#ill only have 5 cds left...

[nyopilled]

ENTRY #4: 05/07/23

today's song: https://open.spotify.com/track/4JrL3SMc7BvmxneLl4hmEA?si=ExnaXZIkQwGF4qKGakTrnA

i wont lie i forgor to do this today so this'll be short cuz i wanna do mbti stuff

today i slept in, ate dumplings, played games, watched educational videos and learned more things.

rlly liking the genshin event so far !! tho i might be biased cuz i main klee lol . shes just the cutest !! im gnna try and get c1 klee this update 👍 shes just so... babie. and Healing for the soul... so bright.... such a good child ... how can anyone hate her... shes done nothing wrong Ever...

collei is so cute too !!! love seeing her on screen ! i think she can understand the water droplets cuz she's a kid inside (like klee!! except klee is actual kid.) .

anyways i tried calculating how much klee's outfit wld cost for the shits and giggles n that shit is so expensive wtf???? anyways i might be a klee main but i cant go that far.... im sorry klee 💔 i think she wld understand tho 💔 (talking about her like shes real)

anyways i need to focus on grinding in hsr... i think i said this yesterday but i rlly need a solid team comp... i have so many characters... but no idea how to use em 💔

spent most of the day w diluc nui today... he was with me learning abt evolution and natural history ❤️ pbs eons is basically his educational show. also showed him genshin impact tiktoks on pinterest to counter that knowledge to ensure he ends up slightly fucked up ❤️

looked up potential careers for history majors... i think i like the idea of working in a museum i might try n pursue history seriously as a career :3c or a researcher but youve gotta write papers for that and Im Not About That Life. or a children's education host (lord knows we need it for the next generations w all of the misinformation nowadays 🙏) .

anyways back to the mbti stuff. i shall be going now.

thats all.

additional notes: i think theres a red moon outside. its Biiiig.

[spam-monster]

Theorydump about One Piece post Vegapunk loredump

not-as-spoilery theory/headcanons first:

Garp didn't used to be this much of a hardass when it came to his family, the reason he was so aggressive towards Ace and Luffy was because he blamed himself for Dragon defecting from the Marines and thought he had been too soft on him.

There's a lore reason why Garp named his kid Dragon even though he's always disliked the Celestial Dragons - maybe a run-in with the actual mythical beast?

The elephant was cursed because he was friends with Joyboy.

ONE PIECE MANGA SPOILERS UP TO 1121

The big one: The Five Elders are not the human forms, but the demon creatures that attacked Egghead Island.

-- I feel like someone would have said something if the 5 elders had been alive for 800+ years, so people must think they're human at least.

-- People are selected to become an elder when one of them "dies"; in reality, they become the new host body for the demon. They also take on a new name - the name of the demon.

-- The 20 original royal families that became the Celestial Dragons made a deal with the demons to defeat Joyboy in return for becoming hosts to demons themselves. The reason the Elders keep the CD all in one place and keep them dumb and ignorant is so that it will be easy for them to find new host bodies.

Devil fruit powers come from the dreams of humans, and although some of them have minds of their own, they ultimately follow the will of the human that eats them. In contrast, the demons that the 5 Elders host are actual mythical creatures that possess humans and enslave their will. The idea of Zoan fruits was based off them, which explains the similarities.

The original Joyboy was a giant, and the giant straw hat hidden away by the nobles belonged to them. Nika is a god of the giants, and his known friends are a giant elephant and a giant robot. And the awakened power lets Luffy turn giant himself.

Joyboy was also the first Devil Fruit user, and the Nika model was the first Devil Fruit.

The reason D is hated is because of Lily, who "betrayed" the alliance of 20 who formed the World Government and covered up the Void Century by spreading the Poneglyphs.

The D stands for Demon/Devil (connection to the original nobles and the fruits), or Dragon (because they were descendants of someone who could have been a Celestial Dragon but chose to defect).

Rocks had the same Devil Fruit power Blackbeard specifically sought out , which is part of the reason he was so dangerous.

There are other Devil Fruits whose powers are based off deities - Blackbeard's is from a god/demon of darkness who was the enemy of Nika, and the Flame fruit is a fire god who was brothers with the god of the sun.

Joyboy did not preserve the Ancient Weapons because of nefarious reasons, it was because the Ancient Weapons were all living/sentient beings and he wanted them to live freely. Since Poseidon is a power inherited by fishmen, Pluton could be some kind of ship spirit that possesses vessels, and Uranus is a sky creature.

Saving the world from flooding will not only involve building massive ships/arks, but sending landmasses into the sky to become Sky Islands.

The One Piece is/was the Nika/Gum-Gum fruit and it's true meaning - Roger found it at Laugh Tale but left it alone because he was already old and terminally ill and couldn't use it properly, setting off a search for it instead so that others would seek the truth.

There is a Sea Goddess who is connected to Imu and the Celestial Dragons and opposed to Nika, the reason Devil Fruit users cannot swim is because of them and they also might be behind the water levels rising. It's possible they are not on any one side and just go along with the Elders because they know how not to anger her.

The ending is gonna have some Fire Force-ass trippy bs in it.

[evedend]

Day one part 2!!!!!!!

SO

now that i have my computer set up i can properly type this out:333

starting this morning i woke up and immediately got a rush of adrenaline and felt like i was going to explode and i felt like this for about 3 hours until I had a coffee and then my youth pastor came by to say good bye to me. I love that guy so much bro. I've known him for almost 8 years now and he watched me grow up and in a way i watched him grow up. he came over for about 2 hours and hung out with me and my family.

after Trevor (pastor) left i finished packing small things i needed and had a bowl of ramen before leaving. My grandpa drove with me in his truck to take my mini fridge and some food.

on the way here i counted 5 log trucks that i passed and i kept count because they scare the fuck out of me because of the final destination scene. I also saw two active ambulances one of which i didn't hear coming my way and it scared me. Though my music wasn't even that loud. After i got checked in and got my room key i saw my bf walking up to my car which he opened the door and realizing he couldn't get in because i had stuff in all the seats he got in the truck with my grandpa and we drove down to my dorm and with all three of us moving things it only took about 15 minutes. To be fair i didn't bring too too much with the main things being my PC. clothes, bedding, and a box of my things.

after we got all the things unpacked from the car and truck I said goodbye to my grandpa for now and the poor guy looked like he was gonna cry. After he left Luke (bf) and i stayed in my room and we unpacked a little. He set up my PC and mini fridge while i was making the bed and organizing clothes.

When we were done for the time being we went to the dining hall on campus and had dinner together and I met some of his friends from XC and or Track (i don't remember). after dinner we came back here to my dorm and spent some quality time together cuddling and talking. The poor guy is pretty homesick already and its the first time I've seen him really cry. I held him until he felt better and after he did for a while he left to go for a run. While he was over though one of my roommates who lives in the room across from mine (the rooms are connected by a bathroom) knocked on the door and i was so sleepy when she came to say hi that i really didn't understand what all she said. She was really sweet though and her name is Chloe.

After Luke left i organized some more of my things and tried to figure out how to work the DVD player on my PC cause i brought a bunch of CD's and DVD's. Turns out my PC doesn't have the drive for it so ill have to order an external one at some point.

I also set up my coffee pot and make some hot chocolate. I had it and a small cup of sliced peaches. Before I ate though I invited one of my roommates over for coco to try and socialize and get better at making friends. I heard her washing her hands in the shared bathroom so i knocked and asked if shed like coco. We had a fabulous yap sesh which is why I'm typing this so late. She's now gone to bed and I'm about to after i post this lmao.

I'm so sorry if any of this is incoherent i am so so sleepy. Goodnight Tumblr people <3

[delphinidin4]

I just spent literally 5 working days migrating an entire public library’s info to their new website, and I can tell you:

LIBRARIES ARE AMAZING.

It’s not just books. It’s not just CDs and DVDs and magazines. Libraries all have streaming now. You can watch movies and listen to music and audiobooks and it’s all FREEEEEEE.

Many libraries are starting to have what’s called a “library of things”. This means that if you need something and don’t want to buy it--like you need a pressure-washer for a two-day job--you can borrow it from the library! It’s like a rental, except it’s FREEEE.

Libraries are one of the only “third spaces” we have left that are free. So there’s home, that’s the first space, and there’s work, that’s the second space. But people need places outside their homes and work to socialize and just BE in public. And almost all our third spaces require you to buy something to be there. Hanging out in a coffee shop while you write your novel? Gotta buy a coffee. Want to use the restroom at a restaurant? No using the bathrooms without buying something. Even public parks often don’t have restrooms, or are entirely outdoors, so they’re not suitable in inclement weather.

But public libraries let you hang out and use their resources without buying anything! You don’t even need a card to use most things in the library! Are you homeless and it’s snowing? Go hang out in the public library for a couple of hours and warm up. Visiting town for the day and you have two hours to kill and don’t know where to go? Go hang out at the library, use their free internet, browse their collection. Need to meet a friend somewhere and you’re broke? LIBRARY. IT’S FREE.

Libraries have educational programming. You can learn to dance or paint or attend a movie night. You can join a DnD group or a young mothers’ group or a book club. You can get your kids into programs that will help them develop literacy, social skills, and knowledge. You can make new friends. We think of the library as the place where you’re not allowed to talk above a whisper, but increasingly, libraries are SOCIAL spaces. They offer you SO MUCH.

Having financial difficulties and need to know what kinds of aid programs are available in your area? Ask a librarian.

Need to do your taxes and don’t want to pay $200 to a tax-preparer? Your library has free tax forms and may be able to help you fill them out.

Want to read a book or magazine or watch an obscure movie that isn’t in the library’s catalog? Use interlibrary loan (ILL). They will track down materials for you from entirely different libraries and library systems all over the country.

Need to find a cheap notary? Ask the library. Need some help understanding a new piece of technology? Try the library. Need something to read before bed? Library. Need to borrow a wifi hotspot so you can do your homework even though you don’t have internet at home? Library will lend you one. ¿Necesitas aprender inglés? Puede haber una clase en la biblioteca. Volunteering. Children’s programs so you can have a break as a parent. Opportunities for homeschooled kids to meet their peers. A place to sit and cool down for half an hour on a hot summer day. Homework help. Games. Resources for starting a new business or a new hobby. Don't know what book you want to read? You can fill out an online form and tell them all about your specific tastes in books and the librarians will fucking MAKE A LIST OF BOOK RECOMMENDATIONS that are JUST FOR YOU!!!

Libraries protect your rights to knowledge, free speech, and privacy. They are activist spaces. You can borrow materials on any subject, without any judgment. You can learn what other people don’t want you to know. You can borrow banned books. You can read a book about how to leave your abusive husband and then put the book back on the shelf and leave the building, and your abusive husband can never find out.

Libraries offer so many things. And they’re fucking FREE. 

Go to your local library. Ask them what kinds of services and materials they offer. They will be delighted to tell you! Or tell them you’ve got a problem and see if they have anything that could help you with it. Librarians love a good challenge. They’re people who want to serve the community. That’s what they’re there for.

That’s what the library is for. It’s for YOU.

[seeking-sanity]

Climbing Mountains

I never imagined myself hiking a mountain. 4,802ft at that... I never had a desire to spend time walking up a hill to walk back down, just to say I did it.

What I also never knew, was how much that hike would change my self reflection.

I have struggled with so many esteem issues. Weight being my "best handled", self-acceptance, self-worth, personal value, capability... being fully transparent, I didn't think I would ACTUALLY do it. I've never done more than hills, and really avoided those at most costs. I wanted to do this, because I was challenged. I wanted to do this because I said I could... to someone willing to hold me accountable.

I woke up far too early on a Saturday, completely ill-prepared... Ate the wrong breakfast [and regretted it for the rest of the day], drank too much water too fast, and wanted to quit on myself more times than I would ever admit...

I heard a man that has patiently showed me a kind love, a caring compassion, a friendly banter; tell me I could do it. Over and over. "just keep taking the next step, you got this." he was probably sick of saying it... I heard the sincerity in his voice at the trail head as he promised me we could turn back at any point...

we had driven 4 hours in moderately annoying traffic. I insisted on blasting a mystery playlist a zune I had incidently recently found and charged. I sang in my out of tune, doesn't really know all the proper lyrics and makes em up as I go, top of my lungs, 2000s angst voice.

He laughed at me and gently persuaded the skip button through the most annoying songs of our youth. Limewire downloads that digitally decayed over time, only one skip away from finding a vintage CD collection and a discman with the OG skull candy...

I insisted on bug spray, pushing the "i got this" confidence to the max with the deet 40 and fly spray... he spent the entire day helping me acheive goals I didn't know I had...

We got to the top of the moutain in 5 hours, the goal was 4 up 4 down. We made our day in 8. With breaks, and pictures, and a backpackers lunch at the summit. We shared a few moments with other hikers along the way... but what I didn't realize, until now- weeks later... we shared something more- trust.

I trusted this man with my life. Literally. I trusted him to accept my limits, push my boundaries, and accepted his encouragement when I had nothing left in me. We stood together on a 4802ft mountain, but it was the absolute top of the world.

It has been my experience, that people don't invest in people like me. People don't put effort into climbing walls, breaking gates, tending gardens filled with every sign of neglect. It would have been easy for him to quit on me too. To turn back, to act in any manner other than the gentle strength he shared to get me there.

It has been my experience that people I would do anything for, will do so little in return. I have raised children I didn't bear, paid bills that were not my own, funded vacations to places I didn't want to see. I have always only ever gotten what was easy. Effort, rarely at best.

This man... this kind, sweet man- has only ever gotten the most authentic me. the "take me as I am", the hardened shell after abusive heartbreak. He has gotten the reaction to assumed intention, the lash out of familiar behaviors even though he didn't follow the trend, he has gotten the "i'm not running, but I'm not trying either" version of me most of the time...

Not to say I'm reckless. Or that I disregard his feelings. I just- was waiting for the other shoe to drop, for him to fall into fitting the same mold...

This man proves daily, in a thousand consistent ways, he is different.

I don't beg for attention, I don't lack it either. I don't exhaust myself looking for activities, he makes an effort to plan dates too. I don't search for a connection constantly, insecure that it will cease to exist at any time... it just blooms. Like mountain laurel on the appalachain, beautiful. simple. strong, well rooted.

I climbed a mountain, with a man I wanted to spend time with. What I found on top of that mountain, was the insight to a man that was finding ways to show me everything beautiful. To share the moment with me.

The top of that mountain was a moment I hadn't even thought about, taking credit for the work it took to get there. The "don't quit" that was said so gently, screaming echos in my soul... he believed in me, for what seemed impossible to me.

We hiked back down that mountain, my whole body felt different. I appreciated it more. I was capable. I am strong. I walked beside the man that is making me believe I am as beautiful as the sun rising over the peaks... I hiked down that mountain with a confidence, a feeling of overwhelming success. Everyone else has quit on me, fell short of being willing to cheer me on for one more step... I conquer a mountain with a man that didn't quit for either of us. He never lost patience, never lost confidence in making it to the top- and back down- and out. My steps were so much lighter. Recognizing the gift that hike was. For me, believing I could do it. For me, excited to take on more. For me, seeing a man stand beyond every trauma response pre-determined thought process... For me, making it beyond the self imposed limits, walls- that I had so carefully lived behind...

I walked down that mountain leaving behind every insecurity I had let the past burden me with. I walked down the mountain next to a man willing to stand beside me for ALL the mountains, all the ups and downs. A man willing to believe in me, even when it is hard. That keeps rooting for us, when I'm letting me drag us down. That is willing to take ONE.MORE.STEP with me.

We left that trail head, and sat in the car... exhausted. 11.41 miles of pushing my body and mind to its self imposed limits. I looked at him, smiling a big goofy smile. He laughed a little, and asked me what mountain I wanted to do tomorrow.

Do the thing you didn't think you'd ever do. Believe you can do it. Go for the one you always wondered about...

Climb the mountain.

[dialovers-translations]

DIABOLIK LOVERS DAYLIGHT Vol.11 Tsukinami Carla [TRACK 5 + EPILOGUE]

Original title: 誓約 & エピローグ

Source: Diabolik Lovers Daylight Vol. 11 Tsukinami Carla

Audio: Here

Seiyuu: Toshiyuki Morikawa

Translator’s note: It is no secret that Carla is not my favorite Diaboy, so I wasn’t super excited for his CD despite really enjoying the DAYLIGHT series so far. There is quite a lot of difficult dialogue in this one as well and with no written dialogue, it can be tricky to figure out what Carla is saying. However, I do like how it gives us some more information about the Founders’ lore and their powers. I definitely did not expect this kind of plot twist either. Knowing how cold he is during the start of his DF route, it’s crazy to see him put his own desires aside and completely prioritize his S/O.

Track 1 ll Track 2 ll Track 3 ll Track 4 ll Track 5 + Epilogue

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TRACK 5: OATH

*Cling cling*

*Rustle*

*Cling*

[00:11] “...Heh. How many times have our eyes met during this meal?”

You apologize.

“Is it something to be sorry about? I cannot blame you. My gaze also keeps drifting your way subconsciously. …When I realize that this might be the last time, I cannot help but want to engrave this sight into my memory. ーー The sight of the woman I love, I mean.”

You tear up.

“Do not cry. …No, actually, I do not mind. You can weep all you want. Your tears are dear to me as well.”

You shake your head.

[01:03] “Heh. …You are strong. No matter how fragile your physical body may be, you actually made a homemade meal from scratch and managed to suppress the tears to show me a smile. I think your soul is truly precious.”

You sob.

“Fufu…Did I make you cry again? Well then, let us continue our meal. While I can imagine it must not be easy right now, you should try to eat as much as you can as well. There is only little time left until I have to depart, so why don’t we enjoy our final banquet to our heart’s content?”

*Cling cling*

*TIMESKIP*

*Thud*

*Cling*

[02:35] “Hah…It was a lovely meal. I feel thoroughly satisfied.”

You agree.

“Wait a few minutes.”

Carla gets up and leaves the room before returning shortly after. 

*Thud*

“Drink this.”

You ask him what it is.

[03:09] “It’s fruit juice which has been slightly diluted with water. I got my hands on fresh fruits from the human world and high-quality water. …In the end, you weren’t able to eat very much of the meal, were you?”

You apologize.

“It is fine. I understand your situation. This should be easy to ingest and it’s packed full of nutrients. Drink it, even if it’s just a little.”

You take a sip.

“Fufu…How is it? …Good?”

You nod and thank him for cooking for you.

[03:59] “Haha…I don’t think this would count as ‘cooking’, but somewhat, I suppose.”

You yawn.

“...Hm? What’s the matter?”

You explain.

“You’re sleepy? You must be tired. In that case, I do not mind if you go lie down.”

You suddenly pass out. 

*Cling*

[04:32] “...Haah. Forgive me. I couldn’t have you stay awake for this though.”

Carla lifts you into his arms.

*Rustle*

“...She’s so light. To think she would seem so fleeting, in such a fragile physical state. Even so, she continued to strongly express her feelings for me.”

*Smooch* 

“...My irreplaceable partner.”

*TIMESKIP*

*Drip*

*Rustle rustle*

*Drip drip*

[05:32] “...Haah. This should do. While I may be suffering from an illness, it is still Founder's blood. A contract will surely be made…between me and my partner. What is necessary is for both parties involved to feel strongly for one another.

…Well then…I, Tsukinami Carla, King of Founders, officially declare the commencement of this ritual…

*WOOSH*

*Cling*

Carla cuts himself.

*Drip drip drip*

*WOOSH*

*TIMESKIP*

*Rustle*

[06:56] “...Ugh!”

*Rustle rustle*

You run up to Carla.

“...!! So you’ve awakened…Cough, cough…!”

He coughs up blood.

“...Oh, do not worry about this. It’s the price I have to pay.”

You frown. 

[07:23] “...Hah. Color has returned to your complexion…I could almost mistake you for someone else. …In theory, any spell - no matter how high-level it may be - should succeed without fail when exchanged for a Founder’s life but still…Haah…I feel relieved now.”

You ask what he means.

“Fufufu…Just like you always did, I chased after my own happiness. There would be no point…in a world where you no longer exist.”

You disagree. 

[08:14] “...You fool! Do not talk down on yourself like that! Your soul…is the most precious thing…in this whole world…Your pure, noble feelings…willing to sacrifice everything for my sake…as well as your deep love…I simply could not let those things fade away…”

You remind him of his ambition to help the Founders flourish again.

[08:51] “Fufu…I do not need any dreams or ambitions, if it means having to sacrifice you to fulfill them…I have already sent out a message…I am confident that Shin will most definitely inherit my ambitions. …My world is right here…You are my world…So why would I not offer my own life for it…? …Cough, cough, cough…!!”

*Rustle*

[09:37] “Go ahead and live your life…as you wish…Farewell…My beloved…Haah…”

You shake his body, begging him to wake up.

*Rustle rustle*

You run to grab a knife, drawing blood before running to Carla’s side to try and feed it to him.

*Rustle*

*Gulp*

*Drip*

*Gulp*

“...Hah! 

*Gulp*

“Haah…You…Don’t tell me…Did you give your own blood…to me?”

You nod.

[10:43] “...It is true that your blood has always been the most effective way to soothe my symptoms but still…I would have never fathomed that it could bring someone back to life as well…In the end, you still harmed yourself in an attempt to save me…You truly are hopeless…

However, I will not last very long. I used a high-level spell which sacrifices the caster’s life in exchange. Even if you managed to bring me back now, you are only prolonging the inevitable…Are you prepared to have to…say goodbye to me once more?”

You claim to be prepared for that.

[11:42] “...Despair which comes right after joy is a painful thing. But you do not mind regardless?”

You nod.

“...!! …Fufufu…Good grief…Just as I thought, you really are my woman. My one and only partner…who is so very strong, and overflows from love for me. ーー That being said, to think you would get the King of Founders to go this far for you.”

*Rustle*

[12:32] “You’re quite the handful. You won’t get away with this. …I shall not let you go, no matter what happens. So better be prepared.”

You nod. 

*Rustle*

TRACK 6: EPILOGUE

[00:20] “...Take your time going down. I’m here to support you.”

You slowly go down the stairs together.

*Thud thud thud*

You apologize for making a selfish request. 

“...Hmph. This does not count as being ‘selfish’, trust me. ーー Besides, I do not dislike going around and viewing the different paintings displayed in this castle. Especially when doing it together with you.”

You remember something very similar happening in the past.

[00:56] “Yes…We exchanged our opinions on the artwork here once in the past as well, did we not? I rarely ever speak of my own interests to others though…Heh. I guess that back then, you must have already had a special place inside my heart.”

You grow flustered. 

“Fufu…Your reactions are always so genuine. Whether you’re happy or sad, it shows on your face right away. You should value that pure, honest heart of yours.”

You nod.

[01:47] “Let me repeat myself ーー but I will leave this manor today. As much as it pains me, I simply have no other choice.”

You frown. 

“You should only focus on looking after yourself. Please do not worry about me.”

You refuse.

[02:15] “Do not say that. However, time flows differently in both worlds, so you might have more alone time ahead of you than you initially thought. You can think of Banmaden as your safe haven…the castle where you can live in peace.”

You ask him if that is why the two of you came here.

“...Heh. Right. That is one of the reasons why I decided to come here. …However, can you blame me for wanting to spend as much time together with my partner as possible? 

You thank him.

[03:04] “I am the one who should be thanking you. I feel truly blessed, having the best wife imaginable.” 

Carla embraces you. 

*Rustle*

“Come on…Give me a better look at your face. Right now, I want to burn that sight into my memory, rather than that of the paintings.” 

He caressed your cheek.

[03:31] “Your scent…the way your skin feels underneath my touch…I’ll brand it all in my mind. If I were a painter, I would surely put it down onto the canvas with my brush. …In my case, I shall trace it with my lips instead.”

*Smooch*

“Your forehead…”

*Smooch*

“Your cheeks…Andーー”

*Smooch*

“...These lips of yours as well.”

*Smooch*

“Mm…”

*Smooch*

ーー THE END ーー

[theodd8ball]

Okay but you know what, my list is in the tags now.

Accidentally Aestethic Things That I Do

my glasses are always a little crooked somehow. maybe my ears are just weirdly placed, who knows.

i sleep on a mattress surrounded by fairy lights. when my mum and i redecorated our apartment, my old bed broke and we kind of don't have the money to buy a new one so i just sleep on a mattress. the fairy lights are there because i don't own a bedside lamp.

i stack books all around my room. not because i own too many, but because my bookshelf is just too small and i'm too lazy to redecorate it to make space.

my nail polish is always chipped somehow because i never clean it till it's almost chipped off completely

my glasses are also always dirty. i've learned to see through it.

i'm gay which... should be enough explanation.

mismatched socks. i never purposely wear them mismatched, it's just that i don't care.

my hair dye is always faded because i can't bother re-dying it.

doodling on skin. that's it.

my alarm clock is an old nintendo ds, one of the really old ones from the early 2000s, because my phone alarm is complete bullshit.

i keep a jar in my room with a sticky note saying 'rot in hell dick-man' and every time someone says some freudian bullshit they have to put money in there.

What I want to say is, you don't have to follow some specific rules from the last tumblr aestethic you think is cool. Being human, and being yourself, is already aestethic enough. Don't let your life get dictated by expensive style choices, doesn't matter if it's clothes, decoration or furniture, and let yourself down because it's just not in your budget. Find aestethic in yourself. Being you is pretty aestethic might I say.

Feel free to add those accidentally aestethic things you do in your day to day. Spread some positivity. Let's be wholesome for a minute.

[kumoriyami-xiuzhen]

Hakuoki Yuugiroku 2 - Okita Chapter 1

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Hakuoki Yuugiroku 2 Chapter 1 - Okita

Translation by KumoriYami

The pleasant sound of birds chirping came from nearby/ I didn't know where they came from, but I heard the pleasant chirping of birds.

I was hurriedly walking through headquarters———

Yukimura: Ah.....

I saw/bumped into Okita-san, who seemed to be unusually idle. .

Yukimura:…………

As I thought about the worrying conversation that happened this morning, I summoned my courage to try and greet him/courage and called out to him.

Yukimura: Ah, um, Okita-san......!

Souji: What is it?

Yukimura: Can I have a bit of your time......?

Souji: That’s fine, but...is this about the festival? Did you want to go too, Chizuru-chan?

Yukimura: !

Souji:......Well, there’s no way that it’s not that [???]. You should know what sort of position you’re in.

Souji: Although it's a rare festival [reword later? basically festivals rarely occur], you however, can't leave headquarters by yourself, right?

Yukimura:…………

Souji:…………

With his smile full of ill intentions, Okita-san stared at me as if he were urging something......

Yukimura: If, If Okita-san doesn’t mind, I’d be very happy if you could take me to the festival... 

Souji: Heh. It's a bit surprising/little unexpected. [That?] You'd actually ask me that.

Souji: I don’t mind (though). I can’t/don't have patrol or need to practise today/I’m not allowed to patrol or practise today, so I have some/can spare the spare time.

Yukimura: Can’t /Not allowed to practise...?

Although those words made me feel uncomfortable, as I tilted my head... 

Okita-san simply smiled, not answering the question I had just asked, and continued/and changed the subject. 

Souji: Anyway, call me when/if you're ready to go out.

Souji: I don’t want to cause any problems, so make sure you aren’t seen/found out by anyone else. 

Yukimura: Ah, that’s fine/there won’t be a problem...!

Souji: ?

Yukimura: Hijikata-san said that "it's okay, as long as/okay if you go with someone," and gave me permission to go out/head outside.

Souij:…………

I don't know why, but /For some reason, Okita-san suddenly fell silent and looked/became upset/frowned.  had an unhappy expression as he fell silent.

Yukimura: Ah, that/this/Ah, um.....?

Souji:......Well, that doesn't matter. Regardless of what Hijikata-san said, I'll be the one to actually go out with/accompany you.

Yukimura: H-Ha......

Souji: Hey, Chizuru-chan. Hurry up and/Quickly get ready. Otherwise you'll be left/I’ll leave you behind?

Yukimura: I understand!

After making my preparations to go to the festival, I met up with Okita-san to leave headquarters.

At this time, Okita-san's mood seemed to have completely improved, and he was smiling happily.

Souji: I'm really looking forward to the festival. Then let's go.

Yukimura: yes!

However, as we started walking, a person quickly rushed out in front of us. 

Yamazaki: Hold it/Wait, Okita-san. You can't leave/aren't allowed/ I can’t allow you to leave headquarters......!

Souji:——What would Chizuru-chan like to eat? There should be many stalls selling food/stalls that sell food at the festival. 

Yamazaki: Don't ignore me!!

As if to physically stop him, Yamazaki-san moved his own body to obstruct/block Okita-san’ path.

Yamazaki: I was talking to you just now, Okita-san!?

Yukimura: Um......

In contrast to Okita-san and Yamazaki-san who were facing each other, I worriedly/carefully asked a question.

Yukimura: Okita-san, did you do something/did something happen/is something wrong?

Souji:......Aren’t those words a bit much/too much?

Yamazaki: Okita-san was very sick. Just a few days ago, he still had a terrible fever and cough, and had been bedridden.

Souji:......I've already recovered.

Yamazaki: You haven't completely recovered yet. [Furthermore,] The Vice-Commander should have ordered [that you] "are not allowed to go out until you recover first."

Yukimura: Is, Is that so?

Souji:…………

Perhaps it because of his illness being mentioned, or maybe it was because of Hijikata-san's name...

That Okita-san looked incredibly upset, and his expression became angry [or something like that. this sentence was weird]. 

Yukimura: Okita-san. Was there a reason (for) why you couldn’t/weren’t allowed to practise?

Souji:.......Everyone's just too overprotective. It's not that serious, but it's just that the dojo is so noisy that I’m staying away from it [really word. reword later?].

Yamazaki: Regardless of what Okita-san may say,  you aren't allowed to pass through here. It’s what the Vice-Commander has ordered. 

Yukimura:…………

I clenched my fists and stared straight at Okita-san. [not sure bout this sentence since i can interpret at least 5 different ways].

Yukimura: Let's go back/return/head back for now/the time being. Even with force, I don't think Yamazaki will ever be leaving here/moved | I don’t think Yamazaki-san will leave here, even if you used force...

Souji:…………

Yukimura: Please, Okita-san.

Even after listening to me though, Okita-san didn't provide any response......

After a while/Eventually, he reluctantly started walking and returned to headquarters.

However, Okita-san still hadn't/didn't seem to have recovered from his bad mood/ when he separated from me, it still seemed like Okita-san hadn’t recovered from his bad mood——。

-end of chapter-

[the-softest-bruise]

Post your favorite album by 8 artists you like and your favorite song from the album…

I'm counting on the expand post feature, if for some reason it doesn't work out oopsie haha *twirls hair* sorry for not being able to shut up about my questionable taste in music lmao. I have no idea how to add a read more on mobile in the year of the lord two thousand and twenty two

I was tagged by @lagloriana thank you so much! ❤️ (yes of course I wanna do it!! consider me down for getting tagged in anything really, even if it takes me several years to get around to doing it in the end)

I'm tagging @eulenspiegelei @burning-in-this-dark-world @melaninm0nster @maybecomedy (only if you want to of course! also please let me know if anyone wants to be removed from this post, that's no problem) (also!! if anyone wants to be added that shouldn't be a problem either! just lemme know)

Alright here goes, sorry in advance if anyone decides to listen to anything simply because I'm mentioning it here:

1. Lana del Rey / Ultraviolence - Cruel World (i don't know what it is but this song unlocks shrimp emotions in me. Also I'm aware how much she clashes with the rest of this list but she's everything and whenever she releases something new I will listen to it no questions asked. Hope I get to see her live on stage one day ❤️)

2. Alice Cooper / Brutal Planet - Cold Machines (probably not my favorite song by him generally speaking but probably my favorite song on that particular album on which I like every single one of the songs. The only singer on this list I've seen live on stage - twice - and intend to see again, fingers crossed. He means so much to me and my obsession with Your Dad's Music™ is entirely his fault because he started it when I heard Poison for the first time in 2008)

3. Limpbizkit / Chocolate Starfish and Hotdog Flavored Water - My Way (listen, if the music sounds like something that would be played at a small independent skateboard store that sells oversized hoodies it's very likely right up my alley, no matter if it's rap, rock or reggae or a mix of all of these genres)

4. Linkin Park / Meteora - Somewhere I Belong (I'd say I like Hybrid Theory just the same, maybe even more, but it's harder to pick a favorite song on there. One of the bands that means the most to me but that I hardly ever actually listen to anymore)

5. HIM / Deep Shadows and Brilliant Highlights - Beautiful (I remember so clearly the first time listening to this album in 2005~ish, I got the CD from the library and kept returning it just to immediately borrow it again until I finally bought it from the local record store. Feels like a melancholic summer night just after sundown)

6. Led Zeppelin / Mothership - When The Levee Breaks (yeah that's a Best Of Album, so what. It has all the good shit. Feels like late summer to me and I always listen to it in the car throughout September)

7. Metallica / Black Album - Wherever I May Roam (that's probably a controversial opinion, I know the black album is a breaking point in the band history for some fans. also, I don't necessarily consider myself a die hard fan despite literally owning a t-shirt lol. I do like this album though and have a lot of memories connected to it.)

8. Mötley Crüe (derogatory) (I have been listening to their music A LOT lately while literally thinking they're trash but not being able to fucking stop? I don't know which new mental illness I have discovered in me) / Theater of Pain - Home Sweet Home (here's the thing: Mötley Crüe is not even remotely in my top ten of favorite bands and theater of pain itself is okay I guess? However this fucking song? This FUCKING song?? Yes I DO take you to my heart. Yes I DO feel you in my bones. No I REALLY never feel left all alone when I just take this song. 😭❤️😭❤️✊😔❤️️ I love this song so much I've been considering getting a fucking tattoo of it for well over ten years now, that's how much it means to me. That's long enough to decide about a tattoo, right?? I should do it. Easily in my top five of favorite songs of all times EVER. Play this at my funeral I'm not even kidding)

[lovemesomesurveys]

Are you currently wearing anything red? Yeah, my shirt is red and my shorts and socks have red on them as well.

Have you had a deep conversation with anyone today? I just got up like 20 minutes ago and haven’t left my bed/room yet. 

What would you say is the most disgusting thing you’ve ever tasted? Seafood and wasabi are some of them.

What was the last food you got a random craving for? A hot dog. I have a like/hate relationship hot dogs, ha. It’s one of those things I have to be in the mood for and that’s very, very rare. It can be years.

Has anyone/anything made you angry recently? No.

Who did you last go to the cinema with? My mom.

What was the last song that got stuck in your head? “Stay” by The Kid LAROI ft. Justin Bieber has been stuck in my head for days.

When was the last time you listened to it? A couple days ago.

Who was the last person to say something thought-provoking? Hmm.

On your Facebook friends list, who was the last person to have their b-day? I don’t feel like checking.

How old were they? -- What did you/are you having for dinner tonight? Fridays are always my Wingstop nights.

Is your best friend in a relationship? Yes.

How old were you 5 years ago? 27.

What is something you enjoy doing, but aren’t good at? I like to sing, but too bad I can’t.

Who was the last person you talked to, whose name started with ‘C’? One of my cousins.

What colour are that person’s eyes? Brown.

Name some healthy foods that you enjoy eating. Spinach, bananas... lol that’s bad that I can only think of two things...

What is your favourite Studio Ghibli film? I haven't seen any.

Do you have a favourite hair accessory? What does it look like? I like the new flower and butterfly clips I got.

What’s your favourite type of insect? EW, NONE.

What’s your LEAST favourite type of insect? ALL OF THEM.

Who was the last person you Facebook messaged? My aunt.

What’s his/her favourite food? Hmm. I’m not sure.

Did you have a good day yesterday? What did you do? Eh, it was alright. I didn’t do anything out of the ordinary.

When was the last time you went to a fancy dress party? It’s been a very long time since I’ve dressed up.

Who/what did you dress as? Uhh.

What genre was the last film you watched? Did you like it? I saw The Suicide Squad the other day, which is like action/superhero/adventure. I didn’t like it. :/

Have you made a sandwich today? What did you put on it? I had one with my ramen last night, which was after midnight, so yeah. It was a bologna sandwich with just Colby Jack cheese, mayo, and mustard.

If your best friend was a fictional character, who would he/she be? Why? Hmm.

Do you remember the last time you overheard part of a random conversation? Sometime this past Wednesday.

Did it make you feel awkward? No.

What were you doing at 10 o'clock this morning? It’s only 7:42AM.

How many vowels are there in your first name? 4.

What was the last song you listened to? Does it mean anything to you? I don’t remember at the moment.

What flavour was the last cupcake you ate? Red velvet.

When was the last time you complimented a stranger? I don’t tend to do that.

What’s your favourite milkshake flavour? Banana or strawberry.

Have you had an interesting or amusing dream recently? Not that I can recall.

Do you know how old your favourite actor is? Yeah, he’ll be 45 this month.

Is there anything worrying you right now? Always.

If so, have you talked to anyone about it? It’s ongoing stuff that has been going on for awhile.

Is there anything you desperately want, that you can’t have? Sure feels that way.

When will you next see your best friend? Maybe in an hour? She’s still asleep.

Apart from sleeping, what do you plan to do tonight? My usual nighttime routine.

What’s the age difference between your parents? 4 years.

You can only have one flavour of ice-cream for the rest of your life. Which do you choose? Strawberry.

Are there any foods you’ve been craving, or eating a lot of, just recently? Chicken strips from Jack in the Box.

When was the last time you wanted to do something, but didn’t do it? Recently, I’m sure.

Why did you choose not to do it? *shrug*

When was the last time you ate an apple? I can't remember.

What’s the nicest thing your best friend has ever said to you? I don’t know, there’s been a lot of things throughout my 32 years of life.

Have you ever experienced a hangover? Yeppp. Not fun.

What was the last food or drink that you tried for the first time? I don’t recall.

Did you like it? --

What do your friends think of the person you’re currently interested in? There’s no such person, currently.

Name one of your favourite foods, that starts with the letter ’S’. Sandwiches.

The last time you hung out with your sibling(s), what did you do? We watched that new Disney+ Marvel show, “What If...?” that just came out.

Who was the last blue-eyed person you spoke to? My dad.

Is there a person you’d like to speak to right now? No.

Why that person, specifically? --

When you woke up this morning, what was on your mind? I was feeling achey.

At this moment, what are you most looking forward to? Nothing at this moment.

Do you have any scented candles in your home? What scent(s)? Nope.

Are you planning any special outings with family or friends? No.

Who were the last 3 males you talked to? My dad, brother, and... the cashier at the movies the other day.

Do you ever wear lipstick? What colour(s) do you prefer? Nah.

If you have a pet, when did you last pet him/her? Last night.

Do you have a favourite Celine Dion song? Nope.

Name one of your favourite foods, that starts with the letter 'C’. Chicken tenders.

Does the person love/like have a car? What colour is it? --

Have you ever received a compliment on anything you’re wearing? My mom said my pjs were cute.

Have you had any caffeinated beverages today? Not yet.

What was the last alcoholic drink you tried for the first time? I don’t remember.

Did you like it? --

Have you eaten any chocolate today? What kind? Not so far.

The last person you kissed - are they older or younger than you? He’s a year younger.

When was the last time someone wanted you to do something, and you refused? Hmm.

What’s your favourite feature of the person you’re currently interested in? --.

How many people have you hugged today? Zero as of now.

Do you have a favourite hair colour or eye colour on your preferred sex? Blue or green eyes are really pretty.

Do you remember the first CD you ever bought? The first one I remember buying myself is Ashlee Simpson’s CD.

Is there anyone on your mind atm? Not really.

The last song you listened to - does it remind you of anyone? I don’t remember what song that was.

Is your birth year an odd or even number? Odd.

Have you eaten any of your favourite foods today? Yeah, ramen and a bologna sandwich are a couple of my favorites. I’ll have Wingstop for dinner.

What did you have for lunch yesterday? Chicken tenders from Jack in the Box.

Who was the last person you Facebook messaged? What’s his/her star sign? My aunt. I’m not sure.

How many different towns/cities have you lived in? Two.

What are your parents’ middle names? I’m not sharing that.

Are your eyes the same colour as your sibling’s? My younger brother’s are lighter.

How many pets do you have? Would you like any more? One and that’s a good fit for us.

Do you prefer still or sparkling drinks? Still.

Is there a song you can’t stop listening to atm? No.

Did you have a strange or interesting dream last night? Probably. I rarely ever remember them, though.

Which friend do you confide in most? --

Who was the first male you talked to today? What colour are his eyes? My brother, whose eyes are a lighter brown.

Are you wearing any accessories in your hair? Describe them. No.

When was the last time you felt ill? What was wrong? I always feel crappy some way or another.

If given the chance, would you change anything that’s happened today? Not much has happened so far, I’ve been up for like an hour.

Who was your first best friend? Do you still speak to that person? These two girls in preschool, Crystal and Starr. We lost touch after preschool, unfortunately.

Do you like your middle name, or does it embarrass you? Yeah, it’s fine.

Are you wearing anything that was given to you as a gift? Yeah, my mom bought these pjs.

Have you received any compliments about your appearance today? Nope.

Have you ever written a song or poem for someone special? Nope.

Have you ever had an argument with the last person you text messaged? Yes.

What colour is your shampoo bottle? Red.

Are you attracted to the last person you Facebook messaged? Uh, no, she’s my aunt.

Do you have any ice-cream in your freezer? What flavour is it? Yeah, Funfetti.

Have you spoken to any of your neighbours today? Nope. We don’t talk with the exception of a “hey” now and then.

[captain-tch]

All That I Can Give

summary: kiko is a struggling business owner, who gets thrown into the chaos of the borderlands. when she makes a mistake that will threaten her life, she learns just how far she will go to keep herself alive. 

TW: DEATH, SUICIDE, MENTAL HEALTH, TOXIC RELATIONSHIPS

chapter 1: damned by ares

The heavy bass thrummed in Kiko’s ears, her fingers absentmindedly flipping through the pages of an aged magazine. She skimmed over the content, eyes jumping over images of celebrities and advice articles that made her want to laugh. One in particular made a chuckle bubble up in the back of her throat - 5 ways to achieve success as a modern woman. 

Kiko glanced up at the deserted shop. The instruments were gathering dust. The vinyl's were begging to be flipped through. Rows upon rows of CDs screamed out to be picked up and taken away from the lonely misery they were currently trapped in. The stage area she had set up in the back was pitiful, the instruments begging to be played and to create melodies long forgotten. 

She had poured over the words of that article so many times. She set up a social media page, advertising music lessons. She paid for posters to be designed and hung up in local shop windows. She tried to make the shop as ‘edgy’ as she could, inviting the younger generation to come and indulge in the atmosphere. And still, Kiko swore she could see tumbleweeds blowing throughout the shop. 

Yeah. 5 ways to achieve success her ass. 

A loud slam shook the walls. Instinctively, Kiko reached for a pair of scissors beneath the counter, gripping them so hard she felt the blood stop circulating there. Her heart pounded as she expected an intruder to thunder their way into her shop. 

Instead, the noise belonged to a lanky man, with sharp features and a cap rested on his head. “Kiko!” 

She let the scissors fall out of her hands. Her brother Riku always knew how to make an entrance. 

Poisonous words were about to spit past her lips. How could he be so careless, to just slam the door open like that? What if he damaged it, what if he’d hit the glass cabinet behind it? Just as she was about to berate him, another figure stepped behind him. 

Her fist tightened around the scissors. 

“Kiko, always a pleasure.” The man’s voice was smooth. If she hadn’t had so many ill encounters with him she would have almost swooned. His velvety voice, coupled with a pair of intense brown eyes and muscular figure made her almost believe that he was blessed by Aphrodite herself. She knew the reality though - he was damned by Ares. 

Kiko forced a smile on her face. “Ryuk. What an unpleasant surprise.” 

“I was just in the neighbourhood, thought I would pass by. My niece is thinking of learning the guitar.” Ryuk moved further into the shop, his hands running over the rack of CD’s. Each step Ryuk made, Riku slid further back into the shop, until he was cowering behind his sister. 

“It is a beautiful instrument.” 

Kiko’s hawk eyed gaze followed Ryuk. He prowled the shelves, hand drifting to his pocket. “I’ve never seen the purpose of music myself. Why create when you can destroy?” 

Riku trembled behind Kiko. She reached a careful hand behind her, feeling her little brother squeeze it. “I tried to warn you,” her brother whispered. “I’m sorry.” 

She sighed. As much as she could try to run from this, she was tired. Her muscles were weary and her mind constantly haunted by what could happen next. She wanted it to end. It was going to end today, even if she didn’t get to see tomorrow. 

“Cut the crap. You’re not here for your niece, and this certainly isn’t a friendly visit. Get what you want and leave.” 

Ryuk tutted. “My, my. You are a feisty one, aren’t you?” 

Kiko stared venomously back. 

He chuckled this time. The hand resting on the inside of his jacket now was withdrawn, a long blade shining in the light. Kiko swallowed. “You see, we’re tired of waiting. My boss, he is a patient man. He understands times are hard - your dad left you with a dying business and mountains of debt. But he grows bored. He wants his yen. Now.” 

The only thing keeping Kiko anchored to reality was the tight grip of her brother squeezing her hand. She hoped he couldn’t feel her racing heart under the skin, or the sweat slowly building. She knew it would come to something like this eventually; she never wanted it to be in front of her brother. He already had lost too much. 

“I have nothing.”

These weren’t the words Ryuk wanted to hear. From the way he was twirling the blade, she believed that he knew this was going to be her answer. “Oh, naïve Kiko, there’s always something to give.” 

Before she could even comprehend what was happening, Ryuk rushed forward, snatching at her body. She didn’t have time to think as she plunged the scissors into his shoulder. He shrieked, stepping backwards and staring down at the stationary lodged in his skin. Kiko didn’t give herself chance to look at it. She snatched her brother from the ground, pushing him from behind her and sending him towards the door. He stumbled through the gap and disappeared into the streets. 

Kiko was on his tail. Her legs pushed her forwards and she reached the doorway. Her body was yanked backwards. She was sent sprawling to the ground. Stars spread across her vision, eyes unfocused as Ryuk stalked closer to her. 

She scrambled backwards, knocking over a rack of CD’s. They scattered to the ground, her palms biting into the plastic as she tried to shimmy over them. 

“Want to know what you can give me, Kiko?” 

Her mind raced with all of the atrocities he would do to her. How he would shower her body in sin and pain and agony, making her beg for the sweet release of death. She tried not to ponder on how he could break her mind, her body, and her soul. 

“You can give me your life.” 

A shiver was sent down her spine. She didn’t want to think of how he would kill her. Of how he would draw it out and make her pay, all because of some fucking yen. God, it seemed so trivial now. Kiko did know one thing for sure - she wasn’t going to die today. 

Her back hit the stage. 

Pouncing to her feet, she snatched up a guitar. Ryuk moved in closer, his blade gleaming and screaming for her blood. 

Letting out an animalistic screech, she swung the guitar as hard as she could. The wood fractured, knocking Ryuk back enough seconds for her to sprint to the entrance, bursting out into the street. 

Only to be met with silence. 

Her steps faltered. Heart pounding in her chest, she spun around, eyes darting in all directions for the slightest sign of life. No revs of a car engine, or the frantic footfall of the public going about their day. 

And no Ryuk. 

“Hello?” 

Nothing answered her call. 

[wild-aloof-rebel]

Back in December, I took a pause on doing these round-ups all the way through the end of S6, so I want to go back today and highlight some of the fics I particularly enjoyed during that time period. This isn’t going to be everything I would recommend from that time period because the list would be obnoxiously long, so this is just some of it. (My masterlist is fully up to date and includes everything else that isn’t going to fit in this post.) 

Since I’m doing this list today instead of recs from the first half of June, all those fics will be included in one big June round-up at the end of the month.

1 - 3k words

All-Natural Care, Locally Sourced by Siria (rated T) In which care packages are given and received. Set after 5.11. 

Breakfast Can Wait by schittposting (rated E) Patrick's making pancakes for breakfast. David has other ideas.

A Face Mask by WellSchitt (rated G) “I want to look good for the wedding,” Patrick blurted out, then cringed. “I mean. Uh. I want David to think I look good.” “Ew, Patrick.” He rolled his eyes and plowed ahead. “But I'm not good at stuff like this. I mean, I have a moisturizer now, and conditioner. But I still don't do much, uh, grooming." "No, I know," Alexis said, matter of fact.

i fell in love (next to you) by patrickbrewer *Alexis/Stevie* (rated G) She’s a constant juxtaposition, a clash of bold personality and silky touch. Stevie is so terrifyingly in love with her. 

A Little Twitchy by modern_leper (Not rated) Patrick asks for Stevie's blessing to marry David, and it's only slight less nerve wracking than actually proposing to David 

Salve by agreatwave (rated T) “This is ruining our romantic eye cream ritual,” David mopes. “What, this isn’t romantic?” Patrick teases, moving on to David’s forehead. “It’s kind of romantic, I guess,” David grumbles. “Like as romantic as a rash can get.”

3- 5k words

It’s Coming on Christmas by MadAlien (rated T) David and Patrick choose and decorate their Christmas Tree

Kit Kat Girl Number One by unfolded73 *Twyla/OFC* (rated T) The story of the Schitt's Creek production of Cabaret told from the point-of-view of Kit Kat Girl Number One.

A Little Bit by returntosaturn (rated G) While packing, Alexis finds the DVD copy of her limited reality series, A Little Bit Alexis. A watch party ensues.

Mixtape by sunlightsymphony (rated T) For their second monthiversary, Patrick gives David a mix CD.

Taking Inventory by GCLane (rated T) “Shana tovah,” David remarks, turning off his phone’s screen and looking at Patrick. “I’m sorry? ”“It basically means ‘happy new year,’ except Jews don’t believe in happiness, so it’s really more about goodness? A good year.” “Say it again.”

5 - 10k words

A Case of You by DoubleL27 (rated T) Five times Patrick gives David an utterly ridiculous gift for Valentine's Day and one time David does something really romantic

Given Unsought by odofidi (rated G) When David gets sick, it occurs to Patrick that he's never seen David ill before.

In the Temple of Artemis by MoreHuman *Stevie-centric* (rated T) Of course she’s still in love with him. That part’s not a mystery. She got over it, she’d had to get over it, but no one falls in love with David Rose and falls back out again. Stevie’s pretty sure there’s only one other person who’s ever done it, and she knows he would agree.

Looking for Light on the Floor by nameless_bliss (rated T) After the barbecue, Alexis visits Rose Apothecary.

Odd Man Rush by samwahmbam (rated M) After the game, David intercepted Patrick on Patrick’s way back to the locker room. Stevie snapped photos as Patrick pulled David into a kiss. He held onto his stick in one hand, the wood precariously close to knocking David in the head, and the other pulled David into him by the ass, the glove lost in the blue and white of the jersey David was wearing, the name “BREWER” stamped loud and proud on his back. Or, David is a hockey BF.

one hundred micrograms by thingswithwings (rated E) It’s great; it’s wonderful. It’s great that David’s feeling so much better, just from that tiny pill once a day. But there’s a side effect that makes―that Patrick―there’s a side effect.

Tea-Kettle Love by ArabellaStrange (rated G) Patrick thinks about New York. How do you plan to be unhappy? How can you avoid it?

Time After Time by Sholio (rated T) Stevie and David get married on a whim during a time loop. It would really be a shame if the loop ended at that point, wouldn't it?

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All The Roads We Have To Walk by MeadowHarvest (rated T) "I wonder what would've happened if we'd met in high school?" Patrick Brewer is ready to conquer the summer of 1999 at Camp Cedar Glade. He's in for a surprise, though, in the form of one David Rose.

All the Songs I Sing Are About You by missgeevious (rated E) “Does that mean you’re open to entertaining my offer?” And David can’t help himself, he leers at Patrick just a little bit when he says it. Patrick blushes and laughs, “Okay, David. Let’s write a song together.” Inspired by the movie Music & Lyrics.

The Best Man by barelypink (rated T) David is the best man at Patrick and Rachel's wedding.

A Fabrication of Appeal by saekokato (rated T) David was gifted a vacation from Wendy as part of his separation package. Patrick was going on the honeymoon-that-wasn't on Rachel's insistence. Neither of them knew what a little harmless flirting at the airport would lead to, but vacations were for adventures, right? It had nothing to do with the free upgrades or how attractive their 'husband' happened to be. Right? Right.

He Sees You by Distractivate (rated E) Patrick gets glasses and thinks about identity. David helps.

if not for you by goingmywaydoll (rated T) On a Wednesday he breaks up with Rachel. The next Tuesday, he leaves on a road trip with David.

maybe if by magic by earlylight (rated T) Some people bring in consultants to help get their new business off the ground. David Rose, entirely by accident (or so he claims) gets a fairy.

Pot o’ Gold by ahurston (rated E) The love story of a leprechaun and the guy who bought his magic rings. 

Romantically In Business by sullymygoodname (rated E) Starting something new, something you've never done before, can be daunting. It helps to find the right partner.

sustineo by rockinhamburger (rated E) An alternate universe where David is a famous, reclusive modern contemporary artist and Patrick is the art critic who is interviewing him about his new exhibition.

they paved paradise by blueink3 (rated T) Patrick wakes up five years in the past. He reacts accordingly.

Une très bonne table dans sa catégorie by cromarty (rated T) Patrick is a Michelin Guide reviewer and David is a Toronto chef hoping for the first Michelin star awarded in Canada.

wait for a slow song by wardo_wedidit (rated E) David and Patrick break up, learn to be business partners, date other people, learn to be friends, grow up, and get back together.

We Could Turn the World to Gold by middyblue (rated T) Nine weeks of following Patrick's c25k running app, picking up from where the Season 5 finale left off.

[chill-that-ur-inmyhead]

Are you currently wearing anything red?

my red nail polish

Have you had a deep conversation with anyone today?

nope

What would you say is the most disgusting thing you’ve ever tasted?

not a fan of christmas pudding but would I say its the most disgusting thing ever? hmmm probs not maybe I need to try more foods and get back to you

What was the last food you got a random craving for?

toast, but that is a daily occurrence

Has anyone/anything made you angry recently?

yes.... I arranged to stay with my friend for a weekend to which she announces that she has also arranged for another one of her friends to stay. So instead of telling her friend that she’s busy, this friend is gonna crash and it made me angry because I wanted to spend the weekend with her, I don’t mind meeting her friends but now they’re gonna be there 24/7. I made my peace with it now

Who did you last go to the cinema with?

probs the same friend mentioned above haha

What was the last song that got stuck in your head?

Little Big Town - Better Man

When was the last time you listened to it?

the other day

Who was the last person to say something thought-provoking?

my friend questioned our group if we think we’re fat phobic so we had an open discussion about it and it got us thinking

On your Facebook friends list, who was the last person to have their b-day?

who knows

How old were they?

probs 22 or 23

What did you/are you having for dinner tonight?

I had steak, yum

Is your best friend in a relationship?

I have a few close friends, some are dating and some aren’t, tis a mixture

How old were you 5 years ago?

17

What is something you enjoy doing, but aren’t good at?

dancing, hehe

Who was the last person you talked to, whose name started with ‘C’?

probs Cara :)

What colour are that person’s eyes?

brown

Name some healthy foods that you enjoy eating.

CUCUMBER FOREVER

What is your favourite Studio Ghibli film?

hmm haven’t seen many Studio Ghibli films but Howl’s Moving Castle was a rollercoaster, note to self: watch more Studio Ghibli creations

Do you have a favourite hair accessory? What does it look like?

yes and no, I love using sunglasses or normal glasses to push my hair back so its both a hair accessory and isn’t

What’s your favourite type of insect?

one that leaves me alone

What’s your LEAST favourite type of insect?

slugs

Who was the last person you Facebook messaged?

Laura!

What’s his/her favourite food?

I do not know haha

Did you have a good day yesterday? What did you do?

hmmm it was a stressful day, my dad and brother were driving up to join us for my grandad’s 90th over the weekend but they broke down on the M1 and took the car back to home in a lorry. mum was stressed and I was sad that we wouldn’t have use of our car to travel back in 

When was the last time you went to a fancy dress party?

have I ever? maybe when I was like 10

Who/what did you dress as?

witch?

What genre was the last film you watched? Did you like it?

FANTASY - I re watched Narnia Prince Caspian and oh wow 

Have you made a sandwich today? What did you put on it?

nope I had a salad

Do you remember the last time you overheard part of a random conversation?

nope, I do like to eavesdrop but can never remember what I hear

Did it make you feel awkward?

nah, I doubt it

What were you doing at 10 o'clock this morning?

showering

How many vowels are there in your first name?

3

What was the last song you listened to? Does it mean anything to you?

Taylor Swift - right where you left me. It reminds me of my last relationship and it’s literally just ONE moment it reminds me of because the song is about the narrator being left at the restaurant and I can just vividly see the moment when my partner and I went for korean bbq. He didn’t leave me at the restaurant and I don’t know why the song would remind me of that moment besides it being at a restaurant. Crazy how taylor works her magic

What flavour was the last cupcake you ate?

tomorrow evening I’ll be able to tell you because we have cupcakes for my Grandad’s 90th :)

When was the last time you complimented a stranger?

in a pandemic? pfffttt hardly spoken to anyone let alone a stranger

What’s your favourite milkshake flavour?

nutella and oreo

Have you had an interesting or amusing dream recently?

nope they’re all stressful and weird

Do you know how old your favourite actor is?

27

Is there anything worrying you right now?

yes

If so, have you talked to anyone about it?

I want to but I just can’t bring myself to

Is there anything you desperately want, that you can’t have?

bread

When will you next see your best friend?

a couple weeks time but we keep in touch every day

Apart from sleeping, what do you plan to do tonight?

read

What’s the age difference between your parents?

5 years

You can only have one flavour of ice-cream for the rest of your life. Which do you choose?

chocolate always

Are there any foods you’ve been craving, or eating a lot of, just recently?

I always crave yoghurt so situation normal there

When was the last time you wanted to do something, but didn’t do it?

I wanted to drive my dad and brother back from the station

Why did you choose not to do it?

I knew it would cause a fight with my mum so I let it go

When was the last time you ate an apple?

within the last week for sure

What’s the nicest thing your best friend has ever said to you?

it’s not something they say once it’s more that they keep coming back to say more nice things :)

Have you ever experienced a hangover?

yep

What was the last food or drink that you tried for the first time?

blood orange gin

Did you like it?

yes

What do your friends think of the person you’re currently interested in?

I’m not interested in anyone rn

Name one of your favourite foods, that starts with the letter ’S’

sausage!!!!

The last time you hung out with your sibling(s), what did you do?

waited for my parents in the car whilst our parents went food shopping

Who was the last blue-eyed person you spoke to?

padre

Is there a person you’d like to speak to right now?

I hope to get a response from Rena soon but I can wait

Why that person, specifically?

She has organised a party and I need more details haha

When you woke up this morning, what was on your mind?

It is spider season :/

At this moment, what are you most looking forward to?

CAKE (for my grandad’s 90th bday) and ofc seeing the extended family

Do you have any scented candles in your home? What scent(s)?

I do, sea salt, bergamot & another one from & other stories

Are you planning any special outings with family or friends?

YES my grandad’s bday dinner is tomorrow

Who were the last 3 males you talked to?

my padra, mon frere and Yao

Do you ever wear lipstick? What colour(s) do you prefer?

either nudes or deep reds, difficult to not look like a clown in the latter, that is always the fear

If you have a pet, when did you last pet him/her?

I don’t :(

Do you have a favourite Celine Dion song?

nope

Name one of your favourite foods, that starts with the letter ‘C’

chicken!

Does the person you love/like have a car? What colour is it?

I’m sure Timothee Chalamet does not sure what colour

Have you ever received a compliment on anything you’re wearing?

yes

Have you had any caffeinated beverages today?

nope

What was the last alcoholic drink you tried for the first time?

blood orange gin 

Did you like it?

yes

Have you eaten any chocolate today? What kind?

so much

The last person you kissed - are they older or younger than you?

older

When was the last time someone wanted you to do something, and you refused?

mum wanted me to not have so much smoothie but I wanted the smoothie haha

What’s your favourite feature of the person you’re currently interested in?

nobody right now but I always notice a nice smile and kind eyes

How many people have you hugged today?

loads! twas my grandad’s 90th bday - we had the whole family come to celebrate

Do you have a favourite hair colour or eye colour on your preferred sex?

I don’t

Do you remember the first CD you ever bought?

it was probably taylor swift’s 1989 album. If it was the first CD I ever bought I dont know but I sure remember buying multiple copies of 1989 to get the polaroid collection

Is there anyone on your mind atm?

not in particular

The last song you listened to - does it remind you of anyone?

nope

Is your birth year an odd or even number?

odd

Have you eaten any of your favourite foods today?

CAKE!

What did you have for lunch yesterday?

fish finger salad!! I hope I’m never too old for fish fingers

Who was the last person you Facebook messaged?

Laura

How many different towns/cities have you lived in?

4

What are your parents’ middle names?

Steven & Anne

Are your eyes the same colour as your sibling’s?

nope

How many pets do you have? Would you like any more?

I don’t have any! we used to have bunnies and I would love some more again

Do you prefer still or sparkling drinks?

depends on the mood

Is there a song you can’t stop listening to atm?

Little Big Town’s Better Man is on repeat rn

Did you have a strange or interesting dream last night?

nope

Which friend do you confide in most?

I kinda tell the world my problems hehe

Who was the first male you talked to today? What colour are his eyes?

either my dad or brother, dad has blue eyes, brother has brown

Are you wearing any accessories in your hair? Describe them.

nope

When was the last time you felt ill? What was wrong?

I caught this WEIRD bug that would just make me feel awful all of a sudden and then drained my energy. It was unlike anything I’ve ever felt it made me miss the normal cold

If given the chance, would you change anything that’s happened today?

the food came later than expected so I would change how much breakfast I had

Who was your first best friend? Do you still speak to that person?

nope

Do you like your middle name, or does it embarrass you?

It fits my name

Are you wearing anything that was given to you as a gift?

nope

Have you received any compliments about your appearance today?

yes! my auntie said I looked like a doll and how much I’ve grown since we last saw each other!

Have you ever written a song or poem for someone special?

nope

Have you ever had an argument with the last person you text messaged?

probably

What colour is your shampoo bottle?

pink

Are you attracted to the last person you Facebook messaged?

she is wonderful but I am not attracted to her in that way haha

Do you have any ice-cream in your freezer? What flavour is it?

chocolate & raspberry 

Have you spoken to any of your neighbours today?

nope

[adenei]

The Mixtape Mishap - Chapter 5

Party Preparations

Hermione ran down the stairs and into Ginny’s room, shutting the door before returning to the corner she’d made herself comfortable in earlier to let the rest of her tears fall. Sure, she got her CD back, but at what cost? She and Ron were nowhere closer to reconciling, even if he had broken up with Lavender. 

There was a gentle knock on the door as Ginny entered. All Hermione wanted was to be alone, but she couldn’t ask Ginny to leave her own room so Hermione could wallow in her own sadness. 

“Hermione, I’m really sorry about everything,” Ginny said to her as she sat on her bed. Ginny wasn’t sure if it was good or bad that Hermione wasn’t speaking, but she knew she needed to apologize. “I was so mad that night when Ron caught Dean and I, and I wasn’t thinking. It was a stupid sibling row, and I know I shouldn’t have told him what you told me in confidence. And what’s worse is I made it out to be more than it was, and I am sorry. I was really hoping it’d knock some sense in him, but it didn’t. 

“And I know I should be sorry about giving him that CD, but I’m not because it made him see sense and break up with Lavender. The prat sent it to her on Christmas, pretty sure it was after he’d had time with the music. She sent him a howler at breakfast the other day. We could all hear it even though he ran upstairs to try to get away from us,” she chuckled at the memory, but then became serious again. “Is there anything I can do to help make this right?”

Hermione sat in silence, letting Ginny’s words process around her. She was thankful for the apology, but it still didn’t take away all the hurt and pain that she and Ron continued to cause each other. “I don’t know if there’s anything you can do. We can never seem to get anything right. Maybe he’s better off without me, friend or more than.”

“You can’t be serious! Hermione, he broke up with Lavender because he read that paper and realized what it meant! On his own!” Ginny said in frustration with her.

Hermione ignored her. “Ginny, I never actually asked him to Slughorn’s party. Ron was right. I only suggested that I wanted to ask him, and he said he’d like that. I took it for a yes and didn’t give it a second thought! It’s so humiliating. Here I was making him out to be the bad guy, but it was all a misunderstanding. I set those canaries on him because I was so hurt that he’d promised me one thing and then ran off with her, but none of that’s true. I’m such a fool!”

“Maybe you should tell him that,” Ginny said matter of factly.

“How? I’ve already made a gigantic fool of myself. If he ever did fancy me, there’s no way he could now. He probably thinks I’m crazy.” Hermione shook her head as she covered her face in her hands.

“So you mean to tell me you’re just going to ignore him for the next five days? Hermione, that’s ridiculous and you know it, especially considering the festivities the twins are planning for tonight. There’s no way they’ll let you stay holed up in my room.” Hermione shrugged as Ginny pressed on. “I’ll tell you what. You’re going to go have a shower, and wash those tears away. You’re done feeling sorry for yourself. You both made mistakes, and it’s time to own them and move on. Otherwise, there’s no hope for any happily ever after for either of you!”

Hermione stared at her. “You- you can’t honestly tell me what to do!” She was not used to this tough love attitude. 

“Hermione, I know you’re an only child, but this is what having a sister’s like. Half this mess is my fault and I’m determined to help you fix it.”

“There’s no chance I’m going to talk you out of this, is there.”

“Nope. Not at all,” Ginny said with a triumphant smile. 

“Fine,” Hermione said as she got up and gathered her things to head to the bathroom. “I’m still mad at you for blabbing and embellishing, though.”

“Good, I deserve it, now go! I’ll get things set up in here.” Ginny said with a smile.

“For what? Or am I not allowed to ask.” Hermione eyed her cautiously.

“We’re going to tap into our inner feminine side and play makeover!” Ginny said as she held up the newest copy of Witch Weekly.

* * *

It was mid afternoon and Ron could hear the faint thumping of music coming undoubtedly from Ginny’s room below. The girls had been holed up there since Hermione left Ron’s room that morning. She didn’t even appear for lunch because Ginny made a quick run to get sandwiches and bring them back up to her room.

Ron had tried everything to distract him. He and Harry helped his mum with chores, they’d played chess, he even tried to catch up on schoolwork. Now, Ron was laying on his bed staring up at the ceiling and trying to figure out what to do next. 

“Everything alright, mate?” Harry asked from his own camp bed that had a smattering of textbooks spread out on top of it. He’d gone along with whatever Ron had wanted to do so far today in hopes of keeping his spirits up. Harry had promised Ginny he’d at least try to talk to him about it.

“What? Oh, yeah, sure,” Ron said rather dejectedly.

“Doesn’t sound like it,” Harry said as he pretended to be busy with one of his textbooks.

“Why do girls have to be so complicated?” Ron blurted.

Harry chuckled. “I’ve been asking myself the same question since fourth year. You know I don’t have the answer to that one.”

“Oh please, you can have any girl you want,” Ron said.

Except I can’t, thought Harry, who was now thinking of Ginny again. “I don’t think that’d make anything easier. Look at the whole Lavender situation..” Harry planted the seed that would hopefully get Ron to continue.

“Isn’t that why I’m in this mess in the first place? That and Ginny and that stupid row.”

“Okay...but... now you’re shot of Lavender. What are you going to do about Hermione?”

“If I had an answer would I really be lying here staring at the ceiling doing nothing?” Ron asked incredulously. Harry just stared at him, waiting expectantly for him to go on. “Just when I think we might be getting somewhere she walks out. Didn’t say a single thing. So much for ‘being honest’. A lot of good that did me.” Ron sat up on the bed and rested his arms on his knees as he sat back against the wall.

“What exactly did you tell her?” Harry asked.

“She brought up inviting me to Slughorn’s party, and I told her she never actually asked me. Hey, you were in class, too! Tell me I’m remembering that correctly,” Ron pleaded.

Harry thought back to the day and remembered he was trying so hard to not pay attention, but was also trying to get their attention to snap them out of it. “Uh, yeah, she only said she was thinking of inviting you, if you were interested. And you said you were. Maybe she’s just upset she read the conversation wrong? No offense, but you two tend to do that a lot with each other.”

“So...she could just be embarrassed and not actually mad?” Ron thought out loud. 

“Probably.”

“Think she’ll ever leave Ginny’s room so I can actually talk to her again?” Ron asked as his door burst open and the twins walked in. “Oi! Ever heard of knocking?” he yelled at them.

“Such a rude welcome from our little brother, don’t you think, George?” Fred said.

“I’d say so, considering we’ve come to give them information about the festivities we’ve planned for tonight,” George responded.

Ron rolled his eyes as Harry said, “What exactly have you got planned. I wasn’t aware New Year’s Eve was a special occasion.”

“Ah, but that it is, Harry! At least, that’s what our research in the muggle world is suggesting, so we’ve decided to try a few things here at home this year to hopefully use to develop a party supply subset of the wheezes products,” explained George.

“Interesting,” Harry said.

“Did you know that the muggles all around the world gather in popular destinations and party in the streets all night long to ring in the new year? It’s helped us come up with our own ideas that we’re using tonight,” Fred told them.

“Like what?” asked Ron.

“Oh, you’ll see!” Fred said excitedly.

“Wait, you’re not going to give your test subjects any information? That’s not how you did product testing with the first years at Hogwarts,” Harry said.

“None of these products are meant to cause illness or hurt anyone, Harry. Good observation, though! These are all just simple party supplies and favors to enhance the experience with a bit of magical flair.” George said.

“If you’re not going to tell us what you’ve got planned, then why are you here?” Ron was starting to get annoyed.

“Patience, Ronniekins, patience!” Fred told him. “We’re here to make sure you’re showered and well dressed for tonight.”

“Ah, yes, that’s the other piece of information we learned about muggle New Year’s parties. They like to dress up for these sorts of things,” George said.

“But our dress robes are at school,” Ron said.

“Not dress robes, Ron! Muggle clothes. And you’re in luck because Fred and I have brought you and Harry outfits for tonight. Slacks and button downs with ties,” George handed him and Harry the bags that were in his hands.

Ron looked at him skeptically. “Don’t worry, Ronnie, they’re quite normal. We haven’t done anything to them, but keep the attitude up and we will,” Fred warned.

“Er, right, thanks,” Harry interjected.

“Well, we better be off Fred,” George turned to his twin. “We’ve got to finish preparing downstairs. See you lot at dinner. Party starts at 8!” Fred and George left the room as swiftly as they’d entered.

“There you go,” said Harry to Ron. “I’m sure Hermione will have to make an appearance downstairs tonight if she doesn’t show for dinner. Please promise you’ll smooth things over somehow. I’m sick of you two fighting.”

“Sure, mate, I’ll do my best,” Ron said, if she gives me the chance to talk and doesn’t run away again.

* * *

Hermione and Ginny had spent all afternoon dancing and trying different styles out on each other’s hair. They were currently laying on Ginny’s bed browsing through different magazines while eating the dinner Ginny had snuck up once again from the kitchen. Thank goodness the twins had distracted Mrs. Weasley so Ginny was able to get away with it.

There was a knock at the door and Fleur walked in. “I ‘ave brought the dresses you are supposed to wear for tonight,” she said as she hung up two garment bags on Ginny’s armoire.

Hermione looked at Ginny. “We have to dress up?”

“Oh, yeah, the twins mentioned something about partying like the muggles to help test out some new products they made. They wanted all of us to dress up and look like we were going out even though we have to stay in.” Ginny explained to Hermione.

“It ees an interesting concept if you ask me,” said Fleur, “but I quite like what zey ‘ave picked out for us.”

“So is that what all the hairstyles were for earlier?” Hermione asked, thinking how Ginny had finally decided on a loose bun fastened at the nape of her neck, her hair in a deep part at her crown to give it a more elegant look. Hermione played with her own curls, which were softer and more tame than normal. Ginny had pulled Hermione’s hair into a side ponytail that rested over her right shoulder, with loose tendrils framing her face.

“Yes! To go along with our dresses,” Ginny smiled. “Mine’s sleeveless with a deep ‘V’ in the front and back, so that’s why the bun works.” Hermione nodded in understanding.

“Would you girls like help wiz your makeup?” Fleur asked.

Ginny, who had warmed up to Fleur considerably since the summer, immediately said, “Oh, yes please! Would you mind?” as Hermione gave a small shrug in defeat, and figured it might be fun to have an occasion to dress up. At least Ron would actually get to see her all done up this time. It was still alright to want to look good and show off, even if she was partially scared to come face to face to him after this morning, right?

Fleur went to grab her supplies and set to work on the girls when she returned. Hermione held up the mirror to examine Fleur’s work once she had finished. She was stunned looking at her own reflection. Fleur had a brilliant knack for applying the perfect amount of product that highlighted all the right features, but still looked natural. Hermione’s chestnut colored skin was flawless, and her eyes popped from the black eyeliner and mascara under the shimmery golden shadow. Her cheeks were brushed with a soft mauve color, and her lips were painted with a color similar to the blush Fleur had used on her cheeks. Nothing looked out of place.

“Hermione, you look gorgeous!” Ginny said as Fleur was working on her next. “I think it’s time you put your dress on!”

“It eez the red one,” Fleur added. Hermione walked over and unzipped both garment bags, to find a beautiful shimmery one shoulder dress the color of a deep red wine. She quickly changed into it, and did a glamour charm so her bra strap wouldn’t show. Her strapless was still at school along with the dress she’d worn to Slughorn’s party. Hermione found herself tugging at the bottom of the dress which fell at mid thigh, a little too short for her liking. Her hair fell perfectly over her bare shoulder, and she almost didn’t recognize the person staring back at her in the floor length mirror.

“If my brother doesn’t come to his senses tonight, I don’t know what I’ll do,” Ginny said as Fleur put the finishing touches on Ginny’s face.

“Oh honestly, Ginny.” Hermione said as she’d finally given up with trying to make the dress length cover more of her legs. Ginny got up to put on her shimmery emerald colored dress that matched her creamy complexion and red hair perfectly. “It’s a shame Dean isn’t here to see you, too! Fleur, thank you so much!”

“It wuz no problem. Now, I need to go get changed. I will meet you ladies back here before we make our grand entrance?” Ginny and Hermione nodded eagerly.

Ginny continued to admire herself in the dress as Hermione stepped into the nude heels that were in the bag for her. “I’m not so sure anymore about Dean, to be honest,” she said nonchalantly.

“What do you mean? You both seemed alright at Slughorn’s party,” Hermione looked concerned.

“I’m not sure. It’s been fun, but I just don’t see it going anywhere long term.”

“Is this about what I think it is?” Hermione cocked an eyebrow at Ginny.

“What? No, of course not! I’m over him..” Ginny said as she bit her lower lip, her tell tale sign that she was lying.

“Ginny!” Hermione hissed. “You still have feelings for Harry, don’t you?”

“SHHH! Hermione, not so loud!” Ginny said as Hermione waited for her to continue. “He’s just been so different lately, in a good way! Like, he notices me more for me, and not just as Ron’s little sister. I can’t explain it, but something’s different and it just- it’s giving me hope.”

“And you’re hoping you in that dress might get you some answers tonight?” Hermione asked as Ginny gave an innocent smile.

“We’re meant to have fun tonight! And stop turning the tables onto me. Tonight’s mission is to get things sorted with you and Ron. No more distractions!”

Hermione rolled her eyes as Fleur reappeared. “Ready, ladies?” It was time for the big reveal.

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𝒊𝒏𝒕𝒓𝒐𝒅𝒖𝒄𝒊𝒏𝒈 : 𝒂𝒓𝒄𝒉𝒊𝒆 𝒎𝒄𝒎𝒊𝒍𝒍𝒂𝒏 !

[ alex fitzalan,  he/him,  24 ] did you see ARCHIE MCMILLAN ? looking as broke as ever. rumor has it HE is usually IMPULSIVE and  SELF INVOLVED but is also known to be INDEPENDENT and CHARISMATIC. we’ll see about that. they kind of remind me of damp   asphalt   after   a   summer   storm ,  coming   to   a   screeching   halt,  and using   duct   tape   for   all   problems . maybe because they’re a PISCES. they’ve been living around here for 1 MONTH. i wonder when they’ll make it out… [ em, 23, she/her, pst ]

hellooooo fellas !! if you would like to plot out any connections pls feel free to hit me up either on here or discord <3 I am down to clown lkjslf 

i . STATS .

full   name   :   archie  mcmillan  .

nickname   :   archie   , arch .

birthdate   :   march   1st  . 

age   :   twenty   -  four.

pronouns   :   he   /   him   .

gender   :   cisgender   male   .

sexuality   :   bisexual    *   leans   more   toward   female   /   feminine   .

aesthetics :   damp   asphalt   after   a   summer   storm   ,   coming   to   a   screeching   halt   ,   using   duct   tape   for   all   problems   ,   the   eerie   silence   of   a   graveyard   .

faceclaim   :   alex fitzalan   .

ii   .   BIOGRAPHY   .

he’s in the second grade when he’s first told that his family is poor , and it isn’t until fifth grade that archie begins to understand it himself . with hair long and curly , untamed like ocean waves , and clothing tainted with the stench of second - hand smoke and mildew , his teachers begin to take notice . in sixth grade , his name is called over the intercom and his classmates holler and cackle and point their fingers at him like he’s some sort of animal in a cage , but he manages to get out of the classroom before bursting into tears on his way to the counselor’s office . she sits him down the way your parents sit you down before they tell you awful news , but she tells him she’s only here to help , and if he could just tell her why he wears the clothes he wears and if his house has plumbing and if his parents ever hit him . he speaks , tells her he doesn’t know , yes , and no , but he must have told her something she wanted to hear , because her eyes widen and she tells him to continue . my father , he tells her , chain - smokes cigarettes in the car , in the house , sometimes blows the smoke in my face to make my mother laugh . by eighth grade , his father’s out of the picture , but his clothing still reeks of cigarette smoke and mildew , and though his hair is shorter , it’s greasy and freckled with white flakes . his mother hardly speaks to him, and that would bother him, but , he realizes , she doesn’t speak much at all after his father left .

by high school , he’s learned to shower at friends’ houses and learned to wash his own clothing at laundromats , and though the mildew stench is gone , his clothes now take on a different aroma . cigarettes , cheap beer , weed , and axe body spray . he’s not entirely fond of the smell of body spray , but it’s all he can afford , even after a summer mowing lawns around town . in junior year , he begins to take his schooling more seriously , finds himself immersed in textbooks and novels and documentaries in the late hours of the night . but , by the time second semester rolls around , he’s immersed in something else , someone else , a person who changes his viewpoint on the ideologies of love . her name is bonnie , a bright soul , rich in spirit and in wealth , a person who opens his eyes to the world of luxuries . he’s nineteen when they officially begin dating , a cat and mouse game played throughout the years they spent as friends , and though she’s a few years older , she doesn’t treat him like he’s naive . she’s open to him about everything , about her illness , about her wealth , about her motives . she leaves everything to him after her death , an ending they both saw coming all too well after her years battling cancer . money , a house , a car , a job with her father’s company – if archie’d only take it . he gives the money to a local hospital , sells the house and gives that money to his mother , but he keeps the car because the inside smells like her , smells like warmth and embers and leather and entirely bonnie .

he spends his time now working at the local bookshop now , and if he’s not clocked in , he’s sitting against its shelves rereading bukowski or baldwin , a cup of coffee nestled comfortably between his thighs . he’d gone to college for a semester , but dropped out once he realized he didn’t need a degree in order to get educated , and why should he waste money he doesn’t have to get a degree he probably won’t want ? he thinks often of his father and of bonnie and of his mother , who moved to florida with the house money . of other loves, as well -- more recent ones. a girl who somehow managed to climb into his head without knocking and fix herself in like a map pin. he wonders why people always leave , but perhaps he won’t ever discover the answer to that question , and , sometimes on his darkest days , he thinks the answer might be himself . 

iii   .   DISPOSITION   /   PERSONALITY   .

often gets told by elders that he’s an ‘ old soul ’ , but just thinks that’s a polite way of telling him he’s a bit darker , a bit out of place , especially in comparison to his peers . definitely has a darker sense of humor and oftentimes uses sarcasm and is known to be quite vulgar at times , especially if he’s under the influence . can be relatively meticulous , especially when it comes to reading – takes his time to underline words or phrases , likes writing in the margins . can be somewhat critical of others , and can be quite cynical at times , especially in terms of friendships and relationships . often has to question if feelings are genuine , both his own and other people’s , and definitely has abandonment issues . is both patient and impatient in the sense that he can be patient to see his mother after years of not seeing her , but is impatient that his water is taking too long to boil . is evasive , especially – but not only – when it comes to relationships or questions about himself , but is alluring enough for people to want to know more about him , he supposes . archie’s just … an overall darker personality , really .

iv   .   HEADCANONS   .

1   .   has definitely bought an old television at some point just so he could smash it with a baseball bat . it’s not that he’s fueled by anger or that he’s a generally angry person , because he’s not . it’s just that , sometimes , his emotions become all - consuming .

2   .   enjoys buying vinyls and cd’s and will sometimes put on a record in the middle of the day at the highest volume and just kind of lay on his couch , smoke a couple cigarettes , and listen intently .

3   .   has a wonderful relationships with books and spends a majority of his time reading and underlining and jotting notes down in the margins of books . books are , quite honestly , the only thing that has ever been a constant for him .

4  .   drinks / smokes / drugs : yes , like a chimney , yes .

5   .   is known to make cd mixtapes for people . also playlists on occasion .

6   .   skateboards around town often despite owning a car .

7   .   journals and wanted to attend college for english and creative writing .

8  .   has a complicated relationship with sleep to the point that he either sleeps far too much or far too little .

9   .   favorite book : giovanni’s room , things fall apart , the great gatsby , 1984 .

10   .   favorite song : asleep by the smiths , just like heaven by the cure , arabella by arctic monkeys , let’s dance to joy division by the wombats .

[dialovers-translations]

DIABOLIK LOVERS Para-Selene Vol.11 Tsukinami Carla [TRACK 5]

Original title: 再び奇跡を

Source: Diabolik Lovers Para-Selene Vol. 11 Tsukinami Carla [CD not owned by me]

Audio: Here

Seiyuu: Toshiyuki Morikawa

Translator’s note:  Even though Carla is easily my least favorite Diaboy, this CD was actually pretty nice. Out of all Paraselene CDs I’ve translated so far, I have to give him credit for handling the situation the best. He realizes pretty early on that there is no point in frightening or pushing the MC and even though he didn’t realize that talking about his backstory would be the trigger to restoring her memories, he is generally sweet throughout the whole CD. I did have to spoil myself a little on his backstory but I guess that’s the price to pay when you translate CDs of characters you haven’t played the route of. xD

Track 1 ll Track 2 ll Track 3 ll Track 4 ll Track 5

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TRACK 5: A SECOND MIRACLE 

*Rustle rustle*

*Flip*

“Haah…Just as I feared, there is nothing written inside this book either.”

You frown.

“Why are you making that face? Are you perhaps feeling shame towards how you used to spend your free time?”

You nod. 

“In that case, I suppose you will have to dedicate yourself to reading once we make it back to the normal world.” 

*Thud*

“I suppose my Mother’s diary is the only piece of literature you have previously read. I am fairly sure I alluded to this before, but my Mother contracted Endzeit and passed away during her imprisonment in the dungeon of Banmaden. It appears that she stopped writing in her diary once her symptoms worsened.”

You continue to ask about his Mother. 

“Why are you so interested in her diary? You never even met my Mother in person. As I mentioned before, I cannot imagine that information will help you regain your memories in one way or another.”

You ask once more. 

“Even while seriously ill, my Mother continued to worry about the future of us Founders. That is exactly why she ordered me to do such a thingーー”

You listen carefully. 

“Without my Mother, the race of Founders would have probably gone extinct back then. That is how I feel at present.”

You nod.  

“My Mother entrusted me with her final wish being to kill Giessbach, the almighty King of Founders and my very own Father.”

Your eyes widen in shock. 

“My Father was a respectable ruler. However, at some point, he lost his sanity and was no longer able to make the right decisions as a King. He refused to take action, despite knowing very well about the rapid spread of Endzeit amongst the Founders which would surely lead to the race’s demise. While I hesitated, I eventually decided to grant my Mother’s wish. However, in the process, I too ended up contracting Endzeit.”

You panic.

“Heh. No need to panic. I was miraculously able to overcome this incurable disease known as Endzeit. Thanks to no other but you and your blood.”

You seem surprised. 

“I did not think your blood would have such an effect on me either. For one, I only ever started sucking your blood because in order to use it as a vessel, it had to be cleansed after being tainted by those Vampires. To ensure the continuation of our bloodline, we had to urgently find a woman who was fit to provide Founder offspring. Back then, Shin and I were already the only Founders left and I had also been infected by the disease. 

Your heart is that of a Demon. Furthermore, not just any regular Demon either. It belonged to a woman who inherited the DNA of both the Demon Lord and the Founders. You were the last woman left who could ever meet those conditions. That is exactly why I attempted to make you mine. All to ensure the future of our race. That was the only thing both Shin and I cared for. 

ーー Or at least, that was the plan. However, at some point, you became meaningful to me, far beyond my original intentions. I believe that your special blood might not be the only reason why it succeeded at healing my Endzeit. Despite knowing that I was ill, you never once gave up. No matter how many times I would push you away, you would always choose to return to my side. I assume it was those feelings of yours which brought forth a miracle. They say that love can make a person stronger. That is something I learned from you.”

You look up at him.

“What is the matter?”

You ask Carla to suck your blood again.

“You want me to suck your blood once more…? Why?”

You explain. 

“You want to create…a second miracle? However, we already tested it earlier, did we not? Back then, it did not seem to trigger much of anything. You should still be running somewhat low on blood as well. Do you want to try it out regardless?”

You nod. 

“How many times do I have to repeat to you that you are the one infected by a disease now, and not me? Yet you want to save me? …You truly are a strange woman. …Heh. However, I also believe it does sound like something you would say. ーー Come here.”

*Rustle*

“As you wish, let us put it to the test.”

*Rustle*

“I will start here.”

Carla bites you.

*Sluuuuurp* 

*Gulp gulp*

“Nn…Hah…What is the matter? If the pain is too much for youーー”

You shake your head. 

“Hooh? So you will endure it? In that case, I shall continue. Mmh…”

*Sluuuuurp* 

“Hah…This side is up next.”

*Rustle* 

*Gulp gulp* 

“Hahn…”

*Gulp gulp*

“What do you think? Are you starting to remember anything?”

You want to keep going a little longer. 

“Haah…Heh. Oh well. I suppose that stubbornness is something which defines you as well. I decided I would test out your plan, so I will suck your blood until you are satisfied. Hah..;”

*Sluuuuuurp*

*BZZZZZT*

“What is happening…? I just felt dizzy again…Ugh…Arghー! Kuh…”

You wince in pain as well. 

“You too…!? …Oiーー Move…closer…! Uu…Kuh…Stay close to me…at all costs…”

Carla loses consciousness.

*Thud*

*WOOSH*

*Rustle*

He wakes up again.

*Rustle rustle*

“Hm…Where am I? …My room? Oi, you. Get a griーー... She just sighed in her sleep…Hm. Her complexion is not too bad either. In which case, I shall let her rest until she wakes up by herself.”

*Rustle*

“Nn…Ah. Anyway, I assume the fact we keep on being moved from one place to another is another feature of this illusionary world. Although it might be more logical to assume that it is not us who are physically moving, but the scenery around us which can change instantly based on her memories. …Hm?”

*Rustle*

“This book…It’s from back then. Did I not put it back in place earlier?”

Carla picks up the book.

*Flip*

“...! The pages are not blank!”

*Flip*

“In which case…Could this actually beー!?”

He walks over to the window. 

“The moon is back to normal as well. Does this mean that everything is back to normal?”

You wake up.

*Rustle rustle*

“...! You’ve awakened? How do you feel?”

You tell him that you feel fine.

“Take a look at this. The blank-paged book from earlier has returned to its original state.”

*Rustle*

“I see. So you remembered everything? It seems like the two of us were able to make it out of the illusionary world. Through a second miracle, you have been cured from the disease.” 

He embraces you.

*Rustle*

“Hm…”

You complain that he is hugging you too tight.

“Shut up. Even if it is suffocating, please bear with it for a bit. Right now, I do not intend to let go of you under any circumstances. I was finally able to regain the everyday life I must protect. Mmh…”

*Smooch*

*TIMESKIP*

*Flip*

Carla enters the storage room.

*Thud*

“...Haah. You’re here again? I’ve been looking all around for you.”

You apologize and put the book away.

“As of late, you have been taking your daily reading quite seriously.”

You explain.

“I see. I suppose you are reflecting upon your pastimes after contracting the illness?”

You nod.

“Hmph. Why do you look so uneasy? I am not criticizing you. It is never bad to read a book or two after all. However, I forbid you from remaining cooped up in this storage room for longer than necessary.”

You frown.

“If you wish to read, you can take one of the books with you and read it in my room instead. There is no reason for you to confine yourself to this space, is there?”

You nod. 

“If you understand, then come with me. If notーー”

*Rustle* 

“I will arrest you like this. I simply cannot relax whenever you are not around. You should be within my sight at all times. Understood?”

You nod and smile.

“Heh. Well then, let us get going.”

ーー THE END ーー