeyoungjust laughed and went back to his own fishing, the sounds of his sons in thebackground.

Werewolf AU

[justanotherdumpingground]

Chapter Reviews: March 19-23, 2019 + Thoughts on upcoming books

High School Story: Class Act Chapter 6:

Most of the trip to the aquarium is relaxing. There's no presidential election drama to worry about aside from Ajay learning that the twin's ahead in the polls. Definitely the break I needed from all that drama.

As much as I dislike Ajay, I feel bad for him that his parents are arguing to the point of getting a divorce. I just wish his story is executed properly and has a conclusion that makes sense. Same goes with Skye.

Across the Void Chapter 14:

Ah, back to Matara. Playing as my MC is fun in some ways, but these moments are few and far in between. And my happiness quickly vanished when I have to get back on the Atlas. Not to mention that having to pay diamonds to save a passenger's life is just stupid. On a morbid note, that's one less passenger to worry about.

Great, I have to play as Eos again. I still remember how petty and self-righteous he is, and I certainly am not pairing him with Lyra. She deserves someone better. At least there's no sign of Pax.

I didn't hesitate picking the option hoping that Barlow is a handsome fellow. That was actually pretty funny. With VEE and Sol on board, I hope most of the rest of the crew made it safe and sound. And since my MC's dating Sol, I hope they get to reconnect, and Sol gets to develop as a character. He has potential owing to his vast knowledge of the setting around him.

The Heist: Monaco Chapter 16:

Wow! This is a nice, sweet ending. Prove that a Choices story doesn't need romance as a main focus to be awesome. It was also nice and satisfying to take down Ansel and Carlise in order to prove who's boss. Reuniting with Sonia at Vegas was the cherry at the top. I owe her a premium scene once I can afford it.

As for the ending, I got an average one, but at least it's more satisfying to match the good endings of my recruits. I particularly enjoy those of Jones and Graves. Even the cameos from other books are fun to watch. Sure some of them are from books I'm not fond of, but at least they're done in a way that doesn't piss me off. It's fun to see Graves starring in a movie directed by Tommy Phelps. And yay for Alana! I miss her so much!

Overall, this story is great. I love the fact that I have to think in order to get favorable outcomes, allowing me to exercise my mind. The heist crew is also one of the strongest points, each of them having unique and distinct personalities, and their conversations together are fun to watch. I'm definitely replaying this with the crew members I didn't recruit in order to immerse myself again. I think this story works just as well with a second book, but with a new crew and a few recruits returning, kinda like America's Most Eligible has a new set contestants in All Stars. That would keep the story fresh and exciting while still preserve our choices on who we recruited.

Desire & Decorum Chapter 13:

I'm starting to miss Prince Hamid, whom my MC is engaged to. It doesn't help that the premium option to go with Ernest comes across as pointless, so I skipped that. Nevertheless, it always cheers me up to pick the snarky options with Duke Richards.

I picked the premium options to play as Briar and eavesdrop on the conspirators with Luke. Reaching the point where I have to pick Arthur Woods or Edmund Marlcaster got me thinking that it's. For the conspirators, I wish there's a way to play them against each other, and the pretending part to keep them unaware is a start. At least I got proof of how much of a hypocrite the duke is.

Bah, that snake Henrietta! Always looking after herself. I'm not super surprised she would get rid of MC. After all, it's a temporary "alliance" of convenience, and she practically does nothing to help with the investigation. This series's MC has suffered a lot, espececially because of Duke Richards, but I can't see her giving up because she strikes me as determined to be with who she loves no matter the situation in the end. In her case, I'd love to see people's reactions when she marries Prince Hamid. That's right, a prince.

Passport to Romance Chapters 1-2:

Eh, it's okay. I get that it's light-hearted, but there's not much to say because I don't get to see much of the love interests. At least they don't look super bad, though Elliot looks like he should lighten up. I also like that Marisa and Sumire are opposites in terms of personality, though it's a tad bit sterotypical. Still miffed that the male MC faces come from BSC. Why can't it be from VoS or AME?

I cringed at the thought of spending diamonds just to get extra views on the blog. Not to mention that I already have a bad feeling I have to pay diamonds just to add certain pictures of iconic landmarks to the vlog. Nevertheless, I'm more interested in the traveling for the vlog than the romance.

Anyway, let's see how this goes.

America's Most Eligible Chapter 10:

Ugh, Vince continues to get on my nerves for his unnecessarily rude behavior, and I'm glad Ivy's sick of him.

I'm curious of Ivy right now. I know she comes across as an underdeveloped villain back in Book 1, but I'm all down for understanding her character. Pity it costs diamonds, and after watching the scene on YouTube, I'm glad she reveals that she plans to run pageants if she won, and her desire to win no matter the cost makes more sense now. I think it's fun to see her choosing underhanded means to win and not letting her past bring her down.

As for All Stars' format, it's about time Jen and Omar are feeling the frustration with Carson's mishandling of things. I saw some screenshots, where Carson doesn't want to become like Piper, only to mess things up. If I were him, I'd take Jen and Omar's opinions into account and evaluate them. That would've allowed him to keep the show exciting for the audience and contestants. Either way, Jen and Omar should've been the showrunners instead of Carson.

The go-kart ride was a breeze for because I picked the premium option to pick the audience vote and train with Crash just because I wanted an advantage and continue roleplaying my MC as a flirt. Didn't expect things to go easily. Oh well.

Holy cow! That ending with Eden and Kiana was a curveball! I had a bad feeling they'll get eliminated soon, but having them in a go-kart accident that results in karts exploding? That was a drastic move! I just hope they'll be okay, but chances are that they won't, and I'm scared. The next chapter summary doesn't exactly relieve my worries either.

Open Heart Chapter 6:

Man, the beginning of this chapter was super tense. For a moment, I thought I might kill Shonda if I wasn't being careful. Fortunately, she survived and gave decent advice to MC. That should be useful later on.

My MC's number 19 on the list. Well, that means he has to work harder. Jackie's shock at Aurora being first and Aurora telling her to go on was priceless, though.

So, Sienna's boyfriend Wayne is a clone of some characters I've already seen. He even talks robotic that it's creepy instead of funny. There's no emotion when he talked about being a lead programmer at a software company. Seriously, Sienna should dump him and move on to Danny, just in case Wayne's company decides to go after Edenbrook Hospital.

Speaking of which, it's adorable to see Elijah feeling infatuated with Phoebe, even if Phoebe has Lucilla Nazario's model.

I'm curious about the C.T. scan from Ethan. My guess is that it's on Naveen Banerji, hence his retirement announcement. Either way, this story is getting more interesting.

Ride or Die Chapter 10:

After seeing the nitrous oxide tank, I just can't help but think of Crash Team Racing. It's a PS1 game I often played during my childhood, and its antagonist is named Nitrous Oxide. Anyway, I didn't use it because I'm saving diamonds.

The party's okay, though I'd rather not go to one in some decrepit area. Pity it costs diamonds to kiss Mona, but whatever.

I didn't pick the premium option to talk with Teppei Kaneko, but after seeing some screencaps on it online, I have conflicting opinions on him. I get that he ultimately cares for his son and encourages him to pursue a life outside of crime, but grooming Logan as his "successor" just so he'll have nothing to lose in case Logan gets in trouble is what caused Logan and Colt's rivalry in the first place. Colt needs a heart-to-heart talk with his father, especially since the MPC leadership is hereditary, and Kaneko seems adamant to encourage his son to abandon this kind of life, just like Colt's mother did.

So Logan knew the dad was investigating the MPC and was the one who called the cops because he wanted to MC to "owe" him? Well, MC never owed him anything. In fact, I never liked Logan to begin with, so am I supposed to feel angry and heartbroken that he tricked the MC? That's something he would do, honestly. I thought the rest of the MPC will get rid of her, but that didn't seem to happen. As for her oldest friend, I'm guessing it's her old friends Riya and Darius. I hope it's Darius because I like him for displaying common sense.

The Elementalists Chapter 2:

I like this book even more than I thought. The indication that some choices affect MC's karma meter looks like choices will affect the MC's personality and relationship with others. After the ability to impress Kane A.K.A. that funky fashion disaster of a villain, I'm guessing we can choose who we can trust.

Katrina Harrington is so pretty. And a cool teacher, not less. I love the way she teaches her students and look forward to know her better, preferrably directly from her.

I swear, Beckett should start behaving in front of his sister and friends. I get that he's distant to his friends besides the MC, but his rather disparaging descriptions of his friends isn't helping matters on his insecurities. I get that he doesn't want to be overshadowed by his sister and thinks she barges into his space, but that doesn't give him the license to abuse it by acting dismissive towards his "friends".

Thoughts on upcoming books:

I'm mildly excited for Nightbound, in part because it will feature gender options. Yet at the same time, I'm worried that Pixelberry will resort to the same clichés plaguing so many of its books, forced white male LI derailing the story being the biggest one. In the end, let's see how this goes.

I have mixed feelings for Wishful Thinking, especially after it's revealed that we can only play as a female. What's more important, however, is the quality of the story. If it ends up aimless like #LoveHacks, I don't want that.

I'm not excited for Sunkissed, which comes across as a cheesy romance story most likely to be female only. After all, Choices's low-effort books tend to lack gender options in order to make quick bucks. As for Platinum, I'm more excited because it's less like just romance and more like building up a music career. I fear that it will end up a fiasco like Red Carpet Diaries because of the protagonist being an up-and-coming music star. When Peyton said it will be gayer than TH:M, my guess is that its female love interests will be more prominent than the male ones. It could have gender options like TH:M, but it's also possible we won't.

Regarding the Royal Romance sequel series, I feel like a short epilogue would've been a bit better than an entire sequel series. Don't get me wrong. I love Olivia, Maxwell, the corgi, my MC, and her husband Liam, but I think it would've been better if the writers focused on treating their own characters well in Book 3 instead of focusing too much effort on Drake.