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Chapter 10: What Reminds You of Them

Blood Runs Thicker than Water - Joel & F!Reader (Platonic DBF!)

Summary: The weight of the new world is heavy on everyones shoulders. Maybe a card game will help?

Word Count: 2.3k

Tags: Mentions of loss, mentions of readers mom, mentions of sarah, reader has short hair, depression (myles), everyone just dealing with shit, joel trying to explain to reader that her dad is just a lil sad.

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Chapter 10: What Reminds You of Them

The horizon is bathed in a soft, hazy red glow, casting a warm hue across the landscape. Down below in the valley, a thick, dense fog weaves its way amid the mountains, slowly creeping up the sides like wisps of cotton. Scattered across the valley floor are various transmission towers, their metal skeletons once humming with activity. Now, nature begins its slow takeover as they lay dormant on the forgotten grounds, vines twisting up the towers and trees gradually swallowing them into their embrace.

The sun makes its slow descent behind the towering mountains, its last rays casting long shadows over the valley below. The moon takes its rightful place high up in the heavens, overseeing the narrow hiking trails snaking through the terrain. You sit at the edge of the rocky cliff, your legs tucked up against your chest as you take in the breathtaking view. Your thoughts drift back to the previous day, remembering how you had explored the valley. You had braved the climb up a fallen transmission tower to cross rapid waters, much to your father's worry.

Your eyes follow as Joel and Tommy appear in your line of vision at the bottom of the steep trail, their rifles held at the ready. They had ventured out around noon, armed with the intentions of hunting, and their efforts are now evident as they make their way up the trail, the weight of a freshly hunted deer in their grasp.

Your face lights up at the sight of the brothers, and you quickly rise to your feet, a grin spread wide across your face. You break into a jog, making your way back to the historic pub where your small group has sought shelter for the night.

You emerge from the tree line and navigate your way through the parking lot, skirting around dilapidated cars and piles of rusted scrap. In the distance, the pub comes into view, standing majestically tall as the last rays of the setting sun cast a warm glow over its brick exterior. The building takes on a castle-like quality, silhouetted against the orange and red hues.

You struggle against the considerable weight of the oversized front door, your feet shifting slightly on the ground as you summon all your strength to push it open. Muscles straining, you slowly creak the door open, the heavy wood groaning with resistance.

Footsteps echo loudly on the tiled floors as you race through the old building. As you reach the top of the stairs that would have been used by guests during the pub’s prime, you come to a halt in front of one of the rooms your father has started to set up camp in.

He stands with his back towards you, his gaze fixed out the window. Candles on the bedside tables cast a flickering, buttery light onto the mustard-colored walls, the wax of the candles starting to drip down the candlesticks. The rooms are basic but cozy, equipped with the bare minimum - a double bed, a chair, and a floor lamp along with the bedside tables.

You approach him silently and stop next to him, curious to see whatever it is that he's observing so intently. However, upon peering out the window, all you see is the peaceful sight of birds flying to their nests in the trees as the day comes to an end. You glance up at your father, taking in his expressionless face as his gaze remains fixed on the outdoor view.

You observe him closely, noticing the way his eyes glisten and his jaw clenches, a familiar expression that mirrors your own when your emotions begin to overflow. Concern tugs at your heartstrings as you speak softly, the question falling from your lips, "Why are you sad?"

He jolts slightly as he looks down at you, having been lost in thought before your sudden presence pulled him back to reality. With a heavy sigh, he glances back out the window as the light from Joel and Tommy's torches become visible. His gaze becomes distant as he speaks. "Your mom and I used to visit a lot of places just like this one," he says softly. "She was quite the history buff." He pauses, his words tinged with a hint of nostalgia, before he walks away from the window towards the door.

Your dad's casual comment about your mother catches your attention, and your eyes widen with keen interest. It is rare for him to bring her up in conversation, usually brushing off any mention of her name. So the fact that he's mentioned her unprompted piques your curiosity - and you are determined to grasp onto any details he shares.

You turn away from the window, a question about your mother on the tip of your tongue. But before you can voice it, your father has already made his way halfway down the stairs, leaving you alone in the room.

By the time you reach the downstairs area, Tommy is already hauling the slain deer into the small kitchen behind the bar. Joel, meanwhile, drops his bag onto the counter top with a thud and proceeds to start unloading its contents. He carefully places the assortment of items they'd managed to scavenge on top of the bar.

You clamber onto the stool next to your father as his conversation with Joel ends with hushed voices as your eyes scan the items spread out on the counter. A few sealed packages of food and some basic necessities cover the surface. You cast a quick glance at the finds, trying to hide your disappointment. You understand that survival means only grabbing what's necessary and nothing more, but you can't help but feel just a bit let down.

Your dad's fingers close around a packet of cigarettes, a sigh of relief escaping his lips. "I can't believe you actually found some," he mutters, extracting one from the pack. He rises from the stool and announces, "I'll be outside." Without further words, he turns and begins to make his way out of the room.

You pivot on your stool, intending to follow your father, but Joel gently suggests it might be best to give your dad some time alone right now.

You reluctantly turn away from your dad's departing figure and return your attention to Joel. With a heavy sigh, you rest your arms on the bar.

Joel pats at his coat pockets, a frown of concentration etched on his face. He rummages through them, eventually pulling out a small yellow and white striped cloth from his back pocket. With an enigmatic smile, he stretches his arm across the bar and hands it to you. You take the item, your fingers curling around the fabric as you regard it with cautious intrigue.

You unfurl the fabric and examine it quizzically, your curiosity piqued. Expecting to find something concealed within, you're momentarily surprised to find it's just cloth. "What's this?" you ask.

A soft chuckle escapes from Joel as he shakes his head, moving to stand beside you. Taking the cloth from your hands, he begins folding it with practiced ease. "It's a bandanna," he clarifies, positioning himself behind you. He then places the cloth on your forehead, skillfully tying the ends beneath your short ponytail.

"Keeps the hair out of your face." His touch is gentle as he removes the hair tie from your hair, allowing the short strands to fall loosely around your neck. Joel moves to stand beside you, and you notice the subtle rise of a soft smile at the corner of his mouth as he carefully adjusts the fabric, ensuring it's secure.

You shake your head to test it out and smile as the hair stays out of your eyes.

Tommy reappears in the room, holding two half-full bottles of alcohol in his hands, his face lit up with an excited grin. "Looks like we're eating and drinking well tonight," he declares with a booming chuckle. He sets the bottles down on the opposite side of the bar and proceeds to scour the cabinets for unbroken glasses.

With a glass in hand, Tommy turns and starts pouring alcohol for both himself and Joel. He pushes the glass across the counter towards Joel and takes a long sip of his own drink. Then, he glances your way, nodding approvingly. "Yellow suits you," he praises, his words accompanied by a small smile.

You murmur a quick thanks in response as Joel and Tommy start discussing their plans for the freshly caught deer. Their conversation fills the background as you fiddle with the ends of the bandanna.

You peer over your shoulder towards the parking lot through the large window. The world outside is steeped in almost complete darkness, the stars above offering minimal light. Your father is seated on the husk of a car, a small lantern by his side and a lit cigarette between his lips, casting a flickering glow against the side of his face that you can see.

Joel's hand gently rests on your shoulder. His gaze meets yours, accompanied by a sympathetic smile. "Come on," he murmurs, a playful tone in his voice. "Why don't we play a game of cards while Tommy cooks us dinner? Let me beat you again."

A disapproving frown creeps onto your face, and you let out an exaggerated huff before jumping off the stool. "You only win because you cheat," you retort, moving towards a table by the fireplace with a pout.

Joel responds with a scoff, an amused grin tugging at his lips. He takes his seat at the table, retrieving the deck of cards and diligently shuffling them in his hands. "Is that so?" he retorts, his tone both challenging and playful.

You can't help but gloat as you take the cards he's dealt. "Tommy told me so," you declare as you begin organizing the cards in your hand, the hint of a smirk on your face.

Joel responds with a resigned sigh, his focus on sorting out his own cards. "Just because he says somethin’, doesn't mean you gotta believe him, sweetheart," he warns, his tone a mix of gentle teasing and mild irritation. He shakes his head slightly, seemingly displeased with the cards he's been dealt.

You can't help but chuckle as you place down a card on the table. "He told me you would say that," you repeat, your smile widening as you revel in the thought of having anticipated his response.

Despite your smug attitude, Joel remains unfazed. He exhales a deep sigh and places his card on top of yours, matching your play.

Joel ends up winning four times in a row.

Your dad remains mostly withdrawn over the following week, his expression distant and detached. Both Tommy and Joel seem to intervene whenever you attempt to engage in conversation with him, subtly redirecting your attention elsewhere.

You've seen your dad behave this way before, but never for this extended period of time. Day after day, you wake up, silently hoping that it will be the day that he snaps out of it and returns to his usual self — just like he has in the past.

And yet, he doesn’t.

On the sixth day while you sit by the river, lost in your thoughts as you watch the soothing flow of the water, you turn to Joel. "Have I done something to upset my dad?" you ask, your voice barely above a whisper, the concern palpable in your words.

Joel's expression softens as he hears your question. He immediately pulls you into his side, pulling you closer to him. "Of course not, princess," he replies gently, his voice filled with a mix of reassurance and tenderness.

After a moment's pause, Joel continues, his tone soft and understanding. "He's just a little sad, that's all," he explains, his gaze fixed on the flowing water before you.

You scowl slightly at Joel's explanation, genuinely confused. "Sad?" you repeat, your voice tinged with confusion. "Why would he be sad?" The situation doesn't make sense to you, and you look up at Joel, seeking clarification.

Joel lets out a deep sigh, his eyes meeting yours. He tugs gently at the bandanna tied around your forehead, his touch gentle and tender. "He just misses your mom," he explains, his voice tinged with melancholy. "He misses how things used to be, how the world used to be."

You murmur a soft "Oh" in response, leaning into Joel's side as your gaze drifts to Tommy, who is washing his hair on the other side of the river with your dad. The silence that follows is filled with your unspoken questions and thoughts, hanging heavy in the air.

You turn your gaze back to Joel, a slight frown of confusion creasing your forehead. "Why is he missing her now?" you ask. "She died when I was born."

Joel takes a deep breath, seemingly contemplating how to explain it to you. "Sometimes," he begins slowly, "there are things that happen that remind us of something we've lost. It brings back memories."

You fall silent, mulling over his words as you begin to comprehend what Joel is trying to say. It's then that you recall your own fears and how the sight of fire still makes you think of losing Joel. The memory of being caught in the fire still haunts your dreams even years later.

You realize that your dad, like you, must also suffer from the same pain. The memory of losing someone you love can be triggered by the smallest things and bring forth powerful emotions, even years afterward.

“What reminds you of Sarah?” You ask, barely above a whisper.

There's a sudden tightness in Joel's grip on your arm, and you can feel the shuddering exhale of his breath. The mention of Sarah's name brings a flash of pain to his face, as memories of his lost daughter flood his mind. For a brief moment, his grief is palpable.

He's silent, his gaze transfixed on the river, his knuckles turning white as his grip on you involuntarily tightens. After a few moments, he finally speaks, his voice thick with emotion.

"Everything.”

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Notes

this is kind of a intermission, just a filler tbh. not extreamly happy about this chapter but i wanted to write them travelling before they reach somewhere suitable to stay.

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basorexia: chapter 2; a devotion

professor!Shouta Aizawa x teaching assistant!reader x professor!Keigo Takami

series warnings: 18+, smut, power imbalances, dumbification, blackmail, yandere tendencies, you’re probably not gonna like Hawks in this one, miscommunication, angst, stalking, dub-con, black-coded reader, hopeful happy ending, soft-dom!Aizawa, power-dom (I don’t know if this is what you call it, but he relishes the power he has over you.), love corner (because it’s two people liking one person, making it a corner), hopeful happy ending.

series summary: Living on the edge, sleeping, and having a relationship with your boss was never on your bucket list but here you are. Locked within a tangle of arms together, you thought nothing could touch, but soon one will find out how much obsession can open all secrets. For both you and everyone around you.

Chapter summary: you meet up with your cousin for lunch, a glimpse into your study group, a faculty meeting, and a night that ends in bliss... or does it really?

Chapter warnings: smut. 18+ soft/service-dom!aizawa. cunnilingus. praise kink.

wc: 4.2k

The restaurant was a hole-in-the-wall type of place, a small restaurant/pub that’s been passed down from generation to generation. Rumi, who most people know as Miruko, took you here when you first arrived in the city, all the way back during the beginning of your undergrad. Your mothers were sisters and the two of you basically grew up to be sisters, which was why when you got into Yuuei University, it was an easy decision to move in with her. While you pursue a career in neuroscience, she had a tenacity for exercise, making her up as a celebrity personal trainer, helping the top within the entertainment industry. She was constantly traveling, so even though you moved in with her you would barely see your cousin which was what made this lunch even more special to you.

Opening the door, you waved over to the bartender on duty, an older man who’s been here since before you arrived in the city. You glanced around the room seeing the familiar long platinum-white hair pulled up into a high ponytail. Rumi was looking down at her phone before she noticed you approaching. She smiled, standing up and walking to meet you halfway, She wrapped her arms around you, with you doing the same, enveloping you in a tight hug. She smelled of blackberries and soft vanilla. The two of you let go of each other, before settling into your respective seats. You took your jacket off, placing it on the empty chair beside it along with your bag. Immediately a server walked over to you, placing straws down and asking about drinks. Rumi ordered a Shirly Temple and you ordered a simple Sprite.

“So, how long are you back in town till the next celebrity?” You asked her after seeing what you want, placing the laminated folder down.

Miruko sighed, leaning back into her chair, “I’m taking a month off, I’ve been running ragged going up and down the country these past five months.”

You raised an eyebrow, “wow, last time you took a break, you only took a week off. Is there something else going on?”

She shook her head, pressing a hand towards her temple, “nah, just looking out for myself before i have a mental breakdown.”

You nodded your head, but before you could say anything, the server came back with your drinks. You thanked them before they asked if you were ordered. You ordered one of their spicy chicken sandwiches, your usual when you came here with loaded fries. Miruko ordered a big ass burger, also with loaded fries as well. The server smiled, before walking away to put your orders in. Once they were gone, you looked back towards your cousin, concern etched around in your eyes.

“Is everything okay, Miruko?”

She nodded her head, “I’ll be cool, just overdue for a well needed break, You know how I can overwork myself.”

She suddenly slammed her hands on the table, the bereaved look on her face disappearing, “enough about me! How about you? Anything new? Anyone new?” She wiggled her eyebrows on the last part, making you roll your eyes.

“Nothing new going on in my life,” you fibbed, glancing around, “just been going to class, being a teaching assistant, nothing new.”

Miruko didn’t accept that, leaning in closer to you, eyebrows curling up.

“Come on, you can tell me,” she nudged you, full on smirking at this point.

You rolled your eyes, but your smile still showed up, “there’s no one new, but if there is, you’ll be the first to know.”

She didn't believe you, judging by the way she looked at you but she dropped it, instead changing the conversation to your work during school. Your food soon arrived, the plates still steaming hot from the stove and oven. The two of you indulged into the food, conversation easily flowing between the two of you. You spent up to two hours there with your cousin, reminiscing on the old times when you two were growing up together.

The time went past the two of you, and you both had separate appointments to get to. Your cousin didn't want you to take the bus, so she dropped you off on campus. You had a study group to get to, with other people in your class in the library. You said bye to your cousin before heading off, seeing her luxury car speed away. You headed inside the library, walking past the receptionist at the counter towards the elevator. The study/project group was with some other people in your class, who were in the same master program as you as well.It was only five of you, including yourself.

Walking down the hall, you turned a couple of corners to get to the study room, the same one you had been using all year as well. You opened the door, smiling at the rest of the groups who seemed to have gotten started without you. You placed your things down before wrapping your arms around the person beside you, who immediately hugged you back.

“Oof, I’m glad you could actually make it, that teaching assistant job of yours as you are so busy!” One of your peers and someone who you could call a friend, Akira.

You shook your head, “sorry guys, things have been really hectic, but I’m finding a balance!”

Another one of the group, Takamori, who most just call Mori, shook his head, “don’t sweat it. Despite not showing up for a couple of weeks, you still get more work done than good ole Zenko over here!”

Mori slapped Zenko on his neck, who hissed and yelled a “hey!”, rubbing at the sore spot. You shared glances with Akira, before rolling your eyes at the same time.

You sat down in your seat, glancing over at the last person in the group, Hikari, who kept mostly to themselves. They looked up from their computer, seeing you and giving you a wave. You waved back, with a smile before looking up at the tv which was hooked to Hikari’s computer, containing your currency 35 slide PowerPoint. You took your jacket off, putting it on your chair before grabbing your laptop and iPad out of your bag. The air soon settled amongst you all, getting into a working mode to hopefully finish the rest of the representation. It wasn't due for another three weeks but you all would rather not have to worry about your hectic schedules.

Time passed once again as conversation flowed, a rhythm you all found while working together. You only had the room for two and a half hours, which gave you thirty minutes before the faulty meeting you were required to go to.

You said goodbye to everyone, giving hugs and kisses to Akira and making plans to hang out next weekend should your world allow it. You split ways, with you headed right back to the swanky new science building. You entered the building, going up the long stairs and turning away from the main lobbies to the hallway where the huge conference rooms were. The meeting consists of all the sciences faculty, including teaching assistants. Aizawa was the only teacher teaching Anatomy so he was expected to be here. You were his lone teaching assistant, you couldn't help but smile at that, this meeting was also required for you to be here.

Arriving at the conference room, you waved to some of the other professors, taking your seat in the furthest corner in the back of the room. Towards the front, you could see that familiar mess of dark hair, sitting alongside a blond man with long hair. The two of them were speaking, whatever it was you couldn't hear. You immediately pulled out your phone, and scrolled through your phone, looking through Twitter as the rest of the science professors filed into the conference room. Once all the professors filed into the room, the head of the science department, a very sweet lady by the name of Kayama, began to speak, flicking through the PowerPoint, focusing on the details of this semester and next semester.

Jumping, you felt a pinch at your backside, turning around only to be staring into golden-brown eyes. Hawks winked at you and you gave him a small smile and wave before turning around and continuing to pay attention to the meeting. Professor Kayama continued on with her presentation, with other professors chiming in as well. You kept quiet, taking notes on things you needed to do for the rest of the semester and what was to come next semester.

“We’ll also be introducing a new grading system next term, and we want to prepare you all for it!”

You took bullet points on everything you saw, listening to all the different questions other members were having. The meeting took well into the night, considering that today was Friday and they would like to intrude on people’s quality time with their families or loved ones.

Soon the meeting ended, and you walked out of the building, heading down the street to the nearest bus stop. As you walked down the street, a cold breath blowing right in front of you, a car slowly came to a stop right beside you. The horn caught your attention, turning toward the car only to find Shouta parked right beside you. Blinking, you took a few steps towards him, leaning into the rolled-down window.

“Can I help you sir?” you asked him, sticking your head into the window.

The car was dark, dark leather, the dashboard and everything dark matching the seats. It was decently clean, save for a few things in the back seat but that was probably things from the job. You looked back at him, cocking your head to the side a bit. Aizawa glanced over one time, before jerking his head to the side, motioning for you to get in the car. You stepped back a bit, opened the side door, and slid inside the car. You threw your bag into the back seat, buckling up before Shouta zoomed off into the night, probably towards his house. Relaxing into the chair, rolling your neck, releasing all the tension.

“How was lunch with your cousin?” He asked you, taking a left.

“It was really good, I hadn’t seen her in so long despite me living in her house,” you said, a soft smile appearing on your face.

He huffed, “hope she doesn’t mind me taking you away for the night then.”

You laughed at that, “stealing me away for the night? Should I be scared?”

You looked towards him as he huffed out a laugh, “yes, you most definitely should be scared.”

You rolled your eyes, a playful smile on your face as you reached in the back for your phone, pulling it out of your tote bag. Unlocking it, you pull up your messages with Mirko.

Spending the night at a friend’s place, be back tomorrow.

M: I knew it. Just a “friend” huh?!

You rolled your eyes once again, placing your phone in your lap and looking straight ahead. The two of you soon arrived at his home, a small three-bedroom home out in the suburbs of the city, away from all the bright lights. He pulled up into the driveway, using the garage remote attached to the sun visor of the car. Shouta pulled up into the garage, immediately closing it after he did. Then you got out, with you grabbing your bag from the back seat. You entered his home through the garage door, following right behind him. The garage door entered an area right beside the kitchen and the stairs to the second floor of the house. You placed your bag on the counter right side of the door, to the left, slipping off your shoes as you did. Shouta put his things on the island of his kitchen.

This wasn’t the first time you’d been in his house, so you knew most of where everything was. You followed the tall man into the kitchen, seeing him pull out different ingredients from the kitchen. You came up right beside him, seeing all the different ingredients being pulled out.

“Help me out here,” is all he said before you went into gear.

The two of you entered into a flow, with you working with the cold ingredients while he focused on actually cooking. It was quiet between the two of you but a very warm silence, as the two of you worked. The idea was a red pasta with pan-fried chicken. Cooking together was probably the second-most intimate act between the two of you, other than sleeping together. You smiled to yourself, seeing his hand place a wet towel down as you grabbed an onion to chop up.

As he finished cooking, you prepared the dining table which was also in the kitchen. You grabbed the re-corked bottle of white wine and placed it on the table, along with two of his wine glasses. Using the tool, you pulled the cork out. As you sat, pouring the wine into the glasses, Shouta began walking over, holding two plates in his hand. He placed one in front of you while taking the other one in the space right beside you. Thanking him, the two of you soon began eating.

Soon after dinner, you grabbed the plates, taking them over to the sink. Shouta went to the bathroom as you began to clean up, washing up the glasses as well. Focusing on the items in the sink, you didn’t notice the footsteps coming up behind you until you could feel hands suddenly wrap around your waist. Gasping, you were suddenly turned around, facing Shouta who pressed you against the sink. His hands sunk down, grabbing you underneath your thighs and pushing you up, so he could wrap your legs around his own waist. Giggling, you reached behind you, turning off the water tap before placing your arms up around his neck and shoulders. Nails weaving into his hair, pushing his head down towards your own.

He pressed you against the sink counter, lips roughly pressed your own. Your grip on his hair was harsh. You whispered a ‘fuck’ as he let go of your lips. His hands went from your waist, grabbing the bunched-up fabric of your dress, slowly peeling it up. Shouta tasted of wine and tomato sauce, you probably tasted the same. Lifting your arms up, you allowed him to take the rest of your dress off, leaving you in only your thong. He threw the fabric in some obscure corner, hands coming right up to your breasts. Your hands left his hair, going down to his black shirt. As you began to lift his own shirt up, he started to leave kisses all along your neck. He moved his hands, allowing you to get his shirt off before slowly throwing it somewhere. He attached himself back to you, his mouth moving to your titties.

Gasping, your nails dug into his back as he sucked away at your nipple, his other hand squeezing and holding the other one. You choked on your own spit, intensity overwhelming at a rapid pace. His touch and actions were familiar yet had you going senseless every time. God, you’ve never met a man like Shouta Aizawa, you doubt you ever find someone that makes you feel intense passion. From the moment you met, till now, your life has been a set trajectory with his every touch leading the way.

“Shouta,” gasping, hands basically ripping down his back.

You could feel him smirk against you, taking in every detail of you. He soon let go of your breasts, leaving a wet kiss along your stomach to your abdomen, and soon reached in between your thighs. His hands slid down your things, slowly sliding the pink velvet thin cloth off your body. As it pooled on the floor, he kneeled right over, face right there in between your thighs. His hot shaky breath caused sent trembles up your body through your spine. Moving his hands to your inner thighs, he separated them placing his tongue right on your clit.

You screamed, hearing yourself echo through the otherwise silent kitchen. Your hand flew to your mouth, covering up the onslaught of moans that were coming about. Almost immediately his hand left your thigh, flying up to your covered hand moving it from your mouth before diving in deeper.

Backing arching, you shook against the counter from his actions. His lips wrapped around your clit, sucking away endlessly. Bracing yourself, you could feel the cold of the metal sink as he pushed back against you. The way he commanded your body, in just a few months you two knew each other. The way he paid attention to every gasp and shiver, the way you moved within his hold.

“So good, oh my god,” the last word extended as you could feel him sink two fingers into your wet, glistening heat.

He kept going on and on, your rash movements and thrashes unmoving to him. The two of you locked eyes for a moment, and you can feel him smirk against you. Shouta took pride in the way he manipulated your body, and that moment was one of many that confirmed that. As Shouta continued, you could feel your lower abdomen begin to shake, your legs shaking with it. That titillating, familiar beginning to rise and rise quickly. Shouta kept his pace steady, inserting an extra finger inside of you as well.

Holding yourself was too strenuous, your head and shoulders falling into one side of the sink. You screamed at him that you were almost there, that you were gonna come soon. Your hands could no longer reach over to him, the limbs falling right by your side.

With a final moan, back arching once again, you reached your peak, everything crashing all at once.

Gasping heavily, you lifted your head up as Shouta stepped away from you for a moment. He gave you a single moment to reprieve, before picking up your body with ease. Immediately you latched yourself around him. In between the time he pressed me against the counter to now, he had lost his sweatpants. Legs wrapping around his waist, you pressed your lips against his own, indulging in your taste. As you kissed him, his one hand held you up as the other lost the boxers he was wearing. He pushed you up, angling your body well. Gasping as you felt that familiar pressure, throwing your head back as he pressed himself into you. Letting go of the kiss, you pressed your cheek against his shoulder as he lowered down further and further.

“So, so soo big, fuck,” panting, tongue out and drolling as he stretched you out, filling you to the brim.

His deep raspy chuckles rattled your body, his mouth right near your ears, “just a little more, angel.”

You could let out shaky moans, nodding your head whilst laying it down on his shoulder. With one last thrust, he was all the way in. With little to no remorse, start lifting your body up and down with an intoxicating speed. You braced yourself within his hold, curling within his touch as he continued to hold you up and move within you. Your eyes were drooping, overwhelmed by his movements, your ears, and your mind buzzing with white noise.

“Keep your eyes open, baby, look at me.”

Gasping, pulling yourself out of the trance, you moved your head to be able to look at him.

“Yeah, yeah that’s it, keep your eyes right on me.”

Your body was sticky with sweat, the atmosphere was heated all around you, and you could barely breathe as he rocked you. You tried your best, your hardest to keep your eyes right on him. The grunts resonated in your ears as he picked up his pace, continuing to reach deep within you. He was dangerously close to your cervix, pressing just closer enough for it to hurt just right.

“Shouta,” you convulsed in his hold, body twitching with euphoria.

He says nothing as he continued to fuck you, finding his fast pace and sticking to it. Gasping as he leaned in close to you, placing wet kisses all over your neck and shoulder. The sudden closeness caused him to penetrate deeper inside you.

“‘s too deep, fuck so deep Shouta,” you cursed, head thrown back.

Your body began to quiver and shake, choked sobs making their way up from your throat. You were close, so painfully close. His movements and thrusts forced your back to arch, curling more and more into the impending climax.

“Gonna come, fuckfuckfuckfuck gonna come.”

He smirked, continuing his brutal thrusts, with no intention to let you up.

“Go on, cum for me baby.”

With those words, a final single cry erupted out of your lips, you writhed in his hold, pussy dripping all over him, dripping right onto the floor. Heaving, letting out a heavy gasp, your body went slack, all muscles within your body unresponsive. SHouta'’s grunts became louder and rougher, his thrust becoming erratic. However, you could barely even process anything that happened after you came, his hands being the only thing that's holding your body up.

With a final thrust, Shouta came deep within you, not even bothering to pull out like other times before. It was silent except for his heavy breathing and your slight pants. You were floating, your mind, it was out of this world, like many times before. You could feel your body moving, him slowly pulling you off of him, the sullen feeling with the sudden emptiness. You could feel all that was happening all around you. Shouta carried you within his arms, moving you around to carry you around like a bride. He left your pile of clothes in the kitchen as he walked up and out the kitchen, up the stairs to his bedroom. Doors opened and creaked as he stepped in, sudden light flooding your closed eyes.

He took a few steps, before kneeling down slightly and reaching for something, resting you against his thigh. A rush of water, his bathtub, you could slowly deduce within your state. He waited for a moment, for the water to be a bit sallow and warm enough before slowly placing you inside. As the water fills, the heat brings your mind back to earth a bit, boring your eyes to look up at your lover. You gave him a weak smile, pulling your hand out of the water to feel for his face. His scruffy beard and the familiar scratchiness brought a weak smile to your face as you pulled him down, placing a soft kiss on his lips.

As you let him go, he gave you his own soft smile, before getting up, and going over to the small basket of body care he leaves near the bathtub. He grabbed it, walked back over to you, and placed it right near the tub before getting in himself, lifting you up before sitting down and placing you right on his lap. Together, the two of you cleaned each other up, rinsing off the sin of the previous activities.

As soon as you were clean, you were more grounded, following after him to the two towels he laid out for you. The two of you dried off, you get dressed in one of his thin t-shirts, and him getting into another pair of sweatpants before guiding you out of the bathroom. You climbed into his bed, with him following in right after you. The two of you got under the covers, snuggling right near each, his arm right on top of your whole body. Taking a deep breath, you smiled, easily falling into a deep and peaceful sleep.

You woke up with a gasp, the sudden feeling of pressure within your bladder, and no, not the good kind either. Grimacing, you pushed away Shouta’s arm, holding your stomach as you pushed yourself off the bed. He was an extremely heavy sleeper, not waking up as you walked around the bed, and towards the bathroom. Glancing to your left, you noticed a familiar bag sitting against the wall near his nightstand. Smiling to yourself, he must have gotten up and gotten it as you were asleep. Then you were reminded of the impending danger that was coming. Quickly, you grabbed your phone out of the tote bag before heading right inside the bathroom.

Scrolling through Twitter as you did your business, cleaning up and washing your hands. You were about to head back outside when you noticed two email notifications come in at the same time to your phone, one addressed to your personal and your school. You ignored the personal one, you could see that one tomorrow, but you checked the school one, making sure it was that one professor that constantly got back to you at odd hours of the night.

Your heart stopped. Blood went as cold as a snake.

Your ears began to fill with white noise, and your heart raced faster and faster as you scrolled through what you were seeing. Tears were welling right in your eyes,

On your phone screen, were pictures of you and Shouta, not only from today but from days, even a date night he surprised you with a month ago in a whole new city during a school break.

At the end of the email, was the only words within this world-shattering email,

I know your secret Angel… ;-) <3

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Don’t fear the Reaper part 1

I got excited and wrote part one haha. Female character, swearing and COD typical violence throughout this series. Female x oc

A night at the pub goes awry, Ghost offers a helping hand, though that’s not the only thing you notice that night.

Don’t fear the Reaper, a popular saying about the inevitability of death. However, you were feared amongst many. You’d been with 141 for a while now and earnt your call sign ‘Reaper’, due to your extremely violent tendencies. There was nothing you loved more than watching the life drain from a persons eyes. The warmth of their blood on your skin. In fact you revelled in it.

On base those who didn’t know you, but knew of you gave you a wide berth. They felt uneasy. And honestly? You loved it. You loved making people feel uneasy, on edge. You kept to yourself mostly, preferring to observe and listen to your surroundings. You’d often be found either at the gun range, or on the mats sparring with some sucker who clearly had a death wish.

Tonight, however you were sat on the roof, dangling your feet over the edge like a child. You watched as you exhaled smoke, the sweet high of nicotine coating your lungs. The night was clear, stars peering down over you like silent protectors. It was peaceful, just how you liked it. That was until your phone vibrated next to you, a little soap emoji popped up. Smirking you rolled your eyes, wee Johnny, your closet friend here. His text was simple. Pub. Not a question but a command.

Jumping down you stubbed out the cigarette under your black boots and made your way down the stairs. Sending a kissy face emoji back to him. You swung by your room to freshen up, change of top, a swipe of red lip balm and a squirt of Baccarat Rouge 540. You slid your phone back in your pocket and gave yourself a once over in the mirror.

‘Reaper!’ He shouted excitedly down the hall, his accent thick and gravelly. God you loved his accent, any Scottish accent to be honest. ‘Hey Johnny!’ You smiled back, bounding towards him full speed. You hopped on his back as he made his way off base, you two were thick as thieves. But purely platonic, he had a girl back home he was planning on asking to marry him. You kept annoying him by asking to be his best man, constantly.

The pub wasn’t too far away from the base, a small country side pub which was normally filled with locals. Locals you had a love hate relationship with. Gaz, Price and Ghost were already there waiting for the two of you. They were all squished in a tiny booth, which looked ludicrous. Two chairs were placed outside the booth, at the end of the table ready for you.

The pub was warm and cosy, a stone floor and wooden beams adorned the ceiling. Pale white walls and a huge open fire in the centre, crackling in the background. Perfection. Two pints were already waiting for you by the time you arrived. ‘There they are! Take your fuckin time, Christ!’ Gaz greeted with a roll of his eyes. ‘Who put 20p in you this evening?’ Soap retorted, taking his seat. You followed suit, pulling your chair into the table and taking a sip of the amber liquid of the Gods.

‘Looks like you needed that’ Price laughed from behind his beard. You nodded ‘thirsty work making men submit all day.’

‘Not making em quit already I hope?’ Price asked taking a swig of his drink. Smirking, you shrugged, ‘not yet anyway.’ It was a well known fact you put new recruits through their paces during drills, especially sparring and close combat training. So much so that a few had quit mere weeks after joining, something you were quite proud of in fact.

Conversation and drinks flowed well into the evening. You stumbled back from the jukebox and eagerly awaited your song choice. ‘Better not be shit, I know what you’re like’ Ghost quipped. You feigned offence, ‘now sir, since when have I ever played shit. I am a woman of good taste I’ll have you know.’ He rolled his eyes before a small crease became visible in the outer corner. Fucker was smiling under that mask. You often wondered what his mouth looked like.

True Faith by New Order came on over the speakers, you flashed a grin to Ghost who met your gaze with some surprise. ‘Well?’

‘Hmm, not bad, I’ll let you off.’

‘Not bad?!’ You shrieked laughing, ‘this is a staple, an absolute classic. Pffft. Not bad. I’m offended.’ You swigged the dregs of your pint before standing, ‘my round lads, same as before?’ They finished off their drinks and a flurry of please and thank yous rang out among them.

The pub was busy, but wasn’t overcrowded, it was a nice atmosphere, relaxed. Putting the tray of drinks on the table you handed them out one by one. Handing Ghost his short of Bourbon his fingertips grazed yours as you passed him the glass. Normally this wouldn’t have bothered you, except he seemed to flinch. Looking up his eyes were already on you, burning through your mere presence. As you caught his gaze he looked away, desperately looking else where. Weird.

Evening turned into night, round two turned into three, turned into five. You were all starting to feel the affects of the alcohol, feeling merry and buzzed. You stood outside smoking a cigarette, taking a few minutes for yourself. Enjoying your own company until a group of men walked past, one deciding to try his chances with you. ‘Alright love? Nice arse you got there.’ You eyed him up and down, ‘thanks. Bit out of your league though a ain’t I?’ He approached your further. ‘She got a mouth on her this one. I like em feisty. Come back with me I’ll show you a good time.’

‘It’s a no from me. Keep walking, there’s a good lad.’ You pointed to the direction of the village. ‘Wasn’t asking, was tellin yah. Seems that mouth of yours needs putting to work.’ He came closer still, rage now rising in your blood. ‘I wouldn’t’ you warned, anger coating the tip of your tongue. ‘Or what?’ He squared up to you, pushing your buttons for a reaction, mashing them all together. ‘Or I’ll punch you so hard you’ll be shitting teeth for a week. Now. Fuck off.’ You stepped up to him, face to face, seeing the rage overflow from him. Clearly he doesn’t know what no means.

With him not backing down you offered one final warning. ‘Last chance. Fuck off.’ Scoffing he spat in your face, ‘bitch.’ And that was that, you saw red. Reeling back you planted a very hard Glasgow kiss on his forehead. As he stumbled backwards you pushed him, he fell to the floor with a thud. His friends then started shouting obscenities at you. ‘Oh fuck off. I’ll floor you n all if you want?’ You knew Price would have you for this, again. But you didn’t care, why should they keep getting away with it.

Due to the commotion the boys appeared at the door, seeing the larger men come to your aid the others ran off. Hoisting their confused friend off the floor and throwing him over their shoulders. ‘Think you’ve have enough love. We all have, back to base’ Price ordered. ‘He fuckin started it!’

‘And I’m finishing it. Ghost have a word, Soaps in the loo. Gaz grab her purse please mate.’

Feeling like a child you marched ahead to the base, furious at being shut down like that. With only a few short strides Ghost caught up to you and placed a hand on your shoulder to stop you. ‘You alright?’ Whipping round you looked up at him, seething, ‘do I look alright? I get harassed and yet I’m the bad guy? Fuckin Price. He can be a real arse sometimes.’

‘I know, but…’

‘But nothing. Do you know how exhausting it is to be harassed and still be made out to be the bad guy. That it feels like I should just sit back and take it? Fuck no. And fuck you if you think that.’

‘I don’t think that. None of us do.’

‘He fucking spat at me. Pity I couldn’t cave his fucking head in.’

‘He spat at you?! Lemme see.’

In your heightened state you’d completely forgot to even wipe it off your face. A string of saliva hung from your hairline to your cheek. Ghost cupped your jaw with one had and wiped away the offensive substance with the other. He’s patched you up before, but never touched you, like this. Gentle. Caring. You felt the flutter of a butterfly’s wing in your stomach, a pin prick of heat rose to your cheeks. ‘Thanks, sir’ you murmured softly.

‘Oi!’ A familiar voice boomed. Soap came running up to you, hands fumbling over you making sure you were ok. ‘Price told me what happened. Heard you head-butted the wanker. Gutted i didnae see it.’ You ruffled his hair, ‘well I can head-butt you? Then you’d know what it felt like.’

‘Fuck off Reaper. Come on’ he motioned for you to jump up for a piggyback, ‘let’s get you back before you assault anyone else.’

You jumped up onto his back and secured you legs round his waist. Turning back you saw Ghost was still watching you, nodding you offered a silent thank you. His touch still biting at your face.

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Hermione Granger is riding a career high: her biography on Voldemort was a smash hit, her agent Blaise Zabini has just negotiated a lucrative new contract with her publisher, and her follow-up work on the writing of Hogwarts: A History already has buzz. She is happy… happyish… content… fine. Definitely not interested in reconnecting with her former childhood bully, even if he possesses a first edition she’d kill to get her hands on. But their explosive reunion poses more questions than answers and Hermione finds herself curious about more than the contents of a book.

Hermione and Draco reunite to heal, write a book, fall in love, and solve a cold case.

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“I loved Pureblood Hypocrisy ,” Malfoy muttered, cutting short the spiraling of her mind. His voice was almost lost in the ambient noise of the pub, and she felt him speak more than she heard him.

Whirling in her chair to face him, she caught his eyes completing a scan of the room. His comment had to have more complicated intentions than bearing a compliment, but she was automatically distracted with the reference to her last book.

“Is that your biography of the Dark Lord?” Theo asked, embracing the change of topic with an eagerness that made Hermione cringe.

“Yes,” she answered coldly, eyes never straying from Malfoy’s blank face. “As you may recall, I sent you a fair amount of owls to try and schedule an interview.”

“You did,” he confirmed casually. The disregard grated against every single one of her nerves.

“You didn’t feel the need to respond?” Hermione asked, attempting to match his insouciance. She could see from Blaise’s worried face that she wasn’t pulling it off.

“Silence speaks for itself,” he shrugged, watching the remnants of his drink spin at the bottom of his glass before downing it.

“It does, doesn’t it?” Hermione sneered, knuckles white against her mug. “Almost as if you still hold some loyalty to your former master.”

The entire table froze, silent until Blaise forced out a strained laugh.

Malfoy defrosted at the sound, relaxing into his chair and giving her a tight smile. “I’m sure you can relate to finding a topic that hits too close to home.”

“Apt wording, considering you welcomed the man into your home,” Hermione countered.

“It is not a period of time that I wish to revisit,” he gritted out, avoiding her provocation. Somehow it only fueled her wrath.

“Mustn't dwell on the past, not when you're so very culpable,” she said with a dismissive wave of her hand.

Malfoy leaned forward, eyes molten and nostrils flaring. She could feel his hot breath on her cheek, sharp with alcohol and faintly minty. “I’ve paid my dues,” he growled.

Hermione laughed. Her mouth curved into a dark smile, but Theo smothered the fire growing on her tongue before she could release it.

“I’ve heard wonderful things!” He nearly shouted, slowly adjusting the volume of his voice as he rambled on. “About your book. I only read when I’m paid to, I’m afraid, but I’ve heard wonderful things. Never been much of a reader, outside of school. More of a numbers man, myself.”

“It’s still on the top seller list, three years later,” Blaise provided helpfully.

Theo gasped, overselling his astonishment. “You don’t say!”

Malfoy rolled his eyes, pushing back in his chair and glaring out at the room. It seemed he enjoyed being managed as little as she did.

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bourbonanbarrelnorth · 5 months

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stranger224 · 27 days

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Kinky Kaptions: Remember

“I’m telling you this chick's tits were out here!” Gary bragged to his buddies as they shared a drink at a local sports bar

“And I’m telling you you are full of shit! That girl you were bragging about being a smoking 11 last week; I looked her up, she is barely a 6” his buddy Andy responded.

“I said she was an 11 when I was drunk! Looking her up sober doesn't count. But that doesn't matter cause the chick I was with the other night was an 11 sober! Her tits were beautiful and her ass, god; I wish I could remember her name.” Gary said.

His friend Oliver snorted. “Of course you can't, then we could find her and see if you're full of shit!”

Steve and Pete nodded in agreement. They had heard Gary telling tales of exploits before, and the women were never as hot as he made them sound.

“Actually he is being quite modest, we did have fun the other night”. A sultry voice added to the conversation. Its owner stepping up to the table. The hottest woman any of the men had ever see casually came into view. Her fiery red hair hung like a waterfall down her back, her breasts full DDs that had been spilling out of her bra, ending in an ass that could stop traffic. She settled that plush rear into Gary’s lap and cheekily took a sip of his beer. Gary for his part felt like a king, the way her soft flesh felt on his lap made him hard so fast he got a head rush. Feeling it jiggled while she got comfortable he was surprised he didnt cum on the spot. She kisses his cheek before continuing “You left out the best part, the blond with the giant rack that gave you a tit job while I was in the shower. Remember?” The memory forming in Gary’s mind, how could he have forgotten?Those tits had been amazing, round, perky, they were obviously implants. But who cared when they were wrapped around his dick?

A giggle brought him back to reality. A blond strode up to the table, her heels clicking on the polished wood floor of the bar. She leaned over Gary’s head so her massive tits rested on the top of his chair “Yea that totally was fun! She said in a high pitched girly voice. “But not as much fun as the week before I bet. You showed me a picture of that girl, the one with lips so pumped up she could barely talk Member?”

Gary certainly did. It had been the best blow job he had ever had, right in the back of this pub. The guys had bet him he couldn't get that chick's number, but he had sure showed them. She had been pretty, but what she could do with her lips. He almost regretted giving her a fake number. Then again, if he hadn't then he wouldn't have met, what were their names again? The blond and the redhead, hell what was Lip chick’s name? He searched for it but it never appeared. It was a painful flick to the forehead that got him to focus this time. When he focused Lip Chick was at his side. Her beautifully sculpted lips turned into an adorable pouty frown. “If you had gifen me your real number, You would hafe seen what these could really do. but oh well you're lost." She walked up to Pete and settled into his lap with a wet kiss on his cheek. The group ordered another round and relaxed. Gary particularly enjoyed how the Redhead felt on his cock. He hoped he could get the Blond and the Redhead to give a repeat performance.

A bit later the blond and the redhead started arguing about something Gary hadn’t been paying attention to, only tuning in to hear “Don't get me wrong Red, you have a beautiful ass but this woman Gary and I played with the other week end, I was worried she wouldn't be able to get through the door of my apartment with hips that wide. Member Gare?

Gary’s hand reflexively squeezed Red's meaty thigh as the memory came to him. Him and The Blond had found the Brunette at a club, chatted her up, and brought her home. The memory of his cock squeezing between her soft ass cheeks was overwhelming. She had felt so good that words failed him, particularly when the same brunette settled herself on Andy’s lap “I hear my name. Were you too sluts talking about little old me?” The brunette had a lovely southern drawl that matched with the rugged flannel and khaki shorts she had shoved her oversized curves into. Blondie squealed excitedly, throwing herself into The Brunette’s arms before wrapping her own around the woman’s hip and rear, trying fruitlessly to get her arms all the way around the soft orbs while kissing her aggressively.

“Get a room you too” Lip Chick said taking a break from her own make out session.

“I actually just came from mine. After a wonderful fuck session with Gary and Olivia there” said the brunette coming up for air to toss Oliver’s hair. Oliver looked confused “Olivia?”

“Oh no need to hide from us Olivia. We all know how much of a bimbo you are. All those pink slutty outfits you wear. That's how you ended up in a room with Gare bear and me. Gary was mauling those massive tits of yours. While I sat on his face and he ate me out, oh it felt so good you remember right Gary?”

Gary did. The brunette’s ass was so large he had been afraid it was going to suffocate him. That just made his cock harder. Which had made Olivia scream even louder. She had bounced on him so hard, that her tits had flopped out of the pink wrap top she had been using to conceal a bit of modesty. Lucky she had put it back on before coming down to drink with him and the lads she was such a ditz he half expected her to forget it. He looked at her over the table and saw she was playing with her nipples through the shirt “Oh yea that was hot! God, I'm such a ditz, how could I forget an orgasm that good!”

“Maybe because you were too busy masturabing to that night you Gary and Steffi over there had a threesome.” Red said. nodding over to Steven who had been quietly enjoying his beer before all of the women had come over. “You had been telling us that Steffi was such a blond she's more of a ditz than you are. Remember Gary?”

Of course Gary did. He remembered thinking this girl was such an idiot it was good thing she had nice tit’s. He also remembered pounding her into such a stupor she hadn't been able to form words for an hour, not that words were really what her mouth was for. That had been the best head he had gotten before he met Lip Chick. For her part, Steffi just sat in her chair, vacant eyes staring off into space, a ribbon of drool on her glossy lips.

Lip Chick stopped making out with Andy for a moment. “Remember the Titty twins Gary? What were their names? Andi and Petra! God those bolt-ons were nice. We had such a wild night!

Gary was starting to get annoyed. Of course he remembered the twins, they were so alike in every way they could be clones of each other. Right down to their massive matching set of tits that they were currently resting on the bar table. Large tumblers of booze wedged into their cleavage. One of them, Andi, Gary thought had resumed making out with Lip Chick. Looking around he saw all of the different bimbos he had slept with recently. “I guess I must be a great lover to pull this many hotties,” he said. As the words left his mouth it was like a record scratched. All eyes looking at him and the voices seemed to be speaking in unison “What are you talking about Gabrielle? We came out tonight because it's girls night, and you because you're our bimbo bestie. Remember?”

#bimbotf #bimbotransformation

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Am I to suffer this constant stream of interruption?

The quaint village of Hogsmeade was abuzz with the excitement of students from Hogwarts enjoying their first weekend visit of the fall term. Among the loud and cheerful crowd, a blue-haired wizard calmly leaned against a lamppost, watching two teenagers try to sneak bottles of butterbeer out of the pub.

Or at least he hoped he looked calm. Teddy Lupin was surprised at how sweaty his palms felt and how fast his heart was racing. It shouldn't be that big of a deal to be standing in Hogsmeade. He was no longer a student, having worked as a legislative aid for the newly reformed Werewolf Affairs and Support Office (formally the Werewolf Registration Office) for over a year. He was allowed to be in the village whenever he wanted. And while this visit had been marked on his calendar for several weeks it really shouldn't be that big of a deal. Except today was actually in fact a big deal. A Very big deal.

Teddy Lupin had planned this visit with Victoire Weasley since September. It was their first official outing as a couple. And while he had known Vic her whole life the thought of actually being an official couple still made his heart jump and his head swirl in a whirlpool of incoherent thoughts.

And really what was there to be nervous about? The kiss at Platform 9 3/4 proved that the romantic feelings were mutual. She had flashed her sweet smile and said, "I love you too, and not in a cousin-sort-of-family-way either" while she boarded the train and his heart had swelled in size. And on top of that their near-daily letters full of flirtations, gossip, advice, and thoughts he'd only dare share with here were enough proof that the relationship was real. This wasn't a dream.

No, really he shouldn't be nervous.

He just wanted this day to be perfect. For her. Because she was perfect. And they had both been waiting for this day for far too long.

As Teddy scanned the high street of Hogsmeade once more, he couldn't help but smile at the sight of Victoire running toward him. Her blonde hair whipped around her in the autumn wind. She was radiant. Just as he was about to take in the cool pool blue of her eyes he was knocked back into the lamppost as she wrapped around him in a big hug. Their laughter mingled together as he leaned in to kiss her lips in a proper greeting.

"Hi." She breathed, their faces still close together. His hands now placed on her slender waist.

"Hi." He smiled back.

"Did you wait long?"

"Yes, it's been months of waiting."

"You exaggerate. It's only been weeks."

Teddy looked down at her laughing face and wondered if he should counter with his real thoughts of how waiting months, weeks, or even days without her was too much. Maybe she should drop out of school right now and they live as bohemians across the continent. He thought the better of it though and simply grabbed her hand and led her inside to the Three Broomsticks.

Vic found a small table in a corner of the pub while Teddy went to get the drinks.

"So, how's the castle? Did you get those Celtic ruin translations finished?" Teddy asked as he returned with the two butterbeers.

"Oh, it got finished. Not sure any of it was correct though." Vic accepted the bottle and after a beat gave Teddy an incredulous look, "You know, I don't really understand the point of having an older boyfriend if you can't help me with my homework. I can't believe you took a completely different set of NEWT courses than me."

Teddy took a long sip of his butterbeer before replying "My apologies, should I give you Titus Whinchley's floo address? I'm pretty sure he got O's in Ancient Ruins and Arithmancy."

"Oh Merlin, don't even joke about doing that. Titus Whinchley is more boring than Binn's lecture on goblin uprisings."

"And you already have a boyfriend, of course."

"Oh yes, that too."

Teddy and Vic both leaned into each other when - "Oi! Teddy!"

A blur of dark hair ran into view and dropped himself into the empty chair at their table. "You didn't tell me you were visiting today! Can you get me a firewhiskey?"

"No, James" Teddy stated firmly and gave James Potter a pointed look. "Get lost."

"What? No! Come on! Haven't you missed me?" James leaned back in his chair and propped his feet onto the round wooden table.

"Ew, James get your muddy boots off the table! That's so rude!" Victoire exclaimed as she kicked the chair from underneath her cousin and he tumbled onto the hard floor.

"I'm just being friendly," James said as he stood up and rubbed his bottom. " Are you two going to be one of those gross couples that just snog all the time and call each other the most sicking nicknames?"

Teddy rolled his head back and stared at the ceiling, wondering what misdeed he did in a past life to be cursed with James Potter's existence. "Only when we're around you."

James gave out a snort in disgust and bounded away out the door.

"He misses you, you know," Vic said as she took a sip of her drink. "Or at least he did last year. He was pretty down without you around. I overheard him talking to Professor Longbottom about how school seemed pointless without his best friend."

"I'm his older brother, not his best friend."

Vic looked up at Teddy with a smirk on her face as he took another sip of butterbeer. "I don't think he sees the difference."

Teddy disguised his choke as a cough.

After they had warmed themselves with drinks and each other's company they ventured to Honeydukes where Teddy and Victoire indulged in an assortment of sweets. Vic insisted she needed more sustenance for studying. "You can't get through NEWTS without sugar quills, everyone knows that." Teddy never needed an excuse to buy more chocolates.

As they strolled the aisles, James Potter materialized out of thin air, and Teddy caught sight of a familiar shimmery silver material that James was wading up and placing in his school bag.

"What are you doing with the cloak?" Teddy asked shaking his head in disbelief.

"Dad gave it to me."

"I know, but what are you doing with it in Honeydukes? You're not shoplifting are you? I'll buy you anything you want."

"Nah, I was just waiting for Fred. I've been trying to get the jump on him all day. He pushed me into the lake yesterday, you know."

Teddy ran his hand through his hair which changed from his normal bright blue to duller yellow. "Just don't cause trouble OK? I'm here to hang out with Vic, not babysit you."

"Do you have the map?"

"No, why would I carry around a map of a school I don't go to anymore."

"I know Dad gave it to you."

"Yeah, because my dad made it."

"So did my grandfather. You should give it to me. Don't even think about giving it to Al. He won't do anything fun with it."

"I gave it back to Harry after I graduated."

"Why would you do a thing like that?"

"As I said earlier, I don't need a map for a school I no longer attend. I'm sure Harry will give it to you eventually."

"Why won't he give it to me now?"

"He doesn't trust you."

"Why didn't you give it to me then?"

"I don't trust you either."

"Oi, Vic, your boyfriend is boring" James turned to Victoire. Victoire just rolled her eyes and pushed James out of the way.

"Come on, Teddy let's make our purchases and leave. I need to go to the bookstore." Vic swished her hair over her shoulder and marched toward the cashier. Teddy gave James a parting pat on the back and followed Vic to the front of the shop.

At the bookstore, Victoire looked for a present for her sister Dominque while Teddy looked over a selection of ink wells. "She loves all those cheesy romance books but I think it's time to refine her palate. Maybe The Alchemist's Daughter's Diary?

"Isn't that also a cheesy romance novel?"

"Oh Ted, you know nothing of the classics."

As Teddy rounded the corner of shelves he walked straight into another shopper causing him to drop ink down the front of his robes..

"Hey, Teddy, when you and Vic have kids will I be their uncle or cousin?"

Teddy looked widely around the store. "Are you doing this on purpose?"

"What running into you everywhere you go?" James asked innocently, "Nah, it's just a small village and there isn't much to do."

"Don't you have friends to hang out with?"

"Archie is in detention and Ellie is helping her dad in the greenhouse. Splinter is trying to flirt with Peggy and it is decidedly too painful to watch. But for real: Am I an uncle or a cousin?"

"You have a friend named Splinter?"

"You're ignoring the question. Uncle or Cousin?"

"You're nothing. What are you talking about?" Teddy grabbed James' should and steered him in the direction of the door as Vic purchased two books for her sister. "This is literally my first date with Vic and we are teenagers. We aren't even close to talking about kids. At this point, I'm lucky if we'll make it to Christmas at the pace you keep disrupting our time together."

"Ah, she's used to me." James shrugged off Teddy's hand and turned to face him. "Are you coming to my match next week?"

"Of course I am, I told you so in my last letter."

"Good, it's my first ever match on a real team. I want to make sure you see me win. "

Teddy was never sure if James' confidence was an act to rile people up or if he was genuinely that sure of himself. Teddy advised James to go back to school soon before curfew and joined Vic at the register and to pay for the ink that he had spilled.

"Do you think that kid has ever had a thought he didn't immediately have to shout out loud?" Teddy asked Vic while they watched James skip up the street and tackle his cousin Fred, he was distracted with the latest Firebolt 300 in the window of the quidditch shop to notice James, into a bale of hay.

"Maman says Auntie Ginny needs to reteach him proper conversation techniques."

"I don't think the Potters believe in your mother's standard of etiquette."

Vic just shrugged and continued to lead Teddy up the street until they reached the path past the train station that led back to the castle. But just as their lips were about to meet in a sweet farewell, a familiar voice rang out.

"Teddy! Victoire! I -" Teddy swished his wand and James froze on the spot.

"I'll unfreeze him on my way out," Teddy told Victoire as he tightened his grip around her waist. "I didn't want him to ruin our goodbye again"

"You know" Vic whispered as their noses started to touch. "As head girl, I can ensure that he is in detention next Hogsmeade visit."

Teddy chuckled as their lips met. "Great, I'm sure he'll do something to deserve it."

And just like their parting in September as he kissed Vic deeply her warm soft touch made his skin tingle and his hair turn bright pink with happiness.

"Still thinking about calling Titus Whinchley?

"Shut it"

"Love you."

"Love you, too."

#teddy lupin #victoire weasley #teddy x victoire #tedoire #james sirius potter #harry potter #harry potter fanfiction

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isleofsodora · 1 year

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The Hooded Heroine (ch. 2 au)

The sun was beginning to set West in a seemingly endless sky while countless torches lined a great and mighty castle walls, the huge structure casted looming shadows and made the castle look even more cold and ruthless.

Multiple Royal Guards circled the front gates with either axes or swords on their hilts, while others patrolled the palace walls to keep watch for any trespassers sneaking about, and up near a high balcony a young woman peered down from her bedroom bay window, silently wishing that she could be free like the Brotherhood boys.

The girl sighed before she crawled off the balcony’s carved marble railing and walked back into her massive bedroom, which sported rich mahogany furniture and a bed that could easily sleep three large Øxxen boars, the light balayage girl was exhausted after such a long day of nothing but lessons and bitter teachers.

The young woman finally made up her mind, grabbing her cloak from her massive wardrobe she changed her outfit, casting aside her tight white dress, changing into a simple tunic and leggings. Opening the balconies doors she leapt out onto the castles sculpted overhang, staying out of sight and closed the windows before descending down multiple steps, her splendid white cloak fluttered behind her as she drew up her hood, slipping along till she snuck into an underground passage, moving swiftly like a Starling falcon.

Thomas belched happily as his stomach was now full of roasted Mândrakê and veggies, the other members of the Brotherhood were happily chatting away, several platters of full corse meals now housed hundreds of bones and other food scraps, nothing soothed the boys spirits than visiting the towns public pub.

“This is the life! Innit Percy?” Thomas gloated and slung his arm around his best friend shoulders, Percy gulped down his mouth full of Rümm and grinned brightly, “yeah! Your grab today was the best one yet!” The green cloaked figure chirped and held up his mug, Thomas hummed and raised his as well, patting his best friends shoulder.

The whole group was chatting happily until the doors to the glum looking joint slammed open, the whole chatter and bustle of the place silenced as a group of Royal Guards entered in, someone had tipped off that the entire Brotherhood was at the Sclērœdermâ Pub.

Thomas felt his eyes lock with the lead Royal and his heart thumped, in an instant everything turned to chaos, the midnight black haired boy feverishly scooped the silver pieces into the satchel and bolted away from the table, clutching onto his best friend as the Brotherhood all scrambled towards the back, fleeing from the charging Royals.

Chairs and tables banged and bashed to the ground, Ben zipped around the bar and Bill followed close behind, soon bottles of Bęur and Rümm were being hurled at the Royals, glass and liquor splashed everywhere while the twins howled with laughter.

Thomas barked for the twins to move it and they skated into the grease covered kitchen, knowing that there was an exit through the back corner. Ryan smashed through the barricaded back door and both Thomas and Percy rushed out behind him. “Thomas!” Ryan gasped when he looked around the narrow alleyway, Thomas whipped his gaze left and right and seen several Royals blocking either side, they were trapped like Mÿce.

“Go! To the roofs! Go!” Thomas shouted and hauled Percy up as the Royals charged them, Percy yelped as Thomas shoved him up along the cluttered wall but refused to give up, Ryan hurriedly reached the top of a tin laden roof, he looked over the edge with wide dark blue eyes, “grab a hold of my hand Percy!” Ryan shouted and Percy desperately reached for his hand while Thomas was still underneath his best friend, straining to keep Percy above his head, Thomas grunted before he stole a peek downwards, and seen a Royals armored cladded hand barely miss his ankle.

With a mighty heave Thomas lifted Percy up enough for Ryan to grab his pudgy palm, but Thomas lost his balance suddenly, he gasped as the tower of loosely stacked crates began to sway, everything cluttered against the wall began to topple, Percy looked over the edge of the roof just in time to see his best friend crash onto the dirty cobblestone below.

“THOMAS!!!” Percy screamed as his best friend was captured and pinned to the ground, Thomas grunted as his cheek was smashed hard into the pavement while rough edged ropes were tied around his wrists, there was nothing that he could do to wiggle out of this one.

“Spread out and find them! Take this Møndrâketē to the gates!” A Royal officer ordered and Thomas was roughly hoisted up by the collar of his soot covered cloak.

Thomas kept his head down but had a smirk on his face, they may have caught him, but Percy didn’t know that Thomas had slipped the satchel into his trousers, at least he and the others would be able to survive another day.

Soon many gasps could be heard when the two Royals yanked Thomas around the corner, the Prince of the Gallows had been caught, and there was nothing that the onlookers could do, no one noticed someone dressed in a white cloak following silently behind.

One of the Royals pulled Thomas by his beautiful midnight black hair down along steamy passageway, the young man growled in pain until a slab of brick crashed down behind the small group, crumbling into pieces. The second Royal whipped around with a raised spear but no one was there, Thomas caught a glimpse of someone on the rooftop above but couldn’t see the persons face.

Thomas was yanked harshly again before someone landed down in front of them, Thomas felt his eyes widen when he saw how beautiful the persons cloak was, one Royal suddenly rushed the stranger with the poised spear, without moving the white cloaked figure did some sort of motion with their hands, the Royal suddenly crashed flat on his armored back, the wind was completely knocked out of him from the force.

The white cloaked stranger began to stalk closer to the other Royal, Thomas seized the chance and suddenly turned on his heel, head butting the Royal who kept pulling his hair, Thomas knocked off the mans helmet and the Royal crashed to the ground.

Thomas twisted back around and the cloaked stranger stared from under their hood, the strangers face was covered with dark shadows from their raised hood.

“Turn around,” the stranger gruffed firmly and Thomas nodded, he felt his restraints loosen and before the cloaked stranger could leave Thomas grabbed the persons wrist, “c’mon! Follow me!” He said boldly before running back the other way, nearly dragging the cloaked figure with him.

Thomas ran as fast as he could taking a back route to the Brotherhoods hideout, praying that his best friend and the others made it out okay. The young man stopped by a seemingly blocked entrance and rapidly looked around, with lost breath he whispered, “don’t tell anyone about this place,” he growled and the white cloaked figure raised its hand, motioning that they wouldn’t tell.

Thomas faintly nodded before slipping into the tight space, the white figure felt themself go right then left, left then right again, by the time Thomas walked into the Brotherhoods secret hideout full of various clutter and junk, the stranger didn’t know how Thomas could navigate through the dark like that.

The blue cloaked figure glanced around before cupping his hands over his mouth, producing a strange clicking sound and to his relief he seen Percy, Ryan, Bill and Ben peek above a clutter of broken crates with various cloths casted across, like a make-shift barricade.

“Thomas!” Percy cried happily and leapt over the mass of objects, Thomas smiled and sighed with relief, “Percy!” He cried back and rushed forward with outstretched arms, the two nearly crashed into each other but neither of them cared, they were just glad that they were both okay.

Ryan stood fully up with a warm smile on his face and the twins began to egg at the two embracing friends, “oi! If ye keep actin’ like that ye minas well room tegetha!” Ben chortled and Bill snickered, Thomas shot the two a piercing blue glare and the twins immediately zipped their jowls shut.

Percy noticed the white cloaked figure and arched a confused brow, “Thomas? Who’s that?” The young dark brown haired boy pointed, Thomas nearly forgot all about the stranger that saved him from the Royals, the midnight black haired boy turned back round, looking the stranger up and down, who was staring silently from under their beautiful white cloaks hood.

“Right…now who exactly are you?” Thomas peered down the shorter figure, the white cloaked figure shuffled in place nervously before grasping onto the edges of their white hood, the Brotherhood boys all watched as the stranger lowered their hood to their shoulders, Thomas felt his sky blue eyes widen with surprise.

“Y-you’re…you’re a girl?!” He felt himself gasp as he continued to stare at the beautiful young female standing before the small group, the other young men couldn’t believe it either.

“U-um…hello,” the young girl cracked a nervous grin and Thomas felt a bit of blush tint his cheeks. “My names Hannah by the way!” The young female nervously smiled but all Thomas could do was stare with wide blue eyes, well, that’s what all the other boys could do too.

“A-and I’m…T-Thomas…” the blue cloaked boy stuttered, his eyes traced Hannah’s smooth face and she didn’t have a skin complexion anywhere, she looked just like a pure white snow Dovenillę.

Hannah’s wavy light balayage hair fell around her shoulders while her fierce golden brown colored eyes shone brightly, all the boys seemed transfixed to the white cloaked girl standing in their secret hideaway.

Ben and Bill both glanced at each other from either side of the Brotherhoods leader, right before a devious idea sprouted in their skulls, “so she’s the one who saved your arse, isn’t that right, Thomas?” Bill cooed and Ben roughly jabbed Thomas’s side, the taller boy stared with an appalled brow right before the twins howled with laughter.

“Ohoho! Oh poor Thomas!” Ben cried out, “gettin’ squeamish an’ dainty countin’ on a girl comin’ teh save you!” Bill added in next and Thomas felt his cheeks deepen in shade. “No! No! No!” The blue eyes boy protested, “it’s not like that at all!” Thomas shouted while swinging his arms about, trying not to let the twins pin him down on this one.

“This is too rich fer us! Thomas is called the great Prince of tha Gallows! An’ still needs a girl to save his arse!” Ben and Bill whelped with laughter, the older boy growled with a reddening brow before he suddenly lundged for the twins in a fit of anger, tackling the two and roughly crashed to the ground, Hannah stared with wide eyes as Ryan did his best to pry Thomas away from the two younger boys.

“Thomas please! Calm down! They’re kids y’know?!” Ryan grunted as he gripped tightly around Thomas’s torso, the blue eyed boy glared and roughly elbowed Ryan in his midsection before wrestling with the two soot covered twins. “Take that back! Take it back!” Thomas shouted in anger, nearly clubbing the twins with clenched fists.

Percy and Ryan were finally able to tug Thomas away from the trickster twins, Ben and Bill both glared as they wiped the dust off their dirty faces and clothes, but they both knew that they went too far this time. “Ben. Bill. Apologize. Now.” Percy said with unwavering eyes, the two young boys glanced down, shuffling in place and scuffed the ground with their dirty heels.

“Aye…sorry Thomas…” Bill mumbled before Ben slugged his brothers shoulder, the two then stared each other down, “sorry Thomas,” they both said in unison and the blue eyed teen sighed, dipping his head curtly before looking back over at Hannah.

“Thank you Hannah for your help, but this is no place for a woman, I’ll escort you out-“ “WAIT!” The white cloaked girl blurted and the other boys all stared with wide eyes, “w-wait…I…wanted to make a proposition,” Hannah glanced at each young man but locked her eyes with Thomas’s.

“And what’s that?” The black midnight haired boy tipped his chin up, staring the young woman down, Hannah didn’t break her focus as she keep her eyes locked with his, “I want to join the Brotherhood.”

#thomas and friends au #thomas the tank engine au #thomas the train au #fantasy au #fanfiction #creative writing

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adarede · 2 years

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average day for average member of society:

wake up at 6am, eat liver and onions for breakfast. read a national daily newspaper and a provincial daily newspaper.

7am: go for a run, wearing a replica football team shirt, a man's base layer top, and tracksuit bottoms.

7.20am: have a shower. shave. die hair using permanent hair colourant. apply body moisturising lotion, deodorant, self-tanning product, face cream, perfume, mascara, liquid foundation, lip gloss, and nail varnish.

8am: take the car in for an MOT. have a new exhaust fitted in a fast-fit auto centre.

8.30: purchase a caravan

9am: go ten-pin bowling

10.10am: visit a DIY shop and purchase some butane gas, a sheet of MDF, a patio set, and some luxury vinyl tile flooring.

10.30am: go home and get started on a light spot of DIY, while enjoying a canned stout and an electronic cigarette.

11:45am: suddenly remember that today is your day with the kids, and call Geraldine the nanny in a panic. She reassures you that she collected Annie and Jasper at the normal time, and took them to the soft play centre. tell Geraldine to invoice you for the soft play centre fee, and let her know you'll meet her there at 12:15.

11:55: rush to the shops on your bicycle. purchase a selection of soft toys, a child's sit and ride toy, some disposable nappies, and a high chair (you can't remember if you already have one).

12:25pm: meet Geraldine and the kids at the soft play centre. apologise profusely for your tardiness and propose a hot pub lunch to make up for it.

12:30pm: call directory inquiries, asking for the number of the nearest pub, then call that pub to ask if they serve hot lunches. they do, so you make a reservation.

12:50pm: arrive at the red lion in Geraldine's car, with your bike balanced on the roof. bemuse the staff when you present your own high chair for Annie to sit in. Annie reminds you she is 4 now so can use a big girl chair.

enjoy a lovely hot pub lunch, with a draft bitter for yourself, a spirit-based drink for Geraldine, and both fizzy drinks and fruit juice for the kids.

2pm: ask Geraldine to drop you off home, since your car is still being serviced. Geraldine's car breaks down, so you call the AA (calling directory enquiries first, because you can never remember phone numbers. Geraldine looks disapproving, and you make a mental note not to mention you've called directory enquiries to get her number before too). give the kids the soft toys you brought earlier, and attempt to entertain Geraldine by doing tricks on your bicycle. "well, at least you brought your helmet, I suppose," is all Geraldine says, and plays games on her phone without looking at you. you pretend you didn't want her to in the first place, to maintain your dignity in front of your children.

3pm: take the opportunity to call your solicitor to make an appointment to update your will.

3:20pm: purchase dental insurance over the phone. this reminds you of your poor elderly mother in her nursing home, so you call the florist to arrange a delivery of flowers there.

4pm: the AA arrive, and luckily the car can be fixed on the spot. you make it home at 20 past 4.

4:30: the kids complain of being bored, so you take them to the pet shop down the road. they manage to convince you to purchase a hamster and a bag of dog treats; the latter is for feeding dogs in the park, they tell you. this inspires you to buy some wild bird seed as well, to feed the birds in your back garden. you make a mental note to buy the necessary materials to construct a bird table tomorrow morning.

5:15pm: you get home and start cooking dinner. the kids lose the hamster immediately upon getting it home, but they find it soon enough in the corner of your sleeping bag - you have it set up in the living room in order to be better prepared if burglars break in, since you anticipate them entering through your french window.

5.45pm: dinner is quiche, veggie sausages, a pre-packaged salad, and some instant mashed potato. Jasper informs you he is on an all-meat diet at the moment. you worry that he has been watching too much alpha male youtube; you thought youtube kids blocked that kind of thing. he is only 6, after all. you tell him that quiche is a kind of animal, and salad is meat too, since it's the flesh of a plant. Jasper starts crying, and you discover that he didn't know meat came from animals. None of this makes sense to you. You hear a scraping sound coming from the kitchen, and see that the hamster has been eating your newly laid vinyl flooring. You put the hamster, with a handful of muesli, in the cardboard box your latest wine delivery came in.

6:05pm: the kids have located the fromage frais in your fridge and have eaten 6 by the time you get back to the dining room

6:10pm: you corral the kids into the living room and put on a blu-ray to watch. the hamster slowly chews through the box in which it had been placed. you leave the kids to it while you go up to the attic to dig out an animal cage. in the attic, you see your action camera, interchangeable lens camera, and digital compact camera, and get lost in a reverie, imagining all the wonderful photographs you could take with them.

6:30pm: come downstairs again armed with the cage, an acoustic guitar, and a fishing rod, and retrieve the hamster from its latest location (dangerously close to chewing through an unused inkjet printer cartridge).

6:45pm: suddenly remember you still don't have a car, so purchase the necessary train tickets to take the kids back to their mum's house.

6:55pm: change into a formal jacket and trousers, a tie, and a hat; the dating agency called yesterday and you have a date tonight in london.

7:05pm: get the kids and the hamster out the door and take the bus to the station. give the kids a craft set each; you keep them by the door just in case of surprise journeys.

7:13pm: run to catch the train. due to skill and practice, you do not fall over as you sprint in your high heeled shoes.

7:47pm: get off the train, and take a taxi to drop the children off at their mother's house. leave the kids to give their mother the gift you purchased yesterday for her of a shower head and some knitting wool. ring the doorbell and get back in the taxi before anyone answers the door. you see the door open just as your taxi turns the corner at the end of the road.

8:03: catch the next train to london. arrive at 8.30 at king's cross, and take a taxi to the bar at which you are meeting your mystery date. touch up your make-up using your phone screen as a mirror.

8:40: stop at a tesco express to buy a cooked pastry based savoury snack, some hand-rolling tobacco, and a lamb shoulder. buy some condoms, and then, hedging your bets, buy some tampons too.

8:50pm: arrive at the bar, and weave your way through the crowd towards a woman standing alone with her back to you, wearing a cocktail dress. she turns, and you recognise Yorickina from the picture given to you by the agency. She smiles, evidently recognising you too.

"what are your hobbies," she immediately asks.

"i do enjoy package holidays covering a range of foreign destinations," you say, put on the spot. what is a hobby, anyway? "oh, and slimming."

Yorickina looks sceptically at your noticeable belly. you slightly lift your shirt, showing that beneath there is concealed your emergency supplies kit, which contains hair gel, gin, a greetings card, and a canned lager. in fact, despite appearances, you have a very trim figure.

"What's your favourite mode of transport," you ask Yorickina. "Oh, ferry, for sure," she replies. "Although I do enjoy travelling by coach".

You feel your heart speed up: could Yorickina be your perfect counterpart?

"May I buy you a drink," you ask. She accepts a double vodka, and you get yourself a draught cider. "i mostly spend time tending my horse," Yorickina continues, "but I also enjoy purchasing computer peripherals."

"Oh, but that's fascinating!" you exclaim. "I tend to spend most of my money on watersports equipment e.g. windsurfing equipment, but I also enjoy a spot of golf on the weekends."

You spend a very enjoyable couple of hours getting to know Yorickina, but before you know it, she says she has to go home. You convince her to stop by a kebab shop with you on your way back to the station. It has started to rain outside, but luckily Yorickina was carrying two umbrellas.

on the train ride home, you check your schedule for tomorrow. You have to pick up your car in the morning, and the surveyor is coming over to value your house in the afternoon. And once you have your car back, you will be able to collect your caravan and start planning your next holiday. You look up the cost of a marriage licence.

You get home at around 11.30pm, and settle into your armchair with a whisky, various selected popular brands of sweets, and a cigar. You read a couple of chapters of your e-book.

at around 12:15, you get up, brush your teeth and have another shower, and set up a duvet and pillow on your sofa (the sleeping bag on the floor is but a decoy). you send a flattering message to Yorickina, before turning off your phone and tucking yourself into bed. you blissfully drift off to sleep, dreaming of ultra low sulphur diesel and wide, empty toll roads.

#fanfiction #of the retail price index basket of goods #op

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haveaseatau · 2 months

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Top 5 Design Tips for Cozy Corner Booth Seating in Your Restaurant

Designing restaurant booth seating to incorporate cosy corner seating enhances customer experience. Here are the top 5 design tips to ensure your stylish corner booth seating is both inviting and functional

1. Choose the Right Upholstery

Specifying the right type of material for constructing your corner booth seating is important. It helps in creating comfort and aesthetics. Choose superior materials that will not deteriorate fast. Choose materials that are easy to wash and will not wear out quickly. Vinyl and leather enamour the users because they are flashy and easily washable. If you desire that more home-like feel for your reception area the use of plush fabrics such as velvet or high-grade polyester would serve you well. Choose a padding that is comfortable to lie on which can also mean it has to be thick but cannot be very thick as this may cause it to wear out very quickly.

2. Optimise Space and Layout

Space utilisation and the chair’s comfort should be optimum to allow the students to focus on their studies. Booths at the corner are interesting, especially when the area of the restaurant is somewhat wasted. However, ensure that booths are well placed to fit in the corner striking a balance between adequate seat space for the guests and not crowding the area. In planning and arranging the facility, the areas between tables and between aisles and tables should be kept to a minimum so that both the customers and the staff are able to move easily. So that even a very small restaurant would look cozy: the layout is of great importance.

3. Incorporate Soft Lighting

A source of light specifically works to set the mood for any type of dining culture. For corner booth seating, the light should be low or warm. This can be done with actual wall fixtures like sconces, pendants, or even light strips put in a concealed manner but can be seen beneath the seats. The objective is to warm up the area and give it a pleasant atmosphere where people will be comfortable dining. Minimise direct lighting as it creates a sense of uninvitiveness and coldness to whatever place it is applied to. This allows one to control the level of brightness of the lights depending on the time of the day and the activities of the day.

4. Add Personal Touches and Decor

Personal touches can transform a standard corner booth into a unique and memorable space. Consider adding decorative cushions or throws that complement your restaurant’s color scheme. Wall art or mirrors above the booth can enhance the sense of space and add visual interest. Plants and greenery can bring a touch of nature indoors, creating a calming environment. Personal touches make the space feel thoughtfully designed and can enhance the overall dining experience.

5. Ensure Accessibility and Comfort

Accessibility is crucial in making your restaurant welcoming to all patrons. Ensure your corner booth seating is easy to access and comfortable for diners of all ages and abilities. The seat height should be comfortable for sitting and standing, and there should be enough legroom for everyone. Consider adding armrests for additional support. Pay attention to the table height and ensure it’s appropriate for eating and socialising.

Final Words

By incorporating these design tips, you can create cosy, stylish corner booth seating that enhances the dining experience in your restaurant. High-quality upholstery, optimised space, soft lighting, personal touches, and accessibility are key elements to focus on. Not only will this make your restaurant more appealing, but it will also encourage repeat visits from satisfied customers.

Also Read: Tips From Your Favorite Sydney Hospitality Pros: Creating a Cosy Atmosphere in Your Pub or Club Through Furniture

#corner booth seating

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charlatanlord · 1 year

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closed starter: @novaxmor

As he ordered his scotch Gabriel's eyes scanned the room, seeking a quiet corner where he could relax and unwind after a day spent navigating the treacherous waters of high society, and the pub he stood in now seemed perfect for it. Spotting an unoccupied table near the hearth, he made his way there, acknowledging the nods and curious glances from the regular patrons as he passed by.

The warmth from the crackling fire in the hearth enveloped him as he settled into the wooden chair, embracing him like an old friend. He loosened the top button of his tailored waistcoat, feeling the tension from the day slowly melt away, eyes searching the lively place with a quiet interest.

#soz this is awful #& ㅤ * ㅤ interactionsㅤ ╰ ㅤ ft nova amor

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life-sport-travel · 2 years

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Complete MSC Seascape Ship Tour and Walkthrough in 4K!

https://lifesporttravel.com/?p=1553 Complete MSC Seascape Ship Tour and Walkthrough in 4K! - https://lifesporttravel.com/?p=1553 We have a complete MSC Seascape Ship Tour and Walkthrough. In this video, we go deck-by-deck showcasing all the public spaces, restaurants, entertainment venues, and bars and lounges on this brand new mega ship from MSC Cruises now sailing the Caribbean! Subscribe to the Eat Sleep Cruise YouTube Channel if you love to travel and cruise the world! https://www.youtube.com/c/EatSleepCruise1 If you enjoy the video, please make sure to give it a BIG THUMBS UP! SEASCAPE SHIP TOUR 0:00 Introduction 0:55 Deck 20 4:17 Deck 19 5:17 Deck 18 11:48 Deck 16 15:35 Decks 9 to 15 16:37 Deck 8 32:21 Deck 7 37:32 Deck 6 40:27 Deck 5 MSC SEASCAPE CRUISE SHIP TOUR All the way forward on Decks 16 to 20 is the Yacht Club. This exclusive ship within a ship boasts a private sun deck and outdoor bar, lounge, concierge, and a restaurant. Not to mention, the most luxurious suites on the entire ship. These decks are also home to the other public outdoor decks with several unique attractions. These include the brand new Robotron. This robotic arm is one of the most thrilling attractions at sea. The Pirates Cove waterpark is home to 4 slides and attractions built for the little ones. Not far from this area is the Youth Area, Doremiland. With separate rooms for kids up to 17 years old, it features age appropriate activities to keep everyone entertained. There is also the Hall of Games. This high-tech arcade is home to several VR attractions among other games. Continuing our Seascape Ship Tour, there are two pools on the upper decks. All the way aft is the largest outdoor pool, the Marina Pool. Here, there is another bar and a stage with large screen that showcases parties day and night. The Jungle Pool Lounge indoors on deck 16 is well-themed and boasts a bar, gelato shop, and some table top games, alongside plenty of chairs to lounge poolside no matter the weather outside. Finally, midship on deck 16 is the Marketplace Buffet. This is the only casual, complimentary restaurant, and it is open for breakfast, lunch, and dinner. Aft of the Marketplace, there is the Bridge of Sighs, along with the Sky Bar and some al fresco seating. INSIDE MSC SEASCAPE CRUISE SHIP TOUR The MSC Seascape ship tour continues to the interior decks, decks 8 to 5. Forward on Deck 8 is the Aurea Spa and Thermal Suite. Conveniently located not far from here is the MSC Fitness Center. Exiting this health-conscious area is Liberty Plaza, home to several bars and shops. The lounges include our go-to for coffee and espresso based drinks, the Loft Café. The well themed Sports Bar and nearby pool room boasts a wide beer selection and upcharge pub snacks, like chicken wings. Midship on Deck 8 is home to 5 specialty restaurants. There is the casual Hola Tacos and Cantina over looking the atrium. Cruisers can dine at the line’s signature steakhouse, the Butcher’s Cut. There is also a Japanese steakhouse, Kaito Teppanyaki, as well as Ocean Cay seafood restaurant and Kaito Sushi. Heading outside on this MSC Seascape ship tour, we find the adults only infinity pool and nearby bar. There is also the outdoor promenade that circles this deck, along with two additional infinity bridges. All the way forward on Decks 6 and 7 is the Chora Theater, home to a different nightly production shows. Exiting the theater on deck 7 forward is the MSC Casino. Further, overlooking the atrium is the Champagne Bar, serving signature drinks. Additionally, the ship is home to 4 main dining rooms found on Decks 7, 6, and 5. These include Aegean, Skyline, Cala Jondal, and The Green Wave. Guests are assigned to one of these MDRs based on their dining time. Deck 7 is also home to Le Cabaret Rogue. This aft lounge features a variety show each evening with singers, circus-style acts, and musicians. Other indoor venues on Decks 6 and 5 include the Shine Bar and Seascape Bar next to the Atrium. This 4 deck atrium is adorned with Swarovski crystal staircases. There is also the photo gallery, guest services, the future cruise desk, and the shore excursions desk to complete this MSC Seascape cruise ship tour. LEARN MORE ABOUT MSC CRUISES MSC SEASCAPE BACK ON THE BLOG: https://eatsleepcruise.com/our-honest-msc-seascape-cruise-ship-review/ TRENDING VIDEOS FROM EAT SLEEP CRUISE: We Tested 9 Brand New Cruise Ships: MSC Seascape Cruise Review: Top New Cruise Ships 2023: Make sure to SUBSCRIBE to our channel to get the latest cruise tips, cruise reviews, packing guides, port guides, travel tips, and more. Join us on Social Media as we “Sea the World, One Port at a Time.” Instagram: Facebook: Twitter: TikTok: Some B-Roll Courtesy: MSC Cruises Royalty-Free Music Courtesy: #mscseascape #seascapetour #msccruise MSC Seascape is the newest mega ship to set sail from MSC cruises The wife and I have just returned from the inaugle cruise and we want to share all the details about This brand new ship with our exclusive MSC Seascape cruise ship tour up next [Music] Welcome Bora Cruisers I'm Don B from eat sleep Cruise where we help you see The world one port at a time now the wife and I are mega ship enthusiasts and we've Sailed on the world's largest cruise ships and we're super excited to bring you our Latest cruise ship tour of MSC Seascape now like we do for all our ship tours we start At the very top of the ship and go deck by deck showcasing all the public venues All the restaurants entertainment venues bars and lounges and public spaces on MSC Seascape So let's start the very top of the ship all the way forward in the yacht club The yacht club is MSC cruises ship within a ship experience this exclusive area is Just for guests staying in one of the premium Yacht Club Suites This area offers private access and the most elegant Suites on the ship the benefits of Staying at the Yacht Club also include Butler and concierge service and premium travel experiences On MSC Seascape the yacht club consists of decks 16 through 20 all the way forward On Deck 20 you'll find the MSC Yacht Club Sun deck and pool this private Sun deck is Ideal for those looking to catch some rays while on vacation and the weather sunny With plenty of chairs oversized sofa beds and Cabanas it's a luxurious and tranquil space The center attraction here is the inset pool and there are also two additional Whirlpools one at the center of the deck and one on the starboard side Also on the sun deck is the MSC Yacht Club Grille and Bar so of course while lounging Poolside guests in the yacht club have their own outdoor bar all drinks at this bar are covered in The cruise Fair as Yacht Club guests receive a drink package as part of the cruise price Serving poolside Classics martinis and other Libations your next drink is just a sip away and While outside the grill offers small bites in a buffet style setting during the morning afternoon And early evening I'm guessing at the Yacht Club also have access to their own private restaurant Located on Deck 18 forward in the yacht club this restaurant offers breakfast lunch and dinner With an elevated menu which changes daily for lunch and dinner guests can dine on a Specialized menu featuring Mediterranean Delicacies this forward-facing restaurant Offers panoramic views of the bow of the ship the main entrance is private Oasis is on Deck 16 Ford Upon entering the main lobby guests are greeted by the concierge these helpful crew members are Here to ensure your cruise is smooth sailing also on Deck 16 the top sale Lounge is the Indoor lounge and private interior bar for the yacht club offering comfy seating in a casual Yet refined setting Cruisers can mingle with other Yacht Club gas while sipping cocktails with light Live music in the evenings it's the ideal place to start your night of fun onboard MSC Seascape Of course MSC Yacht Club guests are free to come and go from this area as they want To enjoy everything else a ship has to offer aft on Deck 20 you'll find the sports arena This multi-use Sports Court hosts regular games like basketball and soccer It's open for select hours of open play as well as Cruise staff LED competitions Also on Deck 20 is the newest Thrill Ride at Sea the Robotron combining save the art Robotic technology with synchronized music this ride jolts Cruisers up down and upside down 173 Feet above sea level there are varying throw levels for all Cruisers to enjoy this attraction The top 19 Solarium is an exclusive outdoor space for aurea gas on Deck 19 of MSC Seascape The area features Prime midship deck space with upgraded Lounge Furniture two whirlpools and a bar Thus it's certainly a nice escape from the crowds depending on whether it's a sea day or a port day The top 19 Bar opens anywhere between 9am and 2PM and stays open until 7 PM in the evenings The horizons bar is located on Deck 19 aft overlooking the main outdoor pool area the small Bar features the standard pull bar menu and offer some comfortable Lounge seating nearby for guests Looking to relax while enjoying their beverages depending on the ship's Port of Call The ryzen Bar Opens somewhere between 9am and 3pm it remains open until 11 pm at night weather permitting Locate midship on Deck 18 is a centralized youth area Doremi land MSC skip offers one of the largest children's areas in the MSC cruises Fleet Every MSC cruise is full of fun and Discovery for kids of every age with several activities Organized just for them and including the cruise Fair there are five dedicated clubs for ages Ranging from 0 to 17 years old where all children are supervised by a trained multilingual personnel The baby club for those zero to three years old is in partnership with the baby brand Chico this Provides a dedicated play area with facilities for babies and toddlers you can leave your Toddlers with the MSC BB Care staff or stay with them and enjoy the special Chico toys and games The mini club is for kids three to six years old building on the Brand's Partnership with Lego this room features Lego Duplo for the little ones to enjoy The junior Club is for kids 7 to 11 years old this space features Lego bricks and the opportunity to Earn a certificate for becoming a Lego master builder guests from 12 to 17 years old will Enjoy three new themed areas on msc's Cube the first space centers on the future and features a Technology area with the latest gaming consoles and virtual reality the chill out area offers A place for teens to socialize and challenge each other to games of ping pong and foosball The third space celebrates music with a dance club featuring light and sound effects The young Club is for kids 12 to 14 years old and here they can participate in a Program of sports tournaments high-tech games and lots of other fun activities There's also the teen club for those 15 to 17 years old here teens can look forward to a wide Range of activities from Sports and dance contests to video game tournaments a disco and even karaoke Near the entrance of the kids area is the studio this new modern and multi-functional Space offers multiple opportunities to please young media lovers includes a cinema a live TV studio guests can even perform and create their very own original content in the studio Families will want to check the daily program for open times of the youth facilities mostly days the Club was open for select hours in the morning afternoon and evening at ports of call the club Was open in the middle of the day and later in the evening midship on Deck 18 families can also Cool off at the high-tech interactive Aqua Park the Pirate's Cove this water park is enhanced With virtual reality and features an adventure Trail treasure hunts and tons of water features For younger Cruisers there are water fountains a drench bucket two small slides and several Splash Pad areas there are three additional slides for older Cruisers those that are at Least seven years old and are at least 40 inches tall and have two additional rides The pool slider is an open-air slide that twists and turns down three decks The Dual high speed tubes has Racers face off side by side as they race down three decks Cruisers that are 42 inches tall and at least eight years old can also ride the aqua dream This two ride is a four deck Wet and Wild Ride complete with some lights and sounds it was my Favorite of all the attractions most days the aqua Park was open around 9am or 10 a.m to 9pm at night Above the aqua park there is the adventure Trail this small ropes course consists of only a few Challenges Cruisers of any age should be able to complete this course in less than a minute For more Thrills the Hall of games offer some virtual excitement starboard side a deck 18 Midship with MSC cruises signature F1 simulator an XD Cinema and several other VR attractions This is one of the most high-tech arcades at sea prices vary for each attraction at the hall of Games although Fun passes can be purchased at discounted rates to provide even greater value We highly suggest testing out the 360 flight simulator as well as the motorbike and XD Cinema There are also more traditional arcade style games like basketball challenges air hockey and bowling The Hall of games is open 24 hours a day but not all attractions were available The formula racer and other similar attractions tend to be open from 10 AM to 11 30 pm on sea days and the late afternoon to 11 30 pm on pork days The marina bar is a larger bar located near the main outdoor pool the marina pool this will be Your go-to bar if you're a lounging poolside or if you're enjoying some of the many pool Deck parties in the evenings the marina bar also has a gelato station off to one side The marina bar is open 8 A.M to 1am daily weather dependent the pool bar menu features all your Favorite drinks from a pina colada to a mai tai mojito and Margarita along with beer and wine Aft on Deck 18 is the main pool the marina pool this outdoor pool is flanked by loungers It includes a stage in the middle and a water feature the pool tended to be open around 8 A.M To 9pm on our cruise the marina pool is the only outdoor Family Pool on the ship thus it Is the largest and most open of all the ships hilarious each side of the deck also features Whirlpools at the end of the pool deck there is a stage in a large outdoor screen as well Like most Cruise Lines the screen plays movies during the day and early evening The pool deck is also used for events like dance classes and even karaoke At night the marina pool is home to Lion's deck parties from the classic white party to the brand Tropical Party and even a silent disco these outdoor celebrations were very well attended Down the deck 16 midship you'll find the jungle pool Lounge This family-friendly pool has intricate theming and a retractable roof meaning It's always a pool day no matter the weather outside at the jungle pool Lounge There's also additional Lounge seating and a few table games located upstairs in this pool area While you're enjoying all the fun the space has to offer there's also the jungle pool Beach Bar This bar will serve up your favorite Caribbean cocktails alongside gelato selections On CDs the jungle pool beach bar is typically open from 8 am until 8 pm On pork days this bar is generally open from 1 pm to 8pm continuing toward the middle of the ship You'll find the marketplace buffet restaurant this is the only casual complimentary dining Option available on MSC Seascape the venue is open for breakfast from 6am to 10 30 am With Continental items available an additional hour from 10 30 am to 11 30 am Lunch is served from around 12 to 3 or 4 P.M with afternoon snacks typically available from 3 30 or 4 to about 5 PM dinner was available from 6 to 9 PM with late night snacks from 10 to 11 30. At breakfast the marketplace Buffet features your typical offerings There's a custom egg and omelet station all the way aft in the venue additional menu items include Options like scrambled eggs breakfast meats pancakes and waffles and breakfast pastries Lunch and dinner featured a number of different stands with various food offerings These include a Pizza Station a pasta station a salad bar International Hot entrees cutery with meats and cheese and a grill with hamburgers and hot dogs These elections are scattered across the two separate dining areas with the midship elevators Separating the venue into two restaurants unfortunately the setup is rather sporadic And the signage is extremely small meaning meal times can be rather chaotic and long lines do form You want a drain to go along with your meal there's also the marketplace bar though you're Not able to actually order it directly from the bar you have to order with a server who Will deliver the drink to you the marketplace buffet bar is open daily from 6 a.m to 1am Aft on the port side of deck 16 you'll find the Sky Bar Located just steps away from the iconic glass floored Bridge of size this is a great spot to Grab a sail away drink or just enjoy the views with additional seating on the starboard side Of this outdoor deck it's also a nice spot for Alfresco dining at the marketplace Buffet The Sky Bar is generally open 8 A.M until 8 PM but occasionally closes midday on Port days and during Our sailing the bar was only serving beer and wine not spirits all the way aft on Deck 16 is one of The most photogenic areas of the ship the bridge of size over 100 feet long Cruisers can look down At the wake and infinity pool below through the glass walkway that suspended over the stern of The ship it makes for great selfies and offers Instagram worthy shots with the ocean behind you Now on MSC Seascape decks 15 to 9 are all staterooms during our week-long cruise we Stayed in Cabin 13265. this port side aft cabin is a deluxe balcony cabin It was a short walk from the midship elevators making it easy to access the public spaces According to MSC Cruise's website The State Room is 172 square feet with a 54 square foot balcony Immediately entering the room our bathroom was on the left just beyond this area the closet Was to the left and the sofa was to the right leaving a rather small passageway to get into The main cabin area across on the sofa was the desk while there was plenty of counter space We would have liked more shelves in the cabin the king bed was on the forward wall facing aft Our balcony was a standard size with just enough space for our two upright chairs and a table While not the most spacious or well laid out this Deluxe balcony cabin on MSC Seascape met our needs for our seven day Caribbean cruise Ford on Deck 8 you'll find the MSC Oreo Spa the spa pose an exotic interior of Natural Stone Precious woods and Rich mosaics and is equipped with specific and massage treatment Suites Services include deep tissue massages and Swedish massages as well as services like facials salt Scrubs and an Alpine body wrap Spa is open most days from 9am to 9pm inside this bar there was Also a dedicated barber shop to keep you looking at your best during your time on board Cruisers Could leave the barbershop styled and ready for a great evening with services like a cut or a shave There's also a hair salon which offer different packages including a personalized shampoo and Conditioning mask a haircut and single processed color treatment as well as other services MSC Seascape also boasts an onboard nail salon which offers typical treatments like manicures And pedicures in a dedicated space within the spa also within the Spas MSC Oreo thermal Suite Cruisers are sailing on MCC Seascape cannot for a day pass or a week-long pass Among the experiences are a hydro pool heated Stone loungers a sauna steam room a snow room Several shower experiences Two relaxation areas and even an outdoor Sun Deck with a whirlpool and loungers The fitness center on msccape takes up a large section of the forward space on Deck 8 midship And port side fitted with authentic techno gym equipment and featuring panoramic ocean Views the onboard gym is the place to be for all those take their fitness regimen Seriously there are a variety of strength equipment cardio equipment and free weights There's also a separate cycle room for group fitness classes but those are an upcharge There's also a dedicated Mona workout Zone this is a unique workout based on the combination Of the seven fundamental movements and heart rate zone training developed by the Techno gym Scientific research team this form of intense circuit training has its own unique area right In front of the fitness center during our cruise a fitness center was open from 7am to 9pm daily Also on Decay Ford is a small business center with several small conference Rooms this space can be reserved for events or groups selling on the ship Exiting in the spa is a Liberty Plaza this open multi-deck space is surrounded by shops and bars When the ship is sailing kiosks are set up around the plaza offering jewelry and other accessories The signature piece here is a Statue of Liberty sculpture that rises from The casino one deck below this stylish and sophisticated area rests above the other Themed areas below including Times Square in the Liberty Plaza you'll find The Loft Cafe Now while many of the bars on MSC Seascape lack theming or unique Decor The Loft Cafe Is an exception this venue features oversized chairs and tables with yellow and wood tones Reminiscent of a writer's room or a quiet hotel lounge the venue features live music in the Evenings as occasionally used during the day for private events open from 7am until late The Loft Cafe serves the standard bar menu alongside espresso-based beverages this was our go-to Spot for our morning lattes and a great spot to grab some espresso Martinis in the evenings The service at The Loft Cafe was some of the best on the ship as well on the port side next to the Sports bar is a small Billards room it contains one pool table and a few arcade style sports games It was open most of the day and the games are an up charge honestly we didn't see many people Using the space it's also completely separate from The Next Door bar making the room feel closed off Next door you'd find the sports bar decked out with sports memorabilia this classic sports Bar offers craft beers a fully stocked bar for other beverages Classic Game Time food options And oversized televisions for sport broadcasts as well as individual TV booths to watch the action This is another bar in MSC Seascape that really adds some great theming the sports bar was open Anywhere between 10 AM and 4pm depending on the ship's call into port and remained open until late This is a perfect spot to grab some friends Brews and chicken wings to watch your favorite team play Leaving Liberty Plaza and heading toward the main Atrium you'll find one of the two MSC cruises Excursion desks on the starboard side this desk is open select times a day based on the itinerary the Short excursions desk is where Cruisers can go to review tour options and find out about the options For things to do at the next Port of Call off the main Atrium midship you'll find the MSC shop The MSC logo shop was open when the ship was not docked at a Port of Call this venue is home to MSC Cruises logo merchandise as well as MSC Seascape keepsakes think ship models t-shirts accessories And other souvenirs if you are set on a specific item head to the shop early as items and specific Sizes do sell out quite quickly midship on the starboard side you'll find the art gallery Similar to other Mega ships this rather out of the way showroom takes up a hallway off the atrium Here Cruisers can admire the various pieces of Art the art gallery was open select hours Normally when the ship was not docked at a Port of Call although thankfully unlike other Cruise Lines There were no art options on MSC Seascape were available to answer questions about the pieces of Art displayed there and occasionally held seminars on things like discovering art photography Across the way on the port side you'll find Ola tacos and cantina This venue serves up Mexican Styles treat food in a vibrant open seeding restaurant With a nearby Barb also serving up some tasty drinks at Ola tacos and Katina you Guys can choose an all-you-can-eat option for a set fee or pay a la carte for each menu item The menu features a variety of Mexican favorites like guacamole tacos enchiladas nachos quesadillas And more this is a great option for casual lunch or dinner on MSC Seascape the restaurant was open Nightly for dinner from 6 to around 9 30 or 10 p.m and open for lunch usually around 12 P.M to 3 P.M The bar is open whenever the restaurant is open if you prefer to just pull up a seat at The bar instead of dying at the restaurant you can certainly do so the Ola Cantina features a variety Of tequila Mezcal and cervasa Cruisers can choose from a standard Margarita or even create their own Check the dailies for specials like buy one get one Margaritas at this bar Heading further aft The Wine Cellar is located on Deck 8 near the specialty restaurants This space allows guests to explore the ship's walkthrough Wine Cellar and indulge in various Tasting experiences there are pour your own wine stations located here as well while the Daily states that the venue is open from 12 to 2 PM and from 5 45 to 10 pm daily We never saw much going on in the space during our selling an MSC scale Midship on Deck 8 is a chef's Court which is home to many of the specialty restaurants On MSC Seascape in the heart of the chef's court is the elegantly appointed cocktail bar The cocktail bar on MSC Seascape serves up a variety of fun and refreshing drinks This is a cozy spot to enjoy some exclusive cocktails like the rose lychee sangria a Spiced Mai Tai or the indo-chine martini before or after dinner in one of the specialty restaurants The drinks and the service at this bar were some of the best we encountered on our salad The cocktail bars generally open whenever the specialty restaurants are open usually 12 to 2 PM and 5 45 pm to 10 pm like many Cruise Lines MSC Seascape offers A Japanese hibachi style restaurant Cato Teppanyaki is open nightly for dinner from 5 45 pm to 9 30 PM with set seatings on select days for lunch from 12 to 2 P.M This Teppanyaki Restaurant's menu features set tasting combinations at varying prices Each begins with a sushi and sashimi plate miso soup salad and fried rice then there Are Seafood portions and meat portions which vary based on which experience you select The meal then concludes with a pineapple and matcha ice cream dessert there is an additional Vegetarian and kids menu available further the chef will work to customize your selections within Reason and price point for instance instead of fish my wife got a double portion of chicken Once you make your selections it's time to sit back and enjoy this interactive Dinner Show Watch our Chef cook up the meal right in front of you with a little singing and fun along the way On the port side is a butcher's cut the butcher's cut is a signature Steakhouse on MSC Seascape This upscale restaurant is one of the best at Sea in our opinion featuring premium cuts of beef Alongside various starters sides and desserts there's also a signature cocktail menu and Wineless that pairs perfectly with your dinner the venue features an open kitchen a large dining room And additional Alfresco seating on the waterfront just cut Cruisers can choose to pay a flat fee For the dining experience menu or purchase items from the full menu at all a car prices The butcher's cut is open nightly for dinner from 5 45 pm to 9 30 pm and on select days for brunch From 12 to 2 PM some of our favorites at this restaurant include the oysters Filet mignon mac and cheese and the lava cake On the starboard side is Kato sushi you need to MSC cruises Cato sushi bar comes complete with Its own Sushi conveyor belt this venue is priced completely a la carte and is not part of any of The dining packages Cato Sushi is open from 5 45 pm to 9 30 PM nightly for dinner and 12 to 2 p.m On select CDs for lunch at Kato Sushi Cruisers can pull up a seat at the far top and select Items from the conveyor belt in front of them the plates are color coded based on the pricing There are also additional items on the menu like tempura teriyaki soup noodles and desserts Continuing aft to find the Ocean Key Restaurant the Ocean Key Restaurant is The intimate Seafood specialty restaurant on MSC Seascape somewhere to the butcher's cut The ocean key menu features a flat fee dining experience menu and a larger a la carte menu There are various hot and cold appetizers main courses such as lobster tail and dessert Unfortunately if someone in your travel potty does not like seafood there are Very limited non-seafood items available at this venue Ocean Key restaurant is open Nutley for dinner from 5 45 pm to 9 30 p.m and select days for lunch from 12 to 2 P.M At the AFT of decade is the Uptown Lounge the Uptown Lounge hosts a variety of activities During the day including trivia dance classes Name That Tune the majority rules game show and more In the evenings the song features live music and Cocktails for those looking to unwind after dinner The bar in the Uptown Lounge generally doesn't open until 7 PM each evening and serves as a Standard bar menu and is open to usually around midnight at the very aft of the ship Outdoors You'll find the infinity pool the Affinity pool is the adult's only pool on MSC Seascape The two adjacent pools Overlook the Wake for some amazing views both the starburst side and Port side of this deck area offer loungers as well as additional seating for those looking To enjoy the warm Caribbean air most days the Affinity pool was open from 8 AM to 9pm [Music] Foreign Adults-only Affinity pool you'll find an outdoor bar and a gelato shop not to mention both Portside And cyber sides of decade feature additional outdoor seating and side facing whirlpools for More fantastic views or if you're looking to Lounge in the space the infinity bar is your Go-to spot to grab a cocktail this bar is open from 7am until 10 pm daily weather permitting On the port side you'll find the venki gelato this gelato shop isn't up charge and Was typically open from 9am to 8pm on sea days and from early afternoon to 8 pm on Port days This gelato shop is one of four areas Cruisers can get this delicious Italian treat on the ship Encommenting all of deck 8 is the Waterfront Promenade with infinity Bridges MSC Seascape gets Cruisers closer to the action than ever before with some of the most outdoor Spaces of any new mega ship the decade outdoor Waterfront perhaps mostly around the ship it's Home to a variety of seating areas with tables and chairs loungers and some oversized shares On each side of the ship you can get a bird's eye view the decks below with the infinity Bridges Each of these Bridges is essentially a mini version of The Bridge of size found on Deck 16. These Infinity bridges are glass walkways that let you peer to the decks Below on both the starboard Side and port side of decade a few laps around this deck on a sunny day is all but mandatory The Cora theater is located All the Way Forward on Deck 7 and 6. this traditional style theater Can hold over 1200 guests and boasts five new signature shows and two headliner Acts During a week-long cruise when compared to other new Mega ships we felt the theater was rather Basic with limited technology and capabilities the stage also felt small for a ship of the size Honor the five Production shows we liked love blooms and Premiere the best glove blooms was A Whimsical tale with a decent mix of music and or neat costumes Premiere was a nod to Classic Movies From James Bond to The Wizard of Oz Dirty Dancing and even Ghostbusters it was fun even if it was A bit cheesy actually in the theater heading midship you'll find the MSC casino and casino bar The MSC Seascape Casino was open when the ship was not docked at a Port of Call with your traditional Mix of slot machines and table games it felt like you're a run-of-the-mill Gambling Hall at sea of Note the casino is a smoking venue and the smell Wades into the atrium and the decks above mostly Days slot machines remain open all day with tables opening around 11AM and staying open until late The casino bar is centrally located in the casino On Deck 7 and is adorned with an artistic representation of the Statue of Liberty Lady Liberty can be seen from the deck above in the Liberty Plaza Similar to the casino the casino bar opened around 10 a.m on sea days and somewhere between 2 and 6 Pm on Port days and stayed open late heading to the atrium on Deck 7 you'll find the Champagne Bar The dazzling champagne and wine bar is located right off the atrium with the main bar on the port Side but seating on both the port and starboard side this Bar's signature menu offers a variety Of champagne Prosecco and other bubbly drinks from around the world with cocktails like the Chambord Royale or French kiss this bar is open from about 5 PM until midnight daily and is a Great spot to grab a pre-dinner cocktail while enjoying some of the happenings in the atrium Continuing off on the starboard side you'll find the Aegean Restaurant The Aegean Restaurant is one of the four complementary restaurants on MSC Seascape And this restaurant was only open for dinner the blue Decor and minimalistic design gave Knots the ocean and marine life this dining room was open for Cruisers who had traditional dining With dining times at 6 pm and 8 30. this was actually our dining room for the week We dined here on four occasions and found the food to be average at best although I was a fan Of the last night's Italian theme menu with items like awesome voco calamari and of course pasta Further aft on Deck 7 is the skyline restaurant this restaurant offers an Urban feel with stylings mimicking an upscale City restaurant this venue was for those with My choice dining which is the cruise Line's more flexible Dining Plan the my choice dining option Is only available for those who select the Oreo experience on MSC cruises guests do need to make Reservations each evening for a select dining time but can choose any dining time they want Again this restaurant was only open for dinner at the very aft of deck 7 is La cabre Rouge La Cabaret Rouge is a unique entertainment space that you can only find on MSC cruises this large Yet intimate venue is home to a variety show each evening which highlights several unique acts from Live singers to a comedian pianist to acrobats and even a hula hoop dancer it was a hodgepodge of Entertainment then you hosts other activities like the Guinness World Record game show and the glow Party and also turned into the ship's nightclub each evening with Club Music until sunrise during All this evening fun you can grab your drinks from the bar in this venue which is open from 7 PM Nightly there are also servers making the rounds in this venue especially during the variety show Of note this venue is not used much during the day so it can be a nice quiet spot to read get Some work done or just relax in the comfortable furniture without many other Cruisers nearby Forward on Deck 6 is another New York themed area Times Square this venue is designed to Evoke the excitement and liveliness of this famous New York City neighborhood With upscale shops and boutiques surrounding the area this Lounge is home to the Dueling Pianos each night with two talented performers playing theme sets Times Square Comes Alive the Classic sing-along style Tunes from all genres of music check the daily planner for the times And different sets with titles like classic rock and totally 80s there are plenty of great options The venki 1878 chocolate bar is a chocolate lovers Paradise This venue serves a variety of non-alcoholic and alcoholic beverages made with the brand Signature chocolate including some delicious espresso-based drinks The bar also serves a variety of other chocolates and gelato that are crafted on board in an Open-air kitchen venki is generally open every day from 8am to midnight unfortunately though None of the drinks or other chocolates and items at vanky are including any of MSC drink packages Heading toward the atrium midship on Deck 6 you'll find the main MSC excursions desk Like the smaller kiosks above here Cruisers can speak with staff at Destiny times To get more information about tours or to book excursions Similar to deck above on the port side of the ship there's another bar the shine bar this bar is open From 4 pm daily serving the ship's standard bar menu overlooking all the action of the atrium this Is a great place to grab a drink while enjoying the live music or Nutley festivities that occur In the atrium of no there's no bar located in Times Square so if you are heading there to Listen to Live piano music you might want to grab a drink at the shine bar first although there are Some servers in the area taking drink orders when you're listening to the live piano music Lastly on Deck 6 is another restaurant kalal Jordanelle restaurant This is the second largest restaurant on the ship and it's a complimentary restaurant this Restaurant was only open for dinner and for those with traditional dining times of 6 15 and 8 45 pm Lastly there's deck five midship you'll find the MSC Foundation If you want to give back the MSC Foundation Center on Deck 5 is your place to learn more About this non-profit's work you can also purchase a Keepsake with all proceeds going To the foundation's work to restore the critical balance between people and nature The foundation utilizes msc's Global reach and unique knowledge of the sea to make immediate Action that contributes to protecting and nurturing the blue planet in all its people Like most contemporary Cruise Lines MSC cruises features photographers roaming the ship snapping Photos of your cruise vacation at the Photo Hub you can speak with the staff to get more Information about the photo packages this digital Center is also a spot you should head to if you Have questions about the Wi-Fi MSC Cruise's Wi-Fi package can be a bit complicated so Don't be surprised if there's a line here with Cruisers troubleshooting some issues In addition make sure to walk through the emotions immersive gallery to see the unique photos of MSC Guests including you and your family taken by the professional photographers on board the ship This immersive experience is a great opportunity to meet your fellow guests And it's a lot of fun trying to spot the shots of you and your loved ones Do know that in the atrium there are touch screen kiosks available for Cruisers to review Their photos here crew members are also available select hours to answer any questions you have or To help you choose a perfect shot so don't worry if you can't find your photos on the gallery They're all stored digitally and MSC seascapes cloud the centerpiece of the Interior area that We've been walking around for a while is the four deck Atrium that stands from deck 5 to decade Along with bars and lounges surrounding the area The Atrium is home to live music in the evenings There are also regular activities and even party pre-shows hosted by the activities manager The Atrium is a bright and lively place to meet and socialize with friends It's also home to Lion's signature Swarovski staircase that connects to different decks in Style and fashion last of the MSC CC's bars is the aptly named Escape Bar this bar is Located on Deck 5 and in the center of all the action occurring in the atrium this is also on The bars open the earliest on the ship opening every day at 6 a.m all bars on MSC ships serve Espresso along with other cocktails thus you can hit here early in the morning furry caffeine fix However if you're looking for a custom latte you might be turned away like we were several mornings While we were told this bar should be able to make them the bar staff here often directed us to wait Until the Loft Cafe opened at 7am this is why we miss a dedicated coffee bar on MSC Seascape in the Atrium here you'll find guest services tucked away on the port side of deck 5. open 24 hours a day Guests can speak to the helpful staff regarding any issues they may experience while aboard Across the way is the MSC future Cruise desk if you're interested in Booking another MSC Cruises trip then you should visit this desk on the starboard side open select hours when The ship is important and most of the day on sea days the future Cruise desk crew members are on Hand to help you decide on your next voyage you can take advantage of special rates and Promotions only available while sailing to get even greater value for your next MSC cruises trip Finally you'll find the Green Wave Restaurant midship on Deck 5. As the name implies the Green Wave Restaurant is adorned in all shades of emerald and fern tones This is the last complimentary restaurant and it's home to three dining times for traditional dinner An early time at 5 15 pm 7 30 pm and a late dying time at 9 30 pm the Green Wave is also The largest of all the restaurants and this is the restaurant that's open for breakfast every Morning typically from 7 or 7 30 A.M and staying open about two hours to either 9 or 9 30 am On sea days the Green Wave Restaurant was open for a sit-down lunch from noon to 1 pm While we didn't test out the restaurant for breakfast we Did eat lunch here on one sea day and thought the food was pretty average Now if our ship tour has you interested in knowing what it's like to actually cruise On msccape then we highly recommend you check out our MSC Seascape cruise ship review in that video We go into detail about several aspects of the experience on board the [ __ ] from the dining To the entertainment staterooms and on-board activities we covered all in our exclusive MSC Seascape Cruise review video to help you decide if MSC scape is right for your next Cruise vacation Mike Izzo https://lifesporttravel.com/?p=1553

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