#it's all part of the plan baby

[blossompoet]

Messy journal spreads >>>>

[tagerrkix]

Eden was their ✨disney princess era✨

[kimtaegis]

A Taegi Series, pt. 7: personal space ❌ being attached at the hip ✅

cr. namuspromised, jung-koook, 0613data

[backpackingspace]

Okay but consider by the time the odysseus is baby girling himself during suffering, it's been very well established that he is the distraction/talk their way out of trouble friend. So eurylochus who has probably been putting up with this nonsense since they were children was going no no this is 100% normal just ignore it. While the crew (who was just random subjects yes?) Was going what the fuck what the fuck

[silviakundera]

Back on my The Grand Princess / The Princess Royal bullshit again but when you know all three are time travelers but only LR and PWX know about each other, the early interactions are so funny to me. At first Li Rong was just weirded out by them spending time with (what she thought was) a 20 year old baby!Su Rongqing. And conversely, I'm pretty sure they weirded him out several times in return.

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The two of them were in their respective cells, reading books and records of Go games that had been played, quarreling over a few things in their free time as the days idly passed by.

In the evening, Su Rongqing brought a food box, which he gave Li Rong alongside a few novels, then he gave an account of what happened in the recent days in the imperial court, going over everything at once.

Li Rong listened to his report as she bowed her head and looked through the novels that Su Rongqing had brought her. Once Su Rongqing had finished speaking, she didn’t bother to ask more about imperial court affairs and only said, “These novels you brought me seem very interesting. I should be able to finish reading them in a few days. You can find something similar for me next time.”

Su Rongqing stared blankly for a moment, but then he reacted and said somewhat hesitantly, “Is there anything else Your Highness wants me to bring?”

“No, nothing,” Li Rong said.

🤡🤡🤡🤡🤡

(Su Rongqing: quivering like a hunting dog and ready to assist a 20 yr old princess; prepared, if asked, to recite a complete report of every key political occurrence in the kingdom)

(Li Rong, calmly chilling in prision, working thru her reading list: ok see u later i guess)

*

Pei Wenxuan had almost finished getting ready by the time Li Rong came out after freshening up. The two of them left their cells together, following Su Rongqing out of prison.

It had yet to be daybreak, but everyone was in high spirits. Li Rong got onto the carriage first. Pei Wenxuan was about to get onto the carriage behind hers when he saw Su Rongqing directly board Li Rong’s carriage without the slightest intention of avoiding suspicion.

Pei Wenxuan stopped what he was doing. After a moment, he made a decision.

He also got onto Li Rong’s carriage.

As soon as Li Rong got onto the carriage, she felt a bit sleepy, but she soon saw Su Rongqing come up as well. It gave her a scare, and she subconsciously asked, “What are you doing up here?” 😟

“There are many things that have not yet been explained to Your Highness. This humble official feared that it may be too late to do so upon arriving at the palace. May Your Highness be forgiving.” Su Rongqing respectfully answered.

Li Rong unhurriedly nodded and said, “Su daren is truly considerate…”

Before she could finish her sentence, Pei Wenxuan rolled up the curtain and jumped in. Li Rong couldn’t help but ask once more, “What are you doing up here as well?” 😕

Pei Wenxuan subconsciously wanted to throw out his retort, “He can come up, but I can’t?” But he took one look at Su Rongqing’s face and held back. It didn’t matter if they quarreled loudly on a daily basis, but one must still uphold etiquette in the presence of others 😇, so he respectfully said, “There are some matters to be discussed with Your Highness. This humble official feared that it may be too late to do so upon arriving at the palace. May Your Highness be forgiving.”

Li Rong: “…” 😶😕

Such similar excuses that made it inconvenient for her to refuse.

“Then have a seat and join us, Pei daren.” Li Rong called out for the two to come over. There was not much that needed to be discussed. They took a seat on opposite sides. Li Rong sat in the main seat in between, and for some reason, she began to experience a sense of apprehensiveness and awkwardness that could not be put to words. 😐😬

The three of them were silent. Su Rongqing lowered his eyes and said nothing. Pei Wenxuan closed the fan in his hand, also not speaking up.

With nothing to do, Li Rong poured tea for herself in the meantime. The sound of pouring water could be heard. Both of them were watching her. Li Rong’s movements paused as she held the teapot. After a moment, she revealed an awkward smile and persuaded the two, “Have some tea.”

With that said, she personally poured them each a cup of tea. When she picked up the tea, it became a question of whom to give it to first.

If it was given to Su Rongqing first, she feared that Pei Wenxuan would find a way to retaliate some time later knowing him and that petty heart of his. 😒

If it was given to Pei Wenxuan first, this would not quite be in accordance with etiquette since Su Rongqing ranked higher than Pei Wenxuan in terms of their official post and status. 😅

She stiffened as she held the cup. The two of them quietly eyed the tea in her hands. Li Rong suddenly felt that what she was holding was not tea but a firecracker that could go off at any time. 💀

After a few moments, Li Rong gritted her teeth and decisively drained the cup of tea in her hands in one go and calmly said, “I was a bit thirsty, so I had another cup. Su daren,” She broke through the awkward atmosphere and got to the point, turning to look at Su Rongqing, “What did you wish to inform Bengong?”

Contrary to one’s expectation, Su Rongqing’s matters were neatly laid out, almost as if he was telling Li Rong everything he knew. No matter how big or small, everything to his knowledge was reported to her. ... 📜📑

Li Rong nodded, grateful, as she said: “Su daren is rather dedicated.”

“Handling such affairs for Your Highness is merely this humble official’s duty.”

Pei Wenxuan sat off to the side, quietly listening as the two of them spoke. Once Su Rongqing and Li Rong finished their conversation, Li Rong turned to look at Pei Wenxuan and smiled, “And what does Pei daren wish to inform Bengong?”

“Oh, it’s not a big deal,” Pei Wenxuan smiled and raised his fan, pointing to the hairpin on Li Rong’s head, “Your Highness, your hairpin is crooked.”

Li Rong: “……”

He actually didn’t leave her the slightest bit of face, too lazy to even bother to act perfunctory towards her. 😤

Li Rong was about to have people stop the carriage and blast Pei Wenxuan out when she noticed that the person beside her suddenly got up, placing one hand on his sleeve to draw it back as he raised his other hand to gently straighten her hairpin. He calmly said, “All is well, Your Highness.”

😶 Li Rong stared blankly and had yet to respond while Pei Wenxuan coldly eyed Su Rongqing. Su Rongqing returned to his seat in an unhurried manner, his expressions calm and unperturbed, completely ignoring Pei Wenxuan’s gaze.

Seeing that the atmosphere had become awkward again, Li Rong let out a small cough. When the two looked over, Li Rong hastily picked up a cup of tea and persuaded them, “Have some tea.”

The two of them said nothing, making Li Rong feel even more embarrassed. 🤦

Fortunately, the carriage finally arrived at the palace within moments. Upon arriving at the imperial palace, Li Rong quickly said, “We’ve arrived, let us quickly be on our way.” 🏃 💨

Having said that, she didn’t even notice that the two of them had stood up and quickly jumped out of the carriage. The morning breeze greeted her as she got out of the carriage. Li Rong felt at ease and content. She waved her fan and walked on ahead, telling Jing Lan, “Let’s go, let’s go ahead first.”

“Without waiting for the two darens?”

Jing Lan was at somewhat of a loss. Li Rong should presumably enter the palace with them, but as soon as Li Rong heard her, she quickly covered half of her face with her fan, revealing a disdainful look, “Hurry up and go, let’s put some distance between us and them.”

🙅

[pisshandkerchief]

I think the wider gravity falls fandom would benefit from realizing that alex hirsch is not some kind of genius and is rather just some guy who loves trolling people and is very clearly flying by the seat of his pants at all times on every creative decision he makes

[aastarions]

i cannot believe that since i posted the last chapter of my zhongli multichap (in july 2022) right

ive gotten engaged

ive gotten married

AND

ive gotten pregnant 🧍🏼‍♀️

specifically pregnant with identical twins 🧍🏼‍♀️🧍🏼‍♀️

[sysig]

Finally made a Parapluesch OC, introducing Mama Oz ♥ (Patreon)

[ef-1]

you don't play :( you're no fun :( | march '24

[thetimelordbatgirl]

Funny how people defended Eden against 'bullying' during Eurovision, because Eden clearly can dish it as evident by her appearing in the Israel skit based on Eurovision 2024 where Israel mocks Marina, Bambie, Joost and Nemo, happily taking part in the mockery herself, but guess the poor 20 year old baby can't take it when thrown back at her during Eurovision where it's alleged she and the Israel team/press went after and harassed other performers and the teams/press from their countries.

[moregraceful]

I name all of my snake plants after Baltimore Orioles players because...I don't know why I do that.....anyway Adley (she/her pronouns according to my parents) and Adam Jones are making the trip with me but Chris Davis is TOO BIG FOR THE CAR and I'm so sad now. That was my emotional support snake plant through my FMLA leave. He has seen the worst of me (mental illness, forgot to water him for a month) and survived. Now he's like four feet tall and I have to leave him behind because he is so big that he takes up more than a third of my luggage space in the car 🥲 I took such good care of him that now he has to live independent of me. Goodbye Chris Davis I will think of you fondly as I encourage Adley to grow big and strong.

[sealrock]

I wish I knew how to draw because I'm being cursed with visions that can't be replicated in gpose

[eff-plays]

Not exactly a dadstarion truther either (mostly bc it took me a while to actually warm up to the idea and also hes NEVER having kids with my durge, only my tav (can you imagine this man parenting a Bhaalspawn? A dhampir Bhaalspawn?? Nonono.)) But I do find something a little compelling about the thought of this man who a) has had absolutely nothing of his own for as long as he can remember and b) sees himself as worthless and irreparably fucked up creating this tiny new person? Like, they're part of him, he made this precious little creature (with the person he already loves most)? This soft and innocent thing? (Which he would waffle awfully between wanting to keep innocent for as long as possible but also making sure they know about life's horrors so they can avoid them) Like sure the baby version is annoyingly loud and can't do anything and also gross and smells but he can teach the toddler to bite people. He is the absolute worst enabler, spoils the kid rotten. Teaches them to steal and pick locks and just lets them get away with murder. Parent #2 has to do all the actual parenting part cuz damn he's not doing the discipline thing at all.

Also the vain part of him likes looking at his kid and sort of seeing some of his face in them, since he can't use an actual mirror.

Well he'd be cured by the time he has the kid or soon after in my canon, so that last part wouldn't apply for me.

And yeah, when I say that I'm not a dadstarion truther I don't mean that I don't see it happening ever, but more that to me, that first step in itself is the one that I see as least likely.

Because I can accept that he would learn to love the kid, that he would care about it and spoil it. I can also accept (and would gladly explore) him having a complicated relationship with the kid, either early on in a postpartum depression sort of way, or further down the line in a "I can't find common ground with my teen/young adult" sort of way (or both lbr).

The problem, to me, is that I don't see Astarion going "let's have a kid!" I don't see him genuinely wanting one, and I don't see him finding any reason to lie about wanting one, and I don't see Hira believing any of those lies even if he does try. It's really the initial hurdle. The rest I'm happy to make as dysfunctional and weird as it would realistically be when a guy who shouldn't be a dad becomes a dad. One of the reasons I came up with Critter is because I find it compelling how much Astarion is not a dad guy, and how that would fuck up a person like Critter. That's juicy stuff. And also a way for me to work out my own daddy issues I guess lmao.

But getting that started? Actually inventing a reason for how Astarion would even agree to it? That's where I struggle. And that's why I'm torn. Cuz I do want to stay true to my own interpretation of a character, while also wanting to create a new character and put them both (and also Hira) in situations.

Like I'm happy for all the dadstarion peeps who have cool dhampir girlies running around on adventures and I'd love to join them, but I also think that if I were true to Astarion's characterization, that kid would have issues. Like maybe a lot of them.

[beebeetheclown]

Kenstewy go on vacation together after the death of Logan Roy and the loss of Waystar:

[faaun]

today was ok good great bad 😭 rant in tags lets try to be normal abt this

[ybcpatrick]

i don't think i've had a single good day or a good night's sleep in at least two straight weeks 😁😁😁😁😁