#lingering on past thoughts and feelings doesn’t help. it is definitely helpful to do. especially if your trans

[cr0wc0rpse]

Also sometimes I will look in the mirror and it’s kind of amazing. Not necessarily in the “wow I’m so handsome and incredible looking now” way, but in the “wow I look so incredibly different than I used to” way. I look so different. The same but different. So much about me has changed, due to just getting older and being on T. It’s fascinating how that works. I’m really happy with how I look. At least for the most part. I’m glad I’m happier in that way. A lot has changed. Sometimes I wonder if a younger me, even after when I realized I’m trans, would really recognize me. Or at least know that I would’ve changed and would look like how I do now. Sometimes it’s kind of .. scary? I can’t always recognize myself as me, or that I used to look like someone else. Isn’t it weird? I’m so different now.

[hjpsdiary]

slytherin boy's headcons (them as ur bf <3)

theodore nott as your boyfriend :

• he’s the definition of quiet but observant; he notices every little thing about you, from your favorite snacks to how you fidget when nervous.

• doesn’t talk much, but when he does, it’s meaningful—his compliments feel rare and precious.

• surprisingly affectionate in private; he’ll always find excuses to brush his fingers against yours or pull you close when no one’s looking.

• reads a lot and will casually leave books he thinks you’d like in your bag or on your desk.

• fiercely protective but subtle about it—he’ll silently step in when someone’s bothering you or shoot a glare that makes them back off immediately.

• has a sarcastic sense of humor that comes out more as he gets comfortable with you; you’re one of the few people who ever see him smile.

• remembers everything you say, even the small things, and will surprise you by acting on it weeks later.

• not big on grand romantic gestures but makes up for it with small, thoughtful actions, like brewing your favorite tea or saving you a seat in class.

• loves stargazing; it’s one of the rare times he really opens up, sharing his thoughts and dreams while lying next to you under the stars.

• isn’t the best with words when expressing feelings but tries to write them down for you in short, heartfelt notes.

• values trust above all else; if you’re patient with him, he’ll let his walls down completely and be endlessly loyal.

• his love language is acts of service—he’ll carry your books, fix your broken quill, or help you study without you even asking.

• secretly adores when you wear something of his, like a sweater or scarf, and won’t say it outright but will be internally smug all day.

• has a soft, calming presence that makes you feel safe and at ease no matter what’s going on around you.

• he’s not perfect, sometimes retreating into himself when overwhelmed, but he’ll always come back to you, knowing you’re his anchor.

mattheo riddle as your boyfriend :

• the ultimate bad boy with a soft spot only for you; he’s tough around others but absolutely melts when it comes to you.

• constantly teases you but gets genuinely offended if you don’t fire back—he loves the banter.

• incredibly protective to the point where he’ll square up with anyone who even looks at you the wrong way.

• thrives on physical touch—his arm is always slung around your shoulders, hand in your back pocket, or fingers intertwined with yours.

• has a devilish grin that he only uses to fluster you because he knows it works every single time.

• somehow knows exactly where you are at all times, and not in a creepy way—just always shows up when you need him.

• calls you ridiculous nicknames like “princess,” “trouble,” or “love,” depending on his mood.

• super possessive but not in a toxic way—he just loves reminding people that you’re his.

• absolutely hates when you’re upset with him and will go out of his way to apologize, even if it means swallowing his pride.

• smokes casually and offers you his jacket when it’s cold, the scent of him lingering on it for hours after.

• loves pulling you into trouble with him, whether it’s sneaking out after curfew or pranking someone, but always makes sure you’re safe.

• surprisingly intellectual—he can talk about dark magic theories for hours and gets a kick out of teaching you forbidden spells.

• his temper can flare up, especially when someone crosses you, but he always calms down when you’re around.

• absolutely adores seeing you in his clothes; he’ll smirk and say, “Looks better on you, anyway.”

• deeply loyal—once you have his heart, there’s no getting rid of him, and he’ll do anything to keep you happy.

• loves late-night conversations, where he gets a little vulnerable and tells you about his past and his fears.

• has a soft side he rarely shows, but when he does, it’s for you—whether it’s stroking your hair when you’re stressed or mumbling “I love you” when he thinks you’re asleep.

• he’s chaos personified, but somehow, with you, he feels like he’s finally found a bit of peace.

lorenzo birkshire as your boyfriend:

• he’s the smooth talker who flirts like it’s second nature, but with you, it’s genuine—he means every word.

• loves to make you laugh; he’ll go out of his way to crack jokes, pull silly faces, or do over-the-top impressions just to see you smile.

• low-key a hopeless romantic; he’ll surprise you with little handwritten notes, flowers he “found,” or surprise dates in secret spots.

• absolutely loves PDA—he’s the type to kiss your cheek in front of everyone or hold your hand just to let people know you’re his.

• he’s fiercely loyal, and anyone who tries to mess with you instantly regrets it; he’ll defend you without hesitation.

• the type to whisper in your ear during class, making you both laugh quietly, even if it earns him a detention.

• incredibly charming but gets adorably flustered when you flirt back or catch him off guard.

• loves spoiling you in small ways—buying you your favorite sweets, carrying your bag, or sneaking you an extra butterbeer during Hogsmeade trips.

• surprisingly good at comforting you when you’re upset; he’ll listen, wrap you in a warm hug, and crack just the right joke to lighten the mood.

• lives for the banter between you two; he thinks it’s hilarious when you try to outwit him, even if you win.

• would give you his scarf or cloak without hesitation if you were cold and wouldn’t stop teasing you about looking “adorable” in it.

• the type to plan spontaneous adventures, dragging you out of bed to sneak around the castle or explore forbidden areas.

• he’s a mix of chaotic energy and soft affection, always knowing when to be playful and when to be serious.

• low-key brags about you to his friends but pretends he’s “too cool” to care when they tease him about how smitten he is.

• loves running his fingers through your hair absentmindedly, especially when you’re sitting close or leaning against him.

• insists on being your biggest cheerleader, hyping you up before exams, Quidditch matches, or even small challenges.

• gets jealous easily but tries to play it off—he’s terrible at hiding it, though, and ends up pouting until you reassure him.

• he’s the kind of boyfriend who’s both your partner in crime and your safe place, balancing wild fun with genuine love.

draco malfoy as your boyfreind:

• starts off guarded, but once he lets his walls down, he’s completely devoted to you.

• the type to act all cool and aloof in public but secretly loves holding your hand or brushing his fingers against yours.

• buys you extravagant gifts, not because he’s trying to show off, but because it’s how he expresses his love—jewelry, rare books, or even something sentimental he knows you’ll cherish.

• incredibly protective; he’d go out of his way to make sure you’re safe and comfortable, whether that means intimidating someone who’s bothering you or walking you to every class.

• struggles to express his emotions verbally but makes up for it through his actions—he’ll always be there when you need him, no questions asked.

• low-key thrives on your praise; hearing you say you’re proud of him or appreciate him makes him feel on top of the world.

• gets jealous easily and tries to play it cool, but his little snarky comments give him away every time.

• loves spoiling you in subtle ways, like slipping your favorite dessert onto your plate at dinner or reserving the best spot in the library for you.

• softens dramatically when he’s with you; he goes from sharp sarcasm to quiet vulnerability in your presence.

• late-night talks are where he truly opens up, sharing his fears, insecurities, and dreams he’s too afraid to admit to anyone else.

• secretly loves when you mess with his perfectly styled hair, even though he’ll complain about it every time.

• will drape his scarf or coat around your shoulders if you’re cold, muttering something about how he “can’t have you freezing to death.”

• loves hearing you laugh; he’ll go out of his way to say something witty just to see you smile, even if it’s at his expense.

• incredibly attentive to your needs—he notices when you’re tired, stressed, or upset, and does everything he can to help.

• he’s not big on public displays of affection but will always find little ways to show you’re his, like resting his hand on your lower back or standing close enough for your shoulders to touch.

• gets flustered when you compliment him, especially if you call him handsome or clever—he’ll roll his eyes, but his pink cheeks give him away.

• he’s not perfect and sometimes lashes out when he’s stressed, but he’s quick to apologize and make it up to you.

• when he says he loves you, it’s rare but deeply meaningful—you can tell he means it with everything he has.

• despite his flaws, he’s fiercely loyal, endlessly protective, and wholly yours, doing everything he can to make you feel loved.

blaise zabini as your boyfriend:

• effortlessly smooth and confident, he doesn’t even need to try to charm you—it’s just who he is.

• the king of subtle but meaningful gestures, like holding doors open for you, pulling out your chair, or placing his hand on your lower back to guide you through a crowd.

• loves to spoil you, but in a classy, understated way—think fine chocolate, rare books, or spontaneous weekend getaways.

• very private about your relationship; he keeps most of his affection behind closed doors but isn’t shy about letting people know you’re his.

• gives the best advice; he’s incredibly perceptive and always knows the right thing to say when you’re stressed or upset.

• he’s not big on loud, over-the-top displays of affection, but his actions always show how much he cares—he’s the type to quietly take care of things before you even ask.

• loves watching you talk about something you’re passionate about; he’ll rest his chin in his hand and just admire you with a soft smile.

• has a wicked sense of humor and loves teasing you, but it’s always playful and never hurtful—he secretly loves when you tease him back.

• he’s the epitome of cool, calm, and collected, but you’re the only one who can fluster him when you catch him off guard with affection or a well-timed compliment.

• ridiculously good at remembering details about you, like your favorite drink, your childhood stories, or even the exact shade of your favorite lipstick.

• loves to keep you close—whether it’s casually draping an arm over your shoulder or pulling you into his lap when you’re alone together.

• fiercely protective but subtle about it; one look from him is enough to make anyone second-guess bothering you.

• will casually drop compliments about you in conversations with his friends, but if they tease him about being soft, he just smirks and doesn’t deny it.

• he’s a fantastic listener and always makes you feel like you’re the most important person in the room when you’re talking to him.

• takes immense pride in how you carry yourself and always reminds you of how incredible you are, even if you don’t see it yourself.

• adores dressing up for dates with you and insists on coordinating outfits so you both look effortlessly elegant together.

• late nights with him often involve deep conversations, a bottle of wine, and a lot of soft touches as he shares pieces of himself he doesn’t show anyone else.

• has a surprisingly tender side—he’ll hold you close when you’re feeling down, whispering reassurances that everything will be okay.

• he’s all about balance: the perfect mix of suave, playful, and deeply caring, making you feel like the luckiest person in the world.

[meazalykov]

lynn takes a fall

lynn wilms x reader series

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chapter two

the air fills with excitement as you sit on the bench, bouncing your knee nervously. 

it’s been two weeks since you joined wolfsburg, and everything has been going better than you expected. the girls welcomed you almost immediately, especially sveindís, who’s practically become your shadow. 

you’re even starting to feel a connection with the rest of the team. alex has taken on a mentor role, guiding you even though you don’t share the same position, and lynn... well, lynn has become someone you can’t stop thinking about.

you glance at lynn now, watching her move effortlessly on the pitch. she’s sharp, and completely knows what she needs to do. it’s hard not to admire her, though you remind yourself for the hundredth time to keep those thoughts in check.

it’s your first game day with wolfsburg, and there’s no room for distractions.

for now, at least.

the match against essen starts off strong. wolfsburg dominates possession, pressing high and creating chances. from your spot on the bench, you cheer and watch intently, feeling a mix of excitement and nerves.

sveindís nudges your arm, grinning.

“relax, you’re definitely a cheerleader,” she whispers. 

“you’ll get your time.”

you nod but can’t shake the memories of arsenal games, sitting on the bench and wondering if you’d ever get more than a pity substitution. wolfsburg feels different, though. the coaches believe in you. 

still, the question lingers in your mind: do they see your full potential?

at halftime, wolfsburg leads 1-0, and you can sense the confidence in the team. the second half begins, and you settle back into your seat, letting yourself relax slightly. the game flows smoothly, until it doesn’t.

it happens quickly—too quickly. a hard tackle near the right sideline, and suddenly, lynn is down, clutching her ankle. the esnee player smacked into lynn which caused the dutch woman to fall awkwardly. your stomach drops as you lean forward, watching her grimace in pain. sveindís and fenna tense beside you, their small talk falling silent.

the medical team comes onto the pitch when lynn refuses to stand up on her own, and you can’t take your eyes off lynn. she is contorted in pain as she shakes her head, trying to put weight on her foot but failing. 

when the substitution board goes up and her number flashes, your heart skips a beat.

“y/n, it's your debut, come awn,” the coach calls out, gesturing for you.

you blink, stunned for a moment. 

“me?”

“yes, you. it was supposed to be later in the game, but i trust you. keep the pace on the right. do what you’ve been training for the last few weeks.”

your nerves spike, but you nod, standing quickly and pulling off your training top. sveindís gives you a quick pat on the back. 

“you’ve got this stargirl.”

you jog onto the pitch, the weight of the moment sinking in. your first appearance for wolfsburg. you glance back at the bench, catching sight of lynn being helped to a seat beside sveindís and fenna. 

you can’t dwell on it now. you’re here to do your job.

the game resumes, and you throw yourself into the action. the coach’s instructions echo in your mind: push up, go around if needed, create a strong attack or counterattack. when the ball comes to your feet, you don’t hesitate. 

you drive forward, weaving past two essen players with quick, decisive touches. 

your eyes scan the box, and there she is—alex, perfectly positioned. you whip the ball into the air, aiming for her head. it connects beautifully. alex rises above her defender and buries the ball into the back of the net. 

2-0.

the stadium erupts, and before you can process what just happened, alex is running toward you, arms wide.

“what the hell was that?!” she shouts, pulling you into a hug. you laugh, the adrenaline coursing through you.

“just doing my job!” you reply, though your heart feels like it might burst. your first touch in the wolfsburg jersey, and it’s an assist.

the rest of the team swarms you, offering high-fives, piggy back rides, and pats on the back. sveindís and fenna clap from the bench, grinning widely.

in the middle of them, lynn catches your eye. 

she smirks and gives you a thumbs-up, her expression filled with pride.

you can’t help but smile back, holding up your own thumb in response before turning your focus back to the game. the final minutes pass quickly, and when the whistle blows, wolfsburg secures the 2-0 win.

your teammates gather around you, celebrating the victory and your debut performance.

as you linger on the pitch, talking to jule, you see lynn walking toward you. jule notices too, and with a knowing smile, she excuses herself to join sveindís.

you saw jules smile, but did not think there was anything much to it. 

“hey,” lynn says, her voice warm despite the slight limp in her step.

“hey,” you reply, your eyes immediately dropping to her ankle. 

“how’s it feeling?”

she shrugs. 

“it’s fine. just a scare. nothing serious.”

you narrow your eyes. 

“are you sure? because it looked bad from where i was sitting.”

“i’m sure,” she says firmly, then grins. 

“besides, i got to watch you overshadow my performance.”

you laugh, shaking your head. 

“i wasn’t trying to show off.”

“really?” lynn raises an eyebrow, her tone teasing. 

“because it sure looked like you were.”

“well, maybe a little,” you admit, playing along. 

“but only because alex was in the perfect spot.”

lynn leans in slightly, her grin turning playful. 

“maybe you were showing off for me.”

your breath catches, and for a moment, you forget how to respond. the way her eyes hold yours makes it impossible to brush off the comment as just a joke. 

finally, you manage a weak laugh, feeling your cheeks heat up.

“if that’s what you want to believe,” you say, trying to keep your tone light.

she chuckles, clearly enjoying your reaction.

“i’ll take it.”

you clear your throat, shifting the conversation.

“so, are you going to be in training tomorrow? or are you taking it easy?”

“i’ll be there,” she says confidently. 

“just need to ice it tonight.”

“good,” you reply, feeling oddly relieved. 

“we’d miss you otherwise.”

“oh, would you?” she asks, her tone dipping into something almost flirtatious again.

you roll your eyes but can’t help smiling. 

“maybe.”

she laughs, the sound light and genuine. 

“well, don’t worry. i’m not going anywhere.”

as she walks back toward the locker room, you watch her for a moment longer than you probably should. 

your debut went better than you could’ve imagined, something you thought wouldn’t have happened. 

next part

[erinelizabethh]

Time Slip | Chai x Reader (7/10)

Summary: Chai, ambassador of Vandelay Technologies, certainly has his ways of communication. You, living in the suburbs outside the campus, don't even have a cell phone. You know what they say about relationships…

Chapter One: Time Slip

Chapter Two: #E67451

Chapter Three: Daisies

Chapter Four: Sweet Dreams

Chapter Five: Synesthesia

Chapter Six: On Mercury

Chapter Seven: One of These Nights

*slight sexual content ahead*

It’s nothing. It’s whatever.

So you thought to yourself: are you reading this correctly? Your thoughts were of the utmost importance, so much that you left behind the comfort of your blankets and onto the floor where your thoughts could remain better situated. With a squint, as the bright screen of your cell reflected the lack of illumination in your apartment, the rather rude message was but an inch from your irises. The bubbles are prolonged, enlightened by your lack of response, and the meaning causes you to seethe. “What does that even mean?” You ask nobody, looseleaf paper torn from your notebook crumpled up inside your fist as the words sitting at the tip of your pen disappear with the distance between you and your pen pal. With the point of contact on an errand, as a result of your pleas that fast food chicken nuggets sound delicious at two o’clock in the morning, the context and tone of that message is lost to you. You hope it buries itself into the heart of the man who should rethink what he says, and perhaps unsend.

Whatever? You type. Do you think I’m stupid?

You pause. Stupid.

The pen, however, is mightier than any name you can call him at this point. Can you believe that? I feel when a guy says it’s nothing it’s really, like, everything. He’s being so weird about it. I mean he is the first guy I’ve dated with a robotic arm so that’s something but he doesn’t talk about it. His friends are all weird about it too… it’s like it’s some forbidden topic that gets him fucked up. Sorry. For ‘cussing’. Again. Anyway, he’s twenty-six years old and I’m sure we’re grown enough to talk about our pasts like adults. Like, if he came back right now, I’d definitely tell him all about my past boyfriends and… no I won’t actually. I will not do that. That’s embarrassing. Especially because I perhaps may have told him I wanted to be left alone so go me. I make smart decisions.

You were pushing the subject again, like Peppermint warned you not to, through text no less. You could not help your eyes lingering on the scars that burdened Chai’s back when he pried himself from your arms, his shoulders stiff with prior events. He relished in your return when your fingertips traced the delicates of his upper back, your lips pressed against a beauty mark that freckled him with love. As your forehead fell against him, his hand grasped at yours pressed against his chest; with a twirl of your arm and the dip of your body against his, he pecked your lips before a cheeky: “Babe I’d so serenade you if it wasn’t for those delicious cheeseburgers calling for me.” His feline friend, once curled up in a ball atop her cat tower, zoomed to the front door upon the aspect of leaving on an adventure. When Chai pulled you to your feet, one swipe of his nose against yours and he was no longer facing you, his back once again on display as he shot finger guns at a cat standing on her hind legs to return the favor.

Cute. You were still a dog person, though.

“Baby where’s my—” He threw a glance over his shoulder, his head falling to his shoulder with a raised eyebrow. “Are you on your… y’know…”

You cry out in frustration, your fists clenched. Of course he shrugs you off, choosing to hide the identity of the Chai before he became one of the faces of Vandelay Technologies. Of course he doesn’t trust you enough to recall those events, how tragic they must have been because why would he tell you? After all, you’re just some girl he must be on the brink of moving on from… you’re overthinking again. A nasty habit of yours, you think, considering his clothes are thrown beside your underwear and the pillow beside yours is fluffed in a way that refuses you sleep. His guitar leans against the cushion of your loveseat, once strummed with picks that litter your end table and douse it with color. That guitar sits beside a scarf that 808 loves to rest her paws on when she grows tired of the toy mice that are spread out all over your rug. However, you’re just some girl whose space he happens to share with, someone of whom you believe to be insignificant, boring, and out of time. With a shake of your head, your hands trail down and stretch at the skin of your cheeks, loathing at the eleven months with him that border on the best eleven months of your life. You can’t help but groan with mist in your eyes, body deflating as you subject yourself to inhales through your nostrils that are ragged and stuffed with impending sniffles.

Your phone chimes. Oi. Korsica. I need flowers.

Pepper. Mint. Peppermint.

Peps.

Wtf do I get her? Korsica unsent a message. Ask Chai please. 

You sigh, your response slow and steady, incorrect letters in between. You return to your side of your bed, the cool air a blanket over the array of knit sunflowers you sit on. The peonies beyond the crack of your window sway to your right, cars with the Vandelay logo driving at a speed beyond the limit to disturb an otherwise mundane night. Those headlights are blinding, illuminating the suncatcher that hangs above your head and paints the moon and the stars all over your skin. They flicker like following a person’s footsteps, and one car halts in front of your building with a bass that hums and rattles your bones. The neon glows along the lines of the vehicle, fading in and out to different colors, the person inside dumbfounded upon the wrong turn toward the suburbs. 

Your peace is disturbed by a, “I’m not stupid, I’m a dumbass!” Chai slams the door open to your apartment, no chicken nuggets or cat in sight. His breaths are a struggle for air, but he begins the revelation with a hurried, “I killed Kale Vandelay who, plot twist, was Peppermint’s brother! And— and I have this cool implant in my chest that makes everything sync to me ‘cause of this thing—I dunno if you know Project Armstrong—but the guy threw my music player and it got stamped to my chest or… or something and so I got this really cool arm ‘cause fun fact I actually did not have any feeling in this arm right here before and so I ended up having to kill all of these crazy bosses ‘cause it turns out Kale actually used this weird AI thing to take over bodies and that’s where Roxanne—”

“What? Chai, wha— what are you even talking about?”

His body shakes as the distance between you decreases, and you eye the trembling of his hands as they brush against your face. Chai’s breathing is ragged like yours was, and he then clutches his chest as if alluding to his sprint back home to you. He huffs and puffs out pleas that you hold on just one second, just let him get it together, and in that one second he raises one finger to confirm that yes, indeed, he’ll be but a second. He radiates the heat you’ve missed in the time he was away, despite the chill that floods his lungs, and your fingertips itch to be linked with his once more.

So he goes on, your question above your heads like vapor, sputtering out the facts of people you only heard in passing conversations and observed on billboards tainting your small town. Chai holds up fingers as if counting down the obstacles: the head of production, the head of research and development, Korsica, the head of marketing, the head of finance, the head head… the name that sticks out the most beside of the known redhead’s is Mimosa’s, whose face is plastered on every bus and train you step on. Her luscious, blonde locks were the standard years ago, so evident that customers in your flower shop would share the hairstyle despite blonde not at all being their color. You can’t dwell on that thought for long, for he chronicles his battles as if he were the protagonist of some role-playing game, taking hits and dealing with them along with the beat to his own drum. He was the star of the show, the main character of a daydream, and you owned a flower shop and wailed off-key and off-beat in the shower. It was only a matter of time before he thought you too boring, too mundane, and walked away toward a life that was certainly more exhilarating.

Chai cups your cheeks in his hands when you shake your head. The thought of him leaving you behind terrifies you. His thumbs traced the line of tears that fell before tapping at your lips with an implied shush. “Lemme finish! Anyway I had to fight like a crazy amount of robots ‘cause Kale took ‘em over along with the others and yeah, I almost died but I beat him and I saved everyone and you’re right. You’re right! It’s not nothing, it’s not whatever, it’s something that I want you to know about me ‘cause I wanna know everything about you ‘cause I kinda’ love you… scratch that, forget what I said.”

“I love you.”

He blinks, flexing the cool metallic of his fingers. “Also I have this super awesome weapon. We can take the bad boy for a test drive if you want…”

Your gaze passes by the rise and fall of his chest, by the dust of pink across his cheeks. When they align with his own, you bear witness to a truth that can’t be rescinded. His laugh trails off into racing thoughts, judging by the way he commits to eyeing at your rug. The chestnut hues of his irises are dimmed by the shadow of your ceiling, the sunrise edging past the lower half of his body with the minutes that pass with no words being shared. He tests the silence with: “Wow. I, uh… the cat’s out of the bag, huh?” He cages you between him and daybreak, the repeating silence evident with the words said, deafening with the implications; he loves you, so that must mean he can’t imagine a life without you. 

What does it mean?

“Chai, c’mon… you kidding me?” You sniff, unable to resist the trembles that wrack your body, unable to refrain from the attempts to push him away. His grip on you is unwavering, however. “What is wrong with you?”

“N-N-No, you’re supposed to laugh at me, not cry! Maybe tell me you love me too? You love me, right? Ya’ gotta tell me you’re feeling some way about me.” Your name follows. “Baby, please. You feel the same way… right?”

You nod, and the first declaration of love out of you is but a whisper, said again once your confidence grows. “Yes, Chai, I love you.”

He surges forward to press his lips against yours, breaths leaving his nose in slow, deep exhales. Your left cheek is chill with the remnants of morning dew on his cool, metal fingertips but his mouth is warm over yours and you’re swallowed whole. His strength cranes your neck back, longing to envelop you with lips that search for every part of yours in desperation, and you surrender yourself to him even when the breaths are so far in between. The taste of salt remains on your tongue, but Chai exhibits his love next by nipping at your tastebuds and wrapping his arms around you to pull you further into his embrace. Your chest pressed against his, your tongues interlock in a hypnotizing dance; the hum that escapes you elicits one from your lover.

He pulls his lips an inch from yours, low huffs gliding across your cupid’s bow. Your hands fall to his sides, sliding up his shirt, bunched up white cotton rolled up into your fist. His hands mimic your movements all over your lower back, and his voice lowers to a tone unheard of him. When he tells you how hard it is to breathe, yet how much he can’t stop kissing you, what leaves you is a pathetic whimper. The feeling is mutual but you have no complaints. Your lips are dry with his scrutiny, quivering as he brushes his against yours like a feather grazing your skin. What fogs your brain is the thought of his shirt over his head and messing with tufts of brown hair you will ruin later anyway.

“Y-You, uh— umm—”

You’re breathless when you confirm, and you all but give into him when he hurries you into the entanglement of your body against his.

That took pretty long, but I think you’ll be stoked to hear I finally told him I love him. I sent you two letters to chronicle the night I had so, like, I hope you read that other one first. It was a great night. We’re just gonna leave it at that. Anyway, you’ve said before you know him from somewhere right? He’s, like, the ambassador for Vandelay Technologies. Isn’t that crazy? They’ve only started putting him up everywhere, though, so I guess the switchover happened recently. I kinda don’t get how I won him over; I guess it was my anxiety of being alone and the scent of my flowers. Regardless, I feel as if I understand him so much better now. It’s nice. I hope he stays with me. I hope his friends like me. I hope one day you can come by and we can really meet and you can meet him too. You’d probably like him, Rekka.

Reply soon! So much is happening and I need someone to talk to!! 

P.S. I got a phone now. Please give me your number.

[kybercrystals94]

The Stardust Conspiracy (Part 1)

Rated: G | Words: 1,656 | Summary: The Batch gets a pet…chaos ensues.

Author’s Note: special thanks to @just-here-with-my-thoughts for their contribution to the chaos that will transpire…😂

The market is crowded and loud. Omega's eyes are wide and constantly moving, a small smile teasing the edges of her lips. She has attached herself to both Hunter and Wrecker, her hands tucked snugly in theirs. It links them in an awkward chain; however, Hunter would rather that than Omega getting lost or snatched up. And maybe he doesn’t mind the feel of her tiny fingers locked around his, an unspoken familiarity that has grown in the months since they’ve taken her in.

“There’s so much to look at!” Omega declares, skipping between her brothers without a care in the world.

Hunter smiles. “Definitely more to offer than Ord Mantell.”

“That’s not hard to do,” Echo comments from behind them, voice muffled behind the mask of his droid disguise.

“We should get food,” Wrecker declares. “I’m hungry.”

“You’re always hungry,” Hunter says, shaking his head. They’d just had their rations not even a standard hour before.

“I’m hungry too,” Omega says, tugging on Hunter’s hand.

“See! Great minds think alike!” Wrecker laughs, giving Omega’s arm an enthusiastic swing, making her giggle.

Hunter glances back at Echo, but the cyborg just heaves one shoulder in a shrug. “We’ll see what we can find,” Hunter concedes, earning a cheer from Wrecker and Omega.

The morning had started out on a sour note, the four of them having been banished from the Marauder by Tech for the remainder of the day while he made repairs “by himself.” Really, Wrecker and Echo were to blame, while Hunter and Omega were guilty by simple association. Wrecker had, somehow, managed to drop Gonky on Tech’s favorite data pad, cracking the screen even through the screen protector. Echo then followed up by inadvertently deleting a file from the navigation system’s hard drive that he thought was clutter—but was actually a collection of mundane information that Tech had wanted to keep. Verbal apologies were not enough to smooth over the offenses, and the four clones were asked to leave.

Omega, never one to linger on hard feelings, brightened the mood almost immediately, pressing into the excitement of a new place to explore. She was especially delighted with the fact that they were in no hurry to return to the ship, nor did they have any specific task to accomplish, leaving them free to wander to her childish heart’s content.

Their search for food is interrupted when they walk past a specific shop window. Omega’s attention is immediately captured by the sight of tooka kittens peering out at her, mouths moving in soundless mews through the glass pane. “What is this place?” she asks.

“It’s a pet store,” Echo replies.

Omega turns wide eyes on their oldest brother. “Pet store? What’s a pet?”

Hunter starts to step away. “Nothing we need,” he says firmly. “C’mon.”

Omega resists, returning her gaze to the tookas. “Can we go inside and just look? Please!”

“Yeah, Hunter, just for a few minutes,” Wrecker says. “I’ve never gotten to see a tooka kitten before. Maybe we can hold one!”

Omega gasps. “We could hold one?”

Two sets of eyes turn on Hunter with a level of pleading the sergeant isn’t ready to contend with. He sighs. “Fine. We can go inside for a few minutes.”

A small bell rings cheerfully when they push open the door, and an elderly woman eyes them from behind the counter. “Welcome,” she says, “is there anything specific I can help you find today?”

“We’re just looking,” Hunter says.

“Can we hold a tooka kitten?” Omega pipes up.

“Of course, you can, little one,” the woman croons. “You can hold any one you’d like.”

Omega and Wrecker go to the window, looking down into the glass pen where the tooka kittens have toddled over on wobbly, baby legs, their beady eyes blinking up under huge ears. Omega carefully lifts out a brown and black striped kitten then holds it close to her chest, stroking it between its ears.

“It’s the softest thing I’ve ever felt in my whole life,” she whispers, “and it’s so tiny! Look at its little paws, Hunter! It’s so cute!”

Hunter’s heart melts a little.

Wrecker hesitates, but after looking at the woman and receiving a nod, he also picks up a kitten, the little creature practically disappearing in his cupped hand. “Imagine if Lula were this small,” Wrecker rumbles, his attempt at a whisper.

“She’d be so cute!” Omega cries quietly.

“Lula isn’t real,” Echo feels the need to clarify to the storekeeper. “It’s a toy.”

The woman gives Echo a funny look, and Hunter realizes it’s because of his droid disguise.

The woman turns her attention to Hunter. “The kittens are just old enough to leave their mother this week. We have everything you’d need to adopt one today.”

“Oh, no,” Hunter assures her a little too quickly, “We don’t want a kitten. We are just looking.”

The woman raises an eyebrow and pointedly glances at Omega. “Pets are very good for children. Teaches responsibility”

Omega is snuggling the tooka up to her face, her nose pressed into its round, fuzzy body. “It’s making a funny sound,” Omega says.

“It’s purring,” the woman explains, “that means it likes you.”

“It does? Awww! Can you hear it purring, Hunter?” Omega giggles when the kitten lets out a tiny, rasping mew.

“This one’s purring too!” Wrecker says, gruff soldier voice sounding absolutely delighted.

Hunter tries to ignore the sticky sweet emotion that stirs somewhere deep in the muscle thumping in his chest. They cannot get a tooka. Don’t even entertain the idea! “Alright,” he says, stamping down the joy daring to bloom in the light of his siblings’ utter happiness, “a few minutes is up. Let’s go.”

“Hunter, wait! There are more animals, and I want to see them all!” Omega cries, turning on him with those galaxy filled eyes. It doesn’t help that she has the tooka kitten nuzzled under her chin, peering up at him, daring him to break a little girl’s heart.

Hunter looks at Echo for backup, but the man looks about as helpful as Gonky at the moment. He is staring down at Omega, and even with the mask hiding his expression, it looks like he’s about to let Omega adopt the whole litter of tookas on the spot.

Maker, help me.

“Alright, well, you better start looking. We’re gonna have to head out soon,” Hunter says in his best command voice. Unfortunately, Omega and Wrecker are practically immune to it. They gently put down their tooka kittens, and begin meandering around the store, looking into glass cages housing all sorts of creatures from over the galaxy.

“What are these called?” Omega asks, leaning down to look into a cage containing what look to be tiny puffs of fur, smaller than the palm of her hand.

“Those are called cricetos,” the woman says, “They make wonderful first pets. Would you like to hold one?”

“Yes, please!” Omega chirps.

The woman reaches in and plucks a golden ball of fluff from the cage. She sets it in Omega’s hand. The creature is tiny, and stares up at Omega with large, round eyes. “I can’t even feel it in my hand, it’s so light,” Omega breathes.

“Would you like to give it a treat?” the woman asks.

Omega nods eagerly, and the woman gives her a small handful of seeds. Omega holds out a single seed to the criceto, and the animal reaches out and snatches the seed in its minuscule fingers. After an experimental sniff, the criceto licks the seed once before shoving the whole thing in its mouth, tucking it in its cheek. Omega offers it another and another and another, each seed carefully stowed away.

“That,” Echo says, “is the cutest thing I’ve ever seen.”

And that’s the moment Hunter knows they’re doomed.

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The storekeeper is more than accommodating in providing the squad with everything they need to take care of a rodent aboard a spacecraft, even supplying discounts when Hunter tries to make the excuse that they really don’t have the credits to make such a purchase right now. Echo and Wrecker are absolutely no help, and the look on Omega’s face seals the deal. Tech is going to kill me in my sleep.

Omega is practically beside herself with excitement, words tumbling out of her in an endless stream as she plots, strategizes, and anticipates what having a pet will mean for their lives now. “Do you think Tech is going to love Stardust as much as we do?” Omega asks, holding up the small crate to peek at the rodent stashed inside.

Hunter suppresses a sigh. “Maybe we should wait to tell Tech until...” never. We should never, ever tell Tech.

“Until he isn’t mad at Wrecker and Echo anymore?” Omega supplies sweetly.

Echo and Wrecker make noises of protest; however, Hunter cuts them off with a sharp look. After all, it’s their fault they had to meander into the market at all. Their fault Stardust – as Omega quickly named the animal now in their care – is on a journey back to their ship. Their fault they hadn’t backed Hunter up when he tried to talk his way out of the situation.

“Maybe,” Omega says thoughtfully, oblivious to Hunter’s inner turmoil, “we can let Tech find Stardust on his own. We can put her cage by the nav computer, there’s a perfect spot for it! He’ll see how cute she is, and he won’t mind at all.”

It isn’t the worst idea, and at least it’s an idea. Tech might be miffed at first; however, he will come around. He might try to appear otherwise, but he is just as indulgent to Omega’s whims as the rest of them. The moment he sees how much their sister adores her new ward, he won’t be able to say anything against it. And besides, how much damage could a little rodent do?

TBC

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omg hi again!!! i was the anon who suggested the idea of solomon and mc being engaged! glad to hear your response and loved hearing your thoughts❤️ whilst reading your response back, i couldn’t help but nod along that it would be more sensible if the newly engaged couple would wait until the “right” time to directly drop the news. because if this was within the setting of solomon and mc in the past, their relationship would definitely deepen. one day their glances are merely shared glances then the next day, they’re longing looks full of adoration. but honestly, since their circumstances are less than favorable, none of them would jump the gun. maybe someone would make a throw away comment like, “we should get married when this mess settles?” and the other would just respond casually like…that makes sense! 1 + 1 = 2, wouldn’t we make good a married couple? so i believe when the time comes, they’ll most likely begin to seriously discuss the prospect of marriage when everything is calmer and it’s just solomon and mc. then when this mess between the timeline gets fixed, one of them pops the question. this union feels inevitable, like it was always meant to be. only thing stopping them was everything else, it seems.

in the setting of mc coming back to the present timeline, with solomon and mc freshly engaged, i think they’ll be hush hush with it at first. the brothers have been on edge ever since mc left, growing agitated and lost that it’ll take awhile for them to go back to this semblance of normalcy as if none of this timeline hopping happened in the first place. it’s because of this, mc doesn’t wanna push another (considered) baggage upon their plates, that they’ll just have to play along with the brothers whims until they’re happy again. to suddenly drop the bomb that mc is engaged with solomon amongst such a fragile state?? i wouldn’t be surprised that the bros would begin to accuse solomon’s idea of going to the past to bring back mc, was just part of his plan to “brainwash” mc.

i agree that solomon has grown confident with his relationship with mc since nightbringer. he’s always been a companion within the shadows in the og game, only growing more and more open to displaying his affections later down the line. but nightbringer is where he ultimately shines. he isn’t afraid to hold mc in his arms and tell them how much he loves them and what he wouldn’t do to keep mc by his side. he isn’t afraid to also confess his feelings of selfishness and envy. yet at the same time, his love for mc is a tricky balancing act. he knows he’s on thin ice with almost everyone and he’s quite infamous overall anyway, mostly for the wrong reasons. solomon wouldn’t be reckless enough to outwardly show this new side of him outside the privacy between mc and he, especially to the brothers who finally got mc back again. yet it scathes him so to see mc still try and appease to their emotions, tip toeing around the brothers as to not shake the sleeping beast. even if you tell solomon to act accordingly until then, he can’t promise if he can stop his lingering touches become more frequent, be it on their shoulders or even holding mc by the waist. especially in front of others.

later down the line, others will start to pick up on this. you’d have to be blind to miss it. sure mc is still loving, and truly mc still does, but they’re eager to quickly put some distance soon after a hug. or how sometimes cuddles grow less affectionate and more superficial. and sometimes, how mc’s kisses become more chaste with their lips barely grazing their cheeks. and what really begins to raise even more questions is how distanced mc is with mammon that even he’s begging them to tell him what’s wrong. usually mc will let him crash at their room, that he’s grown a habit of leaving clothes in their wardrobe. but suddenly his clothes are left in a clean folded pile on his bed and that mc has began to lock their bedroom.

the first to notice would be between asmo and simeon, i think. asmo being close to both solomon and mc, it wouldn’t be hard for him to pick up signs between the two almost immediately. there’s a way solomon lays his hand on mc. a certain carefulness with the way solomon touches mc, how he caresses mc with a gentleness that feels more than a familiar friend. and how solomon and mc instinctively search for each other in a room or amongst a crowd. asmo and like his other brothers, would only shrug off mc’s sudden distance as a result of them being thrown back to the past for some time, dealing with his brothers and his past selves and the war. mc might’ve gotten hurt majorly and is taking a while for them to get used to everything again. but sooner or later, asmo’s eyes begin to follow the two and he swears he sees hearts flying in between. he could be seeing things, but it gets hard to ignore when solomon is the only one that mc shares that loving look with, a look he misses from mc.

simeon, well because, he’s roomies with solomon. simeon sees mc come over more often than ever. he believes it’s because mc and solomon just bonded during their journey that they’ve become closer than ever. but mc does stay at solomon’s room for an unprecedented amount of time, that he even wonders if lucifer must be losing his mind as the hours go by. simeon really doesn’t want to assume anything, but when he sees how the brothers almost have this begging look on their faces wondering what is happening, it’s that moment it begins to gnaw at him too.

one of the last, if not the last to notice, i think would be lucifer. he’s such an eldest sister complex. i think he’s just so caught up by everything, being so distraught with this entire mess, then now mc is back and he can finally let out that held breath he’s been keeping this entire time. perhaps he’s blindsided, but all he is, is glad. he’s already lost someone near and dear to his heart, he simply cannot stand the thought of going through that ever again. lucifer doesn’t want to wear himself out fretting just thinking about that, especially to lose mc. he’s tired of constantly being on edge while simultaneously trying to keep his brothers together, that the moment mc comes back? he’s happy, that’s all.

Are you a writer, anon? Because I feel like I just read a sweet fanfiction about Solomon and MC getting engaged lol.

I fully agree with everything you're saying, too. I know some people really like big gestures as an engagement, but I think there's something really special about two people just being like hey... we should probably get married and the other person being like oh yeah, let's do it. Especially if they've been together for a while.

It would make sense if Solomon and MC live together and act like a married couple already. Certainly MC could just see Solomon as an eccentric roommate, but if they really fell in love or already had feelings from the OG timeline when they were living together? There's no way they wouldn't take full advantage of that situation. The brothers wouldn't even know because they wouldn't be around to see it.

If they got stuck in the past for some reason, then maybe things would be different. They might still wait until a moment when things aren't crazy to do it, but I don't think it would be too much of a stretch, since they already live together and everything.

But I think in the OG, things would be weird. Because where would they live after they got married? The idea of Solomon moving into the House of Lamentation is the most hilarious thing ever, but I'm pretty sure that would not happen lol. Solomon would need to like... cast protection spells on himself because all the brothers would be constantly trying to kill him in his sleep or just mess with him. I think it'd be really cute if MC moved into Purgatory Hall, though. Because I know that Simeon and Luke would love to have them there. Raphael probably doesn't care as much but I don't think he'd be opposed. In that situation, I think it'd be easier for MC to deal with the brothers because they wouldn't be around quite as much. There's also the option of the two of them just finding their own place.

I just think it'd be easier overall if MC wasn't living with the brothers, you know?

I also think that Solomon would only tolerate the brothers being upset for so long before he'd call them out on it. I agree that Asmo and Simeon would be the first to notice and I think both of them would ask him about it. I also think Satan would notice pretty quickly since he also seems to be close with Solomon. I just imagine all of them discussing it, Asmo and Satan being annoyed at first, but ultimately accepting it because they want their friends to be happy. And then Solomon kind of recruiting them to help him with the other brothers' reactions.

I've always felt like Mammon does not like Solomon and is very jealous of him. But like you said, if MC starts to sort of push him away, he's going to ask them what's going on. So Mammon would find out from MC and I think if MC really said you know I love Solomon and this is what I want that Mammon would come around. He wouldn't be happy about it, but it would be easier for him to accept. I can't imagine him wanting to talk to Solomon about it, though lol.

But I think that if the brothers really gave MC a hard time about it, Solomon would step in. I think he would deliberately confront them and tell them to knock it off. Especially if MC is miserable all the time because the brothers can't accept their choice. The thing about Solomon, in my opinion, is that he has this easy going demeanor and most of the time he's willing to just laugh about things. But he has some strong feelings, especially about MC, and he's not afraid to take action when he needs to. So I think he would talk to the brothers directly if he thought their reactions were making things hard for MC.

I'm really loving the idea of a discussion between Solomon and Lucifer about it. MC has just come back, Lucifer is just happy he can breathe again, like you said, and then he finds out they're engaged? And he's the last to know? I imagine MC and Solomon telling him together. He would be shocked, he would probably be angry, but he wouldn't want to have an outburst because he doesn't want to upset MC. But there is no doubt that he would threaten Solomon with bodily harm and Solomon just sorta laughs and threatens him right back and MC is over here sweating bullets because they think they're about to witness a legit fight lol. It'd be so dramatic. But I think Solomon would leave before it came to them actually fighting each other. He cares too much about MC to let that happen.

[ctheathy]

Rio Ranger Fluff Alphabet 1/4

Rio Ranger x Reader

Alphabet Letter ABCDEFG [Fluff]

Author’s note: Currently obsessed with the biggest bastard in the universe and have been mentally surviving because of Character AI, so I just had to scribble this down.

A little warning that this might be more harsh and unhealthy than your average fluff alphabet. But please remember that we’re talking about a character who quite literally lacks all positive emotions in his creation ... You are his heart. And he just needs to warm himself up to that.

Rio Ranger/Reader [Romantic]

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A ctivities - What do they like to do with their s/o? How do they spend their free time with them?

Because you’re technically both stuck in a killing game where danger lingers at every corner, a lot of the more ‘normal’ activities are most likely minimised. The role of being the third floormaster also puts a ton of responsibility on his hands, so most free time gets reduced to the smallest possible degree. This doesn’t stop you, however. You just keep dragging him along with you against his will. Rio would feel slightly weirded out but strangely amused by your behaviour towards him. Unlike the others, you never treated him as your enemy to begin with. He’d play along with you at first. Constantly watching if you have any hidden motives or goals behind your sickly sweet demeanor. Only to figure out the facts and realise that... You don't.

You’d pull him along to do quite literally anything remotely fun you have the chance of doing in this hell hole, pulling him away from the killing game itself after the said attractions to instead spend both of your time in your assigned room. I especially enjoy the thought of you both doing activities in order to make him feel more human rather than as a doll. This usually just results in you painting his nails, giving him some make-up of your own to enjoy, using some facial paint on his features or brushing his beautiful ginger locks as you both babble your days away. Other fun things would include you both creating more face cards such as the ones he always held with him, helping you make some of your own so you two can twin.

B eauty - What do they admire about their s/o? What do they think is beautiful about them?

Due to him physically being a doll and having this inferiority complex towards humans, he’s most likely going to adore every single inch of you, his low status striking him once again, but he wouldn’t dare show you this. It sadly does add onto insecurity and even potential jealousy. And although the list of things he adores about you is endless, there’s something else in particular that specifically helped you steal his heart with no exceptions.

Your determination to be kind to him.

This is what he admires about you the most. We all know he can behave like an unbearable prick and he made it clear that he wasn’t up for friendships with humans. And yet... You never lost your hope in him. Despite his floormaster title, you still viewed an treated him as you did with any other participant. You still smiled at him. And your lack of resentment towards him might just be exactly what he needed in order to lessen his own towards the other players in the game.

C omfort - How would they help their s/o when they feel down/have a panic attack etc.?

Rio has little to no experience in proper communication, much less the instinctive responses the human body and mind can have towards themselves. As soon as you fall into these little habits, he would at first just stare blankly at you; not knowing what on earth to think. He’d move over towards you, being somewhat awkward with his movements yet being strangely... Caring at the same time. He won’t be too intimately touchy with you, but you’ll definitely get a hug here and there and he always seems to want to entangle his hand with yours.

Ranger has seen the affects of true despair on past participants. And despite his lack of care and empathy towards others, he knows he doesn’t want you to feel the same way. He finds the sensitivity of human emotions difficult to deal with, but ... He cannot help but feel this need to help you. Despite being rather unhandy when it comes to physical contact and affection, it seems like he wants to stay close to you or at least remain in the same room whenever you’re feeling down or are going through an episode. He’d also leave behind snacks and other basic human needs to make sure you’ll still take good care of yourself. He does truly care about you in his own way ...and it will show as long as you keep note of the little details.

D reams - How do they picture their future with their s/o?

He doesn’t really tend to think about the future nor care about it that deeply. To him, the only importance is here and now. Though every now and then his mind will go towards the what ifs. He’s seen romantically involved relationships between other players before you came along and though he never thought much of it back then; he sometimes cannot help but hope for the exact same things to happen between you two. The connections he’s gotten glimpses of before you two became a couple stuck with him and it now sometimes makes him wonder if the same are capable between you and him.

Somewhere deep down, he truly does desire a bond of trust with another that doesn’t require certain motives or gets deeply affected with the current circumstances you find yourselves in. He wants to be understood and accepted for who he is.

He wants to be... Human

E qual - Are they the dominant one in the relationship, or rather passive?

He naturally feels inferior towards those who are human and you are no exception. This mainly results in him trying to boss you around and act like a much more dominant individual than he actually is. He’s always had this facade to keep on in order to live up to his father’s expectations as the third floormaster. He wants to believe that he’ll stick together like glue until the end, with or without being looked after. But he keeps on feeling this damned warmth in his chest whenever you provide the littlest bit of affection, resulting in him melting in your arms behind pure instinct.

Realistically speaking, the boy loves to be babied and has a soft spot for those who are the nurturing type. He’s really just a child in an adult’s body, especially after facing the neglect of his father. He likes to convince himself that he doesn’t need love and care at all. But if anything, he internally craves it more than anything. He finds himself getting shaken up with the tiniest bit of affection and doesn’t know how to handle the sensation of it. He truly is rather sensitive towards it all.

F ight - Would they be easy to forgive their s/o? How are they fighting?

Ah yes. Very fluffy, guys.

It most likely depends on what the fight is about. You both constantly get into little squabbles and contests where you test one another, mainly caused by Ranger’s unending and merciless teasing. But there is absolutely no hard feelings behind a lovers quarrel. Heavier topics however ... are a different story. It most likely ranges between his insecurities getting the best of him and taking it out on you, or you calling out his father’s terrible influence. And if it’s mentioned, Ranger goes mad.

Even if somewhere deep down, he knows that you’re more than right. After a screaming fit is thrown, he’s likely going to avoid you for a while to try and sort his feelings out. Fortunately after this, he will 100% come crawling back like his life depends on it. And in all honesty, it does. You’re the only one out there who made him experience these foreign feelings... he wouldn’t dare lose that now. He seems like the type to never directly apologise because of his stubborn- and pettiness, but he would stop trying to prevent facing you at some point. He’d still dodge questions and reason, but he would try and show he’s sorry by giving you little gifts all around the block.

G ratitude - How grateful are they in general? Are they aware of what their s/o is doing for them?

He wouldn’t share it to the open eye for sure, but he does realise that you’ve always done a lot for him. He sometimes even considers himself undeserving for every little effort you’ve put into your bond with him. He struggles a lot with sharing his true emotions and it has a lot of healing to do in order for this to get better. He shows his gratefulness through physical touch and contact, something he usually wouldn’t allow at all and where one could get highly punished for. Instead, he just shows his appreciation and gratitude for you through his own ways and as much as he possibly can.

He’s absolutely smitten ... Just through his own circumstances.

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[ecivons]

Okay Shabuggy thoughts now :’)

I don’t think we really know too much about Shanks to know what he would.. really be like pursuing a romantic relationship. Or maybe we do. We definitely know more about him than Buggy. But at the same time he’s just such a mystery? Buggy is like Luffy where he isn’t necessarily a flat character but he’s a simple one, who has goals and motivations that aren’t so hard to read (he’s an open book— especially to those that know him well). With the few Shabuggy fics I have read though, people seem to agree that it’s always shanks pursing, reaching out, and buggy could care less about him (he’s like an indignant childish and petty wife) because Shanks, as successful as he is, is just a guy. And he doesn’t try to act all high and mighty for his status, he just stays as laid back and care free (on the surface) as he always has been. But he’s not really one to share his past and he went through a lot with Roger, so people think of his easy going ness and friendly nature to just be a facade for how lonely and detached he is. Like.. he had people he cares about but at the same time he’s lonely? If that makes sense (I think everyone has experienced that specific type of loneliness and longing before). And Buggy, the same, simple, easy-to-read guy is the perfect solace for Shanks. Someone who can understand what he’s lost, and someone who stays comfortingly the same even after all their years apart. So even if Buggy hates him and acts like he wants nothing to do with him, Shanks can’t help but still gravitate towards him (and Buggy will too; will allow himself to indulge in Shanks’ whims because he always has and why stop now). From Buggy’s perspective, Shanks will always be the same infuriatingly laid back guy as always. But there’s an underlying darkness now. It’s like he’s been through and seen shit. For all that they’ve stayed the same in those years apart, they’ve also changed and grown into different people. Because they aren’t kids anymore, and they both know this. I think Buggy embraces that fact, while Shanks wants to ignore it and focus on the lingering attachment he has to their past together (with Roger). AND AND OKAY CONTINUING. Buggy KNOWSSS how sentimental Shanks is. And he thinks it’s STUPID because he can get wistful about the old days bc ofc who wouldn’t but he isn’t gonna waste time reminiscing when there’s treasure to be stolen. BUT SHANKSS shanks finds value in the past and in their adventures and in all the people they met along the way,, so when shanks shows interest in buggy, buggy cant help but feel like it’s a prank or a fleeting whim that his carefree ass will easily just give up on. And he thinks that to Shanks, he’s nothing but a memory. He thinks Shanks is holding on too hard to their childhood on that damn ship and Buggy isn’t going to let himself fall into a romance with a guy who looks at him and sees someone that only existed decades ago.

So yeah, typing this all out made me realize that I really like one-sided shabuggy.. but not really one sided? It’s one sided from BOTH sides because buggy will not stop pushing shanks away because he doesn’t believe shanks actually fucking likes him and shanks isn’t one to overstep his boundaries for something so selfish (and he doesn’t want to lose such a precious old friend) so they stay in this stasis forever and never move on.

[canayams-art]

YOU JUST PUT ALL THE MESSED UP ALL OVER THE PLACE THOUGHTS I HAD ABOUT LQQ AND MQ INTO WORDS AND I'M ABSOLUTELY SO SO GRATEFUL FOR THE WORD VOMIT DONT WORRY SKDJEKJDKD

like i honestly didn't even think much about them aside from that one hc about lqq growing up worshiping mq and now i literally cannot stop thinking about them. lqq's gratitude and earnestness and mq's conflicting feelings regarding the attention he's getting from him is making me insane

the proximity in their ascensions is also a good excuse to think about possible lingering resentment towards yong'an from mq's side, because like while i do think he would be less sentimental when it comes to xianle kingdom as a whole, it still was his home which he fought to protect and lqq a living reminder he failed. and while i don't think he would necessarily regret his suggestion on how to deal with the yong'an army (especially since it was turned down immediately after he said it lol), i do think he would spend unhealthy amount of time thinking about it. but oh fx just bringing it up in front of lqq and mq seeing his reaction to it actually might tho

THE ANGST?!? OF LQQ'S VIEW OF HIS KIND AND GENEROUS GOD SHATTERING??? OF MQ THINKING "ah of course this was meant to break as well, of course he will always be hated no matter what"?! ONLY THIS TIME IT'S ABOUT SOMETHING THAT NOT EVEN HE CAN DENY BECAUSE THIS TIME IT'S ACTUALLY TRUE!!!!

but but also have we considered how much would lqq remind mq of prince xl 👀🫢

IMAGINE THAT CAT FINALLY BEING LET OUT OF THE BAG !!! Like— Mq absolutely never planned on telling lqq about it, especially since it never amounted to any real action. But lqq finding out about it— hearing from someone else altogether— I can only imagine how he would feel given his overwhelming sense of righteousness. He admired mq as a savior despite the way mq wanted to cause his people harm in an arguably cruel way. It never happened but it was discussed— the idea exists and had no one told mq “no,” then it very well may have happened.

I want to believe lqq would move past the dark ideations that come as a consequence of war— he took in and accepted the Xianle refugees during his time as a mortal. Because of lqq and thanks to xl’s sacrifice, the very tense relationship between former Xianle citizens and his own Yong’an people never amounted to a second war (despite the meddling of Qi Rong). He united them and managed to maintain stability. Like mq’s situation, things would’ve ended very different if lqq had heard his father’s dying wishes and not his teacher’s false confessions. And even though he doesn’t find out the full extent of the gilded banquet massacre until wayyyy later, I still want to think lqq recognizes that mq didn’t get to follow through with the idea and never harmed anyone from Yong’an after Xianle’s fall even though he definitely had the capability. Instead mq inadvertently helped Yong’an and then left them be— mq didn’t hold resentment so maybe,,,,, neither would lqq. Over time, of course.

I definitely think lqq’s short fuse for justice might get the better of him. But given some time to be calm and think about it more, he probably would’ve seen the truth of it— otherwise rather than falling asleep at heavenly court he might be glaring daggers at mq the entire time. That boy has an overarching sense for being carefree despite the traumas he’s endured— he is capable of moving past adversity.

Mq’s secret being revealed while they’re both young gods is especially interesting to think about— the wounds from the war have healed but there’s still some scars left on both parties. He definitely bristles up when he’s accused of things and he doesn’t easily forget the way people see him. On one hand he would be thinking “It never happened so why are we talking about it??” But on the other it’s the slight sting of having someone who genuinely looked up to him suddenly thinking so little of him and it was inadvertently his fault. Sure someone else spilled the beans, but the one who spilled them isn’t as responsible for them as the one who owns them. If nothing else, maybe mq could learn something about himself from this.

Like— I think in time they’d be FINE. Maybe lqq would see mq differently but maybe mq wouldn’t feel like he has anything to hide anymore. Maybe the versions of them that come out of it are the versions they should’ve started off with. Or maybe it’s how they decide to start over from it that really matters.

Whatever the case, I love thinking of these insane hypothetical scenarios !!! Sorry again for having so many thoughts and very little organization! You’ve really tapped into a part of my brain that has me feeling absolutely deranged about this.

(Also going CRAZY thinking about mq seeing prince xl in lqq— mq seeing xl in him even though he doesn’t yet know that xl was lqq’s beloved teacher. The nostalgia that comes with seeing a reflection of someone you very much wanted to call a friend but never could in the end. Maybe lqq rekindles that feeling. Maybe mq lets himself be who he wanted to be around xl. I’m normal (deranged) I’m soooo normal.)

[skye-huntress]

Otherside Picnic Volume 8 Thoughts - Part 1

J-Novel Club released the first part of the English translation for Volume 8, and because I was impatient I thought, might as well subscribe and read as I go. It also helped that there was one other novel I wanted to read but that’s a potential topic for another time. Anyway, this volume will be split into nine parts so I’ll probably be doing this for a while.

For those not familiar with Otherside Picnic by Iori Miyazawa, I’m not sure how to accurately explain it. Two disaster lesbians with guns explore a parallel world of supernatural horrors like it’s their playground, at the risk of insanity, bodily mutation and death? There’s the novels, the manga and the anime, though for best experience, the novels are the way to go.

Spoilers are below the cut.

File 24: Mujina Attacks

1

With a title like “Accomplices No More” and that synopsis, I shouldn’t be surprised we’re starting off with the big question.

2

Toriko’s birthday is so close to mine, you’d think I’d have remembered. Also I’m reminded that Sorawa forgot about her own birthday but remembered the exact date she met Toriko almost a year later.

Speaking of their anniversary, it seems Sorawo is not completely dense after all! Yes, Toriko was hoping to get lucky with you, you idiot! But then you killed the mood by talking about murdering her ex.

Gifts for Toriko? What do you get for the girl who got you matching knives for Christmas?

I wasn’t expecting lingering trauma from that encounter last volume. That should be interesting going forward, seeing how physically affectionate Toriko is. On the one hand, I know Sorawo should tell her why she freaked out, but on the other hand, we really don’t want to repeat past mistakes by bringing her up again on their birthday date.

So we’re back to the question, how does Sorawo feel about Toriko? I think Toriko has been very patient and understanding with Sorawo, but this has been dragging on for a while. It’s past time that Sorawo put some serious thought into what Toriko means to her and what she wants their relationship to be like.

A week with no contact, though. Ordinarily, I’d say it is for the best, but these two can get sucked into some Otherside nonsense at any time and any place, even in their own homes. At least Sorawo has Akari check in with her on occassion, but as far as I know Toriko doesn’t have anyone in her everyday life to do that for her. At least not somebody who’d know to contact Kozakura or Sorawo.

3

It’s funny to think about how the cynical loner Sorawo is actually percieved as the cool kid in her class, contrary to how she thinks she is percieved.

The entire conversation with Benimori is easily the highlight of Part 1.

Let’s start with how she lead with the questioning. Even now, I’m not sure how I’d describe Toriko, especially if put on the spot like that, so I can empathise with Sorawo. Even so, Benimori was patient and took it one step at a time to get the most important and relevant information out of her.

The part about separating love, romance and sex, and the various assumed aspects is definitely something to think about, and very relevant for someone like Sorawo, or even me. For me, I think at some point I knew to view each of these things as separate, but I consider this a reminder that some people do view them as a package deal. It’s easier for me to think every relationship is unique than for me to remember that for some people being in a relationship means doing x, y and z.

My favourite part of the questioning was when she asked Sorawo if she could imagine bringing her partner to a love hotel. She did but nothing happened. “Your partner wasn’t disappointed, were they?” We all were!

There was another part though, when she brought up the eyepatch and wondering if this partner was abusive. I could understand the caution and was prepared to write it off, then I remembered how Toriko resolved the situation by slapping Sorawo in an attempt to “fix” her and then shoved her ghost finger into her eyeball. They’re both kind of messed up though, and they know and accept that about each other, so it’s probably just something they’ll need to work on in the future.

Also appreciate how until the end, Benimori stuck to the gender-neutral terms and avoid making any assumptions. Although, given Sorawo’s limited social circle and the fact that she made it clear her partner was someone she’s spent a fair amount of time with already, it probably wasn’t hard for her to guess who it was. Toriko has visited Sorawo at her uni a few times and she stands out a lot.

That’s it for Part 1. My guess is that Sorawo will ask Akari next, for no other reason than convenience. Maybe she’ll drag her beloved Nattsun into the conversation. Then I suppose it’s just Kozakura left. I can’t imagine Sorawo going to Migiwa, Runa or Kasumi for this.

[athenabehavioralhealth]

Depression:Howto Recognize if You’re Experiencing It

Depression is a mental health condition that affects millions of people worldwide. It can manifest in various ways, making it a complex and often misunderstood disorder. Recognizing the signs and symptoms of depression is crucial for seeking help and beginning the journey toward mental wellness.

 Therefore, it is important to know how you can identify whether you have depression. If you’re wondering, How do I know I have depression, discussing the importance of seeking treatment from a mental rehabilitation center near you, especially if you are in Gurugram, Haryana, where access to mental rehabilitation centers is crucial, is a vital step.

Understanding Depression

Depression, also known as major depressive disorder, is a common mental health condition characterized by persistent feelings of sadness, hopelessness, and a lack of interest or pleasure in activities that were once enjoyable.

 While it is normal to experience occasional feelings of sadness or unhappiness, depression is different in that it often lingers for extended periods and can significantly impact a person’s daily life.

Key Symptoms of Depression

Recognizing the symptoms of depression is crucial for early intervention and effective treatment. While the experience of depression can vary from person to person, there are several common symptoms to be aware of. A few of these are:

Persistent Sadness:One of the hallmark symptoms of depression is a profound and persistent feeling of sadness or emptiness. This sadness may not always have an apparent cause and can endure for weeks or even months.

Loss of Interest or Pleasure:People with depression often lose interest in activities they once enjoyed. Hobbies, social interactions, and even personal relationships may no longer bring the same joy and fulfillment.

Changes in Appetite and Weight:Depression can disrupt eating habits, leading to overeating or undereating. These changes can result in significant weight gain or loss over a short period.

Sleep Disturbances:Sleep problems are a common feature of depression. This may manifest as insomnia, making it difficult to fall asleep or stay asleep, or excessive sleeping, often accompanied by feelings of fatigue.

Low Energy and Fatigue:Individuals with depression frequently report a persistent lack of energy. Even routine tasks can become overwhelming, leading to constant feelings of tiredness and exhaustion.

Feelings of Worthlessness and Guilt:Depression can lead to excessive self-criticism and feelings of worthlessness. Individuals may dwell on perceived past mistakes or flaws, even when there’s no objective basis for these thoughts.

Difficulty Concentrating:Depression can impair cognitive function, making it challenging to focus, make decisions, or engage in daily tasks effectively. Memory and attention problems are common.

Physical Symptoms:Depression doesn’t just affect emotions; it can also manifest as physical symptoms. These may include unexplained aches, pains, digestive issues, and headaches.

Recurrent Thoughts of Death or Suicide:In severe cases, individuals with depression may experience recurring thoughts of death, suicide, or engage in self-harming behaviors. It is crucial to seek immediate help in such situations.

Social Withdrawal:Depression often leads to social isolation. Individuals may withdraw from friends and family, further exacerbating their feelings of loneliness and sadness.

Assessing Your Symptoms

If you recognize several of the symptoms mentioned above and they persist for more than two weeks, it is essential to consider the possibility that you may be suffering from depression. However, it is crucial to remember that only a healthcare professional can provide a definitive diagnosis. Seeking professional help from a Mental rehabilitation treatment centre in Gurgaon or any other city is the next step.

Importance of Seeking Treatment for Depression

While it is natural to experience occasional sadness or low moods, depression is characterized by persistent, severe symptoms that can disrupt daily functioning. Seeking treatment for depression from Mental rehabs treatment center Gurgaon or whichever city you are located in is of paramount importance for several reasons:

Improved Quality of Life:Depression can strip away the ability to find joy in life’s simple pleasures and can lead to feelings of hopelessness and despair. Seeking treatment can help individuals regain their enthusiasm for life, enhance their emotional well-being, and enjoy a better quality of life.

Prevention of Worsening Symptoms:Untreated depression often worsens over time, potentially leading to more severe symptoms. The longer it persists, the more challenging it becomes to treat. Early intervention can prevent the condition from progressing to a more debilitating stage.

Enhanced Functioning:Depression can interfere with a person’s ability to concentrate, make decisions, and carry out day-to-day tasks. By seeking treatment, individuals can regain their cognitive and functional abilities, allowing them to be more productive at work, school, and in their personal lives.

Reduction of Physical Health Risks:Depression is not solely a mental health issue. It is linked to various physical health problems, including cardiovascular disease, diabetes, and a weakened immune system. By addressing depression, individuals can lower their risk of developing these associated health issues.

Positive Impact on Relationships:Depression can strain personal relationships, leading to isolation and misunderstandings. Treatment can help individuals rebuild and maintain healthy connections with loved ones.

Suicide Prevention:In severe cases, depression can lead to suicidal thoughts and behaviors. Seeking treatment is a crucial step in preventing suicide and ensuring an individual’s safety.

Customized Treatment Plans:Mental health professionals can create personalized treatment plans tailored to an individual’s unique needs. These plans may include therapy, medication, lifestyle changes, or a combination of these approaches to address the root causes of depression.

Medication Management:In some instances, medication may be necessary to manage the symptoms of depression. Mental health professionals can prescribe and monitor these medications to ensure they are both effective and safe.

Therapeutic Support:Therapy is a cornerstone of depression treatment. Whether through individual, group, or family therapy, individuals can receive emotional and psychological support, learn coping strategies, and develop resilience.

A Supportive Environment:Seeking treatment in a mental rehabilitation center or through a mental health professional offers a supportive, non-judgmental environment where individuals can openly discuss their feelings, experiences, and concerns. This environment is essential in overcoming the isolation and stigma often associated with depression.

Learning Coping Skills:Treatment helps individuals develop coping skills to manage their symptoms effectively. This equips them with the tools needed to navigate life’s challenges and handle future stressors.

Hope and Recovery:Depression can make individuals feel as though there is no way out of their suffering. Treatment provides hope, showing that recovery is possible, and individuals can lead fulfilling, meaningful lives.

Finding a Mental Rehabilitation Center Near Gurugram, Haryana

If you are in Gurugram, Haryana, and looking for a mental rehabilitation center, it is important to know your options. Here are some steps to find the right facility for your needs:

Research:Start by conducting online research. Look for mental rehabilitation centers near Gurugram or in the broader Haryana region. Read reviews, check their websites, and gather as much information as possible.

Seek Referrals:Talk to your primary care physician, a mental health professional, or friends and family for referrals. They may have valuable recommendations based on their experiences.

Contact the Centers:Reach out to the mental rehabilitation centers you are interested in. Ask about their treatment programs, staff qualifications, and the types of therapies they offer.

Visit the Facilities:Whenever possible, schedule a visit to the centers you are considering. This will allow you to assess the environment, meet the staff, and ask any questions you have.

Check Accreditation:Ensure that the center is accredited and licensed to provide mental health services. This ensures that they meet certain standards of care.

Review Insurance Coverage:If you have health insurance, check if the mental rehabilitation center is covered by your plan. Understanding the financial aspect is important in making your decision.

Seek Professional Help

Depression is a serious mental health condition that affects millions of people, and recognizing its signs and symptoms is the first step toward recovery. If you suspect that you have depression, seeking help from a mental rehabilitation center near you, especially in Gurugram, Haryana, is crucial.

These centers offer personalized care, therapeutic support, medication management, and a supportive environment to help you on your journey to mental wellness.

If you are located in the Gurugram, Haryana region and find yourself in need of more extensive support, it is essential to know that there are prominent mental rehabilitation treatment facilities such as Athena Behavioral Health. 

This center stands out as a leader in the field of mental health and addiction treatment. With a highly skilled and dedicated staff, they provide top-notch amenities to patients, ensuring that each individual receives tailored care and attention.

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[thecryptidcottage]

soliloquivm​.

✯ location : the grind ✯ status : closed - dani ( @thecryptidcottage )

‘ — SO , ANY APARTMENT HUNTING ? ‘ yejun sits themselves down in front of dani , offering a cup of coffee and her favorite pastry before continuing , perhaps they are too soft hearted , but the truth is there is always a concern for dani’s living situation , especially considering they slept on his couch for a time until the spare room was able to be opened up . ‘ you know , if you need anything , you can just ask right ? i could even give you a stellar reference for jobs , apartments , whatever , just .. you know , try and give me a heads up first . ‘

          dani’s always had a bit of a soft spot for yejun, since they met ; they’ve got a kind and generous heart and they’ve helped dani out of more than one sticky situation in the past, given the oft wayward bassist somewhere to stay, fed them and offered pillows for their couch. they never had to show dani that kindness, but they did ― and they do, still. a grateful smile tugs at dani’s lips as yejun offers him coffee and a pastry, a luxury dani doesn’t often splurge on. it almost feels like brunch, and he wonders if yejun is the kind of person who does things like this often. it wouldn’t surprise them to find out yejun has befriended the baristas, that they’re fond enough to remember his usual order. the thought keeps his smile lingering maybe a moment too long for whatever reason and he almost forgets he’s been asked a question.

          ❝ about that, ❞ dani begins, tearing off a corner of the pastry and popping it in his mouth definitely not to buy a few seconds’ time to come up with a decent answer. ❝ i’ve been keeping myself off the streets, don’t worry, ❞ he jokes, and it’s mostly true ; whether crashing on the couches of their band mates and friends or in the beds of strangers and flings they find on their various escapades, they’ve usually got a roof over their head and a pillow beneath it. someone’s pillow. ❝ and i appreciate it, seriously, but i, uh ― look, don’t call me crazy for this because i mean it, it’s like ― it’s real, but the band got signed. we’ve been in the studio, working on a legitimate fucking album if you can believe it. and then once there’s an album, there’s gonna be a tour, even if ― even if we’re only opening for someone else. and if we’re gonna be traveling, what’s the point in paying for a flat, right ? ❞

[doctorgerth]

In the Mood

Part One | Part Two

a/n: I had two ppl request more characters for this and I couldn’t resist 🤧 also added some personal favs; why is Denjiro’s so soft plz help me I love that man

featuring: Mihawk, Shanks, Benn, Doflamingo, Rosinante, Crocodile, Smoker, Denjiro, Luffy, Usopp + gn!reader

summary: signs that the guys are in the mood to schedule you a dick appointment 🍆

warnings: NSFW; more horny men

MIHAWK ➠ His voice softens; speech suddenly slow and sensual. His ravenous gaze paired with his sultry tone easily reveals his desire for you. The cherry on top? Bits of Spanish slips off his tongue, especially endearing names that he only calls you on special occasions. He might even pull you close and whisper in your ear exactly what he wants to do to you. In Spanish of course, because he can’t help but to laugh and be even more turned on by your dumbfounded expression and how urgently you’re pulling him to the bedroom, begging for your next Spanish lesson. No matter how fluent you may be.

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SHANKS ➠ He’s usually easy to read when he’s in the mood because he’s pretty much always dtf. Shanks utilizes all the normal signs like being (extra) handsy or looking at you a certain way, but the biggest giveaway is when he gets super flirty and starts dishing out suggestive jokes/pickup lines. The key is to get you thinking about sex with him, and when his hands are all over you, eyes lingering on your lips, his own curved mischievously like that, it’s hard not to think about boning that man. Also definitely does the eyebrow wiggle, because he’s a big dork. A big horny dork. 

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BENN ➠ Opposite of his captain, Benn takes a more subtle approach when letting you know he’s in the mood. Aside from whispering his desires into your ear, he likes to spontaneously give you a massage. It’s sweet; a domestic exchange that hardly ever raises suspicion from those around you. But what they don’t notice is when those sinful hands ghost over sensitive areas, letting you know there’s some other places he has in mind to give special attention to. Benn is secretly a tease, and you squirming under his affections only makes him want you more. 

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DOFLAMINGO ➠ Puts that long, sinful tongue to work. Whether he’s licking your neck, the shell of your ear, or even his own lips, you can tell he’s horny by the tongue wag. He’s shameless in the way he states his lustful thoughts, no matter if you two are alone or are around others. Also does not shy away from simply showing you. Man spreads like a slut to put his hard-on on display for you, brows cocked with a devilish grin on his face that challenges you to do something about it. Will pull you into his lap or pin you against the wall and grind himself against you, just so you can feel what you do to him. 

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ROSINANTE ➠ Unlike his demon brother, sweet Rosi gets a little embarrassed when he’s particularly needy for you. Will suddenly pull you close and bury his face in your neck in what seems to be an adorable attempt to hide his embarrassment. At first it’s really cute and innocent, but when he starts kissing all your sweet spots, teeth and tongue grazing your soft skin, and muttering weak whimpers of your name, then you know his true intentions. Will use his powers to his advantage if he verbalizes his desires, just to be sure no one overhears his rather explicit declarations of how badly he wants you. 

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CROCODILE ➠ He is noticeably, and purposefully, not smoking around you. Thus, his hands and lips get a bit restless. Smoking is good stress relief, and when he’s without, well, he has to put his lips on something to keep him occupied. Because when he’s in the mood, he’d much rather have you between his teeth. He also gets really teasey as he will push your buttons until you’re at your limit and he challenges you with a suggestive, “Make me” or “Well, what are you gonna do about it?” The man is manipulative, but sometimes in the best ways. 

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SMOKER ➠ His gaze lingers. When in the mood, he’s at war with his mind as he tries to think of anything else other than taking you right then against the nearest surface. It’s far too evident in the way he stares at you intensely, hardly listening to your words as he’s fixated on the way your lips move, mind clouded with images of you putting those lips to work in intimate ways. Smoker’s eye contact is usually pretty intense, but the way it lingers on your exposed skin, pointed gaze like a compass needle aiming right at the areas of you he wants to give his full attention to, has you ready to bend over his desk for him.

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DENJIRO ➠ Denjiro is known for staying composed, easily suppressing his true thoughts on any matter and putting on a poker face. When it comes to you, however, he doesn’t hold back. Whether he chooses not to or just physically can’t is still undeclared, but when he wants you, boy does he show it. Literally cannot keep his hands off of you as they roam your figure, tugging at your clothes, playing with your hair, fingers toying with your lips - he stares at you dreamily and gets a little pouty as he begs for your touch, lips desperately chasing yours like kissing you for the first time all over again.

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LUFFY ➠ For this captain, it’s all in the way he kisses you. Luffy’s kisses are typically soft - loving pecks to your cheek or forehead here and there and playful kisses with wide smiles between them. Even when alone, he keeps his lips on yours in heavenly motions, taking his time in moving with you, exploring you. But when that slick muscle slips past your teeth, and there’s a sudden urgency in the way his lips move against yours, he doesn’t have to verbalize how much he wants you. You can practically taste it.

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USOPP ➠ Gets super flustered. A blushing, stuttering mess who can’t even look at you because he might pop a boner right in front of everyone. You two have had to develop secret signals for when he needs a little assistance, because he’s sure as hell not going to come up and tell or show you that he is horny when you two are around others. But if you’re already alone, he is a little braver as his strong hands embrace your figure and he whispers something sweet such as an “I need you” then pulls you close to him for a searing kiss.

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[hesitationss]

okay i think this may be a smaller possibly overlooked thing that happened this past episode for g witch but is significant/foreshadowing to future social issues within the g witch universe. so spoilers ahead

first of all, SO MUCH happened that episode, we are getting more and more delicious political/insurgence build up. we got a little bit about earthian resistance and rebellion a while ago and got to see chu chu punch a bigot (i really feel for her, the heavy weight on earth student’s shoulders!) and this was a nice peak at the business class of space investors, what is the norm for business dealings, the types of galas that miorine, shaddiq, and guel have been going to their whole lives (was going to add elan too but his past is precarious)

even with all of that happening i wanted to take note of the moment with nika, when she is grabbing food and shaddiq approaches her. he express gratitude toward her in a way i can only describe as private humiliation? in public where she can’t lash out, not that she is the type of character to do so. but 100% it is a power play.

i am remembering the episode before when aerial was in need of upgrade to be able to duel the pharact, i think it was nika or maybe another earthian who offhandedly talked about how much it would cost them, that they would be eating scraps if suletta lost. tbh in my mind class and power narratives are always lingering in my mind, i thought that suletta was going to decided on asking for piel sponsorship for the earth house against elan… but she asked to get to know him instead lmfao (brainwashed by heterosexuality…) but nika pulled through and upgraded second hand technology which she never said where she sourced it from. i am guessing shaddiq is helping her out in exchange for data and other info on aerial, namely evidence of the GUND format. aside from suletta, my favourite characters so far have been nika, shaddiq, and chuchu. This episode kind confirmed that they had more going on and would be interesting players setting up some of the social-political context especially considering that we don’t have any adult earthians in play yet.

also i hope i don’t sound like i’m pulling this out of my ass lol, it’s hard to explain all the specific reading as i process each episode.

in terms of the three main branches, we know that elan is merely doing as he’s told and the stoic cold version that we’ve gotten to know he is no longer with us. he was once a person that was bioengineered to be able to pilot with the GUND format, we also know that he only had a limited number of times he could pilot before he became ‘obsolete’, and he had been lied to think that he would have his identity returned to him. basically he is a bioengineered NEWTYPE, whereas suletta “the witch who broke the curse” is a NEWTYPE all on her own (she has no clue, but this also got its seeds planted this episode!).

Guel, tho also driven by duty as a his father’s son, was someone who was very unfulfilled and unaware of his own failings and personhood. he was a headstrong entitled guy who was full of it because of his father and the importance if being the head pilot for his family and i’m guess he also heavily projected because of how his father is also an ambitious bully. When he develops a sense of personhood and moral compass via the talk w Suletta and gets a glimps of compassion and a loving family, you can see the lightbulb start to flicker in his head. when suletta beats him for the second time, while guel is dealing w his father’s disapproval and ultimately a rejection of trust and belief in him, suletta being her kind and friendly self expresses this warmth towards him and the flip instantly switches for him. it has actually been very nice to see him slowly loose his harshness that was definitely a social/emotional barrier and also funny seeing him dealing w a crush at the same time that he is trying to break the toxic cycle.

SHADDIQ however doesn’t have that same inner turmoil. he understands duty and responsibility like the other two, but unlike elan and guel, he knows who he is and he doesn’t need to prove himself. he has a father who “trusts” him, he regularly attends business meetings doing work too, and he is able to moderate and his father relays important info including him in discussions. we still don’t know the details of the house/family, we know that despite his laid back personality, he is responsible and perceptive. he is more like a protege than son. that is why i think that out of the three branches, he and the grassley house are possibly the most dangerous yet. we know that piel house had also had being the holder as one of their goals and “breaking the curse” was why elan existed. i am really invested in finiding out what grassley house is after and who shaddiq is beyond his well put together image. the grassley approach seems to be a social manipulation game and it will be interesting to see how shaddiq will put that to play and how poor suletta will be targeted. we keep getting all these small hints that nothing is ever as it seems. I am also in deep anticipation and dread for when shaddiq and nika interact again. it seems as though nika is this kind earnest girl who has also been places in a role of responsibility for the Earthian house. It is the kind of dread know that worse things will happen before the actions are brought to the forefront. I’m also remembering that shaddiq is seen as a ladies man lmao the other earth ppl were prob like ‘he’s flirting as usual’. idk if i mis-read that scene, but it was definitely him exerting some power over her. We already know that the Earth house struggles!! gosh i am really excited to see those two characters explored more!!

[enchantedalyse]

Elite Season 6: Post Watching Thoughts and Season Ranking List (SPOILERS)

After Samuel’s death in season 5 (and therefore the death of my favorite ship) I honestly wasn’t sure if I would continue with the show. I decided to give it a shot since I had some free time, and I’m actually glad that I did. I definitely think season 6 was the best of the post season 3 offerings. It got back to more of the core of what made the show popular. I also liked that the mystery wasn’t as obvious as the previous two seasons. I really loved the increase in friendship scenes as well. It was great to see everyone hanging out and supporting Isadora. So here are my initial thoughts, I’ll probably add on to this after having more time to think it through. Feel free to let me know your thoughts on this season and your season rankings as well!

I wanted Samuel’s death to have more of an impact. He was the main character since the beginning of the show, and they kinda just brushed past it. I wanted to see a funeral, his friends having a memorial for him, or something. I do think the fact that all the original characters/his friends were gone and no longer in the show impacted that choice, but I still wish it was handled differently (and didn’t happen at all). Also the fact that his killer was freed at the end was so upsetting, that man killed someone and he should pay for his crimes, not get his freedom back. Especially since Ari had finally gotten to a place to accept that what her father did was on purpose and not an accident, that if he had gotten Samuel help then he may still have been alive. Why does every character in this show get away with their crimes? Polo got away with killing Marina, Guzman got away with killing Armando, and Benjamin gets away with killing Samuel. No one is ever held responsible.

Isadora has taken the spot of my favorite character this season. I was kinda neutral on her character last season, but the same thing happened with Cayetana (I wasn’t her biggest fan in seasons 2-3, but loved her and her development in seasons 4-5. She became my favorite post Carla character). I think she also got the best storyline and character development this season as well. I really wanted her to get justice and revenge on the guys who hurt her and I’m glad that in the end she did. I also really like her friendship with Iván and hope we continue to see more of it next season. While this show doesn’t have the best track record with relationships (only one couple has ended up happy and together so far throughout the entire series) I did like her budding relationship with Didac and want to see more of it next season. I hope that in season 7 she gets to be happy, because she’s gone through a lot in seasons 5-6 and deserves it.

The final scene. I was surprised that they ended the season on an actual in the moment cliffhanger. I’m guessing that if anyone ends up getting killed it will be Didac’s brother Pau. If someone gets shot but survives, then I could see Didac being an option as well. It could technically also be some random student getting hit as well, since it happened in the school parking lot area. From what we heard/saw this season it seems like whatever business Pau is involved in is probably shady and not on the up and up, and likely the cause of this drive by shooting. Especially with Isadora’s mom originally meeting with him to discuss business, but then had him escorted/kicked out by security and fired Didac due to them being related. Whatever he was proposing she clearly wasn’t a fan of. It couldn’t just be that he was a potential competitor either, since she would have know that when agreeing to meet and talk business.

Lingering Questions/Thoughts:

• Can Iván and Isadora move in together? Iván is now all alone, while Isadora has been alone her whole life. I think them moving in together would be good and beneficial for both of them. I’m also a big fan of the found family trope.

• Why was no one bothered/upset about living or spending time at the house where Samuel was literally murdered? That was your classmate/friend/boyfriend and you’re all totally cool spending everyday and night at his murder site. Umm no, that should 100% bother all of them and they should have moved.

• Will Sara and Raul get away with their crime? Will being around Iván at school everyday lead to her feeling guilty and confess that she was the one driving the car? I don’t really see Raul admitting to anything though, he’d be more likely to put the entire blame/coverup on Sara.

• Who is responsible for the drive by shooting and did anyone get hurt or killed?

• How are they going to write Omar back into the show as a main character while making sure it makes sense to the plot? He won’t be back there to get revenge for Samuel’s death, since none of the Blanco’s are in season 7. He’s also no longer a student, so he wouldn’t be with the rest of the characters at school. He could get Cayetana’s old job as a cleaner there, or possibly work at Isadora’s club I guess.

My Season Ranking:

1. Season 2

2. Season 1

3. Season 3

4. Season 6

5. Season 4

6. Season 5

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Haiiii! I hope you’re having a great summer! I saw that your inbox was opened, and i absolutely looove your writing style, so i jumped on the occasion: Can i request a scenario for ace, law and nami with a really shy s/o that wants to kiss them, but doesn’t know how to say it? If it’s too much characters, you can do only one of them. I hope my request isn’t too troublesome! Have a good day!

Of course! 🌺 My summer has been pretty ok so far, I hope you’re having a good summer as well! Also thank you, I’m glad you enjoy the blog ^_^.

<Ace, Law, & Nami x Gn!reader>

Shy S/o Who Wants a Kiss

☆Ace

Your need for affection had been bothering you all week. You wanted Ace to kiss you, but the fear of rejection stopped you from initiating anything. Usually Ace was the one to give most of the physical affection in your relationship without a second thought, but he had been rather busy with his own tasks. Anytime you tried to start anything, all you could imagine was him saying no. It wasn’t anything Ace would actually do, and it was absurd that you could even imagine such a thing, but it still kept you from asking.

When the second week of little to no contact rolls around, you feel like you can’t take it anymore. When Ace gets beside you in bed after yet another long day, you impulsively ask him for what you want, all of your fear associated with the question gone. “Could you kiss me?” You watch him pause for a moment, before bursting into a raucous laughter. It takes him a second to recollect himself, much to your embarrassment, but his response soothes that wound.

“You’re cute, y’know that?” Is the only thing he says before he attacks your cheeks and lips with a myriad of messy kisses. It’s relieving to feel him kiss you all over and pay so much attention to you after 2 weeks. You loved Ace, and you knew he felt the same way, and he definitely knew how to show it.

☆Law

It doesn’t take long for him to realize something is up; especially with you subtly trying to get closer to him. You look like you want to say something, it’s obvious to Law, but you choose to stay quiet. He asks if anything’s wrong, but all you can respond with is a quiet “No.” Law doesn’t like being lied to, but it’s not like he can force an answer out of you. More uncomfortable silence fills the room as he tries to think of a way to help with your problem before you ask the long-awaited question.

“Can I kiss you?” He rolls his eyes at the question. Of course you could, you were his s/o. Was that really all you were so held up on asking him about? He doesn’t think too hard on it as you duck in to press a quick kiss to his lips, giving in to your small desire. It wasn’t anything special; it was chaste and hardly past 3 seconds, but it was all you needed. The light touch of his lips against yours was gentle, almost unreal. The feeling of your little kiss lingered even after you had long pulled away, begging you to go back for more. It was everything you had asked for.

☆Nami

“What’s wrong with you, are you upset or something?” You knew she would catch on, your tense silence was enough for Nami to realize somethings wrong. The problem was that you had been trying to get with her alone to ask for a kiss, but she insisted on sunbathing on the deck all day with you. The crew being around you both didn’t help the situation either.

You didn’t like the idea of waiting all day for such a simple request, so you leaned over from your chair and whispered in her ear, “Will you kiss me please?”

She sighs before she leans over to you to respond. “I can’t believe you got me worried over you for such a foolish request. Come a little closer.” You lean over to her a bit more before she plants a couple of quick kisses on your cheek. “Is that good enough?” You nod, thankful no one on deck saw, or at least didn’t say anything about it. “Good, now quit being so quiet, it’s like sitting with a statue.”

Thank you for your request! 🌺