#idk how pirate hats work so you know what just roll with it

[inuhodo]

isle is slouching like the creature she is

[basuralindo]

✨🎊NEW FIC JUST DROPPED🎉✨

I know I said I was probably gonna have a tiny hiatus, buuut I ended up writing a bunch to cope instead, so here it is!

Yes, I mean the OctaViper pirate au, the one I've been bitching about for like a week or something, the one I told myself "this is a self indulgent, back burner type thing, I'm just gonna have fun and not stress about it" about, and then proceeded to get super invested in research and spent hours of my life tryna make it period accurate. That fic. My beloved, horrible child that has given me nothing but trouble yet I'm still so excited to send it out into the world. Please enjoy this dumbshit pain in my ass.

Gonna be adding some thoughts and ref images under the cut, you're gonna wanna read the chapter first. Here there be spoilers.

First off, their ships.

Jamil's ship, The Scarab (reference to Scarabia), is a Baghlah dhow, a relatively light speedy cargo ship mainly used by people of the Arabian peninsula. Some references for the structure and style:

Azul's ship, The Sea Witch, is a spanish Galleon. They outweigh Baghlahs by several hundred tons, armed to the teeth, and while not as fast as a Baghlah, still surprisingly fast for what is just an overall monstrosity of a ship. There's no examples for the specific color scheme and decor, but here's an idea of the general size and over the top style:

They're just generally Extra™. So is pirate Azul.

Speaking of extra, the outfits!

-Jamil wears mostly traditional Sands clothing, in his signature red black and gold, but more decked out than average in order to display the wealth and status of the family he represents. There's also some western influence to the fashions due to trade and culture sharing. He absolutely takes any excuse to dress fancy because Jamil is not immune to wanting nice things.

-The pirates have clothing accumulated from all over the world, which they mix and match depending on preference. Azul accumulates ridiculous amounts of wealth, and the crew ends up with a lot of extra spending money, so taste and practicality are the only limits. Of which Azul has none.

-Floyd mismatches whatever he likes the look of and finds comfortable. So mostly loose fitting stuff in fun colors, and items he finds impressively well crafted. I just kinda wrote out what he'd probably wear piece by piece and it turned into just, classic Pirate™ aesthetic, but I'm just gonna roll with that. You cannot convince me that, without an enforced dresscode, he and Jade would dress remotely alike.

-Azul goes for wealthy high fashion styles from influential western countries (inspired mainly by french, spanish, and italian fashions), because those give the impression of high status. Basically the era equivalent of a three piece suit with fedora and cummerbund. He's very much in peacock mode in this chapter, and went all out with the fancy. I'm kinda basing the look on his masquerade costume, but with some adjustments for the era, like the cavalier hat instead of a tricorn and a more typical cut of overcoat.

-Jade likes to look quiet and reserved just to fuck with people, kinda following along with whatever fashion kicks Azul goes on. He intentionally stays in Azul's shadow the way an ambush predator stays in a hole in the rocks.

-Jamil having an english last name didn't make sense in context, so I gave him the nearest arabic translation of Viper. Khabith is a more vague concept that implies evil/malicious/venomous/underhanded/etc., and is used as a term for venomous snakes as well. There isn't a more specific word for viper that I know of, besides clarifying "'afea khabith", but the implications of Khabith play into the plot I have in mind. Also I just enjoy how it combines with the name Jamil (beautiful) to mean something like "dangerously beautiful", very fem fatale vibes.

Side characters:

-Idk why with the cousins, it just popped into my head and I went with it. It's fun to explore possible family dynamics with Jamil. Their names mean Wisdom (Hakim), and Bravery (Jasur), because I felt like keeping to the theme of descriptive names.

-I love the idea of a monster pirate crew, and I love coming up with Creatures, especially nonhuman people. So I'm just having a great time making shit up for Azul's crew. The harpy is my favorite. She's not a reference to anything twst related, I just wanted to write about a harpy. I'm obsessed with this side character. I'm also excited to eventually talk more about the Very Ugly Man because there is a backstory to him and it cracks me up a lot.

-I really enjoyed making Azul this punchable. I actually really like enemies to lovers as a trope, but have never gotten around to writing it until now, even in original works for some reason. This is still pretty one sided as far as enemies go, because it's still Azul after all, but I'm having a great time and I hope I can pull it off well

-Idk what else to say here, I'm just really excited about this story. I wanted to let these bastard fish be awful creeps, I wanted to do an enemies to lovers thing, I wanna write about the ocean, I'm having fun, and I hope everyone else can enjoy this as much as I do

[tooweirdforyou]

How ASL Bros React To Getting Married To You

A/N : well, I reallyyy want to write a nice long fic but like.. life man. I’m on spring break and have work all week and with my sleep problems 😭 just enjoy this please c:

Summary : what the asl brothers wedding would be like.

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Luffy

“Woah! You look awesome, [Name]!”

So cheery and wholesome.

Zoro is his best man, ( much to Sanji’s dismay )

EVERYONE is there, every single person he’s ever met is there so it’s crowded and you basically had it outside, in Foosha Village, though he wanted it to be on the ship.

All of the girls Luffy’s met is responsible for your appearance, they all helped you on your big day.

Some of the marines were invited, of course.

Luffy’s best mans/groom mans ( idk) ( other than Zoro ) consists of Sabo, Ace, Sanji, Usopp, Franky, Brook, Law, Shanks and Koby.

Your bridesmaids consist of Nami, Robin ( maid of honor ), Perona, Tashigi, Vivi and Makino. ( shirahoshi and others didn’t have too much room to stand by you because of the guests so they just sat in their respective seats.)

Before it officially started, there was a lot of tension so separation in seats were needed. Big Mom’s crew is sitting on the left back, Marines in the front right, Law’s, Kid’s and Shanks and other pirates are put in the right back, and everyone else Luffy knows is in the front right.

Few are still in shock because of the fact that LUFFY is getting married before them.

A lot of yelling and laughter from everyone is around but as soon as the classic music is playing in the background, everyone shuts up and turns to face the back, where you’re walking with Garp.

Old man Garp is the one taking you, and even he is full of tears from the fact that his own grandson is getting married.

“You take care of my dumb ole’ grandson, you hear? If he ever becomes too much of an annoyance, just knock him a few times in the head.”

And when you finally reach him, everyone is quiet and has the proudest smiles on their faces. Their Luffy is all grown up.

His bright, radiating grin is plastered and he is pretty overwhelmed but right now, you’re distracted by his handsome look in his suit.

Of course, he has shorts instead of long dress pants but he still looked handsome regardless.

Vows are said, rings are given and you smile at Luffy as the minister ( Sengoku ) questions your commitment.

“Do you, [ Name LastName ] take this complete fool, Monkey D. Luffy, as your everlasting husband and, future pirate king?”

Chuckles are heard, and you couldn’t suppress a giggle either. “I do.”

“I see. I wish you luck on this journey. Luffy, you may now kiss the bride.”

Claps are heard around as Luffy grins. “About time!” He cheers and pulls you by your hands, quickly smashing your lips together in a kiss.

“Congrats, Luffy!”

“Not bad, Straw Hat.”

“Where’s the beer? Time to party!”

“Alright, Luffy! Woo!”

Music is quick to break out as everyone is celebrating and cheering.

You and Luffy already cut the cake, ( it took you a lot of force to make Luffy not shove his face in the cake and just CUT IT. )

The giant cake made by Sanji and the Big Mom family, was shared for everyone and there was still plenty left.

And it was just a fun time with everyone. You even threw your bouquet(?) behind you already and it seems the next to be wed was Tama!

Clearly some of the women weren’t too happy to see the little grow becoming married before them but it was a nice laugh.

The night goes on and it’s getting late. Guests are leaving after wishing the two of you well and you two head in for your suite that Nami booked as her present.

“It feels normal. I thought this was some big special thing, why is it such a big deal again?” Luffy questions, forgetting what the girls had told him the several nights before about weddings.

You smile gently and set the last wrapped gift to the side with the others, taking a glance at the shimmering ring on your left hand.

“Because,” you spin around and face your husband, reaching over and taking off his straw hat that he kept on.

“It swears our connection and commitment to each other. Why do you think Shanks married Makino, despite their long distance relationship?”

Luffy offers his gentle smile, seemingly more relaxed at the mention of the two of the most important people in his life, out of many.

“Because they love each other?” He guesses calmly, tilting his head and you nod, giggling at his black hair that swayed.

“And I love you.” You whisper, leaning closer and felt Luffy’s arms enveloping you in a tight hug, his face nuzzling into your neck.

“I love you, [Name].”

And he leans back, connecting his lips on yours.

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Ace

“Oh..wow..”

Oh boy, did the Whitebeard crew go BIG.

I have a feeling that Ace would want something a little normal or smaller perhaps, just inviting his personal friends and family, and maybe a few people he met along the way of his journey.

He’s a friendly, outgoing person but for a personal occasion, it’s best to stick with the people you’re closest to.

But he wasn’t complaining when he saw the large äss party, feast and the important people in his life showing up.

Sabo, Luffy and his crew, Shanks, Makino, all of his brothers, members of his old crew, Garp, he was thrilled to see everyone!

The wedding was held on Whitebeard’s ship, of course. It wasn’t too fancy or grand but still pretty large and the ship was right in the middle of the sea.

Ace is all dressed up handsomely in his suit, with the help of Marco, Vista and Izo. His hair isn’t too messy and just styled neatly.

You were dressed beautifully in your gown/suit, with the help of the nurses, Nami, Robin and Izo.

There was a bit of trouble with seating but naturally, many people stood up anyways and were quite busy throwing confetti and other things at you, even if it was a wedding.

Whitebeard is taking you down the aisle, it’s a little bit difficult but he still did, and you can bet he’s excited to have a daughter/son that will help watch over Ace’s dumbass self.

“Rough him up real good, take good care of my stupid son. And call me Pops!”

When Ace sees you walking down, he’ll admit, he’s teary. He’s actually found love, someone like him.. and he’s about to be married to you, the most amazing, attractive, and sweetest person he’s met.

You look so amazing in your outfit, he’s in tears. He’s so lucky.. Marco has a hand on his shoulder and patting his back. “Congratulations, Ace. You deserve this.”

Wiping his tears with his finger, he nods and exhales, holding the widest, warmest smile he could muster.

He was going to love you and protect you all of his damn life, that’s for sure.

The minister is actually Vista! Ace’s best man is Marco and his groomsmans all include Thatch, Luffy, Jozu, Izo, and Haruta!

“Do you, [Name Lastname] take this young kid as your loyal, lawful and everlasting husband?”

“Really?” Ace pouts at Vista’s joke and chuckles are heard, even yours.

“I do, Vista. I’ll make sure he grows.” You giggle as Ace sighs in exasperation.

“Very well. I now pronounce you husband and wife, Ace, kiss your damn bride already.”

“My pleasure.” Ace grins and he’s quick in pulling your wrist towards him, and spinning you into a dipping motion before connecting your lips together in a kiss.

Whistles and catcalls are heard as loud cheers and applause are made.

“Go Ace!”

“Alright, Fire Fist!”

“Better not lose her, Ace!”

Ace rolls his eyes at the comments from his brothers and pulls you back up with a smile. He’s a little glad he didn’t fall asleep midway because of his narcolepsy.

Party immediately breaks out, Sanji aids Thatch in the kitchen to bring out everything and it’s a long night of dancing, boozing and more.

Ace is just off with the guys, having fun and celebrating while you are off with the women, talking about experiences and such.

And when Ace finally finds you and pulls you two away to his room for some alone time, he pulls you close.

“Well, Mrs. Fire Fist, what do you want to do first?~”

His arms are around your waist as he secures you towards him, a cheeky smile on display on his face.

“Not sure, what did you have in mind?” Playing coy, you shrug and tilt your head, turning away from his face which he pouts and uses his hand to force his back to him.

Pecking your lips, Ace smiles again and leads you to his bed. “I have an idea, if you’re up to it?” He wiggles his brows, making you laugh.

He jumps onto the bed, pulling you with him so you were on top. “Well?”

“Oh! Cuddles, I get it! Sure, I’m tired anyways.”

Ace groans at you, heaving a sigh and he whines. “Come on, [Naaamee]!”

You just giggle and sit up, repositioning yourself on his lap and straddled him. “Fine, fine. You’re lucky it’s our special day today.” You hum.

“Oh? So you don’t want to do this after today is over?” Ace muses, smirking a bit since he knew the answer.

You puff your cheeks out at the thought of not having sex with Ace anymore, but you weren’t going to back down. “..Nope!”

Knowing the truth, Ace chuckles and begins to grind upwards into you.

“Alright, I guess I better make this a special memory to remember.”

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Sabo

“You look incredible, [Name]..”

The most average, normal one. It’s traditional, smaller than most would be, and it’s for personal guests only.

So close members of the revolutionary army, his brothers, Garp and Makino were the only ones invited. If Luffy wanted, he could bring his crew but that’s it!

It’s traditional, so it was held inside a chapel, of course. It wasn’t anything special, everything was set up already and prepared for a small group so it was great.

Sabo is in a dashing, handsome suit like Ace was, but somehow has a much more charming, princely appearance. He helped himself in the appearance, with smallest help of Inazuma.

Your dress too! Somehow it’s more Royal appearing and your veil resembles a crown in a way. Koala and Iva helped you out in this!

Sabo’s best man is actually Ace! The strongest brotherly bond overpowered the thought of having Kuma, Iva or Luffy as a best man, but fortunately, they didn’t seem to mind, since they were groomsmans anyways. Iva being both bridesmaid and groomsman.

Ace was pretty teary and honored, and felt so excited.

The one who takes you down the aisle is Dragon. He’s a little awkward about it at first but he is quite proud of Sabo, even if he doesn’t openly show it.

“Take good care of him, alright?”

“I will.” You assure, thanking him when you finally reach the point of Sabo’s side.

The whole time, Sabo is staring at you in awe, feeling speechless. How did he manage to get someone as beautiful and wholehearted as you?

He can’t contain his wide grin and excitement, his hands just a hint clammy from the nervousness of possible rejection. But he knew you loved him. Because he loves you.

“Someone looks handsome.” You whisper in a giggle and Sabo chuckles. “Not compared to the beauty you have right now.” He winks.

The minister is actually Kuma, of course. Kuma was the obvious choice. Kuma took the position with gratitude.

“[Name Lastname]. Do you take Chief of Staff Sabo, as your lawful, loyal and everlasting husband?”

“I do.”

“Congratulations. I now pronounce you husband and wife, Sabo, please do the honor of kissing your bride.”

Sabo is the most natural approach, taking a step forward and cupping your cheeks in his hands and pulling you forward, for a kiss.

Cheers and applause are made and heard, and Luffy, being the brother he is, pulls out a loud confetti popper and pulls it, it shooting it out everywhere like fireworks.

“Congratulations, you two!”

“Alright, time to get drinking!”

“Better not let this get in the way of your missions..”

“Luffy, how’d you even get that?!” Sabo widens his eyes and he laughs. “Franky made it for me! He said it’ll be super, for the wedding!”

“Geez..”

You can’t help the laugh that escapes your lips and Sabo finds himself laughing alongside you and the whole place is soon filled with laughter and cheer.

It’s a small family party but it was still pretty chaotic regardless, and Sabo makes sure to take you outside for some fresh air when it becomes nighttime.

“Hey, feeling okay?”

Taking a seat on the bench nearly, Sabo sits beside you and you nod, immediately leaning into his shoulder.

“It’s overwhelming, I guess..” the warm smile that spreads your lips is contagious as he does the same when he sees it. “But,”

You take a look at your ring finger, that held the beautiful silver ring and diamond. “I couldn’t be happier with today. I’m married to the love of my life.”

Sabo smiles gently and closed his eyes, leaning against the backrest and let the moonlight light against his face.

“I am, as well. I couldn’t be any luckier to be married to you now..” taking your hand in his, he intertwines your fingers and brings your hand up to kiss.

He kisses your ring finger specifically and hums.

“Thank you.. for being with me.. I love you, [Name].”

“Of course. Thank you for being with me. I love you, Sabo.”

-

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A/N : well! This was sweet~ I feel bad for Luffy’s part because it’s not the greatest. :/ but I hope you enjoyed! :D

[redd1e]

thank you @lovebillyhargrove for tagging me you’re so sweet!!! as someone who wants to write but never finds the motivation to carry on her ideas i LOVE sharing my HCs <3 so let’s get started!

oh and idk who to tag but if you see this feel free to join!

1. Do they get together BEFORE MF possessing Billy or AFTER shit goes down? (Or maybe DURING😲)

before 100%!!! because then steve starts noticing that billy is acting weird and is able to help him in time. but now that i think about it it’s really interesting to imagine billy being reckless while being possessed, saying fuck it and ask steve out :’)

2. Who kisses who first?

steve kisses billy first! billy is brave and a flirt but super bad at soft intimacy such as first kisses

3. Where do they have their first sex? (Location) (HJs and BJs count)

uhhhhh so many options with this one! the camaro? a random bedroom at the halloween party? steve’s pool? in the locker room at school after everybody’s gone home? i don’t know where but i’ll go with some random place, not in an intimate place like steve’s bedroom, that’ll come later but for their first (and second and third) time i picture a casual place after they bicker or fight and get horny (starting as fuckbuddies like gallavich yknow?)

4. Who says 💖 I LOVE YOU 💖 first?

ohhhhh definitely steve, his big heart blurts it out after billy has done something meaningful for him or just after a random but nice date because he had such a good time and he stares at billy and just can’t stop himself for saying it

5. Bottom!Steve or Bottom!Billy?

i think i’m the 1% who doesn’t really have an opinion on it lol. both are good!

6. Do they give gifts to each other?

omg steve automatically buys everything billy wants like he’ll casually mentions he likes a pair of boots while they walk past a shop and boom the next day they’re his. to steve it’s not even spoiling, he just wants to make his boyfriend happy since he can. but billy is so mad because he sees it as a competition and he can’t afford things like steve can so he’s like 😤🤬🤬😤

7. Where do they end up living? California, Chicago, Hawkins... Idk .. Alaska??)))) Any other location?

cali is billy’s happy place so i see them moving there ahhhhh <33 billy being in his element again and steve staring at him having fun surfing with a big smile on his face, a bucket hat and A LOT of sunscreen on himself

8. What are their future jobs?

i see billy being a mechanic or something music related while steve hmm something that keeps him in contact with people since he’s a big extrovert? or omg make him work in a dog shelter!!

9. Who’s a better cook?

i’ve always pictured steve being really good at cooking since he’s at home alone 99% of the time so he learnt, also to distract himself for the loneliness. but also billy being a good cook sounds amazing so either steve or both!

10. Steve Hargrove or Billy Harrington?

✨ billy harrington ✨

11. What's Max's reaction when she hears they're together?

she suspected it and now mike owes her 20$

12. Describe in ONE SENTENCE Hopper's reaction when he hears the names Hargrove and Harrington mentioned together?

big BIG B I G sigh + eye roll because he can already predict the mess that duo will cause

13. Does Robin like Billy OR does Robin hate Billy?

BILLY AND ROBIN BESTIES PLEASE AND THANK YOU!!! they talk about music, movies and how dumb steve is (affectionate)

14. What about Dustin?

dustin is very protective of steve so he does the “hurt him and i’ll kill you” thing with billy to which he LAUGHS because what is that kid gonna do ??? but oh don’t ever underestimate dustin

15. Fav Harringrove AU?

pirate and merman is just SO chef’s kiss

16. Billy+Camaro=...???

his first love, but now it’s also tied to steve so whenever billy is alone and gets in he smiles because he remembers all the moments with steve in that car... the kisses, the sex, the confessions at 2 am, steve buying him red roses and accidentally spilling them all over the car, the car smelling like steve,... plus when he has to replace it he forever keeps a picture of it on his nightstand !! why did this get so sappy! oh well!

[shy-magpie]

RQG 152

Poor Alex, there was no way to know and changing the story would be more of a breach of the implied contract than going forward. Plus side this warning implies we'll get more info on how the biology of the infection works before RSB actually explodes. To be clear I am all for warnings, I just imagine this was one heck of an awkward position for Alex & co to find themselves in. Well one would think they wanted to get through the intros as fast as physically possible! Seriously bless em for sticking with the structure instead of saying screw it and diving right in. Must be frustrating but it really helps me get in the right space to listen. Yeah it was a bit of an altruism run. That Ben physically ill at the prospect of characters talking? Yuck it up, I was specifically promised three (3) distinct topics would be addressed including both coping mechanisms and back stories. Poor Azu. If someone doesn't hold her while she has a proper cry I will be an unhappy Magpie. Are the new kids going to be invited to the conversations that are totally for sure not going to be put off for a month? Retcon: Barnes and Carter actually fought well it. I guess they were just down to the tricky ones. Theatrical much? Cel is great, have I said that enough? Well obviously not it should be declared at least hourly: "2 o' clock and Cel is great". But right after last episode instead of backing down (and IDK implying Wilde told the new kids their pronouns), Cel is immediately introducing themself with them and emphasizing their importance. Hamid right in there with the leadership, telling the duo that the party needs to go into isolation. I know having Zolf around must have took some weight off his shoulders but the man has grown since season one or even since Prague. He didn't lose that just because he cheers up when not solely responsible for leading the party. Note there is a messy negotiation with Zolf about who is in charge coming up and it is a mark of my trust in this show that I'm not dreading it. Am curious if it will be explicit enough for the white picket fence kids to pick up on, I know I have a thing about rank but some people seem to miss that aspect entirely. OK point Zolf but even with his charisma score there has to be a better way to put it than "do that and you are responsible for infecting Jasper and the village". Wow I guess that is the case isn't it. Thank you leader!Hamid coming in again. Getting Cel the kind of updates on home Hamid was denied in quarantine is fairly low risk for great gains in Cel's comfort with the whole thing. Point of clarity: as much as I hate to admit it, once the quarantine began they couldn't really keep Hamid in the loop since Ishaq was in the care of the Harlequins. Its been implied even without simply escaping an infected person could have means of communication that work in am anti magic cell. The village however is public info. Zolf, I want that again in small words! Are we talking black death or infrastructure problems? Because a few targeted infections could take out the government but not directly kill the citizens. Cel is doing the forced cheer again. What the hell have they been through that they default to words of affirmation for gory violence? Like most characters acknowledge the gore or that it was helpful, not both. Barnes is more reserved outside of the fight. Issues? Trauma? Oh Helen spelling it out, he's my type, crap. "Emotionally unavailable pirate" is a lot of people's type TBF. No wonder I made a warding gesture on hearing Zolf's description and didn't warm up till Dover. These characters wear the red flag as a cape and I'm surprised when my heart gets broken every time. Eh Zolf came back and is doing well enough, maybe Barnes will turn out to just not be chatty vs heart rending. And Hamid in there with the initiative casting Detect Magic so they don't have to face all the risks implied with not checking over the bodies. Barnes and Carter are glowing "like a fireworks factory where things have gone wrong". Only Water Breathing on the mooks. Speaking of emotionally unavailable pirates, Zolf sounds resigned as hell. I know he's working on it but the situation would depress anyone and he's been having a time of it, what with the puzzles and all. Shutting down isn't actually coping better than being shouty just more convenient. Have I already mentioned I want someone to comfort Azu on screen so she can put herself first for once? Remember how bright she shone in Cairo? If she doesn't process soon she's going to echo Zolf's arc. Carter is trying to looking at the bright side. Thank you Ben and Alex, not only a mood lightener but one that reminds us that Zolf asks direct questions now. And Zolf just moved as clearly as possible to protect Azu after Carter lashed out in response to her. I know they have a ways to get to where Grizzop & Azu were but I think they are at least proper team mates. Maybe having Zolf on this side of the bars this time will ease anything Azu is carrying from their introduction. Cel is a delight. Did they just suggest hamster balls? I love how Alex jokes about his own set design. Ah there is Ben's Minecraft joke. I think that's what you call environmental story telling. I love the mental image of them making their entrance crashing the mine cart into the ambush, like half way between a roller-coaster and sledding. Ah its been so long Zolf can't apply his memories of mining. They are officially out! Azu and Zolf are finally breathing right. Hey Zolf broke the weather machine! Cel takes a look see. Plumes of smoke from Shoin's? Wreckage from all the storms. Zolf joins Cel and USES HIS WORDS! I am so proud of him. Like not kidding learning to proactively offer praise & comfort instead of only offering concrete assistance in reaction is a huge step. Oh Cel! Getting yourself killed fighting alone would not have been better than defending your patch. And Zolf is right there, god remember Paris? Remember Prague? Now look at him. And there is the reality check. Not as jarring as it could have been. Azu is face down on the ground near Hamid! No more putting on her game face and slogging through it! Yes, process all you need darlin, no reason to rush. Hamid checks in! Azu takes his hand and explicitly talks about how scary it was when he was missing. Hamid talks about putting on a brave face for Skraak! RQG really just said "we're giving the fandom everything they want" in an episode recorded before we had a chance to ask. Azu checks in with Hamid! Oh Hamid its ok not to be ok. Oh hat Azu! Hamid call your family 18mumble is a go! Alex I will scream if he gets another delaying tactic. Cross your fingers we might get Ishaq and Saira! Azu assures him it would OK. Timing Zolf Horses! Topaz! Barnes: right Well that's a fair reaction to a celestial camel, he doesn't even know what the T stands for. Azu hugs Topaz Thank you Alex for making judgmental celestial camel canon.  How GMs don't all go insane with power from the moment it hits they can rewrite their world on a whim is beyond me. A Shetland for Hamid, a standard sounding horse for Cel, a cart horse for Azu, and another Shetland for Zolf. Carter can't get the question out before Zolf shuts him down. He is sticking to his word to Skraak, the island belongs to the Kobolds. Hamid calls en route! Bryn remembers to roll for it! Ishaq is a great kid, such a good sign he sounds like a kid too. Yes the kids are all together in the country house! Dad is at a redacted location, thank you Alex! Mom is alright! Saira is busy and the biggest problem with Ismail is that he is now taller than Ishaq! Ismail is good at magic too. Family bonding time. Einstein is working. Emeka & Veseek are helping things. Ed is with the family. Zolf is not happy about the call. Fair Zolf but none of us are regretting that call. Eh it being a one time thing is fair. Have I mentioned I like how Hamid & Zolf bicker? Its not like with Grizzop. They assume good faith and argue about the issue not score points. Part of why I shipped them in the beginning honestly: charismatic as Hamid is he probably impressioned like a duck on the first person to care more about what he was saying than how he said it. They joke about how hard nonverbal shots are in a podcast. Yes Alex we really do respect your craft. Might have been reassuring Ben. Helen is on the audience's side as always and tells him to pay up on the promised coping mechanisms talk. And Alex makes them roll a perception check. Do not talk block. Carter has been trying to eavesdrop. Azu tells him he isn't invited and Zolf tosses something at his head. Carter slinks back off. Zolf is still not good with words but he is resisting the urge to take it back. That counts damn it! Azu: your not good at talking for someone who says we need to talk. Yes Azu, and thats what makes it special. He is willing to put himself out there and do things he is bad at for the sake of the team. I like how Helen plays Azu getting over her issues with Zolf rather than just leaping to "Hamid vouched for you so we're besties". I need a clip of this, Zolf is offering to listen and be there while respecting boundaries and citing his own experience. Helen is great, Azu jumps right into the 18 months by asking about his relationship with Poseidon. Which again makes sense, as Azu is still working on "we met after you drugged, trapped, and imprisoned me". Which I get but seriously couldn't it have been in the stew or something? Drugging a woman's drink has connotations. Azu backstory(ish) oh thank Alex her cult is still doing the good work. Zolf tells Azu this, and offers her an out? Hamid & Zolf offer reassurance. Yes Hamid specifically tells her it isn't her fault. Zolf assures her that she isn't responsible for Sasha's decisions. Cel and Carter are chatting about what they've seen on the island.  Barnes tells them to keep the volume down and does Zolf's thing of bouncing something off Carter's head when he's loud again. Hamid moves to check in with Cel. Cel calls him on it.  Hamid asks what Cel plans to do after quarantine! Thank you Bryn! Cel doesn't know, ow. Cel feels obligated to be more proactive. Hamid reassures and points out that they were able to do it as a team so its not on Cel for not acting alone. Cel what is your backstory, afraid of being the monster. Thank you, I could wrap myself in this episode like a blanket. Cel how do you know that about being friends with mercs? Hamid would do it again but wants them to have a choice. Cel: When I call you little buddy I m not referring to the size of your heart. And that was veering saccharine so Ben swoops in with the Harrison Campbell joke. Do not make me get into why Hamid might be using snobbery as a cover for continuing to care more about what people might think than what he wants. Its a cheap shot for what could equally be he's that age and still has some flaws to work through. Thank you Alex for being realistic about horse pace without turning it into a word problem. Wilde! Cel points out the inn keeper could be infected, the boys explain the system of watching one another. Zolf is not letting Wilde get cute with his team again. Wilde wants them "fully supervised" in the bath. I feared that Alex, Wilde turned himself off again. Zolf calls him on it, kinda. They skim past the bath, thank you that could have been problematic. Thank goodness they are leaving the cell door open but locking the trap door. The new kids are in quarantine with them. Fair, going to be fun, but fair.  

[kingdomhearts-and-soriku-trash]

I shall ask thou about thy headcanons, before thou explodeth

Why thank you~

Okay they probably aren’t good but I’ve just been having a bunch of Soriku moods. I guess they aren’t headcannons (???) mAYBE like ideas? IdK.

-Imagine Riku just invading Soras dreams just so he can be taken care of. Like be in Soras lap and be petted on the head bC he just deserves it. Sora’d find it adorable and TOTALLY WOULD DO IT while Riku doesn’t ask. Just makes Sora pet him. He’s a demanding boi.

-I imagine Riku as a bottom. Everyone imagines him as a top bC he’s rough and is stronger, but screw that. I see him as a bottom. He’s always seen Sora as a kind kid, always looking out for people, and never really stands up for himself (Riku and Kairi stand up for him sometimes), so seeing him take control?? It’s amusing to him👀. Hell top sometimes, but he loves to be a bottom. Mainly also because he can be taken care of after and he loves to be pampered y’all.

-He sometimes misses his long hair because he just loved the feeling of Soras hands always massaging his scalp when he played with his hair.

-He loves to visit the island. Him and Sora at least go once a week. Just to race, look at the sunset, see the fishes and seashells again, and go back into that cave.

-Riku as a kid drew something of Sora in their little cave, but made it so light (bc he would be embarrassed if Sora saw) to the point where no one knew where it was but him. Now, it’s kind of faded but Riku still knows where it was. It was him and Sora sharing a paupo fruit. He totally wasn’t jealous of the drawing of Sora and Kairi, pffft, what are you talking about.

-Sora found it (present Sora) when they were back in the cave for memories and he saw how good it was and looked at Riku while Riku looked around. He didn’t say anything, but he was super soft. He gave extra cuddles and hugs that day lol. Riku didn’t know why but just gave as much hugs and cuddles in return.

-I imagine Riku as a good drawer. He draws people. Who is his most used model you ask??? His boyfriend, best friend, and dearly beloved, named Sora. He has multiple drawings of him in different poses, different scenes, backgrounds, and it’s all so beautiful. He draws a lot of his other friends, but Sora is his most used person. Sora blushes when Riku asks him to pose for him, but he’d do it happily. There also may be some...uh...nude drawings. He gotta work on every type of art👀.

-Riku and Sora go to Corona sometimes and dance with the crowd. Sora teaches Riku a bit and they’re soon both blushing like mad men as Riku puts his hands on Soras hips and Sora puts his hands on Rikus shoulder. They both still dance and smile while blushing like they’re gonna die. Rapunzel finds it so funny and Flynn honestly worries that they’re gonna pass out lol.

-Riku seeing Sora singing, “Yo Ho Yo Ho a Pirates Life For Me,” honestly bugs him but he doesn’t say anything. Just let’s the poor boi be happy. Kairi joins in on Sora and Riku has to pull his pirate hat down to cover his ears. It isn’t bad, it’s just...annoying.

-Riku trains Kairi a lot more than Sora does. Sora doesn’t really know how to train well, so he lets Riku train Kairi. Mainly because he knows how to speak and put his words into a sentence. Sora says, “so...you roll and then just hit them.” Kairi loves Sora but does agree that he isn’t the best teacher.

-Riku and Sora sometimes just love to just...be with each other. Doesn’t have to be jokes and talking about the past...just laying down with each other. Either watching TV or just simply cuddling with each other. It’s important to both of them. They’ve both been through terrible things and just love to cuddle and escape away from the past and just love each other and be there for each other. No awkward silence, it’s just comfortable.

-Sora loves to tickle Riku. He does it when it isn’t expected so Riku has to stay on guard all time. Sometimes, Kairi joins in and Rikus on the floor dying. But...He gets his revenge very well. People are woken up by how loud Sora laughs in the middle of the night thanks to Riku.

I have more but that’s it for right now cause I’m working on a fluff for Sora and Riku too so XD.

[ideclaremarvel]

Open Mic

Steve Harrington x Reader

Introduction: Hello!!!! Is ya girl i haven't made a story in so long and i am just in love with Steve and billy from stranger things because who wouldn't ? and just everyone so i might make new stories of those characters. Olala but i'm not taking in any request! ): im sorry just have a busy life and I want to focus on one character at a time. Bare with me i'm rough it's been so long!!

Not sure how long the series will be put i want it to be long and cool haha. Everyone is alive bc i cant wait til season 4 !!! idk how i feel about it but here ya go this probably sucks sorry

warnings: drinking and drugs nothing too bad 

Chapter 1: 

Summary:  After the events at Starcourt Mall, destroying the flayer monster and everyone still managed to come out alive, everyone who was everyone decided to go their own ways. The Byers family moved away along with El & Hopper. As a gift Hop fixed up his cabin for you to stay since it was somewhat destroyed by the Flyer monster. You work at a small bookstore in Starcourt Mall along with Nancy. town there's a small bar that you occasionally read your poetry to the drunken people, it was only for the weekend random people from the bar or around the neighborhood would read their poetry/stories, no one you knew went here. 

“Hey Nac, is it alright with you if I head out now?” 

looking down your watch it read 7:30 it was Friday and the mall closed at 9, you just want to get home have a shower possibly change clothes before heading down to Dragons Corner Bar. you found this bar when you were tripping on shrooms walking through some woods, thought you were walking in wonderland in the middle of October here a Hawkins. What's odd about the bar was it was hidden, the driveway is long and the parking was big enough to fit probably 100 cars but there's always people walking here. People who are not from your town. Every time you went you felt like you've entered dark ages of dragons, princesses, kings and queens, the entire bar was shaped as a castle. 

“Yeah that's fine Y/N, go enjoy your night!” she said with a smile, she usually takes closing on Fridays and you'd take Saturday, as a win win, both satisfied.

As you were leaving the store looking around starcourt so many families laughing, kids running around at their playstation, mothers sitting all together chatting who knows what. A Lot of people from Hawkins high are always here but luckily for you, an exit next to your store. It was a blessing. Avoiding big crowds and possible interactions with people from school isn't what you want. You hated it. Weirdly enough your friends with Nancy who used to be popular, both of you guys are opposite personalities, you will like the odd one out considering you love rock/punk bands and wearing dark clothes, but you always made it look cute making some popular girls angry. You found it amusing. 

Walking to your car wasn't much of a walk since they have a section for employees to park, another blessing this Mall has to offer. As you were unlocking your car, you heard the door the mall opened. You wiped  your head around, only to find your favorite crush wearing his cute sailor uniform, ‘thank god i don't have a dress code’ you thought.

 “Steve! Ahoy mate!!” 

giving your best pirate voice and mimicking dancing around in excitement to seeing him, Steve on the other hand that it was bad and laughed. 

You loved the way he laughed it was gentle and soft, not enough to roll your eyes but enough to keep making him laugh forever  “Y/N enjoyed the attempt but that was bad!” Steve laughed clutching his stomach like he couldn't breathe

He was wiping away tears that went down from all the laughter” i must say cute little dance you did, ya missed me that much?” Steve said sending you a wink.  

“are you done now? I tried okay don't give me your bs” you rolled your eyes trying to be sassy.

 “Hey now i said it was cute” Steve said while taking off his shirt in front of you, not caring if anyone saw. You couldn't help but stare a little bit, he was fit, nice arms, toned, abs looked so nice you'd want to lick them. Snapping out of your trance of the boy, you went into your car, open the glove compartment to get a small bag containing rolled joints. picked one out throwing the bag onto your passenger seat, fumbling in your purse for a lighter. Groaning not having one on you. 

“Need a light?” Steve said holding out his lighter already having the flame dancing for you

Leaning over to light the joint perfectly placed between your lips, inhaling and exhaling before handed it off to Steve, you always loved smoking with him. hell, he's the one that got you into it in the first place. 

“Did you roll this?” Steve asked admiring the perfectly rolled joint like he's never seen one nicely rolled, twirling it around if with his fingers. 

“Yeah, I usually like to roll a couple at a time and light one whenever” taking the joint from Steve, you briefly touch his hand, that alone gave you small butterflies, sending you shivers all throughout your body.

“How was work? It was pretty busy up at Scoops, god little kids are a bit annoying not knowing what flavor they want” 

Steve said frustrated touching the back of his head “robin took care of most of them trying to get them to leave already” he said taking the joint from you inhaling, exhaling the smoke trying to make a ring. Failed but he tried. 

“Work was okay, had a few customers come in to buy books, rearrange a small area in the back with Nancy. Were thinking about getting a rescue dog or cat to keep around the bookstore, so were making a little hang out area for people to read their books and have a nice time with animal” 

you smiled at the thought of it coming together, you were more excited to adopting a kitty. Steve was looking at you smiling, admiring just how beautiful you are and sometimes he wonders if he should ask you out, he always had this crush on you but from all the rejections he's gotten asking you made him nervous.

 He found it sexy just watching you hitting the joint, sometimes he wants to take your face in his hands and kiss you till your lips fall off but he couldn't he was too scared. He really wants to.

“Should get both? Don't you live at the cabin all alone? Get a cat for the bookstore since they are low maintenance and they can take care of themselves”  

“I actually haven't thought of that, being alone in the cabin doesn't get lonely, im used to it, peaceful. Besides i asked Nancy to move in since she wants to be away from her house” you took a couple more hits off of the joint before burning it out. Looking towards the sky above trying to look at the stars but it was cloudy so nothing was out. 

“I can take you to a shelter and help you pick a cat or dog, whichever you'd want” Steve said giving you a small grin like a little small boy, ugh you thought to yourself, sometimes you think he likes you but you're sure he flirts with every girl. 

“Yes i would love that, maybe get food after? My treat” you said singly leaning over to him giving him the biggest smile ever

“Yeah we can eat burgers and milkshakes, how does that sound? I know a place we can go” Steve said while getting down off of your car hood, stretching showing a little of his abs. ‘Fuck’ you thought to yourself. ‘Why am I like this’ thinking this made you groan in annoyance hat Steve picked up

“ whats up Y/N ? watcha got going on tonight? Steve asking while fixing and trying to style his fluffy hair that you oh so loved.

“Gonna go home, refresh myself and then read a book, easy night for a long day” you lied to him, you didn't want no one knowing where your little secret bar was, you didn't want anyone to hear about your poetry. 

Especially Steve, sometimes you write about your feelings about him but still you'd rather hide it and not have anyone know about it except well for Nancy she’d know about the crush you have for Steve for awhile now, she says it shows all over my face whenever he's around. Never got what she meant but never cared.

“Sounds relaxing to me, i'm going to meet Dustin and everyone for a drive a Quarry, ill see you around princess” Steve said while getting into his car, rolling down his window flashing you the prettiest smile “i hope you enjoy your night Y/N” waving to you while driving off. 

“I wish you'd kiss me” you said out loud but no one but you heard that. Getting into your car you drove off.

Entering dragons corner everyone knew you, pretty much you will come here to escape being alone at home and nights when your thoughts got too much and a drink is what you need. 

“Hey Y/N welcome back!” 

Tom yelled from behind the corner waving at you. 

“Hey Tom! Hows Betta?”

 you smiled and waved taking a seat next to Lewis the other bar owner. Betta is tom's wife for over 40 years! You wish you find your soulmate and be together long, sounded cheesy but it's something you've always wanted. “Whats up girl” Lewis said going in for a fist bump. 

“Betta doing good, she's been out of town visiting her mother and sisters” he said while mixing up your usual drink, dirty pina colada. not one for beer because of the taste and itll reminded you too much of your stupid father. “You miss her? Whens shes coming back?” you asked wondering when she’ll be back, she treated you like her own daughter after some poetry sessions you'd cry so badly in the bathroom, since you became a regular and pretty cool, they gave you a key for the back office that's so quiet and away from all the noise.

 “She should be coming tomorrow, she's been gone for 3 weeks! Not having her around the bar have been so quiet” he said coming around the bar, taking a seat next to you. 

“Here made your favorite, added a lil too much of alcohol but it should be okay” tom said giving you the drink with 3 cherries on top because he knows how much cherries are your favorite.

Taking a gulp from the drink you can slightly tell the more alcohol in this, burned your throat a bit but the chillness of the drink helped.

“The drink is wonderful and much needed” enjoying the drink while looking around its a full house, lots of people. Just thinking about being on the stage made you sick but thats why having one dirty pina colada was enough

 “Open mic is gonna be starting soon, i think Lewis is getting the mic set up” he said standing up from his chair stretching and sighing 

“It's been awhile since we got this much people, betta would be happy” 

You had your journal with you with all of your notes of places, people you meet, drugs you've tried, and all the poetry you wrote. It's something you don't want to ever lose. 

“Can I go first this time?” I asked nicely, giving him my biggest pout.

“Yeah i gotchu, want another drink? Virgin?” asked before wanting to add anything, he knew you drove here, doesn't want you to be impaired while driving, he cares about you too. 

“Yeah, thanks I appreciate it” accepting the drink while Lewis stands on stage getting everyone's attention.

“Welcome welcome our insomniac and alcoholics…..

Earning a chuckled from the crowd. 

Welcome to Dragons Corner, tonight we are hoisting our open mic and everyone who is everyone is able to come up here, thank you all for coming and enjoy your evening!!!’’ earning a loud cheer from everyone and having the small fainted of jazz music played, they like to keep it quiet when people are talking but not having any dead silence could get boring and make the readers nervous too. 

“We'd like to start off with our favorite writers Y/N!!” Lewis said clapping towards my direction to motion me on the stage having everyone cheering for me made all my jumping nervous calm again.

“Hello everyone, im Y/N and i will be reading some sort of love poem for someone that i wish would notice me, alright here we go…

When i think of you i think of all the good things life has to offer

like coffee on an early morning 

the first sight of the sunset or sunrise

Or when someone falls in love for the first time

The way you smile 

The way you laugh

The way your hair is poofy and curly

Sharing smokes, secrets, food, love

I wonder what's it like to kiss you

To touch you

To feel you touch my skin

I wonder what's it like making love to you 

My lips ache for yours 

Please notice me

Notice me how birds notice a worm on the pavement 

Notice me

I want to give you the world in this cold lonely world

Notice me………”

You finished and stepped off the staged, everyone snapping their fingers no one clapped during open mic it was just more quieter and better. “Who is this lover boy?hmmm” Lewis said walking down the bar and meeting your gaze

“This kid named Steve, i went to school with him. He was this big king of Hawkins high before Billy came into town and took that title. Steves sweet and nice. He's always looking out for me” 

you said smiling just thinking of him made your stomach want to do flips, just something about im made you feel so alive, he’d always make sure you were okay. 

“Does he feel the same?” asked while cleaning around being busy but still talking to you 

“I'm not sure, well i don't know, i wish i knew..” just the thought of him liking someone else made you sick and sad. You just wanted to be his.

“You're too wonderful Y/N, i bet he does feel the same” giving you a pat on the shoulder and giving you a warm smile the one that says ‘you got this’ 

You let out the biggest sigh and decided to head out. “Alright Lewis, Tom i'll see you guys tomorrow night!” waving at both of them as you were leaving the magical castle. Stepping outside was a little more chiller than before but luckily you dressed warm. Turning on your car playing fleetwood mac.

Returning to your cabin, you've decorated it with tiny lights so when you've come home in the middle of the night you can see where you're going and not fall and hit yourself like last time before buying the lights, recalling the memory and the pain you just glad it wasn't anything major. Although the figure waiting on your porch was something you didn't expect. 

“Steve?” you questioned the figure it was dark you couldn't tell who it was

“Hey Y/N..” he replied with a little sadness in his voice something you notice right away 

“Lets go inside, got something on your mind?” asked curiosity hoping it wasn't anything but bad but just wanted a friend

“I thought you were here like you said earlier but no one answered so I waited, it was only an hour, i dropped Dustin off and i wanted to see you again..” he smiled towards your direction while being distracted with your living room and how nice it looks.

“It's so cozy here” he said eyes wandering around can't seem to be fixed on something

“I try to make it as cozy as possible since it's just me, i need my home relaxing environment. It helps alot” you said while disappearing into your room to change into pjs, you hadn't realized you forgot to put on pants because your tipsy mind forgot about Steve

“Cute butt” Steve said while checking out your ass, couldn't help himself but also want to embarrass you. Realizing this you ran to your room to grab a pair of shorts 

“My bad, had small drink” your face redder than a tomato at this point. Steve on the other hand found it adorable you blushed really dark red 

“Soo steve why are you here and no home?” completely forgot about why he was waiting for you

“Well i wanted to see a movie but not alone and so i thought of you, i have movies we could watch” steve taking out 2 movies from his jacket and handing it to you 

“Halloween 2 and Alien, hmmm horror type? Lets watch alien i love Ripley” popped the movie in and went over to the couch where Steve started to get comfy

“Would you want to stay? It's late and I wouldn't want you to drive” you asked hopefully it'll be a yes since you could possibly ask to cuddle later on. You looked over to Steve lost in thought but snapped back to reality quickly when you asked him to stay  

“If you don't mind, we can make pancakes tomorrow” he said with a soft smile 

“Yeah i'd love that” 

[illustratedbydae]

Harry Hook x fem!reader || Consequences

requested; Harry Hook x reader + #1. “ You said it’s us against the world,” #9.“ How could you? I trusted you. ” #51.“ You weren’t supposed to love me,” & #53.“ Can’t you see? I’m broken. ”

summary; (Y/N) , daughter of Lady Tremaine, plays the role of a double agent, being part of Mal’s group and trying to befriend Uma’s crew only to get information, a certain pirate falls for her and she has to accept the consequences.

a/n: I hope you enjoy this! Sorry if it’s too sad, aye; (+ sorry if what I wrote doesn’t make sense, idk what I’m doing anymore. ) Also, remember requests are closed at the moment & my master list won’t be updated until 20 August or later, due to the fact that I’ll be traveling one week.

warnings !! ; mention of suicide, really depressing. Please don’t hate me.

master list

writing prompt list

part 2

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“ Is this really necessary?” (Y/N) asked when Evie made her try the 10th garderobe, in her search for the ‘perfect look’, “ Of course, (Y/N) ! You need to fit into that pirate crew, remember what Mal said,-”

“ You can’t let anyone know who you are or else I’ll kick you out,” the both girl said in union, remembering how serious Mal was about this new plan of hers.

“ I just don’t get why she hates Uma so much, ” (Y/N) sighed

“ Something about their childhood, she never told me either,” Evie said while pulling out of her wardrobe another one of her pirate costumes she designed only for (Y/N), “ But I do know that if Mal kicks you out of our group, you’ll be on your own, she wouldn’t let me come see you ever again, ” Evie cried

“ That won’t happen, you’re my best friend, E. I’ll do whatever it takes to be in Mal’s group, for you.

(Y/N) closed her eyes, remembering how it all started, two years ago, when they were only fourteen years old.

She was the daughter of Lady Tremaine, no one really paid attention at her when she was young, her mother never really letting her leave the house, until one day when Evie found her.

Since then, the blue haired girl became her only friend and (Y/N) would do anything for her, that’s why she tried to be friends with Mal, whom only used her, and that’s why she agreed to spy on Uma, faking to be her friend.

No one knew (Y/N) was part of Mal’s group, the purple haired girl saying it was for the best, so she could be a true double agent.

Two years passed and (Y/N) did became good and what Mal made her to do; she could go all day over at Uma’s and stay with her , Harry and Gil , then go back at Mal to tell her everything she found out about them, not having any regrets.

That was until three months ago when Harry asked her out; the pirate flirted with her since the day she came to the chip shop , but lately he became serious about her, meaning everything, especially the fact that he loved her.

(Y/N) felt bad, not only because she lied to him and his friends since the first time they’ve met, but also because from the start she didn’t want to hurt anyone.

Especially not the guy that was the nicest with her.

” Earth to (Y/N)!“ Mal said annoyed, waving her hand in front of (Y/N)’s face, ” You with us?“

” Yeah, sorry, I just zoomed out. “

Mal rolled her eyes, ” You were saying that Uma will have a party tomorrow tonight ?“

(Y/N) nodded, letting Mal continue with her talking, ” That’s perfect. Then tomorrow we will hit big so she won’t forget about us, and you could finally stole faking to be her friend, “ Mal smirked wickedly

” Sure,“ (Y/N) said emotionless, ” I have to go now, I guess I’ll see you tonight to plot for your big move?“

” Exactly ! “

” (Y/N), wait, we need to talk, “ Evie said grabbing her friend’s hand and dragging her downstairs

” What is it , E ?“

” You’re hiding something. Every time you hide something, this little crinkle appears right between your brows.

“ I don’t have a crinkle ! ”

“ Yepp, there it is,” Evie said moving closer to (Y/N) face, “ Now, tell me what’s bothering you,”

“ Harry asked me out some time ago and he keeps bugging me with it,” she whispered

“ You’ll get rid of him tomorrow, right? Then you won’t have to see him ever again, “Evie smiled, but her beautiful charming smile faded when she saw the look on (Y/N)’s face, ” That’s not what happiness looks like,“ Evie pouted

” Tell me you don’t love him,“

And in that moment every memory she had with him popped up in her mind. His eyes, his smirk, the way he flirts, his specific smell , ” I can’t,“ (Y/N) said slowly, ” I can’t tell you that, Evie. Because I’d be lying.

Evie gasped, wrapping her hands around (Y/N), “ Oh holy crowns, what are we going to do now ?”

“ I have a plan, but you might not like it. ”

-

Harry was going to the small golf, in The west of the isle, the only spot where he could find new stuff , lost by others, to give his father to sell in his shop.

Once he arrived there, he placed his hook along with his hat , jacket and boots on a rock and went in the water to search for new good stuff.

He was placing every rock, shell and jewelry in his pockets, once he was done Harry glared at the place where he left his stuff, only to see a smiling (Y/N) standing besides them, “ Sunshine,” Harry smiled

“ Hi, Harry. ”

“ Why are you here, sunshine ?”

(Y/N) sighed, “ I needed to see you. ”

“ Have my charms got their way into ye heart ?” he joked, not expecting any serious answer from the girl that stole his heart.

She smirked, knowing that whatever she would say from now on, will have consequences, “ Maybe,”

Harry’s mouth dropped open, “ Excuse me? I don’t think I’ve heard you. What did you just say?”

“ Shut it , Hook. You know what I said. ”

“ I know,” he grinned ,“ But I wanted to hear you say it again , love. ”

“ Something will happen tomorrow, Harry,” she whispered, “ and I need you to remember something , okay?”

Now, Harry looked confused, but nodded automatically, “ You said it’s us against the world,” (Y/N) said, “ remember that tomorrow, please, ”

“ What’s happening tomorrow ?”

“ Nothing good, Harry,” she said getting up, “ But remember that what I said now it is true, this isn’t a lie,” (Y/N) muttered turning on her heels and leaving the golf, she needed to meet up with Mal in half an hour.

-

“ You’re planning what?” (Y/N) spat

“ The end of Uma and her crew,” Mal smirked

“ That’s a bomb, Mal! It will blow the whole ship, they’ll…die. ” (Y/N) said, not believing her ears what Mal wanted to do.

“ Exactly, we’ll get rid of them once and for all, wouldn’t it be great?” she asked glaring at Carlos, Jay and Evie, both boys nodded - too scared to say anything else.

“ It might be a little harsh, Mal, they don’t need to…die,” Evie muttered

“ What’s with you two?” Mal asked angrily, looking from Evie to (Y/N), “ Aren’t you on my side ?”

“ We are, but you just can’t go around and kill everyone you don’t like,” (Y/N) cried

“ If you don’t like my ways, then don’t come,”

“ Fine, ” she spat, leaving Mal’s lair.

(Y/N) tried to breathe fresh air and calm her racing heart, but she couldn’t. The girl jumped frightened when someone touched her shoulder, “ Sorry, didn’t want to scare you,” Evie spoke.

“ Evie?”

Evil Queen’s daughter smiled, “ Best friends forever, remember? Mal’s wrong with this. We should warn them, fast, since she wants to do it ..now. ”

(Y/N) grabbed Evie’s hand and started to run to Ursula’s shop, hoping they wouldn’t be too late.

-

When the two girls arrived on the docks, Mal, Carlos and Jay were already there, arguing with Uma, Gil and Harry.

(Y/N) took Evie on the ship, using the backstage door, mainly used only by Uma’s employees.

Evie and (Y/N) could clearly heard the arguing that was going on above them, making them both stop when Mal said (Y/N)’s name.

“ What is she doing?” (Y/N) whispered

Evie frowned, trying to listen carefully at what Mal was saying, “ Too bad that not all of us are here today to see your pirate crew fall. Evie and (Y/N) backed out at the last moment. ”

“ What are ye talking about? (Y/N)’s our friend,” Harry hissed

Instantly Evie grabbed (Y/N)’s hand, reassuringly, trying to make her friend feel better, but the girl almost lost it when she heard Mal talk again, “ Is she really? I think you never knew the true (Y/N) like I did,” Mal smirked.

“ What are you talking about?” Uma spat

“ She worked for me. She did my biting, (Y/N) was never your friend, she’s on my side,” Mal laughed

“ Am I? Think about all the pranks we made during those past two years, since you met her. How could we have known about every party you had or every plan you had if (Y/N) wasn’t the one to tell us? ”

Harry frowned, his eyes shutting for a moment. She wasn’t lying. He remembered how (Y/N) was there every time they planned an attack on Mal and then the next day the VKs knew.

He was beyond mad, how could she do something like this to them? To him?

“ We need to get out of here,” (Y/N) whispered, “ Wait, you’ll make things worse, ” Evie said catching up with her, but she wouldn’t listen.

When they arrived on top of the ship, everyone stared at them, until Harry finally spoke, “ How could ye? I trusted ye!” he cried, his crew knowing he was talking with (Y/N) while Mal was just confused - why would he care so much anyway?

“ Harry, let me explain, I wanted to fix things-”

Harry’s face was now red , anger being all over it, it drove him mad to know that it was really true ; she had betrayed him.

“ Can’t you see ? I’m broken,” Harry spat, “ You did this to me. ”

(Y/N) took a step forward, to him, “ I’m sorry, Harry, at first it was different,” she sobbed

“ Different? ”

Now everyone could see she was truly crying and no one, ever, cried on the isle of the lost, “ You weren’t supposed to love me, ” she cried, “ and I wasn’t supposed to love you. ”

Harry looked at her, trying to find any sign of lying , but he couldn’t find any, “ It’s us against the world, ” she said before running towards to Mal and grabbing her backpack - where the bomb was.

“ (Y/N) put it down ! ” Evie screamed, “ You’ll die! ”

“I’m sorry, ” (Y/N said looking at Harry, Uma and Gil, “ After the first few months, I wasn’t faking it, I really liked you guys,” she spoke firmly, moving closer to the edge of the boat, “ and Harry…it’s a shame we didn’t even got our first kiss,” (Y/N) smiled sadly, “ I guess these are the consequences of this whole act, Mal, ”

“ (Y/N) don’t do this-”

“ May we meet again,” the girl said while jumping into the dark waters with the bomb in her arms, trying to save the others.

In that moment everyone could hear Harry’s scream of agony as the bomb blew up , damaging only a small part of the ship; the pirate felt a hole forming in his chest - losing someone he really loved changed him, it broke him for real.

[talesofzero]

La Douleur Exquise - Ch. 6

AU; Chapter 6 - The Case of Green

Dick’s color is green because he’s here for that cash. Pay the gross sand boy. “When’s there going to be actual smut in this fic?” Next chapter?? Maybe?? Idk

~3k words.

We had a mail day once a week. Kei went to our box on-planet, scanned for anything explosive or toxic, and brought back a bag of whatever she didn’t need to destroy as a precaution.

Harlock got the occasional letter, though I never saw him open them. Zero got the most mail out of all of us and always looked confused by his stack of letters and boxes. Daiba, Monono, Shep, and the Kodais got nothing. At least, Susumu used to get nothing. This time Kei came back with a box from his client. Susumu looked at it like it might rear back and bite him.

Usually I was the only one getting weird things from clients. Kei always used her foot to push the boxes my way, her nose wrinkled. The only thing she handed to me was the occasional letter with the worst chicken scratch scrawled across the front.

“What’s that?” Tadashi asked as I tore open my latest one. “Did someone actually hand-write you a letter? I’ve never seen a hand-written letter.”

“Only rich sorts on my planet have any sort of useful tech,” I said. “Since it’s a desert planet, everything gets clogged with sand unless we make it right.”

“You’re from a desert planet? That sounds rough.”

Unfolding the paper sent dirt spilling out. The words were all smudged, many misspelled, but he was getting better. “You get used to it,” I said. “What sort of place did you grow up?”

“Oh, I uh, I grew up with my brother.” His eyes screamed for help as he pointed toward Daiba. I would have expected them to corroborate their story a little better.

“Yeah? Where was that?” I didn’t care, but it was funny to watch him go wide-eyed with panic. None of us would have cared about whatever he was trying to hide, so I wasn’t sure why he was so nervous. A fifteen year-old couldn’t have anything that serious under his belt. Even if he did somehow, Harlock wouldn’t have let him stay.

Still, it didn’t matter, so I let him off the hook. “I just can’t believe all these guys letting their little brothers work here. It’s just absurd,” I said as I plopped down on the couch to properly read the letter. Parts of it were like trying to decipher a code.

Tadashi’s white-knuckle grip released from the hem of his dress when he realized he was safe. “Didn’t...your older brother let you work here?” he asked.

“Harlock’s not really my brother,” I said.

He got the message that time and shuffled away to get the broom for all the dirt I’d trailed onto the floor. Before I could get too far into my letter, though, Daiba leaned over the back of the couch, all glares and growls. “Dick, are you being mean to my brother?”  

“I would never,” I said as I reached up and patted his cheek. No matter how hard he tried to scare me, I always found Daiba cute. Sure, his bite was as bad as his bark, but he would never hurt one of us.

Except me. He might hurt me.

I had to pull my hand away to keep him from biting off my fingers. “Don’t be an ass!” he snapped. “And don’t talk to him! Don’t look at him!” His eyes narrowed. “Don’t think about him.”

“I’m sure you think about him enough for all of us,” I said.

He didn’t budge. His face remained a stony mask of anger, but his cheeks did tinge pink. The longer he glared at me, the more the color infected his ears too. “Cute,” I said.

Throwing myself toward the ground was the only way to avoid the punch that came barreling toward me. “I’ll kick your ass!” he screeched. “Get back here!”

Once I rolled out of his reach and regained my footing, I dashed for the stairs. I’d learned how to run from all the times I was caught pickpocketing, and his short legs didn’t stand a chance. “Love you, Daiba!” I called as I raced up the stairs two at a time. “Keep up the good work.”

He let out a yowl like a cat drenched with water, but I’d already made it to my room. The walls were to all our rooms were soundproof, so if he was still screaming, I couldn’t hear it. My comforter flared up around me as I flopped into bed. Tadashi must have washed it because it smelled of dryer sheets - ideal for burying my nose in as I read the letter.

As usual, things back home hadn’t changed much, but that was what I liked most about the letters. The little stories of daily life peppered throughout brought me back to that planet full of sand and groaning machinery. I’d been so accustomed to a world with endless pulses of heat during the day and bone-chilling cold at night that the first time I ever felt a/c was on the train out.

I had to ask the conductor what it was.

We saved for months to get me that train ticket, all in hopes that I could get a job that would get my brother out as well, get him as far away as possible from that wasteland. I’d told him I was going to be a mechanic, and in every letter since I’d left I told him about all the imaginary things I was fixing, all the ships and trains. Like I could ever make the kind of money I sent him from a job like that.

As I reread “Love, Sam,” for the tenth time, someone knocked at my door. “Yeah?” I called.

“Dick, I’ve got a couple new client applications for you.”

I poked my head out into the hall to find Harlock standing there with his arms crossed. Daiba didn’t seem to be hiding anywhere in preparation to jump me, but Harlock must have heard the screaming.

“Try not to antagonize Daiba,” he said. “You’re lucky Tadashi was there to calm him down.”

“Someone can actually calm Daiba down?” I gave a low whistle. “That maid kid’s magic. So let me see these new clients. Are they attractive at all?”

“Well, one of them isn’t human if that piques your interest at all.” He handed me a tablet with all the info he’d dug up on them.   

I always felt too aware of myself when near Harlock. It made me want to back away, to put space between us. He was taller, more broad-shouldered, and his eye was the deep brown of old rust. Other than that, though, we looked identical.

There was no denying that we were related. I’d known it from the moment I laid eyes on him.

All the gusto I had upon storming into his office and demanding a job vanished when he raised his head. He stared at me the same way I stared back - his eye filled with confusion and denial.

I’d seen the wanted posters. I knew about my father - not that the man ever deserved to be called that - but I never expected to run into any relatives on his side. The Harlocks were all fabled pirates. They weren’t real. They especially did not run brothels on suspicious, unmarked satellites.

“Alright,” Harlock said once he regained enough of his composure. “You...you want a job. I am hiring prostitutes, but that’s, um- You understand what this work entails-”

“I can handle anything,” I said, struggling to keep my eyes locked on his. I wasn’t opposed to begging. My pride had never been that great, but dammit, begging this bastard for anything was a blow to the gut. “I need the money. Please.”

“Sit down.” He gestured to the chair in front of his desk with one hand while the other rubbed harshly at his face. “I won’t be able to just ignore this, so about your father-”

“If you have to know, he was the former Captain Harlock,” I said, dropping into the chair. “I was an accident though. I never met him, and I doubt he knew about me. I didn’t know I would run into you here either if you were wondering about that.”

“I’m sorry,” he sighed. “My father wasn’t the best, but… I know he would have wanted to help you had he known. If all you need is money-”

“I need a job.”

“I can get you something else-”

“This is all I know how to do.”

I only knew the old mechanics of my home planet. Even the tech of the train that brought me was far from my reach. But I’d slept around for money before. It didn’t take much brainpower to figure out sex. Whatever it took to get Sam a better life was worth it.

Harlock looked like he’d aged a few years since I showed up. “Alright,” he said. “I’ll take you on as a prostitute, but if you want to take any classes or need any means to learn a new profession, I will help you. I understand if you want nothing to do with me as family, but as your boss, let me help.”

I should have counted my blessings that he gave me a job. Should have thanked him and walked out. Too bad my temper was stronger than reason. “I don’t need your pity or your guilt, and I certainly don’t need you as family.”

He breathed a sigh through his nose before speaking slow and quiet. “I understand. I won’t force you to consider me or anyone else family.”

That took the wind out of my sails. If there were more than just him, it would be hard to ignore everyone.

“But,” he continued. “Look past your pride for a moment. You can’t be a whore forever.”

He was right. He was always right, dammit. He was right when I insisted on taking clients he’d voted against, right when he told me I had no chance of denying Manabu as family with that kid’s puppy-dog eyes, right about needing the stack of textbooks in the corner of my room, even if I mostly just used the information in them to send lies to my little brother.

Harlock and I were related, but we weren’t family. I’d stubbornly held onto that even after all he’d done for me. I knew it wasn’t fair to direct my grudge against his father onto him. Dammit, if I’d gotten to meet his father, I could have been mad at him instead, but the bastard had to go get himself killed.

If only the man’s brother could have shared the same fate.

“Hey, Phantom! Dick!”

We both went taught as a noose at the yell from downstairs.

“Uncle Franklin, we’re closed!” Harlock yelled back. “It’s Sunday, and past eight at that! What are you doing here?”

“Just came to say hi.”

Despite knowing better, we both shuffled to the end of the hall to see him in those old, dusty boots and wide-brimmed hat. It was a wonder he could see out from under it. He had a scar on each cheek as though to outdo everyone else in the family. Harlock had done his best to hide me from his uncle, but curiosity got the better of me, and the man spotted me when I tried to sneak a glimpse at him. I should have anticipated a keen eye from a sharp-shooter. Despite all my rage-fueled attempts, I could not convince him I wasn’t part of the family tree.

He flopped onto one of the couches, which made Tadashi look ready to faint. The man had tracked in enough dirt to make a farm, and now the couch wore half of it. “Any leftovers hanging around?” he asked. “I’m parched.”

“I can get Monono to fetch you something,” Harlock said, already looking exhausted. “You came just for food, didn’t you?”

“I would never!” he gasped in mock-offense. “I came for the food and the booze and the nice company.”

Harlock looked like he believed that about as much as he believed my lie that I was sending money back home to a girlfriend. As he started down the stairs, I trailed after him. If nothing else, Frank could be entertaining for a while.

“So why don’t you have any tables out here yet?” he asked. “Is that some fancy restaurant thing? Not having tables? It’s fine, I guess. I’m used to eating with a plate in my lap, but I’d think high society could afford some tables.”

“You still haven’t told him?” I asked Harlock in a whisper.

“I’ve told him a dozen times, but he always thinks I’m kidding.”

I was amazed the other guys hadn’t come down to swarm him in attention yet. Frank was so dense that he thought he was getting lucky with a waiter, when really Harlock just had access to his bank account. He paid his dues like any other client. He just didn’t know about it.

According to Harlock, Frank was a couple years younger than his father, but I imagined they looked about the same, so if I’d ever gotten to meet my father, I pictured him just like Frank. Equally cheerful and equally stupid.

The sound of bare feet slapping against the floor made me turn to see Manabu stumbling to a stop at the top of the stairs. “Franklin!” he greeted with a grin and a wave. The kid was the only one in the family who seemed to actually like the guy.

Frank waved back, all smiles. “He’s cute,” he said to Harlock. “Have I met him? Did I sleep with him?”

Harlock’s voice was as dry as my home planet. “That’s Wataru’s son. He’s related to you. You’ve known him since he was a baby.”

“Oh!” Franklin laughed in an odd, wheezy sort of way, like there were holes in his lungs. “He looks different clean.”

To be fair, Manabu was in his pajamas and freshly-showered. His hair stuck to his face in ringlets and bounced along to each of his steps down the stairs. I swore the kid was a puppy in disguise, impossibly cute and eager to please.

“Uncle Franklin, I haven’t seen you in ages,” he said. “How’s Heavy Meldar?”

“About the same as always,” Frank said with a shrug. “Mostly dirt.”

“Gotten in any shootouts lately?”

“Not that they have any proof of.”

Harlock looked like he needed a stiff drink as his uncle whipped a gun from his holster and twirled it with ease. Harlock was also the only one who didn’t jump when the safety failed and the gun went off into the ceiling.

Poor Monono, also in his pajamas, almost threw the food tray in his hands into the ceiling alongside the bullet.

“Please stop trying to kill me,” Harlock said, just looking tired while my heart was trying to break out of my ribcage.

Not as concerned as I thought he should be, Frank frowned and looked over his gun. “Sorry, they’re getting old. I’ll take them apart and check them over.”

“That’s likely what ruined them to begin with,” Harlock muttered as he went over to take the tray from a startled Monono. Poor kid was frozen in shock. “Anyway, Uncle, it’s everyone’s night off, so I hope you weren’t expecting anything from my...wait staff. I’d like for all of them to get proper rest.”

“I’m content with just the meal then. Oh, but I did bring you this. Almost forgot. I’ll trade ya’.” After fishing in the cheap drawstring bag on his shoulder, he pulled out a stack of letters that looked halfway toward crumbling into dust. They were all tied by string, most the same size and shape.

“More mail day for you,” I noted as Harlock traded the tray of food for the letters, confusion twisting his features.

I peered around to see the return address on the top one - Warrius Zero. Judging by the flowing cursive, the letter may have been handwritten as well. It was addressed to Phantom F. Harlock, and once Harlock tugged the string loose and began flipping through them, it became apparent that they were all that way - to Harlock, from Zero. Still sealed.

“Never had a forwarding address for you, and I forgot all about them,” Frank said around a mouthful of potatoes. “Sorry about that. Had ‘em in an old trunk, and I just found them again.”

His hands dropped down to hide it, but I saw. Harlock was trembling. “I see. Thank you,” he said in a voice so thin it could shatter at any moment. He always fought so hard to hide everything, but he was losing his grip over a stack of letters.

He looked so vulnerable, so human, and I understood. Not completely. I would never understand what had happened between him and Zero. But I understood letters and all the memories and pain that could be locked within them.  

Because there were a hundred letters under my bed I’d never sent, filled with the truth, filled with every joyful and painful memory I had of being at the brothel. All the letters I was too scared to send to my brother. All the letters promising I’d see him soon.

“Go on,” I breathed just loud enough for Harlock to hear as I nudged my shoulder against his. “We can handle Uncle.”

He smiled. For just a moment, Harlock smiled at me, a slight tug at his lips that warmed his eye. He looked that way at Wataru and Manabu, occasionally even Frank, but not me.

We were related, but we weren’t family. We were much too odd to be family. We must have been something though because I smiled back before turning to Frank with a simple means of distraction.

“So how have your horses been?”

While Frank was sweating bullets and stumbling over an explanation of how he’d managed to kill his past several horses, Harlock slipped off. Manabu was invested enough in the odd tales not to notice either, but my mind kept drifting back to those damn letters. I did need to see my brother before I forgot what he looked like.

The homesickness was starting to kill me.  

[nee-saan]

word count: 1485 rating: general  a/n: i haven’t decided how i feel about lawlu in any nsfw context yet so, hold that thought anon. also idk if this went anyway you wanted it to, i had to ask my friend what ‘h/c’ meant bc i’m dumb

‘Sit still,’ the surgeon orders, trying to be stern and failing - Law’s chest heaves with short breaths, his voice still hoarse, weak with exhaustion. Wounds inflict various parts of his body in high numbers: cuts layer across his face like constellations in the sky, caked with dried blood and continuing down his skin, leading to the broader expanse of his chest. A breeze filters through, ruffling the fabric of Law’s coat, opening it further; Luffy mentally traces the path of injury, bruises and holes covered in dirt and haphazard bandaging.

Careful, meticulous fingers press lightly to Luffy’s ribs. Nimble yet precise, Law is like a ghost, his touch barely lingering long enough to leave an imprint on Luffy’s skin as he works through what Luffy imagines an exam is like. He’s only ever been to a doctor on the verge of death, so it’s different with Law. There’s more care and less panic, more time and space for doctors to do whatever it was doctors did. To Luffy, it was more or less a lot of prodding and scolding, but at least he is entertained. Law provided Luffy with enough curiosity to keep him still for at least an hour, even if he was going to be poked at the whole time.

‘Torao,’ Luffy mutters, actively trying breathe as little as possible to maintain his posture. Law doesn’t look up and for a moment Luffy thinks he doesn’t hear him. His eyes narrowed suspiciously and he places his palm to Luffy’s diaphragm, pushing gently. As if Law had flipped a switch, Luffy hisses with pain, bending over at the waist and resting his head between his legs. Law’s hand remains at his frame, keeping Luffy in place like an anchor. Tears swell in Luffy’s eyes and he exhales deeply, pushing against Law. The pain ebbs away slowly in pulses, beating through his senses until Luffy can see clearly again, the wooden floorboards of the Sunny coming into focus one at a time.

‘Straw Hat?’ he finally answers, pulling Luffy up. His body bends like the rubber it is and falls backwards, the strength to sit up straight and hold himself up escaping him. He much preferred his hammock in the boy’s quarters, but the stiff infirmary mattress provides enough support to keep Luffy propped up at roughly the right angle to be able to see what Law was doing.

‘You lied, Straw hat,’ and Luffy wants to roll his eyes, roll over and probably roll away from Law, but he’s right. He lied. ‘One of your ribs is broken.’

‘It isn’t even that bad,’ Luffy whines, tugging on his vest. Law glares at him, their faces inches apart, and Luffy can make out the dark circles under his eyes, can place old scars and imperfections. ‘It didn’t even hurt until you did that.’

Law raises a finger threateningly and Luffy laughs, curling his body into himself and protecting his side. He risks a glance in Law’s direction and is rewarded with a errant smirk, something small and crooked but undeniably a smile. ‘I don’t want to ask you again, Straw Hat. Sit still.’

Reluctantly, Luffy stretches out once more, moving only when Law reapplies his fingers to Luffy’s skin, this time concentrating on the area of injury. Luffy doesn’t know exactly what to expect, but when the surgeon leaves for the room and returns with clean bandages and tape, Luffy is skeptical.

‘Can’t you just fix me? Say room or something and make everything better?’

‘Are you in a hurry to get rid of me, Straw Hat?’

Luffy pouts and leans forward at Law’s request, shaking his head to answer. ‘No, but Torao, can’t you do this an easier way? With the ope ope fruit?’

Pausing, Law bends his head to inspect Luffy one more time before wrapping him in cloth. Coarse hair brushes against Luffy’s skin and he looks down, staring at the exposed skin on the back of Law’s neck. Faint traces of black ink surface just above his sweater and Luffy has to check himself; his fingers twitch with the odd sensation of controlling himself and it’s a testament to how much Luffy cares about being permitted to be around Law, to experience a proximity that others are most likely denied.

It’s a different feeling entirely, for a boy who, when not given what he wanted, took what he wanted. Luffy wanted everything on this planet that didn’t hurt anyone - nobody could deny him exploration, treasures and wonders that required nothing but an open mind and brave face to obtain.

He wants to touch Law; it’s almost not fair that the surgeon could place his hands over Luffy now, regardless of his healing intentions.

‘No,’ and Law’s voice interrupts Luffy’s thoughts. His hand ceases above Law’s neck and his doctor moves again, carefully adding another layer to Luffy’s bandages. ‘I mean, I can, but the energy it would expend is more than I can afford right now. The old fashioned way is going to have to do.’

Luffy tilts his head in confusion, eager to try and glean something from Law’s expression but his face is hidden behind Luffy’s back, still gently pressing at his skin. ‘I don’t understand. If that was the case why couldn’t Chopper do it?’

‘Didn’t you lie when your ship doctor asked about your injuries?’

Oh yeah

Declining to respond, Luffy settles back in his bed, shutting his eyes to the bright light that filtered above him.

It definitely wasn’t fair, Luffy decides, resting his hands behind his head.

Zoro let Luffy touch him whenever he pleased, whether it was to harass him during times of boredom or inspect his scars, deep fissures of warped muscle that endlessly eluded Luffy. He had his own scars, of course, but there was something about the blemishes of his crew that Luffy had to own, to take responsibility for.

Usopp and Chopper enjoyed giving affection as much receiving it, taking small measures of comfort and love in whatever ways that they could. Sanji was rare in his physical gestures, but they were present in the meals he served, laced with kindness and love. If Nami touched anyone it was to cuddle Chopper or smack Brook, but still, Luffy could find passion in her motives, regardless of purpose.

Luffy mentally tallied through his crew, accounting for the meaning behind their gestures. Comfort, safety, family and love - did Law have these things with his own crew, back on that strange submarine? Did he want them?

Peeling an eye open, Luffy watches Law pin the last of his bandages together. His sweater had continued to slip, revealing much more of the tattoos that Luffy is still so curious about. Luffy’s hand moves of its own accord this time and the pirate is barely conscious of his decision; just a touch, Luffy thinks, wondering what Law’s skin will feel like under his palm.

‘Straw Hat,’ Law starts and Luffy freezes, hand lingering again. ‘Was there anything else that hurt? Be honest this time.’

‘Can I touch you?!’ Luffy blurts out, his makeshift control slipping through the very fingertips that wanted nothing more than to trace the lines of ink on Law’s skin.

Confusion erupts across Law’s face in blotches of red, the high line of his cheekbones tinted rose. Luffy hardly notices it and leans forward unconsciously, his nose centimeters from Law’s face.

‘Just once! It’ll be quick, I promise! You can close your eyes if you want to.’

‘I don’t see how this matters - ‘

‘Please!’

For a moment it looks like Law is going to argue more, with his mouth pulled tight into a frown and gaze dark. Crestfallen, Luffy drops his hand but it falls directly into Law’s grip; Luffy looks up with a smile but Law already has his eyes shut, his brow furrowed and cheeks still red.

His breath caught in chest, Luffy reaches gently, eying the apex of the Law’s chest, specifically where his tattoo spans across his sternum. Like a child, Luffy presses one finger to the surgeon’s skin, delighted when he can feel goosebumps where his finger landed. Law breathes heavily, his breath warm on Luffy’s skin; he uses his other hand to touch Law’s lower lip, careful to not graze the bruising at the corner of his mouth. Thick eyelashes curl against Law’s cheek and Luffy curses himself; why couldn’t he grow more hands like Robin, so he could touch as much of Law as he wanted without ever letting go?

‘Torao,’ Luffy whispers, an errant thumb rubbing Law’s cheek. ‘Torao, you’re so pretty!’

Law only clenches his eyes tighter, wrinkling the span of skin across his nose and cheeks. ‘3 more seconds, Straw Hat.’ he growls and Luffy relents, a soft smile glued to his face.

Next time, Luffy thinks, watching Law wash his hands. Next time he was going to get much more time.

requests are still open and i plan on keeping it that way - please refer to my post here for details. i can’t get to all of them and i do work full time as well as take some classes, so please have patience with me

[forevermagik]

March Calendar Recap

I meant to do this yesterday, totally. Completely... didn’t.

Tis under the cut so as not to clog up people’s dashes on mobile :) 

Mar 1-We took the pets to the vet. The dog loved it. The cat? Not so much. 

I also fixed Hero Lab! Finally someone came out with a patch for modern stuff! 

I made good shrimp. Not sure what I did, but I made good shrimp. Maybe it was that lemon butter recipe?

Mar 2-We were out and about. I had good Bang Bang shrimp at this place called Boneheads. It was good. 

I also purged computer cables. Things that we don’t need anymore. There’s a whole box full of ‘em. Of course, the box then proceeded to sit in the trunk of the car for three weeks ‘cause we’d completely forgotten about it. It worked out though because as it turns out, we needed the spare modem. The box is still sitting in the gym/spare room atm and I need to take it to be gotten rid of. 

I also wrote 3k words of Rinnie and Taryn’s date-not-date thing. 

Mar 3-I flew to Monroeville. It was a good flight, a little bit turbulent. But a good flight.

We rolled DnD characters this afternoon. I was so excited. Literally “Rolled DnD charries! Iss gonna be so good!” Basically, I rolled this tiny but fierce human technomancer, except it wasn’t magic, it was purely scifi based. I forget what she was called though. Uh... *looks at character sheet* Technosavant. There we go.

Mar 4-I wrote a lot! 

I called Al a “royal bastard” in DA:O (again.) I do this every time.

We went to a place called the Tin Cow for dinner. I had a peanut butter cup alcoholic milkshake. :)

Mar 5-I caught a Party Hat Pikachu! He’s so cute! 

DnD was so good! I blew up some sprinklers, got into a hack battle, very good. We unfortunately derailed the DM from all of his plans, but I still had fun. We had tentative plans to meet back up and do a round two, but that never happened :(

Mar 6-I ran really fast on my run. I wrote a new Adler/Riela scene. I forget which one this was though. Idk, it was good though I’m sure.

I plotted a scenario for Rinnie to see swordplay :):):)

I called rar because her amiibo came in. Woot woot!

Mar 7-Gave Riela some more rough edges. Ah yes, this scene!! I know which one I’m talking about here :P

I’ve been watching my bf play the new Torment game. I love Callistege. 

Mar 8-Due to unfortunate circumstances, Amazon did not send me BOTW on time. So I went to Gamestop and bought it there. “I keep dying??? It’s fun though.” I’m pretty sure right after I got the game I jumped off a cliff and died. Then fell out of a tree and died again. Then... etc. :P

I wrote a Mica scene and officially finished Draft 2 Part 1!!

Mar 9-I finally figured out how to cook in BOTW. That could have been more intuitive... 

I started Part 2 and rounded out my Rinnie introspection.

I watched London Has Fallen--it’s a good movie!

Mar 10-Me and my bf went to Panama City and got massages. We also went around on the beach. It wasn’t fantastic weather though, unfortunately. But we spent most of the day together.

Mar 11-I was sick this day :( The good news is that I got to play BOTW p much all day.

Mar 12-More Breath of the Wild.

Mar 13-We drove out to Destin in the hopes of having a good day on the beach... only for it to be raining. So we got Dunkin Donuts and came back. 

We were then gonna go shooting, but our cat got sick so that took up our afternoon.

We stayed up late though re-going over the Nidtrin interactions with Rinnie’s parents and some more stuff with Rinnie, so that was nice!

Mar 14-Went back to Destin since the weather was better. The boardwalk was pretty nice. Honestly, I caught a lot of Pokemon heh. We also had McGuires for lunch and volcano shrimp for dinner. I WAS SO STUFFED!

Then we fleshed out more history of Tyrysius (the world in the book.)

Mar 15-We finally named Pre-Droggar: Efrium. Sheesh. That makes things easier finally.

We also went shooting. I need to practice more. But with what time :/

Mar 16-The Freaking Dog went and busted his nose escaping the gate. Had to take him to the vet so he could get it super-glued back together. Gah. 

But then we went out to World of Beer, O’Riley’s and a Whiskey Bar :)

Mar 17-Lego Batman was awesome.

Mar 18-My birthday started out with cinnamon rolls and bacon. I played BOTW all morning. Then we went to Flounders for dinner, where I got surf, turf, a Bushwacker, and some good bread. It was a bit windy though, making it cold. Then I wrote when I got home :)

Also, I had peanut butter cup cupcakes :)

Mar 19-Went on a dolphin sunset cruise with my gf :)

Mar 20-Moving stage one: Pack it up and load it. Got firehouse subs for dinner :) Drove to Atlanta. Got to listen to Skin Game on audiobook.

Mar 21-Got into the new town. The hotel was nice.

Mar 22-Looked at houses. Unfortunately, our favorite one didn’t allow cats :( And the cell service is shit once you get off the freeway :((

Mar 23-Unload ALL the things. Went to a place called Ducks for dinner... it was ... good... but expensive.

Mar 24- “You don’t go to Denny’s. You end up at Denny’s when it’s 6:34 in the morning and IHOP doesn’t open until 7″

Drive. All. Day.  

Mar 25-Cleaned all the things. Picked up the pets from boarding. 

I played KH2. Woot re-killing Larxene and Zexion. 

I also played BOTW. Yay Ritos!

I wrote about pirates!

Mar 26-Played more BOTW, did the Medoh dungeon.

I played KH2, and got my butt handed to me by Roxas. Repeatedly.

I wrote Mica’s escape!

Mar 27-I played DAO. It’s SOOOOO broken. Clipping and glitching in Redcliffe. Epic battle music when there were no enemies. Sten’s dialogue is nonexistent. 

Mar 28-Wrote Adler and Riela obnoxiously flirting, THAT was fun :P

I also had a pretty good workout.

Mar 29-Leg day BURNED~! Gosh my legs hurt lol. 

Played BOTW and got Revali’s gale thingy. Also decided he sounds like Axel, even though the VA’s not the same. 

I finished a Mica scene.

Mar 30-I wrote an AWESOME Adler and Riela scene. 

I played DAO and stormed Redcliffe castle.

I found Vault Dweller on Steam... time... wasting...

Also, I discovered that maybe my timeline issue towards the end of the book is solved? I may have accidentally miscalculated the days on my initial read-through and I may actually be fine now that I’m filling specific events into Google Calendar. 

Mar 31-Opened up 2 towers and did a few shrines in BOTW. Pretty much just explored all day and ignored all responsibilities :P

[keyofshadows]

@akingdomtheorist

So! Ridiculous conversation that’s gonna strike me as funny for the next week, probably. Which I could definitely use, but whatever. Thought I’d amuse you with it since your cupcake started it, lol.

keyofshadows Tomorrow's Eli's birthday. Confetti for all.

akingdomtheorist Adion will make him a cupcake

keyofshadows Awe. He'd be touched. And Adion would get a hug. Also one of those pointy birthday hats.

akingdomtheorist What if the cupcake was shaped like a pointy birthday hat

keyofshadows Pfffff he'd demand to know if the dragon was conspiring with his mom. She used to sew him a replica of Yen Sid's hat every few years and make him wear it on his birthday while she took pictures. From his literal 'I'm twenty minutes old' birthday until he was eighteen. IS THIS POINTY BIRTHDAY HAT CAKE A REFERENCE TO HIS HAT NEMESIS

sstingray yen sid knows about the hats

keyofshadows Is he amused or shaking his head because what is wrong with these people

sstingray secretly amused but won't show it is my wager

keyofshadows I wonder how much Eli was complaining under his breath about it during his lovely summer of responsibility training also I wonder how many dirty looks he was giving Yen Sid's hat while the man was wearing it because whoops

sstingray the master probably noticed it and said something to him eventually.

keyofshadows lmao. "It's not you Sir, honest! It's just...uh...nothing, actually, never mind, I'm supposed to be mopping or something, better get back to that." /slinks off because oh my god, explaining to Yen Sid about the Hat when he has no idea he already knows, pfff. Poor Eli.

sstingray not pictured: ray in the background trying really hard not to laugh

keyofshadows Oh sure, enjoy your amusement now, he'll get you back for it. Someday. Somehow. Maybe. She can babysit his eventual demonspawn, that'll do it. ...Which would be more of a punishment to the kids, actually.

sstingray and she'll get just as much fun out of that as she did watching him

keyofshadows Okay, we totally know what we're doing with Auryn when he misbehaves. Off to aunt Ray's for a pop quiz!

sstingray secretly gives him cookies when they're not looking

keyofshadows Ray's gonna end up with a kid that mouths off just to be sent for 'punishment', you know. Though he'll be more of an actual pain in the ass as a teenager. Amelia says don't worry about that, she and Nico will knock him into shape. With his own Keyblade, if necessary.

sstingray but eli she is not a tool to punish your children with! gosh!!

sstingray well if he misbehaves TOO badly he'll still learn not to cross her

keyofshadows The Grasshopper knows this. But really, it's Date Night and he and Specter really wanted to have some quiet movie time that didn't involve Auryn yelling in the background from upstairs. I should probably feel bad for Ray having to deal with the next generation of troublemakers, but nope. Too busy snickering.

sstingray it's fine they'll watch a movie that eli doesn't want him to see

keyofshadows Which would probably be anything with drunk elephants. Dumbo is Evil. So is Bambi, but for completely different reasons.

sstingray well. if auryn is up for it...

keyofshadows This is Eli's punk firstborn, of course he is.

sstingray welp. pink elephants on parade it is!

keyofshadows And Ray then gets to field ALL the questions, like how can elephants get drunk, and why isn't HE even allowed more than a can of soda a day if whatever Dumbo had was worse - wait, was that elephant beer? Or did he drink funny water? And if he drinks too much soda is he gonna see pink elephants too? Is THAT why he's not allowed too much? Can he have a few cans and find out?

sstingray fermentation is a terrible thing, you're too young kid, maybe idk but i saw this video once of elephants eating fermented fruits and getting totally trashed, honestly who even knows anymore, no, no it's because you'll get a sugar high and it's also terrible for your health, and no

keyofshadows He is completely unhappy with all of these answers, he'll have you know. Except the trashed elephant video, he wants to see that. BUT. He's gonna complain to Nico first (who will tell him to Listen To Aunt Ray She Knows More Than Them) and then he'll go home and whine at his dad BECAUSE AUNT RAY IS BEING UNFAIR FIX THIS

keyofshadows Eli just snickering and yeah, no, you have no idea of the meaning of 'unfair' when it comes to her, short stuff, sorry.

sstingray eli's probably like "that's what she does there is nothing i can do"

keyofshadows Nor does he wish to try, he's too old for another Darkside/Twilight Thorn/Who Knows What That Is pop quiz. He has kids now! (He's never too old, lmao. Kai'll boot him over for laughs.)

sstingray in which kai accidentally initiates a game of corridor ping pong with eli as the ball

keyofshadows Pfff. Kai says he thought he was going to get into trouble for booting the Epic Dork through Corridors, or does that only count when he's kicking him into the Maw?

sstingray nnnnno he'll probably be in trouble for it later but aunt ray has a life too you know she can't deal with your antics all the time!! there are seas to be sailed! treasures to be found! magics to learn!

keyofshadows Good, then can she take Soren with, he needs a way to deal with him this week that A - Does not involve setting his sneakers on fire AGAIN and B - Keeps Ro from rescuing him. Little brother gets seasick, little brother won't be warping over to pick him up. ...The maturity is astounding.

sstingray just for that she'll kick kai into the ocean

keyofshadows This is punishment how? He can swim. Also will probably open a Corridor and drop into it before he hits the water because he's a little shit.

sstingray either way he's off her ship so she'll count it as a win

sstingray not if she kicks him into her own portal and drops him right above the water

keyofshadows This is how you make enemies, Ray. (lmao, as if he'd do more than sulk for a few days before showing up again to get cookies/ask a favor/see what she thinks is a good present for Ro's birthday)

sstingray puhlease she'll take kai on pirate adventures someday

keyofshadows Do we really want a Keyblade wielder pretending to be a pirate. Or even just on the ship for longer than thirty seconds. (Yes.)

sstingray um duh?? how fun could that be

keyofshadows Kai's pointing out it should be Keyblade MASTER by that time, get it right. This from Mr. 'There's no way I'd ever be that good' who eventually is because whoops, Auryn's training is filled with fetching the chips Mastery Exams. I didn't know that traumatizing was another word for fun.

sstingray isn't that the epitome of everyone's time with their favorite aunt

keyofshadows There was just a resounding 'YES', so.

sstingray well there you go!

keyofshadows /snicker

keyofshadows The pirate thing is gonna turn into tradition, just like Ray taking on Eli as an apprentice started that ball rolling for him. She should pop on by one of the rabbit holes of Wanderer's Refuge again and see if she can land anywhere near Fen's time again. Be greeted by a slightly older (no more than 18, probably) Az, who happily informs her about how she's 'retraining' Celia's apprentice Seth, much to her dad's horror. Probably much to Ray's too, lol. 'Wait, wasn't he the boy that kept going creeper on you? That you hated? WHAT ARE YOU DOING'

sstingray no no its not a bad thing retraining is good

sstingray show him the light girl you go though lol god forbid ray ever have kids and they get mixed up with eli's family that's just gonna be chaos everywhere

keyofshadows Fen asks Ray to PLEASE not encourage his baby, he doesn't like Seth, he doesn't trust him, how does he know he's not going back to Celia and telling her things AZ IS NOT READY FOR THIS STUFF. OMG

sstingray also how would even feel about ray showing up again Oh welp

keyofshadows SO MUCH CHAOS.

sstingray that's the thing about light fen, sometimes you just gotta trust someone

keyofshadows Also no one minds Ray's random drop-ins, she's the Refs boogieman, after all.

sstingray and maybe put a tracker on them u know whatever works

keyofshadows He refuses to trust Seth, he's a little shit.

sstingray excellent her legend will live on

keyofshadows Az'll threaten her kids with Ray popping out of nowhere, just for the entertainment value.

sstingray I have a feeling her hypothetical family would get on great in the chaos tho lmao az can be like IT HAPPENS. A LOT ACTUALLY. we should probably do something about that

keyofshadows Just like how she's naming her firstborn son Jalen, also for the entertainment value. She can hear the grumping from the original through the rabbit hole, lmfao.

sstingray listen ray never asked to be an accidental time traveler it's weird ok

keyofshadows Also hilarious

sstingray she'll be sure to tell Jalen that when she gets back

keyofshadows The kid's gonna be the bounciest, most cheerful baby ever. /cackle

sstingray Oh how delightful!

keyofshadows Az thinks so~

keyofshadows Fen's twitching now because apparently Az is over her crush on Leo and he'd actually rather she go drool over the grease-covered boy Not From Here as opposed to the direction she's looking in. /facepalm

sstingray he could always come back :v

keyofshadows Imagine Fen trying to convince Leo to distract his daughter from the weirdo she's currently 'retraining'. For her own good, of course, not his nerves. /dies

sstingray leo is like whoa that is none of my business dude. slowly backs away.

keyofshadows Az is just smirking. Ha ha dad. But hey, nice to see you Leo, still eating sandwiches out of that toolbelt of yours? Somebody made rice krispy treats if he wants any.

sstingray great now that he gets to see her again, yes, and y e s where can find them?!

keyofshadows lol. Just opens a Light corridor and hands him a whole plateful.

sstingray !!! did he ever tell her he loves her cause he totally does

keyofshadows OH GOOD WAY TO START OFF THE AWKWARD BLUSHING LEO THANKS

sstingray thumbs up!!

keyofshadows Fen's trying not to applaud. Go away, you, quit trying to influence things. His wife would swat him.