#hopefully it's gonna help me take a much needed nap

[myatlantispoets]

This was one of the worst exams i've had in my life so far

[screeching-bunny]

hi, can you be part two of yandere concubine harem

Yandere! Concubine Harem pt.2

Warnings: Obsessive Behavior, Yandere Thoughts, Bad Writing, Stalking, Possessive Behavior, Reader is Referred as ‘You’

Pt.1

God fucking damnit it happened again. Currently, you were standing in front of your father as he was lecturing you. The reason for this scolding? Well, it was due to the fact that yet another one of your concubines had passed away. You wanted nothing more than to just go to bed and take a fat nap right now. Like how was this even remotely your fault? Everyone knows that once someone joins your harem there’s like a seventy percent chance of them dying. Yet they still do it! Why were you being blamed for their stupidity?

“I can’t fucking believe you!!! How could you let another one of your concubines die!?!? How on Earth are we supposed to explain this to the family!?!?”

“I honestly don’t understand why you're putting so much of the blame on me. Everyone literally knows the dangers of entering this place. This is the twelfth concubine to die. Can anyone really be surprised? Most people already know the fatalities, yet they still send their children here in hopes of being married to me. If they're shocked, that's on them.”

“What– I honestly can’t deal with you right now. Just go away. I can already feel my blood pressure rise…”

Man what a drag. You’re gonna have to start planning another funeral again. What did she even die from anyways? Probably just by some poison, that seems to be what’s popular nowadays. You started to make your way towards your bedroom so that you could finally relax. When you were by your window outside you noticed that a figure was already in your room. Any normal person would see this and start freaking out but you had a suspicion that you knew who this was. Taking a closer look, your suspicions were deemed correct when you got a clear view of one of your male concubines there. Not only that but they were digging through your dirty laundry. Man this is seriously gross and did they just smell your underwear!!! Man he really needed to touch some grass. Yeah… maybe it wasn’t the best idea to bedroom anyways. Whatever, to the hot springs it is!

With that you started to call a maid over and order her to bring all your bath supplies. The hot springs were in a secluded part of the palace so hopefully no one was around there. With a quick walk you finally reached the area and you patiently waited for the maid to come over and hand you your things.

“Sorry for making you wait, your highness here are all your things. I’ll make sure to tell everyone not to come here so as to not bother you. Enjoy yourself and let me know if you need anything.”

“Thank you, I will.”

Stepping into the waters, you start to feel your body relax as that hot water begins to hit your body. You began to just sink yourself into it. You love how calming and peaceful this place was. This was soon interrupted when you saw the waters begin to ripple with movement. Rolling your eyes a bit you then look up at a figure. Low and behold it was another concubine. This time however, you remembered his name. You think his name was Atlas… probably but you were certain that he was the prince of a southern boarding nation.

“Your highness, what a coincidence running into you like this. Mind if I have the honors of joining you?” he said with a large smile.

Coincidence my ass but nevertheless you gave him a small nod. His face immediately began to light up as he made his way towards your side. He had the eagerness of a puppy and the speed of a cheetah.

“Your highness, let me rub your back for you!”

He began to rub his hands all over your body eager to not leave one spot untouched. You were honestly so dumbfounded by him but just let him do his thing. Something else that you noticed while he was doing all of this was the fact that he was packing! It took you all your willpower to not look down and just stare at it. You couldn’t help but think and ask yourself in your mind, “was it heavy?” Man you really need to get out of here before your mind turns into the gutter. You were seriously turning into one of your perverted concubines. Before you could say anything and make an excuse to leave he beat you to it.

“When we’re finished, let's go to my side of the palace where we can relax with each other.”

Feeling that you could use a change in scenery you agreed and began to get dressed. As the two of you made your way towards his courtyard you couldn’t help but notice how beautiful it was. The place was filled with flowers and many butterflies roamed the area. The both of you sat near a nearby bench and started to make conversation.

“I’m sorry for the lack of entertainment. If I had known that I would be meeting you I would have set something up. I do have some tea that I made this morning and it would be lovely if you could try it!”

With your hum of his approval he quickly made his way inside to go and fetch it. Something that you’ll never understand about your concubines is their constant need for approval from you. You could not imagine why one would be so desperate for praise from someone else. The thought of yourself being like that almost made you laugh. Your thoughts were quickly broken when you heard the sound of someone's footsteps.

“I’m back I hope I didn’t keep you waiting for long! Let me pour the tea for you!”

He swiftly grabbed the teapot and poured it into a teacup for you. Then presented you with some biscuits.

“I made this all for you! They probably don’t taste as good as they did this morning but they're still delicious!”

Taking the sip of the tea you noticed that it had a pleasant sugary taste to it. The cookies were also quite delicious. When you finished your snack the two of you continued to make small talk until you started to feel your vision begin to get blurry. You noticed that your body became hard to move and sluggish. God dammit you knew better than to accept food from anybody. Now look at where it got you!

“My love, it seems like the tea is starting to kick in but don’t worry I’ll make sure to take care of you.” he said with a lovesick expression.

[storiesofsvu]

Common Cold

Olivia Benson x reader warnings: minor language, that's about it. I did not read through this or edit it, so... not my fault if there's mistakes or its terrible LOL.

Olivia was pouring her coffee in the kitchen when she heard the small cough from around the corner of the hallway, glancing up in your direction as you rounded the bend.

“You coming down with something?”

“No.” You nearly shot her a glare, “my throat’s just drier than the desert.” You stepped up to the cupboard, pulling down a mug and shifted to the coffee machine only for Liv’s hand to wrap around your wrist, redirecting you to the fridge.

“You might want to hydrate first.”

“Fine.” You grumbled, pulling the Brita pitcher out of the fridge to fill the mug up, feeling Olivia’s eyes on you as you drained it in one go, filling it up again.

“I was gonna stop at the bodega for breakfast, unless you want something different?”

“I’m not really hungry.” You replied with a soft sigh and she raised a brow at you.

“What?” You asked.

“You didn’t eat much at dinner last night either, are you sure you’re feeling okay?”

“Yeah. Just a tickle in my throat.” You waved her off, slowly sipping your way through the second mug of water, “Carisi always has extra of that emergen-c stuff, I’m sure I can steal some, kick the ass of whatever this is before it has a chance to sneak in.”

“Alright.” Olivia surrendered, pulling you to her to press a kiss to your temple, “you let me know if you start feeling worse and need to come home early.”

“I’m fine.” You insisted, pulling down a travel mug from the cupboard to fill it with coffee, glancing up at your girlfriend for approval that she gave in the tiniest nod before you added sugar and cream and followed her out the apartment door.

By lunch time, vitamins weren’t the only thing you’d stolen from Carisi, his Fordham hoodie wrapped tightly around your frame as you shivered at your desk. Olivia was on the way back from the break room, glancing up across the bull pen to see you tugging the hood of the sweater over your head before returning your attention to your laptop. With a gentle sigh she wandered over to your desk, placing down half her sandwich.

“Have something to eat, you’ll feel better.”

“Still not hungry.” You replied with a yawn, running your hands over your face, rubbing at your eyes the best you could without ruining your make up.

“Sweetheart…” she perched on the side of your desk, “no offence but you look like hell.” Her hand snuck under the hood, smoothing back a few pieces of your hair. “Are you sure you don’t need to go home?”

“I just didn’t sleep well last night.” You yawned again, trying to keep this one contained.

“Yeah, cause you were up all night coughing.” Liv pointed out and you pouted, “and it’s nowhere near cold enough in here for that hoodie, it’s June…”

“Guess I’m just running cold today.”

“Let me take you home.” She rubbed at your shoulder, “get you some rest.”

“M’fine.” You protested, a small cough rumbling through your throat, “can’t have you taking off in the middle of the day.”

“Alright, meet me halfway then.” She slid off your desk, “I’ve got some Buckley’s in my desk, you take some of that, and go sleep it off in the crib. I’ll wake you up when it’s time to go.”

“Fine.” You whined, pushing back from your desk as you followed her into her office, surprised when she followed you to the bunk room. She’d grabbed a couple of comfier blankets from her office, tucking them around you as you curled up on one of the beds, her hand coming to rest on your forehead.

“You really are burning up. If this doesn’t help I’m taking you home, understood?”

“Yes Ma’am.” You half teased back, yawning again as you nuzzled into the pillow, pulling the blankets and Carisi’s hoodie tighter around you.

“Get some sleep sweet girl.” Liv murmured, leaning down to press a gentle kiss into your forehead before she moved from the room, flicking off the light to hopefully give you a restful nap.

You weren’t entirely sure how long you’d been out; you just felt the bed dip with Olivia’s weight, a cool hand resting on your forehead and stroking your cheek. You groaned, slowly rolling onto your back as you attempted to stretch out your aching body.

“How are you feeling?” Olivia asked softly and you coughed in return.

“Sweaty.” You grimaced, “thirsty…sore…”

“Ready to admit defeat and let me take you home and properly take care of you?” She asked with a soft grin on her cheeks and you looked up at her and nodded. “Alright, c’mon.”

The entire trip home was honestly a blur, you could barely keep your eyes open, your head resting against the cool glass of the car window. Your body was burning, but you were shivering at the same time, your head throbbing and your throat on fire. Olivia’s hand was resting on your thigh, squeezing softly in assurance that you were almost home.

Back in the apartment she helped you change into comfier clothes, chuckling at the way you pulled Carisi’s hoodie back on, claiming it was fuzzier than any of yours. She sat you down on the couch, taking a make up wipe from the packet and cleaning your face before she urged you to bundle up in as many blankets as you wanted.

Your eyes fluttered shut, listening to her pad around the apartment while she collected whatever she deemed necessary. A few minutes later and she was perching on the edge of the couch, her hand soothing up your side, “sit up for me, take these.”

Groaning as you did so, your eyes cracked open, taking the pills from her and swallowing them down with the help of the large glass of water she’d brought you. She left the bottle along with the Buckley’s on the end table, the water on the coffee table so it was more accessible.

“That should help break the fever, help with your head. Try to get some more sleep and I’m gonna make you some soup for dinner, you need to eat, alright?”

You nodded bleakly, dropping back down onto the couch and Liv leaned over you, squeezing you gently and kissing the top of your head. You shivered slightly when she moved away, her body heat vanishing and she tucked another blanket around you in hopes that it would help.

Being as quiet as she could, she looked into the fridge, pulling out what she’d need for some semi homemade chicken noodle soup and was forever thankful for the leftover rotisserie chicken from last night. Vegetables were chopped up and then placed in the pot to sauté along with some garlic and she preheated the oven for some Pilsbury flaky rolls to go along with it, popping the tray in once it was ready. Broth got added to the pot, seasoned appropriately and once it was boiling and the delicious smells were wafting through the apartment she added in the noodles. Glancing over her shoulder she found that you were still dead to the world, curled around yourself on the couch snoring softly and she couldn’t help but smile, knowing that you were at least on your way to feeling better.

While she was waiting for everything to fully cook she opened the tea cabinet, searching through the boxes until she found the one she thought you would like the best that had the best benefits to helping a cold. She flicked on the kettle and pulled down a mug for you before picking a wine for herself and poured out a glass, taking a sip of it as she waited for the timer to go off. The soup finished first and she pulled it off the burner, tossing in the chicken, knowing it would heat fine as everything kept cooking, placing the lid on the pot to keep it going. A couple of minutes later and the rolls were being pulled from the oven and she was pouring out your mug of tea.

Behind her she heard a quiet groan, a shuffling of blankets and the slow padding of your footsteps as you paused in the kitchen.

“Smells amazing.” You commented, your voice hoarse.

“Well I couldn’t exactly let you go empty handed now, could I?” She asked with a smile, stepping towards you to cup your cheek, kissing your forehead. “Surprised you’re up already.”

“Have to pee.” You yawned, “but I was out long enough to start feeling better.”

“Good.” She pecked your cheek, “hopefully this is only a twenty four hour thing then.”

“Mmhm.” You nodded before disappearing down the hallway.

You stopped in the kitchen on the way back, offering to help and she simply shooed you away, telling you to get comfortable on the couch while she took care of things. First she refilled your water, making sure it was cold and crisp, then she brought over your mug of tea, followed by a steaming bowl of soup with a bun on the side. Finally she joined you on the couch with her own dinner and wine, settling in beside you.

“What’d you want to watch?” She asked, smoothing your hair back, pressing a kiss to the side of your head.

“Grey’s.” You mumbled back, blowing on your tea to cool it off before taking a sip.

“Alright.” She replied with a smile, picking up the remote to figure out where you’d last left off on your favourite binge. She watched you curiously for a moment as you tried to navigate the bowl of soup without using the table or pulling both your arms out from under the blanket, “you need a hand?”

“I dunno how I’m supposed to do this without spilling it everywhere.” You whined and she chuckled.

“Here.” She reached for the bowl, “settle in however you want. I’ll hold the bowl; can you handle the spoon?” She asked with a tease and you scowled in her direction.

“I’d be mad at you if you hadn’t made me dinner.” You grumbled, coughing a couple of times before you finally managed to get comfortable and could start eating your soup.

Olivia was happy to see you finish the bowl completely, using the roll to soak up the remnants of the broth before she placed it back on the coffee table. She readjusted slightly, her arm coming to rest on the back of the couch, her heart warming as you immediately dropped into her side. Your head came to rest on her chest, her hand automatically going to your hair, softly playing with it as you curled around her.

“Thank you.” You murmured softly, letting out a little yawn as you refocused on the tv.

“Of course sweet girl.” She replied, kissing the top of your head, “whatever you want, you get. You know how much I hate to see you sick; you’ll feel better soon.”

“Promise?”

“I do.” She laid a kiss on your hair, her hand soothing up and down your back, “don’t fight the sleep alright, you’ve seen this show a million times, you already know what happens.”

“Alright, alright.” You didn’t have any energy left to even try and fight with her, your eyes fluttering shut as the strum of her heart lulled you to sleep.

Olivia had said it herself already, it didn’t matter what she had to give up, or how much extra work she had to do, she would do whatever it was you needed to make sure that you were happy and healthy. She loved you; she loved taking care of you and more importantly she loved seeing you shine and you couldn’t do that when you were sick.  She would happily sacrifice an afternoon at work, a dinner out on the town if it meant making sure you knew you were loved.

Even if that meant you passed on whatever bug you had to her three days later and the entire process began again but from the other side.  

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[lavouredior]

Hii do you think you could write a fic on how Vox would correct or fix bunny reader attitude when she misbehaves? xox

he doesn’t ( he tries )

this is also me feeding into the fact that bunny is a little

warnings: reference to another fic where bunny got spanked as punishment

Calm It Bunny

“princess i need you to stop screaming.” this had been going on for at least the past hour.

you had woken up to vox already being in his office so per usual you ran out of your room and straight to his office taking your usual spot on his lap. you had stayed up late the night before because valentino had watched you for most of the day and when he watches you he loves to wind you up so that vox has to deal with you being hyper.

the only problem was you were so excited to go find vox and to take a nap cuddling him like you did pretty much every day that you had forgotten to grab your stuffed animal when you ran to him.

which normally wasn’t a problem since vox would always send one of his assistants to go get your stuffed animal. except for today since vox had a cleaning service come in to clean up your guys’ room because he wanted to get you your own setup for when you were little since most of your toys were always getting scattered around.

vox hadn’t even noticed the stuffed animal missing until you had woken up and asked him for it. he was in need of a break and knows you love when he watches you play with your toys so he had taken you back to your room but your stuffed animal was missing when you guys got there.

“wan’ stuffy!” was all you said since you started your little tantrum. vox sighed then held his hand out “come on princess maybe val has it? you wanna come with me and go check?” you just nodded grabbing onto his hand.

valentino became the go to whenever you lost anything since he had found your stuffed animal when you had left it in the limo after going out one night with him and vox.

the idea of going to see if valentino had it calmed you down a little bit, your screaming turning into once in a while sniffles and the tears on your face starting to dry up.

vox handed you a pair of sunglasses before picking you up. “you put those on when we get to val’s studio okay? i don’t want you seeing anything if he’s filming.” you just nodded, laying your head on his shoulder.

you guys got to the studio and luckily there was no filming going on today, valentino was sitting in his office doing lots of nothing. which is why vox was fine with setting you down and letting you run over to the moth.

“vally!” valentino was pissed for a second about the nickname before he saw the little bunny the nickname had came out of. “oh if it isn’t bun, i wasn’t expecting a visit from you today.” he paused noticing the dried tears on your face. “conejita, what’s the matter?”

“she lost her stuffy. i was hoping maybe you had seen it?” valentino shook his head “i never see that thing unless it’s attached to the little conejita, she takes it everywhere.”

there wasn’t a sound out of you, vox was hoping you didn’t hear what valentino said or see him shake his head and that you were just hopefully staring at valentino.

he soon found out that was false when your tantrum started all over again. “wan’ stuffy!” he sighed attempting to pick you up but being met with you slapping him.

the slap brought both valentino and vox to be surprised. “princess.” he said attempting to pick you up again but being pushed away by you.

“bunny. i’m trying to be nice and help you find your stuffy but if you’re going to act like this you can say goodbye to your stuffy forever because i won’t help you if you’re gonna act like this.” his response just caused another scream to come out of you which prompted valentino to get up and shut his office door.

“HEY!” vox yelled finally getting your attention as he had crouched down to your height and getting you to stop screaming. “listen to me right now bunny. you’re gonna stop screaming right now, we’re trying our best to find your stuffy for you and you’re being nothing but mean. you’re gonna knock that off right now, you behave or no stuffy okay?”

all you did was nod going over to vox and wrapping your arms around him. “no wan’ spank!” he nodded picking you up and sitting down in the office chair valentino kept for when vox bored him about business. “i’m not gonna spank you princess but you need to behave. no more being loud.”

“i jus’ wan’ stuffy.” more tears started falling down your face which vox was quick to start wiping. “i know princess but we can only do so much if it’s gone it’s gone.”

“no!!!!!” you practically yelled but vox chose to ignore it knowing him getting mad at you just made everything worse as him yelling just made you noise wise worse. “princess, i need you to quiet down, you’re gonna hurt valentino’s ears.”

“i no hurt vally.” valentino chuckled at your response placing a kiss to your head. the two had just sat there playing with you for a little bit to try and get your tears to stop falling after your tantrum had stopped.

then there was a knock on the office door before angel dust poked his head in “bun bun come on out here real quick.” you looked over at vox who nodded his head before going by angel dust.

“we all heard about ya lil stuffy and we got velvette to make ya something.” he said before handing you a stuffed animal that looked exactly like vox. “ya like it bun bun?”

“wove it!” you said before running back into the office and showing vox and valentino. “look at that princess now you have a stuffed animal you can cuddle when i’m busy.”

“no!!!!” you just glared at vox, but it wasn’t really a glare it was more you trying to but just looking silly. “i’m sorry princess you got a stuffy of me to cuddle now.” you nodded being happy about him using the right terms to describe your toys.

A/N: valentino & velvette planned the whole thing to get the stuffed animal from her because of how dirty it was so they put it in the wash but it shrunk and they knew better than to give it back to her like that. ( they don’t wanna be the reasons she cries )

[itsaspectrumcomic]

hey! before I begin, I wanted to say how much I love your comics!! the style and palettes are really soothing, and it's always nice to read them, relate heavily, and not feel quite such an oddball!! so thanks :]

I (very recently) received the results of my diagnosis for autism and adhd (I got both, and a couple other smaller things) and was wondering what things you did differently immediately after diagnosis that helped you? I've tried things like proper organisation and cleaning, keeping on top of deadlines for college as much as I am able, and trying to study as much as I can (a levels are very stressful even though I've only just started the course, and while these solutions are what's considered "good" by the college, its not really helping me as much as I would like)

a large part of the diagnosis was dedicated to brain function (I had the privelidge of being assessed privately, so the evidence was very detailed and thorough), and I scored stupidly high on vocabulary and language study. However, I feel like there's somewhat of a disconnect between the effort I've put in on my foreign language studies and the progress I'm seeing- I'm trying so so hard to understand grammatical concepts and absorb a lot of vocabulary in preparation for some smaller tests in the near future, but I'm not seeing the reward during lessons or even with preparation. I am fully aware that with all the work and effort I'm spending, I am closer than I would like to be to a meltdown and probably burnout, which I desperately want to avoid. It just feels that although my brain is wired for linguistic study, I feel like I'm falling behind or failing

I guess if you have any advice or anything that helped you once your diagnosis was confirmed, or tips for study, I would be greatly appreciative :]

Tldr: struggling with study and fearful of failure, any advice?

hnng I remember the stress of A levels, you couldn't pay me to go through that again 🫠

After being diagnosed I started to allow myself to unmask and stim in more obvious ways. Previously my stims had generally been pretty small, like flicking my fingers or wiggling a bit, but now I allow myself to flap and rock and play with fidget toys as well and it genuinely does help release tension.

It sounds like your're working really hard - if you feel close to burnout and/or meltdowns, you might be working too hard. I also found it really hard to take breaks when I was studying (...still do) but the truth is, by not allowing your mind to rest, you're actually making it harder for yourself to learn and retain information.

So my advice is, take a break! A real break, not 'I'm gonna scroll on my phone for a bit' or 'I went to the toilet that counts as a break right'. Get up, step away from your work for at least an hour, and do something you find relaxing and fun. Go for a walk or just sit outside. Make yourself a drink. Take a nap if you need to. Try to avoid looking at screens during your break if you can. And when you go back to studying, schedule times to have regular short breaks as well (eg a 10 minute break every hour). I set alarms for mine because otherwise I forget to move for five hours.

A break allows your brain to process the information and let it settle properly. When you go back to work you'll hopefully feel more refreshed and able to take in information again. Remember, if you've just started the course, then this is a marathon, not a sprint, so please try not to overdo it and burn yourself out right at the start. Conserve your energy for the long haul.

If you're still struggling, are you able to ask for help, maybe from a friend or a teacher? A teacher could give you some techniques on how to improve in the specific areas you find difficult, and sometimes just talking through the bit you're having trouble with or not understanding can help a lot.

Good luck with your studies and I hope you take some time to rest as well :)

[bearyzdiary]

Hey, can I request a comfort fic where Reader helps Simon after the crash?? Like just some fluffy moments between the two if that’s ok :)

Your still the same

Simon x reader

This diary entry contains…fluff|mentions of car accident|blood|Established relationship|Mentions of depression and poor mental health|short

A/N:MY NOSE IS SO STUFFED I WANTED TO RIGHT MORE BUT I NEED TAKE A NAP BUT HOPEFULLY YOU ENJOY THIS!

He didn’t feel human anymore.He lost his ability to walk.He didn’t remember how felt at first.he felt nothing in his legs.

He still had you though!You stayed by his side during the whole healing process.You comforted him when he would cry about not feeling human anymore because he can’t walk.

You made him feel better by just being there with him the night of it.You didn’t care if you had to sleep in a shitty ass hospital chair.You would do it 30 more times if you needed to.

when Simon was finally released,He had to resort to doing online school as a way of finishing up college.You helped him with his work if he needed it and you would basically spend the night every day at his apartment.

He was so thankful to have you.You did everything you could.Clean,Cook and helped him bathe.It was a tough process for him but he managed on because he had you by his side.

He remembered the time you had helped him make his mom’s special chicken Alfredo.You never understood what was so special about it but Simon insisted that is was special because his mom added just a pinch of hot sauce and for some reason he found that special.

You didn’t put up much of a fight as you helped with pouring and mixing while Simon sat and instructed you on what to do.You ended up making it just like the way his mom used to make it which caused him to slightly cry before finishing and licking the plate clean.

He also remembered when you had gotten a pack of stickers from a dollar store to decorate his wheelchair so it didn’t look so boring.You placed the colorful stickers everywhere that needed some color.

“Do you really need to put hello kitty and her weird friends all over my wheelchair?”Simon asked as he watched you work.you shot him a glare before huffing.

“Yes!and her friends aren’t weird!they are actually very interesting and just for you saying that I’m gonna make you rewatch the entire hello kitty fairy tale series with me!”You say as you place the last sticker on his nose.

He grumbled before sighing in defeat.by the time you were done Simon had nearly fell asleep.You stood up off the ground and clapped at the results of your work.

“Simon! I’m finished!!”You exclaimed as you grabbed your phone and took pictures of the sighting for yourself.Simon admired his new wheelchair before smiling at you.

“I guess it looks better than a plain old wheelchair”He replied before pushing himself back and forth to see how it looked.”See now your boring plain old wheelchair is now hello kitty and her amazing friends themed!”You say as you smile.

Simon let out a small sigh at the memories before looking around the empty apartment.You had ran to go get his favorite snacks for the movie night you two had set up.He looked over at the book he never had time to work on since you had distracted him from the bad thoughts.

So what if the book was supposed to help him?it barely did and your company and silly antics was way better then some silly old book.Simon made a mental note to lock it away in the closet to dust up and be forgotten about.

He had you,You were the only thing able to distract him from the hell he was in.

[chil-aglia]

I always headcanoned that after having turned back to normal Raph, Mikey and Leo gonna suffer headache like a hangover, but it lasts as they overthink too much. In Raph and Mikey’s case it would last few days, but with Leo who’s always planning six steps ahead it would take weeks, which would makes him grumpy (snappy) and probably sensitive of noises (like a typical hangover headache).

Soo can I request a Mind Meld Aftermath fic of that idea with Adri helping/comforting him (maybe even cuddling)?

Sensitivity Of the Mind

AWWW that sounds like a cute idea. Of course I’ll write it!

Apologies if this was short. 

Also I currently don’t have a picture to go with this fic, but anyone is free to make one and tag me in it. I’ll probably even post the art to this little fic

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Someone should really ground Donnie and prevent him from messing with people's minds. Especially his brothers after the whole fiasco of him turning them smart.

After Donnie came to his senses and returned his brothers to normal, the lasting effects were…troublesome. Killer headaches from each turtle. Mostly they occurred when one overthinks on anything. But luckily Mikey and Raph didn’t have to handle it for too long, a few days at most before they were healed.

So why…why did Leo have to suffer alone and the longest?!

Was it because his mind hardly ever shuts off? Always thinking about useless stuff or planning multiple steps ahead on a mission? Was this Leo’s karma of his one-liners?

Ow…okay, calm down Nardo…

He hissed, bringing a hand to his head to soothe his upcoming headache. Was this how drunk people felt after a night out of partying? 

Leo grabs some painkillers to hopefully ease it, but it didn’t seem to work. So, he sort of just had to deal with it. And try to not think.

Which was harder than it sounds.

Days, turned to weeks for him and he was still suffering. Maybe he should let Donnie take a look at him. No…he might experiment on him, as much as he loves his big brained brother, he can’t risk another torment on his brain. Mikey and Raph were out the question, and Splinter would be no help.

Adri…

Leo bites his lip; he probably shouldn’t disturb him. He knew that Adriaen wasn’t a fan of minor disturbances, especially during training or just trying to relax. 

Currently Leo was slowly eating his breakfast. Cereal.

Mikey forgot to cook which was fine, Leo didn’t think he could stomach a heavy breakfast at the moment. Honestly Leo couldn’t even bear his own cereal, whenever his spoon tapped the bowl it made a ringing noise, and Leo had to wince and groan each time.

It was like his hearing had heightened. No…it's just over sensitivity. Another lasting effect from the mind situation he experienced. “Whoa, Leo, you good? You look rough.” Raphael commented, observing his younger brother who was hunched over. Mikey, Donnie and Adriaen all turn to Leo for answers.

“I’m fine.”

“I don’t know Leon. You keep grabbing at your head. Maybe you need to take a nap—“

Leo snaps his head up at Mikey, an unintentional vicious glare on his face. “I said I’m fine! Mind your damn business!”

His outburst shook the brothers and Adriaen. Leo never snapped like that at Mikey or all people. Mikey winced and slowly lowered his head into his shell slightly. 

“Sorry…”

Leo blinks, realising what he did as he felt extreme guilt washing over him. “W-wait...Mikey I’m…I didn’t mean to…” He looks over everyone’s face, the more he looked the more he panicked which made his head throb.

With a pained wince, he gets up and storms to his room. Adriaen watched him with a frown. “Something isn’t right.” He mumbles to himself, glancing back to Mikey to silently check on his well-being. Donnie and Raph were checking on him, the youngest of the group assuring his older brothers that he was fine and that it was his fault that he pushed Leo.

Adriaen had noticed the change in Leo. He noticed a few days after Donnie got them back together in their respective mindsets. Mikey and Raph had trouble with headaches and so did Leo, but he assumed Leo was fine when Raph and Mikey got better.

Guess that wasn’t true. Adriaen felt guilt himself, he shouldn’t have just assumed Leo was fine. The signs were obvious.

“I’ll go check on him.”

“Okay…be careful. He might snap again though.” Raph worries over Adriaen, but the black masked turtle just hums in acknowledgement and walks off to Leo’s room.

When Adriaen reached the familiar room, he gently pulls back the blue sheet that was a replacement for a door. Leo claimed that it was very unique to not have a door, and he wanted to be different. When Adriaen gave brief glance around, his eyes landed onto the slider who had been curled up on his bed, his hands covering over his head and he saw his body twitching.

He was grunting and panting, stirring around as though he was trying to get comfortable but couldn’t.

Leo hadn’t noticed the guest in his room. He was busy trying to calm his mind down. But each time he tried, the throbbing increased. And god it stung.

Shut up brain. You made me snap at Mikey.

Another throb.

Ow…! Okay, just need to relax. How can I do that without feeling like this? Ugh…it hurts.

Another throb. Getting louder. The room was getting louder. Everything was louder for Leo. It's too much for him to handle.

He didn’t even realise he had tears forming in his eyes.

Suddenly he felt his bed move, and two warm arms wrap around his torso. He flinched, perking his head up to see who it was.

To his shock, Adriaen was spooning him, head burying in the crook of Leo’s neck and shoulder.

“A-Adri?”

“You’re okay…it’s just a dumb headache.”

How did…?!

Leo stared, it was quite rare for Adriaen to initiate comfort like this. Let alone to someone else. And right now…Leo needed it.

He trembles before twisting to face him. Leo had tears in his eyes as he shakes and nuzzled his face into Adriaen’s plastron.

“It hurts…”

Adriaen cradled Leo into him, softly stroking his head and shell. “I know…you’re okay. I’m here.”

“Is Mikey…—“

“He’s okay. No one is mad. We’re just worried about you.”

“I’m sorry…my head it…it hurts. Everything does.”

Adriaen softly hums, tracing his fingers along Leo’s yellow stripes on his arm. “Thats just the headaches talking….it’ll go away soon. It did with Raph and Mikey.”

Leo sniffles, god he felt embarrassed, but he also didn’t mind the affection. It warmed him, and surprisingly his head was barely a nuisance to him at the moment. “Can you stay…?” He mumbles, his voice shy and hoarse from his cries.

“Yeah…I won’t leave until you ask me to.”

Leo smiled at that, nuzzling more into the plastron of his crush as he closed his eyes and let out a breathy exhale. 

He could maybe take this chance to actually rest, since his mind was calm. All thanks to Adriaen.

I love him….

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So, I hope this was good! Honestly love Leo and Adriaen’s dynamic. They are just so cute together.

[luvmyoui]

one-how it all started

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myoui mina x fem!reader

warnings: sexism(?), smut, degradation, pregnancy, mina being a pro-lifer, badly written smut, spanking, facefucking, cockslapping, breeding kink???

word count: 3,124

a/n: this is my first time ever writing smut and so it might be cringe and bad BUT HOPEFULLY ILL IMPROVE!!

The only sounds that could be heard in your room at this moment were the slapping of skin, mina's grunts, and your moans. The room was hot, like a sauna almost, there was sweat dripping down the skins of both you and mina. 

“please, please, please”, please was all you could get out, your mind was all jumbled up, the pleasure you were feeling was overtaking your senses. 

“yeah, you like that? hm? you like it when i fuck you like this?" all you could do was moan in response as mina kept pounding into you. 

the only thing you could focus on was mina's huge cock filling you up, you had just gotten onto birth control which meant that mina was now fucking you raw for the first time. You didn't think it’d feel this different, feel this much better. You could feel the veins on her cock rubbing inside you as she entered and exited you. you could feel the tip of her cock kissing your cervix and it made your eyes roll to the back of your head every time, you swore nothing could beat the feeling. 

for some reason she felt so much bigger inside you without a condom, it felt almost like your first time (which was with her). the pleasurable pain of her practically splitting you open with her cock. The feeling was too good, it truly felt amazing.

“fuckfuckfuck im coming, fuck. you gonna take my load hm? gonna let me fill you up?” mina said, lost in pleasure as she quickened her pace if that was even possible with how fast she was going.

“yes, yes, please mina please cum inside me i need it.” you said feeling yourself get more turned on by her dirty words as you moaned more and louder. 

almost right after you said that mina came, she reached her hand down to rub at your clit while she continued thrusting into you. The feeling of her warm load entering you along with the extra stimulation at your clit sent you flying over the edge along with her. 

after both of you finished, mina collapsed on top of you and turned you along with herself to the side so that her weight was now on the bed but her dick still buried inside you. 

“can i just stay inside, please?” mina asked in the most innocent voice making you question weather this was the same girl who was fucking you raw and whispering dirty things into your ear just moments before. 

hearing her say it like that, you couldn't help but nod and bury your head in her covered chest. whenever you two had sex mina never undressed fully, sure she’d take off her pants but she hated taking off her shirt. you assumed it was just insecurity about her breasts (it's not) so you never really pushed her on it and accepted it how it was.

soon enough you had both fallen asleep minas cock still deep inside you stopping her semen from fully exiting you. you woke up from your little nap with mina by hearing the front door of your house open. ‘fuck’ was all you could think as you quickly woke mina up telling her your dad was home and that she needed to leave. she quickly got up and dressed herself as she left from the window in your room right before your dad entered. you held your phone up to your face as you pretended to have been using your phone when he entered. 

“hey, just wanted to let you know your mom won't be home ‘till late so don't bother waiting for her.” 

“yeah, okay.”

myoui mina, the most popular person in your school, was more of a popular guy though. her condition of being intersex was well known to everyone in your school including the guys in turn making almost all her friends guys. and mina? she was the definition of a male, there was no other way to describe her. She played video games all day, refused to cook or clean after herself because of course her mom pampers her and treats her like a prince(ss), and you once even walked in on her comparing sizes with her friend(she was indeed bigger). seeing that sight you were obviously bewildered because wtf?? but in response she just told you to leave and that you wouldn't get it.

before you two even dated she had slept with almost all the girls in your school, and you two started dating sophomore year. mina was basically a guy, called the girls who slept around whores but she herself? She obviously wasn't a whore because she had a dick.

you, being the most popular girl (discluding mina), it was only obvious for you to date mina, and who wouldn't fall for her. not only did she not lack in looks or sizes she was also funny and cute and she somehow managed to woo you. you two were the it couple of your school, the most popular girls in the school were dating. Obviously everyone loved it, all the guys were in love with you and girls were in love with mina so it only made sense for you two to date. more than that though, you genuinely loved mina, no matter her boyish personality you still loved her so much. so much so that you gave your virginity to her.

that was another thing mina loved about you, you were clean. a virgin, never been touched by anyone other than her, it made her happy that you weren't a whore like the other girls at school. 

your dad never really liked your relationship with mina especially after catching her balls deep inside of you. obviously(and thankfully) she covered you instead of herself because other than her dick she was fully dressed. she pulled out of you, her dick still out and bowed to your father apologizing to him. your dad never wanted you to date anyone, he never wanted to see ‘his little girl’ hurt, and after seeing mina fucking you first hand he wasnt that happy. 

other than his protectiveness though, your dad was pretty chill with mina and compared to the other people you had brought home you would probably say he disliked mina the least. because you were serious with mina and planned a future with her you were really happy she was the one your dad liked the most. even though you knew that if you were to marry mina she’d probably make you a stay at home mom you didn't mind that for now, there was still a long way to marriage and by then you could probably reason something out with her.

It has been a couple weeks since you and mina did it for the first time without protection and you haven't been feeling very well. whenever you had sex with mina if she squeezed or touched your boobs it'd hurt a lot more than it’d pleasure you, your chest was much more sore and you had a lot of nausea. you knew what it was when you noticed your period wasn’t coming. panicked you called up your best friend camila. 

“hey, can you get a pregnancy test and come over to my house real quick?” you spoke into your phone a bit panicked

“what?”

“I'll tell you when you get here.” you said before hanging up on her, thoughts were rushing through your head, what were you gonna do if it was positive. you decided that if it was positive then you would have to abort it, you had to for the sake of your future. 

As soon as camila arrived you explained what had happened and that you had no clue how this could've happened. 

“how long had you been on birth control for when you first did it without protection?” was the first thing camila asked after you explained the situation.

“uhh, I think a day or two?” you said unsure of the exact day.

“are you dumb or are you dumb?! did you even listen to what the doctor said when you were given birth control??? you're supposed to wait a week!” she said in disbelief at your lack of knowledge.

“I know I know but mina kept on insisting, she said that condoms were uncomfortable and she wanted to be closer to me. and she told me the other girls she had been with let her do it early into taking birth control.” 

“you idiot, you never listen when a guy says stuff like that”

“but mina's a girl so it’s different.” you responded meekly

“you and i both know that there is no difference, mina is a literal guy.'' camila said and you knew you couldn't argue with that. 

before you knew it 5 minutes had passed and when you picked up the pregnancy test and it read positive you almost cried. 

“I have to call mina, we have to figure out where, when, and how we’ll abort it.” you said as you picked up your phone to call mina.

you called her and told her it was something really important and that she needed to come right now. she came pretty quick, and really worried. she didn't think she had ever biked faster, your panicked voice sent a whirlwind of thoughts through her head, thoughts on what could have happened. after you ended the call with mina, camila left telling you that this was probably something you should tell her alone. 

when you heard the knocking at your front door you ran down and dragged mina up to your bedroom locking the door. 

“mina, I'm pregnant.” you said as soon as you turned to face her, the look on her face after those words left your mouth was unreadable. 

“we have to figure out how to get rid of it quickly, and we have to do it without my parents finding out.” you continued on what you were saying. 

“what? you wanna kill my baby??” mina said in disbelief, all you could think was ‘fuck’. 

If you knew she’d wanna keep the baby you never would've told her and just have gotten rid of it by yourself. judging by how she is, the thought that she’d wanna keep the baby never crossed your mind. this had to be a joke, a sick fucking joke. If mina wanted to keep the baby no matter what you said that meant you’d have to keep the baby. 

“mina, please, it's not even developed yet. we’re both still high schoolers, not even adults, we can't provide for a child. you don't have a job, where would we even stay, we can't keep a child at my house for sure. please just let me abort it, please.” you said practically begging her to let you abort it. 

“are you fucking serious?! you’re seriously trying to kill my baby. I don't give a fuck as to what you think either because that’s my kid too. you are not allowed to kill my baby, i can't even believe you would even think of it.'' mina said shouting at you, usually you would stay calm and diffuse the situation but you were upset too. who was she to say that you couldn't abort it. 

“yes, im ‘fucking serious’ i have things i want to do things in my life too. I cant reach my dreams if i have a fucking kid!” you said yelling back at mina, you werent gonna compromise on this.

“you were literally made to bear children, why can't you just keep the baby and then we can move on. your life isn't the only one that’ll be affected, it’s my child too! and why are you even questioning whether I'll take care of it or not? I can get us an apartment and we can raise the baby together like a family. you can stay at home and take care of the baby while I provide for the two of you. I've always wanted to be a father and now I'm finally getting the chance so why are you trying to take this away from me!” 

hearing mina’s response calmed you down a little and made you start thinking about it, maybe you two could raise a baby together. mina seemed so passionate about having a baby so maybe she’d change once it was born. 

“fine, I'll keep it.”

mina didn't think she’d ever been happier, she leaped to kiss your lips and pick you up. she was going to be a father! she spun you around as she kissed you then finally she put you down after she realized that it might affect the baby. 

the happy innocent moment ended pretty quick though, mina smashed her lips onto yours again and started walking you towards the wall of your room. you felt her tongue prodding at your lips demanding entry into your mouth which you willingly gave. as you continued making out you felt something poking at your leg, already knowing what it was you starting groping it. mina moaned into your mouth in response to you touching her cock through her sweatpants. 

you unzipped her pants and pulled her cock out through the hole in her boxers, starting to fully pump her length. almost as soon as you did this mina shoved you down to the ground and you moaned at the action. she held her dick in one hand and her other hand threaded through your hair. she guided your face to her cock and you opened your mouth, sticking your tongue out as you knew she liked it when you did that. 

to your surprise she slapped you with her cock, she had never cockslapped you before. but you knew you wouldn't mind it if she did it again. she slapped your cheek again before shoving her length down your throat. she pulled your face off of her cock almost as soon as you registered what had just happened. she did it again, and again, and again. you found this so incredibly hot, she was using you as if you were a fleshlight, not caring for your pleasure at all. 

with every thrust into your mouth, her balls slapped into your chin. as this went on your jaw and the back of your throat started to hurt from the abuse. tears were streaming down your face and you were gagging non stop, choking on her dick. 

mina thought you were prettiest like this, her prettiest little slut. your gags and chokes were stimulating mina more than you ever would've thought. she kept up her impossible pace and at one point she had wrapped her hand around your throat only to feel herself inside of your throat. the feeling of your throat bulging with her cock almost made her cum right then and there. she was too big for your tiny little self, the thought boosted her ego up to the clouds. she reached down to your hand that was on her hip and guided it to your throat so you too could see how badly she was violating you. 

seeing your eyes widen when you felt the bulge in your throat was what did it for her. she held your head down against her pelvis that was still covered by her boxers until she fully finished down your throat. you almost didn't have to swallow with how far down she had shot her cum.

when she pulled out of your mouth, she was still rock hard, the thought of fucking you had kept her up. she pulled you up from the floor by your hair and picked you up to throw you on the bed. she pulled down both your panties and pants at once and then spread your legs apart as she stood between them. she lowered her hand down to touch your cunt and she let out a chuckle when she did.

“you’re already this wet and you haven't even been touched once?” she said in a condescending tone laughing at you. 

“shut up.”

“I'm gonna make sure you regret saying that.” mina said and as soon as the last word left her mouth, she bottomed out into you. You let out a gasp at the feeling of her entering you all at once so quickly. she immediately started a fast pace not letting you get used to the feeling of her, causing a mix of pain and pleasure.

your moans were uncontrollable as she pounded into you. she suddenly flipped you over so that your stomach was now on the bed and then she pulled your legs up, manhandling you onto all fours. after doing that she again started thrusting into you faster than ever, this position allowing her to go deeper inside you. she kept on thrusting into you, at one point she had found your g-spot, your eyes rolling to the back of your head as she repeatedly hit it. 

“yeah, you like that? you like it when i fuck you like the whore you are?” she said in between grunts as she slapped your ass. 

you let out a moan in response to this, who knew pain could feel so pleasurable?

“I asked you a question slut!” she said, spanking you harder.

“yes! yes, mina i love it when you fuck me w-with your big c-cock!” you said in a high pitched tone as mina continued to fuck you, grunting in satisfaction at your response.

soon enough you could feel yourself about to cum and mina along with you. 

“cumming! I-imgonnacum!”

“me too babe, I'm gonna cum inside, gonna fuck twins into you. said you don't want my baby 'm gonna give you twins, whore.'' mina moaned out as she went faster, her finger on your clit increasing along with her pace

she leaned down and latched her mouth onto one of your breasts, making sure to be careful with them as she knew they were sensitive due to the pregnancy. she swirled her tongue around the bud as she lightly sucked. the stimulation was too much for you and before you knew it you came along with her. as you came down from your high you felt mina fingering you, and when you looked down you saw her scraping all the cum that had come out and pushing it back into you. 

“you know, i'm honestly really happy you decided to keep the baby, i can't wait to have mini mes running around our house.'' mina said as she laid down next to you, a smile tugged at your lips as you imagined that, maybe keeping the baby was for the best.

taglist- @moon-ellie @lisas-earlobe @cocojy @second-daughter-of-clexa @runassimp

[glasspyramid2211]

Annabelle is currently sitting on a couch in front of a fireplace, with Remi napping on her lap.

She took a sip of tea

It's very quiet here, as it should be. Nothing to disturb my little Remi while he rests. Can't wait for dinner! Hopefully some guest start showing up.

someone stumbled in

Heya Anna. Thanks for letting me crash at your place.

No problem Andreus. You are welcome to stay as much as you want.

I'mma move into my own place soon! Like the others! I just need to save up and make it big!!

I'm sure your little film is gonna be a success, just don't overwork yourself.

Nonsense! Overworking is what makes a legend a legend.

Why don't you take a breather outside? Some fresh air could help clear your mind.

I guess...

Plus, we've got company coming, It's best you join us refreshed and actually present, you know? You tend to be zombie-like after animating for long periods of time.

okay. I understand!!

[paraliveimaginesblog]

Hello!! For the parenting special prompt can i request Iori Suiseki with 10 and a daughter? Thank you so much 🥹🫶

Iori Suiseki:

A lot had changed when he had his own kid to look after.

Iori had taken care of a handful of children, rowdy types (at least one was well-behaved) so he wouldn’t say he was entirely unprepared for having to switch it up. But babies were a whole different world to deal with which certainly required a helping hand from everyone involved. Luckily, it wasn’t something he had to request from his family as it came naturally to them to help where they were needed; Zen knew how to make the bottles, Satsuki was on cleaning duty, Reo was able to keep your daughters attention with total ease when the two of you needed a moment to yourselves, and Hokusai was more than happy to lull them to sleep when they were fussing in the middle of a nap.

Iori didn’t allow them to take on anything that would interfere with them living their own lives, but he was eternally grateful for their help. He knew the way they saw your daughter, as one of their own, and she would certainly grow up surrounded by many protective uncles who would do anything to protect her.

He still ran club CANDY but it was difficult, considering the schedule he had, to be around as much as you needed him to be. Night time was the worst part as especially during teething time you had been on such a lack of sleep Iori took a minor break, trusting in Zen to keep things running until he could make a return. As your daughter grew older he began to get back into old habits, staying out late since your daughter now slept through the night, though when she started going to school he always made sure to see her off before heading to bed.

“You think you could come home for a bit?”

Iori had been busier with the club than normal, losing a few girls moving on to bigger and better things, and then a few pipes bursting that caused the interiors to be screwed up, disaster after disaster seemed to strike. With his time taken up he never made it home on time to even see your daughter off to school, having to resort to hopefully seeing her at dinner before he went off to work again for another night. There were times where he got a break and he managed to get home early enough to sneak into her room while she was sleeping and press a kiss to her head, but it wasn’t the same as talking to her and getting to see how she was doing.

Receiving this call from you was like a punch in the gut, it could’ve made Iori cry if he was made of weaker stuff. But he swallowed his own grief at missing out on this part of his daughters life and agreed that he would leave extra early that night; he had to go in briefly to see through some paperwork but otherwise, he could sneak away without the whole placing falling to pieces. He hoped.

“Welcome home, we missed you so much~!” 

Iori is surprised as confetti is tossed in the air as he walked through the door, watching the colorfully torn pieces of paper tumble to the ground and make a mess no one was gonna wanna clean up later. He grinned despite that, not worrying about the future when he should be enjoying the moment. He wrapped his arms around her so quickly she had no time to react, giving a high pitched giggle as her dad squeezed her tight and nearly turned her upside down as he started walking further into your home where you were awaiting.

“Welcome home!” You offered up your own greetings, “We did miss you. Zen told me tonight would be a good night to steal you away, sooo here we are!”

“You’ll read to me, right? Right? Story!”

“Yeah, yeah, I’d be happy to read to ya. Why don’t you get a book from your room? Maybe we’ll even get two in before ya fall asleep.”

“I won’t fall asleep! I can stay up super late now, just like you!” He doubted that but he nodded with a grin, watching as she bolted toward her room. He sat himself beside you, offering a kiss to the temple and then your lips; taking a quick glance to see if your daughter was coming back first, you grabbed the front of his shirt and crushed your lips harder against his. You had missed your husband just as much as your daughter missed her father.

“Sorry… Been a long time since we’ve had a chance to do that, huh?”

“Mmm, you don’t have to be sorry. Life gets busy… But make sure to take off every once in awhile and come hangout with us, ‘kay? I’m so sick of reading that book about that rabbit over and over—”

“I got it!” You both looked as your daughter hopped back into the room, the big book with a silvery rabbit on the front of it presented to Iori. “Read it, please!”

“Ah, your favorite book, I’m guessing?” Your daughter plopped herself on his lap, opening the book and putting his hands on each side of it impatiently.

“I’ll turn the pages.”

“Teamwork, got it.”

And then family night began.

Iori hadn’t felt this happy in a long time; maybe he would have to play hooky more often.

[captainnameless]

Is Little!Seb and Michael the same verse as Seb and Little!Mick? Maybe it just me but I love seeing little parallels between the two (Seb and Mick calling their caregiver mean and the caregiver agreeing)- it’s adorable!

Can I request some Mick getting overwhelmed and over tired at testing and Lewis calling Seb and Seb telling Mick stories when he was first on the grid (and Charles sneaking in for extra Mick comfort too??) please 🥺

OMG YES FINALLY SOMEONE HAS NOTICED.

lmao when i first uploaded that latest installment of Little Seb i think i put in the tags “theres an easter egg in this” and no one caught it until now! yay!

some Mick thoughts:

It’s a long boring day to be fair, there’s so much data, and so much change. The engineers and analysts are working their asses off and Mick tries his best to be helpful to think along, but there’s only so much data he can look at, so much graphs before he starts getting a headache, possibly amplified by the jetlag and Bahrein heat.

It’s George’s turn in the car so Lewis has time to notice, excuses himself and gently puts a hand on Mick’s shoulder, guiding him away from the computer screens and noise.

“What?” Mick sounds whinier than he probably means to as he allows himself to be led away.

“Thought you could use some quiet time.” Lewis says, both of his hands on Mick’s shoulders now, squeezing gently.

“I’m not dropping.” Mick says, blinking against the bright overhead lights.

“Hmm.” Lewis nods, not convinced. “Do you wanna go to my drivers room for a bit?”

Mick nods, almost immediately but makes no effort to start moving when Lewis starts to turn.

“You coming?” Lewis asks, trying to bite back his smile when Mick looks at him expectantly, and then holds out his hand.

Mick takes it and then they start moving.

Not dropping, my ass.

Lewis drops Mick’s hand when he’s sat him down on the couch, locking the door behind him. Mick’s hands come up to rub at his eyes, suddenly a bit shiny.

“Do they not need you out there?”

“They’ll be fine without us for a bit, darling.” Lewis soothes, crouching down in front of Mick.

“But will you get in trouble?” Mick asks, concerned.

Lewis chuckles lightly. “I won’t buddy.”

“What if you will?” Mick asks, voice trembling just a little. Blinking at Lewis with sad eyes.

Definitely time for a nap.

“I won’t, darling. I promise.” Lewis soothes, squeezing Mick’s knee. “Do I break my promises?”

“No,” Mick pouts. “But-”

“No buts.” Lewis says gently, before getting up. “Where’s your bag, poppet?”

Mick chews his bottom lip before pointing at the closed door.

“Alright,” Lewis says gently. “I think we might need Mini-Angie huh? We could both use a nap.”

Mick shakes his head, eyes wet again. “There’s no time!”

Lewis sighs just a little. “Sweetheart, there’s all the time. Uncle Lew says so, okay? Do you want me to go get her?”

“But Lew-”

“Do you wanna call Daddy?” Lewis asks, changing the subject and hopefully preventing a tantrum.

It shuts Mick up, not one to deny a conversation with Sebastian. “Okay.”

“Okay,” Lewis says quickly pressing Sebastian’s contact in his FaceTime recents and handing Mick the phone. “I’ll be right back,” he says as soon as he sees Sebastian’s answered, pressing a kiss to Mick’s head.

Locating Mick’s belongings is easy, the boy is usually neat and tidy and Lewis decides to quickly grab them a cold drink too, bumping into Charles when he’s jogging past the garage.

“Done for the day?” Lewis asks, slowing his pace.

“Somewhat,” Charles answers, easy smile on his face. It doesn’t hide the tiredness. “Might lay down for a bit.”

Lewis returns the smile. “I’ve got Mick over and about to go down for a sleep, if you want to join?”

There’s a soft flush that spreads over Charles’ cheeks, still. “Um,” he starts. “I guess? I’m gonna change real quick though if you don’t mind.”

“Join whenever.” Lewis says, starting to walk again. “You know the way.”

Slipping back into his room, Lewis doesn’t lock the door this time, pleased to see Mick curled up on the couch, shoes discarded, Sebastian’s voice coming through the speakers.

Lewis joins Mick on the couch, rummaging through his back before locating the plush he was looking for, handing it to Mick who takes it immediately, leaning into Lewis’ side.

“He’s taking good care of you, isn’t he buddy?” Sebastian sounds amused through the phone when Lewis feeds the straw of the drink into Mick’s mouth.

Mick nods, taking a good few sips before turning his face away dropping the straw.

“Well, he’s a good boy. Huh?” Lewis says, brushing Mick’s hair out of his face, settling more comfortably into the couch.

“Better boy than I ever was.” Sebastian agrees and Mick makes a noise of disapproval.

“Nuh uh!”

“Yuh uh!” Sebastian chuckles. “I was a pain in his arse, and he returned the favor when I misbehaved.”

Lewis laughs, looking up when there’s a quick knock. “Come in!”

Charles shuffles through the door, sheepish look on bis face. “Hi.”

“Look!” Mick says, turning the phone so Charles can see Sebastian too. “Look who’s here!”

“Oh I’m jealous!” Sebastian says when both boys tuck in to either side of Lewis. “Save some cuddles for me.”

“Shouldn’t have retired.” Lewis responds. “I’m taking all these cuddles for myself.”

“Or!” Charles says, “You should come to see the race.”

There’s a soft smile that appears on Sebastian’s face. “Maybe I will.”

[strawbrryrush]

HEAR YE !! HEAR YE !! here is strawbrryrush's starter/plotting call for hidden's 18th event ! underneath the cut I will try to tell ye what the muses are up to- i am going to limit it to 3 starters per MUSE.. so I don't get too overwhelmed!! - as for per mun- mayhaps let's keep it at 4 ! c: anyways hopefully this isn't too bad- I made half these edits while sleepy- and writing this while just waking up from a nap. c: also i am too lazy to always type this- so unaware= they didn't know washington wasn't always set in medieval times- aware= they noticed a change.

elena will be selling medicines/ and won't be aware washington wasn't always set in a medieval setting. starter call 0/3 wanted plots: maybe fellow apothecary workers-, maybe she can work with some witches?? -that'd be fun- maybe she can help in making potions idk.

🫵witch! - homura is very much a witch/magical girl- and will be aware something changed in washington.. aka knowing to keep her witchy/magical girl identity secret. starter call 0/3 wanted plots: witches she can help out/work with, anything else u can think of.

jinx will be a blacksmith.. i mean- she's skilled in the craft why not good way to make money.. and to work with dangerous items LOL starter call 2/3 silco, mittens wanted plots- people she can fix items for- or make items for ! ur local blacksmith- what do u need?

cat bulgular is her title- of course she'd be a thief- and a skilled one at that. she's a wonderful pickpocketer- i can already feel mu qing judging the shit out of her but - aNYWAYS starter call 1/3 nami wanted plots- fellow thieves- maybe someone who catches her in the act- but keeps it a secret.. royalty she could try to steal from- but maybe ends up bonding with- like how she bonded with kaya.

listen, I wasn't sure what to make her?? so waitress with slight homicidal thoughts- sounded fun. starter call 0/3, wanted plots: a spot she can waitress for, coworkers, not gonna lie- if you want ur muses memory status to change.. amber could help with that ( in a violent way ) because she can't stay not stabbing people forever.

m'lady, was this man bothering you?? vaggie is a knight- protecting her loved ones. ( charlie lbr ), starter call 1/3 cullen, wanted plots: maybe she can take someone under her wing- vaggie needs more friends, given she's a little hard to get along with.

draculaura loves to write- and is an aspiring writer- so why not be one for hire !! starter call 1/3, louise wanted plots: people who hire her to write scriptures/whatever u need written. plus she's a vampire- so maybe a muse can be like O: WITCH!!

are we shocked.. it's moxxie- starter call 1/3 iorveth wanted plots- maybe someone who works for the law- who he can butt heads with.

nothing changed- she's still a baker! starter call 0/3, wanted plots: HEAR ME OUT- romance in ye medieval times?? she's gorgeous- sweet, and can make a mean.. bread.. who wouldn't want bread? come on. aka opened to arranged marriage as well

if you got an important message to send, lucy is your girl. starter call 2/3 kaz, lucy wanted plots: people she can run messages for- maybe a muse can get her involved in some trouble- it's lucy she can't not be involved in trouble.

if you got some clothes that need made- or tailored- sanna is ur girl! starter call 1/3 dongfang qingcang, wanted plots; people she can design clothes for- tailor for, maybe royalty she can work for and help design for them??

she owns a bar- why would that change in ye medieval times? starter call 1/3 syala, wanted plots: workers, regulars.

dipper is full of wisdom- why not let him be an astrologer.. starter call 0/3 wanted plots: if you need someone to tell you what the stars are saying- what your astrology means- he's your guy.. though they are most likely winging it alsl ALSO PEOPLE LET HIM BEFRIEND A WITCH/VAMPIRE A MUSE WHOS SUPERNATURAL THAT SOUNDS SO FUN- HE'D BE GEEKED.

mai's aware things have changed- but her love of knives and sharp weapons hasn't changed. she's your stop for if you need your knife sharpened. starter call 0/3 wanted plots: customers, people who make the job entertaining she gets bored fast.

i did this just to be purely funny- fire demon- turned candlemaker, starter call 0/3 wanted plots: someone to get into mischief with- customers.

he's a clown, let him entertain your royalty alls. starter call 1/3, fizzarolli cheshire cat wanted plots: royalty he can work for- and entertain, mischief- he thrives on mischief let him get involved in some nonsense.

i forgot dani bishop.. I made an edit- but uh forgot anyways she's a witch.. starter call 0/3, wanted plots: fellow witches, -anything u wanna do!

[vorrentis]

Male Reader x Mina - Blind Love (Part 2)

IT'S ABOUT TIME FOR THE NEXT CHAPTER FOR THIS!

Anyway! I hope you all enjoyed this chapter, SORRY it took a while to get a sequel and hopefully I did the moments here justice.

Especially the details of Mina being our eyes.

Tried my best to go into it.

AND this chapter isn't what most of you would have wanted as this is more of a bonding experience with Mina. 

Gotta build up that chemistry before we make history.

If it's not your liking well, I 'm sorry and hopefully the next chapter will be, but if it is then great!

SO! ENJOY!

WORDS: 22498

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DING...DING...DING

"Alright class, pages 12 and 13 okay." The teacher called out as the kids ignored the teacher and started to rise from their seats to head to lunch.

You, not having much, placed your slate into your bag and waited, staring down while hearing the conversations going on.

"I wonder what's for lunch?"

"Thank god it's Friday..."

"I want to take a nap."

"I'm gonna need help with homework..."

You heard each want or complaint till the one you were waiting to hear from behind.

"Ready (YN)~"

Sana's voice was heard as you turned to your right.

She got up from the seat behind you with her items and smiled down as you picked your bag up and stood up with Sana.

"Yeah,"

"Hand,"

You held your hand up and Sana grabbed it and started to guide you along as you followed behind, "also we need to go to my locker, that okay?"

"Course," you answered as Sana nodded, and away the two were.

Now you weren't able to, but multiple sets of eyes were on you both walking out of the room, and upon hearing the many conversations and openings, and closing of lockers, you knew you were in the hall.

"You good?" Sana asked.

"Yeah, you would think it would get easier to roam around." You said as Sana, maneuvering the students, held onto your hand tight.

"It gets busy as busy can get, especially with lunch. But we are not going to let you go alone with the stairs." She turned her head to you looking forward.

"I wouldn't either." You agreed as Sana hummed, turned back forward, and headed toward her locker.

This was the norm since Monday and it was doing well as the days went by for the transitions between each of the three girls; meeting after classes to guide you and to sit by you.

Course, being high school, other students were curious about you and being with the three girls.

Some felt as though you were faking and even asked you if they expected a cane or even a dog...yeah, a dog.

You merely chuckled and explained it was no need and the girls, whoever was with you, stated they were your guide...much to the dismay of most of being with three very attractive girls.

Regardless, everything seemed to be going smoothly till this morning with Mina and Reo.

Afterward, Mina informed Sana when she came into class and Momo via text.

Sana loathed bullies and to know that one was picking on you was way too much for her to handle. She was fumid and constantly asked at that class, after, and this past class, and...

"And here we are, just give me a minute, stand right here," you heard her and she upheld your hand after having you move a step to the right and figured she was opening her locker.

You remained still as Sana spun the lock to her combo and opened the rectangular slab of metal, but before she did anything else, she turned to you looking a bit to her left, straight at the lockers.

"So are you really okay (YN)?" She asked as you smiled at her question.

"For the past five times, I'm fine Sana, the two think they're funny. What worries me is Mina." Sana nodded, "I just want to know if she's okay. I wanted to tell the teacher about what he said to her."

"Well, Mina doesn't let it get to her. But with what he was doing to you, I don't blame her for this morning," Sana reached to get her box lunch from the top section, "I still can't believe Reo is like that."

"Yeah. Mina told me he was like that since last year."

"It has. It hasn't been so bad I guess. But he did get more talkative with her when the school year was ending. Momo and I told on him, but other than a conversation, it didn't help since he wasn't really doing anything but chatting. Mina thanked us but said it was nothing to be fed up about. Thankfully he toned it down after that and we hoped he wouldn't after school resumed. Guess not."

SHUT

Sana closed her locker and turned her body to you.

"Why her specifically?" you asked.

"Cause he thinks Mina's attractive," Sana answered, "but he's too dumb to realize that Mina doesn't want anything to do with him."

"Wow, well if he's been trying since then, she must very attractive." You stated as Sana rose a brow as your realized what you said out loud, "uh sorry, that sounded a bit weird."

Sana held in a giggle and smiled at your thought...then figured that you couldn't even know what Mina looked like, neither of the three.

She wondered if you'd been imagining what they looked like in your head at the moment, but not the time to think as she didn't want you to feel apologetic.

"Hehe, it's okay (YN), Mina is very pretty,"

You nodded...and then a thought came up...

"Do you and Momo have issues with him or anyone else too?"

"Not us, Reo seems to only go with Mina. Although his friend tries to hit on us before, he was actually smart and backed off." She trailed as you nodded.

"Yeah? Well then you and Momo must be very pretty as well," you stated, not wanting to make Mina the only one feeling like that as Sana smiled in a cute manner.

"Hehe~ ah (YN)~ you're making me blush~"

You shrugged in response as Sana felt happy that you called her that...but that smile faded as she kept looking at you.

"...But now it scares me that Reo's gonna be messing with you now. Since you're with us three." Sana looked at you as your expression remained the same.

"Well there are people that are going to be like that Sana, I know it's not gonna be all perfect or nice." You shrugged, "don't worry. Reo sounds like a handful, but if anything does happen, I'll let you three know."

"Oh we'll know if he picks on you again, after all, you're stuck with us," and like that, Sana's had a shift in her tone as you smiled at her, "still (YN), I'm sorry that had to happen to you. Especially on your first experience of school."

"It's fine Sana, I appreciate your concern for Mina and me, but hey, at least I have you three to counter him. He's bad and you three are great."

Sana let out a gentle sigh and gingerly smiled at yet another compliment, Mina was right when you saw the bright side in most things.

"Alright," you nodded, "well if he does anything, we're not going to let that slide okay?" you repeated your notion, "good, I got my lunch so hand please~"

She asked and you held your hand out once more as Sana took it into hers and the two were off to meet the other two.

Sana, while slowly weaving her way past the less crowded students as most were already in lunch, smiled at the compliments you gave her.

'Even if he wasn't blind, he doesn't deserve to get picked on. We'll make sure it won't happen again. Still...' Sana stopped for a moment as you did as well, feeling her slowing down, thinking there may have been some obstructions in front, but Sana took a few seconds to look at you, 'he's brave for standing up for Mina.'

And Sana picked up the pace once more.

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After a slow and careful walk, you heard the usual talk and laughter in the halls but now added with clashing of plastic and metals, assuming utensils as Sana kept on pulling you.

"We're almost there." Sana notified as you nodded and then...the talks seemed to be lowered and behind you.

"Mina~ Momo~" Sana waved her free hand, carrying her lunch as the two turned to Sana with you behind her.

Both Mina gave a faint smile and Momo frowned while glancing at you.

"And you're here with Momo," Sana guided you to your seat as you patted and felt the table and sat down with your legs going down into the slot and you felt the bench under you.

"Thanks Sana."

"No problem~" She said now joining Momo once you got settled.

"Hey Mina, Momo." You said looking down while gathering your items.

"Hi," Momo spoke up, but...

"..."

Both Sana and Momo noticed Mina simply observing you, almost studying you as Sana waved a hand in front, getting Mina's attention quickly.

"Mina?" Sana called out to her as you heard and slowed your motions.

Mina merely turned to Sana.

"O-oh, sorry, I was thinking of something..." Mina excused herself while picking up her fork and poking at her noodles.

You weren't a hundred percent sure, but your best guess was her thinking about Reo's incident, but you didn't want to budge into her thoughts and continued to lay out your meal.

"That's okay." Sana said bringing her lunch up on the table as Momo took a spoonful of kimchi, "so glad it's Friday. I'm excited for our going out today too," Sana furthered, opening her Tupperware, as Momo nodded.

"...we should do something else on the weekend," Mina suddenly spoke as the three's attention was now on her idea as you opened your Tupperware, "I would like to do more than just shopping you know," she explained and you three nodded.

"I do have an empty weekend to fill up." Sana nodded.

"Let's do it," was all Momo needed to say to be in.

"(YN)?" Mina asked.

"You serious?"

"Course," Mina affirmed, remembering what you said to her as you nodded.

"Okay, though I would have to convince my parents, aka dad," you answered right away, now more excited that it wasn't just today to be hanging out if you were to be able to go.

"Well, he should be okay since the four of us will be together. It's set then~" Sana smiled as the other two nodded, "let's talk about it at the mall, right now, I'm hungry...itadakimasu!"

And so the four started to eat...scratch that, three of you were.

Momo, being next to you, was overlooking you and your spoonful of rice going right to your mouth as you were facing downward.

Momo had a lot of questions for you when they first met, some she didn't think to ask as she figured it may have come out wrong, but you didn't seem to mind answering any and all that she had as days went on and were delighted to be buddies with you as you brought a new addition of humor and interest to the group.

Upon hearing what Reo did, Momo didn't know how anyone would want to pick on you and it hurt her more than Reo went to a new low level to you, a blind person.

She thought people can be despicable.

She never liked Reo or Satoshi and now, she despised him.

She wanted nothing more than to have him be in trouble, but Mina told her what you said and that to let it be for now.

Still...

"(YN)?" She asked as you turned in her direction, not on her but to the left of her, "I'm happy you're with us."

That caused the other two to raise their eyes at you as you smiled.

From what Mina told you, Momo was the most sensitive of the three.

"I'm happy I'm with you as well Momo."

Momo was at ease at the response and nodded as Sana and Mina smiled as well.

"Want some Kimchi for your rice?" She shook her container.

"Thank you, but I'm okay. Arigato Momo."

"Alright," Momo nodded and soon the four resumed eating and started to-

"Hold on," that got the attention of the table to you, "sorry you three, but can I ask you three something before we start?"

"Sure," "what is it?" Two of them asked as you inhaled slowly.

"It's early of me to ask considering I haven't asked my parents yet, but how long would we be out for?" You questioned as the three shrugged at one another.

"I don't know, usually like eight or something, you got something to do tonight?" Sana asked as you smiled and shook your head.

"It's embarrassing, I just wanted to spend a lot of time out."

They smiled upon hearing your statement and even Momo went...

"Aww~ that's cute (YN)~" and for once in your life, you were glad to be rid of sight to avoid the embarrassment of looking at the three.

"Well, then be prepared (YN), 'cause we three can shop like no other~" Sana's tone was up a notch as you nodded.

"Great," you said as Mina turned left.

"And since tomorrow is Saturday, we'll be spending as much time as we can, walking around, the food court, visiting each store seeing what's go-...may I ask about your shopping experience?" Sana questioned as Momo watched and Mina would listen.

"It's in and out. Dad's not really a mall person and mom isn't a clothes person so she would ask a store worker to pick the outfits for me. She describes it and if it sounds nice, it's good for me. Though I'm probably basic looking when not in uniform," you shrugged as the girls figured and no offense to your mom, knew the worker probably threw whatever and called it a sale.

"Well, I'm sure your mom has taste but we'll help you get some new outfits," Sana grinned, "you can trust us (YN)."

"Us three know fashion (YN), we'll make you look great." Momo joined as Mina kept her eyes on you and your smile.

Again, she felt ecstatic to see your emotion like that.

"I do trust you three. Very much."

The three smiled and nodded.

"Then looks like we got work to do ladies~" Momo grinned as the other two laughed with you feeling high-spirited.

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TIMESKIP

"Hey sweetie," Your mom's voice was heard as Mina guided you to them in front of the school's parking lot.

Rather than waiting inside their vehicle, they stood close to the entrance of the school since Mina would lead you to them.

"Hey mom, dad here?"

"Yeah I'm here, how was it?" He brought up as you nodded.

"Pretty great, I might need some help with homework this weekend."

"You have homework already?" Your dad questioned as you nodded.

"Math and History," you returned as your dad looked concerned.

"Is it possible for you to do it?" He asked as you nodded.

"With Mina's help yeah, but Ms. Vale did say that the school might have something for me to use for homework and even exams. Though because I just got admitted, they couldn't quite get it in time. But Monday or Tuesday for sure." You explained as your mother smiled.

"I'm glad they're doing their best." She stated as your dad nodded slowly, "well then, let's go?" she asked as you turned into Mina's area.

"Mina?" 

"Right." Mina turned to your parents, "Ms. (LN)?"

"(Mother's Name), Mina. I don't mind," Mina nodded, "I'm guessing something's up?"

"Yes, it's sudden, but would you and Mr. (LN) be okay if (YN) joined my friends and I at the mall today?" She asked as your mom smiled while dad...

"Mall?" "That's wonderful,"

"Wonderful?" Your dad questioned her, "honey I don't think it's a good-"

"(Father's Name), he'll be fine." She excused herself as he rose a brow.

"Shouldn't we talk about this first?"

You figured as much.

"We'll take care of him," Mina spoke up to counter, "you don't have to worry," your dad turned to her and then you as you remained looking down.

"When?" Your mom requested as your dad shook his head as well.

"In an hour or less, I'll be coming by to pick him up if he can."

"You got our address?" Mina shook her head, "when you're ready I'll tell you," Mina pulled her phone out to put into text.

"(Mother's Name)-"

"We'll talk about this in the car." She cut your father off while raising a hand as his shoulders fell, and soon as she saw Mina ready, "it's (address)," Mina typed and nodded while putting her phone away, "arigato Mina," you instantly smiled as your dad sighed.

"Thanks, Ms. (LN)." Mina bowed to her and then to your dad and then looked at you and your smile, "guess I'll see you later (YN)."

"I guess so, thanks," you whispered the last part as Mina nodded and unheld your hand after as you walked forward to your folks and your mom patted your shoulder and signaled to have your hand out as she took it.

"Thank you, Mina," she said while giving a slight head bow to her as Mina did the same.

"Thank you for letting him come with us, drive safe," she waved and started to walk away as you and your mom did the same.

"You too Mina." You said back as Mina smiled and then she was off to her vehicle, "thank you for allowing me to go." You said to your parents after.

"Of course (YN),"

"..." your dad was silent as your mom gave a look at him.

"Honey..."

"You didn't think we should discuss this?" Your dad sounded stern.

"What's to discuss? It's not different than him attending here." She replied earnestly, pointing at the building.

"At least the school has safety and protection with staff, the malls a large place with many random people and-"

"Honey relax, that sounds like here as well," your mom countered as your dad licked his lips in tension, "and he's not going alone, Mina with Momo and Sana as well." She listed while remembering what you told them.

"Yeah...okay, but what if something bad happens? They wouldn't know how to handle it?" He looked at your mother, shaking her head in response.

"I'm sure Mina is capable of helping him just as much as any other person." She reasoned to him as he let out some tensed breath, "she's been guiding him around the school (Father's FN), she can certainly do the same at the mall."

"Yeah dad, you can trust her. She's been amazing this past week." You added with your head forward at nothing, encouraging Mina's support.

"..."

"..."

"...is she a good driver?"

Both you and mom weren't surprised by the question.

"I'm sure she's careful." You answered truthfully, obviously not knowing the answer, but knowing Mina, she was.

"'Sure' isn't very positive." He countered as you frowned.

"(FFN)..." He looked to his wife giving off a flat look.

Though it was understandable.

You attending school wasn't easy for him, even with Mina at your side, and now onto another location away from the protective school wasn't making him comfortable.

Your mom alleviated him, but it wasn't as working as she would hope.

"...just...please call us if anything happens alright?" Your dad topped off as you offered a large smile.

"You know I will dad." You confirmed, tilting your head in his direction as your dad gave a few seconds before turning his head and heading towards the car without another word as you both followed.

Silent minutes passed with no conversation happening as the drive happened, but you were excited to be with your friends out and about.

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TIMESKIP

"Okay, you have our card?"

"Yes again," you patted your pocket, 

"Phone charged?"

"And again 100%, Siri is very useful."

"Okay...are you warm-"

"(FFN) he's going to the mall, not out of state," your mom was clearly doing her best to calm her husband down.

"I'm just making sure," your father tapped his knees.

After arriving home, you changed, with the help of mom, and waited in the living room for Mina.

She told you that it would be an hour before she was to be here, but you got ahead in changing so quickly that it was half an hour before the time.

Maybe you were too desperate to-

KNOCK KNOCK KNOCK

"And there she is." You stood up from your couch as did your parents with your mom heading towards the door as your dad went to your side while you walked to the door.

"Remember to call every hour." He mentioned as you waved a hand.

"I will, don't worry dad,"

"And if there's trouble-"

"Honey, he gets it." Your mom interrupted as your dad remained still while you held out your right hand to feel the corner of the couch.

You counted your steps to the door as your mom opened the wooden panel to reveal...

"Hello Ms. (LN)."

"(Mom's Name) Mina."

"Formalities." Mina held her hands together and then spotted you approaching your mom's side, resulting in Mina's smile largened.

"Hey Mina."

"Hey (YN), you ready?" You nodded, stepping forward while holding your hand out with Mina taking it in hers.

Your parents watched as you turned your head in their direction.

"I promise I'll text you every hour dad okay. Bye mom, dad."

"Bye sweetie," "Be safe," they both spoke as you felt Mina's hand pull yours and you followed her down the pathway with closeness till they boarded into their car with two others that they met briefly and watched as they rolled down the street.

"I'm happy he's enjoying himself," your mom said as he nodded slowly, "I guess having him go to school wasn't such a bad idea huh?" She said while patting his chest.

"..."

"Honey, he's going to be okay," He took a moment to view his wife before gazing back at the street's end where you were long gone, "it's not like he's alone."

"School is one thing (Mom's Name), but a mall. Whose to know what will-"

"I know what will happen," she rose her voice and turned to him, "he'll have a wonderful time with his new friends, just like he's been having at school. (Dad's Name)," he swayed to her, "I know you want to keep him safe. But he can't be cooped up here forever. I want him to be safe as well, but he's going to have to grow up and experience the world out there and he wanted to have that experience. One week and he has not one, but three sweet and nice-looking friends. And the way he talked about going to the mall with them; he was just as happy when we said yes to letting him go to school. He hasn't been this talkative or excited since..." she shook her head, "I care for his safety, but I also care for his happiness (Dad's Name). Don't you want him to be happy?"

She capped and saw your father's sight lower to the side.

He offered a hesitant look at her and nodded.

"I do want him to be happy as well." He admitted, "as much as I wanted to say no to him, I couldn't tear that smile he had." He licked his lips and took a deep breath, "you're right about everything, I knew (YN) would want to go out eventually, but I didn't know it'd be this quick."

His wife, again, patted his chest in reassurance."

"It's been thirteen years (Dad's Name). He's growing up," he nodded, "everything will be okay, trust me." He nodded again, "good, let's head inside; I'll put a movie on and you can put popcorn."

She grabbed his forearm and pulled him till enough to close the door behind him.

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TIMESKIP

SHUT- SHUT

"Here (YN) I got you," Mina reached out and grabbed your shoulder as you unbuckled your seat on your own after feeling the belt strap down and pushing the button.

"Thanks," you returned as you felt and grabbed Mina's hand and stepped out carefully from the car.

"Just a few steps this way," Mina asked of you as she gently escorted you a few steps and...

SHUT

Mina shut the door behind you and continued to hold your hand and escort you to the back of the car.

"Well, not packed, but not empty either," Sana looked around the cars in the parking lot as they were parked a moderate space away from the entrance.

DING

Mina locked her car as the four huddled while you held Mina's hand tightly in yours, not wanting to let go.

While incredibly excited, there was a part of you that was scared you would get lost amidst a crowd, since you weren't familiar with the concepts of the mall and crowd.

"Let's do this," Momo said as you three nodded and started to walk to the entrance. 

"Excited (YN)?" Sana asked.

"Course," you admitted, aiming your head in the direction of Sana on your right as Momo was on your right, "hehe maybe a bit too excited,"

You explained as the three gave a soft look at one another before smiling at you, feeling content that they were going to make this a happy occasion.

And Mina, after dispersing from you, informed Momo and Sana of what you said after Reo's incident.

To say they were heartfelt was an understatement.

They too were happy that you were experiencing that and strive to make it remain for the rest of the school year.

"Well we feel the same way whenever sales happen here," Momo added, "not a lot of things actually happen here, but sales are pretty good."

"Yes they are." You agreed as your group walked forward.

STEP STEP STEP

STEP STEP STEP

"And here we are." Mina stated as Sana pressed open the automatic doors, you sighed deeply as the mall was an overload to your hearing as you walked inside the establishment.

The chatter of the mall was bright and refreshing, voices ringing around with many conversations going on at once.

The atmosphere was buzzing with tinges of mystery and excitement.

"Sounds busy." You noted.

You spoke up jolting Mina from surveying her surroundings to take a glimpse of you, and sure enough, your head darting around, with a sparkle of wariness and curiosity.

Mina smiled cheerily at your eagerness. 

It was brilliant for you to be so accepting since she wanted to teach you more about the surrounding world, to let you see the world for yourself after you hadn't in so long.

"Somewhat, there are lots of teens which is understandable since everyone is leaving school." Mina explained while observing the various groups of shoppers, "so I hope you don't mind," she asked as Sana's eyes lit up as she eagerly began to bounce in place, clapping her hands out of excitement.

"but we need to start at the k-pop store, I need to see if the albums of Nayeon and Somi are there," Sana suggested as the others nodded.

"There's a k-pop store here?" You questioned.

"Yes, there's one-wait, you into k-pop (YN)?" Sana pointed at you.

"Of course, I don't have a favorite so I listen to whatever. Some I'm eh on, but most are good, I don't know whose Nayeon though, she new?" You asked Sana back as the four started to move ahead.

"I didn't know that (YN)?" Sana said as you shook your head.

"I don't think we talked about our types of music before, but I'm into K-pop for sure," you answered as the three heard.

True, besides lunch, they didn't really talk out of it and they were focusing on helping you adjust.

But as you were blending in so well, they were getting natural, well some things can be better.

"Great! Then we'll check the k-pop store first, then the latest clothing line, maybe a visit to the arcade, a fragrance for myself, oh so many choices~" Sana chimed as the two girls shook their heads at her eagerness.

"Uhm exactly how many departments are here?" You questioned.

"I think the better question is what isn't here," Sana corrected, "there's a department just about for anything," Sana explained as you shook your head.

"Man, mom and I only go to like two stores..." your tone dropped after hearing as the girls mellowed down at how much you truly are missing.

"Well, we're gonna change that," Mina spoke up, disrupting the flow as the other two nodded after seeing Mina turn to them.

"We sure will!" Sana sure was happy, "so what other music are you into (YN)?" Sana turned to you.

"Well both Pop and K-pop, fast, great beat, and fun to listen to, but ironically, I also love to listen to both Classical and Ballets as well," You listed as Mina was...

"Wait? (YN) you're into Ballet?" Mina asked suddenly.

"Yeah, it's heavily enjoyable to listen to for me," You furthered as Momo and Sana turned to Mina, "sure, pop and k-pop are catchy and upbeat, but both ballet and classical are soft, full of heart and soothing to the mind and it relaxes me in a snap. I listen to it quite a lot."

"What composers?" Mina quickly shifted and asked with curiosity, evident in her voice.

"Tchaikovsky, Ludwig, Prokofiev, Adam, Stravinsky," You rose your fingers, "the list goes on, but those are my top five."

Obviously, you couldn't see, but Mina had a smile on her.

"Well guess you and Mina have a lot more to talk about then," Sana grinned as you heard her comment.

"You into ballet Mina?"

"Oh she's way into ballet, Mina's a ballerina. Top of the country." Sana pointed at her quiet friend as Mina tilted her head.

(AN: In adjusting around Mina's backstory for this one so rather than being into K-pop, she's more influenced by ballet. Same with Sana and Momo as they aren't interested in being idols in this one)

"The country?! That's incredible Mina," You showed your wowness as Mina shook her head.

"No, no I'm not, Sana's exaggerating." Mina excused herself as Sana smiled.

"Don't lie Mina~ You're the best in your class. She is the lead captain and won many competitions, she has the medals and trophies to prove it,"  Momo chimed in as Mina was embarrassed to be revealed as such.

"Wow Mina, it sounds like you're talented." You resulted as Mina, while still embarrassed, smiled at your assessment.

"Very talented, you should see her daaa-...." Sana closed her mouth as Momo and Mina turned to her, "uh be there when she performs." Sana quickly fixed herself.

"That's a great idea," you agreed quickly to dismiss what Sana said, Of course you weren't offended by it, but to have Sana forget about it too, "I would love to go to a performance."

'There's that positive outlook.' Mina had in her mind.

"I can arrange that," Mina spoke up as the two girls heard her, "I'm on break till next week though," 

"That's fine, I can wait."

Mina nodded to your agreement as Momo and Sana, who felt bad at her choice of words, agreed as well.

"Then it's settled...actually...no, never mind, I was just thinking." Mina strang a few words as you and the other duo wondered what she thought, "let's go to the music then, but you have to tell me what ballets you enjoy (YN)." Mina sounded as you nodded.

"Course, so I enjoy...

ONE WALK LATER

"...but I'd had to say Grand Pas Class Classique is one of my go-to." You ended as Mina nodded enthusiastically.

"Ah (YN) that's a really good one. That's one that I really want to perform to, but looking at how others perform, it's intense." Mina said as Momo and Sana were in front of the two as they conversed.

The K-pop store was a while to walk to so the two took the time to discuss that topic as Momo and Sana teased each other about their conversation, even Mina was getting into it.

"Well if you're as good as Momo and Sana say, then I know you can do it Mina."

"Hehe~ thanks (YN)." You nodded, "maybe I should tell my instructor ne-oh," Mina stopped as you felt her halt with you doing the same.

"What's up?" You asked.

"Oh, we uh, passed it..." Mina said while spotting both Momo and Sana grinning in front of the store.

You two were in discussion mode so Mina wasn't even paying attention as she trailed back with you in hand.

"Come on," she said and getting close to her friends, "why didn't you stop us?"

"Hehe~ and ruin your talk?" Momo tilted her head as Mina sighed, "come on, let's get in. Luckily there's not a lot of people."

You could hear the faint music coming from within the store already and knew it was BlackPink's newest song 'Pink Venom'.

"Mina?"

"Hmm?" She hummed while turning to you.

"You don't have to, but do you mind describing the room?" You asked as Mina smiled, "I would like to have an image of what the room looks like."

You didn't have to say why, Mina was going to say yes after your request anyway.

It was easy enough to figure why you would ask: curiosity.

"Course, before stepping in," she turned inside, "imagine a rectangular room. Now there are five dividers that don't go all the way, leaving space on the far left and right sides that separate into aisles that come up to your torso with merch and albums of various idols in between, we're going to step inside," she added as the music was now clear, "now there are posters and wall scrolls hanging on the edge between the roof and the walls and even the ceiling has posters flat facing down as well."

You nodded, taking in each description and Mina was making it easy.

"And underneath the posters and taking up the wall are shelves and each consist of groups with their larger items such as lightsticks, figures, dolls, and more various items."

"Wow Mina, you're very descriptive," Mina hummed, "one question, what's a lightstick?" You questioned as Mina turned at you.

That one question caused Mina to frown. 

It felt wrong to think but the list of what you were missing out on gets longer. 

Hearing a song is one thing, to see that artist perform live is another.

She and her duo have been to a few concerts and Sana has brought her own lightsticks waving around to the beat.

It was incredible to witness a singer or group lighting up the stage with marvelous sounds and attractions rocking to their song.

And for you to not be able to enjoy that...

"...Mina?" Guess Mina was a few silent seconds too long upon hearing your name.

"...a-ah sorry, I'm thinking of how to explain," she excused herself as she needed," Mina needed a few seconds to collect herself.

"Sorry," you excused as Mina shook her head.

"Don't be, so lightsticks are, Uhm, these hand-held objects that have different shapes or ornaments that light up at one end. Think of a flashlight that lights up with a certain color and fans wave that around during a song. It's a way to support that person or group." She explained as you nodded.

"Ah, didn't know that."

"Yeah, it's pretty simple but expensive," she said after, "anyway, there's the cashier on the left of us behind their desk and a couple of screens on top of them showing the video of BlackPink, on the other corner there's a couple of demo stations that have headphones and touchscreens to hear songs." Mina looked at a couple of machines, "other than that, that's pretty much the sto-oh, there's a couple of windows on each side of the door that has the most expensive items on display." She looked and turned to see anything else, but no, "yeah, that's what it looks like."

IF YOU WERE TRYING TO IMAGINE AS WELL, LET'S SEE IF YOU WERE CLOSE TO THE IMAGE BELOW

While Mina explained, images were brought into your mind, laying out the general area of the store.

While not able to tell what the stuff was, various sizes and shapes to place in the helm.

"Hmm, yeah I could lay it all out," Mina smiled as you turned in her general direction, "thanks Mina."

"Of course (YN), glad it's clear for you," Mina then turned to the duo of Sana and Momo in the third row, "hey let's join the other two?" 

You nodded as Mina held your hand tighter and brought you to the duo who was looking down the row.

"NMIXX, New Jeans, NCT...oh! here she is!" Sana's voice was heard throughout as Mina shook her head.

"Relax Sana, the whole store just turned to you," Momo sighed as Sana took each one in hand.

"Ah she's so pretty~" Sana admired her newly acquired albums.

"Huh, she looks like Jennie in this one." Momo pointed at one of them. 

"And both are very pretty~"

"Someone's in love~" Momo grinned as Sana didn't care.

"Based on her yell, I'm assuming she got them," you said, "congrats Sana."

"Thank you (YN)~ I'm lucky they had two sets left. Now to find if Somi is around but at least I got Nayeon...oh (YN)," you hummed, "there's a demo station here, want to hear a bit of her song?" She asked as you nodded and Mina guided you towards Sana.

"N for Nayeon~ and...okay, I put the volume on low so say if you need me to raise it higher," you nodded, "and here's the headset, mind if I put it on you?" you shook your head as Sana was gentle on placing a headset on you as you stood still. You reached up and adjusted to fix and after you rose your thumb as Sana pressed play.

Seollemi meotgi jeonе

"Louder please,"

 Sana pressed the 'up' button twice.

I wanna make it

Pop, pop, pop, you want it

Pop, pop, pop, teojigil wonhae

Gasеumi ttwineun i neukkim

I wanna make it

Pop, pop, pop, you want it

Pop, pop, pop, neol gatgil wonhae

The volume went down to silent and figured it was over as you removed the headset while the three looked at you.

"Catchy,"

"I know right," Sana rose her voice as you chuckled and nodded, "you should get her album (YN), there's a set left,"

"Album..." You muttered and then quickly nodded with pace, "yeah," Sana quickly went away to get the other set, "who knows, maybe she'll be my new favorite to follow."

"Oh yeah, she's gonna get popular for sure. 

"And got them," Sana's voice came in very quick, "there's four so I'm not sure if you want all or just one?"

"How much for all?" 

"Twenty-two each but tax so over ninety," Sana explained.

"Hmm...I'll take one, just pick anyone." You asked of her as Sana looked at the four.

"Tough choice...I'll go with this. She looks the hottest here." Sana explained as you nodded, "So we got that settled, I'm sure this will look nice in your collection." Sana assumed.

"Ah I don't have a collection," you pointed out, "that album will be my first," you admitted as Momo and Sana were stunned; Mina not so much, "I know I said I was a fan, but to be honest, I've never needed or wanted albums or merch or anything of the sorts. Even for non-k-pop groups. My parents have asked, but having stuff doesn't do me any favors if I can't spectate them in my room."

You explained with a normal gesture as the three turned to one another with a noticeable frown on each one.

"Oh..." Momo muttered, "sorry (YN),"

"It's all good." You waved it off.

"So why now?" Mina asked as your head turned in her general direction.

"Ahh hehe...it's silly really, but, I want something to have for today," You presented a gingerly smile looking down at the ground escaping their looks...ironic, "as you know, it's my first going around so I want to get at least one thing for every department we get to."

And those frowns turned to genuine smiles as the three hummed or giggled at your words.

"(YN), it's not like we come to the mall every blue moon, we can come here or anywhere you want anytime you want. We all prefer being out somewhere anyway," Mina voiced while pressing into your hand more.

"Yeah, and any one of us will be happy to be with you." Sana chimed in.

"I would." Momo joined as your smile grew.

'Man...I'm lucky for these three...'

"Hehe, right, thanks."

"Course," "Yup," 

"No prob (YN)," Momo said last and then added, "so, since we're still here, there are other groups around, if you got another group in mind, I'm certain they'd be here." Momo looked around.

"I'll think I'll stick with Nayeon first. I'm not sure if my parents would agree with me getting a haul coming back."

"Yeah I guess that's smart thinking, once you start collecting, you'll only be wanting more and more, right Sana~" Momo cooed at Sana as she huffed.

"Hey it's not a problem, it's a hobby AND she has good music. I want to support her." Momo rose her brows.

"I think more than 'support'~" Momo leaned towards Sana.

"You can say that again, she is hot~" Sana grinned as Momo chuckled, "now imma need to find Somi real quick,"

"I'm gonna check out BlackPink, maybe I'll get their new album." Momo walked from the duo as Mina turned to you.

"You sure you want just the album?" 

"Yeah, I'm sure." You answered.

"Okay, let's join Momo yeah?" You nodded as Mina guided you...though...

'Having stuff doesn't do me any favors if I can't spectate them,'

Mina glanced at you and the smile you had on.

Taking in what you said along with what she thought before.

'I couldn't imagine his life before attending school, but as each day passes, it's more daunting than I can think...you're strong (YN)...you really are.'

You felt Mina's grip in your hand tightened, but you weren't complaining.

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After ringing up the albums, which was just the five Nayeons, the group went out of the department and into the middle of the hall of the mall.

"So what's next?" Sana asked while ensuring yours and her stuff was safe.

"I think it's time we get (YN) some new outfits." Momo poked your shoulder as you smiled.

"I'm excited." You gingerly accepted their help as Momo smirked.

"Oh we are as well (YN), now let's find a spot..." Momo pointed out as the four resumed to walk, "what about (Clothing Store 1), which has decent men's attire." Momo suggested.

"Yeah, but it's like plain clothing, (Clothing Store 2) has some fashionable taste," Sana denied and brought her idea to the fray. 

"Wait you two, let's ask (YN), what are you most into?" Mina asked as you shrugged.

"I don't know really," you answered, "but I guess I enjoy loose clothing. I know I don't like button-up stuff or formal wear or tight clothing."

"Loose huh? Long-sleeve? Hoodies?"

"Long as it's not tight, I'm good." You gave them as Mina nodded.

"Okay, I think we can work with that," Mina said as the other two thought away.

"Hmm...well, what about (Clothing Store 3)? It's not exactly trendy, but it does have a variety of each clothing." Sana fronted as Momo turned to Mina.

"She's not wrong," Momo sided as Mina nodded.

"Then that's our next stop," Mina finalized as the two nodded and you were happy to go along with what they have planned.

"Uh, Mina?" 

"Hmm?"

"If you don't mind, may you do the same around us as well as you did in the K-pop store?" 

Mina could only smile.

"Let's see, think of this place as a long hallway like school. Crowds of shoppers going forward on either the left or right, either resting on the benches and chairs or checking their phones. Most are carrying bags bearing store logos and browsing the glass doors and storefront windows where there are bright store signs announcing sales of retail stores with a variety of products such as clothing, housewares, electronics, and music as we were, uh, games and toys, jewelry, and more."

You nodded along at the list of objects as Momo and Sana listened. 

"And then there are the kiosks in between the stores selling jewelry, skin care products, phone accessories, the smaller products. There's bright lighting, a skylight, hideous tile flooring, plants, and a water fountain in the middle of the mall with an elevator and stairs to connect."

"Sounds nice," you commented.

"It's nothing too special though, let's see, there's the food court, but I'll get to that when we get there...uh, you two want to add anything?" She asked the duo as they shook their heads.

"Nope, I think you got it covered Mina," Sana expressed as Momo approved.

"Yeah, not much to describe besides that (YN)," Mina shrugged as you nodded.

"That's okay, it's a pretty good vision. Thanks, Mina, I appreciate it," you told her as Mina hummed.

"Anytime (YN), anytime."

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TIMESKIP

Sana happily hummed to herself as she walked through the entrance of (Clothing Store).

"And here we are." Sana looked around with you being escorted in.

"So what's this place?" You asked.

"It's (Clothing Store). It's a variety of clothing here that we can mix and match," Sana explained, "I shop with mom for my dad's clothing here all time for birthdays and such. I'm certain we can find something for you (YN)."

"You're going to dress me up as your dad?" You questioned as Sana chuckled in response.

"Hehe~ don't worry, there's more than grown-up stuff. There's quite a mix of everything here, we just have to find a way to mash you up." Sana explained as you nodded, "first things first, the men's section," Sana led on as Momo followed and Mina turned to you.

"Want me to explain?" 

"It's okay, I know exactly since coming to this type is my usual. I'm certain it's as the K-pop store but with clothes instead." 

Mina nodded at your assessment.

"Pretty much, though instead of aisles, it's racks and clothes rail to hang on them and in squares. No posters of idols, but just the latest 'what's in' pics and writing. Other than that, you're right." 

"And I'm assuming you there know the layout."

"Like the back of my hand~" Sana rose her hand and swirled it to showcase, "now then, the men's section." Sana led the group towards the back of the place as you heard the sounds of metal, chatter, and rustling around you.

Even Mina was having you go left and right rather than a straight path as people's voices came closer and further around.

"Sounds busy," you were moving your head around.

"Quite, the line is even longer too."

Mina looked to her left and then forward.

"Hopefully it'll d-oh that's cute~," Momo said as she was looking at each piece of clothing as she passed, "that's cute too~" Momo played with the fabric of a t-shirt...till she saw the price, "cute to look at though...sigh, if only mom wasn't still mad at me for last time."

"With good reason, your card company had to cut your card off," Sana said in the front.

"It wasn't that much." 

"Not to your parents." Sana retorted while pointing at her friend.

'Wow, guess they weren't kidding when they come here quite a bit,' you thought.

.

.

It was about half a minute of walking when Sana...

"And here we are." Sana looked around the articles of clothing folded, hanged and displayed,  "okay, let me get a good look at you (YN),"

"Hmm?" You hummed as Sana stepped in front of you.

"I'm going to get a visual of you," Sana eyed you up and down as Momo joined Sana and Mina stood there, watching her friends checking you out...interesting.

"Should we start with the lower or upper attire?" Sana asked Momo.

"I'd say lower, it's easier to combine with pants," Momo added as you couldn't say much to the conversation.

"Alright, so for loose clothing, of course not jeans so sweats or something?" Sana asked her friend.

"Joggers?" Mina retorted as Sana nodded.

"Those could work,"

"Cargo pants?" Momo looked behind Sana's left while pointing as Sana looked in the same direction.

"You're onto something Momo," Sana went ahead and looked at each article, "these would look good on him. It's not tight with its elastic band and (YN) can work with it. Plus we can match up anything with a pair of black ones." Sana turned with the pants to Mina and you.

"Sounds nice," you put your opinion, "you mind if I feel the texture?" 

"Yeah, here it's right in front of you." Sana held up the pants as you reached out and felt the garment over your hand as you rose it. 

You adjusted your hand over and felt the material with your fingertips.

"Oh yeah, feels good."

"Right?" Sana agreed as you nodded and carried the cargo pants back to the others, "Okay, what size are you?"

"(Size), or (Size #) by (Size #)." Your mom checked before you left.

Sana searched through and found three pairs of your size and took one.

"Great, that's down. Now I'm thinking of a hoodie," she voiced her opinion as Mina agreed.

"I don't think there's a good selection though," Momo pointed out.

"I don't need anything fancy," you spoke after Momo's comment.

"Well let's see. There are over here." Sana lead the group as Mina aided you towards Sana, "Hmm, yeah no graphics or anything standing out, although let's not get too picky," Sana said as she spotted the hoodies hanging on racks.

It ranged from various colors and sizes as Sana combed through each one.

"What color?" Sana shoved a few hoodies as Mina tilted her head.

"Let's go white, it'll contrast the pants." Mina pointed as Sana took out a white hoodie in its hanger.

"Here (YN), this is the material," you did the same as the pants and nodded.

"Yeah that works."

"Okay, (YN), I'm going to press the sweater in front of you, can you hold it on the shoulders?" Sana asked of you as you nodded.

Soon, you felt Sana press her hands on your shoulders and you rose your hands up and pressed the clothing to your shoulders, feeling the hanger in it still.

"And Momo please hold the pants over him," after handing Momo the lower article, she held it over you as the other two thought about the two together.

"I think it works," Mina shrugged as Sana tapped her cheek, "although there's something that could mix this well..."

"..."

"..."

"Overcoat," "An overcoat," both Mina and Sana said at the same time as they turned and nodded at one another as they both smiled at each other's same idea and Sana rose her hands for a high five from Mina.

CLAP

"Oh, jinx. You owe me a soda~" Sana pointed at Mina who frowned.

"What's an overcoat?" You asked.

"It's a type of jacket, but it'll complete the look for you," Sana answered as you nodded, "now then~" Sana clapped her hands together, "luckily, the overcoats are around here I think," Sana pointed at the left of them and skipped her way to the rack with Mina trailing.

"We'll be back," Mina stated to you and Momo as both nodded and Momo saw them walking away.

"Do I still hold this?" You asked as Momo folded the pants over her arm.

"You can let it down," you nodded while lowering the hoodie, "so besides, music is there anything you're into while you're at home?" Momo sounded curious as you shrugged.

"Not really, I guess the most I do in my room is listen to the radio for sports. I also put on movies and TV too. Audio description is a lifesaver."

"Audio description?" Momo asked.

"When there's no dialogue happening, the TV informs the viewer what's going on."

"That's handy."

"It very much is." You nodded, "other than that, I got nothing."

Momo probably should have known that wasn't a great question to ask.

"Well, luckily for you, we can introduce you to many things we like, do you like dancing?" Momo asked upfront.

"Uh...indifferent I suppose. Are you into that?"

"My sister and I dabble in it. We make videos on Youtube, Tik-Tok, and Instagram," Momo shrugged.

AN: Like Mina, Momo's going to be more into dancing on social platforms rather than idol.

"Oh that's cool, are you famous as well?" 

"I don't want to brag, but we do receive lots of views. Though mostly my sister gets the most, she's far better than what I can do." Momo explained as you shook your head.

"Don't say that Momo, I'm sure you're equally as great as her."

Momo smiled and shook her head slightly. While what she said was true, and the fact that you just learned about her this minute, she found it kind of you to support her already.

"Thanks (YN)," 

"Hm-mh, well would you mind if you make accounts for me to follow you? I would like to support you," you asked of her as Momo...

"You don't have any social?"

"Well, there wasn't any point till last week." You reasoned as Momo nodded slowly, "so now I can follow you and maybe the other two as well if they have any."

Momo smiled at your gesture, though the question of how you use the social came up, and she figured to ask later.

"Of course (YN), I appreciate it~" you nodded, "and just to let you know (YN), I did mean when I said that I would like us two doing something together when you want, I don't mind." Momo encouraged you as you smiled.

"I'll keep that in mind Momo, thank you." You gave a head nudge in response as Momo mirrored your action.

"Yup!"

You counted yourself lucky to meet these girls so quickly.

"Sorry you two," Momo turned as you heard Mina's voice, "we saw other clothes next to the overcoats," she explained as Sana was behind her.

"I think he can work some of these outfits too." Sana showed Momo a few other clothing on hangers as Mina carried the overcoat in hand.

"You picked out other outfits?" You questioned.

"Yup~"

"You were only gone for a minute," You calculated as Sana grinned.

"We are masters of shopping (YN)~" Sana mentioned as the other two ladies smiled at her, "now come on, let's try these o-oh,  want to feel the material (YN)?"

"Sure," you held out your hand, repeating your action as before, and felt the jacket, it felt leathery in a way, though if it was going to be over your hoodie, it wasn't going to be a difference.

"Nice." You nodded as Sana nodded back.

"Great, then I have these couple of short sleeve hoodies that aren't clingy to be-

RING RING RING

Someone's phone rang out.

"That's me." Mina spoke up and slide her phone from her pocket, "Probably my pare-oh? It's my instructor," Mina was confused as she looked at the ID.

'Instructor?' You heard.

"Aren't you on break?" Momo questioned.

"Until next week, I'm gonna have to take this." The two girls nodded.

"Sure, here hand me that." Sana reached out and Mina handed her the overcoat.

"Be right back. He can change, don't wait for me."

And with that, Mina walked away with her phone over her ear to start her conversation as the duo watched her for a few seconds before turning to you.

"Okay (YN), let's get you to change." You nodded, quickly disappearing what Mina was talking about as they guided you to the fitting rooms.

"Hello, how many?" You heard a woman's voice in front of you.

"Three for him," Sana answered, and after a few seconds...

"Okay, he can go in any room." The random person responded while she waved towards 

"(YN) this way, it's a corner. Oh, mind if we go with him to guide him to the door? He's, uh, he's blind," Sana explained as softly as possible, even saying that felt sad for her.

The female store attendant looked at you and then back to Sana.

"Long as you don't do any funny business, you can go ahead," Sana recoiled, you were slightly embarrassed and Momo gave a chuckle.

"Hehe, don't worry, no funny business going on here. Let's go (YN)," Momo remarked as the girls ushered you forward to the left as the worker turned to the trio and shrugged.

"Funny business," Sana mocked after the three got into the hall where multiple fitting room doors were ready to be opened, "can't she tell you're really-..." Sana stopped talking and slowly closed her mouth while looking at the side of you.

"I have sunglasses on so she can't tell Sana." You excused as Sana shook her head.

"Still," 

"Hehe, 'funny business'" Momo repeated...and then you felt something going around your neck and right shoulder, "hmm~ interested (YN)?~"

Momo whispered into your ear as your jaw fell slightly with her arm bringing you closer to her as the trio stopped in place.

"M-Momo!?" Sana screeched as Momo grinned at her.

"Teasing! Relax~, although~ (YN) hasn't answered yet~" Momo cooed in your ear as you gulped.

"I-I'm good Momo..."

"Hehe~ For now, ri- Oww!" 

Upon hearing Momo's high-pitched yelp, you sort of jumped in between the two girls.

"What happened?" 

"Sana just hurt me..." Momo rubbed her forehead.

"Don't be dramatic, I flicked your forehead, wasn't that bad," Sana grumbled as Momo glared at her friend.

"That bad? Well, maybe I should return the favor." Momo rose her arm as you remained still.

"So you're okay?" Upon hearing you, Momo took at your look and her glare softened.

'Oh, right...'

"Ah, sorry (YN), I didn't mean to freak you out, me yelling didn't help," Momo apologized back while nodding in return. 

Sana caught on to what Momo was thinking.

"I'm okay, it's nothing, Sana and I mess around like this all the time. Though this time was a lot more force..." Momo pouted as Sana stared at the back of your head.

"Oh, alright, my bad." You answered as Sana realized that you couldn't even see the flick, even though you were looking right at Momo.

"No (YN), no 'my bad'. You didn't know we were messing with another," Sana said as Momo gave a soft nod, "that must be scary, not knowing what's going on," Sana added as you shook your head towards her area.

"It can be, especially when something unexpected happens and I can't tell what 'happened'. Mainly the reason why I was stuck at home and not able to get out, not that I blame my folks. I get it."

"To keep you safe, honestly I'd do the same," Sana said as Momo nodded, "well we'll make sure not to do anything too drastic," Sana said as you shook your head.

"I thank you, but don't change because of me. I don't want you two to mellow down. It's fine."

Both girls looked at one another as Momo shrugged while Sana sighed mentally.

"...alright," you nodded, "uh, we're in front of the dressing room. Do you need help in there?" Sana asked as you shook your head.

"Nah, thanks though,"

You answered as Momo led you to the room as Sana was behind Momo, "okay, we'll be just outside the door if you need us so you don't have to lock the door."

You nodded.

"In you go~ and there's a bench seat here," Momo guided you to the corner and Sana gently placed your clothes on it, "clothes are there and we're leaving okay," you nodded as Momo stepped out.

SHUT

"Alright," you muttered as you manage to sit after patting for the seat to remove your shoes and started to change.

As you did so, Sana and Momo...

"..."

"..."

"..."

"...hey," Momo came closer to Sana and whispered to her, "you okay?"

Sana nodded slowly.

"Yeah, just..." Sana shrugged and pointed at the door of your dressing room.

"I know," Momo whispered.

Both of them were feeling what Sana said about being scared of not knowing what was going on.

To be in the unknown twenty-four/seven...

At least you were away from harm being in your home but didn't please the two girls. 

"Let's just," Momo did a hand wave as Sana took a few seconds but agreed as Momo nodded and took a few steps back, "so you hungry (YN)?" Momo, now at a normal volume, called you out. 

Sana figured that Momo was wanting to change the mood quickly.

"I could eat, but I could wait as well," you answered as Momo rubbed her tummy.

"Well, I'm starving too,"

"When are you not?" Sana let a soft smile out as Momo playfully shoved her shoulder.

"Is today pick on Momo day..." Momo pouted as Sana now grinned, "but really, you want to get something after?" She asked as Sana nodded, "great we'll wait for Mina then...you know I have to shop for clothes myself," Momo looked out to the lobby, "probably not this store, didn't see anything worth trying."

"Yeah, I have to get new outfits as well," Sana shrugged as she looked outward to the store, "hmm...hey (YN)?" Sana turned to the door.

"Yeah?"

"When do you have to go back home?" Momo turned as well.

"Uh, not sure, not late of course,"

"Course, well guess we do have time then,"

"Sweet~" Momo smiled, "how you doing (YN)?" extending the conversation.

"Doing good," Momo nodded as she took her phone out.

"I think we should go to..." 

And Momo and Sana started to converse about the mall as you changed for a couple of minutes...

One talk later

"...then we can go here because I need a new phone case." Sana pointed at her cracked phone case.

"And you say I'm clumsy, you drop your phone like three times a week." Momo waved at her as Sana sighed.

"I do, I need a wriststrap for this thing." She waved her phone ar-

"Sana? Momo? I'm ready. I'm facing the door, I could feel the lock." They both heard and turned to the door.

"Alright, we're going to open the door then," Sana explained as she grabbed the handle and opened it to reveal your new attire consisted of-

-an overcoat over a comfortable hoodie, with cargo pants down to your white sneakers.

Paired off with your sunglasses and you were good to go as the two girls...

"Oh..." "Wow..."

"Hoping that's a good response?" You asked standing still.

"Very actually, uh here, step forward," Sana instructed while you took about four steps, "stop please." You halted your movement.

"Well?"

"You're looking very fine (YN)~" Momo suddenly commented as you smiled.

"Excuse Momo's frontness, but I got to say, she's right (YN)." Sana stepped on your right, "we're next to you so be still okay," you nodded as the two girls roamed around you, "oh yeah, you really pull this off well, a job well done right Momo?"

"Very well done Sana. I mean it (YN), you look hot," Momo grinned as embarrassment shrouded you.

"Momo..." Sana shook her head.

"Hey you agreed." Momo pointed at Sana with a headshake in return once more.

"Whatever, anyway, you do look great (YN), maybe we can style your hair as well," Sana placed a hand over your head, "we could maybe spike it just a bit with gel to get something going, but that's up to you."

"Do whatever you want with me." Having your permission, Momo grinned.

"Oh~ Does that mean, anything~" Momo grinned as Sana burrowed her brows.

"No. Bad Momo. Don't listen to her (YN), Momo's being silly as al-oh Mina!" Momo turned in the same direction as Sana and spotted Mina approaching them.

"I'm so sorry, my instructor wanted me-...(YN)?" Mina excused herself while coming closer.

"Yeah?" You called back as Mina stepped closer to you.

"Heh, wow, yeah you, you look good." Mina gave her opinion but it wasn't as high volume as the other two were.

"Do I really?"

"Very~" Momo grinned as Sana shook her head and you chuckled awkwardly in response.

"And we're thinking about giving his hair some style, would complete the look," Sana suggested while tugging a few strands of your hair.

"And new shoes too." Momo pointed at your feet as Mina nodded.

"Yeah, I think that's a nice idea. Anyway, sorry about stepping out for a bit, it was my instructor." Mina explained.

"What did she want?" Sana asked.

"I guess my break got shorter. She wants me to come in next Saturday and Sunday."

"The whole weekend?" Sana's shoulders fell.

"Yeah, but a few hours in the morning. She wants me to be a part of meetings for the upcoming performances."

"Can't she e-mail you?" Momo spoke up as Mina shrugged.

"The struggles of being the best I suppose," Sana sighed as Mina smiled at her.

"Cheer up you two, not like we had any plans for next weekend."

"We could have," Momo cut in as Mina shook her head while smiling, "oh well, guess it can't be helped."

"Nope, anyway," she turned to you, "you do look good (YN). This suits you very much," and then Mina spotted something...

"But your hoodie isn't over your overcoat," you were halfway on reaching your arms u- "I got you," Mina said as you stopped and felt your hoodie being fixed, "your hoodie must always be over whatever you're wearing," Mina explained.

You figured Mina was behind you or at the side, but from the direction of her voice, she was right in front of you.

Your faces were half a foot from one another as your arms circled around your neck adjusting your clothing, feeling her forearms patting your shoulders

Both Sana and Momo were watching her adjust, and when it should have been a quick pull of the clothing, she seemed to be taking her time.

The best part about it-

-was the smile that the two others saw on Mina and of course, thoughts ran through their mind about it and the constant teasing that they were about to unleash on her when the three would be alone.

'Oh, Mina~' Momo grinned as Sana...

'Interesting Mina, very interesting,'

What you were thinking was far from theirs with Mina was in close proximity

What did Myoui Mina look like?

You knew her long hair and slender frame and pretty (from Sana), but no other physical traits came to mind.

And as much as you wanted to picture what Mina looked like...

That's what you could imagine.

That's it.

It wasn't a dire need to know, but the more with these three, the more the question lingered.

'It wouldn't be weird to ask them what they looked like right?'

"There, now good went to great," Mina whispered and you could smell her minty breath of her as her arms held over your shoulder, holding onto the helm of your hoodie just for a few seconds longer than what it should have been before lowering her hands.

And it was that that point that Mina caught the other two staring at her and now that she was mirroring them, Sana winked at Mina as Momo rose her brows in teasing manner as Mina's eyes flashed and looked down; embarrassment evolving very quickly as she covered a part of her face with one hand as if it would accomplish something.

"So how do you feel (YN)?" Sana furthered as you moved around a bit, lifting your legs up to feel the pants fit and shifting your shoulders for the top half.

"It feels great, I feel different...is that silly to think?"

"Not at all (YN)," Sana stepped around while observing, "no offense to your mother, but it's a much more improvement than what you came in with." The girl's opinions boosted your confidence majorly.

"Alright, then I'll take this then." You were excited to get a new set into your wardrobe, even though you have no idea what your initial wardrobe even looked like.

"Great, then we have two more outfits for you." Sana spoke as you nodded.

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TIMESKIP

"Well I'm stuffed..." Momo rubbed her tummy after finishing her burger combo.

"When you order the extra large, yeah we would imagine." Sana poked Momo's tummy as Momo swiped her hand away, "you should have eaten the pizza alone, but nooooo, you needed to get another combo as well, wasn't the pizza enough?"

"I'll make it up with my dancing..." Momo leaned back in her chair as Mina shook her head and saw you finishing up the last bite of the crust of your pizza combo too.

"How was it (YN)?" Mina asked as you nodded.

"I enjoyed it, you?"

Mina looked down at the teriyaki bowl she ordered that was wiped clean, along with Sana's.

"Very good as well," Mina looked at Sana as she and Momo were poking one another with both hands.

'These two...'

Mina looked around at the tables being filled with teens and families and couples.

It's been three hours since they arrived and they've been around eight department stores. More so for you, some for Sana and Momo; Mina didn't really see anything she wanted but ended up buying a lavender sweater.

"Well I think it's a great time to get these back in the car so that we don't have to carry much around." Mina suggested as you three nodded.

With cleaning up and bags being carried, the four backtracked towards the entrance of where they came.

...

...

That is until...

"Oh oh oh wait! Look!" Momo pointed forward, "we have to get some!"

"How do you still have the stomach for that I'll never know Momo," Sana folded her arms as Momo shoulder-bumped her.

"It's dessert Sana, it's a law to not skip it." Momo retorted as Sana snorted.

"Dessert?" You asked.

"It's an ice cream stall, instead of round balls of ice cream, they roll it up," Momo explained as you hummed, "I'm getting a cup, no one is going to stop me."

"I'm getting one too," you spoke up with the three eyeing you, "Momo's right, it's ice cream, I ain't gonna say no to that either even if full." You butted in as Momo pointed at you.

"Thank you (YN)! At least someone agrees with me," she looked towards Sana as Sana sighed with Mina smiling and laughing inside.

"I guess I could get a cup, small though," Sana agreed as Mina nodded as well.

"Alright let's go then, luckily there's no line. Then, we'll put our bags away." Momo suggested as the group followed her toward the stall.

Upon coming closer, the cashier noticed and smiled at the newly arrived customers.

"Hello, just let me know if you're ready to order." She said to the group.

"I know what I'm getting." Momo already started, "I'd like a small cup of vanilla with sprinkles and oreo bits." Sana ordered first.

"I'll take medium strawberry please with whipped cream and fudge on top." Mina went and Momo leaned forward.

"I'll have a medium with chocolate and vanilla," Momo pointed two fingers up, "with extra chocolate syrup and cookie bits please."

"Course...alright anything else?" She asked as Mina turned to you.

"You got a flavor (YN)?" Your guide asked as the cashier was ready to input.

"Do you have (favorite flavor)?" You asked the worker as the worker nodded.

"Yes they do," Mina answered as the cashier caught that.

(Unless your companions said your flavor, then...)

"I'll take (Chocolate/Vanilla/Strawberry) as well."

"Small, medium, or large?" The cashier asked.

"Uh, how big are the cups?" You asked back.

"Four rolls in a small, six in medium, and eight in large." She answered as you didn't know exactly how big the rolls were.

"How big are the rolls Mina?" You asked.

"They vary with the size of the cups. Can he hold onto a couple to get an estimate?" Mina asked as the lady arched a brow but took a small and medium-sized cup from the side of her and showcased them.

"This is small and medium." She explained.

"I'm sorry, but can he 'feel' them?" Mina emphasized again as the cashier gave her a strange look.

"Why does-"

Soon as both Mina and Sana pointed at your eyes, it didn't take long for her answer.

"Oh, here," she handed Sana the cups, "I'm sorry," she apologized as you wondered why she did, but quickly figured that your friends signaled your sight.

"It's fine," you said.

"Here, this is the small," Sana took your other hand and placed the small cup and watched you squeeze to get a measurement.

It was a palm-sized fit and while you did eat, it probably wasn't enough to fill that dessert craving, though large might be too much if you didn't like it.

"That's small?"

"Yup. Here's medium." Sana replaced the size and you felt another cup in hand, course it was bigger as it reached more toward your wrist and fingers.

"I'll take a medium," you answered, "chocolate syrup as well please," the lady nodded and entered the order and Sana returned the cups as the lady took the medium and threw the small into the recycle.

"And we have gummy bears, whipped cream, cherries, strawberries, sprinkles, cookie bits, and nuts as toppings as well." She furthered as you appreciated her explanation.

"Just the syrup will be enough thank you," you finalized the order as she inputted the last order.

"Anything else?" All four of you shook your heads, "right, now it'll be fifteen minutes to get your orders out. Would you like them all together, or one at a time?" She asked as you were quizzical.

"We'll get them at a time, and we're paying separately too," Mina answered as the lady nodded.

'That's long for ice cream ain't it?' You didn't want to say it out loud for rudeness as you felt your hand being pulled away.

"Over here (YN), we're going to wait on the side of the stall." You followed Mina's words-

CLAP

-and awakened at the sudden noise.

"Now for the best part," Momo started to shift her hands together.

"Eating it?" You figured Momo liked ice cream, but she seemed to like them a lot more than usual.

"They make your order in front of you," Momo explained to you being quite amazed.

"Make? Like literally?"

"Yup, they mix and mash cream and certain items to whatever you ordered in front of you. Momo's always excited to...be here when they make them," Sana adjusted her wording.

"That's unique," you said afterward, "in front of us?" 

"Yup, the clerk hands the order to another couple of workers who makes them in front of us behind a panel," Mina explained while watching that interaction happening in front of her eyes with the cashier handing a label to another female and male worker, "it's pretty popular, though guess we got lucky and got a no line, they're about to start," Mina watched the ice-makers nod while reading the paper and gather ingredients on the left from a fridge.

"Guess they're starting with Mina's and mine," Sana pointed as the girl maker had a cup of strawberries and a guy with vanilla bars.

"Ready to listen (YN)?" Mina questioned as you nodded, "Okay, first there's a metal pan with two spatulas on it, first-"

CLANK

CLANK

CLANK

"-she cuts the leaves of the strawberries and tosses them away, leaving only the fruit," you nodded, "now she's pouring cream over the berries and-"

CLANKCLANKCLANK

CLANKCLANKCLANK

CLANKCLANKCLANK

"What the..."

"She's chopping them with the two spatulas," Mina explained while hearing multiple taps on the metal pan.

SCREECH...SCREECH

"Now she's scooping them in the middle and..."

CLANKCLANKCLANK

CLANKCLANKCLANK

CLANKCLANKCLANK

SCREECH...SCREECH

"She's doing the same thing on repeat and it's starting to harden to look like ice cream. It's pink cream now because of the strawberries," you nodded as Mina kept watching.

You heard the scrapes and pounds of metal still.

"She's rolling it up into a ball while chopping," Mina added, "now it's looking like pink paste...and she's flattening the cream out and spreading it out on the mat into a rectangle while smoothing it down."

SLIIINNNG

SLIIINNNG

"She's cutting sections of it and rolling it into rolls," Mina said as she watched the lady roll six strawberry ice cream rolls, "now she has a cup and gathers the rolls into it vertically like columns in a circle and leaving the middle free."

The lady reached to her right after finishing up the positions and...

SHHHHHH

"Oh that's whip cream right?" you guess from the sound.

"Exactly, she's pouring it in the middle of the rolls.

"I know that sound anywhere," you said as Mina hummed and Momo nodded.

"I'm with you there (YN)," Momo joined in while the maker placed a lone strawberry on the cream, "oh and the fudge~ oh and plenty of it~" Momo watched the drizzle of chocolate fudge on the rolls, berry and whipped cream.

"That's the best part," you said as you felt something heavy over your shoulder.

"Oh I'm liking you more and more (YN)~" Momo grinned as Mina looked at her while leaning forward.

Momo caught her eyes and winked while unheeding you and dropping her arm while you stood still.

"Right, uh, now the lady is placing a spoon in the cup and that's it,"

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The lady arrived and placed the strawberry ice cream rolls near the register as well as the male with Momo's still in the making.

"It'll be around eight minutes for your two other orders," she stated.

"Looks like (YN) and my order now," Momo spoke up, "Mina, can I explain my order to (YN)?"

Mina nodded as Momo took your side with Sana scooting over.

Even though it would be literally the same, you didn't want to say no to Momo.

"Okay so first she..."

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LONG TIMESKIP - Sorry for skipping the other

"And here we are," Mina parked the car in front of your home and unbuckled her seat belt, "I'll escort you (YN)," as she opened the door with you unlocking your belt as well.

"Alright," you then turned slightly to the right, "Momo, Sana, thanks for the day, it's been a blast."

"Same," "Course (YN), don't forget to ask about tomorrow." Sana reminded you as you nodded.

"I'll text you when I get an answer." She nodded as the door next to you-

SLIDE

-was opened and you felt the cold breeze of the night.

Yes, night.

You four were out for three-twenty-four to nine-forty-five.

From shopping at various clothing departments and a majority of all random departments like a candle, perfume, lego, arcade (even though it was impossible for you to actually play any of the machines, but you tried), etc.

And each one was a pleasure to be around.

After that, you all headed to a restaurant for dinner and enjoyed a(n) (Food Theme) meal and discussed what they can do tomorrow. 

Which was a trip to a lake.

Nevertheless, you were wanting to go so a quick ask was needed.

Plus it was the weekend, not like you're not doing anything else.

"You got your belt off?" Mina asked as you nodded and rose a hand up for Mina to hold it.

"You need help with the bags Mina?" Sana asked.

"No thanks, besides, I need to talk to (YN) for a bit," Mina said back as Momo rose a brow and Sana tilted her head as Mina turned to you, "you don't mind (YN) do you?"

"Not at all,"

"Thanks, I'll tell you two in a bit okay, be right back," Mina said towards the girls as she moved you aside.

"Alright, goodbye (YN)~" "Byeee!" Both Momo and Sana sounded as you waved behind you and-

SHUT

-the door was closed slowly and Momo and Sana turned towards one another while Sana twisted in her chair.

"Talk?" Momo looked behind her to see you and her opening the trunk, "bout what?" Sana looked back as well but turned towards Momo who was looking at her now but saw the trunk is opened.

"Most likely what happened this morning." 

"Will she tell his parents?" Momo asked as Sana shook her head.

"No, I think she really wants to make sure he's alright knowing her."

SHUT

The trunk was closed as the two waited a few seconds and saw the duo walking towards your door.

"...is he going to be okay?" Momo had a hushed tone as Sana sighed mentally as Momo looked at her.

"With Reo?" Sana assumed.

"Yeah." 

"He will be Momo, we'll make sure of it."  Momo nodded, "for now I'm glad that he enjoyed today, I'm happy we're able to give him this."

Momo nodded.

"Me too, especially Mina," Momo pointed towards the home and Sana turned to see you both gone, figuring the two were inside your place.

Your place...

"..."

"..."

"...to think he was here for more than a decade," Sana spoke up while giving a sad look towards your home, "I understand the circumstances, I do," she swayed her eyes to Momo, "but it's understandable why he wanted to be out too," Sana muttered as Momo knew the reasons why as well.

"Well, at least things are changing for him." Momo countered as Sana nodded, "I'm gonna try to spend as much time as I can with him." Momo nodded her promise in her mind as Sana smiled at her.

"You and him alone? He'd probably die of embarrassment." 

"Scoff oh please, what would I do to embarrass him?" Momo questioned while leaning back in her seat as Sana rose a brow.

"The whispering in his ear? The sudden tight hugs? Or maybe asking him to do THAT in the changing room?" Sana pointed at her as Momo leaned forward, arms crossed.

"My my Sana~ are you jealous?~"

Sana hung her head and sighed.

"Why do I bother..."

"Cause you're my best friend~"

Sana giggled while giving a cheeky smile.

"That you are Momo, and you're right, I'll spend a lot of time with him. I'm sure Mina is in agreement too." Momo smiled at her friend as Sana mirrored the emotion.

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MEANWHILE

KNOCK KNOCK KNOCK

"Coming...SQUEAK...(YN), Mina," your dad opened the door fully, "how'd it go?"

"It was incredible dad! We did a whole bunch of stuff," you shook your bought bags, "the three were amazing to be with." You declared gazing forward as Mina smiled at your assessment.

She spotted your dad's shoulders lowered as well, as if weight was dropped off.

"Good, no that's great to hear, I'm glad you had fun," you nodded and your father turned to Mina, "thank you, Mina, we really appreciate it."

"You're very welcome Mr. (LN), (YN) is pleasant to be with." Mina turned towards your side and smiled, "if you don't Mr. (LN), may I chat with (YN) for a few minutes while putting his items away?"

He shook his head, though having someone over with you was a new concept.

"Not at all," he sidestepped his way, "come in, here let me get-"

"I got it dad, don't worry, but thank you. Where's mom?" You assessed while stepping forward.

"Napping, I was waiting for you here." He answered.

"Alright, I'll tell you all about it dad in a bit okay," he nodded while pulling Mina, "I'll lead you to my room Mina."

"Su-...lead?"

"Yup." You spoke with earnestly while moving forward and pulling Mina's hand, "come on," you stopped when Mina didn't budge.

"He knows his way around, we'll talk after." Your dad stated as Mina looked at him and then at you.

"Alright..."

Mina took a few steps forward and you continued forward as you guided her...yeah, Mina had to double take her position being the one PULLED by you.

Following a few steps, Mina observed your living room and surrounding walls.

Nothing too fancy, but it wasn't low either.

A perfect cozy setting.

"It's to the right here," you said as Mina spotted a hall going right.

She was going to tell you to be careful, but instead, you turned with ease as Mina slowed herself to comprehend that you just turned on your own, but sped up to catch your pace down the hall.

"Wow, you turned like nothing,"

"Living here for years, I memorize the layout, my room is the far right door." You nudged your head as Mina was dazzled at your navigation, even if it was one turn, but she really was amazed when you turned in place and reached feeling around, feeling the door frame, but not stopping before heading inside the open doorway.

"And here we are. Room sweet room."

You turned in spot, looking nowhere near Mina as she toured your room with her eyes.

It was simplistic as a room can be.

Plain.

Unlike hers, Momo's, or Sana's; no pictures, no posters hanging, no figurines or miscellaneous items around, no stuffed figures or any collectibles that she can see.

Imagine checking into a hotel room with the bare necessities.

'Guess what he said was true. Still, it's pretty sad not having any decor...' Mina shook those thoughts out and turned her attention to you who was standing still, staring forward.

"It's nice." You nodded and pointed at your bed.

"We can leave the bags there and-"

SQUEAK-SHUT

-you heard the door, while barely audible, close behind, but you still felt Mina's hand in yours.

"Mina?" 

"I'd rather talk in private," Mina spoke up as you assumed what she wanted to talk about when she asked you to come towards the front door of your place, but now you were certain.

"Okay, let's sit on the bed." You gestured and turned towards it and walked a few steps along with Mina as you two sat in comfort after placing the bags down.

You decided to take initiative.

"If it's about Reo-"

"It is." Mina effectively went in, "I'm not going to lecture you or him, I just want to know something." You nodded, "This morning with him, it's not that he just teased you, it's that he did so about your sight. I know you don't want to take it further than it has to and we'll stand by that," you nodded in appreciation, "but I need to know that you're okay with what he said. It was harsh (YN)," she whispered as you shrugged.

"I mean yeah, it was offensive, and I appreciate you checking, but it didn't bother me a bit, Mina." Mina stared for a few seconds as you didn't move expressions, "I've told you and the other two that this," you waved a hand in front of your eyes, "is who I am. Mom even said to be prepared in case of someone like that is in school, of course, I won't tell her or especially dad, but all that emotion about me being blind is long gone and done. He can make fun of me all he wants, it's not gonna affect me."

Mina released a soft sigh.

'I can't tell if he's that mature, or he's really well in hiding it. Either way...'

"He shouldn't in the first place." Mina cut in, "...are you sure you don't want to tell the teacher?"

You shook your head in response.

"No, because I'm certain Mina if we do, my dad is gonna hear it, and knowing him he'll do everything to-" 

"Pull you out." Mina finished as you nodded.

"He wasn't on board with this originally since he wanted to keep me near him and mom. I don't want him to freak out and keep me here again." You muttered as Mina offered a frown, "I get that it's for my safety and I don't blame him, but this short time in school and with you, Sana, and Momo has been what I wanted for a while. And If he feels that even school is bad, he's not gonna let me out anywhere." 

Mina understood you, be it she couldn't understand completely, she knew well enough that was enough reason.

'I understand him completely and I don't want to go against him, but I don't want to sit back either...'

"...well, even 'if' that does happen (YN), I assure you that we'll do our best to convince your dad not to get that far," that brought a bit of confidence in you, "but we certainly don't want to get to that. So if you're really okay, then we'll keep it to ourselves, but if Reo gets too out of hand (YN), we'll-" 

"Then we could tell." You agreed right away Mina was relieved to hear that you weren't swaying away from that, "sorry for this Mina, I know you three want to help-"

"It's okay (YN), I get your reasoning, honestly I'd be asking the same," Mina intruded back, she'd be fighting to get out as well in your predicament, "alright, that's all I wanted to know (YN). Thank you," you nodded.

"Thank you as well Mina, I mean it." 

Mina hummed in acknowledgment, "hey, before we go, can you do something?" You asked.

"Course."

"Can you lay out an outfit on the bed for me to wear tomorrow?" You pointed towards your left, "just in case we leave."

"Hehe, yeah, let's see what you can wear," Mina stood up and started to rummage through the bags...though she did stop and took a look at you gazing in at her direction, though not at her.

She didn't know what to feel about all this, but one thing was certain is that she'll do whatever to keep you in safe hands.

For now, it's doing your simple request.

"Well, if we are going, you'll pack light so..."

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After a couple of minutes of placing your outfit on the bed, you walked out on your own, Mina still baffled by this, with her walking close just in case and into the living room.

There Mina spotted your dad on a lone chair as his head turned towards her from his phone, as well as your mother on the main couch, both turning towards her and now standing up.

"Hey, done chatting?" He asked as you both nodded.

"Hi sweetie," she spoke up as you waved, "sorry I was taking a nap."

"Hey mom, it's fine. And yeah dad, Mina wanted to talk about things about today and future plans while helping me with what we bought," you informed your parents as Mina didn't even think to come up with something if either asked.

"That's nice to hear, you know you can stay longer if you want Mina, your friends as well. We can make a quick dinner too if you're hungry." Your mother added as Mina waved her hand.

"Thank you Ms. (LN), but our parents are wanting us back home. I appreciate the offer though," she nodded at her.

"Of course, it's the least we can do. You've been a major help to us. All three of you," she stated and Mina shook her head.

Though the Reo incident popped into her mind, Mina forgoed it.

"No thanks needed, we're happy to be with him," she turned to you, "he's fun and nice to be around, my friends think the same." 

"Mina..."

You muttered in embarrassment as Mina smiled at you with your folks were delighted to hear. 

"And just to let you know, your father and I talked and since you were talking about future plans, (YN) can tag along as well, if he wants that is." 

Both Mina and you were glad she said that since that'll make tomorrow's plan guarantee, but more importantly...

"You too dad?" You asked as he nodded.

"Yeah," he joined the conversation as Mina nodded and you smiled, "before you head off Mina and to you too (YN), I need to apologize for the negativity when you asked us about your plans, it's all new to me with you going out and-"

"It's understandable why you were Mr. (LN)," Mina intruded, "any parent would be looking out for their child," Mina added the last part, not having a talk with your parents alone, she'd figured to give her sympathy, "but I, Sana and Momo promise you that he'll alright with us,"

"Yeah dad, it's fine, you don't have to feel sorry." You joined as your dad, once again, shoulders dropped and Mina saw him looking to the ground, smiling and then looking up.

"Thank you," he returned as Mina couldn't imagine how much guilt and woe your dad must have, "and she's right about you staying Mina, if you need anything, we're here and you're welcome anytime, that goes to your friends too," Mina nodded in appreciation as your dad walked towards the door, "I'll get the door for you,"  as Mina turned to you,

"Guess I'm off (YN),"

"Alright, drive safe Mina." 

"Thanks, I'll call you and let you know when we're heading here okay?" You nodded as Mina started to backstep towards the door as you stood there, your head in her direction, "have a good night (YN),"

"You too Mina," 

"And to you as well Ms. (LN)."

"Same to you Mina."

With one last look, Mina turned 180 and headed towards the opened entrance where your dad was ready to close the door behind her.

Upon stepping out, the door closed behind and Mina waved at Sana and Momo, both waving toward her as well.

"Good night Mr. (LN)."

"Night," He nodded as Mina stepped out, walked a few steps and-

SHUT

-the door was closed behind as Mina walked her way to her vehicle.

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CLICK

"Hey," Mina spoke as she stepped into the driver's seat.

"You good?" Sana asked as Mina buckled up.

"Yeah, I asked (YN) a question about Reo." Mina straight up said while turning to Sana and then Momo, "if he was okay. He said he was. That's all."

"We figured," Momo said back.

"I asked him during History as well. You know you could have asked him here Mina." Sana returned as Mina shrugged.

"I know, I'm sorry I didn't tell, but, being there and seeing what Reo was doing, mocking his blindness as a joke," Mina gave a cold stare while defending her reasoning, "even though he pressed back, words can hurt just as much as anything physical," Mina muttered and looked at the steering wheel as the two nodded slowly, "(YN) is strong though, he didn't care, he still didn't, but I just wanted to make sure."

GRASP

Mina felt her shoulder being pressured as she spotted Sana's hand and followed the limb to her gentle smile.

"It'll be fine Mina, don't worry,"

"Yeah, we got his back," Momo said from behind as Mina turned to the two once and smiled at the close bond of her two girlfriends.

"Thanks, girls,"

"Yup~" "No prob Mina~ now can you drop me off first cause I want to sleep." Momo ruined the moment as Sana rose her brows and Mina giggled just slightly.

She then started the car and proceeded to tell them what you said to her as well as your navigation skills.

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MEANWHILE

"So? How'd it go (YN)?" Your mother asked as you felt the couch, walked around, and sat down.

"Everything was amazing. It was a crazy, entertaining, and enjoyalbe day." You leaned back on the couch as your parents smiled, "thank you for allowing me to go you two."

"Of course sweetheart, we're glad you had fun," you nodded.

"..."

"..."

It was mute afterwards as your smile faltered and left confused.

"Guys?"

"...sweetie, your father and I would like to talk to you." Your mom spoke with the sudden question.

"Everything okay?" You asked as your mother sat near you and father still standing.

"Yes, everything is fine. Seeing you the past week, going out today and to school, we just wanted to let you know that before all this, having you here since 'then' was for your safety and well-being."

"I know that mom...did you think I didn't see it that way?" You countered-asked as your dad stepped in.

"Of course we did. We're not saying that it's bad or anything, but we also know that living in a bubble isn't exactly how most kids or teens would like their lifestyle to be. And since you've asked us about attending school, wanting to go out and be with others. We've talked afterward and today as well and we don't blame you if you've been wanting this for a while now and held something against us." 

You leaned forward.

"Well it's for a long while, but I promise you that I didn't think of anything ill about this. I mean, sure it can get boring, but it's not torture or anything. Me wanting to be out had nothing to do with you two. I wanted to experience what it would be like to be normal," your expression changed to panic, "wait that came out wrong, I-I didn't mean to say-"

"Don't worry, we get it (YN), there's nothing wrong about wanting to feel that way." Your dad assured with your mom nodding, "we want you to be happy (YN), happy and safe and we, well, I wanted to tell you that me having a hard time with all this isn't because I don't want you to want what you want, but because of me being worried about you."

"I know dad and I can't tell you how much I appreciate you and mom for everything you've done, especially for letting me be at school. And I am happy, with you two, being at school and having already amazing friends and experiences. This is what wished for and it couldn't be any better nor could I have asked for such amazing parents. Nothing in my life would have been without your strife and nothing I say or do could truly convey my appreciation and gratitude for you two. And dad, this goes double for you; you have been there day after day since to make sure my life turned out great this way with you showing me new ways to get around and entertained here and you still are with positivity and passion and no matter how bad things were, you were always there to help. Thank you, dad, really."

Your mom covered her mouth and smiled at your words and turned to your father; as expected, he was on the brink of crying.

Your dad had his eyes flutter and she could see the brimmed tears forming underneath as his lips were worming with a flatline.

Obviously, he was refusing to cry, but your mother couldn't let him refuse that.

"I think your dad needs a hug (YN)," 

You chuckled and stood up as your dad couldn't refuse that notion and gently hugged you into his body.

"I-I love you (YN)...t-thank you..."

"Love you too dad, love you too." You held him back, feeling the shakes from him as your mother joined the family hug of three.

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TIMESKIP 

THE NEXT MORNING

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...

"Woof! Woof! Woof!"

The sound of a dog filled a tidied bedroom of soft purple walls, and dark carpeting with multiple collectibles around the room and desk as a lone person groaned at the canine's piercing calls.

The dog then hopped onto the bed with the person as the individual felt the four-legged friend's action and sighed while opening their eyes and feeling the sniffles around their head.

They rose a hand up and petted their dog as they sat up with a fatigued look.

"Good morning Ray..." Mina yawned smiling tiredly at her dog aka alarm clock.

Ray returned a few licks to a tired Mina, as she sat up on her bed, stretching, while Ray reclaimed his sleeping spot on her pillow and out of the sleeping girl's hair. 

She chuckled at the sleeping dog and shook her head at how lazy he can be. 

Ruffling his hair, Mina gave a quick glance at her charging phone and saw the time.

8:12 AM 

"Well, guess it's time to wake up anyway," looking away to rub the sleep from her eyes, Mina turned to Ray who was lying down in a circle formation already, "alright, time to get up," she reasoned, as a smile quickly forming on her face. 

She jumped out of bed scaring Ray awake again and walked out into the hall and towards the bathroom to freshen up.

"Morning Mina." Mina perked her head at her mom's voice coming out of her room from behind as Mina turned towards her.

"Morning mom," 

"Heading to the kitchen?" Mina shook her head, "well your dad is making quick eggs and bacon,"

"Alright," her mother nodded and walked past her as Mina made her way into the bathroom and closed the door behind her.

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It wasn't long before Mina freshened up and headed into the kitchen to spot her mom sitting down on her phone and dad in front of the stove taking care of two pans with his signature apron on.

"Morning," she welcomed herself as her parents looked towards her.

"Morning Mina," "Hi sweetie, had a good sleep?" they welcomed as Mina nodded, "good, I got a plate coming for you soon," Mina nodded and sat down, "you want a drink? Coffee?" He asked while she waved her hand.

"Juice," she answered as her dad went to get that.

"Woof! Woof! Woof!"

Ray joined the group as the three heard and dad saw his tray.

"I'll give him his breakfast too." He said while resuming his action.

"So how was yesterday?" Her mother asked since she was at work and came home late, though her dad was there to hear about it.

"It went very well, Momo course wanted to buy an entire closet again and Sana could start a fragrance store with what she owns now." Mina joked as her mom smiled, "and (YN) really enjoyed himself. We were glad to see him so happy enjoying his time, even if he couldn't-...well that didn't stop him from being ecstatic, no matter what it was, he gave his whole energy into it. You should have seen him, mom," 

Upon hearing this, her mother frowned.

"You said it was his first time going out?" Mina nodded, "how happy he must have been. It's pretty sad to think that after all this time he was cooped in his home." 

"Well it's understandable (Mina's Mom's Name)," her husband spoke up while delivering the cup of juice to Mina, "if Mina was in that position, we'd do the same." Mina grabbed the cup after a thank you.

"True, but I don't think I could have Mina stay for twenty-four seven, something about it just doesn't feel right," her husband shrugged, "no offense sweetie," Mina shrugged as well while taking a sip.

"Maybe, but it's for the best. Moving along, how's he adjusting to school?" Her father questioned while getting a bag of kibble from under the sink and pouring the contents into his food bowl of Ray as he started to eat up.

"Very well, if he didn't tell me, I'd say he's been in school before. For someone whose first week of it, he's not fazed by the sudden atmosphere. Of course, he asks us about notes and what the teacher write, but he's catching on quickly, his mom was a very good teacher it seems." Mina sipped another time as her dad nodded.

"To lose a feeling at a young age," her mother started, "I can't even begin to imagine the change in his life," her mother looked off into the distance, "to suddenly just stop seeing..." her mom seemed to be into the thought now till she turned to Mina, "...well I'm glad he's doing well,"

"Me too," her dad spoke up, "it may be wrong to say, but if anything it shows that he's adaptable, tough, and brave to go through all that and to persevere and keep going," Mr. Myoui spoke up as Mina agreed a hundred percent, "and we're happy that you're helping in that Mina." 

Mina nodded at him.

"Me too dad...do you two think that maybe he can come over sometime? You two should meet him?" Mina asked as both parents smiled at the suggestion.

"Of course, we'd be happy to." Her mom said back, "...but..." her mother started as Mina's smile went down as a 'but' is always a negative, "now I'm not saying it's wrong, we both want what's best for him, and with you helping him, we know he does have that," her mom said as her dad turned his head, "what I want to say is, and it please don't take it wrong sweetie; don't let the responsibility of helping him take over 'your' necessities of the school and your ballet." Mina rose a brow and an expression of a 'what' face, "I know you have a flawless (grade system) and are remarkable in your dances, but it's almost your last year of high school Mina. I know it's two years away till you graduate, but the time when grades, studies, career, and your life starts to take shape. We want what's best for you as well." Her mother laid her hands on the table as both studied Mina's expression.

Mina can't be mad at her parents for that explanation.

However, they don't realize the extent of how or who you were by not being or talking with you like herself.  

Plus it wasn't like it was anything too demanding and since it was your first week, you had to adjust to it as well, but you were fairing very well Mina had to say.

At least they aren't saying that she shouldn't help you, just to take care of herself too.

Maybe they could have worded it right better to begin with but Mina didn't want to upset them and she was glad that they understood the situation and embraced her role.

So with a nod...

"I understand," both parents were grateful that she didn't overreact, "but helping (YN) isn't going to overtake anything. It's only for school and when we go out. I assure you that I will step up my studies and work but I want to help (YN) in what I can as well." Mina put her words forward with a more serious tone as her mother smiled and dad nodded.

"And that's fine. As we said-" Her mom started but dad came over with a plate and presented it to his wife, "thank you, dear," she picked up her fork and started to pick up her eggs, "as we said, we do feel for him and we're glad that you and your friends are helping him out. And if he wants to come over, poke he can," She finished and started to eat her eggs as well, "Hmm~ this is good, thank you," she said covering her mouth as her dad gave thumps up, "I would love to meet him,"

While what she said kind of dropped Mina's morale a bit, she nodded.

"Thank you, mom. I'm sure (YN) will love to hear that. You too dad," Mina capped it off as her mom and dad nodded back.

"Course," he said while returning to the pan, "your usual Mina?" He asked as she nodded.

"Yes and if you can help me afterward pack for the trip?"

"I sure can." He answered.

"Trip?" Her mother questioned as Mina neglected to inform her.

"Ah, we had this planned yesterday. We're going on a picnic to Suma Beach, (AN: it's near Nishinomiya where Mina resided) sorry, I know it's sudden."

"That's fine, it's what half hour away?" Mina nodded, "I'm assuming with your friends and (YN)?" Mina nodded once more, "wear lots of sunscreens," her mom advised.

"Of course, both Momo and Sana are arriving at ten or something then we pick up (YN)...oh right, my instructor called, and said that I'm to start training this weekend."

"Really? You excited?" Mina nodded.

"Course, can't wait to see my group again. I'll be weird now that a handful left and new ones in." 

"Well with you there, I'm sure you'll put them in shape." Her mom joked as Mina hummed.

"I'm sure my instructor going to put me in that too. Anyway, how's was work mom?" Mina asked as her mom started to tell her about her night at work.

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TIMESKIP 

TWO HOURS

"Alright, Ray. You've gotta me help out. What about this one?" She asked throwing a pink shirt and white shorts on the bed. 

Ray looked and didn't give a reaction at Mina as she gave the outfit a good look and agreed with her dog, "Hmm you're right. How about this one?"

This went on for about ten minutes till she found an outfit they were both satisfied with, well Mina, Ray didn't really give any response.

"Well? What do ya think Ray?" She smiled showing off her new outfit over her.

Sporting a white no-sleeve top with a graphic in the center with her jean shorts and dark leggings and finished off with a pair of vans. 

Ray kept his gaze as Mina nodded.

"I agree," as she looked at her outfit in the mirror, "hmm, well maybe-"

RINGTONE RINGTONE

Mina heard her phone ring out and figured Sana was already at her door.

So she fast-walked towards the door...

"Coming!" She smiled and opened the door, "hey," Mina smiled seeing her friends striking a pose.

"Hello, Mina~" "Mina~" Both girls adjusted their sunglasses while Sana stroked a pose.

Momo wore a red and white striped long-sleeve over jeans shorts that reached to her thigh with white sandals while Sana had the same idea for the lower half except for a white and aqua striped top.

"You two look ready," Mina eyed her friend's fashion as they nodded.

"Indeed we are~" Sana let her hand down, "you look cute too Mina."

"These are my PJs..." Mina pointed at her shirt.

"Still cute~" Sana winked as Mina rolled her eyes.

"Well come in, I'm gonna get ready, and then we can head out." Both Momo and Sana joined her inside as she closed the door behind.

"I'm excited for today," Sana spoke up while the three headed to Mina's room.

"So am I." Momo joined, "it's been a while since we been there." 

"It sure has, and the weather is perfect today too." Mina pointed out as the two nodded.

"Woof!"

"Hey Ray~" Entering the room, they spotted the dog on Mina's bed as Sana added her baby voice and patted his head, "whose a good dog~"

"He was helping me pick an outfit, though I can't really make a decision." Mina eyed her laid out clothes as Momo came closer to the fabrics.

"Well good thing you got us here." She was already shuffling through the items.

"I think I'm more excited for (YN) if I'm being honest," Sana spoke up while sitting next to Ray as the other two girls turned, "he's getting to explore more of the outside world."

"I agree," Mina agreed with Momo nodding, "I can't think of the level of excitement and maybe nervousness from him."

"Must be high," Momo joined in while deciding between two shirts, "though he was 'relaxed' at the mall yesterday,"

"Probably didn't want to be too excited in front of us,"

"I like excitement," Momo said after Sana's remark.

"Well he is more of a 'taking it in' than an 'explosive' nature like you are Momo," Mina smiled at her friend as Momo chuckled.

"I guess so, he's more like you then," Momo pointed out, "he's even into your ballets Mina. I can tell you that no guy in school would be like that," Momo added as Sana nodded.

"Who would have thought," Mina smiled.

"Anyway, I think I found your outfit," Momo said after as Mina joined her side while Sana played with Ray. 

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TIMESKIP

41 MINUTES LATER

In the horizon, the vast ocean lay calm under the bright sun. 

Golden sandbanks lay spread around the beach. 

The temperature was hot, the water was clear, and there was hardly any in sight.

It was a perfect day for an outing.

The car ride had been fun with Sana and Momo singing along to songs on the radio. 

You joined in from time to time, singing along to whatever song you heard before and knew the lyrics to as Mina sat with you in the back with Sana driving.

SLAM

Sana stretched her hands up as she shut the car door behind her.

"Wow, we got really lucky, no one is here at all." Sana looked left and right down the beach, ", especially for a Saturday."

"It is the evening, so most likely most families are working or still waiting till the afternoon." Mina came out as she opened the door for you on the other side.

Momo appeared from the front of the car to join Sana.

SLIDE

"I got you (YN)," Mina spoke from behind as you stepped out with her.

Sporting a white graphic short sleeve top that Sana bought for you, athletic shorts and black flip flops, and with your dark glasses on, Mina would say you were prepared for the beach. 

"Thanks," you said as Mina hummed in response.

"And the sun feels just right," Momo felt the heat on her skin, "I really want to build a sandcastle,"

"Oh yes! We'll build the biggest castle!"

"I call the princess." "I call the princess."

Both of them said at once.

"Eh!" "Eh!"

Both chirped at one another.

"I'm more fitting to be a princess Momo, no offense."

"Oh no way, I'm the princess here." Momo pointed at herself.

"Do they always get into a bicker?" You asked Mina.

"You get used to it." Mina shook her head.

"Fine, Mina, (YN), who's the princess here?" Sana and Momo turned to you two as Mina shook her head.

"I'm not getting involved. Help me with the stuff." Mina let her hand go and went to the back of the car.

"Well then (YN), it's up to you," Momo then came forth and held your shoulder as you felt her being soft on the touch, "pick me and I'll give you an IOU, and I'm good for anything you want~"

Your breath hitched.

"Nonono! You can't seduce your way into the role Momo, no princess does that!" Sana came on the other side of you, "that's an automatic disqualification."

"Oh like you weren't going to do the same."

"O-okay enough you two," You spoke up, "just be co-princesses. It's your own castle, can't you just make up all the rules?"

"..."

"..."

Both girls looked at one another...

"He's got a point," Momo shrugged.

"True, I agree, co-princesses," Sana rose her hand as Momo returned it.

You were glad that was settled though Momo could lessen it... 

"Great now can you two "princesses" help me out," Mina huffed as the two looked at her with a backpack in one hand and a bag in the other.

"Sure," "Yup,"

"Anything I can carry?" You asked.

"Yeah, I got a bag and pack here."

"I'll carry the bag." You asked as Mina saw your outstretched hand and proceeded to hand it to you.

You felt the strap and fiddled around to get it over your shoulders.

While waiting for the other two, you opted for a little chat.

"You don't mind if I don't get in the water right?" you replied.

You weren't an avid swimmer and well, being blind didn't help.

"Course not, we'll stand in the waves." Mina answered, "let's start getting on the sand yeah?"

"Yeah, it's hot I'm assuming?" 

"Sand always is." 

Obviously, anyone who's been to the beach knows this, but you, of course, haven't been here at all.

You stated that you've been here once with your parents, but before the incident and after, it wasn't a thought to come here at all.

That had the trio think of the extent to which you could be missing out.

Nevertheless, it didn't falter them.

"So let me get your hand," you did what Mina asked as you both reached out and held hands, "and we're going to start stepping on the sand."

"Let's do it,"

"Alright, it's going to be a bit tough to walk on so be prepared." 

"Yup," you replied, some excitement filling your voice, "mind if I take my flips off?"

"I wouldn't recommend that since it's going to be hot."

"Just for a feel?" You furthered as Mina eyed your foot and then the sand.

"Alright, it's not going to be that hot, but just a warning."  

You removed your one flip-flop, moved to the left of it, and slowed a bit before sticking your foot on the rough sand.

You gasped as a warm sensation coursed through the soles of your foot. 

It was a soft feeling as you molded the ground, yet firm the more you pressed and you felt the little grains of sand surround your toes along with tiny rocks.

Problem was that it was hot.

"Wow, that's hot," you said before Mina laughed while you slid your foot back in the flip-flop.

"So, how did that feel, other than hot?" Mina asked.

"Soft yet firm, grainy like salt."

"That's sand for you," Mina replied and turned her head to see Sana and Momo joining the two with Momo and Sana both picking the cooler up and with bags on the other hands.

"We'll need to make another trip for the parasol, we'll get it after we put these down," Sana said as she locked the car...

DING

...and put the keys in her bag.

"Need help Momo or Sana?" You offered.

"We got it (YN), thanks," Momo answered.

"Thanks but we're good," Sana answered as well as you nodded. 

"Right then, where should we go? I guess it doesn't matter." Momo searched the grounds.

"Let's go in the middle of the trees and the water." Sana pointed as the group nodded and you followed.

Mina was right when you were treading on the sand. Your feet dug into the pile as you pulled with more force.

"You're right Mina, sand is tough."

"You good though?"

"Yeah."

You could feel the intense heat yet warm breeze brush up against your skin and heard...

SQUAWK SQUAWK

The high-pitched squawks seemed to invade above you.

"They sound close."

"Seagulls, they can be annoying," Sana looked up to see three of them circling them.

WOOOOOSH...WOOOOOSH

You also heard the sound of the sea as what you assumed were waves crashing onto the shore, as Mina told you before. 

"That the water?" 

"Yeah, it's coming in with some force. It'll be a nice time in there." Momo eyed the waves coming in and out.

Apart from that, it was some kids yelling, but those two previous sounds overtook those as you enjoyed the air, heat, sounds, everything to enjoy...till...

"Okay, let's set up here," you stopped moving as Sana and Momo plumped the cooler down in the sand to ground it, "now let's get the parasol, Momo?," Sana added as Momo nodded, "We'll be back," Sana said as they went back.

"Okay, I'm setting up the towels to lie on. (YN) you can put the bag down."

Soon Mina, who let your hand go, gathered the blankets in her hefty bag while you lowered the pack gently as you felt the ground make contact and stopped.

You stood up straight and adjusted your head.

The beach felt amazing so far. 

Course nothing was done, but in the presence of it, it felt grand.

Mina side-eyed you while flapping the towels.

"Want me to describe the beach?" She asked as you turned into her area.

"Actually, yeah...though, can you do something while doing so," you said as Mina stopped her actions and stood up.

"What is it?"

"Well, it may be difficult, but can you describe the colors to me too?" You asked and Mina blinked at your want.

"...you don't know colors?"

"I know colors since mom taught them, though I wouldn't mind if I got a refresher on them. And with the way you described everything yesterday, I enjoyed it." you smiled as Mina couldn't say no.

However...

Describing colors would be difficult, especially for a person who hardly remembered what they looked like.

Still, she didn't see a reason not to try.

"Well," Mina started, "I'll do my best,"

"Thank you," you said quietly, clearly a bit embarrassed for your lack of knowledge on colors, "And don't worry, you don't have to try to give great detail, just whatever you think you can get."

She hummed and looked outward.

Mina only smiled in return. 

Though she could not see it, you could almost definitely feel her smile.

"Okay, open your palm, I'm going to put a shell."

So with that, you held your hand up, palm side up as Mina dropped a quarter-sized shell.

"Describe the texture," Mina asked of you as your fingers pringled around it like a bug.

"Rough and hard," Mina hummed her approval in response. "That's what grey is like. It's strong and sturdy, like a rock. But at the same time, it's lifeless and cold like when there's a rainstorm, though some people enjoy that."

You nodded.

"Now then-"

"And we're back." Sana's voice was heard.

Mina turned to see her and Momo carrying the parasol together and Sana holding what looked like a sack.

"Need help?" Mina offered.

"You could dig a spot," Sana asked as Mina asked you to hold on as you waited there while she made a decent hole for the parasol to be put in.

Some teamwork later and the parasol was opened up to have a large shaded circular area to lie in.

"Nice job girls." Sana said, enjoying their 'hard' work, "so what's first?" She asked as Mina returned to you.

"Here (YN), get in the shade and we can resume." Mina held your shoulder and you nodded as Mina guided you.

"Resume?" Momo asked as a few steps was needed for you to be under the parasol.

"I'm explaining (YN) the scenary and the colors of them." She told them.

"Colors?" Sana repeated like Momo.

"I asked Mina if she could describe colors for me," You mentioned Momo and Sana turned to you, "and yes I do my colors, I wanted more detail." You assured as they might have the same thought as Mina, "and Mina was explaining what grey was by this starting with this shell," you showed a shell in your hand to them.

Both girls looked at it, then you and finally Mina as your main guide nodded.

"I get it, what color is next?" Sana asked.

"I was going to start with tan or brown of the sand. I would say it's that feeling you get when you sit in your room and just meditate or when you're feeling lazy?" You nodded. "I kinda think that's how I could describe tan. Neutral, a slight warmth and soothing," you nodded at that, "here, you can drop the shell," Mina bent down and grabbed a handful of sand as you dropped the shell, "I'm going to put sand in your hand, don't worry, it's not hot." You nodded and you felt droplets on your palm as they gathered and soon overflowed from your palm, "that's sand or tan."

You nodded.

"I agree with that," Momo snapped out of her thoughts mid-way as Sana nodded, "continue Mina."

"You could join in too." Mina offered.

"I don't think we'd be great as you just described it. You got this." Sana nodded at Mina.

"Alright, let's see," Mina looked around and found her next target, "the sun, it's a mix of red, orange, and yellow," she went on as Momo and Sana caught the sun but didn't stare at it for long, "we're standing in its sunshine and just soaking in the warmth. Though the same feeling, each of the colors is different: orange is vibrant and comforting, red's bold and hot, and yellow's the brightest and most energizing of the three." You nodded, smiling at the thought of the description, "I'm not sure if we have anything that describes that now."

"I could say it's you three," you spoke up as Sana and Mina smiled as Momo giggled, "I'm serious: Momo's red, Sana's yellow, and Mina is orange." You said as the three repeated their actions.

"Hehe, I like that~" Momo pointed at herself.

"You are the very definition of red," Sana agreed, "I'm yellow all the way, and Mina is very orangey, keep going, Mina,"

"Yeah, talk about the blue of the ocean," Momo spoke up as Mina turned to her, "I'm enjoying this." Sana nodded.

"Hmm...the blue of the water, feeling the water touch your ankles and hearing them coming in and out on the shore but it becomes a deeper shade of blue the more it goes on and...and even the green of the trees is a very down–to–earth color with the rustling of the leaves in the air is just like the water. I guess the best to describe the two is calming, refreshing, and relaxing. We'll show you those in a bit,"

You liked the way she described green and blue, though it wasn't your favorite colors as your mind was vivid with the colors, and while your parents had simple descriptions of what Mina had, Mina did it with such ease.

Mina took such care in describing them to you as if she really wanted to get it perfectly right. 

"What about the sky?" Sana asked as Mina was fully into this.

"I would say the sky is light blue, thankfully there are clouds to cover the sun, but when there aren't many clouds and the sun isn't burning us, the day itself is bright and lively...speaking of clouds, they're white like snow or milk: a pure and clean color,"

You hummed and rose your head upwards as Mina watched.

"Interesting, what are your favorite colors?" You questioned.

"Pink," "Pink," Both Momo and Sana answered as they nodded at one another.

"Purple," Mina answered.

"Can you describe those too?" You infringed.

"Well pink," Sana started, "umm, is a nice, bright, and sweet color that pops out. Seeing the color makes me warm and calming like flowers or cotton candy!" You nodded. 

"Purple is unique in my opinion, it's a very elegant color I would say. I could say it's like listening to classical music and what it brings." Mina pointed out as you smiled.

"Soothing then,"

"Yes, very soothing indeed." Mina nodded with you.

"Hmm...so the hard grey, lazy tan, comforting orange, energetic yellow, hot red, down-to-earth green, calm blue, pure white, sweet pink, and elegant purple...those all sound very nice."

"They all sound really cool," you said, full of awe.  

And it was. 

At that moment, it was almost as if you could see again, but not in a literal sense.

You almost saw the beautiful hues and shades Mina had told you about. 

The colors that you hadn't been able to remember or imagine had been replaced by a series of sensory-focused descriptions that gave you a sense of how to feel when you heard the names of the colors. 

They weren't perfect and they certainly didn't replace the faint black-and-white memories of colors you'd had from before you went blind, but they were better than nothing and you quite enjoyed hearing about them.

"Thank you three. Hearing those colors were wonderful to hear." 

"Hey it was all Mina," Sana pointed at her, "even I was touched by it,"

"True and I didn't say anything." Momo had to admit.

"You didn't to Momo, I'm sure you would do your best. And I'm saying thanks for everything prior to this. I've told Mina, but you and Sana are very kind for the past week."

"Hehe, no thanks needed (YN), we're happy to help." Momo returned as you nodded, "and I'll  be happy to describe the many other colors and stuff to you as well when we see them." She added.

"Me too."

"Same." Mina and Sana joined as you nodded afterward and now you wanted to get to the fun.

"Thanks, now then, I think it's time we start enjoying yeah? Shall we start building a castle?" You suggested as Sana was happy you said that and brought out her tools of buckets and toy shovels from her bag in swift motion.

"Yes! Let's do this!" Sana was happy that's for sure but before she could leave.

"Wait, our sunscreen," Mina spoke up.

"Momo and I already did before we left the car," Sana said.

"Then we'll catch up, you two can go ahead," she pointed at the shore as both Momo and Sana started to go.

"Hurry up! Come on Momo!" Sana with her child like antics was already running as Momo chased her.

"I call making the river!" Momo rose her hand as Mina shook her head.

"Their energy is high," you noted as Mina nodded.

"You can say that again. Here I'll get the sunscreen," Mina went into her bag and pull out a bottle, "hand out please," you did so and felt a cold liquid squirted onto your palm, "there you go,"

"Thanks." you said while rubbing your visible skin, you weren't going to take your shirt off and neither was Mina as the two finished after forty seconds or so.

"Ready?" She asked while you nodded, "hand," you held your hand as Mina grabbed it in hers and the two of you started to walk towards Sana and Momo already playing in the moist sand of the shore.

"..."

"..."

"...hey Mina," you said to gather her attention.

"Hmm?" She turned to you looking right at you and for a second, Mina felt like you had your sight, staring right at her.

"What color are your eyes?" You asked, thinking back to the time when they first met and you wanted to know what she looked like.

"Black," she replied, "I guess it can be described as...hmm...dark and mysterious." She nodded at her answer.

"...and pretty."

Mina stopped in place as you did as well.

"Pretty?" She repeated as you turned your body to her.

"Yeah, black is all I can see and I've grown accustomed to having it go from a negative to a positive. Since I can't see anything, I'd have to go with my imagination and figure out what the item, person, place, or anything really looks like. Of course, I know some stuff, but getting introduced to new things, it's sort of fun."

Mina kept her gaze.

"It's like a...what's the word that we draw on stuff?"

"Canvas?" 

"Yeah, my sight is essentially a blank, black canvas. The way everything is described to me, heard, felt, everything is shaped in my 'canvas' and rather than trying to be realistic, I sometimes tend to exaggerate or go with what I think. And sometimes those exaggerations lead to being cool, memorizing, and pretty and...and that's why," you turned towards Mina and was almost dead set on her eyes, just a couple of inches to the right of her, "so sure, black is mysterious and dark as you say, but I think your eyes are pretty too."

You didn't falter in your words as you meant what you said and Mina...Mina felt her heart swerve.

Boys have complimented her before, but she knew it was just to be a lucky night with her, but from you, it felt...genuine.

True.

Real.

You weren't trying to flirt, but giving Mina a boost in her self confidence and while she didn't think her eyes were dull, hearing what you said magnified her opinions. 

And now, Mina couldn't control her smile and even chuckled, not from embarrassment, but from the warmth and flattery you gave her.

She didn't say a word for it and instead...you felt something heavy on your shoulder and ticklish on your neck and side of your head.

It wasn't hard to figure that it was the top of Mina's head laid on your shoulder and you didn't mind either as you smiled forward.

"Thank you," 

"Of course Mina," you returned as the two slowly made their way.

Mina knew that she would get teased to oblivion if Momo and Sana saw the position but honestly...she didn't care.

Also...

If this was one week into the school with you, she couldn't wait to see what the rest of the year would consist of.

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AND THAT'S THAT!

Part 2 is done and now part 3 is in the works. 

I promise it won't take long as I have ideas ready to put down like our school experience, Reo/Mina/You, Mina's recitals, and a future situation!

Oh I can't wait (rubs hands)

No spoilers though.

Thanks for pausing your life to reading this! Vote/Comment and thanks again! 

[chaos-thirium]

Prompt: A stoic Nines and reader. The words? Spoken by Nines: "Don't do this."

:o

Thank you for the ask! 💙 I wasn't sure which direction to go for this one, and therefore it went somewhere quite random. Hopefully you don't mind!

From this prompt list if anyone wants to request one too 😊

“Don’t do this,” he said.

His face was unreadable. It often was, although you’d gotten good at translating his micro-expressions over the last few months. There was nothing there now, only a beautiful, stoic mask. Ironically, his lack of expression told you plenty about what he was thinking.

“Nines,” you began. A warning.

The graveness in his voice took you aback. You’d been expecting him to mask his tone as much as his face. Perhaps he’d realised how little he could hide from you. It was a flattering thought, considering how he could fool almost everyone else. You wondered when he’d figure out why that was.

“I have to,” you said.

“You don’t, actually.”

“And let someone else do it? How is that fair?”

He had no answer for that, and for a moment his lips moved in a disgruntled twist.

“I don’t like it,” he stated flatly.

You couldn’t help the little amused smile that found its way onto your face. It wasn’t often that Nines allowed himself to say something so unnecessary.

“Your opinion is noted,” you said. “But it’s got to be done, and I’m not gonna duck the responsibility. What kind of example is that to set?”

You started walking, only for him to stubbornly fall into step beside you.

“I don’t want you to get taken advantage of,” he admitted.

You fought back a smile. “I won’t be.”

Something new seemed to occur to Nines, and his usual perfectly-calibrated gait almost faltered, causing a clumsy step that was too subtle to be called a stumble, but was an unheard-of display of inelegance for him.

“I…forgive me, I…I’ve misinterpreted the situation.”

You shot him a sidelong glance, unsure what was going through his head. You hoped you knew what it was, but you couldn’t be certain. Not yet.

“Have you?” you asked simply.

“I believe so. I did not realise the…attention…was welcomed.”

There was an edge to his voice that sparked more hope in your chest, and you wasted no time in calling him on it.

“Nines, are you jealous?”

“Of course not,” he retorted immediately.

It was such a human response, so defensive, that you couldn’t help smiling. You’d reached your goal, however, so you put the conversation on hold.

After studying the slumped figure in front of you for a beat, you lightly punched it in the arm, eliciting a groan.

Gavin lifted his head, eyes glassy, squinting as he struggled to focus on you. He never could handle strong liquor.

“There you are,” he slurred. “You’re so fucking gorgeous. Come home with me, I’ll show you a good time.”

You sighed, unimpressed, and Nines looked set to snap his neck then and there.

“I’m taking you home,” you said to Gavin, “but I’m leaving you there. Alone. To sober up.”

“I’m fine.”

“You’re not fine, I just found you passed out in a bar.”

“I was juss taking a nap,” he protested. “Getting my energy back for you.” He tried to wink, but it seemed to confuse him greatly, and he blinked slowly at you like a sleepy cat.

Slinging his arm across your shoulders, you hoisted him off his bar stool. He was so far gone, he didn’t resist, sagging against you as you struggled to hold him up.

“Mmm you feel good,” he mumbled, hot, sour breath on your face.

You grimaced, but started to lead him out of the bar. Nines stepped up to help you, taking most of Gavin’s weight. His expression was so murderous, it might have been entertaining if you weren’t distracted by Gavin’s horrendous attempts at flirting. You’d thought they were bad enough when he was sober.

Nines was truly jealous of this?

You needed to reinforce his self-esteem.

It was a blessedly short trip to Gavin’s apartment, made to feel longer by how talkative he suddenly was. You and Nines wrestled him onto his bed, where he tried to make you lie down with him, apparently unbothered by the android’s presence. You even went as far as to leave him a glass of water and some aspirin for when he woke up, which was above and beyond, in your opinion. Thankfully, he was snoring gently by the time you left.

“Thanks,” you said to Nines as the two of you made your way out of the building. “You didn’t have to help, but I’m glad you did. He’s heavier than he looks.”

He acknowledged your thanks with a nod, but his words broached another subject. “You didn’t want to stay?”

“Hell no.”

“But I thought…”

“Yeah, why? I thought you knew me better than that. I have standards, you know.”

His LED spun yellow as he processed.

“Nines,” you ventured, tone softer. “Why were you so set against me taking him home? Was it because you thought I’d want to stay?”

“No, it’s like I said, I didn’t want to risk him taking advantage of you in his inebriated state.”

“I can handle him. What’s really going on?”

“Friendly concern,” he said. The mask was back.

You inwardly sighed. It seemed you were going to have to steer the conversation more than you’d initially intended.

“And you’re certain you weren’t jealous?” you asked, taking a step closer to him.

“I…” He faltered at your nearness, LED flickering.

“Because honestly, if he was flirting with you and I thought you liked it, I’d be jealous too,” you said. Meeting his intense, icy gaze, you played your entire hand. “Actually, I’d be jealous if you liked anyone’s attention more than mine.”

He tilted his head, considering you for a long second or two. “Truly?”

You nodded.

“I see.”

You nodded again.

“That changes things,” he declared.

“It does?” you said hopefully.

“Yes. Because now I have a hard decision to make.”

You eyed him with concern, unsure what his stoicism was hiding this time. “Oh?”

“Yes. Do we go to your place or mine?”

You let out a relieved laugh, looking up at him as he closed the gap between you further. “You know the answer to that.”

Nines shot you a wicked smirk. “Yes: whichever one is closest.”

[theoceantot]

Chapter 5

After talking with Bruce I decided I wanted to go try and find everyone else. Hopefully we would still get along even though I wasn't feeling young. Eventually I found them in the kitchen making breakfeast. Tim was flipping eggs, Dick was getting drinks for everyone and Barb was setting the table. 'Alfred must not be feeling well' I thought.

"There she is! Good morning sunshine" Tim waved at me

I waved and smiled a bit averting my gaze

"Not that talkative when you're not in little space huh?" Barbara laughed.

"I was threatened with my life if I spoke what do you expect"

That must have came off rude because they seemed suprised that I said that. I mean it was the truth i'm not gonna sugar coat it. Being little was so much more easier than being big. At least I didn't really have to communicate.

"Anyways, Bruce said that you guys need to help me with my powers and stuff so when can we start?"

"After breakfast, do you like eggs? If not I can make something else"

"I like eggs just fine thanks Tim"

"No problem kiddo"

When Tim gave me my eggs I started eating really fast, afraid that this was the last meal I was ever gonna have.

"Its not going anywhere kid slow down" Dick laughed

After I finished I was a bit embarrassed. Its just that they didn't feed me a lot in that cell. I'm just scared that any minute now they'll bust through that door and take me away. To the dark place. He left me in pitch darkness until he came down to play with me some more. So when the light came on I knew things were gonna get bad.

"Sweetie are you okay? You're spacing out" Barbara asked and reached her hand out to touch me. I flinched and my eyes must have turned blue because everyone looked a bit scared.

"I'm okay"

Nobody looked convinced but they let it go.

They took me outside where there was a hug pool. It even had a waterfall which I thought was really cool. Geesh this guy was rich rich. Barb wanted to review what I could do with my powers. So I walked on the water, breathed underwater, and moved the water with my mind.

"Nice job, but now lets try to do some attacks. Do you think yoy can do that"

My mind went back to slicing those guys in half and suffocating the madman. What if I accidently hurt them?

"I don't wanna hurt you guys. Last time I used my powers I killed people" I shuttered and started crying. Those little feelings were coming back. But I need to be big. When I figure out my powers then I can regress. Have to be stronger.

"Kid we promise you wont hurt us now just show us what you can do" Tim encouraged

First thing I tried to do was the water strikes again. Tim and Dick dodged it easily. Suprisingly when it made impact with the manor it didn't damage it just left wet marks.

We all trained for a couple more hours so I could figure out new attacks and how to use them. Still wasn't able to hit them at all so that sucked but I'm a little grateful just incase I accidently hurt them.

More attacks I could do was

1. Slam the ground and make water come out

2. Launch a water ball that trapped them in a water bubble for 10 seconds. (I missed the attack on Dick and hit a nearby chair

3. Control the water and make it attack for me

I'm so tired from all of this. All I wanna do is find papa and have him hold me. Barb must see me getting sad because she comes over to me and takes a pacifier out of her bag and gives it to me.

"You've had a long day haven't you little bat. How about we go find Bruce and he can take a nap with you"

I tiredly nodded my head and held my arms out for Dick to carry me. He took me in his arms quickly and started teasing me

"Why are you so tired baby? You didn't even hit us" He laughed

I babbled in annoyance and hit his back obviously not hurting him with how weak I was. By the time we made it to my nursery I was already half asleep. Bruce thanked them all for training me while he put me on the large changing table taking off my clothes. For some reason Perse didn't care about Bruce seeing her in her underwear and bra. She knew he wasn't going to judge her body or do anything to her. He just wanted to get her comfortable. Bruce put Perse in her crib and covered her up in the soft pink blanket. Perse started to cry reaching up at her caregiver not wanting him to leave her alone

"Baby I'm right here I'm not going anywhere"

Perse still continued to cry out wanting to cuddle with him while she fell asleep.

"Do you want me to hold you? Is that it pumpkin?"

She nodded and stopped crying. Bruce chuckled and took her out of the crib and went into his own room where he layed Perse down and layed next to her where she quickly fell asleep.

(Meanwhile)

Jason has been getting tortured for 6 months by that sick clown. He didn't lose hope that Batman was gonna save him not knowing that he wasn't coming. Nobody was coming. Joker was going on about how they should team up and wreak havick on the innocent. Jason was tuning him out until Joker said something that made his whole body run cold.

"Just like Bats and his new kids"

"No he wouldn't!" Jason protested

"You think! So this isn't Batman then? Weird. The pointy ears are usually a dead giveaway" Joker said showing him a picture of batman and Tim.

"No..."

Joker laughs as he takes out the next picture

"You thought that one was bad? Look at this!"

Joker showed Jason pictures of the sliced up dead bodies that Perse killed and then showed a picture of her wrapped in Batmans cape.

"So Batman will save a murderer but won't even come save you? How disappointing is that?" Joker laughed.

"Im sure he took her to arkham right after"

"No no no no no Jason my boy! He took her in as his own! Shes now a member of the batfam. Isn't that just sweet" Joker took out another picture that was taken that day of Batman sitting with you on a building. Both your legs hanging over the edge with Perse leaner into him smiling softly.

"I didn't want to show you those photos really I didn't. But it was the only way for you to get closure. Now I know it hurts but sometimes you gotta be cruel to be kind"

Joker then proceeds to beat Jason with his cane. 'After everything we went through he can just replace me like that? I'll destroy him I swear on everything'

[apupp3tw0-strings]

Darkness up in the Attic

Date: October 16th, 2131

Vile, violated, disgusted. I don't even know where to start with describing what happened. The only thing I can focus on is how... invaded I feel.

Do any of you know what it feels like to hold a human soul? No? I really REALLY wish I didn't know the feeling. Even staring at the so- at that THING in the jar I shoved it in, it makes me uncomfortable.

Okay okay, back tracking. Focus. Gotta give context. Okay so Kris, CK, and Jevil came over today. Puncle Sans was gonna come too, but he was apparently busy napping. They came over so Papa and Kris could better sort out how to help Spam and Jev. So while they talked about that and other adult stuff, CK, Jevil, Spamton and I got out some legos to play with.

The day seemed to be going well, even with Jevil pranking and antagonizing Spamton. However I found something... interesting when I took Spamton to the other room to cool down and hopefully prevent him from strangling Jevil. The door to the attic. It was like... pulsing darkness. Just like the door to the school storage closet was when CK and I first stumbled into Castle Town. Someone had opened a Dark World in the attic.

Obviously I remembered what Kris and Seam had said with the Roaring and how multiple Dark Worlds were bad, but I also knew that my sister, Broadway was up there, and I hadn't seen glam come down yet this morning. Glee must've still been up there. I thought about telling Kris but... what if Broadway got stuck up there in the Dark World when Kris closed it. What would happen? ... So I tried calling CK over instead.

After convincing CK we should at least scope this out before grabbing the adults (gyeh, funny how usually HE'S the one convincing ME to do reckless and stupid stuff like this), CK mentioned how we probably need someone to distract Papa and Kris so they don't get too suspicious. Which is where I suggested Spamton and Jevil distract them. CK was the one who suggested they distract the adults by misusing Papa's kind heart and desire to help people, for the record. While Spamton seemed apprehensive to the idea, Jevil ended up dragging it off before it had much chance to object. I presume the plan worked, even if I seemed like Jevil mostly just ended up annoying Kris and Papa focused on talking to Spamton (which I guess is a good thing?) by the time we got back, and no one ended up following us (though know I sorta wish Kris did...)

We landed in a rocky, cliffy place filled with cobwebs and dust, and at first I was separated from CK. Wasn't too long until I found him though, as i could hear him sneezing from like, a mile away. As we were thinking how a Dark Fountain could have possibly been opened up here and just what exactly Broadway was doing in the attic, we were suddenly attacked from above. Someone was flinging a bunch of rain drop and frog shaped bullets our way, meaning we had to run as fast as our legs could carry us. That was until we came to a dead end...

It was okay though! The attacker turned out to be an old frog plush I used to take everywhere and have had since I was like, a baby. Remienotta, aka Remie. (I always wonder where I'd misplaced her, guess she was up here all along.) Turns out Remie thought we were working with some dude called The Magician (who we encountered not long after) and that's why they attacked us. After that was cleared up, Remie offered to help us find Broadway before jumping off the nearby cliff, using her umbrella to float down Mary Poppins style, and lead us to her fort.

At Remie's Fort, we ended up running into Broadway, who looks even more like a teen idol pop star in the Dark World and was VERY excited once glee realized that THIS was a Dark World like the ones I'd been talking about all week. Also at the Fort is where we encountered The Magnificent Magico, aka The Magician for the first time. A tall blue Darkner with ana 8-ball for a head, a somewhat unsettling grin, floating hands, and wearing a stage magician's get up. He crashed through Remie's barricade before declaring he was sent by the High Priestess to stop us from closing the Dark Fountain. Aaaaaas well as informed us that the only way to leave was by closing the Fountain. (Gyeh. Great. Just our luck right? It gets worse later.) After that Magician had some Halographic Ruddins attack us before capturing and making off with Broadway.

And thus our new party consisting of myself, CK, and Remie continued forward through this new Dark World and entered the Dusty Plains...

To be continued in next entry, I need to at least TRY to sleep. (Considering how today went however, I'm not sure how successful I'll be in that.)