#kartain

[ahomeganeyatsu]

Happy WIP Wednesday~

Kayden is sure of this because the moment he'd felt Kartain's familiar presence, his omega had sung perked up. The pleasantness in chest, the thought of Kartain's scent spread out in the house—covering him and Jiwoo—

He is not happy. Delighted. To have the alpha back.

But the instinct to scent him the moment he stepped into the threshold was too strong. And before he knew it, he's right in front of Kartain.

"Kayden," he greets, surprised to find the other man receiving him at the door.

"Kartain," Kayden greets back. His words having a hint of a growl, directed at himself more than the alpha. This gets him a raised brow and Kayden scowls (not a pout, fuck what Kartain says).

He notices the alpha take a whiff of the air, and eyes widening at what Kayden knows is his pheromones broadcasting happyalphaherecomehappymissyou. He wills the heat on his face to die.

Another sneak peek related to this post. The fic has gotten longer than what I had initially set out to write.

[camrinthefox]

Jus made a lil comic even tho its not that good :D

So basically Cho, the girl in the drawing, has just got chosen as a host for Skye, the purple thing, an she has to get used to it :)

[22ayla19]

Teasing Kartein is Kayden's favorite activity, which you decided to kindly borrow. After that, Kartein regretted introducing you to Kayden.

You are an extraordinary person in yourself with an unruly character, which annoyed Kartein very much, and your jokes made him even more angry, but after a while he got so used to them that when you were calm, it seemed to Kartein that this was either the calm before the storm, or you had something it happened on the psychological front.

But let's go back to the present time, where you woke up in the morning and are trying to figure out what kind of situation you got into. To be more precise, to lie on the bare floor of the blanket, and next to the same naked Kartain slept.

“It seems like I didn’t drink yesterday, but I don’t know how I ended up in such a situation...”

[Last night]

Since you are Kartein's personal assistant, it is clear that you live in his residence. Perhaps it was confusing at first, but over time I got used to it.

The clock showed 09:00 pm. You were already going to sleep after taking a shower. You wrapped myself in a towel and was about to dry my hair when I heard a voice behind me.

- You would get dressed, at least for the sake of decency. There's no need to walk around here naked.

- You're a doctor, and you know all the charms of female anatomy, why do you react so much to a naked body?

- Maybe my specialty is not female anatomy after all?

- Or are you just shy?~

Pretending that you were supposedly taking off your towel, you could see how Kartein blushed very much from this and twitched. The next thing that was heard in the room was your loud laughter.

- Ah-ah-ah! Blushed like a virgin during puberty! - and again loud laughter throughout the room.

This time Kartein blushed with anger, but certainly not from embarrassment.

[Present]

Yeah, calling him a virgin during puberty was not the best idea, because he then proved the opposite to you all night. And the main thing in this whole situation is that you don't actually have any feelings for each other, at least that's what you thought.

- Good morning, sleeping beauty ~

While you remembered yesterday's events, Kartein managed to wake up and laugh about the whole situation.

- Well, you have a kind one, but I don't. My whole body is aching after last night ...

- And there was nothing to call me a virgin yesterday, maybe then I would have been more gentle ~

- It's hard to believe ...

An awkward silence has fallen over you. It seemed like both wanted to say something, but no one knew how to start this conversation. After all, you were braver than him and started a conversation.

- And what about our partnership relations?.. I don't think I will be able to pretend that this did not happen.

Kartein was silent for a couple of minutes until he answered the question:

- Believe it or not, but I've been sympathetic to you for a long time. Of course, you annoyed me at times and I even had time to regret introducing you to Kayden because of the frequent jokes, but you are the only one who understands me from half a word, knows how to find an approach when I'm not in the mood. You never needed my healing abilities and I am very comfortable with you, but over time I realized that I no longer sympathize with you, but really love...

- ...

- You don't have to say anything, I still didn't expect you to reciprocate.

Kartein got out of bed and was about to leave when you left him.

- Wait!

- What is it?

- I reciprocate your feelings. Maybe I don't fully love yet, but that doesn't mean that you can't give a chance. Maybe it will still work out if we try?

Kartein smiled at your words and kissed you on the forehead in response.

- Well, we have plenty of time to establish relations and learn more about ourselves.

[essenceofhydrogen]

hii can i request something for kartain and kayden? aksjdf theyre such a dynamic duo i love them ;;; thank u

hi! here's your request:

https://essenceofhydrogen.tumblr.com/post/667335237151440896/menace

kayden and kartein are certainly...unique... lol

ty for requesting!!

[pakdigestnovels]

https://www.pakdigestnovels.com/2020/10/izhar-kiun-nahi-kartain-novelette.html

Izhar Kiun Nahi Kartain (Novelette) By Naeema Naz Sultan

[mecomotorsports-blog]

Kartainment is a professional racing and recreational Go- Karting track located in the GMR Rajiv Gandhi Hyderabad International Airport, Shamshabad, Hyderabad.

[ahomeganeyatsu]

Promise

AU where Kayden is a wandering sorcerer and Jiwoo is his student. ft. soft Kayden and sick Jiwoo.

Read on ao3 here.

“I can’t believe you kid.” He removes his hand from the too warm forehead, the azure glow of his magic fading from sight. “I know you want to learn but pushing yourself like that was really stupid of you.” His face was nothing if not irritated, but the soft brush of his fingers through the boy’s hair belied the worry he kept behind the mask.

“I’m sorry Kayden-hyung,” the boy apologizes. His body shakes as he coughs and Kayden clicks his tongue.

“Whatever, kid. Just try to be mindful of your limits. You’ve improved a lot, but it’s no use if you’re going to land yourself on a bed half the time.”

He never really expected to take on a student. He’s never really thought of passing down his way of magic. Jiwoo’s just a kid that stumbled upon his sorry form and decided to take him home. It didn’t even matter that he hadn’t been human at the time. And even after finding out, it didn’t change much of the situation. It was just a surprise the kid knew how to do magic. He had no formal training, but from what Kayden had seen the kid had potential.

He’s not sure what made him decide to help the kid. A debt repaid maybe? Or was it because he reminded Kayden of himself—alone in the world and no help in sight. Whatever it was, Kayden found himself teaching Jiwoo.

A lot of kids were like him. If the wrong sort found him, who knows what would’ve happened to him.

He takes the kid in his arms, and easily lifts him. He makes sure to keep his hold on him tight. As he stands, his magic coats the bottom of his boots. Another step and he's flashing through the terrain, trails of his magic like stardust where he had once been.

He’s far from any towns. Shinwa more than a day’s journey and Jiwoo didn’t have that time. He never thought the day would come where he would consider coming to him for help.

He never thought he’d meet someone like Jiwoo either.

Kind, sweet. soft, and bursting with brightness. Sunshine in mortal form. Kayden had wondered if the boy had been starlight that descended on Earth. But all his observations told him Jiwoo was mortal, human. Not when he bled red like the rest of them.

And there’s a protectiveness in Kayden, a panic that settled and made a home inside of him at the thought of Jiwoo hurt. The kind that made him want to raze the world to the ground.

He reaches his destination in a few breaths. He pulses his magic, letting the wards detect him. He could feel the wards blanch at his presence. It seems he wasn’t the only one who didn’t expect him.

The door glimmers into existence at the trunk of the largest tree. It creaks open, and a familiar scowling face greets him. A light brow arches as sky blue-eyes meet his person. He tries to hide the surprise as it catches the bundle in Kayden’s eyes.

“When I told you to find something that’ll keep you from fighting, I didn’t mean adopting a kid.”

“Shut up, Kartain. Now let us in and look him over, will you?”

“Is that the way you talk to someone you're asking for help?” He still steps aside and lets Kayden through the threshold. Jiwoo shivers at the foreign magic. The wards give them both a thorough scan.

He catches the look in Kartain’s eyes and shakes his head. “I’m here for him.”

Kartain holds his gaze a little longer and huffs, exasperated. “This kid must be really special.”

You have no idea, he wants to say, but why grant Kartain the admission? The fact he came to him was already telling.

He sets Jiwoo down on the cot that appeared. The boy groans and his eyes flutter open. “Hyung?”

“Hey, kiddo. You’ll be alright. Just hang in there.” He moves to rise from hovering over Jiwoo when a hand tugs at his sleeves.

“Don’t go. Don’t leave me.” His tawny eyes gleam with unshed tears. They nearly spill as his lips wobble. Fingers weak as they try to keep a grasp on Kayden.

Kayden’s face softens as he cups the boy’s cheek. Thumb brushing at the corner of his eye. “I’m not going anywhere. I’ll be right here, okay?”

“Promise?” He raises a pinky and Kayden stifles the laugh, finding his student adorable. He twines their pinkies together. Letting a spark of his magic meet Jiwoo’s own eager magic, wrapping them together.

“Promise. Rest, kiddo. I’ll be here when you wake up.” Jiwoo hums and closes his eyes. He doesn’t let go of Kayden and the latter doesn’t take his hand away either.

He looks up to see Kartain observing him. He doesn’t know how to read the look in the other man’s face. He waits for him to say something. The other sorcerer usually does. Except, he remains silent.

He doesn’t send Kayden away when he starts. Usually, he works in private. It’s something he never budges on. Kayden doesn’t mention it. He doesn’t thank him for it either.

[ahomeganeyatsu]

I love how Kartain is friggin exhausted but he still wants to see Kayden make a spectacle of that panther.

[ahomeganeyatsu]

Nearly in tears at the image of cat!Kayden and Kartain cuddling and napping on a patch of sun.

[ahomeganeyatsu]

I caught up! I am buzzing with so many feels and thoughts right now. I AM SO EXCITED. jdaksjdklasjdk

!!!From this point Spoilers for 155-157!!!

Okay, I know Jiwoo had to have a big moment so it could be revealed that so they know there's someone in the Academy that matched Duke's skills or surpass them. It's obvious from the setup that they were gonna pit these two against each other. It still frustrates me that Subin had to play damsel-in-distress for it.

She was so amazing. She held herself in that match. I was really rooting for her. And it makes me tear up when they declare the tie. So some might not agree, but I actually appreciate that Jisuk immediately starts teasing her. He re-establishes the status quo they have. They thrive in a relationship where the other isn't afraid to call them out and diss each other. They rile each other up and push the other to do better. Jisuk starting to tease Subin is something I find more comforting than if he had tried to reassure or sympathize with her. Other than it wouldn't be in character, it would be more of a reminder that she failed. That she couldn't beat Duke. That she hadn't been strong enough. Jisuk also reacting that way is a reminder that nothing's changed. He isn't feeling sorry for her. She doesn't need that. What she needs is to set a target, and that's what Jisuk did. You declared this, make sure to meet those words. It's a challenge. And even if it pains me that she had to go through that, I'm looking forward to how she'll grow from this.

Jisuk and Subin also really remind me of Kayden and Kartain (yeah, I'm using this spelling from now on). They were so hilarious in these chapters. Kayden really baiting Kartain like that had me cracking up. I had to admit it took me a hot second to realize what he was doing. Like at first I was all "aww, he wants to keep Jiwoo safe" but then I get the point and I just go, "Kayden you sly beautiful bastard." He really knows how to push Kartain's buttons and it just makes you see how well he knows Kartain. And you just keep asking yourself, "How long have they known each other? How in the f did they meet? What changed their relationship from strangers to actual best friends?!" (coz Kartain is pretty much Kayden's closest friend we've got atm. Also, I'm still not over him going on walks with Kartain in the morning and the way they sit close to each other, okay? AND KARTAIN'S BIG KITTY EYES WHEN HE ASKS KAYDEN FOR SOMETHING, my heart can't friggin handle the adorableness. I'm crying.)

On an unrelated note, I guess it's a running theme now for Jiwoo to get training from the best. From Kayden, Jiyoung and now Headmaster Han? Who else is next? Can we also talk about how Headmaster Han is a Tiger??? The cat theme is going strong too 🤣🤣🤣 Kayden is not gonna be happy about that, but I could also imagine him smirking coz he may be a cat but he sure as heck can beat anyone.

Speaking of cats, the new characteeeeer. Like does he have animal telepathy too? HE HAS A PANTHER. HE HAS A BIG CAT. Will Kayden and Kartain be found out?! Will Kayden beat the crap out of that Panther? Assert his dominance? And now he'll be a coveted cat by that new student? I want a showdown between them. But it would be funnier if Kartain's the one that beat that big cat, coz he'll be underestimated due to his appearance. And just imagining the shock on everyone's faces will be the BEST.

I can't wait to read the next chapter.

[ahomeganeyatsu]

Feelings

There are perks to being a cat. Kartain's still trying to decide if this is one of them.

Read on AO3.

[ahomeganeyatsu]

I— I JUST CAN'T WITH KARTAIN AND KAYDEN

[ahomeganeyatsu]

Coz I posted that ABO fic here's some Kartain hcs.

He's an alpha.

He and Kayden go way back. Both being world rankers, they've faced off at one point but the results leaves them at a tie.

He didn't know Kayden was an omega. There were rumors of course, but upon meeting him his scent was absent that you really couldn't tell. Kayden sure as hell acted like your typical alpha. Except Kartain knows you can never judge with only that as your basis. So he thought maybe Kayden was either unpresented or he just hid his scent.

It takes one missed supressant and an ambush for Kartain to find out the truth.

He's surprised that Kayden actually knocks on his door one day.

Kartain would have offered but it was clear Kayden did not want nor need anyone. Even if it didn't look like he was struggling, his scent said otherwise. Kartain could barely breathe with how heavy with pain and wrongness the other man's scent was. Whatever it was they slipped him with, it's making things worse for Kayden.

(He settles his alpha by reminding him that Kayden sought him out for shelter. That in hisnvulnerable state, for some reason he went to Kartain.)

Kayden rejects his offer to spend his heat with him, but he doesn't reject Kartain's offer to heal whatever it was that's messing with Kayden's system.

In that time, Kayden becomes comfortable with his scent. He isn't overly aggressive, but the threatening growl and glare was still there. Which is the sole reason, Kartain is surprised when Kayden stretches his hand and makes the universal "give me" motion.

Kartain didn't know what Kayden wanted exactly, but he carefully took off his shirt to test if that was it. He hasn't even offered it to Kayden before it got snatched out of his hand.

Kayden grunts displeased but Kartain could scent him calming down. And then it hits him, and his own muscles loosen from how pleased Kayden smelled.

He should have realized something had shifted between them that day.

Kayden spends three days in his place.

Kartain tells himself it didn't hurt when he left without a word.

(He doesn't notice the missing clothes in his wardrobe. Or that the simplest and least flashiest of his accessories is gone.)

[ahomeganeyatsu]

KARTAIN. IT'S SPELLED KARTAIN.

[ahomeganeyatsu]

My brain is thinking about omega!Kayden taking care of alpha!Kartain. Making sure he's warm, fed and hydrated. That he rests and recovers after every healing session with their pup Jiwoo.

[ahomeganeyatsu]

Surprise

A call. A request. A visit.

Read on AO3.