#anyways chat I think I’m cooked
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jocelynships · 4 months ago
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Y’all I’m cooked
The Blues Brothers officially recognize me
Bc why did the Elwood come right up to me while they were dancing with the crowd all happy and asking how I was doing, then smiling all big at me when he saw me come up 🫣
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lyn-ne · 6 months ago
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this au + Hozier invokes something within me
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cheese-water · 1 year ago
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My favorite thing about the Sunny and Leo egg beef is that it’s so fucking real. We’ve all had that one kid that our parents or siblings expect us to be besties with but just didn’t care for them at best and couldn’t stand them at worst. Or a time when our parents’ friends are over and they brought their kid so we have to play together even though they’re unbearable. Or even a classmate that simply annoyed us by existing that we’re forced to invite because of our parents.
These definitely aren’t the kindest or the most emotional mature of thoughts but it’s the truth, especially for young child. And as someone who was once a confident, bossy, self-proclaimed princess themself, some kids were definitely off put by my presence. However, I’d say that more people annoying the fuck out of me in comparison.
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the-messenger-of-the-gods · 6 months ago
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I like giving you ideas! You as a giant sea beast woman, serving an ocean goddess. Rising up from the sea beneath ships that are trespassing on her realm. Not destroying them, but playing them, and anyone on there. Maybe even taking some tinies that strike your fancy with you... and one day, you maybe get confronted by the goddess you serve about this? But instead of punishing you for it, she makes herself big as well, and you two play together with the tinies.
Or alternatively, you just rising from the sea on a beach, slamming boobs down on a it to the general shock of people there
lmaooo slamming giant boobs onto a beach is hilarious tho feel like i’m more into the inconspicuous lean and pretending not to notice the littlefolk trying not to stare at tits as tall if not taller than they are. like oh sorry, did you guys have a boat to pull up at this spot on the dock? no? thanks then.
as far as serving an ocean goddess as a sea monster, a two giant option does sound plenty fun, especially if different heights are involved. i’m also thinking something along less-friendly lines sounds fun too lmao. summoned to feast upon crews responsible for oil spills or shark finning, for example. preying upon those who thought the depths were theirs for the plundering. then maybe comforting the ever doting little goddess who always provides for her creatures.
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crybaby-bkg · 2 years ago
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I made a cinnamon roll loaf today and I’m so mad bc why didn’t the recipe???? include????? cinnamon???? in the fucking????? loaf?????!!????!?!?!?!
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rinhaler · 9 months ago
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Being a housewife rn and making dinner for Kay for when he gets done with work
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thoughtsforsoob · 2 months ago
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san as ur little gym rat bf ;p
note: this man is so big and broad. I wanna cling him like a jungle gym 😉 anyways, sannie lover for life!!! please enjoy
You just know this man is in the gym all the time!
He takes such good care of himself and it makes you happy to see him happy
He goes to the gym everyday and honestly he doesn’t even mind if you don’t go
If you don’t go, he’ll insist you come along as motivation.
He likes when you chat there while he’s lifting weights, chatting his ear off about a book you’ve been reading that week
Now if you do go to the gym he takes it super easy on you and never pushes you past your limits
He does more extreme/heavy workouts to keep his physique so he would never force you to do them
As long as you’re happy with how you look and feel, then he is happy too
Oh my goodness don’t even get him started
If you know how to cook, you better believe he’s asking you to cook all his meals
He looks for those healthy recipes and gives you those and the ones he already has
His food always tastes so much better when his girlfriend prepares it for him :)
He loves showing off his strength by picking you up, no matter how much you weight
He’s the definition of ‘idc how much you weight I’m still gonna mad handle you’ bf
There was a recent trend on TikTok where guys would like flip their girlfriends around and he def wants to do that with you (and he can oh my gosh this man is dreamy)
He likes when you squeeze his muscles and run your hands up and down his chest
It makes him so proud that you think he’s so sexy and handsome with all his muscles
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gentaro-kinniecom · 9 months ago
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Oh..I think you’re holding the heart of mine..
Characters: Solivan Brugmansia/gn!reader
Cw: fluff, mentions of marriage, crushes, love at first sight (?), mentions of kidnapping, yandere themes…
A/n: This is based off day two of The kid at the back :] hope you guys enjoy!
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(E/c) eyes lingered across the room, trying to distract themselves from the crimson orbs that stared at their figure, drawing it with a smile. Portraits aren’t that difficult when you know how to draw, except, their skills were quite rough, unlike Sol who was nearly finishing it, looking back and forth between y/n and his paper. Blush covered part of his cheeks, placing his sketchbook down while locking eyes with them
“Is it done?” Y/n asked, sighing as the bell rung across the hallway
“Not yet, you’ll have to wait until tomorrow” He responded with a soft smile, one they’ve rarely seen the times they saw him.
Going their separate ways, y/n found their group in the hallway making small talk as they arrived. It wasn’t long until Sol and his friend appeared, chatting as Sol’s gaze landed on them. Feeling a bit curious, Y/n excuses themselves, parting away from their friends while approaching Sol.
“You must be Y/n! Sol’s told me about you..he’s right, you are kind of cute..” The guy before them spoke while chuckling as Sol sighed, blushing while glaring at his friend
“Anyways, I’m Hyugo! We were just about to eat lunch on the roof, would you like to join?” Y/n looked back briefly at their group. Perhaps something different wouldn’t be so bad today. Crowe however, noticed their sudden disappearance, his sad gaze lingered as they left with the two boys walking across the small corridor.
“I’d love to..!” Hyugo chuckled as the three of them headed towards the roof. Upon arrival, Sol handed Hyugo a bento box filled with his favorite food. It didn’t take long for them to dig in as Y/n looked around the roof, admiring the city and the view it provided.
“Have you eaten yet, y/n?” Sol inquired, staring at their hands that fidgeted around their shirt. ‘hm, cute’ he thought. The sudden question returned them back to reality while answering.
“I didn’t get to eat anything but it’s okay, I’ll grab something later-“ Before they could finish their sentence, Solivan had already taken out the other box he had saved for later.
“I made three boxes today, just in case Hyugo’s appetite was insatiable so..you can take it”
“Are you sure? I mean..” Without any hesitation, Sol had already opened up the lunch box, handing them the tasty food he prepared while smiling, reaching for some utensils.
“You made this all by yourself? It looks so good..!” Y/n praised, taking the utensils Sol provided for them as Hyugo chimed in, swallowing his food gently while speaking
“Sol’s cooking is the best! He’d make a good househusband, don’t you think?” Hearing this, Sol blushed after seeing them nod, maybe being a househusband for Y/n wouldn’t be such a terrible idea after all..
“I think so too, maybe even one day, we could get married as well” They half-joked, watching as Solivan’s smile widened, taking hold of Y/n’s hand and bringing it forth, kissing their knuckles gently
“I’d..love that, no one could ever keep us apart.” Y/n’s eyes drifted to Sol’s gaze, watching as he pressed his cheek against their hand lovingly. Hyugo was nowhere to be seen as the bell rang. After packing everything up, Sol’s hand remained intertwined with their own
“Me and Hyugo were thinking of ditching class, he wanted to see a movie..what do you think?” Upon reaching the corridor, Y/n turned, facing Sol’s body that nearly towered over theirs while leaning forward
“I..-” Looking back at the door of their next class and Crowe who had suddenly exited the room,y/n nodded “-Fuck it, let’s skip.” With that, Sol escorted them towards their secret escape place, not bothered by the glare Crowe had given him as they left.
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Due to Hyugo’s request to see the latest movie in theaters, the trio arrived at the cinema shortly after. The movie itself was great, though all y/n could think about was how close Sol was, his arm in their own while sharing popcorn and some small talk. Solivan was over the moon as he walked with them around the nearby park, Hyugo had retuned home afterwards, saying something along the lines of “I’ll leave you two lovebirds be, see you tomorrow” was spoken from his behalf.
The afternoon sun had already settled down, as colder it got, a shiver ran down Y/n’s spine. Sol noticed this, feeling a bit saddened by the fact he couldn’t lend them one of his jackets. Instead, he opted on holding their hand once again until the remainder of the walk to their apartment. Sol already dreaded the look of their place, if only he could take his beloved back to his home, maybe that way he wouldn’t have to worry for any creepy onlookers. As y/n took their keys from their bag, Sol quietly wished for their lips to mest in a kiss before they would lart ways. In that same moment, they leaned forward, kissing his cheek while entering their apartment
“Thank you for today, hopefully we’ll spend more outings like this soon..!”
“Like a date?” He chimed in, making them chuckle while tilting towards him. Their gaze flickered between his eyes and lips
“I wouldn’t oppose to such idea..goodnight Sol, text me when you arrive home” With a nod, Sol bid his goodbyes and left the apartment complex, his heart racing softly while replaying tge memory of their lips caressing his cheek
“Soon..soon enough you’ll be able to see just how much I adore you, my pumpkin”
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makethemhoesmad · 5 months ago
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love you till my lungs give out
paige bueckers x reader
word count- 2k(lord)
notes: this fic was such a great write for me, as it focuses around eating disorders, which is something i’ve personally struggled with. i know this is a sensitive topic, so please, if this makes you uncomfortable, scroll away, or read at your own risk.
thanks to: literally the biggest thanks ever to @melpthatsme for dming me your idea and helping me work through it, i really could not have done this without you, so everyone thank them
also thanks to @imaginespazzi and @bueckersstrap for reacting to my random messages about this
the first time it happened, i barely realized i did it.
“paigey, my head hurts so bad right now. like, im gonna die right here,” i groan, hiding my face in the fabric of her hoodie, trying to lock out any stray amounts of light coming from the covered windows. she runs her hand through my hair, and starts to ever-so-gently massage my temples. i sigh in quiet relief, and then she tries to pull me up to lay on top of her.
“uh uh, paige, no,” i say. i try to shake my head at her, but a bolt of pain flies through me, forcing my head back down.
“jus’ tryna help you get comfy, ma,” she whispers, bundling me up in a blanket and pulling me back into her side. she moves her warm hands up and under my t-shirt, but i squirm about, complaining that they’re too cold, even though i’ve never felt anything more soft and warm, so she moves them back over my shirt. but i don’t notice it, not really. and neither does she.
the second time, i know what i did.
“so, what should we order to eat?” paige asks, scrolling on her phone for different options. 
“mm, what if i cooked here, for something different! i can make you a grilled cheese,” i joke, nudging her arm with my shoulder. “that’s all i know how to cook anyway.”
she giggles, standing up with me and following me to the kitchen. she hoists herself onto the counter, and watches me intently as i pull out the things for a sandwich. i grin at her, moving to step in between her legs and take her face in my hands. 
“you’re so cute,” i say, pressing a kiss to her nose. she hops off of the counter and follows me to the stove. paige is just too sweet to me sometimes. i’m cooking dinner for her, the least i can do, really, and she’s cozied up behind me, arms around my waist her hands are barely touching, she can barely fit them around me and her chin is resting softly on my shoulder. she’s pressing light pecks to whatever area she can reach, and i feel at peace, in the kitchen, for a few moments. then it stops.
“why aren’t you making one for yourself baby?” she asks, spinning me around to lean me against the countertop, forgetting her sandwich beside her.
“i’m feeling, um, nauseous,” i stutter, stumbling over the excuse. she lets me go, though she looks skeptical.
“cmon, just have a bite of mine then. baby, you really need to eat more, that’s probably why you haven’t been feeling very well lately.”
i allow her to feed me a small bite, then quickly use my fingers to silently add that to whatever else i ate today. i read somewhere that to lose weight, you need to burn more calories that you eat. tomorrow, i need to burn around 800. Well, 804 now. 
the third time, i think paige noticed something was up.
“ma, this is literally the fourth time you’ve said that you’re cold. just take my fucking hoodie, i’m actually begging you,” she pleads, taking it off and offering it up to me. i shake my head, again, and press myself further into her chest, rubbing my arms to try and make the goosebumps disappear. she pulls me into her, then moves her mouth to my ear.
“is everything okay baby? do you wanna go home?” she whispers, nuzzling my neck with her nose. i shrug, not wanting to make her leave if she wasn’t done chatting with people yet. she makes the decision for me, standing up and tugging me with her. her hand finds its way to the small of my back, and she guides me towards the door. i sway slightly as we stand, blood rushing to my head. i take it as my lack of protein, or anything really, catching up to me. she stops walking, lurching to grab me by both shoulders and bend to eye level with me.
“darling, i want you to be honest with me. what have you eaten today?” i shake my head, feeling my cheeks going red at the thought of her confronting me. i look down, trying to avoid eye contact with her as my eyes fill with tears. she wraps me up into a hug, planting a kiss to the top of my head. she pulls me to the car and helps me in, then climbs into her own door, but makes no move to turn the car on. instead she pulls out her phone and asks me “so, where do you wanna stop and pick up food on our way home?” 
“paige, i’m really not that hungry, just tired and need to be with you in bed for the night. can we please just go home?” 
she nods, but looks at me skeptically out of the corner of her eye. she must know that all i’ve eaten today is half an energy drink and a piece of gum. i’ll eat something with her tomorrow, i guess. we can go out to lunch together and then when she goes to the gym ill go on a run. then she’ll see that im okay.
the fourth time, or probably the fifth or sixth, really, i don’t notice it, so i don’t think she does either.
“cmere pretty,” paige mumbles, reaching her arms out to me from where she’s laying on the bed. i slowly move to lay next to her, but roll away when she tries to take my sweater off.
“hey, baby, what?” she whines, apparently frustrated by the lack of contact.
“i wanna leave it on, paigey,” i tell her, moving my hand into the waistband of her shorts.
“but i wanna see you, please baby,” i don’t like saying no to her, but this is one thing i very rarely back down on.
“uh uh, sorry. lemme taste you, though,” i respond, moving to tug her shorts down.
“nah, come and sit on my face, cutie.” she smirks at her own words, but i’m not laughing. i scramble off the bed, standing up to black spots in my vision. i stand still, squeezing my eyes shut to get rid of the feeling. i stay there for im not sure how long, when i feel strong arms loop around my shoulders and help me onto the bed. paige helps me lay down, placing my head in her lap, then starts to comb through my hair with her fingers. she doesn’t say anything, and i’m grateful for that. obviously, she just thinks im tired. she knows im okay.
this time, im sure she noticed. it would be hard not to.
i’ve just come home from a run to the gym, dripping in sweat. it’s part of my new routine. i jog a mile and a half to the gym, i walk on a stairmaster or inclined treadmill there, then run home. normally i leave when paige leaves for practice, and come home just as she’s getting home, if not a little before so i can shower before she gets here. today, i must’ve done a little too much, because by the time i walk in the door, my head is spinning. i walk into the kitchen, sitting down at the island and resting my head in my hands, trying to clear my vision. i don’t hear when the door opens.
“baby, are you okay?” i hear. i sit up quickly, startled, then put my head back down immediately, because my vision goes nearly dark again.
“mhm, just tired you know? just got back from a run.” 
“you’ve got to take a rest day sometimes, darling,” she coos, taking my face into her hands and pressing a kiss to my nose. i nod, knowing i won’t do it.
sometimes i don’t realize it, but she knows exactly what to do.
i’ve just finished cooking dinner, just some simple spaghetti and a salad. i place her bowl of noodles in front of her, then settle down with my salad. when i stand up to get a glass of water, then come back, i can’t help but notice she’s switched our bowls.
“paigey, could i, possibly, maybe, have my bowl back?” i ask, trying to seem lighthearted.
“oh, yeah, sure,” she answers, sliding it back towards me. but when i try to slide hers back, she stops me. 
“nah, you eat that too. seems like you forgot to serve yourself noodles, so ill go make myself a new bowl.” she stands up, but i scramble in front of the stove quicker, blocking her way. 
“why would you do that, when i made you a whole bowl? eat it,” i tell her, pointing back to the countertop. she lunges at me, lifting me easily and placing me on the countertop. why would she pick me up? she definitely thought i was too heavy. i bet she leaves after this. she drags her my bowl over, twirls a few noodles onto the fork, and begins to prod my mouth with it. 
“cmon honey, just a bite. it’s not like it’s poison, you literally just cooked it,” she presses. i start to shake my head, so she moves the fork and instead swoops in for a kiss. i return her advances eagerly. hoping it distracts her. she moves her head down, pressing open mouthed kisses to my neck, and my mouth falls open. i don’t realize she’s noticed that until she’s setting the forkful of food between my lips and lightly closing them.
“it’s one bite, ma. let’s get it eaten, then you can be done.” i chew, not really having the choice to run and spit it out. once i swallow, she beams at me.
“such a good girl, baby. i’m so proud of you.”
at some point, she wins
“come here now, baby,” paige demands, grasping me by the waist and yanking me in front of her. i’d been about to climb into the shower when she spotted me through the bathroom mirror, stripped down to nothing. she’d grabbed me, pulled me into my room, and positioned us in front of the full-length mirror to the side.
“you see how perfect you are? how pretty?” she mumbles into my ear. i let my eyes flutter shut as she snakes her hand down my body, stopping to circle her finger over my clit. a groan slips out from my lips, and she stops.
“alright, i want you to keep on looking right in the mirror, ma. want you to see how perfectly you take my fingers.” i writhe against her, trying to keep my eyes open and hold myself up at the same time. she plunges three fingers into me. i cry out, locking eyes with her in the mirror, she smirks, the same way she always does when drawing a climax from me. i go boneless. if she hadn’t been holding me so tightly, i would be on the floor.
“now can you see how amazing you are? you don’t gotta change anything about you, i’ll love you no matter what. you should stop listening to what others say, because people that love you, like me, want you, no matter what you look like. i, personally, think you’re perfect. i’ll love you till the day my lungs give out, and even then, i’ll use my last breath to say it again.”
after that, it happens less often. some days, i still forget to eat, and some days even looking at a scale makes me want to throw up. but paige is always there. she’s always there to hold me, or help me eat just a little bit, or to help me lay down and relax after i’ve panicked so hard ive puked into the toilet. one day, looking at her from across the couch, i realize that when she told me she’d love me no matter what, she was telling the truth.
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probablyintensemuses · 7 months ago
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Headcanon: Things I’m positive Armando Does In A Relationship.
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Worries. I’m sure he worries you’ll realize that he’s a monster and leave him, just like so many have before. You’re constantly reassuring him, reminding him of the good.
Always the big spoon. One thick arm wrapped around your middle all night. It’s his way of protecting you, even when you’re sleep. If you get up to pee, he’s wide awake until you come back just so he can wrap you deep into his arms again.
I think Armando is the type to come off just a little stand-offish, considering his past, but I think when he does come around, he comes aROUND! Like he absolutely spoils the shit out of you. I mean money, jewelry, shoes, clothes, makeup, the works. You want it, when you least expect it, you got it.
Armando is sooooo possessive. Like he really does not go for any of that you flirting with others. Hell if a man even looks at you in anyway he’s got his hands in your back pocket, caressing you or his arms wrapped around your waist, pulling you in close.
I can definitely see you being Armando’s safe space. The one place he can fully let his walls down and just sink into you with all his grievances. Once he sees it’s safe to open up to you about anything, I don’t think he’ll ever stop.
I can see him having a silly soft side, one only reserved for you with little quips and inside jokes. He might even be one to poke at you or thumb you if you bite into his sarcasm. But I can only see him doing that when he feels safe—whole—with you.
I can see Armando cooking for you. He loves making you authentic Spanish dishes and even going way out of the box and making dishes from other cultures. He loves watching you moan over the food he plates you.
Armando definitely gives pet names. Many in Spanish and some in English. But he’s hardly ever calling you by your government if you’re not in danger or in an argument.
Armando is definitely a traditionalist. He lets you walk on the inside of the sidewalk, he holds you hand, buys you flowers and gifts, holds the door open for you, pushes in your chair and shuts your car door. When you’re with Armando you hardly have to lift a finger to do anything
Armando definitely will want a family, eventually. He’ll want to do it differently than his parents. He’ll want to be stable and in love and do it right. He’ll break the curse.
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Armando’s mood depends on how sex will go. If he’s missing you, you’ll make deep, passionate love. If he’s had a rough couple of days, he’s fucking you into the mattress. Simple.
Armando is an ass man. I don’t make the rules. Hell smack your ass at any given occasion. If it’s in his face, he’s smacking it. Period.
Armando is a man of foreplay. If you’re going to fuck him, then you’re going to cum. He knows a woman needs to be stimulated a bit more than a man. So he’ll take his time eating your dripping pussy, fingering it, and playing with every sensitive part of you until you’re begging for him to just slide his cock inside.
Armando loves to take care of you afterwards. He fills up the bath and lights candles around. You’ll slip in first and then he’ll slip in after—this is the only time he’s the little spoon btw—and you guys just chat about anything, as if he didn’t just fuck you into the sofa minutes earlier.
I don’t see Armando having many one night stands. There has to be substance for him. Like something boiling at the surface before he fucks you, or even a relationship. If there’s nothing, I don’t see him taking that chance.
Armando loves kissing. In fact that’s his favorite thing to do. Kiss and get you warm and wet for him. He’ll sit you on his lap and take you fully, peppering your jaw and neck too for a little extra dazzle.
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stariikis · 7 months ago
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tell my fortune
synopsis ; the story of how you manage to get an attractive waiter's number... in the most unexpected way possible.
pairing ; waiter!nishimura riki x customer!reader genre ; fluff, first encounters wc ; 1100 notes ; to indulge MYSELF, riki will be aged down in this fic. like 16 years old.
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When your friend recommended a Chinese restaurant to visit, you were expecting the reason to be exceptional food. Pretty foolish of you, one reason being, you were in Korea – another being, when has Yoo Jungyeong ever suggested visiting somewhere, if not to ogle at attractive boys impossible to pull?
The first thing you notice as she holds open the door for you to step inside is the fact that it’s a pretty modern, fancy restaurant, not typical of a traditional Chinese food chain. What are you expecting though, in Korea of all places? Along the city streets, everything screams modern. 
The second thing you notice when a waiter that has her making heart eyes – gross – leads you to a seat, is how young the waitresses and waiters seem. Some seem shy of eighteen, while some look like plain teenagers coming to earn a little extra pocket money during the holidays. You don’t judge them though; you’d do that too if you had the luxury of time. 
Today’s an exception from having your nose stuck in piles of homework and assigned reading. After all, within the first week of the holidays you finished almost everything, so you’re free to take a break when you wish. Another reason being, you wanted to catch up with Jungyeong. 
But not like this, her eyes shining as she gazes dreamily at a guy whose uniform nametag states, ‘Sim Jaeyun’. 
“Will you stop staring?” You hide behind the menus to save yourself the embarrassment. “I think they’re noticing.” 
“Fine,” she huffs, but the glaze over her eyes doesn’t dissipate. “He’s really cute, though.” 
“Did you bring me here to have a good meal or to stare at delusion three thousand?” You snap, shoving her copy of the menu towards her. She finally rolls her eyes and flips open the menu. 
She points to a steamed fish dish, “This. This is good.” 
And after she recommends practically the whole menu to you, she looks at you expectantly, pressuring you into making a quick decision. You blink, because it all looks pretty appetising to you, and decide on the first fish dish she showed you. Anyway, you’re too indecisive. If you don’t pick now, you might stay the whole night. 
Since Jungyeong has returned to conjuring up fantasies of the waiter Sim Jaeyun across the room, you raise your hand and grab the attention of a young waiter, who seems the same age as you. He appears nervous as he approaches you with a notepad and pen. Is this his first time working here? 
“What can I get you?” He grins awkwardly, and you have to admit. He looks pretty cute trying to maintain professionalism though he looks like he’s crumbling internally. Smiling kindly, you guide him through your order as gently as you can. As you read out your order, he seems to relax progressively, nodding along. 
Just as he’s about to run off to convey your order to the cooks, he bows and thanks you sincerely. For some reason, your stomach flips in excitement at this, lingering tingles in your chest as he darts off. 
Nishimura Riki, read the nametag. He’s Japanese working at a Chinese restaurant in Korea. 
“So,” Jungyeong waggles her finger in front of your face teasingly. “He’s cute, huh?” She drawls, obviously trying to prove her point. 
You don’t buy it. “He is cute,” — you admit, and your friend raises her eyebrows — “but I’m not going to daydream about him the whole time I’m here. Unlike a certain someone…” You reach out to flick her arm amiably. 
Ironically, even though you say this, as Jungyeong starts to ramble about her life recently, your line of vision inevitably travels to the back of the restaurant, where Jaeyun and Riki are chatting. They seem to be quite close, as Jaeyun pats Riki’s back and laughs. Against your will, you’re interested in the way they interact with each other. Scratch that, you’re interested in the way Riki looks when he’s smiling. 
Out of the blue, the young waiter glances up and meets your gaze, just as Jungyeong starts to catch on that you’re not paying attention. 
“Dude, what a hypocrite,” she scoffs, but you ignore her. Riki quirks an eyebrow at you playfully, as if asking you why you’re casually staring at him. You don’t know why but your heart skips a beat. 
For the next five minutes, all you can focus on is the way your cheeks are overwhelmingly warm and probably look a fiery shade of red. 
Even when your food arrives, you feel sick to your stomach and can only bear to have a few bites before clocking out. Jungyeong looks at you, half worried and half with a tilt of the head that asks, is she going crazy? 
Eventually, you have to ask for a takeout container because your friend clearly can’t finish the whole dish by herself. 
You just think that you need to get out of there as soon as possible, so when Riki himself runs over, handing you both a fortune cookie wrapped in plastic, it comes as a shock. His fingers linger over the snack as he passes it to you, and you swear he’s gazing into the depths of your soul. 
Oooookay, this is uncomfortable. Does he want me to open it in front of his face or… is he being creepy? Or — this is where you panic — is he telling me he was also uncomfortable when I was staring at him? Should I apologise? Do I say something? What does he want from me?
Luckily for the overthinker emerging from you, he makes an unwrapping gesture and smiles silently, as if affectiona– okay, that’s too much.
You take the cracker out the wrapper, and snap it in half as quick as you can. Anything to get you out of this awkward situation. 
A glance over the table shows that Jungyeong has opened hers already, and nothing seems to be out of the blue. So what is Riki trying to get at? 
When you tug the slip of paper from the cracker, you don’t know if you go completely pale or grow even redder. 
A phone number in black pen ink has been written over the paper in an evidently rushed manner. 
You look up at the young waiter, who just shrugs and giggles at how clueless you look. How… did he… huh…? 
As you leave the restaurant in a hurry (mostly because Jungyeong is borderline screaming on your behalf), you swear you catch Jaeyun giving Riki a thumbs up in the corner of your eye.
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emchante · 2 months ago
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OH another idea: cooking stream w max 😉 he’s wearing an apron with smt like “kiss the cook” but shirtless underneath, accidentally smearing sauce on his fingers and licking them clean, turning around to grab something from the cupboard and just showing off his back.. god i can go on and on about this
kiss the cock cook | m. verstappen
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warnings: 18+/suggestive — minors dni.
DIIII OH MY GOD. you’re such a genius, your brain works in magical ways and i want to have it myself!!! the first post for this series went down well, so here you all go!!<3<3
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one of the first few softcore porn streamer! max streams catch is a cooking stream. you know what his channel is now, after your first endeavour. you shouldn’t be surprised at what you see on the screen.
yet, you still are.
as soon as the ads finish rolling, the stream pops up on the screen. max is shirtless, under a dark apron. ‘kiss the cock’ is what’s written on it, but cock is scribbled off with a messy ‘cook’ above it. the apron allowed part of his soft chest to be on display. your eyes trailed down to see the apron wrapping around his soft hips perfectly, as the knot at the back held the apron together as tight as possible.
the camera angle was perfect— allowing you to see most of his top half, while leaving the rest to your imagination.
max knew his audience well, so he had an extra camera set up in the kitchen. it was a birds-eye view camera, a little box in the top right corner of the stream that was titled ‘hand cam’, and it didn’t take a genius to figure out why it was there.
he was glancing at the chat as he put the ingredients for his cake in the large bowl. he smirked at some of the comments. “yes, i’m shirtless. no, i’m not trying to seduce you. my kitchen is hot, okay?” he tells the stream, acting innocent. if you really couldn’t tell though, the wink he gave the camera afterwards sold it.
he pondered for a moment before grabbing the camera above him, and moving it on the counter next to his bowl. “much better,” he muttered, before spreading his large hand across the bowl, as if to secure it. his other hand had an electric whisk, and he began to mix the ingredients together.
as he whisked, he glanced to the chat to see their reaction. he licked his lips before smirking, reading the comments as they came through. “i need him carnally.. this should be illegal..” he reads some, causing the influx of comments to worsen as they all try to be noticed by him. “max please.. please what, dear viewer? i need you to use your words for me,” he purrs, looking innocently into the camera.
the look he gives the camera sends a heat in your stomach. your thighs instinctively squeeze together at the sight, and your thoughts start racing. imagining him looking up at you like that, as you place yourself on his thighs. hands on his soft chest, pushing him down and telling him to use his words, finally switching the roles for once. how he’d deliciously beg and plead for you to—
fuck. what were you doing? you should not have been captivated so fast by him, but yet..
“anyways, i think that should be it mixed now,” max interrupts your internal conflict with his own words, turning off the whisk. he reaches out of from, and brings back another bowl. he tilts them both towards the camera to show the contents— cake batter in one, and thin icing in the other.
he eyes chat momentarily, smiling when the influx of ‘taste it!’ messages come flooding in. “you’re right, you’re right! i should taste it. how would i know if i liked what i made so far otherwise?” he questions, his index finger reaching into the first bowl.
he takes a scoop of the cake batter that looks entirely too appealing when it’s smeared along max’s finger. he slowly sucks it clean, pouty lips smacking gently when they touch again. his eyes flutter shut as a soft moan escapes from max, head tilting back.
“that is so fucking good, if only you guys could taste it,” he mumbles, licking any of the excess off of his lips as he reads the chat.
the heat in your belly was growing, the way he looked and the sounds he let out were amazing, and you needed more. you hadn’t chatted much in max’s chat, sending a few messages here and there. but tonight, you felt different. you needed more, and you were going to get it.
swallowing thickly you moved your hands to your keyboard, thinking about what you should type. your eyes scanned the screen.. and bingo. you knew what to do.
‘well you tried the batter, but what about the icing? just to be sure’
max is still reading over the chat when you send your message, and your heart skips a beat when you see his eyes widen. he stands up straight, looking into the camera with a small smirk.
“that’s a great idea, actually,” he praises, adding your username onto the end before he pulls the bowl of icing closer to him.
the icing was thin and white, from what you had seen when he showed the cameras. you watched as he plunged his index and middle finger into the bowl, pushing them right in before pulling them back out. the gooey icing dripped from the tip of his fingers, and had coated a thin layer over the rest of it.
he lifted his fingers to his mouth, stretching them to a ‘v’ shape as he licked through the middle of them. your cheeks flushed at the innuendo, and his chat clearly felt affected by it too judging by the spam. afterwards, he stared deep into the camera before pushing his fingers together, running his tongue along them in stripes to lick them clean.
his hand fell back to the counter as he swallowed thickly, before a low groan came from his throat. “fuck— that icing is amazing,” he starts, head lightly tilting back. “it’s perfectly sweet,” he adds, licking his lips clean as he reads the chat.
your heart was still racing at the look he was giving the camera, as well as the fact he had done as your message had said. your luck on his streams was unbelievable.. maybe you should start chatting more.
after that, max had went back to preparing the cupcakes in their cases that were sat in the tray. you had zoned out admittedly, not from the stream itself, just.. the baking aspect. you were more so focused on his large arms, watching them flex as he consistently moved around. your eyes were also glued to his chest, especially when he leaned over to read something from the book. the apron hung low as he did so, giving you a deeper look into his soft chest.
it didn’t take long for your attention to be peaked again, as max clapped his hands together, stating he was getting them ready for the oven.
“so, i have already preheated the oven,” he began to explain as he leaned over to his computer, messing about on obs. he stopped talking as he fixed what he needed to, and the next minute the main camera angle had switched— now, instead of the camera on the tripod, the main camera was the one on the counter initially used as the hand cam. now though, it was sat so it faced the right side of the kitchen, which included the oven.
“so no need to wait for that,” he finally finished, looking into the camera and giving it a smile before he stood up straight, grabbing the tray. he turned around and walked towards the oven slowly, as if he knew what he was doing.
max’s chat— and your internal thoughts— went back to their thirsting ways as max’s defined, toned back was on display. the comments honestly could’ve came from your mind, as they were along the same lines. ‘i need to scratch down his back’, ‘that back is looking a little bare.. let me fix that’, just to name a couple.
max stopped in his tracks, doing a 180 and walking back towards the counter. “oops, i forgot how long to put them in for,” he muttered, a small smile on his face that gave away his lies. it was obvious what he was doing, he simply just wanted to see the thirsty reactions. and god, did he get them.
“glad you’re all enjoying the view today,” he speaks up, turning back towards the oven and walking towards it, giving the fans what they wanted. then, he bent down towards the oven, giving the camera a perfect view of his curvy ass as he placed the tray in the oven. as he pulled the oven door back down, he pushed himself out further as a tease for the camera, before standing up straight again.
“it’s free today, you know,” he continues, referring to his last comment about the view. “but tomorrow? who knows,” he sighs, eyes scanning his chat as they burst into desperate pleads for him to keep slutting himself out for free.
max had decided to cut the stream off for a break while the cupcakes baked in the oven. he leaned against the counter, arms in front of him causing his chest to push together and you couldn’t keep your eyes off it.
“i’ll be back later, don’t you worry about that,” he reassures any worrying viewers with a wink. “thank you for joining, everyone. i’d say don’t forget to kiss the cook— but none of you can,” he pouted, before blowing you a kiss. “least you could do is send me a sub,” he adds cheekily, standing up straight. he begins to untie the knot from the back of the apron, causing the apron’s strings to drop to the side.
your eyes widened as he began to slowly lift the apron off of himself, allowing the viewers to see his soft body on display. his chat went crazy— from comments about grabbing his love handles, to marking his chest, to wanting to explore that happy trail— everyone enjoyed the view.
conveniently the countertop covered his boxers, therefore nobody could see there or below.
“i’ll be back later for you all, hopefully ready to show my cupcakes,” he smiles, reading the chat one last time.
‘what about your cake, max?’ is the last message he reads, causing him to burst out laughing.
“if we reach the big sub goal, maybe something can be arranged,” he teases, before the stream abruptly cuts off.
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elryuse · 7 days ago
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Pt. 4 Friends Or Foe
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Y/n's Pov
The Next Morning
The morning sun streamed through my window as I finished wrapping the sandwiches in neat parchment paper. After last night’s dinner, it was clear that Karina and the girls loved my cooking, so I thought I’d surprise them with something simple yet delicious—homemade sandwiches.
The walk to Babel University was quiet, the streets still waking up as I weaved through the morning crowd. As I approached the main courtyard, I spotted Karina, Winter, and Giselle sitting at one of the shaded tables. Karina waved first, her hand cutting through the air, followed by Winter’s lazy wave and Giselle’s small nod.
“Morning,” I greeted as I reached the table, setting my bag down.
“You brought something, didn’t you?” Winter asked, her eyes lighting up as she leaned forward.
I chuckled and pulled out the sandwiches, handing them over. “Just a little something to start the day.
A Culinary Gift
The girls immediately unwrapped their sandwiches, their eyes widening as they took in the neatly layered meat, lettuce, and cheese.
“This looks amazing,” Karina said, taking a small bite. Her expression softened, and she gave me an approving nod.
“Seriously, Y/n, are you trying to spoil us?” Giselle teased, already halfway through her sandwich.
“Maybe,” I said with a grin, enjoying their reactions.
Winter savored hers with a dramatic sigh. “If you keep this up, we might just adopt you.”
“Adopt me?” I laughed. “I think I’m good where I am, thanks.”
As we chatted about our unfinished projects, I couldn’t help but feel a bit more at ease. For once, the tension of being watched by everyone on campus seemed to fade.
A Familiar Presence
Just as I was starting to relax, a pair of hands suddenly covered my eyes from behind.
“Guess who?” came a playful voice, one that sent my heart racing.
I froze, my mind scrambling to identify the voice. It was familiar—too familiar. My pulse quickened as I felt my face heat up.
“Do you miss me?” the voice asked again, teasingly this time.
Before I could respond, the hands pulled away, and I turned to see Yuna standing there with a cheeky grin.
“Yuna?” I stammered, my heart still pounding.
She giggled, clearly amused by my reaction, before pulling up a chair next to me. “You didn’t answer my question. Did you miss me?”
“I, uh…” I hesitated, glancing at Karina, Winter, and Giselle, who were all watching me with varying expressions of curiosity and mild suspicion.
Yuna’s smile grew as she leaned closer. “Don’t be shy, Y/n. I won’t bite.”
Karina raised an eyebrow, her gaze sharp. “Yuna, what are you doing here?”
“What?” Yuna replied, feigning innocence. “Can’t I stop by to say hi to my new friend?”
A Tense Exchange
Karina’s expression didn’t change as she leaned back in her chair. “Friend? You two seem pretty close for people who just met.”
“Let’s just say we had a… memorable first encounter,” Yuna said, smirking as she glanced at me.
Giselle leaned forward, resting her chin on her hand. “Memorable, huh? Care to elaborate?”
Yuna shrugged, clearly enjoying the attention. “Let’s just say Y/n here was my knight in shining armor the other night.”
I coughed awkwardly, trying to deflect. “It was nothing, really.”
Winter, who had been quiet up until now, finally spoke. “Sounds like there’s a story here. Care to share, Y/n?”
I opened my mouth to respond, but Yuna beat me to it. “Don’t embarrass him, Winter. He’s already blushing enough as it is.”
A Sudden Departure
The conversation was interrupted by the sound of the campus bell, signaling the start of the next class. Yuna stood up, brushing her hair over her shoulder.
“Anyway, I just wanted to drop by. Don’t work too hard, Y/n,” she said with a wink before walking off, leaving me and the others at the table.
As soon as she was out of earshot, Winter leaned toward me, her eyes narrowing. “Okay, spill. What’s going on between you two?”
“Nothing,” I said quickly. “We just ran into each other at a store. That’s it.”
Karina didn’t look convinced. “She’s awfully friendly for someone you ‘just ran into.’”
I sighed, feeling the weight of their stares. “I promise, there’s nothing going on.”
Giselle smirked, leaning back in her chair. “Sure, sure. We’ll see.”
As we packed up our things and headed to class, I couldn’t shake the feeling that Yuna’s sudden appearance was only the beginning of something much bigger.
The Classroom Gaze
The classroom was quiet, save for the occasional scribble of pens on paper and the monotonous drone of the professor. I tried to focus on my notes, jotting down the key points from the lecture. However, I couldn’t shake the odd sensation of being watched.
I glanced up subtly and, sure enough, Karina’s piercing gaze was fixed on me. She wasn’t even pretending to hide it—her chin rested on her hand, her eyes unwavering. I tried to ignore it, but every time I looked away, I could feel her stare like a tangible weight.
When class finally ended, I packed my things quickly, hoping to avoid any awkward confrontation.
“Y/n,” Karina called softly as I stood up.
I froze, turning to face her. “Yeah?”
Her expression was unreadable, but there was a softness in her tone. “Are you free after class today? I… wanted to ask you something.”
“Uh…” I hesitated, feeling the room’s tension. “Sure. What’s up?”
She smiled faintly. “We’ll talk later. Just don’t disappear, okay?”
I nodded, though her cryptic behavior left me uneasy.
Yuna’s Pov
The Plan Begins
Meanwhile, in another part of Babel University, Yuna was lounging on one of the plush sofas in the student lounge with her fellow members of Itzy—Yeji, Lia, Ryujin, and Chaeryeong.
“So,” Ryujin began, her eyes glinting with curiosity as she leaned forward. “What’s this about a ‘knight in shining armor’? Someone’s been busy, huh?”
Yuna laughed, brushing a strand of hair behind her ear. “It’s not like that.”
“Uh-huh,” Ryujin said, smirking. “Sure. So, who is he?”
“His name’s Y/n,” Yuna said with a dreamy smile. “He’s... different. Kind, genuine, and—unlike most guys here—not a total jerk.”
Lia raised an eyebrow. “Sounds like you’ve got it bad.”
Yuna sighed, leaning back. “I don’t know what it is about him. He’s just... refreshing. But there’s a problem.”
“What problem?” Chaeryeong asked, her voice soft.
Yuna frowned, a hint of frustration crossing her face. “He’s surrounded by Aespa. Karina, in particular. I don’t stand a chance with them around.”
Ryujin leaned back, a sly grin spreading across her face. “Then you just need to level the playing field.”
Yuna glanced at her. “What do you mean?”
“Simple,” Ryujin said, crossing her arms. “Separate him from them. Make sure he spends more time with you. You’re Yuna from Itzy. Use that.”
Yuna hesitated, but the thought of spending more time with Y/n made her smile. “Maybe you’re right.”
“Of course I’m right,” Ryujin said, smirking. “Now, what’s step one?”
Before Yuna could answer, her gaze drifted toward the cafeteria. At one of the tables sat Wonyoung and her friends, chatting animatedly. The sight of Wonyoung made Yuna pause, a flicker of recognition passing through her.
“What is it?” Yeji asked, noticing Yuna’s distraction.
Yuna didn’t respond immediately, her eyes narrowing as an idea began to form. “Nothing. Just... thinking about my next move.”
Ryujin chuckled, giving her a playful nudge. “Careful, Yuna. You’re starting to sound like me.”
Yuna smirked, her confidence returning. “Maybe that’s not such a bad thing.”
The lines between alliances and rivalries at Babel University were blurring, and Yuna was determined to tip the scales in her favor.
Y/n’s Pov
A Heated Conversation
The air outside the university was crisp and quiet, a stark contrast to the buzzing hallways I had just escaped. Karina had asked me to meet her here, away from the prying eyes and ears of Babel’s students. She stood by the railing near the garden, her arms crossed and her foot tapping the ground in rapid, impatient beats.
I approached her cautiously, unsure of what to expect. “Karina?” I called softly.
She didn’t turn to face me immediately. Instead, she let out a long sigh, her shoulders rising and falling as if she were trying to calm herself. Finally, she looked at me, her expression a mix of frustration and something else I couldn’t quite place.
“What’s wrong?” I asked, genuinely concerned.
Karina tilted her head, her dark eyes locking onto mine. “Do you think Yuna is prettier than me?”
I froze, my brain short-circuiting at her unexpected question. “W-What?”
“You heard me,” she said, her tone sharper this time. “Do you think Yuna is prettier than me?”
“Karina, I don’t—what kind of question is that?” I stammered, completely thrown off.
She took a step closer, her gaze never wavering. “It’s a simple question, Y/n. Yes or no?”
I swallowed hard, trying to find the right words. “I... I think you’re both... uh...”
Karina’s expression darkened, and she let out a bitter laugh. “Unbelievable. You can’t even give me a straight answer.”
“It’s not like that!” I blurted out, desperate to diffuse the situation. “I just don’t think it’s fair to compare—”
“Fair?” she interrupted, her voice rising. “Do you even realize what it’s like to see her hanging around you, acting all cute and innocent? Do you have any idea how it feels to watch her try to steal your attention like that?”
I blinked, completely at a loss. “Karina, no one’s trying to steal anything. We’re just friends—”
“Friends,” she repeated, her tone dripping with sarcasm. “Do you even understand how naive you sound?”
I took a step back, my heart racing. “Karina, I don’t know what’s going on, but I don’t want this to turn into something it’s not.”
She stared at me for a long moment, her expression softening just slightly. “I just...” Her voice faltered, and she looked away, her foot kicking at the ground again. “I don’t want to lose you, Y/n. That’s all.”
Her words hit me like a ton of bricks. I didn’t know what to say, so I just stood there, feeling a mix of guilt and confusion.
After a long silence, Karina sighed again, this time quieter. “Never mind,” she muttered, turning away. “Forget I said anything.”
“Karina,” I said, reaching out instinctively. “Wait.”
She paused but didn’t look back.
“I’m not going anywhere,” I said firmly. “You don’t have to worry about that.”
For a moment, she didn’t respond. Then, without another word, she walked away, leaving me standing there alone, wondering how things had gotten so complicated so quickly.
Wonyoung's Pov
A Deal with Doubts
The cafeteria was alive with the hum of conversations and clinking utensils as I sat with Yujin and Gaeul at our usual table. We were flipping through magazines, discussing the latest fashion trends and debating which brands were worth splurging on. Gaeul was raving about a new luxury line, while Yujin argued for classic Chanel pieces.
“You can’t go wrong with timeless designs,” Yujin said, holding up a picture of a sleek black dress. “It’s an investment.”
Gaeul rolled her eyes. “Sometimes it’s okay to be bold. Look at this one—bright, daring, and completely unforgettable.”
I laughed at their banter, sipping on my iced coffee. “You two are hopeless. Why not just buy both?”
Before they could retort, the atmosphere shifted. I noticed a ripple of whispers spreading through the room, followed by the unmistakable sight of Yuna and Ryujin approaching our table. Their confident strides and unwavering gazes were impossible to ignore, and I felt a twinge of unease.
“What do they want?” Yujin muttered, her tone laced with suspicion.
“They’re up to something,” Gaeul added, setting down her phone.
Yuna stopped in front of us, flashing a polite but slightly mischievous smile. “Mind if we join you for a moment?”
Yujin crossed her arms. “Depends on what you want.”
Ryujin smirked, leaning casually against the table. “Relax. We just want to talk.”
“About what?” Gaeul asked, narrowing her eyes.
Yuna’s gaze shifted to me, her smile softening. “It’s about Y/n.”
The mention of his name made my heart skip a beat. I tried to keep my expression neutral, but I could feel Yujin and Gaeul glancing at me.
“What about him?” Yujin asked, her tone protective.
Yuna leaned forward slightly, lowering her voice. “We need your help to... create some space between him and Aespa.”
“What?” I blurted out before I could stop myself.
Ryujin raised an eyebrow, clearly amused by my reaction. “You heard her. Aespa’s been hogging him, and we think it’s time someone else gets a chance to be around him. Don’t you agree, Wonyoung?”
I opened my mouth to respond, but Yuna cut me off.
“Think about it,” she said, her tone persuasive. “If you help us, you can finally get him to apologize properly for what happened. And maybe you’ll get the chance to spend more time with him too.”
Yujin tilted her head, her protective instincts flaring. “And how exactly do you plan to ‘create space’?”
“Rumors,” Yuna said simply. “Aespa’s reputation is spotless, but one little whisper can change that. If people think Y/n’s too close to them, it’ll stir the pot. Enough to keep them at a distance.”
Gaeul frowned. “That sounds... extreme.”
Yuna shrugged. “It’s effective. And besides, don’t you think he owes Wonyoung a proper apology?”
Yujin tapped her fingers against the table, her eyes narrowing. “You’re not wrong. He does owe Wonyoung. But dragging him into drama? That feels unnecessary.”
My heart sank as I listened to their discussion. I didn’t want to be part of this. The idea of hurting Y/n, even indirectly, made my chest tighten.
“I don’t know,” I said hesitantly. “It feels wrong.”
Yuna’s smile faltered for a moment, but she quickly recovered. “I get it. You don’t want to be the bad guy. But think about it, Wonyoung. If you don’t act, Aespa will keep pulling him further away. Do you really want that?”
Her words struck a chord, and I felt a pang of jealousy I couldn’t suppress. The thought of Karina or Winter growing closer to Y/n was unbearable, but I couldn’t bring myself to betray him either.
Yujin placed a hand on my shoulder. “It’s your call, Wonyoung. If this is too much, we’ll back off.”
I looked down at the table, torn between my feelings for Y/n and the pressure to take action. Finally, I nodded reluctantly. “Fine. But just this once.”
Yuna’s smile returned, triumphant. “That’s all I ask.”
As Yuna and Ryujin walked away, I couldn’t shake the feeling that I had made a mistake. I wanted to be closer to Y/n, but not like this. And now, with Yuna involved, I couldn’t help but feel like I was playing a dangerous game.
Y/n’s Pov
An Unexpected Proposal
The sun was beginning to set as I made my way to the nearby convenience store, the fading light casting a warm glow over the city streets. It had been a long day, and all I wanted was to grab a drink and some snacks before heading home. The familiar chime of the store’s automatic door greeted me as I stepped inside.
I wandered through the aisles, picking up a can of iced coffee and a bag of chips. As I approached the counter, a voice I hadn’t expected to hear called out to me.
“Y/n!”
Turning around, I saw Yuna waving at me enthusiastically, her bright smile lighting up the small store. She was dressed casually, but her presence was anything but. She seemed to command attention effortlessly, and it made me feel a little uneasy.
“Hey,” I said, trying to sound neutral.
She didn’t wait for an invitation. Scooting closer, she grabbed a bottle of water from the shelf and stood next to me at the counter. “Fancy meeting you here,” she said with a playful grin.
“Yeah, small world,” I replied awkwardly, already sensing that this wasn’t going to be a quick interaction.
As I paid for my items, Yuna followed me out of the store, her footsteps light but deliberate. “So,” she began, “you’re not going to just walk away without saying more than two words to me, are you?”
I sighed internally. It wasn’t that I disliked Yuna, but after everything that had happened today, I wasn’t in the mood for small talk. Still, I couldn’t exactly ignore her. “What do you want to talk about?” I asked, keeping my tone polite.
Her eyes sparkled mischievously. “Oh, I don’t know. How about... everything? Tell me about your day.”
And so, against my better judgment, we ended up walking together, talking about mundane things like hobbies, favorite foods, and random childhood memories. Despite my initial reluctance, I found myself relaxing a little. Yuna had a way of making conversation flow effortlessly, though I couldn’t shake the feeling that there was something calculating behind her warm demeanor.
As we walked past a quiet park, she suddenly stopped and turned to face me, her expression shifting. Her playful grin softened into something more serious, yet her eyes still held that predatory glint.
“Y/n,” she said, her voice dropping to a teasing whisper. “Do you want to be my boyfriend?”
The question hit me like a bolt of lightning. “W-What?” I stammered, my face heating up.
She gripped my arm tightly, her touch firm but not uncomfortable. “You heard me,” she said, her tone light but with an undercurrent of confidence. “Don’t act so surprised. I mean, we get along, don’t we? And you’re... cute.”
I froze, my brain scrambling to process her words. “I... I don’t think that’s—”
“Relax,” she interrupted, her teasing smile returning. “I’m just messing with you. Unless...” She trailed off, her eyes locking onto mine.
I swallowed hard, unsure of how to respond. Was she serious? Was this another one of her games?
Before I could say anything, she released my arm and stepped back, laughing. “You’re too easy to mess with,” she said, her voice light and carefree. “But seriously, think about it. I wouldn’t be a bad girlfriend, you know.”
I managed a weak chuckle, trying to play it off. “I’ll... keep that in mind.”
As we parted ways, her words lingered in my mind. There was something about Yuna that made it hard to tell when she was joking and when she wasn’t. And for the first time, I wondered if I was getting pulled into something far more complicated than I realized.
A Shattered Bond
The soft hum of the fridge filled the silent kitchen as I unpacked the snacks and drinks I’d bought earlier. My mind was still spinning from Yuna’s teasing question, but I tried to push it aside. It was late, and all I wanted was to unwind.
Just as I set my phone on the counter, it buzzed relentlessly. Notification after notification flooded the screen, all from Karina. A growing sense of dread clawed at me as I unlocked it.
Karina: "Y/n, check the university page. Now."
Karina: "We're screwed."
Karina: "CALL ME."
Fumbling with my phone, I opened the Babel University social media page. My heart dropped.
There it was. A post with my name, along with photos of me with Karina, Winter, Giselle, and Ningning. The captions were cruel:
"Who's this nobody hanging with Aespa?"
"Must be some charity case Karina’s picked up."
"What a joke. He doesn’t belong here."
The comments were even worse.
"Typical. Trying to climb the social ladder."
"Bet he’s after their money."
"Karina needs to drop him ASAP. He’s bad for her image."
The phone buzzed again. This time, it was Karina calling. Hesitating for a moment, I answered. “Karina—”
“Y/n, we need to talk,” she cut me off, her voice sharp and urgent. “Have you seen the post?”
“Yeah,” I muttered, my throat dry.
“It’s a disaster,” she continued, not giving me a chance to process. “Everyone’s blowing it out of proportion. They’re already making up rumors about you and us.”
“But—”
“We need to lay low,” she interrupted again, her tone firm. “No more meeting up. At least not until this blows over.”
Her words hit like a punch to the gut. “Karina, I thought we—”
“Y/n,” she said, her voice softening for a moment, but it didn’t last. “This isn’t about us. It’s about the bigger picture. The media, the school, my family... They can’t see me involved in something like this. You understand, right?”
I didn’t. Not really. My grip on the phone tightened. “So that’s it? We just... stop being friends?”
“It’s not like that,” she said, but her voice wavered. “It’s just temporary. We’ll figure it out later.”
I opened my mouth to argue, to ask her why she even bothered with me in the first place, but the line went dead.
The silence in my apartment felt heavier than ever. I stared at the phone, hoping she’d call back, send a message, something. But nothing came.
Outside, the sky opened up, and rain began to pour. I stood by the window, watching as droplets raced down the glass. The world outside seemed so cold and distant, just like Karina had sounded on the phone.
I thought I’d finally found something real. A connection. Friendship. Maybe more. But in the end, I was just another liability to them, someone they could discard when things got tough.
The rain pounded harder, matching the ache in my chest. I slid down to the floor, letting the cold seep into my skin. Whatever warmth I’d felt from their company was gone now, replaced by an emptiness I couldn’t shake.
For the first time since I arrived at Babel, I felt completely alone.
To Be Continued
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imshymorph · 6 months ago
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Okay so, after a few months, i’m back with something that was supposed to be a blurb and ended up being almost 2.9k words (added a full 100 words when editing, oh well).
It’s Situationship!Ghost, specifically angsty situationship ghost. (i have a full bullet point list with headcanons for this ghost and i’ll probably write more at some point) . Anyway, enjoy!
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You had seen him quite a few times before, although you barely knew him. He lived across from you, the door on the other side of the hallway. Hardly had known anything about him, that his name was Simon –something you only had discovered when his mail had been left in your mailbox by accident– and he was military.
However, somehow since that day, the fateful day that you had taken what seemed to be a letter from the bank, the two of you had started to talk more often. It didn’t start as anything crazy, but at least now he would say “hello” when you both were in the hallway, coincidentally leaving or going back to your respective flats at the same time.
It had slowly evolved over time, happening over the expanse of full months with how little he seemed to be home. From just a greeting to some small talk, be it a comment about the weather when the mancunian skies delivered nothing but rain day after day here; or perhaps a remark on how expensive everything seemed to be lately when you walked back home with a bag of groceries there.
What really made all of it change though, was when Simon got sent home for a medical leave after a close call in a mission, a bullet almost lodged in his lungs. He didn’t know why, but having to stay out of the field was much harder than any other time, he was much more restless. The feeling was only made more obvious when he started to go in and out much more, busying himself with little tasks or just taking walks. It meant that your meetings in the hallway happened more and more often.
When you had discovered why he seemed to be home for so much longer than usual you had insisted on helping him out, getting things from the store for him, bringing him home cooked meals and mainly keeping him company. By the time he had gone back to the field, you spent more nights a week on his side of the hallway than your own.
That’s when he realised, when he really noticed the way a smile would pull at his lips when he noticed something you had left back at his place. The way his heart would flutter when you’d smile at him and offer some biscuits you had just baked. Or the way he’d stare a hole through the helicopter wall while the whole task force was on their way to a mission, earning himself some teasing from Johnny and Gaz and a discreet knowing look from Price.
He realised that he had started to count the days until his next leave and that he didn’t think of going to his own place, but going back to you. That’s when he decided this was needed.
He opened the door as you were walking out of your place, carrying dinner to his place like you did every Friday when he was on leave, a smile pulling at your lips as you greeted him with a kiss to the corner of his lips before walking in. He had been home for a while now, chastising himself every day that went by, letting you come into his space again and again when he knew what he really had to do.
He closed the door, taking the container from your hands and taking it to the kitchen. You were about to follow him, meaning to keep him company and have a chat –although most of the time it was you talking and telling him stuff about your day while he hummed and grunted in acknowledgement, happy to get lost in your soft voice–. Instead he guided you back to the living room, signalling for you to take a seat on the couch. “Simon…?” you began to say, confusion evident in your voice and the slight furrow of your brows.
“We need to talk,” he said before you could finish your question. His voice gruff and low, eyes cold and distant. He sat across from you, all the way on the other corner of the couch, his expression unreadable.
And that’s when you knew, when those four little words left his lips. You weren’t stupid, you had definitely noticed. They way he’d be more distant, more short with you. How the small conversations in the hallway had got shorter until they had gone back to just greetings, or just a nod of the head. The way he had stopped lingering when he was at yours until you offered for him to stay, instead rushing through dinner before leaving with whatever excuse came to mind. Or how he seemed to find excuses to make you leave his place sooner and sooner each day.
What you hadn’t noticed but were definitely seeing now was the difference in his eyes. The warm glow that had been there for the last bunch of months completely gone. Instead there was a cold and distant look, a wall that you hadn't seen since you had first moved into the building, now placed between you once more.
Silence sits between the two of you and it only breaks when he says the words you had been bracing yourself for, “we can’t do this anymore.” You barely give a light nod, your eyes lowering to the coffee table that sat not too far away.
You didn’t know what else to do but to give in, deep down you knew you had been waiting for this, doing everything you could to push the moment back even if it was for a little longer. But if you were honest with yourself, you had known this would happen all along, this whatever it was meant to be, was bound to end sooner or later.
His eyes boring into you didn’t make any of this easier. But he couldn’t help himself, because a part of him had hoped that you’d get angry and finally say what he had known all along. That you would get up and call him out for thinking he ever deserved to be with you, for even daring to think he deserved any of your tenderness and care, or your attention.
Instead of anger, all he saw in your eyes was defeat and hurt, and it only made his chest feel more tight and heavy with guilt. He couldn’t deal with it, with how much it hurt to be the one to make you look so hurt and defeated. So he just doubled down. A light huff leaves him and he runs a hand over his face, his tone a little more gruff and demanding when he talks again, “why aren’t you saying anything?”, his eyes boring into you once more as he waits for your answer.
It takes a moment, but you finally push out the words that are constantly cycling through your head, “because I knew this was going to happen,” you admit quietly. “Noticed the distance”, you add as your eyes lower to the coffee table once more and your fingers start to play with a loose thread on your clothes, “guessed you’d get tired of me, sooner or later.”
Simon was used to handling pain, he thought he could manage any kind after all the suffering he had gone through already. But something about the light crack on your voice, the defeated tone and self-deprecating words. The way you were convinced he could ever grow tired of you when he was the one undeserving of your time. It made his heart break and a hatred for no one but himself filled him.
He clenched his fists on his sides, having to hold back. Hold back from the way he wanted to grab you in his arms and hold you close. Hold back from pulling you into his lap and kiss you time and time again until you forgot his stupid words. He wanted to hold you all night long, worship you and prove that he could never get tired of you, that he would never leave you, that he didn’t mean any of it. That he loved you.
But instead, once more, he doubled down. “I think it’s for the best…” he barely makes the effort to justify. Your only answer is another small nod, your eyes that had braved enough to look up at him, lowering back to your lap. You focus on the way your fingers fidget with the loose thread and swallow thickly, doing your best to keep at bay the knot that closed up your throat, fighting back the tears that so badly wanted to form.
If his heart hadn’t shattered before, it definitely had now. The sight of you across from him, the distance on the couch between you both as you refused to look at him. He hated this, hated to see you in this state and hated even more that he was the one to cause all of this. He wanted to take all of it back, to apologise and beg for you to forget all of this and just have dinner with him like you did every friday. But he couldn’t.
“I guess I'll pack my things then,” you say, barely audible with how the tears strain your voice. You don’t wait for an answer, getting up from the couch and moving through the quiet flat. You get the toothbrush you had left in his bathroom, the few staple skincare items he had insisted would be easier to have a duplicate off.
His eyes followed you, the hollow on his chest only growing with every item you plucked up and added to the totebag you had forgotten on his couch just a couple days ago. He wanted to go to you, to hold your hands and get on his knees. To beg you to stay and spare his sinful soul from having to live another day without you.
Still, he stayed seated on the couch. His soul bleeding and body numb as he couldn’t bring himself to do anything but follow your movements with his eyes. He saw all of it, how you kept yourself from crying, taking the few sleep shorts and extra shirts you had left behind. How the tears had been too much to hold back when you’d come back from the kitchen, a pile of empty food containers in your hands.
When you got all of it and went to the door he finally managed to get up, just taking a couple steps closer but still staying far, distant. He had to, he had to keep the distance. Because he knew that he got closer his selfishness would win, and he’d pull you into his arms and never let you go.
You take in a deep, shaky breath. Your hand reaches out for the knob, but before you twist it open you look at him. Your cheeks and nose are rosy and the teartracks are more than evident. “Can I ask you something?” you risk, even if you know that whatever the answer maybe would only make it worse.
He gives a light nod almost instantly, taking a deep breath as he prepares himself. He probably was as fragile and unready as you were for the answer, but he owed you this –this and much more, because he had just taken and taken this whole time–. So his tone is honest when he answers with a gruff “anything.”
You take a moment, needing to take in another shaky breath, trying to find his eyes through the tears that blur out the vision of yours. And before you could regret even thinking about it, you talk again. “...Did I do something wrong?”
If Simon thought he knew what guilt and pain felt like, he had been proven wrong right this instance. His stomach churning and his chest feeling tight and hollow as he hears the way you blame yourself, the way you sound so uncertain and fragile. “No.” he states, firm.
You barely nod, lips trembling as you press them together to hold back a sob. Silence sits between the both of you once more, you try to blink the tears away but it only makes them fall faster. “T-then what happened?” you muttered, barely able to get the words out, swallowing thickly when your voice cracks.
He feels like he’s drowning, his chest burning with guilt as he sees the way you’re trying to stay strong and hold the tears back yet failing. He’s about to say it, about to tell you the whole truth. About to say how he’s fallen for you, how your soft smiles and soft touches make him feel like a new man. How your care and attention make him feel like he’s alive, how he’s Simon and not Ghost. He’s about to confess how much he loves you.
He’s so close to saying that what happened was him. That he was a bastard and a murderer, that he wasn’t who you thought he was –who he had tricked you into thinking he was– and he didn’t deserve anything from you. That he had been selfish this whole time and had been taking advantage of you. What happened was that you deserve much better than the ghost of a man he really was.
Instead he doesn’t say any of it, only the vaguest excuse starting to leave his lips, “it’s not you…” His words cut off when he sees your eyes close, your lips closing tightly and your shoulders shaking with a silent sob. Your head lowering to uselessly trying to hide it, the way his words sound –and are– a shit excuse, the way it just makes you feel that much more heartbroken.
He doesn’t dare try to come up with more excuses, instead ripping his eyes away from you, not able to handle the way you’re falling apart in front of him. He instead busies himself with looking around the room, checking if there’s anything you may be forgetting behind. “You have everything?” he asks, forcing himself to look at you again.
And you take a shaky breath, ignoring the way your chest tightens and your heart bleeds at the softer and more caring tone in his voice. You force yourself to ignore the way he sounds just like he did barely a few weeks ago, holding back the plea for him to rethink all of this that burns the back of your throat. Instead, “Should be… And if there’s something else, you can just throw it out.”
You don’t even look at him, eyes instead focused on the blurry sight of his black combat boots and the hardwood floors beneath you. And he hates it, he hates how quiet and weak your voice is, hates that you can’t hold his gaze. But most of all hates that he’s the one to cause all of this. In what he was trying to convince himself was an effort to spare the both of you, he delivers the last blow, “you should go.”
You don’t say anything, biting down on your lip probably hard enough to break the skin in a last ditch effort to hold back the sob that so desperately wants to leave you. You turn around, adjusting the pile of things you had retrieved from all around the flat in your arms to be able to reach for the handle.
Despite knowing it will break you, you look over your shoulder, red-rimmed and tear-filled eyes meeting his for the first time since the conversation started –and for what Simon knows will probably be the last time ever–. “Take care,” you murmur quietly, adjusting all the stuff crowding your hands once more. Without another word or another look back you pull the door open, closing it behind you just a moment later, leaving him alone in the silent flat.
Simon stays frozen for a moment, he feels like he’s outside of his own body when he sees all of it play out, eyes boring into the dark wood of his door once it’s closed. Your words seem to echo in his head, the way you still talk to him with so much softness and care after he had stomped your heart. He only manages to move when he hears the quiet click from across the hallway that signifies that you’re back in your place, away from him like you should’ve always been.
He takes his phone out, sending a message to one of the few numbers saved there, telling Price he needs to be back in the field. After, he goes to the kitchen, desperate for a glass of whiskey that could never be as bitter as he feels right now. His phone pings with Price’s reply, but he doesn’t look at it, nor does he get a glass or the bottle of whiskey.
Because instead, he stands frozen, seeing the dinner you had brought over, still sitting on his counter. And that’s when it really dawns on him, this is it, it’s over. You were out of his life, and all because he had been too much of a coward to admit the truth. Too much of a coward to admit that he loves you.
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princessbrunette · 9 months ago
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thinking about calling pogue!rafe over because your hot water isn’t working and he’s acting all annoyed but he’s lowkey kicking his feet at the fact that he gets to be in your home. maybe even asking him to stay after your shower so you can cook him something as a reward and play house for a bit 🩷🩷🩷
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my favourite thing about pogue!rafe is that he acts soooo inconvenienced by your presence. he hates kooks, think they’re so stuck up — so he can’t help but feel to push you away. always referring to you as a ‘stuck up little girl’ whilst he’s only a couple of years older than you. he’d done some work on the house before, and whilst your parents are away you literally don’t know who to call to fix your hot water problem so you try him, pacing around your room.
at first during your call, he tells you he’s got a shit tonne of work to be doing on other houses and doesn’t have time to drop everything for a kook princess. he can practically see your little pout through the phone, but keeps up his attitude until you thank him for his time anyway, sadly throwing out a little “no, i understand it’s okay. i’ll probably just hit up that jj maybank. i heard he’s pretty handy.” and suddenly he’s changed his tune, physically sitting up from his slouched position to be all “shit, okay fine… fine. i’ll be there in twenty minutes just — just don’t call anyone else a’ight?”
he’s sulking when he turns up with his tool box and that muscle tank and shorts with paint and dirt on them — unable to stop sucking on your bottom lip because he’s just so big and strong. he’s ignoring your lustful gaze with everything in him as he walks through to your bathroom. “lets just get this out the way, yeah?” he drawls as he gets to work.
you sit on the sink and swing your legs, not leaving him alone as he works simply chatting his ear off, seemingly unphased by his blunt replies, finding creative ways to shut you down like reminding you “yeah, uh you’re my little sisters age.” however you seemed totally unscathed, only working harder to prove you’re grown enough to take him.
“should be workin’ fine now so uh… just wire me the money n’we’ll be good. doin’ overtime right now so i kinda just wanna go home.” he waves you off and you step infront of him.
“you’re finished working?”
“di’nt i just say that kid?” he drawls and you grin, dragging him to your lounge.
“perfect! look i really wanna thank you specially for bein’ so helpful to me even though it’s clear you don’t want to. let me cook you dinner. please? i got beer and uh… i’ll make it really good. oh please rafe, my parents are away and i’m all alone.”
he sighs like it tortures his whole being, but he couldn’t deny that your house was super nice �� nicer to hang out in than his shitty little fishing shack that he calls a home. he’d heard the cops had been sniffing around for him wanting to talk about a little ‘altercation’ he recently wound up in and didn’t have the energy to deal with that. no one would suspect him in the kook princess headquarters.
he cracks open a beer and lounges on your couch watching tv as you prepare the food for him before sticking everything in the oven and heading upstairs to shower. he doesn’t notice your presence disappear until you’ve returned in the tiniest little night gown and damp hair, leading him to the dining room where you serve up his food.
“some real housewife shit, huh?” he can’t hold back his smile as you seat him infront of a hearty meal. you feel all warm at the implication, shrugging modestly.
it’s inevitable that you wind up in his lap after he’s eaten, having sat with him and flirted — leaning over the table with your tits practically spilling out. you can’t quite recall how you got there, in between telling him you had nothing on under the nightgown and him telling you that it wasn’t his fault that men had primal instincts or some shit like that — but soon he was pulling your dress up to your waist and stuffing himself inside you, roughly fucking up into you.
“oww, rafey!” you whine at how rough he’s being with you, not used to being treated like anything but a princess. he can tell it’s an act though, and you truly do love it from the way your walls contract around him.
“nah, nah you knew what you were doin’ inviting me here. what were — were you just sittin’ around with a fuckin’ wet pussy waitin’ on your moment to invite me round n’let you fuck on me? huh? that was this is?” he bucks his hips, holding onto you to completely take control from below, bashing you against the table with each thrust that was certain to leave bruises.
you whimper, pressing your body to his trying to win over some affection as you sniffle. “just got such a crush on you, rafe.” you mewl and he scoffs, taking that moment to pick you up in his lap and place you on the dining room table instead, gaining more control so he could keep rutting into you.
“sick’a you little kook girls tryn’a — tryn’a use me like im some little experiment that you can toss to the side afterwards.” he complains, gripping your hips and practically using you like a toy. if he wasn’t holding you up, you’d be completely limp.
“dont want you with other girls! not — not gonna get rid of you i just want you.” you defend, and finally he slows his punishing pace to catch his breath, staring down at you analytically with parted lips, dick twitching inside you at the confession.
“that right?” he deadpans and you nod, teary eyed. “that why you let me in this princess cunt raw? huh? no protection or nothin’? just… just hoping i pull out? ha…” he chuckles maliciously, starting to push in deeper once more, upping his pace just a tad. “yeah… yeah maybe i should nut right in here—” he caresses your lower tummy making you whimper, completely at his mercy with your legs split. “knock up some kook pussy. won’t just be a phase then will i? nah baby… nah you’d be stuck with me for life.”
he’s got a sick smile on his face, but what he’s not expecting is for you to grip the back of his neck, your bottom lip wobbling with a serious look in your eyes. “do it.” you command and his face drops a little, realising that maybe he was dealing with a girl that had it bad for him. that, or you’re trying to get some sort of revenge on your parents. either option made his dick throb.
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𝘣𝘢𝘨𝘨𝘪𝘯𝘨 𝘵𝘩𝘦 𝘱𝘦𝘳𝘴𝘰𝘯 𝘧𝘵. 𝘮𝘦𝘵𝘢𝘭𝘭𝘪𝘤𝘢
jess mariano x reader
genre; fluff
word count; 896
summary; jess annotates a book for reader and then proceeds to rethink every decision he’s ever made.
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reader pov
I had stopped by at Luke’s Diner to grab a coffee and have a small chat with Jess in the morning. He described a book he had recently read, saying it had been turned into a movie that disrespected the name.
“It’s so bad. Like, they changed multiple events and even one of the characters names. Don’t forget how everyone interacts with each other… it basically just shares the same name as the book is all.”
It was interesting seeing how frustrated he got about it, and I smiled at him.
“What book is this?”
His eyes widen a tad as he realizes he didn’t even say.
“I Know What You Did Last Summer. Lois Duncan.”
I nod, interested. I’d heard of the movie before, I think, in passing from my best friend. She and her mother watch a lot of things together, this might’ve been one she talked about.
“Did you like the book?”
I take a sip from my coffee, allowing the warmth of the drink to wake me up a bit more.
“Yeah, it was good. I annotated it as I read, if you want to borrow it.”
I smile at the offer, nodding along.
“I’d like that.”
And so here I sit, comfortably on my bed as I read the book. Jess’s annotations were always interesting. He didn’t only look at suspicious details in the story, he also had a soft spot for some of the romantic moments. It made me smile whenever I saw one, that goof.
The book was good, as he had said it was. I knew that Jess had written his full thoughts in the very back, so once I finished, I took everything in to form my opinions. I then open to the back to compare.
I didn’t expect a small folded paper to fall out. A little ‘huh’ escapes from my lips as I unfold it, reading it. I almost laugh at the simplicity of it. A note saying ‘Will you go on a date with me?’ with two boxes, one for yes and one for no. I snort in amusement, before placing it beside me to read his thoughts.
They were agreeable. It was well written and the. characters were developed. Barry was an asshole and Ray came off kinda creepy during some parts of the book.
Once I finish reading his thoughts, I turn my attention back to the note. I pick it up and walk to my desk, grabbing a pen. I checkmark the yes box and slide the note back into the book, knowing I’ll drop it off before dinner.
jess pov
What was I thinking.
Metallica pulses through the air as I stare at the ceiling. I’m lying on the floor as I collect my thoughts. I just asked out Y/n, and in probably the most stupid way possible.
What else can I do, I guess? And it’s too late anyways, they’re bound to have seen it by now.
Perhaps it isn’t the end of the world. If they say no, I’ll lose a close friend, but I’ll survive. Maybe I’ll be regretting who I am for a while, but I’ll survive.
The notes of Nothing Else Matters ring in my ears like a bell. I hum along faintly, occupying myself from my thoughts.
I pick myself up when there’s a knock on my bedroom door.
“Yes?”
Luke pops his head in, looking at me with tired eyes.
“C’mon. Dinner rush about to come in.”
And so I turn off my CD player and trudge down to the diner, ready to serve the rush. I head to the counter like my uncle asks me to and take peoples orders, scribbling in the notepad and dismissing them to a table. I hand the notepad to Luke to take to whoever’s cooking and repeat the process who knows how many times, when my attention is grabbed by a familiar face entering the diner.
Y/n approaches the counter with a friendly smile, brandishing my copy of I Know What You Did Last Summer. They place it on the counter, and I take it into my hands.
“Thoughts?”
I watch them lean against the counter and think for a moment.
“Well, I thought it was good. Barry was terrible to Helen, Ray was kinda freaky, Julie’s mom was a real one, some of the scenes were cool. The gunshot during the fireworks show was clever, I liked that. A crazed brother is a little silly, I wonder what happened to poor Megan. I feel bad for the parents of the little boy. I liked Helen but thought she was a little dim for not realizing what Barry was up to. His mom was annoying. I also like how you annotate books, by the way. Seeing your thought process is really interesting while I’m having my own, y’know?”
Y/n finishes, looking at me. Their look is knowing, so I know they read the note. The hairs on the back of my neck stand up. I wonder what they’ll say, if anything. The silence that follows what they say is awkward.
And then, “I’ll go out with you.”
They hand me the note, and I see that they checked off the yes box. I look up and see them smiling at me. I give a small smile back.
Maybe it wasn’t a mistake after all.
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