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blackbutlerfandomnerddomain ยท 1 year ago
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Twst au where everyone of the nrc student bois are dating kalim
All of them. The whole (named) nrc cast
Headcanons?? ๐Ÿ‘€
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Boo this was originally meant to be posted FOREVER AGO but this took me so long to finally find the words, find fanart, fics were discovered, prompts were randomly generated, and at long last the Kalim Harem Ship is here~!
First off, theme songs:
I can most defiantly picture him singing any of these to his partners, especially extra flirty or if he senses they're insecure.
I see him singing Perfect and Just the Way you Are to basically Jamil, Riddle, Azul, and Idia while he sings If I Had You in all his concerts or just goofy and flirty in the living room
Spoils his lover A LOT
Ruggie and Azul and Vil are loving it a bit too much lol
Nothing happened for a while and EVERYONE was collectively equally flustered and shy about the fact they love the same guy, some where holding back and giving up for others while others just didn't know how to act with these feelings
Meanwhile Kalim knew he liked them all just didn't see a issue of it until his family pressured him to think about the line of brides they picked out for him
He kept thinking back on everything and decided he was just gonna date someone from NRC to get them off his back
BUT HE COULDN'T PICK!
Ace's freckles were so cute
Deuce's sweetness and loyal soul melts his heart
Jack's muscles are a bonus but he adores his fluffy tail
Epel's attitude on rules and how you should act inspire him
He finds Sebek's eyes the prettiest gems in the world
Riddle's red hair is a beautiful red and his brave soul is a plus
Ruggie's humor is magic to his soul and his big heart doesn't help!
Azul's confidence and singing are a peaceful spell
Floyd's energy is amazing and his food is amazing
Jade's honesty is refreshing and his hobbies, though weird, are cute
And Jamil, what can he not name what he loves about Jamil???
Silver's eyes and quirky sleep habits drew that boy like a moth to a flame
Trey's baking and kind eyes and his loyalty wins his heart instantly
Cater's personality equals his own and his eyes and smile are the brightest star in the galaxy
Leona's chill attitude on royal stuff makes him calm and his purrs and loyalty to those who are "lesser" than him makes it better
Vil's beauty was a win sure but he was drawn first with those beautiful colors and singing voice but stayed due to his mind
Rook's view of beauty and his strong loyalty was impressive and hot lets be honest for him and the laughter they share is treasure
Idia's unique beauty and speech makes him curious, even more with how much he cares for his brother dearly
Malleus' curiously and fascination of everything and everyone was a selling point alongside his kind soft nature
And Lilia's humor, his style, his loyalty and bravery saves him from a sad day when no one else could help him
WHY WAS HE IN A SCHOOL FULL OF BEAUTIFUL AND PERECT MEN AND BABES!?!
It finally came to light when Kalim finally broke during school and hid in Scarabia for almost a week, not even Jamil could convince him to come out which was when alarms starting going off for the servant boy
Jamil finally informed the other dorm leaders and those who ask Kalim seems to not be feeling well and now everyone's worried for Kalim and all go to see him in Scarabia.
EVEN IDIA WENT OUT OF HIS HOME TO CHECK ON HIM!
Kalim's denying hard of the reason until Jamil, through push and shove, made him confess by ordering the truth with Ruggie's power's help keeping him still
Kalim tearfully confessed, crying harder as he vent outside Snake's Whisper and sobbed about his feelings for them all soon after
Everyone was like "You like him..? Wait me? Wait what-" at first until Jamil wiped Kalim's face with a tissue and soothed him and then Silver piped up he liked Kalim back
This soon started a string after Sebek got jealous and confessed too which made Ace jealous and yeah you get the picture everyone said they liked Kalim back and Kalim was growing more and more red
Everyone basically left alone for the rest of the week to decide what he wants to do
No one slept that week not even Silver as they contemplated what'll happen and fearing the friendship of Kalim and the others will be ruined
Riddle held a secret late night meeting, first time he broke a rule in a while, with Trey, Cater, Ace, and Deuce and they chatted a bit before Riddle confessed saying he's willing to abandoned his feelings if that means they are happy
Leona, Ruggie, and Jack were a bit tense but Jack sat them down and talked in which Leona said he wouldn't be shocked if Kalim preferred someone else
Ocavinelle were shocked to see the Leech Twins and Azul argue one night about the other being selfish and soon all exclaimed "Kalim wouldn't want a ugly octopus/crazy eel/forgotten one like me!" which shuts them up and even Floyd apologizes for fighting with them
Jamil did so much to not let the idea of Kalim loving others hurt him. He accepted since his first realization of his feelings won't be good but he can't help but be angry and sad about the idea Kalim was hurting
Epel was very open about voicing how he feels about the situation. Him, Rook, and Vil were really showing their ugly flaws during some nights when they fought over A) I deserve him more and B) You're a coward to give up
Idia just locked down most. He accepted he was no where near the top three picks for perfect boyfriend for Kalim but as those hours ticked he slowly felt sick as he couldn't stop seeing Kalim smiling at him
Draconia, similar to Savanaclaw, was tense for a while. But like Heartslabyul, they hosted a secret meeting to discuss the options before them when they kind of got emotional with jealous emotions than sadness about what they were being like and huddling close like they used to back in the days
Then one day Kalim returned to physical classes. He started helping with Jamil's chores to make it easier for him, and everyone else was very easing back and just being good friends and not pushing him to give a verdict yet
This soon led to Kalim asking them to meet in Scarabia for a party which once everyone else hit the hay/left he confessed properly to them all including the things I mentioned above and in the end mentioned he likes them all the same and can't decide so he requested they all date each other to see what happens
There was some objections (mostly Jamil 'cuz "what would your family think'') but pretty much everyone soon agreed to try it out and will accept Kalim's choice if he decides differently (please send me a ask on their dates PLEASE DAMN THE LIMIT!)
This happened with Riddle one karaoke date ay Scarabia for all with Kalim recording (I like to hc he had a great voice)
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Kalim was heart broken when he was still forced to find a bride despite loving so many, he fell deep into depression and the next concert sang this
Neige and Chenya didn't join until MUCH later due to them finding Kalim pretty and Kalim in turn asked them out, things got used for them right away
Vil and Neige sang this after catching one of this girls sent by his family (Vil being Jade and Neige being Cat)
LOTS OF CUDDLES
Jamil was the hardest to accept this change but soon grew as he saw how much the others mattered to them, since they also helped him in so many ways
Kalim uses Oasis Maker a lot for his partners, especially Floyd and Jade
Chenya gets so much pets from Kalim and food for Jamil lol
I want to do a part 2 and art! I'm sorry it's not much there's a word limit apparently so PLEASE ASK THIS AGAIN SO I CAN WRITE MORE OR HAVE A EXCUSE TO MAKE THIS MORE FUN!!
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๐’๐ฆ๐ข๐ฅ๐ž ๐Ÿ๐จ๐ซ ๐ญ๐ก๐ž ๐‚๐š๐ฆ๐ž๐ซ๐š! ๐Ÿ“ธโœจ
Grace finally has a Magicam account, and what better use for it than immortalizing their friendships?
.๐“‚ƒห–หณยทห– ึดึถึธ โ‹†โ˜…โ‹† ึดึถึธห–ยทหณห–๐“‚ƒ ึดึถึธ.
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๐˜†๐˜‚๐˜‚๐—ฟ_๐—ด๐—ฟ๐—ฎ๐—ฐ๐—ฒ I finally made an account!! First pic, tea party preparations with housewarden of Heartslabyul! ๐ŸŒน๐Ÿซ–
โค๏ธ ๐—ฎ๐—ฐ๐—ฒ_๐—ผ๐—ณ๐—ต๐—ฒ๐—ฎ๐—ฟ๐˜๐˜€ LMAO? HE'S SUCH A PRUDE LOLL
โ€Ž โ€Ž โ€Ž โ€Ž โ€Ž โ€Ž โ€Ž โ€Ž โ€Žยฌโ™ ๏ธ ๐˜€๐—ฝ๐—ฎ๐—ฑ๐—ฒ_๐—ฑ๐—ฒ๐˜‚๐—ฐ๐—ฒ @ace_ofhearts dude you're aware that housewarden Rosehearts owns a magicam account right?
โ™ฆ๏ธ ๐—ฑ๐—ถ๐—ฎ๐—บ๐—ผ๐—ป๐—ฑ_๐—บ๐—ถ๐—ป๐—ฑ totes adorbs!! but kinda bummed u didn't pick me for such a cute pic idea... (ใ… โ€ธใ… )
โ€Ž โ€Ž โ€Ž โ€Ž โ€Ž โ€Ž โ€Ž โ€Ž โ€Žยฌ๐Ÿฆ ๐˜†๐˜‚๐˜‚๐—ฟ_๐—ด๐—ฟ๐—ฎ๐—ฐ๐—ฒ @diamond_mind Oh I'm so sorry!! I got so busy with preparations that it slipped my mind u_u; I'll save you a spot next time, promise!
โ€Ž โ€Ž โ€Ž โ€Ž โ€Ž โ€Ž โ€Ž โ€Ž โ€Ž โ€Ž โ€Ž โ€Ž โ€Ž โ€Ž โ€Ž โ€Ž โ€Ž โ€Ž โ€Ž โ€Ž โ€Ž โ€Ž โ€Žโ€Ž โ€Ž.๐“‚ƒห–หณยทห– ึดึถึธ โ‹†โ˜…โ‹† ึดึถึธห–ยทหณห–๐“‚ƒ ึดึถึธ. โ€Ž โ€Ž โ€Ž โ€Ž โ€Ž โ€Ž โ€Ž โ€Ž โ€Ž โ€Ž โ€Ž โ€Ž โ€Ž โ€Ž โ€Ž โ€Ž โ€Ž โ€Ž โ€Ž โ€Ž โ€Ž โ€Ž โ€Ž โ€Ž โ€Ž โ€Ž
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๐˜†๐˜‚๐˜‚๐—ฟ_๐—ด๐—ฟ๐—ฎ๐—ฐ๐—ฒ ....okay so this MIGHT turn into a series. I pray to the Seven that Leona isn't active on magicam or else I'm migrating (he looks so peaceful tho, doesn't he?!)
๐Ÿบ ๐—ท๐—ฎ๐—ฐ๐—ธ๐—ต๐—ผ๐˜„๐—น__ Grace.
โ€Ž โ€Ž โ€Ž โ€Ž โ€Ž โ€Ž โ€Ž โ€Ž โ€Ž โ€Ž โ€Ž โ€Ž โ€Ž ยฌ๐Ÿฆ ๐˜†๐˜‚๐˜‚๐—ฟ_๐—ด๐—ฟ๐—ฎ๐—ฐ๐—ฒ @jackhowl__ Jack...... 5 replies
๐Ÿ† ๐—ฟ๐˜‚๐—ด๐—ด_๐—ฏ๐˜‚๐—ฐ๐—ฐ๐—ต๐—ถ๐Ÿฏ๐Ÿต๐Ÿณ you owe me a deluxe cutlet sandwich now btw ๐Ÿ˜‡
โ€Ž โ€Ž โ€Ž โ€Ž โ€Ž โ€Ž โ€Ž โ€Ž โ€Ž โ€Ž โ€Žยฌ๐Ÿฆ ๐˜†๐˜‚๐˜‚๐—ฟ_๐—ด๐—ฟ๐—ฎ๐—ฐ๐—ฒ I don't recall that being on our TOA?? 1 replies
๐Ÿฐ ๐˜€๐—ฎ๐˜ƒ๐—ฎ๐—ป๐—ฎ_๐—ป๐—ฝ๐—ฐ ????? LEONA KINGSCHOLAR???? ISN'T THAT THE PREFECT WHAT. 1435 replies
๐Ÿฆ ๐—บ๐—ฎ๐—ด๐—ถ๐—ฐ๐—ฎ๐—บ_๐˜‚๐˜€๐—ฒ๐—ฟ๐Ÿฎ๐Ÿฑ๐Ÿฒ๐Ÿฏ๐Ÿด๐Ÿฎ๐Ÿต๐Ÿฎ๐Ÿฑ๐Ÿฎ Sevens you narrow minded idiot.
โ€Ž โ€Ž โ€Ž โ€Ž โ€Ž โ€Ž โ€Ž โ€Ž โ€Ž โ€Ž โ€Ž โ€Žยฌ ๐ŸŒ ๐˜๐˜„๐˜€๐˜๐—ป๐—ฝ๐—ฐ is that literally fucking leona kingscholar 34572 replies
โžปoh, except.... maybe they forgot one little detail...
โ€Ž โ€Ž โ€Ž โ€Ž โ€Ž โ€Ž โ€Ž โ€Ž โ€Ž โ€Ž โ€Ž โ€Ž โ€Ž โ€Ž โ€Ž โ€Ž โ€Ž โ€Ž โ€Ž โ€Ž โ€Ž โ€Ž โ€Žโ€Ž โ€Ž.๐“‚ƒห–หณยทห– ึดึถึธ โ‹†โ˜…โ‹† ึดึถึธห–ยทหณห–๐“‚ƒ ึดึถึธ. โ€Ž โ€Ž โ€Ž โ€Ž โ€Ž โ€Ž โ€Ž โ€Ž โ€Ž โ€Ž โ€Ž โ€Ž โ€Ž โ€Ž โ€Ž โ€Ž โ€Ž โ€Ž โ€Ž โ€Ž โ€Ž โ€Ž โ€Ž โ€Ž โ€Ž โ€Ž
๐Ÿฆ yuur_grace
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โค๏ธ 23.2k ๐Ÿ—จ๏ธ 2.3k ๐Ÿ”„ 442
๐˜†๐˜‚๐˜‚๐—ฟ_๐—ด๐—ฟ๐—ฎ๐—ฐ๐—ฒ Decided to pay our octobuddy a little visit at the @mostrolounge this afternoon ๐Ÿ™๐ŸนWhat a face! (also, wow where did all of you come from?? Was Leona's sleeping visage that baffling of a prospect? รนแด—u,, actually, I'm now realizing that I hadn't even set this account to private...oops.)
๐Ÿฌ ๐˜๐—ต๐—ฎ๐˜๐˜€.๐—ฎ.๐—บ๐—ผ๐—ฟ๐—ฎ๐˜† ahahah!! oh man look at his face! little shrimpy's got guts~
โ€Ž โ€Ž โ€Ž โ€Ž โ€Ž โ€Ž โ€Ž โ€Ž โ€Ž โ€Ž โ€Ž โ€Ž โ€Ž ยฌ๐Ÿฆ ๐˜†๐˜‚๐˜‚๐—ฟ_๐—ด๐—ฟ๐—ฎ๐—ฐ๐—ฒ thanks for being the cameraman buddy รนแด—u อกอ™อ˜โ˜… 7 replies
โค๏ธ ๐—ฎ๐—ฐ๐—ฒ_๐—ผ๐—ณ๐—ต๐—ฒ๐—ฎ๐—ฟ๐˜๐˜€ I'm surprised you didn't get ptsd just from walking into that room LMAO
โ€Ž โ€Ž โ€Ž โ€Ž โ€Ž โ€Ž โ€Ž โ€Ž โ€Ž โ€Ž โ€Ž โ€Ž โ€Ž โ€Ž ยฌ๐Ÿฆ ๐˜†๐˜‚๐˜‚๐—ฟ_๐—ด๐—ฟ๐—ฎ๐—ฐ๐—ฒ @ace_ofhearts hm okay how about you join me next time
โ€Ž โ€Ž โ€Ž โ€Ž โ€Ž โ€Ž โ€Ž โ€Ž โ€Ž โ€Ž โ€Ž โ€Ž โ€Ž โ€Ž ยฌโค๏ธ ๐—ฎ๐—ฐ๐—ฒ_๐—ผ๐—ณ๐—ต๐—ฒ๐—ฎ๐—ฟ๐˜๐˜€ @yuur_grace no thank you <3
๐Ÿฌ ๐—ท๐—ฎ๐—ฑ๐—ฒ.๐—น๐—ฒ๐—ฒ๐—ฐ๐—ต. hahah. how swift. perhaps i may join you one day to capture such riveting images. 3 replies
๐ŸŒ ๐˜๐˜„๐˜€๐˜๐—ป๐—ฝ๐—ฐ ok no I'm actually so invested we can't just move on from the fact that this guy showed up all of a sudden and just KNOWS Leona kingscholar personally?!?? 200 replies
โ€Ž โ€Ž โ€Ž โ€Ž โ€Ž โ€Ž โ€Ž โ€Ž โ€Ž โ€Ž โ€Ž โ€Ž โ€Ž โ€Ž โ€Ž โ€Ž โ€Ž โ€Ž โ€Ž โ€Ž โ€Ž โ€Ž โ€Žโ€Ž โ€Ž.๐“‚ƒห–หณยทห– ึดึถึธ โ‹†โ˜…โ‹† ึดึถึธห–ยทหณห–๐“‚ƒ ึดึถึธ. โ€Ž โ€Ž โ€Ž โ€Ž โ€Ž โ€Ž โ€Ž โ€Ž โ€Ž โ€Ž โ€Ž โ€Ž โ€Ž โ€Ž โ€Ž โ€Ž โ€Ž โ€Ž โ€Ž โ€Ž โ€Ž โ€Ž โ€Ž โ€Ž โ€Ž โ€Ž
๐Ÿฆ ๐˜†๐˜‚๐˜‚๐—ฟ_๐—ด๐—ฟ๐—ฎ๐—ฐ๐—ฒ
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๐˜†๐˜‚๐˜‚๐—ฟ_๐—ด๐—ฟ๐—ฎ๐—ฐ๐—ฒ Another face cradled! And a dear friend hugged! Had a blast at this wonderful get-together in Scarabia dorm โ˜€๏ธ๐Ÿฎ๐ŸŽ‡ I think I'm ready to sleep for a week though hahaha ^^;
โ˜€๏ธ ๐—ธ๐—ฎ๐—น๐—ถ๐—บ๐—ฎ๐—น๐—ฎ๐˜€๐—ถ๐—บโœช I'm so glad you came! I don't think I've had that much fun with friends in a while! You're always welcome whenever you feel like visiting ๐Ÿ˜Šโœจ
โ€Ž โ€Ž โ€Ž โ€Ž โ€Ž โ€Ž โ€Ž โ€Ž โ€Ž โ€Ž โ€Ž โ€Ž โ€Ž โ€Ž โ€Žยฌ ๐Ÿฆ ๐˜†๐˜‚๐˜‚๐—ฟ_๐—ด๐—ฟ๐—ฎ๐—ฐ๐—ฒ @kalimalasim always!
โ€Ž โ€Ž โ€Ž โ€Ž โ€Ž โ€Ž โ€Ž โ€Ž โ€Ž โ€Ž โ€Ž โ€Žยฌ ๐ŸŒ ๐˜๐˜„๐˜€๐˜๐—ป๐—ฝ๐—ฐ ARE YOU FREAKING KIDDING ME 1240 replies
๐Ÿ ๐—ท๐—ฎ๐—บ๐—ถ๐—น_๐˜ƒ There's still some leftovers if you'd like to take some for Grim. Or yourself, really. 2 replies
๐ŸŒ ๐˜๐˜„๐˜€๐˜๐—ป๐—ฝ๐—ฐ oh okay so there's even MORE. why not. SURE. 212 replies
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๐˜†๐˜‚๐˜‚๐—ฟ_๐—ด๐—ฟ๐—ฎ๐—ฐ๐—ฒ Nothing better than a long evening spent with the beauty queen himself @vilshoenheit. And look, he reciprocated! How sweet~ ๐Ÿ’œโœจ A wonderful idol, an even better friend.
๐Ÿ‘‘ ๐˜ƒ๐—ถ๐—น๐˜€๐—ฐ๐—ต๐—ผ๐—ฒ๐—ป๐—ต๐—ฒ๐—ถ๐˜โœช How precious. Do take good care of that manicure.
โ€Ž โ€Ž โ€Ž โ€Ž โ€Ž โ€Ž โ€Ž โ€Ž โ€Ž โ€Ž โ€Ž โ€Ž โ€Žยฌ๐Ÿ‘‘ ๐˜ƒ๐—ถ๐—น๐˜€๐—ฐ๐—ต๐—ผ๐—ฒ๐—ป๐—ต๐—ฒ๐—ถ๐˜ Wait, Grace, is this a private post?
โ€Ž โ€Ž โ€Ž โ€Ž โ€Ž โ€Ž โ€Ž โ€Ž โ€Ž โ€Ž โ€Ž โ€Ž ยฌ๐Ÿฆ ๐˜†๐˜‚๐˜‚๐—ฟ_๐—ด๐—ฟ๐—ฎ๐—ฐ๐—ฒ will do! ๐Ÿค 2304 replies
๐ŸŽ ๐—ฎ๐—ฝ๐—ฝ๐—น๐—ฒ๐—ฝ๐—ฒ๐—น_๐—ณ๐—ฒ๐—น๐—บ๐—ถ๐—ฒ๐—ฟ man you're better than me, i can't stand a second doin any a this balderdash
โ€Ž โ€Ž โ€Ž โ€Ž โ€Ž โ€Ž โ€Ž โ€Ž โ€Ž โ€Ž โ€Ž โ€Ž โ€Žยฌ๐Ÿฆ ๐˜†๐˜‚๐˜‚๐—ฟ_๐—ด๐—ฟ๐—ฎ๐—ฐ๐—ฒ your loss,, it's sooo relaxing ๐Ÿ™‚โ€โ†•๏ธ
๐ŸŒ ๐˜๐˜„๐˜€๐˜๐—ป๐—ฝ๐—ฐ YOU GUYS I CANT COPE ARE YOU KIDDING MEEEEEEE 784 replies
๐ŸŒ ๐˜๐˜„๐˜€๐˜๐—ป๐—ฝ๐—ฐ is this guy some sorta undercover cop or sum?? how's he got all these crazy ass ties??
๐Ÿน ๐˜๐—ต๐—ฒ๐—ต๐˜‚๐—ป๐˜๐—ฟ๐—ผ๐—ผ๐—ธ oh, lร  lร ... quelle beautรฉ, the calm before the storm~
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โค๏ธ 60.3k ๐Ÿ—จ๏ธ 43.4k ๐Ÿ”„ 22.5k
๐˜†๐˜‚๐˜‚๐—ฟ_๐—ด๐—ฟ๐—ฎ๐—ฐ๐—ฒ Seems like I've been graced with this nice little picture from @0r1h0_shr0ud2 during a visit to Idia's dorm! No face hold unfortunately, but it's quite cute!๐Ÿฉต๐Ÿค Very rare, it seems Idia has yet to realize the photo being taken ^o^. Peep the adorable little PreMo gacha figure I got for him...? ๐Ÿ‘€
๐Ÿฉต ๐Ÿฌ๐—ฟ๐Ÿญ๐—ต๐Ÿฌ_๐˜€๐—ต๐—ฟ๐Ÿฌ๐˜‚๐—ฑ๐Ÿฎ I was so happy that you decided to stay and keep my brother company, Grace Alexander-san. Idia doesn't show it, but you really made his day!
โ€Ž โ€Ž โ€Ž โ€Ž โ€Ž โ€Ž โ€Ž โ€Ž โ€Ž โ€Ž โ€Ž โ€Ž ยฌ๐Ÿฆ ๐˜†๐˜‚๐˜‚๐—ฟ_๐—ด๐—ฟ๐—ฎ๐—ฐ๐—ฒ @0r1h0_shr0ud2 awww! I'm always happy to spend time with you both! ๐Ÿค 3 replies
๐Ÿ’™ ๐—ด๐—น๐Ÿฌ๐Ÿฌ๐—บ๐˜‚๐—ฟ๐—ฎ๐—ถ woah when was this?! you can't just spring such a rare event out of nowhere! delete, delete!!! 5 replies
โ™ฆ๏ธ ๐—ฑ๐—ถ๐—ฎ๐—บ๐—ผ๐—ป๐—ฑ_๐—บ๐—ถ๐—ป๐—ฑ oh my Seven!! you both look so dope! truly inspiringโ€” and can we talk about how *adorbs* you look with that biscuit hanging from ur mouth?? (หต โ€ขฬ€ แด— - หต ) โœง
โ€Ž โ€Ž โ€Ž โ€Ž โ€Ž โ€Ž โ€Ž โ€Ž โ€Ž โ€Ž โ€Ž โ€Ž โ€Žยฌ๐Ÿฆ ๐˜†๐˜‚๐˜‚๐—ฟ_๐—ด๐—ฟ๐—ฎ๐—ฐ๐—ฒ @diamond_mind brothaaaa keep this up and you'll be fighting off rumors for days LOL รนแด—u ahuahu
โ€Ž โ€Ž โ€Ž โ€Ž โ€Ž โ€Ž โ€Ž โ€Ž โ€Ž โ€Ž โ€Ž โ€Ž ยฌโค๏ธ ๐—ฎ๐—ฐ๐—ฒ_๐—ผ๐—ณ๐—ต๐—ฒ๐—ฎ๐—ฟ๐˜๐˜€ @yuur_grace OH U WANNA HEAR ABOUT RUMORS??? HAHAH
๐ŸŒ ๐˜๐˜„๐˜€๐˜๐—ป๐—ฝ๐—ฐ Am I tweaking or is that like. *The* Idia Shroud from the family Shroud part of the largest technological pioneers in Twisted Wonderland. Or am I insane.
โ€Ž โ€Ž โ€Ž โ€Ž โ€Ž โ€Ž โ€Ž โ€Ž โ€Ž โ€Ž โ€Ž โ€Ž โ€Ž โ€Ž ยฌ๐ŸŒ ๐˜๐˜„๐˜€๐˜๐—ป๐—ฝ๐—ฐ this HAS to be a social experiment atp?? What in the world is this guy's power??? 467 replies
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โค๏ธ 2.1m ๐Ÿ—จ๏ธ 740.3k ๐Ÿ”„ 680k
๐˜†๐˜‚๐˜‚๐—ฟ_๐—ด๐—ฟ๐—ฎ๐—ฐ๐—ฒ it felt almost special, leaving my vest off. Maybe it was the winter breeze. Tsunotaro helped me with his cape, though, despite my insistence. What a sweet personality! ๐Ÿ’š๐Ÿ‰ We took a long walk through an abandoned woods, found some gorgeous gargoyles. To end my little series, I asked to hold him as well. He doesn't own a magicam account so I can't tag him... But at least he can keep the pictures :) Hurray! It ends! ๐Ÿคโœจ
๐ŸŒ ๐˜๐˜„๐˜€๐˜๐—ป๐—ฝ๐—ฐ THERE IS NOOOOO FUCKING WAY I REFUSE NO NO ABSOLUTELY NO WAY THIS IS AN EVIL PRANK WHAT WHAT WHATTTTATSYSYTHJDHJ WHO IS THIS GUYYYYYY 1204 replies
๐ŸŒ ๐˜๐˜„๐˜€๐˜๐—ป๐—ฝ๐—ฐ OH YES DROP THE BOMB ON US WHY NOT. OKAY. THREE OTHER CELEBS WEREN'T ENOUGH I GUESS. 762 replies
๐Ÿฆ‡ ๐˜ƒ๐—ฎ๐—ป๐—ฟ๐—ผ๐˜‚๐—ด๐—ฒ๐—ฒ Grace, you must know I have never been so entertained in my long life. Why, Malleus himself sits beside me and stares down at the screen in bafflement!
โ€Ž โ€Ž โ€Ž โ€Ž โ€Ž โ€Ž โ€Ž โ€Ž โ€Ž โ€Ž ยฌ๐Ÿฆ ๐˜†๐˜‚๐˜‚๐—ฟ_๐—ด๐—ฟ๐—ฎ๐—ฐ๐—ฒ @vanrougee ???? Explain?? ToT
โ€Ž โ€Ž โ€Ž โ€Ž โ€Ž โ€Ž โ€Ž โ€Ž โ€Ž โ€Žยฌโ™ฆ๏ธ ๐—ฑ๐—ถ๐—ฎ๐—บ๐—ผ๐—ป๐—ฑ_๐—บ๐—ถ๐—ป๐—ฑ @yuur_grace you sweet summer child ๐Ÿ˜ญโœ‹
โ€Ž โ€Ž โ€Ž โ€Ž โ€Ž โ€Ž โ€Ž โ€Ž โ€Ž โ€Žยฌ ๐ŸŠ ๐—น๐—ถ๐˜ƒ๐—ถ๐—ป๐—ด.๐˜‡๐—ถ๐—ด๐—ฏ๐—ผ๐—น๐˜ @yuur_grace YOU ARE ENTIRELY UNCONNIVING. YOU PLACE MALLEUS UNDER INTENSE SCRUTINY FROM THE MASSES AS WELL AS LADY MALEFICIA! YOU SHOULD BE MORE MINDFUL, HUMAN!!
โ€Ž โ€Ž โ€Ž โ€Ž โ€Ž โ€Ž โ€Ž โ€Ž โ€Ž โ€Ž โ€Ž ยฌ๐Ÿฆ ๐˜†๐˜‚๐˜‚๐—ฟ_๐—ด๐—ฟ๐—ฎ๐—ฐ๐—ฒ OH my god.
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HEHEHE I HOPE YOU LIKED THIS AS MUCH AS I DID THIS WAS SO EXHAUSTING BUT SO FUN TO MAKE !!! ๐Ÿฉท๐Ÿค๐Ÿฉทโœจโœจ Also pls don't look too hard at the numbers ik a lot of them are wrong I'm sleep deprived and high on 3 monster cans ๐Ÿค
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eldritch-alicedoll ยท 2 months ago
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his princess sketch version
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Since I make it for my portfolio so I want to post my sketch hehe
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solxamber ยท 1 month ago
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Pick Us!
In which you have to choose a club and it looks like everyone wants a piece of you.
Part 2 (Choosing a club)
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You were minding your own business, dodging Grim's increasingly creative ways to get you to buy premium tuna, when Crowley swept in with his usual dramatic flair.
โ€œAh, my dear pupil!โ€ he exclaimed, arms wide like a bad community theater actor. โ€œTo better immerse yourself in school life, you must join a club. Itโ€™s mandatory!โ€
Before you could protest or ask any clarifying questions, he disappeared in a swirl of his cape, leaving you standing there with nothing but Grimโ€™s unsympathetic shrug.
Naturally, this information traveled faster than you could process it, because the next thing you knew, Ace was practically dragging you by the arm across campus.
The Basketball Club
โ€œAlright, listen,โ€ Ace began, spinning a basketball on one finger and grinning like he just invented the sport. โ€œYouโ€™re obviously joining the basketball club. Itโ€™s the best. Iโ€™m here, Floydโ€™s here, and even Jamilโ€™s here, so really, itโ€™s a no-brainer.โ€
โ€œIs that supposed to sell it?โ€ you asked, crossing your arms.
โ€œUh, yeah!โ€ he said, tossing the ball toward you. It immediately bounced off your hands and hit the floor. Ace, undeterred, caught it mid-bounce and gave you a wink. โ€œDonโ€™t worry, Iโ€™ll teach you. Iโ€™m, like, super good at this. Just ask him!โ€
From across the gym, some poor guyโ€”bless his heartโ€”tried to nod in support, but you caught the nervous look he shot Ace instead.
โ€œOkay, sure,โ€ you said, โ€œbut isnโ€™t this just an excuse for you to show off?โ€
โ€œMaybe,โ€ Ace said with zero shame, dribbling the ball dramatically before attempting a layup. The ball bounced off the rim and into Floydโ€™s waiting hands.
โ€œShrimpy!โ€ Floyd called, tossing the ball behind his head without looking (and still somehow making the shot). โ€œJoin the club. Itโ€™ll be fuuuuun.โ€
You hesitated, because with Floyd, โ€œfunโ€ could mean literally anything. โ€œDefine fun,โ€ you said cautiously.
โ€œSimple! You, me, and Ace crushing people in games!โ€ Floyd grinned, leaning closer to you. โ€œAnd if anyone tries to mess with you, Iโ€™ll squish โ€˜em.โ€
Ace groaned. โ€œFloyd, you canโ€™t just threaten people into joining.โ€
โ€œWhy not?โ€ Floyd asked, genuinely puzzled.
โ€œBecause itโ€™s weird!โ€
โ€œNo, itโ€™s effective,โ€ Floyd countered, shooting you another toothy grin. โ€œCโ€™mon, Shrimpy, youโ€™re already here. Iโ€™ll even let you call the plays. Or, you know, not. Whatever.โ€
โ€œ...Youโ€™re just bored, arenโ€™t you?โ€
โ€œObviously,โ€ Floyd admitted, leaning lazily against the wall. โ€œBut hey, if you join, I wonโ€™t let Ace hog the ball. Win-win, right?โ€
And then there was Jamil, who had been sitting silently on the sidelines, observing the chaos with his usual exasperated expression.
โ€œAre they done?โ€ he asked, finally standing and walking over to you.
โ€œI donโ€™t think so,โ€ you replied, watching as Floyd tried to steal the ball from Ace mid-dribble.
Jamil sighed. โ€œTypical.โ€ He glanced at you, his tone cool and measured. โ€œIgnore them. Theyโ€™re just trying to drag you into their antics.โ€
โ€œAntics?โ€ Floyd repeated, offended.
โ€œYeah, Jamil,โ€ Ace added, narrowing his eyes. โ€œWhatโ€™re you implying?โ€
โ€œIโ€™m implying youโ€™re both terrible at convincing people,โ€ Jamil said smoothly. He turned back to you. โ€œIf youโ€™re interested in joining the club, youโ€™ll actually get something out of it. Physical exercise, teamwork, strategy. And if you stick around, Iโ€™ll make sure youโ€™re not stuck with them during practice.โ€
โ€œHey!โ€ Ace protested.
Floyd just laughed. โ€œJamilโ€™s still salty about the last scrimmage.โ€
โ€œHardly,โ€ Jamil said, arching an eyebrow. โ€œIโ€™m just pointing out that if you want to learn how to actually play, youโ€™d be better off with me.โ€
You blinked. โ€œAre youโ€ฆ offering to train me?โ€
He shrugged, but there was a faint smirk on his face. โ€œIf it means saving you from their nonsense, yes.โ€
All you can do is sigh and say "I'll think about it"
Track and Field Club
You barely made it out of the basketball clubโ€™s gym alive when Deuce grabbed your wrist like his life depended on it. His expression was that unique combination of earnest and panickedโ€”classic Deuce.
โ€œWait, donโ€™t decide yet!โ€ he said, already dragging you down the corridor. โ€œYou havenโ€™t even seen the track and field club! You might like it better!โ€
โ€œDeuce,โ€ you began, trying to keep up without tripping. โ€œI havenโ€™t evenโ€”โ€
โ€œJust come on!โ€
Before you knew it, you were standing on the edge of the outdoor track, blinking in the sunlight as Deuce shoved you forward like he was presenting a prize to a panel of judges. Jack, in the middle of sprint drills, stopped mid-stride to look over at you. His tail flicked once, and he jogged over with that intimidating mix of focus and curiosity he always had.
โ€œYouโ€™re trying to recruit them?โ€ Jack asked, crossing his arms.
Deuce nodded, puffing out his chest like he was making the ultimate sales pitch. โ€œYeah! Track and fieldโ€™s way better than basketball. No offense to those guys.โ€
โ€œI take offense,โ€ you muttered, but neither of them heard.
โ€œPlus,โ€ Deuce continued, โ€œweโ€™ve got variety. Running, jumping, throwingโ€”you can do anything. Itโ€™s not just bouncing a ball around, you know?โ€
Jack nodded in agreement. โ€œItโ€™s good for discipline. Builds strength, endurance, and focus. If you want to improve yourself, this is the place to do it.โ€
โ€œUh-huh,โ€ you said, glancing at the track. โ€œAnd what if Iโ€ฆ donโ€™t exactly have focus?โ€
โ€œThatโ€™s fine!โ€ Deuce said, grinning brightly. โ€œWeโ€™ll help you! Right, Jack?โ€
Jack nodded. โ€œOf course. Weโ€™ll start with basic drills.โ€ He gave you a once-over, sizing you up. โ€œHowโ€™s your stamina?โ€
โ€œDefineโ€ฆ stamina,โ€ you said cautiously, because you had a feeling your answer wasnโ€™t going to impress him.
Jackโ€™s ears twitched, and he leaned slightly closer. โ€œHow far can you run without stopping?โ€
โ€œUh,โ€ you began, nervously shifting your weight. โ€œTo the fridge?โ€
Jack blinked. โ€œ...Youโ€™re joking, right?โ€
Deuce coughed loudly, clapping a hand on Jackโ€™s shoulder. โ€œDonโ€™t worry about that! Everyone starts somewhere, right? Besides, theyโ€™re here because they want to try something new.โ€
You stared at Deuce. โ€œI donโ€™t remember saying that.โ€
โ€œExactly!โ€ he continued, ignoring you entirely. โ€œThink of how awesome itโ€™d be to have us training you! Weโ€™ll get you in the best shape of your life. Right, Jack?โ€
Jack, who was still mildly horrified by your fridge comment, hesitated. โ€œ...Sure.โ€
Deuce, now fully in salesman mode, gestured to the track like it was some sort of holy land. โ€œAnd you donโ€™t have to worry about teamwork stuff! You can focus on your personal goals andโ€”โ€
โ€œUnless youโ€™re in a relay,โ€ Jack interjected.
โ€œRight, but relays are cool!โ€ Deuce added quickly. โ€œLikeโ€ฆ team spirit, you know?โ€
You glanced between the two of them, taking in Jackโ€™s intensity and Deuceโ€™s enthusiasm. They were both staring at you with a mix of hope and determination, and honestly, it was kind of endearing.
โ€œOkay,โ€ you said slowly. โ€œIf I join, do I get to skip the first practice?โ€
โ€œNo,โ€ Jack said immediately.
Deuce grinned sheepishly. โ€œBut weโ€™ll go easy on you!โ€
โ€œJack doesnโ€™t look like he believes that.โ€
Jack tilted his head, his tail swishing once. โ€œYouโ€™ll thank me later.โ€
โ€œIโ€™m not sure Iโ€™ll survive later,โ€ you muttered.
Deuce ignored that, clapping his hands together. โ€œGreat! I knew youโ€™d love it here! Cโ€™mon, letโ€™s give them a quick demo, Jack!โ€
Before you could protest, the two of them took off around the track, moving at speeds that made you feel dizzy just watching. Deuce kept glancing back to grin at you, while Jack stayed focused, every stride perfect.
You stood there, bewildered and vaguely impressed, wondering if joining any club was a good idea at all. Still, as Deuce stumbled back toward you, sweaty but grinning like a puppy who just fetched a stick, you couldnโ€™t help but laugh.
โ€œThink about it, okay?โ€ he said, hands on his knees as he caught his breath. โ€œWeโ€™d love to have you here.โ€
Jack jogged up beside him, barely winded. โ€œYouโ€™ll fit in if you put in the effort.โ€
โ€œYeah,โ€ Deuce agreed, nodding earnestly. โ€œSoโ€ฆ what do you think?โ€
You hesitated, glancing at the track, then at them. โ€œโ€ฆIโ€™ll get back to you.โ€
Deuce grinned like that was a victory, and Jack just nodded approvingly. As they walked back to their drills, you realized you had yet another club to considerโ€”and these two werenโ€™t going to make it any easier.
Board Game Club
Before you could make your escapeโ€”or even fully process the events of the dayโ€”your wrist was suddenly seized by Ortho, who zoomed in out of nowhere like a missile with a purpose.
โ€œThere you are!โ€ Ortho exclaimed with unsettling cheer. His grip was surprisingly firm for someone who probably didnโ€™t even need to touch you to move you. โ€œBig Brotherโ€™s been waiting! Come on!โ€
โ€œWaitโ€”what? Ortho, where are weโ€”โ€
โ€œNo time for questions!โ€ And just like that, he lifted you into the air like you were a deranged package and he was some kind of express courier. You barely had time to flail before he rocketed off, delivering you with precision to the board game club's headquarters.
You landed with an unceremonious thud, right in front of Idia, who nearly fell out of his chair.
โ€œOrtho!โ€ Idia hissed, his flaming hair flaring. โ€œYou canโ€™t just abduct people like that!โ€
โ€œBut you said you wanted them to join!โ€ Ortho chirped. โ€œMission accomplished!โ€
Azul, seated calmly at the head of the table, adjusted his glasses and smirked. โ€œWell, well. A delivery serviceโ€”how efficient. Welcome to the board game club.โ€
You were still processing the fact that youโ€™d been airmailed when Idia slouched lower in his seat, muttering, โ€œUgh, so embarrassing. Ortho, seriouslyโ€ฆโ€
โ€œUh,โ€ you began, brushing yourself off. โ€œHi?โ€
Azul gestured grandly to the table in front of him, where an array of meticulously organized board games was displayed like they were ancient treasures. โ€œHere, we focus on strategy, intellect, and the fine art of outwitting your opponent. Unlike other clubs,โ€ he said with a pointed glance at the door, โ€œthis one doesnโ€™t require you to break a sweat.โ€
โ€œThatโ€™s actually kind of appealing,โ€ you admitted, still wary.
Idia perked up slightly, his hair flickering a little brighter. โ€œSee? I told you itโ€™s cool. I mean, if you like, uh, not running around like some NPC.โ€
Ortho leaned over, nodding enthusiastically. โ€œAnd Big Brotherโ€™s really good at this stuff! Heโ€™s undefeated in our club tournaments!โ€
โ€œThatโ€™s because youโ€™re the only other member whoโ€™s not a liability!โ€ Idia blurted, before realizing what heโ€™d just said. โ€œUhโ€”I meanโ€”youโ€™d totally, like, be an asset. Probably.โ€
Azul cleared his throat, clearly annoyed at being excluded from the compliment. โ€œAllow me to demonstrate. Why donโ€™t we have a quick match? You against Idia.โ€
โ€œWhat?โ€ Idia sat up straight, his hair sparking nervously. โ€œNo way! Thatโ€™s not fairโ€”I canโ€™t justโ€”โ€
Azul gave him a smile sharp enough to cut glass. โ€œDonโ€™t tell me youโ€™re afraid of losing, Idia.โ€
Idiaโ€™s face turned pink. โ€œFine,โ€ he grumbled, setting up the board. โ€œBut donโ€™t blame me if I crush them.โ€
You sat down reluctantly, realizing too late that this was probably a trap. Idiaโ€™s fingers moved at lightning speed as he set up his pieces, muttering calculations under his breath. Ortho leaned over your shoulder, giving you completely useless advice like, โ€œJust believe in yourself!โ€
To your surprise, you managed to hold your own for the first few turns. Idia glanced up at you, his eyes narrowing slightly as if he were reevaluating your existence.
โ€œHuh,โ€ he murmured. โ€œNot bad. For a newbie.โ€
โ€œIs that a compliment?โ€ you asked, moving your piece cautiously.
โ€œDonโ€™t let it go to your head,โ€ he said quickly, his face turning red again.
Azul chuckled from his spot at the table. โ€œSee? A game of wits and strategy. Isnโ€™t this far superior to running laps or throwing balls into hoops?โ€
โ€œHey!โ€ you said, pointing your game piece at him. โ€œDonโ€™t diss the other clubs. Theyโ€™re passionate too!โ€
Azul raised an eyebrow. โ€œPassion doesnโ€™t win battles. Strategy does.โ€
The game dragged on, and by the end of it, you were completely out of your depth. Idia, on the other hand, looked like heโ€™d just stepped out of an anime boss fight, his hair flaring dramatically as he made his final move.
โ€œCheckmate,โ€ he said, grinning slightly.
โ€œWrong game, Big Brother,โ€ Ortho corrected.
โ€œWhatever!โ€ Idia snapped, but he didnโ€™t look too upset. โ€œItโ€™s over, okay?โ€
Azul leaned forward, smirking again. โ€œSo, what do you think? Ready to join?โ€
You leaned back in your chair, your brain fried from trying to keep up. โ€œIโ€ฆ I need to think about it.โ€
Ortho beamed. โ€œThat means theyโ€™re considering it! Success!โ€
Idia muttered something under his breath about โ€œtoo much pressureโ€ and โ€œwhy is this so stressful,โ€ but you caught a tiny flicker of a smile as he fiddled with one of the game pieces.
Azul, ever the businessman, handed you a brochure as you left. โ€œTake your time. But rememberโ€”intellect always wins.โ€
You left the board game club feeling like youโ€™d just survived a high-stakes negotiation. And as Ortho cheerfully waved goodbye, you couldnโ€™t help but wonder if all the clubs were this intense.
Film Studies Club
You were rounding a corner, still recovering from your latest club recruitment ambush, when a perfectly manicured hand shot out and grabbed your wrist.
Before you could even yelp, you found yourself being gracefully pulled into the Film Studies Clubroom by none other than Vil Schoenheit. His strides were purposeful, his posture impeccable, and his expressionโ€ฆwell, letโ€™s just say it was the definition of Iโ€™m doing you a favor, peasant.
โ€œVil?โ€ you sputtered, barely managing to keep up. โ€œWhat are youโ€”โ€
โ€œI need to vet you,โ€ Vil said simply, his voice calm but leaving no room for argument. โ€œThe Film Studies Club could use some fresh blood, and you lookโ€ฆ adequate.โ€
โ€œAdequate?โ€ you echoed, mildly offended but too intrigued to argue further.
He led you to the center of the room, gesturing for you to stand under a perfectly angled spotlight. โ€œDonโ€™t misunderstand,โ€ Vil continued, crossing his arms and regarding you with a critical eye. โ€œIโ€™m merely evaluating your potential. Our club requires both talent and diligenceโ€”qualities that, if Iโ€™m being honest, are rare in this school.โ€
โ€œUh, thanks?โ€
Vil ignored you, pulling out a script and flipping through it like he was deciding your fate. โ€œIf you canโ€™t pass the audition, you can still join as a backstage hand,โ€ he said airily. โ€œWeโ€™re short on those too.โ€
โ€œWow, what an inspiring pitch,โ€ you muttered, but Vilโ€™s sharp gaze silenced you immediately.
โ€œRead this,โ€ he instructed, handing you the script and gesturing for you to begin.
You hesitated, glancing at the lines. โ€œYouโ€™re serious? Right now?โ€
โ€œDo I look like someone who jokes about art?โ€ Vil asked, raising a perfectly sculpted brow.
Point taken.
Clearing your throat, you started reading, trying to put some effort into it. Vil watched you intently, his expression inscrutable. He occasionally tilted his head, as if mentally dissecting every word you spoke, every movement you made.
When you finished, you looked at him expectantly, waiting for his verdict.
Vil tapped his chin, his eyes narrowing. โ€œYouโ€™re not hopeless,โ€ he said finally, in a tone that made it sound like a compliment. โ€œRough around the edges, yes, but Iโ€™ve seen worse.โ€
โ€œGee, thanks,โ€ you said dryly.
โ€œDonโ€™t be smug. Youโ€™ll need work,โ€ Vil continued, ignoring your tone. โ€œBut I suppose you have potential.โ€
โ€œAnd if I didnโ€™t?โ€
Vil gave a delicate shrug, his expression cool. โ€œThen youโ€™d still be useful behind the scenes. But consider this your opportunity to elevate yourself. Being part of my club means striving for excellenceโ€”no exceptions.โ€
You couldnโ€™t help but smirk. โ€œIs this really about me, or are you just desperate for members?โ€
Vilโ€™s eyes narrowed, but there was a flicker of amusement there. โ€œDesperation has nothing to do with it. Iโ€™m simply ensuring that my club remains unparalleled. If you happen to benefit from my guidance, so be it.โ€
โ€œWell, when you put it that way, how can I refuse? I'll think about it.โ€
Vilโ€™s lips curved into the faintest of smiles. โ€œSmart choice. Now, donโ€™t make me regret it.โ€
With that, he turned on his heel, leaving you standing there wondering what exactly youโ€™d just signed up forโ€”and if Vilโ€™s idea of โ€œelevating yourselfโ€ involved a complete personality overhaul.
Science Club
You barely had time to process Vil's dramatic exit when a familiar voice whispered theatrically, โ€œAh, my muse! Fate conspires to bring us together!โ€
Before you could react, Rook Hunt appearedโ€”swooped, reallyโ€”out of nowhere and expertly whisked you away from the Film Studies Clubroom. It was less like being led and more like being caught mid-flight by an overly enthusiastic bird of prey.
โ€œRook?!โ€ you yelped as he practically danced you down the hallway. โ€œWhat is happening?โ€
โ€œMon ami,โ€ he declared, his eyes glittering with fervor, โ€œyou must see the science club! A world of wonder awaits you!โ€
โ€œWaitโ€”science?โ€ you echoed, incredulous. โ€œYouโ€™re in the science club?โ€
โ€œAh, oui! Science is but another stage upon which the beauty of nature and humanity performs its eternal dance! The experiments! The cultivation of life! The creation of culinary masterpieces! All expressions of art, no?โ€
You werenโ€™t sure if he was describing scientific principles or poetry, but before you could argue, Rook had dragged you into the science clubroom.
The room was a chaotic mix of activities. One corner housed a vibrant garden under grow lights, another had chemistry equipment bubbling away ominously, and a third corner smelled suspiciously like freshly baked bread. Trey Clover stood near a counter, pulling cookies out of an oven as if this were the most normal thing to happen in a science lab.
โ€œAh, there you are,โ€ Trey greeted, smiling warmly. โ€œRook said heโ€™d bring someone by. Iโ€™m guessing youโ€™re deciding on a club?โ€
You glanced between Rook, who was already gesturing dramatically at a rack of test tubes, and Trey, who held up a tray of cookies like a peace offering. โ€œIโ€ฆ guess I am?โ€
โ€œBien sรปr!โ€ Rook exclaimed, sweeping an arm toward the greenery in the corner. โ€œBehold! We grow life itself here! Tomatoes, basil, flowersโ€”anything your heart desires!โ€
Trey added, โ€œWe also bake and cook as part of our activities. Itโ€™s a great way to learn about chemistry and make something useful at the same time.โ€
โ€œAnd explosions!โ€ Rook chimed in enthusiastically. โ€œOccasionally, there are explosions.โ€
Trey shot him a look. โ€œNotโ€ฆ intentionally.โ€
Rook turned back to you, his expression radiant. โ€œThink of the possibilities, mon ami! With science, you can cultivate beauty, create masterpieces, and perhaps even unlock secrets of the universe! And, of course, I am here to guide youโ€”to nurture the artistic soul that dwells within!โ€
โ€œAlso,โ€ Trey added, far more pragmatically, โ€œweโ€™re not picky about what activities you want to try. Itโ€™s a flexible club, so you could do a little bit of everything.โ€
You considered this as Trey handed you a cookie. It was warm and delicious, which admittedly swayed your opinion a little.
โ€œHmm,โ€ you said thoughtfully, โ€œso I could garden, bake, and blow things up all in one club?โ€
โ€œExactly!โ€ Trey said with a smile.
Rook leaned in closer, his voice dropping to a stage whisper. โ€œAnd think, mon cherโ€”if you hone your talents here, you could support Vil in creating the cinematic beauty he so envisions! Science and art, united in harmony!โ€
You blinked. โ€œWait, are you trying to recruit me for this club and help Vil at the same time?โ€
Rook grinned. โ€œNature does not limit itself to one purpose, mon ami, and neither do I.โ€
Trey sighed but didnโ€™t deny it.
โ€œWell, this is definitelyโ€ฆ something,โ€ you said, nibbling on the cookie. โ€œIโ€™ll think about it.โ€
โ€œAh, a maybe!โ€ Rook clasped his hands together like youโ€™d just promised him your soul. โ€œA victory in itself!โ€
Before you could say anything else, Rook twirled you toward the door, clearly ready to drag you to your next destinationโ€”or possibly just keep talking about โ€œthe poetry of chlorophyllโ€ until you gave in.
Pop Music Club
Just as you were beginning to suspect Rook was about to wax poetic about โ€œthe lyrical mysteries of yeast fermentation,โ€ a sudden voice interrupted.
โ€œOh-ho, whatโ€™s this?โ€
Before you could even react, Lilia Vanrouge materialized out of thin air, practically glowing with chaotic energy. โ€œAh, my dear friend! Youโ€™re far too bright a star to waste away on science experiments! Come with meโ€”pop stardom awaits!โ€
You blinked. โ€œWait, what?โ€
And just like that, you were swept up in Liliaโ€™s whirlwind. He dragged you down the hallway with a skip in his step and a mischievous laugh, leaving Rook and Trey in his dust.
โ€œLilia, I can walk, you know!โ€ you said, stumbling to keep up.
โ€œBut whereโ€™s the drama in that?โ€ Lilia replied, cackling as he pushed open the doors to the Pop Music Clubroom.
Inside, the room was a cacophony of sound and color. Disco lights spun, a half-finished banner reading โ€˜Next Big Thing!โ€™ hung lopsidedly on the wall, and Kalim was gleefully banging away on a drum like it owed him money. Cater sat cross-legged on the floor, scrolling through his phone and periodically snapping selfies with sparkly filters.
โ€œOh, hey!โ€ Kalim greeted you, waving so enthusiastically he almost hit himself with the drum stick. โ€œYouโ€™re here to join us, right? This club is the best! We have music, dancing, and itโ€™s all just super fun!โ€
Cater glanced up from his phone, his grin wide and just a little too calculated. โ€œYouโ€™d fit right in! Think of all the magicam-worthy moments we could create together. Plus, the followers youโ€™d get? Off the charts.โ€
โ€œFollowers?โ€ you echoed, glancing at Lilia.
โ€œAh, but of course!โ€ Lilia said, flinging his arms wide as if presenting you to an adoring crowd. โ€œThe Pop Music Club isnโ€™t just about musicโ€”itโ€™s about presence! Charisma! The ability to captivate a room with a single note or a dazzling smile!โ€
โ€œItโ€™s also about having a good time!โ€ Kalim added, spinning in a circle for no reason other than sheer joy.
Cater nodded, holding up his phone. โ€œAnd donโ€™t forgetโ€”every moment is a potential viral video. You, me, Lilia, and Kalim as the dream team? Weโ€™d own the algorithm.โ€
You hesitated. โ€œUh, I donโ€™t even play an instrument.โ€
โ€œNeither does he!โ€ Lilia said brightly, pointing at some unfortunate bystander.
โ€œHey!โ€ he protested. โ€œI play the Kalimba!โ€ He promptly tried to play a note, missed the rhythm entirely, and Lilia laughed like it was the funniest thing ever.
โ€œSee?โ€ Lilia said, unfazed. โ€œTalent is optional here. All we need is your spirit!โ€
Cater stood, brushing imaginary dust off his pants. โ€œWe also dabble in choreography, so if youโ€™ve got two left feet, donโ€™t worryโ€”weโ€™ll teach you how to make them look intentional.โ€
โ€œCome on, join us!โ€ Kalim said, grabbing your hands and bouncing up and down like an overexcited puppy. โ€œWe could totally use your energy!โ€
โ€œWhat energy?โ€ you asked, deadpan. โ€œIโ€™ve been dragged between clubs all dayโ€”I barely have any left.โ€
โ€œExactly!โ€ Lilia said with a wink. โ€œWeโ€™ll channel whatโ€™s left into a glorious crescendo of pop music excellence!โ€
You werenโ€™t sure whether to laugh, cry, or just surrender entirely to the chaos. Liliaโ€™s grin was practically infectious, Kalimโ€™s enthusiasm radiated like the sun, and Cater was already adjusting the angle of his phone to catch you in the best light.
โ€œWell,โ€ you muttered, โ€œat least it soundsโ€ฆ lively.โ€
โ€œLively is an understatement,โ€ Cater said, snapping a selfie with you and Lilia in the background. โ€œHashtag PopStarsInTheMaking! Youโ€™re gonna love it here.โ€
โ€œLet me guess,โ€ you said dryly. โ€œYouโ€™re already planning to upload that, arenโ€™t you?โ€
โ€œOh, absolutely,โ€ Cater said with a wink.
Lilia clapped his hands, his eyes sparkling with excitement. โ€œSo, what do you say? Ready to unleash your inner star?โ€
โ€œIโ€ฆ will think about it,โ€ you replied, edging toward the door.
โ€œThink fast!โ€ Kalim called after you. โ€œThe bass is calling your name!โ€
You bolted before anyone could shove an instrument into your hands.
Equestrian Club
As you hurried down the hallway, still reeling from the pop music chaos you'd just escaped, you nearly collided with a flash of red.
"Ah, there you are!"
You blinked up at none other than Riddle Rosehearts, who looked as though he'd been scouring the entire school for you. His eyes narrowed, and his voice carried a tone of stern authority mixed with subtle relief.
"I've been looking for you," Riddle said, crossing his arms. "Ace and Deuce mentioned that youโ€™re considering which club to join. As housewarden, itโ€™s my responsibility to ensure you make a proper choice."
You blinked, still processing. "Oh, uhโ€ฆ thanks?"
"Enough dilly-dallying," Riddle said briskly, taking your wrist with surprising firmness. "You're coming with me to the Equestrian Club."
"Wait, whatโ€”"
Before you could finish, Riddle had already begun marching you toward the stables. You were half-dragged, half-guided, catching snippets of his lecture along the way about the merits of horseback riding, discipline, and poise.
When you arrived, the warm scent of hay filled the air, and the sound of soft nickering greeted you. The stables were pristine, the horses sleek and well-groomed. Standing nearby were Silver and Sebek, both tending to the horses.
"Riddle, you found them" Silver greeted you with his usual calm demeanor. He gave you a faint smile as he gently brushed a dappled gray mare. "Perfect timingโ€”we were just about to go for a ride."
Sebek, on the other hand, straightened like a soldier at attention, his voice booming. "THEY WILL JOIN US, OF COURSE! IT IS ONLY FITTING FOR AN INDIVIDUAL OF WORTH TO EMBRACE SUCH A NOBLE ART!"
"Sebek, indoor voice," Riddle said sharply, pinching the bridge of his nose.
"I AM OUTDOORS!" Sebek retorted, though he did lower his volume slightly.
You glanced nervously at the horses. "Uh, I donโ€™t know if Iโ€™mโ€ฆ horse material."
"Nonsense," Riddle said, his tone leaving no room for argument. "Riding teaches discipline, focus, and responsibility. Itโ€™s the perfect club for fostering growthโ€”and for avoiding unnecessary distractions like some less dignified clubs."
"Pop Music Club?" you guessed.
Riddle sniffed, his expression sour. "Among others."
Silver walked over, still holding the brush, and gave you a reassuring nod. "Donโ€™t worry. The horses are gentle, and we can teach you everything. Itโ€™s a peaceful activity once you get used to it."
"Peaceful!" Sebek exclaimed, throwing his arms wide. "It is a pursuit befitting the greatest warriors! EVEN LORD MALLEUSโ€”"
"Sebek," Riddle interrupted, his patience clearly wearing thin. "Focus on the matter at hand."
"Apologies!" Sebek barked, saluting.
Riddle turned back to you, his expression softening just a fraction. "The Equestrian Club isnโ€™t just about riding horses. Itโ€™s about elegance, partnership, and understanding. You could benefit greatly from it."
"And the horses are great listeners," Silver added.
"Unlike some humans," Sebek muttered under his breath.
You bit back a laugh as Riddle gave Sebek another glare.
"What do you say?" Riddle asked, stepping aside to let you see one of the horsesโ€”a chestnut with a kind, inquisitive gaze. "This is Vorpal. Perhaps a ride would convince you?"
The horse whinnied softly, and for a moment, you considered it. There was something appealing about the tranquility of the stables, the camaraderie of the club members, and the undeniable charm of working with such majestic creatures.
But then you remembered the drum chaos, the science experiments, and Vilโ€™s dramatic vetting process.
"Let me, uhโ€ฆ think about it?" you said, taking a step back.
Riddle sighed, though he looked more exasperated than disappointed. "Very well. But donโ€™t wait too longโ€”indecision is unbecoming."
"Yeah," you mumbled. "Got it."
As you made your escape, you could hear Sebek booming, "RIDING A HORSE WILL CHANGE YOUR LIFE!"
You werenโ€™t sure about that, but you were certain that escaping club recruitment was starting to feel like an Olympic sport.
Magift Club
As you staggered away from the stables, thoroughly frazzled by Sebekโ€™s enthusiastic yelling and Riddleโ€™s intense lecture on discipline, you barely had time to catch your breath beforeโ€”
โ€œYo, gotcha!โ€
A pair of hands grabbed your shoulders from behind, and you let out a very undignified yelp. You turned to find Ruggie grinning up at you like a mischievous hyena that had just found its next meal.
โ€œRuggie! Whatโ€”?โ€
โ€œNo time for questions, boss,โ€ he said, practically dragging you down the path. โ€œLeonaโ€™s orders. He told me to bring ya to the Magift Club.โ€
โ€œThe Magift Club?โ€ you repeated, already sensing disaster.
Ruggie nodded, smirking. โ€œYup. Letโ€™s go, letโ€™s go!โ€
โ€œButโ€”waitโ€”I donโ€™t even have magic!โ€ you protested as he hauled you toward the field.
โ€œDetails, details,โ€ Ruggie waved off, his grip on your arm firm.
Soon enough, you were dumped unceremoniously on the sidelines of the Magift field. Leona was lounging on the grass under the shade of a tree, looking entirely too comfortable for someone allegedly trying to recruit you. Epel was nearby, aggressively practicing his throws while muttering something that sounded suspiciously like โ€œIโ€™ll show โ€˜em.โ€
Leona cracked one eye open lazily as Ruggie dropped you off. โ€œโ€™Bout time,โ€ he drawled.
โ€œLeona,โ€ you said flatly, โ€œwhy would you want me in the Magift Club? I don't even have magic.โ€
He yawned, looking entirely unbothered. โ€œYeah, I know that. Youโ€™re still better than the other herbivores running around. You can be the manager.โ€
โ€œManager?โ€
โ€œYup,โ€ Ruggie chimed in, plopping down next to Leona. โ€œYouโ€™d handle all the boring stuffโ€”paperwork, schedules, snacks, makinโ€™ sure Epel doesnโ€™t throw a fit when he gets tackled.โ€
โ€œI donโ€™t throw fits!โ€ Epel yelled, narrowly missing a hoop with his throw.
Leona smirked. โ€œSure you donโ€™t.โ€
You crossed your arms, unconvinced. โ€œWhy me, though? Youโ€™re telling me Iโ€™m the best candidate for this?โ€
Leona sat up slightly, his sharp eyes locking on yours. โ€œIโ€™m sayinโ€™ youโ€™re the least annoying option. I donโ€™t need some herbivore manager whoโ€™s gonna cry every time I take a nap instead of practicing. Youโ€™re not useless, so quit whining.โ€
Ruggie leaned in conspiratorially. โ€œBasically, youโ€™re the only one Leona doesnโ€™t feel like chasing off the field after two days.โ€
You raised an eyebrow. โ€œSounds like a ringing endorsement.โ€
Leona shrugged. โ€œTake it or leave it. Makes no difference to me.โ€
At that moment, Epel ran up, panting slightly from his practice. โ€œCโ€™mon, you should join us!โ€ he urged. โ€œYou donโ€™t need magic to be part of the team. And if you ever wanna learn some tricks, I can teach ya!โ€
Leona gave him a lazy side-eye. โ€œDonโ€™t scare them off.โ€
โ€œIโ€™m not scarinโ€™ โ€˜em! Iโ€™m convincinโ€™ โ€˜em!โ€ Epel shot back, glaring at Leona before turning back to you. โ€œSeriously, we could use someone like you. The clubโ€™s fun, I promise!โ€
Ruggie snickered. โ€œFunโ€™s a stretch. Itโ€™s more likeโ€ฆ survival of the fittest with a ball involved.โ€
โ€œAnd napping,โ€ Leona added with a smirk.
Epel crossed his arms. โ€œWell, maybe if someone practiced instead of nappinโ€™, weโ€™d win more games!โ€
Leona waved him off with a scoff.
You sighed, rubbing your temples. โ€œI donโ€™t know, guys. This sounds like a lot of chaos.โ€
โ€œChaos is half the fun,โ€ Ruggie said with a grin. โ€œCโ€™mon, boss, think of all the free food we get during games. And youโ€™d get to boss Leona around as the manager. Ainโ€™t that worth it?โ€
Leona snorted. โ€œGood luck with that.โ€
You glanced at the trioโ€”Epel brimming with determination, Ruggie radiating mischief, and Leona looking like he didnโ€™t care but also somehow cared just enough to try. It wasโ€ฆ weirdly tempting, in its own way.
โ€œIโ€™llโ€ฆ think about it,โ€ you said finally.
โ€œFair enough,โ€ Leona said, already reclining again. โ€œDonโ€™t take too long, though. Weโ€™ve got a game next week, and Iโ€™m not filling out paperwork.โ€
Ruggie winked. โ€œDonโ€™t worry, youโ€™ll come around. Everyone does.โ€
As you left the field, you couldnโ€™t shake the feeling that youโ€™d just been almost recruited into something much more taxing than a simple club.
Mountain Lovers Club
Before you could escape the Magift field and all its potential paperwork, you took a sharp turnโ€”only to smack right into what felt like a wall of polite menace. A soft, knowing chuckle sounded above you.
โ€œOh dear, do be careful,โ€ came Jade Leechโ€™s unmistakably smooth voice.
You took a step back, already dreading the conversation. โ€œJade,โ€ you said warily, โ€œwhat are you doing here?โ€
His sharp smile grew ever so slightly. โ€œWaiting for you, of course. Word travels fast, and Iโ€™ve heard youโ€™re in the market for a club.โ€
โ€œOh no,โ€ you muttered. โ€œYouโ€™re not here toโ€”โ€
Before you could finish, he was already guiding you away, his hand light on your arm but unyielding, like a vice hidden under a silk glove.
โ€œCome now,โ€ he said, his tone as polite as ever, โ€œI simply must show you the Mountain Lovers Club.โ€
โ€œThe what now?โ€ you asked, bewildered.
โ€œThe Mountain Lovers Club,โ€ he repeated, as if it were the most natural thing in the world.
โ€œAndโ€ฆ who else is in this club?โ€
โ€œWhy, just me.โ€
You stopped in your tracks. โ€œItโ€™s just you?โ€
โ€œYes.โ€ Jade smiled serenely, as if this were not a glaring red flag. โ€œI am the founder, leader, and sole member. But with your arrival, that could very well change.โ€
You blinked at him, unsure if youโ€™d misheard. โ€œWait, so youโ€™ve been running a one-person club this whole time?โ€
โ€œIndeed.โ€ His expression didnโ€™t falter in the slightest. โ€œThe Mountain Lovers Club is dedicated to the appreciation of all things mountainous. Hiking through beautiful terrain, foraging for wild plants, observing unique ecosystems, andโ€”on occasionโ€”befriending the local fauna.โ€
โ€œBefriending?โ€
โ€œExamining, petting, observing closelyโ€ฆโ€ His eyes gleamed. โ€œPerhaps all three.โ€
You shook your head, trying to process. โ€œSoโ€ฆ why me?โ€
Jade clasped his hands together, the picture of poised enthusiasm. โ€œYou strike me as someone who appreciates unique experiences. The Mountain Lovers Club offers a chance to explore the great outdoors, expand your horizons, and develop a deeper appreciation for natureโ€™s wonders.โ€
โ€œAnd by โ€˜great outdoors,โ€™ you mean mountains?โ€
โ€œPrecisely.โ€
โ€œAnd itโ€™s just you?โ€
โ€œFor now,โ€ he said, his tone warm but his gaze uncomfortably intense. โ€œBut every great journey begins with a single step. Yours could be joining this club.โ€
You gave a nervous laugh. โ€œUhโ€ฆ I donโ€™t think hiking through mountains is really my thing.โ€
โ€œAh, but how do you know unless you try?โ€ Jadeโ€™s smile widened. โ€œBesides, Iโ€™ll be there to guide you every step of the way. No need to worry about getting lostโ€ฆ or encountering anything unexpected.โ€
The way he said โ€œunexpectedโ€ made you want to run for the hills (ironic, given the circumstances).
โ€œLook, I appreciate the offer, butโ€”โ€
โ€œI insist,โ€ he cut in smoothly, his tone polite but with a note of finality. โ€œAt least allow me to show you the clubโ€™s activities. Perhaps a short hike this weekend? Iโ€™ve already prepared a route.โ€
You stared at him. โ€œYouโ€™ve alreadyโ€ฆ?โ€
โ€œOf course.โ€ His gaze was calm, calculating. โ€œPreparation is key. Iโ€™ve even packed a lunch.โ€
You didnโ€™t know whether to laugh or cry. โ€œJade, Iโ€”โ€
He tilted his head, his smile remaining perfectly composed. โ€œSurely you wouldnโ€™t refuse without at least giving it a chance? Iโ€™ve put so much thought into this.โ€
โ€œWhy do I feel like I donโ€™t have a choice?โ€ you muttered.
Jadeโ€™s smile was razor-sharp and utterly unrepentant. โ€œBecause you donโ€™t.โ€
You sighed in defeat. โ€œFine. One hike.โ€
โ€œExcellent,โ€ he said, his tone soft and victorious. โ€œIโ€™ll see you this Saturday at dawn.โ€
โ€œDawn?!โ€
โ€œOh yes,โ€ he said, his eyes gleaming with enthusiasm. โ€œThe mountains are at their most beautiful in the early morning light. Youโ€™ll love it.โ€
As he sauntered away, leaving you to process your fate, you couldnโ€™t shake the feeling that youโ€™d just agreed to something far more treacherous than a simple hike.
Gargoyle Research Society
The moment you finally reached Ramshackle Dorm, exhausted from the whirlwind of club-hopping and increasingly bizarre sales pitches, you let out a long sigh of relief. The day had been nothing short of chaotic, and all you wanted was to collapse onto your creaky old bed and forget the words โ€œclub activitiesโ€ ever existed.
But just as your hand touched the doorknob, a familiar voice, deep and regal, called out from the shadows.
โ€œChild of man.โ€
You jumped slightly, spinning around to see none other than Malleus Draconia emerging from beneath the pale light of the moon, his presence as imposing and enigmatic as always. He stood by one of Ramshackleโ€™s crumbling stone walls, his expression calm but his eyes bright with an unreadable intensity.
โ€œOh, Malleus,โ€ you said, your voice tinged with weariness but also a touch of warmth. โ€œDidnโ€™t see you there.โ€
He tilted his head ever so slightly, his gaze never leaving yours. โ€œI was merely admiring the architecture of your dorm. It has a certainโ€ฆ wistful charm.โ€
You smiled faintly. โ€œI guess thatโ€™s one way to put it.โ€
Then, with the sort of graceful confidence only Malleus could manage, he stepped closer, his presence looming but never threatening. โ€œI have heard,โ€ he began, his tone soft and deliberate, โ€œthat you have been seeking a club to join.โ€
You blinked at him, caught off guard. โ€œHow did youโ€”โ€
โ€œThe winds carry whispers,โ€ he said cryptically.
โ€œRight,โ€ you muttered, deciding not to question it.
Malleus folded his hands neatly in front of him, looking every bit the picture of regal sincerity. โ€œIf you have not yet made your decisionโ€ฆ I would like to invite you to join my club.โ€
Your brain, still reeling from Jadeโ€™s mountain escapades and Leonaโ€™s managerial demands, stalled for a moment. โ€œYourโ€ฆ club?โ€
โ€œYes,โ€ he said, his voice brimming with quiet pride. โ€œThe Gargoyle Research Society.โ€
โ€œTheโ€ฆ what now?โ€
โ€œThe Gargoyle Research Society,โ€ he repeated, as if it were the most natural thing in the world. โ€œI am both its founder and sole member.โ€
Of course, he was.
Malleus seemed oblivious to your stunned silence as he continued, his expression softening into something almost earnest. โ€œThe society is dedicated to the appreciation and study of gargoyles. We explore the campus, observing their intricate designs and marveling at their history. There is so much beauty in their silent watch over us.โ€
You blinked. โ€œSoโ€ฆ you just walk around and look at gargoyles?โ€
โ€œPrecisely,โ€ he said, his tone unironically enthusiastic.
โ€œAndโ€ฆ thatโ€™s it?โ€
Malleus nodded solemnly. โ€œIndeed. It is a noble pursuit, one that nurtures both the mind and the spirit.โ€
For a moment, you were at a loss for words. Of all the clubs youโ€™d encountered today, this might just take the crown for most niche.
Malleus, however, seemed utterly earnest. His eyes bore into yours, his expression sincere and unguarded. โ€œI understand if this does not align with your current interests,โ€ he said, his voice softening. โ€œBut should you ever feel the call of the gargoylesโ€ฆ know that you are always welcome.โ€
There was something so genuine in his tone, so quietly hopeful, that you felt a pang of guilt for even thinking about brushing him off. You sighed, offering him a tired but sincere smile. โ€œYou know what? Iโ€™ll definitely consider it.โ€
Malleusโ€™s eyes lit up, his calm demeanor giving way to a flicker of pure joy. โ€œTruly?โ€
โ€œTruly,โ€ you said, nodding.
โ€œThen I shall look forward to the day you join me,โ€ he said, his voice as soft as a promise.
With that, he gave you a small, graceful bow before disappearing back into the night, leaving you to wonder how youโ€™d managed to end the day not only agreeing to a potential club but also feeling oddly flattered by the idea of studying gargoyles.
You shook your head, a small smile tugging at your lips. โ€œWhat a dayโ€ฆโ€
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Part 2: Choosing a club
a/n: it completely slipped my mind that ortho is in film studies sorry :(
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Language Barriers
Based off the idea that Yuu doesn't speak the same language or have the same culture norms in their world!! Got inspired for once
Content Info: GN!, 4.6K words-ish, Fluff/Comedy, Platonic except in Kalim's, Aztec refs in Leonas, NSFW jokes in Heartslabyul, Staff being parents, Trey bullying
Characters: Mozus Trein, Divus Crewel, Dire Crowley, Ashton Vargas, Sam, Riddle Rosehearts, Trey Clover, Cater Diamond, Ace Trappola, Deuce Spade, Grim, Leona Kingscholar, Kalim al-Asim, Jamil Viper, Vil Schoenheit
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Since your arrival in Twisted Wonderland, you have begun to grasp the language and culture of this world. For the most part, at least.
You remember as clear as day when you first arrived, the pure confusion of the Headmage and those around you. Words from your lips were pure gibberish to them. They stared at you like you were an anomalyโ€” and they were right. You are one.
โ€˜Glitchyโ€™ is the term they have used to describe your voice. โ€œIt is as though the sound around you warps everytime you speak.โ€ The Headmageโ€” Crowleyโ€” said.
The man had given you a necklace alongside an old dorm he housed you in. It was a simple looking necklace. A small mirror charm dangles in the center of it. Subtle enough to not draw attention to it.
It wasn't just a necklace however. It was a translator, a universal one.
The โ€˜glitchesโ€™ from your mouth had stopped and became the strange sounds the natives here spoke. Still, the necklace is just a buffer. Just because you can understand them doesn't mean you know what they're saying.
You still do not know the slang, the culture, the phrases, the grammar. Words still slipped your mind. You swear all you can hear is gibberish at timesโ€“ and honestly you donโ€™t doubt it occasionally is when students want to mess with you. You still had a lot to learn and there have been many miscommunications along the way. All part of the journey you suppose.
The staff here weren't coddling at all but they were accommodating. They made it clear that they favored no student more than the other. (At least that's what they claim.) But they also understood that holding you to the same standard would be unfair.
Mozus Trein
Professor Mozus Trein was a blessing when it came to learning about this world. His history classes made understanding this place easier. Trein would even give you extra context with his lessons to help you understand the everyday things and universal knowledge that you are unaware of.
His standards for your essays were different. He was no less strict on you but he was reasonable. He could tell that you truly understood the concept and put effort into your papers despite the language barrier and he is not going to punish you for learning.
You would get your paper back with a high grade and a page of corrections with explanations for each one. Why this comma here wrong. Why this was the wrong conjugation of that word. How this sentence could be improved.
โ€œExcuse me, Professor?โ€ You test the words as you speak them, accent slipping out. Trein looks to you from his desk. "Yes?โ€
โ€œThis word here is marked as wrong, but I remember you saying โ€˜I before E except after C.โ€™โ€ You tilt the paper to him and the older man adjusts himself on seat.
โ€œLet me see hereโ€ฆโ€ Trein paused to read the paper, expert eyes scanning for any potential mistakes. โ€œAh I see, that word there is an exception. โ€˜Sovereignโ€™ doesn't follow that rule.โ€ He closed his eyes as he explained and you nodded in understanding.
โ€œI see, so I just have to memorize it. Are there any other words like that?โ€ You didn't like how Trein seemed to frown as he thought about it. He hadn't realized how many there were. โ€œYes there are. A lot more than I anticipated Iโ€™m afraid,โ€ a sigh escapes his lips and he shakes his head.
โ€œI will not hold this against your grade since you have been improving with each assignment. Little mistakes like this will be forgiven so long as they are not repeated. Allow me to adjust your grade accordingly.โ€
You tilted your head as your B+ went to an A-. A small smile decorates your features. Trein nods to you and hands you your paper back. โ€œThere you are then. On to you next class.โ€ You turn to leave but are stopped by when he speaks again.
โ€œYou should be proud of yourself, Yuu. You are the hardest working student I've have ever had the pleasure of teaching.โ€ You perked up and your smile grew as you were onto your next class.
Divus Crewel
Professor Divus Crewelโ€™s classes were difficult for completely different reasons. Math and numbers were the same for the most part aside from some minor symbol changes. Word problems were the bane of your existence however. Thankfully Divus can see that you understand the math. He'll often pass you or only take half a point off if you use the wrong equation or misunderstand the question and such.
He also gave you a small private lesson about alchemy as well. Teaching you the basic terms and proper protocols that most students would have learned early in their education. He'd show how to differentiate the effects an ingredient would have by the prefixes of their names or symbols on the vial.
But most importantly he would help you socially. What you should dress like for certain events. The correct way to speak so you could sound like a native. Social cues.
And he would refuse to admit it but you were his prized pup over the rest. He may or may not have slipped you a few perfumes or clothing under the guise of โ€œCrowley not providing enoughโ€ or โ€œTaking stress off of you to do better in class.โ€ You knew better though.
After all, how could he play off giving a coat similar to his? It was less flashy and more suited to your tastes. It wasn't obvious to anyone else that you matched him unless they really observed. Perfect to wear in his class.
He's always looking out for you. Making sure you are safe and secure. And should you get injured from another adventure, he is there with a potion in hand.
Dire Crowley
Crowley was the one that gave you the necklace and a place to stay. Though eccentric and a bit wellโ€ฆ lazy, you couldnโ€™t deny that this was a good display of his generosity. Even if he does make you work for it.
Crowley was a strange one. He'd gift you some magical object one day and then forget you exist the next. Heโ€™d help you with your paperwork for accommodations and then forget to approve of them.
One time he dropped off a stack of paperwork on you to do for him but still left you a huge comprehensive guide that teaches you how to do each one. On top of that there was even a translation card meant to help you. If he put this much effort into these papers he'd be done by now. You assume he made this so he can drop more on you in the future. You swear he mentioned he's doing this to you to โ€˜prepare you for when you become the new headmageโ€” er headmaster.โ€™ Yeah right.
He'd give you dangerous tasks then become overprotective if any boy dare get too close to you. He'd help with anything but only if you stroke his ego. Yet despite it all he was still, as much as you hated to admit it, generous.
Despite everything, he has taken you in instead of abandoning you in this world. You swear sometimes he acts like a dad to youโ€ฆ When its convenient.
He's so annoying but you canโ€™t find it in your heart to truly hate him. He may get you in trouble, but the moment it becomes too dangerous he steps in without hesitation to protect you and gives you a huge lecture after.
You hope you learn enough of the language to properly scold him.
Ashton Vargas
โ€œIs this really necessary?โ€ You ask the coach in front who re-wraps your hands tightly. โ€œAbsolutely it is!โ€ The Coach's booming voice resonates in you as he pats you on your back rather roughly. โ€œGive me another punch.โ€
You swallow and raise your hands again. You hesitate. โ€œCome on kid you aren't gonna leave a dent in me!โ€ You swallow and swing at his stomach. Vargas was right, he doesn't even flinch as your arm practically vibrates.
โ€œThat was a good form! I almost felt it.โ€ A great guffaw rumbles in his chest. โ€œAgain!โ€ Another punch, he looks down approvingly.
โ€œNot bad, not bad at all. I sense a lot of potential in you, kid. That's enough for today.โ€ You breathe a sigh of relief as you wipe your brow and unwrap your hands.
โ€œSeems my training regiment is working, you're getting stronger by the day. Stillโ€” this on its own isn't enough. You need protein, kid! Lots of it. And you know what a good source of protein is?โ€
You stare at him for a moment. โ€œThose uhโ€ฆโ€ the word slips your mind. โ€œChickenโ€ฆ capsulesโ€ฆ?โ€
โ€œBingo! But they're called Eggs here Yuu.โ€ Ashton puts a hand on his hip and makes a fist. โ€œYou should start with a dozen eggs per day and increase from there. I know that headmage can't be relied on to pay you in time, so I personally will deliver some bulking meals myself!โ€
โ€œ... Why are you doing this for me?โ€ Your voice comes out a bit quiet as you speak. Ashton looks at you for a minute. โ€œWhy? Because youโ€™re my student and I want to see you succeed. You got some serious strength hidden in you, and it would br a shame to see it wasted. Besidesโ€ฆโ€
As he speaks he starts taking down those punchy things, sandbags, you think. โ€œThe students here are quite rowdy. I want you to be able to defend yourself, especially since you don't have magic. You have to rely on brawn, Yuu! And I will be the one to awaken it.โ€
Vargas strikes a pose for a moment before relaxing. โ€œBefore you go I need to teach you some vocabulary.โ€
โ€œVocabularyโ€ฆ?โ€
โ€œAbout your muscles of course!โ€ The coach sat you down for a moment as he went into kinesiology. Micros and macros. Bulking. He broke it all down for you while flexing his muscles to emphasize his points.
โ€œNow off you go Yuu, meet me here same time tomorrow, got it?โ€
Sam
Sam is a cool dude. You interact with him a lot. He never had an issue when you were first learning to speak. In fact he'd help you find the products you described to him. Of course he'd try and convince you to buy the more premium products but that's just business.
He'd even offer you a gig or two. His shelves don't stock themselves and his shadow friends wouldn't mind some extra help. Just know they can be a bit mischievous. While you were working you'd even get a small employee discount.
Even though your language has gotten better, there is still the occasional mix up.
โ€œAh, prefect! What can I do for you?โ€ Sam queried while leaning on the counter top, delighted to see one of his favorite customers. โ€œI am looking forโ€ฆ umโ€ฆโ€ You froze. What was that word again??
โ€œTheโ€ฆ white liquid?โ€ You watched as Sam racked his brain for what you meant. โ€œAn invisibility potion?โ€
โ€œNo no! It's likeโ€ฆ a juice?โ€
โ€œAh! I got it! Coconut milk!โ€ The man snapped his fingers and winked. He frowned a bit when you shook your head.
โ€œWait here.โ€ The shadow man watched as you ventured into the small smack aisle in front of him. Soon you took a bag of beef jerky and pointed to the small symbol on it. โ€œWhat is this animal called again?โ€
โ€œThat's a cow.โ€
โ€œYes! I need the juice from it! The cow juice! What is its name? I forgot.โ€ you perked up and beamed at him, hoping he understood. It all clicked for Sam, and he let out a hearty laugh at the realization.
โ€œDo you mean milk, perchance?โ€
โ€œYes! I knew it had that sound! I need milk!โ€ Sam chuckled again and waves his hand, sending a small shadow to retrieve some. โ€œBy the way would you be down to do some work tonight?โ€
โ€œTonight? Yeah, I can always use some extra cash.โ€ The prefect was always so easy going. Guess they had to be in a place like this.
โ€œGood. I'll apply your discount right now then!โ€
Heartslabyul
Your favorite Heartslabyul members have invited you to join them. Another Unbirthday party was to be hosted and the stars aligned today for the whole deck to help with the baking. It felt nice to be with them. They were like a family in a way, being with them felt like home. Alongside baking, there was some cooking being done too.
โ€œGeez you really do like your eggs, huh?โ€ Cater asked the spade who stirred his chopsticks with precision. He is determined to make the perfect tornado omelet.
โ€œOh you have no idea.โ€ Ace tsked. โ€œWhenever we go out to a restaurant it's the only thing he orders.โ€
โ€œNot true!โ€ Deuce's interjection wasn't as strong as it usually is, much to focused on his creation. โ€œYeah only if they dont offer any.โ€ Ace retorts.
โ€œGrim, it is unsanitary to touch the batter,โ€ Riddle breaks up the impending argument to chide the direbeast โ€˜helpingโ€™ him stir, โ€œTrey how many egg yolks do I add?โ€
โ€œThree. You sure got it Riddle?โ€ Riddle pouts a bit. He knows he got a shell in the batter last time but he's trying! โ€œI'll get it right this time, you can count on it.โ€
โ€œOoh, give the egg whites to Deuce if you aren't using them!โ€ Deuce mutters a thank you to Cater as he finishes up his omelet. โ€œDoes anyone else want one?โ€
Noโ€™s resound across the kitchen aside from you and Grim which makes Deuce smile. โ€œAlright, what kind do you want Yuu? I'm still unsure on what kind you prefer.โ€ Deuce looks a little embarrassed at not knowing despite how long you've been friends.
Before anyone could tease Deuce, Trey asks the worst question he possibly could without knowing. โ€œActually how do you like your eggs in the morning, Yuu? I rarely see you eat breakfast in the cafeteria.โ€
You pause for a moment, the pan you were greasing slipping slightly. Then you chuckled. โ€œThat's very bold of you Trey, I never expected you of all people to say thatโ€ฆ But judging by everyone else's reaction, I assume it doesn't mean anything here?โ€
โ€œOh? Does it mean something different where you from?โ€ Riddle asks, looking over at you. โ€œIt does actually.โ€ Cater looks up from his phone he was reading the recipe from, noticing your amused expression. โ€œWhat else could possibly it mean though?โ€ You hold in a laugh. Perhaps this wasn't the best time to bring it up but you can't help it.
โ€œIs that so? I sure hope I didn't say anything offensive. What does it mean?โ€ Poor Trey; he chuckles as he decorates one of the finished cakes not knowing the storm that's brewing.
โ€œYou essentially just propositioned me in front of everyone.โ€ The whole kitchen is silent as they stare at you. Trey looks flustered and confused out of his mind as an abundance of frosting squirts out of the bag. โ€œIโ€ฆ pardon?โ€
Ace speaks first โ€œHuh?! How does that make sense?โ€
โ€œProposition? What does that mean?โ€
โ€œDon't worry about it Grim.โ€ says the diamond. โ€œStill that seems far fetched, it's rude of you to mess with Trey like that you know!โ€
โ€œI'm not lying! It's actually what it means!โ€ Trey is adjusting his glasses now, embarrassment growing. Riddle looks horrified, trying to find his words. He's trying to rack his brain for a response before deciding to ask about it. His voice comes out a little hesitant and unsure. โ€œAre eggs part of some sort of courtship in your worldโ€ฆ?โ€
โ€œUmโ€ฆ sort of..?โ€ At your words Deuce pales. Ace takes this opportunity to be a little shit per usual. โ€œWow! Seems like you have a chance then, Deucy!โ€
โ€œOh shut it Ace! Wait, have I been propositioning you this whole time?!โ€ His face is red and he's hiding in his hands. He has offered so many egg dishes over the years. Oh God he must have made you so uncomfortableโ€” this isn't what an honor student would do!
โ€œI still don't know what that meansโ€ฆโ€ Grim grumbles.
โ€œNo no! Offering eggs is fine, it's just that particular phrase has very different connotations in my world.โ€
Ace is snickering at the whole situation, but especially at Deuceโ€™s panic. He's also just as confused, however. Trey finally has the courage to speak. โ€œUm, how exactly does that meanโ€ฆโ€ He trails off, defeated. โ€œI'm sorry Yuu, I didn't mean to make you uncomfortableโ€ฆโ€
โ€œYou didn't. I'm sorry. I didn't mean to tease you too muchโ€ฆโ€
โ€œOkay, but how exactly does that mean that?โ€
โ€œYeah I'm with Cater on this oneโ€ฆโ€ Ace adds.
โ€œEnlighten me.โ€ Riddle puts his hands on his hips, morbid curiosity getting the better of him.
โ€œSoโ€ฆ When someone asks that they essentially mean to say they're gonna invite you to spend the night with them and cook you breakfast in the morning.โ€ Trey looks even more embarrassed but so does Riddle.
โ€œSo it's a sleepover? That's it?โ€ Grim asks just to be waived off by Cater again who vibrating with laughter.
โ€œThat's a pretty convoluted way of askingโ€ฆโ€ Deuce looks to the side, also a little flustered. โ€œYeah it makes no sense for me either, and I'm from that world, but that is what it meansโ€ฆโ€
โ€œWow so Trey really is bold!โ€ Cater snickers as Ace joins in with a โ€œI never knew you had it in you.โ€
โ€œEnough with this vulgar talk!โ€ Riddle commands, clearly demanding the conversation to be over.
โ€œI am never gonna live this down aren't I?โ€
Leona Kingscholar
I am gonna nerd a lil abt aztec mythology rn and I'm not apologizing
Herbivore is what he called you. It was meant to be an insult but you never took offense. There is no other creature that fights harder than prey that is fighting for their life or backed into a corner. If anything it was a compliment. You've seen how hard they can fight.
Yet today Leona took the title further. โ€œYou are honestly like a little rabbit. All this confidence and attitude, yet harmless.โ€ You raised a brow at him. โ€œThank you.โ€
Leona's eyes shift ever so slightly. โ€œYou're taking it as a compliment?โ€ You tilt your head. โ€œI assume rabbit in this world is synonymous with fragility hereโ€ฆ? Odd. They're a symbol of warriors back in my world.โ€
โ€œIs that so?โ€ Leona speaks boredly, but he doesn't excuse himself or tell you to shut up. โ€œYeah, rabbits are these mighty warriors that are completely invincible. Children of one of the 5 sin gods too. Nothing can kill them. Centzon Tลtลchtin are no joke. Odd how they're considered weak here.โ€
You think for a moment. โ€œBut they are known to be constantly drunk all the time and play around, so I guess that could be an insultโ€ฆโ€ Leona just rubs his head. โ€œTake it however you wantโ€ฆโ€
Kalim al-Asim
โ€œLook at all the stars!โ€ Kalim exclaims, pointing up at the sky. He lands his carpet along the sand dunes, eyes full of wonder. He then looks to you with bated breath, waiting for your reaction.
โ€œIt's beautifulโ€ฆโ€ You whisper, overlooking the patterns of stars decorating the night sky. It was straight out of a painting, vast and whimsical. Kalim was glowing at your happiness. โ€œAaah, I'm glad you like it! I was hoping you would!โ€
You lean back against the ground. Shooting stars dart across the sky along the twinkling lights in a beautiful display. Your eyes land on the moon, admiring how different it was from your own.
โ€œThe moon looks beautiful tonight, doesn't it?โ€ You freeze for a moment. โ€œHaha, careful saying that to people from my world Kalim, not that you'll be running into anyone else from there anytime soonโ€ฆโ€
Kalim looks over to you, brows slightly furrowed. โ€œEh? What do you mean?โ€ You look back up the moon again. โ€œSaying โ€˜the moon looks beautiful tonightโ€™ where Iโ€™m from means I love you.โ€ There's a moment of silence as Kalim ponders.
โ€œWell then the moon looks beautiful tonight! I love all of my friends!โ€ Kalim grins at you, fist pumped to his chest.
โ€œIt's not like that, Kalim. It's for romantic feelings. Funny, since coming here I've had a lot of experiences that would be considered flirtatious in my wordโ€ฆโ€ You laugh a bit before a small frown appears on your features but Kalim snaps you out if it.
โ€œSo what you're saying isโ€ฆ it's a love confession?โ€ His eyes are glimmering, the moon reflecting on them beautifully.
โ€œYou got it.โ€
โ€œThen the moon looks beautiful tonight.โ€
Jamil Viper
So in TWST the languages aren't called the same thing in our world but I couldn't figure out the language of the Scalding Sands so I made one up. Can be a psuedo-prequel to my other fic Missing Yuu. It can be read here!
โ€œYour Arabic is so similar yet so different than my world's versionโ€ Jamil pauses his mumbling and hums in question. โ€œArabic?โ€
โ€œIt's a language where I'm from. It sounds very similar to yours. Like I swear it could be some sort of dialect of it.โ€
โ€œScaldic, you mean?โ€ You nod looking over at him from where you lay in his bed. โ€œIs that what it's called? It's a pretty language.โ€ Jamil messes with the stereo in his room, taking out an old CD and browsing for another he wanted to show you. โ€œMaybe once you get more comfortable in this language, I can teach you a bit.โ€
โ€œThat would be lovely, thanks Jamilโ€ As the sounds of shuffling continue from his search and you absentmindedly mess with your necklace before sitting up. โ€œWait! I know!โ€
Jamil perks and turns to you, watching as you start to take off your necklace. โ€œHere put this on, you've shown me so much music from your world, let me show you some from mine!โ€
You offer the necklace over, shaking it a little for encouragement. Jamil takes it gently and examines the necklace. He lifts up his hair and slips it on, feeling a warmth on his chest from where the mirror lay.
You speak, and Jamil braces against the weird feeling of the necklace warping your glitched gibberish from your throat into his native language. โ€œCan you hear me?โ€ The words echoed in his head a bit. He took a moment to fully process them as they reverberated in his head.
He almost replies in his native tongue, but the amulet compels him to speak another language. Your language.โ€œYes, I can.โ€ He replies, slurring a bit as he feels his words echo and warp. Strangeโ€ฆ he knows what he's saying but he can't understand it.
โ€œYou have an accent, well that makes senseโ€ฆโ€ You chuckle a bit as he sits beside you, taking a moment to adjust to the sensation. โ€œI never thought about how the enchantments on these worked. I assumed that it would be instant. Is this what it's like for you?โ€
โ€œCrowley said it would probably be different for me cause I'm not from this world. See why I ask you to repeat things all the time? โ€ฆ thanks for not getting too annoyed with that by the way.โ€
You tap away on your phone for a moment. โ€œHere we go, I got some songs in Arabic for you, look.โ€ Jamil watches you press play and takes in the music. It was ethereal, so different yet so similar to his worlds. Uncanny yet compelling. Then the lyrics start and he furrows his brows.
โ€œIt really is like Scaldic.โ€ he replies, closing his eyes. โ€œIts like if I focus hard enough I can hear it in my own language, but I cant.โ€
โ€œSee what I mean?โ€ Jamil nods. โ€œI think I'm picking up some words though, but there's no guarantee the meaning is the same.โ€
โ€œYeah it's how I feel all the time hereโ€ฆ its frustrating at times. Oddly enough there are some words that stay the same, mostly food for example. Like mahalabia or horchata for example.โ€
โ€œHuh, odd how that worksโ€ฆโ€ the music coursing through his body invigorates him. He can imagine all the potential ways to move to this.
โ€œYeah. And it's the same dish tooโ€” well sort of. It tastes so similar yet so different. I miss my world's food, but I'm slowly forgetting the taste of it. Its just vauge memory.โ€ Jamil peers over to the saddened expression on your face. He never even considered that part of being from another world.
โ€œ... How about we listen to your music while cooking, then? I'm sure we can make something that tastes like home.โ€ Your face brightens. โ€œThat sounds nice.โ€
Vil Schoenheit
โ€œThank you for putting up with my accent, it must be annoying to deal with.โ€ You sip on the tea he offered you, trying your best to abide by the manners in this world. Vil merely looked at you.
โ€œIt's not annoying at all. Your accent is fine just the way it is.โ€ He almost seemed disappointed by the insinuation.
โ€œAhโ€ฆ Sorry I just saw that Epelโ€™s usually not allowed to use his accent around you, so I assumed I shouldn't either.โ€ Vil sighs.
โ€œThat's different. You have already proven yourself strong and beautiful enough to be who you are. Epel on the other hand needs to learn to accept himself for who he is first before he can truly be the person he wants to be. He must prove to me he can love himself as he is. If I hated accents, I wouldn't have let Rook speak in his."
โ€œAh I seeโ€ฆ Thank you.โ€ It wasn't everyday that you get praise from the Vil Schoenheit. โ€œYour speech has improved, though I may point out there are some words you may need to work on. Your accent may make it sound like you are talking about something else entirely. Hmmโ€ฆโ€
You hold your breath as he thinks. โ€œI want you to grow into the best spudling you can be, so how about you take voice lessons from me?โ€ Vil seems to smirk at your surprised expression. โ€œFrom you..?โ€
Vil nods. โ€œYes. This way you can grow more confident in your speech and vocabulary. That voice of yours is beautiful, it just needs to be tuned.โ€ You look at your tea then to him. โ€œI accept.โ€
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dystopyx-blog ยท 5 months ago
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Stuck in TWST without meds
and also they're yandere or something
@shironakuronatasa here you go pookie <3
Because everyone is different, I'm gonna be focusing on the meds I take and the things I experience! If you're inspired to write one of your own based on your types of meds, go for it! I'd love to see others' takes on this :3
I'm still writing in 2nd person, but you/mc is heavily based off of me!
(And if you still want a personalized one but don't want to write it, my commissions are open/hj)
Tw for one mention of suicidal ideation.
Imagine...
You don't quite have a clusterfuck of things going on in your head, but sometimes it can feel like it. Autism, Anxiety, depression, and ADD. Thankfully, you have access to medication, and they work well for you.
Although you can't keep the downward spiraling from the depression and anxiety away completely, it is far more manageable with your medication. You've found that when off them, you are far more prone to completely fall apart at even the slightest inconvenience. It feels like constant stormy waters, with stormclouds that only make the waves worse. But when on them, the storm disappears. Yes, the waves still get rocky and tip your boat from side to side, but you're emotionally stable enough to handle them.
Then the meds for your ADD. With them you have the razor sharp focus to not only take care of projects and work, but also to simply take care of yourself. When off of those, even simple tasks like taking out the trash can take hours, especially since you so easily forget steps, and will stop the chore in the middle, genuinely thinking it's complete.
But you have your meds, so you manage just fine.
Until you're sucked into Twisted Wonderland.
First of all, even if you had already taken the meds for anxiety/depression, there's not much they could do in the face of being transported and consequently trapped in a different dimension. But they do still help, and instead of bawling, you manage to keep a cool (enough) head and get yourself settled into Ramshackle.
But they don't last you long. They had built up in your system enough to last you a few days, but time and circumstances were not on your side.
Even though Grim is by no means an emotional support pet, and is by all means a little shit, he manages to push his pride aside when he can tell you really need it.
Especially the days where you wonder if death is what will bring you back home...
Grim will act as if he helps you for his own purposes, but he is genuinely there for you.
The others, however...
First of all, quite a few of them don't completely understand... you're extra sad and spacey, but you had some kind of magic to help with it back home, but you don't have them here, and without them you get... sad and spacey?
Riddle probably sees it as some pathetic excuse. It's not until after his overblot that his tune completely changes and he is giving you all the special treatment. Even if you mess up on purpose, even if it's something that really frustrates him, he'll justify it as you not knowing any better. Which is patronizing as hell.
Ace will use it to his advantage. Getting into trouble and having you take the brunt. And you play along with it, because, again, Riddle is treating you like an incompetent child, so you are all for raising Cain with Ace. What Ace really loves about this, though, is that it makes you more willing to hang out with him, and more likely to dislike Riddle.
I imagine Deuce has something going as well, though I don't quite know what, and neither does he. But he finds a kindred spirit in you. Study sessions with him are a MUST, and you share your different study and coping tactics, while he stares at your lovely face.
Trey relishes in caring for you. If you're having any kind of sudden increase in stress or sorrow, he is fucking there. He will scoop you up and take you to the kitchen and treat you with his home baked goodies right then and there. Same with your academics, if you need help with academics, it's to the kitchen for tutoring. And as bad as it is, he finds himself wishing you'd give in and lean on him completely.
Leona will also be there for you in depressive episodes. He sees how you always go to Grim when your upset, notices the little things that Grimm does that helps, and starts subtly using them whenever you're upset. Not even just if it's depression/anxiety related, if you're upset with him specifically he'll start purring in that low register that has your heart slowing. He'll rest his body on your chest as a weighted blanket. He'll let you pet him and comb through his hair. All until all you associate Leona with is safety and comfortโ€“as you should from a mate.
Ruggie is SUCH a little meanie at first! Specifically regarding your ADD. Once he sees how much it genuinely upsets you, though, he'll back off. He does have a manipulative streak, though, and will use your anxiety against you. Any way he can get you to distrust others and seek him out is a good way.
Jack is one who does not fuckin understand at first, but once he does, he's supportive. He asks if there's anyway he can help and you offhandedly tell him about emotional support dogs, and he is locked on. He's embarrassed by it at first, of course, but he can tell how safe it makes you feel, and like Leona he is completely fucking for that. Though he won't just be emotional support, no, he'll be the guard dog chasing away anything that could possibly trigger you.
School is very difficult for you without your ADD meds. You can manage, but it is far more stressful and difficult than it needs to be. So, of course, you have those generously offering to help youโ€“specifically Azul, who's more than willing to help... at a price, of course.
Floyd really likes when you daze off in class... When you're staring blankly, mind thinking about so many things except whatever the professor is droning on about. The way your eyes glaze over, the way you're so focused on whatever the fuck is going on in your head, the way your lips part ever so slightly... All your idle habits are endlessly entrancing to him. And, goes without saying, every single time you're especially depressed, he offers a good squeeze session.
Jade, the manipulative bastard, will purposely set you up for failure so that you feel like you need to go to him for help. Because lord knows Azul will make you pay for it, but not your good friend Jade. Plus, if you ever mention how hiking can help with mood, lord save your soul...
Jamil is such a DICK. He will be degrading you at every second, completely taking over whatever it is you try to do. Even if it has nothing to do with him. God, you remind him of Kalim, but at least you don't have the nerve to be so fucking happy all the time. A sick part of him likes when you're sad. You're less annoying when you're depressed, specifically, without little energy or motivation to do or be anything else. He'd happily take care of you then. He'll do whatever you need done. You'd probably do it wrong anyway.
Kalim feels so fucking seen and understood. He honestly felt like some kind of freak for so much of his life, but you... you're kinda like him! A lot sadder though. Your very existence brightens his life, so he's made it his mission to brighten yours. He also really can't stand it when you're with others. It's so obvious you two are meant for each other! He views your shared ADD symptoms as evidence of soulmateship.
Vil is another case of not fully understanding. You're making excuses. Until he takes it a bit too far, pushes even more than what you can handle, and you fully break down in front of him. You're so completely and utterly vulnerable in that moment. He doesn't know if it's a very dedicated manipulation tactic to get out of his nitpicking, but... he becomes a little more sympathetic with you. Vil recognizes that, for whatever reason, you do in fact seem to struggle more with certain things. And yet, despite that, you still try. You continue push yourself, even if what youre pushing towards is, by other people's standards, the norm/mediocrity/minimum. And in you he starts to see a bit of himself. Especially since, let's face it, with depression, anxiety, and add, it is very likely you relate more to Vil than you do Niege. He helps you, and in turn you help him, though you don't even realize it. Helping you be happier with yourself helps him be happy with himself. And he'll fucking slaughter anyone who takes you away from him.
Rook, like Vil, is easily able to recognize how much you not only struggle, but how much you try. And he finds that incredibly beautiful. Needless to say, he is often watching you. Everything you do is enchanting. He memorizes every. single. stim. and habit. Sometimes when you get frustrated, he just wants to scoop you up in his arms and shower you in kisses, but then you'd realize he broke into your room...
Epel will see how much you get pushed around, and takes it upon himself to defend you. He also sees a bit of himself in you. Sometimes he purposely waits around you, and at the first sign of trouble, he'll attack.
Sometimes you just get too fucking overstimulated and you need a break. And in those times, you've found Idia to be the best person to go to. You both started off pretty distant. You approached him, upset, and asked for a quiet place. You put in headphones and just laid down right there. The two of you just sat in silence, with headphones in, doing your own things, blocking out the world. And, oh, how Idia came to crave those moments. He began to depend on you for comfort, ans hoping that you would similarly come to depend on him. You're different from those other normies, you're the only one who gets him so please just stay with him! He will start to modify his room to be the perfect sensory room, the only place in the school you can go to fully regulate yourself. He starts going out with you, acting as if you're really helping him step out of his shell, when really he just wants to spend more time with you, and will continue to shy away from everyone else and hide behind you. This man desperately needs you to need him as desperately as he needs you.
You are so. Fucking. Cute. Malleus finds your every single quirk so fucking attractive. He doesnt like, however, seeing you so upset. So sad. And the kind of sad where he is helpless to help you. He also really doesn't like it when you're upset at yourself. Don't you realize you're perfect? And who cares if you're not good at any of the school stuff? Malleus doesn't. You don't need any of those skills anyway, with Malleus Draconia here to always take care of you.
if you want the rest of diasomnia or the secret character I subtly didn't include lmk
part two out now!!
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tempvstas ยท 8 months ago
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"You were a wonderful experience."
Trey, DEUCE, Jack, Jade, Floyd, KALIM, Rook, Epel, LILIA, Silver
"You were....everything."
Riddle, CATER, Ace, LEONA, Ruggie, AZUL, Jamil, Vil, IDIA, MALLEUS, Sebek
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liliavanrougelover ยท 8 months ago
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How would they sleep with you?
Summary: How would the TWST boys sleep in the same bed as you?
Characters: All NRC students (-Ortho)
Warnings: None (?)
A/N: I'm suffering from TWST brain rot.
Riddle Rosehearts:
It depends on the day. Most days heโ€™ll just fall asleep next to you, other days heโ€™ll fall asleep in your arms. Sometimes he just wants to be held and what else is he supposed to do when you feel so warm? He canโ€™t stop the way his eyes start to close or the way he starts to lose consciousness. He likes when he wakes up in your arms too. It makes him feel safe and secure. Maybe he should ask to be held more often.
Trey Clover:
Normally heโ€™ll just fall asleep next to you. Really close though. Your shoulders will be touching but he wonโ€™t have an arm around you or anything. Of course, if you want him to hold you, heโ€™s willing to. And if you want to hold him, he doesnโ€™t mind. Just ask and heโ€™ll do it.
Cater Diamond:
Heโ€™s a cuddly sleeper. Most days he wants you to hold him while he sleeps. Something about being in your arms just makes him feel safe. He especially loves that heโ€™s surrounded by you. Sometimes he does like to hold you, especially when your head is resting on his chest. Not only does it feel nice to have you against his chest, but itโ€™s nice to feel trusted by you.
Ace Trappola:
He wants you to sleep on him. Your head on his chest and the rest of your body between his legs. Heโ€™ll have his arms wrapped around your back and when heโ€™s having trouble sleeping heโ€™ll trace shapes into your back. And right before he goes to sleep, heโ€™ll plant a little kiss on the top of your head.
Deuce Spade:
However you want. You want to be held, heโ€™s holding you. You want to hold him, heโ€™s snuggling into your arms. You just want to sleep next to him, heโ€™ll face you so that youโ€™re the last thing he sees before going to sleep. He really doesnโ€™t care. However, his favorite is when he gets to hold you. It feels nice to fall asleep with you in his arms. He always asks if he can hold you, and if you say no, heโ€™s fine with that. Heโ€™s not going to overstep your boundaries.
Leona Kingscholar:
He holds you or sleeps on top of you. His main goal is to keep you in bed with him and both of those are very effective. His favorite out of those two is sleeping on you. He gets to keep you there and sleep on his favorite pillow, itโ€™s a win-win. Lets just hope the professors are willing to overlook your tardiness.
Ruggie Bucchi:
In your arms. He loves the feeling of being held. And I mean LOVES. Heโ€™s not used to being held. It's a nice sensation. He feels safe and loved and he couldnโ€™t ask for a better feeling. Occasionally, he does like holding you, but thatโ€™s usually just when youโ€™re feeling down.
Jack Howl:
He prefers to just sleep next to you. He does want to be touching you but heโ€™s not a cuddler. Heโ€™ll hold your hand or have his arm wrapped around yours but he doesnโ€™t cuddle. When he does cuddle, he wants to hold you. Holding you makes him feel better. But if you want to hold him and pet his ears, he wonโ€™t complain.
Azul Ashengrotto:
Heโ€™s a cuddly sleeper but he doesnโ€™t want to admit it. When he goes to sleep heโ€™s laying next to you, but when he wakes up heโ€™s holding you super tightly. Itโ€™s like heโ€™s scared to let go of you. No matter how many times it happens, he refuses to admit that heโ€™s a cuddler (at least to other people).
Jade Leech:
Prefers to just sleep next to you. If you want to cuddle, then go ahead and hold him, but he wonโ€™t hold you back. Heโ€™d actually be amused if you hold onto him. Your arms wrap around him and he has to keep himself from chuckling. He didnโ€™t think heโ€™d like being held, but thereโ€™s just something about being in your arms. Maybe heโ€™ll sleep in a little, just to stay in this moment.
Floyd Leech:
Do I even need to say it? Floydโ€™s a cuddler. He squeezes you. He doesnโ€™t let up once. You can tell when he starts to fall asleep because his grip on you slightly loosens. When he wakes up and notices youโ€™re in his arms, heโ€™ll squeeze you until you wake up.
Kalim Al-Asim:
Cuddly sleeper. Heโ€™s holding onto you like his life depends on it. He mainly likes when you hold him. He loves to just lay his head on your chest and fall asleep in your arms. If he wakes up and heโ€™s no longer in your arms, heโ€™ll wrap his arms around you instead. He needs to be cuddling with you in one way or another.
Jamil Viper:
Heโ€™s a big cuddler. He loves when you hold him. And if you run your hands through his hair? He is melting. Heโ€™s so stressed all the time and he has to do so much work all day. Getting to fall asleep in your arms is the highlight of his day. Itโ€™s like all his worries fade away the moment heโ€™s in your arms. If you find that heโ€™s sleeping in today, just let him. He needs it.
Vil Schoenheit:
Cuddling improves sleep, so Vil is a cuddler. He wouldnโ€™t be spread out all over you, but he would hold you in his arms. His favorite cuddling position is spooning. He likes to hold you against him. His sleep has always been good, but has improved since getting with you. Good job, you single-handedly helped THE Vil Schoenheit get better sleep.
Rook Hunt:
He doesnโ€™t care. As long as he can sleep in the same room as you, he doesnโ€™t care. He will sleep however you want. Youโ€™re beautiful no matter how you want to sleep. What sleeping position does he prefer? Whichever one you prefer.
Epel Felmier:
He likes to cuddle, but he never admits it. He thinks cuddling is a girly thing. He wants to hold you in his arms. He does move a lot in his sleep and has kicked you a few times. And fell off the bed. When somebody asks if you guys cuddle, heโ€™ll deny and just say that he holds you. It sounds manlier to him.
Idia Shroud:
He likes to cuddle, but he doesnโ€™t like to say it. Heโ€™s too embarrassed to bring it up. He will NOT initiate under any circumstances. You have to initiate. You have to ask for cuddles. Otherwise, heโ€™ll just lay beside you. Heโ€™ll sleep on his back and just stare at the ceiling. Heโ€™s too tense to sleep when youโ€™re next to him.
Malleus Draconia:
He likes to cuddle. Youโ€™re not afraid of him and he likes to have that reinforced by cuddling with you. Especially if you let him hold you. You feel safe in his arms, not afraid. Heโ€™s so happy. Heโ€™ll be smiling in his sleep just because heโ€™s holding you. He does enjoy being held too, but mainly prefers to hold you.
Lilia Vanrouge:
To no oneโ€™s surprise, Lilia is a cuddler. Heโ€™ll just force himself into your arms. Heโ€™s nuzzling into you with a little smile on his face. He would also do this when youโ€™re asleep. Heโ€™ll wait until heโ€™s certain youโ€™re asleep and crawl into your arms so youโ€™ll be pleasantly surprised when you wake up.
Silver Vanrouge:
He likes holding you. He falls asleep before he can fully put his arms around you, but he loves holding you. If he wakes up to find that you crawled into his arms, heโ€™ll be super happy. (You might not be able to tell, but itโ€™s true). He has occasionally fallen asleep in your lap. It might not be his favorite position to fall asleep in, but itโ€™s his favorite to wake up in.
Sebek Zigvolt:
Next to you. He canโ€™t hold you or be held by you, because then he might be slower to react if something broke in. He canโ€™t go through the extra effort to release his hold on you or climb out of your arms. The most heโ€™ll do is hold your hand. Itโ€™s either holding hands or nothing.
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pomefioredove ยท 8 months ago
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now I'm actually invested in this idea. maybe I'll write a full length fic someday idk... for now I have short hcs
parts 1 | 2 | 3 | kalim | bad ending
summary: crowley decides to "give away" yuu to the highest "donation" for financial reasons type of post: headcanons characters: all nrc students additional info: can be read as platonic or romantic, except malleus is pretty romantic, second person pov, yuu is gender neutral, maybe a little ooc I wrote this as soon as I got up
crowley has had his fair share of "what the fuck" moments from you but this was really taking the cake
he acts so... casual about it?
swaggers into ramshackle one morning and says times are tough and your personal expenses are straining the budget so he's decided to "put you in someone else's care"
"The screening process will be vigorous to make sure you end up in good hands!" like you're a cat or something "Your expenses will be covered and you'll have somewhere to go during break!"
okay great. pretty obvious you have no say in this, so you don't even argue. what's the worst that could happen?
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Ace, Deuce, Jack, and Epel find you the next day to say they're pooling their money to buy you
"To what?"
Epel shrugs. "Oh, well Crowley said we need to offer a donation to prove we're capable of supporting you..."
(you think that if not for the laws of this land you would have slaughtered that old fart)
Jack goes on a really long tirade about how shady and underhanded this is, making sure to reaffirm that he believes you should be free to make your own choices
"So you'll let me go once you get me?"
"Uhhh..."
Ace thinks once they buy you you'll have no choice but to do all of his homework for him
Deuce says that's not really how it works- and even if he tried, Riddle would kill him
(they've already gone over this twice before finding you)
Epel happily volunteers to take you home with him over breaks, probably the only positive in this mess
even if he thinks the whole thing is kind of funny
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incapable of keeping his mouth shut, Ace accidentally spills the plan to Riddle, who is understandably aghast
you can't just give away a person under your care like a toy!
of all the irresponsible things...
of course, he'll have to put up his offer, too
purely for your sake! with a nicer room and a brand new copy of the dorm rules, maybe you'll stop getting yourself into trouble
he's got some family money (doctors, naturally) and considers this a worthwhile purchase, for his sanity and yours
of course, Trey and Cater overhear and may or may not be pooling their own cash for a chance, too
going behind Riddle's back on this is a risky venture, but hey, someone's gotta be on your side, here, right?
I mean, between a bunch of sixteen year old boys, the housewarden, and them, who would you choose?
actually don't answer that
...not that it's much of a secret, anyway. Cater's already got their gofundme equivalent link in bio
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Leona initially plans to have you become a live-in lackey like Ruggie
but then he really starts thinking- and, hey, the possibilities are endless, right?
for one, you'd make a really good pillow
he might have to kick Grim out for your full attention, but you could learn to live with that
and malleus would hate it
...that's reason enough for him
plus, he's got money to burn, so why not?
either way, he sets his bid at a reasonable (maybe too confident) price and sits back to watch the chaos unfold as everyone scrambles for a piece of the pie
news travels fast around school, after all
then Ruggie finds out that you could dethrone him as Leona's #2 and is understandably a little annoyed
that's his cushy post-grad job gig, thank you! he's worked hard for that!
besides, why should Leona get to hoard you? the guy can barely take care of himself!
so, Ruggie ends up outsourcing to a few dozen classmates for the necessary funds at a steep I-owe-you price
he's gonna be eating nothing but dandelions for a while...
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now, Azul is annoyed
once the news goes school-wide, it's all anyone can talk about
talk about good marketing...
why didn't he think of such a brilliant scam? he could have negotiated with Crowley to have a cafรฉ brand deal tie-in!
of course, he's already set his bid, with Jade and Floyd offering to pitch in as necessary
it's a risky investment, sure, but a worthwhile one
Azul tells everyone that with the prefect's "obvious" popularity, having them at the cafรฉ a few nights a week would drive sales through the roof
though that's really just what he says to shirk suspicion
a likely excuse coming from him, though, really, it would just be nice having you around
and if not for his own affections, Floyd's incessant begging and Jade's subtly manipulative comments about "how nice" it would be having a new face around would be enough for him to cave eventually
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"Kalim, no," is the first thing that Jamil says
"I strongly advise against this. It's another one of Crowley's silly scams and you could end up a target bec- are you even listening?"
hint: he is not
the second Kalim found out that he could get to take in his favorite magicless student like one of his treasures, he was all over it
(AKA infinite sleepovers)
and for what? a little optional donation to prove he's got the funds? he's got cash to spare!
he's already got your new room in Scarabia set up before he even puts his bid in
right next to his of course :)
and despite what Jamil insists, he himself might be working behind the curtain just a little to ensure he's the one who ends up with you
after all, why should Kalim get everything? this might be a valuable learning opportunity for him
You don't always get what you want
*เฉˆโœฉโ€งโ‚Šหš
as much as Epel tries to keep the rest of his dorm from finding out, it's inevitable
he's actually a little surprised that the news didn't get to Vil sooner
with Rook around campus, surely he must have said something...
when Vil does find out, though, he just sighs
oh, of course. what next, will everyone meet each other in the arena and fight to the death over the prefect?
of all the silly, immature things...
oh? what's that? he's bidding anyway? of course he is, silly potato. he can't have some unwashed miscreant making you sleep on polyester bedding
(really, he's the only person on campus worthy of your time)
Rook has also been mysteriously absent from the dorm lately, though his initials on a poem and a strangely large sum of money end up in the donation pile
but really, that could be anyone... Rook would never dare betray Vil again, right?
*เฉˆโœฉโ€งโ‚Šหš
Ortho finds out directly from the other first years and sends Idia the details immediately
with a little note of encouragement, of course: "could be excellent for improving your social skills!"
Idia understandably freaks out
"WTF!!!! nooo way! this is a person, not a chatbot we're talking about here! I can barely keep virtual pets alive!!!!"
(liar)
(...but this is still different)
the conversation ends there, but semi-anonymous bid from someone named "gloomurai" gets cashapp'd directly to crowley
*เฉˆโœฉโ€งโ‚Šหš
everyone in the room immediately turns to Malleus
"For the record, I think it's wrong to be bargaining over a human being," Silver says first. "But if anyone could handle it with grace, it's you."
Lilia laughs. "Oh, you're just saying that because you like the prefect so much!"
"Father, you're the one who likes the prefect so much,"
"Oh, right! carry on then. After all, I'm sure we could share,"
Sebek is the only one relatively against the idea, though Lilia luckily manages to get him to lower his voice after his third speech about how you aren't good enough for his liege
Malleus is rather quiet through the whole evening, neither agreeing nor disagreeing with any of the points made
he disappears for a short while, and when he comes back he seems a little more confident
though, of course, he goes to you first
seeing him at Ramshackle in the middle of the night is a familiar and welcoming sight after all of the chaos of your week
and he's in a great mood!
"Child of man! I've come with news," he says. "I have heard of your predicament and have come up with a solution!"
you immediately sulk. "Oh, no. You know I think this whole thing is terrible, right?"
"Yes, Silver mentioned you might not like the idea of being bought and sold like a trinket. But worry not, I do not plan on paying for you in money,"
you pause, at a loss for words, and then tentatively continue. "You're not...?"
"Of course not. What a primitive idea, I was baffled to hear it myself. My proposal will be more traditional: a modest sum of treasure, and a generous amount of livestock and the finest crop Briar Valley can offer,"
certainly he's not this naive, you think
"You really think Crowley is going to accept that over money? I'm pretty sure Kalim just bid away an entire country's worth,"
he laughs. "You speak as if this is some kind of business deal! I'm quite confident that my dowry will be best,"
huh. that was a strange way of putting it
but then again, you still didn't really understand how things work here, so you go along with it
and you allow yourself to relax. he seems confident in his offer, and he doesn't even see you as some kind of prize to win!
"Oh, well, alright. Thanks! I'm glad you're on it,"
he smiles. "Rest assured, child of man, you're in good hands. My dowry will far outshine the others, and the wedding will be even better,"
"I was honestly getting a little nervous for a momen- wait- wedding!?"
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I Love You~ โ€” NRC Students x gn! reader
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summary: How Twisted Wonderland boys react to you saying "I love you."
tw: stalking (Rook), slight angst for some, mainly fluff.
a/n: this is the most I've written for for so many characters. I hope I did them well, I even wrote for characters I'm not confident in. Also, I swear they don't all just say I love you too back, Heartslabyul boys are just too sweet not not (for the most part).
wc: 4.5k (~200 each character)
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Your feelings had been building up over time. It got to the point that it felt like all your feelings were bubbling over. It was only sooner or later that the depth of your love was going to spill. You only hoped that it wouldnโ€™t scare him away.
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โฅ Riddle Rosehearts
It wasnโ€™t the first time you said those damn words that sent his heart into cardiac arrest. โ€˜Love you,โ€™ You would chime playfully as he seemed near to scolding you for something or another. He hated to admit how effective those words were on him, it didnโ€™t help how you said it so casually. Yet this time was different, your tone being nothing but soft, your eyes nothing but warmโ€ฆhe wasnโ€™t prepared for this. Avoiding your loving gaze, Riddle could feel his brain melt, his tongue felt like lead, and his heart was beating erratically. When your gaze turned worried, shying away the longer he stayed silent, he somehow gathered the courage to respond.
โ€œI-I love you too.โ€
โฅ Trey Clover
It was no secret how much you both cared for each other. You both seemed like a married couple to the other students. You never really needed to say anything out loud because your love was shown through actions, the way you both smiled at each other, and how the other was always on the mind. Yet hearing you say those words out loud shocked him. What shocked him even more was how much he longed to hear you say it again, and again, and again. It didnโ€™t take long for him to regain his composure, smile brightening as he didnโ€™t even hesitate to respond.
โ€œI love you too~โ€
โฅ Cater Diamond
He always hid behind a smile and a flash of his camera. People would say his care for you only ran skin deep, but you knew otherwise. You had managed to wiggle your way through Caterโ€™s walls and that scared him, but it also brought a sense of relief. His compliments towards you were genuine, showing you just how much his fans loved you (an extension of his own love). Heโ€™d always say he loved you playfully, sending a wink your way making you nearly combustโ€ฆand youโ€™d respond in kind (unknowingly doing the same to him). So when you said those three simple words, your tired eyes fluttering shut as you snuggled into his blankets, he felt like he was going to puke. He felt like a complete coward that he could only reply back after you had fallen asleep, vowing to show you just how much he cared the next day.
โ€œI love you more than you know.โ€
โฅ Deuce Spades
We all know that Deuce isnโ€™t the sharpest tool in the shed, yet you found that endearing. The way he showed his care for you was so obvious it was hard to ignore. How he clearly favored you over Ace, sending threatening glares to any student who dares to look at you the wrong way. You had never felt safer than when you were with Deuce, so youโ€™d try to reciprocateโ€ฆyet he always seemed to outshine you in your made up care competition. Yet you quickly found his weakness after he shied away after you hugged him once. So when he did something so endearingly silly, it was only natural for those three words to slipโ€ฆrip Deuce. He stammered, face blazing red as he tried to wrap around what you said, trying to untangle any hidden meanings. Bashfully, he couldnโ€™t meet your eyes as he responded.
โ€œIโ€ฆlove you too.โ€
โฅ Ace Trappola
This menace. He flexes all the time, claiming how you must love him with the way you follow him like a puppy. Yeahโ€ฆhe makes it hard sometimes. So out of spite youโ€™d go to Deuce, causing Ace to sulk. It was in those moments that you realized he was lowkey (highkey) projecting his feelings onto you. It helped you deal with his unabashed praise for himself. You found yourself teasing Ace back, poking him and irritating him (he did find it annoying but heโ€™d rather your attention be on him then anyone else). Heโ€™d show off during his games, always looking towards you and making him a clumsy mess on the court. When you finally muttered how you felt (somewhat bitterly) Ace felt his brain shut down for a second before quickly rebooting, a shaky smirk on his face with bright red cheeks as he replied.ย 
โ€œOf course you do! Who wouldnโ€™t- OW! Okay, okay, I l-like you too I guess.โ€
(bro couldnโ€™t even say love you back ๐Ÿ’€)
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โฅ Leona Kingscholar
To anyone who didnโ€™t know him, theyโ€™d think he was indifferent to you, if not annoyed by you. Yet to your and Ruggieโ€™s keen eyes it was easy to see his affection for you crack through his impervious exterior. How heโ€™d drag you with him for his constant naps, how heโ€™d let you play with his hair, and how heโ€™d glare at anyone who seemed to get a little too friendly with you. Leona didnโ€™t like being vulnerable, after all, showing your belly meant submission and death. So when you said those three words heโ€™d dreamt of you saying, how lovingly you were staring at him as you fiddled with one of his braids, he felt his scowl worsen at the fluttery feeling in his chest. His green eyes glanced away, his face softening back into a neutral expression.
โ€œI better be the only one you say that to, herbivore.โ€
โฅ Ruggie Bucchi
Heโ€™s another one that people canโ€™t tell if he likes you or is using you. Whenever you were seen with him you were helping him with chores (in reality you only helped him so you both could relax together afterwards). It was clear how much you cared for him, bringing him snacks, helping him with chores, offering to pay for his meals (rip your already bare wallet). In return, heโ€™d share with you. A feat that no one had ever seen him do before. Ruggie never felt guilty for taking/getting foodโ€ฆthat was until you never seemed annoyed by how much he took from you. So he felt it was only fair if you had some tooโ€ฆyou did pay for it after all. He found his tail wagging when you smiled at him, hugging him, or even when you ruffled his hair. So when you said that! Those words he never expected to be uttered from your lips, let alone aimed at him, his tail just couldnโ€™t stop moving! No matter how composed he seemed, it was like his brain was on fire (insert that spongebob clip).
โ€œShishishi, I suppose I might feel the sameโ€ฆthe price for that information is the other half of your donut. Shishi.โ€
โฅ Jack Howl
This guy. Definition of tsundere. Acts like he wants nothing to do with you while sticking by your side for as long as he can. The nice thing is that he helps you become more healthy. He never forces you, but you feel more inclined to join him in his โ€˜morningโ€™ jogs (his morning jog is way too early for you so it's technically his second jog of the day and he calls it his wind down jog). Everyone can tell how he feels for you, it's clear in the way his eyes are always searching for your comfort, how he steps in when someone gets too pushy, or when his tail sways when all your attention is on him. Another guy you feel super safe with. The two of you were studying when you said it, atmosphere warm. Jackโ€™s ear twitched, unsure if he heard you correctly, eyes searching yours for confirmation. When you gave no indication that you were joking or being silly, it felt like his heart flipped.
โ€œIโ€ฆcare about youโ€ฆas well.โ€
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โฅ Azul Ashengrotto
He is sneakily unseaky about his feelings. One moment heโ€™s treating you like an actual valued guest with no hidden intentions (๐Ÿ˜’) and the next heโ€™s lowkey (highkey) flexing on you. Mixed signals because you arenโ€™t sure if heโ€™s trying to make you feel bad about yourself or if heโ€™s trying to make himself look better to you. โ€œOh donโ€™t worry, this wonโ€™t put a dent in my pockets,โ€ Heโ€™d say with a smug smirk (youโ€™re lowkey side-eyeing him). One time you poked him to see howโ€™d he react and it was super amusing. Ran away with the brightest blush youโ€™d ever seen claiming he had work to doโ€ฆyeahโ€ฆright. When you realized he is in fact trying to impress you (and realized it was really fun to tease him with affection), you became more comfortable around him, looking forward to the next time you could visit the Mostro Lounge. It got to the point that Jade would just bring you to the VIP room (if Azul wasnโ€™t busy swindling a poor soul). When you spoke those words it came out of seemingly nowhere, Azul spilling ink all over a contract he just finished writing. He was so close to darting out of the room, face ablaze, hands trembling. Do you know just how powerful those words are?ย 
โ€œP-perhapsโ€ฆd-do youโ€ฆI-I thinkโ€ฆโ€ (You broke him, donโ€™t worry he just needs time to collect himself. He loves you too ๐Ÿ’–)
โฅ Jade Leech
Rip. It kinda takes a lot to catch his eye (do you even want that?). He found it amusing how kind you were, you wouldnโ€™t make it for a second in the deep (kโ€ฆ). Yet what really caught his eye was that you were a green thumb. How you recognized one of his mushrooms and the gleam in your eyes as you stated all you knew about it (not much, but more than anyone else heโ€™s met). Now you have a scary eel that pops up every now and then. Jade only cared about mushrooms, but now on his hikes heโ€™d spot a plant you liked (every now and then bringing it back for you). Downside, you now had Floydโ€™s attention as well. I mean cโ€™mon, his brother finding interest in someone? He just had to check the guppy outโ€ฆthankfully Jade stopped him from squeezing you (a true testament of his care for you). The words spilled out of you when Jade had offered toโ€ฆโ€™helpโ€™...with a certainโ€ฆโ€™problemโ€™ of yours (an annoying student who wouldnโ€™t leave you alone). A look of pure shock washed over his face before it quickly turned into a cunning grin, something that sent the hairs on your arms to raise.ย 
โ€œMy my, what a bold statement. Please, treat me gently would you?~โ€ (He did not forget about your โ€˜problemโ€™)
โฅ Floyd Leech
Rip #2. You know he cares (sometimes) when he stops calling you guppy (sometimes he does it just to annoy someone cough Riddle cough). Your case was a mix of both. One time when Floyd wouldnโ€™t stop poking your cheeks you poked his nose with a โ€˜boopโ€™, and he had deemed you boops. Also wouldnโ€™t stop booping you back after that. He is not ashamed at all. Heโ€™d squeeze you, drape over you, pick you up, poke you, nearly kill you. The usual. You always would pretend to be annoyed (although sometimes that annoyance was very real) and Floyd always found your reactions hilarious. Although he had his bad moods, 6/10 times heโ€™d feel better when you booped him. Jade would tease him, Azul would ask you over to the Mostro Lounge more often, even Riddle would avoid you (because where you were Floyd had to be nearby). When he was in a bad mood and you booped him while saying โ€œI love you~โ€, Floyd froze. Sharp eyes watching your every move like the predator he is, a wide grin revealing his sharp teeth.ย 
โ€œAwwww, I love ya too Boops! Now lemme squeeze ya!โ€ย 
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โฅ Kalim Al-Asim
Where do I even start? Heโ€™s loving on you the moment he sees you. Hugs, cheek kisses, hand holding, it's all normal to him. He cares about you so why wouldnโ€™t he show you? Poor Jamil, he was really stressed at first, unsure what your intentions were. So to start, you had to prove yourself to Jamil, Kalim had accepted you the moment his eyes landed on you. The more you hung out, the clearer your affection for Kalim shined, and you two were basically a married couple at this point. It was easy to care for him, reciprocating his affection without hesitation. Idk there's not much to say about him, heโ€™s just a loving and carefree guy. It was when you both were winding down, hanging out with just the other, doing some homework (one of the ways you proved yourself to Jamil). Your dreary eyes watched as Kalim swayed in place, his eyes soon meeting yours. His beaming smile had all your defenses down, words falling out without you realizing it. It wasnโ€™t until Kalim jumped at you, squeezing you tightly, face nuzzling into your neck.
โ€œI love you too! We should get married!โ€
(๐Ÿ˜…)
โฅ Jamil Viper
Itโ€™s admirable that you managed to break down Jamilโ€™s walls. He was even more surprised at how your attention would always seem to land on him instead of his insufferable prince. No matter how much Kalim basically begged for your attention, your eyes would always drift to Jamil, a warm smile on your lips when your eyes met. He showed his affection for you in how he looked after you. He had grown up taking care of someone, and although he found himself hating Kalim for his position, for Jamilโ€™s spot in the world, he found himself enjoying caring for you. He loved how your eyes lit up when he offered you lunch, he had made too much anyways (riggggghhhhtโ€ฆ), he felt his heart flip when you offered to help clean up or when you offered to help braid his hair. It was still hard for him to wrap his head around the fact that you truly cared for him and had no ulterior motives. His heart beat erratically when you said those words, when you looked only at him so lovingly, how your hand caressed his cheek so tenderly. It was all so overwhelming and he pulled away, pulling his hood up to hide his blush. His tongue felt heavy and he wasnโ€™t sure if he had the heart to let himself be so vulnerable.
โ€œLetโ€™s continue this laterโ€ฆbut rest assured I feel a similar way.โ€
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โฅ Vil Schoenheit
Ohhh boy. Vil, as much as I love him, might be a bit overbearing at first. If anything, youโ€™d feel ashamed about yourself at first. You never seemed to be good enough as Vil would always find something to pick apart about you. Youโ€™d eat too many carbs, your uniform was wrinkly, your eyebags seemed to be more pronounced. When you snapped, crying and pleading for him to just stop, that you knew you werenโ€™t beautiful or perfect like him and you didnโ€™t want to hear it anymore, Vil had to rethink how he showed his care. He didnโ€™t say those things because he thought you were ugly or terrible, he only wanted you to better yourself. To become more healthy and to take better care of yourself. Reflecting, he realized just how mean he seemedโ€ฆenter the spoiling. Instead of nit picking you, he would give you stuff without a word. You found yourself with skin care products made by him (he didnโ€™t want to taint your skin with bad ingredients), he would bring you a balanced lunch (perhaps breakfast and dinner too, if youโ€™d be kind enough to join him), and heโ€™d gift you outfits that complemented your figure perfectly (sometimes heโ€™d have to get them costume made). It was a bit of a shock at the drastic change, but you found yourself doting on him more as well. You both were having dinner together, Vil complaining about his coworkers and you talking about whatever you were into at the moment. When he mentioned something heโ€™d think youโ€™d like you found yourself sweetly telling him you loved him. He was astounded, eyes locked on yours. As much as he tried to be composed, he couldnโ€™t deny the fluttering of his heart or the heat on his cheeks.ย 
โ€œI love you as well, my sweet potato.โ€
โฅ Rook Hunt
This man ๐Ÿ’€. At first you were terrified. Man was literally stalking you. You even went to the professors for help because excuse me? Stalking bad. And as much as Rook took amusement in your actions, he decided to finally get to know youโ€ฆface to face (he already knew a ton about you). You gave him bombastic side eye when he first was trying to talk to you. Heโ€™d pop out of bushes (strangely no leaves stuck in his hair), heโ€™d appear right behind youโ€ฆone time he seemed to appear from literally nowhere. Against your own will, you warmed up to the freak. When he wasnโ€™t continuously complimenting you, you found him to be funny. Rook is also unashamed about his love for you, heโ€™d shout it from the roof tops if you asked. He also took the fact that you were warm to him as a sign of affection. You didnโ€™t nearly deck him for popping out of the bushes this time? Oh mon chรฉri, his heart melts that you felt his presence to be so comforting. It felt weird, Rook had complimented you many times, spouting about how much his heart yearns for you. You almost didnโ€™t want to tell him that you loved him, a bit spiteful since you knew how smug heโ€™d look afterwards (youโ€™d never live it down either). Yet when Rook handed you a rose, spieling about how it could never compare to you, you found yourself crumbling. Instead of that smug look you expected, he looked genuinely happy. Green eyes bright and shining, smile so wide you thought it split. Yet that gleam soon looked like that of a predator who finally caught his prey.ย 
โ€œMon chรฉri, my heart weeps with joy, I cannot imagine a world without your brilliance shining. Avoir son cล“ur est la plus grande rรฉcompense.โ€
โฅ Epel Felmier
Epel is a tough nut even if he looks cute. Heโ€™d tease you mercilessly (Ace moment) on some days, while most he found himself complaining to you. Vil would work him tirelessly, and he can handle tough work! Youโ€™d sneak him candy or some jerky (that was more manly than candy). He found himself always trying to impress you, whether it be carrying something heavy or showing you his grades (he improved from last time okay). He loved how you complimented his strength or his intelligence, but deep down he was scared you saw him as a cute prim boy that Vil was trying to turn him into. If anyone tried anything with you heโ€™s the one youโ€™d go to, making his chest puff in confidence. Of course heโ€™s trying to not fight so Vil wonโ€™t punish him, but a stern talking too wasnโ€™t out of the picture. You both were relaxing under a tree. You mindlessly watched Epel as he carved an apple, handing you pieces when they were cut perfectly. Another one who canโ€™t handle it when you say it. Eyes wide, shoulders hunched, face matching the apple he was holding.ย 
โ€œYa c-canโ€™t jusโ€™ s-say that! Y-you tryna k-kill me? โ€˜Tch, youโ€™re lucky I like ya too.โ€
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โฅ Idia Shroud
Heโ€™s such a simp. Some days he can barely squeak out a word to you, hiding himself in the comfort of his hoodie, others heโ€™s flexing on you about just how much more he knows about a game than you. When heโ€™s feeling extra generous (trying to get yโ€™alls intimacy meter up to max) heโ€™ll buy you the fancy currency in your favorite gacha game, go on, do as many ten pulls as it takes to get your favorite character up to max level. His favorite moments are when you both are watching an anime together, in the same bedโ€ฆit makes his heart explode just thinking about it (dudes on the opposite side of the bed ๐Ÿ’€). What makes him care for you even more is how you interact with Ortho. You two are his favorite people and seeing how well you both get along just further warms his heart. When you muttered those words to him, he literally screamed. Hoodie up, hiding under his blankets, his hair the brightest pink itโ€™s ever been. He felt light headed and he was sure if he opened his eyes his vision would be spotty.
โ€œG-gah! Your charm is maxed out! Itโ€™s n-not fair that you had the special dialogue to insta kill me.โ€
โฅ Ortho Shroud (platonic only obvs)
He is just a little ray of sunshine. Heโ€™s the reason why you got so close to Idia in the first place. Heโ€™s always on the hunt for any potential friends for him and his brother. You were always sweet to him, doting on him and calling him cute. Ortho honestly thought of you as another sibling (might as well be with how much you hype him up). Ortho would always try to accompany you if he had time, always โ€˜hintingโ€™ at you to visit his brother (bro is not hinting, straight up just asking). He felt his cpu warm as he processed his happy feelings at watching you and his brother get along, as well as when you always brought Ortho over to join you both. It didnโ€™t take long for you to tell Ortho you loved him, I mean he was just so adorable!
โ€œIโ€™m so happy! I love you too!โ€
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โฅ Malleus Draconia
I hope you're ready to become a royal beside him. He shows he cares with grand gestures (which Lila helps make them smaller gestures). Malleus is used to people fearing him, and the fact that you didnโ€™t? Man was gobsmacked. He shared his interests with you, and you shared yours with him. He would research anything you said that he didnโ€™t understand (it was even better if you were the one teaching him). If you thought your affection was spilling over, Malleusโ€™ was flooding. It turned into him giving you fine jewelry, clothing, flowers, food, you want it, it's yours. He cared for you greatly, and he was unsure how else to show his affection. You gave him a hug? Heโ€™d hug you now as a greeting. One time you booped his nose and he went cross eyed following your finger. Youโ€™d almost spilled your guts then (Iโ€™m surprised you didnโ€™t cus that shitโ€™s adorable). You always confused him with your cute forms of affection, but he wouldnโ€™t have it any other way. It seemed impossible for you to keep in your love any longer on a bright, moonlit night. As you stared into the night sky, you spilled those three little words that unknowingly sealed your fate. Malleus felt his heart be set aflame, eyes taking you in. It was then that he finally thought of a perfect ring for you.ย 
โ€œI love you as well, child of man. More than you could ever imagine.โ€
โฅ Lilia Vanrouge
As silly and carefree as he was, Lilia wasnโ€™t ready to love again. He had his family, and that was all he cared for. So when he found himself messing with you more, missing when you werenโ€™t around, wanting to cook for you (rip #3), he felt scared. Love never went well for him, it was almost like he was cursed, and those he cared for were ripped away from him. Yet you were so sweet, trying his food and trying to give him pointers on how he could improve. The cute scared face you made when he popped out of nowhere. Gosh you made it so easy to love, it was honestly unfair. He was supposed to be the cute one! You canโ€™t go stealing his title! You also found it a struggle to love Lilia. You knew he was older than time itself (๐Ÿ’€), and honestly you felt a bit weird for falling for him. I mean, you were so much younger, and he was a fae. It just seemed like a lot, so you kept your feelings to yourself. That was until one night, Lilia was tucking you in since you fell asleep on him, and you muttered those cursed words as you drifted off. He actually avoided you for a few weeks after that, and you felt embarrassed that you slipped. It wasnโ€™t until he could no longer avoid you, missing you too much and having thought it through enough.
โ€œI hope you understand the weight of your words, after all, us fae stay with our partner for life.โ€
โฅ Silver Vanrouge
He is so easy to get along with. Heโ€™s always looking out for you, offering you snacks when you're hungry and handing you water when you havenโ€™t drank any yet. While he does find himself dozing off a lot, he appreciates when you try to poke him awake or go over the material he slept through. No one even questions your status, they just assume you're together with how lovey dovey you both act. Heโ€™s fallen asleep on your shoulder more times than he can count, his soft hair tickling your neck. Heโ€™d apologize when waking up, but you were too entranced by not only his beauty but the cute animals that now surrounded you both. Not to mention the way your heart would pitter patter as he would promise to defend you, his shining eyes showing complete seriousness. You had whispered your love for him when he was sleeping, gently playing with his hair. You thought he wouldnโ€™t hear, but boy were you wrong. His soft eyes blinked open sleepily, a small smile tugging at his lips.
โ€œAm I dreaming? I hope Iโ€™m not, because I love you too.โ€
โฅ Sebek Zigvolt
Another tsundere ass. He gets overwhelmed by his feelings for you so often Iโ€™m surprised your eardrums arenโ€™t permanently damaged from his constant yelling. It was confusing for him because the only other person he felt a somewhat similar feeling towards was Malleus Draconia, and you were nowhere near the level of the future king of Briar Valley. Heโ€™d take his strange feelings out on you, inadvertently pushing you away. Thank the sevens for Lilia (or not) because the bat fae would always have something to say about Sebek when heโ€™d see you. โ€œHave you heard of how brave Sebek was?โ€ โ€œHave you seen how cute he is when his face turns red?โ€ Thankfully, Sebek got used to the pitter patter he felt when you smiled at him, no longer scolding you forโ€ฆsmiling? Another one that you learn tends to project. Heโ€™s degrading you for being human? Well heโ€™s half human too, so he probably feels the same about himself more than you. Which causes you to try and compliment him moreโ€ฆwhich leads to him shouting, cycle repeats. I hope you brought ear plugs, cus the moment you spilled your guts, the soft atmosphere turned harsh. His face lit up red as his shoulders rose to his ears, be prepared for a flustered, shouting croc.
โ€œC-cease your tempting words human! I-I only have eyes for Waka-sama! I have no time for foolish endeavors that will ruin my position! W-wait, donโ€™t l-leave! I n-never said I didnโ€™t f-feel the s-same!โ€
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blackbutlerfandomnerddomain ยท 1 year ago
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So yknow that fic I sent you in my last ask?
What if that's how the kalim harem happened?
Like everyone sees how sad kalim is and is like "welp, time to protect and love this ray of sunshine"
And Jamil isn't in the harem until **way** later or not at all
Btw yall boo is referring to this amazing gem
Okay, I'll be honest, I love this a bit more than what I originally posted. . . And now that I said that here's headcanons of how the others helped Jamil join!
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How the poly happen is still the same in the first post ever of the #Kalim Harem tag
Only difference is Jamil at least was honest about his feelings but was hella vague if he wanted to start anything at all to not just Kalim but to everyone else
Did that stop from some of them teasing? No
Ace and Floyd teamed up plenty during club practice
Cater and Azul did the most they can to opening call Kalim cute or be super affectionate/lovey dovey when Jamil's in the area, even doing things they sense Jamil wanted to do
While Jamil is later, he would more so be the last of NRC to go out with Kalim cause I still think Rollo was last
At one point during a special buffet event at the Mostro Lounge Azul arranged a performance of this song and Jamil just sulked
Finally the ice was thawing and the others quickly made the moves to get these two together.
Did it sting a bit, but they all knew those two loved each other much longer than anyone of them loved Kalim
They started with Jamil getting notes with classes he missed for servant duties and an invite to the Mostro Lounge for a dinner
Jamil goes cause why the hell not?
He goes there and the dinner was good and yummy as expected, music was perfect as theorized, but what he wasn't expecting was Azul announcing a performance by NRC's Light Music Club
Together with the jazz, the band sing these:
Kalim sang this song during the night's end
Jamil watched as Kalim took a rose from Cater and floated to Jamil's table with a soft gaze, blushing like crazy when six different flowers came to him with different ribbon colors that symbolize each dorm's wish to have him
Yeah the night was a success as people saw Kalim give Jamil a kiss bye before classes the next day
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lettucebee17 ยท 2 years ago
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temiizpalace ยท 1 month ago
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โ˜†โ”ŠTHE POCKY GAME
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SUMMARY: playing the pocky game with your crush!
CHARACTERS: all dorms (-ortho)
GENRE: fluff
WARNINGS: cursing, suggestive? not really tho
NOTES: happy pocky day!! I think this game is actually really cute teehee. whatโ€™s ur guys favorite pocky? (mines the chocolate or matcha one ๐Ÿ™๐Ÿ™)
reader is g/n, reader is yuu
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GOES IN FLUSTERED, COMES OUT CONFIDENT
you caught him so off guard. he was just minding his own business, doing his thing, then suddenly you hit him with a game like this? really are you trying to kill him, prefect? does this count as a confession?? he feels hot, is his face red? he didnโ€™t even know pocky day existed!
despite his internal panicking, how could he possibly say no to you? placing the biscuit between his lips, letting you have the chocolate side (or whatever flavor u want) like the gentleman he is. slowly, bite by bite his face inches closer to yours. his heart is killing him, but he doesnโ€™t dare to lose. finally reaching to the midsection, his lips find yours, sharing a small sweet kiss before pulling away.
that was much more fun than he thought itโ€™d be. how about another round?
riddle, trey, jack, kalim, silver, malleus
GOES IN CONFIDENT, COMES OUT A LOSER
he was so smug when you asked. say less prefect! heโ€™ll play the game with you since youโ€™re so desperate!
then suddenly he gets second thoughts once you both begin to bite down on the biscuit. little by little, the proximity between you two began to close, his heartbeat racing at the speed of light. thump thump thump. he could barely control his breathing and his palms were beginning to grow sweaty. by the time youโ€™ve expected a kiss, he pulled away, feeling embarrassed and overwhelmed.
his cheeks were burning hot and there was a discerning look on his face that screamed flustered. with all the talk he had before, maybe this reaction was better than the anticipated kiss. but whereโ€™s the fun in that? you pull out another pocky stick, putting it between your lips for a second time with a devilish grin. youโ€™re killing him, prefect.
ace, cater, ruggie, epel, sebek
A LOSER
had to think long and hard about playing. not cause he didnโ€™t want to, but because he knows heโ€™s going to humiliate himself in front of you.
so how did he find himself standing in front of you, with a pocky in his mouth, inching closer and closer to your face after each passing second? this. is. bad. heโ€™s actually going to fail and look like a godforsaken fool. is his face red? itโ€™s red isnโ€™t it? he shouldโ€™ve known better. not even halfway, he backs up, covering the lower half of his face with his hand.
please forgive him, but he might just DIE and EXPLODE if he hadnโ€™t done what he just did. itโ€™s not just about his safety, itโ€™s about yours too. please donโ€™t tease him heโ€™s already so embarrassed for being a wimp.
heโ€™s already weak in the knees just being beside you, kissing you would be a whole nother story.
deuce, azul, idia
A FUCKING TEASE
another smug one. except this one has plans to win and actually stick to it. rather than just standing in front of you, he wraps his arms around your waist, pulling you in closer. you hesitate for a moment, taken aback by his bold actions.
the game grew intense, his eyes staring daggers into your own. youโ€™re not even sure if he was blinking (he wasnโ€™t). he took in your reaction, engraved it in the back of his mind, and plans to replay these moments like they were a cinematic masterpiece. just when you were about to pull away, his lips meet yours, sharing a breathtaking kiss.
your face was warm and wore an expression of shock. he loved it. ah, ah, ah, not so fast prefect. technically that was a tie! whatโ€™s a game without a winner? looks like another round is in order..
jade, jamil, rook, lilia
SOMEHOW A WORSE TEASE
pocky game? why would we want to do that when he could just do this?
cupping your cheek, he leans over and places a chaste kiss on your lips. it was a gentle kiss, contrasting with the way his hands traveled down to your waist, holding my you firmly in place. his eyes bored into you, enjoying your shock. he was smug. so smug. you could feel him smiling against your lips, leaning in closer and closer til you finally had the opportunity to push him away.
he only smirked in return, letting you go, grabbing a pocky and walking away as if nothing happened.
punch him. you wanted to punch him.
leona, jade, floyd, jamil, vil
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A/N: jamil was self indulgent ngl
date published: 11/11/24
ยฉ temiizpalace โ€” do not copy, steal, or put my work into ai. thank you!
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Pocky Game
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SUMMARY: How would they react if you asked them to play Pocky with you? Do they already know the game? How do they act while playing? And who is the first to finish the biscuit stick and kiss the other?
CHARACTERS: All NRC students (except Ortho)
TAGS: Fluff; GN Reader; Bullet Points;ย Kissing; suggestive?
WORD COUNT: An average of 310 words per character.
COMMENTS: I had this idea for some time but only now did I write it down. I don't know what else to tell to you other than: I hope you enjoy ๐Ÿ˜˜
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CONTEXT: The Pocky game is a party game played with Pocky, a Japanese chocolate- or candy-coated biscuit snack. Two participants place the Pocky between them โ€œLady and the Trampโ€ style, and try to be the last to hold onto the biscuit, often resulting in a kiss.
Since it's a game similar to the famous scene from "Lady and the Tramp" where they eat spaghetti, my headcanon is that this game exists in Twisted Wonderland.
How to play:
Pick a partner that you wouldn't mind kissing.
Face your partner and put a Pocky stick between you. Each partner takes an end of the Pocky stick in their mouth.
Each partner bites their end of the Pocky stick until their mouths meet in the middle. The first person to pull away loses!
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Riddle has no idea what this game is, you'll have to explain it to him. โ€œSo, if I understand correctly, you lose if you pull away and you win if you keep eating the biscuit stick. Very well. It sounds simple. But is there any purpose to the game? Is it some kind of endurance test?โ€ You say, in a way, it can be seen like that. He smiles.โ€œI see. Are there any other rules I should be aware of before we begin?โ€ You say no, that you already explained everything.
You put the biscuit stick in your mouth and point the other side at him for him to bite. He does so and you begin the game. The closer he gets to your face the more he will blush. Until he starts having difficulty looking you in the eye and diverts his attention to the biscuit stick, which makes him make a cute face.
When there is only one bite left to finish the game, it is his turn and he pulls away. โ€œW-wait!โ€ The only times he gets redder than he already is is when he's angry, but of course this was not the case. โ€œYou never said there was a possibility that neither of us would pull away. If we both continue eating the biscuit stick until the end, what happens? Because if we had continued...โ€ He looks away, embarrassed.
You apologize because you thought finding out during the game would have been a fun surprise. But you didn't know he wouldn't like the idea of... kissing you.
โ€œWhat? No, no! It's not that I don't like the idea, I actually really wish I had done it... it's just that... I didn't know that it was the objective and I didn't want to, you know, be ill-mannered in case you...โ€ Then he gets slightly upset with you. โ€œYou should have warned me! You lied to me when you said there were no more rules.โ€ He smirks confidently. โ€œIf you were a student of Heartslabyul, it would have been off with your head for this. But I will allow you to play again and if I consider the end of the game satisfactory, you will have my forgiveness.โ€
In the second round, even though it's his turn, he will stop and hesitate, he wants you to be the one to consent. So you take the last bite and kiss him. You feel his lips relax. And If you deepen the kiss, he will reciprocate and hug you, pulling you towards him by the waist.
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Ace knows this game so well that it's not you who invites him to play, it's he who invites you. โ€œYou also bought a box? Ha ha ha, we thought the same thing. That's a good sign.โ€ He winks at you and smirks. โ€œWhat box do we start with?โ€
While you play, he looks you in the eyes with a mischievousย and provocativeย look, to see when you will chicken out and lose.ย The longer thisย takes, the more he will smile and the more smug his look will become.ย His face reminds you of a sly cat.
When there's only one bite left for your lips to meet, he stops, to let you choose whether to kiss him or give up and lose, while he looks you in the eyes defiantly.
If you finish the game and kiss him, his eyes will widen in surprise, but soon after that he will close his eyesย and you will feel his lips form a triumphant smile. Heย place a hand on the back of your head to deepen the kiss.
He's the one who breaks the kiss with the most smug smile he's capable of.ย โ€œWow, chill out. We still have a lot of biscuit stick to play with.โ€ There is a pause in which you reply. โ€œWhat do you mean I was more excited than you?!โ€ He blushes. โ€œLie! You were enjoying it as much as I was!... Wait! I mean...โ€ He blushes even more. โ€œYou know what, let's play again to find out.โ€ He smirks again.
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The name of the game is not unfamiliar to Deuce, but youโ€™ll have to remind him what kind of game it was. You explain the rules to him, that both players eat the biscuit stick from one side and the first one to pull away loses. โ€œOkay, so whoever finishes the biscuit stick first wins?โ€ He asks and you confirm.
โ€œI see. So let's... wait!ย What happens if none of us pull away?โ€ He asks innocently. You suggest that he finds it out while you play. And he trusts you, so he accepts the suggestion.
You put the biscuit stick in your mouth and point for him to bite the other side.ย He does so, and as your faces get closer he begins to blush.
As the two of you take bites, it seems to bring out his competitive side, causing him to pay more attention to his bites of the cookie than to the fact that he's getting so close to you.
He's the one who takes the last bite and kisses you.ย But he'll quickly jump away and start apologizing. โ€œSorry, I didn't mean to- I mean I didn't think- expected-โ€ He stammers, unable to finish a sentence and almost as red as when his Housewarden gets angry.
If he sees you looking sad or disappointed because it looks like he didn't want to kiss you, he'll immediately tell you that's not the case! Clumsily, and stumbling over his words.
โ€œWait... that... that's what you wanted? T-To kiss me?โ€ The poor boy is a little slow. But now that he's realized this, he's going to try to muster up all the confidence he can and suggest that you try it again. And if you take out another biscuit stick to play again he'll be like: "Ah, yes! Try again the game, yes. That... that's what I meant, hahaโ€
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Cater was the one who had the idea. And it was probably trending on Magicam. He will ask you to play in the cutest way that only he knows how to ask. โ€œOh, you know this game too? So you can play with me right? Right, [Y/N]-chan~? You're not going to tell me that you've already played this with other people and you're not going to play it with me. You're going to make Cay-kun very sad, and a little jealy~.โ€
If you accept, he'll ask you if he can film you two playing. He promises not to post it on Magicam if you don't want him to, but the footage will be so cute that he'll at least want to keep it as a souvenir for himself. โ€œPretty please~?โ€
He will play like it's any other game, while looking sweetly into your eyes. Yes, he is taking the opportunity to flirt with you.ย If you get embarrassed, even just a little bit, he'll find it super cute.
He will let you take the last bite and decide whether to kiss him or not, while he looks at you seductively as a way to convince you to kiss him.
If you do, you'll feel his lips form a smile as he deepens the kiss.ย One of his hands on top of one of yours and the other on your cheek.
After the kiss, he will stay very close to you, wanting to hug you and with his forehead touching yours, laughing.ย Like those couples on social media.
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Trey recognizes the name. โ€œIt's that game where two people eat the same biscuit stick until they meet in the middle, right?โ€ He smiles awkwardly. โ€œIsn't it usually played between crushes?โ€
If you answer yes in a way that makes him understand that that is exactly why you want to play with him, he'll give you that rare smirk of his, and chuckles. โ€œOkay. I'll be happy to play with you.โ€
Even though he knows how the game works, he will let you have more control over the game. You'll take the first bite and he'll follow, as if the fun part for him was seeing you having fun and not the game itself.
He will be smiling sweetly the whole game, but when only the last bite is left, his smile turns into a smug as he looks into your eyes, and he kisses you, kindly and relaxedly. Then he'll pull away with that smug still on his face and he'll even lick his lip.
โ€œWell, I guess we both won. That's what you wanted, right? Did I play well?โ€ His expression is a mix of his gentle side with the rare cheeky side. โ€œOh,you would like I hadn't pull away so soon? Sorry, I'm still getting used to the rules of the game. I don't mind playing it again if you want. It was fun. With or without the biscuit stick.โ€
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Yes, Leona knows what game this is, and he will tease you for wanting to play it. โ€œIsn't that a cubs's play? How cute.โ€ he says lying in the botanical garden, as always. โ€œAnd why are you asking me to play? Do I look like someone who plays these games?โ€
You take that as a no (or at least as a 'try to convince me') So you say that if he doesn't want to, you'll find someone else to play with. Points if you say something like: "Maybe Tsunotarou would likeย to play with me."
โ€œOI! I never said no! But if you want, you'll have to play with me lying down, because I'm not going to get up to make you that favour.โ€
He just straightens his head, resting it against the base of a tree before you begin. He opens his mouth for you to put the biscuit stick in his mouth. The only thing he'll do is bite that whenever it's his turn.
At first, his expression is neutral, almost bored. But every time your face gets a little closer to his, a smug smile forms on his lips. In the last bite, not only is he smiling, he's looking you in the eyes like a greedy predator.
He takes the last bite, attacking you with a kiss. He's been standing still the whole game, so when he does that you almost get a jump scare. Just like felines preparing to attack.
But he doesn't just attack you with the kiss. At the same time he puts his hands on your waist and makes you lie underneath him.
He breaks the kiss for a moment and looks at you to see your reaction with the most smug smile on his face. โ€œAs if this wasn't why you asked me to play with you. Now deal with the consequences.โ€
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Jack doesn't know what game it is, but maybe he's heard the name somewhere. You'll have to explain it to him.
โ€œOkay, it sounds like a simple game. And... You want to play it with me?โ€ He says rubbing his neck. You say yes and if he wants too. โ€œI... I think I donโ€™t mind.โ€ He says wagging his tail.
If you insist on knowing if he is really sure he wants to play with you, he will stop beating around the bush and tell you bluntly: โ€œYes. Yes, I would like to play it with you.โ€ But blushing a liiittle bit.
You are the first one to put the biscuit stick in your mouth. He will follow you. He'll be flattered the whole game. He's never played a game so... intense for him.
Whenever your eyes meet, he looks away and his ears lower.
When there's only one bite left he'll stop and let you decide whether you want your lips to meet or not.
If you kiss him, his ears will immediately stand up straight! And if you don't pull away, he will relax, his ears will go back down, and heโ€™ll deepen the kiss.
And you might be surprised when that shy boy a minute ago, suddenly pulls you close to him by your waist and turns the kiss into a passionate one. His tail wagging like crazy, by the way.
And as suddenly as he brought you closer to him, he will pull away, embarrassed for having let himself be carried away.
He will start apologizing and if you want to keep the flame burning, the best option is to shut him up with another kiss. He will love that.
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A game that involves eating? Sign Ruggie up! A game that involves sharing food? โ€œHum... In that case I should have something else for the halves I let you eat.โ€ He bargains with you.
You can try to dissuade him with something like: โ€œBut it's just a silly game. And it's just a biscuit stick.โ€ But he will respond with: โ€œIt could even be a freshly picked dandelion, I don't play with food.โ€ He's telling the truth, but trying to appear playful.
You suggest giving him the entire box if he plays with you once.ย But play the game the way it should be played, not finding a way to play around the rules just so he can keep the box. โ€œShye hee hee. Don't worry, I have no reason to do that.โ€
You're the first one to put the biscuit stick in your mouth and wait for Ruggie to start eating the other side.ย But he looked at you and the cookie with a mischievous look, came closer, opened his mouth and... ATE ALMOST THE ENTIRE THING IN ONE BITE! Leaving you just one bite away from placing your lips against his and ending the game. His gaze was cutely mischievous.
If you finish the game and kiss him, he will hold itย for a second just to see if you don't pull away.ย And when he realizes that you are enjoying the kiss, he will grab you by the waist and deepen the kiss. And there is only one way to describe his kiss: Greedy
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Azul doesn't recognize the name of the game, but when you explain it to him he realizes it's a land version of one that exists under the sea. And he'll ask you if he can see the box.
He glances at the front, but then turns it over to see the ingredients list on the back. He's counting the calories, isn't he?ย You try telling him something like, โ€œCome on, it's just a silly game. Just a little biscuit stick.โ€
But to your surprise, he starts talking about how a game can be a brilliant marketing strategy, to wonder if he could incorporate those biscuit stick into a dessert on the Mostro Lounge menu and whether the students would be interested. You ask for his attention again.
โ€œIโ€™mย deeply sorryย for wandering off in thoughts while you were talking to me, but I heard everything you said, don't worry.ย And since you just gave me an idea for a special new item on the Mostro Lounge menu, the least I can do is accept your invitation to play. That might teach me more about this product. And... that way weโ€™ll be even, correct?โ€ He adjusts his glasses.
His confidence starts to slip as the game starts and he realizes how close your face is to his, and how close it will be by the end of the game.ย He tries his best to remain unmoved and maintain eye contact with you, but he can't stop the blush from appearing on his face.
When there's only one bite left, he stops so you can take the last one and decide whether the kiss happens or not.
If you do, you will feel the tension in his lips, but he will not break the kiss.ย And if you don't do it either, it will start to relax and deepen it. The tension turns into a smile and you feel his hands cupping your face.
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Jade doesn't recognize the name of the game, and asks you if you could explain to him how to play and what it consists of. He recognizes the description as the land version of a game that also exists under the sea.
โ€œAh yes, I believe I understood how this game works.โ€ Then he gives you that deceptive smile he does when his true intentions are suspicious but hard to tell. โ€œAnd you chose me to play it with you? Well, I'm honored. I'm more than eager to partake in this land activity with you of all people.โ€
You are the first one to put the biscuit stick in your mouth.ย Heย follows you with a calm smile. But the eyes, they're focused on yours, intensely.
He follows the instructions you explained at the beginning, imperturbably, as if he were truly just following the rules of a simple game. But that was just what he showed. From the look in his eyes you could tell there was much more behind this behaviour.
He always shows himself so passive that it almost came as a surprise to you when he took the last bite like an attacked to kiss you. But his eyes weren't completely closed, just half closed. As if he was observing you and studying you while enjoying the kiss.
And when you start to deepen the kiss, he pulls away, with a charming and dangerous smirk on his face. โ€œIt seems that we ended the game in a draw. That is not usually a very exciting outcome, is it. Perhaps we should play another round. And perhaps... make up some new rules of our own. Wouldn't that be interesting?โ€
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Floyd doesn't recognize the game by the name you said, but if your description makes it seem fun in some way, he'll agree to play with you. The problem is that it seems boring to him. It's just eating a cookie. What's so special about that?
You decide to reveal to him that the real reason people play it is to get a kiss from their crush at the end.ย This makes him smile mischievously. โ€œAaaah~ So that's why you want to play with me, isn't it Koebi-chan~?โ€ The smile becomes cute. โ€œAnd what is my reward if I play?โ€
You say if he doesn't want to kiss you he can just not play. And he sulks. โ€œEhh? That's not what I said. I want to know what I gain by playing.โ€ He smirks. โ€œBecause I don't need to play to get a kiss, do I?โ€ He pauses for a moment to appreciate your reaction. His cute smile returns. โ€œAh! I know, why don't you give me the box of biscuit stick as payment?โ€ And then he says in that deep voice through the sinister smile. โ€œYou're not going to play with anyone else, are you?โ€
If you accept he'll be like โ€˜YAY. Let's play then! :3โ€™. You are the one who puts the biscuit stick in the mouth first and he follows with a relaxed look and smile. He follows the rules like you said, but it seems like he's more focused on you than the stick, as if he was amused watching your movements and reactions.
He leaves the last bite for you, watching youย with mischievous eyes and anย amused smile.ย If you take the last bite and kiss him, he won't move, not even return the kiss, to see how long you can hold out like that.
When you break the kiss disappointed he will sayย with a smirk:ย โ€œAww, Why so sad? Wasn't it the win you wanted? I told you the game was boring.โ€ He takes the box from your hand, and he wraps an arm around you to pull you close to him. โ€œNow if you still want to make out, you should just do it you know? I'm in the mood so don't waste it.โ€
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Kalim doesn't know what game it is but he accepts any invitation to play anything. He's like: โ€œOf course I'll play with you! Hum... what game is that again?โ€ And after you explain he will say with his big enthusiastic smile: โ€œSounds fun! I know I can't accept food from other people, but it's you, even Jamil says it's okay accepting things from you. So how do we start?โ€
You are the one who puts the biscuit stick in your mouth and points it to the other end for Kalim to bite.ย He does so with a cute, innocent smile.
He seems to be having fun playing.ย When there is only one bite left to finish the game, it is his turn, and he ends the game giving you an extremely loving kiss. Like a smooch.
He breaks the kiss with a huge happy smile on his face. โ€œHa ha! This is fun! Can we play again?โ€
He will make you play with him until the box is empty.ย And when he asks to play again and you say that the cookies are gone, he will say: โ€œOw, I was having so much fun. You too? That's great! We should buy more. I'll pay for all of them.โ€
When you go to the Mystery Shop to buy more and Kalim discovers that there are several flavours, he will buy ALL OF THEM! All of the ones that Sam has? Yes, because Sam, somehow and at that moment, has ALL OF THEM THAT EXIST!
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Jamil knows the game because he's heard of it, If not from schoolmates, then from his sister or something. โ€œIsn't that the game where two people eat a biscuit stick to kiss at the end?โ€ He says this with a neutral face, but then he makes that smug face, with one eyebrow raised. โ€œAnd you want to play it with me? *chuckle* Fine. I don't see why not. I just have one question: Will you allow me to finish the game however I want?โ€
You say that as long as you follow the basic rules, he can end the game however he wants. โ€œIn that case, don't forget that you were the one who allowed it.โ€ He says.
You put the biscuit stick in your mouth, but before he bites the other side, he puts a finger on your chin to tilt it a little and only then bites the biscuit stick.
He plays the whole game with that cocky smile. This is one of those rare moments where he lets his cheeky side show.
When there's only one bite left, he lets you decide how the game ends. The moment you touch your lips to his he will grab you and pull you towards him to deepen the kiss in the blink of an eye. Like a snake biting its prey in a single moment.
And then, he breaks the kiss, licking his lips, and still with his arms around your waist. โ€œYou're the one who said I could end it however I wanted as long as I followed the rules.โ€ He says with a smirk and brings his lips closer to your ear. โ€œI hope you haven't regret it.โ€
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Yes, Vil knows this game. There was a time when it became very popular and he usually keeps up with those trends. Especially because sometimes they are incorporated into teen shows. โ€œIf I ever participated in one of those scene? No. No offence to the genre but I prefer to participate in films and genres that are less... melodramatic. That and IF I were cast in one of those shows there would be little chance of me getting the love interest role. I am perfectly aware that Iโ€™m more of a โ€˜mean girlโ€™ย type.โ€ He says with a certain pride in both his voice and his face.
โ€œAnd you want to play it with me?โ€ He smirks charmingly. โ€œMy dear, you and probably all my fans. I hope you know that if I accept, firstly what a privilege and honor it is, and secondly, that this must remain between us. *chuckle* Well, if you understand that, then perhaps I can give you that pleasure.โ€
He lets you be the first to put the biscuit stick in your mouth and extend the other side to him, inviting him to bite. He does so with elegance and as if he were following some kind of etiquette for that game that you didn't even know could exist. That and he even places his index finger and thumb on your chin to adjust your posture while playing.
When there's only one bite left, it's his turn. He closes his eyes and kisses you gently and delicately. He'll stay like that for a second before breaking the kiss, and lovely looking at you with a soft smile.
โ€œI must admit it was more satisfying than I expected. Thank you for inviting me to play. I shall be the one inviting you next time.โ€
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Epel's never heard of that game, mostly because he's never been interested in that kind of stuff. So you explain it to him. But he doesn't quite understand why that would be fun. โ€œSo two people eat a biscuit stick from each side until someone pull away? But what if no one pull away-... wait... Don't tell me the goal is to kiss at the end!?โ€
When you confirm, his surprised expression begins to turn red. โ€œA-and you want to play it... WITH ME?! No, it's not that I don't want to. I mean...! Hum... you just caught me off guard. But... yes, I... would like to play with you too.โ€ He ends up agreeing with a sweet smile.
He starts playing a little shyly, but as you two take bites he starts to see it as a real game and his competitive side gives him confidence. So much so that when the last bite arrives and he takes it, kissing you, he only realizes it too late.
He quickly pulls away, blushing profusely! He stumbles over his words as he apologizes, because at the same time he also remembers that that was the intention of the game.
โ€œEH! Wait! This is what you wanted, isn't it? Why am I apologizing? Oi! Are you laughing at me? Fine! Let's play again!โ€ He gives you that confident smirk. โ€œAnd this time, I'm not pulling away! I'm warning you!โ€
The second time you play he is definitely more confident. And he keeps his word, as soon as you kiss again, he doesn't pull away. His lips start out tense, but they relax as he forgets about the game and enjoys the kiss.
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Of course Rook knows this game! A fun excuse for two lovebirds to kiss? How would he not know something like that? โ€œOh, and would you like me to have the honor of being your playmate? Mais bien sรปr, Trickster! It will be my greatest pleasure.โ€ He smiles enthusiastically.
โ€œMay I have the honours?โ€ He asks, holding out his hand for you to hand him the box. He takes one of the biscuit stick and puts it in his mouth, inviting you to bite the other side and start the game.
He plays with a big โ€œinnocentโ€ smile on his face. But eventually, as your faces get closer, his eyes change to that hunter's gaze.
When there's only one bite left for your lips to meet, he stops and lets you decide whether to take the last bite or pull away, while he fixes his intense gaze on you, observing you. Yes, he likes to hunt, but part of hunting is also setting traps and waiting for the prey to fall into them.
If you finish the game and kiss him, you will feel the smile he already had grow and the kiss becoming sweeter and more passionate.ย His hands cupping your face, him bringing his body closer to yours, and then one of the hands slowly leaving your face to end at your lower back.
When he finally releases your lips, he's looking at you with desire.ย โ€œTrรจs bienย Trickster. Your lips are sweeter than the chocolate in the biscuit stick.โ€ He brings his lips closer to yours again. โ€œAnd now, I so ache to taste that mixture of flavours again. Would you allow me to play this once more with you? There are some sensations I would like to introduce you to, as a token of my gratitude.โ€
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Ooh, Idia knows very well what game you are talking about. Probably for the same reasons that you know it too. โ€œDo you think you're in an Otome game or something?โ€ He mocks you with that smug smile. โ€œAnd even if you wanted to live that fantasy, why me?โ€ he sulks. โ€Do you think I would be the only one to fall for this โ€˜cause of the games I play? That's a bit mean, don't you think? Or did the association of one thing with the other make you feel pity for me? I'm sure any student with good taste would love to play this with you, you don't need to invite me just because no one would do it with me.โ€
You tell him, in the form of a scolding, that you want to play with HIM! Not out of pity, but because you like him. And maybe, just maybe, you expressed it quite bluntly because of the adrenaline of being upset with him at the moment.
โ€œY-y-you like me?! C'mon, why would you?โ€ You two continue to argue until he says something like: โ€œFINE! I'll play with you, but when you lose because you pull away at the first bite, don't blame me.โ€
He's the one who reaches into the box and takes out a biscuit stick to put in his mouth and points the other end at you with an almost annoyed look on his face. Which looks more like a pout.
You take a bite, he takes another and so on. As your faces get closer, to your surprise, he seems to become more confident. Do you really want to play? He'll show you how a game is won! The heat of competitiveness escalates because of the dangerous mix of stubbornness of the two involved.
When there's only one bite left, it's his turn, and he's already so heated up by the game that he finishes it as if he were making the final strick. Turning your kiss into a surprisingly passionate attack.
But only for a second, until he opened his eyes in disbelief and immediately pulled away with his hair bursting pink, and the paleness of his face contrasting with his blush.
โ€œI-I-I warned you!โ€ He sees you smiling, and his smugness strikes with full force. โ€œOh! So you weren't just baiting, you really wanted it. Fine then. Next round! And this time I'm not going to chicken out in victory, you hear?โ€
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Malleus is already beaming with joy that you invited him to something. The fact that it's a game only makes him even more excited. Even though he has no idea what game that is. You just explain the rules, that two people eat the same biscuit stick until someone pulls away and that person loses.
โ€œI see. It seems like a simple game to play. But what happens if neither player pulls away?โ€ You decide to respond with: โ€˜Why don't we play to find out?โ€™ He laughs ans smirks. โ€œFearless as ever, Child of Man. Are you truly not concerned about what might happen if you withhold information from me? Fu fu. Very well. We shall see how our game ends.โ€
You put the biscuit stick in your mouth and point the other side at him for him to bite. He does it with a loving smile, and tries to take bites the same size as yours. He doesn't want to cheat without knowing it.
When there's only one bite left to finish, he stops, not knowing what to do. So you're the one who ends the game and kisses him.
He is surprised, but doesn't break the kiss, instead he maintains it and deepens it. He carefully puts his arms around you to bring you even closer to him. And then brings one of his hands to your cheek. You can feel him controlling his strength to make sure he doesn't hurt you, even though he wants to hug you tighter.
He breaks the kiss unexpectedly. โ€œI am not hurting you, am I?โ€ He asks slightly concerned. โ€œI am learning to control my strength, but I am afraid I might run the risk of burning you with my breathe.โ€ You say you weren't feeling hot at all, or at least not that kind. โ€œThat is other of my concerns. I may not hurt you at first, but if I let myself be carried away... I am not aware if the same thing happens to you, I hope so, but I feel the need to show you through actions like this how much I'm in love with you and that could be...โ€
You tell him that just as he learned to control his strength, he can learn to moderate other things. And perhaps the best way to do that is to continue training with you, little by little. Maybe with another round of that game?
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Silver doesn't know this game, but if youโ€™re willing to explain it to him he will be happy to play with you. You explain the rules except the part about what happens if neither player pulls away. But Silver doesn't remember to ask either and you start the game as soon as he understands the basic rules.
You put the biscuit stick in your mouth and point to the other end for him to bite. He does so and plays as you had explained to him, taking a bite whenever it is his turn. His expression remains the same throughout the game... as always.
When there is only one bite left he stops, confused about what he should do and looks at you, or rather, into your eyes, looking for a hint or something like that. And you decide to be the one to end the game and kiss him.
He is surprised, but does not pull away. He just stays like that the whole time you do. Even though his lips are relaxed, it's as if he simply accepts it and does you the favor of staying there.
You're the one who has to break the kiss, probably disappointed that it seems like he didn't reciprocate.
โ€œWhat's wrong?โ€ He asks, with the same neutral face as always. โ€œYou look sad. Did I do something wrong while playing?โ€ You explain to him, in your own way, that it seemed like the kiss was nothing to him, but he didn't pull away either, so you were confused.
โ€œI failed to express myself again.โ€ He says, now with a slightly disappointed expression. โ€œI'm sorry. I... really enjoyed it.โ€ He smiles for a second and then goes back to being disappointed with himself. โ€œBut I didn't know what to do, so I just... let you lead, I think. I understand now that I should have taken some kind of initiative. We could play again if you could give me a second chance? Would you be willing to tutor me in how to express myself to you through a kiss?โ€ He smiles at you again. โ€œI would be very grateful.โ€
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Sebek doesn't even know what game you're talking about and he's already complaining about you wanting to play a silly game with him. But fine, he lets you at least explain the game and the rules.
โ€œJust as I thought, a foolish human game. And it is not even productive as a sport to train the body or an intellectual one to train the brain. Why would I waste something as precious as time playing something like that with you? The game is simply two people eating a biscuit to see who can finish it the fastest. FOOLISH!โ€
You opened your mouth to correct him and say that that wasn't really the goal, but thinking about it, maybe it was a fun way to convince him to play. So you choose to insinuate that he is so slow at eating that he wouldn't be able to beat a mere human in such a competition.
โ€œWHAT?! You believe you're up to my standards in any kind of physical competition? HA! That's what we're going to see, human.โ€ He says smugly. โ€œPass me one of those biscuit stick, if you please.โ€
He's the first one to put the biscuit in his mouth, and he even crosses his arms looking at you with a defiant and cocky look.
You start playing, and quickly, without him noticing in time, he kisses you. But only for like half a second before pulling away in the blink of an eye. โ€œAH! YOU DECEIVED ME!โ€ He says with a serious and offended look but a blush on his face. โ€œThis is not a game, it's a trap! AND I FELL FOR IT!โ€
You ask if he didn't like it, and his blush only deepens. โ€œTh-those weren't my words! Do not distort my speech!โ€ So you ask, with a smirk, if he would play with you one more time. โ€œVery well! We shall play again.โ€ He smirks too. โ€œ And this time I will not pull away! Be warned, human!โ€
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As incredible as it may seem, Lilia doesn't know this game well, but he has heard of it. This is a recent thing for very young people, and as that phase of his life had already passed and Silver was never interested in those things, he ended up never having the opportunity to get to know the game.
You see his eyes light up with amusement and interest as you explain the game. โ€œKhee hee hee, sounds like a simple but fun game.โ€ Then, he smirk with a sly look. โ€œI wonder what happens if neither of us pulls away. I assume you were inviting me to play because you are also interested in finding out? Fu fu. Let's play then. Will you do the honours?โ€
You put the biscuit stick in your mouth and Lilia bites the other side. He plays with a cute expression rather than a smug one, probably to make you more comfortable and confident playing. His red gaze can be too penetrating, at least for the first round of the game.
When there is only one bite left to finish, he stops, even if itโ€™s his turn. He wants you to be the one to decide how the game ends.
You take the last bite and kiss him. And now you can feel from his lips that his cute expression has given way to smugness again. He cups your face and deepens the kiss. He is surprisingly (or not) very skilful, so much so that if the kiss were a dance he would certainly be the one guiding it.
And he's the one who breaks the kiss, gently, and gives you a cute smile. โ€œI know I'm irresistible, but let us save some energy for the next rounds, shall we? How many biscuit stick are in the box?โ€
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And I Pick...
In which you choose the club that caught your eye
Part 1
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After much contemplation you've finally decided to pick the:
Basketball Club
The basketball court was quiet for all of two seconds after you announced your decision.
Then Ace exploded.
"HA! I knew youโ€™d pick us! I called it!" He was practically doing laps around the court, pointing at nothing in particular. "Ace Trappola: the ultimate recruiter, the club MVP, and now the guy who brought you on board! This is the best day of my life!"
"Eh, itโ€™s about time," Floyd drawled, stretching lazily. "Took ya long enough to figure out where the fun is." His sharp-toothed grin widened. "Now we can play my version of full-contact basketball. Hehehe."
"Absolutely not," Jamil cut in, but Floyd wasnโ€™t listening.
"Donโ€™t worry," Floyd said, throwing an arm around your shoulders like youโ€™d been lifelong teammates. "If you survive the first practice, youโ€™ll survive all the practices. Probably."
Ace jogged back over, breathless but triumphant. "I told you weโ€™re the best club! No boring rules, no endless laps like in Deuce's lame track team, and best of allโ€”" He struck a dramatic pose, arms wide. "You get to hang out with me every day!"
"Please donโ€™t make them quit on the first week," Jamil muttered, giving you a look that seemed to say, Are you sure about this?
"Quit? Nahhh!" Ace grinned. "Theyโ€™re gonna thrive here. Iโ€™ll even teach them my signature movesโ€”like my no-look, backwards, mid-air layup."
"You canโ€™t even do that," Jamil said flatly.
"Not yet," Ace shot back. "But itโ€™s the thought that counts."
Floyd leaned in closer, his grin somehow growing wider. "You better keep up, shrimpy. Otherwise, I might have toโ€ฆ spice things up a little."
"Spice things up?" you echoed, immediately suspicious.
"He means doing things like replacing the basketballs with watermelons," Jamil deadpanned.
Ace snorted. "Or throwing the ball at the hoop so hard it breaks the backboard. Oh wait, that actually happened. Twice."
"It was fun," Floyd said, completely unrepentant.
Jamil sighed like a man whoโ€™d aged a decade in the last five minutes. But then, to your surprise, he turned to you and offered a small, genuine smile. "Stillโ€ฆ Iโ€™m glad youโ€™re here. Welcome to the team."
The words were simple, but coming from Jamil, they felt like a warm endorsement.
Ace clapped his hands together, clearly ready to move things along. "Alright, enough talking! Letโ€™s get you on the court and see what youโ€™ve got!"
"Or we could start slow," Jamil suggested, but Ace was already dragging you toward the center of the court, Floyd trailing behind with a basketball under one arm.
"Donโ€™t worry," Floyd said, tossing the ball up and catching it effortlessly. "If ya mess up, weโ€™ll just laugh at ya a little. No big deal~."
"No oneโ€™s laughing at anyone," Jamil said firmly, already pinching the bridge of his nose.
Ace threw an arm around your shoulder, grinning from ear to ear. "Ignore him. Weโ€™re gonna have a blast! First practice starts now!"
You werenโ€™t sure what youโ€™d gotten yourself into, but judging by their enthusiasm (and Floydโ€™s maniacal laughter), you were in for one chaotic ride.
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Track and Field Club
The moment you declared your allegiance to the track and field club, Deuceโ€™s face lit up like someone had just told him he passed his midterms.
โ€œYouโ€™reโ€ฆ really joining?โ€ he asked, like he needed double confirmation. When you nodded, his grin widened, the kind that made him look both relieved and excited. โ€œThatโ€™s awesome! Uhโ€”welcome to the team! Seriously, itโ€™s great to have you.โ€ His usual earnestness shone through, and he scratched the back of his neck. โ€œI mean, Iโ€™m still kind of learning the ropes, but we can figure things out together. Itโ€™s gonna be great!โ€
Jack, standing beside him, gave a firm nod of approval. โ€œGood call. Track and fieldโ€™s a solid choice. Youโ€™ll fit right in.โ€ His tail wagged just enough to betray how happy he was, even if his tone stayed calm.
"Yeah!" Deuce agreed. โ€œAnd, uh, donโ€™t worry about keeping up or anything. Itโ€™s all about improving at your own pace. Right, Jack?โ€
โ€œSure,โ€ Jack replied, glancing at you. Then he added, almost casually, โ€œWeโ€™ll work on your stamina. Youโ€™re gonna need it.โ€
It took you a second to catch the faint glint in his eye, and then you rememberedโ€”oh no, the fridge comment. Jack had been disturbed ever since.
Deuce, oblivious to the subtext, chimed in, โ€œYeah, Jackโ€™s great at that stuff! Heโ€™s got this crazy endurance. Like, he can run forever. Iโ€™m still working on it, but, uh, youโ€™re in good hands!โ€
Jackโ€™s tail swished again. โ€œJust be ready to push yourself. But donโ€™t worryโ€”weโ€™ve got your back.โ€
โ€œExactly!โ€ Deuce said, his fists clenching like he was ready to run a marathon right there. โ€œThis is gonna be awesome. I mean, not that it wasnโ€™t already great, but now itโ€™s even better. Right, Jack?โ€
Jack gave a small, satisfied smile. โ€œRight.โ€
As they led you toward the field, you couldnโ€™t help but wonder what youโ€™d just signed up for. One thing was certain, thoughโ€”Jackโ€™s still thinking about that fridge, and he will make sure itโ€™s not an issue anymore.
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Board Game Club
The moment you declared your allegiance to the board game club, Azul adjusted his glasses, looking smugly pleased with himself, like he'd just negotiated the deal of the century.
"An excellent decision," he said, his voice as smooth as the perfectly polished board games stacked behind him. "With your addition to our club, I foresee a new golden age of strategic victories."
Idia, sitting half-hidden behind a pile of unopened game boxes, choked on his energy drink. "W-Wait, youโ€™re serious? They actually chose us?" His hair flared a brilliant shade of pink for a moment before he pulled his hoodie tighter around himself. "Th-this isnโ€™t some prank, right? Like, Iโ€™m not gonna look up and see them bolting out the door laughing, right?"
"Nope," you replied with a grin. "Iโ€™m all in."
Ortho, ever the enthusiastic hype man, zipped into the room with his jet thrusters. "Welcome to the club! Now we have a full party for dungeon raids. This is amazing!"
Azul cleared his throat, waving a hand. "Ahem, while cooperative RPGs are certainly an option, I believe we should start with a game of strategy and wit to introduce them properly. Perhaps a round of Chess of Betrayal?"
Idia groaned, sinking further into his hoodie. "Ugh, that game takes, like, three hours. If youโ€™re gonna scare them away, at least wait until theyโ€™re too deep in to quit. Why donโ€™t we start with something easy, like Goblin King Gauntlet?"
Ortho clapped his hands. "Ooh, I love that one! It has a random trap mechanic! Letโ€™s play that!"
Azul raised an eyebrow, his smile shark-like. "Trap mechanics are hardly a proper welcome. It would be far better to demonstrate the finer nuances of strategy, wouldnโ€™t you agree?"
Idia muttered something about Azul turning everything into a power play, but you interrupted before they could spiral into a full-blown debate. "Honestly, Iโ€™m fine with anything. Just deal me in."
Azulโ€™s smirk widened. "Very well, then. I shall prepare the game board. And donโ€™t worry, Iโ€™ll make certain youโ€™re fully equipped for our upcoming campaigns. Youโ€™ll find we offer more than just funโ€”we offer victory."
Idia peeked out from his hoodie, a small, hopeful smile creeping onto his face. "Youโ€™re not bad at this whole club thing. Maybe this wonโ€™t be so terrible."
As they started setting up the game, you felt an unexpected warmth. Sure, it was just a board game club, but there was something endearing about their chaotic enthusiasm.
Though one thing was clearโ€”Azul would probably try to sell you game tokens at some point, and Idia would absolutely try to teach you how to min-max your dice rolls.
But hey, you were ready for it.
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Film Studies Club
When you announced your decision to join the film studies club, Vil paused mid-sip of his herbal tea, one elegantly arched eyebrow rising. For a moment, he looked like he was considering whether he had heard you correctly. Then, with a practiced air of nonchalance, he set the teacup down.
"Hm. Acceptable," he said coolly, though his tone betrayed a slight uptick of satisfaction. "Itโ€™s rare to find someone with enough taste to appreciate the art of cinema. I suppose your presence will beโ€ฆ useful."
But the slight curl of his lips gave him away.
He stood, brushing imaginary dust from his coat, and gave you an appraising look. "We have much to discuss. If youโ€™re serious about this, youโ€™ll need to commit entirelyโ€”no half-measures, no excuses. The camera is unforgiving, and I have no intention of allowing this club to falter under subpar contributions."
You opened your mouth to respond, but he was already pacing, gesturing dramatically like the star of an avant-garde production. "Lighting, blocking, compositionโ€”they are all integral to creating art, not merely entertainment. I trust you wonโ€™t embarrass yourself, or me, for that matter."
Despite his words, you caught the faintest hint of pride in his gaze as he turned to face you fully. "And, if for some reason, acting isnโ€™t your strength, there are other roles. Cinematography, set design, editingโ€ฆ Perhaps backstage work would suit you, should you fail the audition."
He didnโ€™t say it to be harsh; this was Vilโ€™s version of encouragement. And as he continued outlining the clubโ€™s visionโ€”"a modern renaissance in storytelling"โ€”you realized he was genuinely excited to have you there, even if heโ€™d rather gargle poison than openly admit it.
Finally, he stopped and gave you a small, approving nod. "Welcome to the film studies club. Donโ€™t make me regret this."
Translation: Iโ€™m glad youโ€™re here.
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Science Club
The moment you announced your decision to join the science club, Rookโ€™s eyes lit up like youโ€™d just declared him the ruler of the universe.
"Ah, mon ami! What a magnifique choice!" he exclaimed, sweeping you into a theatrical bow so deep you thought he might topple over. "You possess the soul of an explorer, a true seeker of knowledge! Together, we shall unlock the mysteries of nature and celebrate its beauty in all its forms!"
"Uhโ€ฆ donโ€™t scare them off, Rook," Trey interjected, though he was smiling. He adjusted his apron, clearly relieved that you hadnโ€™t bolted under Rookโ€™s enthusiastic greeting. "Weโ€™re glad to have you. Really. Itโ€™s nice to have someone else around who wonโ€™t accidentally set the lab on fire."
You raised an eyebrow. "Thatโ€™s a low bar."
Trey shrugged. "Youโ€™d be surprised how many fail to meet it."
Before you could respond, Rook was already spinning grand plans. "Imagine the adventures we will have! Scaling mountains, crafting elixirs, nurturing delicate blossomsโ€”ah, the poetry of science!" He clasped his hands to his chest, radiating so much joy that you were worried heโ€™d break into song.
Trey, ever the grounded one, sighed fondly. "What he means is: we do a little bit of everything. Growing plants, chemistry experiments, cookingโ€”youโ€™ll fit right in. Assuming Rook doesnโ€™t scare you off first."
Rook turned to Trey with an exaggerated gasp, as if the very suggestion of him being overwhelming was the greatest insult heโ€™d ever received. "Chevalier des Roses, how could you wound me so?" He turned back to you with a theatrical flourish. "Fear not! I shall be your guide, your companion, yourโ€”"
"Assistant," Trey cut in, giving you a knowing look. "We'll assist you. Donโ€™t let him take over your projects."
You grinned, feeling oddly at home already. Between Rookโ€™s boundless enthusiasm and Treyโ€™s steadying presence, you realized the science club might just be the perfect balance of chaos and calm.
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Pop Music Club
When you announced your decision to join the Pop Music Club, Lilia was the first to react. He shot up from his chair with a dramatic flourish, his capeโ€”where did the cape come from?โ€”billowing as if on cue.
"Ah, an excellent choice! Welcome to the most electrifying club in the entire school!" Lilia declared, his voice reverberating like an arena announcer. He played an imaginary riff on an air guitar, complete with sound effects that you were almost certain were magically amplified.
Kalim clapped his hands, beaming as brightly as the sun. "This is going to be so much fun! We can sing duets, make up dances, throw a party for every new song we writeโ€”oh! We should have a welcome party for you right now!" He was already halfway to grabbing balloons out of thin air before Cater stopped him.
"Easy there, Kalim," Cater said with a laugh, pulling out his phone to snap a picture. "We havenโ€™t even started jamming yet! Gotta document this firstโ€”โ€˜New Member Alert ๐Ÿšจ๐ŸŽถ! Welcome to the coolest club at NRC!โ€™โ€ He posed next to you, flipping through filters. "Ooh, should we do a pastel vibe or go all-out neon?"
"Why not both?" Lilia suggested, somehow holding a tambourine he hadnโ€™t been holding two seconds ago. He shook it with gusto, the jingles creating an impromptu beat.
Kalim joined in instantly, dancing around the room with energy that could probably power a small city. "This is going to be amazing! Do you play any instruments? Can you sing? Or maybe youโ€™ll write the songs? Wait, can you do all three?!"
Before you could answer, Lilia leaned in with a conspiratorial grin. "Donโ€™t worry, even if youโ€™re terrible, I can teach you. After all, Iโ€™ve had centuries of experience."
"Centuries of experience at what exactly?" you asked, though you werenโ€™t entirely sure you wanted the answer.
"Everything," Lilia replied cryptically, shaking the tambourine once more for emphasis.
Cater gave you a wink. "Donโ€™t let him intimidate you. Heโ€™s mostly harmless. Mostly."
As the chaos swirled around you, you realized joining the Pop Music Club was probably going to be as much about managing everyoneโ€™s energy as it was about making music.
But looking at their genuine excitement, you couldnโ€™t help but feel youโ€™d made the right choice. It was going to be loud, unpredictable, andโ€”most importantlyโ€”a lot of fun.
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Equestrian Club
When you chose the Equestrian Club, Riddleโ€™s reaction was immediate and deeply Riddle. He straightened his posture, cleared his throat, and gave you a small but dignified nod, though his ears turned the faintest shade of pink.
โ€œA wise decision,โ€ he said primly, but his voice wavered just enough to give away his excitement. โ€œThe Equestrian Club values discipline and care, and I trust you will uphold those values. Welcome.โ€ He paused, then added with uncharacteristic softness, โ€œIโ€™m glad you chose us.โ€
Sebek, on the other hand, reacted with his usual intensity, which was to say, very loudly.
โ€œAS EXPECTED OF SOMEONE WITH DISCERNING TASTE!โ€ Sebek bellowed, saluting for no discernible reason. โ€œTHE EQUESTRIAN CLUB IS A PLACE OF HONOR AND DILIGENCE. YOU HAVE MADE THE RIGHT CHOICE, AND I, SEBEK ZIGVOLT, SHALL PERSONALLY ENSURE YOU MEET OUR HIGH STANDARDS!โ€
โ€œYouโ€™re going to scare the horses,โ€ Silver muttered, patting a dozing mare who didnโ€™t even flinch at Sebekโ€™s volume. Clearly, sheโ€™d built up an immunity.
Silver turned to you with a sleepy but genuine smile. โ€œWelcome. Itโ€™ll be nice having another person around who actually seems calm. Iโ€™ll show you the best places to ride, and weโ€™ll make sure youโ€™re comfortable with the horses.โ€
โ€œAnd with the rules,โ€ Riddle interjected, already retrieving a stack of laminated pages. โ€œEquestrian care is not something to take lightly. Youโ€™ll need to memorize these guidelines to ensure both your safety and that of the horses.โ€
Sebek leaned over your shoulder to inspect the stack and immediately saluted again. โ€œAN EXCELLENT INITIATIVE, HOUSEWARDEN ROSEHEARTS! I, TOO, WILL MEMORIZE THESE IN CASE THEY EVER REQUIRE REINFORCEMENT!โ€
โ€œI think theyโ€™re fine,โ€ Silver said. โ€œWe donโ€™t need to make this harder than it needs to be.โ€
Riddle frowned. โ€œStandards exist for a reason, Silver. Though I appreciate your enthusiasm, perhaps we canโ€”Sebek, stop shoutingโ€”perhaps we can go over the basics first before overwhelming them.โ€
As Riddle and Sebek debated, Silver handed you a carrot to feed one of the horses. โ€œDonโ€™t worry,โ€ he said, as the horse happily munched away. โ€œItโ€™s not as intense as it seems. Usually.โ€
You glanced at the stack of rules in Riddleโ€™s hand and the fervent look in Sebekโ€™s eyes. It was definitely going to be an adjustment. But seeing how genuinely happy they all were to have youโ€”yes, even Sebekโ€”you felt like this would be worth it.
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Magift Club
When you announced your decision to join the Magift Club as their manager, the reaction was instantaneous andโ€ฆ surprisingly chaotic.
Ruggie let out a whoop, immediately dropping to the floor in a mock bow. "Ayo, everyone, bow to the boss! Finally, someone who can keep this circus in line!"
Leona, lounging on the sidelines, cracked open an eye and smirked. โ€œโ€™Bout time. Herbivores usually flake out, but I knew you were better than the rest.โ€ He stretched lazily, like heโ€™d personally orchestrated your decision. โ€œJust keep the snacks coming, and weโ€™ll get along fine.โ€
Epel looked between them and grinned, his enthusiasm much more grounded. โ€œItโ€™s great to have ya! With you around, maybe Leona will actually show up to warmups... or not just sleep through it.โ€ He shot a pointed glance at their captain, who was, of course, ignoring him entirely.
โ€œEh,โ€ Leona drawled, flicking his tail dismissively.
โ€œYou could work on that attitude,โ€ you muttered, earning a low chuckle from him.
โ€œSee, I told you theyโ€™d fit right in!โ€ Ruggie said, gesturing at you dramatically. โ€œTheyโ€™re already roasting him. This is gonna be great!โ€
Epel, suddenly inspired, added, โ€œAnd theyโ€™ll keep Ruggie from stealing the fresh apple juice we get after games. Thatโ€™s worth it alone.โ€
As the reality of your new role settled in, you felt a bit like a lion tamer walking into a den of mischievous cubs and one very lazy big cat. But their enthusiasmโ€”expressed in their own peculiar waysโ€”was endearing.
Ruggie threw an arm around your shoulder. โ€œAlright, boss, first order of business: snacks! Letโ€™s discuss our game day budget and whether I can convince you to sneak me a sandwich before practice.โ€
Leona snorted but didnโ€™t argue, which you took as a sign of approval. Epel pumped his fist. โ€œWeโ€™re gonna crush it this year!โ€
Maybe managing this bunch wouldnโ€™t be so bad after all. If nothing else, itโ€™d definitely be entertaining.
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Mountain Lovers Club
When you joined Jade for a hike to "test the waters" of the Mountain Lovers Club, you had your doubts. You were prepared for a lot of thingsโ€”maybe getting lost in the wilderness, maybe Jade pulling out his eerie cryptid knowledge, or maybe just a weirdly formal lecture about moss. What you werenโ€™t prepared for wasโ€ฆ actually enjoying yourself.
Jade led the way with an unhurried confidence, pointing out various wild plants, their uses, and fun facts about the environment. He wasnโ€™t his usual enigmatic self, either. He seemed lighter, almost enthusiastic, as he described a tiny wildflower you wouldโ€™ve missed entirely.
โ€œThis particular species only blooms during the autumn months,โ€ he said, crouching to show you. โ€œQuite fascinating how it adapts to the cooler temperatures, donโ€™t you think?โ€
You nodded, trying not to stare too hard at how his face lit up when he spoke. Jade wasโ€ฆ cute? When he wasnโ€™t talking about mushrooms in a way that made you question your mortality, he was actually kind of charming.
By the time you reached a rocky outcrop with a gorgeous view of the campus, you realized youโ€™d been smiling for most of the hike. Jade noticed too.
โ€œIt seems Iโ€™ve made a decent impression,โ€ he said, turning toward you with a soft grin. โ€œIโ€™m pleased to see you enjoying yourself.โ€
โ€œItโ€™sโ€ฆ relaxing,โ€ you admitted, surprising even yourself. โ€œI didnโ€™t think itโ€™d be this fun.โ€
Jade tilted his head. โ€œDoes that mean youโ€™d consider joining the Mountain Lovers Club?โ€
You hesitated for a moment, but as you looked at the breathtaking view and the rare, genuine smile on his face, the answer came easily. โ€œYeah. Iโ€™ll join.โ€
For a split second, Jadeโ€™s eyes widened in surprise, but he quickly schooled his expression into his usual composed smile. โ€œWonderful. I must say, I wasnโ€™t expecting this outcome, but Iโ€™m glad. Itโ€™s not every day someone sees the beauty in what I love.โ€
There was an odd warmth in his voice that made your heart skip a beat. As he turned to lead the way back, he added, โ€œNow that weโ€™re a team, I look forward to our next adventure.โ€
Jade Leech was genuinely happy. And, you realized, so were you.
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Gargoyle Research Society
When you told Malleus you were joining the Gargoyle Research Society, his reaction was almost imperceptible at first. A slight widening of his eyes, a pause as though he was waiting to see if you were serious, and thenโ€”pure, unfiltered delight.
"You have an interest in gargoyles?" he asked, his voice both surprised and reverent, as if you'd just confessed to enjoying a rare and ancient art form.
You nodded. "Yeah. I think they're fascinating. The designs, the historyโ€ฆ Theyโ€™re like stone guardians with stories etched into them."
For a moment, Malleus simply looked at you, his emerald eyes shimmering like the light of distant stars. Then, as if unable to contain his joy, he smiledโ€”a soft, genuine expression that sent a wave of warmth through the chilly Ramshackle evening.
"This pleases me greatly," he said, his tone unusually light. โ€œNot many share my appreciation for gargoyles. Often, I speak of them, and othersโ€ฆ how do I put it? Pretend to listen.โ€
โ€œWell, Iโ€™m definitely not pretending,โ€ you said, grinning. โ€œIโ€™m in for real.โ€
Malleus clasped his hands together in what could only be described as regal excitement. "Then I must share something with you. Sometimes, I create gargoyles myself."
โ€œYou what?โ€ you asked, laughing in delight.
โ€œYes,โ€ he replied earnestly, his eyes alight. โ€œCarving stone requires patience, but there is a certain satisfaction in breathing life into something lifeless. Well, not literal life, of course, but a soul of sorts.โ€
You couldnโ€™t help but laugh again, the image of Malleus with a chisel and hammer popping into your head. โ€œI never would have guessed. Thatโ€™sโ€ฆ really cool.โ€
โ€œI can show you some of my creations, if youโ€™d like,โ€ he offered, almost shyly.
โ€œIโ€™d love that,โ€ you said, genuinely glad to have joined him. โ€œI think Iโ€™m going to enjoy this club.โ€
The glow in his expression was impossible to miss. It wasnโ€™t just that you had joined his clubโ€”it was that, for once, someone truly shared his passion. โ€œAnd I am glad to have you,โ€ he said softly.
In that moment, under the watchful eyes of the stone guardians scattered around campus, it felt like you had chosen exactly the right place.
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tags: @techno-danger
a/n: it completely slipped my mind that ortho is a part of film studies sorry :(
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