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zimithrus · 8 months ago
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It's been two weeks man c'mon
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hahskeleton · 8 months ago
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Can we have some facts about the harpy au?
ask and you shall receive :)
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Table of contents: Favorite things of the harpies - 1st indent Dislikes of the harpies - 2nd indent Eclipse facts - 3rd indent Moon facts - 4th indent Sun facts - 5th indent The Wisp Brothers Facts - 6th indent Y/N Facts - 7th indent AU facts - 8th indent
FAVORITE THINGS:
Eclipse: Fish, daisies, spooky stories, mangoes, woodpeckers, orange, purple, autumn, going for a fly at dusk, pumpkin seeds, y/n, throwing things into lakes (rocks, sticks etc), (more coming soon)
Moon: Bacon and eggs, reading, people watching, scarves, blue, clouds, grapes, plain (no sauce) cooked pasta noodles, stars/astronomy (more coming soon)
Sun: Marigolds, ferrets, pink roses, frogs, butterflies, waterfalls, jelly sandwiches, pumpkin pie, decorate random things, doing harmless pranks, playing his flute (more coming soon)
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DISLIKES:
Eclipse: Frogs, pineapple, scorching hot days, mustard, cruel parents, his Lichtenberg Figure (big scar on his back), lightning storms, (more coming soon)
Moon: Lemons, Eclipse, crying, cats, removing his hat, winter, molting, lightning storms, (more coming soon)
Sun: Flying in bad weather, mushrooms, ruffled feathers, mildly dirty things, Moon’s night terrors, falling, being treated like a kid, (more coming soon)
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Eclipse Facts:
Never liked Olympus
Absolutely HATES frogs for no apparent reason
Thinks his cave gets lonely sometimes
Has been struck by lightning (he’s got a scar now)
Loves storms but is terrified to fly in them
He’s got the groggiest voice in history (or so he claims)
Buries unloved and under-treated children in a field because their parents won’t do it themselves
Taught himself to draw (he’s not super good but… yk…)
He’s around 7.5-8 feet tall
Thinks he’s charming
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Moon Facts
Is fascinated by humans
Would kill/do anything for his brother, Sun
Has never had a love interest
Hates his brother Eclipse (now)
Used to tolerate Eclipse (back then)
Has frequent night terrors causing panic attacks
His freckles glow when flustered
Absolutely hates crying
His favorite food is bacon and eggs
Is allergic to marigolds (just gets the sniffles, nothing too bad)
Used to have has a problem with plucking feathers
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Sun Facts:
His favorite flowers are marigolds but Moon’s allergic to them :(
Loves to play with small animals (squirrels, frogs, butterflies, etc.)
Enjoys foraging
He’s the family cooker (until him and Moon left Eclipse)
Embodiment of anxiety
Good at hiding stress and feelings in general
Smells literally every flower he sees
Stargazing is fun for him
Never had a love interest
Always wanted a cat (Moon said no)
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Wisp Brothers Facts:
They are VERY short boys and they can shrink even smaller
Lunar and Jack’s fire that they have is actually cold, not hot
they get up to a lot of shenanigans together
Lunar can get serious sometimes; Jack has no thoughts behind his eyes
Killed by [ ]
They like to visit the cabin y/n lives in
Lunar hates harpies
Jack doesn’t remember a lot of things including how he died and why Lunar hates harpy!eclipse
Lunar takes good care of Jack
Jack was supposed to be created to protect Lunar and vice versa
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Y/N Facts:
They inherited their grandpa’s cabin in a village (the cabin is in the woods near the village)
uses magic
doesn’t know shit about magic (uses it anyway)
They own a Birman cat named Poncho
mythology nerd
only had one friend in the village and his name is Nathan (all the other folks hate them because they think y/n’s a witch/warlock (Nathan’s fake))
likes harpies
LOVES mangoes for no apparent reason
sort of a crazy introvert/ambivert
likes to get cozy by a fireplace with a book
they have glasses but they never wear them because they think they’re stupid looking
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AU Facts
The AU’s birthday is on April 3rd
Drabbles, AO3 works, art and comics will be posted
There’s a lot of lore
Perhaps I will open a “Talk to the Harpies” event later
there’s a blog: @dca-harpy-au-blog
the creator (me) allows and loves fanart and all other things like that
(more facts coming soon)
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iviarellereads · 10 months ago
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A Wrinkle In Time, Chapter 1 - Mrs Whatsit
(THIS PROJECT IS SPOILER FREE! No spoilers past the chapter you click on. Curious what I'm doing here? Read this post! For the link index for the Time Quintet, read this one! Like what you see? Send me a Ko-Fi.)
In which a small, normal world opens up.
It was a dark and stormy night.(1)
Margaret Murry sits wrapped in an old quilt, shaking. It's not just the weather, that doesn't usually bother her. It's that everything else is wrong with her life, too. She's in the lowest segment of her grade, despite having brilliant parents. She doesn't know how to be around people her own age as they start growing up. And, she got into a fight with some boys on the walk home when they made fun of her "dumb baby brother". Her ten-year-old twin brothers, upon seeing the state of her, told her to leave the fighting to them.
Meg worries that she'll be labeled a delinquent youth, next. She thinks, if only her father… but that's impossible. He's gone, somewhere. Her mother believes he'll come back, but Meg isn't so sure.
The worst is that Meg has no experience hiding her feelings, so anyone can tell everything she's feeling, or at least that's how it feels.(2)
Everybody is asleep except Meg, even Charles Wallace, the baby brother, who has an odd knack of knowing when she's restless and coming to see her. Meg wonders how anyone could sleep after the hurricane warnings all day. She tells the kitten curled up with her to sleep, makes a monster face in the mirror, showing her braces and mussing up her hair,(3) until she hears the dog barking.
Meg knows Fortinbras doesn't ever bark without a good reason, and that there was a "tramp"(4) stealing sheets from clotheslines and possibly looking to cause more trouble now. Sneaking past the bedrooms, thinking about their occupants in turn, Meg makes her way downstairs from her attic bedroom to check. Only, Fort stops barking before she gets down there. Already being near the kitchen, Meg decides to make a cup of hot cocoa to cheer herself up.
Charles Wallace is already waiting for her, with milk and bread and jam at the table, and says he's been waiting for her, and already set some milk to heat. Fort's at his feet, patiently waiting for crumbs.
Meg doesn't know how Charles Wallace always knows what she and her mother need. He isn't attuned to the twin brothers at all. Her father once reassured Meg that Charles Wallace's, and for that matter Meg's, development has to take its own time, but there's nothing wrong with either of them, and neither is lacking in intelligence.(5) He left before Charles Wallace started talking, suddenly, in full sentences, but he would have been so proud.(6)
Charles Wallace tells Meg to check the milk, and she observes that there's twice as much as she needs. He says their mother might want some, too, as she comes around the corner to ask some what. He says cocoa, and offers to make her and Meg sandwiches, as well. They both take him up on that,(7) as Mrs. Murry checks on Meg's bruised face.
The kitchen, her family, and the cocoa have all served to calm Meg's anxiety from the attic, but she's forever feeling overshadowed by her mother's beauty. Her mother asks about the fight, and Meg says she's just "full of bad feeling", because she's always the odd one out. Charles Wallace observes that their mother was probably similarly plain as a child, and Mrs. Murry agrees, she was, and things will sort themselves out in time for Meg, though that's not at all helpful now, she knows.
Charles Wallace says he should talk to Mrs Whatsit about Meg, but when she asks who that is, he uses his new word of the day and says he wants "to be exclusive about her" for now. When Mrs. Murry asks what that name stands for, Charles Wallace says it's just her name, and she lives in the old house in the woods that the kids think is haunted with her two friends. He met them while walking the dog, while the older kids were at school. He knows he shouldn't have left the property, but Fort took off after a squirrel, he couldn't help but run after.
As they discuss the intensity of the storm, Fortinbras growls, and Meg's skin prickles. The dog is staring right at the laboratory, which has a door to outside that the family are discouraged from using. Mrs. Murry goes to see what's out there, even with Meg's warning about the tramp. A few moments later, she returns with a small person so bundled with clothes as to be almost invisible in the pile, though she starts removing layers shortly.
Charles Wallace chides Mrs Whatsit for being out in this weather. She says she was just blown off course, and thought his house might let her rest before continuing. Meg asks how she knew it was his house, and Mrs Whatsit says it was the smell.
Mrs. Murry offers Mrs Whatsit a seat and a sandwich, and somehow she knows they have caviar on hand, but Charles Wallace chides her again, and suggests tunafish instead. When Mrs Whatsit agrees, Meg offers to prepare it, though she's very cross internally about the inconvenience and wonders if Mrs Whatsit is the tramp after all, odd as she is. Mrs Whatsit admits to Charles Wallace about stealing the sheets, and says she knows Mrs. Buncombe could spare them.
Meg cut up some celery and mixed it in with the tuna. After a moment's hesitation she opened the refrigerator door and brought out a jar of little sweet pickles.--Though, why I'm doing it for her I don't know, she thought, as she cut them up.--I don't trust her one bit. "Tell your sister I'm all right," Mrs Whatsit said to Charles. "Tell her my intentions are good." "The road to hell is paved with good intentions," Charles intoned. "My, but isn't he cunning." Mrs Whatsit beamed at him fondly. "It's lucky he has someone to understand him."
Mrs. Murry says that none of the family can keep up with him, but Mrs Whatsit says they're also not stifling him, and that's just as important.
Meg finishes the sandwich and offers it to Mrs Whatsit, who says she needs to take off her boots to get the water out of them first, but that requires help because they're too small. Charles offers, but she says he won't be strong enough. So, Mrs. Murry kneels to help. When the boot comes off, both women are startled, and Mrs Whatsit's chair tips all the way back onto the floor. Mrs. Murry asks if she's alright, but she says it's just her dignity sprained, and it might help to take the other boot while she's down.
Oddly, as soon as the other boot is off and emptied into the sink, Mrs Whatsit says she's warmed up, her toes will be damp but not sodden, and her stomach's full, so she should be on her way. Mrs, Murry suggests she stay the night, or just until her socks are dry, but Mrs Whatsit insists, and tells her that "there is such a thing as a tesseract."(8) Mrs. Murry pales and asks her to repeat that, so Mrs Whatsit does so as she puts on her boots and dresses in all her layers again, then hustles out the door.
The door slammed. "Mother, what's the matter!" Meg cried. "What did she say? What is it?" "The tesseract--" Mrs. Murry whispered. "What did she mean? How could she have known?"
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(1) Hard to go wrong with a classic opener, amirite? (2) It's no bad thing to be this way, but it FEELS wrong when you're young and your insecurities are still raw. (3) Quick poll, who reading this is old enough to remember when braces were always just big obvious metal brackets that got cemented to your teeth, not white brackets or invisible retainers? I had the metal ones in high school, and at the risk of aging myself, the white ones were just starting to make headway on the market, very expensively. (4) Vagrant, beggar, homeless person who wanders. (5) Today we'd hope that a parent would tell a child "there are lots of ways to be in this world, and they're all just as real and important as any other, and we'll love you no matter what" or something along those lines, but this was 1962 (and written quite some time before that, if memory serves) and getting a girl's POV published in a science fiction book, even one for children, was bad enough without allowing the possibility of mental disability being normal, gasp, horror. And, there was a much, much heavier stigma (though some still exists today, don't get me wrong) against mental disabilities. Isn't it great to see how far we've come, to motivate us for the rest of the way we need to go? (6) Surprisingly common thing to happen. I wasn't quite that kind of kid, but my first word was "privacy", used correctly, and it remained my favourite for a very long time. (7) Remembering, of course, that this kid is just six, but possessed of that strange almost-maturity that some kids come by naturally. (8) We have a lot more pop culture reference for a tesseract than they would have 60 years ago. In math, it's just a four-dimensional cube, but it seems that this story, like some that came after it, is making something semi-magical of that concept.
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messymessyml · 4 years ago
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Breaking and Entering
I'll be moving this one over to AO3 at some point (done, available here), but I'll start this off on Tumblr. This is a lighthearted, multi-chapter Jasonette story.
Summary:
Marinette is away from home when a curious visitor drops in. The kwami don't see any problem letting the man in; the question is: what will the guardian think when she realizes an intruder was in her house while she was gone?
Chapter 1 is below the cut.
Chapter 1: What did I come back to now?
Marinette felt a wave of relief hit her as her key turned smoothly in the lock. She was more than ready to unload her bags and take a well-deserved night in after a whirlwind week of consulting with clients in Metropolis. She’d decided to take Tikki and Sass with her and rent a hotel for the week as most of her clients were only available for early morning consultations, and while it was the most effective way to make sure she didn’t miss a meeting, she was glad to be back home.
Gotham may not be as glitzy or have as many potential clients as Metropolis, but it more than made up for that with the anonymity that Gotham allowed her. The local mentality of ‘take no shit’ and ‘mind your own damn business and I’ll mind mine’ allowed the kwami and her freedom that they wouldn’t get in Metropolis, a city crawling with news stations and a baffling love of all things mundane. Half the time when she visited Metropolis it felt like she had a target on her back; the paparazzi were worse in Metropolis than they ever were in her Parisian hero days and that held for her professional pseudonym as well as plain Marinette. It was a wonder that with so many news outlets (and Superman to report on for crying out loud) that she was still the topic of a news piece twice in the past week: once as MDC and once as plain old Marinette. In all seriousness was helping with a local tree planting event for Earth Day that newsworthy?
‘Enough of that’, she thought, realizing that although her door was now unlocked, she’d thought so much about arriving home that she hadn’t even fully opened her door. A slight twinge of embarrassment hit her. Carrying her tiny friends everywhere was always a blessing, but sometimes, she mused, it might be nice not to have an audience for every action she took—no matter how embarrassing.
Letting go of that train of thought, Marinette stepped through and closed her door behind her, feeling tension bleed out of her shoulders. The underlying scent of vanilla and blossom honey hit her nose as she strode over to the kitchen island. She set her bags to the side and took a hold of one of her swinging barstools with the intention to sit for a bit before making any attempt at dinner for the kwami and herself. Absently tracking the path Sass and Tikki took as they flew in the direction of the room where she kept the Miracle Box, she hesitated to sit as she noticed a slowly building feeling of unease hit her. Something, she thought, was off.
Sharpening her gaze and gripping the barstool a little tighter, Marinette scanned her apartment. At first glance, the living space looked unchanged from how she left it; the furniture was where it belonged, and her shelves and wall art were unmoved. As she looked closer though, she saw items around the house that were shifted a bit more than they would be if the kwami had decided to explore while she was away: the living room rug was centered, the dishes she had left to dry right before leaving the house a week ago were put away, and the barstool she was currently grasping was a bit more level than it had ever been, thrifted as it were. The kwami were a joy to interact with and an honor to serve as their guardian, but cleaners and tinkers they were not.
Marinette released her grip on the stool, rounding the kitchen island to open the cabinets. Like she thought, the dishes she had washed a week ago were put away and the towers of plates and bowls looked straighter than they were normally. Her gut churned as the beginning stages of worry started to fill her.
A chorus of greetings from behind her met her ears, disrupting her thoughts. Turning, Marinette saw the kwami flying towards her from the hallway.
“Marinette, did you have a nice trip?” Mullo squeaked.
“Guardian, I hope all went well on your trip. It is wonderful to have you back home.” Wayzz said.
The other kwami threw in their own noises and words of agreement, mirroring Wayzz’s welcome.
Marinette couldn’t help her small smile, replying, “My trip went well, and I am happy to be back here with you all.” She paused, hesitating before she asked, “Did anything happen while we were away?”
“Not much, Pigtails.” Plagg swam leisurely into view, tailed closely by Tikki, both twirling as they approached. “Some fighting outside, and a bit of a showdown on rooftops at the end of the block, but no damage to our building.”
Wayzz intercepted Plagg’s path, floating into the center of her vision to say, “That may be true, Plagg; however, one of the combatants took a breather on our balcony by using the garden for cover. He didn’t seem injured, but he was breathing heavier than was wise. Most of us hid in the box while I continued to strengthen the wards on the outer walls and windows.”
Marinette interrupted, “No one entered the apartment?”
Wayzz hesitated, then said “The man stayed hidden as best he could, but he was quite large, and I could feel the shifting balance; if he stayed on the balcony, he would have drawn fire here. I strengthened the barrier outwards then loosened the barrier on the balcony doors, undid the latch for him, and asked Trixx to hide us from view. He had a protector’s spirit and none of us could feel an intent to harm any but the ones he’d been fighting outside. I am sorry, Guardian, for making this decision without your input.”
Marinette took a deep breath to fend off the impending tension headache, unclenching the hand she had used to subconsciously gripped her other wrist. She loosened the muscles around her eyes to soften her gaze. “It’s alright, Wayzz. I wasn’t there, and I trust your intuition. What did he do?”
“He seemed distrustful of the open door at first but ended up entering almost silently and quickly moved to scan the apartment.”
Trixx added, “I made sure he could not see the Miracle Box and that he was not visible from the outside at any point, but he stayed away from the windows for the most part.”
Roarr piped in, “He has a fierce spirit, and I agree with Wayzz that he has a strong protective streak.”
She heard some murmurs of agreement from the other kwami, some of them breaking out into small discussion pertaining to the man’s character. “If so many of you saw him, did you leave the Miracle Box then? What did you see?” Desperately, Marinette wished that the immortal beings she called friends could get to the points.
“Some of us came out to see, but most of us stayed in the box. Trixx’s illusions held; he didn’t see or hear any of us.” Barkk confirmed.
“Yes, he mostly stayed in the living room. He sat right here for a while!” Saying this, Pollen surged towards the end of the couch, landing with their back to the armrest in a bored sprawl. “Like this!”
Plagg, swaying upside down near the ceiling, lazily added, “He wasn’t much fun. All he did was check his guns then started cleaning the place. Boring.”
“Guns?! Cleaning? Why?” Alarmed, Marinette’s heartbeat started to pound at the picture painted by the kwami. They had let a large combatant enter her apartment and all he did was inspect his guns and clean??? ‘This can’t be real’, she thought. ‘Was I caught up in one of Scarecrow’s attacks on the way home?’
“He had good manners at the least.” Kaalki sniffed. “His gear smelled of money and he fixed that stool of yours that never would have entered the premises if you had listened to me from the start. At least now it isn’t horrendously squeaky.”
“Hey!” Mullo protested.
Kaalki just turned away.
“He needed the protection.” Wayzz apologetically said. “He didn’t seem interested in your workroom and he wouldn’t have been able to find the box, so we observed. He cleaned a bit and left after checking that the coast was clear outside.”
Marinette allowed her shoulders to sag. “Alright. If you’re sure.” Glancing around, she gave the kwami a smile, eyes hesitating on the glass doors leading to the balcony, she absently added, “Thank you for keeping an eye on things while I was gone.”
Striding over to the doors leading out to the balcony, she peered out. Nothing seemed out of place out here, but she couldn’t be certain. Checking the door handles, she noticed that one of the kwami or her mystery visitor must have relatched the lock. Unlocking it, she stepped out and went to sit at her patio table. Leaning back in her chair, she let her head tip back to view the sunset, partially obscured by the balcony two floors above her own. Her apartment building had mostly staggered the balconies to allow more light to reach its inhabitants, a must in Gotham’s dreary weather.
After a few moments, she let her head droop forward to land in her hands. As much as she loved them, the kwami’s survival instincts always seemed at odds with hers. She couldn’t tell whether that was due to her anxiety amplifying everything past the point of reason or that the kwami’s inherent existence rendering most danger obsolete, but while some intruder might not be a danger to beings that could turn intangible and invisible at will, she was definitely a bit more breakable (‘Mortal’, her brain whispered) than them. If she had been here? Who knows how that visit might have gone?
Taking a few more minutes to calm her body’s response, a few deep breaths, and a moment or two of gratitude that nothing bad had happened, she straightened a bit as the evening wind started to pick up and a splash of white started to flutter at the edge of her vision. Glancing up, her eye caught on a piece of paper at the other end of the table that was weighted down with a rock she had decorated a while back with paintings of ladybugs and cats playfully chasing each other across a meadow. That particular rock usually spent time in the catnip bed Plagg had insisted on and Tikki had seconded as a nod to both kwami. Curious, she reached out and grabbed the sheet of paper underneath. Opening it, she read:
Dear Stranger,
I was in a bit of a tight spot and hanging around your balcony when your door swung open. Haunted house, much? Hope you don’t mind, but I ended up using your house as a temporary safe house while you were gone. Don’t worry, I made sure no one saw me entering or exiting, so you shouldn’t have any problems from the type of shit that follows me.
On the topic of haunted houses, are you sure yours isn’t haunted? Your house is unnervingly the calmest- and safest-feeling place I’ve been in a while, but I kept seeing blurs out of the corner of my eye and I was NOT concussed. Might want to talk to someone about that.
I ended up tidying a bit while you were gone, hope you don’t mind. Fairs fair, you (unknowingly, I know) lent me a place to stay, I tidied up a bit. Stay out of trouble, alright?
Cheers,
- Red Hood
The Red Hood? The RED HOOD is who they let into the house? For kwami’s sake, what were they thinking?!?
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suchalonelysunflower · 5 years ago
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“I know”
(Ashton Irwin X Fem!Reader || Angst/Fluff)
Summary: FINAL PART OF THE KNOW YOU SERIES. When everything feels lost, there’s nothing like the rain
Warnings: Strong Language, mentions of: alcohol, abuse, anxiety, depression, toxic relationships. Ansgty and Fluffy. Bad English (not my first language, sorry)
Word Count: 5.2 K
A/N: ITS HERE the last part of my first Ashton series 🥺 I had fun writing this, it helped me a lot. I hope you like it just as much! Reblogs are always appreciate it as well as feedback, I would love to hear your opinions 💙 You can check my other works HERE. Thank you so much 🦋
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Sierra hasn’t heard from you in almost a week. You’re not answering any of her text or attempts to FaceTime and she’s getting really worried. She knows you’re deeply hurting if you went completely MIA. 
Last time she saw you, you were running down the stairs at Ashton’s house, trying to pass the sea of people between you and the door. She remembers calling out your name, and she knows you’ve heard her, since you stopped for a second to look in her direction before turning your face away and walking out the door without saying anything. 
But she already saw the tears on your face. 
Sierra turned to her boyfriend, to confirm that he saw it too, but Luke’s confused gaze was already on her, asking the silent question: ’What the hell happened?’
Luke’s eyes followed the trail you had just walked, but Sierra’s hand was already in his, pulling him so he followed her upstairs. 
“Maybe she was just overwhelmed and needed some space” suggested Luke when they reached the top of the stairs and started walking the hall. 
“Probably, but Luke, I know her. She wouldn’t leave without saying goodbye and she looked really upset” Sierra’s voice was filled with concern“Something happened and…” 
Suddenly, they came to a stop when they heard a light sob. It was almost inaudible due to the poundering thunders that came from the sky, but it was there. Luke and Sierra hurried down to the balcony, not knowing what to expect but at the same time not expecting the sight in front of them. 
Ashton was sitting on the floor with his back pressed to the same wall that had you pressed to him just a few minutes ago, when everything just felt right.
 His hair was a mess and his ringed hand covered his eyes as he cried, his shoulders shaking with every sob that came out of his lips. For the first time in a long, long time, the boy who smiled like sunshine was falling apart like the rain. 
Sierra’s first instinct was to go over the broken man and kneel down next to him, putting her delicate hand in his shoulder. Her heart breaking as he lifted his gaze, just enough for her to see how much he’s hurting. 
“Ash?” 
“I fucked up” He said in a broken voice “Sierra, I fucked up so bad” 
That was on Saturday. Today’s Thursday and you still haven’t picked up your phone. Ignoring, not just her, but everyone. Crystal has tried to reach you countless of times, Michael has been hitting your DM’s from every social media (including in the games you played together) Calum and Luke have been spamming you with texts and even tried to lure you in with pictures of Duke and Petunia. And Ashton… well. Ashton was a complete mess, his smile was none existing since that night and, if it weren’t for the fact that they were already working on a new album, he wouldn’t even be seen. “He barely talks to anyone” Luke said to her “He’s just… numb. I haven’t seen him like this in years, he looks just like me before I met you, maybe even worse” 
Sierra tried to call you one more time before hearing the familiar voicemail tone. You were shutting down, and she was scared that the silence meant something else.
Determined, she picked up her phone one more time, but she dialed a different number “Hey” she said, as soon as the other person picked up “Y/N needs our help and I’m not going to wait any longer” 
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You opened your eyes as the sun warmed your face. You groaned as you got up to close the curtains, ready to submerge yourself under the covers again. But the sound of your growling stomach kinda forced your way into the kitchen. 
Taking in the sight of your apartment, you let out a sad sigh. It was just as messy as you felt. Take out containers (most of them still full) and dirty dishes decorated your kitchen island, your once neat living room had scattered papers all over it, many of them being plain trash that you couldn’t care to throw properly in the bin. You saw the bottle of vodka sitting in the middle of the table and it made you nauseous. This isn’t right. After everything that has happened you thought you finally got a break, that everything was going to be fine. But life has never been easy on you. 
As you poured yourself a cup of coffee, you couldn’t help but stare at the bay window. You couldn’t help but think of him, the way he smiled and the sound of his thousand laughs. How he always cheered you up with a good morning text and how he could spend hours telling you stories about his childhood, in an attempt to distract you from reality. How he was always up for anything you needed, weather it be just listening to you or just needing his company, always making sure you were alright, and you were, with him everything was alright. Then your thoughts wandered over that night. The way he held you, the way he kissed you.. the way he rejected you. 
You didn’t realize you were crying until a tear dropped in the middle of your coffee cup. You haven’t stopped crying since that night. Feeling useless and scared, but most of all, hopeless you would ever find that sense of security and happiness you felt next to him.
It’s impossible to deny how deeply in love you were with Ashton. You tried to hide it, but you were only lying to yourself. You love him and he probably hates you, again. Once again, you felt like you’ve ruined everything. When your lips touched his you felt like you were in cloud 9, everything was coming together, but seeing his face full of regret after that… 
Maybe he was just too drunk, maybe you weren’t what he expected, maybe you should’ve stopped him, maybe he wanted to stop. It was wrong, a ‘mistake’ as he called it. But it felt so right at the moment that you didn’t want it to stop, and maybe that was selfish, but you could’ve died in that kiss and you would’ve died happy, instead of living the pain and the hurt of his disgust and rejection when he pulled away. 
He probably told everyone how you fucked up. Everyone must hate you. In one night you lost everything you ever dreamed to have, and it was your fault. You turned off your phone that night, emailed your boss the morning after, claiming to be sick, but in reality you were just too scared to face the daylight of a world where you had nothing again. Maybe your mother was right and you didn’t deserve happiness after all. 
Finishing your coffee, you tossed the mug in the filthy sink and headed to bed. That’s when you heard the knocking at your door and your breathing stopped. 
You tried to ignore it, but whoever was at the other side was persistent. Against your better judgement, and hoping it was just a neighbor, you opened the door. 
Outside the door you saw Sierra, Crystal and KayKay…oh shit. Your thoughts were running a thousand miles per hour, thinking that they were there to give you shit for what you did. 
Sierra’s eyes winded when she took a sight of you and, without wasting any second, she launched herself towards you and held you in a tight hug. 
“You weren’t answering your phone” she said “we were all so worried about you! We were so scared that you would just disappear and…” 
An overwhelming feeling came over you as the tears spilled down your cheeks. It was all too much. Sierra kept talking, but you couldn’t listen. The others made their way into the apartment, careful to not overstep your boundaries, you noticed they had some bags filled with groceries and your heart shrunked. They weren’t there to hate you, they… they came for you, because they care about you. And you were standing there, numb in the same pajamas from five days ago, with countless bags under your eyes and a messy knotted hair. You didn’t deserve this. 
“Oh, baby” Sierra cooed as she felt you breaking down in tears in her arms “We are here for you, we will always be here for you, Y/N. We love you, it’s okay”
“No, it’s not okay” you said between sobs “I fucked up. I fucked up, it’s not okay. I’m so sorry” 
You kept apologizing, it seemed like you were unable to form another sentence that wasn’t ‘I’m sorry’ but the girls were having none of it “Y/N, listen to me. You did nothing wrong. You hear me? Nothing. Stop apologizing, you don’t have to, you don’t need to. Look at me” Sierra pulled away from you and grabbed you by the shoulders, forcing you to look at her and the others “You. Did. Nothing. Wrong” 
Her stare was honest, stern and serious. You felt like breaking down again, but KayKay stepped in
“Why don’t we go talk in the living room? Crys and I will put the groceries in the kitchen, I’m assuming you didn’t go shopping this week, Y/N?” you shook your head, she nodded and gave you a sympathetic smile “It’s okay, dear. We got you covered” 
“Y/N, have you been eating enough?” Crystal asked from the kitchen, looking through your take out containers with enough food to feed an army. 
You wiped your tears “I - I don’t know. I don’t remember. I couldn’t…”
“Shh, baby. It’s okay” Sierra said, sliding her hands up and down your arms to calm you down “Don’t worry. Why don’t we go sit, yeah?” You walked into the living room together. Sierra’s eyes were immediately fixed into the bottle of vodka in the middle of the coffee table. You felt ashamed “Y/N, did you..?”
“No” you said quickly “No, I couldn’t. I tried to, yes. But the smell… it reminded me too much of her and I just… I couldn’t” 
The girls were sitting around you. They knew it was bad, but they didn’t image it to the point where you would even consider drinking as an escape. They hated to see you like that. You were the girl with the endless smile, the one who would happily put others before herself, the one that would be there at any time, at any moment. Being the life of every party, or at least in their tight group of friends, the one who has been through hell but came back as strong as ever. You didn’t even seem like yourself, you were broken. And they were determined to try to fix that. 
“Why don’t you tell us everything? It will make you feel better, I promise”
So you took a deep breath and started. You told them how close you and Ashton got during quarantine. How you, even without knowing it at the time, hoped to talk to him everyday, how he made you feel special, the way his smile brightened your day. How you could always tell if he was in a bad mood just by looking at his eyes and not finding their gleam, how he made you feel like you could trust him almost instantly and how glad you were to be friends with him. You told them about the night of the party, how he seemed so happy to see you but acted strange around you and the others, almost like his old self. You told them about the balcony, what you talked about and how you kissed. How happy you were until he said those words. 
“And I know he meant it” you said softly through your tears, like a little kid “it was a mistake, we should’ve never done it, he was right. I fucked up, I should’ve told him to stop, but I…” your voice broke and you were unable to continue, but KayKay stepped in. 
“You didn’t want to” 
You look at her, trying to find a hint of hate inside her eyes “Kay, I’m so sorry.”
“Stop apologizing, Y/N. It’s fine” 
The sincerity in her voice confused you. 
“But.. but he’s your ex and you’re my friend. I could never..”
“Y/N, stop it” She said, placing her hand on your knee “It’s okay. Our relationship ended eons ago and we were never right for each other” she gave you a small smile “I love him, as a friend, just that. We were never meant to be. You want to know how I know that? Because I could never talk about him in the way that you just did, the way you described him and everything he did… you really love him do you?”
Your eyes winded. You didn’t tell them that, hell you weren’t able to tell yourself that until a few days ago. However, you couldn’t stop yourself from nodding. 
“That’s alright. We can all tell how much you love that stupid boy. And I’m okay with that, honey. Really. Our friendship is stronger than that. And besides…” her smile grew “I know he feels the same”
“What?” You asked in disbelief. 
“I talked to him a few times during lockdown, just to check on him. Everytime we talked he mentioned you in some way, weather it was a message you sent him or something funny you said or did, or even just out of nowhere you were always on his mind and, girl, the way his smile lighted up and his eyes shined… I’ve never seen him like that, not even with me, so I knew he was head over heels before he even knew it himself” 
Saying that you were confused was an understatement “But he…”
“Y/N, remember what I told you about him? He never lies about his feelings but…”
“He avoids them” you finished. 
“Sounds like someone we know…” Commented Crystal. 
“And it sounds like you should definitely talk to him!” Sierra chimed in. 
You started to protest but she cut you off. 
“No, I don’t want to hear it. Y/N, I don’t know what that voice in your head tells you, but it’s lying. We are not going to stand here and let you drown, we will not allow it. You deserve your happy ending, you deserve all the love in the world and we love you so so much. How can we get it pass your head? You are not alone, you are loved. We are your family and we will not go anywhere, no matter how much you try to push us away” she raised her thumb to wipe the tears off your face “We will not force you, though. You will talk to him when you’re ready, but you have to talk to him. He’s just as broken as you are, maybe all you need is each other” 
You nodded silently, thanking the universe for putting these amazing people in your life. But fearing the moment you will see Ashton again, not feeling completely confident for that. 
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Ashton, on his part, was a complete wreck.
He can’t eat, he can’t sleep, he can’t concentrate hard enough on the fact that he has a mini concert in two hours and he didn’t rehearse as much as he should’ve. He can only think of you and the sound of your heels walking away from him. 
It’s been a week since last Saturday and he’s looking at his screen, hoping selfishly that your name would pop out at any second, but knowing damn well it won’t. He tried to message you a couple times, saying how sorry he was, but he could never find the words or the courage to send it, even though he knows he should. Feeling the tears burning in the back of his eyes, he tried hard to contain them. He’s been crying all week, but  knows that now it’s not the best time to let it out. 
He looks around the small room the venue gave them to prepare themselves. He can hear Michael warming up and he spots Luke talking to Sierra in a corner of the room, she’s smiling and he looks so happy. Ashton never wanted to hit that pretty boy’s face till now. 
“You alright, mate?” Asked Calum, pulling him out of his jealous thoughts as he took a seat next to him on the couch “You look like shit” 
“I feel like shit” Ashton averted his gaze back to his phone. 
Calum nodded, choosing to ignore how harsh his comment sounded, knowing how hard this must be for his friend “Still haven’t talked to her?” Ashton looked at him shocked, he didn’t mention to Calum what was happening, only to Luke and Sierra because they caught him crying over Y/N “Luke told me, but to be honest I would’ve figured it out sooner or later” 
Ashton’s voice was soft and filled with guilt and hurt, breaking Calum’s heart as he spoke “Has she told you how incredibly stupid I am?” 
“I don’t need her to tell me that” The bassist gave his friend a small smile that he didn’t return “Besides, she’s not talking to me. She’s not talking to anyone, actually” 
“What?” 
“She’s been ignoring us, turning off her phone and shit. She didn’t talk to anyone after that night.You thought she was only ignoring you?” 
Ashton’s world fell apart right there. Not only did he pushed her away from him, but he pushed her away from the only people he knows she loves the most. He royally fucked up this time and he will never forgive himself for this. Why can’t he stop hurting her? 
“Why do you think she will talk to me, though?” Calum asked after a while. 
“You were always so close” said Ashton in a monotone voice, trying to hide the hint of jealousy he felt towards his best friend “Always with each other and always talking about things none of us understod, so I thought…”
“Woah, you think there’s something between me and Y/N? Dude, no. Never” Calum said in disbelief “She’s amazing, don’t get me wrong and very pretty but she’s also like a sister to me, she reminds me a lot of Mali. And I could never do that knowing that my best friend is in love with her” 
“What!? I..”
“Mate.. c’mon. Isn’t it useless to deny it any longer? We know you love her, it’s clear as the day. You do love her, don’t you?”
Ashton let out a sigh “Why does it matter? She will never feel the same” 
“Now, why do you say that?” 
“Because it’s the fucking truth, Cal” he said, his voice breaking at the end “I hurt her, every time. And she doesn’t deserve that, she.. she wouldn’t want me. She doesn’t want me and I made the stupid mistake of being selfish and kissing her, knowing damn well I shouldn’t have” 
“Then why did you kiss her?”
“Because!” He said a little exasperated “Because she started talking about the stars, because she looked absolutely beautiful under the night sky. Because she was kind and she smiled at me in a way that I felt like the world was ending because there’s no way something as pure and beautiful as her could be smiling at me that way after everything I put her through” he sighed “Because when I kissed her I felt like I was were I meant to be and I never wanted to let go. Because I’m a selfish asshole, because I’m in love with her. And because of that I ended up hurting her, again” 
Calum placed his hand on Ashton’s shoulder, patting it a little bit before saying “Then it’s your job to fix it, mate. She’s hurting, but I don’t think it’s because the same reason you think”
“Wh- what do you mean?”
“Talk to her” 
Ashton felt like there was more to say, but they were interrupted by the stage manager asking them to follow them because the show was about to start. 
He definitely wasn’t in the right headspace to play. Too many thoughts and emotions running through his head, to many questions without answers. Maybe when he sits on the stool and starts playing it might help him forget a little bit, but it was useless. 
 He could still feel your lips against his, and could still hear your little moan in between. He had you tattooed in his memory, the sound of your voice as his favorite melody. He loves you, but knows he shouldn’t. As he was playing he thought of you with so much passion, in every way and form, that he could almost swear he saw you at the side of the stage. But it wasn’t until Sarah gave you a hug that Ashton realized that you were actually there. 
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You made eye contact with Ashton as he was playing one of their new songs on stage. His eyes winded when he spotted you and immediatly started to look around to make sure he wasn’t dreaming. You were there, and you were starting to regret it. Maybe this wasn’t the right place, maybe he didn’t want to see you, maybe…
But then he looked at you again, and you felt like the rest of the world faded away, in that moment it was only you and him. Asking, wondering, loving, hoping without saying a word. That was the moment that seemed to last eternally. 
You held his gaze until he had to look away, breaking the spell that caught you both. You tried to concentrate in the concert and the other boys, but your attention drifted to Ashton and, every time he could, he would look at you, almost afraid that you would disappear. 
The concert ended and Ashton was the first one offstage. He came to you rather quickly and still filled with adrenally “We need to talk. Can we talk?” He asked with pleading eyes. 
You nodded and let him guide you, people were trying to talk to him, but he ignored them all and didn’t even attempt to stop until you reached the rooftop of the venue. 
It was a very windy night, so you wrapped your arms around yourself, though you weren’t sure if you were shivering from the cold or from the nerves. Ashton closed the door and turned to look at you, properly this time. He was sweating and panting due to the energy he displayed on stage, but he couldn’t feel a thing, not now because you were right there in front of him, looking like a dream he would never want to wake up from. 
“Ash..” “Y/N” you said at the same time.
“Me first?” You said, he closed his mouth and nodded. Not sure if he wanted to hear what you got to say. You took a deep breath and started talking before you chicken out. 
“I should hate you” you spatted “I should hate you, but I can’t” Ashton’s features visibly relaxed for a bit, scared of what might come next “I can’t because I miss you so damn much. I miss talking to you everyday. I find myself waiting for your name to pop up on my screen randomly, knowing it will make me smile. I didn’t mean to get so attached to you in so little time given than last year you were practically a stranger to me, you wouldn’t talk to me or even acknowledge me for years and I let it pass. I let it pass, not only because I didn’t understand it, but because I hoped one day you would notice me. When you said those things, I should’ve hated you back then, but I couldn’t and I didn’t. When you came to apologize I said I couldn’t do it yet, I was wrong. I forgave you that day without even realizing it because I can’t hate you, Ashton.” 
You took a breath, trying to hold the tears that were threatening to escape “Then we became friends, and against my better judgement I let you in in my life and you let me in in yours because you made it so easy to trust you. I knew that one day that would’ve happen eventually, us becoming friends, and I wanted nothing more than that. What I didn’t know is that I would end up falling in love with you” 
Ashton’s eyes winded at your confession his expression going from confused to shock to sad in less than one second, it seemed like he wanted to say something, but he held it in, knowing you weren’t done. So you continued.
“I love you, Ash. I know it might seem rushed, but I never lie about my feelings, I avoid them. And that’s exactly what I was doing before that night. Ashton when you kissed me…” you closed your eyes for a second, trying to find the words “I felt home. I felt safe around your arms like I’ve never felt before. I wanted it to be endless, I didn’t want to let go but then.. you did” you looked him in the eyes “I knew there was a possibility you didn’t feel the same, I won’t hold that against you. You are free to feel whatever you want and I know that I’m not perfect in any single way and I can’t even attempt to compete for your affection. I was always scared this would be something temporary and as I told you before, I’m used to mess it all up and to people walking out of my life, every one of them giving me a reason why. So I’m here to ask you: Why?” 
Ashton looked at you, confused “Why?” He asked 
“Why did you kiss me? Why did you pull away?” You said “Ashton, I can’t eat, I can’t sleep, I can barely function as a human being. So please, answer me so we can be at peace with each other. Maybe it won’t hurt that much this way” 
Ashton couldn’t believe it, you really didn’t know? You think he would leave? Did you want him to? 
“I kissed you because I wanted to do that for the longest time” he started, taking a step closer to you without breaking eye contact “I pulled away because I felt like it was for the best” 
“For the best?”
“I don’t deserve you, Y/N” 
Now it was your turn to be shocked. “Excuse me?”
“Y/N, since the day we met I’ve done nothing but hurt you. I refused the idea of getting to know you like everyone else did and for what? It’s still one of the biggest regrets of my life. I know I hurt you when I said those things, I still beat myself up everyday because of that. I don’t know why I did it, what was the intention besides hurting you. I didn’t know you and you made that very clear that day” You could see he was starting to get frustrated, but not with you “You said you forgive me, I’m saying I don’t deserve that” his voice was clear, but the hint of pain betrayed him “Getting to know you was and still is one of the greatest experiences of my life, you let me in when I should’ve stayed in the streets, I could never thank you enough for that. Your calls were the best part of my day, hearing your voice or seeing a text from you made me feel like the luckiest man on earth, I felt like heaven because I had you in my life and you made it worth living. Y/n, I fell for you so hard that I don’t think I’ve known love until I met you” Your breathing stopped as he said those words, your heart beating up so strongly you were afraid it might explode on your chest.
“But then I saw how you were with the others, how they were always so close and I felt like I was always ten steps behind. Y/N, I was jealous of everything we didn’t have and what we will never have and I know that sounds horrible because it was my fault to begin with. But seeing you with them made me realize just how undeserving I am of you” 
“Ashton…”
“I’m not good for you” he said sternly. His eyes were glossy with the tears he was holding, but they never left yours “I’ve known that from the start and still I selfishly hoped that one day I will be, but we both know that’s not the case. You should be with someone that doesn’t hurt you, someone that will bring smiles instead of tears, someone like Cal or Luke or Michael. I can’t… I will never be good enough for you. I knew all of that when I kissed you that night, and I would be lying if I said that I didn’t know what I was doing or that I didn’t want it, because I did, I still do. But I can’t do that to you, even though it kills me, I don’t deserve you” 
“Stop saying that” you said.
“Y/N..”
“Stop saying that! It’s not true!” You yelled at him “Who are you to tell me what’s good for me or not?! Who gave you the right to decide that?” He tried to talk but you shushed him raising your hand “ You’re telling me that you love me that you can’t be with me?! Like I’m a price or a toy? They are my emotions too, Ashton! I should have a say on it, don’t you think? I can’t believe you” 
“What do you want me to say?!” He raised his voice as well “Do you know how much it hurts seeing you in pain and knowing that I was the once who caused it?”
“You’re being selfish”
“So what if I am!” He raised his arms in exasperation “I’m scared Y/N! I’m scared I will ruin everything again and break your heart!” 
“Then don’t!” You yelled, louder “don’t break my heart, Ashton” your voice was softer now “I want to be with you, I love you! Is it that hard to love me?” 
Ashton looked at you. Your eyes were filled with tears and fear, and even though you were shivering from the cold, he swore you couldn't look more beautiful. His eyes softened as he came closer to you “Loving you was the easiest thing I’ve ever done” 
In a brave move, you wrapped your arms around his neck and pulled him closer to you, pressing your lips together once again. 
Scared at first, Ashton closed his eyes into the kiss, relaxing when he felt your hands play with the back of his head, twirling your fingers in his hair. He wrapped his arms around your waist, lifting you up in tight hug. Taking advantage of your little gasp to push his tongue into your mouth, making himself home. 
You melted into the kiss once again, swearing you could see every color and every star, you felt infinite as you pressed against him. Taking everything you can form each other, memorizing the way you tasted and how good you felt. You threw away every meaningless fear you had, now it wasn’t the time to overthink. You loved him, and he loved you, that was all that mattered at this moment. 
You hummed into the kiss when you felt a drop of water hit your cheek. At first you thought it was one of yours or Ashton’s tears, but when one drop became a thousand you realized that it was actually raining. 
Ashton broke the kiss but rested his forehead against yours. He held a smile so wide that made you feel like the luckiest person on earth just for being a witness of that. 
“This is so cliché” he laughed. 
You giggled “I always liked the rain. It means new beginnings, a fresh start. It helps you grow as you go. It reminds me of a home I never had until I fell right into your arms” 
“Well” Ashton said, kissing your forehead “Let this be the statement of our new beginning, because I am completely in love with you, Y/N. I know I am selfish for saying that, knowing that I will never fully deserve you. But I can’t help it, love. And I will do everything in my power to prove it to you, every single day of my life. Y/N, you make me want to be a better man. I want to know you for the rest of my life” 
You kissed him one more time, happiness taking over you as your heart fluttered with his words, smiling into the kiss “I love you” 
The rain kept falling, sealing your promise into solid ground. And as you walked back in hand in hand, you thought that, finally, your life came together. Finally allowing you to be completely and overwhelmingly happy. 
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Haikyuu!! Fic Recs (MatsuHana)
Fic Recs Masterpost
So, I was thinking about the coronavirus pandemic and what I could do to help people out. I’m isolated because I’m at higher risk, so I can’t really offer to go out for my elderly neighbors or my family… but I thought I could try to help keep people entertained.
Because I don’t have an AO3 account right now, I’ve been compiling fic recs for my own amusement for a year or so. And I thought – maybe that’s the time to share these with everyone? So everyone will have plenty of things to read while they have to stay at home, or even to escape anxiety a little bit if you’re forced to go out.
Of course, these cater to my own tastes, so you may find stuff you don’t like around here. I never include works in progress. The Mature and Explicit works will be in italic. I ask you to READ THE WORK’S TAGS before continuing, so you won’t find anything that makes you uncomfortable.
I’ve decided to split it in a series of posts, starting with my OTPs. So here we go with some MatsuHana!
rated m for, by orphan_account
He should have known that there was a Specific Reason™ why it was so absolutely vital that he and Matsukawa specifically meet for a reading of the script. He should have known that there had to be some evil catch beyond sitting in a tiny, cramped studio with his newly sworn enemy.
Hanamaki stares at the title of the script he’d so gracefully neglected the night before.
FORBIDDEN PARADISE
“Excuse me,” Hanamaki starts, raising a pen in the air while staring blankly at the packet in his free hand. “Just to clarify, you want me to record a boy's love CD with Matsukawa?”
of weather, of leisurely tensions, by b_minor
Two boys share an umbrella.
Don’t Lie, Bright Eyes, by tookumade
“Where do you see yourself in twenty years?”
It’s nearly one in the morning and Matsukawa, tucked up comfortably in bed next to Hanamaki, is on the verge of drifting off into blissful sleep when the question stirs him.
“Why are you trying to give me a late-night existential crisis?” he mumbles.
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(written for Haikyuu!! MatsuHana Week - Day 4 - leaving home)
Roses, by h_lovely
(Summary by me: slow burn, friends to lovers, things are kinky, I’m pretty sure this is the best MatsuHana I’ve ever read.)
You’re in Pink (and I’m in blue), by Hyeyu
Takahiro held his gaze a few seconds in silence before he sighed. "...It's only been a week, okay? S'not serious yet."
“Not serious yet?” Something jumped in Matsukawa’s jaw and he abruptly released Takahiro’s hand, sending the petals cascading to the ground. Takahiro was going to have to clean them up before the others started streaming into the clubroom, and wouldn’t that be fun. “You’re coughing up fucking flowers, Hanamaki.”
“Yeah, tell me something I don’t know.”
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Hanamaki Takahiro has 99 problems and Hanahaki flowers make up 98 of them.
Good Bad Ideas, by tookumade
When Oikawa asks his friends to help out at his nephew’s birthday party, they get a little more than they bargained for.
(written for Haikyuu!! Rarepair Week - Day 1 - beginnings, celebration)
texting (with a capital S), by parenthetic
Hanamaki breaks his No Texting In Class rule, and it's all downhill from there.
Wet Your Whistle, by darkmagicalgirl
Hanamaki gets a job as a bartender. Matsukawa likes his uniform. (Alternatively: Matsukawa tries to ignore his huge crush on his friend-with-benefits. He fails.)
[obnoxious clucking noises], by parenthetic
On the last night of their last training camp together, Oikawa has a bad idea, Hanamaki goes along with it, Iwaizumi sort of wishes he had better friends, and Matsukawa proves himself to be particularly adept at intimidation tactics.
Love Doesn’t Come with an Instruction Manual, by plumtrees
Seijou 3rd years (now college freshmen) go to ToyCon. Oikawa has a spaz attack over Star Wars, Iwaizumi is his designated babysitter, Hanamaki is adorable, and Matsukawa doesn't know how to deal.
Here Today And There Tomorrow, by tookumade
A first meeting on opposite sides of the volleyball net, and chance meetings afterwards without it.
A Ring of Cream, by plumtrees
Hanamaki has never been one for grand romantic gestures, has never been one for romantic gestures at all, but Matsukawa's a stubborn guy.
Who can't bake for shit.
Iwaizumi and Oikawa (mostly Iwaizumi, really) to the rescue.
Morning Glory, by darkmagicalgirl
On their days off, Hanamaki and Matsukawa's mornings follow a sort of routine.
Even Though It All Went Wrong, by plumtrees
It hadn’t always been so cold. Matsukawa remembers a time where the sun shone high, its rays bright and its heat pleasant like a blanket against his skin. He remembers Hanamaki holding his hand, remembers his cheeks hurting because he’d been grinning so much. Hanamaki had opened his arms wide, and Matsukawa ran straight for them, like he’d been magnetized. He picked up Hanamaki easily and twirled them around, danced with him until they both tumbled along the grass, laughing like idiots.
He remembers because it’s all he can do now.
Crescendo, by plumtrees
Day 1 for MatsuHana Week: Online
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The voice continues to feed him instructions, the deep rumbling purrs reverberating across his body, each hiss and click of a consonant like a sharp bite, each roll of his tongue a slide of silk against his overheating skin.
Fuck, he loves it.
Somewhat Well-Kept Secrets, by tookumade
“Why don’t they just… date already?” said Iwaizumi.
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(written for Haikyuu!! MatsuHana Week - Day 2 - cream puffs, in the background)
It Seemed Like a Good Idea at the Time, by plumtrees
Day 3 of MatsuHana Week: Tattoos and Flower Shops
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Hanamaki, cheeks as pink as his hair, says, "I was drunk."
"Okay?" Matsukawa prompts.
"And it's way too expensive to laser something this big."
Holy shit. "Okay?"
"Look, can't we just go with 'I made horrible life decisions in college that are now coming back to haunt me' and move on?"
morning, noon, night, by b_minor
A day in the life of two losers in love.
on the anatomy of crushes, by carafin
A part-by-part dissection of their relationship. Medical school AU.
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‘See you tomorrow?’ Hanamaki asks. He’s still smiling faintly, still carrying about his usual air of quiet self-assurance, but there’s no mistaking the hopefulness in his voice. ‘On the bus, I mean.’
‘Yeah,’ Matsukawa says, and tries not to make it sound too much like a promise. ‘See you tomorrow.’
(Falling in love is really, ridiculously easy.)
Dating Is Not A Nine-To-Five, by tookumade
“What if,” said Hanamaki in a whisper, “we walk in and there’s a yakuza member getting his tattoos done, and he tries to kill us because we saw his face?”
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(written for Haikyuu!! MatsuHana Week - Day 3 - tattoos and flower shops, coffee shop)
To Fit Myself In The Spaces Between, by tookumade
It's late, a boring movie is on TV, and the remote control is nowhere in sight—and that suited them just fine.
(written for Haikyuu!! MatsuHana Week - Day 4 - midnight, no control)
It’s not even close to your birthday, by squidmemesinc
The shoes look like they could be some kind of gothic lolita item, with thick, tall heels and Mary Jane straps that have little silver hearts on them. The socks are simple except that they run all the way up to his mid-thigh; the crisp white makes enough of a contrast with his skin that the colors flatter each other, rather than subdue them. Then there's the dress. It's just plain black, short and slim, though the skirt flares out at the waist. Takahiro's eyes run up it, stalling where it cuts off around the shoulders and has a wide boat neck trim with a thick ivory collar. The final piece is a simple pink ribbon—not even a necklace, just a ribbon—tied around his neck with the bow in the back.
Where Was I, When The Rockets Came To Life, by tookumade
In a city like this, there wasn’t much of a chance that they would meet again, and given Hanamaki’s current career of choice, if they did, then it was more than likely to be because of a cruel joke set up by fate. He was not about to let his heart be broken now. He had more important things to think about…
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(written for Haikyuu!! MatsuHana Week - Day 5 - glasses, piercing)
not like the movies, by bravely
“Here,” he says, offering the thumb back to Hanamaki. Absentmindedly, Hanamaki licks it back off. “Thanks.”
Then he blinks.
“Wait,” he says. “Shit, wait. Was that supposed to be romantic just then?”
“ — Well.” Matsukawa clears his throat. “You tell me, I guess?”
No One Else Like You, by auber_jean
"It’s not at all liberating to finally have it said out loud, because it makes it all that more real, and Matsukawa was doing really well pretending that he wasn’t in love with his best friend."
With the turn of graduation, Matsukawa finds himself choosing between a future that he has planned or something more.
live it up, drink it in, by puny
Hanamaki's not a detective, just a wing spiker with a hangover, but he's gonna figure out who gave him all these hickeys if it damn well kills him.
Begin, by Karasuno Volleygays
It's the last day of their high school years and the first day of the rest of their lives. As they spend the night under a blanket of stars, they can't help but wonder where will they go from here?
Playing Doubles, by squidmemesinc
“We always said we were going to fuck at every possible time of day,” Takahiro says, rolling his hips gently over Issei’s.
“I do remember saying that once. Do you have the calendar on hand?”
Captured Light, by plumtrees
“The smile you’re wearing in this photo,” Hanamaki continued, just a little bit sad, “you haven’t smiled like that in a long time.”
Matsukawa looked at the photo again. It was awkward; it always was, seeing himself through Hanamaki’s lens. He’d never really focused on himself whenever he looked at the photos Hanamaki took of him, but now his eyes actively trailed over his face, the crinkle of his eyes, the twinkle in them from the light reflecting off of his cellphone, the smile wide enough to show an entire row of teeth.
He tried to emulate the expression, only to realize how foreign it felt on his face.
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A love story like most love stories, stuck between busy days and too little time spent together.
Matsukawa learns to take it easy, and Hanamaki is his teacher.
Marks, by Andramion
The room is quiet when Issei gathers the pillows under his arms and lies down. He presses his nose into his shoulder, closes his eyes and focusses on the barely-there touch of fingertips to his skin.
Hanamaki always does this, every single time.
Sure, by kiyala
Beginning university brings a lot of changes with it. As Iwaizumi and Oikawa deal with going to different universities, Hanamaki thinks about his own relationship with Matsukawa.
nebulas, by tothemoon
“You'll have to let me think about it,” Hanamaki says to him while they're looking at soup stocks in the supermarket one evening, because he knows being with someone is not as simple as he'd like it to be.
(At this, Matsukawa does not fret. He goes for the snack aisle, instead.)
Settled, by kiyala
Hanamaki and Matsukawa go for a walk in their hometown in the middle of the night, and reflect on the things that have changed since high school.
Staking a Claim, by iwaizumemes
"Do you think they can tell?"
"Tell what?"
"That we've fucked in all their bedrooms."
something of a disaster, by latenights
“This is the part where you make a wish and blow.”
“Now, let’s not get too hasty—“
“I meant the candles you bastard.”
that’s you get (for waking up in vegas), by skittidyne
“There was an Elvis?” Hajime asks.
“He was the officiator. It’s the cliché, right?”
“…Officiator of what?” Tooru asks with a look down at Takahiro’s hand.
“You can borrow my phone to pull pictures from for our wedding album.” Issei reaches over and grasps the hand with the ring on it. Everyone is staring at their clasped hands like a three-headed lobster just crawled onto the table. “You were both the best men and I was very, deeply touched by how affected you both were at the ceremony,” he says in a perfect deadpan.
(( or: iwaizumi does not want to be the responsible one, and thus they suffer the consequences, or, perhaps, 'suffer' is a bit too strong of a word ))
Wilds, by AngryKitten
Makki waded back to him, two handfuls of stones dripping lake-water. He was grinning, like he always did, like their lives were one great joke that Matsukawa only occasionally understood. Hanamaki tipped his hand, and the rocks tumbled out into the bottom of their canoe.
“For later,” Hanamaki said.
Parting Words, by kiyala
Matsukawa confesses his feelings for Hanamaki at graduation, knowing that they're unrequited. Hanamaki's not so sure about that.
we could be the greatest team, by anyadisee
Oikawa mock-gasps. “Makki! You should know that I was genuinely planning on talking about strategy! I just thought it would be polite to wait for Iwa-chan and Mattsun to get back. But since you brought the topic up”—Hanamaki opens his mouth to protest, but is ignored—“have I told you how amazing Iwa-chan is? Like, he’s just the best boyfriend ever.”
“Wow, I never would’ve guessed what with, you know, how much you’ve been talking about it,” Hanamaki deadpans.
Oikawa waves a hand airily. “Don’t be jealous that my boyfriend is so sweet and romantic.”
Now it’s Hanamaki’s turn to raise eyebrows. “Excuse me, but did you just indirectly drag Issei?"
[in which hanamaki and oikawa get competitive, matsukawa and iwaizumi are good boyfriends, and the rest of seijoh somehow get involved.]
chocolate, by tellalie
“We have to do something,” Mattsun says.
Tides That Bind, by rubyfiamma
Matsuhana Fluff via prompt #19. Things you said when we were the happiest we ever were.
Room to Talk, by holdontoyourhulahoops
In which one snarky comment from Yahaba makes Hanamaki realize he's been a dirty hypocrite all this time.
The Best/Worst Places to Cry in the City, by AngryKitten
“Okay this is going to sound weird, and I get it if you want to say no, but I know a good place to cry and it’s only like a block from here. If you need to, um, let that out or something.”
Matsukawa gets hit on while crying in public and it might be the worst thing that has ever happened to him. Or it might be the best.
plus one, by orphan_account
"Did you know we're dating?"
"What? Says who?"
"Says everyone apparently."
"Oh," Hanamaki frowns for a few seconds before shrugging and turning his attention back to the chocolate fountain. "Nice."
Making Sense, by kiyala
Sharing an apartment does very little to help Hanamaki deal with his feelings for Matsukawa. Perhaps that's not such a bad thing.
and indeed there will be time, by plumtrees
Between volleyball and the looming end of their high school years, Hanamaki thinks he’s already dealing with more than enough, thank you very much.
Unfortunately, no one else gets the memo.
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Alternatively: “I am not in love with my best friend!” says Hanamaki Takahiro. Nobody buys his bullshit.
snakes, meth labs and something like love, by orphan_account
"Did you know snakes can give birth to between ten and 150 babies at any one time?"
Matsukawa tenses. "And how many have you, um— How many have you found?"
"Four," Hanamaki sighs, voice shaking slightly with what sounds like pure, unadulterated defeat. "So far."
Flamingo, by JanaRumpandRCJawnn
Summary by me: series with Trans!Makki, dealing with transphobia, and a nice lovely characterization of Ushijima.
it’s cold out there, by bishounen_curious
Seijoh's parties are always a mess, but this one takes the cake.
he’s a looker but i really think it’s guts that matter most, by respectableflourish
His fellow first year loves volleyball, has a chill factor verging on glacial, partakes in the type of verbal repartee Takahiro has only ever dreamt of finding in another person, and just so happens to exhibit an eyebrow and eyeliner game that is on another fucking level.
my heart beats for contract law, by orphan_account
"You had an emotional breakdown in a McDonalds drive-through."
"Mmm."
"And proposed to me."
"Shhh."
"In a McDonalds drive-through, Hiro."
Takahiro huffs out a nervous laugh, keeping his eyes closed. "You love it," he repeats, nuzzling closer.
services i can provide, by commovente
“So, what’s this?” Matsukawa asks. “An apology?”
Hanamaki drawls the words out, but he’s rambling. “I mean, I was actually going for a bribe, but. You know what, Mattsun? I’m nothing if not adaptable, so. Yes. Consider this an apology.”
it’s easy being with you, sacred simplicity, by earlgrey_milktea
a conversation at half past three.
poolside, by tothemoon
At eighteen, it'd been a matter of wading.
At twenty-five, Hanamaki tries not to fall in headfirst.
need a little sweetness in my life, by orphan_account
The smell of freshly baked bread, watching his cakes rise, listening to customers endlessly praise his desserts? All that is great but, Matsukawa thinks as he shuffles closer to the counter to greet him, the best thing about his job is the man standing in front of him.
And he doesn’t even know his name.
Lemonade, by carriecmoney
“Seriously, after Oikawa’s Oikawaness, Iwaizumi with the shoulders and the intensity and the caring about people shit and you with…” Takahiro gestures at Matsukawa’s everything. “That. What am I?”
Sing For Me, by rideahorse
The first time he hears Matsukawa singing, it’s in the shower, post-practice, when Matsukawa is likely positive no one’s around to hear it. Takahiro doesn’t even know what to think at first; Matsukawa sings just as he talks, voice a low timbre, barely changing pitch as it navigates through some melody that is so familiar yet unreachable in Takahiro’s mind. It’s English, too, so Takahiro wouldn’t understand it anyways, but that’s beside the point.
The point is that the locker room suddenly feels ten times hotter and Takahiro feels like he might melt into a puddle of very gay and very confused sludge.
Realisations, by kiyala
In which Hanamaki realises that Matsukawa is a werewolf, and has a few other realisations while he's at it.
Magical Mishaps and How to Deal, by plumtrees
Hanamaki Takahiro loved Matsukawa Issei. Sometimes. Mostly. When he wasn’t being bull-headed or overly-difficult. Which wasn’t a lot of the time now that Hanamaki thought about it. Shit. But he digressed.
Demon-mating was a for life kind of deal. Certainly not a decision one could make out of the blue, without years of prior thought and much meditation. The day he asked for his mother’s blessing, the day he planned to ask Matsukawa to be his mate, she had told him If you’re sure you’ll be happy with him, then all I hope for is that he says yes and by some miracle he did and here they are now and Hanamaki could say with all the certainty in the world that he loved Matsukawa Issei with all his heart and soul(s).
But some days…dear gods, some days…some days he just made it really, really difficult.
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Or: Matsukawa accidentally turns Kindaichi and Kunimi into babies and guess who has to help him clean up his fucking mess.
Pink and Yellow, by hotcocoa
Hanamaki is beautiful, Matsukawa is supportive, and both of them are the luckiest boyfriends in the world.
hang out fall in love, by carafin
In which Hanamaki's humble medical practice is threatened by an intractable asshole a witch doctor who's just moved into the shop down the street. Medical/Witchcraft AU.
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As far as Hanamaki’s concerned, and as far as bad life decisions go, setting up your witch clinic right next to an actual, proper, medical clinic is practically akin to setting up an all-you-can-eat buffet right next to a gym. Or a sex toy shop next to a church. Or a vegetable patch next to a goat farm. Or – yeah, the point is, this Matsukawa guy has totally cornered the market in Terrible-Life-Decision-Making-Skills.
Baby It’s Cold Outside, by dancingwithwings
Matsukawa looks round. And – heaven help him – he’s greeted with the guy from a couple of apartments down, the guy who dyes his hair to look like a strawberry for reasons unbeknownst, looking so disgruntled, so bedraggled, so akin to a drowning cat, that it almost makes him laugh out loud. The guy is barefoot, wearing only a towel. And the look on his face might turn Matsukawa to stone.
In which the fire alarm goes off, Hanamaki is in a towel, and Mattsun just really needs to study.
Zenith, Nadir, by tookumade
A former god realises that it's time to say goodbye.
Parallel Lines, by orphan_account
Yesterday night, Matsukawa had told his parents that he was joining math club, which lead to several confused smiles from them as they tried to figure out his change of heart.
“Didn’t you say you were allergic to competitive math?” His mom had asked. “I mean, don’t get me wrong, we’re very supportive of your decision, but-”
Fortunately, or maybe unfortunately, they’d let it go because no sane parent prevents their child from joining math team, which is intellectually beneficial and looks very nice on college applications. This, in turn, prevents Matsukawa from having to explain that he’s joining- dear god- because of a crush.
this isn’t exactly how i thought i’d spend my adult years, by jadedpearl
When Hanamaki coughs–hacks–the guy, who's been near comatose this entire time, opens his eyes and looks over a little, seemingly with the least amount of effort possible. "Bless you," he says, but his eyes are still sleepy. Hanamaki turns his head and stares at him. "I didn't sneeze." The guy looks a bit surprised. "What?" "I coughed." "So?" "Who the fuck says bless you when someone coughs?"
The Courage of Stars, by FairyLights101
It wasn’t supposed to be like this.
Then again, not many things were.
sugar pink liquor, liquor lips, by h_lovely
His lips still taste like sugar and liquor; they’re rosy and plush as they fit softly against Matsukawa’s own.
What would you do (if I told you that I la, la, la, loved you?), by Frenchibi
5 IwaOi moments as seen by Hanamaki and Matsukawa ... +1 moment of revenge :'D
Shoulda Known, by fxvixen
He quickly composes his face to look concerned. “What’s the matter there, sport?”
The groan cuts off.
Hanamaki lifts his head, a few strands of hair flopping onto his forehead. He narrows his eyes at Matsukawa’s attempt of a poker face. “Never call me that again.”
~or~
matsuhana feels and cuddles
Time and Distance, by kiyala
Matsukawa is attending university in Kyoto. Hanamaki comes to visit.
Kaleidoscope, by tookumade
Fall in love in five cities.
press play, by airblends
“Makki, you want in on our intro?” Oikawa gestures with his hand.
“Nah, I already promised Issei we’d do one for his channel. There are only so many intros a man can film in a day.”
“Issei, huh?” Oikawa’s lips settle into a knowing smirk. Iwaizumi coughs into his fist, gently prying the camera from Oikawa’s hands to turn it off.
Hanamaki’s face burns up, his cheeks a fiery red. “We’re just friends,” he says, the phrase rolling off his tongue by sheer reflex. He has lost count of how many times he’s typed it into the comment section beneath his videos. At this point he might just start to believe it himself.
New Ground, by kiyala
About new cities and new relationships.
Trusting Things Beyond Mistake, by twinkrevali
"‘I–’ Hanamaki starts, then stops, turning to face the lake and frowning as the words fail to reach him.
Matsukawa pushes himself up to look at Hanamaki properly, hands resting in his lap.
‘You,’ he prompts, and Hanamaki looks at him, eyes shining.
This must be, he thinks, what they call a moment of clarity."
Would You Rather, by jadedpearl
“Y’know,” Hanamaki says, stretching his arms above his head, “I don’t even get why Oikawa is the popular one. If this was an anime, I’d be the main character.”
The setting sun burns his edges gold, alights the sharp planes of his face. Matsukawa looks away, faces forward, towards the houses that wind out of sight.
“What makes you say that?” he replies easily, because things have always been just that, with Hanamaki.
too scared to say (that i want you), by urieskooki
"How could he not hate me if he knew?"
Falling in love with your best friend sucks.
one-way ticket, by noyabeans
post-chapter 258.
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in an alternate universe, they would be the ones on that screen, feet solidly planted on the smooth ground of the tokyo gym and the smell of air salonpas around them.
take my hand, take my whole life, too, by earlgrey_milktea
matsukawa and hanamaki, a few years down the road, and years to go, together.
all our stolen moments (i’d spend forever with you), by earlgrey_milktea
quiet moments between matsukawa and hanamaki.
it's all worth it, in the end.
Switched Jerseys, by chromyrose
After practice on an afternoon shortly before the Spring High tournament begins, they’re the last two people changing in the club room. The weather is starting to turn for the colder, and Hanamaki sighs when the cool air touches his heated skin after he takes his jersey off. He feels a warm hand on his back, and looks over his shoulder...
oh we’re fading fast / i miss missing you now and then, by earlgrey_milktea
It’s strange, missing someone. You find them in every thing you do, and you think you want them back, but you don’t. Not really. Not now, not like this.
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issei and the quiet that hanamaki left behind.
i thought i could tame these memories to keep me company like a housecat, by earlgrey_milktea
So he stayed here, in a house that hasn’t been a home in a long time, with a cat that keeps looking out the window as if waiting for someone that isn’t coming home.
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takahiro and the empty house and lonely cat that issei left behind.
those days are dead and gone (but we’re still here), by kythen
They're graduating today and Hanamaki doesn't want to get out of bed.
stranger things, by tinypersonhotel
In 2012, the men’s national volleyball team took home the bronze at the Asian Cup. Tokyo Skytree opened to the public. Also, the dashing Hanamaki Takahiro and painfully cool Matsukawa Issei started a radio show out of Aoba Johsai’s abandoned A/V room and accidentally became the two most popular guys in school.
Daily Password: [ ], by tookumade
“Neko Atsume?” Hanamaki says sleepily when he recognises the song coming from his phone. He opens his eyes with a mystified smile. “You’re still playing?”
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(written for Haikyuu!! MatsuHana Week - Day 1 - music)
tell them i love you, by tookumade
“Are you two serious about it, though?” Oikawa says dubiously after training when they’re leaving the clubroom together. “Could you seriously tell each other ‘I love you’?”
“Of course we’re serious!” protests Matsukawa at the same time Hanamaki says, “Of course we can!”
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(written for Haikyuu!! MatsuHana Week - Day 3 - romantic gesture)
like a river, by astersandstuffs
“Is that a confession? Are you actually confessing to me right now?”
“Hm. Yeah.”
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Or, they still have a lot to learn (and maybe that's the thing about being together).
Baby(sitting), Maybe, by tookumade
“One day,” says Hanamaki, “we’ll look back on this and laugh.”
“Mm-hm,” Matsukawa hums.
“It’ll be a cute little story. We’ll tell our friends, and they’ll laugh along with us. They might even be sympathetic.”
“Mmmm…”
“You’re absolutely right, sympathetic is reaching way too far.”
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(written for Haikyuu!! MatsuHana Week - Day 6 - children, bonds)
Matsuhana Week 2017, by h_lovely
Day 1: music//relationship goals Day 2: competition//petty Day 3: romantic gesture//fairy tale Day 4: in danger//leaving home Day 5: food//science Day 6: children//bonds Day 7: on video//surprises
A God for Every Season, by timkons
Mortals have all kinds of foolish tales, like how Hades and Persephone's annual reunion causes the seasons. Matsukawa knows better.
Habenaria Radiata, by tookumade
Hanamaki turns onto his side so that they’re facing each other, and his smile is warm; Matsukawa feels his heart skip a beat, as it always does whenever this happens, and he wonders when he’ll ever get used to it, when it’ll become normal enough that he doesn’t get butterflies in his stomach every time Hanamaki smiles at him.
(Probably never, if he’s being honest with himself. He is content with this.)
take my heart and put it in your pocket, by Frenchibi
Issei blinks. “I ain’t drinkin’ any of your froofy Christmas Latte thingies.” “Orange Caramel Mocha.” “What?” “Vanilla Chai Latte.” “Ew.” “Cinnamon Hot Chocolate.” Issei rolls his eyes, resigned. “Fine. That doesn’t sound too awful.”
Remind Me, by tookumade
For Hanamaki and Matsukawa, their first meeting consists of a small accident, a terrible first impression, and the start of something new—maybe something better.
(In which they learn to keep trying, and to try again.)
like twinkling lights and the warmth of your hand, by earlgrey_milktea
mattsun and makki go on an impromptu date.
in a daze, by wyverning
The sound of a camera shutter goes off, and Issei lazily cracks open an eye to see Hanamaki grinning down at him, phone held loosely in one hand.
“That was the best Kunimi impression I’ve ever seen,” he says by way of explanation.
Clueless, by Elleh
If anyone had asked Issei how he’d thought his night would end, he’d have never said: catching my best friend moaning my name while fucking himself.
There’s an odd second, between Issei entering their room and sliding the door of the bedroom open, in which Issei is still oblivious. Skin prickling, a sudden dryness in his mouth, but oblivious. He’s taking his shoes off when the first moan catches him.
He stills right on the spot, a shoe hanging from his finger, the other hand half-way to opening the bedroom. Issei swallows, images of Hanamaki with a girl from the hotel, that’s why he didn’t want to come with us drink, the bitter taste that realisation leaves behind. Issei shouldn’t care Hanamaki’s having sex with someone, but the sourness turns into rage—and maybe disappointment. He’s gonna have a serious conversation about boundaries and, you know, could you let me know in advance, so I find—
“Issei… Mmmh, fuck.”
IOU, by Karasuno Volleygays
Matsukawa Issei goes in for a tattoo and ends up with an interesting new friend in Hanamaki Takahiro. Soon his visits to his tattoo artist's studio in the back of a restaurant become a highlight of his days, and that's before feelings start to wriggle their way into the picture.
take a screenshot, it’ll last longer, by h_lovely
It’s all fun and games until someone pops a boner in a staff meeting.
lapsus linguae, by astersandstuffs
“I’m literally your best friend,” Matsukawa says.
Takahiro pauses. “Shit. You’re right.”
Reflex, by hiuythn
Nobody likes to talk about how Hanamaki and Matsukawa met, which is a shame, because they both think it's the funniest fucking thing to ever happen to either of them.
my way home, by tookumade
Matsukawa has been sitting at their freshly-placed dining table and staring at his copy of their new apartment keys for at least an hour.
(Hanamaki checks his watch. Okay, five minutes; same thing.)
first light, by tookumade
Iwaizumi and Oikawa immediately break out into booing and gagging noises, because as much as they both think themselves mature and reasonable people, they are honestly idiots. Matsukawa just grins and takes a sip of his own beer, pleased, but Hanamaki is frozen, eyes wide and a blush creeping across his face in a way that had nothing to do with the beer.
Tactical Retreat, by Karasuno Volleygays
After years of getting their asses handed to them by the seemingly psychic Iwaoi bond, Issei and Takahiro opt to spend the rest of their paintballing trip engaged in other activities.
Mirror Flower, Water Moon, by h_lovely
Matsukawa’s gaze lingers on Hanamaki. He’s talking about something, ranting on and Matsukawa isn’t sure about what at this point. He should be listening really, how rude of him. But spring has just sprung and the little pink petals dotting the sidewalk match so pleasantly with the strawberry shade of Hanamaki’s short-clipped hair.
(Or, a study on timing and how to get it right.)
quidditch gloves, parchment, and custard cream, by h_lovely
After class, Matsukawa finds Hanamaki in the tall cushy grass by the lake.
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Feature Friday with Jorge Valencia and Morgan King
Happy Friday, y’all. After a few days of bad weather, we’re looking forward to enjoying the sunshine this weekend with some trips out to the land to get some fresh air and let the kiddos run around. Any fun plans you’re looking forward to?
Today’s Feature Friday is a beautiful couple who takes turns answering questions and discuss their coming out stories, what their environment was like growing up, and where they see themselves in 5 years. We loved getting to know Jorge and Morgan and we think you will, too. Check out what we mean below…
What is your favorite place that you’ve ever travelled to and why? Zermatt, Switzerland. We went there on our honeymoon because we love skiing together and the food is incredible, too. The slopes there are really amazing and we really improved our technique.
Where did you grow up? What was your environment like? Jorge: I was raised catholic and I would go to church every Sunday with my parents when I was a kid. But at some point during my early teens, my brother and I started questioning and disagreeing with a lot that we would hear the priest say. We eventually stopped going. My parents were very respectful of that and never forced us to go. Mexico City is like 99% catholic so we didn’t get to experience a lot of other religions or denominations, so iit wasn't until I moved to New York City that I realized I could find another church that aligned better with the way I think.
Morgan: I call myself a recovering evangelical. It’s almost like waking up after years in a different reality where women couldn’t be leaders, education was an afterthought, and I could never, not in a million years, be with a man. Now, I’m only about 1000 miles away from my hometown but it feels like a whole different world. 
How did that shape who you are as a person? J: My parents are both scientists, so that for sure had an influence on my interests and on what I do now. Besides science, they were also very vocal about trying to be as happy as we can by surrounding ourselves with people we love, doing something you’re passionate about and being healthy. That’s been stuck in my mind since I was a kid.
M: The (one?) good thing about evangelicalism is hope. I have hope for a better world, a better future, and even though I view the world really differently than I once did, that hope is still very much alive. 
What is one thing you love about yourself? J: I think I am very determined. It might take me some time to make up my mind about something but once I decide I want to do something I won’t stop until it’s done.
M: My enthusiasm about little things.
What brings you the most joy in life? J: Little traditions that Morgan and I have like going to the Macy’s parade on Thanksgiving or re-watching Gilmore Girls (only!) in the fall even though we end up disliking Rory even more every time we watch it.
M: Those simple days when life together is just plain good.
How old were you when you came out? What was your experience like? J: I was 19. I told myself I would come out when I was in a relationship and that’s what I did. The night I decided to come out to my parents I couldn’t stop crying. My parents found me in my room and, after a few hours and many tears, I told them.
M: I was 23. I had always been attracted to men, but I didn’t realize (or hadn’t seen, really) that actually loving a man might be an option. My first few months at seminary, I realized that being gay was a gift and part of my call to mininstry. A few months later, I wrote a 10 page paper explaining it all to my parents, hopped on a plane to Paris, and just got away from everything for a week.
How did your friends and family take it? J: I was lucky enough to have a very supportive family who has shown me a thousand times that they would do anything for me. Seeing them interact with Morgan is one of my greatest joys.
M: My parents didn’t come to our wedding this past December. I still love them. And I believe they love me, too. But love is complicated. Needless to say, I don’t see anyone from home much. 
What did you learn about yourself in the coming out process? J: I spent most of my teen years angry at myself and at life. At the time I didn't know why I felt like that but looking back it is probably because I knew I was different, but I didn’t know if I would ever have the courage to come out and be myself. But once I did, I let go of all that anger as well.
M: I learned that being different is dangerous, but also that it doesn’t have to be that way. 
What would you tell today’s LGBTQ youth who are struggling to come out in fear they won’t be accepted by family, friends, society? J: Coming out is one of the best things you can do. There’s nothing compared to that feeling of freedom that you get after doing it. It is liberating. But it is also very hard depending on your background, so I would say make sure that you have a support system. If you’re worried your family is not gonna react the way you want them, make sure you have a friend or someone to talk to before coming out to them. And also remember it takes time for them to adjust and get used to the idea. Give them time.
M: Acceptance is important, but finding the ability, somehow, to not let anyone else define you might be even better.
What is a difficult or challenging obstacle you've overcome in your life or hope to overcome? J: turns out getting a PhD in biomedical sciences is way harder than I expected. It involves facing a lot of frustration, self-doubt and more anxiety I ever thought I would have to deal with.
M: Some days are more difficult than others, trying to balance my pride and love of my life with Jorge and my commitment to my family even when they aren’t supportive.
Who is your biggest inspiration and why? J: My parents because I am where I am right now thanks to them. They went to grad school while my brother and I were in elementary school, and now as a grad student myself I don’t know how they raised two kids and got their PhDs. They even held down jobs at the same time to give me and my brother everything we needed. Also, Morgan’s strength and love inspire me everyday. It is easy to give up on relationships after you’re hurt or when you don’t exactly get what you need out of a one, but he chooses to work on them instead of taking the easy way out. 
M: My mom’s dad (“Granddady”). He had an alcoholic father and was barely able to go to school because of having to help around the family farm. Around age 16, he left for the “big city” (Chattanooga) and ended up being the first in our family to go to college. He’s one of the kindest, most generous people I know [and, yes, of course Jorge is one of my heros, too :)]
Where do you see yourself in five years? J: I’ve lived in different cities since I started college but I have really fallen in love with New York so hopefully we will still be living here in 5 years even after I finish my PhD. I also see a puppy in our future.
M: We’ve actually both lived many places. I’ve moved 12 times in 8 years to 5 different cities. I am ready to find a more permanent home somewhere in New York with my husband.
Thank you so much Jorge & Morgan! We hope you have a beautiful weekend, friends and stay safe! xx
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lucky-bucky-boy · 5 years ago
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Fall
Pairing: None at the moment, eventual College!Bucky x Reader Word Count: 1960 Summary: Reader is introduced to the friend group Warnings: The pining has begun A/N: This is the second chapter of Boys Like you. Masterlist Here / Series Masterlist Taglist: @frenchzodiacgirl  @johnnynunzio @all-art-is-useless @necromaniackat @sunflwerstark
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Early morning alarms, blankets too warm to leave, a tinge of regret at the choice for a 9am class. Rustling of unorganized clothes, quick application of mascara and a hint of gloss, a cup of coffee in one hand and bag thrown over the other shoulder. Scurrying feet of people excited to start their first week of college, sluggish walk of those ready to get the year over with. 
A bubble of anticipation as more chairs scraped against the floor, a need for the caffeinated drink that was almost gone, an observing gaze taking in every person. Mixed group of kids, some obviously freshman, a few looking like they were seniors probably needing another elective to graduate. A few cliqued together groups already forming: a few cheerleaders sitting together in the back, the group of nerds front and center, an oddly pretty blonde football player sitting to the right of the middle with presumably friends starting to sit around him. 
They were intriguing more than anything as they filed in. The blonde sported a Letterman jacket that had “ "Captain” Rogers" on it, a girl with fiery red hair wearing all black, from the boots to her leather jacket plopping into the seat next to him, hand moving to ruffle his hair. Next was a tall man with a sharp stubbled jawline that exuded warmth, oddly followed by your dormmate Wanda, a gorgeous dark skinned girl that had flowing dark brown locks that curled naturally and perfectly and seemed like the type to keep to herself. 
Finally was a boy who was far too handsome for his own good, bright blue eyes that were easily noticeable across the room, long dark brown hair pulled back into a low bun. A pair of grey sweatpants that hugged his thighs perfectly, a plain white t shirt, and his letterman jacket that read “Barnes”. His brooding demeanor quickly diminished when he saw him friends, breaking into a breathtaking grin, sitting behind the blonde. 
Half a mind to go over there, the opportunity was ceased as the professor walked in, introducing himself as Dr.Strange and welcoming everyone to “A Walk Through World’s History”. An eccentric but strict and respectable man, one you easily found yourself respecting and wanting to please and impress. 
Class went on smoothly, syllabus handed out, class introductions where thankfully anxiety didn’t get the best of you. The brunette introduced himself as “James, but everyone calls me Bucky”, and it was already decided that Wanda would be getting questioned about her friend. It was hard not to steal glances of him, but it was the first day of class and falling heads over heels for someone like him was not the best idea. It was difficult however with the teeth pulling redundancy of how first days went. It would be easier next class to not get distracted, there would be something to focus on, hopefully.
Classes melted together in their repetitive nature; “Hi. I’m your professor. Who are you? Alright next. Okay, so now for the syllabus.” A sigh of relief as the last class of Mondays was over and a hint of annoyance when the whole week ended up just as repetitive. It was expected, every first week of school is the worst to get through, easier to watch paint dry than to sit in a chair for hours being told and retold and lectured on policies and procedures of the college and classroom.
Friday held a beautiful forecast, the sun setting a warmth in the air as clouds danced across the sky, a slight breeze that made being outside all the more welcoming. Perfect weather to explore the campus or grab a blanket and watch movies until the dark of night. But that’s not what Wanda had planned.
A night earlier in the week spent rearranging the room, beds on either side of the room with both dresser at the foot of one and both desks at the end of the other. The two of you had set up a television and a few game systems which you assumed was for the two of you to relax. Except Wanda was more social than she seemed.
Nothing wrong with having friends over, but nothing could have prepared you for the group of kids that walked in as all the weeks homework was sprawled out on the bed and laptop open to some YouTube video, various snack wrappers littered on the mess as well. A slight feel of embarrassment as the group of Wanda’s friends from Dr.Strange’s class walked in. 
Each and everyone one greeted Wanda before finding various places to sit in the slightly too small space. Quickly moving to clean up, a move too fast had you bumping into someone, looking up to see the brunette from class, a soft smile gracing his lips. 
“Sorry,” you mumbled.
“Got everything, doll?” He asked, not letting you answer before helping you clean your bed off as his friends started catching up on what happened over the brief few hours they didn’t see each other. 
He ignored your insisting that you had it, throwing trash away and stacking you papers neatly on your desk. “I’m Bucky by the way,” he smiled. 
“Oh, uh, I’m (Y/N). Here sit, sorry Wanda kinda sprung it on me last minute that she invited you all over.” A mumbled apology as you fixed yourself on the bed, covering yourself up and grabbing your phone. 
“Its all good really. You hungry?” He asked pulling his phone out.
“I uh- kinda? I can always eat.”
Bucky turned to look at his friends, “You assholes want pizza?” A chorus of agreements as his bright blue eyes turned to look at you. “What kind, doll?”
A night that ended up being more fun than anticipated. Anxiety fueled decisions kept any bad mistakes from being made. But with every passing moment an ache to be a little closer to Bucky would persist. 
Throughout the night you grew to learn a little about everyone. Steve was the quarterback of the football team and a sweet little Christian boy who was a junior, along with the rest of his friends. They knew Wanda because of Sam, who played soccer with Wanda’s twin Pietro, and may also be the person Wanda had a crush on but that was something not yet confirmed. The pretty redhead was Natasha, a child of Russian immigrant parents who grew up on the rougher side of town and had a mean exterior, but was a softie at heart.
Then Bucky. Real name James, but he adopted the name Bucky, a shortened version of his middle name. He was a junior, majoring in pre-law with a minor in business. He could speak fluent Romanian and Russian. And was a ladies man. 
It was obvious really, but something about the confirmation made a tinge of pain fill your chest. He was so sweet and gentlemanly, a kind and courteous nature with an almost mysterious smile making every girl wonder what he could be hiding. It would be so easy to fall for him. 
A silent promise to yourself as they all left, you wouldn’t become another notch in his belt. Despite the dazzling smile he gave you, and the warm hug, the thanks for letting them intrude, the slide of his (and the rest of the groups) number into your palm with a lingering touch. You wouldn’t be his next prey. Your mother warned you of boys like him.
The sound of way too earlier alarms for a Saturday morning, the smell of coffee brewing, the warmth of the sun creeping in through the blinds, a groan as you turned to your dorm mate who was already wide awake on reading a book. 
“Good Morning!” She chirped at you, eyes never leaving her book. 
“Why’re you up so early?” Another groan as you say up, stretching the last bit of sleep from your muscles. 
“Well, me and the rest of the group decided that every Saturday morning we’d all have breakfast together. And per someone’s request who I am not allowed to say, I was to wake you up and see if you wanted to join us.” Wanda finished her sentence as she sat her book down on her night stand. “Care to join the living for a quick breakfast before all of them head to practice?”
A soft sigh as you grabbed your phone, checking the time to read 7:30 am. “How long do I have?”
“We’re meeting them at 8:30, figured I’d give you enough time to shower if you wanted.”
A soft nod as you stood. “Sure, but,” a playful glare sent her way, “Next time, I’ll hide your phone charger so I can sleep in.”
A soft melody of a giggle, “Noted. Now go get ready.”
A warm shower that wasn’t quite long enough, a quick application of mascara and lip gloss, a warm fuzzy light blue sweater and a pair of black high waisted jeans, worn out converse - perfect way to start the morning of an all too chilly summer Saturday. Wanda led the way as the two of you chatted, it was becoming easier to call her your friend. Sure she was from a more wealthy family, and could sometimes be a pain, but she was down to earth and genuine with every word.
It had only been a week and she was already pushing you to be out of your shell. A passing comment you thought that went unnoticed about hoping to find more than one friend this semester and she had already introduced you to a whole group. A good hearted, strong souled girl you couldn’t help but admire.
Walking into the food hall, the groups of varsity jacketed boys was quick to find, heading in their direction. This time Wanda’s brother was there as well as a smaller boy. Standing off to the side awkwardly you watched as Wanda tousled her brothers hair, standing behind him for a moment before hugging him while he sat. “Is the white hair helping you get any like you hoped?” She teased, earning a laugh from everyone in the group.
A prayer that Wanda would acknowledge your existence again was cut off by a warm hand on your shoulder, turning your attention you saw Bucky, smiling warmly. “Hey, (Y/N/N),” he hummed softly. “Since Wanda is preoccupied - Hey, Pete,” the smaller boy look up from his plate of food, smiling softly, “That’s Peter, hes the kicker for the football team. And the boy with silver hair is Peitro, Wanda’s twin brother who you will very quickly come to learn it 7 minutes and 42 seconds younger than her. She pulls it a lot. Hes on the soccer team, not sure what position though.”
The warm smile never left his lips as he pulled his hand away. “Go grab your food, you can sit next to me when you get back.”
A breakfast that quickly reminded you of breakfast at home, laughter and grumbled groans of tiredness, too much food and a warmth that just embodied happiness. Jokes and smiles, everyone stealing off of each others plates. 
The insistent nagging in your ear to remind you not to glance of Bucky too often, the flutter of your heart you tried to ignore whenever his leg would briefly touch yours. A slight blush when he was so kind as to even take your plate and clean up your mess without even asking. 
As the group begin to leave, Steve came up to you, a soft welcoming smile on his face. “You don’t have to be a stranger in class now, mkay?” His voice has a slight tease to it. “You’re one of us now. And don’t let Barnes scare you off.”
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the-blueberry-jellyfish · 5 years ago
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Discord Exchange
Just gonna post the bios and stuff here so it's all together and organized. Whoever gets me can pick anyone from this list, you to do✌️✨ Got some dbz and some non-dbz choices. Some of them have a few more pictures in their tags, but not all. I don't care if my gift is written or drawn🦑 And, particularly if you're writing, feel free to include your own oc in whatever's going on, if it helps you get things rolling or whatever. I feel like y'all have the harder job😂💙
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Cam
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He/Him, 5'5", gay ace
Cam's babie c: Well, kinda lol. He grew up in an orphanage and spent a few years homeless, on the street. Nowadays, after carving out a place for himself through a series of turf wars, he's the gang boss of his city's second most prominent gang. He lives in a motel he owns and runs, which is his primary source of income. He's outgoing and friendly, despite the violent side of him and treats his gang members like family. He doesn't much like death, since he's seen so much of it, but views it as a necessary evil, depending on the circumstance. Basically you're all good and taken care of if you're on his good side, but probs in hot shit if you're on his bad side. He doesn't like spending time alone. He would rather sit in silence with someone else than be alone in a room. He's been able to come to terms with things like being alone to go to sleep and such, but if he's ever forced into isolation, it gives him mad anxiety, dude. He refuses to spend more than $20 on anything and much prefers thrift stores and shoplifting😂 He's more okay paying for things at family owned establishments, but he doesn't like to give big companies money lmao. He really loves listening to people play music live, especially if it's jazz music. And just, ,, has to dance😤👏👏👏 He absolutely loves animals and is always setting out water and extra food for the strays. He's named the ones he sees regularly and is working on getting little shelters built for them😭💙🐶🐱✨ He also will bury any dead strays and roadkill that he finds. He feels like they deserve that much.
Likes: His gang members, jazz, PURPLE!! and pink!!, sleeveless shirts and jackets, thrifting, ANIMALS😭💙, gaudy ass decorations😂, gaudy ass anything tbh, pasta, his rainbow steletto switchblade😗💙✨
Dislikes: Being alone, "gross yellows", authority figures, rich people, beING ALONE, spending money😪💸, hot days, seeing people struggle, drugs, BEING ALONE
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Gale
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He/Him, 6'10", pan
Asshole. Asshole man. Will kick your ass np and can be a bit of a bully to those he perceives as being weak. He's not afraid to voice his opinion, not really caring about what other people think of him, and takes an instant disliking to people who are snobby or authority figures. He tends to be quick-tempered and closed off to others, but to those he cares about he's fiercely protective and loyal. He will kill for those few, special people and really only feels truly at ease with those people. He has trouble processing and expressing his emotions a lot of the time, especially more complex ones, which can lead to him just defaulting into a grumpy state. He doesn't really have any true hobbies because he was never able to healthily explore those types of things, so he usually just relaxes in his free time, which is fine with him because he tends to stress😂 Though, he is a bit of an adrenaline junkie and won't say no to going out and doing stupid things just for the sake of doing them😂👏✨ He has an absolutely massive, and also ever-growing, candle collection. He doesn't like to turn down buying new ones when he sees them, so it's resulted in every flat surface in his home being covered with candles. No, he doesn't think it's weird and no, he doesn't think that's too many candles. Aaaand though he hates cleaning, he can't stand for things to be messy or untidy because it gives him massive anxiety, so everything is always put away and clean 😤
Likes: CANDLES!!! (it's not a 'like' it's an obsession), alcohol, everything to be clean, blue and yellow, just... relaxing, horror movies, cold weather, attention, just about any kind of attention, making memories via doing stupid shit😂
Dislikes: People with an holier-than-thou attitude, jewelry, CLUTTER AND MESSES, bright ass lime green, horses (those bitches scary), people who are mean to kids (they get an extra ass kicking (ง'̀-'́)ง )
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Isa
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She/Her, 5', straight
My spunky gal! My little firecracker! She’s super outgoing, sweet, and friendly. In fact, she likes to be friends with everyone. Tends to go after the loner type people for friends though bc she thinks they need the love lol. And she’s got lots of love and support to give them. She’s the type of person that’s always there for anyone who’s going through a rough patch, trying to help them find a solution to the problem. She’s not very good at recognizing that someone doesn’t want her help though lmao. She thinks that everyone can be good under the right circumstances and surrounded by the right people. She likes to just let loose and have fun. She’s usually very carefree, silly, and up for trying new things. She’s also pretty damn hyper though lmao. She’s constantly a walking bundle of energy and excitement. Because of this, a lot of people just, ,, can't handle to be around her very long. It's definitely... a lot😂💙 And as nice as she is, she’s a feisty little shit and isn’t afraid of anyone. She’s gotten into a couple of fights with people she mmmaaayyybe shouldn't have fought and earned a few scars, but she just thinks they’re cool ¯\_(ツ)_/¯ No one’s gonna step on her and they most definitely aren’t gonna step on her family. She just. Has no fear😂 She's far too optimistic to think that anything irreversibly bad could actually happen. Everything can be fixed 😂👏✨
Likes: Food, lots of food, making new friends (especially if they're grumps or bad people she can annoy into not being bad😂), picnics, going on runs and outside adventures, spending time with family and friends, when everyone gets along, cute babies
Dislikes: Sitting still, doing nothing all day, bitches that come around just to cause trouble, alcohol, overly pessimistic mindsets
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Klovnie
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STINKY MAN ALERT😂 Him and his twin, Klaunie (Spork's), are assassans. They're suuuper close and wouldn't really... be able to function without the other. Klov certainly couldn't, that's for sure😂 Klaunie pretty much takes care of and watches over him because he has no impulse control and no self-preservation instinct. He's prone to going barreling into situations without knowing much of anything about it. So yeah. The money they get from their job is just an added bonus to him because he very much enjoys his job. A little too much 🤡🤡🤡 Hgbgh. He has a big fascination with taxidermy and may or may not experiment with taxidermy on his victims. Ahem. He has... many people mounted on his walls. It's no big deal, don't worry about it. Oh yeah, and he's also a cannibal kjhkjhgj it's fine👌✨ The whole clown aesthetic comes from his family, who are all a part of a traveling circus. Though, only he and Klaunie are, ,, let's say odd,, , lmao. Which causes some issues. But aside from clowning, taxidermy, and his job, he likes to paint or sculpt in his free time. Though his artworks are, um... pretty abstract lmao. You don't have to understand it, just nod and smile 😂💕✨ Though, if you're genuinely interested, he's always more than happy to explain c: He's also a very good dancer and is always looking to imporove further. Come dance with him👀😂💙✨ He likes stars a lot and always signs things with a star instead of his name⭐️ In his mind, the star symbol is his name and you won't convince him otherwise. He has a big ol' mallet and her name is Tuesday Night Cherrypop Supreme. She's the love of his life and she's a good smash-y girl😂
Likes: Klaunie, Tuesday Night Cherrypop Supreme, finding roadkill, GLITTER! SPARKLES! SEQUINS!, adding a new taxidermy person to his room😂, pudding, sneaking bites of food before it's ready, singing and dancing, smeLLING THINGS, cheesy knock knock jokes!
Dislikes: Being ignored, people being mean to Klaunie, burnt food >:•c , overly plain things, missing a joke, people who refuse to have a good time🤡
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disabled-queen-hc-blog · 6 years ago
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Sunrises and Sunsets
Anon asked: Gonna bring back autistic!joger and ask for a proposal :))))
Your wish is my command, love.
There were thousands upon thousands of crystalline lights shimmering and dancing on top the purple water. The waves rolled in, slowly but steadily, the white foam whispering hisses as it reached the shore, only to slide back into the depths. The sand, like tiny shards of glass, glinted at the setting sun, the sky and puffy clouds brilliant shades of orange and pink. Colors that shouldn’t go together, but somehow did when painted on by mother earth.
John breathed in the salty air, eyes fluttering shut as a gust of wind blew through his curly hair. His toes and fingers sunk into the scratchy sand, taking in the feeling of the majesty that was the beach at dusk. There wasn’t a soul around him, besides the gulls cawing in the horizon and Roger, who sat right next to him.
Roger was reclined on a folding chair, shades drawn down, eyes focused on the glistening sea before them, listening to the purr of the ocean and crackle of the shifting sand. It was magnificent, he had to admit. There was something about witnessing a sunrise or sunset that reminded you that the world could be beautiful. Even when things were hard or confusing or wrong, living and being alive and continuing on was so worth it. Even if it was all just to watch another sunset.
That sentiment never rang so true until now. Roger’s life had been filled with strife. Teased mercilessly by other children for acting different and threatened cold-bloodedly by other adults for loving different. His life was one of more personal failures than victories. It could’ve been so easy to give up, throw in the towel. He could’ve changed how he acted, mimicking others for the sake of the world rather than himself. He could’ve dated a nice girl, not for his own satisfaction but for the leering eyes around him. He could’ve done so many things differently at the cost of who he was.
But he didn’t. Sticking true to his character, he kept on going, kept fighting. All for the hope of seeing another sunrise.
And look where that got him?
Under their beach umbrella, John laid back, his hair puffing out around his head like a halo, grey eyes landing on the man next to him. A gap-toothed smile grew on his face as he rested his hands on his stomach, a faint blush spreading onto his face. It’s been 10 years since they got together and John still couldn’t look at Roger without going absolutely pink.
“I had a lot of fun today,” John said, his gaze falling down to stop the fluttering in his tummy.
“Did you?” Roger asked, smiling too, failing to resist the urge to lightly pinch John’s cheek, which made him squeak and squirm.
Today really had been tremendous. It was date day. Every first Wednesday of the month was. They started off with breakfast in a little diner. John with a mile-high stack of pancakes and Roger’s usual tea and bacon, eggs and toast.
Next was a mid-morning walk around the park. It was the park Roger had asked John to be his boyfriend in. The coincidence was not lost on John, who happily pointed to the bench where it all happened, clapping as he recalled the memory. God, Roger had been so sweaty. He was a nervous sweater, unfortunately. Not that it mattered to John. After he had agreed, the spent the better part of an hour jumping around like idiots, both getting drenched in sweat.
They sat there and talked for a while, about nothing in particular, about the weather, about the dishwasher in their house that was broken, about the songbirds fluttering about. At noon, they departed.
It was a week day, so the bowling alley was empty. Just how John preferred it. No cacophony of dozens of people chattering, 5 balls crashing at once, cheers and groans. It was just the two of them. And to be honest, they both were horrible at the game, so not having witnesses to their mediocrity was another benefit. They did try their damnedest though. They would howl with laughter when the other got a ball in the gutter and flap away when they knocked even a single pin down. The one worker manning the fort couldn’t help but to chuckle at the two hyper men as they fist bumped after getting a combined score of 60.
After a rigorous hour bowling their hearts out and with stomachs filled with stale pretzels, it was time to go to the movies. They picked a scary movie because getting scared was fun even if it wasn’t romantic. John loved to pretend he was so scared that he needed Roger to hold him. Roger loved that too, squishing John up to him in his arms while John just giggled as if they were the only two people in the theater. But this time around, Roger seemed nervous. He kept fidgeting in his seat, fingers drumming away quietly on the arm rests. John thought maybe the movie was too scary for Roger, so this time he held the drummer and made a mental note to watch a comedy come next date night. Roger just smiled, still fidgety as ever even in his boyfriend’s grip.
They both exited the thriller, eyes wide and mouths agape. The movie had been much more frightening than anticipated, the both of them clinging to each other only half way through. But they made it out alive, dignities not intact. Roger let out the shrillest (and cutest) scream at one point.
This was usually the end of their date, so they both hopped into Roger’s car and got onto the road. John started to talk about the movie and speculate on theories when he stopped abruptly, tugging on Roger’s shoulder.
“You missed a turn!” He said, watching as the exit to their part of the city flew past them.
“I know,” Roger said with a cheeky smile, eyes still on the road.
“Aren’t you gonna turn around? There’s no way to get back home from here if you keep going,” John said, head cocked forward to get into Roger’s peripheral vision.
“Nope,” Roger replied, chuckling.
John sat back in his seat, eyes squinted, very confused. He side eyed Roger, not sure what the blond had in mind. It was date night after all. He could’ve added something secretly to the agenda.
Which was a mistake on Roger’s part because John hated secrets. Christmas was hell.
While he rocked back and forth in his seat, John asked, “Where are we going?”
“’S a secret,”
“Where are we going?”
“I dunno,”
“Where are we going?”
“Somewhere!”
“Where?”
“A place,”
“Wheeerrreeeeeeeeee?”
“The beach!”
Roger was bad at keeping secrets especially while being grilled so geniusly by John, who now sat quietly stimming with his fingers, a big grin on his face. Cute bastard.
It took them awhile to get there, Roger parking the car as the sun started its slow descent in the sky. John kicked off his shoes as Roger pulled out the two beach chairs and umbrella he had in the boot of his car.
The couple lugged what little cargo they had onto the most perfect spot on the near deserted beach, right by some hills that provided them with some additional shade. After a brief set up, they sat and watched as the world grew darker and quieter and all the more beautiful.
Another salt laden breeze tickled through their hair, the thunder of crashing waves echoing through the beach. They didn’t even notice, grey and blue eyes holding on another’s stare, mixing somehow to make a rainbow.
Stuttering hearts. Shaking limbs. Abated breathe. Just like it was 10 years ago. Just like it was every single day. Now was the time, Roger thought. The perfect moment.
He got up from his chair, head woozy with anticipation. He kneeled down, both knees digging into the sand and began to speak, voice trembling.
“John Richard Deacon, I love you. You know that. You have given me so much love, clarity and support this past decade that I’ve had the privilege of loving you. You’re my best friend, my confidant, my lover and you just get me. And I need you to know it doesn’t go unnoticed,”
“All I ever want is for you to be happy. To be safe. To feel loved. I never thought I’d be a man to, um, settle down and all, but you did that. You.”
“John, I want to listen to you talk about Snow White and wires and basses for the rest of my life. Will you be my husband?”
Roger reached into his pocket, pulling out the box that was weighing on his mind all day and opened it.
John came face to face with the ring, mouthing dropping, eyes going wide. He couldn’t even say anything; his brain had stopped working from the shock. So, he did the next best thing.
He tackled Roger to the ground, attacking his face with kisses, overwhelmed tears dripping down his cheeks.
John was never good with words, so Roger considered this the yes he’d been dreaming of for the past few months.
He laughed, wrapping his arms around John, eyes shut as he let himself be drowned in kisses. His heart was still beating loudly in his chest, not from anxiety anymore, but relief.
“I’m taking that as a yes,” he said, voice muffled by John’s rapid-fire kisses and blubbering.
“Yes! Yes!” John repeated back, voice finally able to make intelligible words again.
“Well, put the ring on, you animal,” Roger said, still clutching the opened box in his hand. John’s ear grew hot, rolling off of Roger and holding his left hand out. That’s how they did it in movies, right?
Roger shook off some sand before he sat up, pulling the ring out and slipping it delicately onto John’s finger. It fit like a charm.
“Like Cinderella,” John whispered. Roger nodded with a grin.
John looked down at the ring, taken aback by its simple beauty. A plain gold band flickered with the suns dying rays, three circle cut diamonds sitting in a row, the middle one the largest.
“It’s gorgeous,” he mouthed
“It is,” Roger replied, grabbing John’s hand in his own and kissing the knuckles softly.
They sat in an awed silence, glancing at rings and the loves of their lives before John blurted out, “I’ll have to get you a ring too. A big one,” While John enjoyed modesty, Roger was far from it. He’d need a ring that’d put their friend Elton John to shame. Something obnoxious, shiny and did he mention shiny?
Roger waggled his eyebrows, only imagining what John would concoct in the jewelers. A lot of square cuts. And silver, oh silver looked pretty on him. And a-
“Look, the sun’s already set,” John pointed to the sky using his left hand, the sky now a light navy, a few stars already shining through the cloak of night.
Roger hmmed in surprise, never even having noticed the sun dipping so dangerously below the horizon. He’d made it past another sunset.
John without so much as a word got up onto his feet and starting flapping, hopping about. He’d never been so shocked that he forgot to stim before. It was time to get all those rumbly sparklers out from him.
“We’re married!” he shouted, the empty beach shouting it back to him. He flapped so hard, hair bouncing, head shaking from side to side.
Roger shared the sentiment, getting up to jump on the sand, which was harder than it looked, flapping and squealing back, “We’re getting married!”
“Married! Married!” the two said, bouncing around the beach, the sky littered in stars, the waves frothing and rolling and the wind cool. They continued their celebration, holding hands and yelling excitedly until their knees hurt and they were covered in sweat.
10 years of sunrises and sunsets and nothing had changed.
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doodlebugsandbumblebees · 5 years ago
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You are straight-up a very sweet Hufflepuff whom I would be delighted to know any and everything about, so is it alright if I go ahead and ask EVERY question for the question meme?
Awww, wow!!  That really means a lot, thank you so much!
Alright here we go then!  We’re going to get to know me a whole lot better lol because these questions are pretty fun.  Obviously this will be a pretty long post so I’m putting it all under the read more
weird asks that say a lot
1. coffee mugs, teacups, wine glasses, water bottles, or soda cans?
Coffee mugs I think.  I have a pretty big collection of those.
2. chocolate bars or lollipops?
This one is hard!  Probably chocolate bars though.
3. bubblegum or cotton candy?
Cotton candy 100%.
4. how did your elementary school teachers describe you?
Hmmmm, I think hardworking and sweet came up a lot?  I was very much a teacher’s pet and the perfectionist anxiety set in early lol so I was a busy, over-achieving bee.
5. do you prefer to drink soda from soda cans, soda bottles, plastic cups or glass cups?
I prefer soda bottles.  Glass bottles especially.
6. pastel, boho, tomboy, preppy, goth, grunge, formal or sportswear?
It really depends?  But I guess I’m more tomboy style than anything else.
7. earbuds or headphones?
Earbuds because I like to have one in and one out so I can still hear what’s going around me.
8. movies or tv shows?
TV shows because I like having more time to get to know the characters (and domestic/casual situations for overpowered or zany characters are way more likely to happen in a show than a movie and I live for those lol).
9. favorite smell in the summer?
Rain on pavement because it just storms and storms in the summer and it’s so nice.
10. game you were best at in p.e.?
Hmmm I was good at anything that involved running?  And games that involved those wheely board things you sat on and scooted around on were always fun.
11. what you have for breakfast on an average day?
It varies?  Bagels or toast most often I guess.
12. name of your favorite playlist?
Sick beats.
13. lanyard or key ring?
Key ring with a little stuffed animal on it.  Right now mine has a bee on it and I love it.
14. favorite non-chocolate candy?
Jolly ranchers.
15. favorite book you read as a school assignment?
Tuesdays with Morrie was pretty good.
16. most comfortable position to sit in?
Criss-cross.
17. most frequently worn pair of shoes?
My plain white sneakers.  They’re not real pretty or anything but they’re very comfy and I don’t have to think about whether they match things.
18. ideal weather?
Partially cloudy all day, storm in the afternoon, cool in the evening.
19. sleeping position?
Always on one of my sides.
20. preferred place to write (i.e., in a note book, on your laptop, sketchpad, post-it notes, etc.)?
Notes on my phone or on my laptop with my typewriter keyboard.
21. obsession from childhood?
The Lion King and anything related to it.
22. role model?
Jane Goodall has been at least one of my role models since I was ten, but my mom is a big one too.
23. strange habits?
I’m still getting over periodically chewing my fingers?  Does that count?  I also have a quirk when it comes to touching certain metal things but especially coins so when someone hands me change I do everything I can to avoid touching it and hold it in the bills if I can.
24. favorite crystal?
Kinds of crystals I presume?  I’ve always liked rose quartzes and amethysts (especially amethyst geodes since I have a couple of those).
25. first song you remember hearing?
Probably something from Tarzan or Mary Poppins since those were my childhood movies.  So Stepping Time from Mary Poppins would be a good guess.
26. favorite activity to do in warm weather?
Swimming.
27. favorite activity to do in cold weather?
Walking around in it because it’s hardly ever truly cold here and I like to savor it.
28. five songs to describe you?
I change music taste every five minutes so I’m going to say songs that describe me right now are brand new by ben rector, just a quail by louie zong, turning out by ajr, everything stays by olivia olson, and hooked on a feeling by blue swede.
29. best way to bond with you?
It’s all in the time.  I get attached to people pretty easy as long as they’re nice and we can goof around, have fun, and talk about whatever.  So putting time in to hang out means a lot to me.
30. places that you find sacred?
Hmmm, being deep in forests feels sacred to me so there are certain waterfall hikes in the smokey mountains and along the blue ridge parkway and in Hawaii that seem very special to me.  And then disney world and disneyland will always have a sacredness to them for me because they’ve meant so much to me and the happiness it brings people is pretty magical.
31. what outfit do you wear to kick ass and take names?
My comfy jean shorts and either my yellowish flannel or my guardians of the galaxy shirt with my rebel jacket. 
32. top five favorite vines?
Caterpillar Rave
I Smell Like Beef
I Could’ve Dropped My Croissant
Michael with a B
This Is The Comedy Police
Honorable Mention: FR E S H A VOCA DO
33. most used phrase in your phone?
Probably “okay cool” because I say that a lot.
34. advertisements you have stuck in your head?
We are farmers, bum bud um bum bum bum bum.
35. average time you fall asleep?
1 AM.
36. what is the first meme you remember ever seeing?
Oh gosh the first one… probably one of those vines up there.  It might have been fre shavocado.  This was a long time ago though.
37. suitcase or duffel bag?
Suitcase.
38. lemonade or tea?
Tea because I can’t drink citrus without it setting my mouth on fire lol.
39. lemon cake or lemon meringue pie?
Lemon cake but I don’t have it often for the reason listed above.
40. weirdest thing to ever happen at your school?
Some kids in elementary did something weird in the trees behind our school because the teachers weren’t watching them (I never knew exactly what it was but it was Bad tm) but the teachers didn’t know exactly who it was so they punished the whole grade and we were forced to only play kickball during recess for like 7 months and it was the worst.  It’s not exactly weird per say but I always found it wild that the only conceivable thing they could think to do to solve this problem was force a bunch of scrawny, socially awkward, miserable children to play ground baseball with a permanently half-deflated rubber ball.
41. last person you texted?
My brother.
42. jacket pockets or pants pockets?
Pants pockets but only because I don’t get to use jacket pockets as often as I would like to.
43. hoodie, leather jacket, cardigan, jean jacket or bomber jacket?
I’m completely tied between hoodies and bomber jackets.
44. favorite scent for soap?
Ocean.
45. which genre: sci-fi, fantasy or superhero?
These are my three faves, not fair!!  Sigh, probably superhero because even with sci-fi and fantasy my faves tend to be my faves because they have superhero elements.  The colors, the Drama, the angst, the powers??  What’s not to love.
46. most comfortable outfit to sleep in?
Baggy t-shirt and athletic shorts.
47. favorite type of cheese?
Smoked gouda.
48. if you were a fruit, what kind would you be?
Watermelon.
49. what saying or quote do you live by?
“Keep moving forward.” from Meet the Robinsons most, but I also like “The bottom line is if you take a chance in life sometimes good things happen, sometimes bad things happen but, honey, if you don’t take a chance nothing happens.” from Dorothy in Golden Girls.
50. what made you laugh the hardest you ever have?
I don’t know about the hardest I ever have (because I am very lucky and have a very funny family so I laugh a lot) but watching vine compilations for the very first time with my siblings made me laugh really hard.
51. current stresses?
Fitting everything in.  Days just don’t feel long enough and social situations plus school stuff always get to me but I’m doing okay.
52. favorite font?
I do like times new roman even if it’s used a lot but I’ve been using the font yananeska for calligraphy stuff lately and it’s a cool one.
53. what is the current state of your hands?
They’re always a bit dry and on the warmish side but they’re pretty good.
54. what did you learn from your first job?
Have never had a job job but I volunteered in a library for like three years and it taught me to enjoy the details, slow down and enjoy the quiet, simple tasks, appreciate really excited kids, and try to help people whenever I can.
55. favorite fairy tale?
Aladdin or beauty and the beast I suppose?  I like that there’s multiple ways to interpret those stories and that they can be played with in some fun ways because they’re such interesting concepts by themselves.
56. favorite tradition?
How cities all over the world string up lights on things in the winter.  It means something different to everyone and some do it and some don’t which is totally fine, but this idea of lighting up the world during the bleakest month, and how some people go all out with colors and patterns and synced to music, and how everyone does it a bit different, and how entire cities are just smothered in lights means a lot to me.  I think it’s a very cool and very human thing to do.
57. the three biggest struggles you’ve overcome?
The tough year before my family moved, getting through my really intense anxiety years where I couldn’t travel in cars for more than fifteen minutes without throwing up, and my month away at art school.
58. four talents you’re proud of having?
Hmmm, I guess I’m pretty proud of my writing ability, my singing voice, my art skills, and my ability to talk to anyone.
59. if you were a video game character, what would your catchphrase be?
Probably something goofy like “YEET” or some variation of “That’s bonkers” because I do say those a lot.
60. if you were a character in an anime, what kind of anime would you want it to be?
Superhero.
61. favorite line you heard from a book/movie/tv show/etc.?
“That’s all it is, a leap of faith.” from Spiderman: Into the Spiderverse is still pretty special to me.  As is “I never thought I could do any of this stuff, but I can.” same movie.
62. seven characters you relate to?
Aaaaaaaa another hard one.  Whoo boy, right now my gut instinct is probably: Judy Hopps (Zootopia), Miles Morales (Into the Spiderverse), Raph (Rise of the Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles), Spiderham (Into the Spiderverse), Hagrid (Harry Potter), the firbolg (the adventure zone), and Sam-I-Am (Green Eggs and Ham).
63. five songs that would play in your club?
At the moment I would want you make my dreams by hall & oates, cantina band by John Williams, the bones by maren morris and hozier, hooked on a feeling by blue swede, and backflip by rivers cuomo to play.
64. favorite website from your childhood?
Coolmathgames.
65. any permanent scars?
I have a round scar on my elbow from when I skidded across the ground after crashing my bicycle.
66. favorite flower(s)?
I like lotus flowers, gardenias, and plumerias.
67. good luck charms?
My DnD dice, rocks (like my obsidian, sodalites, and amethysts), and my ten little lucky owl statues in different colors.
68. worst flavor of any food or drink you’ve ever tried?
Beverly soda is the worst but a specific flavor I really don’t like is pickles.
69. a fun fact that you don’t know how you learned?
Mantis shrimps punch so fast that the water around their punch boils.  Also they have seventeen color receptors compared to our 3.
70. left or right handed?
Right handed.
71. least favorite pattern?
I’m not quite sure?  I’m not crazy about optical illusions that look sort of smeared and are all black and white because they hurt my eyes so probably those.
72. worst subject?
I’m not great with math or sports, but I’ve gotten a handle on math as of late.
73. favorite weird flavor combo?
I’m not sure if they’re weird but I’m willing to try a lot so ketchup and mayonnaise is great, barbecue sauce and cheez-its is very good, and apples dipped in nacho cheese or salsa is not bad.
74. at what pain level out of ten (1 through 10) do you have to be at before you take an advil or ibuprofen?
I think 4.
75. when did you lose your first tooth?
I think I was five?  Not sure.
76. what’s your favorite potato food (i.e. tater tots, baked potatoes, fries, chips, etc.)?
Baked potatoes but fries are very close.
77. best plant to grow on a windowsill?
Aloe plants.
78. coffee from a gas station or sushi from a grocery store?
I don’t eat sushi so coffee from a gas station.
79. which looks better, your school id photo or your driver’s license photo?
School id photo.
80. earth tones or jewel tones?
Jewel tones.
81. fireflies or lightning bugs?
Lightning bugs.
82. pc or console?
Console.
83. writing or drawing?
Probably writing because it’s more straightforward to me but it depends.
84. podcasts or talk radio?
Podcasts.
84. barbie or polly pocket?
Barbie.
85. fairy tales or mythology?
Mythology because it gets wild so fast and cracks me up sometimes.
86. cookies or cupcakes?
Cupcakes.
87. your greatest fear?
Being annoying or mean without realizing it and driving people away.  I’m constantly scared I’m going to mess everything up which I need to work on because it’s hard to live that way.
88. your greatest wish?
Going to get a bit cheesy but to someday be a zoologist with some fun hobbies, travel often, feel satisfied with my life, and spend my days with someone I truly love and have a lot of fun with.
89. who would you put before everyone else?
Anyone in my family because we’re really close and they would do that for me.
90. luckiest mistake?
Probably going to an up-ity art school for a month a few years ago because while I was extremely depressed, homesick, and felt like a big failure the whole time, if I hadn’t done that and had my dreams crushed by some mean professors I might have gone there for a whole semester and spent a bajillion dollars to learn the same thing.  And it inevitably put me at the school I’m at now which I’m very very happy with and suits me so much better.
91. boxes or bags?
I like boxes.
92. lamps, overhead lights, sunlight or fairy lights?
Fairy lights because I’m a sucker for colors.
93. nicknames?
Doodlebug is the biggest one.
94. favorite season?
Fall.  Colors, halloween, thanksgiving, cooler weather, I love it ALL.
95. favorite app on your phone?
Spotify.
96. desktop background?
A painting of a whale shark from the Georgia aquarium because going there was a big deal for me and it’s very pretty.
97. how many phone numbers do you have memorized?
Maybe 3?  I don’t have to memorize them much anymore lol.
98. favorite historical era?
I kind of like the 1920s aesthetic these days but I love very scattered things about history so picking one era is tough.
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kylo-ren-writes · 6 years ago
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Pumpkin, Part 2
Part 1, Part 2, Part 3, Part 4, Part 5, Part 6
Pairing: Kylo Ren x Reader
Summary: you take the pumpkin back home to your apartment, but after you get out of your car, you realize that you won’t be able to carry it. You text a certain someone to come help you...
Warnings: none.
Tag List: @beautifulbows924 @celestiaelisia @bluudhavens @just-another-starwars-fangirl
A/N: imma do a part 3 because I’m having too much fun with this little AU. (Gif not mine!)
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The drive back to your city is short as you spend most of the time in your head, thinking about the infuriating yet intriguing stranger named Kylo Ren you met only 20 minutes prior.
Your eyes would shift over to the pumpkin sitting on your passenger seat, perfectly orange and round without a single flaw in place. That is how you had met Kylo, fighting over who saw the perfect thing first. You were still surprised with how he just gave it to you, when a man like him could have just taken it for himself easily.
You imagined a man like Kylo could take nearly anything he wanted. The thought sent a shiver down your spine, and you tightened your grip on your steering wheel as you pulled into the parking lot to your tall apartment building.
Taking the keys out of the ignition, you immediately grabbed your phone from where it sat beside the pumpkin and pressed the power button to see no new notifications.
The sight put a frown on your face. It wasn’t that you expected Kylo to text you back right away, you were just somehow hoping, you supposed, that he would.
Maybe he had changed his mind. Or perhaps he was just busy. Or, maybe he didn’t know it was you who had texted him in the first place. After all, you had only sent him a “Hey.”
You unlocked your phone, the screen immediately switching to your text conversation—or rather, lack of one—that you had kept open.
Your single text sat there, unread and untouched. You sighed to yourself and tapped on the space to type, typing out a quick “It’s Y/N, by the way... from the pumpkin patch...”, and hitting send before you could delete it. You closed the app and let your screen go dark as you got out of the car.
Then, remembering the pumpkin sitting on your passenger seat, you went around the car and opened the door. How the hell were you going to take this up to your apartment?
The older building had a functioning elevator, and your small apartment wasn’t a long walk, but you still had to carry it. You couldn’t even manage to barely lift it at the pumpkin patch when you were trying to put your claim on it in the first place.
Right as that thought floated through your head, your phone went off.
You looked down at the illuminated screen and felt your heart rate pick up at the notification. You hadn’t even put a name on the new number in your contacts, but you knew who it was.
“I assumed,” sat underneath of the number on the screen. You stared at it until it went dark. It was such an innocent reply, but you could imagine the sarcasm and smirk that probably lined his face as he sent it.
Lighting the screen back up, you opened the message and tapped on the message box to type. What could you say to him?
Before you could think of anything, however, another message, sent by him, popped up on the screen.
“It’s Kylo, by the way... from the pumpkin patch...”.
You rolled your eyes. “Haha, very funny,” you quickly texted him back. He was still an asshole, that was plain to see. But you also did welcome it in a way, too.
Your gaze settled back onto the pumpkin as you tried to figure out how you were going to move it. You didn’t know anyone in your building and everyone mostly kept to themselves. It wasn’t like you could just ask someone to help you, nor did you really want to ask a stranger to help or be in your apartment...
Could you... would it be crazy...
You glanced back at the messages on your screen. Kylo was still a stranger, but you did, sort of, know him. Well, you didn’t know him, but maybe... just maybe... you could ask him for his help.
Frowning down at your screen, you began typing out the message. “Hey, um... do you think that... you could help me... bring this pumpkin up to my apartment. You totally don’t have to, it’s just... it’s, you know, heavy.”
You cringed at yourself and hit send. You had never been the person that asked anyone for help, much less a man. Not that asking anyone for help was bad, you were just very independent, and Kylo was also a random stranger, really. For all you knew he could be an axe wielding serial killer.
Your phone dinged seconds later with his reply. “What’s your address?”
Was he really going to help you just like that? And were you really just going to send him your address?
You typed out the address of your building and hit send, hoping that it wasn’t the biggest mistake of your life. His reply was immediate.
“Be right there.”
Kylo’s reply made your stomach flip with anxiety. Although, for some reason you trusted him. Deep down you 100% doubted that he was a serial killer.
The weather wasn’t too cold, so, as you waited, you leaned against your car, compulsively checking your phone for any possible messages that he could have sent. But your screen, for the most part, stayed empty. Only a few notifications from Instagram and other game apps popped up.
It also felt like he was taking forever. Although, as you looked at the screen and glanced at the time, only 5 or so minutes had past. You wondered how long he would take to get here.
A whole 10 more minutes passed before another car pulled into the parking lot. You would have completely disregarded it if it weren’t for how much nicer it was compared to the other cars parked here—including yours—and also for the fact that it pulled up right next to you.
You released a breath that you hadn’t even known you had been holding and swallowed.
The car shut off and the door opened, revealing Kylo, looking the same as he had almost an hour ago.
He had a mischievous glint in his eyes as his eyes trailed you over.
You pushed yourself off of your car and stood up straighter as he approached. “You got here quick.”
Kylo lifted a brow as he stood in front of you. “You were keeping track?”
Your eyes widened the slightest then you frowned. “No... I was just waiting.”
Kylo smirked the slightest and nodded. “I didn’t think I would get to see you again so soon.”
You stepped aside to reveal the pumpkin from where he had placed it. “Me either.”
Kylo eyed you then reached down and picked the pumpkin up just as effortlessly as he had before. It almost annoyed you.
He backed away and you closed the passenger door, locking it, and lead him up to the building. “Thank you for doing this, I don’t really know anyone here that could help.”
“It’s not a problem, little wolf.” Kylo looked down at you.
You blushed at the name, having forgotten all about it, and led him over to the elevator. The building was warmer than the outside, so you undid you jacket as you pressed the button to go up.
“I didn’t interrupt anything?” You asked curiously.
Kylo shrugged. “You did, but this was far more important.”
You furrowed your brows at him as the doors to the elevator opened. But before you could say anything, Kylo stepped inside.
“Coming? I don’t know which floor you’re on.”
Stepping inside the old elevator, you gave him a look and pressed the button for the sixth floor. “Maybe this was a mistake.”
Kylo smirked in amusement. “Why do you say that.”
“Because in the span of an hour, I already forgot how irritating you are.” You could feel the elevator lifting the both of you up, ascending to the sixth floor.
Kylo chuckled. “You wound me, little wolf.”
You turned to him. “Why do you call me that?”
“What? Little wolf?” He questioned innocently.
“Yes.”
Kylo smiled. “Because you’re so aggressive for such a little thing.”
You narrowed your eyes at him. “Excuse me? Little? And I’m not aggressive, you’re just hard to be around.” You crossed your arms over your chest.
The doors to the elevator opened up behind you. “And yet, here I am,” Kylo mused as he stepped past you.
Grumbling to yourself, you followed after him before the doors could close on you. “This way,” you mumbled, turning left.
Kylo followed as he let you lead the way, smiling to himself. He enjoyed getting you riled up.
After you led him down the hall a short distance to the door to your apartment, you unlocked it and opened the door, stepping inside. “This is it,” you threw over your shoulder.
Your apartment was small but not incredibly small. You had your own bedroom with a separate bathroom, and the kitchen was decently sized with a smaller living room. The way you decorated the place wasn’t so bad either. You weren’t allowed to change the paint colour on the walls or the type flooring, but you made do with the bland theme of the place anyway. It was home to you regardless.
Kylo stepped inside after you, looking around at the space. It was smaller than his apartment, definitely, but he didn’t mind yours. You seemed to have a sense for decorating. It seemed homey and inviting.
“Where would you like this?”, Kylo asked you as you removed your jacket and hung it up in the small closet beside the door.
“Oh.” You had nearly forgotten. “You can put it over there.” You pointed over to your kitchen table.
Kylo nodded and walked over to the table, setting the pumpkin down in the middle of it. You took the opportunity to observe him while his back was turned. He wore dark jeans and a black jacket. He looked just as big from behind as he did when he faced you.
You walked over to the hulk of a man and went around the table to the other side across from him, reaching out to touch the pumpkin.
“So, should we do this now?” Kylo suddenly asked.
“Huh?” You looked up at him with furrowed brows.
Kylo glanced down at the pumpkin. “Since I’m here. Our agreement, remember?”
You definitely did remember, you just didn’t think that he would hold you to it right now. “Now? Don’t you have... anything else to do today?” You asked.
Kylo shrugged off his jacket, revealing a black T-shirt underneath. Your gaze immediately fell to his arms and how thick they were.
“No,” he responded, smirking at your stare. “I cancelled what I had. For you.”
You blushed as you looked back up at his face. “You didn’t have to do that.”
Kylo shrugged. “I wanted to.” He set his jacket down on the table. “Now, do you have any pumpkin carving tools?”
Picking up his jacket from the table, you went over to that small closet and hung it up next to yours. “No. I have kitchen knives though.” When you turned back around, you were met with a scolding expression.
“Don’t tell me that you use kitchen knives every year to carve your pumpkins. That’s so dangerous, little wolf.” Kylo crossed his arms over his chest, unintentionally flexing them.
You swallowed and ripped your gaze away from them. “They work just fine. It’s not like I do anything intracit anyway,” you defended. You didn’t like to be scolded, especially by him.
Kylo shook his head. “I’ll be doing the carving then.”
Rolling your eyes, you returned back to the table. “Alright, then I’ll take out all the guts and seeds from the inside.”
You picked up today’s newspaper and separated the pages, setting them down around the pumpkin to protect the table. Kylo rummaged through your drawers until he found some knives for the job.
“Could you grab two bowls, please?” You called out to him.
Kylo brought the knives to the table then went back into the kitchen, wordlessly opening cabinet doors until he found two large plastic bowls for what he assumed all the insides of the pumpkin would be going into.
You smiled as he returned and took the bowls from him. Your excitement was beginning to grow. You couldn’t wait to dig inside the pumpkin to take out all the slimy insides and the seeds. It was your favourite part.
“Can we start now, can we?” You asked, giddy like a child. You didn’t even care how childish you probably seemed to him.
Kylo picked up a big enough knife from the table and smiled lightly. He enjoyed seeing you so happy. “Eager, little wolf?” He teased.
You gave him a playful glare. “Just start already!”
Chuckling, Kylo brought the knife to the top of the pumpkin where you had already sketched a black circle around the stem with a sharpie, indicating where he was supposed to cut.
He had a feeling that this was going to be an enjoyable afternoon...
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surveys-at-your-service · 6 years ago
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Survey #211
"i was told when i get older all my fears would shrink, but now i'm insecure and i care what people think."
What is your favorite time of day? Morning. What is your third favorite color? Ummm maybe peach. Do you care what others think of you? In most contexts, very much so. How would you dress, if you were the opposite sex? Same style I do now, really. Though not tank tops and dance pants; I'm sure I'd mostly wear loose band or graphic tees and sweatpants. Can you remember your first phone? If so, what kind was it? I think I might? I believe it was a blue one where the keyboard slides out from the bottom. Small and square-ish. What do you do to maintain your eyebrows? Nothing. What was the naughtiest thing you did when you were a child? I bit my sister's back so hard that I made her bleed, lmao. Sorry Ash. What, in your opinion, is the most thirst-quenching drink? COLD WATER. Who is your favorite character from Alice in Wonderland? Cheshire cat. Name the closest body of water to where you live: Atlantic Ocean. What do you like to put on toast? Light layer of butter and then cinnamon and sugar. The true cinnamon toast. Do you like art? Of course. How about theater? I don't have too much of an opinion... other than it has potential to be incredibly cheesy. Have you ever made breakfast for someone? Yes. Do you talk to your crush? If you have one. She's way more than that, and we talk every day. If yes, what do you usually talk about? Loads of stuff. What was the last thing you bought? With my own money, I don't have a clue. Have you ever been considered popular? No. Your signature perfume? I don't have one. Favorite undersea creature? Sea turtles, seahorses, jellyfish... Describe your room with just 5 words. Small, crowded, zoo, artsy, and... idk. Favorite type of chocolate? Milk. What types of things would you plant in a garden? If I actually wanted one, lots of flowers. Maybe tomatoes because fresh tomatoes + bacon and mayonnaise sandwiches are fucking incredible. Favorite attraction at a carnival? Ferris wheel. What toys did you play with as a child? Plastic animals, Pokemon figures, and stuffed animals were common. Oh yeah, I loved Lincoln Logs too. What types of music do you listen to? Various kinds of metal and rock as well as indie. What, without fail, makes you cry? Mufasa dying lmao. What makes a movie really enjoyable for you? A cool plot. Usually fantasy elements. Favorite way to decorate a cake? *shrugs* What gift(s) did you get for your birthday last year? I don't remember. What do you daydream about the most? My future. Name a game you are really good at. Shadow of the Colossus probably, but considering how infrequently I play games now, I'm sure I'm nowhere near as good as I used to be. Whenever I get a PS4 and the remake tho, I'm getting that goddamn white Agro. I never did the timed challenges before, but I think I could do it. What kinds of snacks do you munch on? I don't really have snacks anymore; I try to keep them out of the house so I'm not tempted. If anything though, it'll probably be some kind of chip. What emotionally exhausts you? Socializing. What accessories would come with a doll version of you? A laptop, iPod, and medication lmao. Favorite thing to do when it’s night time? Sleep? I've sure grown into a fun person. How do you like to bathe/shower? With hot-ish water. The most childish part of your personality? I absolutely hate chores. Favorite type of fantasy creature? Dragons. Do your arms move when you walk? I... actually don't know and can't even visualize how I walk right now. Favorite photo search engine? Google. Are there such things as stupid questions? Depends on your age and some other factors, I guess. Do you celebrate April Fools Day? No. I hate it, honestly. Do you doggie paddle or actually swim in a pool? Both. How do you cure boredom? I'd love to fucking know. I'm always bored. Ankle socks or knee-highs? Ankle socks. Do you know how military time works? Yes, but I can't comprehend the time immediately if it's passed 12. What’s your daily routine? Wake up, check the time, use the bathroom, have breakfast, feed my cat, sit on the laptop doing nothing, maybe or maybe not have a nap at some point, shower if I need to whatever time I feel like, also brush my teeth at some random point during the day (unless I have to go somewhere; then I'll do it before I leave), eat dinner, feed the other pets, and go to bed. Did you get in trouble for cussing on accident when you were a kid? I literally yelled "HOLY SHIT, I THINK I SEE A SHARK!" when we were all in the car driving over a bridge and I swear I saw a fin in the water, lmao. Mom was. Not happy. Ever made a snow angel? Yes. Are you short or tall for your age? I'm average. At what age did you learn the Pledge of Allegiance? Idk, early elementary school. What’s the longest you’ve gone without food? When my appetite was like non-existent and I lost a shitload of weight, I think I almost went a full 24 hours. What do you think about most? What's stressing me out. Are you honestly a good person? I don't think I'm a bad one. Where would you like to be buried? I'd rather be cremated. Do you use Bing or Google? Google. Last song you listened to? "Damage" by Fit For Rivals. Last movie you watched ALL the way through? The Shining. Howwww had I not seen it sooner. Last thing you wrote down? The time I was meeting with my job coach on the calendar. What was the last movie you saw in theaters? Detective Pikachu. What is ONE thing your fridge or pantry ALWAYS needs? My day will feel so off if I don't have one Mtn. Dew Voltage. Do you believe more in luck or hard work? That's a good question. Sometimes you can work your ass off and yet reap inadequate - or any - rewards, while some people pick up a lottery ticket once in their life and are suddenly a millionaire. Life's not fair, kids. But I like to think hard work usually prevails. Do you have any metal on or in your body right now? Piercings. What is your favorite thing to eat with dip? Plain chips with sour cream dip... yum. Do you consider yourself a heartbreaker? Nope. Who was the last person to tag a picture of you? Who even knows. I don't get tagged in pictures because I'm never with people to take and tag me in any lmao. Have you ever liked someone much older than you? No. Is there someone you always, secretly hope will talk to you? It's not a secret that I want to talk to Jason ONE last time to apologize on MY end. What was your first favorite band? Backstreet Boys. Are you friends with any bands? A local band, yeah; their guitarist is an old friend. Do you stay up ridiculously late for no reason? Very very rarely now. What’s your life motto? Idk, I've never really thought about it. Last year for school, we had an assignment where we had to choose a popular song to write a story based on. What song would you’ve picked? A popular song? Oh boy, idk. I don't really know what's popular that I like... Well, guess I'll think of old songs I know were. Um... Oh well I love writing sad shit, so maybe "Runaway Love" by Ludacris ft. Mary J. Blige. I already had an RP plot that was kinda inspired by it lmao. Do you like 3OH!3? If I said I wouldn't belt "'CUZ I'M A VEGETARIAN AND I AIN'T FUCKIN' SCARED'A HIM" at a club at 2 in the morning I'd be lying. Did the vacuum scare you as a child? No. Do you have a long driveway? No. Anyone’s grave you visit, regularly? No. Who was your first kiss? First person who kissed me was Juan, first mutual kiss (which I consider my "real" first) was with Jason. What was it like? Were you disappointed? Juan's kiss I didn't want, and it made me confused at the time. I had no clue how I felt about him back then. With Jason, it was incredibly sweet. I was lucky to get like a fairy tale one and not a horribly awkward memory lmao. Do you have an older brother? If so, what’s he like? Yeah. He's super super intelligent and a deep thinker. Very mature and has a great sense of humor. Are you confident? hunty- Have you ever begged someone to stay with you? Yes. Who do you want around you when you’re afraid? More than anyone, Mom. Had separation anxiety as a kid, obviously grew out of it, but if I'm seriously scared, I want my mom's presence. Like if I'm sick (I'm petrified of vomiting alskdfjaowie) or we're having risky weather, stuff like that, I want her with me. Have you ever mistaken something’s shadow for something else? Probably at some point. Indie, rock, electronic, techno, dubstep, or ‘crunk’? The hell is "crunk" music. Rock. Do you know how to read a map? I have no clue 'cuz I've never actually used a real one. Have a friend that looks JUST like a celeb? Not off the top of my head. Are you good at basketball? I used to be, but I haven't played in forever. It was probably my favorite sport that I ever played. Or softball. Are you friends with anyone missing one of their five senses? Not that I know of. How many times have you moved in your lifetime? Three. Are you good at Pac-Man? I was never exceptional. I haven't played it in yeeeaaars. Have you ever been called 'jail bate’? No. Have you ever been seriously addicted to anything? Technology oops like I barely know how to function without it, sadly. Ever lied to get out of going somewhere with someone? Yes. Where did you meet your current or last significant other? YouTube. Do you like to eat pasta? Yes. Do you enjoy wine? Most bitter shit in the world. Noooooooot a fan. How long have you been driving? I've had my permit since senior year of high school (I think senior???), but I still don't have my license. What’s your lawyer’s name? N/A What’s the last thing you watched on Netflix? Good question. Do you play any video games? The only one I play regularly is World of Warcraft; it's the only "ongoing" game I play. Why were you last in the hospital? My sister got into a wreck. Would you ever get a face tattoo? Possibly something small and subtle, but I doubt it. Have you ever gambled? No. What has been your most epic cooking failure? I split a hot dog entirely in half in the microwave because I thought it'd take much longer to warm up than it actually did. Do you read other people’s survey answers on here? Sometimes. Do you agree with the saying ‘distance makes the heart grow fonder?’ With my experience with Sara, yes. Do you know any transgender people? I knew someone who like... swapped back and forth five thousand times. Then one of my friends had a transgender "phase," if it's appropriate to call it that. Have you ever had a parrot sit on your shoulder? Don't think so. In the morning, do you eat breakfast first or brush your teeth first? Eat. Why would you eat RIGHT AFTER brushing your teeth. What sort of window coverings do you have in your living room? Blinds. Has anyone in your life ever treated you abusively? No. How long has it been since your last breakup? A year and a half. What’s the name of the amusement park closest to your house? Uhhh I think Busch Gardens in Virginia? Do you like The Rolling Stones? Yeah. What was the last single item you spent over $100 on? A plane ticket. Can you read tarot cards? No. What is the last non-fiction book that you read? I have zero clue. Do you prefer lemons or limes? Lemons. Do you prefer peppermint or spearmint? I don't think I even taste the difference. Have you ever written a special note in a book? Yeah, I did in a book Jason lent me. Turns out it's a bad idea to write in pen a lil love letter on the back of the front cover to a book that was also for collection purposes lmao, but he wasn't mad. Would you rather have a house exterior made from wood, brick, or stucco? I like wood aesthetically, but I think eliminating wood housing would be a good idea, so brick. Brick also makes me feel safer. What is your favorite candy bar? Those big rectangle Reese's ones with individual blocks. I fucking love them. Have you ever thrown up in public? I know at least one occasion in I believe kindergarten where I did on the classroom floor, oof. Pepsi or Sprite? I hate Pepsi and I'm not a Sprite fan either, but if I had to, I'd drink the latter. How many video games do you own? We have an old CD case just about full of them. Have you ever stripped? No. Even if you are not Christian or never celebrated Christmas, do you think you will raise your (possible future) children to believe in Santa Clause? Why or why not? I don't want kids, but if I did, I probably would. It's just a magical, fun thing as a kid. Who has the most interesting phone cover you know or what was the most interesting one you have come across (in store or online)? Sara has a really cute chameleon one. Would you rather play a game such as World of Warcraft, League of Legends, or an app/Facebook game (Candy Crush, Bejeweled)? Y'all know. What’s the most amount of messages you either woke up to on a social media site or your phone? Idk, not a lot. When you have nightmares, do they normally have the same theme (ex. always being killed) or do they just relate to something going on in your life at the moment/random? They're very commonly either with me dying or about to be raped. Some surveys ask if you ever stepped in dog poop. However, have you ever stepped in animal pee? Yup. When’s the last time you or someone else has overstayed their visit? Whenever Girt last came over forever ago. He always does lmao. Have you ever consumed a full bottle of liquid medicine in one shot? Is there ANY medication you can actually do that with and not die???? Have you ever had a hamster? Yes. If you had a choice, would you rather eat chicken or beef? Chicken. What was your favorite birthday cake like? I don't remember any specifically. Would you prefer bacon or sausage? Tough call, but probably bacon. How many books have you read in the past YEAR? Zero. Do you type with all of your fingers, like you are taught in school? Yes. Have you ever put gum on the bottom of your desk/chair? No, grosses me the hell out. At what age were you the most physically attractive? The least? During high school; 2016. If you intend to get married, what are you looking forward to/dreading about wedding planning? I think planning the vows will be fun (I don't want references to God, fuck saying my dad has to "give me away," etc.) as well as the theme, and then I don't think I'm dreading anything about planning. Who are you most nervous about introducing potential significant others to? Mom. What is the craziest thing you have done to lose weight? I haven't done anything "crazy." Which parent do you most resemble? Idk. What is the best job you’ve ever had? Never had one I liked. How do you feel about monogamy as a whole? It's definitely what I find to be the better option. You're minimizing the risk of spreading STDs, and plus I personally see love as a one-on-one thing, not open to multiple. What is the most exciting thing about your life right now? LOLLLLLLLLLLLLLLLLLLLLLLLLLL What was the most important non-academic thing you learned in high school? Probably some life lessons from my favorite teacher. Have you ever lived alone? Do you prefer living by yourself or with someone else? No. I never want to live alone. Do you and your friends ever talk about your sex lives? I don't have a friend to discuss that with, but I also don't have a sex life. Has anyone ever criticized your appearance? What did they say and how did you take it? Yeah. It was typically about my piercings or how I dressed (particularly ripped skinny jeans), and neither of those ever got to me. I love my piercings and style. How common is it for you to get jealous in romantic or platonic relationships? It's rare. When someone asks you about your number of sexual partners, do you include oral sex partners? I probably would if there was anyone who fit that criteria but I wasn't "fully" sexual with. It's still sexual. Have you ever had a job that deeply affected your personal life? How so and do you still work there? No. What is the most serious injury you’ve ever sustained? When I passed out onto my chin and ended up with a really deep cut, broke multiple teeth, and got a concussion. What were the best and worst interviews you’ve ever had? What made them so good/bad? None stand out for either end of the spectrum. List three people you’ve had crushes on. Just to make it interesting, I'll name people I had crushes on but never dated. Sebastian, Kyle, and Mini. How old were you when you were first head over heels in love? 16. Has loving someone ever made you miserable? Boy, have you heard about my Historical Breakup? How bad are your worst cramps on a scale of 1-10? They used to be easy 10s, but now that BC helps me, I'd say the worst are like... rarely 7-8s. Have you ever thrown up from cramps? No. What is the most physically painful thing you’ve ever experienced? I 110% should've been under anesthesia when I got an infected cyst drained. I wanted to fucking die to get it over with. Do you have an embarrassing period story? If so, what is it? No. Did your school allow you to have pain medicine on you? I think so? I do know you couldn't share it, though. Do you ever comfort eat? I get the urge to when I'm depressed, but I stopped doing it. If applicable, what form of birth control do you use? Pills and not being with a man. What is your sexual orientation? Bisexual. Have you ever questioned your sexuality? Yes. What gender do you identify as? Female. What gender were you born as? Female. Have you ever gotten high off a prescription medication? No. Can you still wear clothes from the children’s section? Pf, hell no. Are you lonely? Very. Do you have allergies? Yes. How old were you when your parents talked to you about puberty? However old I was in 5th grade when we had family life class. Do you take vitamins? Only one I'm prescribed for for vitamin D. Do you like fantasy better than reality? Yep. Have you ever contemplated suicide? Yeah. Have you ever self-harmed? Yes. How many people have you known who were suicidal? Multiple, sadly. What’s your favorite pain reliever? Advil. Who has the cutest baby/babies you know? My acquaintance has an absolutely beautiful daughter. What’s the most expensive thing your car needed to get done? N/A If you had a thousand dollars to spend on a pricey brand you like but can’t really afford (until now of course), which ONE brand would you chose? I have no clue. I don't really know pricey brands that don't have the ugliest shit. How many pairs of flip flops do you own? One. Do you still talk to any of your old teachers? One, yes. She's a family friend now. What color was the dress you wore to your senior prom? Black. Ever go to another school’s prom? No. Ever take Melatonin supplements to help you go to sleep? When I used to have AWFUL insomnia, it was the only way I could sleep. Do you like burning candles or incense? Incense especially. Ever throw a pair of your shoes in the washing machine? How did they come out? Not that I remember. Do you ever venture into the woods? What do you normally do in there? No. Do you like to wear shorts or capris in the summer? No. I hate my legs, nor do I regularly shave. Does your phone have a keyboard, touch screen, or neither? Touch screen. How did you dress your freshman year of high school? Emo. Were you obsessed with the Spice Girls back in the day? Obsessed, no, but I liked them. Have you ever had an encounter with the paranormal? Yes. Would you do your own surgery so keep yourself alive? (ex. stitches) I mean yeah, if I had no choice. Would you rather read poetry or write poetry? Write. Have you ever had any really infected injuries? An ear piercing got an infection once. Is there any band out there that you like every song by them? No. Would you ever work for Google? I mean, I don't see why not? Do people that are ungrateful for everything bother you? Immensely. Are you popular on any websites? No, not really. If you ruled the world, what is the first law that you would make? Probablyyyy the banning of at least single-use plastics, but hopefully plastics as a whole if doable. When was the last time you played jump rope? Not since being a kid, probably. Do you hate it when people look over your shoulder? I can't do ANYTHING if someone is. Do you know anyone who has had a heart attack under 30 years of age? No. If you were starving would you eat food out of a garbage can? If I found something that didn't look dangerous, yeah, in order to survive. When is the last time you had your vision checked? Like two months ago. When is the last time you had your hearing checked? Some time last year when I had that whole ordeal with my ears. Do you know your blood type? It's A-. Do you donate blood/platelets/plasma/etc.? No, I don't drink enough water. Ever been in the emergency room? Way more times than I like. Have you ever been robbed? No, thankfully. Ever kiss someone on the first date? No. Do you own any Burt’s Bees products? No. Dr. Pepper or Root Beer? Dr. Pepper. What’s your favorite picture of your mom? Dad? I have one of Mom I took for a photography course of her laughing, and I fucking love it. She rarely laughs. Dad, I'm not sure. Are you subscribed to anything (Magazines, monthly boxes, streaming sites, etc.)? No. Favorite flavor of cream cheese? ... It has flavors? Do you have any board games? If so, where do you keep them? Yeah; they're at the top of a cabinet in the living room. Is there an ice cream flavor you don’t like? Of ones I've tried (I'm not very adventurous with food), I loathe strawberry. What’s the raunchiest thing you’ve ever stumbled upon? I don't know, don't wanna know. I steer clear of that side of the Internet. Hm, it was probably something on dA that had a mature content filter that I looked at anyway because it had an intriguing name. That site can have some wild-ass shit. How rude is it to snap your fingers at a waiter or waitress? Have you done it before? That is incredibly rude. They're not dogs. I've never done that. Best way for someone to bond with you? Let's talk about deep shit and philosophy. Discuss interesting, unorthodox topics. Show me you have an open mind. What is the first meme you remember seeing? BOY, I don't know. Maybe Overly-Attached Girlfriend? Suitcase, duffel bag, or backpack? Duffel bag. Sci-fi, fantasy, or superheroes? Fantasy. Favorite font? Out of the default options, Garamond. Favorite fairy tale? Fucking FIGHT ME if you say Shrek isn't one. Forget the memes and such, I genuinely love the movies. Favorite tradition? By this point in my life, we don't really follow any traditions... but I do know as a kid I would NEVER let Mom forget we had to make "reindeer food." When a Christmas light show was still here, we would also go there and grab hot chocolate and chocolate-covered peanuts. I miss that. Talent you’re proud of having? I think I'm an above-average writer. Favorite website from your childhood? Webkinz. :') Any good luck charms? Nope. Least favorite flavor of food or drink? Cranberry. Least favorite pattern? Uhhh... I'm not big on animal print. Favorite potato food? Fries my man. Do you call them fireflies or lightning bugs? Fireflies. Lamps, overhead lights, fairy lights, or sunlight? FAIRY LIGHTS. How many phone numbers do you have memorized? Two lmao. Favorite historical era? The Renaissance. What are some must-have Google Chrome extensions? If you don’t use Chrome, how about on other internet browsers? AdBlock. What piece of stand up comedy (10 minutes or less) has successfully made you cry with laughter? Oh boy, a lot. I love stand-up. What little “Easter Eggs” on websites do you love? If you don’t have one on a website, how about in a game, TV show, or movie? Boy, got plenty in games. The secret Silent Hill 4 replica room in Silent Hill: Downpour I especially love; I had no idea it was in the game 'til I played it and found it myself. Then the butterfly barrel in the PS4 remake of Shadow of the Colossus in reference to The Last Guardian is awesome. World of Warcraft's Robin Williams genie tribute is lovely as well. Besides pornography, what is a website you frequent and don’t want anyone to know? Nothing. What GIF reduces you to hysterical laughter every time? Don't know about every time. What things that are legal do you think shouldn’t be? Smoking, but I understand why we can't do that now. What is the closest you have ever been to a major historical event? Idk. What is a skill someone can learn in 6 months that will impress employers on a resume? Microsoft Office programs. What are some meals that are simple to make, but easy to impress people with? Idk. I know nothing of cooking. What bizarre celebrity encounters have you had? None. What is your favorite picture on the whole internet? Oh don't make me go through my Pinterest of Mark pictures. What is a “dirty little (or big) secret” about an industry that you have worked in, that people outside the industry really should know? N/A What is the most outlandish (hilarious, surprising) thing you have ever seen go down in public? OKAY SO one day otw home from my psychiatrist appointment, there was a man dressed in horrid drag walking on the side of the highway in the middle of winter. It was. An experience. If you met someone who has never heard music before (born deaf or what have you), what music would you introduce to them first? Gentle, soothing instrumental things. Like let's listen to the soft SotC pieces, please. What’s a little-known site you think everyone should know about? I don't really know of any. What is a MUST SEE movie that is highly overlooked and is on Netflix? If you don’t have a Netflix, just say in general. Johnny Got His Gun. What quote gives you chills every time you hear or read it? From Amnesia: A Machine For Pigs: "I have stood knee-deep in mud and bone and filled my lungs with mustard gas. I have seen two brothers fall. I have lain with holy wars and copulated with the autumnal fallout. I have dug trenches for the refugees; I have murdered dissidents where the ground never thaws and starved the masses into faith. A child's shadow burnt into the brickwork. A house of skulls in the jungle. The innocent, the innocent, Mandus, trod and bled and gassed and starved and beaten and murdered and enslaved. This is your coming century! They will eat them, Mandus, they will make pigs of you all and they will bury their snouts into your ribs and they will eat your hearts!" Not even mildly exaggerating, I get coooovered in goosebumps every time I come to that point in the game. I just read it twice lmao. When was the last time you bitched someone out? A while back I lost it on Mom about Dad and his wife. Have you ever given a lap dance? No. Are you afraid of plane rides? No, not really. Do you like unique or common names? Unique. Have you ever made a turkey dinner all by yourself? As if. Do you prefer running or yoga? Yoga. What continent would you most like to visit? Africa. Who do you wish you were dating? I'm happy with who I'm dating. What did you always want to do as a kid but were never allowed to do? Hm. I'm sure there's something... What is your favorite ice cream topping? Hot fudge. Is your Bible falling apart? I don't have one. Would you rather have a tail, fin, or wings? Wings. If you live in an apartment, is your landlord mean? N/A What products do you sell, if applicable? None. Is abuse in your past? No. Is there trauma in your past? Yes. Do you know anyone who’s been raped? I don't believe so, thankfully. Of the many different American accents, which one is your favorite? New Yorker. What was the last thing you watched on Youtube? Watched and not just listened to, it was an 8-BitRyan gaming vid. Do you know anyone who had a kid before they were financially stable? Probably half the people I know or more. But I think that goes for everyone. What’s your phone’s wallpaper picture? Darkiplier rip. Have you read any of Shakespeare’s works other than Romeo and Juliet? Yeah - Beowulf and Macbeth. Maybe Hamlet? Is there anything hanging from the doorknob in your room? My purse. Why did you move to where you’re living now? We got evicted and had to find something cheaper. What’s your opinion on wearing pajamas in public? Do you yourself do that? I sincerely don't care, especially if there is damage on the person's state. Like if you're suicidally depressed or very sick in another way and have to go out, don't be a fucking ass and force them to do something that can legitimately be hard for people just to appease the standards society set. A basic rule to me is never make assumptions or ask why they're in their pj's. I do it a lot, depending on where I'm going. Like you have clothes on at least, why the hell does it matter. What’s something you’re really bad at compared to others? Math. Knowing the names of cars. Giving directions and knowing where I even am in comparison to everything else. Do you know anyone who treats retail/restaurant employees poorly? HAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHA BOY DO I but she's been removed from my life. When was the last time someone betrayed your trust? What happened? Idk. But I can say with near certainty aforementioned friend posted our entire last convo on Facebook as she'd done previously, so there's that. Do you usually fill up at the same gas station? Mom usually does. What are some odd habits you have relating to food/eating? I hate eating biscuits in front of new people because I dissect mine to parts, lol. Like I open it and eat what's in it individually, the bread being the last. Do you like Oregon Trail? I love that shit. As an adult, do you want to live in an apartment or a house? A house. Do you like the stem or leafy part of the broccoli? Stem. Do you believe in the “innocent until proven guilty” idea? Depends. Not always. Do bats frighten you? No, I love bats!!! What’s a song that reminds you of your special someone? THERE'S SO MANY!!!! Does Paris appeal to you? Yeah. Are you a KPOP fan? No. Do you believe in the phrase “if it’s meant to be, it’ll be”? Nope, bullshit. First time you kissed the last person you kissed? June 2018. Do you have to really know someone to kiss them? Absolutely. I have to actually be romantically interested in you. Well, to kiss you on the lips. Kissing family on the cheek and such is different. Were you anyone’s first kiss? No. Will you keep your last name when you get married? No, please take that shit away. Where was the last place you held hands at? I'm not sure. If you could live in any home on television what would it be? BITCH take me to the Addams' Family home. Do you think morals are universal or relative to the beliefs, traditions, or practices of individuals or groups? Mostly universal. Like just to give an example, some Christian religions forbid eating shellfish, so while avoiding shellfish is moral to you, is it really immoral to eat it? Is torture ever a good option? If no, why not? If yes, when? No. It's just... so inhuman. Regardless of what one has done, never lose your grip on being one. Be a moral human being. Don't succumb to that evil. What do you think is one one of the most undervalued professions right now? Teaching. Have you ever seen anyone have a heart attack? No, thank Christ. Have you personalized your answering machine/voicemail? No. What’s your favorite horror movie? I really love both The Blair Witch Project films, The Shining definitely joined the top tier when I watched it recently, and The Crazies is great, too. Would you say you have a high sex drive or not so much? I'd say it's normal. What was the worst thing a friend has either done or said to you? Oh boy, who knows. One of the billion things Colleen said and did. Something you feared as a kid but don’t fear anymore? Taking the last answer because it's like the #1 thing: death. It's inevitable, and immortality seems horrible. I just hope I go with the least pain possible. What is your opinion on girls who become obsessed with their boyfriends? lmaooooo been there sweetie, don't do it. Are you biracial? No. What’s the most unique pet you’ve owned? My champagne ball python. Do you have a fence? On either side and at the back of the house. How many people of the opposite sex do you fully trust? Just my psychiatrist. I feel bad for not including Dad, but nightmares fucked me up hard. Does your family use coasters? Is anyone in your family excessively tidy? No. Do you still have your tonsils? Yep. Do you think making out is slutty? ... No...? Well, at least if you're in a relationship and love the person. Just casually doing it, quite honestly yes, I think it's slutty.
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Sneak a Peek CHAPTER 3
Sneak a Peek: Sometimes you have to break the rules
*Author’s note* Oh em gee! Another chapter?!
I have so many ideas, I just had to keep writing! I really made myself sit down and focus so I could get my ideas out in one sitting.  I was worried that if I spaced out my writing sessions during this chapter that I would lose the amazing chemistry I was getting between Plagg and Adrien.
Again, thank you SO much for all of the love!  You guys are the best!  You really give me the drive to keep writing and creating and I love it so much.  I really need the mental escape and you guys are helping me get there!
Xoxo, Bunnie
Chapter 3
Adrien’s head popped up from his notes as the door to the classroom slowly opened and Marinette side-stepped in, clearly trying to avoid detection.  Adrien felt his neck grow hot and his hands went clammy as his eyes flew to her pink shoes of their own accord.  His attention flew back to her face and then their instructor, who had inevitably noticed Marinette’s return, when she giggled shyly and gave a small wave to Miss Bustier.
“I’m so sorry about before, Miss Bustier,” Marinette said, her small giggle and quiet voice making it apparent she was embarrassed.
“Well,” Miss Bustier sighed with a smile. “It wouldn’t be the first time.  Please take your seat, Marinette.”
Adrien stiffened, but tried to look nonchalant as Marinette breezed past him and into her seat.  He urged his muscles to relax as he returned to his note taking.  He couldn’t help but hear Alya quietly ask Marinette if she were okay and Marinette’s affirmative response, followed by a quick apology for worrying her friend.
He tried to focus on his notes, but his thoughts were a jumbled mess.  He spent the rest of the day - through his classes, through lunch with Nino (thankfully Marinette and Alya were nowhere to be found), through his fencing class, the drive home and dinner with his father - arguing with himself through internal monologue.  Declaring to himself, ‘She can’t be her!’ and ‘What about her shoes?’ then ‘What about her shoes?!’ ending with ‘I should have looked at more than just her stupid shoes!’ before the cycle restarted.
Once his obligations for the day were through, Adrien gratefully flopped onto his bed with a loud sigh.  He hadn’t hit the duvet for more than two seconds, before Plagg was perched beside him eating a wedge of camembert.  
“So…” Plagg drawled conspiratorially around a mouthful of cheese. “Marinette, huh?”
“Not you too!” Adrien groaned as he squeezed his eyes shut and massaged his temples.
“Too?” the black Kwami asked, perplexed. “You weren’t arguing with yourself again, were you?” he added, teasing.
“Shut up, Plagg,” he sounded annoyed, but he rolled his eyes with a smirk.  “Or I’ll hide all your precious cheese!”
Plagg just waved him off, “Yeah right,” he scoffed. “My well-tuned nose would find it in a second.”
Adrien raised an eyebrow, “Oh, so you’re a dog now?”
If looks could kill.
“How very dare you…” Plagg said, his voice dripping with disdain.
Adrien chuckled lightly.  Even though he often teased the little Kwami, he really loved and appreciated Plagg.  Everyone in Adrien’s life treated him like he was made of glass or was above them, just because he was a minor celebrity.  He hated how nobody was real with him, not even Nino.  They always talked to him so kindly, their words and attitudes toward him were coated in sugar.  And even though he knew they meant well and his friends genuinely liked being around him, he was admittedly pretty sensitive to the fact that no one opened up to him or talked to him about real problems.  
Or occasionally roasted him, like Plagg did.
Plagg didn’t care who Adrien was as a status symbol, but who Adrien the person was.  He was real with him and honest.  He told it like it was instead of trying to let him down gently.  Plagg knew about his crush on Ladybug, but didn’t make fun of him for it.  In fact, the Kwami had opened up to him in return, explaining that he and Tikki - who Adrien now knew was the Ladybug Kwami - were destined to always be together, but always apart.  They were lovers, but their duties forced them to live without the other, until the day came that the Miraculous users were united.  That was why the Black Cat Miraculous user and the Ladybug Miraculous user were always drawn together, like a magnet.
‘In fact,’ the little cat had said long ago, ‘it’s not unusual for the two Miraculous users to know each other outside of crime fighting.’
Adrien had, at the time, interpreted this to mean that past users had been aware of each other’s identities.  He begged Plagg to tell him who Ladybug was, but he had stubbornly refused.  He did, however, acquiesce and confirmed that he has sensed the ladybug Kwami - and by extension the user - near to Adrien on multiple occasions.  Implying that Adrien most likely knows who Ladybug is, without the mask.
Because his Kwami was so forthright about this information, the two of them often talked about love and destiny.  They had bonded over it.  It was hard not to bond with the little black Kwami when every night they literally became one.  He would always think of Plagg as the reason he was able to escape his prison-like home while Plagg always thought of Adrien as his means to be near his soul mate.  The two of them always looked forward to the darkening sky, no matter the weather, as it was a chance to see their Ladies.
Despite his frustration and anxiety about his Lady’s true identity - and whether or not it was actually one of his friends - Adrien was becoming revitalized as the sun set and the city’s lights began to glow.
“I know The Code prevents you from telling me anything, Plagg,” Adrien said quietly, “but this is driving me crazy.”
Plagg floated over and flopped heavily on top of Adrien’s head, holding onto a few strands of hair for balance.  “I know, Lover Boy.  But someday, you’ll find out.  They always find out.”
This wasn’t the first time he had said this and it had always given Adrien hope and a light fluttery feeling in his chest, but his patience - and longing - were growing thin.
“So tell me why you think it’s Marinette,” Plagg said conversationally.
“Well,” Adrien started, resisting the urge to run his hands through his hair as he did not want to dislodge the little Kwami. “Like I said, all I saw were her shoes.  I recognized them because they’re my father’s brand, so I didn’t really have much to go on, you know?”
He felt the Kwami nod and continued.
“But then I saw Marinette today in school.”
“Mmhmm,” hummed Plagg.
“And she had the exact same shoes that Ladybug was wearing,” Adrien said. “Exactly the same.”
“But you said so yourself,” answered the Kwami. “Those shoes are the Gabriel brand.  Doesn’t everyone have those?”
Adrien groaned, he knew he was going to say that.  He’d been saying the same thing to himself all day. “I know, Plagg.  But, I just feel like it was her.”  Plagg remained silent and Adrien sighed again in defeat. “I don’t know…  I can’t explain it.”
They were silent for a few moments, before Plagg said quietly, “I think you got your hopes up.”
Adrien’s mouth twitched to the side in thought.  He had gotten his hopes up.  He thought he had finally found the answer to the Miraculous mystery woman.  Sure, he was kind of surprised it was Marinette.  
Just plain Marinette.  
He liked Marinette, sure, but as much as he hated to admit it, she was one of the worst offenders when it came to treating him differently.  She would laugh and have fun with Alya and the girls, but when he came by she would immediately shut down and go into what he called, Star Struck Mania.  He’d experienced it his whole life as a model.
Ladybug on the other hand; she treated him like a normal human being.  Well, she treated Chat Noir like a normal human being.  She told him her thoughts and feelings and called him out when he had bad ideas.  She trusted him with her life and protected him with hers.  She cared for him, worried about him, laughed with him, teased him, and fought for him.
Of course he got his hopes up when he thought he had finally found the girl behind the mask.
“Maybe you’re right, Plagg.” He said dismally.
“Hey kid,” Plagg said gently, as he floated down to Adrien’s face. “It’s alright.  You thought you knew and you just jumped the gun a little.  It happens.”
Adrien nodded with a small side smile.  “I’ll find her someday, Plagg.”
The black Kwami smiled a huge toothy grin, his small fangs catching the light. “That’s the right attitude!  Now, are we gonna get going or what?!”
Adrien let loose a laugh as his stress from the day began to melt away from his neck and shoulders.  “Alright alright!  Don’t get your tail in a twist.”
He hopped off the bed and, careful to not be too loud, said, “Alright, let’s go find our Ladies.  Plagg, Claws Out!”
To be continued...
*End note*
I love Plagg so muuuuuuuch!!!!  ( ͒˃̩̩⌂˂̩̩ ͒)
Ahem! Just plain Marinette, Adrien?!  How insulting.
Next up: Marinette seems satisfied that Adrien isn’t Chat Noir (although that doesn’t stop her from fantasizing about it).  Although Adrien seemed to accept that Marinette isn’t Ladybug, he can’t help but notice a trail of breadcrumbs that leads back to his school friend.
Bunnie’s Note: I can’t thank you guys enough for reviewing, giving me kudos, and following me and my fic!
I’m just about done with Sneak a Peek (it’s going to be short) BUT I have a sequel already in mind in which Adrien and Marinette are adults.  I really want to write something romantic for them, but keeping them teenaged (i.e. 14) makes it really difficult for me to write their emotions accurately.  Of course I remember what it was like to be a teenager, but at the same time I’m married and with a baby now, so my ideas on romance, flirting, and sexiness is not the same as a 14 year old character. Lol
Let me know what you think!
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lalka-laski · 3 years ago
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Do you know anybody who is ambidextrous? A kid I went to middle school with. It's weird what memories stick with you for no reason. Have you ever been 4-wheeling? Mhm What’s the weather been like today? It's the first reasonable day in what feels like forever. It was only in the 60s this morning on my walk to work and what a glorious walk that was! What was the last exam you sat for? Couldn't even tell ya Will you be attending any weddings in the near future? Jess's in a few months!! And then mine next year :)
Do you currently have any unread text messages, and who from? Nope Speaking of text messages, what colour is your cell phone? Rose gold Do you live anywhere near the woods? Kinda Would you ever consider a career in the tourism industry? It doesn't really seem for me When was the last time you used q-tips? A week or two ago How does your hair react to humid weather or rain? It gets a little frizzy but it's not too bad What’s your favourite flavour of iced tea? Lemon Do you understand music theory? Not even a little
How many hours of sleep did you get last night? 6 or 7ish? Are you expected to act professionally at your job? Define "professional"? I have to be cordial and professional with patients, sure. But I'm friendly and casual with my coworkers. Infomercials: entertaining or stupid? Entertaining and calming! I love throwing on home shopping channels to soothe myself What’s your favourite brand of energy drink? I don't drink them. That would be a NIGHTMARE for my anxiety. Do you have (or have you ever had) acne? I actually have a fucking planet-sized zit on my eyebrow right now. I never struggled with acne as a teen but my 20s have been a different story Why did you click to take this survey? I usually peep the length of a survey to see if it's worth my time. Short surveys annoy me for some reason. If you have glasses, have you ever smashed them? Smashed, no. Broken, yes. How do you get new music? Buy or download or what? Spotify Have you ever sent someone an abusive text message? Whaaaa? Do you require a lot of time to do things or are you quick? Oh I need lots and lots of time. More than the average person for most tasks, I'd say. What will be the next concert you attend? Luke Combs, who I don't even know. But I was invited, it's cheap, and I love live music so Turn the nearest television on, what’s on? I don't have a TV here How often do you “wake up on the wrong side of the bed”? Most days. I'm very bad at waking up and snapping myself into reality. Can you rap? L O L. Just look at me What do you usually order when you’re at McDonald’s? Grilled cheese if they'll serve me it, or an egg & cheese breakfast sandwich. Are there any textbooks near where you are right now? Maybe some medical textbooks upstairs What’s the time? 9:28 How’s your body temperature right now? I'm comfortable. I'm wearing a sweater but also have my desk fan blowing on me which seems unnecessary but, lol Do you use Celsius or Fahrenheit? Fahrenheit. Though I believe America really needs to make the damn switch. What was the last thing you got a really good deal on? A few things from Wegmans Have you ever studied any ancient societies? In school, yeah. Do you like to wear long, dangling earrings? I don't wear earrings at all What was the last reason you took medicine? ANXIETY Do you exercise regularly? I'm trying to make it more of a habit What is your coffee of choice? (flat white, cappuccino, etc.) Just plain brewed coffee. But I like an iced latte for fun now and then. Do you pay any attention to your country’s politics? It's kind of impossible not to Are you feeling worried about anything right now? I mean, I live in a permanent state of worry Are you a gossipy type of person? As much as I want to act like I'm not, I totally am When will your next meal be, and do you know what it will consist of? Lunch when I get home from work. No clue what I'll have though. It's slim pickings in our kitchen... What’s your opinion on your in-laws, if you have any? I'm very, very blessed to have the in-laws I do. They've been nothing but welcoming, supportive, and affectionate from the beginning. I truly feel like I gained a second family. Have you seen your best friend today? Glenn, yes. What can you smell right now? The coffee I'm drinking Any important birthdays coming up? Glenn's on Saturday! Then my goddaughter's the day after. Then Kathleen's & mine the following week. July is a busy month for birthday ha. Fireworks: yay or nay? I like how they look but the sound (and sensation) scares me Do you have any plans for the rest of the day? I work 'till 12 and then the rest of my day is wide open. Maybe I'll do some reading. How about tomorrow? Any plans? I have some returns to make at the store and I have to stop at my parents' house. But beyond that... whole lot of nothing. Do you know how to do your own laundry or does someone else do it? I do my own If you could eat or drink anything right now, what would it be? A piece of pizza would be dope right now. But when DON'T I want pizza?
What colour are your headphones? Blue Think of the last long car trip you had, where did you go? I haven't been in the car for longer than 40ish minutes in a long time
Do you have a Twitter account that you use regularly? Yep Have you ever seen a horseshoe crab? They’re scary, right?! I haven't but I'd probably think it's cool Are there any new movies that you’d really like to see? Not really. I'm not a movie person If you could play one instrument flawlessly, what would it be? Piano Do you overthink a lot of things? Please
Is there anybody you miss but can’t see again? Nora When was the last time you had a hangover? Couple days ago. The hangxiety was BAD
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stephicness · 7 years ago
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A Question For You... (Tag Game)
cSo for this one, I was tagged by @misaki-kurenai, @sahara-rose, and @fangsoflightening. So I’d figured I’d just put these questions all into one post. c: Spare you the post spam. Here we go!
I’mma put my tags and questions up above the read more, that why I won’t bore you with a massively long post. :D Instead, I’ll give you really descriptive questions!
1) You’re walking home one day, and you suddenly stumble upon a man dressed in over-the-top clothing and a giant hat. He offers you the chance to have one wish granted, but at the expense of your loved-one perishing in the process. Would you still take the wish? What would you wish for?
2) You’re going to be featured as a character within a novel! However, the catch is that you have to write your character’s introduction to the story. How would you write your introduction and description?
3) Given the circumstances involving a successful project being completed and your work/school being collateral damage, you’re given compensation for your time and efforts: $1,000,000! What do you decide to do with said money?
4) You’re minding your own business and drinking your beverage as you work when suddenly someone comes up and kisses you. When they pull away, your heart skips a beat because you notice just how beautiful they look. What do they look like?
5) You’re trapped in a plain white room with nothing more than a box of materials of various kinds. Your captors give you a goal to work towards: fill up one of the walls with anything you like by any means you desire to. You can draw, paint, write, and more. How do you go about filling up that wall?
6) Of all of the books this library can contain, you’re only allowed to enter this library and pick up three books of different genres to forever keep as your own. Because once you claim your books to read, the library will disappear. What are the three books that you wish to read from this library?
7) You’re chosen for a higher purpose, they claimed. Your talents and accomplishments will make you the leader of a new revolution of ideas, and it all starts with the talent that you have. What is the talent and accomplishment that will lead you to start this revolution?
8) The world is slowly coming to ruins and it seems that the only goal in this new and twisted reality is to survive. Survival comes at a top priority, but you have to keep your loved ones safe as well. What will be your plan for survival when you must help others as well?
9) An artist found you as the muse to their work, and so they ask to paint you as their subject. Once the painting is complete, they reveal it to you and claim that they captured the perfect aesthetic for you. What is the aesthetic that was captured and how was it captured?
10) It seems as if the life that you’ve wished to live in was only but a dream. A dream that must soon come to an end as you return back to the reality you reside in. What was the dream that you were trapped in?
11) ‘All hail your new ruler!’ The cheers from the crowd below overwhelm you as you step out and admire the kingdom before you. A world where you possess an unimaginable magical power that only you and your linage has carried. What is the power that you possess?
And let’s tag... @itshaejinju, @birdsandivory, @lhugbereth, @chimeracuddles, @mistress-light, @destiny-islanders, @fulgurians, @lizibabbles, @blossattic, @fabulanova-ffxv, @chaoticmimzy
*thumbs up* Have fun with the overly detailed questions! Feel free to read the questions asked of me below~ :D
fangsoflightening’s Questions
1: If you could pick one fictional character to hang out with, who would it be?
Probably Prompto, actually. c: I’m a bit boring in my routines and all, so having someone as energetic as Prompto as a buddy would be pretty cool. Adventures whenever possible, perhaps!
2: Favorite tv show or anime?
I watch obscene amounts of Law and Order: SVU. To the point where I’ve watched all of the seasons 3-4 times... *coughs*
3: Is there a particular trope you really love?
Tsundereeeeeeeeees
4: Favorite movie?
Scott Pilgrim vs the World
5: If you had the chance to do anything you wanted without limits, what would it be?
Is infinite pho and sushi an option...?
6: Favorite kind of weather?
Super warm partly cloudy days
7: You can have one superpower. What do you choose?
Mental to physical recreation. That way, if I have a really cool idea for a drawing or design, I can instantly draw it without it looking derpy.
8: Favorite food?
I really like soups and sushi. Like, alot of soup and sushi.
9: What is a pet peeve of yours?
Being talked over.
10: Do you have a favorite saying?
“People are people, and people are dumb.”
11: When it comes to shipping, is there a particular dynamic you especially love?
I like ships that have a dynamic where they aren’t really in love at first, or they aren’t together for a long time, and then suddenly there’s some dramatic revelation of event that brings them together in a cute and genuine way. Kinda like a one-sided affection that ultimately leads to the other being all ‘I don’t like affection, but your affection is nice.’ Cute sappy stuff that gives me diabetes, please. :D
sahara-rose’s Questions
Favourite colour and why?
Purple. It’s always been a color associated with regality and power, but it’s also a color that can be associated with moodiness and darkness. Kinda like behind every strength is a weakness. It’s pretty neat~
Do you hate someone that you have a thought about doing something bad to them? if so why?
I resent alot of people in my life, but I don’t really ‘hate’ them. I forsake them alot and say things like ‘I hope you eat a stale bagel,’ but I’d rather let karma take-over for me.
Have any plans? like going on a vacation etc
I’m moving to the Roseville and Sacramento area around April and May...?
Have you ever confess to your crush?
I have, yes. Never turns out too well in the end though~
Happiest moment in your life?
Every day where I’m not wishing to kill myself and suffer is a happy moment. c: Yay for self-damnation!
What about a person that attracts you?
I find myself most attracted to a person’s intellect. If they’re smart and have a good and open-minded perspectives on things, then they’re usually someone I grow fond of. That, and roman noses for some reason.
If you have one chance to marry your favourite character. who would it be and why?
I mean... Ravus is my favorite character, but that’s because I like the moody bishies tsunderes. c:
First game you ever play?
The first game I played solo and beat was the Sims Bustin’ Out. Yeah, I was a completionist with that game. It was terrible...
Do you have bad habits that you want to get rid of?
I pull out my hair whenever I have anxiety, so it’d be nice breaking that habit.
Favourite animal? Why?
Owls, because they’re majestic angry birds. Tsundere birds probably.
Be honest, would you rather go back to the past or see your future? why?
Probably the past, so I could benefit my future/present with minor things. Of course, butterfly effect politics, but I’d more rather help shape the present than see the future to come. Only leads to more stress and anxiety.
misaki-kurenai’s Questions
1. What’s your current song obsession? 
I always listen to Jump and Shake by Timeflies on the way to work. :D
2. How are you doing in life so far? Struggling? Me too. 
Kind of in a bind for money, and I’ve been lacking in creativity and motivation, but yeah. Beyond that, I guess it’s going okay? Perhaps moving will help shake things up!
3. Do you quote lines from Vine sometimes?
Oh god... A bit more often that I’d wanna admit.
4. If so, which ones? :3
I say ‘watermelone’ alot, because I really like watermelon. I also quote that one vine where they’re singing ‘Suck a dick!’ That one resonates with me alot.
5. What time do you usually go to bed? 
Somewhere between 1 AM and 3 AM.
6. Do you or have you done commissions before?
I do/have done them, yes! I’m a lazy artist though, but I really wanna take more commissions again! I just gotta resolve what’s going on with my desktop. e.e;;
7. Are all of your social media accounts under the same/similar username?
Typically, yes. Stephicness is my default in most cases, like on Xbox, Youtube, and Tumblr. UdonDude/UdonTitan are my PC game names. And gawsh-adaarn-it/gawshadaarnit was my ex-tumblr name and used for Spotify and stuff like that.
8. Who are your top 5 celebrity crushes?
Um... I don’t really have any celebrity crushes, to be honest... I scream alot whenever I see Benedict Cumberbatch though...?
9. How much makeup do you wear when you go out (in general)? 
I actually just started wearing makeup for things, but I only really ever use it when I’m going out to do fancy things. So little to none, because I only ever really use foundation to make myself look like tired.
10. What’s your hidden talent? :D
Uh... I used to be really good at Jeopardy and trivia games...? I can also twist my arms around and Grudge crawl after people. :D
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