#and lady yona is so cute!!!!!!

[bakuliwrites]

Can't talk, busy coming up with cute little domestic scenarios featuring my OC, her shark husband, his feral Hylian husband, and their adorable ray/shark wife

[mewmewdoppio]

When the two fish are in love

[gankohink]

Any last ideas on link and the zora polycule?

i think they would go very well together. maybe yona and link need to warm up to each other a little more before they all three start a relationship with each other but i think they’d be really cute.

dorephan would totally approve, too. i mean, he approved of mipha liking link, so with his son married to another zora who could continue the family line, i don’t see him having a problem with the lovebirds. (lovefish?)

i like to think they’d all go out for dinner with bazz and his gf like a double date. the domain LOVES to see all 3 lovers together. the sidon fan club squeal every time they see them walking by.

i think when the relationship would have issues and stuff they would all be able to work it out in a healthy way, i can very much see yona helping break sidon out of his shell to set boundaries in the relationship (and his other relationships as well).

i think thats all for now <3 i love them so much

[gobspeaks]

me: I'm gonna go read some fanfic to try and get some inspo for my own stuff :)

ao3: *yona hate* *yona hate* *yona hate* *angst* *yona hate*

me: okay thanks :) *closes ao3*

[hyruleairbnb]

My display has a big scratch and from my perspective the double L got a little dismorphed and it looked like Yona was saying I am so happy to see that you are wet 💀

crack idea no one asked for:

yona ends up being to zelda what sidon is to link, and zelda and link agonize together over their shared confusing feelings and wonder if all zora royalty are just Like This

[spacemanspiff0fficial]

They always say if u love smth then let it go 😔 as a long-standing Sidon girlie I was struggling w coming to grips I fear (which ended up not being all that hard to do bc Lady Yona is so cute I love her.......)

Before that happened I did manage to snap some photos mid-fish domestic. In case I had one last fighting chance

[riswippiesx]

Akatsuki no yona males when you're timid and shy

Featuring: Hak,Jaeha,Soo Won x fem! reader(seperately)

Theme: crack and fluff

Warning: slightly suggestive(???), not proof end

ʜᴀᴋ:

•He teases you, teases you untill your face is all red.

•Hak will cling to you even more and bring his face closer to yours. Thus you will feel his breath on your face and your face will heat up even more.

•Doesn't listen to any of yours "Hak, stop! Stay away!"

•But if you get even more flustered and you look uncomfortable, he asks if you're okay or not.

•Once he is assured that you're fine..haha darling, get ready to face further teasings! This guy loves to be a pain in ass :P

•Sometimes, when he feels more playful, he just pins you against the wall and watch you struggle and blush even harder with a smirk.

Hak: Your face..you look like a tomato..

You: shut up!

Hak: *brings his face close to your ears* ...a delicious one, that I might eat...

You: HAKKK!!

ᴊᴀᴇʜᴀ:

•Oh boy! Here comes the king of teasing lol!

•Once he finds out that you're shy or timid(which won't take much long for him as he understands people so well), be prepared to get teased to the fullest.

•Jaeha loves to see you flustered red face a lot.

•He wraps one of his hands around your waist and brings your body closer to his. But if he finds out any hint of discomfort in you, he quickly takes his hand off of your body and assures you that he won't ever cross the limit untill you let him.

•Whispers in your ears and says the weirded pick up lines.

•Chuckles every time you try to stand for yourself by saying that you aren't shy and end up blushing.

•He absolutely adores it when you get frustrated by your shyness and act mad. He put his hand on your head to give you a few soft head pats and kiss your temple softly.

Jaeha: Look at you sweetheart, all red and flustered for me..am I that intimidating?

You: Stop speaking nonsense Jaeha

Jaeha: *whispers in your ears* I wonder how would you react if I tell you about the things I want to do to you..

You: JAEHA !!

Jaeha: My my, easy lady..I'm just kidding *chuckles*

You: *sighs* Yeah right.

Jaeha: ...or maybe..I am not? ;)

ꜱᴏᴏ ᴡᴏɴ:

•So, the king is here :D Oh he will be so concerned at first when he notices your red face. Are you okay? Are you having a fever?? Do you need any medical help?

•He is so relieved when you tell him that you're okay and quickly finds out that you're a shy type as you blush quite often.

•He chuckles and holds your hand in his own.

•He looks at you. His mind runs crazy as he wants to tease you so bad to see your cute reactions but being a king has it's limitations and he has major control over himself.

•His gaze softens and adores your embarrassed flushed face.

Soo won: No need to be shy, my love.

You: eh? No ..I am not..don't worry *nervous chuckle*

Soo won: *brings your hands closer and plants soft kisses on both of your hands* oh?

You: *face reddens even more*

Soo won: You will still deny that you aren't shy? Hmm?

You: Soo won..stop...

Soo won: *chuckles* got it, love ;)

I will make a part two, maybe??? Not sure :P

Thanks for reading. Take love<3

Reblogs and comments will be much appreciated♡

[nightttoon]

Who fell first/who fell harder? Love language Pet names

Yona:

You fell first, but she fell harder. She has Sidon already, so it took time to accept your feelings. But if you fell for both of them it makes everything easier! She adores you and Sidon so much!

Her love language is physical touches. She gives you the warmest hugs and sweetest kisses! And if it's Sidon x Yona x you, your days will be full of physical affection from both zora. You better be ready :) She also loves to give you cute little things she found, bought or made. (Like necklaces, corals, shells and everything she finds beautiful! Maybe something to remind you of her)

I guess pet names are.... "Dear, sweetie, love, pearl, my sunshine"

Riju:

She fell first, but you fell harder. Gerudo shief is so deep in love, so she is all around you. I bet she taught you how to deal with Sand seals.

Her love language is gift giving. She probably bought you every jewelry from Gerudo's masterpieces and everything you looked at in the shop. She will definitely try to master the hobbies that you love so that you can do it together!

Most of time she calls you by affectionate form of your name. But she also can use "Darling, cutie, sweet one, cupcake"

Urbosa:

You fell first and you fell harder. This strong, independent lady will fall for you with time, but then she does.... My god. You can't get enough of her love.

Her love language is quality time. She will spend all her time with you. Sweet talks and a lot of shared interests are here! She will be interested in things you like just as much as she would like to show you what she is mad about.

Pet names she uses can change depending on her mood and situation. But her personal favorite ones are "sugarplum, beautiful, precious, lovebug" Maybe she will call you "kitten" at times.

Mipha:

She fell first and she fell harder. No doubt about that. Poor princess can't handle with herself, then you are around. She is so shy about her feelings, so you will know about them from her father or if you confess first.

Her love language is quality time. She will learn about everything you like, so you had things to talk about. You will do a lot of little things together, like hand crafts, swimming together, gazing at stars at night from top of domain. She will teach you about holidays, traditions, courtship of Zora if you are interested.

Pet names are "Cutie pie, sweetheart, muffin, sweetie, my hero" And yeah, I am sure about last one. She wants you to feel strong even if she is champion here :)

Part with male characters is here!

Requests are open! Write me if you wish to make one!

[frost-link]

hell hello so i saw that you were wanting more ideas for sidon x reader (i dunno if i worded that correctly) buuuuut what if it was sidon x reader x yona, i feel like that would be interesting since the relationship between the two is speculate to be a political one :)

I love both Sidon and Yona so much! Yona is such a sweet character while also being affirmative! This will be interesting to write! As they say... Sidon has two hands! I hope this turned out okay :)

The Power Trio

Sidon X Reader X Yona [Headcanons]

The three of you are the ones who keep Zora's Domain running so smoothly. A lot of the Zora state that you rule in sync. There's King Sidon, Queen Yona, and you. Sovereign (Y/n). It was the title that the Zora had chosen for you the day when you were wed to Prince Sidon and Lady Yona. It absolutely stuns all of the Zora of the strong communication the three of you have. It was a big change for all of the Zora, but a good one!

Sidon is typically the most busy. During days when he's away with duty; you and Yona will be sitting at a small pond. You both will be looking down at the water holding hands while Yona tells you embarrassing childhood stories about Sidon. You both will be laughing trying to catch a breath!

The King Sidon Fanclub will spot you and Yona together. Laruta tries to listen in on your guy's conversation about how Sidon would used to trip on his own tail fin. Tula and Tona don't hesitate one moment and immediately approach you both asking for details about what it's like being with Sidon. These two somehow assigned themselves as unofficial thirdwheels to you, Sidon, and Yona. They are always excited to hear about any possible details!

Whenever the three of you walk together, you ALWAYS end up in the middle between them! They see you as a small cute hylian. You try to disagree, they don't care. Yona is on the left, and Sidon is on the right. They are both holding your hand. They sometimes like lifting you up, emphasizing you being small.

Whenever the three of you cuddle, you get sandwiched between the two of them. You can't complain!

Sidon and Yona are very protective over you. Living in Zora's Domain as a hylian can sometimes pose as a challenge. Both of them make an effort to make sure you feel welcomed and adjusted.

One day, when an elder Zora is giving you trouble; Sidon and Yona were quick to notice how short and rude this elder Zora was to you. "Hey now. There's no need to be so fowl to our darling! They are our equal!" Sidon says, immediately stepping in, defending you.

Sidon does his best to keep things as civil as possible, Yona on the other hand... This woman won't tolerate ANY bullsh*t that this elder says. She immediately shuts the elder down. "Say anything else or you'll be facing consequences." Yona snaps rather coldly, compared to her warm and caring self. This is a terrifying side to her that you rarely see. You and Sidon look ABSOLUTELY shocked.

For the tradition of a "Zora Princess" making her armour for the person she weds, Sidon and Yona sat down and had a conversation about it. Before you became their fiancé, they both proposed to you with a set of earrings. It wasn't by Hylian or Zora tradition, but instead something new. Your guy's tradition!

When comforting you on bad days, Yona will hum you a song and play with your hair to keep you in the moment. Sidon on the other hand, will hold your hands and reassure you with soft and loving words.

Bonus Headcanon (Slight NSFW):

When the three of you are in bed, you always end up being the bottom. No matter how much you attempt to be assertive in bed, Yona and Sidon will always dominate you before you even get the CHANCE.

[apothecaryscript]

Episode 5 (Ep.29): Moon Fairy / 第5話（第29話）『月精（げっせい/Gessei）』

猫猫（噂(うわさ)と言うのは尾ひれが付くものである。広く遠くへ伝わるほど事実とは異なり、時には噂が噂にとどまらなくなる。伝承(でんしょう)や神話(しんわ)の類(たぐ)いも、似たようなものなのかもしれないな…）

Maomao (Uwasa-to iu-nowa ohirega tsuku monode aru. Hiroku tooku’e tsutawaru-hodo jijitsu-towa kotonari, toki-niwa uwasaga uwasani todomara-naku naru. Denshoya shinwano taguimo, nita-yona mono nano-kamo shire-naina…)

Maomao (Rumors tend to take on lives of their own. The farther and wider they spread, the more distant they get from the truth. Sometimes, rumors become something else entirely. Perhaps things like mythology and fables are similar.)

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猫猫「行ってきます」

Maomao “Itte-kimasu.”

Maomao “I’m off.”

紅娘「行ってらっしゃい」

Hon’nyan “Itte-rasshai.”

Hongniang “Good luck.”

猫猫（後宮の北側にある荒れた桃園(とうえん)。近くには、古い廟(びょう)のような建物。そして池。昔この辺りに他の民族が住んでいたそうで、残された建物や外壁、地下通路は、今もそのまま利用されていると言う）

Maomao (Kokyuno kita-gawa-ni aru areta toen. Chikaku-niwa, furui byono-yona tate-mono. Soshite ike. Mukashi kono atarini hokano minzokuga sunde-ita-sode, noko-sareta tate-mono-ya gai-heki, chika-tsurowa, imamo sono-mama riyo-sarete-iruto iu.)

Maomao (The ruined peach orchard on the north side of the rear palace… An old shrine-like building nearby… And the pond. A long time ago, this place was home to a different ethnicity of people. They say we are still using the buildings, walls, and underground waterway that they left behind.)

猫猫「うおっ」

Maomao “Uo.”

子翠「だ～れだ？」

Shisui “Daaareda?”

Shisui “Guess who?”

猫猫「子翠」

Maomao “Shisui.”

Maomao “Shisui.”

子翠「正解！声でバレちゃった？」

Shisui “Seikai! Koede bare-chatta?”

Shisui “Correct! Did my voice give it away?”

猫猫（この人懐っこさ…さすが小蘭のだべり友達）

Maomao (Kono hito-natsukkosa… Sasuga Shaoran’no daberi-tomodachi.)

Maomao (She’s so friendly, it’s no wonder she’s chatty buddies with Xiaolan.)

子翠「エヘヘッ、猫猫、何してんの？」

Shisui “Ehehe, Maomao, nani shitenno?”

Shisui “Maomao, what are you doing?”

猫猫「子翠こそ、何でこんな所に？」

Maomao “Shisui-koso, nande konna tokoroni?”

Maomao “I’d ask the same of you. What are you doing all the way out here?”

子翠「私？私はちょっと用があって。フヒヒ…」

Shisui “Watashi? Watashiwa chotto yoga atte. Fuhihi…”

Shisui “Me? Oh, I just had some business to tend to.”

猫猫「つまみ食い？」

Maomao “Tsumami-gui?”

Maomao “Stealing food?”

子翠「違うけど。…これこれ！」

Shisui “Chigau-kedo. …Kore-kore!”

Shisui “No, actually. It’s this!”

猫猫「ん？」

Maomao “N?”

子翠「可愛いでしょ！」

Shisui “Kawaii-desho!”

Shisui “Cute, right?!”

猫猫「普通、これ嫌がらせに取られるから、やらない方がいいよ…」

Maomao “Futsu, kore iya-garase-ni torareru-kara, yaranai-hoga iiyo…”

Maomao “This would typically be considered harassment, so don’t do it to others.”

子翠「え～何で？こんなに可愛いのに！ここって本当にすごいよね！図鑑(ずかん)でしか見たことない虫がいっぱい！この虫もここに来て初めて見た��ん！」

Shisui “Eee nande? Konnani kawaii-noni! Kokotte hontoni sugoi-yone! Zukan-de-shika mita-koto-nai mushiga ippai! Kono mushimo kokoni kite hajimete mita-mon!”

Shisui “What? Why? It’s so cute! This place is really great! There’s so many insects here I’ve only ever seen in books! The first time I saw these guys was here, too!”

猫猫「へぇ…そうなんだ」

Maomao “Hee…So-nanda.”

Maomao “I see.”

猫猫（古くから交易(こうえき)をしていた土地だ。異国からの交易品に交じって、うまく繁殖(はんしょく)したのだろう）

Maomao (Furuku-kara koeki’o shite-ita tochida. Ikoku-karano koeki-hin’ni majitte, umaku hanshoku-shitano-daro.)

Maomao (This area has been a trading hub for ages. I guess some insects came in along with trade goods and found a home.)

猫猫「これ、蝶(ちょう)になるの？」

Maomao “Kore, choni naruno?”

Maomao “Do these become butterflies?”

子翠「ううん、蛾(が)だよ。夜行性(やこうせい)だから今は飛んでないけど、綺麗(きれい)な蛾なんだ～！」

Shisui “Uun, ga-dayo. Yakosei-dakara imawa tonde-nai-kedo, kireina ga nandaaa!”

Shisui “No, they’re moths! They’re nocturnal, so you won’t see any flying now, but they’re really pretty!”

猫猫（婆(ばばあ)が踊(おど)った時にも、いたのかな…）

Maomao (Babaaga odotta toki-nimo, itano-kana…)

Maomao (I wonder if they were around when the old lady danced.)

子翠「猫猫も夜、見においでよ！月明かりにフワフワ輝いて、桃源郷(とうげんきょう)にでも迷い込んだ気分になるんだから！」

Shisui “Maomaomo yoru, mini oideyo! Tsuki-akari-ni fuwa-fuwa kagayaite, togenkyo-ni-demo mayoi-konda kibun’ni narun-dakara!”

Shisui “You should come see them at night, Maomao! They flit around and sparkle in the moonlight… It makes you feel like you’ve wandered into paradise!”

猫猫「そんな大げさな……あ。月明かりに輝いて…？この蛾って、羽化(うか)したらすぐ交尾(こうび)する？」

Maomao “Sonna oogesana……A. Tsuki-akari-ni kagayaite…? Kono gate, uka-shitara sugu kobi-suru?”

Maomao “That sounds exaggerated… Sparkle in the moonlight…? Do these moths mate right after they emerge?”

子翠「するんじゃない？成虫(せいちゅう)になったら、ご飯食��られなくて、すぐ死んじゃうらしいから…」

Shisui “Surunja nai? Seichu-ni nattara, gohan tabe-rare-nakute, sugu shinjau-rashii-kara…”

Shisui “I guess? I heard they die right after maturing because they can’t eat.”

猫猫「ねぇ、この蛾の雌雄(しゆう)の区別(くべつ)って、できる？」

Maomao “Nee, kono gano shiyuno kubetsutte, dekiru?”

Maomao “Hey, can you see which of these moths are male and female?”

子翠「大体なら、できると思うけど…」

Shisui “Daitai-nara, dekiruto omou-kedo…”

Shisui “Mostly, I guess…”

猫猫「子翠！」

Maomao “Shisui!”

Maomao “Shisui!”

子翠「えっ」

Shisui “E.”

Shisui “Huh?”

猫猫「手伝ってもらいたいことがある」

Maomao “Tetsudatte morai-tai kotoga aru.”

Maomao “There’s something I need your help with.”

子翠「あ……ん？」

Shisui “A……n?”

猫猫（これは……いけるかもしれない！）

Maomao (Korewa……ikeru-kamo shire-nai!)

Maomao (This… This might actually work!)

子翠「……悪いこと？」

Shisui “……Warui koto?”

Shisui “Is it something bad…?”

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猫猫（数日後、特使を招いての宴(うたげ)が催(もよお)された。50年前、月の精が現れたという北の庭園で。本来、男子禁制(だんしきんせい)の宮だが、特例で男性官吏(だんせいかんり)も入園が許可され、上級妃たちも参加することになった。出席者は馬車の中から宴を楽しむ。異国の特使を見せ物にしないという配慮(はいりょ)でもあるが…）

Maomao (Sujitsu-go, tokushi’o maneite-no utagega moyoo-sareta. Goju-nen-mae, tsukino seiga arawareta-to-iu kitano teiende. Honrai, danshi-kinsei-no miya-daga, tokureide dansei-kanri-mo nyuenga Kyoka-sare, jokyu-hi-tachimo sanka-suru kotoni natta. Shusseki-sha-wa bashano naka-kara utage’o tanoshimu. Ikokuno tokushi’o mise-mono-ni shinai-to-iu hairyo-demo aruga…)

Maomao (A few days later, a banquet was held for the envoys. It took place in the northern garden, where the ‘Moon Fairy’ appeared 50 years ago. The rear palace is usually off limits to men, but a special exception was made to allow male officials to join. The high-ranking concubines also joined. The guests enjoyed the shows from within their carriages. This was done out of concern for the envoys, to make they didn’t attract unwanted attention, but…)

猫猫「青い瞳(ひとみ)に金の髪…。美人だな…。やはり、下手(へた)な役者は充(あ)てられない」

Maomao “Aoi hitomi-ni kin’no kami… Bijin dana… Yahari, hetana yakushawa ate-rare-nai.”

Maomao “Blue eyes, golden hair… they really are pretty. I knew it. A normal performer would make no impression.”

猫猫（それに、御簾(みす)を上まで上げ、皇帝に顔見せしているのは、よほど自信があるのだろう…。何より、おとなしそうな奥の美女はともかく、手前の美女は、自分が誰よりも美しいという自信にあふれている。異国から来た2人の美人特使が、上級妃に張り合える美しさなのは間違いないな…）

Maomao (Soreni, misu’o ue-made age, koteini kao-mise-shite-iru-nowa, yohodo jishinga aruno-daro… Nani-yori, otonashi-sona okuno bijowa tomokaku, temaeno bijowa, jibunga dare-yorimo utsukushii-to-iu jishin’ni afurete-iru. Ikoku-kara kita futarino bijin-tokushi-ga, jokyu-hini hari-aeru utsukushisa nanowa machigai-naina…)

Maomao (Also, they have their blinds raised all the way up, showing their faces to the emperor. They must really be confident. The lady further away seems to be a quiet type, but the lady closer to me seems full of confidence that she’s the most beautiful woman in the world. For sure, these two special envoys are on par with the high-ranked concubines in terms of beauty.)

猫猫（いつもより演奏(えんそう)も演目(えんもく)も派手(はで)めだ。特使に合わせてるんだろう。でも…本人たちは退屈(たいくつ)そうだ。期待外(きたいはず)れとでも言いたいのか…）

Maomao (Itsumo-yori ensomo enmokumo hademe-da. Tokushini awaseterun-daro. Demo…hon’nin-tachiwa taikutsu-soda. Kitai-hazure-to-demo iitai-noka…)

Maomao (The music and performances are flashier than usual. I guess it’s to match the envoys. But… They seem bored. I guess it’s not good enough for them.)

猫猫「それにしても、よく似ているな…」

Maomao “Soreni-shitemo, yok unite-iruna…”

Maomao “They really do look alike, though.”

猫猫（同じ祖父を持つ従姉妹(いとこ)だと聞いたが、双子(ふたご)みたいだ…。あの2人なら、高順様に聞いた『鏡の話』も可能だろうな……ん？）��あ……」

Maomao (Onaji sofu’o motsu itoko-dato kiitaga, futago mitaida… Ano futari-nara, Gaoshun-samani kiita ‘kagami-no hanashi’mo kano darona……N?) “A……”

Maomao (I heard they’re cousins with a shared grandfather, but they appear like twins. These two would be able to pull off the mirror trick from Master Gaoshun’s story.) “Hmm?”

姶良(アイラ)「ごきげんよう。せっかくの宴ですのに、こんなに離(はな)れてしまうなんて。もう少し近くで、お話をしたいでス。今日、皇弟(おうてい)様はご欠席トカ。ぜひお会いしたかったでス」

Aira “Gokigen-yo. Sekkakuno utage desu-noni, konna’ni hanarete-shimau-nante. Mo sukoshi chikakude, ohanashi’o shitai-desu. Kyo, otei-samawa go-kesseki-toka. Zehi oai-shitakatta-desu.”

Ayla “Greetings. I do not want to be so far apart at such a wonderful party. I would like to be closer to speak to you. I hear your brother is not attending today. I would have loved to meet him.”

猫猫（うわぁ…怖い。これは怖いな……。特使の本当の目的は、皇帝とその弟…2人の寵愛(ちょうあい)を受け、婚姻関係(こんいんかんけい)を結(むす)びたいという政治的思惑(せいじてきおもわく)があるのだろう…）

Maomao (Uwaa…kowai. Korewa kowaina…… Tokshi’no hontono mokutekiwa, kotei-to sono ototo… Futarino choai’o uke, kon’in-kankei’o musubi-taito-iu seiji-teki-omowaku-ga aruno-daro…)

Maomao (Yikes, that’s scary. Super scary. The special envoys’ real goal is to get to the emperor and his brother… To receive their love. A political machination involving marriage.)

姶良「もしよろしければ…」

Aira “Moshi yoroshi-kereba…”

Ayla “If it would please you―”

愛凛(アイリーン)「姶良(アイラ)、そろそろ戻りなさい。せっかくの舞台よ。ちゃんと楽しむべきでしょう」

Airin “Aira, soro-soro modori-nasai. Sekkakuno butai-yo. Chanto tanoshimu beki-desho.

Aylin “Ayla. That’s enough. They put on a great show for us. We must enjoy it properly.”

姶良「失礼しましタ。……フッ」

Aira “Shitsurei shima-shita. ……Fu.”

Ayla “My apologies.”

玉葉妃「紅娘」

Gyokuyo-hi “Hon’nyan.”

Concubine Gyokuyou “Hongniang.”

猫猫（何とかなったか…。ヒヤヒヤした～…。そもそもあの2人は、祖父が見たという絶世(ぜっせい)の美女になど、興味(きょうみ)がないのかもしれない…。この世に自分たち以上の美人はいない…そう自負(じふ)しているのだ。この分(ぶん)では、四夫人に鏡を贈ったのも、挑発(ちょうはつ)のつもりなのかもな…。まぁいい。私の仕事は、2人に月の精を見せることだ）

Maomao (Nantoka natta-ka… Hiya-hiya shitaaa… Somo-somo ano futariwa, sofuga mita-to-iu zesseino bijo-ni-nado, kyomiga naino-kamo shire-nai… Kono yoni jibun-tachi-ijono bijinwa inai… So jifu-shite-iru-noda. Kono bun-dewa, yon-fujin-ni kagami’o okutta-nomo, chohatsu-no tsumori nano-kamo-na… Maa ii. Watashino shigotowa, futarini tsukino sei’o miseru kotoda.)

Maomao (Crisis averted. That was too scary. Maybe those two have no interest in the legendary beauty their grandfather saw. ‘There is no one more beautiful than us.’ That’s what they truly believe. Maybe the mirrors they sent to the four concubines were actually a provocation. No matter. My job is to show them the ‘moon fairy.’)

猫猫「そろそろ宴が終わりそうですが、どうでしょうか？」

Maomao “Soro-soro utagega owari-so-desuga, do-deshoka?”

Maomao “The banquet’s almost over. How’s everything going?”

高順「できるだけのことは…やりました…」

Gaoshun “Dekiru-dakeno kotowa…yari-mashita…”

Gaoshun “I did the best I could.”

猫猫（…まぁ、そういう反応になるわな…）

Maomao (…Maa, so-iu han’no-ni naru-wana…)

Maomao (Yeah, that’s the natural reaction, I guess.)

猫猫「では、行きましょうか」

Maomao “Dewa, iki-mashoka.”

Maomao “Alright, let’s go.”

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姶良「音楽は私たちに合わせて派手にしていたようだけど、踊りは大したことなかったわね、愛凛。四夫人とやらも、御簾に隠(かく)れたまま。おじいさまが見た月精だって、どれほどのものか…」

Aira “Ongakuwa watashi-tachini awasete hadeni shite-ita-yo-dakedo, odoriwa taishita-koto nakatta-wane, Airīn. Yon-fujin-toyara-mo, misuni kakureta-mama. Ojiisamaga mita gessei-datte, dore-hodono monoka…”

Ayla “They seem to have made the music more colorful to match us, but the dancing seemed just average, Aylin. The famous four concubines are hidden behind their blinds. The moon fairy that our grandfather saw probably wasn’t that impressive, either.”

愛凛「姶良、ここで話すことではないわ。終わってから、部屋で話しましょう」

Airīn “Aira, kokode hanasu koto-dewa naiwa. Owatte-kara, heyade hanashi-masho.”

Aylin “Ayla, that’s not something we should be discussing now. Let’s talk about it when we get back to our room.”

姶良「すぐに皇帝から声がかかるかもしれないわよ。ん？」

Aira “Suguni kotei-kara koega kakaru-kamo shire-nai-wayo. N?”

Ayla “What if the emperor wanted us right away?”

2人「はっ…」

Futari “Ha…”

猫猫（ん？この野郎…）「うおっ」

Maomao (N? Kono yaro…) “Uo.”

Maomao (This guy…)

猫猫（50年前、特使の祖父が見た景色とは、これではなかろうか）

Maomao (Goju-nen-mae, tokushino sofuga mita keshiki-towa, kore-dewa nakaroka.)

Maomao (Fifty years ago… I’m guessing that this is what the envoy’s grandfather saw.)

愛凛「あっ…」

Airīn “A…”

姶良「はっ…」

Aira “Ha…”

姶良「（トルコ語）」

Aira “(Toruko-go)”

Ayla “What’s going on?! Where did she go?! In fact, who was that?!”

猫猫「ディアーナ」

Maomao “Diāna.”

Maomao “Diana.”

姶良「あっ…」

Aira “A…”

猫猫（発音には自信がなかったけど、通じたみたいだ。西方に伝わる、月の女神の名が）

Maomao (Hatsuon-niwa jishinga nakatta-kedo, tsujita mitaida. Saihoni tsutawaru, tsukino megamino naga.)

Maomao (I wasn’t sure I got the pronunciation right, but I guess they got it. The name of a moon goddess in a western legend.)

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高順「うまくいったようで」

Gaoshun “Umaku-itta yode.”

Gaoshun “It appears to have worked out.”

猫猫「ええ。思った通りの演出になったと思います。暗闇(くらやみ)の中で黒い布を剥(は)げば、突如(とつじょ)現れたように見えるでしょう。何より、その蛾が決め手です」

Maomao “Ee. Omotta-toorino enshutsu-ni natta-to omoi-masu. Kura-yami-no nakade kuroi nuno’o hageba, totsujo arawareta-yoni mieru desho.”

Maomao “Yes. I think we were able to pull off what we intended. Pulling off a dark cloth in the dark will make it seem like the person suddenly appeared. These moths, though, are the finishing touch.”

猫猫（やり手婆の絵に描かれた淡(あわ)い光の正体(しょうたい)は、蛾の成虫だった。婆は嫌がらせだと言っていた）

Maomao (Yarite-Babaano eni egakareta awai hikarino shotaiwa, gano seichu datta. Babaawa iya-garase-dato itte-ita.)

Maomao (The glowing lights depicted in the painting from the old lady were actually mature moths. The old lady said it was a prank pulled on her.)

やり手婆「当日アタシの衣装にイタズラする奴らがいたのさ。虫の死骸(しがい)をこすり付けられてね」

Yarite-Babaa “Tojitsu atashino ishoni itazura-suru yatsuraga itanosa. Mushino shigai’o kosuri-tsuke-rarete-ne.”

Madam “There were idiots who tampered with my costume that night. They rubbed insect carcasses on it.”

猫猫（虫の中には、異性を呼ぶために匂いを発するものがいる。匂いにつられて来た雄(おす)が婆の周りに集まって、光をまとって舞う月の精に見えたわけだ…。何という偶然(ぐうぜん)…。手伝ってくれた子翠と小蘭には、お礼をしなくちゃな）

Maomao (Mushino naka-niwa, isei’o yobu-tameni nioi’o hassuru monoga iru. Nioini tsurarete-kita osuga babaano mawarini atsumatte, hikari’o matotte mau tsukino seini mieta wakeda… Nanto-iu guzen… Tetsudatte-kureta Shisuito Shaoran-niwa, orei’o shinakucha-na.)

Maomao (Some insects emit scents to attract the opposite sex. Male moths were attracted to the old lady by the smell. Their glow made her appear like a moon fairy, dancing with the lights. What a coincidence… I have to thank Shisui and Xiaolan for their help.)

猫猫（しかし、特使だけにあの光景を見せるのは苦労した。御者(ぎょしゃ)にはあらかじめ、こちらを見ないよう言い含め、何かあってもすぐ飛び出せるよう、高順様たちがそばで待機(たいき)していた。あれは皆に見せる代物(しろもの)ではない…。傾国(けいこく)…まさに国を傾ける破壊力(はかいりょく)がある）

Maomao (Shikashi, tokushi-dakeni ano kokei’o miseru-nowa kuro-shita. Gyosha-niwa arakajime, kochira’o minai-yo ii-fukume, nanika attemo sugu tobi-daseru-yo, Gaoshun-sama-tachiga sobade taiki shite-ita. Arewa minani miseru shiro-mono-dewa nai… Keikoku… Masani kuni’o katamukeru hakai-ryoku-ga aru.)

Maomao (It took a lot of work to make sure only the envoys saw this. We had to make sure the carriage driver didn’t look this way. Master Gaoshun and a few others were close by, so they could step in if something happened. That wasn’t a sight anyone else should see. That was truly a powerful presentation, enough to topple nations.)

壬氏「おい…言う通りにした後は放置(ほうち)か」

Jinshi “Oi… Iu-toorini shita atowa hochi-ka.”

Jinshi “Hey! After I do what you tell me, you just ignore me?”

猫猫「おっ。ありがとうございます、壬氏様。重い衣装のまま、対岸(たいがん)まで泳いでいただいて」

Maomao “O. Arigato gozai-masu, Jinshi-sama. Omoi ishono mama, taigan-made oyoide itadaite.”

Maomao “Thank you very much, Master Jinshi, for swimming all the way to the opposite shore in your heavy outfit.”

壬氏「ハァ…うまくいったのか？」

Jinshi “Haa… Umaku itta-noka?”

Jinshi “Did it work?”

猫猫「ええ。特使たってのご要望に、これ以上なく応(こた)えられたと思います」

Maomao “Ee. Tokushi-tatteno go-yoboni, kore-ijo-naku kotae-rareta-to omoi-masu.”

Maomao “Yes, I think we responded perfectly to the wishes of the envoys.”

壬氏「そうか…。後は知らんからな。髪がまだ濡(ぬ)れているぞ！」

Jinshi “Soka… Atowa shiran-karana. Kamiga mada nurete-iruzo!”

Jinshi “I see. Well, it’s out of my hands now. My hair is still wet!”

猫猫「ハァ…」

Maomao “Haa…”

壬氏「フン！」

Jinshi “Fun!”

猫猫（…自分でやればいいのに）

Maomao (…Jibunde yareba ii-noni.)

Maomao (He could do this by himself.)

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姶良「…なら、いいわ」

Aira “…Nara, iiwa.”

Ayla “Fine, then.”

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小蘭「あっ、猫猫！これから手習い所なんだ！」

Shaoran “A, Maomao! Kore-kara tenarai-jo nanda!”

Xiaolan “Oh, Maomao! I’m about to go off to school!”

猫猫「ああ、あれ無事に開設(かいせつ)されたんだ」

Maomao “Aa, are bujini kaisetsu saretanda.”

Maomao “Oh, they ended up actually following through.”

小蘭「記念すべき一期生(いっきせい)になったんだ！じゃあ行ってくるね～！」

Shaoran “Kinen-subeki ikki-sei-ni nattanda! Jaa itte-kuruneee!”

Xiaolan “I’m proud to be the first generation! Okay, I’m off!”

猫猫「頑張ってね」

Maomao “Ganbatte-ne.”

Maomao “Good luck.”

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猫猫「フゥ……暇だなぁ…」

Maomao “Fuu……Hima-da-naa…”

Maomao “I’m bored.”

猫猫（翡翠宮に戻っても、大した仕事はないしな…。やぶ医者の所は、香油の件に巻き込まれて忙しそうだし…）

Maomao (Hisui-Kyuni modottemo, taishita shigotowa naishi-na… Yabu-Ishano tokorowa, koyuno ken’ni maki-komarete isogashi-so-dashi…)

Maomao (There’s not much work to do back at the Jade Pavilion. The quack doctor seems to be busy with the scented oils issue.)

Guen(Quack Doctor) “This way! No, that way!”

猫猫（あの香油の事件、完全に片が付いたわけじゃない。一つ一つは微量(びりょう)でも、組み合わせ次第で毒になり得(う)る。そんな物を一体誰が、持ち込むように仕向けたのか？）

Maomao (Ano koyuno jiken, kanzen’ni kataga tsuita-wakeja nai. Hitotsu-hitotsuwa biryo-demo, kumi-awase-shidaide dokuni nari-uru. Sonna mono’o ittai darega, mochi-komu-yoni shimuketa-noka?)

Maomao (That problem hasn’t been completely solved yet. Individually, they’re small, but when combined, they could be poisonous. Who conspired to get those brought in here?)

壬氏「調べているが、どの宮の者も大量に香油を購入していた。翡翠宮の侍女たちもだ。毒になるものは処分させたが……例えば、あの特使たちの手配、ということは考えられないか？」

Jinshi “Shirabete-iruga, dono miyano monomo tairyoni koyu’o konyu shite-ita. Hisui-Kyuno jijo-tachi-mo-da. Dokuni naru-monowa shobun sasetaga……tatoeba, ano tokushi-tachino tehai, to-iu-kotowa kangae-rare-naika?”

Jinshi “I’m looking into it, but the oils were purchased in large quantities by members of all pavilions. Including the women in the Jade Pavilion. I had them get rid of any that could become poisonous, but… Is it possible the special envoys did this?”

猫猫「どうでしょう。彼女たちの狙いに、妃の座に潜り込むということもあったと思いますが…。矜持(きょうじ)はズタボロで、それどころじゃないでしょうね」

Maomao “Do-desho. Kanojo-tachino neraini, kisakino zani moguri-komu-to iu-kotomo attato omoi-masuga… Kyojiwa zuta-boro-de, sore-dokoroja nai-deshone.”

Maomao “I’m not sure. I’m sure ‘landing a spot as a concubine’ was on their list of goals, but…with their pride destroyed, they have much more to worry about.”

壬氏「ん？」

Jinshi “N?”

猫猫（後宮には４人の上級妃がいる。親の権力を考えると、最も重要視(じゅうようし)されるべきは楼蘭妃だろう。父親の子昌は、先の皇帝の代から重用(ちょうよう)されていた寵臣(ちょうしん)だ。主上は定期的に通(かよ)っているようだが、あまり熱量(ねつりょう)は高くなさそうだ）

Maomao (Kokyu-niwa yo-nin-no jokyu-hi-ga iru. Oyano kenryoku’o kangaeruto, mottomo juyoshi sareru-bekiwa Roran-hi daro. Chichi-oya-no Shishowa, Sakino koteino dai-kara choyo sarete-ita choshin-da. Shujowa teiki-teki-ni kayotte-iru-yodaga, amari netsuryowa takaku-nasa-soda.)

Maomao (There are four high-ranking concubines in the rear palace. Given the influence her father exerts, Concubine Loulan should be the most important. Her father, Shishou, is a favorite retainer who’s held that spot since the previous emperor’s reign. The emperor does visit her often, but he doesn’t seem too passionate about it.)

猫猫（次に親の位(くらい)が高いのは梨花妃だが、皇帝の外戚(がいせき)であることに起因(きいん)していて、出世にがっつく性格ではない。東宮(とうぐう)を亡くして病(やまい)にかかっていたが、今は再び主上の寵愛(ちょうあい)を受けている。逆に、ここ数代(すうだい)でのし上がってきた里樹妃の実家は、先代皇帝に幼い娘を差し出すほどの野心家(やしんか)だ。しかし、主上はあいにく豊満(ほうまん)な女性が好みなので、阿多妃が去った後もお手付きになっていないと言う）

Maomao (Tsugini oyano kuraiga takai-nowa Rifa-hi daga, koteino gaiseki-de aru-kotoni kiin-shite-ite, shusseni gattsuku seikaku-dewa nai. Togu’o nakushite yamaini kakatte-itaga, imawa futatabi shujono choai’o ukete-iru. Gyakuni, koko-sudaide noshi-agatte-kita Rīshu-hi-no jikkawa, sendai-koteini osanai musume’o sashi-dasu-hodono yashinka da. Shikashi, shujowa ainiku homan’na joseiga konomi nanode, Āduo-hi-ga satta-atomo otetsukini natte-inai-to iu.)

Maomao (Concubine Lihua ranks second in terms of family power, but theirs comes from being maternally related to the emperor. That makes her not as hungry for power. She fell ill after losing her prince, but after recovering, she receives the love of the emperor. Concubine Lishu’s family, on the contrary, rose up in power in recent generations. They’re quite ambitious, even sending their young daughter to the previous emperor. But, unfortunately for them, the emperor likes voluptuous women. I hear that even after Concubine Ah-Duo left, he hasn’t laid a hand on her.”

猫猫（一方で、帝の寵愛が最も大きいのは玉葉妃だ。娘の鈴麗公主に加え、再び主上の子を身ごもっている。故郷である西方の国は、交易で潤(うるお)っているように見えるが、土地は痩(や)せていて決して豊かとは言えないと言う。玉葉妃は過去に二度、毒による暗殺未遂(あ��さつみすい)に遭(あ)っている。昨年起きた園遊会での事件は、阿多妃の侍女頭が、里樹妃を狙って独断(どくだん)でやったものである。その理由は権力のためではなく、いかにも人間らしい動機(どうき)であった。しかし、その前、鈴麗公主を妊娠中の玉葉妃に毒を盛った犯人は、誰だったのか…。紅娘様のにらみ通りであれば、犯人は先日のキノコ事件で亡くなった中級妃だ。しかし中級妃は、どこで毒の知識を手に入れたのだろうか……）

Maomao (Ippode, mikadono choaiga mottomo ookii-nowa Gyokuyo-hi da. Musumeno Rinrī-hime-ni kuwae, futatabi shujono ko’o migomotte-iru. Kokyode-aru saihono kuniwa, koekide uruotte-iru-yoni mieruga, tochiwa yasete-ite kesshite yutaka-towa ienai-to iu. Gyokuyo-hiwa kakoni nido, dokuni-yoru ansatsu-misui-ni atte-iru. Sakunen okita en’yu-kai-deno jikenwa, Āduo-hi-no jijo-gashira-ga, Rīshu-hi’o neratte dokudande yatta monode aru. Sono riyuwa kenryokuno tame-dewa-naku, ikanimo ningen-rashii dokide atta. Shikashi, sono-mae, Rinrī-hime’o ninshin-chuno Gyokuyo-hini doku’o motta han’ninwa dare datta-noka… Hon’nyan-samano nirami-dooride areba, han’ninwa senjitsuno kinoko-jikende naku-natta chukyu-hi da. Shikashi chukyu-hiwa, dokode dokuno chishiki’o teni iretano-daroka……)

Maomao (On the other hand, Concubine Gyokuyou receives the most love from the emperor. In addition to Princess Lingli, she’s pregnant with another child from the emperor. The western nation from which she hails appears to be booming from trade, but in reality, they say they’re not that rich, since the land there is infertile. Concubine Gyokuyou has had two attempts made on her life through poisoning. The culprit of the garden party incident last year was Concubine Ah-Duo’s head lady-in-waiting, plotted and executed by her alone against Concubine Lishu. It wasn’t done for power, but for a more human, personal reason. But who was behind the previous poisoning attempt on Concubine Gyokuyou, while she was pregnant with Princess Lingli? If Lady Hongniang’s read is correct, it was the medium-ranking concubine that died in the mushroom incident from the other day. But where did that concubine learn about poisons?)

猫猫（…翠苓…。いまだ彼女の行方(ゆくえ)は分かっていない。なぜ……何のために……何が目的で壬氏様を狙ったのか…）

Maomao (…Suirei… Imada kanojono yukuewa wakatte-inai. Naze……Nanno tameni……Naniga mokuteki-de Jinshi-sama’o neratta-noka…)

Maomao (Suirei… They haven’t found out what happened to her. Why? For what cause? Why did she go after Master Jinshi?)

猫猫「ただの毒見役が、こんなこと考えて何になる…。気分転換(きぶんてんかん)でもするか」

Maomao “Tadano dokumi-yaku-ga, konna koto kangaete nan-ni naru… Kibun-tenkan-demo suruka.”

Maomao “I’m just a taster. There’s no need for me to worry about this. Maybe I’ll go for a walk.”

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猫猫（サクランボは、そろそろ終わるなぁ…。ん？あれは水晶宮の侍女たち。）

Maomao (Sakuranbowa, soro-soro owaru-naa… N? Arewa Suisho-kyuno jijo-tachi.)

Maomao (Cherry season is almost over. Hmm? Those are the ladies-in-waiting from the Crystal Pavilion.)

侍女「うっ…」

Jijo “U…”

侍女「い～っ…」

Jijo “Iii…”

猫猫（ちょっとひんむいたくらいで大袈裟(おおげさ)な…。ん？水晶宮の中で、一人だけ香油をつけていなかった侍女だ）

Maomao (Chotto hinmuita-kuraide oogesana… N? Suisho-Kyuno nakade, hitori-dake koyu’o tsukete-inakatta jijoda.)

Maomao (What an overreaction. All I did was push them around a little. That’s the only woman who wasn’t wearing scented oils at the Crystal Pavilion.)

猫猫（流行(はや)りに敏感(びんかん)な水晶宮で珍しいと思ったけど…一人ぐらいはいるか）

Maomao (Hayarini binkan’na Suisho-Kyud mezurashii-to omotta-kedo… Hitori-guraiwa iruka.)

Maomao (I thought it was peculiar, seeing how the entire Crystal Pavilion seems to pick up on trends, but I guess every group has one of those.)

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愛藍「うっ……ちょっと、だるいかもしれない…」

Airan “U……Chotto, darui-kamo shire-nai…”

Ailan “I feel a bit sick.”

桜花「風邪とか、やめてよ。玉葉様たちにうつったら、どうする気よ」

Infa “Kaze-toka, yameteyo. Gyokuyo-sama-tachini utsuttara, do-suru ki-yo.”

Yinghua “A cold? Come on. We don’t want Lady Gyokuyou or the princess to get it.”

愛藍「気を付けてたんだけどね…」

Airan “Ki’o tsuketetan-dakedo-ne…”

Ailan “I was trying to be careful, but…”

猫猫「微熱(びねつ)がありますね…。風邪薬を煎じましょうか？」

Maomao “Binetsu-ga ari-masune… Kaze-gusuri’o senji-mashoka?”

Maomao “You have a slight fever. Should I make some medicine for you?”

桜花「それなら、薬を作った後に、一応診療所(しんりょうじょ)に連れて行ってくれない？」

Infa “Sore-nara, kusuri’o tsukutta atoni, ichio shinryo-jo-ni tsurete-itte kure-nai?”

Yinghua “In that case, after you make the medicine, can you take her to the clinic?”

猫猫「診療所ですか？」

Maomao “Shinryo-jo desuka?”

Maomao “The clinic?”

桜花「医局とは違うわよ。とにかく、愛藍が知っているから、連れて行ってあげて」

Infa “Ikyoku-towa chigau-wayo. Tonikaku, Airanga shitte-iru-kara, tsurete-itte-agete.”

Yinghua “Not the medical office. Ailan knows where to go, just take her with you.”

猫猫「分かりました」

Maomao “Wakari-mashita.”

Maomao “Understood.”

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猫猫（後宮の北側に、こんな所があったとは…。近くに洗濯場(せんたくば)があるのは、服や敷物(しきもの)を頻繁(ひんぱん)に洗えて合理的(ごうりてき)だな…）

Maomao (Kokyuno kita-gawa-ni, konna tokoroga atta-towa… Chikakuni sentaku-ba-ga aru-nowa, fukuya shiki-mono’o hinpan’ni araete gori-teki dana…)

Maomao “I didn’t know such a place existed on the north side of the rear palace. It’s close to the washhouse. That’s efficient, since you can wash clothes and rugs often.)

愛藍「すいません。風邪を引いたみたいです」

Airan “Suimasen. Kaze’o hiita mitai desu.”

Ailan “I’m sorry. I seem to have caught a cold.”

猫猫（中年の女官なんて珍しいな…）

Maomao (Chunen-no nyokan-nante mezurashii-na…)

Maomao (A middle-aged court lady? That’s rare.)

深緑「微熱だね。舌(した)、出してみ。う～ん…そこまでひどくはないようだけど。２～３日無理をしなければ問題ない程度だよ。どうする？」

Shinryu “Binetsu-dane. Shita dashite-mi. Uuun… Soko-made hidokuwa nai-yo-dakedo. Ni-san-nichi muri’o shi-nakereba mondai-nai teido dayo. Do-suru?”

Shinryu “A slight fever. Show me your tongue. Hmm. It doesn’t seem too bad. You should be fine if you don’t push yourself too hard over the next couple of days, but what do you want to do?”

愛藍「妃にうつすわけにはいかないので、念のため泊めていただけますか？」

Airan “Kisakini utsusu wake-niwa ikanai-node, nen-no-tame tomete-itadake-masuka?”

Ailan “I don’t want the concubines to catch it. Could I stay overnight, just to be safe?”

深緑「ついておいで」

Shinryu “Tsuite-oide.”

Shinryu “Follow me.”

猫猫（やぶ医者よりよっぽど手慣れていて、見立てもしっかりしている）

Maomao (Yabu-Isha-yori yoppodo tenarete-ite, mitate-mo shikkari-shite-iru.)

Maomao (She seems much more professional than the quack doctor, and her diagnosis is sound.)

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愛藍「この匂い、苦手なのよね…」

Airan “Kono nioi, negate nano-yone…”

Ailan “I hate this smell.”

猫猫「アルコールの匂いですね。清潔にしている証拠ですよ。窓が多くて風通(かぜとお)しもいいですし、質素(しっそ)な分、掃除も行き届いてます。療養(りょうよう)には最適な場所かと」

Maomao “Arukōru-no nioi desune. Seiketsu-ni shite-iru shoko desuyo. Madoga ookute kaze-tooshi-mo ii-desushi, shissona-bun, sojimo yuki-todoite-masu. Ryoyo-niwa saitekina basho-kato.”

Maomao “It’s alcohol. It means this place is kept clean. There’s lots of windows, meaning it has good ventilation. The place is kept simple, making it easier to clean thoroughly. Seems like the perfect place to recover from an illness.”

深緑「ここの部屋を使いな」

Shinryu “Kokono heya’o tsukai-na.”

Shinryu “Use this room.”

愛藍「ありがとうございます。猫猫、明日には戻るって伝えて」

Airan “Arigato gozai-masu. Maomao, ashita-niwa modorutte tsutaete.”

Ailan “Thank you. Maomao, tell the others I’ll be back tomorrow.”

猫猫「分かりました」

Maomao “Wakari-mashita.”

Maomao “Understood.”

猫猫（具合の悪い侍女は、こうやって隔離(かくり)しておくのか…）「うおっ」

Maomao (Guaino warui jijowa, ko-yatte kakuri shite-oku-noka…) “Uo.”

Maomao (So, this is how they quarantine the ladies-in-waiting who aren’t feeling well.)

深緑「あんたは仕事に戻んな。付き添いだからって、サボれると思うんじゃないよ」

Shinryu “Antawa shigotoni modon’na. Tsuki-soi dakaratte, saboreru-to omounja naiyo.”

Shinryu “You, get back to work. Don’t think assisting a sick person gets you out of work.”

猫猫「うっ…」

Maomao “U…”

深緑「何だい？それとも、ここの洗濯物、ぜーんぶ畳(たた)んでくれるかい？」

Shinryu “Nan-dai? Sore-tomo, kokono sentaku-mono, zeeenbu tatande-kureru-kai?”

Shinryu “Or do you want to fold up all of this laundry?”

猫猫「あ～…失礼しました」

Maomao “Aaa…Shitsurei shima-shita.”

Maomao “Excuse me!”

猫猫（やっぱり小母(おば)ちゃんには勝てないな～。それにしても…年かさの女官ばかりな…）

Maomao (Yappari obachan-niwa kate-nai-naaa. Soreni-shitemo…toshi-kasano nyokan bakari-na…)

Maomao (I really can’t stand up to older women. But anyway… There seems to be a lot of older court ladies here.)

猫猫「後宮では、歳を取ったら半強制的(はんきょうせいてき)に入れ替えられるけど、診療所では経験や知識が必要だから、長く残されているのかな……うおっ」

Maomao “Kokyu-dewa, toshi’o tottara han-kyosei-teki-ni irekae-rareru-kedo, shinryo-jo-dewa keiken’ya chishikiga hitsuyo-dakara, nagaku nokosarete-iruno-kana……Uo.”

Maomao “In the rear palace, once a woman reaches a certain age, she’s more or less forced out and replaced. I guess they need clinic workers to have experience and knowledge, so they get to stay longer…”

壬氏「独り言をブツブツ言いながら歩くな。こけるぞ」

Jinshi “Hitori-goto’o butsu-butsu ii-nagara aruku-na. Kokeru-zo.”

Jinshi “Don’t walk around while talking to yourself. You’ll trip.”

猫猫「何か言ってました？」

Maomao “Nanika itte-mashita?”

Maomao “Was I saying anything?”

壬氏「ハァ…」

Jinshi “Haa…”

猫猫「何かご用でしょうか？」

Maomao “Nanika goyo deshoka?”

Maomao “Can I help you?”

壬氏「いや、用があるわけじゃないが、偶然会って話しかけたら悪いのか？」

Jinshi “Iya, yoga aru-wakeja naiga, guzen atte hanashi-kake-tara warui-noka?”

Jinshi “Well, no, I don’t have any business. What’s wrong with talking to you if I happen to walk by?”

高順「う……」

Gaoshun “U……”

猫猫「うぅ…」

Maomao “Uu…”

壬氏「どこへ行っていた？」

Jinshi “Doko’e itte-ita?”

Jinshi “Where were you just now?”

猫猫「診療所です。あんな場所があったんですね」

Maomao “Shinryo-jo desu. Anna bashoga attan-desune.”

Maomao “The clinic. I didn’t know that place existed.”

壬氏「後宮に入った時、一応全て案内されるはずだが、漏(も)れていたのか？」

Jinshi “Kokyuni haitta-toki, ichio subete an’nai-sareru hazu-daga, morete-ita-noka?”

Jinshi “You should have received a guide to all of the places here when you first came. Did they forget to show you?”

猫猫「売られて来たばかりで、ふてくされていたので、聞いてなかったのかもしれません」

Maomao “Urarete-kita-bakaride, fute-kusarete-ita-node, kiite-nakattano-kamo shire-masen.”

Maomao “I may not have been paying attention, what with being discontent from being sold off suddenly.”

猫猫（前もそうだったが、この話をすると妙に落ち込む…）

Maomao (Maemo so-dattaga, kono hanashi’o suruto myoni ochi-komu…)

Maomao (This happened before too, but he seems saddened when he hears this story.)

猫猫「思った以上によくできた場所だったので、驚きました。むしろ、あそこを医局にした方が良いのでは？」

Maomao “Omotta-ijoni yoku dekita basho datta-node, odoroki-mashita. Mushiro, asoko’o ikyokuni shita-hoga yoino-dewa?”

Maomao “It was more well-established than I expected, so I was surprised. Maybe that should be the official medical office, too.”

壬氏「それができれば苦労しない」

Jinshi “Sorega deki-reba kuro-shinai.”

Jinshi “If only it were that easy.”

猫猫「どういうことでしょうか？」

Maomao “Do-iu koto deshoka?”

Maomao “What do you mean?”

高順「医官には、男しかなれないからですよ。擦(す)り傷ぐらいならともかく、大怪我(おおけが)の処置は、医官しかできません。もちろん、薬を煎(せん)じていいのも、医官だけです」

Gaoshun “Ikan-niwa, otoko-shika nare-nai-kara desuyo. Suri-kizu-gurai-nara tomokaku, ookegano shochiwa, ikan-shika deki-masen. Mochiron, kusuri’o senjite-ii-nomo, ikan-dake-desu.”

Gaoshun “Only men can be doctors. Treating a few scratches won’t be a problem, but only a doctor is allowed to treat major injuries. Also, only doctors are allowed to make medicine.”

猫猫（診療所で薬の匂いがしなかったのは、そういうことか…）

Maomao (Shinryo-jo-de kusurino nioiga shinakatta-nowa, so-iu Kotoka…)

Maomao (So, that’s why I didn’t smell any medicine at the clinic.)

猫猫「おっ？私はどうなるのですか？」

Maomao “O? Watashiwa do-naruno-desuka?”

Maomao “What about me?”

壬氏「目をつぶっている、ということだ」

Jinshi “Me’o tsubutte-iru, to-iu-koto da.”

Jinshi “We’re looking the other way for you.”

猫猫（何やら複雑な事情が絡(から)んでいるのだな…）

Maomao (Nani-yara fukuzatsu-na jijoga karanda-iruno-dana…)

Maomao (Seems like there’s a convoluted backstory here.)

壬氏「これからのためにも、もっと違う形で医官を調達(ちょうたつ)できればいいのだが。宦官でなくても、できるように…」

Jinshi “Kore-karano tame-nimo, motto chigau katachi-de ikan’o chotatsu-deki-reba iino-daga. Kangan-de naku-temo, dekiru-yoni…”

Jinshi “For the future, we need to be able to come up with a new way to get doctors, so that non-eunuchs can perform medicine…”

猫猫（宦官ねぇ…。今の皇帝に代替わりした後、宦官となる手術は禁じられた。つまり今後、人材が枯渇(こかつ)するのは目に見えている。壬氏様の年齢を考えると、ちょうど禁止される前くらいに手術をしたのだろう…）

Maomao (Kangan-nee… Imano koteini dai-gawari-shita-ato, kangan-to-naru shujutsuwa kinji-rareta. Tsumari kongo, jinzaiga kokatsu-suru-nowa meni miete-iru. Jinshi-samano nenrei’o kangaeruto, chodo kinshi-sareru-mae-kuraini shujutsu’o shitano-daro…)

Maomao (Eunuchs, huh? When the current emperor came into power, he banned the surgery that makes eunuchs. In other words, it’s only a matter of time before we become seriously understaffed. Considering Master Jinshi’s age, the ban must have come right around when he was getting it done on him.)

猫猫「かわいそうに。あと数年待っていれば…」

Maomao “Kawaisoni. Ato sunen matte-ireba…”

Maomao “How unfortunate. If only he had waited just a few more years…”

壬氏「何だ？」

Jinshi “Nanda?”

Jinshi “What’s that, now?”

猫猫（しまった。口に出てたか？）

Maomao (Shimatta. Kuchini deteta-ka?)

Maomao (Oops. Did I say that out loud?)

高順「壬氏様。仕事がつかえますゆえ」

Gaoshun “Jinshi-sama. Shigotoga tsukae-masu-yue.”

Gaoshun “Master Jinshi, there is much work to be done.”

壬氏「分かった。……それと薬屋、くれぐれも、薬を煎じていることを他者(たしゃ)に知られないように」

Jinshi “Wakatta. ……Soreto Kusuriya, kure-gure-mo, kusuri’o senjite-iru-koto’o tashani shirare-nai-yoni.”

Jinshi “Got it. Oh, Apothecary. Make sure nobody finds out that you make medicines.”

猫猫「承知(しょうち)しました」

Maomao “Shochi shima-shita.”

Maomao “Understood.”

猫猫（…生える薬作ったら、儲(もう)かるかな）

Maomao (…Haeru kusuri tsukuttara, mokaru-kana.)

Maomao (If I made a drug that makes them grow back, would I be rich?)

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深緑「それは薬だね」

Shinryu “Sorewa kusuri dane.”

Shinryu “That’s medicine, isn’t it?”

愛藍「あっ」

Airan “A.”

深緑「さっきの下女から、薬の匂いがした。あの下女、隠(かく)れて薬を作ってるね？」

Shinryu “Sakkino gejo-kara, kusurino nioiga shita. Ano gejo, kakurete kusuri’o tsukutteru-ne?”

Shinryu “I smelled medicine on that servant girl back there. That girl… She secretly makes medicines, doesn’t she?”

(Continue to Episode 6/Ep.30)

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Sorry if you've been asked this before, but I was curious since you mentioned manga - what are some of your favorite shoujo works? Thank you in advance and have a nice day.

i have been asked this before but you have no idea how desperate i always am to talk about shoujo 😭 so i'm gonna split my recs up kinda by genre and i'll note whether it's completed or not, i'll try to include some of the more recent ones i'm reading

my fav shoujo manga is kimi ni todoke (completed), i especially love the female friendships in this manga and it's an incredible coming-of-age story, i think this one is more well-known but it deserves it!!

another well-known shoujo with a great female protagonist is of course kamisama hajimemashita (completed), i would die for nanami

something that i love abt shoujo is that the female leads may not be physically powerful but their actions shape the narrative and they are shown to be powerful because of their qualities, i think for girls you want to see girls kicking ass of course but you also want to see that girls are not passive, that they will do what they can and that their actions are powerful

my fav isekai manga, kanata kara (completed), has a protagonist like that, it's a really underrated gem that does a lot of world-building and the female lead even has to learn the language of the world she's teleported to, she can't communicate with the male lead or anyone else at the start, and i love her she's so clever and resourceful and compassionate, it's one of those "good beats evil" stories

i am so behind on it but i also love akatsuki no yona, incredible world-building, intricate character relationships and growth, it's so so good i need to get caught up, but if you like this one i also enjoyed kusanagi's other work mugen spiral (completed, short and cute demon/shrine maiden romance)

other recs: watashi no shiawase na kekkon is a cute cinderella story, colette wa shinu koto ni shita (completed but not online yet ;_;) is a touching persephone/hades style story where the female lead finds new appreciation for her life and her skills as a doctor, sayonara rose garden (completed) is a historical shoujo yuri where you really root for the couple...

isekai manhwa recs (somewhere between shoujo and josei imo) :

for better or for worse (completed) is classic shakespearian romantic dramedy imo, the miscommunications are a genre standard, it's fun and the female lead is drawn with fangs like a rough and tumble anime boy and i love that for her the villainess is a marionette, closer to josei probably, kayena is a certified Girl Boss and hellbent on revenge and she has a lady squad backing her up + devoted pretty moid a wicked tale of cinderella's stepmom, female lead is almost 40, lots of focus on the daughters coming of age and who they want to be, "cinderella" not wanting to be with the prince the villainess flips the script, i just really love judith she's so funny and she's athletic and accidentally kills a guy not-sew-wicked stepmom, snow white story, deals with misogyny and disordered eating and also it kinda looks like there's gonna be yuri on the side rn ?? two female characters confirmed to be into women master villainess the invincible, our girl is so badass.... and the original heroine is also bloodthirsty and she rocks too, also i personally think the male lead is hot tbh and usually it's just some guy to me the crow's prince is just really funny to me, how did they make that crow so expressive... and if i had a nickel for every isekai where the female lead spends a good chunk of it as a bird i would have two nickels which isn't a lot but it's weird it happened twice but anyway the falcon princess is also a lot of fun with birds

and i'm also really into how to hide the emperor's child bc astelle is insanely cunning but the male lead does not deserve her at all

my anilist is miniblin and i have logged basically every manga i've ever read on there lol so if ur curious

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|〘 ⋇Genre: Drama〙|〘 ⋇W/C:5.2K〙|〘 ⋇ Format: Fic 〙|〘 ⋇Content: 〙 | Yona doubts the authenticity of Sidon’s love after a run-in with a few Hylians suggesting otherwise.|

|〘 ⋇ Content Warnings: 〙This fic is riddled with personal HCS about Yona’s vague home and herself and her relationship with her attendants. This fic has light spoilers from both, BOTW and TOTK Zora Quest line, and general totk. |

|〘 ⋇ 〙 Summary: Yona’s devotion and love for her new home and husband knew no bounds; the pair had been childhood friends but are now being thrust into an arranged marriage. Was it all too fast? The young queen dwells on her doubts, amplified by cruel words.|

|〘 ⋇ 〙 A/N: Hey guys, I’m sorry for dropping out of the plane of existence, I got really busy, stressed and burnt out from writing, school and irl. This is my first Canon x Canon fic ever and I am so freaking proud of it. I cannot wrap my head around this fic being 5.2k words at all, like 😳 jfc. Also!! YONA lovers unite!! She’s very cute and sweet I hope I did our girl justice. Pspsp @enigmaticfossil FOOD. This should go without saying but if you don’t like this couple scroll past. |

"The Zora Domain was once again saved from tragedy by your heroic Swordsman and our beloved King Sidon… I wonder what you might have said seeing your brother and him fighting side by side. While most unproductive, I cannot help that my mind often strays to what could've been, Lady Mipha."

Yona's words swell with bittersweet wonder as she wistfully sighs and peers at the Champion's memorial. Yona's speckled amber eyes searched the tranquil statue's face. What for? She didn't even honestly know herself. Perhaps a sense of relief, or Yona wanted a sign that their demure Champion was watching her brother thrive. What would Yona's childhood hero have said to their union? So many questions that would stay unanswered, the foreign Zora concluded. Her mind wandered to her dear husband, the stars to her night sky.

Despite his unending enthusiasm and carefree air, the Queen knew her husband well to know there was so much more lurking underneath his energetic and hopeful personality. From the outside, it seemed even fear allured him. If only they knew it was the very opposite. Sidon was and still is profoundly affected by his sister's tragic passing, more to say, the fear it caused. Who would blame him for his fear? One hundred years were a blink of an eye for the Zora. Yet time did not heal all. The emptiness in everyone's hearts still aches, just not as much anymore. Everyone can say her name and recount their memory of Mipha with a smile, but her presence would still be longed for.

Finally, Sidon resumed his monthly visits to Mipha's Court, something he hadn't done in a while, even prior to his fight with Ganon. It may be silly for some to speak with a figurine. But this simple action always made Zora fondly smile, recalling days when Mipha would always listen with kind words and a warm aura as she always did before her death.

At the Champion's memorial, Yona recalls an instant from their shared childhood when heavy rains poured down a river they played next to. The torrential downpour rose above the bank, capturing the tiny crimson-screaming prince down the waterway. The foreign Zora was the first to swim after him, willing her smaller verdant fins to move her faster. Her heart was pounding in her chest as she reached her fellow royal. The current lashed the young children, but undeterred, Yona carried him into a small cape. A moment of peace after a hurricane of freight, the water continued to thunder behind them. The tiny child tried to calm the quivering Sidon in her arms while attempting to mend a wounded foot of her own. Then, as all hope seemed lost, frenzied cries welcomed the duo as a frazzled Mipha and royal guards caught up quickly. Mipha soothed their cries, touching their cheeks and promptly healing any injuries.

"My Queen, it's well past the early evening hours. We wouldn't want the subjects, least of all His Majesty, to worry about your disappearance." Webbed footsteps lightly tread behind the Queen as Khira stirs the royal to the present, her voice woven in respectful concern for Yona. Her attendants always stayed close to each other and their Lady out of duty and fondness for each other's company.

Even if Chroma's youthful airheadedness got on the latter's nerves, it was still a comfort brought to the Domain.

Their homeland was nearly unattainable to those who couldn't breathe and tread water as swiftly as the aquatic race. In contrast, Zora's Domain flourished to the elements. While New Bay seldom had hazardous weather. Their home had air pocket caverns filled with seashell shops nestled deep into the sea's safe tides and swaying colors, hidden from the land and its residence—a true secret treasure amongst the merpeople.

"Yes, yes. Of course, I wouldn't wish for Sidon to worry. My apologies to you both. It is late, Chroma, Khira. You did not have to accompany me to the Court. No monsters have dared step foot after that Sludge Like." Yona turns, smiling at her loyal, protective attendants. Her golden headpiece jewelry gingerly clinks as she steps down the stairs; verdant hands glide down the polished handrails. The Caregiver knew full well her guards knew their way around the weapons and their water magic, but still, she felt bad for her friends staying with her so long. Yona was no stranger to marksmanship or training herself in purifying wounds and tainted water.

"Please don't worry about it, Lady Yona! We like looking after you; you're our friend, plus his Majesty asked- Ow!" The youngest Zora cheerfully bubbles, and the older guard swiftly jabs her. The new Queen tilts her head, sighing to herself. Even now, Sidon's still quite protective, isn't he? But still, a loving gesture all the same that makes her heart flutter and cheeks warm.

"Hush you! Do you not know when to flap your lips and when not to? On that note as well, how many times must I lecture you? It is Queen Yona, no longer 'Lady.' Have you no respect or idea of the importance of these titles? My goodness, do my words fall on deaf ears?" Exasperated, Khira shakes her head while glaring at her fellow attendant. The trio starts their short journey home as Yona's muffled laughter spills from her lips, watching her dear friend's antics. The young women stare down the waterfall leading down Lulu Lake.

"Please, be nice. Any more of your reprimands, and I'll go deaf." Squeaks the distraught retainer, dark gray eyes pleading to their Queen for help as they descend through the waters.

Even from an immense height, the radiant city's glow softens the carved-out cliffs, and the bright ore deposits dot the wet landscape, becoming a beacon of beauty and splendor. The sun's wonderous warmth far retreated past the Domain's reach, a touch of cold breezes caressing Yona's skin. Coming to the halfway mark, the Caregiver answers her friend's silent pleas. Standing before the marbled platform, the Zora Queen shifts her attention to her bickering friend.

"Khira, come now, I believe that's enough, we wouldn't wish any harm, and it is only the three of us. You can indeed allow one moment of reprieve. I need not worry about titles, my precious friends." Yona coaxes her friend's long-winded lectures, seeing the elder Zora sigh in defeat and allowing this rare moment of informality, much like the old times. Marching down, Khira and Chroma flank their Queen's side, scanning every direction for any monster or Yiga sneak attack. The clansmen weren't interested in the Zora royal line, but being cautious with the newly crowned royalty never hurt.

Their serenity shatters as a high-pitched undignified whine carries through, cutting into the air as they swim down the final waterfall. The young guards perk up and quickly unsheath their weapons, pushing their Queen further near the falls, providing a swift escape. "Your Majesty, Chroma, stay here. I'll go investigate." A hushed command tumbles from the dark dolphin Zora's lips, eyes narrowing and head tucked down for intimidation.

The royal guard crawls out of the pool, spotting a cluster of thick foliage suitable for an ambush. Rushing to the forest green bushes, Khira ducks down to spy on the ruckus while Chroma guards Yona with her spear, guiding her safely away from the unseen danger. The new ruler braces herself, summoning water to snake around her sharp claws.

"I can't believe Sidon's married already! Come on. He's hitched to some random Zora girl we've never heard of? It doesn't sound like a union from love, y'know? And that, too, he doesn't talk much about her. I don't know; it sounds so fishy. That wasn't supposed to be a pun, by the way." A brown-haired Hylian woman clad in some strange mushroom hat walks into sight, and it seems she isn't alone. The woman's other companions stroll by, a pair of other Hylians complain, and another person in glasses fiddles with their leather satchel.

This group seems relatively young while they remain unabashed, glad to blabber, Khira thinks. Anger wells up in her as the group's voices had no intention of stopping with their ill-meaning talk. She knows that Yona could hear this noise. How could she not? Even a Bokoblin would understand their mad rambles.

"Well, I mean, Khole, we don't know much about Zora's politics, so I don't know if it may be an arranged loveless wedding," The glasses wearing sheepishly, state as they twiddle with short brown hair looking back at their friends. It seems this group was returning from visiting the East Reservoir.

"Amia, you're talking as if we know about our own. After all, our Princess had up and disappeared. Only Hylia knows where she is. Of course, she's nice, but if she were our Princess, she would try to reinstate the crown rather than twiddle around in Hateno. We've been in shambles for a hundred years, and only now are we starting to come back. If my great-grandparents could see how this panned out, they'd give Zelda a big lesson about responsibility. I know they lived on the outskirts of Castle Town. They saw she didn't put her all into protecting us from the Calamity." Another crude voice cuts into the cloud of gossip, and the tallest of the group groans. This one must be Khloe, according to them.

"Khloe, that's not nice. She does some things like building the school. I appreciate that, and even the fact she's somehow alive makes the older and more devout folks more invigorated." The shortest man answers the group, trying to reel in their chat, eyes darting around the wandering travelers.

"I like that she made the school too, but that's all our Princess does; twiddle around, now poof! She's gone along with her silent little knight throwing everyone in all corners of Hyrule for a loop," The mushroom-wearing Khole snorts, not taking the hint and wrapping her arm around the small man.

"Besides, there's only so much teaching can do if they don't know how to fight; you're dead. But I don't even know if this royal has done anything substantial to this, 'Zora Queen.' She appeared out of nowhere too, and I heard the women who had their little fan club are still reeling." Yona has had enough of this slander, slashing into the dancing streams around her hands, instantly dropping into the tide. The young Queen knew their last statement wasn’t true in the slightest, reminiscing the many moments the club members loudly fawned over her and the coupling.

The Zora, as she evades Chroma's eased guard, at brazen conversation in their Domain where these Hylians should be more mindful. These ignorant speculations about their Princess; they didn't see how Zelda collapsed to her knees, too choked on her grief to properly beg forgiveness from former King Dorephan and the royal line. When she emerged from the ruins of Hyrule Castle alongside Link, they didn't see the solemn strength and wisdom that welled behind those teary eyes, renewing her vow of protecting everyone no matter the cost.

But what pained her more was that, deep down, their prodding at the royal coupling hit a sore spot in her heart. The optimistic prince and herself had no say in their engagement. Of course, they had visited each other's kingdoms as young teens. Her heart never wavered in her affections for him and his people, but she often wondered what he felt when King Dorephan told him. The royals scarcely had time to talk and be with each other in private, away from others, along with helping the ill-stricken Zora from the sludge, repairing the Domain and Sidon becoming the Water Sage, and finally helping Link defeat Ganon.

Years after the Calamity and its sting aftermath, they grew dearly fond of each other. He changed, his glowing with unending enthusiasm and the occasional naivete all genuine. But he seemed to hide his deeper emotions from the public, even with his dear father. Either for fear that it would make him seem inexperienced or because he wished to truly earn the crown, Sidon's grown used to hiding his whole heart even now. Yona hoped she'd prove herself to him and eventually be blessed to reach those parts of his soul, knowing he was safe with her.

They've had many conversations about their situation and the future after Link helped Sidon slay the beast that floats in the sky. But old habits formed from grief and feeling inadequate die hard. The King still hides from the outside, so much so that he loathes to admit it. After the kingdom's announcement, she doubted if he truly loved her the same way as she did him as the century passed and their visits grew prevalent. Throughout their youth, they eventually graced each other with the title of a beloved friend.

Did his heart worry for her out of genuine care or for appearances or necessity? Did he yearn to have her beside him as his bride, Queen, and equal because he loved her? Would there be a day that Sidon would smile and proudly show his love to the world like Mei and Fronk?

Yona understood betrothal gifts were essential to the Hyrulean Zora culture, but she wasn't taught that way. Only learning how to mend the armor from other fish scales, her people learned a sacred courtship dance to show their interest. Yona summons her rapid heartbeat to the clearing out of the pooling water, allowing them to see her. Chroma whispers for Yona to stay but emerges from the pool trailing her Lady.

"Enough of your useless babble," The zealous guard seethes, lunging at the group from the overgrown shrubs. Jumping out of their skin, the rowdy quartet leap into each other's arms. They shudder like leaves, eyes firmly screwing closed, far too absorbed in their well-being.

The Zora spear inches away from the supposed root of all this meaningless noise, "You have shown an inexplicable disrespect and regard for both your Princess and our Queen. Your prattle proves nothing among you and your ilk. Your eyes will never see the true nature of these critical figures, and perhaps that is not your desire," Khira grits her sharpened teeth, even the air around them stilled in anticipation.

The grip on her spear tightens with every passing breath as the group hesitantly opens their eyes. The spear aimed at the frightened woman pulls back, and the guard's posture loosens, showing a reluctant sign of mercy and growling while pulling her weapon back. "But I will allow you this grace as well as one warning. You will not sully any of the royal's names here—especially Queen Yona. One would think that Princess Zelda's diplomatic nature would pass for all her subjects. Consider yourselves lucky. I want to avoid pushing more work on their Majesties, so relieving the burden of taking your tongues is out of the realm of possibility."

"Khira! Enough! Stand down." Yona calls out to her fearless attendant; in her mind, she notes how uncharacteristically aggressive the Zora woman is and how strange it is to see her threaten visitors. The Hylians take shaky steps back, looking at the emerging figure. Startled gasps erupt as the attendant glances over her shoulder. Faltering in her angered resolve, seeing the smaller Zora's displeased face. Lifting the sharp spear away, the Caregiver walks in front so the visitors can see her, bowing her head to the cluster of people as they stay silent. The royal could feel their pensive eyes staring into her as if trying to figure her out by tearing her apart.

"I sincerely apologize for my attendant; this is the first time I've seen her act out in such an unsightly manner. This will not go unreprimanded, while this flagrant threat does not deserve quick forgiveness. Please do not think lowly of us. I seem to have pushed my guard to the brink of exhaustion, so much so that one believes violence would be the answer if I can do anything to appease you. You need only ask, and I will do it. But know that I am Queen Yona." The Queen steadies her breath as she lifts her head, jewelry gently clinking. Scanning their faces, Yona watches the group hastily cover their jabber. However, their words have done their damage making Yona feel miserable but still overwhelmingly riddled with uncertainty.

"O-oh, no, no, no, we're sorry. Uh, you don't need to do that. It was immature of us to talk like that. Sorry, you heard that, but you seem nice, but we're just going to go."

The group leader nervously chirps up as she eyes the serious Khira. Another ally of Khloe's speaks up, nodding and clinging to each other's arms. "Thanks for not hurting us. Bye." Making their escape, crossing the connecting bride to the city. Yona's forlorn eyes linger on their retreating forms.

"What was that? That wasn't an apology at all! And Khira, what in the world got into you." Chroma scoffs as she perches her weapon on her back, eyes frantically scanning her two friend's faces trying to understand them. The younger guard pouts to herself and quietly mutters, "And you always get after me for not bringing shame to the Zora name..."

Despite the rowdy crowd's departure, the young women felt the air thick with tension. Meekness gnaws at Khira as she ducks her head down, too ashamed of her reckless actions and making Yona speak for her. She would indeed badger the younger guard, but to think she would act so brutishly was beyond hypocritical.

"I am profoundly ashamed that you had to see that, your Majesty. But saying I feel guilty for silencing their larks would be a lie. I will not tolerate such belligerence towards you and things they don’t wish to comprehend." The Zora grits her teeth, spitting out a response, rising to look at her liege's back. The young woman partially turns, sapphire flecks eyes glance at her taller lady-in-waiting, Yona dutifully declares.

"Allowing emotions to cloud and open the way to conflict isn't like you, and I understand your reasoning. I find myself appreciating the wild gesture, but I will not tolerate any of your outbursts. Lest you want to stay in my service, being the head of state, is to preserve the peace to all that come and go from Zora's Domain, even to those without respect. We must rise above and show kindness," Light Green's side fins sway as she shakes her head. Yona's hand waved for Chroma and Khira to follow suit. She swallows the biting taste in her mouth, cupping her hands before her chest. She absentmindedly picked at her claws; the sound of clicks enveloped the girls as they fell in line, resuming their protective flank. Exchanging worried looks between each other.

"This should go without saying, but please don't tell Sidon. He's been busy, returning from his valiant battle alongside the other sages protecting the land and handling a kingdom. Something so small should not plague his mind. I'm certain I will forget this soon enough." Yona sharply inhales as she tries to lift her spirits, but her words drip despondence. Her heart twists in painful knots, knowing she's going back on her promise of being truthful and open to her love.

"We won't breathe a word." The duo candidly answer as they make their way across the pristine bridge. While a robust familiar figure happily waves in the distance, welcoming them blissfully unaware of what occurred.

The sinking feeling did, indeed, not disappear from Yona's mind. Their words echo in her head, and the festering sense of inadequacy and insecurity lurks in the corners of her mind. It had been a few days since her encounter, and she knew allowing such heated words to get to her was folly. Yona couldn't help her mind slipping into the depths of her doubt. Even to the point, her melancholic air alarmed the elderly councilmen and Exalted Dorephan. The new Queen lacked her signature sweet nature, replacing her charming aura with an absent mind.

While busy creating safe pathways and removing the debris strewn along the narrowing passage from the mainland to their Domain. Sidon grew worried for his Yona. It's been hard not to notice his citizens concerning whispers about her well-being circled the Domain, and his dearest barely stayed by his side after she visited Mipha Court. She seemed off-put and fidgety whenever he was near her. Even the little ones seemed fretful with Yona's unusual behavior, and her attendants acted peculiar, seemingly hiding something.

The warm afternoon sun beams down on Zora's Domain, an occasional breeze passing through his magnificent home. It's almost ironic that the weather contrasts the new King's worrisome thoughts.

"Naydra's eyes, What am I missing?" Sidon mutters, standing before the pristine balcony overseeing the Domain. His sharp eyes longingly linger on Zora's soft green form, watching her speaking with the fisherman, Mei. He was beyond glad the forgetful citizen returned from the Floating Fish Island. Admittedly busy, ensuring his best soldiers to Lookout Landing returned, Sidon remains steadfast in giving his people protection and grace as those before him. He was dutiful in looking after his people's well-being.

So many things happened in a whirlwind of events; first, it was the Upheaval, then the vile sludge desecrating his home, and finally, his unexpected coronation and marriage to his beloved, then assisting Link in his fight against Ganon. The royal Zora ponders if it was as overwhelming to her as it was for him. The young King certainly has no regrets, but the stress of it all tends to invade his mind even when the epic battle has ended.

Rambunctious giggles erupt from below, stirring him from his daze. His sharp eyes flicker between Mei waving to the young King and his darling Queen, now turned up to see him. A magnetic force pulled their eyes to meet, and he could feel his heart stop, breath hitch in his throat when a ghost of a bashful smile graced Yona's lips. Her golden adornments shine, accentuating her beautiful features. His cheeks flushed against his cold skin, and a heart-stopping smile painted his face. It could be only them in the world.

The moment broke too soon for his liking as Yona shyly averted her gaze. It looked like the floor was more enticing to her now; soft laughter rolled from him, uncaring of the whispered swoons and muttering about young love. Unable to tear his gaze away from Yona as the giggling fisherman bows and parts from the royal Zora. Nodding to something Mei told her, the young woman walks the stairs. Sidon's eyes follow her each step, and soon she stands by his side, making the void of her absence the past few weeks far more prominent than before.

"May we speak in private?" Yona's soft, tantalizing voice asks, her eyes peering up at him with sorrow and meekness clouding her usually cheerful aura. Sidon observes her expression, questioning what caused her heart such sadness.

Nodding to her request, he pauses, thinking of places for a private conversation. He knew the open grandeur of the Domain wasn't much for a solitary chat, so they had to travel somewhere close in case a danger arose but far enough so no curious ear listened. Coming to a solution, the crimson Zora answers, nodding to his Yona. "Of course, I'll have the guards notify my father if they need us."

The couple stroll beside each other to young Zora guarding the stairs to the Throne room. "If anything arises from my absence, find Queen Yona and I atop the Veiled Falls. Please tell the Exalt, thank you." Sidon instructs, giving them a polite smile and watching the faithful sentries obediently comply. In the corner of his peripheral vision, he hears the young woman's gasp. Yona’s eyes widen slightly at his chosen place.

"Now, shall we depart, Yona?" Sidon looks to his side. She doesn't meet his gaze but nods all the same. 'Still absorbed in her thoughts. I wish to know what's plaguing you so, my love.' The perplexed Zora thinks to himself, making their short journey to the Falls.

The two sit on the edge of the Veiled Falls. Sidon surveys the landscape before them, the glistening architecture proudly towering as his head turns. An overwhelming sense of pride and wonder swirls in him, overlooking his gorgeous home. The loud water tirelessly tumbles down the Falls, creating white noise and protecting them from potential eyes and ears, allowing them to speak as they please. The extroverted man feels the atmosphere melt away into a reflective air. His sweet empathic nature shines through, but so does a familiar nervousness, worrying he may say something unintentionally unkind. It's truly a marvel how Yona's mere presence reduced him to his shyer, composed side like they were still children.

"I know that I have been busy and thus haven't been with you by becoming crowned king, but it doesn't allow me to negate my husbandry duties… Now love, what plagues you so?" He tenderly questions his wife, seeing her steady her breath, and comes to terms with whatever tortured her.

"My King," Yona starts to wonder aloud, trying to gather the scramble of words in her mind. Her hands are cupping each other in her lap tense, and her shoulders tighten. While Sidon's brow furrows, she never addressed him formally like that before, not even when they were little ones. "I find myself wondering, has our union been too hasty? Am I truly the one you want besides you? Surely someone far more courageous would be a better match." Concern coupled with mere shock overtook him. His eyes widened, looking at her words. He desperately wants to cut her off and ask her, but he holds his tongue, wanting her to feel safe with him. 'Where in the world did this come from?'

"Those days ago, my attendants and I came across a group of people that brought up the validity of our union. I know it's foolish to listen, and in hindsight, it’s minuscule compared to the intrepid battle you returned from only months ago, but I want to be truthful about it." The woman explains. Yona stops turning to look at him. Vulnerability is etched on her face as he patiently waits for her sign to speak.

"If this has made you worry for this long, it’s no small deal. So that's what you've been dwelling on. Do you doubt my feelings?" He politely utters out, the sick tightening in his chest as he waits in anticipation of her answer. Yona says nothing, in silent agreement. She scolds herself for hurting him so much as he rises from his spot, holding his crimson hand for her. The young woman reaches for him as they stand together.

"You recall the importance of this place, yes? This was the last time I saw my sister alive. Days after, we came to mourn after being informed about my sister being trapped in Ruta. I ran to this place to drown in my tears, where no one could hear me. My desperate attempts to swim upstream, this mighty Fall, fell flat. Then miraculously, you came. You found me in the pool,"

"Crying together in each other's arms, I remember. I asked where you were, and I found you here trying to hide." Sidon's large hands engulf Yona's as she jumps in. The young woman knowing this story well, caressing her thumbs around his palms.

"Yes. At that moment, I saw someone I could call a friend. I discovered someone who could see all of me without fearing judgment. Someone that looked at the depths of my sadness and allowed me to grieve unashamed. Someone that I could share my accomplishments with. We were arranged to marry, but I was elated when my father informed me. I could not imagine anyone else by my side. You've continued to be a beloved companion. I fell in love with your compassionate, intelligent, selfless nature. Your ability to know what's troubled me among countless others made me want to return the favor tenfold," Sidon tenderly divulged, finally noticing Yona meet his eye.

The pure warm adoration in his remarks left the doubtful royal speechless. Strings of wispy white clouds pass overhead, shading the two. "I want to continue growing alongside you as the years pass. I want you to know that I will always love you. You, Yona, Are the only one I want to have on my side. I love you with all my heart." Sidon slips his hand away and brushes underneath her side fins, cupping her cheek and stroking her face as if trying to dispel all her worries from her mind. The smaller Zora nuzzles into his calloused hard-working hand, feeling at peace now unyielding to keep her gaze away from his steady eyes.

"I-I should not have allowed a stranger's words to cause such dismay. I'm sorry for doubting your devotion," She pauses, golden eyes fluttering closed, smooshing her cheek into his hand, angry at herself for significantly impacting how she acted towards him and those in the Domain.

"Will you forgive me?" Shame and relief wash over her, watching Sidon nod at her inquiry. His arm snakes around her waist while tugging her close to his chest. She hears the rapid pounding of his heart, feeling tears threaten to spill from her eyes. Willing them away momentarily, she peels from his broad chest, tugging at the gleaming silver prince his chest piece down.

Standing on her tippy toes, Yona wraps her arms around him, leaning into him while Sidon's finned arms securely encase her body in his. They share a sweet moment, their eyes slowly shut, and their lips collide in a kiss. Sparks fly across the two as Sidon deepens the kiss leaning toward her soft lips, wishing to melt into her touch. Quicken groans and gasps escape their lips, and hot puffs of air roll onto their mouths as they kiss again. It felt like gravity pulled them together again, as if it was torture to stay apart for even the air.

Savoring the taste of salt on their tongues, their lungs burn, taunting them to breathe momentarily. Begrudgingly, Yona pulled away. First, labored rasps heave from her petite frame, now noticing that Sidon lifted her from the ground pressing her close to his chest and sitting in his arms. The loud drumming of their hearts pounds in their ears as they silently look at each other. The noisy waterfall downs out their unsteady breaths as they slowly feel a smile perk on their warm faces.

"That wasn't an answer, my love." Mischievously scolding her loyal husband, Yona laughs to herself as he feigns cluelessness. She doesn't want to let go, reveling in his arms and in the love he gave her. "It wasn't? Well, I might need more time to convince you then." Sidon releases a husky chuckle, his voice a tinge of playfulness and desire, his eyes crinkling as his charming smile shines down at Yona, bringing her close again to steal another kiss.

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Things About Yona Murakami (May Add More Later)

Name: Yona Murakami

23 when he died

He really is sincere and loving once you get past his tsundere attitude

He cutely blushes when he doesn't know what else to say or he caught you looking his way

He may not cry around others but he will never have a issue showing when he feels he did wrong by you, and you will see it in his sad eyes.

He loves walking around in the nude at home when its just you and him

He may have a hard time saying he is sorry but once he deflects a few times show him kindness and he will break, he will tell you every feeling he feels in those vulnerable moments

He will truly do anything to keep you safe from harm even if its a simple thing like cutting your hand on broken glass on the floor.

He will apologize in the most sincere way once you have his heart there is no way he will let you go to bed mad at him

He will pick you up in the middle of a fight and pull you into his strong arms, while your kicking and pushing him away he will be kissing your forehead telling you how much he loves you and all the things he loves about you

He makes vows he keeps them just like on your wedding day you will never doubt one thing that comes out of this mans mouth. They ring clear and true

He has no care in the world to admit he loves you in front of the world once you have his heart

He looks at you with his bright green eyes like he is the lucky one to have your love not the other way around

He isn't selfish with you even though his pride and sometimes competitive side can get the best of him he will reward you with kisses when you get home to make up for his own arrogance in public at times.

He has such a beautiful smile however very few see it but when you wake up in the mornings and he is looking at you sweetly with that beautiful smile, bright green eyes, soft red hair as he caresses the side of your cheek

He can be too prideful and try to weigh everything on himself just so he can protect you from bad things that can happen in life. You letting him know its ok to be weak at times will help but he will always be the man that will protect you at any cost and burn the world to do it or sacrifice himself even

He loves to read to you but don't be startled if sometimes the things he reads maybe romantic with a hint of erotica but if you look at him while he is reading to you then you are sure to see those blushy cheeks of his flush rosy red for you

He is old fashioned he doesn't know much about how the internet works but he does hate authors are not always known so he don't much care for ghost writers and prefers things like his books to be paperback he prefers the feel of them

He is so sweet and protective of children not hard to see why having bunches of kids running around with this sexy red head is going to bring him lots of joy

He is a daddy material for your little girl a true daddy's girl kind of guy but when she gets old enough feel for the guys because he will be a big daddy bear that its gonna be hard to get to his princess

He loves to grab you and kiss you any time any where without warning, and not a peck either he gives you that passionate kiss every chance he can

He doesn't give up on anything easy and that even means your relationship. He will never desert you or leave your side...you're his queen.

He can be persistent when he wants something whether it be to not give up on a task he needs to do or just getting you to say its ok if he holds you and runs his fingers across your belly while you watch tv. The belly cause its the part you dislike most about yourself so its his favorite part to touch. (Sorry if you hate another part of your body more then thats what he would want to touch. most of us ladies its belly's.)

He loves his Hassaku oranges but he will share them with you, matter fact he likes feeding them to you as you both get to enjoy them together

He isn't the guy that will take you to fancy restaurants but he will take you our for your favorite treat whether ice cream or something else

He is fast to share a sweet treat with you like mochi ore ice cream and scoop some up and feed it to you. He is the one you get more flavors with cause he will share his and you share yours thats how he sees it although some say he is cheap he really just wants a reason to have a spoon thats been in your mouth now in his in some weird little way since he can't be kissing you every second of every day like he wishes he could

He loves to take you out for sweets but also for some spicy food cause this red head has a sense of loving heat (Which is saying something since he was in hell you think that wouldn't be it.)

He believes in helping a woman especially his woman with needs like carrying bags, opening jars or just getting something off the top shelf, he loves feeling needed especially by his woman

He does have a jealous streak he tries to keep it at bay so he finds reasons to make up when you're too close to another guy he might pull you into him telling you that you have something in your hair or that he saw something in a store he thought you might like when deep down he is dying to get you away from any other guys

He would just as simply walk up to you if you were around your guy friends and pull you in and kiss you. This is his possessiveness side but you love this about him you always feel wanted and needed by him when he does these little things its not like he is over the top about it and if you call him out on it his face will surely flush that you saw right through his technique

[bittertomato]

A lil late but happy new year!

Characters under the cut, plus some fun facts

Tomato's faves for each month of 2023

January: Diana Cavendish (Little With Academia)

February: Diana Cavendish (Little Witch Academia)

March: True Rider — Hippolyta (Fate/Strange Fake)

April: Psyche Callista (Your Throne)

May: Misaka Mikoto (A Certain Scientific Railgun)

June: Misaka Mikoto (A Certain Scientific Railgun)

July: Morgan (Fate/Grand Order)

August: Morgan (Fate/Grand Order)

September: Morgan (Fate/Grand Order)

October: Morgan (Fate/Grand Order)

November: Morgan (Fate/Grand Order)

December: Morgan (Fate/Grand Order)

Brainrot of the Year 2023: Morgan (Fate/Grand Order)

Hall of Fame (aka brainrots of years past)

2023: Morgan (Fate/Grand Order)

2022: Tsuruhime Yachiyo (Shoujo Kageki Revue Starlight: ReLive)

2021: Tsuruhime Yachiyo and Yumeoji Shiori (Shoujo Kageki Revue Starlight: ReLive)

2020: Yumeoji Shiori (Shoujo Kageki Revue Starlight: ReLive)

2019: Tendou Maya (Shoujo Kageki Revue Starlight: ReLive)

2017 & 2018: Diana Cavendish (Little Witch Academia)

2016: Carmilla Karnstein (Carmilla the Webseries), Elsa (Frozen), Tohsaka Rin (Fate/stay night), and Misaka Mikoto (A Certain Scientific Railgun)

2015: Carmilla Karnstein + Laura Hollis aka Hollstein (Carmilla the Webseries) aka my gay awakening

2014: Elsa (Frozen)

2012 & 2013: Higurashi Kagome (Inuyasha), Kuchiki Rukia (Bleach), Mouri Ran (Detective Conan), and Chiba Mamoru (Sailor Moon)

2011: Chiba Mamoru (Sailor Moon)

2009 & 2010: Kuchiki Rukia (Bleach)

Pre-2009: Who knows? My memory sure doesn't!

And I promised fun facts, so...

The early days...

The reason I can date my first fave to Rukia in 2009 is because that was when I made a Fanfiction.net account and posted my first fanfic. Don't read it I was young and foolish.

Bleach, Inuyasha, and Sailor Moon were my first animes. The first two I definitely watched on Adult Swim back when I still watched cable.

I used to be pretty skilled at self defense and even have a first degree black belt. One of the reasons why Ran from Detective Conan really left an impression on me.

There's a few unnamed faves that I also had from more obscure anime that were from so long ago that I can't pinpoint the exact years. A special shoutout to Asuka from Ask Dr. Rin! This show is in no way affiliated with Tohsaka Rin lol.

And yes, I do have male faves besides Mamoru! I love Hak and his constipated repressed feelings for Yona (Akatsuki no Yona) and my in-game name in FGO is inspired by Kurogane (Tsubasa Reservoir Chronicles). And for whatever reason, Fred is my favorite from Scooby Doo.

Honestly, I have to give Elsa some credit. I think she started the trend of my faves being "blonde/light haired "regal" rich/well off BAMF ladies who seem cold and distant on the surface but are actually dorks over-burdened and forced to grow up too fast, with a dash (or a ton) of family angst dumped on them." I mean, do you see any of my past faves being blonde? xD

The college days...

I was in denial about being queer and swore I was straight until I somehow found Carmilla the Webseries (I don't even know how) during the summer of 2015 and had a multi-step process of acceptance that went something like "Oh the actress for Laura Hollis is hot. Oh the actress for Carmilla is cute, pretty, and a huge dork. Oh everyone is pretty attractive. Wait mostly just the girls. Wait is that why I don't give a shit about men?"

Little Witch Academia is not only the first series where I published fanfic on AO3, but it's also the series that got me to write AND finish longer stories. So congrats, Diana! I really wanted to angst you :D It's also the fandom where I found my closer Discord friends. Love y'all, mwah.

I think Revue Starlight might be the series that squeezed the most faves out of me. It holds a special place in my heart for numerous reasons, but the main one might be the collab fic I worked on with Quill, who is now my partner 😊So thanks, ReLive even if your gacha game is somehow even worse than FGO.

That said, the series I seem to always go back to seem to be the To aru and Fate franchises. Maybe it's because they're still ongoing.

Those two are also the reason I started messaging Quill back in the day, so they hold an extra special place in my heart. Even with all their flaws.

And then Lostbelt 6 hit FGO and blew everything out of the water. I rave about Morgan a lot but that chapter of the game truly had a stellar cast. Nasu wanted us to remember that he can cook lol.

Where is my Lostbelt 6 anime, Aniplex?

[ruiineedsfood]

Ruii's twts OC dump (will be updated)

So in order from top left

Yona Stone

Note : ignore how badly drawn the wheelchair is because i haven't made an updated rendered version hshsh

She's inspired by medusa in greek mythology, I know she appeared like 5 seconds in the disney movie, but like how can i not put such an iconic character??? also, medusa is quite villainy in the mythos, so i feel like it fits the twst theme yknow.

Nickname : Yona , Yonyon

Grade/class : 2-B

Club : Honestly, idk maybe board game or magift

Birthday : she's giving leo vibes idk what exactly but leo 100%

Homeland : Shaftlands in the big city area

Favorite subjects : Alchemy and Defense magic

Hobby : darts, swimming(used to be)

Talent : Good eye in fashion

Favorite food : seafood

Least favorite : beef

Bellaire Witcher

So her inspiration is basically a mix of the cheshire cat and mad hatter. she's a tortured artist, so not exactly based on a disney character i just find it fun to make a very wild and artistic character. now i don't know if i should keep her clover design maybe I'll change it because i gave her a clover bcs i thought it looked cute lmao.

Ruth Burn

I just wanted a fox oc lmao. I thought omg twst doesn't have foxes, and then fellow popped up, and I'm like, welp. So personality wise, Ruth is a very responsible person, but she has a cheeky side that is kinda like ruggie in a way. Her motivations are more social rather than self-preservation like ruggie. i didn't really base her on any character from disney i just knew i didn't want her to be text book cheeky fox character, wanted her to be more of like a normal teen with bits of fox like slyness in her.

Mielin Schoerin and Mimi Schoerin

They're kinda inspired by the twin cats in lady and the tramp. The first two that i designed, actually.

Mielin (dark hair) is the oldest between the two, and she's the most developed character in the cast because i just fell in love with her LMAO. Mielin's name came from a part of a cell in the nerve system cmiiw, so its main job is to protect, and i was like, hell yeah, that name sounds cool. So she's the more mellow twin takes things more seriously than her sister. She's usually seen to be very uptight and awkward by the other students but that's mostly because she's just quite dense with her surroundings. funfact but i like to imagine she's the girl crush of campus bcs i want to give her so much love shhshsb

Mimi (blondie) is the younger one, and i like to think she's the more energetic of the two, but she is more analytical than mielin. Mimi has this aura of being more laid back of the two, but she has the sense of being all knowing of things. kinda like floyd but not as wacky as floyd.

Naima / Zahra (can't decide but im leaning towards Naima)

Honestly, she's my fav design, but i have no clue on her background yet. I'm leaning towards her being a passionate dancer whose roots are from traditional dances from her culture, or i could go the other route of her being an ex athlete or ex idol. since the story i want to tell through her is to be her own self and come to terms with her choices because, like, what if our choices are just not right for us? Im trying to make her into a character that isn't similar to the existing cast in twst, idk im finding myself making her into a jamil 2.0 and im putting more thought into her to not be like that. the disney movie doesn't really have a character that i want to adopt to be her so im still thinking about it.

Melissa (Mel)

so diasomnia's book is still ongoing, i dont have any fixed plans for her involvement with the existing cast yet. but my plan is to make her a race of beings opposite to faes in a sense, since her magic doesn't come from her but the magic of others around her. so, like sucking the life out of them and repurposing it to be her own type of thing. Malleus finds her abandoned in the forest as a young kid with all the magic in the surrounding area gone. She gets adopted, but lilia refuses because she can be dangerous with her inate powers that can weaken malleus and endanger silver since in my head, they found her after lilia took in silver. so they came to an agreement to take care of mel with the condition she stays away from silver and malleus before learning to control her powers. Now, what makes mel okay with this treatment in her head is because she remembers everything from her birth and how her mother abandoned her and stuff so she feels like its normal and devotes herself to Malleus as a guard as a sense of gratitude for letting a monster like her in. Her arc is realizing that she's not a monster that she was made to believe. Instead, she was a neglected kid who wasn't taught properly. Honestly, i just feel really sad about her, and initially, i want her to explore lilia's character since he's one of my favorites but after concocting this i just want to give mel a hug.

Also, her OB-ing would be cool

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Yona of the Dawn: Chapter 198 ~ My Favorite Bits (SPOILERS)

Cute little medical boyz

They’re so darn cute 🥰

I’m not impressed 🤨

Awww, Shin-Ah 🥺

Soooooo sassy

I feel like that’s a dumb question... 🙄

Well, hello there

THE DETERMINATION

BURNNNNNNN 🔥🔥🔥

Yes, girl 👏🏻

Regal 👑

Lol

Can you please shut your depressing pie-hole for five minutes???

M ’lady the QUEEN 👑