#psst if you like what i do here i have a tipping link in my pinned post!

[artfightspotlight]

And that's a wrap!

with those last posts, my daily artfight reblogs for the year are complete!! with about ~50 posts queued per day, this was the biggest year yet! i hope everyone had fun! now... we wait to see who the winners are! but remember; everyone wins in an artfight :>

[moncuries]

psst hi idk if youre still doing art tips but... anything on lighting and shadows? no pressure ofc

hi anon <3 im actually so lazy when it comes to light and shadow. i hardly ever do anything dramatic. i think probably what looks nice is colouring :"]

ill see what i can offer

this is my oc mian ehmm and ive coloured this with black and white but i can do it in colour w u?

i can start w colours from a ref. i usually use a darker saturated colour around natural shadows at the get go

then i block in colours for the main

i cover the use of colourize on csp here and here and rendering! in this case it didnt add a whole lot to work w

most shadows r cool so this is the way i work. so a range between the current colour (mians actual sknitone) and the black dot (darker end of the shade spectrum for them

im so lazy! and you can still be convincing if ur lazy. if u have good lines, good colours, ur shadows can be lazy. so most of what i draw are just naturally occuring bc of the planes of the face. think about not only the shadow cast, but what its cast ON. like under the nose, our upper lip kind of curves up, meaning the shadow does too. cupids bow etc. other parts that are important, temple, eye socket.

different ocs have different shaped features. some ocs, i shade a little under their cheekbones, or dimples. some i do a lot more on the bridge of their nose . mian has dimples, deepset mouth corners and under eye bags, and remembering those makes them into mian.

i know this wasnt super in depth but do check out my other tutorials i linked above for more on rendering!! <3

[pixiecaps]

psst hey do u have any sdv mod reccs/any tips on how to use them 👀

yeah! so for stardew mods to work you need to first install the smapi api.

you can either do that through their main website or nexus

neither option has any cons theyre just based on preference on how you wanna install it but theyre both completely safe websites.

after you properly install smapi you’ll have to go to nexus which is the main website for all stardew valley mods. you’ll need to make an account to install stuff i believe. you can find a wide range of mods here that serve a lot of different purposes.

if you haven’t used nexus to mod before then as i mentioned before first make an account then once you are looking at a mod make sure to check the requirements first. sometimes mods need other mods to work and you need to install those first. after you checked the requirements you head to the files section and click manual download. after that select slow download then wait for it to install into your files. then you move those files into the stardew mod folder. if thats not clear enough you can find a bunch of tutorial videos on youtube with visuals:)

since you asked for my recs i’ll give you the list of which i actually use all the time.

NPC Map Locations

- very basic mod. majority of mod users will have this installed and it just shows you on the map where each npc is at at all times.

CJB Cheats Menu & CJB Item Spawner

- these two sorta go hand in hand for me but of course you don’t need to have both installed. this is definitely a play style preference thing but i personally like having these cheats installed for any type of situation that might happen in game that i can’t undo otherwise without them.

- the cheats menu adds a lot more flexibility and well cheats to the game so for instance: infinite health, infinite stamina, give yourself money, instantly increase hearts with whichever npc, always catch every fish, warp locations, change weather, change time, freeze time, and a lot more. this uses the P key to open in game but you can configure that to another bind if you’d like.

- the item spawner is a lot more simple. does what it says and spawns whichever item you want. so basically you can press the i key and it’ll open up a menu with every item in the game and you can spawn in the specific amount you want of something and so forth. simple concept. i mainly use this for when i accidentally sell or gift an item i wasnt intending to and then simply spawn it back in. i also use it for decorating my house:3

Look Up Anything

- this is literally like having the wiki at your disposal at all times in game. extremely helpful for so many reasons especially as i personally always had the wiki open to check for information on items and npcs so having this mod made it a lot quicker of a process. how it works is you simply hover your mouse over whatever you want information on and click f1 and it’ll display all the information about that thing to you! so if you hover over lets say harvey and press f1 it’ll show you a menu with his birthday, his love & like gifts, your hearts with them and how many points till the next heart, etc.

Seasonal Outfits

- this mod puts all the npcs in different outfits for the seasons. its just cute

Elle’s Seasonal Buildings & DaisyNiko’s Earthy Recolor

- the seasonal building allows a lot more variety in structures like farm building and adding holiday decor to npc buildings. simple stuff that can make the game more customized

- with seasonal buildings you can also install compatible recolors which is what the DaisyNiko’s link is. it’s the recolor i personally use for my main farm when i play. this is because the vanilla game is very saturated and does hurt my eyes so having more chilled out tones helps. you dont need to install the recolor i use or any in fact if you like the natural look of the game but just know the option is there and there’s a multitude of recolors you can use to make the game look different:3

Friends Forever

- no friendship decay because itsa pain in the ass and i have no time to talk to the npcs all day. this is very play style based some people enjoy having to go and ensure they speak to npcs daily im just not the type.

Part of The Community

- creates different ways for you to gain hearts easier and passively

Mailbox Menu & Zilch’s Envelopes

- i really like the letters and the fact you can only read them once bummed me out until i found this mod which adds a whole menu for your mail where you can go back and see all the letters you’ve received. feel like it adds that additional touch and care to the whole mail system in the game.

- then to go along with that menu theres the envelopes mod that customizes it even further and makes all the envelopes of the letters have cute appearances and designs. look at this and tell me that isn’t the best thing you’ve ever seen.

Honorable Mentions

- Chests Anywhere

- CJB Show Item Sell Price

in conclusion…

I really suggest just taking the time and scrolling through the nexus mods website on your own. they have a specific category for stardew and you can filter it by most popular and see what you find yourself. since everyone plays differently you might find you enjoy the more technical code side and want to change something to do with that or you might just simply wanna change the npc portraits and make them look nicer. theres so many options on how to mod this game and i honestly could go on forever with mod suggestions but at the end of the day its up to you! so hope this helps and i hope you have a fun time modding.

[cephaloct]

Welcome !! ☾⋆｡° ✮

Hey there! I’m Cephaloct (or simply Ceph, Cee, Loc), and I’m a digital artist! I post my stuff to most platforms, so it was only a matter of time before I returned to my old friend, Tumblr.

I’m mainly an OC artist, so most of what I do involves my silly little guys. My dream is to get my comic Heroics Heroes properly made and published online one day, but for now, I'm stuck simply sharing snippets. To summarize: this story is currently the main thing I post about!

You can see some info about the project here!

Psst, and the tag I post under is: #heroics heroes

Also, aside from my personal projects, I draw commissions for those who are kind enough to lend me some coin in exchange for a piece of art. Neat!

If you would like to see what I’m all about (which to be honest, ain’t much), you can visit my main platforms through the link in my bio, or by using the specific ones below. Have fun!

Instagram | TikTok | Pinterest | YouTube | Bluesky

Commissions + Tips: Ko-Fi

My Shop: Etsy

Everything: Carrd

[thedivinefish]

TGIWednesday: Find the gift in the silence

TGIWednesday News

In the early morning hours is where I find solace and comfort and where Spirit seems to chat at a more audible level especially when I am working on the prayer list of My Daily Prayer subscribers.  And it was no surprise this week when it seemed like all events fell into place. And as my sweet mother used to say, “Everything’s coming up roses.”  Sandy and I grabbed some lunch in hopes of recapping the year passed and discussing the year ahead.  When we pulled into the restaurant parking area there was only one spot left and it was the first one! (meant for us).  We had an awesome sparkly waitress who at the end of the meal asked us if we were frequent dining points members and yes we have the rewards card but haven’t eaten at this place in over 6 months.  Riley was kind enough to check our points in the back and returned with more good news that our meals would be 100% free with redeemed points!  We looked at each other puzzled as to how? what? Then we smiled because we both knew how, and kindly thanked Spirit for the fun. Of course we then HAD to leave her a giant tip to pay it forward.  Sandy also gifted me a Christmas scratch-off lottery ticket which parlayed into $30! What another delightful surprise. Sandy then reminds me that she had JUST recently infused her little dolphin keychain totem with the Lucky777 audio prayer just days prior - (psst, it's our gift with any digital purchase this month in the shop) So let’s keep this paying it all forward energy going!  If you’re already a My Daily Prayers subscriber, this month’s Zoom is FREE.  Even if you’re not, register now and help to co-create a fabulous kick off to a more prosperous New Year by joining us!  Know that if the day and time of our event isn't ideal for you that the replays are just as powerful as the original!  Many blessings for this holiday season and beyond into a better brighter 2024.

🎁 Last Chance 🎁 Final days to receive the gift with purchase offer through December 31st! Buy any digital item and you'll receive this bonus.  

"Infusing Energy Blessings for Your Totems and Good Luck Charms" video/mp3  (not sold separately, a $44 value) Sent in a separate email to buyers after your purchase. 

VISIT THE SHOP HERE

"Dear Jimmy and team, I want to share my gratitude, I have been listening to mybeliefworks and today I received positive outcomes to 2 situations! I feel blessed and grateful 🙏🏼✨ With thanks. May we all be blessed and we all are ✨" - Sarah ---------------------------------------------- Do you need a reset for the coming new year? Is it time for a one-on-one session? Get on my schedule today, most times within 72 hours View Calendar First, Then Pay and Schedule 15 mins  | 30 mins  | 60 mins | Appointments

TGIWednesday Video Download

 ~ THE GIFT IN THE SILENCE ~ I believe, think, know and feel that remaining still and quiet allows the wellspring of that still small voice within me to bubble up wisdom from the ages.  I know, when, where, how and why to set aside quiet time for myself so that I can be the true gift to myself as well as others this time of year and always.  I am ready, willing and able to tune out the noise of the extra fancy holiday stress and find that quiet moment to commune with Spirit at a deeper level.  I am asking in all languages and throughout all time lines and so it is.  Know that if you’ll make a little daily progress that the rest of your life can be the best of your life! 

Tonight's LIVE Zoom Event

TONIGHT DECEMBER 27TH 7:30PM ET/ 5:30 CT/ 4:30 PT (30 mins) Pre-register at Calendly for $22 (includes reminders and REPLAY)  👉 https://calendly.com/jmh-calls/december-2023 For this month only, it's a free gift for active My Daily Prayer subscribers (if that's you, check your inbox, call link email reminders were sent already). ---> *Sign up for MDP  TODAY and Zoom registration will be included as a FREE bonus. 

THEME: Receiving Ethereal Gifts

During this time of year with the overindulgence of eating, shopping and festivities, ground yourself just for a moment and drop into what intangible/non material gift would you really like to receive for yourself, your loved ones and for humanity and the planet?  

Join our fishing crew and welcome aboard as we delete the negative and download more positive to round out this year!

Pre-Register Here - $22

FREE Live Appearances

Watch and listen to hundreds of Radio Show replays for FREE here in the archives from the Jimmy Mack Healing Radio show.

https://thejimmymackhealingshow.com/

From the Fish Box

Well it’s not always good news but when clients ask about themselves or a loved one and want to know about future events, more often than not, what we’ve tuned into with My Liquid Fish, Change made simple, allows us to get highly accurate predictions!  The one below was from a Summer prediction about the holidays.  

  Hi Jimmy you might want to know that as you said, Richard's father had a collapse last night. Just as you were shown. Best wishes and blessings."  M. / Isle of Man

Fish Food 

The Daily Bread To Feed The Fish

Tell the Fish - 365 Daily Inspirations and Affirmations - by Jimmy Mack Own this e-book so that you can read inspiration every day!

DECEMBER 27TH "Today I will be thankful for what I have. This may include transportation (where other have none) I am so richly blessed to have legs and feet that allow me to walk. I am thankful for my ability and privilege to drive and own my own car. I give thanks for my employment of any kind considering the alternative to not having a job at all."

Receive 24/7 Prayers from Jimmy

Looking for a new job?  Going through a court proceeding? Upcoming surgery scheduled for you or a loved one?  Need help selling or buying a property? Troubled times in your relationship? These are just some of the life at the crossroads events that are ideal for My Daily Prayer program. Your name will be added to a special VIP Prayer list where Jimmy will use his intelligent computer software, src4you which runs 24/7, to delete the negative and increase the strength of the positive creating a higher probability of favorable outcomes for you. ---> *If you sign up for MDP in December, Zoom registration is included as a bonus.   

30 Days of Daily Prayer (single month) - $99/month This $99 service is for ONE SINGLE MONTH of 30 DAYS ONLY.  Click here After the 30 days, you will receive an email from Jimmy and have the opportunity to renew for an additional month plus update your list, but you are under no obligation.

You can add yourself and those living in your immediate household and yes you can include pets! Merely include everyone’s names and Jimmy will add them to his daily prayers.

**NOTE: Most clients save money and choose the auto-renew option listed below so they do not miss a single day of prayers PLUS they take advantage of the cummulative effects of this service over time. Monthly subscription - $95/month on auto-renew 

Use PayPal for subscription Click here 

Use Stripe for subscription Click here. 

*Anytime prior to your next scheduled payment within the 30 days, you can cancel or pause this service via email request.

---------------------------------

Could you use a private session? Are you feeling extra-crispy?  If so, you can now  Book Appointments... View Availability First, Then Pay 15 mins  | 30 mins  | 60 mins  

**Can't See The Full Email? Click Here to View Online**

​Visit our ​O​nline ​Training Center "Give a man a fish and you feed him for a day. Teach him how to fish and you feed him for a lifetime" - Lao Tzu

All are welcome to create a FREE account to access the NEW and IMPROVED MLF Basic Training Course and also know that the Anchors Away, Life Force Energy Masterclass and both Mastery & Practitioner courses have been UPGRADED with new information & lessons!

   Visit now, Click Here!

The Fish Market

Below is list of over 35 titles in the MyBeliefWorks Clearings audio series, monthly Zoom clearing call replays and Guided Energy Processess. Find a topic that addresses your issue(s), click on the link to read more. We had a lot of help downloading & channeling these over the years & they keep getting better and we are ALWAYS working on the next one. Don’t forget… you can share these with your immediate friends and family.

Freedom from Abuse Overcoming Addiction Receiving Abundance Body Scan: Head to Toe Healing Bountiful Harvest Igniting Creative Spark Discovering Your Destiny Daily GPS Reset Releasing Dark Energies/Fears Crossroads -Decision Making Diet & Exercise Support Education & Learning Support Empowering the Empath Enthusiasm for Life Financial Windfall Gold Coin: Money in All Forms Healing Family Relationships Healing Body Disorders High Cotton Abundance Joy of Money

IRS Stress & Taxes Relieving Holiday Stress Increasing Intuition Lucky 777  Finding Love & Romance Mental Stress Positive Money Mindset Moving Forward from Past Chronic Pain Relief Pet Healing Support Improving Sales & Success Improving Sex Improving Sleep Pro$perity Unlocked Traveling with Ease Treasure Chest Work & Career Success Weight Loss Support Restoring Youth & Vitality

View Full Zoom Replay Collection  The 5 Anchors Process The Purple Rain Process The Magical Golden Key

Healing and Grounding Mats for all occasions Yes even Lily my cat uses the pet one!   View Grounding Mats here Use code: MyLiquidFishfs for Free Shipping

**We are NOT involved in the sales or shipping process of the 3rd party items, please contact them directly. 

TGIFunny

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[divinefishingtips]

TGIWednesday: Find the gift in the silence

TGIWednesday News

In the early morning hours is where I find solace and comfort and where Spirit seems to chat at a more audible level especially when I am working on the prayer list of My Daily Prayer subscribers.  And it was no surprise this week when it seemed like all events fell into place. And as my sweet mother used to say, “Everything’s coming up roses.”  Sandy and I grabbed some lunch in hopes of recapping the year passed and discussing the year ahead.  When we pulled into the restaurant parking area there was only one spot left and it was the first one! (meant for us).  We had an awesome sparkly waitress who at the end of the meal asked us if we were frequent dining points members and yes we have the rewards card but haven’t eaten at this place in over 6 months.  Riley was kind enough to check our points in the back and returned with more good news that our meals would be 100% free with redeemed points!  We looked at each other puzzled as to how? what? Then we smiled because we both knew how, and kindly thanked Spirit for the fun. Of course we then HAD to leave her a giant tip to pay it forward.  Sandy also gifted me a Christmas scratch-off lottery ticket which parlayed into $30! What another delightful surprise. Sandy then reminds me that she had JUST recently infused her little dolphin keychain totem with the Lucky777 audio prayer just days prior - (psst, it's our gift with any digital purchase this month in the shop) So let’s keep this paying it all forward energy going!  If you’re already a My Daily Prayers subscriber, this month’s Zoom is FREE.  Even if you’re not, register now and help to co-create a fabulous kick off to a more prosperous New Year by joining us!  Know that if the day and time of our event isn't ideal for you that the replays are just as powerful as the original!  Many blessings for this holiday season and beyond into a better brighter 2024.

🎁 Last Chance 🎁 Final days to receive the gift with purchase offer through December 31st! Buy any digital item and you'll receive this bonus.  

"Infusing Energy Blessings for Your Totems and Good Luck Charms" video/mp3  (not sold separately, a $44 value) Sent in a separate email to buyers after your purchase. 

VISIT THE SHOP HERE

"Dear Jimmy and team, I want to share my gratitude, I have been listening to mybeliefworks and today I received positive outcomes to 2 situations! I feel blessed and grateful 🙏🏼✨ With thanks. May we all be blessed and we all are ✨" - Sarah ---------------------------------------------- Do you need a reset for the coming new year? Is it time for a one-on-one session? Get on my schedule today, most times within 72 hours View Calendar First, Then Pay and Schedule 15 mins  | 30 mins  | 60 mins | Appointments

TGIWednesday Video Download

 ~ THE GIFT IN THE SILENCE ~ I believe, think, know and feel that remaining still and quiet allows the wellspring of that still small voice within me to bubble up wisdom from the ages.  I know, when, where, how and why to set aside quiet time for myself so that I can be the true gift to myself as well as others this time of year and always.  I am ready, willing and able to tune out the noise of the extra fancy holiday stress and find that quiet moment to commune with Spirit at a deeper level.  I am asking in all languages and throughout all time lines and so it is.  Know that if you’ll make a little daily progress that the rest of your life can be the best of your life! 

Tonight's LIVE Zoom Event

TONIGHT DECEMBER 27TH 7:30PM ET/ 5:30 CT/ 4:30 PT (30 mins) Pre-register at Calendly for $22 (includes reminders and REPLAY)  👉 https://calendly.com/jmh-calls/december-2023 For this month only, it's a free gift for active My Daily Prayer subscribers (if that's you, check your inbox, call link email reminders were sent already). ---> *Sign up for MDP  TODAY and Zoom registration will be included as a FREE bonus. 

THEME: Receiving Ethereal Gifts

During this time of year with the overindulgence of eating, shopping and festivities, ground yourself just for a moment and drop into what intangible/non material gift would you really like to receive for yourself, your loved ones and for humanity and the planet?  

Join our fishing crew and welcome aboard as we delete the negative and download more positive to round out this year!

Pre-Register Here - $22

FREE Live Appearances

Watch and listen to hundreds of Radio Show replays for FREE here in the archives from the Jimmy Mack Healing Radio show.

https://thejimmymackhealingshow.com/

From the Fish Box

Well it’s not always good news but when clients ask about themselves or a loved one and want to know about future events, more often than not, what we’ve tuned into with My Liquid Fish, Change made simple, allows us to get highly accurate predictions!  The one below was from a Summer prediction about the holidays.  

  Hi Jimmy you might want to know that as you said, Richard's father had a collapse last night. Just as you were shown. Best wishes and blessings."  M. / Isle of Man

Fish Food 

The Daily Bread To Feed The Fish

Tell the Fish - 365 Daily Inspirations and Affirmations - by Jimmy Mack Own this e-book so that you can read inspiration every day!

DECEMBER 27TH "Today I will be thankful for what I have. This may include transportation (where other have none) I am so richly blessed to have legs and feet that allow me to walk. I am thankful for my ability and privilege to drive and own my own car. I give thanks for my employment of any kind considering the alternative to not having a job at all."

Receive 24/7 Prayers from Jimmy

Looking for a new job?  Going through a court proceeding? Upcoming surgery scheduled for you or a loved one?  Need help selling or buying a property? Troubled times in your relationship? These are just some of the life at the crossroads events that are ideal for My Daily Prayer program. Your name will be added to a special VIP Prayer list where Jimmy will use his intelligent computer software, src4you which runs 24/7, to delete the negative and increase the strength of the positive creating a higher probability of favorable outcomes for you. ---> *If you sign up for MDP in December, Zoom registration is included as a bonus.   

30 Days of Daily Prayer (single month) - $99/month This $99 service is for ONE SINGLE MONTH of 30 DAYS ONLY.  Click here After the 30 days, you will receive an email from Jimmy and have the opportunity to renew for an additional month plus update your list, but you are under no obligation.

You can add yourself and those living in your immediate household and yes you can include pets! Merely include everyone’s names and Jimmy will add them to his daily prayers.

**NOTE: Most clients save money and choose the auto-renew option listed below so they do not miss a single day of prayers PLUS they take advantage of the cummulative effects of this service over time. Monthly subscription - $95/month on auto-renew 

Use PayPal for subscription Click here 

Use Stripe for subscription Click here. 

*Anytime prior to your next scheduled payment within the 30 days, you can cancel or pause this service via email request.

---------------------------------

Could you use a private session? Are you feeling extra-crispy?  If so, you can now  Book Appointments... View Availability First, Then Pay 15 mins  | 30 mins  | 60 mins  

**Can't See The Full Email? Click Here to View Online**

​Visit our ​O​nline ​Training Center "Give a man a fish and you feed him for a day. Teach him how to fish and you feed him for a lifetime" - Lao Tzu

All are welcome to create a FREE account to access the NEW and IMPROVED MLF Basic Training Course and also know that the Anchors Away, Life Force Energy Masterclass and both Mastery & Practitioner courses have been UPGRADED with new information & lessons!

   Visit now, Click Here!

The Fish Market

Below is list of over 35 titles in the MyBeliefWorks Clearings audio series, monthly Zoom clearing call replays and Guided Energy Processess. Find a topic that addresses your issue(s), click on the link to read more. We had a lot of help downloading & channeling these over the years & they keep getting better and we are ALWAYS working on the next one. Don’t forget… you can share these with your immediate friends and family.

Freedom from Abuse Overcoming Addiction Receiving Abundance Body Scan: Head to Toe Healing Bountiful Harvest Igniting Creative Spark Discovering Your Destiny Daily GPS Reset Releasing Dark Energies/Fears Crossroads -Decision Making Diet & Exercise Support Education & Learning Support Empowering the Empath Enthusiasm for Life Financial Windfall Gold Coin: Money in All Forms Healing Family Relationships Healing Body Disorders High Cotton Abundance Joy of Money

IRS Stress & Taxes Relieving Holiday Stress Increasing Intuition Lucky 777  Finding Love & Romance Mental Stress Positive Money Mindset Moving Forward from Past Chronic Pain Relief Pet Healing Support Improving Sales & Success Improving Sex Improving Sleep Pro$perity Unlocked Traveling with Ease Treasure Chest Work & Career Success Weight Loss Support Restoring Youth & Vitality

View Full Zoom Replay Collection  The 5 Anchors Process The Purple Rain Process The Magical Golden Key

Healing and Grounding Mats for all occasions Yes even Lily my cat uses the pet one!   View Grounding Mats here Use code: MyLiquidFishfs for Free Shipping

**We are NOT involved in the sales or shipping process of the 3rd party items, please contact them directly. 

TGIFunny

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[365dailyaffirmations]

TGIWednesday: Find the gift in the silence

TGIWednesday News

In the early morning hours is where I find solace and comfort and where Spirit seems to chat at a more audible level especially when I am working on the prayer list of My Daily Prayer subscribers.  And it was no surprise this week when it seemed like all events fell into place. And as my sweet mother used to say, “Everything’s coming up roses.”  Sandy and I grabbed some lunch in hopes of recapping the year passed and discussing the year ahead.  When we pulled into the restaurant parking area there was only one spot left and it was the first one! (meant for us).  We had an awesome sparkly waitress who at the end of the meal asked us if we were frequent dining points members and yes we have the rewards card but haven’t eaten at this place in over 6 months.  Riley was kind enough to check our points in the back and returned with more good news that our meals would be 100% free with redeemed points!  We looked at each other puzzled as to how? what? Then we smiled because we both knew how, and kindly thanked Spirit for the fun. Of course we then HAD to leave her a giant tip to pay it forward.  Sandy also gifted me a Christmas scratch-off lottery ticket which parlayed into $30! What another delightful surprise. Sandy then reminds me that she had JUST recently infused her little dolphin keychain totem with the Lucky777 audio prayer just days prior - (psst, it's our gift with any digital purchase this month in the shop) So let’s keep this paying it all forward energy going!  If you’re already a My Daily Prayers subscriber, this month’s Zoom is FREE.  Even if you’re not, register now and help to co-create a fabulous kick off to a more prosperous New Year by joining us!  Know that if the day and time of our event isn't ideal for you that the replays are just as powerful as the original!  Many blessings for this holiday season and beyond into a better brighter 2024.

🎁 Last Chance 🎁 Final days to receive the gift with purchase offer through December 31st! Buy any digital item and you'll receive this bonus.  

"Infusing Energy Blessings for Your Totems and Good Luck Charms" video/mp3  (not sold separately, a $44 value) Sent in a separate email to buyers after your purchase. 

VISIT THE SHOP HERE

"Dear Jimmy and team, I want to share my gratitude, I have been listening to mybeliefworks and today I received positive outcomes to 2 situations! I feel blessed and grateful 🙏🏼✨ With thanks. May we all be blessed and we all are ✨" - Sarah ---------------------------------------------- Do you need a reset for the coming new year? Is it time for a one-on-one session? Get on my schedule today, most times within 72 hours View Calendar First, Then Pay and Schedule 15 mins  | 30 mins  | 60 mins | Appointments

TGIWednesday Video Download

 ~ THE GIFT IN THE SILENCE ~ I believe, think, know and feel that remaining still and quiet allows the wellspring of that still small voice within me to bubble up wisdom from the ages.  I know, when, where, how and why to set aside quiet time for myself so that I can be the true gift to myself as well as others this time of year and always.  I am ready, willing and able to tune out the noise of the extra fancy holiday stress and find that quiet moment to commune with Spirit at a deeper level.  I am asking in all languages and throughout all time lines and so it is.  Know that if you’ll make a little daily progress that the rest of your life can be the best of your life! 

Tonight's LIVE Zoom Event

TONIGHT DECEMBER 27TH 7:30PM ET/ 5:30 CT/ 4:30 PT (30 mins) Pre-register at Calendly for $22 (includes reminders and REPLAY)  👉 https://calendly.com/jmh-calls/december-2023 For this month only, it's a free gift for active My Daily Prayer subscribers (if that's you, check your inbox, call link email reminders were sent already). ---> *Sign up for MDP  TODAY and Zoom registration will be included as a FREE bonus. 

THEME: Receiving Ethereal Gifts

During this time of year with the overindulgence of eating, shopping and festivities, ground yourself just for a moment and drop into what intangible/non material gift would you really like to receive for yourself, your loved ones and for humanity and the planet?  

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Well it’s not always good news but when clients ask about themselves or a loved one and want to know about future events, more often than not, what we’ve tuned into with My Liquid Fish, Change made simple, allows us to get highly accurate predictions!  The one below was from a Summer prediction about the holidays.  

  Hi Jimmy you might want to know that as you said, Richard's father had a collapse last night. Just as you were shown. Best wishes and blessings."  M. / Isle of Man

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Tell the Fish - 365 Daily Inspirations and Affirmations - by Jimmy Mack Own this e-book so that you can read inspiration every day!

DECEMBER 27TH "Today I will be thankful for what I have. This may include transportation (where other have none) I am so richly blessed to have legs and feet that allow me to walk. I am thankful for my ability and privilege to drive and own my own car. I give thanks for my employment of any kind considering the alternative to not having a job at all."

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Below is list of over 35 titles in the MyBeliefWorks Clearings audio series, monthly Zoom clearing call replays and Guided Energy Processess. Find a topic that addresses your issue(s), click on the link to read more. We had a lot of help downloading & channeling these over the years & they keep getting better and we are ALWAYS working on the next one. Don’t forget… you can share these with your immediate friends and family.

Freedom from Abuse Overcoming Addiction Receiving Abundance Body Scan: Head to Toe Healing Bountiful Harvest Igniting Creative Spark Discovering Your Destiny Daily GPS Reset Releasing Dark Energies/Fears Crossroads -Decision Making Diet & Exercise Support Education & Learning Support Empowering the Empath Enthusiasm for Life Financial Windfall Gold Coin: Money in All Forms Healing Family Relationships Healing Body Disorders High Cotton Abundance Joy of Money

IRS Stress & Taxes Relieving Holiday Stress Increasing Intuition Lucky 777  Finding Love & Romance Mental Stress Positive Money Mindset Moving Forward from Past Chronic Pain Relief Pet Healing Support Improving Sales & Success Improving Sex Improving Sleep Pro$perity Unlocked Traveling with Ease Treasure Chest Work & Career Success Weight Loss Support Restoring Youth & Vitality

View Full Zoom Replay Collection  The 5 Anchors Process The Purple Rain Process The Magical Golden Key

Healing and Grounding Mats for all occasions Yes even Lily my cat uses the pet one!   View Grounding Mats here Use code: MyLiquidFishfs for Free Shipping

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TGIWednesday: Find the gift in the silence

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In the early morning hours is where I find solace and comfort and where Spirit seems to chat at a more audible level especially when I am working on the prayer list of My Daily Prayer subscribers.  And it was no surprise this week when it seemed like all events fell into place. And as my sweet mother used to say, “Everything’s coming up roses.”  Sandy and I grabbed some lunch in hopes of recapping the year passed and discussing the year ahead.  When we pulled into the restaurant parking area there was only one spot left and it was the first one! (meant for us).  We had an awesome sparkly waitress who at the end of the meal asked us if we were frequent dining points members and yes we have the rewards card but haven’t eaten at this place in over 6 months.  Riley was kind enough to check our points in the back and returned with more good news that our meals would be 100% free with redeemed points!  We looked at each other puzzled as to how? what? Then we smiled because we both knew how, and kindly thanked Spirit for the fun. Of course we then HAD to leave her a giant tip to pay it forward.  Sandy also gifted me a Christmas scratch-off lottery ticket which parlayed into $30! What another delightful surprise. Sandy then reminds me that she had JUST recently infused her little dolphin keychain totem with the Lucky777 audio prayer just days prior - (psst, it's our gift with any digital purchase this month in the shop) So let’s keep this paying it all forward energy going!  If you’re already a My Daily Prayers subscriber, this month’s Zoom is FREE.  Even if you’re not, register now and help to co-create a fabulous kick off to a more prosperous New Year by joining us!  Know that if the day and time of our event isn't ideal for you that the replays are just as powerful as the original!  Many blessings for this holiday season and beyond into a better brighter 2024.

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"Dear Jimmy and team, I want to share my gratitude, I have been listening to mybeliefworks and today I received positive outcomes to 2 situations! I feel blessed and grateful 🙏🏼✨ With thanks. May we all be blessed and we all are ✨" - Sarah ---------------------------------------------- Do you need a reset for the coming new year? Is it time for a one-on-one session? Get on my schedule today, most times within 72 hours View Calendar First, Then Pay and Schedule 15 mins  | 30 mins  | 60 mins | Appointments

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 ~ THE GIFT IN THE SILENCE ~ I believe, think, know and feel that remaining still and quiet allows the wellspring of that still small voice within me to bubble up wisdom from the ages.  I know, when, where, how and why to set aside quiet time for myself so that I can be the true gift to myself as well as others this time of year and always.  I am ready, willing and able to tune out the noise of the extra fancy holiday stress and find that quiet moment to commune with Spirit at a deeper level.  I am asking in all languages and throughout all time lines and so it is.  Know that if you’ll make a little daily progress that the rest of your life can be the best of your life! 

Tonight's LIVE Zoom Event

TONIGHT DECEMBER 27TH 7:30PM ET/ 5:30 CT/ 4:30 PT (30 mins) Pre-register at Calendly for $22 (includes reminders and REPLAY)  👉 https://calendly.com/jmh-calls/december-2023 For this month only, it's a free gift for active My Daily Prayer subscribers (if that's you, check your inbox, call link email reminders were sent already). ---> *Sign up for MDP  TODAY and Zoom registration will be included as a FREE bonus. 

THEME: Receiving Ethereal Gifts

During this time of year with the overindulgence of eating, shopping and festivities, ground yourself just for a moment and drop into what intangible/non material gift would you really like to receive for yourself, your loved ones and for humanity and the planet?  

Join our fishing crew and welcome aboard as we delete the negative and download more positive to round out this year!

Pre-Register Here - $22

FREE Live Appearances

Watch and listen to hundreds of Radio Show replays for FREE here in the archives from the Jimmy Mack Healing Radio show.

https://thejimmymackhealingshow.com/

From the Fish Box

Well it’s not always good news but when clients ask about themselves or a loved one and want to know about future events, more often than not, what we’ve tuned into with My Liquid Fish, Change made simple, allows us to get highly accurate predictions!  The one below was from a Summer prediction about the holidays.  

  Hi Jimmy you might want to know that as you said, Richard's father had a collapse last night. Just as you were shown. Best wishes and blessings."  M. / Isle of Man

Fish Food 

The Daily Bread To Feed The Fish

Tell the Fish - 365 Daily Inspirations and Affirmations - by Jimmy Mack Own this e-book so that you can read inspiration every day!

DECEMBER 27TH "Today I will be thankful for what I have. This may include transportation (where other have none) I am so richly blessed to have legs and feet that allow me to walk. I am thankful for my ability and privilege to drive and own my own car. I give thanks for my employment of any kind considering the alternative to not having a job at all."

Receive 24/7 Prayers from Jimmy

Looking for a new job?  Going through a court proceeding? Upcoming surgery scheduled for you or a loved one?  Need help selling or buying a property? Troubled times in your relationship? These are just some of the life at the crossroads events that are ideal for My Daily Prayer program. Your name will be added to a special VIP Prayer list where Jimmy will use his intelligent computer software, src4you which runs 24/7, to delete the negative and increase the strength of the positive creating a higher probability of favorable outcomes for you. ---> *If you sign up for MDP in December, Zoom registration is included as a bonus.   

30 Days of Daily Prayer (single month) - $99/month This $99 service is for ONE SINGLE MONTH of 30 DAYS ONLY.  Click here After the 30 days, you will receive an email from Jimmy and have the opportunity to renew for an additional month plus update your list, but you are under no obligation.

You can add yourself and those living in your immediate household and yes you can include pets! Merely include everyone’s names and Jimmy will add them to his daily prayers.

**NOTE: Most clients save money and choose the auto-renew option listed below so they do not miss a single day of prayers PLUS they take advantage of the cummulative effects of this service over time. Monthly subscription - $95/month on auto-renew 

Use PayPal for subscription Click here 

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*Anytime prior to your next scheduled payment within the 30 days, you can cancel or pause this service via email request.

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​Visit our ​O​nline ​Training Center "Give a man a fish and you feed him for a day. Teach him how to fish and you feed him for a lifetime" - Lao Tzu

All are welcome to create a FREE account to access the NEW and IMPROVED MLF Basic Training Course and also know that the Anchors Away, Life Force Energy Masterclass and both Mastery & Practitioner courses have been UPGRADED with new information & lessons!

   Visit now, Click Here!

The Fish Market

Below is list of over 35 titles in the MyBeliefWorks Clearings audio series, monthly Zoom clearing call replays and Guided Energy Processess. Find a topic that addresses your issue(s), click on the link to read more. We had a lot of help downloading & channeling these over the years & they keep getting better and we are ALWAYS working on the next one. Don’t forget… you can share these with your immediate friends and family.

Freedom from Abuse Overcoming Addiction Receiving Abundance Body Scan: Head to Toe Healing Bountiful Harvest Igniting Creative Spark Discovering Your Destiny Daily GPS Reset Releasing Dark Energies/Fears Crossroads -Decision Making Diet & Exercise Support Education & Learning Support Empowering the Empath Enthusiasm for Life Financial Windfall Gold Coin: Money in All Forms Healing Family Relationships Healing Body Disorders High Cotton Abundance Joy of Money

IRS Stress & Taxes Relieving Holiday Stress Increasing Intuition Lucky 777  Finding Love & Romance Mental Stress Positive Money Mindset Moving Forward from Past Chronic Pain Relief Pet Healing Support Improving Sales & Success Improving Sex Improving Sleep Pro$perity Unlocked Traveling with Ease Treasure Chest Work & Career Success Weight Loss Support Restoring Youth & Vitality

View Full Zoom Replay Collection  The 5 Anchors Process The Purple Rain Process The Magical Golden Key

Healing and Grounding Mats for all occasions Yes even Lily my cat uses the pet one!   View Grounding Mats here Use code: MyLiquidFishfs for Free Shipping

**We are NOT involved in the sales or shipping process of the 3rd party items, please contact them directly. 

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How i make my gifs - piracy andy gif process

(Quick disclaimer, due to the nature of picmix, there is going to be bunch of eyestrain/fast movement/flashing gifs on the editor, so if you want to make your own gifs, be careful)

Ok, in this post I'm going to do a quick "sparkle on" picmixcore gif (going to call it sparklegif to identify it better), for this one, i'm going to do a simple picmixcore style.

I'm going to use picmix, some free online tools, an image editor and a bunch of images from the net. Picmix is super easy to use it's basically a streamlined image editor you would see in a phone but with gifs.

Before I start, this is not a tutorial nor "tips" on making "better" gifs, im just showing how i make a particular style of gifs, everything, every single thing im presenting on this post are stylistic choices, do your own thing!

1. Thinking of a concept/narrative

When I make a new sparklegif I like to have sort of a little narrative going on, so i base it around a particular concept or joke, for this sparklegif im going to do a piracy themed one (this idea was suggested by a comment), so I thought about making a sparklegif where jerma pirates adobe products.

Another thing I like to do is to have some sort of central jerma gif/image, for example, this snack sparkle on (tw: links to a gif with eyestrain/flashing/fast movement) has a jerma eating a "shoe" as the central gif.

So, in this sparklegif i thought about jerma infront of a computer pirating an adobe product doing a thumbs-up, ive also done a crappy removal of the background by hand.

For the background, since it's about piracy why not screenshot the infamous "you wouldnt steal a car", this one has a person on it (so photoshopping jerma on them would be pretty funny) and it also has a nice angle of the computer.

i also decided to put a more interesting image for the computer screen, i picked an image of a keygen cracker, and with some quick photoshopping (i did it with krita), i put this image on the pc screen.

2. Laying the basic composition in picmix.

I don't think it's necessary to cover picmix as it's already an easy application to use, so i'm going to cover the basic steps and non-obvious things i do.

Let's first put the background and the primary jerma gif, starting with the background, there's two ways to make a background, one is with the 'background' button and the other is just drag'n'dropping like a regular image, i prefer the latter because frames don't work with the initial square aspect ratio and also it adds to the old picmix vibe.

Now here's the initial composition:

3. Where to find sparkle elements.

This next step is what really puts the picmix aesthetic in a sparklegif and is core to the picmix editor, grabbing a bunch of gifs/images and slapping them on the composition.

There is a lot of stuff you can put in a gif, the gist is just searching for things to add, get the keywords you want (eg: keygen, pirate, piracy, torrent, jerma) and search.

Do note three things:

If you're looking for gifs outside picmix, some gifs high FPS and some transparent gifs may not work, to fix gifs with high FPS you need to drop frames, you can do that on ezgif, but transparent gifs on the other hand, im not sure how to fix them.

big gifs (like, bigger than 2MB) will freeze the site for a bit when you drag and drop them

picmix is going to compress the final image, this means that its going to drop a lot of frames, have a lower color count and the duration may shorten

Places to search:

(Psst, I havent used some of these resources. Also, some of these resources may be more fit for things like weirdcore and stuff but I think they are still useful here)

Picmix searchbar (good for images/gifs that have the 2000's boomer gif vibe, sometimes it has more recent gifs like for example of jerma there.)

Gifcities Same thing but it's more 90's-ish, yields weird results sometimes

Google images

Pinterest (gives different results than google images, some keywords give far better results than google, like aesthetics for example)

Flickr (for photography in general, should yield some interesting results, low-quality photos, high-quality photos, should be good for backgrounds)

Weirdcore/Dreamcore/Whatevercore edits or plain images (REMEMBER TO CREDIT THE CREATOR IF YOU'RE USING AN EDIT)

old websites (geocities on Wayback machine)

old game assets/screenshots (eg: sims 1 furniture) (the spriters resources has those)

Image reverse search (tineye, google, etc.), since they show the link where an image comes from and similar results, it should generally lead you into a rabbit hole. be careful, it may show some weird results.

This guide explains how to get base images for weircore, which could be a good use depending on the aesthetic you want to achieve.

glitter text online (it has the glittery texts you see in all of my gifs, plus, you can also "steal" the glitter patterns for other stuff)

Spinning Food Gifs

Picmix searchbar essentials, what I generally search: [glitter, sparkle, color, frame, border] the rest is the other sources i cited above.

If you really want, you can download these gifs and keep in a folder for quick access.

Also, an extra tip, in a lot of cases you can drag and drop an image/gif on an website directly to picmix, this saves a lot of downloading and pasting headache.

4. The composition

The composition is totally up to your, you can slap a lot of gifs and make a busy image, you may want to go minimal, its your choice, for this gif im going to use this composition formula

The rest is just having fun and doing whatever you want!

5. Finally, now watch me do this sparklegif.

Basic composition + Text + Filters

Gifs added + hue adjustments to make the colors more coherent + Slapped a bunch of sparkle gifs with a little transparency over the text and everthing in general

two big sparkle overlays underneath everything (takes a lot of clicking depending of how many layers are there), a gradient gif on top with a lot of transparency, and finally two border overlays on top (one with a lot of transparency underneath the main one).

(you don't need to add these things, it's just to make the image even more busy)

You can barely see jerma using the computer to pirate, great, but on the good side it adds to the insanity.

Press save when your done, copy the gif, upload, share this insane creation you just made. thanks for reading

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summer sizzle | surrender - jonathan byers [m]

PROMPTS USED:

 Making your partner whimper + chair + opposites sex ( switch who takes the lead ) + squirm + “Don’t stop.” + “You have no idea what you do to me.” + “I bet you can’t make me cum.”  [ i will have to find the lists I used to come up with these and link later, all apologies ] 

AUTHORS NOTES:

Okay, look... This has been in the works for 3 days now. 3 whole days. I really struggled with the whole submissive role and making it seem natural while also trying to keep in mind that sex at this age is oft clumsy and occasionally awkward. So, hopefully, it turned out okay. HOPEFULLY. Also, I hope it’s not off putting but I just find writing everything in first person to be so much smoother in the long run. Apologies if it is.

Huuuge special thanks go out to @rampagewriting​ & @schizoauthoress​ because you guys really, really, really... helped this thing come together. And I love ya’ll.

PAIRING / FANDOM:

Jonathan Byers x OFC, Briar - Stranger Things Fandom.

WARNINGS:

18+only, naturally submissive character ( male ) , oral ( male recieving), protected sex. MATURE. STAY OUTTA HERE KIDS.

OTHER WORKS USING OFC :

should’ve been a better shot | 

THE SQUAD:

@rampagewriting​ | @chasingeverybreakingwave​ | psst.. if anyone wants to be on my multifandom tag list, pls go add yourself to the doc I’m going to link below.

OTHER LINKS:

[ multifandom tag list doc | four seasons of smut | ] 

                                   -- surrender, jonathan byers x ofc.

The door to his bedroom shut behind us with a soft thud and I reached back, turning the lock as I held his gaze the entire time.

 “We’re finally alone.” my voice was a quiet purr as my hands raised, hooking in the front of his denim jacket, carefully tugging it down his shoulders. It settled on the carpeted floor with a quiet rustle and I stepped a little closer. I’d been teasing him relentlessly all night, pouring on the flirt. Now it was time to make my move. To show Jonathan Byers exactly how much he was wanted by me.

���Finally.” Jonathan answered, his eyes locked on mine and a soft smile as he closed the distance between us. His hand raised, gingerly resting against my cheek as he went in for a kiss. 

I kissed back eagerly, my hands fisting at the front of his gray tee shirt as the kiss grew deeper and my breath got shorter and came in heavy pants. “Jonathan.” I murmured the word against his neck as my lips broke from his and started to trail down the side. When my body rubbed against his, his fingertips dug into my sides and he pulled back to stare down at me. “Yeah?” his breathing hitched and I felt him shiver a little as my lips continued to trail over his neck, moving upward this time.

 “Mmm.”he gave a soft sigh and  his eyes fluttered open then shut and I gave a soft giggle, just barely grazing my teeth against skin as I muttered quietly, “You like that, hm?”

“Mhm.” he muttered huskily, pouting a little when he tried to steer my mouth back to his but instead, I started to move it down the front of his throat as I walked him backwards, towards the chair that sat at his desk.The back of his knees hit the seat of the chair and I gently shoved him down to sit in it, lowering myself onto his lap and taking his face in my hands, allowing him a kiss on the lips again at last. 

His fingers were digging even harder into my ass by now and he wrapped his arm around me to keep me from falling out of his lap and off the chair. I bit my lip, an electric tingle racing through my body at the way those hands felt on me.I pulled back and we worked on catching our breath, staring at each other in a daze as I trailed the tip of my finger over his bottom lip. 

“You have no idea what you do to me.. Fuck.” I whimpered softly as my head fell back and I rocked in place against his lap as my hands raised, fingers digging into his shoulders. Jonathan sucked in a ragged breath and he stammered out quietly, “ Briar?” as he stared up at me, in a daze. 

Swallowing hard, he squirmed in his seat when I rocked against him all over again, harder this time and I leaned in really close, taking his face in my hands. 

A whimper rose and bubbled out of me when I felt him starting to strain against his blue jeans and I gave him a wink as I mumbled against the shell of his ear, “But I know exactly what I’m doing to you right now… And I like it. Do you like it, Jon?”

“Fuck. Y-yeah, baby. Don’t stop.” he practically whimpers the words, his hands leaving where they splayed across my lower back to grip my hips as he really started to squirm in the seat, rubbing against me carefully. His mouth met mine again gingerly and our teeth bumped together, the quiet scrape making me giggle. 

I rocked myself against him again, bearing down a little harder. He bucked in the chair, leaning into me to press his forehead against mine as he chuckled quietly, “What has gotten into you, Briar?”Hungrily, I nipped at his lower lip, wasting no time in going for another deep and steady kiss. There wasn’t a truly clear answer to the question he’d asked me. I just wanted him. I wanted him so bad I could taste it.

“ I just want you. So bad.” the answer forced it’s way out of my mouth as his teeth clenched my bottom lip, tugging as the kiss grew even deeper and I started to really rock myself over the bulge strained at his jeans. His hands were all over me now, slow and cautious in their exploration and I shivered, my head falling back as whimpers left my lips. It felt so good.So good that I almost completely forgot for a second that I was the one in control here. But as soon as I remembered, oh boy…

I took his face in my hands, licking my lips at the way his mouth was swollen and deep pink, starting to bruise from the kisses so far. My forehead against his, I mumbled brazenly against his mouth, “Let me take care of you, hm?” as my hand lowered, going straight for the hem of his gray t-shirt. Working it up and over his head, I let it land on the floor. 

He swallowed hard, biting his lip, bucking himself against me just a little, desperate like me to keep the friction building. I exhaled sharply and bore down harder, riding the bulge strained at his jeans and making him whimper, panting for breath as he bucked into me clumsily. Lust blown brown eyes fixed on me, almost glimmering in the dim lights of his bedroom. He eyed my shirt and I leaned in, mumbling against his lips with a soft giggle, “Want me to show you what to do with those hands, Jon?” despite the fact that I was pretty sure he knew exactly what to do.

I think it got me just a little more hot that he was willing to let me take over like this most of the time. I enjoy it. The way his eyes flutter open and closed when I start to trail my lips down his abdomen.. That hitch in his breathing when I go for the button on his jeans and stop, looking back up at him… Watching him come apart below me while I ride out my own bliss. One day I suppose I’ll push until he takes over, but for right now, I’m just too into being the one to take over. To please him. Because he pleases me enough, just being in love with him.

He nodded and I took his hands, guiding them down to the hem of my shirt. He gripped the hem of my shirt, the tug upward almost sheer torture. Between the feel of his hands against my skin, rough in texture but oh so gentle in touch, and the clumsy slow pace he took in pulling my shirt off, I was rocking against him even faster, my cunt practically throbbing with need by now. 

As soon as my shirt hit the floor and he gave another louder whimper, his hands moving back up my midriff, lingering at my chest to push it together, my head fell back and I rocked against him with more urgency. Between the anticipation of what I knew was coming and the way his hands felt on my body, it took everything in me not to just rush headfirst into it all.

But I wanted to take my time with him.I took hold of his hand, lowering it to my core, biting my lip. He growled quietly, that followed by another series of whimpers when I rocked myself into his hand and moaned his name, panting for breath. “Jonathan.” 

A soft smirk came and lingered on kiss swollen lips at the way I moaned for him and he bucked himself against me a little harder, a little bolder. 

“Does that feel good, princess?” the question was him, honestly wanting to know if he was making me feel good and I smiled against his lips, muttering into another slow and deep kiss, “God yes. Don’t stop.” and gingerly, he cupped me through my favorite skintight jeans, biting his lip when my whimpers grew in volume, shattering the quiet around us. 

I raised my hand to my mouth, giggling a little, cheeks heating up because as much as tonight was about me, making him feel good, it was about me… exploring another side of myself.I pulled away from the kiss, sliding out of his lap a little, down to my knees where I pushed his legs open, centering myself between them, giving him a teasing little wink as I brushed my lips delicately over smooth pale skin. I felt his abs flex under my lips and I smirked as I grazed my teeth over patches of skin erratically. “Does that feel good?” I stopped to lock eyes with him just as I got to the strip of skin above the waistband of his jeans. I could see the bulge twitching, growing. I swallowed hard and licked my lips, repeating my question.

 Jonathan answered in a daze, “So good. S-so good baby.” as his hand rested gingerly on top of my head. I worked the button free to his jeans and I felt his stomach tense a little, felt his cock twitching a little more. I stopped to gaze up at him, biting my lip and glancing down at his lap. He licked his lips and nodded, taking a deep breath. “Go on, princess.” he uttered the words softly, his voice edged with lust.

I nodded and answered quietly, “Pull my hair a little, baby. Feels good.” as I worked the zipper to his jeans down and then raised my hands, tugging his jeans so that they fell down to his ankles.He tensed even more and a low growl rose, ripping out of his mouth as he breathed heavily and I felt his thighs tense in anticipation. Carefully, his fingers tangled in my hair, giving a little tug as I moved my mouth over the dark colored fabric of his boxers, sending a shiver through his body. 

I could feel his toes digging into the carpet and the fact that I was the one making him do all this only made me bolder. I rolled my tongue over the fabric covered bulge to tease a little more and he hissed urgently, bucking his hips upward clumsily, another tug at my hair. 

“Briar.” my name was moaned in a tone slightly above a whisper, a needy whimper following close on the heels of it.My fingers hooked in the waistband of his underwear and slowly, I started to work those down his legs, whimpering almost helplessly myself as his cock sprang free and I got a glimpse of the size and girth of it. 

He was.. Definitely packing more in his jeans than Tommy H had been. I swallowed hard and gave a soft giggle when he shifted around a little to make it easier to get his underwear completely off. They settled at his ankles with his jeans and I rose up to steal another kiss, muttering against his mouth, “Are you ready to let me make you feel good, baby?”

“Fuck.” he gasped, his back arching slightly as he bucked against the hand I’d curled around his length when it started to slowly pump up and down with gentle and lazy strokes. I sank back down to my knees, a lust blown gaze up at him as my tongue rolled over the tip of his cock. If I thought he was squirming before, it was nothing compared to the way he squirmed at the feel of my warm wet tongue trailing over every thick inch of his cock. His other hand settled on my shoulder, finger tips digging in to grip and I took him in my mouth, head bobbing up and down and then down and up slowly.“Briar, shit.. Baby.” his whines were getting louder, more needy. 

“C’mon, baby.” I urged, pressing little kitten licks against the side of his cock before taking him in my mouth again. “I told you to pull my hair.”

He gave my hair a slightly harder tug as asked when his cock brushed against the back of my throat and I stopped long enough to mumble the question, “Do you want to see me touch myself, Jonathan?”

He nodded, biting his lip as he stared down at me. I switched hands, the hand that had been wrapped around his cock drifting down, over my breasts, lingering a second or two. He was really starting to squirm in the chair now, his whimpers and groans getting louder with each one that fell from his lips. Lust blown brown eyes fixed on me and he licked his lips, attempting to lean forward in the chair a little, probably to go in for a kiss. My hand moved lower, fingertips dancing over my midriff.

“Briar.” his voice was almost pleading, he was digging his toes into the floor to an extent that had his thighs shaking slightly. His hands rested on his thighs, fingers opening and closing like he was desperate to grab hold of something.  I licked my lips and my gaze settled on his cock again, standing at attention.As I lowered my mouth all over again, I lowered my hand, letting it settle between my thighs, my fingers ghosting over my dripping slit. My tongue rolled over the tip of his cock, little kitten licks that made him squirm and buck.

 His hand found it’s way to my hair again and he groaned out hoarsely, “I wanna see you.. Touch yourself. Please?”I wrapped my mouth around him, letting his cock hit the back of my throat and he tugged at my hair, carefully bucking upward. “Is that okay?” he murmured in a voice thick with need, staring down at me as I worked my mouth back upward, my lips softly popping as I raised my head, licking my lips, groaning at the taste of him in my mouth.

 “I’m not made of glass, baby.” I mumbled in a daze, my hands wandering again, this time, I sat up straighter on my knees, giving him a better view as my hand drifted down my body again, fingers toying with my dripping slit, circling my clit as I bit my lip and whimpered his name, my head falling back and my eyes fluttering open and shut.The sound of him groaning and his quiet growl at the end of the groaning caused me to open my eyes and he was staring at me, biting his lip. He nodded to his lap and I swallowed hard, my eyes settling on his cock, standing at attention.

I was literally aching for it by this point, all squirmy, dripping and ready. “Are you trying to say something, baby?” I asked the question in a tone of feigned innocence, just to push a little. 

He leaned in, his hand catching hold of my chin, pulling my lips against his almost desperately. “I’m saying I want you, princess. Now, please?” he groaned against my mouth as I pulled myself up from the floor. His hands raised, settling on my hips as he nodded to his nightstand. “In the drawer, love.” he gasped as I lowered myself just a little, teasing his length between my dripping folds.

 I slunk over to the nightstand after a minute or two of grinding against him and opened the drawer, digging around until I found the condom tossed carelessly in the corner of the drawer.

Right on top of a picture of me that I had no idea he’d taken or even when he might have taken it. It was taped back together. I bit my lip, smiling to myself just a little.

I slunk back over to the chair and lowered myself, sitting on the edge of his lap as I tore open the wrapper, stopping to catch his gaze. “You’re.. Sure… right?” I asked the question in a quiet whisper, leaning in to press a gentle kiss against his mouth. He deepened the kiss, his hand over mine as I worked the rubber down over his cock. “Now, please?” he practically whimpered the words, moving his hand from mine to grasp my hips again gently, pulling me closer in his lap. I raised up, sinking down on his cock slowly, carefully.

“Fuck.” I gasped out, my head falling back as he stretched and filled me. I leaned against him, a hand on either side of his face, my thumbs rolling across lightly stubbled jaws as my mouth dove in and crashed against his and I rocked myself around a little, trying to get used to the size of him.

He caught my gaze, eyeing me in concern. “Are you okay?”

“Mhm.” I hummed, starting to rock my hips a little faster. His hands glided softly all over my body, drifting down, gripping hold of my ass as he bucked into me from below, his breath warm against the shell of my ear as he muttered quietly, “Feels so good. Does it feel good to you?”

“God.” I whimpered out, riding him a little faster, my breath catching in my  throat. My head fell back slightly and I bit back another louder whimper, “Amazing, Jonathan. Don’t stop, please? Just like that.” My lips left his lips and moved down his neck, teeth catching here and there on skin, leaving little marks behind. His head fell back a little, exposing more of his neck to me and I took it as an invite to lean in, my hips switching from just straight out rocking back and forth to rolling, a figure 8 as I danced on his cock slowly and my mouth latched on, gently leaving an even bigger mark behind. 

His hands gripped me tighter and his thrusts sped up even more, his cock bottoming out and making me whine and moan against his neck. “Ugh, Briar.. That feels so good baby. C’mon.” he pleaded, continuing to thrust into me from below, the sloppy wet sounds each time his cock sank in deeper almost driving me straight into one hell of an orgasm.

For someone who probably hadn’t ever done this before, he definitely knew what the fuck he was doing. Clumsy and gentle slow touches, the way his mouth danced over my throat, leaving little tentative marks against my skin, his teeth barely grazing my collarbones until he latched on to leave a mark of his own against my skin.

 “I’m..” I panted, barely keeping my moans and whimpers quiet now, “I’m so close, baby. I bet you can’t make me cum.” I teased gently, giving him a soft kiss. He seemed to take the challenge, thrusting even deeper and bottoming out all over again, his cock striking against that one magic spot over and over until all I wanted to do was scream his name. 

I almost did at one point but he quickly crashed his lips against mine, muffling the loud moan, groaning himself when I bounced a little faster up and down on his cock. His hands gripped my body tight, probably tight enough to leave light bruising behind and I could feel myself dancing closer to the orgasm that had been building, clinging to him, my arms around his neck and my mouth against his, our lips meeting almost perfectly, my lips latching onto his top lip.

“Can’t stop… fuck.” we both moaned into the kiss at nearly the same time and I felt my orgasm shatter through me, sending a shiver racing through my body as my finger tips dug into his back lightly, Jonathan continuing to plow into me from below, muttering lazily against my throat, “So wet, baby. So good.Shit.” a loving gaze as he fixed his eyes on me and bit his lip, raising his hand to catch at the side of my face, his thumb rolling carefully over my bruised lips, hissing softly in concern.I giggled and clung to him, my head resting against the space between his neck and shoulder as we both worked our way back down from the high of our orgasm. 

“I’m not made of glass. It doesn’t hurt.” I reassured him as our eyes met. 

I didn’t want to move from his lap and honestly, I wasn’t sure I could if I tried. 

Jonathan stood, carrying me over to his bed, leaning down and pulling me into another kiss. 

“I’ll be back in a second, princess. Just going to get something to clean us up.”

“And some water please?” I propped on my elbows and called out behind him, letting out a quiet whistle as I watched him disappear into the bathroom.

[kaidans-alenko]

Thank ya anon! here’s the first one 

“small kisses littered across the others face”

AO3 Link

"Ugh! These things are rigged Kaidan!" Lily cried in frustration as she failed yet again at the same carnival game. The growling of her stomach and smell of various carnival foods making her angrier.

"Lily, it's a stuffed animal we can just go buy-" he was interrupted by Lily pulling on the front of his shirt.

"No, it's a matter of pride god damn it." She was Lily fucking Shepard, she defeated the reapers she can beat a stupid little carnival game but the smirking asshole behind the stand believed something completely different. 

"Pride huh?" He asked, trying to suppress a laugh.

"Yes, my daughter wants that giant stuffed unicorn and she's going to get it." She turned to Ashley "isn't that right baby?"

"Yeah!" Ashley cheered, raising her small arms into the air.

"Yeah!" Lily cheered with her as she sent more credits the vendor's way, Kaidan lost track of how long they had been at this specific game but he was pretty positive they’d just paid this guy’s bills for the month. 

"Take as many attempts as you want, lady!" He said with a chuckle as his omni-tool automatically accepted the transaction and he set another round up for her.

"I don't know if this is what the VA intended you to do with that retirement paycheck." Kaidan snarked as he stood behind her with Ashley. 

Lily patted his cheek as she picked up a ball "Shhh, just do what you do best sweetie." She told him.

"Which is…?"

"Stand there and look pretty." She said plainly as she aimed for one of the clowns.

"Ah." He was going to offer his assistance, but now he wasn't so sure. 

Lily knocked the bottom row of clowns down just fine, it wasn’t until she got to the top row where she ran into trouble “Psst, daddy.” Ashley whispered, tugging on Kaidan’s arm.

“What’s up baby girl?” He asked, leaning down to listen. 

Ashley cupped his ear with her tiny hands and whispered “I think mommy might be too short…” Kaidan snorted, she was right, the trouble Lily was having had to do solely with her height but he valued his life too much to say it, Ashley on the other hand knew that the only consequence of her saying it would be hurting her mother’s feelings. 

“Sure you don’t want help babe?” He offered and she slowly turned her head to glare at him.

“Kaidan unless you want to end up like these clowns I suggest you zip it.” She growled, scaring Ashley but the amused smirk on her father’s face let her know it wasn’t a serious threat, they rarely were. 

He shrugged, standing back up “Okay but I must say i’m surprised you’re letting your pride get in the way of our daughter’s happiness.” he taunted, it was a low blow but he had no intention of standing here all night.

“Fine.” she said between gritted teeth, she had expected Kaidan to take the ball from her but instead he bent down briefly to wrap his arms around her legs and hoisted her up. 

“Better?” He asked and she was half tempted to squirm free but the smell of funnel cake was filling her senses and her patience with the game was wearing thin.

“Fine.” She grumbled, wrapping an arm around his shoulders to steady herself and she threw the ball, knocking the last clown over, signaling their freedom. Ashley ran to the counter as the vendor reached up to unhook the unnecessarily large stuffed animal and Kaidan set Lily back down, mentally celebrating the fact that they could finally move on, he was surprised Ashley had been as patient as she was about the whole ordeal, maybe she thought the cheap stuffed animal was worth the wait...or she was just as entertained as the stall worker was he couldn’t be sure.

The unicorn was about as big as Lily was height wise and if it wasn’t for the fact she’s hoisted his six foot two self over her shoulders a couple times he’d be concerned about her toppling over, she was clumsy however so it was still at least a partial concern. “Daddy look!” Ashley exclaimed as he joined them. 

“First reapers and now carnival games, is there anything you can’t do?” He joked and a smile she tried to fight back crept on her face. 

“Shut up and carry this would you.” She said, pushing the stuffed toy against his chest. 

“Of course love.” he said as he slung it over his shoulder like it was a wounded comrade. 

“Now I need some funnel cake, anyone else?” It was a rhetorical question of course but Ashley answered nonetheless.

“I do!” she raised her hand excitedly, she already had cotton candy earlier and while they probably should’ve cut off her sugar intake there, they’d just make sure she brushed her teeth extra good tonight and hopefully not be bouncing off the walls when they got home. She was as naturally energetic as her mother and all that energy mixed with a sugar rush in Ashley’s tiny body was a recipe for a sleepless night. 

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Kaidan watched in slight disgust as Lily poured chocolate on top of the powdered sugar that already came with the dessert, it’s not that Kaidan hated chocolate, he just wasn't big on sweets and was getting a cavity just watching her. 

"Questions, comments and concerns, Kaidan?" She asked, as she set the bottle down, paying no mind to the drop of chocolate on the tip of her nose.

"Just one ma'am, if you'll allow it."

Lily nodded "Make it quick Alenko." 

"I was just thinking how incredibly cute you look with chocolate on your face." He told her and she cocked her head to the side, looking like a confused kitten.

"Huh?" 

"Here let me get it for you." He said as he moved in close.

Oh, thank-" she was cut off by Kaidan kissing her nose "you…" she turned the same shade as her usual red lipstick at the action and Kaidan, deciding he wasn't done, took her face in his hands, peppering her face with small, gentle kisses. "That tickles." She said as she started to squirm, trying not to giggle.

"Hmm what tickles?" He asked.

Lily grabbed blindly for Ashley "Sweetie help, daddy is smothering me!" She pleaded as dramatically as ever.

Ashley watched for a moment trying to figure what she meant by smothering and her face broke out in a smile at the realization. "I wanna smother mommy too!" She said, scooting over to join Kaidan, placing kisses onto Lily's cheek.

"Ah! Betrayal!" She gasped as she succumbed to her fate, survived a war only to end up tortured by her family in the middle of a carnival. There were worse ways to go, she just wished she got to eat her funnel cake before she died.

[authorkimberlygrey]

The things you need to start the self publishing thing

This is a day late, doesn’t even follow the how to do the thing format, and my dyslexia is running rampant today so ther’s probably six billion typos and mispellings but fuck it let’s goooooooo

Shit you’ll need before you can even get to the shit you need: 

A complete manuscript

I’m talking multiple drafts here people. Beta readers, self edits, tears, blood sacrifice, the works. Unfortunately, this isn’t 1920, we cannot publish our first drafts. 

I mean, you can but its not gonna go well. 

Money

Like. Lots of money. This shit is Expensive. 

A Plan

Don’t be like me. Don’t just suddenly go “alright let’s publish” one day

Actually lay out a timeline for yourself 

Expect delays 

So Many Delays

Plan for publishing at least like six months in advance you will thank yourself later I promise

Ingramspark vs. Createspace or whatever they call it now. They changed the name the other day I think

I went for ingramspark 

Because 

Fuck amazon

Ingramspark is More Professional 

Everyone else also thinks “fuck amazon”

You’ll be able to sell your book more places this way. 

This one is a p personal decison so look this shit up yourself. 

One you’ve got that shit, you can get this other shit

First things first, hire an editor. There are a shit ton of different editors out there, I’m not listing them all, mostly because I don’t remember them all and a lot of them overlap anyway. The majority of places will let you pick an editing ‘package’ that’ll combine several types. Go with that. 

Alright I’ll list a couple kinds of editor. Just the ones I can remember tho, I’m not looking them up again.

Content Editor-looks over the big picture, the story itself. Fuck that grammar bullshit, this is about lookign for plot holes and character inconsistencies and shit. Basically a beta on steroids, I love these dudes. 

Line Editor-this is what everyone thinks of when they say editor. They do the grammar shit. 

Sensitivity reader-make sure you’re not making a dick of yourself, good thing to have. 

Learn how to Format the book

This one you actually can do yourself, its not like...unattainably difficult, especially if you can get ahold of Microsoft Word. 

The basics are: 

Book Size

8.5x5.5 is pretty much the most common

And that’s the interior pages, the cover itself tends to add a lil bit onto that and so if you go measure a bunch of books you’re gonna get 9x6 or something

Font

12 pt. Times New Roman is the standard

Margins.

I think 1 inch is standard? 

Listen, this shit gets complicated and its been like nine months since I did it, I’ll link you some things at the end so you can get a better idea. 

 Header and Footer

Pro tip: Center all of this shit, that way you don’t have to fuck around with aligning it right on the corners of the page. 

Author name on one page, book name on the other

You can do evens or odds, I don’t think there’s a standard

Page number on every page 

EXCEPT: the first page of a new chapter

Just to make things more difficult, nothing goes on those pages. Because fuck you. 

Widows and Orphans 

Yeah I know “what the fuck does that mean???” 

You know how sometimes you’ll have this one sentence that’s just hogging a whole page? Yeah those 

Or those times that a sentence goes onto the next page all on its own

I’m not sure which of those are widows and which ones are orphans tbh. I mean... I could probably guess but nothing is simple you know? 

There’s some places that’ll tell you to do this manually by changing the line spacing and/or text size of each page? 

Don’t fuckign do that

That’s ludicrous. 

There’s literally a button for it on microsoft word

This is one of those things where the easy solution is actually the one you’re supposed to use. 

Oh yeah, indents

No you can’t just press tab

That would be too easy.

And nothing can be easy, remember? 

0.3/0.5 is the standard I think. 

Also make sure everything is left aligned. 

And the line spacing is usually double spaced? I think? 

I want to say there was a certain number of lines per page that was standard and you’re supposed to fiddle around until you get that. So enjoy. 

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=0IGkyMhsr28

https://firstmanuscript.com/proper-manuscript-format/

A Cover

Unless you’re like A Professional don’t do this yourself its way more complicated than you’d think 

Have a Solid Idea of what you want your cover to look like. Just shrugging and going “idk man” isn’t going to help anyone. 

This isn’t just the fun artsy shit either

Figure out where you’re putting the blurb and your author picture and your author bio, which, btw, you gotta write too. I’ll get there. 

Author Bio 

Jenna Morecci did a whole video on this so def look that up cause that’s pretty much the best info I’ve got for you. 

But: 

3-5 sentences

Written in third person

Yes its weird to write about yourself this way, just go with it. 

Embrace your inner “whatever fictional character talks in third person” and go with it

One sentence on your experience with writing whatever this is

One sentence about yourself/shit you like 

And one on something else, I’m not watching the whole video over for this. Just go watch Jenna, you’ll love her.

I don’t think I’ve ever read an author bio and I don’t know anyone else who does either but I guess somebody must so we all have to suffer. 

A Copyright thing

Like. Register your book with the copy right office so that if someone tries to steal it you can tell them to stop. 

Yes this costs money too. Becasue fuck you I guess. 

This sounds really intimidating but honestly you just fill out paperwork and while that stresses me personally out beyond rationality its not really that bad. 

Don’t forget to add the copyright page in your book too, there’s a thing on the format for it, lemme look 

Here ya go: 

https://blog.reedsy.com/copyright-page/

An ISBN

Most people upon reading this immeditaely went “what the fuck is an ISBN?”

If you didn’t then good job you’re more prepared than I was. Good on you. 

An ISBN is like an identifying number for your book. 

Actually, its an identifying number for specifically this format of your book. If you’re planning on doing a paperback and an ebook or a hardcover or an audiobook or whatever, you need to get an ISBN for Every Format of it

You can buy ISBNs ((in the US at least, I don’t know about other countries sorry)) on Bowker.com 

Why did they name it that? 

I don’t know

You would think that they’d maybe pick a more...I don’t know, relevant name for their site? 

Listen, a fact of publishing a book is that everyone involved has conspired to make is as frustrating as humanly possible. You’re just going to have to accept that. 

Why is their whole site mascot a bird? 

Also don’t know. They’re having a good time with it I guess.

Maybe something to do with Bowker sounding like bough?

Also a barcode! 

Yeah, didn’t think you’d have to buy that did you? 

Neither did I but here we are

Actually you don’t have to buy one if you use ingramspark, they’ll give you one when you use their cover template thing apparently. 

Know what price you want to sell the book for

Even in self publishing, the place you’re going through is gonna want a piece of the pie. Enjoy that. 

Ingramspark has a calculator for that actually, its p cool

You can stick the price in the barcode 

Idk if that relevant but that’s a thing you can do?

uhh…..I’m pretty sure I’m forgetting something….

You might want to get an author website set up? 

You should probably have that before now but if youre doing this Chaos Style (™) like I did then you probably want it up before you publish so you can put it on the book somewhere. 

People you need to hire: 

Editor

Cover Designer

Possibly a formatting person if you decide fuck that shit

 Which. Understandable

Shit you need to get a handle on

Formatting

 If you decide fuck yourself

 Which. Understandable

Copyright

Price

ISBN 

OH yeah. 

Marketing Junk 

You honeslty need to have a handle on this shit Waaaaaaayyyy the fuck in the future. If you’re only thinking about it like...now its probably not great. 

The Chaos Method is not generally a good approach

See: Ascendant’s release was essentially a flop and even tho people who read the book love the book I’m still struggling to get people to read the book

Psst read the book its great I promise

Your book release is like. The Biggest Chance for marketing shit 

Get on top of that junk

Giveaways

Posts about it 

Just

Everything all the time everywhere

You definitely need a schedule for this 

Like seriously

Make a plan. 

That’s pretty much it I think. I mean...look in other places too because like I said earlier, its been months since I did this and when I did do it it was the Chaos Method of me just going “I’m gonna publish now” and Doing That. 

Get a plan, believe in yourself. Get a publishing mentor

Someone who’s done this shit before and can give you some encouragement and direction. 

It probably shouldn’t be me but I guess if you need help I’m game to do what I can. 

Also be prepared to like. Crash, mentally, So Hard. Its terrible. See my older post for all the shitty shit about publishing this way.

[pocketbypass]

HWASA IS JESUS + other christian symbolism and scenes explained by a fan

I’ve already posted this on Youtube. But it’s late, my fingers hurt, and I spent 2 hours on this. So...give it a read? Please? 

As you all probably already know, the vita teaser of this song was published three days after the morte teaser version. And Hwasa is religious (Maria is her Christian name and she tricked Wheein into getting baptized as Gabriella - fun story). A Moomoo on Twitter pointed out that Hwasa probably intended to draw parallels between her and Jesus. Because like the teasers, Jesus rose from the dead after three days.

Now for my thoughts. I'm writing this after probably a hundred loops of Maria, so I could be crazy and wrong. But hear me out. This song and MV has so much meaning, including tons of parallels to Christianity. Let's talk about a few scenes and what they could mean.

At the very start of the song, Hwasa is shown lying in a pool of blood much like a swimming pool, while police safety tape is being drawn up and over her. Meanwhile, shadowy figures in the background are taking pictures. This is meant to represent a crime scene, with Hwasa as the murdererd. A spiked, thorny crown lies next to her. Pay careful attention to it.

Because a few moments later, Hwasa is shown again - this time standing behind the people taking pictures EVEN THOUGH SHE HAS BEEN SHOWN DEAD (metaphorically anyway lmao). I'll tell you what I think of this later. (but like: psst, Jesus rose from the dead. This could be. yknow...)

The next scene: lighters are being offered to Hwasa as she holds a cigarette, each one craving her attention, her recognition. Several people have already pointed out how this scene is meant to reference a film called Malena, so I won't go into too much detail here. Needless to say, Malena is a sad story about a sad woman who is reviled by women and obsessed over by men when she embraces her extraordinariness, and ultimately ends up hiding what made her special in order to fit in with society. I believe it parallels Hwasa's own story in so many ways. Hwasa never quite fit into the stereotypical mold of Korean idols, as harsh as it is. In her first few auditions, they would tell her that she could sing, just that it was a shame that she was so fat. That's..only the tip of the iceberg. As a Moomoo, I feel lucky every day that Hwasa joined RBW instead of giving up, and that those at the company and her bandmates support her. Ultimately, I feel like that's what the OT4 (BLESS) scene at the end is meant to represent - without them, Hwasa would have been Malena. She would have given up on her extraordinary talent and abilities, and we would never be here at all watching this MV.

I'm just. emotional. Ack. I love Ahn Hyejin so much!!!

Moving on. The bloody scene (yeah, you probably know what I'm talking about right? It's kinda unforgettable) where Hwasa sits at a table, surrounded by people. What is she serving? A plastic heart. What are the others eating? (I squinted really hard for this). A mouse wrapped in cords. Another plastic heart. Lego, CDs, and a bunch of cables. And yet, only the heart that Hwasa's holding has blood on it. The rest is all just plastic and machine. Cold and unfeeling. She looks at us, blood splattered down her front, with what seems to be a Malena-cigarette in her mouth. She takes it out. It's not a cigarette, it's a lollipop. What is Hwasa trying to tell us here? The people sitting at the table have eccentric, wildly different hairstyles and clothes. Is this a subtle dig at the Kpop industry? A part of me wants to say that since the song is about Hwasa affirming herself, this whole strikingly-gorey-yet-not-really scene could represent how cold and unfeeling some people can be, directing slurs and swears at a person who turns out to have a real heart behind the glamorous facade. This could very well be a representation of the hatred she receives for simply being Hwasa. That could very well explain the smile she gives them when she's seated at the head of the table, but the neutral, almost dark expression she gives the camera when her back is turned to them.

Likewise, when their heads are covered with red cloth, it could be symbolizing how their perception of her is already settled. They do not want to see her, the real human being, only taste the flavorless, hard plastic parts they already have.

Once again, the pool is shown. This time, there is no crown, no crime scene. Hwasa is inside a pool of white sprinkled with red roses. She looks far more alive than she did in the bloody water - she tilts her head and smiles. Remember what I said about Jesus? How he was reborn? My theory is that Hwasa 'died' and people took.joy in orchestrating her 'death', only for her to rise again, like a phoenix (yes im linking this to her red hair as well lmao).

Even the hospital scenes can be explained with this. First, Hwasa awakens in a dentist chair of some sort, dressed in a straitjacket. Then the camera cuts to a heart monitor, where the heart rate slowly rises from 50 to 51. For context, the typical human heart rate is from 60-100. Hwasa died. But she's alive again.

This doesn't come easily to her - she's shown huddling in a corner as pencils enroach on her. And yeah they're pencils. Extremely sharp ones. Representing the hurtful words of others.

...But also stakes. This might be a bit of a stretch, and I beg you not to think I'm stretching, but Jesus was nailed to the cross with stakes driven through his hands.

She goes a little mad in the next few seconds. We see her walking through hallways of a hospital as black wavy lines ripple around her. She reaches a crown - the same crown lying near the pool earlier - and picks it up. Puts it on her head. This, too, represents the crown of thorns that Jesus wore as he died. Perhaps Hwasa putting the symbol of her suffering on her head means that she's decided to embrace herself. Maybe she's just a fucking queen. I wouldn't know. After all, this is only my interpretation. I COULD be wrong. I still don't know what the scissors at 2:30 and 2:37 means. So I'd love for people to comment and tell me anything I missed or could improve on! 

Or just like it, cause I spent two hours on this and I have homework rip.

tl;dr: Hwasa is Jesus. Thanks for reading! I love you. And I'm sure Hwasa does too.

[heyyyharry]

Cousin

(from the Couple in Flat 102 Series)

…in which Harry’s least favorite cousin pays him a visit, and Y/N thinks he’s a bad influence on Harry.

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"So, you're telling me he'd had this ring since graduation?!"

"Yes!"

"Get out!"

Layla and Y/N squealed at the same time, ignoring the judging stares from their boyfriends who have been watching them from the kitchen door this whole time. Y/N had been going on and on about finally being engaged for nearly an hour now, which made Harry feel very smug while Niall, on the other hand, was weirdly on edge.

"You've got to tell your girl to stop telling my girl about the 'romantic' stuff you do," said Niall as he furrowed his brows, eyes still on Layla. "When we get home she's gonna give me so much shit for this."

"Mate, you gotta—" Harry began.

But Layla jumped right into his mouth as she shouted at her boyfriend, "hey babe! Harry met Y/N's parents in person to ask for her hand, isn't it cute?"

"Yes, very cute!" Niall shouted back, punching the air enthusiastically then with that fake smile he whispered a quiet 'fuck you' to his friend who was trying his best not to laugh.

Luckily for Niall, his girlfriend was the one who changed the subject afterwards. "So what happened to the catsitter after you caught her stealing your ring?"

"I got rid of her," Y/N calmly answered before raising her voice intentionally. "Someone had to!"

When hearing that, Niall couldn't help but snicker and as a result received a slight slap on the cheek from Harry. Neither of the girls bothered to ask or pay attention to them though, Layla was too busy looking around for the little cat instead.

"Did that bitch steal Treasure too?" She screwed up her face, and Y/N quickly shook her head no.

"Ben and Nam took her to the park already."

"Wait, Ben and your super cool, super gay doorman know each other?"

"Apparently. Yeah." Y/N shrugged. "I think something's going on between those two. Neither would tell me about it though."

"Trust me. They can't hide it forever." Layla released a laugh then looked down at the watch on her wrist. And as soon as she saw what time it was, the girl threw herself out of the sofa immediately. "Shit, we're having lunch with my dad's family in half an hour! Niall, let's go!"

"Do we have to?" Niall groaned, dragging his feet to the front door, like a little boy whose mother had just told him to say goodbye to his friend because playtime was over.

"Yes we do, Niall!" Layla tapped a finger on her watch, urging her boyfriend to pick up his pace.

"But you hate your dad's family!"

"Yeah but...not my dad." She widened her eyes at her boyfriend. "Hurry up! That little whore Esther would have a lot to say about us being late."

"Oh, is Esther your stepsister?"

"Her stepmother..." Niall answered Y/N's question with a sigh. "She's not much older than us so...same thing."

Y/N and Harry just exchanged glances without any further comment on their friend's family drama. They knew Layla all too well and she would never shut up once she started ranting about the people she loathed.

Niall walked out first, and before Layla followed, she stopped at the door to say one last thing, "oh Niall told me Mason's coming over today. Good luck, H!"

Y/N chuckled in confusion as she switched her eyes from her best friend to her boyfriend. "Who's Mason?"

"He's Harold's journalist cousin who recently just got back from Barcelona. He's very hot."

"HEY!" Niall shouted from the hallway, causing Layla to frantically change her opinion.

"I mean he's hot if you don't count Niall!" She said loudly for Niall to hear before running off to catch up with him as the lift arrived.

With the friends were now gone, Harry watched Y/N close the door with a funny look on her face, and so he knew they were about to have a conversation about Mason, the name he tried to avoid in every family gathering.

"You've never told me you had a cousin named Mason."

"Because I like to pretend I didn't have a cousin named Mason!" Harry flopped down on the sofa, blowing up his cheek like a frustrated little boy. So his fiancé took a seat right beside him staring at him intensely with a cheeky smirk on her face, which got him curious.

"What?" He raised an eyebrow, making the girl giggle.

"I'm waiting for the backstory about you and this guy."

"Psst, you don't wanna hear it. It's silly."

"Is it? Because you seem more stressed about him visiting us than the first time you saw me naked."

That sentence left a wide smile on Harry's face as he took no time to drag her by the hips onto his lap.

"That's not true," he mumbled, nose brushing against hers while his hands founf comfort resting on the exposed skin of her lower back. "I can never be as stressed as the first time we made love."

The tips of his fingers were dancing dangerously close to her jeans button now. Y/N quickly swatted them away, before he successfully lured her into another one of their midday sexy sessions as an excuse se to get away from this conversation.

"You can't have me until you tell me about Mason."

Because Harry knew there was no way he could win this argument, he slightly pulled his face away and began with a long exhalation. "There's nothing much to tell besides the fact that he's a narcissistic asshole, who's like...really cool and good at basically everything. Everyone in my family loves him, in fact, every single person I know loves him."

Y/N chuckled, eyebrows furrowed as she heard him. "Then how come he's an asshole?"

"He's only an asshole to me! He was always bullying me when we were kids, he pushed me to the ground, stole my toys! But in front of our parents he was a fucking angel. He nearly drowned me once at the lake and somehow had everyone believe it was my fault!" Harry rolled his eyes as he continued, "back when we were still in high school, there was this girl Stephanie, and she was the most beautiful girl I'd ever seen! Not now though! Now you're number one!"

Y/N scoffed as she patted his cheek slightly. "Nice try, but go on."

"So I told him I wanted to ask Stephanie to the Prom because he was her friend and he'd already got a girlfriend back then."

"Lemme guess. He asked her to the Prom, didn't he?"

"He did!" Harry's bitter tone nearly had Y/N dying of laughter. "He broke up with his girlfriend and asked Steph to the Prom without telling me first just so she could reject me. I was very humiliated!"

Y/N bit back a smile, the pouty look on his face was undeniably cute. Competitive Harry always made her want to tear off all his clothes before begging him to do things to her, but she knew she couldn't do that now, not when he was still so upset about his seemingly evil cousin/childhood enemy.

"Well, if you two hate each other so much then why's he coming to visit us?"

"Mum's told all of my relatives that I got engaged, so Mason probably came back to prove that he's doing better than I am."

"Or..." Y/N stressed out the word as she traced her fingertip across his collarbone, making him swallow hard "...he heard about our engagement and wanted to congratulate us in person. You two are adults now, something has to change."

"You always believe in people." Harry grabbed her hand and brought it to his lips. "That's one of the reasons why I love you. But I know Mason, baby, he's a dick, and I don't want you to meet him."

"But I do! I'm curious to see for myself how bad he can be!" She giggled, holding his face. "Besides, you're always the best. No other man can beat my man."

"You're biased because you're my fiancé."

Y/N couldn't help it anymore, she just had to kiss him now. With their mouths attached, she pinned him down on the sofa with her on top, then mumbled against his heavenly soft lips, "I'm not biased, you're simply, objectively, the best."

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From Harry's and Layla's descriptions of the man, Y/N imagined Mason to be as sexy as today's Zac Efron. And she was sure not disappointed, because he was doubtlessly an attractive man!

Mason'd been living away from home for so long that you could barely make out the English accent in his voice, that took away the probably only thing that these two men had in common in Y/N's opinion. While Harry was cool, calm and collected most of the time, Mason seemed to have too much energy to spare. When he first saw Y/N, he pulled her into a hug and kissed her cheek even though they'd never met before. Such overwhelming friendliness caught the girl by surprise though the hug didn't last for more than two seconds because her overprotective boyfriend broke them apart soon after.

"Okay, that's enough," Harry announced, pulling her back to his side while staring hostilely at his least favorite cousin, probably, person, in the world. Y/N swore she'd never seen him glare at anyone else that way.

"Harold!"

"Not even my name, but whatever."

"You're still as funny as I remember!"

Mason slightly punched the younger man's shoulder while giving him the biggest smile, yet Harry had the same straight face. It didn't take a genius to notice how much Harry hated his cousin. So Y/N assumed Mason knew, yet overlooked it to act all amiable towards Harry, which didn't make him such a bad person like Harry said he was.

"Why are we standing here?" Y/N broke the awkward silence between them three. "Let's go inside!"

"Wait, my fiancé should be here in a sec."

"Fiancé?" Harry snorted, thinking it was another lame joke, but Mason didn't seem like he was joking at all.

"Oh, there she is!"

The lift door opened, turning Harry's and Y/N's attention to the woman who had just stepped out.

"Fuck," Harry cursed when she removed her sunglasses. And without waiting for Y/N to ask, Mason gave her the answer right away by calling out his lover's name.

"Stephanie!"

Wait, Stephanie?! Y/N dropped her jaw. The-most-beautiful-girl-Harry-had-ever-seen Stephanie?! Harry's-high-school-dream-girl Stephanie?

"Remember Harold, darling?" Mason put a hand on the girl's back, pointing the other to his cousin. Stephanie, blonde-haired, long-legged, flawless-skinned Stephanie, put on a beam and goes in to hug Harry, who was still too in shock to even lift his arms and return the gesture.

"Wow, it's been years! How are you, Harry?" She asked after pulling away.

And Harry had to clear his throat to regain his composure. "I'm...okay. This is my fiancé, Y/N."

"H-Hi..." Y/N cracked a smile when the attention was switched to her. All of her self-esteem had vanished to make room for this woman's presence there.

"She is the most beautiful girl I've ever seen," Y/N whispered to Harry after the other couple had entered their flat.

With a cheeky smile, he squeezed her hand and told her, "that's not true, you see your reflection everyday."

She snorted and rolled her eyes in reaction to his unnecessary remark, but to say she was tired of these lame flirting attempts would be a massive lie.

"I'd give that pickup line a 8/10, 7 plus one because you're cute."

"Yussss, new record!" Harry made her laugh by punching the air. Afterwards she felt much less stressed out and intimidated by the goddess in her living room, and could happily join Stephanie and Mason on the sofa.

The conversation began pretty casual. Mason mostly bragged about his perfect life in Barcelona and his new sport car, it was actually not so bad, it was tolerable. But that was until the relationship topic was brought up.

"So how did you two meet?" Mason asked, reaching out with the intention to touch Y/N's knee, but Harry was quick to put his hand there first so his cousin had no choice but to back away subtly. The funny thing here was how unbothered Stephanie was. Harry assumed she was probably too used to her fiancé being handsy with everyone to bat an eye, or she herself had never had a problem with that, which made sense if they were really engaged. Yeah, 'really', because Harry refused to believe their engagement at around the same time as his was just a coincidence.

"We were flatmates in uni," Y/N answered with a smile while Harry was smiling proudly at her.

"That's so cute!" Replied Stephanie as she turned to Mason. "Mason and I actually dated in high school! We broke up a few months after graduation but destiny brought us back together on a sunny afternoon on a beach in Bali. He asked me to marry him a week later."

"Wow...A week?" Harry laughed humorlessly as he pretended to look shocked. "Was it the same week that you heard about my engagement, Mason?"

"Baby..." Y/N tapped slightly on his leg to remind him to be polite.

Mason would be a fool not to recognize the sarcasm in Harry's question, but he was anything but a fool. He beamed at his younger cousin and gave him a shrug.

"I can't remember but if it was, lovely coincidence, huh?"

"Lovely." Harry nodded. He had to fake smiling so much his jaw began to hurt now.

"So Y/N, love, what do you do for a living?" Mason asked Y/N. And Harry wanted nothing more than to punch that smirk off his face.

"I work for a PR firm."

"Aww I'm sure you're good at that job, you're such a sweet girl."

Harry widened his eyes at the way his cousin emphasized the word 'sweet' in reference to his girl. In fact, Harry surely had something to say about it, but fortunately, Y/N stole his opportunity to speak as soon as he opened his mouth.

"Harry told me you were a journalist, right?"

"Yeah, that was also how I met Steph again." He turned to kiss his fiancé on the spot between her neck and shoulder, in a sensual way that made Harry and Y/N feel very uncomfortable. "I came to Bali on a business trip and Stephanie just happened to be shooting her new modeling campaign there."

"Wow, you're a model?" Y/N asked. But she could already see that coming.

"Yes! I would just hook Harry up with some of my friends but too bad he's engaged!"

"What?"

"Y/N, sweetie, I'm joking!" Stephanie burst into laughter and Y/N had to stop herself from pointing out how rude her joke was. Instead she just pretended to laugh along.

The awkwardness surrounding the two couples was getting hard to bear so Mason did them a favor (not really) by proposing an idea. "Harold, maybe we should go for a drink tonight and let the ladies spend some time together?"

Stephanie was more than thrilled with the suggestion; Harry and Y/N, on the other hand, were the complete opposite.

"I don't know I've got work to do..."

"Come on, Y/N! It'll be fun! I haven't had a girl friend in so long!" Stephanie pouted, holding the other girl's hand with both of hers and brought them to her chest. "I only hang out with models and most of them are boring and shallow! You, on the other hand, is the loveliest average person I've ever met!" Average?! "I like you so much already! Please don't say no!"

Of course Y/N didn't want to hang out with Stephanie. However, she saw this as a good opportunity for Harry to mend his relationship with Mason. Those two needed to talk it all out and the only way for them to do that was to leave them alone with each other.

"Oh...Okay...if you insist," Y/N blurt, only to receive a 'what are you doing?' stare from Harry.

"Try to have fun, baby. I'll make it up to you, I promise," Y/N whispered apologetically to him before standing up with Stephanie.

"Lock the door on the way out! Love you!"

"Love you too! Be safe!" Harry shouted after his fiancé as he watched her getting dragged out of the door, given only enough time to take only her bag.

"Your girl is cute," Mason commented once the ladies had already left, making Harry wish there had been a mute button to shut his cousin up for the rest of the night, sadly you couldn't do that to real life people. Harry could only try to tolerate, saving all the frustration to rant about to his girl once he got home.

Mason stood up, stretching out his limbs as the corners of his lips turned up. "So, Harold, just like old time huh?"

"Just like old time," Harry mumbled lifelessly as he rose from his seat as well. Oh how he wished Y/N could be by his side right now.

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From her past experiences, it was safe to say Y/N was awful at detecting bad people. She'd got a good heart, she'd been told that so many times. But what was the point of believing in the good nature of people if some refused to discover the goodness in themselves? That, however, didn't stop her from doing what she did best, creating second chances.

She believed whatever had happened between Harry and Mason in the past should've stayed in the past and they could work things out after tonight. And Stephanie, she could be rude and shallow at times but Layla used to be like that too and now they were best friends. So, anything could happen. People could change. And to be fair, hanging out with Stephanie wasn't exactly an awful experience. She actually gave great fashion advice and she was straightforward, which was good. They hadn't found anything in common yet, but the night was still young. Maybe at the end of today, they would be close enough to actually go on double dates (okay, that was a far reach but it didn't hurt to be positive, right?).

"Are you having fun, Y/N?" Stephanie asked then she turned to scold the lady who was filing her nails for accidentally hurting her. Y/N had no idea why they were getting their nails done at 9PM but Stephanie said this was on her schedule and she couldn't cheat on her daily beauty routine by skipping it.

The younger girl working on Y/N's nails asked her if she liked pastel blue or pastel pink, and Y/N just waved her hand and told her to pick whichever she preferred before turning back to Stephanie.

"I am, thanks for asking, look Stephanie—"

"Call me Steph."

"Okay...Steph. Do you know much about Harry's and Mason's feud?"

"What are you talking about?" Stephanie chuckled. "Mason loves Harry."

What do you know, sister? You agreed to marry him after seeing him again for one week.

"I don't think so," said Y/N. "Harry told me Mason tried to drown him once."

"That was an accident! Everyone knew that! Harry fell into the lake and if it hadn't been for Mason who jumped in to save him, he could've died!"

Y/N rolled her eyes and decided she shouldn't argue with someone who didn't know what she was talking about.

"So Y/N..." Stephanie trailed off, smiling widely. "Have you started planning the wedding yet?"

"Uh no, it's still too soon for us."

"Oh honey it's never too soon! Men can just change their minds! Are you sure you want to wait?"

Stephanie's idea about marriage was a bit absurd to Y/N. She wouldn't say it though, instead she laughed wryly. "I'm sure. I know H and he's not the type to ask someone to marry him if he's gonna change his mind a week later."

"Well, whatever you say, but Mason and I are getting married at the end of this month and you two are so invited!" Stephanie threw her hands in the air enthusiastically and nearly kicked the lady who was painting her toe nails in the face. Y/N had to apologize for her, even though the model didn't seem to care that she'd almost accidentally assaulted someone.

"That's...fast," Y/N replied, not knowing what else to say. "Do you have like...a wedding theme?"

"I haven't come up with one yet, have you already got one in mind?"

"Ever since I was a little girl I've wanted an Alice in Wonderland theme for my wedding," Y/N happily told her new acquaintance (because using the word friend at this point would be a bit too much), who seemed pretty interested in the idea. "It'd be so cute, I haven't told Harry yet though, but that's definitely my number one option."

"Lovely!" Stephanie giggled, nodding her head. "You know, you're such a perfect match for Harry. I actually thought he would end up with Olivia."

"Olivia?"

"His childhood best friend," said Stephanie.

Of course Y/N remembered Olivia who'd tried to steal her boyfriend once! She just didn't expect her name would be brought up in this conversation. What does Olivia have to do with this?

"I suppose you already know Harry asked me to the Prom and I said no."

Yeah I do, thought Y/N. You went with Mason instead!

"My friend told me Harry wanted to ask me and I thought I might say yes when he did, because Harry was such a hottie! But then Mason told me Harry only wanted to ask me out to make Olivia jealous."

"But Olivia moved away a long time before senior year."

"I know, Mason said they were in love and still keeping in touch."

Y/N knew it was just a lie so Stephanie would go to Prom with him, she was just surprised this girl didn't know it yet. Did she even know this person she was marrying in a month?

"If it weren't for Olivia, I would've ended up going to Prom with Harry!" Stephanie giggled while shaking her head. "I mean, can you imagine what would happen if we'd gone to Prom together? Maybe Harry would be my future husband, not Mason! How crazy is that? Although...we'd make lovely babies, Harry and I."

"Yeah, yeah, I get it." Y/N quickly interrupted the girl. She didn't blame Stephanie, who apparently never thought twice before she started speaking. However, now that she mentioned it, Y/N couldn't help but wonder what her fiancé would feel if he knew he could've ended up with his high school crush instead, who was now a freaking model! Would it make the idea of marrying her less...enticing?

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Mason gulped down another pine and wiped his mouth with the back of his hand as Harry watched him in awe.

"Ten seconds." The older man slammed his hand down on the table and gave his cousin a smug look. "Unlike you I don't suddenly forget how to drink after getting engaged."

Harry scoffed but decided to let that one go.

"What's with the sudden engagement anyway?" He chuckled and put down his beer. "I get that you need to prove to everyone that you're better than me but dragging Steph into this? That's low."

"Hey!" Mason drunkenly pointed a finger to Harry's face while glaring at him with hooded eyes. "Not everything is about you. I love Steph. Just because you can't have her, doesn't mean you can say whatever the fuck you want."

"It was years ago!" Harry huffed. "You can have Stephanie. I'm happy with Y/N, and I love her."

"She's turned you into a boring little boy huh?" Mason reached out to touch Harry's face, but Harry pushed his fingers away immediately. He furrowed his eyebrows and finished his beer, trying to be the responsible adult here although he was not very much more sober than his cousin.

"I chose to grow up, this has nothing to do with her, and don't talk  my girl that way, asshole."

"Okay, let's not talk about her, let's talk about you and how lame you've become." Mason cracked up and Harry just ordered another pine without giving him his attention, which triggered the older guy to continue speaking. "How about we play the little game we used to play huh? Remember that?"

"No, no, no." Harry shook his head, smiling tipsily. "I'm engaged, I'm not gonna ask for some random girl's number."

"You don't have to call them afterwards! Just to see you and me who gets more numbers at the end of the night."

"I'm engaged," he repeated, looking slightly annoyed now. "I'm pretty sure that's also considered cheating on your partner..."

"It's not." Mason snorted, patting his cousin a few times on the back. "Jeez, I'm engaged too you know. Cheating means you're fantasizing about someone else or fucking someone else, this is different. We go to a random girl, ask for her number, then move on to the next. I swear most of the people here are drunk and by the end of the night they won't even remember our face."

"I don't think it's a good idea."

"You gotta have some fun, Harold! Y/N fell for you when you were this wild thing and if you keep turning into a boring old man, sooner or later she'll be bored of you and run off with some cooler guy." Mason put a hand on Harry's shoulder and added in, "I bet not a single woman in this bar would want to fuck you now because you're such a pussy it shows."

If there hadn't been alcohol in his system, he wouldn't have let those words get to him and said no without a second thought. Sober Harry was much smarter and made better decisions. But Harry was a bit far from sober now, and even though he regretted it soon after he nodded his head, Harry still agreed to take part in his cousin's little game.

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"I did a bad thing tonight."

Y/N was taken aback by her fiancé unexpected confession as soon as he entered their flat, drunk, then pulled her into a bear hug.

"It's okay, I knew you were out drinking with Mason." She chuckled and attempted to withdraw herself from his embrace, but he grabbed onto her hips to keep her from leaving his side.

"It's not that." He pouts, bringing one hand to cup her face. "I..."

"You what?" She quietly laughed though she found nothing funny about his strange behaviors. "H, you're making me worried, just tell me what you did."

"I asked some girls at the bar for their phone numbers."

"You did what?!" She almost shouted at him and pushed him away to take a step back, as an instinct, Harry rushed forward to take hold of her hands.

"I can explain."

She nodded rapidly, eyebrows furrowed at him. "Oh, you'd better explain before I kill you!"

And he knew it was not just an empty threat, she would kill him if he failed to give her a proper explanation.

"It was a game that Mason and I used to play at high school parties. Whoever got more phone numbers at the end of the party won."

"And what did you get for winning, Harry?!"

"Just the feeling of winning I guess..."

"Unbelievable!" She raised her voice all of a sudden, making Harry jump. "I'm wearing your ring on my finger and you went out flirting—"

"Not actually flirting but—"

"Don't jump into my mouth!"

"Sorry, go on." He instantly stared down at his feet and heard her take a deep breath before letting it all out and continuing because she wasn't done with him just yet.

"You did that just to prove what? That you're better than your cousin? No, Harry Edward Styles, that doesn't make you better than him, in fact you're much more like him than you think! Can't you see what he's doing? He came here to screw up your life and it's actually working because you're letting him!"

"I couldn't let him win! He's already got the most beautiful girl in school as his fiancé." Wrong move, Harry. Wrong move! Code red!

"And you're stuck with me, is that what you're saying?"

"N-No! Absolutely not!"

"You're upset because he ended up with a model and you're getting married to an average girl like me."

"I never said that!"

"You meant that!"

Harry thought he'd better shut up before he unintentionally said something worse and had her throw his proposal ring to his face or something. He knew his Y/N would never do something like that, but it was the worst scenario he could think of so far.

"I'm going to bed now," she spoke after a moment of silence. She didn't ask him to go pack his bags and get lost, which was good, yet she seemed so disappointed in him, which was...not good.

"Turn off the lights, okay?"

"Okay..." He nodded then watched her head back to their room in silence. He wasn't fucked, but he knew he would be if he didn't do something about it. First, he needed to get sobered up though.

So Harry decided to take a shower meanwhile giving his love time to be alone and calm down before they had 'the talk', you know, the one couples had after both parties had calmed down from an argument so they could come to an agreement how they wanted the fight to end. He hated that talk, not really, because it either ended with great sex or him sleeping on the sofa. Considering how she'd stopped yelling at him before she walked away, this time...definitely the sofa.

When Harry returned to the bedroom, Y/N immediately sat up on the bed. He swallowed and scratched the back of his head timidly as he spoke up, "don't worry, I'm just gonna grab my pillow."

"Why?"

"To sleep on the sofa. Don't tell me I don't deserve a pillow too."

The frown on his face made her chuckle. Y/N gently patted down on his side of the bed as she told him to get in with her. She wouldn't need to say it twice. Harry almost ran to her and in just a split second he was already snuggling in her arms.

She let him rest his head on her chest while stroking his hair like she usually did, which he loved. And so they lied there for a while, Harry staring at Y/N, who was staring at the ceiling. She was thinking of something, and he was too exhausted try and read her mind.

"You're not mad anymore?" He asked quietly.

"Can't stay mad at you. Trust me I've tried." Her answer put a beam upon his face. "I'm sorry I yelled at you though."

"I deserved that, I was an idiot."

"I agree with that."

"Hey!" He scoffs, making her laugh.

"What you did was stupid, but you were honest with me and I appreciate that." Y/N kissed his forehead, feeling him shifting to get comfortable as one of his arms wrapped around her waist, pulling her closer.

"I don't know what happened love," he started. "I turned back into that same immature high school boy when I was with Mason. I guess he made me feel so insecure about myself that I just had to prove him wrong, even by winning a stupid game."

"What's there to be insecure about?"

Harry gave Y/N this look as if she'd just asked him if one plus one was two, because to him the answer was pretty obvious.

"He was always my grandparents' favorite. He was good at school, he was popular, he hung out with cool people. Now he's still doing better than me, he's rich and good-looking and—"

"Stop it!" Y/N laughed slightly as she cut him off. "Why do you have to see this as a competition? You're better than that. I know that he came here with his fiancé to rub it in our faces, but you allowed him to get to you." Harry puckered up his eyebrows, biting his lip as he listened to her. "I think he's secretly jealous of you because you don't even have to try hard and put other people down to get such a great life. Your life is actually better than his if you think about it. I mean, you have good friends, a cat, a family, a job that you love, and me. Those are the ones that matter, not people like Mason."

"You're right." He breathed, looking up at her.

She didn't intend to tell him this, but she thought she had to because he'd been honest with her. "Stephanie told me she wanted to go to the Prom with you, not him."

"I know."

Her eyes grew wide when she heard those two words. "You do?"

"Yeah, he told me how he made up the whole Olivia thing. What a dick. But why do you think it'd matter?" Harry released a laugh as he propped his head up on his elbow, gazing down at her.

"Never mind, it's silly." She shyly smiled and covered her face with her hands, but he removed them both so they could look at one another as they spoke.

"No, tell me. I want to know."

"Okay so I was afraid you'd feel disappointed after knowing Stephanie's engaged to Mason when that could be you if you'd gone to Prom with her."

"Awww, love..."

Y/N's face turned red as she started giggling. "I told you it was silly! Just forget it!"

"It is silly, Y/N. She's just some girl I fancied in high school, who cares if she's a model now and engaged to that asshole. I'm already engaged to the woman I love, I don't care about her."

Seeing the smile on his girl's face made Harry realize how right she was to say his life was better than Mason's. Mason either asked Steph to marry him because he couldn't tell lust from love or he just wanted to prove he was always one step ahead of Harry; whatever the reason was, Harry knows those two weren't in love and knew nothing about each other. He, on the contrary, was marrying the love of his life, his best friend, the kindest and sweetest person he'd ever known. So yes, this might not be a competition, but Harry thought he'd already won.

"Okay let's put this all behind us and move on, alright?" Y/N declares. "No more talks about Mason or Stephanie. Just focus on our thing from now on."

"Agreed." Harry gladly nods and is more than relieved to finally leave the feud with his cousin in the past.

Y/N, nevertheless, doesn't know that she will be the one to go against her own words, not until a week later, when she receives a wedding invitation from Mason and Stephanie.

"That bitch!!!"

"Y/N, language! Treasure can hear you!" Harry covers the cat's tiny ears as he watches his girl fall down by his side on the sofa.

"Here! See it for yourself!" She handed him the wedding invitation which had been sent in a fancy-looking white envelope. The entire thing had been hand-written, using sparkly gold ink. If they could be this extra for just their wedding invitations, Y/N couldn't imagine how their wedding was gonna be.

"An Alice in Wonderland themed wedding?" Harry chuckled as he read quickly through the lines. "Clever!"

"Of course it's clever!" Y/N cried out. "It's my idea! She stole it!"

"Aww baby you've never told me you wanted a—"

"It doesn't matter anymore, she stole my dream wedding theme!"

"Y/N," Harry calmly spoke while stroking the kitty on his lap. "Remember what you said, no more competition."

"But—"

"Baby, there are plenty of other literature classics for you to choose from, let it go, don't let this get to you," he said, picking up their cat's two paws to wave at her, that made her go soft again. "I'll help you come up with a better theme, yeah? We'll have a much cooler wedding and those people won't even be invited. Besides, we both know one of them is gonna file a divorce after a few weeks into their marriage, a month's top, I bet it's gonna be Stephanie."

The crinkles between Y/N's brows slowly eased as Harry's encouraging words had calmed her down. She closed her eyes and took a deep breath before exhaling to retrieve her composure.

"Okay, you're right..." Y/N raised a forefinger. "I'm gonna let this go. But I'm not going to their wedding, because if I see her again I will fuck her up and it certainly won't be pretty!"

Then she soon noticed the strange look on his face.

"What?" she asked, raising an eyebrow.

"Nothing." Harry's dimples digged holes in his cheeks as he brought his lips down to lay a soft kiss on the corner of her mouth. "I just love you a lot, s'all."

And as simply as that, he got to see her smiling again.

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Let’s do it//Luke Hemmings fic pt. 2

Check out pt. 1 here: woah a link

Synopsis: Your best friend Luke challenges you to get out of your comfort zone more often. This somehow leads to you two doing dumb and possibly illegal acts to one up each other.

Pairing: Bestfriend!Luke & Y/N

Warnings: Swearing. Slow burn relationship. 

Word Count: 2.2 k

Notes: i know this took a while ive had a rough time these past two weeks alright bye

^not my gif. whoevers it is is a god/goddess thank you for blessing us with creating that fine piece of art.

2:00 AM. It was 2 AM and you were finally putting your plan into action. Did you really have to wait a week and a half to pursue this plan? No. But it certainly has been entertaining to watch Luke struggle to figure out what you had in mind.

You arrived at Luke’s house, dressed in pure black. Because although you wanted to top Luke’s skydiving challenge, you also did not want to get thrown in jail.

Thankfully, you had a spare key to Luke’s house, which he had given you in confidence that you would use it for emergencies, not for late-night slightly-illegal adventures. Whoops.

You open his front door quietly, tip toeing across the living room and towards his bedroom door. Your heart fluttered a touch as you could hear the sound of his soft snores when you opened the door. He laid sprawled across his bed, hugging a pillow to his chest, his body facing you. He wore nothing but boxers, and you stared a moment too long for your liking before waking him.

“Psst, Luke!” you whispered. You rubbed his shoulder, trying to wake him up as nicely as you could. Being best friends with Luke for years comes with the knowledge that he can be an absolute asshole if woken up improperly. He hummed back, shifting slightly, but still not waking up completely.

“Luke!” you whispered a bit louder. Finally, his eyes opened, only to convey feelings of grand confusion when he took in your appearance at such a late hour.

“Y/N, what are you doing here?” He asked groggily, wiping his eyes with his fingers. His voice was hoarse and deep as a result from just waking up, and it took more concentration than you’d admit to not drown in it. Something about it made you want to just hop into bed with Luke and completely forget about your challenge. But Luke was your best friend, and you would never ruin your friendship with him for a little crush, he was too important, and it’s not like the feelings are reciprocated, anyways.

“Payback time. You in?” You asked, not wanting to give away too many details about what you had in mind. 

“What the fuck do you mean?” He whined, with no hint of annoyance in his voice, which surprised you, seeing as you woke him up in the middle of the night. But Luke was finding it hard to be mad at seeing you, no matter what time of day it was.

“It means,” you said, ripping the covers off of him before turning to his closet to grab him black jeans and a black shirt, “you either get your ass out of bed or lose.”

*****

“You gonna tell me yet?” Luke questioned, now clad in the attire you had chosen earlier. You just shook your head slightly, a grin playing on your lips. 

“C’mon gimme a break. You knew what we were gonna do before we actually did it. And what if I don’t like it and I wanna back out?” He turned his body to face you, but you continued to face the road.

“You’ll see in a minute, geez,” you said. “And, trust me, I don’t think you’re gonna back out with what I’ve got in mind,” you finally looked at him, giving him a mischievous smile before returning your eyes back to the road. But Luke was still staring at you, and your skin burned under the pressure of knowing that. But like hell you were going to let Luke know how you felt, so instead you said the cheesy one-liner you had heard on every sit-com in situations like these.

“You know it’s rude to stare, yeah?” you said, expecting Luke to have a cocky remark to what you had said. But instead he just looked down at his feet, his cheeks flushing in embarrassment, before muttering out a quiet “‘m sorry”, that made you giggle. 

Before you could say anything else, you turned down the street of your desired destination. Before he could see where you are, you screamed at him to cover his eyes. He did so reluctantly, before you parked your car two houses down from where your plans would take place tonight.

You got out of the car, leaving the door open so you could talk to Luke, and headed to open the trunk of the vehicle.

“Ya mind tellin’ me what’s happenin’? Luke said jokingly. You rolled your eyes, before heading towards the passenger seat door to open it and guide him towards the back of the car to show him what you two will be doing tonight.

“Alright, uncover your eyes,” you said. Luke quickly took his hands off of his face and glanced around curiously, before looking down at what was below him.

In your trunk lay 4 cartons, each filled with a dozen eggs. He picked one up, confused as to what you had in mind. That was until, he realized where the two of you were. Two houses down was the house of his latest ex-girlfriend, who Luke was infatuated with . Although that ended quickly when she cheated on him, leaving Luke heartbroken. It hurt you as much as it hurt him, seeing him in so much pain.

“Shut up, Y/N, you’ve gotta be fuckin kiddin me,” he started laughing, unable to contain the excitement and nervousness that suddenly washed over him.

“I thought it was time for some revenge,” you raised your eyebrows, laughing along with him. Unbeknownst to him this was as much revenge for him as it was for you, avenging your best friend. You hated her the entire time he dated her, not because he was dating her, but because she almost seemed to brag about dating him. All in all, she wasn’t healthy for him, and you can’t help but be protective over your best friend.

“So you in?” you asked, leaning on the car, a knowing smile on your face. As if you didn’t already know the answer.

“In?” Luke retorted, “I’m offended you’d think I’d say no,” he said, grabbing the four cartons before turning to walk with you down the block.

*****

You both held two eggs, one in each hand. You both were beyond excited leading up to this moment, but now that it had arrived, doubts were starting to fill your head.

“What if she calls the police?” Luke whispered. 

“I dunno man, we cross our fingers and hope for the best,” you replied casually, trying to show him you weren’t scared. Luke just shook his head, obviously seeing right through your act. You looked at him before returning your eyes to the house in front of you.

House didn’t seem like the right word for it. Mansion, maybe. Whatever this girl had done, she did it right, because she was clearly well off, with or without Luke. It had a white exterior, with freshly cut flowers beside the windows, which were too long to look at in one piece. It even had a rustic fountain on the right-side of the yard. You took note to egg that, too.

“Alright,” Luke nodded, seeming to have gathered enough confidence to go through with this. 

“We doing it?” you readied your first egg.

“Hell yea we are,” Luke replied, before raising his right arm and pulling it back, quickly swinging it forward and releasing the egg. The egg soared through the air quickly, before landing and cracking on one of the expansive windows.

Luke and you looked at each other, in complete disbelief you guys were actually doing this. You two giggled, trying to keep it down, before you nervously threw the next egg, landing splat on the front door.

With the more eggs you two threw, the more confident you became. Quickly you had an ongoing game, where different areas counted for different amount of points. You had completely forgotten your worries, and was just having a good time with your best friend. You guys began to perform eccentric positions to throw the eggs, and you two couldn’t help but laugh so hard tears fled your eyes.

You were right in the middle of throwing the last egg of the third carton when the front door suddenly opened. Out came Luke’s ex-girlfriend, still in her pyjamas, stomping over to see who was currently destroying the front of her house.

“What the fuck? Who are you?!” She screamed into the dead of night. Thankfully, the nearest streetlight was three houses down, so you and Luke were far enough away to be completely hidden in darkness, only seen as mere shadows to her eyes. You two looked at each other quickly, sudden terror in your eyes, as you quickly began to sneak your way silently back to the car, trying to not make too much movement and get noticed.

“Show yourselves, you cowards!” She screamed, quickly flashing her phone flashlight across her yard. You took this as a sign to burst out running, just not before throwing the final egg in your hand at the expensive fountains of hers, laughing as you did so, this truky settling in your heart as victory. You had the man and she had a breakfast water-feature.

You threw yourself into the drivers seat, Luke not far behind you, your hearts racing as you started the car and slammed your foot on the gas pedal. 

*****

Your heart hadn’t stopped racing, and you were trying to even your breathing as much as you could as you drove down the deserted streets. Your fingers trembled as they clenched the steering wheel for the ongoing 10 minutes, even though you were far away from her house. 

Luke noticed your shaking hands and instinctively grabbed one of your hands and started rubbing it between his comfortably, trying to calm you a bit. You blushed at his actions, certainly not helping your racing heartbeat, but it soon helped calm your nerves down, an effect Luke usually had on you in stressful situations.

“How ya doin’?” He asked quietly, still trying his best to make you feel comfortable, he had never liked it when something was bothering you.

You cleared your throat before replying, “Better now, it was really fun, to be honest,” you laughed a bit at the memories, Luke joining in, releasing your now still hands so you could drive better.

“What about you? How’re you doing” you started, afraid of what he would say to your next words, “You know, after seeing her again?” you tried to remain neutral about this topic, not giving away your true feelings about how she made you feel. 

Luke just shrugged at your words, not seeming too fazed at all about what you brought up. “Nothin’ really, it was good to get back at her and stuff, but it wasn’t like she meant that much to me in the beginning.” 

Well that’s certainly not what you were expecting. You tried to hide your surprise as you turned left to head back to his place and said, “But you were heartbroken when she cheated on you.”

“Yea cause it sucks when someone cheats,” he replied simply. You both continued to stare at the road ahead of you. 

“How did you get over her so quickly?” You questioned.

“Well I was gonna break up with her anyways, at some point, jus’ took me a while since I didn’t wanna hurt her feelings or something.” He laughed a bit at the irony in that, seeing as she clearly didn’t care about his feelings. 

“You were? Why?” You inquired, curious at this sudden news.

“I dunno, kinda wasn’t really into it, I guess.” Luke shrugged, his eyes never leaving the his window, staring intently at the passing houses and buildings.

“How did I not know any of this stuff before?” you asked, more to yourself than to him.

“Well we don’t really talk about relationships and stuff,” He finally looked over to you, but you made yourself continue to look at the road, afraid of what you’ll admit if you look him in the eye. 

But it is true, you two, for the entirety of your friendship, tended to stay away from talking about girlfriends and boyfriends and the sorts, an unspoken rule you never really knew began.

You hummed in response, pulling into the driveway of Luke’s house.

“Well,” you changed the subject, “I expect something fantastic to top this, Hemmings,” you challenged, forcing a smile after your prior conversation.

Luke grinned, the smile never reaching his eyes, though.  “Oh, Y/L/N, you don’t know what’s hit cha,” he said, before closing your car door and walking up his front steps, glancing back at you and waving.

You waited for him to totally be in his house, before letting out a huff of breath, one you didn’t realize you were holding. Damn in, you were in trouble.

*****

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