#hurt my mc 2020

[still-a-morosexual-help]

okay so lately I have seen a lot of people claim they hate mammon bc he steals from mc, and like there's nothing wrong with disliking a character lol but I don't recall mammon ever stealing from mc?? like the only thing I can think of is that one time in season 1 I think where he was going through their stuff and said he was looking for something to sell (I think?? it's been a while) and beel straight up calling him a liar lmao l'm just wondered if I missed something? or if this is just newer players who maybe misunderstood that one scene? and I figured if anyone would know it would be you lmao

I got so fucking pissed about this (not at you anon <3) cos this is the third time I got an ask like this, that I scrolled all the way down my 'Obey Me Mammon' tag to June/July 2020 and then slowly scrolled my way up pulling all the receipts I could.....I saw this immediately after you sent it and I just finished now...... turns out it takes 5 straight hours to go through my Mammon tag😶

I have answered this exact same ask twice before and I can only assume it's new people? Like honestly you can't play the game for a long time and still think this (they prove this false within the game in LESSON FOUR)

Not only does Mammon NOT steal from MC, he also:

a.) Gets legitimate/legal jobs whenever he wants to buy MC something (which is pretty frequently)

b.) Shares the money with them when he comes into a large sum of money

But anyway here are the links to the posts talking about all this:

(everything is directly taken from canon or based off canon)

A.) No he doesn't steal from MC

• Full Summary of the Lesson 4 locked chapter where he goes through MC's stuff and a compare and contrast of what we know about Mammon from future lessons, events, devilgrams

• First post talking about this, goes more into detail about him not stealing from them

• Second shorter post about how he doesn't steal from them

• They're literally Partners in Crime

• He straight up refuses the Midas touch (multiple times I believe) after realising it means he won't be able to touch MC anymore

• HEADCANON that maybe he steals/borrows their clothes, with their knowledge, to wear

• In the small introductory manga page they say the thing he likes as much as money is MC

• In S3 he admits to loving MC more than he loves money

B.) He goes out of his way to get MC Presents (which we works actual jobs to earn money for)

• Mammon at the Office Devilgram, where he gets an actual office job so he can buy MC a watch he saw them looking at

• In the Movie Date Devilgram he rents out an entire theatre for the two of them because it was the anniversary of the day they first met

• In the You Always Ride Shotgun Devilgram he rents out a pool for the two of them

• He's always giving MC presents

• Usually he buys matching things for them

• He buys them shoes in their favourite colour

• Mammon's love language

• He wants to share his winnings from a lottery with MC

• He finds a secret second map in the pirate au event and tells only MC so they can share the treasure

C.) It's not just MC, he puts the others before Money too

• In the Presents From Mammon Devilgram he buys presents for everyone

• In The Guardian Demon Devilgram he saves a 9yr old orphaned homeless human girl from a mugger, fosters her and plans to pay for all her needs until she's an adult/can provide for herself - which is why he's always in debt to the three witches who look after her for him, there's also extortion going on from them towards him

• He'd rather lose the entire fortune he won than make Luke upset

• List of times he's put others before money

• He straight up tells Luke he doesn't mind missing out on a reward as long as it means Luke is alright

• Socks for Beel

• He gets a stone for his birthday which can give him whatever he wishes for, he wishes for fortune to come to whoever has the stone and then gives the stone to a student who tried to hurt him

D.) How Mammon works as a character

• Solmare makes you form certain expectations about him and then starts breaking them within the next few lessons and it's amazing to witness

• Friendship, Actions & Reality Vs Calling MC 'Servant'

• Mammon, MC and their Friendship

• Mammon being smart and why he comes off as an idiot

• His thoughts about himself vs MC

• He's actively changing and growing as a character and he knows it

• How Mammon actually views himself

• Why there's a difference in his level of affection in public vs privately

• Jerk with a heart of gold trope but better

• Mammon and how much he cares about consent

• How outsiders see Mammon vs how people from the city see Mammon vs how his close friends and family see him

• Chasing some creep away from MC

• How his relationship with MC changes and grows throughout the season

E.) Other reasons to love him

• Examples of how much he loves MC

• How supportive he & MC are of each other

• Some of his funniest moments

• He's objectively terrifying

• Mammon being a good brother

• He's extremely ride or die for MC

• He waits for MC when they've got to stay late at RAD for other work

• Despite being an ancient being all his best memories consist of the time he's spent with MC

• He created a whole line of toys based around missing MC

• Everything he says about loving MC in his 2022 birthday event

• List of things he's good at

• The amount he loves MC

And this is just a few of my posts about mammon, his character and what there's to love about him

And look it's MORE than okay for people to dislike a character but at least dislike them for something that actually happened?

[inkly-heart]

So...,

inkly, I just found out something bizarre and it became an accidental sleuthin' on my part. Because of that, I have, A LOT of questions playing in my mind more than ever. I still haven't gone through all of the content but this is what I got so far

P.S (I'm sorry if I ask too much, please do not be intimidated by the number of questions I'm gonna send soon, you can ignore them or take your time to answer them. I'm doing this in case I forgot, so please tell me to stop if you are overwhelmed. I'll be out of your hair after I asked all of them if you let me.)

Now,

Since I found you around the year of 2022, I'm pretty sure you have oodles of OC content before 2022 (veteran 2020/2021 followers can vouch me for that) that has been lost in time.

BUT

I accidentally found some and here is my first finding :

Damon and Venni are housemates/roommates

Damon has a crush on/likes Venni.

Venni likes/loves Angel

Venni has experience dating with Angel once

Venni and Angel broke up because Angel doesn't like to be in a relationship.

Venni is heartbroken.

Venni knows that Damon likes him but he 'rejected' Damon.

Hence, why DG dislike Venni.

Then Venni is introduced to Catherine (somehow)

Angel (doesn't like?) Catherine.

My first question is :

If your answer is yes, then I proceed to my next question :

Since all of these characters belonged to Br<3ken Colors, does all of this information takes place in the game as well?

If yes,

How does it play and when did it happened in the timeline of the Br<3ken Colors game? Does it happened a few months before the game takes place? Or maybe a year before the MC is introduced in the picture?

My third (or maybe fourth) question is :

Does Damon still like Venni during the time in Br<3ken Colors game? Does he still like Venni after he met and fell in love with MC?

My fourth (or fifth) question is :

Does Damon still lives with Venni in the game? If so, why did he stayed? Does he resent Venni in some way?

My last question is :

How come DG doesn't kill Venni? Or if he did, how many times did he attempt to kill Venni?

If your answer to the first question is NO, please ignore all the other questions.

Thank you.

Yours truly,

Sleuthin' Red Blob

The things what happened between these guys I have decided to change it because I didn't like the "story" anymore between them long time now.

To keep the answer more simple and focus more on the new story I won't explain their old past since it's erased.🤔

Their new past-

-Angel and Venni became friends when they were still at school but one day Angel's parent's decided that Angel will be home schooled so they got separated and since her parents are very strict she couldn't really keep contact with Venni. Angel's parents are very picky who they talk with (if you're not rich/popular you're not worth it) so they wanted to make sure she won't hang out or talk with other Hueväri who they don't like.

But when Angel moved away and got more "control" of her own life she bumped into Venni one day where they then started to hang out again. (Angel's parents are still keeping contact to her, still causing her stress. They don't know all the things what she does nowadays)

-On Damon's part. He had crush on Angel but since she is very popular he never really got a chance to get close to her and tell her about his feelings so when the times passed he slowly began to lose the hope that he could ever be her boyfriend what eventually end up to giving up and moving on with his life. It was tough for him but it hurt even more not being able to reach to her. (not to mention he doesn't like being constantly jealous. Which happens a lot when he had to watch others fawning over Angel.)

(This also happened before Angel met Venni again so Damon didn't know about him. So DG doesn't have negative feelings towards Venni anymore either.)

[rose-tinted-vision]

Floating Youth (冰球少年 lit. trans: Ice Hockey Youths)

For Gab @randomingoftherandomness, who so kindly asked me to yap about them

Now, if you liked Hikaru no Go (2020 live action), this might be up your alley too.

Floating Youth is at its core, a slice of life drama about a group of teenagers/university students who dream of winning an Ice Hockey championship, and tells the story of their growth and relationships with one another as they work towards that goal.

(you can skip this part if you're here for the Tea 🍵)

Main Character 1: Shen Zhouzhou (portrayed by Zhu Zhengting)

the textbook rich kid who is pressured by his father to Reach Greater Heights

is actually a softie under that cold and aloof personality

actually listened to Chen Che when he told him to gtfo (it's a Whole Thing)

deserves the world honestly

Main Character 2: Chen Che (portrayed by Bai Shu)

was raised by his grandmother and loves her dearly

is the passionate, hot headed half to Shen Zhouzhou's (MC 2) rational and taciturn's other half

has a high EQ when it comes to everyone else but Shen Zhouzhou

Shen BingBing (portrayed by Xu Hao)

Shen Zhouzhou's little sister

unofficial PR manager of the Ice Hockey team, occasionally livestreams, extroverted unbothered queen

cares for her brother a lot

The Tea:

So I likened Chen Che and Shen Zhouzhou to Shu Guang and Yu Liang mostly because Chen Che is also the more 'happy go lucky' character to SZZ's level headedness.

(Though they differ in the sense that they weren't childhood rivals but childhood best friends who were practically joined at the hip. Until university, where their family circumstances drive a wedge between them).

so over the course of the first few eps they break up argue at least 3 times

honestly though they just have each others best interest at heart but as I mentioned above, Chen Che has EQ with everyone but SZZ (poor guy)

SZZ also goes Abroad to train (like Yu Liang) but its Worse in his case because he didn't willingly go and well. He wasn't welcomed there either.

He does eventually manage to come back though! But It Gets Worse because Chen Che thinks that SZZ will only be able to reach his full potential in Ice Hockey if he trains abroad rather than in their small town, so he tries pushing him away (it does not go well. my boy develops anxiety).

"What do you mean the two of you are fine! You guys never communicate clearly, each one dawdling more than the other!"

and honestly everyone can see how they're hurting and messed up because of their communication issues. everyone but them im-

If my shitty sales pitch somehow convinced you to watch the drama, here are some links to watch it on YouTube:

There's the English Dub version, original Chinese version (no subs), and Indo subs version

The only painful thing about this drama is that there's no English subs for it 💔 it's truly putting my Chinese to the test

[rottenraccoons]

Not sure if this has already been asked yet, but how did the team come up with the four love interests in the first place? I feel like the hardest part of developing a character is figuring out how to start. All four feel so wonderfully complex, and are not very "trope-y," which is what I struggle with the most. Thanks!

Aw, thank you! I love answering stuff like this, so I decided to go through my process on Keir and rambled a bit. I'll put my answer under a readmore for brevity.

For us, we started building Obscura with the idea that we wanted to do something dark and mature, and began with developing a setting. Once we picked and started building out the marketplace under the mountain, we could start asking ourselves "why would anyone go to this place?" and work from there. (Vesper's fractum anima is one answer to this question that we really liked for the MC.)

"Thief" feels like a pretty natural role for a marketplace, and Tobi made it clear that she wanted to develop a very dark character, so I thought a more heroic Robin Hood-type character would be a nice contrast. My original concept of Keir was for a thief who burns for justice in a deeply unjust setting; think shounen-anime hero and you're in the right neighbourhood. Pretty tropey, and I say that with love! Proto-Keir would be a delight to write in a different story.

But the rest of the team didn't think that type of character really suited the dark tone we wanted to work with, and they were right. So we took the trope and twisted it. Yes, he's a good man who burns for justice in an unjust world; and he is extremely burned out. And that twist on the formula unlocked Keir for me and the rest of the team. Burned-out Keir could be exhausted and sarcastic and even cynical about the world, bitter about the state of the marketplace and very protective of Mouse Hole as a place he can improve.

This isn't to say that "burned-out activist Robin Hood" is an original characterisation that's never been done before; TV Tropes has a whole page on the Knight in Sour Armor, which deals with similar characters. But it was the foundation we could build on as a team to make a character that felt strong enough to be a romantic interest.

I've mentioned this before, but one of the inspirations I draw from when I write about the marketplace is the awful Web3/crypto environment, a topic I enjoy reading about mostly for the schadenfreude and ended up learning about as a consequence. For Keir, I use concepts like activist burnout and compassion fatigue, things I learned about much more intimately in 2020 (you can guess why). Taking these real life ideas and bringing them into my writing is my favourite way to add depth and texture to characters and settings. If you're looking to do the same, try looking outside fiction and see what things interest you, then bring them back to your fiction.

Not to say that tropey characters are a bad thing! I could write a whole other essay on the utility of character tropes, especially in the world of romance games. Tropes can be a great place to start constructing characters to ensure that they all have their own appeal, and they're just fun to experience as a reader, especially when it's one of your faves. There's no shame in being a bit tropey, if it suits the story you want to tell!

(And if you're looking for a bit of extra ~secret sauce~: give your characters two things they want super badly, but getting one thing will compromise the other. Safety and love are a classic pair; safety often means staying closed off from other people to avoid being hurt, love requires opening up to others. Then let them struggle with those competing wants.)

[poly-mc]

Lore dump

CW: Blurred line between IC and OOC under the cut; trauma

My OC, Poly MC, is basically just me. I came up with that, after figuring out that I have feelings for all the brothers in the game Obey Me. This lead me to believe that I'm ambiamorous🦋

For more info on me, you can see my intro🪷

Full name: Fairwish Chanzé Breytenbach

Birthday: 25 February 2002

Age: 22

Gender: A fairy sitting on a leaf, looking over a beach and the ocean, under a starlit nightsky. I am that fairy🧚🏽✨️

My own flavour of non-binary 💛🤍💜🖤

Pronouns: Sea/star

*Please see my intro for a more in-depth explanation on that

How to use: Sea is cooking for starself. Basically, you replace "she" with "sea" and "her" with "star"

Sexuality: Pansexual

Nationality: South African

Race: Mixed (50% Black, 50% White)

Culture: Afrikaans and Zulu

Height: 5'1 (157cm)

Things I like doing: Colouring🧑🏽‍🎨, painting 🎨 video games 🎮(I played A LOT of Nintendo 3Ds as a kid, but now I mostly play Genshin and Sky)🎮, mobile games; 420 (eating and smoking)🍃, jigsaw puzzles🧩, cooking 🧑🏽‍🍳(my parents never tought me how to cook, so now I'm experimenting and teaching myself)🍲, singing🎤 (I guess I'm okay🤷🏽), dancing🕺🏽 (at least I have fun😂), writing poetry✒️

Likes: My boys❤️, my rp kids💖, my Bubba🐱❤️my bio mom🫂❤️, food, music, anime, animals, making people happy, rain, the ocean

Dislikes: My adoptive mom (she's narcissistic), hurting people, pedophiles, bigots, Trump

What I look like/Selfie dump:

I don't take a lot of pictures of myself, because I don't really like the way that I look most of the time😅 Recently, that's been getting a lot better though, since I got top surgery, started showering regularly again and taking better care of my hair. This allowed me to find a look that I really like on myself🤩 These are the only pictures of me that I feel comfortable posting right now, though ☺️😅

I'm an AuDHD-er (autism is self-diagnosed) and am currently recovering from what I suspect is burnout. I'm pretty sure I burnt out during high school. When I was in school, I always had to work harder than everyone else in class, on account of being the slowest. I write slower, make more mistakes and sometimes it takes me longer to process information. A lot of times, this caused me to hold everyonein class back with lessons and made me feel very ashamed. Every year, with a new class, I knew that I was the slowest out of everyone there. I also have a really hard time studying, without writing everything down or highlighting everything.

Everything started going downhill in 10th grade (16 yrs). It was really scary, having to watch as my grades/marks went down more and more with every passing term. Mostly in Science and Maths and sometimes EGD (Engineering Graphics and Design). No matter how much or how hard or how smart I worked, they just kept going down. If they weren't going down, they were stagnant. And I was the nerd. I was constantly spending my time with my nose in a book, or doing some type of homework or studying. Every afternoon, immediately after school (and all evening), even during breaktime/lunch - I would sit and do homework. I never went out with friends, went to parties or sleepovers (in high school. I did have and go to sleepoves in primary school, though. Those were fun). My whole life revolved around school. In high school, I didn't really have close friends. You know when you're friends with someone, but you only ever see them in school? It was like that. Those were the only friends I had in high school. So, essentially, I didn't really feel like I belonged anywhere.

Electrical Technology was fun, though🙃 I was the only "girl" in class, so being the top student and getting better grades than the boys that bullied me, felt that much better 😆😂

Having my final year in 2020, really did it for me. 2019 is the last time I remember everything being "normal". I still have a semblance of regret for not being able to have that high school anime (love) story that everyone talks about. *Sigh🌸* It was also really tough, knowing that that was our year of lasts and we didn't get to do all the things that students usually do in that year. I still remember the feeling of not being able to hug my teachers or my friends, how empty, quiet and orderly the hallways felt. Lifeless...It was horrible.

I could go on, but I think I'm going to end it here🌿 I feel that's enough trauma for today😂 Remember, if you have any questions my asks are always open🌼 I'm pretty much an open book with people I feel safe around and I feel really safe and loved in this community🫶🏽 So, I don't really mind talking about my trauma and past experiences with you guys 🤷🏽 Don't expect that from other people, though 🙅🏽 They might not be as comfortable about it. Just because I am, doesn't mean that they will be too.

Okay, bye🌻

[cursedonyx]

Ideas for HL fics that I may or may not write

I have too many ideas rushing around in my head so when I start one something else almost immediately takes over so I need to put them all down somewhere or I’ll pop

🧠 – Only an Idea (so far)

🗺️ - Currently Plotting

📝 – Started Writing

📗- Finished

🌶️– Smut (all smuts are aged up)

🍬 – Tooth rotting fluff

Modern Day AU Thingamajigs

🗺️ Sebastian and Ominis get transported the modern day (1800s wizards in modern day hilarity)

🗺️ Ominis is transfigured into a locket by one of his enemies and is only released in the current year – he has to adjust to his new surroundings and come to terms with everyone he’s ever known being dead. Plus the whole Voldemort thing. Who can help him adjust but a modern witch? (modern day au kinda /romance/HP cast mentioned/Harry does NOT like Omi 🥺)

🧠 After MC mysteriously disappears, the entire HL gang find a special time turner that sends them all into the future where they find MC, who has no idea who she really is. Will the gang get her back? (hijinks and hilarity/Imelda joins a rugby team/1800s wizards in the 2020s/they probably go to a concert/angsty/romance/amnesia)

Alternate HL Retelling

📝🍬🌶️ MC is stuck in a time loop where she goes back to the start of fifth year each time it ends, retaining her previous knowledge. On her seventh consecutive run through, she’s determined to get it right. (HL retelling/jaded MC/friends to lovers/MCxOminis/mentions of previous run-throughs/memories of spice/actual spicy scenes/MC goes through varying stages of being dominant)

🧠 Solomon is the one to use AK in the catacombs, and MC leaps in the way to save Sebastian. Something in him snaps when she dies, and Sebastian will stop at nothing to exact his revenge, and Ominis is willing to help. But how far is too far? (Dark!Sebastian)

Post-Hogwarts Bibbly Nonsense

📗🌶️ Sebastian is sent to Azkaban after fifth year despite MC and Omi wanting to protect him, and they work tirelessly to get him released – after several years, they succeed, but he’s a shell of his former self and needs some serious tlc to get back to normal (angsty/pain/romance/smut/wife-sharing/caring MC/engaged OminisxMC/NursingMCxSebastian)

Read it here

🗺️🌶️ At the end of fifth year, it’s not Anne that leaves to get her head together, it’s Ominis. Unable to cope with all that’s happened at the end of fifth year, he leaves Hogwarts in the middle of the night and no matter what MC and Sebastian do, they can’t find him. Several years later, they catch wind of concerning news: someone is systematically killing off members of the Gaunt Family, and their desperation to find their friend reaches fever pitch (Circumstantial Dark!Ominis/married SebxMC/smut/angst/OminisxMC)

📝🌶️ Ominis is captured by his family. When he returns, it’s as if the Gaunts have turned him into their perfect progeny, and he’s completely unrecognisable in character. Sebastian and MC have to find a way to draw out the Ominis they know and love, and their methods are a little unconventional. (locked in a room for a month/OminisxMC/SebastianxMC/Mind-Altered-Dark!Ominis/angst/enemies to lovers/muggleborn MC/smut)

Pure Filth

🗺️🌶️ MC, Seb and Omi’s first threesome (short/smut/Ominis needs coaxing/might include this in my main fic so)

🗺️🌶️ Garreth wants someone to try out his new potion, but after several hundred failed experiments, no one wants to drink it. He slips Ominis the potion when no one’s looking, and only MC can help him overcome the ‘hard’ effects he’s undergoing. Heh. (smut/desperately horny Ominis/Shy and embarrassed Ominis/Subinis)

🧠🌶️ Sebastian shows the world he’s just as happy and cheerful as he’s always been, but inside he’s suffering from all that happened in fifth year. He needs some love. (praise/adoration/Sub!Sebastian/angst/hurt-comfort/smut)

📝🌶️ A vengeful Hobhouse uses a permanent sticking charm to glue Ominis to the first person he walks next to, and that happens to be MC. They manage to get to the Undercroft and have to find a way to get out of their glued clothes. Shame MC wriggles so much. (Pure fucking smut)

🧠🌶️ After fighting a gang of poachers, Sebastian finds himself all tangled up. MC could help him out of this predicament, but why would she when he’s bound, helpless, and so very obviously aroused? (Smut/Bondage/Sub!Sebastian)

Other

📗🍬 A cat adopts Sebastian (cute/fluff)

Read it here

🧠🍬 Sallow Twins & Ominis hijinks (daft/fluffy/mischievous)

🧠 Leander has a crush on Anne. Sebastian is NOT happy. (protective brother Seb/he’s older by five minutes so he’s technically a big brother)

🧠 MC’s period is late. Sebastian and Ominis freak the fuck out. (funny/a bit angsty/she’s not actually pregnant thank fuck)

If y’all get inspired by these feel free to use the prompts, just drop me a credit as an inspo and I’ll do a silly happy dance 🥰 If there's a particular prompt you want me to focus on let me know and I'll try and force my fae-brain to behave and focus on that 💚

Masterlist

[sonjuponju]

now YOU tell me about YOUR ocs...!!! (if you want) is your pfp enix...🧡

IT IS IT IS!!! that drawing turned out so good i just stick it everywhere now 😭

the thing about my ocs is that i hardly get anything done with them if i don't have someone to constantly validate my choices and help me build ideas and stuff so most of my stories are pretty incomplete and all over the place 🥲 but i do have some bits and pieces that i can share!!

ima put everything under a read more cus there's gonna be a LOT of stuff. you really don't have to read all of it if you find it longwinded, i just really love rambling about my dudes (but only if someone asks 😭)

ENIX, he/him - he's actually one of my older ocs, i created him way back in 2017 when i was like 11 😭 fun fact! his original name was vixen but due to the definition of the word bugging me i recently changed his name to enix :3 another fact but kind of an embarrassing one - he used to have DID, and my 11 year old ass played RIGHT into the "evil alter" trope, so yeahhhh... the only good thing to come out of that was that the "evil alter" eventually became a wholly separate blorbo, named feliks! who we will get into now B)

FELIKS, he/him - my fucking sweet baby. my angel. he has gone through so many transformations it's hilarious

here he is in his "evil alter" days. already got the black eye to signify his "evilness". though i don't think it took very long for me to decide that he was actually the host of the body, not enix. in any case his usual day-to-day activities included pissing everyone around him off and trying some evil schemes every now and then

in like 2018 i got REALLY into this visual novel called "the arcana" and feliks was the ex best friend of the MC my friend cooked up for our version of the story. i didn't want him to be a cyclops for this iteration because i thought it didn't fit the theme, so he had to get a human design. he didn't have DID in this version, but he did have an identical twin brother, named vance. in this story feliks killed vance and became the boyfriend of the villain of the story, also becoming one of the villains in the process. his ex best friend ellis ended up defeating him and he got hanged with his boyfriend for their crimes

now here's where the story gets really juicy. feliks reincarnated in the modern world, and i think i ditched him having DID and instead the "alters" turned out to be the fragmented parts of feliks' dead brother's personality. vance had basically come back to haunt him in a form that was kind of comparable to alters, but also not really

the main arcana characters alongside ellis also reincarnated and ended up finding feliks (who was still evil btw). they were kind of like a friend group for a while until shit hit the fan when everyone found out that feliks killed his brother way back in their past life (they had no idea up until now). ellis became incredibly angry with him and him being a magician turned feliks into water and put him in a vase so he wouldn't be able to hurt anyone ever again

before this happened though i think ellis and his also magician boyfriend were able to piece vance back together and give him a body, so he was reincarnated too. after receiving a second chance at life, vance got himself a boyfriend, and even got married with him. the happiness didn't last for long though when feliks was able to sneak himself in his water form into vance's husband's water bottle. the husband drunk the water and ended up possessed by feliks 🙃 feliks killed vance AGAIN, was able to return to his own body by also killing vance's husband, annnnddd... then ellis caught up to him and beheaded him with his scythe. (god i still love this story)

after death feliks became a demon in hell, and that's basically where his story ends. idk i must've gotten another interest at this point because i didn't get any further with the story

in 2020 i decided to revamp him AGAIN, this time making my own fantasy universe for him. i got a couple of my friends involved with it too (this was basically a species i made specifically for that thing and my friends made ocs of that species). the story for it was really juicy too but im not gonna be telling about it cus it's almost identical to my current project with him and i might wanna make it into a real thing one day so.. SPEAKING OF WHICH

HIS CURRENT DESIGN. MORE PHOTOS.

I AM SO NORMAL ABOUT HIM!!!!!!! GAAGAHAJJSDJDKSK

anyway. yeah, there isn't much i can tell about the story, but i can tell you about how SHIT it is trying to come up with fantasy clothing. i am no fashion designer, not by a longshot, so my boy has his tits out 24/7 because i can't think of anything he could wear (and also i just love seeing him bare chested ❤️). i kinda don't even know where to start with the clothes cus i don't want them to be the generic european medieval stuff you see in fantasy CONSTANTLY and i am awfully lazy at researching anything that isn't my number 1 interest so. yah. to combat not being able to draw him with a canon design, i made a domestic modern au 🫶

here's feliks and his roomie clancy :3 they are my biggest blorbos rn and i would REALLY love to talk more about them but um. yeah this post is long enough especially considering there is still one oc i wanna mention

here's valo!! she is feliks' sister. you might think wait you didn't mention feliks having a sister? no i didn't because she is his BROTHER. I GENDERBENDED VANCE. BECAUSE IT WOULD FUCK. and yeah she is absolutely incredible i love her from the bottom of my heart. valo and feliks still have kind of a complicated relationship but at least in the au feliks doesn't kill her :D she's just kinda chilling with her gf until i come up with a story for her too

so ya that's all i wanted to talk about for now!! if you read this far then thank you 😭🫶 i had so much fun writing this. i was busy the whole day today but i just kept thinking about how much i wanted to answer your ask haha. i didn't plan for it to get so long though but im super grateful if you read this far 🥹

[misc-obeyme]

I’m sorry but this vampire event is so good??? I love it???????

Spoilers & such below the cut!

I was a little confused at first because I really thought the side characters would be turning into vampires, but the bros were the only ones that did. But! I actually liked it this way lol.

Some events are pretty underwhelming while others are just okay, but every once in a while we get a really good one. This varies for other people of course depending on faves and what not. But I thought this was a really good event.

I loooooved that we got to spend most of the time with the side characters. I love them all so much.

Not gonna lie, though, I did get some real life 2020 flashbacks due to the whole quarantine and pandemic stuff.

Like I wish I’d been this delusional in 2020.

But what I don’t understand is why Satan got sick? They said it only affected fallen angels, right? And yet Satan got infected? My guess is this was just easier than having him be the only brother who was immune. I’m not gonna read into that lol.

I also enjoyed how the shorter end route was just humorous while the longer end route was more involved.

I mean what’s an Obey Me event without the usual brotherly nonsense right?

This whole part was just too funny.

But then in the longer route, things get more intense. The way MC works together with all the side characters to handle the brothers and stop the virus… that was pretty epic! And then the little chat with Diavolo and then Solomon just having a whole conversation about biting you.

Yeah and then we get to say we want him to bite us and he’s all well I don’t want to hurt you… and like okay that’s sweet and all, but that’s kind of the point Solomon! You can’t just say something like that and then back out!

I also loved how much Luke content we got… our son is so cute!

Yes because feeding the brothers garlic meat pies that Solomon made is being nice about it lol.

And oooohhhh this line was so coooool. I would think Barbatos is the only one other than perhaps Diavolo who could actually take on Lucifer. And he does it with a smile lol.

I’m also a little curious about all this talk of actual vampires in the Devildom and how Diavolo wants to be friends with them. Is this something that’s event specific or is this relevant to the overall story? It feels event specific but it’s interesting to think about how something like that could change things.

Anyway, I haven’t felt compelled to write a post about an event in a while, but I really liked this one!

[ikemenfanfiction]

Isaac: Before You...

Ikemen Vampire Fanfiction (Aug 2020) masterlist

Featuring: Isaac Newton x Reader Word Count: 900 Disclaimer: Original characters are the rightful property of Cybird. Note: These stories occur before our MC falls in love with a vampire, so in some cases the featured characters may still be learning to get along—or that they don’t?—with each other. Warnings: None… well, there may be a few cheesy physics jokes? (Fluff) Premise: Climbing Trees You are working in the garden when you hear a plaintive cry. Upon searching for the source, you discover Vincent’s pet racoon Brush is stuck in a tree. Apparently, he was trying to get something shiny out of a hollow limb and could not be convinced to let go and come down safely. Deciding there was nothing else to be done you finally scale the tree in an effort to save the poor screeching creature. You discover that you can break away part of the hollowed part of the limb and free Brush’s paw. With one more screech in your direction the racoon makes off with the shiny button—his new treasure—without a backward glance. It is only then that you realize your predicament. Despite scrambling up the tree with ease in an effort to save the distressed animal… getting down was an entirely different matter. Isaac As you watch the racoon disappear you found yourself envying his freedom.

“Seriously Brush?” You asked despite doubting he could hear you. You glanced around and not seeing anyone around that could possibly help you—or just embarrass you—you decided that one way or another you were going to get out of this tree. Hopefully without breaking something? You scooted back to the main part of the trunk of the tree and you were just trying to lower yourself closer to the ground when a voice startled you. “What are you—” The exclamation was cut off by your own startled yelp. You were so surprised your grip on the branch slipped and down you tumbled onto… someone. “I-Isaac?” You asked in disbelief when your eyes focused on the person you’d landed on. Okay so he’d actually partially caught you before the momentum of your fall pushed you both onto the ground. “What in all the heavens were you doing up there?” The usually reserved and quiet vampire demanded. “That kind of fall c-could—uh—”

Suddenly realizing how close the two of you were—and that you were on his lap—Isaac’s face went bright red. “C-could you get off me please?” “Y-yes! I’m so sorry Isaac! I can’t believe that happened. Are you hurt?” You scrambled off of his lap getting to your feet and offering him a hand up. He took it hesitantly but drew his hand back quickly as soon as he was on his feet again. “No, I’m fine, but… What do you mean you can’t believe that happened? Do you have no concept of gravity?” His ears were even redder than before and he would not look you in the eye. “Well I—uh—may have miscalculated the velocity of my descent.” You tried to sound as apologetic as possible, and he actually looked up at you in surprise. “Oh…well… I guess that… wait! You aren’t patronizing me, are you?” He folded his arms defensively. “No! I really didn’t think I’d fall like that!” You protested. After seeing the way Arthur and Dazai were always teasing him you couldn’t blame him for the skepticism. “Good.” He huffed looking only slightly relieved. “I wouldn’t try that again, either. You could easily break something in a fall like that.” “I promise I won’t. Next time I’ll definitely find a ladder before even attempting to climb that high.” You tried to be reassuring. “But, thank you for—uh—interfering with my velocity.” “You’re welcome, I guess? I—uh—I’d appreciate if you wouldn’t mention this to anyone? I’m certain Arthur and Dazai would start teasing me about thinking you were an apple.” You barely managed to stifle a laugh, “No way! I promise I don’t want them to know about me falling from a tree either. I really am sorry for landing on you.” Isaac shrugged. “As long as neither one of us are hurt there’s really no need to mention it.” His ears were getting red again, and it was pretty adorable. You glanced away hoping that by not staring at him he could feel a little less embarrassed. When you did, however, you glanced instead at the branch you’d fallen from. Suddenly your stomach did an anxious flip. Isaac wasn’t kidding! That branch was much further up than you’d realized, and you really could have been hurt. “Could I bring something by to your room to say thank you?” You asked, suddenly feeling like you owed him more than an apology. “I wouldn’t want to interrupt your work, but I have this apple turnover recipe I’ve been dying to try… could I possibly bring you one?”

“I guess so… If you really want to that is? If you end up too busy to make them though don’t worry about it.” Isaac said backing away from you self-consciously. “You really will use a ladder next time?” “Yes! I promise.” “Good.” With that and a wave he left. The shy vampire wasn’t quite fleeing the scene, but you suspected he’d reached his limit at completing that much small talk with you. Maybe you should ask Sebastian to deliver the turnover so the poor man wouldn’t have to relive his embarrassment in front of you again later?

[staydandy]

Memorist (2020) - 메모리스트 - Whump List

List by StayDandy Synopsis : Dong Baek has an extraordinary ability. He can peer into the memories of whoever he touches. With his supernatural power, get-it-done attitude, and eye-pleasing looks, he is fervently revered worldwide as a superstar detective. However, when his punches meet with suspects before words, he can be a bit of a headache to his comrades. Eventually he meets his match when we comes upon a serial killer with abilities that transcend his. It's going to be a fight worth watching. (MDL)

Whumpee : Dong Baek played by Yoo Seung Ho

Country : 🇰🇷 South Korea Genres : Action, Thriller, Mystery, Supernatural

Notes : This is a Partial List - I didn't list every bit of whump, just what caught my attention the most • Adapted from the webtoon by Jae Hoo • If you like He is Psychometric you'll probably like this one (or vice-versa). Both have a MC with a psychic power that can lead to burnout/consequences, & both are thriller/mystery cop shows. Though I think Memorist has a slightly darker vibe to it.

Episodes on List : 6 Total Episodes : 16

*Spoilers below*

01 : Dong Baek faints after a tough read

08 : Faints after a bad read ... stabbed during a fight

11 : Hurt after fishing a firefighter out of a building, collapses after his read

13 : While escaping is hit by a car ... suffering the consequences of power

14 : In bad condition but continues to do reads, even though its killing him

15 : Shot

More Whump Lists for this show: love-me-a-lotta-whump whumpetywhump

[surik-i]

One and Only - L. Heeseung

‒ pairings :: lee heeseung x fem!oc

‒ genre :: fluff, romance

‒ warnings :: none

‒ word count :: 1.8k

‒ synopsis :: heeseung and daiyu were one of korea's famous idol couples until their life schedules drew them apart. it's now been a year since their breakup and something unexpected happens.

‒ songs recommended :: Night We Met by Lord Huron + Please Never Fall In Love Again by Ollie MN + When She Loved Me (slowed) by Sarah McLachlan

“One, Two, Three, Hello everyone! I’m Cai Daiyu and this is-” Her eyes beamed happily, turning her attention to the man beside her. “Heeseung of Enhypen!” Heeseung replied as the two waved to the camera, creating a little heart. Two idols, South Korea’s most loved couple, stood in front of  Music Bank as the MCs for the show. To the camera, they were the perfect couple, with no flaws, and for a while, they were just that. They had everything you could ever look for in a relationship, the communication skills, the love that fired, they’ve even countless times met each other's parents. Everyone in Korea did think they would get married, but even if moments seemed happy, they were not all beautiful.

  “I feel our relationship is not working out for us both. Busy schedules and you heading on your world tour, it’s become harder and harder to see each other,” Daiyu now spoke as she looked sadly up at Heeseung. Her heart was shattering every second as she knew what had to be done about their relationship. He was her whole world, but that world had now begun to split apart from one another as they drifted out of the Milkyway. She tried to keep her composure steady, not break down so quickly. It hurt, it really did. They’d been together since 2020 and now it seemed that they both rose in popularity and couldn’t keep holding one another’s hand. As much as they tried to hold it, there was a force that pushed their hands down.

“I understand,” Heeseung replied sadly, understanding what the two had to do. Those two years were the best for him and now they were only memories. He wanted to hold her close to him, one more time, one more day, one more year before she completely left him. He could not imagine a day without her, but now he had to make the decision of letting her go. With the final works of goodbye, their lips met one another in a final longing kiss, one neither wanted to pull away from, afraid of the goodbye. The feeling of one another’s warmth grew cold, and with one last admiration, they went their separate ways. 

Cai Daiyu went back to her hometown in China, handling more of her idol career under the sub-entertainment label of her one back in South Korea. Heeseung continued life in South Korea, having small interviews from time to time where he had to let the media be reminded that they broke up on good terms and that they just could not make ends meets. No matter how many times Daiyu was brought up in the conversation and how many times he pretended as he had moved on, nobody compared to her and he still found himself crying at night to missing her touch and wanting nothing more than to just hold her throughout the night. He blames himself, telling himself that he should have just told her to stay one more night, one more night for him to make things right. Heeseung missed her to death, his heart was in pain and aching for her, only her.

Daiyu sat at her desk, removing her makeup for the night as she did her final stream for the day. She was answering a few fans' questions, the sounds of soft lo-fi music in the background. She looked at one comment catching her eye almost instantly. “Post a selfie if you miss Heeseung.” She thought read it, letting out a quiet hum before clearing her throat. “Thank you all for coming to my live, I’ll talk to you all again tomorrow. Bye my lovelies!” She smiled softly, waving goodbye to the camera before ending the live stream. Once the screen showed the live ended, she slouched back in her chair, a sigh escaping her lips.

Had it really been a year since they ended everything? She missed him so much still, but she could never find herself to admit it. She missed him so much, no matter what, he was her one and only who made her feel like she was always on cloud nine. She wanted more than anything to go back to how they were. She missed him all too much. Why was she the one still crying over him? From all the interviews she’s seen of him, it looked like he seemed so happy doing what he loved. She wanted him so badly, but he was no longer hers and that was the end of the story. “Could we ever really go back to how we were before?” She questioned herself with a small snicker. The breakup seemed to shock the whole world, even her parents who yelled at her for ending it. They all knew he was the only one she needed and yet, she let him go because she got so scared of the future, the future of growth. Why did she do that to him? After everything they went through, she was so quick to run away. Was he taken again? In a secret relationship? She wasn’t so sure, all the scandals of dating seemed to be completely all false, and yet she feared one day those false ones would be true about him.

Getting up from the chair, she decided to take one more selfie for the night, laying in bed and soon snapping the picture before posting it with the caption, ‘Heading to bed now, see you all at the fan meet tomorrow!’ Once the photo she put her phone down, but with all too quickly, her phone buzzed and her heart seemed to start racing all over again. She was amazed, maybe even shocked of who was texting her at this our. It was no other than Lee Heeseung, the one man she had been missing for a whole year now, he was texting her. 

( Heeseung ) I missed you too

Daiyu quickly rose up from her bed, her eyes were widened. No way was he actually the one who commented that. This could not actually be happening, she had to be dreaming, something. There had to be some other explanation to this and not him actually missing her as much as she was. After all, he looked so happy, there could be no way that he loved her still. She decided thought o reply back, playing the dumb card on him.

( Daiyu ) When did I say I missed you?

( Heeseung ) Don’t try to act cute, I know that you miss me too

( Daiyu ) Too bad, I’m all the way back in China, don’t think it will work out

( Heeseung ) I… I can fly to China….?

( Daiyu ) You’re not busy?

( Heeseung ) My work can wait just to see you :3

( Daiyu ) You sure?

( Heeseung ) I’m sure

(Heeseung ) You know how much I missed you

( Daiyu ) Then I guess I’ll see you tomorrow <3

She turned her phone off, screaming into her pillow happily. Daiyu was kicking her feet, that fluttery feeling in her heart returning to her. She was going to see Heeseung again, the one she forever wanted to stay with. What would they even talk about? Was he maybe wanting to get back together? So many questions ran through her head as she was excited to see him again. Lee Heeseung, her one and only man, the one guy who was capable to sweep her off her feet. She couldn’t be anymore happier.

The next day arrived as Heeseung arrived in China, waiting patiently for Daiyu. He wore a black cap and black mask, alongside a black leather jacket, white t-shirt, black loose pants, and some black high-heeled boots. He seemed to fiddle with his hands nervously, wondering how this meeting would go and if the two could maybe start again. He wanted to, more than anything was to be with her. With all the countless restless nights he’s had without her, he wanted more than anything to wake up in the morning with her by his side. He didn’t want any more of the nightmares that followed without her by him.

Daiyu slowly made her way to the airport, her bodyguards by her side as she walked, scanning the area for Heeseung. She wore a black shirt with a semi-turtleneck, black high-waisted shorts, a white lapel coat, and black knee-high boots. She also wore a white mask. Lifting her head up, she finally found his standing figure, a wide grin forming behind her mask and before she knew it, she was running up to him, jumping into his arms for a loving hug. “I’ve missed you.” She finally confessed, tears falling down.

“I’ve missed you too, my one and only,” Heeseung hugged her tightly, but his eyes filled with tears. He kept blinking, he was happy to finally see her again, but at the same time, he was crying. It had been soon long and now, he had her in his arms. He could finally hug her again just like he wanted to. His head now rested on her shoulder, pulling him as close as he could, not daring to let her go. 

“I wanna give us a second chance,” She admitted, the tears continuing to flow down her cheeks as she looked up at him. She needed him more than anything in her life, she couldn’t to lose him again. This was the man she dreamed of every day and now she was hugging him again. She felt so stupid for breaking up with him and now she could finally say she wanted to be with him again. She wanted the old relationship back and she hoped that he would forgive her for ever doubting them.

“S-second chance….?” He seemed stunned by her asking him this. He wasn’t expecting her to just come right out and confess, but yet again he wanted to hear those words from her. This had to be a dream, but yet it wasn’t. He was actually hugging her and the both were just crying now. All those feelings they had for each other before, it was still there, they still loved one another even in times of not being together. Forever and always, Daiyu was waiting for him, just like he was waiting for her. 

“I don’t ever want to lose you again,” Daiyu now slid her mask down, looking him in the eyes and showing him she was ready to take that leap in coming back to him, that she was serious about this relationship with him.

“I don’t want to lose you again, let’s try again. Let’s start dating again,” And with that, Heeseung pulled his own mask down, pulling Daiyu closer to him as he pulled her into a sweet and loving kiss. He missed this, he missed her, and now he had her again, He had the love of his life. After a year apart, they could finally be together again. May the moons and stars align, for now, and ever, they were each other’s one and only….

[marshmallowprotection]

I hope this doesn't come across as rude, offensive or upsetting since I saw a lot of people coming to your askbox. People need to know that Cheritz can't cater to all their needs and wants. I've seen too many people demanding, complaining and just... being ungrateful in general? And here I am feeling relieved that they still want to release these CGs despite no new in-game content since 2020. Even the comment about MC's body is quite upsetting if I'm being honest. I get why people would feel insecure over it but if they're being careless with their words, it could be potentially harmful for people with that type of body and going through a difficult time. We don't know what people are going through and struggles come with all body sizes and types. I don't even look like MC and it doesn't stop me from enjoying the new art in general. Maybe if people really want an art that's catered to their specific looks, they could consider commissioning someone or draw it themselves. I know plenty of artists that would be honored to do their requests. Ballet shoes come in one same design and it's really up to the dancers on how they want to mold, adjust and change their shoes according to their comfort and priorities! Cheritz just give us the material and it's up to us on what to do with it. It just rub me the wrong way on how people react so strongly and quick to complain when there's plenty of solutions right in front of us. Thankyou for reading this far Kait and I hope you have a nice weekend ahead 🩷

I don't think that Anon intended for their message to come across as harmful. It can be difficult to have no representation of yourself in the media. I just wanted to point out that it's important to be mindful of our words sometimes, especially when we're expressing our personal hurt we've experienced, because sometimes our words can hurt the people around us even if we don't intend them to. It's important to be thoughtful!

Because, hey, I am upset that there's not a lot of representation for plus size characters, too. It's gotten a little better recently compared to what it was like when I was a kid, but we've still got a long way to go to make a change so little kids don't learn to hate their bodies like many people already have. It takes forever to unlearn that kind of self hatred, and even longer to learn how to love yourself again.

I just wanted to point out to the anon that we should be mindful of how we express our distress at fatphobia by not tearing other people down in the process, either knowingly or unknowingly. Because, at the end of the day, fatphobia is rooted in racism and a bunch of total bullshit that hurts everyone.

I do support commissioning artists, though. If you want to see art of yourself or your character that fulfills the idea you have, support your favorite artist to get it! I do that all the time and it fills me with joy to see art that fits my niche if I couldn't draw it myself.

[relativelydimensional]

A List of BL for Connie (P2)

we're back baybeyyyy @ceieon has watched most of her first list so the time has come again for me and @bansheeeeeeeeeee to rec some stuff. As always you can watch these in (almost) any order connie so enjoy <3

After the introductory list we're going for a more specific criteria:

shows for the post-Bad Buddy blues

more mature pairings, found family vibes, acts of service, and pouty rich boys

and shows for your interview with a vampire comedown (aka messy and possibly supernatural shows).

1. A Tale of 1000 Stars (2021 , Thailand)

Okay so you loved bad buddy which means you NEED to watch 1000 stars because it's made my the same guy, P'Aof, who we love and cherish. This show is about Tian, a spoilt rich boy who lives life on the edge until he learns he has heart disease and gets a heart transplant. His donor is a lovely volunteer teacher called Torfun, who is a literal angel and died in a car accident (rip torfun). Overcome with survivors guilt, Tian moves out to the rural village Torfun was working in to continue her work. The village is on the border of Thailand and thus is vulnerable to danger from militia/criminals/arms traders/generally not nice people, and is under the care of the forest guard headed by Chief Phupha, who is ridiculously hot for no reason. This is all very hallmark movie tbh, with Tian escaping the pressure of the city to find himself in the countryside and also he and the chief are the only two hot people so obviously they have to get together. Their dynamic starts out as very antagonistic and banter-y, but it quickly shifts into soft territory. It's just a really lovely story about two people who have gone through a lot, and find a home in each other. The pairing, phutian, is more mature than patpran, and the chemistry between Earth and Mix is sooooo palpable it kinda hurts to witness it. FUCK ME this show is JUST SO GOOD. Also drake is here <3

If you want: rural escapism, hot men in uniform, the MOST steadfast and romantic love story ever told, love at first fight, mature MCs who like each other and are assured and confident in their relationship, shirtless product placement, the perfect amount of angst, knightley and emma vibes, and there was only one mosquito net, this is the show for you.

Number of Episodes: 10. Length of Episodes: 1 hour. Watch on YouTube or Viki (but it's less fun :(((( ) .

2. Where Your Eyes Linger (2020, Korea)

(Imagine me in an alleyway with a long trench coat beckoning you towards me). Hey kid,,,, i heard you like bodyguard AUs and power dynamics,,,,maybe a little codependency on the side? I've got a few for you but how about this one to start? Its short, its korean and goddamn does it hit.

Tae-Joo is a pouty rich boy with a knack for getting into trouble, Kang Gook is his stoic and repressed bodyguard who protects him from everything. They're codependant; they go to the same school, both do judo together, hell they sleep in the same bed! Don't question it, the tropes are truely tropeing in this show and thats all we care about. This show is truely a BL speedrun. All together the runtime is less than 90 minutes, we know hardly anything about these central characters but who cares they're compelling. Small warning for ear stuff.

If you want: repression, power dynamics, forced proximity, INSANE chemistry, codependency at its finest, jealousy, and a nice low commitment watch, this is the show for you.

Number of Episodes: 8. Episode Length: 10-15 min. Watch on Viki

3. Moonlight chicken (2023, Thailand)

Note: please watch 1000 stars before this (and give yourself a good amount of time/shows between them).

Moonlight Chicken was P'Aof's next show after bad buddy and BOY was it a good one. Departing from adapting pre-existing novels, this is an original story written specifically for the actors Earth and Mix (as well as for specific side actors too!). Set in post-covid tourist town Pataya, Moonlight Chicken is about Jim, the owner of a struggling diner which is famous for selling hainanese chicken rice. One night he meets Wen and they spend the night together. I know you're not a prude like me but just a warning these two fuck in part 1 of ep 1 and after 1000 stars it can be a shock to the system (also more ear stuff so a warning for that). As their relationship progresses we learn more about both of their messy past relationships and how those relationships have shaped them. It's predominantly character driven so it makes for really interesting drama and nuanced critiques of queer identity in thailand.

ALSO there's a lovely side love story between Li Ming (Jim's nephew) and Heart, a lonely kid who has recently become hard of hearing and isn't supported by his rich/able-bodied parents. These two are honestly the highlight for me, it's a really sweet and understated friendship turned romance. It's also quite nuanced in its exploration of disability and the lack of services for disabled people. I was so suprised by the actors Fourth and Gemini who are so young but literally carry this whole show on their backs?? Sensational. I also wanna give a special mention of First and Khaotung who both look so pretty when they cry <3 Also mark pakin is here.

If you want: sexy one night stand which turns into something more, a more mature couple who work through their past relationship baggage, found family, a MC who is the guardian (but not parent) of an angsty teen, a VERY WHOLESOME and soft side couple, good disability representation, yummy commentary on the experiences of queer people in Thailand, and the single most hysterical line in BL history "isn't it difficult enough being poor? and now you're gay?", this is the show for you.

Number of eps: 8. Episode length: 1 hour. Watch on YouTube

4. We Best Love: No. 1 For You (2021, Taiwan)

TAIWAN IS IN THE HOUSE BABY! I can't believe we haven't recced you a Taiwanese show yet....although no I can believe it because these guys don't mess around and their shows can be kinda full on. This is a nice starter though, nice and short with only 6 episodes, great tropes and chemistry that'll knock your socks off. The premise is simple – Zhao Shu Yi is another pouty rich boy who has been in a hearted one-sided rivalry with Gao Shi De who he HATES because he's always ranking second to him in school/sports. Gao Shi De on the other hand is in a one-sided unrequited situation with Shu Yi, and is only #1 in anything so his crush will notice him. When Shu Yi is heartbroken bc his two besties just got together and he had a crush on the girl, Shi De uses it as a prime opportunity to get closer with him....by blackmailing him into being his little servant around uni..... Because this show is Taiwanese it goes kinda hard with the manipulation and toxicity hahahah but trust its way less toxic than a lot of other BLs. Delicious tropes are everywhere in this one, and the rivalry aspect will certainly help heal the wounds left by bad buddy. Small warning for someone singing in ep 4.

If you want: academic rivals to lovers, power dynamics, forced proximity, jealousy, there was only one bed (actually it was two singles but they pushed them together), acts of service, a tsundere MC and a pining but confident love interest, silly fun times with a side order of toxicity, and a second season I deleted from my mind bc i hated it so much, this is the show for you.

Number of Episodes: 6. Length of Episodes: 23 min. Watch on kisskh

5. Our Dining Table (2023, Japan)

There has been a distinct lack of cosy japanese shows on this list so far and for that I am sorry. But let me offer you this soft domestic treat as a reward for your patience. Yutaka is a lonely introvert who has some family trauma. One day he's minding his own business eating his lunch in the park when a ridiculously cute child accosts him and eats his lunch. The kid's older brother/guardian is very apologetic but asks Yutaka to come back to teach him how to cook rice balls. Truely this concept could only happen in Japan where its apparently not dangerous to invite random dudes who give your kids rice balls in public parks over for dinner. Anyway this show is found family at its finest, soft and low stakes with cute characters and a nice slow burn. It's very reminiscent of other japanese shows, specifically cherry magic, where the introverted MC connects with his love interest but is also forced to connect with the lovely other people around him. Also idk where they found the little kid playing Tane because he just so chaotic and cute it makes me wanna scream.

If you want: found family, acts of service, domesticity, a shy MC coming out of their shell to their partner, a rough around the edges but fond love interest who is the guardian of a young child, youngest child trauma rep, a hot older dad, and the universal japanese BL love language of rice porridge, scarves, and tamagoyaki (japanese omelettes) this is the show for you.

Number of episodes: 10 + a special. Length of episodes: 23 min. Watch on KissKH or Billibilli.

6. Midnight Museum shut up its BL (2023, Thailand)

Between March and April of 2023 I was INSANE about this show, it was all i thought about, it was all i talked about, it was all i read about. It OWNED ME. The show is about Khatha, an immortal loser who literally can't use facetime bc he's such a grandpa, who runs a museum for cursed artefacts. He meets Dome, who mysteriously looks like Khatha's "brother"/lover/little bud from many centuries ago. Also every ep we're looking at a new artefact and also there's an evil cult that may or may not be related to Dome's lookalike. GOD, how do I even explain the plot to you? Half of this show is set in the eponymous museum but the other half is set on an asteroid??? Some of it is a period romance, and some of it is a detective show. THE christian god figures as a semi-major character? Everyone is hot but absolutely NOBODY is fucking its insane.

I'm going to be clear with you, this show is not good. Does the plot make sense? no. Is it well paced/written? Debatable. Is it acted out by some of gmmtv's best to such a sensational level you can't look away? YES. Give this one four eps and i promise you'll be as crazy as me, as soon as the monster of the week format dies down gmmtv pulls out all the stops. Nanon and Tay are personal faves throughout but Tor and Gun are also sensational in their acting and commitment to the queerbait. I think this could be a good one for the IWAV comedown because it's steeped in gothic homoeroticism and its supernatural too.

If you want: hot people, queerbait at its finest, supernatural lore that barely makes any sense, monster of the week turned conspiracy theory, proof that god himself wants to fuck Gun Attaphan, all your problematic faves, and evil Nanon Korapat tag teaming it with Gun in the olympic sport that is serving cunt, this is the show for you.

Number of episodes: 10. Episode Length: 46 min. Watch on YouTube

7. Only Friends (2023, Thailand)

You were there when we were watching this so I know you remember how insane we were when it was on. This show also covers the interview with a vampire comedown criteria in that it's full of sad and toxic gay people. This show is truely just a big old slutty mess and i enjoyed every second of it. plenty of yummy pairings, hot people and depending on what order you watch this list in some familiar faces too. Plot? It barely has one. But why is this some of the best written character focused tv ive watched?? Everyone has a fatal flaw and acts according to that. Mew is a virgin. Top is a manwhore. Boston is a sociopath. Nick is a literal criminal. Ray is a slutty alcoholic. Sand is into indie music. They may make bad choices but we understand why so it's not annoying. It's sensational and you simply cannot look away but for the love of god you will need to wear earphones. There's also some delightfully racy Drake based sex scenes and also a lesbian side couple who are the least problematic people here.

If you want: MESS, that one friend group where everyone's fucking, a demi MC that makes me feel so seen, a slutty sociopath manipulating everyone, the most wet and pathetic mark pakin you'll ever witness, more mess, serious breeches of privacy laws, ships that are so toxic you feel you shouldn't be rooting for them but the chemistry is too good, and lesbians that don't get indie films, this is the show for you.

Number of episodes: 12. Episode Length: 40 min. Watch on Youtube.

Bonus: Our Skyy 2: Bad Buddy x 1000 stars (2023)

If you're considering watching this rn I am assuming you watched 1000 stars (and loved it). I know you're gonna watch this anyway so I just want to make sure you're going in with enough context. So this is the second season of Our Skyy (the first of which came out in 2018). Our Skyy is an anthology series which is a collection of specials for preexisting GMMTV shows. It's essentially pure fanfic.....except it's made by the same people who made the original shows. It's fanfic-y because it never makes any sense, it routinely features silly plot points like body swaps, time travel, curses, magic babies, etc. The great thing about ourskyy is we get to see more of our faves, the other great thing is because it has such crack fanfic energy you can take it or leave it canon wise. Anyway you're in for a damn treat with this one because it's a crossover ep between patpran and phutian and i am FERAL.

If you want: pure fanfiction of our two fave p'aof pairings hanging out, fanservice upon fanservice, more secret dating and chaotic horniness from patpran, domestic disputes and petty banter from phutian, fix-it fic levels of CLOSURE for both couples, heaps of recreations of different scenes, fanboy patpran having gay crisises about meeting both Tian and Phu, and another rooftop scene which makes me SOB this is the show for you!

Number of Episodes: 4. Length of Episodes: 1 hour. Watch on YouTube.

[jerzwriter]

A Mixed-Up Valentine (Intern Year)

Book:                   Open Heart (Book 1 Timeline)

Pairing:                Tobias Carrick x F!OC, F!MC, F!OC

Rating:                 Teen +

Category:            Fluff

Warnings: Suggestive thoughts/language; implied sexual activity. Nothing explicit.

Summary:   What happened on Casey & Tobias's last Valentine's Day before they met? See how Casey's night went... Tobias's too... and how they nearly intersected.

Words: 3,000 (sorry!)

A/N: This was going to be a short piece about Tobias & Casey's last Valentine's Day before they met. 🤡🤡🤡 In fairness, though, this is a couple fics in one, as we get to see what Casey's night was like, what Tobias's was like, and how they intersected. I hope you enjoy it. I got a follow-up anon, so I wanted to give a little more info. In this world, Ethan and Casey kissed in Miami, then things ended. She was attempting to move on, but they ended up getting together at the end of book 1, only so split for good when he left for the Amazon without telling her. This takes place during Casey's intern year. She is single when this occurs. Participating in @choices-february2023 Day 14 Valentine's Day and @choicesficwriterscreations Valentine's Event 2023. @choicesholidays - Be My Valentine (it might be a stretch, but I'm trying lol) and @choicesmonthlychallenge To be or not to be, "to be" (for one pair) I'm Urs, "not to be" (for another two) "thank u next".

Valentine’s Day 2020 – Casey’s Intern Year

Casey’s Night:

Running down icy Boston streets in four-inch heels was something Casey would never get used to, especially on 9-degree nights like tonight. The warm glow of Donahue’s neon sign was visible now and not a moment too soon. She was freezing; she wanted her friends, and she needed a drink.

Being alone on Valentine’s Day didn’t bother her one bit. She always felt the day was about love in all its glorious forms. She was blessed to have plenty in her life… her family, friends, and even her patients. She had spent her day spreading cheer and planned to cap it off with a night of revelry with her friends… until Ethan soured her mood. 

Miami was less than a month before.   It had been a culmination and an end of all she hoped they could be. She couldn’t tell you when she fell for Ethan Ramsey. Her feelings moved fluidly from admiration to friendship, to compassion, to… more. It happened so quickly that she almost didn’t see it happen, and she never dared to imagine he felt the same. Then, with a tantalizing kiss, he made it clear that he did. And now that memory was seared in her mind no matter how much she tried to push it away. They were never going to be, and that would have been easier to accept if she believed he didn’t want her as much as she wanted him.

But Casey did what she always does - she chose to find the bright side and muddled through. Valentine’s Day was a test, but she was passing with flying colors… until he handed her the damn rose. The look of disappointment on his face when she turned it down left her sad… and angry. If they weren’t going to be more, then she wasn’t playing the game… but that didn’t make it hurt any less. Thankfully her shift was at its end, and now, salvation was just steps away. Gingerly crossing the icy path, her hand was nearly on the door when an oblivious couple pushed by, sending her careening onto the snowy pavement below.

“Hey!” She yelled after them as they took refuge inside her bar, but they were too enamored to notice her. Although, someone else did.

The sound of her friend’s laughter only added insult to injury as she struggled to her feet. 

“Did you start drinking without us?” Bryce laughed, offering his hand.

“Very funny,” Casey huffed. “They were such jerks!”

Bryce tilted his head and let out a slow whistle as he assessed his friend… formerly with benefits. The red patent heels – so inappropriate for a Boston winter, her jeans that fit like a second skin, and a midriff-baring red sweater left him wondering how anyone could miss her.

“Looking good,” he winked. “You planning on picking up tonight?”

“Hardly!” She spat. “I’m over Cupid and all the trappings that come with him.”

“Then maybe you shouldn’t dress like that,” Jackie teased, “because you’re looking like a sweet snack, girl!”

“I was going to say a spicy snack,” Bryce argued.

“Either will work,” Jackie surmised.

“Guys, can we just get inside?” Casey whined. “I’m freezing!”

Bryce opened the door for the ladies with an exaggerated flourish. “Maybe next time wear a coat then?”  

The bar was more packed than she anticipated it would be on a night dedicated to love, romance, and the carnal acts that accompany them. But as her eyes scanned the familiar room adorned with cheesy red décor and twinkling pink lights, it was plain to see; she wasn’t the only one celebrating “Singles Appreciation Day.”

“Want to sit at the bar? Or will our usual booth do?”

“Our Booth,” Casey insisted. “Is that even a question?”

“Might be?” He needled. “I thought you’d want to be seen, and the bar is a better place for that.”

“In that case, definitely the booth, and I’m sitting on the inside.”

~~~~~

Tobias’s night:

The sounds of soft jazz echoed through the meticulous, well-appointed home. It looked more like a set for a photo shoot than a place someone actually lived, but that’s how Tobias Carrick liked things. His place was picture-perfect on any given day, but today wasn’t any day. It was Valentine’s Day, and as the music, fragrantly scented air, and abundance of candles just waiting to be lit suggested, on this day, he took things up a notch.

Sauntering toward his dresser, he splashed on more cologne than needed before appraising himself in the mirror. He wasn’t one to lie, and modesty wasn’t his strong suit. He knew he looked good. As he put on his cuff-links and adjusted his suit, he had no doubt Lydia would be pleased. He was equally as confident that he’d be pleased, too. After all, it didn’t take much for the raven-haired, amber-eyed beauty to suck all the air out of a room, but the preview she sent him of the barely there black sequin dress she planned to wear… well, the man hadn’t been able to think of much else since.

Like him, Lydia wanted no strings. Recently single, she had a world to explore, and he was happy to let her start the exploration with him. This would be their third date, and if the past two were any indication, tonight would be one to remember.

His phone vibrated with news that Lydia was running a little late. An ER nurse at Edenbrook, she was still waiting for her replacement to show, but she assured him it wouldn’t be long. They agreed to meet at Donahue’s at 9:00. She felt terrible that they’d miss their dinner reservation. Still, when she explained how she intended to make it up to him, he didn’t give a damn about his lost deposit, nor the meal he’d miss… desert would more than make up for it.

So when he strutted into Donahue’s thirty minutes early, he had no qualms. The festive atmosphere and taking in some of the beautiful… sights… would keep him more than occupied until Lydia arrived.

~~~~~

Donahue’s

Casey didn’t notice Bryce’s sparking smile as he placed fresh drinks in front of his friends. Having already downed three, she was still eagerly waiting for the festive, or at least numbing, effects to kick in. But tonight, each fancy, iced beverage only left her more morose.

Bryce’s eyes were fixed on her as he popped another bottle of beer open. 

“Why so down, Case? You were the epitome of cheerful Hallmark joy at work today… it was almost endearing.”

“It was nauseating,” Jackie grimaced. “Try living with her and Sienna. If this holiday had the equivalent of elves… they’d be it.”

Casey shot a dirty look at her friend. “Well, if happiness and joy are such a turn-off to you, then I suppose you’re happier with me now?”

“Nah!” She shook her head. “I like when you’re fun! And sexy! Dancing with me and shit. The opposite of schmaltzy is not glum, and I know what will fix this!”

“Do, you? How?”

“Shots! Not this grown-up juice box shit Lahela’s buying us!”

“Hey!” Bryce defended. “I thought you liked them!”

Jackie stood up with a chuckle, “Sure, for breakfast! But if we’re here to party and celebrate our single status… and we want to cheer Debby downer here up… we need shots!”

“I don’t know,” Casey started. “I have a morning shift and….”

“Silence!” Jackie ordered with a wave of her hand. “We’re getting shots, and we’re going to have a good time.”  She had barely taken a step away from the booth when her face fell. Sienna was supposed to be out with Mark, but instead, she was heading their way. Knowing her challenge was now greater, she muttered, “even more shots” to herself.   

When Jackie returned to the table, with double shots for all and orders issued to Reggie to send more as soon as they were through, Sienna was doing her best to remain her perky self, even as she explained how her boyfriend stood her up… again… on Valentine’s Day.

“…. so when he got to the T, they said service was suspended, so I can’t really blame him for going home….”

“Yes, you can,” Jackie insisted. “It’s called an Uber, Sienna. Or a cab. If a man wants to get to you, he will, and if he’s not making you a priority, you need to stop allowing him to be one of yours.”

Casey saw Sienna trying to hide her pained expression when she looked Jackie’s way. While she hated seeing her friend hurt, she’d be lying if she said she didn’t welcome the distraction from her own problems. Besides, if Sienna could solider through when her long-time boyfriend was an utter asshole, Casey could surely put her silly pining aside to enjoy a night with her friends. Clearing her throat loudly, she drew attention her way.

“I think what Jackie was trying to say is that you deserve to be treated a lot better than that, today of all days. So now, we’ll see to it that you are.”  

Casey’s heart warmed when she saw Sienna smile genuinely, and suddenly, all she wanted to do was have fun herself.

“And that starts with me getting you a pleasant drink, not these thimbles of rubbing alcohol Jackie is pushing!”

“HEY!” Jackie yelled.

“What would you like, Si?”

“I would really like a Cosmo,” Sienna beamed to Jackie’s chagrin. When Bryce went to stand, Casey, placed her hand on his arm to stop him. “Nope, this round’s on me.”

~~~~

He didn’t notice when 9:00 had passed, not even 9:15. But with 9:30 approaching, his swagger wasn’t lost, but there was a slight burrow in his brow. He checked his phone… nothing. He went to call but stopped… he knew how hospitals were, and Lydia would reach out as soon as possible. He put the phone back in his pocket when it rang, a look of relief on his face, but it wasn’t who he expected.

He had known Audrey for years now… in every way. When the knockout redhead began her nursing career just shy of five years before, she was the talk of Kenmore. It was easy to see why, and Dr. Carrick wasn’t immune. Those curvy, long legs seemed to have no end, though he absolutely tried to imagine where they did. Her wavy auburn hair bounced with each step she took, and he would have noticed that… if he were looking at her hair. But, eventually, he did because it always hung low, covering one eye, sometimes two, requiring her to brush it away or pull it behind her ear when she looked at him. That’s when her sparkling turquoise eyes took over, casting as much of a spell on him as he did on her.

Yes, Audrey Kenner was a sight to be seen. Not long after meeting, they found themselves in a bar, not much different than this, where she made it painfully clear that she was his for the asking. And ask he did. An unused closet at the end of the hall was all that was needed for them to discover that they were… well-matched. Afterward, he was clear; he wasn’t looking for anything more, and she didn’t mind. That led to an on-and-off arrangement that spanned the next four years. Sometimes at his place, sometimes hers. When the urge was too great, an on-call room would do. She was more than a booty call, but not by much, and they put things on pause every time Audrey met someone who wanted more. 

He caught a glimpse of the clock… almost 10:00, so he sent a message to Lydia to see if she was all right. He started watching the Bruins game… not quite his plans for the evening… when melodious laughter caught his ear. He looked to the end of the bar and found the culprit. He couldn’t see her face, which was covered by her long, blonde hair, but Reggie’s smile made it clear she was someone who could captivate all. His eyes wandered from her red heels, over the curves of her legs and beyond…. Damn. Was all he could muster. If only he didn’t have a date… then his phone chimed; it was Lydia, and he was reminded he did. 

“I’m just going to be a little longer. I’m getting dressed now.”

Normally he’d be witty… telling her not to bother when their clothes wouldn’t stay on long anyway, but right now, he could only say OK. The unknown beauty walked away carrying a small tray of drinks. When she lost her footing and swayed, he felt himself rise to help her, only stopping when he saw a bright smile with far too much hair product jump up to help her. Her boyfriend? He thought. Of course, she was there with a boyfriend. No one like that would be alone tonight. But he was surprisingly pleased when he saw she didn’t sit next to him. Then, his phone went off again.

Tobias inhaled sharply. He knew what this meant. Whenever one of Audrey’s relationships ended, she called him, and the consolation sex was epic. Though she talked a good game, he knew how much she needed it to pull her through. Now, it was Valentine’s Day – she could fake bravado all she wanted, but he knew her too well. But he had a date… and even if he didn’t… when Audrey started seeing Nick, he swore they were done for good. Four years was too long. She said she was fine with things as they were between them, but he knew she wanted more with someone, so why not him? There was too much potential for things to get messy, and something told him Audrey was not someone he’d want to do messy with. 

Without permission, his eyes shifted to the back of the bar, where that laugh enticed him again. How the hell was he even hearing her? The place was packed… loud. He squinted to get a better view, and while he didn’t see her clearly, he saw enough to know she was gorgeous. Her blonde hair spilled around her as her head flipped back in laughter. He felt his breath hitch… perhaps, he didn’t want Lydia to show up tonight after all.

Tobias’s eyes shut tight. It didn’t even matter. He and Lydia were nothing more than a good time. Still… it didn’t do anyone’s ego good to be stood up… and ghosted… on Valentine’s Day. He went to call Lydia when the pretty blonde that was making him lightheaded strutted by him on her way to the bathroom. Their eyes met only for a moment, and he forgot his damn name when she smiled at him. She turned away quickly, with a flush of pink on her cheeks. Maybe he didn’t need to call…. Then his phone beeped again.

Valentine’s Day. Tobias Carrick hadn’t gone without getting laid on Valentine's Day since he was 17 years old, and he wasn’t about to let that eighteen-year streak come to an end. Audrey was a sure thing. Too much of a sure thing, and he promised himself there was no going back. Not this time.

Then there was that laughter again. He looked to the back, a bewildered smile on his face when he saw her sitting crisscrossed on the floor… a few others started sitting around her. She looked his way, and though it was too far to know, he swore she smiled at him again… but turned away just as quickly… what was going on?

His phone started buzzing again, and he looked to find two messages.

Before he could even answer, the DJ’s voice blared over the speakers.

“Happy Single’s Awareness day, folks! Come on, we know you’re not celebrating Valentine's Day if you’re hanging here tonight! So, in hopes of getting some of you… un-single… at least for the night. Let’s go back to middle school! We’re gonna play a game of spin the bottle! That’s right! I said to spin the bottle. You’ve got a couple of minutes to brush up, get some gum, maybe that ol’ Binaca blast… then get your butt on the floor if there’s someone you might want to kiss here tonight!”

Tobias reached into his pocket and put a breath mint in his mouth without realizing he was doing so. His phone vibrated again, reminding him he had only checked one message.

But he didn’t pay the text any mind. Instead, he turned back to the dancefloor where his eyes locked with Casey’s. He could feel his pulse rise, and his heart began to race. Stepping up, he buttoned his blazer jacket. He started to walk in the mystery woman’s direction when he felt a delicate hand on his shoulder, followed by an arm wrapping around his waist. He turned around to find Audrey staring up at him… a mix of desire, need, and sadness in her eyes.

“Hey, T….” she whispered with a tiny smile.

His head flung back in the beautiful blonde’s direction, then back to Audrey. He knew what he wanted to do… He and Audrey had never been more than sex, but the pull he felt in this stranger’s direction was overwhelming, and he wanted to understand why. But he couldn’t turn Audrey away. They were… sort of… friends. Right? And contrary to what many believed, he had a heart… even though that heart… and his eyes… were pulled back in another direction.

“Look at that, the bottle landed right on me,” bright smile and hair gel grinned. Then the guy crawled across the floor, causing the beauty to laugh hysterically until he pulled her into a kiss. Tobias knew it was unreasonable. In fact, it was insane, but he could feel anger rising in his cheeks. But it was just a game, right?

He felt like a voyeur watching the couple kiss, not breaking his gaze until their lips parted, and he felt a sense of relief in his chest…. until she pulled the dude back. Kissing him even more passionately as onlookers began to howl and cheer. Tobias felt like a fool. Clearly, they were a couple, and this connection he had been confident they both felt was apparently one-sided.

Audrey tugged at his jacket sleeve, and he turned back to her with a slight grin.

“Wanna go back to my place?”

A look of relief, mixed with gratitude, desperation, and unbridled lust, washed over Audrey’s face. 

“I thought you’d never ask!” She beamed. “Come on,” she smiled, taking his hand. “Where are you parked.”

“Right out front,” he mumbled, holding her close if only to peer at Casey over Audrey’s shoulder again.

He was doing the right thing. After all, an eighteen-year streak is an eighteen-year streak! Within the hour, he and Audrey would be doing things that would horrify most of the patrons at the bar… the idiots had no idea what they were missing. Still, as he and Audrey drifted to sleep in each other’s arms, his mind returned to Donahue’s once more. With a shake of his head, he turned off the light. He was being ridiculous. Besides, if there was anything there, they’d meet again… that’s how it worked. Right?

A/N 2: Casey and Bryce had a lot to drink, and after spinning the bottle, they ended up making out in a corner. But Momma Si was there, and she interrupted and took Casey home, knowing they'd both have regrets in the morning. But no, they didn't rekindle any friends-with-benefits arrangements. :)

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[coffeeheartaddict2]

What happens in Vegas does not always stay there.

Book: Open Heart (book 2 rewrite)

Pairing: Ethan Ramsey x f!mc Casey Valentine

Warnings: language,physical confrontations, sexual references (masturbation)

Rating: Mature

Summary: Casey and Ethan find it difficult to get into a professional rhythm, especially with their personal feelings still simmering hot. Vegas, the fallout and some confrontations.

Word count: 2873

Authors note: When I wrote this originally way back in 2020, it was a reimagining of what Canon gave us. Never in my wildest dreams did I think this would be a cornerstone of my open heart world. As such upon Re-reading there were some changes that I felt needed to be made. This chapter will probabaly have the most changes. There are some physical confrontation in this chapter. I still kept it, but I did make changes and I will be exploring more of what lead to it. I am happy to discuss this further via ask box or DM.

Disclaimer: Characters belong to Pixelberry.

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It has been two weeks since that emotion charged evening when Casey and Ethan ended their relationship. Despite his cool exterior he was still torn internally. They had agreed that they would try to be friends as they working together. But it was hard to go back to a pre relationship setting when you had a taste and the feelings of love that he felt towards Casey could not be switched off. He also missed her as a confidante. His mother was still in Edenbrook. The mandated three days had long passed , so he decided to put her through the team. The years of addiction were taking its toll. He was looking into rehabilitation options for her, however, he did not know what to do. Did he open the wounds and hear her out? This is when he needed Casey, his friend but with so much feeling for him still simmering he thought better of it. He knew he was not alone in these feelings as every time he saw her he could see his feelings reflected in her.

There was also the issue of June. Casey told him that it was June who started the gossip. He had no idea why she did it. She had not caused any issues since he was keeping an eye on her.

The team meeting ends and he notices Dr Valentine hanging back.

“Something on your mind Cas...sorry Dr Valentine?”

He again mentally chastises himself for nearly calling her something so familiar.

“I need to take some time off, short notice this weekend. Will that be alright with you? I am wanting take Friday, Saturday and Monday off.” She looks at me nervously, the last time she looked like that is when she told me about Mrs Martinez. I know she needs me as a friend but it is a slope I am not too eager to hop on but I try to frame it professionally as possible.

“Of course you can have the time off.” I say, “Is there anything else that I can help you with? You look like you have a lot on your mind.”

“Nothing I can’t handle Eth... Dr Ramsey.” I know she is lying, I can see her visibly holding back her emotions- She thanks me for approving the time off and goes to do her rounds.

I make my way back to my desk and pinch the bridge of my nose, hoping that whatever she needs the time off for is not going to jeopardize her career.

Later that day Casey sits at Derry Roasters with Sienna for a mid afternoon coffee break.

“Did you tell Dr Ramsey about why you needed the time off?”

I take a deep breath,

“I know he saw all the emotions running through me and all I wanted to do was tell him everything, about how we were going to take down Declan. He deserves to know, I mean it is taking down Declan and I know he was annoyed that he could not get out of the deal he got the hospital into, but I still want him so badly it physically hurt sometimes but I just could not say anything to him so all I did was ask without saying why.”

“Still hurts that much does it?”

“If we were still together I would have told him at home. I know he recognised some of the emotions I was having and I know he was having the same. I just want to be over this pain already!”

Sienna puts her hand on my shoulder.

“Just breathe.” I do as she says.

I look at the time. We better head back. As we walk through the Atrium, Aurora calls out to us. “What brings you back here?” I ask

“Just dropping some stuff off- I can not believe this merger may actually work!” I smile, probably the most genuine one I have smiled in a few weeks.

“That and Vegas- I have a good feeling about this weekend.”

Ethan, meanwhile is in the DT office, researching rehab options and enjoying his coffee. He noticed that Casey must’ve cleaned the machine, he made note to remember to message her to thank her. He is so engrossed that he does not hear June enter, until he hears noises from the coffee machine.

“What are you doing Hirata?” Said Ethan, angrily, “when did I give you permission to use the coffee machine?”

“I thought the machine was for all of us.” Statted June, “But I won’t use it again.” She says sheepishly.

To Ethan it is not about the coffee machine, it the was games, the manipulation, the undermining of other team members and not recently the spreading of what happened on Dagger mountain which lead to his current break with Casey. All of that coupled with everything with Louise, well he was a tinderbox waiting to go off.

“What has gotten into you Dr Hirata?”

June looks perplexed.

“What is to gain from your mind games,huh?” Said Ethan. “Why do you need to be in control so much and do you care that your games hurt others or does that not occur to you?”

“What, the feelings you have for Casey are… legitimate?” Asked a shocked June. “I will concede she knows her stuff and does come up with some complex diagnosis, but best intern?” She can see Ethan Is seething. “ Surely you had Naveen select her and of course you can do no wrong in his eyes.”

Ethan now is in a white rage. He slaps her.

“It is none of your goddamn business June but my feelings are genuine and they also had no bearing on the competition….”

“That is bullshit Ethan…”

“Believe what you want, but if your games start to interfere with the running of this team, consider your days more numbered than Edenbrook’s!” Ethan grabs his bag and storms out.

June messages Tobias and he makes his way to the office. She tells him of the confrontation and how he slapped her. Tobias was not surprised that he had a verbal stoush with June but slapping her, that was low even for Ethan. He was even more surprised that June was not going to take it to HR. She told him that he has dirt on her so it would not be worth it. Tobias began to wonder what June was playing at. He takes his leave and goes to find Ethan, he may not overly care for June but it was never ok to hit a female.

Ethan stops by Louise’s room to check on her. She seems to be going better than this morning and leaves before she can spot him.

He makes his way to the parking lot and sees Ethan.

“You have a lot of nerve Ramsey” he yells

Ethan looks annoyed.

“What the fuck do you want Carrick?”

“Care to tell me why you slapped June then?”

“Not particularly”

“Never known you to hit on a woman Ethan. What, is Valentine not satisfying enough for you?”

Tobias has now reached Ethan and Ethan shirt fronts Tobias and shoved him up against the car.

“I have suspected that there was something between the two of you since the softball game, I also knew June had her suspicions and we were correct…”

Ethan maintains his grip but is shocked.

“You what…”

“You heard me Ethan”

Ethan let’s go, Tobias is relieved until Ethan punches him.

“That was for using Casey in your mind games with June. I suppose it was you that told June that he was in your care?”

“Yeah it was me and I have been feeling bad about it since. It could have happened at Kenmore and it was my fault. Do I feel bad that Casey got caught up? Yes. But since when do you enter a relationship? Especially with your resident?”

“Me and Casey, Carrick is none of your business.”

Both men are simmering with emotion by now.

“Yeah well what you do in your spare time became my business when you slapped June.” Retorted Tobias.

“Well you should have thought about that when your games started hurting others.” Ethan refrains from hitting him again and moves to make his way to the car.

“What, you are telling me that you did not fuck your intern to advance her career? I have known you too long Ramsey, you do not do relationships.”

Ethan’s blood was boiling with rage. He shirt fronted him again.

“Would you like to repeat that?” Said Ethan through gritted teeth. “You knew me in medical school but you do not know me now.” He shoves Tobias and enters his car and drives off.

Ethan arrives home and has a drink of one of his more expensive scotches to calm down. He reflected on his confrontation with Tobias, especially where Tobias felt bad for the senator and what happened. The whole team missed the red flags until it was too late. He still missed their friendship after all this time and a brief thought of reconciliation did happen after the team came to help but he could not help but feel that was off the table again. He did feel lighter for getting some of the anger off his chest but at what cost. This was a question for another time he thought. He went to bed, again longing for the woman he wished to be there.

It is the next day, June has called in sick and Ethan arrives at work earlier than usual as he could not sleep. Ethan enters the office and sees Casey is already there working. Ethan goes to make them some coffee. The noise of the coffee machine stirs Casey from her work. “Oh, good morning Dr Ramsey.”

“What are you doing in this early? Oh and thank you for cleaning machine the other day.”

Casey smiles briefly. “I could not sleep and I wanted to get my reports done before my leave.”

“Fair enough” says Ethan whilst continuing to make their coffee.

Ethan looks at her working wishing that he could just hug her and kiss her once again. The coffee is made. He could not help but notice that Casey was on edge and asked her how she is? Casey was not sure how to respond, there was a lot going on currently and it was not all pertaining to the trip to Vegas this weekend

“Do you want the short version or the long version?”

Ethan sensing her mixed emotions asks her “How is everything going with your intern?”

“I think I know how you were feeling last year when Mrs M blew up in my face- it is frustrating though as I do not know what happened for sure and she won’t tell me.”

“What do you think happened?” Asked Ethan looking more concerned.

“I hope you don’t think I am a horrible person for thinking this but I think she did what has been alleged and that she did what was asked of her. I pulled her up for her conduct towards the patient and she seemed almost offended that I thought that. I think it clouded her judgment.”

Ethan puts his hand on hers and squeezes briefly before letting go.

“No, I don't think your horrible for thinking that. You would base your opinion on what you know.”

Casey smiles briefly at Ethan. “Thank you Dr Ramsey.” Casey briefly grabs Ethan’s hand and squeezes and then lets go. They finish their coffee and work in comfortable silence.

It is Friday night, normally Ethan would have stopped off at Donahues but he decides to go home. Even though things are slowly becoming less awkward post break up with Casey, he still yearned for her. He poured himself a scotch and drank it in a single gulp. He poured another, deciding to savour it. He sat down on his couch and listed to some opera. For some unknown reason he grabs his phone and opens pictogram. He still only has the one friend, but still from time to time he looks.

He opens Casey’s page. His eyes open in amazement. She is in Vegas with her friends, explains the time off he thinks to himself but that is not the focus of his attention. His eyes are drawn to a photo with the caption dressed to kill. Ethan’s breath catches. He feels an all to familiar stirring in his pants as he begins to stiffen. He hits like on the photo and puts his phone away and decides to have a shower and turn in for the night. He tries to think of work, his dad, his search for a rehab facility for Louise, all to try and take his mind off Casey and that dress to kill the raging hard on but it is to no avail. “Goddamnit!” He says to himself. With one arm braced on the wall for support with the steamy water cascading over himself he starts to stroke his rock hard cock. All he can think about is Casey wearing that dress, and how much he wished she was here. How much he wanted to take her up against the window and have her body writhing with pleasure as he works her over with his tongue, enjoying the sweet taste of her sex. As the pleasure intensifies within him he thinks about his cock inside her and how much he loves the sensation. The pressure can not build anymore and it was a physically and emotionally charged release as his load blew. He leans against the wall and mutters to himself “fucking hell Ramsey-what pull does this girl have over you?” Within that moment he realises, not only does he still love her but she is worth the risk and swears to try and win her back.

Meanwhile in Vegas, Casey and the gang have had a productive evening. The managed to get a recording of Charlotte St Yves admitting to Medicare fraud and the recording has been sent to Jackie’s friend at the New York Times. Casey feels an element of relief, it was Panacea’s greed that lead to such drastic measures in saving Mrs Martinez however briefly. Her and her friends partied hard when the Panacea cohort left enjoyed far too much champagne. The thought of rebound sex with Bryce was tempting, however she still felt like she would be cheating on Ethan so decided against it. Casey heads back to the penthouse. She looks at the view and remembers the time whilst she was suspended that she had sex with Ethan in his apartment and how he took her up against the window. “Damnit Casey! You are here to forget about him.” No matter how hard she tries to forget, she can’t ignore the pressure build between her legs. She makes her way to the bathroom and has a shower. The next thing she knows she starts rubbing herself, she circles her clit in ever tighter circles, wishing it was Ethan’s thumb or tongue. These thoughts get her perilously close and she inserts a finger and then another. She thrusts them in and out until she releases. She is not as satisfied as she thought she would be, nothing compares to the real thing but it has taken the edge of. She gets ready for bed and looks at her phone. An alert on her screen advises that Ethan liked her photo. She sends him a text.

CV: Surely you have better things to do on a Friday night than stalk me on Picta. Thanks for the like though- had a productive night.

She then goes to sleep.

The gang enjoy the rest of their trip to Vegas.

It is Tuesday and everyone is back to work. The story with Panacea and the medicare fraud is broken. Dr Ramsey catches up with Dr Valentine in the hallway. He greets her and asks her, “Panacea, was that the productive night you had in Vegas?”

Casey smiles, “I did it for Mrs M”

“Well for the record she would be proud and so am I”

Dr Valentine blushes, “careful Dr Ramsey, flattery will get you places where I know we shouldn’t go.”

“Glad your back safe Dr Valentine.”

Casey heads to the free clinic for her shift with a renewed sense of vigour, Panacea gone and slowly getting less awkward being around Ethan, now the situation with Esme needs resolution. She calls a patient name and it is the Coates’ lawyer. Casey does not answer her questions, despite her suspicions about the allegations being right. The lawyer is frustrated but does not push further. She makes her way out of the clinic and sees Sienna and Jackie and then Aurora. Aurora mentions that Mass Kenmore has been brought out by Solomon health. We all head to Declan’s old office with the note payback’s a bitch.

Casey is numb- she can not believe that they were outplayed and that Edenbrook’s days are numbered then the sadness kicks in at the fact the one person she wants to be comforted by is her ex boyfriend which she knows is asking for trouble, instead her and her friends find comfort in each other.

Authors note: that is is a wrap on chapter 15 in Tashland.

I hope you are all enjoying the rewrite of a rewrite and again if there is anything you want to discuss please reach out via DM or ask box.

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