#i was gonna promote but demi did it before me

[gayfanservice]

Its your favorite Demi here! I absolutely loved how you did the chaos duo poly request and I was wondering if you could do a part two where Kiyoko's brother becomes a manager too. Again I love the idea of over protective older sister Shimizu. Like Imagine they have a practice game/or at a tournament and shy little Y/n went to go and check if the team left something behind and a guy corners him and now you've got not only the chaos duo but big sis coming to the rescue! Also if you ever need any ideas let me know. I'll help anyway I can👍

Part 2s are always welcomed

Ooc Kiyoko whoops :P

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“(Y/N), you���re looking extra lovely today!” The two boys squealed at each other as (Y/N) passed them, laughing at their antics as he hopped down the bus’ stairs. Kiyoko glared at them, dragging (Y/N) away from the duo, their cries echoing throughout the valley, “Shut up!” The captain of the team scolded the two. The breeze flew past the siblings, a content look taking over as they carried the luggage towards the building the team would be staying at for training.

The siblings talked as the rest of the teams found their rooms, bags going in their respectable places, “Oh, I think my bag’s still in the bus.” The older of the two looked through the pile of bags, “I’ll get it,” (Y/N) set down his bags and made his way to the bus, “Thanks, (Y/N),” He hummed as he made his way to the bus.

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“Thank you, bye.” (Y/N) watched as the bus drove away, “Good thing the bus didn’t leave yet, hehe.” He let out a exasperated sigh before making his way back to the building, Kiyoko’s bag hanging on his shoulder. The wind gave a slight chill, neither too cold or unpleasant as he made his way back to the building. The sky was a beautiful shade as the sun began to rise, orange and yellow replacing the darkness.

The walk back to the building was short, nothing worth taking note of as (Y/N) walked back to Karasuno’s quarters, only realizing he had no idea where he was. (Y/N) forgot to ask where the team was heading, and now he was lost. Silly (Y/N).

A boy came into view. (Y/N) was having an internal debate whether he should ask for directions. He decided yes, as he would just become more lost without it. The walk towards this unknown person was dreadful, filled with cold anxiety as he mentally prepared himself to talk. Coming up to the guy, before he could say anything, the stranger leaned on the wall with a smug look, “Hey man, you look a little lost, need a hand?” Nope, nope, nope. (Y/N) did not like him already. “Uh, y-yeah. I’m, uh, with Karasuno and a little lost so…” he trailed off, wishing Kiyoko was there with him. She talked even less than him, but she was definitely better at it.

The stranger’s face faulted, his eyebrows twitched subtly as (Y/N) mentioned Karasuno. “Oh really? What do you do?” (Y/N) adjusted Kiyoko’s bag on his shoulder, eyes looking around for any way out. “Uh, stuff, manager stuff,”

“Oho, a manager?” The guy leaned closer to (Y/N), who stepped back.

“Yeah, do you know where they are?” Please just leave me alone. (Y/N) wished he had just gone the other way. Each second that passes, the stranger gets promoted; now he’s a weirdo. (Y/N) wished anyone from the team would pop out of nowhere and save him from this awkward interaction. The weirdo kept talking to him, not answering his question. “Dude, this is nice and all, but I really gotta find my team, so if I’m just… gonna… go.” (Y/N) slowly stepped away ready to turn around before the weirdo started up again.

“C’mon, man, they can probably wait a few minutes, nothing-” He suddenly stopped talking, his eyes wide as his collar scrunched up.

“Get. Away. From. My brother.” Kiyoko stood behind him, eyes glaring into his soul as she held him in a death grip. The stranger stuttered, a panicked look on his face as he stumbled.

“What? We were, just, uh, we, yeah okay!” The weirdo comically ran away with his metaphorical tail between his legs. Kiyoko hugged (Y/N), “Are you okay? He didn’t do anything to you, did he?” (Y/N) let out a sigh, happy to finally have his sister with him. He shook his head, handing Kiyoko her bag as they walked to wherever the team was.

When they returned, the two (lovable) weirdos immediately ran towards the two. Hearing about what happened, they acted like guard dogs, barking up a storm about how they would of kicked his ass if they’re were there. Kiyoko sighed, (Y/N) snickered, and Daichi was seriously considering kicking them off the team.

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This was mostly focused on Kiyoko cuz she deserves to be seen #kiyokosurpremicy

[daniclaytcn]

What are your top 10 9-1-1 episodes (in no particular order) and why? Feel free to tag other blogs in your answer and ask them the same question. I’d love to see everyone discussing this 😊

ooh, this is an interesting question! okay, let's go, in no particular order:

2x16, oceans 911: this GODDAMN episode. it's soo good, the bank heist thing, the beginning of bobby and michael's shenanigans, the characters being interrogated? *chefs kiss* definitely an episode i could watch over and over

2x01, under pressure: this was such an amazing beginning to the season and had me hooked right away, especially since the debacle that was s1 had me with one foot out the door. eddie's introduction?? our lord and savior maddie showing up?? the buckley siblings content?? BATHENA?? the shortest enemies to friends arc ever for buck and eddie?? hen and chim's friendship?? top tier, 100/10.

3x09, fallout: gets an a++ purely for all the henren we got. the characters actually working through their trauma?? karen being the most supportive wife ever to hen?? (seriously, hen hit the jackpot, i want karen to be my wife) the kitchen scene™?? THE FIREFAM group hug. ugh, quality content

4x12, treasure hunt: listen, this episode gave me so much serotonin like you wouldn't believe. the shenanigans and silliness! firefam content! bathena being everyone's parents!! the way they immediately turned on each other asdfkdkl. karen wilson, mvp, writing her wife an algorithm for the treasure hunt alone gets it a spot on this list.

3x03, the searchers: gosh, i wish i could list all the tsunami episodes on this list because this arc was soo good. was it stressful af and was i crying every five minutes? yes. was it worth it, though? yes again!

2x13, fight or flight: another insanely stressful episode, but it was soo good, absolutely phenomenal and they just handled maddie's storyline with domestic violence so well. 10/10.

4x13, suspicion: you KNEW this was gonna be on the list. the way this episode paralleled future tense so well, the very important storyline they did with hen and toni, maddie's ppd storyline, so MUCH screentime for eddie, him being so compassionate and caring for that kid and of course...the Scene™. the way the episode lulled us in with a false sense of security and then proceeded to destroy us. just amazing.

2x09, hen begins: the way this episode highlighted hen's struggles and the discrimination she faced while joining the LAFD was unparalleled and they did it SO well. and her and athena's friendship too! and her friendship with chimney and the beginning of her support system!! loved it soo much.

3x15, eddie begins: GOD this episode. another insanely stressful one, but so good, especially in light of the s4 finale. the way eddie's major storylines that coincide with him 'finding himself' or character development for him always include kids because fatherhood is such an innate part of him!! the st christopher medallion!!! him fighting to come back to his family!!! the signs of the trauma he's been repressing all along!! just so good

2x04, stuck: this is another feel good episode, that was soo good for all the characters. eddie's character being showcased and developed so well and him and chris!! athena's storyline about considering that promotion and bobby knowing her better than anyone knows that she'll turn it down!! chim finding closure with tatiana! (right before he meets maddie, too 😏) maddie moving out and buck finally reconsidering his relationship with abby! *chefs kiss* quality content right there.

this was so much fun to answer, nonnie! i'll tag: @malikjavaddzayn @bi-demi-eddie @diazalex @buttercupbuck and anyone else who has their own thoughts on this!

[gaylorlyrics]

Better Than Revenge

I’ve been seeing a few posts on this lately, so I wanted to do some analysis. The mainstream narrative of this song is that Taylor and Joe Jonas broke up (in the infamous 27 second phone call) and Joe then immediately dated Camilla Belle.

It does seem that this song is about that triangle, but rather than it being real relationships, a closer look shows that it was about Taylor’s beard being used by Camilla Belle.

Additionally, this song serves the purpose of getting more publicity for all involved in the triangle, although it definitely seems like Camilla Belle got the short stick. Joe Jonas & Taylor both got a lot of press from their break up and wrote multiple songs hinting at the details. Taylor’s first song that was alleged to be about Joe was Forever & Always.

The Jonas Brothers (except Kevin)) have always used their public relationships to bolster their careers - Miley, Selena, Taylor, and Demi. Now they incorporate their wives (”wives”) into their songs, music videos, merch, and overall marketing. Note that both Nick and Joe just happened to get married just as they were releasing their new album and staging their comeback. The use of contractual relationships has been a constant in their strategy to stay relevant. (Not dragging - I love the Jo Bros - just being honest)

"Now go stand in the corner and think about what you did."

Throughout the song Taylor infantilizes Camilla and compares the situation to a playground fight. Also Taylor loves to talk in her songs!!!

Time for a little revenge The story starts when it was hot and it was summer and... I had it all, I had him right there where I wanted him

Taylor and Joe started bearding in Summer 2008 and bearded for 3 months, July 2008- Oct 2008, a fiscal quarter. It seems like this was the first of many 3 month long contracts for Taylor (Jake, John, Connor, etc). In general this was the first highly publicized “relationship” that Tay was in, seemingly her first beard. Note that is started just after Camp Rock came out, which starred Joe and featured him and the Jo Bros on the soundtrack, and it was just before Taylor released Fearless in Nov 2008, so both were trying to maximize their press coverage and promote their respective projects.

My complete and total guess (plz feel free to correct me if I’m missing something or just totally wrong) is that Taylor wanted to extend the contract since she was releasing Fearless in Nov 2008 and was doing a ton of promo for that, and potentially thought that bearding would help? But that Joe already had the Camilla narrative lined up. Seems like it would be very beneficial for her, given how famous Joe was at the time. Idk just a thought!!

She came along, got him alone and let's hear the applause She took him faster than you could say "sabotage" The line “let’s hear the applause” indicates that that it’s all for show and a PR relationship. It sets the stage for the song as being a literal stage, a performance for an audience (the public).

I never saw it coming, wouldn't have suspected it I underestimated just who I was dealing with She had to know the pain was beating on me like a drum She underestimated just who she was stealing from My best guess on this is that it’s referring to Camilla Belle being significantly less famous that Tay, and Tay being angry that her business plan didn’t go as she anticipated. 

ALSO - Camilla Belle seemed to be a beard as well. It was rumored that Camille was with Maria Sharapova at this time and then the relationship with Joe popped up (”Waiting outside the room was a Hollywood actress, Camilla Belle. Seated inside was the world's highest-earning female athlete, a woman who has become synonymous with racket-swinging glamour, and a close friend of Belle's - Maria Sharapova”). Interestingly, this post talks about Maria specifically and her bearding.

She's not a saint And she's not what you think She's an actress She's better known For the things that she does on the mattress

Okay - this is a super cruel line. The being an actress line refers to Camilla bearding and acting straight. The mattress line is a play on words, saying - sure, she’s an actress, but she’s only known for, and famous because of, the people who she dates, i.e. “dating” Joe. Tay is saying without the contractual bearding relationship Camilla would not be known. Soon she's gonna find Stealing other people's toys On the playground won't make you many friends

“Stealing other people’s toys”?? This is one of the first times that Tay clearly objectifies the men she is supposedly in love with and talks about them as an thing that is hers to use as she likes. Other examples include “Cruel Summer” (Bad, bad boy, shiny toy with a price/You know that I bought it) and “Don’t Blame Me” (Toyin' with them older guys/Just to play things for me to use). Also this brings the child imagery back.

She should keep in mind She should keep in mind There is nothing I do better than revenge She looks at life like it's a party and she's on the list She looks at me like I'm a trend and she's so over it

This alludes to the cyclical nature of stardom and how people have a ton of press and a huge following, but are then quickly “over”. Taylor is saying that, by dating Joe, Camilla is able to get into parties and thinks Taylor is “over”.

I think her ever-present frown is a little troubling She thinks I'm psycho 'cause I like to rhyme her name with things

This line keeps me up at night. All I can come up with for this rhyme is “What the hell, Camilla Belle?” If you have something better please message me. But sophistication isn't what you wear or who you know Or pushing people down to get you where you wanna go They wouldn't teach you that in prep school so it's up to me But no amount of vintage dresses gives you dignity

This line, honestly as well as the ones before it, clearly refers to dating someone for social status and celebrity standing. It’s about looking a specific way to social climb and gain more clout - aka bearding in order to get more famous.

Camilla went to the elite all-girls Marlborough School, speaks multiple languages, and trained in classical music - hence the “prep school” line. 

Chorus I'm just another thing for you to roll your eyes at, honey You might have him but haven't you heard I'm just another thing for you to roll your eyes at, honey You might have him but I always get the last word

Even just a couple albums in, Taylor already had a name for being honest and confrontational in her writing. Here Taylor is saying that without Joe she still is relevant, and they should know that she will address the situation head on. She gets the last word in the “relationship” with this song, but she also gets the last word with the general public by building a longer lasting career, and growing her career even though she is no longer in her contract with Joe.

Chorus Do you still feel like you know what you're doing? 'Cause I don't think you do. Do you still feel like you know what you're doing? I don't think you do I don't think you do Let's hear the applause Come on show me how much better you are (so much better, yeah?) So you deserve some applause 'cause you're so much better

This directly references the Jonas Brother song Much Better, that says “I get a rep for breakin' hearts/Now I'm done with superstars/And all the teardrops on her guitar/I'm not bitter“. There are a few other JB songs that are supposedly about Tay (Paranoid for one, which has a video that randomly has some similar imagery to the Lover music video?? I don’t have time to unpack if that’s a coincidence or not.)

She took him faster than you could say "sabotage"

*****worth noting that Tay has said she regrets some things she said in this song. Slut shaming and bashing other women isn’t cool and is just doing the patriarchy’s dirty work for them!!!! Don’t do it!!!!*****

[jcmorrigan]

Notes from a Racecar Bed

The F/O? Giovanni Potage from Epithet Erased. The S/I? Rachel Scribere - mundie, writer of much fanfiction, independent contractor supervillainous minion who has also given up on adulting. (Most of those things apply to me IRL!) I’m only YT-current, not VRV-current, and it’s been four episodes, so I’m well aware this ship could get sunk at any time. I’m just having fun while I can. AU where I have a more “normal” job based on real-life events but do evil on the side. This ficlet features some sensuality (though no overt sexuality), discussion of illegal activities I only do in my fantasies and would never do IRL, and a blatant admission of how many ASMR videos I have watched, because cringe culture is now dead on my blog.

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         Like so many nights before, sitting on the racecar bed, me with my legs crossed, him curled behind me. So lucky he likes to spoil his favorite minion, I thought.

           Though given who we were, it wasn’t a sexual tantalization. No, he’d found the weak spots in my shoulders. His fingers would dig into them for less than a minute and I would be like a collapsing water balloon.

           “ – and then she fuckin’ waves me over, even though I’m helping that other guy,” I rant, “and I have to just up and abandon the dude and walk over to see what she wants, and it turns out her card doesn’t have enough money on it, surprise surprise, but oh noooooo she can’t possibly believe that, but I’ve got this guy waiting, so I go bug my manager, and she’s trying to tell me she’s on the phone, but I see this lady about to EXPLODE so I tell her that this CAN-NOT-WAIT, and long story short, that’s why this Saturday, I really need to get some cash the good old-fashioned illegal way.”

           “What, like tricking a gas station clerk into leaving his station for just long enough that you can get behind the counter and steal an entire pack of scratch lottery?”

           “…That was incredibly specific, Gio.”

           His left hand kept massaging my shoulder; his right disappeared, and I could hear the nightstand drawer opening. “Prepare yourself,” he teased. “You’re about to tell me I’m the best boyfriend-slash-boss you could ever have in three…two…”

           A pack of scratch lottery, thicker than a deck of cards, was tossed rather unceremoniously onto the blanket in front of me.

           “Oh my GOD!” You’d think that would have been a scream of dismay and horror, but I’d lost my morals a long time ago. I picked the pack up with glee. “You even got the crosswords!”

           “I know how much you love a good puzzle.”

           “This is so gonna help me pass the time at my car appointment.”

           I could feel him wincing as his right hand returned to my shoulder. “Just don’t, y’know, bring the whole thing to the dealership. Because if they see you with that – well, I learned that the HARD way.”

           “Yeah, I bet you – “ I realized what didn’t add up. “Dealership? You drive a fucking Vespa.”

           “WHICH YOU CAN GET AT DEALERSHIPS!”

           “Fair point. Anyway, I’ll just sneak like five into my book.”

           He ended it the way he always did – halting slowly, then dragging both palms down my back. I shivered, and I knew he noticed. “No offense, but I think my thumbs are gonna fall off.”

           “I thought that was longer than usual.” I then stopped to ponder it. “…Have I ever tried on you?”

           “Wait, what?”

           “Have I ever tried massaging YOUR shoulders?”

           I could hear a snicker from behind. “You know, that actually sounds amazing and quite well-deserved on my part.”

           “Well, then let’s switch places, dork.”

           First, I turned about to look up into his eyes, their gold flecks reflecting off the irises. God, I could call my eyes “the color of ocean at twilight” in parody fanfic 365 days out of the year and that wouldn’t change the fact that they were the dullest possible mix of blue-green-gray. And his eyes…they always sparkled.

           His lips curled into a sly smile, his fangs peeking out beneath his upper lip. “Are you lost in my eyes again? I must say, I can’t blame you.”

           I flushed, turning away instinctively. His hand beneath my chin, turning my gaze back up to meet his, changed that.

           “Uh…hi?” I said rather nervously. Still wondering how this happened. How I could have been with someone for this long, nestled into him atop a racecar bed with his hands on my shoulders for half an hour, and still get so anxious about him.

           “You know, Composer…” He was now smirking broadly. “Your eyes are the color of this one sapphire necklace I stole once. But also kinda mixed with the color of the worst bruise I’ve ever gotten. And man, was I proud of that bruise. And that necklace. Actually, I’m pretty sure I got those on the same day…the point is, they’re beautiful. Your eyes, I mean.” He pinched the hinge of my glasses, pushing them closer to my face.

           Part of me I kept wanting gone but he obviously didn’t.

           “Thank you,” I practically choked. “They’re…nothing compared to yours.”

           “Well, mine are the best, but yours are a really close SECOND best!”

           Now I was the one practically laughing. “Just switch with me.”

           As we crawled around each other, I couldn’t help but admire his frame – I always did. Just something about his slender lankiness that made my heart speed up. Even sitting, he was taller than me, just by a bit, but enough that I felt dwarfed. Now I was faced with his shoulders, and above that, the fluffy fringes of his cotton-candy hair.

           A lump rose in my throat; I was almost too nervous to start. After all, there was a very decent chance I sucked at this. I just tried to remember how I wanted it done; do unto others. I lay hands on him, beginning to work. “So tell me,” I urged, “what minor nuisances pissed you off today?”

           “Well, I almost had to change Car Crash’s name to Vespa Crash.”

           “Ouch.”

           “Then there was the person with the whole ‘Anvil’ Epithet. Whose Epithet is ANVIL? I was lucky to get ou – I mean I was lucky to get a way better Epithet than that. I mean, Soup is better than ANVIL, right? But I was always going to get out of there with – “

           He gave a sudden, sharp intake of breath, and my hands froze. I had just remembered how much I enjoyed when he dug into the very hollows of my shoulders, that all-too-often tense spot leading up to my neck, and had been attempting to mimic that. Probably a bad idea. “Did that hurt?” I asked softly.

           To my surprise, he replied, “That…did the exact opposite of hurt. Keep doing it?”

           “…Yeah. Okay. Sure.”

           As I resumed, I found myself compelled to ask: “So, did that, like, turn you ON or – “

           “Of course not, but this might be the closest I can get.”

           “Well, you know you can always promote yourself to demi at this point and I won’t even be mad.” I gave my left hand a break to flick at the ends of his hair. “I won’t be able to help you with any of it, but – “

           “That’s not in your contract, Composer. Don’t even worry about it.”

           “Duly noted, Boss.”

           I had been better at mimicry than I had expected. He was practically melting back toward me, his shoulder-flesh sinking beneath my hands. That was when I got a rather devilish idea. “You know…I may or may not have a few other tricks up my sleeve.”

           “Oh, yeah? Well, play them on me and let’s see how well I withstand them.”

           “You know the sheer volume of ASMR videos I watch, right?” This room being one of the few places I could bring that up and know I wouldn’t be mocked for it. Same way he could wear pink tie-dye pajamas and not hear any shittalk from me. “I’ve learned things. Things you wouldn’t believe.”

           “Come on. I’ll believe anything from you, Composer.”

           “Then don’t say you weren’t warned.”

           I let his shoulders alone, sliding my right hand up into his bubblegum-pink hair. Struck once again by how ridiculously soft it was. He seriously put time into it. I started off in the traditional method – just working the skin of the scalp, same way as the shoulders.

           “Seriously?” he taunted. “I mean, sure, it’s good, but this is just level-one stuff. Even I could – “

           That little devil took over, and I changed tactics, using the gentlest of pressures to scratch through his hair with my fingernails.

           “…Now thaaaaat’s more like level three.”

           “I finally get to spoil you for once,” I said cheekily.

           “Well, outside of the general gratification that automatically comes with recruiting you as an independent-contractor minion.”

           “You’re sweet.”

           “Yeah, well, that’s our secret, remember?”

           “What secret?”

           “About me be – “ He got it then. “I mean. Yeah. Right. I didn’t say anything. You don’t know what I’m talking about.”

           He then flinched and gave a light “Yeep!”. I’d changed tactics yet again – lightly grabbing the roots of his hair and giving a mild tug.

           “Did that hurt?” I asked, a new wave of anxiety suddenly washing over me.

           When he warbled “No,” I could hear that it wasn’t the tone of someone in pain – it was the tone of someone who wanted more of that. So I dealt more out, lightly pulling locks on the left, the right, near the front, near the back of his head.

           “I really did underestimate you on this front,” he admitted. “You know now you have to do this more often.”

           “You keep doing my shoulders and it’ll be an even trade.”

           “This is actually…really, REALLY relaxing…I could almost just…”

           It was gentle yet sudden, him falling back onto me, pinning me to the headboard. The back of his head was nestled onto my right shoulder, nuzzling close to my own face.

           “What,” I teased, “you’re falling asleep already?”

           He didn’t answer. Just snuggled a little closer back to me, like I was some sort of body pillow. That was when I realized he actually had fallen asleep on me – quite literally.

           “Gio!” I hissed, poking his shoulder. “Giovanni! Wake up!” Though I didn’t say it quite as loud as I could have. “I can’t sleep pinned up like this!”

           He wasn’t moving, sound asleep.

           Great.

           I contemplated just shifting his position, laying him down properly or just scooting out from behind him. However, that ran the risk of a rude awakening, and…I just couldn’t. He was twice as adorable asleep as usual, and considering that average, that’s a pretty amazing statistic.

           So I decided to try and make the best of it. Sure, I was pinned up against the seat of a faux car, but I had once bragged that I could fall asleep anywhere. (The airplane proved me wrong when I had no idea how to recline the seat, of course. Not a good sign in this case.) I tossed my glasses lightly to the nightstand and shut my eyes, attempting to make myself comfortable pinned between a crime boss and a hard place.

           Strangely enough, it eventually actually worked, somewhat. I could finally feel that state just before sleep when none of your thoughts seem to make sense, turning into a frieze of colors that make up surreal images as the opening act for dreams.

           However, I was just awake enough to be aware of a few things, if not so much to respond to them. One was of a weight being lifted off my chest and shoulder. The sound of a soft curse. A pair of hands gently locking over my forearms, and suddenly, things weren’t so vertical and solid anymore – perpendicular, much softer. (The mattress. I figured that out the next morning when I woke up in the usual position.) A muttering of words that I’m pretty sure were “There we are…nice and cozy.” Then, eventually, the pressure of a second body beside mine, clinging on like I was a life raft in the sea of somnolence, the only thing keeping us both afloat in the dream-realm.

[peaches-of-1]

Demon AU: 666 So Fresh- Chapter 2

Type: Angst, fluff, romance

Taehyung (V), Yoongi (Suga), OC Zula

Warnings: Cursing, mentions of suicide

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It had taken all night and for the three strangers to get far enough for Yoongi’s comfort. She woke up near 10 am when her phone alarm went off. Her hand slapped it off without the rest of her knowing.

Zula bolted up, “Fuck, my paper’s due in two hours!” She then looked around and remembered everything.

Being demon spawn and a killer, she would probably never show up at school again. All that tuition down the drain. Her parents would kill her, but only one of them would be strong enough to actually do it. The one that was an actual demon.

“Sleep well?” Yoongi smirked.

“Y-yeah, I guess.” She shifted in her seat and looked behind her to see the other man fast asleep in the back seat. “So it was real.” She whispered to herself.

The driver snickered, “Taking you a while to realize that, huh, Demi?”

She glared at him, “Not every day you discover you’re half demon. Kind of hard to believe.” Her attention shifted to the window. “How much longer until we stop? I gotta piss.”

“Soon.” He said. “Almost outta gas.” pointing at the dash.

Zula made a sound in reply and then a loud noise came from the back. A sore Taehyung woke up with a roar and a stretch, hitting his head on the door.

“Ouch!”

The two in the front seat giggled.

“Good morning, sleepy head.” Her flute-like voice greeted him.

He smiled at her, “Morning. Aish, I gotta take a piss.”

“That’s what she just said.”

Taehyung met Zula’s eyes even as she tried to hide them away. He couldn’t help but thinking she was hella cute. He was kind of run over by a car last night, so he didn’t think much about actually looking at the people he was with.

“We’re getting close to an exit.” Yoongi said. “Don’t you dare pee in this car, or I’ll end you.”

They pulled up to a pretty small gas station in a pretty deserted town. They went inside to handle their business. Bathroom, gas, and snacks. Luckily, Zula’s rapist had left his wallet in this specific jacket that she had stolen. Wow, a thief and a killer. She really was a demon.

She wasn’t brave enough to use the credit card that was in there. Dude carried enough cash for a decent meal, so she stacked up on chips and gummies and sodas while the others got whatever they wanted. Zula opened the wallet to put the left over cash in and noticed his card was missing.

“Yeah, my boyfriend said it was ok to use it.” Yoongi said, flashing the credit card in the cashier’s face. He smirked knowing she wouldn’t dare cause a scene in a place like this.

“Whatever.” The gothic being said and ran it.

Safe.

Zula just went back into the car and left the door open as she opened the first bottle of root beer. The other man was already in the back eating as well. She wondered where he came from and why such a beautiful face decided to launch himself in front of a moving vehicle.

Yoongi handed Zula the card back. “Thanks.”

“No problem, douche.” She replied with a smile and snatching it back.

He chuckled and leaned on the car, opening a beer bottle. Being raised as a human, Zula knew that drinking and driving was bad. However, she didn’t know how many of those rules applied to Hell Spawn. Probably not.

She still didn’t even know their names. Taehyung was thinking the same thing and was itching to ask her. He didn’t want to get to know her, though, if he was never going to see her again. Yoongi threw his bottle in the trash.

“A demon who cares about the environment.” She snarked.

“We don’t need our second kingdom to be filthy, now do we?” He retorted. “I’m gonna check out the trunk. See what I’ve got.”

Singular. Tae thought. He wasn’t gonna let them tag along. He’d be thrown back into reality with nothing to do and no way to end his horrible life.

“Holy shit!” The brown-haired full demon exclaimed.

If something was enough to surprise him, then it was worth seeing. That’s what the two others decided as they rushed to go see what was up. In the trunk, there was a tan duffel bag overflowing with stacks of money. Based on the face...it was...

Zula gasped, “Holy...”

“Fuck” Taehyung finished.

Yoongi closed the trunk. They were all hundreds. They were rich! As an embodiment of greed, this was all that he had ever wanted. But these two kids knew about it, too.

The girls started hopping around and spinning. “We’re rich! We’re actually rich! I can pay off my tuition!” She was almost in tears. It must have been part of her wildest dreams to have so much money. Didn’t seem like she cared where it came from, either.

“You can’t kick us to the curb now. We know your face and your car, and your secret.”

Brown eyes flickered to the guy inside the gas station who was busy playing on their phone and didn’t seem to pay them any mind. Maybe they should die just in case. The girl stopped spinning and looked at him.

“We’ll report your to the police if you don’t take us with you. Do you know how easily it’ll be to convince them that you’re the one who tricked a poor innocent girl into killing some fratboy asshole?” Zula batted her eyes and pouted.

The kid tilted his head, “She’s got a point.”

He sighed, “Fine, fine, you can come with me!”

The girl rushed him with a hug and bounced, not knowing her own affect on him. Her squeals held more joy than any angel could ever muster.

“I’m so happy, I could kiss you!”

Yoongi smirked and raised his brows. She was legal, even for something his age. Then she backed up, releasing the strange demon man and looking around herself.

“But I won’t.” Zula said as she blushed.

The boy with the mullet had sat on the curb, ��So, names?”

“Yoongi.” Their savior of sorts introduced himself. “Hell Spawn of Greed.”

“Zula.” She followed his lead. “Demi Spawn of Lust, I guess.”

“Taehyung. Call me Tae.” He stopped there.

They nodded and remembered the names of their new companions and decided to drive off before Human Hot Topic remembered they existed. First place they needed to go was to get new clothes. They asked Yoongi what exactly what powers they had. He had no idea. It differed from Spawn to Spawn.

All they knew for sure was Zula apparently could already access her true form which included claws and stuff. She described more of the attempted rape to get a better understanding. Also, Taehyung couldn’t die. Yoongi had a lot of things that he said they’d find out through being around him so much.

Rolling up to the mall, Zula had one more thing to ask.

“Last night you said that I was Hiding. What’s that?”

“You basically don’t exist. It’s a natural response when you don’t want to be seen, you just aren’t. That street last night was bustling with drunk couples and none of them saw you. It’s just to make sure no one, no human that is, knows what you are.”

Tae asked, “So we can’t control it?”

“Not one bit. At least, you two can’t. Not yet. You’ll learn though.”

As Zula started to get out of the car, Yoongi stopped her.

“Where the Hell do you think you’re going?”

“To the mall? I need to get new clothes, Yoongi. Tae, tell him.” She looked towards her attractive companion for back up.

Yoongi shot him a glare, “She’s covered in blood.”

She sighed, “Fine.” In the middle of the parking lot, she took off her bloodstained top and skirt, revealing shorts underneath. “Blood’s only on the inside of the jacket now, and I’m still clothed enough to be seen in public.”

“Barely.” Tae said, biting his lips and looking her up and down.

Yoongi did the same and laughed, “Yep, your parent came from Lust. No doubt in my mind. Let’s go then.”

The three walked into the place like they owned it in order as to not be seen as suspicious since they were carrying nearly $1,000 each. Yoongi got several new blazers and tons of jeans and hats. Tae got scarves, over-sized dress shirts, and a really expensive camera. Zula bought some blazers and several pairs of shoes. A few formals dresses just in case.

She turned around, wavy black hair fanning slightly as she met his dark brown eyes that seemed to glitter.

“Zula, Come with me to put the clothes in the car. He doesn’t trust me with the keys by myself.”

Her eyes turned to Yoongi who gave a shrug. He wasn’t a flight risk, per say, just a bit. Yeah.

“Yeah, I’ll come with you, Tae.”

The other one bought some more things. Apparently, the money was good since no cops or guards had shown up yet. The handsome cashier tried to make conversation about what they were up to. He said he was helping his little brother impress a girl, so they brought her along for a shopping trip.

Said he was using money from his new promotion at some company in the US that she’d probably never heard of. She bought it. And it wasn’t completely a lie. Yoongi had been part of a US company before he scammed them all out of their money and moved back to South Korea.

That was his last big take that lasted him a good while. Yoongi decided to go put his stuff in the car as well. He he had given them enough time.

Tae told her. Everything. How many times he’s tried based on the lipstick stains on the wall. When he started. How he wasn’t sure if he wanted to stop. He lit a cigarette.

“I’m just not sure there’s anything I wanna live for, and just existing sucks. So the only other option is death, right?” He turned to see tears running down her face and was confused at the pain it caused in his chest. Not a pain he had felt before.

Zula wiped her eyes, “I’m sorry. I just. That’s so sad.” She held his hands. “Please find something to live for, Tae. Even if it’s superficial like money or whatever, maybe adventure. This adventure. Find it.”

He was confused. No one had been so passionate towards him in a while, at least not in a kind way. Usually, they were just yells and screams about how he could’ve done better. Blaming him for what he was born as. His parents fought a lot, and he now understood why.

“Would you miss me? If one day I succeeded, would you miss me?”

She bit her lip, looked away and then stared into his eyes, “Yes. I would. I don’t know you that well, but we’re stuck like this for a reason. So yeah, I’d miss you.”

A loud voice surprised and embarrassed them for some reason, “Just fuck already!”

The two parted and didn’t look at each other. They weren’t that close and that wasn’t what they wanted...right? At least, not, not yet.

“So, are we going back inside? I think there might be a few more things--”

“Nah, let’s go somewhere else.” Yoongi cut him off. “I think we need party clothing and bathing suits, and I know a demon who has it for free.”

So they all climbed back in the car.

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[pinupgalore-lanadelrey]

lana definitely got her career and success by her mouth not by her music just like 90% successful women. yall think she got her career because of how smart she is? She fell to the knees for the men. easy way to be successful woman.

90% of successful women??

So what? Successful women are almost always hoes & no talent? Women can only have success if it’s from pleasuring a man?? and what successful men get there by actual talent??? Bullshit.

 A lot of the famous female singers got big from being child stars anyways.. not from fucking their way up to the top. REGARDLESS. Lana has so much talent and creativity. I can’t name a singer who has written more songs. She’s an endless well of ideas. Who cares who she slept with?? She wrote & performed songs for 5+ YEARS before she got any recognition. Taylor Swift, Selena, Miley, Demi, 5H, Ariana, Adele, Lorde, Sia.. I don’t think any of these women got their success by falling to their knees for some rich asshole. It’s no secret that Lana was promiscuous but that whole statement was so sexist.

The rest of the quote said “but none of them helped me which was annoying”“I had gone to record labels in London a year and a half ago and showed them my songs, but no one was interested.““My record was shelved for two and a half years. But because it was so dark, no one wanted to spend money on promoting it. After two and a half years, everyone came to the understanding that it wasn’t the project they thought it was. I was the only person on their roster, they signed me because they liked me. It was a passion project. Working with David, we thought good things were going to come. But just because you work with someone famous doesn’t mean you’re gonna be famous and no one wrote about that album. It was only out for two and a half months on iTunes. You would think it gave me a nice launching pad, but things stood still for a long time.”  

“First of all, no one was even listening to me for ages, so I did whatever I wanted. I had no fans, the same bands I’ve talked to for five years. I know what I like and what to write about thematically and I have integrity in my musical choices and I’ve stuck to that and I think it’s a nice gift for me because I have stuck to my guns about what I want to hear sonically, so at least I’ve done that right.”

“I have taken taking my music to labels for years, and everyone just thought it was creepy. They thought the images with the music were weird and verging on psychotic. And then, one day, its like people decided it wasn’t actually too strange, it was actually too perfect.”

“I haven’t had any help for a very long time. It’s only recently. You have to understand, record labels don’t invest in people who are unknown. Do you know what A&R guys say to people now? "Come back to me when you’ve sold 1 million units.” That’s the case, and I know because I know everything about it, you know. They don’t sign unknown acts. First of all, it’s an impossibility in the economic environment now. The funny thing is, when I signed to my new labels, I was so happy because I was going to have help. I have great ideas and everyone’s so on board.”

[imagines-for-the-fangirls-soul]

Just Yours - Chapter Twenty-Five

Chapter Twenty-Five - Say You Love Me

A/N: Final chapter! (Of part one) Yayyy! I hope you all like it! Please let me know what you think! I’m going to edit the whole thing and release it as one long fic. I definitely meant to make this chapter longer, but it’s kinda perfect just like this, so. I used lines from Jane the Virgin, The Last Five Years, and Nightingale by Demi Lovato. Please, please, let me know what you think!  Pairing: Rafael Barba x Reader Word Count: 3,346 Synopsis: Final Chapter! Tags: @sergeantdodds, @la-devotees, @amelia-save-me, @evs14u, @cumberbabe92, @sweetsummertime99, @gibbs274, @standing-in-a-downpour

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Olivia’s hands weren’t the only ones that had blood on them. You finally caught Rafael’s eye, and you let out a sigh of relief when you saw him. His sleeves were rolled up, and he looked frazzled as he spoke to one of the corrections officer. Although the entire court room looked a little bit frazzled.

“Y/N? What are you doing here?” he asked, moving quickly your way.

“I heard there was a shooting. Are you okay?” you asked, touching his arm gingerly. 

“Yeah,” he said, although he was looking at you nervously. “Johnny D is dead. Did uh, Liv talk to you?”

“Talk to me about what?” you asked, looking Olivia’s way. She made her way towards you, looking more stressed than anyone in the room.

“Nick was shot. They’re taking him to the hospital right now.”

“Oh my god.”

“I’m driving up there now, do you want to come with?”

“Yes.” She nodded and walked towards the door. Rafael looked at you, and you touched his forearm softly again. “I’m glad you’re okay.” He nodded and smiled softly.

“Go to him.” You started walking away, but looked back on him once before leaving.

“Let’s talk later, okay?” He frowned slightly and nodded.

“Okay.”

When you got to the hospital, you met Amanda in the waiting room on Nick’s floor. She hugged you, and smiled comfortably.

“Hey, how is he doing?”

“He’s in surgery. A bullet hit his liver, so they had to do an emergency laparotomy. Now they’re working on his knee,” she replied.

“The liver can heal itself, but a bullet to the knee-” Amanda cut Carisi off by shaking her head. The tall Italian had just walked up, and was already making you feel worse.

“Yeah, I know that,” she said firmly.

“Sorry. I’ll get us some coffee,” he said, scurrying off. The waiting room was filled with fellow officers, each worrying about Nick. Amanda rubbed your arm and smiled at you.

“He’s gonna be okay.” You nodded and sat down next to Fin, who touched your shoulder. He said the same, and you tried to believe it. For the next few hours you sat in the waiting room. Groups of people came and went, but only your squad stayed the entire time.

“Hey, Y/N,” Fin said, sometime around midnight. “I just want to wish you luck in Chicago. I know we’re all gonna miss you a lot-”

“I don’t know if I’m going,” you said quickly. He cocked an eyebrow at you and you sighed, falling back in your seat.

“What do you mean?”

“I don’t know how I can leave all of this,” you said. Fin started to say something about Rafael, but you were pulled away from this conversation when a nurse walked over to your group.

You stood up first, and Olivia was right at your side. She told you that surgery went well, and he was in recovery. It was going to be a few hours before he came to, and she encouraged you all to come back in the morning.

Carisi and Fin decided to head out, and Olivia said that she needed to go home to see Noah. You of course understood, considering everything that had happened today, she wanted nothing more than to see her son. And unfortunately, Amanda had to go home to let out Frannie.

Olivia told you not to stay here by yourself, but you weren’t going to leave. Once everyone left, you texted your dad and your brother, to tell them that you were going to be here for longer. You also texted Graham, who had been here a few hours ago, just to update him on everything.

An empty hospital room at one in the morning was a good place for you to think, and you had a lot of thinking to do. You didn’t know what you would have done if Rafael had been the one to get hurt. It was bad enough to sit out here knowing that your best friend was in there, but if it was -

You stopped yourself before you let any tears fall. You told yourself that Rafael was safe. Yet, you didn’t feel any better. Even if he made it through this moment, who knew if there would be more.

Rafael may not be safe forever, and he wasn’t going to wait forever, either.

“Are you alright, sweetie?” a blonde nurse with a kind smile asked. You nodded and politely smiled. She went behind the counter and grabbed you a blanket, and gave it to you, although you protested.

After the day you were having, and all of the thoughts swirling around your head, you didn’t think you would fall asleep. However, when you woke up again, you were face to face with Zara, and Nick’s mother, Cesaria.

“What are you doing?” she asked with a laugh. You sat up and stretched, noticing the sunlight coming through the windows. You smirked at her as she threw her arms around you. “I’ve missed you.”

“I’ve missed you, too, cutie. You have to tell me all about California.” Zara opened her mouth to start, but her Abuela cut her off.

“In a little bit. Someone else needs Y/N’s attention right now.” At that moment, it suddenly dawned on you that Nick was probably awake now.

“He’s up?” you asked.

“Yes. And he’s been asking to see you.” You stood up, hugged Zara once more, and patted down your hair before walking in to the hospital room.

Nick was propped up in bed, looking tired, but happy. He smiled at you, and you took his outstretched hand quickly. You kissed his hand and he laughed.

“I’m so glad you’re okay,” you said.

“I’m glad you’re here. But I don’t know why you stayed here all night.”

“I didn’t stay here all night.” Nick cocked an eyebrow at you and called your bluff.

“That’s not what the nurses said.”

“Well can you blame me? My best friend was just shot by a serial rapist and pimp, I’m not gonna abandon him.”

“You’re a good friend, Y/N.” You smiled again and looked down at your hand in his. “I’m gonna miss you.”

“About that, Nick-”

“Although, I’ve been thinking, and maybe we don’t have to be that far apart. I know that I’m going to be off for a while because of my knee, and I just heard back that the department doesn’t want to promote me.”

“Oh, Nick, I’m so sorry.”

“It’s okay. I honestly think it’s for the best. This injury and the news has got me thinking. I don’t think I’m going to stay in New York. I mean, Zara and Gil are both in California. There’s not much here for me. I figure I might as well put in for retirement, and start over in California.”

“That sounds really great, Nick.” He smiled and squeezed your hand.

“I’m glad you said that, because it could be a new start for you, too. I know you were set on going to Chicago, but I think California could be great for you, too. You won’t be lonely because you’ll see Zara and I’ll be there, and,” he stopped and laughed for a moment, while you watched him in surprise.

“And I’ve always loved you, Y/N. California could be the time and place where we-”

“Nick!” you said, pulling your hand away. “I’ve already put in for transfer to CPD. Mike is there, I couldn’t.”

“Hey, hey, just think about it, okay?” he said, smiling at you, and before you knew it, he was leaning in to kiss you. Kissing Nick used to leave you breathless and flushed. Not that it didn’t now, but it wasn’t the same feeling. It wasn’t the feeling that you felt with another man.

“Nick,” you said, pulling away, putting a hand on his chest. “I’m going to ask Rafael to marry me.”

“But didn’t he just-”

“Yes,” you said, grinning as you stood up. “But this is what I want. I should never have taken this job in Chicago. Rafael is everything I want.” He looked disappointed, so you sat back down on his side quickly. “I’ll always love you, too, Nick, but-”

“You don’t have to explain. I am happy for you.” You leaned in and kissed his cheek.

“Thank you, Nick.”

“He better know how lucky he is.”

Rafael walked into the precinct Sunday night, more than a little bit irritated. He had hoped that after the case of Johnny D, he would get a few days off. However, Olivia had different ideas as she called him in.

As he walked in, he noticed that all of the lights were dimmed. The front desk was empty, and he heard phones ringing from somewhere in the back. He smiled to himself as he walked deeper into the squad room.

“What kind of budget cuts are thes-”

"Hi.” Rafael stopped breathing for a moment when he caught a glimpse of you. You were standing in front of the cork board that he had given so many presentations in front of before. There were candles lit all around the room, making you glow, and look even more beautiful than he could have ever imagined. You were wearing a blue dress, and your hair was up, and you looked incredibly nervous.

“Hi,” he said, walking closer to you until he was close enough to see the tears that were brimming in your eyes. “What are you doing here?”

“Trying to be brave.”

“Brave?” he asked, although it came out in a squeak.

“Yes. I thought that going to Chicago was the right decision, that it was the grown up decision. I thought that putting my career forward was more important than anything. But, I learned that going to Chicago won’t change anything. I’ll still be a detective, I’ll still rise up in rank as I would here. The only thing that would be different is you. I learned that I don’t ever want to lose you, Rafael.”

“But what about Mike, what about-”

“I can visit,” you said, shaking your head. “I was terrified today that I might lose you, and I don’t want to feel like that. So.” You took a deep breath, and struggled to get down on your knees in the heels you were wearing. Rafael reached out his hand and made you stand up.

“You don’t have to kneel. You don’t have to do this.”

“Yeah, I do. Now, I had a speech prepared, so let me say it.” Rafael laughed softly but nodded. “So, I propose a new deal. We’ve made many in our time together, first when we started hooking up, and then when we decided to give dating a try, but I think - hope this deal will be our last.

“I propose that you and I spend the rest of our lives together. It doesn’t matter where we go, or what we do, as long as we’re by each other’s sides. I propose that we love each other no matter what, through whatever ups and downs we may face. I propose that we get married because I really want to see you in more tuxedos, and I couldn’t even last a week apart from you. I couldn’t imagine a life without you.”

Rafael laughed a little as he smiled at you. He could feel tears forming in his eyes, but tried to hold them back. 

“I don’t know why people run. I don’t know why people are afraid to fall in love. I don’t know why things fall through. I don’t know how anybody survives in this life without someone like you.

“I could run, I could let this fall through, I could survive a life without you; but why? Why, why, why? I want to be your wife! I want to bear your child! I want to die knowing I had a long, full life in your arms. I want to spend forever with you.” You took a deep breath and Rafael opened his mouth to say something else, but you cut him off by holding up your hand.

“I’m not done yet. Before I propose to you, I need you to know all the facts. You need to know that I’m sorry for breaking up with you, even if it was only for a week. You need to know that I love you more than I have ever loved someone in my life, and it was hell to turn you down. And most importantly, you need to know why I love you.

“I don’t love you because you’re smart, and clever, and handsome, and caring. I love you because you’re my best friend. You’re my sanity. Everything that we’ve been through has tested us, proven to us that we are meant to be together, that no matter what happens, we’ll always have each other’s backs.

“You bring me peace. You make me a better person. You’re never selfish, you never want anything from me, you love me for me,” you said, as you started to cry fully. “When I told you about Chicago, you wanted me to go. You are the most supportive man I have ever known, and you’re my dream. 

“And there are so many dreams that I need to see with you. There are so many years that I need to be with you. I will never be complete until,” you took another breath and noticed that Rafael was crying at this point, too. 

“Rafael, will you marry me?”

“Hell yeah,” he said, laughing. You laughed too and wrapped your around his neck, as you finally kissed. It was wet, as you were both crying pretty hard, and you were both smiling too much, but it was perfect. 

“I love you,” you said.

“I love you, too, cariño.” He kissed you again, and this time he heard the applause. He turned his head and saw the entire squad standing in Liv’s office, watching the whole thing. Rafael laughed and shook his head. You shrugged and put your hands up in mock surprise.

Rafael waved them over, and soon you were both met with a wave of hugs and congratulations. 

“I called it,” Fin said when he came up to you. You laughed and Carisi smiled from behind him.

“He did. He said you two would get married.”

“So I take it it was good news?” You turned around and saw your dad and brother walking into the precinct. You nodded and they both grinned as they hugged you. 

“Congratulations!” They then went over to Rafael and shook his hand, before hugging. You smiled as Nick wrapped his arm around you. You leaned against his chest and he kissed your forehead.

“I’m happy for you, Y/N.”

“Thank you. That means a lot.”

“He better treat you well or I’ll beat his-”

“Okay, Nick,” you said, looking up at him. “I know he will.” He kissed your forehead again and you hugged him. 

“Oh, I gotta call Zara and Graham. I promised I’d keep them posted.” You laughed and nodded as he hobbled away on his crutches. You found Rafael again and you kissed. Your friends cheered again, and you smiled, even though you were already smiling. You smiled more. 

“Have I mentioned how lucky I am to be in love with you?”

“It might have come up,” you said. Rafael laughed and leaned in to kiss you, this time keeping his hand on the back of your head to make it last longer. “I am the lucky one though. I found a man who loves suspenders as much as I do.” Rafael laughed heartily and kissed your temple.

“You and your weird kinks.”

“Come on, babe. If you don’t hurry up we’ll be late to Liv’s,” you said as you put on your earrings in the mirror. Rafael groaned from the other room and you heard the bed creak.

“Or,” he said, snaking his arms around your waist, startling you slightly. “You could come back to bed.” You spun around and put your hands on his bare chest. 

“We need to celebrate with Liv. This is a really happy occasion.”

“It was a happy occasion in there, too,” he grumbled, walking back into your bedroom. You laughed and followed him, only to grab your dress from the closet. You slipped on the silky dress, and went into the bathroom. 

“Mi amor,” Rafael gushed as he walked in. You rolled your eyes as he slid his hand across your back. “You look gorgeous.”

“Thank you. I have the best accessory to go with it, too.”

“Oh yeah?” he asked. You nodded and he smiled, knowing exactly what you were going to say. You drew up your hand and showed him the ring again.

“Doesn’t it just look amazing with everything?”

“It’s not the ring,” he said, kissing you happily. 

“With talk like that, you might get me to stay.” Rafael grinned and wrapped his arms around you tighter, looking up at you.

“You’re the most beautiful woman in the world. Our wedding is going to be a magical event everyone will remember for years to come.” You hummed happily and kissed him. 

“Rafi, we have to go,” you said, pulling yourself away from him. He groaned, and let you walk away. “Be downstairs in seven minutes, or we’ll be late,” you said, trotting down the stairs.

About half and hour later, after coaxing Rafael downstairs, falling on the couch together, and then coaxing each other out of the house, you arrived at Olivia’s. She hugged you both when you walked in, and you were soon holding Noah. Rafael smiled at you and you bumped his hip as you swayed with Noah in your arms.

“Do you wanna hold him?”

“No thanks,” Rafael said. You raised your eyebrows at him and he laughed. “I don’t do so well with kids. Although, I’m sure when we have kids I’ll do better.” For some reason you blushed and he kissed you quickly.

“I love you,” you whispered as Carisi walked over, bringing along Fin and Olivia’s babysitter, Lucy. You all cooed over Noah and Liv smiled on happily. Eventually, you gave him back to his mother, who beamed up into his face. Carisi scurried into the kitchen and got everyone a glass of champagne.

“Congratulations, Liv, you look happy,” Fin said. You all nodded in agreement, and Olivia smiled, as happy tears formed in her eyes.

"Amaro coming?” Rafael asked.

“He’s doing better, right?” Carisi asked

“Yeah, he’s only two weeks in to PT so it’s gonna be a long road.”

“But he is doing a lot better,” you said. At that moment, the door swung open, and Amanda and Nick walked in, although Nick had to hobble in on his crutches.

“Hey, you guys started without us.”

“Nick, Amanda, thank you for coming,” Olivia said, meeting them halfway. They handed her a bouquet of flowers and she hugged them. You all milled around together, talking with each other. You watched as Nick walked with Olivia into the kitchen, and you figured he was giving her the speech he gave you, minus a few details.

When they came back over, they both looked as if they’d been crying. You all circled around, ready to toast to everything that you had been through. The last year had been hell on all of you, but you made it through together.

“I just want to thank you all for being here,” Olivia said. ”I couldn’t have done any of this without you, and as a dear friend recently told me,” she said, looking at Nick. “Friends for life.” She held up her glass and you all raised your own.

“Friends for life,” you all repeated, clinking your glasses together. You locked eyes with Rafael as you took a drink. He laced his hand in yours, and stepped closer to you.

“And to a wonderful life with you,” he said. You clinked your glasses together again, and kissed instead of drinking to your toast. 

“Forever and ever.”

[dragonmarquise]

I suppose this is more of a vent for myself than anything, but I just wanna... vent about something that’s been bugging me for a while. Though, bit of a disclaimer: this isn’t gonna be directly related to ace discourse, but I would greatly appreciate it if nobody tries to bring that onto this post, please. Be it for or against, even if you mean it as a joke. I’m gonna be trying to keep this out of the tags by using filler tags, so hopefully nobody tries to start a fight. e_e

So, while a lot of people (both ace and non-ace) debate on whether or not the ace flag is necessary, judging by its widespread use at this point, it’s not gonna go away anytime soon.

But as an ace person, the ace flag is kinda... blegh. For a few reasons.

One, the meanings. In particular, the white stripe is straight up just “allosexual” (and I swear I have seen at least one site list it as representing heterosexual instead, what the hell). Like? Who the hell thought that was a good idea?? It’d be like having one of the stripes on the rainbow flag represent straight people or something.

And then black is just “lack of attraction”, grey is “grey area between aces and non-aces”, and then purple for community. imo the only good/meaningful meaning here is the purple stripe.

There’s been a ton of ace flag redesigns (this one is one of my favorites that I’ve seen recently, though personally my only gripe is that it could be mistaken for a lesbian flag recolor), but let’s face it. With how much promotion and merch the current flag gets, I don’t think there’s any reasonable way to get it completely changed. So at the least, maybe the meanings could be adjusted?

Like, just with some general suggestions, maybe something like: Black for self-acceptance/self-love/self-respect, grey for positive relationships, white for happiness, and then just keep purple as community.

So then besides the meanings of the colors, I have an issue with the colors themselves, mainly that they... don’t exactly harmonize all that well? Basically it’s that the purple is just too bright and pulls the eye away from the other stripes too much. This tweet basically made me realize this was the issue I was having with the colors, since before I knew it bugged me but I just wasn’t sure how to describe why it was bugging me.

The same person who made that tweet also made this, which has the ace flag colors adjusted so that the eye-pulling isn’t as bad. I mean, to compare the original to the adjusted one:

It honestly looks a lot nicer to me! And plus, it wouldn’t require people who make merch and other stuff to make too big of a change, if at all, in what they’re making. I’ve already seen plenty of art and merch that don’t use the exact shade of purple anyways because of color palette/limited materials/etc, y’know?

The same could be applied to demisexual and greysexual (two other identities that generate a lot of discourse, please don’t discourse about them here either oh god).

With demi- in particular, I feel like the triangle part really should be addressed at this point. Everyone knows about the black triangle being used during the Holocaust and all, and like... you can’t really make a “reclamation” comparison, since it isn’t like the swastika where an originally positive religious symbol was used in a bad way. This is a bad thing made for one terrible purpose, which people are trying to use for a different thing (and I have seen discussions of how the flag was designed, it was definitely intentional that it was inspired by the black triangle of the Holocaust, just saying), which... just doesn’t work the same, imo. I don’t think I’m explaining myself very well here, but I hope at least if someone else is reading this, they have a good idea of what I mean.

And I mean, I’ve seen plenty of arguments from actual Jewish people about how this usage makes them uncomfortable, especially since the design decision was very much made by those who had no real connection to what happened back then. But, I digress.

So I’ve been thinking... why not just, maybe change it to a vertical bar or something? Helps make it more distinct from other flags and the ace flag itself without even needing new colors. Comparison, the original and two variations I did with adjusted colors and the vertical bar:

It works well enough!

Also here’s grey- with the colors adjusted too (original and then color adjusted):

Honestly, I’m not expecting this to be something everyone can agree on. And like I said, I’m saying all this mainly just to be able to vent about something that has been bugging me for a very long time. e_e

[cottagecrowe]

Bird mom (Psst) Hey bird mom do you have any OCs so I can ask you the drawing request thingy if you want

THIS IS THE SWEETEST THING ANYONE’S EVER ASKED ME????*CRI* I DO, DO~

I’ll put ‘em under the cut so this isn’t super long for random people that don’t care lmao

So I don’t draw them often, sadly. I really should. :’ ) But some of them keep changing in appearance, so there’s no drawings to post here. :0

Tyr: Long black/white hair and bright green eyesDemon possessed immortalEmo little asshole (honestly if you’ve ever seen the musical Dr. Horrible, he’s a lot like that, so that’s just me being Hilarious tm, lol) Used to be a (TYRanical (haha)) king, at one point, on a large island that doesn’t exist anymore. Left it before it went “Lol Bye”, and became king of France for a while.Had a meaningful fling with a demon OC named Des by my friend @r-e-g-a-l-i-a , marries another OC of mine, Freya, till she’s murdered when his throne at France gets over taken, and eventually finds Des again in modern day, and marries her~. Does not forever stay demon possessed, but does forever stay immortal.Unironically sings The Music of the Night, and relates to the Phantom. (Freya’s his Christine.) Would probably be one of those music obsessed emo’s that had the lyrics to Black Parade on his profile.CAN N O T hold a single drop of alcohol. 

Freya: Literally Rapunzel. No, seriously, I desperately need to develop her more lol. Long-ass blond hair, and deep blue eyes. Hair got so long, people made the story of Rapunzel after her. Poor musician that got Tyr to straighten tf out and get rid of his demon. Honestly has a Sophie-and-Howl relationship with Tyr now that I think about it??Super sweet. Wouldn’t hurt a fly. Got Super Dead by a French Asshole that screwed her and Tyr over when they were King and Queen. Came out to have a good time but honestly feels so attacked.Has to hide the wine from Tyr. Save her.

Vincent(??): I can’t remember what I picked to be his name, legit lmao.Freya’s big brother who died bc he’s a fuckin idiot. (He drank to much lol.) Was also Tyr’s friend. Became a ghost and started haunting Tyr bc he’s an asshole. (Jk he’s really funny, probably.) SUPER ANNOYING, but you love him anyway. Fuckin nerd with long-ass curly hair. Dresses fancier than he can actually afford.

Pandora/Pan/Pancake: Not 100% mine, but I helped @goosemooseproductions develop her, and I also play her, so I get half the credit~LISTEN I LOVE HER SHE IS MY BABE??? She’s like a slightly more chill, not-quite-as-badass, Lord Dominator meets Megara meets Esmerelda. Sassy af.Fight her. (She’s, like, 4″9′ but she’ll kick your ass, she’ll kick anybody’s ass, she’ll kick her own ass.)SUPER poofy, gorgeously curly, kinda mess, black-brown hair. Green eyes~ An “ill-fitting” shirt.Has to cut it short and adorable bc some asshole pulled on it when she stole his wallet probably.A homeless thief in the medieval time period of mentioned friend’s Robby Kiddo story series. Has a thing for knights, but will never admit it. Has the worst backstory ever, and the sweetest little happy ending with one of my mentioned friend’s characters. I ship them so much. OTP all the way I personally hc her as Pan. Bc puns. And bc I can see her flirting up girls.Literally Satine from Moulin Rouge.El Tango de Roxanne is her Spirit Animal.

Adam: ALL THE FALL AESTHETIC STUFFED INSIDE AN ADORABLE LITTLE BOY!!Demi-boy and gay af.bright red hair that goes to his shoulders.Loves Harry Potter and cosplaying Ginny. FRECKLES!!!!Pale ghosty-ghost. Can wear your make up and ball gown better than you. Won Prom Queen.Also won the heart of a demon.Got caught up as the target of a serial killer, oops.Demon boy fell hard and fast and decided to protect him bc he’s Super Gay tm Takes his guitar and truck and drives out to fields in the summer just to make smores over a fire, and sing camp songs with campers, and take road trips across the country.Literally a living aesthetic you can cuddle.

Evean: Emo goth demon that dresses well.Likes to ice skate.Otabek and Yurio’s fusion/love child.Tyr’s Even More Emo younger brother (not really, but in an emo way)Underdeveloped af, he’s just super extra, and super emo, and super gay tbhScary Demon tm, but a cuddly Teddy Bear around Adam Official design keeps fCUKN CHANG IN G *SCR EM* 

Will: Also unerdevleopedLooks like Ignis Scentia but with lighter blond hair and sky-blue eyes.Also a demon are you seeing a pattern yet?Youngest demon and gets teased about it all the time. (He was spawned in 2007. He’s 10 fckn years old. Baby.) Probably loves The Devil is A Par-timer and The Devil Wears Prada. Adopts and raises a little girl named Emily bc Satan was all “yo prove you’re a Real Demon tm by bonding with a human and killing them and bringing me their soul ; )”, and Will was all “um, do you think you could have me do something to her other than that?”, and Satan was all, “how ‘bout you do anyway~?” “Or I’ll kill YOU~ >; )” Died instead bc he’s a GOOD DADExcept he didn’t bc he got promoted to angel o shit :0Also fell in love with the most irritating angel on the planet.

Tranq: The most irritating angel on the planet. God regrets making her. Why did He make her. Mistake.Literally @r-e-g-a-l-i-a ‘s sona bc she’s super gay for Will, lmao. Sorta Lapis hair style except not really. Also it’s pink and glittery, but not hot pink bc ew. Has 3 pairs of small-ass wings but they’re super cute~ Her name’s Tranq bc she’s the Angel of Tranquility and is supposed to bring tranquility to people that need it, but she’s too busy napping and NOT CARING to do her job.I know I have more on her but I caNT REMEMBER I’M???

Emily: Underdeveloped afEither gonna be a ballerina, or a journalist for some big paper. Or both.also freckles!!Pink and blue butterflies are her aesthetic~She just a child, someone help her, she has no idea her 10yr old dad is a demon she’d probably jump ship.Loves Tranq, Tranq is officially her mom, she’s not waiting for Will to marry her ; )

Unnamed/not fully developed OCs:A girl that runs away from an abusive home to her super sweet/problamatic fave uncle and forms a poly with a cute guy and an angel girl trying to help her find said cute guy so she can earn her wings.

[twatkcox]

[The Keihancarl Diaries: February 16, 2019]

Keihancarl here. How are things going there?

By the way, The World According To KCOX is currently on hiatus until further notice, but I might publish a couple of TKD posts (including this one) and some edited pics on The Quirk Concept. Anyway, it's time to document the things that happened on that day.

The weather is gonna be warm and sunny, there’s no need to worry about rain (it actually rained last Wednesday) and cold weather. Well then, my outfit consists of primarily black clothing, with an olive-yellow polo shirt and a golden yellow socks with a zigzag design.

Heading out, I was feeling lethargic inside the UV Express van (going to MRT Quezon Avenue) that I was tempted to fall asleep but I somehow managed to stay up throughout the ride. Also, traffic was heavy in some parts of Commonwealth Avenue. MRT-7 construction is still ongoing and it looks like they've made much progress, but the at-grade section of the entire line closed a number of U-turn slots in the area, and the Tandang Sora flyover is due to be demolished to give way for the construction of the MRT station there.

Reaching MRT Quezon Avenue station, I load up my Beep card and head inside the station platform. As usual, the escalator isn't running so I'm forced to take the stairs than to wait for the elevator to take me up to the station.

In the wake of the recent bombing incidents in Mindanao (particularly in Sulu, where a church was attacked by suicide bombers), LRT and MRT started banning bottled liquids inside the train, particularly water and other beverages. It was extended to banning colognes, rubbing alcohol, and lotions. It drew an ire from some of the commuters, and they decided to ease up on the liquid ban. In the end, they started allowing bottled liquids (cologne, rubbing alcohol, and lotion) for as long as it is below 100ml. Anyway, they let me inside the station without even checking for any liquids inside my bag. I was carrying pocket-sized alcohol and a small cologne spray at the time, both 50ml each.

I then rode the train and got off at MRT Guadalupe station. From there, I started walking to my first stop, the Power Plant Mall.

Along the way, the Estrella bridge is currently being expanded so it's closed to motorists.

Reaching the Power Plant Mall, I decided to have lunch at KFC. After that, I started visiting a few shops.

I checked out the mall's expansion, and it looks kind of world class. Anyway, I visited a few shops, particularly Fully Booked and Common Room.

The specialty bookstore's manga section is awesome, they even have some interesting titles, like Ajin: Demi-Human, Toradora!, and Noragami. And they're playing a David Benoit track called "The Key To You", though it's barely audible. It is one of Fully Booked's branches that are worth visiting.

Skipping the Century City Mall, I then head to my next destination, Circuit Makati.

I passed by Santa Ana Park's old facade as I walked from the U-turn slot to the bus stop, and into the mall area. Yup, the entire estate used to be a racing track for horses, until most of it was converted into a mixed-use development.

By the way, the mall area (Ayala Malls Circuit) is now open, though not all parts of the mall are airconditioned. The fast food chains are located there.

I passed by Biblio and I found a manga book. It is the only manga book I saw on the shelves.

The activity center is on the second level of the mall.

You can even see the area from the other side of the mall's atrium.

There are some interesting shops inside, including Asian Mart.

This grocery features imported goods mostly from China and Korea, from cookies to instant noodles, condiments to seasonings. They also sell various ingredients used in Asian dishes, like tea mushroom and shredded tofu. And yes, they have rice.

There's no Fully Booked branch in that mall, unfortunately.

And there's the mall’s roof deck, a rooftop park above the mall. The artificial grass feels comfortable to sit on, so I did. It gets breezy up there and I feel kind of relaxed at the moment.

You can see the Makati skyline from here.

Visiting Circuit Lane, there's an asphalted road that separates the mall area from the strip. Could this be an access road to the other side of the estate? Who knows.

There weren't many people at the open grounds outside Circuit Lane. Perhaps they prefer hanging out at the rooftop. The weather is still hot when I visited the area.

And it's time to visit Binondo and Divisoria areas. Nothing much, just checking the place, visiting a couple of shops, and perhaps taking a lot of selfies.

Inside LRT Quirino station, the guard thoroughly checked my things inside my bag, and then gave a thumbs up, meaning I can get in.

The LRT train bound to Roosevelt Station had an advertisement wrap in it, as well as the ad spaces inside the train, promoting a Japanese-Filipino anime Barangay 143.

Getting off at Carriedo Station, I just noticed that Plaza Lacson is already fenced.

Last time I've been there, there wasn't a fence on it. Perhaps it was done to protect the statue from vandalism. I'm not sure.

Reaching the Lucky Chinatown Mall, I decided to freshen up and visit the cinema area. Chapters And Pages had already moved out and that space is boarded up with a tarp for a Bahn Mi place.

At the bridgeway to the mall’s annex building, lanterns greet the shoppers. There were some cute and nice designs in these lanterns too.

At 999 Mall, I decided to have an early dinner at the food court. I had fried chicken and rice at a fried chicken stall. For a reasonable price. I really enjoyed the food so much, I might try their other offerings when I passed by the area again.

I checked the stall selling anime shirts, and there were some new additions. Still, I couldn’t find anything interesting. I also visited a stall (in 168 Mall) selling anime and K-pop merchandise (well, mostly K-pop) and checked some of the anime posters I might be interested in. Well, I couldn't find anything so I head back to Lucky Chinatown Mall.

Back there, the lanterns on the bridgeway were lighted, as well as the ones at the City Walk.

I took some selfies before going home.

I took an e-tricycle to LRT-2 Recto station, but the long lines made me switch to UV Express instead. It took me a long time to get a ride, unfortunately.

I checked Google maps, and I knew what I'm about to deal with... obviously. Seeing maroon on the large portion of Commonwealth Avenue tells me that I need to brace myself for heavy traffic ahead.

I got home safe and sound, finally, and I'm about to edit this post you're reading right now. It was a fun weekend, and I'm so glad I did go out on such a fine day. The rooftop at Circuit Makati is really awesome!

BGC for March? Absolutely. Until next time! Keihancarl out.

All pics are taken by yours truly, Keihancarl, and are uploaded to my private Instagram account, @kcox105.

[xiajin]

Requests are open? *swoon* Could we get more of your sci-fi royalty au? I loved it so much! That or something with a demi Yoongi being ready to move forward in his relationship with Kook? Iloveyou.

ever as beforesugakookie; space prince!jungkook au and bodyguard yoongi au 

/

yoongi has just been promoted when he next sees him. 

the boy with no name comm, no linked words across his wrist, no spaced numbers telling yoongi his name. nothing about him that betrays any hint to yoongi who he really is. he did not see the boy - whom he assumed was a servant - at the crown prince’s coronation, and much so everyone was required to go to the boy-prince’s rise to power. despite knowing that crown prince’s temperament and sometimes even cruel behavior, when he sat on his throne, his face was blank. there was nothing in his eyes, not when the crown passed from it’s lone pillow onto his head. there was a breath, clapping, a bit of festivity - the king, now, junghyun, with his blank face and his dark eyes, said nothing. his features are vaguely familiar. 

yoongi sees the boy three weeks after, when he’s been given his badge and his new comm for captain of the royal guard. kookie, if yoongi recalls correctly, wearing those rags again. he’s kneeling against the side of a fountain, dipping his hands on the water. yoongi tenses, wondering what the hell the kid’s doing, before he hears a little whimper beside him. 

there’s a small child next to kookie, holding onto his bleeding knee. he’s sniffling, tears running down his eyes, and yoongi watches from the shadows as kookie gets out a handkerchief and fumbles with wringing it out, pressing it hard against the bleeding area. 

“you shouldn’t be running,” kookie says, but he sounds more anxious than he does chastising. “what if someone caught you?” 

“i’m fine, hyung,” the kid whines. “we don’t get to see you at all! minah misses you too! when are you gonna play with us? no one else is strong enough to throw us in the air!” 

kookie smiles, letting it flicker across his face. “i mean...i don’t know. maybe next week?”

“next week?” the kid gasps, jerking away from the now-bloody handkerchief, “that’s like forever!” 

“i know,” kookie sighs, wiping down his leg, “but there’s nothing else i can do. mother is really strict, you know.” 

the kid sniffles. “my mama is strict too. she makes me go to sleep every night after supper milk. i’m not even tired then!” 

kookie suppresses a smile, and yoongi has to hold down his own snort. ah, kids. 

“go,” kookie says, motioning him away, “i’m going to go run back. father should be looking for me, and i don’t want him to catch me, huh?” 

“or else he’ll make you scrub all the rooms!” the kid declares, breaking down into giggles, “like last time, right?” 

“right,” kookie echoes, and yoongi files away that information quickly; so he’s a servant in the upper quarters? it would make sense, then, why yoongi would never see him around. not that - he was looking or anything, but - 

the kid runs off, yelling something in the distance, and kookie remains on the floor, waiting. he presses his hand against the side of the fountain before dipping his hand again in the water, brows furrowed. there’s a calm, almost odd silence that overtakes him, and yoongi thinks that his posture is uncommonly still for someone who says to work often. he simply looks at the rivulets of water running past the thin sliver of space between his fingers. yoongi feels his muscles relax from their previous tense position, and he’s about to come out of the shadows and maybe make a sharp retort for the kid, but - 

“your highness!” a shrill voice comes from somewhere. well, it’s shrill for the end few words simply growing in decibel. yoongi looks around on instinct, watching for the king or previous monarch, but neither of them are here, so who? - 

kookie slowly turns his head and watches as the well-dressed valet come up to him; he’s broad-shouldered and handsome, and looks like he holds a high position in the court. “there you are,” he says, disapproving, “you’re wearing those rags again. did you at least wash them this time?” 

“i always do, hyung,” kookie replies, looking far off. he turns back to the fountain. “how did you find me? i thought i locked the bedroom.” 

“you did,” the valet says shortly, “with me in it.” 

kookie smiles. “yeah, that was the point.” 

“your highness,” the valet stresses, as if he can pour all of his frustrations into one word, “your brother, the king, would like to speak with you.” 

yoongi stares. he feels caught, like a fly in a web, watching enraptured at the conversation; a chill settles in his bones as the implications set in. 

“funny how he wants to talk now, but doesn’t bother letting me or mom out of the house for years,” kookie says indifferently, but there’s something - cold - in his voice. “what does he want?” 

the valet stays quiet. 

kookie inhales. “hyung.” 

“i don’t know, i’m sorry, jungkook.” 

kookie - jungkook, finally looks over. yoongi can make out his features from his side profile, the features that look too clean to be anything else but noble, whose hands are soft without any calluses. 

“it’s fine,” jungkook says, even though he doesn’t sound like it’s fine. he stands up, brushing off his linen pants. “let’s go, hyung.” 

yoongi, like he is always apt to do, watches from the shadows, feeling limp. feeling like he’s stumbled on something that he probably wasn’t supposed to. and still, still, he thinks - about jungkook and his hands in the water, waiting. waiting. watching the sky and wondering. 

[therevaliir-blog]

Announcements: 03-26-2017

Site Changes:

- The Wand (found in Ye Old Sword) has had its description updated.

- Lots up updates to items and their pricings, visit here for the full list and refunds!

- Brittlez has been working tirelessly on a new welcome page that new users will be able to go to as soon as they sign up. This will be separate from the  Starter Kit. She’ll be adding a button to go to the starter kit page from this page as soon as she gets done with this. (She’s  coded most of this herself besides Telly turning it into an html/css page for her) So be gentle! The New Welcome Page This is for new users so they aren't completely lost when they start the site :)

- We discontinued these items:

Goddess Locket- 250 silver. If the owner doesn't own Cure + Heal we will gift them it.

Changling Brooch- 200 + Incognito

Magician's Hat- 300 + Summon Item

Revealing Monocle- 500 + Reveal

Ring of Purity- 150 + Dispel

Heart-Shaped Amulet- 300 + Lucina's Lantern from the Abed Summer Event

Final Breath- 400, was combined with Resurrection there wasn't really a need to have both.

Poison Field- 80, you can literally just cast poison a bunch of times.

Lightning Field- 80, same principal as above.

Dice- 15 

Text Editor:

- The Administration of Revaliir is very, very sorry about the problems with our text editor. Currently, Darros (Telly) is annoyed at all text editors available on the net and he is building his own from the ground up for Rev to use. SO - until that's done we're gonna have to endure the problems this one is giving us. Thank you so much for enduring this terrible problem and we assure you that… THAT IS NOT SCREAMS OF BLOODY MURDER!!!! that you hear in the backend of Rev. (ok it is we're murdering the text editor). But we're trying to get this fixed as soon as possible. Code just takes a long time to write and make sure it works with our current set up. <3

-   Anyone who has problems with their posts get ahold of me. Everyone pasting from ANYWHERE even here highlight your post hit the remove format button. Then bit the bbcode button to see your paragraphs disappear. THEN reinsert all of your paragraphs and put in your bbcode. I understand this is a pain but this is a temporary solution until we roll back the old text editor. I've been pulling my hair out trying to figure out why some browsers are having it worse than others.

Firefox + Google Docs = Blank space

Firefox + Word Doc/Libre = Aligning left for some weird reason

Chrome + both = removal of all paragraphs (this is the least worrisome out of all of it)

I don't know about edge though because I refuse to touch it :V

-  Darros edited the code on the text editor.  It should strip the formatting on paste now.

Two New Gods Announced!:

We debated for a good hour or more and only two choices remained when we were done. Before we go on to announce the chosen for these spots we decided to go into a bit about choosing them. First: We didn’t choose them out of favoritism. Each has the skills we look for. One of them we shot down multiple times and told them to keep applying and how they could improve. Second: We wanted you to make sure that you knew that *I* wasn’t biased in this. You’ll understand when I get to the results. I was most critical of both of our choices and tore them apart worse than the other two Triune members. If anything these choices had it worse than the other applicants making the scales tip in the other applicants' favors. Now we get on to the god selection: Our new gods are: Porthyrius, the Keeper of the Keys and Secrets of Knowledge and the Arcane, The One with the Silvered Tongue.   Xunatar,  the Chaosweaver and the Lord of Lies. Gypsy(Porthyrius), does an enormous amount of things for Revaliir behind the scenes. She not only draws for us but she has come up with many ideas for the site that we’ve implemented. Every project we’ve ever started she’s joined. Her activity level is second to none (Well maybe myself). She is friendly and helpful to all who come to her. We were worried about announcing Gypsy as well but we believe that her activity and devotion to the site speaks for itself. Brandon(Xunatar), is a moderator on our site. He has been with Revaliir since the June before we opened our doors. He was/is some of the driving force for things we do. He helps all and will rp with anyone. He is the ideal Moderator but we weren’t looking for a moderator when we chose him for this spot. His lore weaving is some of the best I’ve seen(That we have seen). He also have a high activity count, which we count. He can also rp with anyone easily. This is not the first time he’s applied but he has worked on the things we told him too. We’re glad to have him not only as our moderator but as what we hope to be a long standing deity. When selecting him I sat in a different room and he didn’t know a thing about what I was doing. He didn’t know and still doesn’t know that we picked him. This will be the first he’s heard of it despite us living together. Brandon’s selection is the hardest because we worried people would think I was being biased. However, I am only one person out of three and easily out voted. The others saw what I did. An evolving roleplayer who has earned his right to become a deity ontop of his job as moderator. He has an even harder job as I’ll be over him making sure that he gets his stuff done. By no means does he have this easy, if anything he has it harder. I don’t like our deities slacking no matter who they are. Revaliir is our baby and we wouldn’t put any ol person as a deity just because we like them as a person. Overall I owed this explanation to no one. As I hoped that you all would trust in my judgment and trust me to be fair. I’m doing this because I want to be transparent with everyone. Cello and Whitney agreed with that line of thought and we thought this was best. That being said anyone who gets caught ranting to members in the discord or on skype (anywhere it gets reported from) will be issued a warning. We’ve had problems in the past with people thinking we promote favoritism. We don’t. I certainly do not. As I said before those I choose are what I believe to be the ideal person for roleplaying and being an active leader in our community. That’s all I want for this site. However, their applications have to make sense and I won’t sit with rose-colored glasses. I’ve ripped apart their applications down to the single most elusive detail. All in all these two have earned their spots and I’ll be happy to talk to whoever didn’t get the spots and help them with their applications if they want for the future (keep in mind the applications might change for the next round whenever we have them). Brandon’s moderator position will be moved to Xunatar following this announcement. This rounds out the conclave to 6. Unless we see a higher number of people on the site or someone falls this will be the last god selection for a while. Also this interestingly enough rounds out the conclave: 2 good, 2 neutral, and 2 evil.

Just a Reminder:

Rev is getting a whole bunch of new people! We understand everyone is excited but we would like to remind people that they need to read the rules. Revaliir is a high fantasy medieval site with its own lore. We don't go by the real world here nor do we necessarily go by the written lore of others. 1. Only Gods can be Immortal: Lemme explain. There is no rule on age here in Revaliir. We're not talking about THAT kind of immortal. We're talking about being able to take hellfire from another God and living. We're talking about taking so much damage that your body is barely being held together. THAT kind of immortal. That is why Immortal is only reserved for the gods. No mortal(aka not gods) should be able to take that kind of damage and live without an outside source.(say a God healing you) Not dying from illness? Have cure on you. It's a cheap spell. Don't die from poisons (not godly poisons looking at you Dal) but regular poisons? Get cure again. Heck you can't even be killed unless you give permission so your character is practically immortal anyways as long as you don't powerplay. 2. You have to rp with the items in your inventory. We have shops and silver for a reason. This puts everyone on equal footing. Everyone starts off the same. Even the original staff members of the site started out with nothing but their starter packs. That being said your stories don't have to be the same. 3.We are not restricting you. I've been to plenty of rp sites where you can't play whatever you want. We're literally restricting you on one thing, Immortality. The items thing? That isn't a big deal. If you rp a lot and advertise (you get the x3 silver boost for that) you'll have the items you need in no time at all. 4. No one is allowed to have demi-god characters. Don't even Gods can spawn Demi-gods. This makes all characters not gods equal. 5. Even the Triune is equal to the Gods. We get no extra power but the ability to call mandatory conclaves. 6. We restricted our Gods outside of temples to make it more fair for everyone.  Hense the 3 god rules. Past those 3 rules we can't do anything to you without your permission. We can't even kill your characters even in our temples. (because that is fair) You guys have free reign to do whatever you want on Rev as long as it's within the rules. You can have your own kingdom. You can have your own guild. You can do whatever your heart desires within the rules. We don't even have that many restrictions on things like that. We aren't being cruel or unfair by setting rules and guidelines. If you have a problem with it talk to an administrator or try and understand why we have it the way we do. Revaliir is one of the most free-form rp sites out there with its own lore. We truly can't help you if you think Rev isn't for you and we also hope you don't expect us to change Revaliir for you. Do not under ANY circumstances insult Rev staff or userbase because you don't get your way. We're all mature adults/blossoming young adults. If you have problems with stuff get ahold of staff. If you think you need something for character building so you can start get ahold of me. I have 10,000 silver I will gladly help you. There is no excuse for not following the rules, being rude to staff members who are doing their jobs, or screaming we're unfair. You being that way makes it unfair to everyone who are following the guidelines and rules. We will do whatever it takes so that our regular everyday users have peace of mind. This is by no means calling ANYONE out. It has happened one too many times and I will start being the one who handles it if this keeps up. You don't want that and I don't either. I quite like being the bubbly lead administration besides the other two who are regularly in charge of being the mean ones(sorry gals I love you). However, I won't watch our staff or userbase be treated like that. I assure you that I am 10x as worse as the others when warranted so please don't make me be that way because I don't want to be. I want to see Rev grow and become better and also not have a toxic community. Now please everyone get along and be understanding to each other! (Also read up the rules. I posted the Welcome page up that would be a good place to start) Also please remember that most of us do this after a long day's work or in between children needing their parents. This is our fun time too. Sorry for being mean, Brittlez One of the Lead Site Administrators One of the Lead Site Administrators

Staff Breakdown:

In order to better serve the user base of the site, here is the actual breakdown of personnel to seek out when a problem arrives. Please make sure that you seek out the appropriate staff members; if not then the problem will be forwarded to the correct parties. Moderators (Green Usernames): For post related problems, issues with harassment from another non staff member, general questions about the site. Administrators (Blue Usernames): For moving actual threads to their proper locations, activating accounts, moving items, issues with the shop, resetting passwords, distributing silver, having issues with warnings and strikes, having issues with moderators. Triune(Golden Usernames): Custom item creation (Angela Rose), issues with another Triune member, issues with an Administrator, event related problems, issues with Deity members, general questions about Deities and lore. *Angela Rose and Dalenesca may be contacted if no Admin is currently online at the time of needed assistance and either of them are.*

News, Updates, and Revivals:

We've added some new stuff to the site to help people out… and we've updated some old stuff/revived it to check to see if there is any interest. 1. Synth Recommendations + Other Info : This has a list of pricing for trades. Info on a bunch of other stuff like custom items, event items, etc, etc. For more info go read it real quick :) 2. Wish Upon a Star : A weekly Synth Ingredient Lottery that will roll every Saturday has been started. Zanetimm92 is my faithful helper. Read up on the rules about it to get started. 3. The Wishing Well : Rules have been updated to include synth ingredients and synth items. 4. Roleplay Roulette : Has been restarted and I am gauging interest on whether or not to keep it stickied. It was previously left alone due to not only activity but Revaliir getting busy. This is a fun way to get a new/old roleplay partner. Read up on the rules!

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Iggy Azalea SLAMS Tyga Dating Rumors & Revealed She Knew Demi Lovato BROKE Her Sobriety

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Iggy Azalea is speaking out about those Tyga dating rumors and revealing some shocking information about BFF Demi Lovato’s recent relapse.

Iggy Azalea is holding nothing back.

Iggy Azalea was linked to Tyga a few months ago after they were allegedly seen getting cozy at Coachella. But according to the Australian rapper, this report is total BS.

She tells E!’s Daily Pop QUOTE, “I really wasn’t hugged up. There are no pictures of me and him hugged up, but when you’re at a music festival and everyone’s packed in like sardines, of course we’re next to each other. When you hang out with your friends and you’re the only two famous people out of 10, then you’re getting married and having children.”

Iggy and Tyga recently worked together on her song “Kream,” but their relationship is strictly platonic and they’ve actually been friends for almost 10 years already.

But the status of her rumored romance with Tyga isn’t the only thing Iggy opened up about recently. As you probably know by now, Demi Lovato admitted to relapsing in her emotional new ballad “Sober.” While the entire world was shocked by the confession, the Australian rapper wasn’t, as she already knew about the slip-up.

The 28-year-old tells ET QUOTE, “I had known about it, as a close friend. So I had really wanted for her to be the one to tell people that. And I worried a lot, as her friend, that something was going to leak or somebody would somehow take that and use it negatively against her, or to make her seem like she’s got a secret.”

She continued QUOTE “It’s not my business to say to my friend, ‘You need to fess up,’” she continues. “But as a friend, you worry and you’re like, ‘Oh, my God, my friend, she has this thing that people can use against her and I really want her to own it.’ And she did!”

After Demi released “Sober” and spoke her truth, Iggy was quick to show her bestie support. She tweeted QUOTE “Waking up listening to @ddlovato ‘sober.’ Im proud of you for having the guts to reveal your truth to the world again. NOT. EASY. I’m here for you friend! (you know this) I pray you’ll choose recovery again. All of us who love you only want to see you happy and heath. I was there the day we sung you happy birthday for 6 years sober,. I jumped a random persons fence in my PJs to come get you, even when you had no clue i was gonna pop up on your ass. lmao. I am prepared to keep doing crazy sh*t b*tch. deal with it cause I love you.”

So, no, Iggy never dated Tyga and yes, she did know about Demi’s relapse — any other questions for the multi-platinum rapper? Cause at this point, it seems like she doesn’t care to hold any information back and will probably give you a straight answer. What do you think about her reveals? Tell us your thoughts in the comments below. I’m your host Renee Ariel thanks so much for watching Clevver. Please Click to the right to watch another new Video and don’t forget to subscribe to our channels.

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Much Music: February

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February was a busy month filled with projects and work, on top of four shows! Check out the list of upcoming concerts in March!

Hippo Campus Supporting Act: Sure Sure

Hippo Campus is an indie rock band from St. Paul Minnesota. The group consists of vocalist Jake Luppen, guitarist/vocalist Nathan Stocker, bassist Zach Sutton, and drummer Whistler Allen. The band made their way to Brooklyn Steel on February 10th, supported by California-based band Sure Sure.

Sure Sure is an indie pop band from Los Angeles, California. They have been making music since 2014, and just recently released their first full length, self-titled album on January 12th. Sure Sure’s music was upbeat and fun, and got the crowd ready for Hippo Campus’ set. The last song they played, titled “Hands Up Head Down,” had a dance that accompanied it. Prior to the song the band explained how to do the dance, and it was fun to see the crowd participate.

Hippo Campus played several songs from their more recent album “Landmark,” and EP “warm glow” which came out this past September. Three songs in, Nathan said, “This is already the best night of tour so far,” which was definitely a noteworthy statement since their New York show was sixth to last. The crowd was pumped and did not shy away from dancing and singing along, especially during songs “Little Grace” and “Traveler.” Hippo Campus ended with “Buttercup,” dedicated to Planned Parenthood, who they partnered with during this tour. Fans chanted for a solid two minutes for an encore before the band finally returned to the stage. A much deserving roar from the crowd made the guys smile as they finished up their set with “Violet” from their 2015 EP “South.” They played a fantastic encore performance, accompanied by some crazy strobes and lots of headbanging.

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Two Feet Supporting Act: Absofacto

Bill Dess, who goes by the stage name Two Feet, is a singer-songwriter from New York City. His sensual, mellow sound enforces electronic beats with a jazz/blues influence. On February 16th, Two Feet and opener Absofacto performed at the Music Hall of Williamsburg in Brooklyn.

Absofacto is singer-songwriter and producer Jonathan Visger. His bedroom pop/indie sound has a nice balance of organic fluidity and electronic elements. I had never heard Absofacto’s music prior to the show, so hearing him perform live was a pleasant surprise. Listening to his music online afterward was a bit disappointing in comparison to his live show, so I’m glad that I was able to experience the performance before developing assumptions. Although Absofacto is a solo project, his live band was equally as talented and exciting to watch. The female bass player and back up vocalist had a great voice and captivating stage presence. The crowd definitely enjoyed the set, and were jamming along from the very beginning.

Two Feet came on shortly after Absofacto. For a solo artist singing with only a guitar in hand, his performance was rich and full of enjoyable moments, and very passionate. He would get into these amazing guitar solos, kneel on the ground, and strut around the stage with confidence and swagger. Besides playing his popular hits, Two Feet also covered Blackbear’s “idfc” and Bill Wither’s “Ain’t No Sunshine.” In addition, he played a couple of unreleased singles. The show was not only packed with fans of various ages, but also with family and friends. “I can’t believe all you guys came out to see me; it means so much. I have family and friends here, so this is a really exciting night.”

Awolnation Supporting Act: Nothing But Thieves & IRONTOM

Awolnation is an alternative rock band from Los Angeles, California. They began their rise to fame in 2011 with the release of their first album “Megalithic Symphony,” which features one of their most popular singles “Sail.” Currently, the band is on tour to promote their newest album “Here Come the Runts,” with supporting acts IRONTOM and Nothing But Thieves. The band made their way to Terminal 5 on February 22nd.

IRONTOM was an amazing first opener. Lead singer Harry Hayes was lively and exciting to watch. His dance moves and facial expressions were emotive and exuberant, to say the least. The California band formed back in 2012, and have since released two studio albums, “IRONTOM Compilation,” and their more recent album “Partners.” Nothing But Thieves followed IRONTOM’s performance and brought more upbeat alternative rock jams. “We’re not gonna waste any time or talk any bullshit and get through this set…please enjoy yourselves!” Though the band had a limited set time, they managed to get through their set. It was a shame that they had to rush through the songs and the small talk, which always adds to the concert experience. Lead singer Conor Mason did apologize to the crowd after a few songs. “Sorry I’m being so rude and rushing through the set, but thank you New York, we love you and will return to the greatest city in America in September!”

After Nothing But Thieves’ performance, fans in the crowd were chanting for Awolnation. Everyone seemed eager and anxious for their set to start. Once the band walked on stage and began performing, everyone in the venue was up on their feet and moving to the music. “New York, we’ll love you forever, more than you’ll ever know…thank you for being here with us tonight,” said lead singer Aaron Bruno. Awolnation was full of life, and their performance was uplifting. After I had photographed the first couple of songs and returned to the crowd, I was amazed at all the fans and their energy. There was a couple dancing and singing in front of my friend and I, and at one point during the show, they turned around, grabbed our hands and started singing to us. It was extremely fun and unexpected, and it was one of the moments that made the night memorable. Awolnation’s show displayed a raw sense of community. The band ended the set with their hit single “Sail,” and before the last verse of the song Bruno motioned his hands outward towards the crowd and said loudly into the mic, “We are all Awolnation!” As a fan of their music, the night did not disappoint, and hearing their new album live was a nice treat to end the busy week.

Here are some upcoming shows for March in New York:

3/8 - Ella Vos @ The Bowery Ballroom

3/9 - Ella Vos @ Rough Trade

3/15 - The Hunna @ Mercury Lounge

3/15 - Moose Blood @ Irving Plaza

3/16 - Demi Lovato @ Barclays Center

3/18 - Charli XCX @ Elsewhere Hall

3/20 - G-Eazy @ Radio City Music Hall

3/21 - Demi Lovato @ Prudential Center

3/22 - Coast Modern @ The Bowery Ballroom

3/23 - Billie Eilish @ The Bowery Ballroom

3/23 - Loose Buttons @ Alphaville

3/24 - MGMT @ Kings Theater

3/25 - MGMT @ Brooklyn Steel

3/26 - MGMT @ Brooklyn Steel

3/26 - Billie Eilish @ The Bowery Ballroom

3/27 - New Politics @ Irving Plaza

3/29 - Covey @ Pianos

3/29 - Vinyl Theater @ Baby’s All Right

3/30 - Goody Grace @ Baby’s All Right

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Photography by Pamela Wang

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Is Celesbian Gossip A Step Backward, Or A Sign Of Equality?

Demi Lovato during the 2017 Global Citizen Festival.

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There's a musical episode of Boxed In - director and writer Amy York Rubin's very funny series of digital shorts for IFC's Comedy Crib - that kicks off with Rubin's character receiving a news alert from TMZ: Dianna Agron dishes on the unique intimacy of female relationships. Rubin, sitting in a coffee shop, gets mobbed by a group of women wondering what the news alert might mean.

Stop! Everyone stop what you're doing! one woman yells, knocking a coffee out of an unsuspecting patron's hands. A traditionally attractive female celebrity just made an ambiguous comment about her sexuality!

The entire coffee shop bursts into song - Tell your friends, spread the news, someone famous might be gay - while Rubin's character attempts to staunch the flow of their excitement.

Seriously, this is what we care about? she says. What about everything on the news?

We've got news, they sing back at her. Someone's gay!

By the end of the bite-size episode, another news alert clarifies that (a fictionalized) Dianna Agron isn't gay after all. But Rubin's character has gotten swept up in the commotion, right when everyone's just lost the faith: Wait! Did you guys see this picture of Kendall Jenner and Gigi Hadid?

The episode perfectly captures how easily LGBT fans can get swept up into speculation about a celebrity's sexuality - even at a time when there are more out celebrities than ever before.

The "Fame" episode of Boxed In.

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Twenty years ago, before public support for gay people was anything like what it is now, Ellen DeGeneres risked her career and made history with her 1997 Yep, I'm Gay Time cover story, paving the way for many of the celebrities who have proudly claimed their queerness or openly expressed affection for their partners since. Though nowadays, you're more likely to see a celebrity casually mention their sexual orientation in a tweet or Snapchat or Instagram post than to see one more formally claiming an identity in front of the world.

But the years-long uptick in out celebrities, and the steady normalization of out queer people in Hollywood and beyond, hasn't stopped the are-they-or-aren't-they rumor mill from churning - if anything, it has only picked up steam. Female celebrities can inspire their own particular kind of fervor. In 2017, there's a new generation of famous lesbians and bisexual women (celesbians, if you will) who are casually living out a real-life version of The L Word in front of our eyes, inspiring mass social media followings from fans hungry for the latest celesbian gossip - including for the many celebrities who aren't confirmed to be sleeping with other people of the same gender, but are the subjects of constant, frantic speculation. The recent brouhaha around Demi Lovato (who's been spotted holding hands with a female DJ, and who refused to label her sexuality in a recent interview, after which she defended her decision in a series of tweets) is the latest example of the celesbian gossip train going a bit off the rails.

There is no simple, clear-cut binary of out versus in.

Whether queer celebrities have a responsibility to come out - especially those who have referenced potentially queer experiences in their work, or who have profited from the LGBT community's support - is a question that long precedes celebrities' ability to tweet about it. But that question has become more complicated in a time when coming out is seemingly not as big a deal as it once was, when a new generation is embracing ideas of sexual fluidity and eschewing labels, and, as always, there is no simple, clear-cut binary of out versus in. For female celebrities, that complication is compounded by the gal-palification of intimacy between women, which happens less frequently now in the tabloids but still makes the rounds (like it did with Lovato in September).

We're also living through yet another revival of lesbian chic - a theme in fashion and pop culture at large that paints a certain kind of edgy, feminine-leaning androgyny as the next new hot thing, boiling lesbianism down to a passing but commodifiable fad. And while positive representation of queer women on television is on the rise, it's still far from perfect, leading many LGBT fans to look to celebrity gossip on social media to get their fix of queer drama - and queer possibility. As more famous women continue to come out at younger and younger ages (much like the general population), our cultural fascination with the way they introduce and perform their queerness is only continuing to grow. Whether or not that's a good thing depends on who you ask.

Demi Lovato's sexuality has been the subject of speculation for years. While promoting her new album, Tell Me You Love Me, released late last month, Lovato gave an interview to PrideSource's Chris Azzopardi that reignited an old debate. They spoke about her LGBT activism: She's headlined pride events, including filming her 2013 video for Really Don't Care at LA Pride, and last year accepted the GLAAD Vanguard Award, which honors entertainers who have promoted LGBT rights.

But when Azzopardi mentioned that Lovato's sexuality has been thoroughly dissected on the internet, and gave her the opportunity to speak on it as directly as you'd like, Lovato swerved: Thank you for the opportunity, but I think I'm gonna pass. She explained that she chooses not to speak openly about her orientation because I just feel like everyone's always looking for a headline and they always want their magazine or TV show or whatever to be the one to break what my sexuality is. I feel like it's irrelevant to what my music is all about.

Earlier, Azzopardi had asked about the criticism her 2015 song Cool for the Summer had received from some lesbian websites like AfterEllen for, they argued, implying that women should sample queer sexual relationships only temporarily, and keep it a secret. My intention with the song was just fun and bi-curiosity, Lovato said. I think people look at song lyrics - they look too into it. I wish I could tell that website to 'chill the fuck out' and 'take a break,' because it's just a song.

Demi Lovato and Lauren Abedini on a Disney outing.

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The interview, published on September 15, gained a lot of attention, particularly because Lovato had just been spotted with a gal pal - a phrase that many lesbians have started to consider a sort of no-homo dog whistle for possible girlfriend - at a Disney outing a few days earlier. The gal pal in question was out DJ and producer Lauren Abedini. The two were photographed holding hands (and more), leading to widespread speculation that they might be dating. (Lovato's publicist did not respond to a request for comment.) Lovato declined to talk about her sexuality, but hinted that her new YouTube documentary coming out on October 17 might detail some things about her sexuality, because if ever I want to talk about it, I want it to be on my own terms."

But the internet really blew up after HuffPost's Noah Michelson wrote an essay declaring that Demi Lovato's Reason For Refusing To Talk About Her Sexuality Is Total Bulls**t. Lovato responded directly to Michelson, tweeting, Expectant and rude. Watch my documentary and chill out. She also tweeted a couple more general statements to her 49 million followers, which garnered her a number of you-go-girl writeups from places like InStyle and PopSugar: Just because I'm refuse [sic] to label myself for the sake of a headline doesn't mean I'm not going to stand up for what I believe in ... If you're that curious about my sexuality, watch my documentary. But I don't owe anybody anything.

How can they look us in the eyes and tell us how brave we are for being who we are - and ask us to fill their pockets - if they won't do the same?

In his piece, Michelson argued that Lovato is open about so many other aspects of her personal life - so why not this one?

Michelson told me that he has written about his beliefs that sexual orientation should not be considered a 'private' characteristic before, and it's never gone over well. But, he said, he wasn't expecting Lovato to respond, and he didn't expect so many people to misunderstand what I was saying.

Michelson believes in the political power of coming out, for all of those in a position to do so, but especially feels that those who present themselves as allies and/or make money off of their relationship with the queer community have an even greater responsibility to be open about who they are. How can they look us in the eyes and tell us how brave we are for being who we are or how proud we should stand - and ask us to fill their pockets - if they won't do the same? Michelson stressed that people can refuse to talk about their orientation, though he generally thinks they shouldn't, but the reason for it should not be 'that's private' - especially in the specific context of who Lovato says she is and claims to stand for.

It isn't only journalists, though, who may have taken issue with Lovato's message. In a June interview for Paper Magazine, out bisexual pop singer Halsey - who earlier this summer released Strangers with a fellow out bi singer, Fifth Harmony's Lauren Jauregui, and who has been a vocal LGBT activist - called out pop songs about experimental hookups, which she said perpetuate Bisexuality as a taboo. 'Don't tell your mom' or 'We shouldn't do this' or 'This feels so wrong but it's so right' That narrative is so fucking damaging to bisexuality and its place in society. Halsey didn't mention Lovato specifically, but the lyrics sound like they were plucked from both Cool for the Summer and Katy Perry's I Kissed a Girl. Lovato, at least, appeared to interpret Halsey's criticisms that way at the time, tweeting what looked like a response. (When asked for comment on the interview and Lovato's tweet, a representative for Halsey responded that the two are friends and there is no drama and no comment, pointing to Lovato's Instagram post from July showing Halsey and Lovato posing merrily together. Happy National Coming Out Day Positivity to you! she added.)

Halsey and Demi Lovato in July.

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Demi Lovato Talks Gay Icons, Sexuality Rumors

Whether it’s knowing the already-established history of her sexuality or recalling that time a man had a very visible erection on stage as she performed, Demi Lovato appreciates Demi-schooled journalists.

“Thanks for doing your research,” the 25-year-old singer-actress tells me. “I really appreciate and respect that.”

Her warm send-off caps our frank exploration of queer topics, including the Disney alum’s desire to maintain an air of mystery regarding her own sexual orientation.

While promoting her sixth studio album, Tell Me You Love Me, Lovato talked artists who pander to the LGBT community, daddy issues and Mariah Carey, meanwhile thoroughly explaining her mindful decision to remain tight-lipped to the press about the gender of the person she’s dating.

Because many people will likely not have the opportunity to experience this, what is it like to perform at an NYC gay bar with gay porn playing and a man gyrating on a pole who very clearly has an erection?

(Laughs) You know what, it was very interesting. I wasn’t paying much attention to what was going on behind me, but it was definitely a first-time experience… and it will probably be the last. Actually, who knows? It might not be the last!

You weren’t paying attention to it? And by “it,” you know what I mean.

I definitely noticed it, but I was trying to perform!

It was being called one of the most cringe worthy stage invasions ever.

Yeah, it was pretty cringe worthy.

While we’re on the topic of wangs, tell me how the first thing out of your mouth while accepting the GLAAD Vanguard Award last year ended up being about Nick Jonas’ penis, when you said yours is bigger than his.

It was a joke that I was thinking about saying before I went on because I know that everyone in the audience was totally daydreaming about Nick.

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Was it even more special to have Nick present the award to you?

It definitely meant something that it was being presented by somebody who has been very, very close to me for almost 10 years of my life, but also, it felt really amazing that I was being awarded by a whole community of people. I wasn’t seeking an award. I was just doing what is right. And people should be accepting of the LGBT community. It’s a no-brainer for me. So, defending and standing up for the LGBT community is something that I’ve always been fearless to do because it’s just the right thing to do.

You’ve headlined many Prides and you even filmed your video for 2013’s “Really Don’t Care” at LA Pride. What has been your most proud Pride moment?

I think my most proud Pride moment would be getting the Vanguard Award. It was just amazing. It was just a good really feeling and I was so honored to get that award.

When in your career were you first aware that you had an LGBT following?

I was aware at the very beginning because I came out with a song called “This Is Me” for a movie called Camp Rock (in 2008) and I had gay guys tell me, “This song helped me come out to my family because this song represents who I am.” That was when I was 15, and that was really beautiful to me and really unbelievable and powerful.

You have become a staunch advocate for the gay community. I bet your late, gay grandfather would be really proud of your LGBT activism. I love what you said about him in 2014 on Trailblazers, a Logo TV special honoring LGBT civil rights pioneers. How did he influence the way you grappled with your own sexuality?

He definitely influenced me a lot. I actually would not like to talk about it just because I feel like – I think I outed him, actually, to some relatives, so it’s kind of a sensitive subject.

You didn’t know he wasn’t out?

No, I had no idea.

How about other queer trailblazers that you’ve looked up to?

No – you know, I love who I love and I feel like I look at everybody who is outspoken about who they are as an inspiration and that’s it.

Your sexuality has been thoroughly dissected by the Internet after you alluded to being open to both genders. I want to give you the opportunity to speak on it as directly as you’d like.

Thank you for the opportunity, but I think I’m gonna pass.

“Cool for the Summer” became an anthem for people in the LGBT community, but AfterEllen, a lesbian pop-culture website, got the impression you were suggesting that same-sex intimacy has to be a secret. Was that message your intent and how would you respond to their feedback?

My intention with the song was just fun and bi-curiosity. I think people look at song lyrics – they look too into it. I wish I could tell that website to “chill the fuck out” and “take a break,” because it’s just a song.

I think we live in a world today where no matter what you do, you’re doing something wrong, whether it’s cultural appropriation or it’s being insensitive to certain groups of people. We just live in that age where everything we do is wrong and, unfortunately, everyone’s looking for a reason to have their voices heard, and sometimes it’s not always in the most positive way.

As someone who is an LGBT advocate, is there a reason you choose not to speak openly about your sexuality?

I just feel like everyone’s always looking for a headline and they always want their magazine or TV show or whatever to be the one to break what my sexuality is. I feel like it’s irrelevant to what my music is all about. I stand up for the things that I believe in and the things that I’m passionate about, but I like to keep my personal life as private as possible when it comes to dating and sexuality and all that stuff just because it has nothing to do with my music. Unfortunately, we live in a world where everyone is trying to get that soundbite and I am purposefully not giving the soundbite. Watch my documentary.

Oh?

I have a documentary coming out on October 12 (on YouTube called Demi Lovato: Simply Complicated) and I answer a lot of questions in my documentary.

About your sexuality?

Yeah, some about that. Because if ever I want to talk about it, I want it to be on my own terms.

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Then can we talk about how the drag queens are about to be practicing every song from this album for their routines? Because you guest judged RuPaul’s Drag Race. You know drag. What performance advice do you have for a drag queen who wants to do your new song “Daddy Issues”?

Ohh, I was thinking that would be a fun song for drag! I think a lot of people can relate to the lyrics, so just relate to it and then pour your heart and soul out into it.

Is it important to have daddies on stage?

No, no, no. It’s actually coming from the point of view where it’s like, “I have daddy issues,” so you don’t have to dress as a daddy. I mean, you can if you want! (Laughs)

Do you have a desire to be a gay icon?

If it happens, amazing. I think sometimes people can abuse that opportunity by trying to win over the gay community. It’s something that if it happens, amazing, and I’m more than willing to be that for people. But I don’t go out trying to win over a certain community just so I can say that I have that fan base.

Have some singers tarnished the “gay icon” label?

No. Nobody has tarnished the label, but I’ve heard people say with certain people they are kind of using the fan base just get to that demographic. I never want my music to be for anyone. I want my music to stand up for them.

You don’t want to pander is what it seems you’re saying.

Yeah. I’ll never do that. If the gay community loves my music because they love it, then awesome.

When it comes to gay icons, the Chers, Madonnas and Gagas of the world, which do you most want to share the stage with?

I would love to share the stage with Gaga and Cher. I’d love to share the stage with RuPaul as well! I kind of did, but I want to perform with him.

How about Mariah?

(Laughs) You’re funny.

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Even though you called her “nasty” for her J. Lo shade and her response when asked about you was “I don’t know her,” you both have GLAAD awards and I want to see you two kiss and make up and record a song together.

I think she’s got an incredible voice and, you know, yeah, I’d love to share the stage with her.

As someone who has overcome obstacles to be the sober, confident and empowered woman you are now, what would you tell a young, struggling LGBT person also trying to triumph over similar substance-abuse hurdles and body-image issues?

I think a lot of people drinking and using in the LGBTQ community has to do with finding their identity. The most important thing to know is that you are never going to find your identity through drugs and alcohol, so don’t even go there. You are not going to find the answers through drugs and alcohol.

from Hotspots! Magazine https://hotspotsmagazine.com/2017/10/05/demi-lovato-talks-gay-icons-sexuality-rumors/ from Hot Spots Magazine https://hotspotsmagazine.tumblr.com/post/166079621590