#remember me; know i'm with you the only way i can be [muse: leon]

[kotobancmori]

Small Tagdump

come out and play; let it rain down hellfire [muse: kenpachi]

thought i was fully prepared for the threshold in store [muse: kotetsu]

remember me; know i'm with you the only way i can be [muse: leon]

i don't play i slay; i don't walk i strut and then sashay [muse: nathan]

phantom pains of what i've lost and what i've gained [muse: ginko]

deep in the darkest night we must be points of light [muse: petros]

may not look like much but push me you'll see [muse: bruno]

[lovelybunchof-roses]

The Mansion and Its Residents - 2nd Person POV Story

You come upon a mansion, one that had never been here before. You look at the paper you were given, the address scribbled across it, almost intelligibly. When you first read it, you recognized it as being for a large, abandoned lot, one that many people used to dump their trash or claimed was haunted. However, when you mentioned it to people, they were confused. They stated that the Mansion has been there for years, housing a group of rather... interesting people. When you argued, they showed you pictures of the Mansion, established ten years ago. It was well-maintained, not a single empty beer bottle on the ground, or grocery bag flittering through the wind. You've been summoned to the Mansion, and against other people's suggestions, you are now here, at the bright red doors.

You reach out to the doorbell and press the button. You're not sure what you expected, but a regular-sounding doorbell ring wasn't it. Maybe something more.... grand? Original, even?

Not even a moment later, the door swings open. Standing there is a man with dirty blond hair. You remember from the photos seeing him, but you can't recall his name. He looks confused seeing you there, and you don't blame him. You don't know why you're here either.

"Uh, hi? Can I help you?" he asks you. You explain you received this address and what appeared to be a summons here. You take the written note out of your pocket and offer it to him. He accepts the paper and looks it over. He then sighs and shakes his head.

"Sorry. We don't get a lot of visitors here, however... it seems you've been made a guest of honor by the Mansion. Come in," he states, stepping aside to grant access into the building. You ask him what he means by that while you step inside.

"It's difficult to explain, not without starting from the beginning. However, it seems the Mansion would like to introduce itself, as well as us, to you. I'm Leon, and you've been cordially invited into our worlds," he goes on. Before you can ask another question, he starts leading the way deeper inside. You figure that it would be best to follow him, you don't feel like getting lost, and Leon seems trustworthy.

"First off, you seem to already know this place didn't use to be here. You're right, it didn't, but in bringing all of us here, something's happened to this world. It's like we've all been rewritten into it even though for us, we only got here a few days ago," Leon goes on, looking around the rooms himself. You notice a series of signs and labels either on or above the doors, as well as sections or pathways that were dark, the lights turned off. You ask Leon what he means when he says 'this world' and how he and apparently "the others" appeared here.

"We're not from here like I already said. I'm from what's labeled as the Raccoon City sector of the Mansion, whereas others are from places such as the Overworld, the Mushroom Kingdom, all sorts of places. All of our worlds are different, different stories, even different rules of reality. I don't have magic in my world, but many of the residents here do. I have man-made viruses that created entire zombie apocalypses and disasters, but their worlds don't. However, we all ended up here." While Leon told you this, you notice he was bringing you to the aforementioned Raccoon City sector. There's one room that has his name written across the door, and across from his room was another one with 'Wesker' written across it. Another one of the residents of the Mansion, you assume. Deeper down the hallway, there were other doors. How does this one hallway have so many doors? You didn't realize you asked the question out loud until you heard Leon chuckle.

"Believe you and me, we didn't get it either. According to one of the other members here, they muse it to be a timeline. Apparently, those are common in their world, and they're part of the group that seems the least fazed or bothered by this. Most of us are still taking time to process and adjust, but they've carried on life as normal. Along with these timelines are also a door to take us to what is called our... "canon" timeline? Apparently where we came from, where we can go back to at any point. It's not a hostage situation here, we're not forced to stay, but we have a bedroom to rest in, mostly free access to everything in this world, and the oddest part... receiving mail from others also in different or similar worlds."

You've basically just been told that multiple universes exist, and apparently, all of these people have been brought to a place that has bent reality to encompass all of them in one spot. You have no idea why you're being brought into this, and you're sure to point this out to Leon as well. You also ask again about the Mansion, and why he refers to it like it is a living thing.

"The Mansion is a living thing. They're an entity and the one who brought us all here. We don't know why, how, or for what reason. We've currently chalked it up to them being lonely, bored, or interested to see what happens when people of differing worlds come together. The Mansion set up ground rules and such, and we're expected to follow them. They're not malicious but definitely.... confusing," Leon states casually. You suppose you should have guessed the Mansion truly was living this whole time with how he talked about it. Or them?

"As for why you're here... who knows. I may be the head of the house, but that doesn't mean I know the ins and outs of everything here. I can only assume the Mansion has decided you're playing an important part of their story," Leon adds afterwards, continuing to walk through the Mansion, showing off the different areas. You then proceed to ask what Leon means about being the "head of the house" in this case. You guessed it wasn't the same as what most people meant it by.

"Oh, well I was one of the first residents to show up to the Mansion. I was given the responsibility of both keeping the peace and making sure the rules of the Mansion are followed. Not much else to say about it." Once shown the different places, you're brought back to the front of the Mansion. You didn't run into the other residents, so you ask about them as well.

"Oh, they're likely in their rooms. Like I said, this has been a big adjustment for most people. Personally... I feel like I remember being in this situation before, whatever that may mean. If you decide to come back, you'll likely see them. That's part of being the Guest of Honor, you're allowed in and out as you see fit. So... I suppose we'll be seeing you again. Or not. It's up to you."

[grieverled-moved]

Me as I rattle in my little jail cell to tell you what I know I keep saying 🧍🏻 anyways I first started following you wayyyyy back when you were first starting to write Leon and it's because I had a habit of letting people follow me first, checking out their page and deciding if I could see myself interacting and I'm so glad I did!! Anyways not important!!

Well yes important but not the point, I figured you seemed nice enough and from what I saw of your writing you put a lot of thought and care into your portrayals and so I was like "yeah okay!!" And then we briefly interacted a little bit, I think as Leon and Piers? I can't remember exactly because it's been like a year and a half and we're always switching it up, but I remember mentioning wanting to pick Luis back up because I stopped writing him (for some stupid reason probably idk) and there you were!!! In my comments being excited for me to make his side blog and willing to interact and it was that push that made me make him and put more thought into him other than just "hehe traumatized flirty Spanish man" and from there on I've just stuck around with every muse you write because it's always a delight and so so refreshing to see your spin on muses.

I can happily say I'm so glad we met and started interacting because you really are so much more than a writing partner to me, I follow you here on Squall for two reasons, the first being you write him!!! I wanna write with whoever you let me write with because I love writing with you, even if I don't know the character which is a bonus because I get to learn about someone new and I get to listen to you gush, the second being the fact that Zack's stupid ass got so ridiculously attached to Squall because of our interactions and mans is just sticking around to be annoying and supportive.

This got hella long but!!! Love ya lots Sol, I wanted to amp up the positivity because we in a mushy kinda mood today.

MUSHY MOOD ALL AROUND YEAH—- I adore you sm and honestly, with both of us being shy as hell at the start, I’m glad we got over that enough to talk as often as we do now. I mean it when I say I’m thankful I can call you a friend, a close enough one that I feel comfortable rambling to about anything and everything when it strikes me without feeling like I’ll bore you or something. It’s rare to feel that kinda comfort and honestly, you’re a gem for being able to put up with all the constant angsty feels I yeet at you.

I’m so glad there’s that freedom to interact with any muses between us, because if I’m being honest, you’re just that rare kinda writer that makes everything fun to read and write with, someone who I can write many different stories with no matter the muse. You bring your characters to life in such a unique way — I’m not kidding when I say your writing blows me away and a lot of the time I’m only slow with our things because you inspire me to want to give my all and not give back a half-assed reply.

Your muses are tackled in every angle, from the softer vulnerable sides, to the more angstier underbellies, to even crack like with Luis being teased about being a beanpole or his love of novellas, to even those heart wrenching threads with his past being skimmed over with his son. You aren’t afraid to tackle any topic no matter how dark or angsty and gritty, and you always do it so respectfully well in a way that makes your characters feel like real people with human emotions and thoughts and flaws. I really do admire you for that because it’s not easy to get so deep into a muses thoughts and head that you portray them so well!

As for being there to hype you up, I am so glad I did because tbh, you’ve made him such an enjoyable character for me, I see Luis and I go instantly feral because of your portrayal specifically and how well you wrote him. IT IS THE SAME THOUGH - I remember when I first picked up Leon, not many gave him a chance and it meant the world when you were willing to write and develop him with me. Ultimately, I came for Piers, stayed for Luis, and have been there to write with Miriam, Alucard, Claire and Jill a bit, Kyojuro and Obanai ( I am sorry Sanemi wasn’t peeking enough to get to write with him when he was awake, FINGERS CROSSED WE CAN WRITE AGAIN IN THE FUTURE FOR EM IF OUR KNY MUSES WAKE UP ), and now Zack 💕💕💕

I know next to nothing about ff7 but here you are making me love this character and get invested in his world because of our chatting and threads so far. That’s talent and your passion for him is contagious! Can honestly say that Squall is beyond fond of your Zack already too, and I’m excited to see what they get up to in future threads because it’s been so much fun to see these two idiots interact so far. I adore you so so much Ganna and I’m so glad you’re a friend I have in my life today still.

I hope we can write together for a long long time! 🫂💕

[komotionlessqueenmm]

Imagine # 927

Gif NOT mine.

If this gif is yours (or you know who's it is) please let me know, so I can give you/them credit.

Gif credit goes to - @alistairs (Unless told otherwise.)

Year posted - 2022

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When (Y/n) noticed Leon shiver from the cold winter air, her smile quickly turned to a concerned frown, as they stood outside of the RCPD. "Are you cold babe?" (Y/n) asked her boyfriend with a small tilt of her head. "A little, I forgot to grab my coat from the house in my rush to get to work." Leon admitted with a small chuckle, remembering fondly why he was late this morning. "Here take mine, I'm going straight home after this anyways." (Y/n) insisted as she shrugged off her dark purple leather coat, passing it to her grateful boyfriend, neither of them aware of his coworkers watching them through the windows. "Thanks sweetheart." Leon leaned over pecking her cheek before slipping the coat on, finding it a little snug around his arms, but incredibly warm. "You sure you'll be alright?" He asked as he took a hold of her hands. "Yeah you know me, I like the cold, and I was actually getting pretty warm wearing that." (Y/n) admitted with a casual shrug. "You sure that wasn't because of me?" Leon teased in a soft tone, making (Y/n) snort before she wrapped her arms around his slim hips. "It's always because of you sugar." She mused before kissing him passionately. "You should probably head back in, go protect the city and all that." (Y/n) murmured when they pulled apart for air. "Thanks for bringing me my lunch." Leon pecked her cheek again. "Of course, I'll see you at home." (Y/n) booped his nose playfully, a wide smile blooming on her face when he grabbed her hand, kissing her knuckles before whispering with pure adoration. "I love you." Her heart melting as always when Leon's this cute. "I love you more." (Y/n) declared, giving his hand a gentle squeeze before reluctantly pulling away. While Leon lingered to watch her leave, picking up the packed lunch (Y/n) had brought him, as he had sat it down in favor of giving her his whole attention. Waving as she drove passed, a small chuckle left him when she waved back like an excited little kid. His heart swelling with so much love he felt he might burst at the seams.

When Leon reentered the RCPD a chill ran up his spine, as the temperature difference was night and day. He kicked what little bit of snow was still stuck to his shoes off, then walked off further into the building, entering the room where he and his coworkers worked. "Purple looks good on you rookie." One of the guys called out, making several people snicker. "I thought so." Leon shot back with a proud smile, nothing could bring him down, especially when he was practically wrapped in his girlfriends fragrance. "I honestly can't tell, was that your girlfriend, or your mother?" Another male officer taunted. "Oh leave him alone." A female officer called out, tossing a pen at the offending officer. "That was my incredible fiance actually." Leon retorted, more or less lying, as he was planning on proposing soon, and he was confident (Y/n) would say yes. "Oh look at you." The officer teased playfully, shooting Leon a wink to indicate he was only joking. Leon smiled to himself as he sat down at his desk, setting his lunch down he felt content with leaving her jacket on for now, enjoying the smell of her perfume that lingered on it. "I think you guys are really cute." One of the female officers mused as she leaned over to talk to Leon. "Oh, thanks." Leon chuckled softly, having jumped a little when she first spoke. "I wish I had a girlfriend like that." She added with a smile, turning her attention back to her work afterwards. Leon smiled with pride, feeling lucky to have someone like (Y/n) in his life. And when his phone chimed with a text from (Y/n), his heart skipped a beat, and he bit the inside of his cheek momentarily. "Oh by the way, be sure to come straight home after work. I've got a surprise for you that you're really gonna like." The text read, before a picture of lacey purple lingerie laid out on their shared bed popped up. Leon's face quickly turned a deep shade of red and he practically slammed his phone screen down onto his desk, worried someone would see the picture. After glancing around and making sure the coast was clear, he picked his phone up and shot back a quick text. "I promise! 😍" He smiled as he locked his phone screen, now very eager to get home.

[milkytheholy1]

Big bro to the rescue

Request: Lol so many of the things listed on the prompt list I would love to see. I can see some of them being absolutely perfect for Leo and Donnie. But could you do number 43 with Leo and the Reader, where Leo is the one that says he’s been practising ways to ask them out in the mirror?

A/N: Hey sorry it's taken me so long to get to your request, I have two more to do after this as well, I took a little break from writing for a few days so I could focus on my uni work. Since I'm on break I thought I'd try to get through as many requests as I possibly could, so I recommend sending them in now if you have any.

43: "I remember practising how to ask you out in the mirror..."

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Leo wrangled his fingers together, constantly shuffling from foot to foot. His brows were burrowed in frustration as he stared at his reflection in the mirror, mumbling strangled sentences together.

"Hey (Y/N)~, whatta ya say to-"

"I didn't know there were any angels on earth, but obviously I was wrong~"

"What up toots- Oh god that's awful!"

"Me + you = date? Ew no, now I sound like Donnie."

Leo sighed as he continued to pout in the mirror, his hands now rested by his sides in defeat, moving forward he rested his head against his own reflection "(Y/N), I really like you" he whispered into the quiet air.

"LEO!" Raph yelled from the projector room, Leo shot up his head colliding with the mirror in the process. Grumbling under his breath, Leo walked out of his room harshly pulling the curtain aside. Rubbing his head, he glared at his older brother who was perched on the lounger.

"What?" He hissed out, Raph peered over the chair his eyes widening at the forming bump on Leo's forehead "What happened to you?" He questioned. The red-eared slider marched up to his brother, motioning him to come closer, Raph leaned in clearly engaged. Leo gently placed a hand on Raph's muscled shoulder "I WHACKED MY HEAD ON A MIRROR BECAUSE OF YOUR SCREAMING!" He yelled.

Raph's eyes were wide, his ears constantly ringing like a bomb had just gone off right in front of him. Leo huffed out a breath, his arms now folded over his plastron "I'll be in the kitchen if you need me, and please don't need me." he mused, turning around swiftly heading to the kitchen. "What!" Raph yelled, still unable to hear anything.

Heading straight to the freezer to get some ice for his swelling bump, Leo leaned against the counter, cloth of ice in hand. Mikey strolled in with a spring in his step, his eyes traced Leo's form soon landing on the reddening bump "Whew momma, what happened to you?"

"S'nothing," Leo grumbled out, hissing as he pressed the iced cloth to his head. Mikey gave him a sympathetic look but carried on going about the kitchen, Leonardo watched as his youngest brother grabbed various ingredients from different shelves tossing them in the air then gracefully catching them.

"Hey, do you wanna help me make piz-" Mikey turned back to Leon only to notice the space he had been occupying was empty. Mikey's head swivelled around the room "Leo?" perhaps he's playing hide and seek? Mikey thought, shrugging he went back to business.

Walking past Donnie's lab on the way back to his room, he could hear the mad scientist himself laughing uncontrollably. Taking a quick peek into his room, Leo saw Donnie wielding a saw and hammer, purple neon lights covering his reptilian form. Donnie's eyes were covered by his goggles, his teeth rigged and sharp, behind him, was Sheldon laughing too but it seemed more nervous. Leo continued to stare at what he assumed was his adoptive brother, because there was no way could he be related to that.

Compared to when he rushed out of his room moments ago, Leo gently slid the curtain closed sluggishly moving to his bed. Laying on his shell, Leo pulled away from the iced cloth staring at the damped material in his hand. Sighing he stood up again and resumed his position in front of the mirror, his eyes widened as he took in his appearance. The bump on his head was more like a mountain, the middle was red but slowly fading into a purply kind of colour "Great." he groaned.

"How am I meant to ask (Y/N) out now with this thing on my head!"

"Wait you're trying to ask (Y/N) out?" Came a rough voice, Leo spun to face the entrance of his room. The curtain was pulled aside, Raph's bulky frame carefully shuffling into the room "Have you been practising in the mirror?" Leo looked away from his brother's amused look, too embarrassed to admit the truth. The room was silent, Raph shifted on his feet feeling slightly uncomfortable "Look, how about I help ya out?"

Leo's head shot to his brother, mouth agape "What?" he rasped out. Raph began to scratch his head due to nerves "Well, I guess it's sorta my fault, right? Ya hit your head because of me and knowing you, ya wouldn't want (Y/N) to see ya with mount Everest on ya head."

"Do you really think I'm that shallow?" Leo mused, trying to lighten the mood. Raph smirked in return "C'mon you didn't want them to see you sick and If I'm being honest-" Raph joined Leo on the bed, wrapping an arm around his shoulder dragging him into his side "You looked way worse then than ya do now."

"Wha-" Leo pulled away from Raph's side, an offended pout gracing his lips. "C'mon faceman, big brother Raph is here to help." Raph smiled kindly, still perched on the bed. Leo embraced the help and willingly listened to what his brother said.

A knock on your window pulled you away from your schoolwork, wheeling your chair closer to the window your smile widened when you saw the blue bandana. Flicking the lock open you heaved open the window, Leon jumped in his feet landing on the plush carpet of your room.

"And what do I owe the pleasure of this spontaneous meeting?" You mused, your jumper sleeves pulled down over your hands. Leo shifted on the spot, his fingers reaching to tug down the bobbled hat April had brought them all to cover his lump. "What, can I not come visit my favourite person in the world?" he teased, "Favourite?" you hummed. Leo nodded his head, his body collapsing onto your bed "God I missed this bed, it's so soft." he purred out, your cheeks bloomed a light pink at his praise.

Moving back to your schoolwork, your smile faltering a little at the pile of papers that needed to be filled out. Leo looked up from your bed, his eyes following your every movement, even if your back was turned to him. "Sooo~" he drew out "Whatcha doin?" he imitated Isabella from Phineas and Ferb, laughing a little at his impression you heaved out a sigh "Schoolwork, it's totally bumming me out."

"Wow, must be bad you're speaking from the 90s" he quipped, laughing again you looked away from your work. Leo sat with his hands behind his back holding him up so he could look at you, tilting your head to the side a little you questioningly stared at his hat "Since when did you wear bobbled hats?"

"Oh, this old thing?" he inquired, pointing his green finger to his head "April brought them for us last year, I've never worn it til now though."

"So why now then?"

"I felt like I wanted a change." He pouted, his arms crossing over his chest. You let out an obnoxious laugh "Okay, so what's the real reason?" you pried, Leo turned his head away from you "I already told you."

You wouldn't let his stubbornness get the best of you, marching forward you quickly ripped the hat away from his head like lightning. You dropped the hat as your hands came over your mouth trying to hold back the laughter. Sitting back in your chair with a huge smirk on your lips you kept your cool "Sooo~" you started, Leo's eyes glaring at you a pout gracing his features "You wanna talk about your little friend there?" You tried so hard not to burst out laughing.

Leo let out another annoyed huff, however, a smile crept onto his face at the thought that now surrounded his mind. He was reminded of what Raph had told him earlier in the lair. Mind Raph appeared in front of Leo "Alright, here's watcha do. You gotta make them flustered, every time you hang around them and make them flustered they're like putty in ya hands. Then you back off once they're blushing mad, then BOOM ask them out!" Leo and Mind Raph fist-bumped before he disappeared.

With newfound confidence and a devilish smirk, Leo stood up, waltzing his way towards you. Giving him a nervous grin you watched as he placed his hands behind your head, his fingers wrapping around the hard back of your chair. Your face finally broke out into a red pool of flustered emotions, his face was so close to your own, you could scarcely feel his breath fanning over your lips.

"(Y/N) I think I have the perfect distraction for you," he whispered, his eyes half-lidded "Yeah?" you murmured back. He nodded his head, pulling back a bit, "How about I take you out? You know, movies and dinner?" his facade seemed to be working, for now, he was lucky you couldn't see how nervous and panicked he was on the inside. Your head rapidly nodded, a grin on full display "Yeah, I'd love to."

"Great, how about tomorrow night? I'll pick you up in the turtle tank."

"It's a date." Leo pulled you from the chair in one solid motion, smushing you against his plastron, your arms circled around him as best as you could. You felt Leo's chest bounce with laughter, the sweet sound of his merriment filling the room. "What's so funny?" you asked, trying your best to stare up at him. Pulling a hand away from you to wipe a tear away from his eye, he smiled down at you pressing a gentle kiss to your forehead, his cheeks highlighted with a bright pink "I remember practising how to ask you out in the mirror."

"Oh yeah? And how'd it go?" you mused, his arms tightened around you "Never as good as this."

[maxdes]

MC takes a bullet for the RO, kills the attacker, and does the bare minimum bandaging to prevent too much blood loss and trys to power through it claiming "tis but a flesh wound." RO reactions to that? (I'm assuming bullets are a thing, if not an arrow will do)

Ooh, I like this! I can't decide if it's too spoilery or not, but I'm doing it anyway.

I'm gonna take this as during the relationship stage. RO reactions under the cut!

Tabitha: she's in full blown panic mode. She's never dealt with an injury this serious before. "Sit down, MC, please! You're going to hurt yourself even more!" She'll follow you around and beg you to rest until you do so. She'll probably also call a healer just in case. Afterwards, she'll be at your every beck and call, peppering your face in kisses any chance she gets, thanking you for saving her and telling you how brave you were. 

Euric: he doesn't say anything, only mutters angrily as he forces you to sit down so he can rebandage your wound. You've done a horrible job at doing it yourself, and he knows how to give stitches without it leaving such a big scar. Only once he's begun stitching you up, you wincing and cringing below him every time the needle pierces your skin, does he speak. "You should know better than to act so foolishly," he grumbles. "What was the point of all that training if you're not going to use it?" He'll let the silence build again before softly adding: "Thank you, MC, I appreciate you looking out for me… just don't make this a habit."

Destery/Dimitri: probably the most calm out of all the ROs, D can get you to sit down and relax without saying anything. They work quickly and methodically, removing the bullet and healing the wound with their magic before you even know it's happening. "Look, you don't even have a scar to remember this act of bravery by," they muse. "I guess you'll need something else to remember it." They'll then kiss you and thank you for saving them before reminding you with a teasing smile that they would have survived just fine.

Lenora/Leon: L knows you and they know you're not going to stop doing whatever it is you're doing until you're satisfied. So they follow around, a comforting hand on your back as they keep you standing upright. They don't say anything, only giving you a warm smile each time you look at them. When finally you're ready to stop, they'll lead you to the nearest bed or chair and help you sit down. "Can I go get D now?" Once they have your confirmation, they'll collect the healer as fast as they can and come back to you, not wanting to be away from you for too long. As D works, they'll sit by your side and hold your hand, their anxiety coming through in the way they tightly grip your hand. When D is finished, they'll pull you into a tight hug and just hold you for a long while. "Do you remember our pact, MC? You're not allowed to die on me." They won't leave you alone for the rest of the day - or a couple of days after that.

Alani/Alfie: not typically on the receiving end of being saved, they'd stand and watch you in frozen panic. You're clearly not as fine as you say, with blood seeping through the bandages and your staggering walk, but they can't move. It's only when you say their name that they snap into action. They pick you up bridal style and carry you to some place easier for them to help you. They'd lay you down on the bed or sit you down on the chair and kneel before you as they start to undress the wound. Like Euric, they have the know-how to stitch you up, having done it to themselves on many occasions before. They'll try to temper their panic as they work. "I'm so sorry, MC. This never should've happened. I should've paid more attention -" You cut them off and tell them that you were happy to do so and this causes tears to build in their eyes. They'd throw their arms around you in a bone crushing hug and thank you, unaware of the pain they're causing you until you point it out. They'd sheepishly withdraw and turn their attention back to your wound, thanking you again before working in silence. 

Thank you for the ask, anon!

[super-unpredictable98]

Twin Flames (Moonwalkers AU)

Chapter 2: Kindred Spirits

Warning: Strong language, smut

(Twin Flames Masterlist)

"Hey there," before he even heard her voice, he knew she was there, her scent was unmistakable. The scent that has been haunting his every moment, the smell of dreams.

"Thalia," Leon smiled as the stage door closed behind him. "I didn't see you in there."

"You're a good kisser, but not good enough to make me watch this God-awful play again..." she laughed.

"I can't blame you," he shrugged. "But what was that first part again? About me being a good kisser?"

"You are... As far as I remember, would you like to refresh my memory?"

"With pleasure."

Leon took Thalia's face in his hands and their lips met like second nature, bringing that familiar feeling of fulfillment to both of them. It was like their souls were connected somehow. Like they were two puzzle pieces that fit perfectly.

"I don't know how, but you're even better than I remember," she breathed, locking arms with him as they walked down the street.

"Hey, would you... Would you maybe wanna come back to my flat?"

"Wow, it's only our second date and you're already thinking of shagging me?"

"No! That's not why I asked, we don't have to do anything..." he freaked out, his cheeks burning red.

"I'm dicking with you, Leon, you look more confident on stage, you know?" she chuckled. "Let's go."

Leon wasn't exactly proud of his flat, it was quite small and cramped, but for some reason, he knew deep inside Thalia wouldn't mind at all. It would be nice to snog somewhere more comfortable and private than a park bench.

"Leon, if you leave the bloody toilet drenched again after you shower, I will kick your... Hi," Jonny smiled awkwardly noticing they had a guest.

"You must be Jonny," the girl offered her hand for him to shake. "I'm Thalia."

"Yeah, hi, nice to meet you," he nodded, feeling slightly guilty for scaring the first girl his flatmate ever brought home. "Leon didn't tell me he would bring someone over, I would've cleaned up a bit..."

"It's fine," she assured. "I don't mind."

"Sorry, man, it was last minute," Leon looked at his mate apologetically.

"It's all right, don't worry about me, I was on my way out," Jonny put on his navy blue blazer and quickly fixed his shaggy ginger hair before heading towards the door.

"Gig with the band?"

"Yes, tonight's gonna be a good one! You guys have fun," Jonny was about to leave. "It was a pleasure to meet you, Thalia."

"Likewise," she waved.

"So do you wanna eat something? Maybe have a dri-"

Before Leon could finish, she jumped, wrapping her legs around his waist, and connected her lips with his.

"Where's your room?" she mumbled against his skin.

"Oh, it's only our second date and you're already thinking of shagging me?" he used her own words against her.

"No, I've been thinking of shagging you from the moment I first saw you."

"Whaaaat?" Leon gasped dramatically, feigning offense. "What do you take me for? I'm not that easy, missy."

The couple kissed all the way to the bedroom, it was very tiny and very messy, but none of them could care less.

"Hey, have you ever tried tantric sex?" she asked as he closed the door.

"No, isn't that the thing hippies do with their breathing and all?"

"Yeah, it can make pleasure so much more intense, do you wanna try it?"

"Sure, I just have no clue where to begin."

"I'll teach you... First take off your clothes, everything."

"Oh, I'm already liking that," Leon joked.

As he got undressed, he noticed Thalia's stare, he immediately felt insecure. Being in the acting industry, he spent a majority of his life hearing that's he's too scrawny, too lanky, and that has definitely taken a toll on his self-esteem.

"You have such a beautiful body," she mused.

"Are you taking the piss?" he snorted. "I'm a beanpole."

"No, I really like your body, it's very sexy. I can't wait to touch you."

"Thank you?" Leon was still having a hard time believing it, after so much criticism, but her compliments sounded honest, just like everything else she said. "By the way, it gets bigger when I'm... You know..."

"Don't worry about that," Thalia chuckled. "Even if I cared about size, yours is more than enough."

"Well, are you getting naked too or do you just wanna watch me?"

"Oh, yeah, sorry, I got a little distracted..."

She simply pulled her dress over her head, showing she was wearing absolutely nothing underneath, his mouth fell open with how sudden that was.

"Wow, you are... That was..." Leon gulped, unable to find the words.

"I'll take it as a compliment."

"What do we do next?"

"Well, since it's your first time, we don't have to do anything too complicated, we can just do a few exercises. Let's sit down, facing each other."

He did as she said, they both sat on the bed, legs crossed. She took his hand and placed it on her heart.

"I can feel it," he murmured. "Your heart beating."

"We are supposed to synchronize our breathing, so let's just connect for a moment. You can touch me if you want. Is it okay if I touch you?"

"Please do!" Leon's voice was almost a beg.

Thalia leaned in and kissed his chest slowly, dragging her lips from one side to the other and down to his stomach, her hands slowly massaged his shoulders and his biceps. He never thought that could feel so good, it was just a kiss, but it felt like so much more, it felt more like finding something you never even knew you were looking for.

"Oh, I see someone's getting a little excited," She giggled seeing his cock starting to harden.

"I'm sorry, it's been a while and you smell so nice and your lips are so soft..."

"It's okay, love, let it happen, let your body do what it wants to do. I wanna feel your touch too."

He awkwardly cupped her breasts and fondled them, she sighed and bit her lip as if that was the most amazing feeling anyone has ever experienced. He smiled seeing her pert nipples showing her arousal, and his hands slowly moved to her thighs, tracing her stretch marks with the tip of his fingers.

"I like them."

"My stretch marks?" she laughed.

"Yes, each one of them is unique, like a tiger stripe, they make you... You. It's like this beautiful drawing on your skin."

"Wow, I never thought about it like this before."

"When do we get to the kissing part of this tantric sex thing?"

"Whenever you feel like it."

Leon got up to his knees and lowered Thalia to the bed, pressing his lips to hers. She instinctively wrapped her legs around him, urging him to roll his hips against her, his boner pressing against her folds.

"Fuck, you're so wet," he murmured against her neck. "This tantra thing really works, doesn't it?"

"That wasn't even half of it, but you were the one who made me wet," she whispered. "Now fuck me properly, Leon."

When he thrust into her, they both knew this feeling was more than just pleasure. Of course it was great, but it was almost like their bodies were always meant to be this close, meant to be two parts of one being.

"Such a tight little fanny," he groaned. "You feel so good, Lili."

"Call me that again," she threw her head back.

"Lili, my Lili..."

"Kiss me, Leon, please."

He didn't have to be told twice, he claimed her lips in a passionate, hungry kiss. The lovers held each other as close as they possibly could, the feeling of their skins together was like a familiar match.

None of them was in a hurry, Leon's thrusts were firm, but not rushed, maybe because they didn't want this beautiful moment to end, that fulfillment sensation to go away. They didn't wanna go back to being two.

As he moved swiftly in and out of her, he felt a weird tug, as if her cunt was contracting around him, pulling his cock in with a strong grasp. It felt really odd, but in a good way.

"Lili... What are you doing?" he nearly lost it and finished right there.

"Does it feel good?" she smirked.

"It feels ah- amazing," he clenched his eyes shut as she squeezed him just enough to drive him wild. "Whatever it is, don't stop, please, baby, don't stop."

"Leon, I'm getting close..." Thalia whimpered as she twitched, unable to stop that avalanche inside of her dragging her to her climax.

"Oh, come for me, Lili, show me how good you feel."

"Deeper, I want more of you."

"Yeah? Want me to fill you up?"

"I do, please! Oh f-fuck, Leon!"

Hearing her sinful sounds, made him lose it, to him she sounded like an angel as she came for him, with him, because of him... With a couple more sloppy thrusts, he emptied himself inside of her, his eyes shut in a state of ecstasy as he softly whispered in her ear:

"Ah, Lili, what you do to me?"

He fell by her side, panting, a sheen of sweat covering both their bodies. He couldn't help but imagine if that's what being high feels like, maybe that's why people like to do drugs if that's the case.

"Jesus..." Thalia rolled over to hold him. "Did you feel that too?"

"Yeah," he didn't know to describe that, but he knew what she was talking about, he definitely did. "What was that thing? That squeezing you did."

"Oh, that?" she laughed. "That was pompoir."

"Pompoir... What the fuck is that?"

"It's an ancient technique of muscle contraction that started India, I've been practicing it for years."

"God, that's just... Wow, it's heavenly. I've never met a girl who can do that."

"I think we're supposed to be kindred spirits... Twin flames."

"Twin flames?" Leon turned his head slightly to kiss her forehead. "What do you mean?"

"It's like you have the second half of my soul, you make me whole. They say when one meets the other, they attract each other like magnets. Like we do."

"It makes sense, I suppose. I do want to be glued to you for as long as I can," he joked. "How lucky were we to find the part that missing, huh? Can you imagine how many people go about their lives never finding it?"

"I don't know if I believe in luck, Leon, I think this was meant to be. Something brought me to England, something made you an actor, something made me wanna go watch that play even though everyone has been saying it's horrible."

"Since that's the case, I think we should make it official, then."

"Make what official?"

"You and me, a proper couple, what do you say?"

"I guess when you know you know..."

"So yes?"

"Yes," she pressed a kiss to his chest. "But I need to go soon."

"What? Why?"

"My father, he doesn't like when I stay out late."

"But you're not out, you're here with me! Please, stay? You can spend the night, you can call them if you want."

"Sorry, sweetheart, I can't," she painfully declined.

"Can I see you tomorrow then?"

"Yeah, definitely, what type of girlfriend would I be if I left my boyfriend all alone?"

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"Where have you been, Thalia?"

"I was with my boyfriend, dad," she locked the door twice before joining her mother on the couch.

"You have a boyfriend now?" her mom grinned. "What's his name? Where did you meet? Is he handsome? What does he work with?"

"His name is-"

"Thalia, you can't come home whenever you want, you have a curfew for a reason," her dad lowered the paper to look at her.

"I'm sorry, I lost track of time... but I'm safe, I'm here. London is really not as dangerous as you think, dad."

Demitri sighed heavily, he had no idea how he managed to raise someone who didn't seem to have a single flying clue of what was happening around her. Maybe it was better that way, maybe it was good that she didn't know how dangerous London could be especially for her.

Many times before his boss made comments about her, when he barged into the house and saw the pictures on the walls, when he saw her in his car, when they met at the grocery store. It broke his heart to know that man knew what she looked like, knew where she lived. Even the slightest mistake at work could cost him the most precious gift he had.

"Please be careful, Tha?" he asked quietly. "Bring this boy here if you want, but don't go around the city at night."

"Stop treating me like a baby!" Thalia groaned. "I'm 18!"

"Listen to your father," Helena stroked her hair softly. "He knows what's best for you."

"I promise I won't be out after ten, but I'm definitely not bringing Leon here."

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Chapter 39

The Road So Far

Is this still worth it?

The SEVEN Inch Wound

Gary 'Roach' Sanderson

Task Force 141 Base - Gym

Roach finally got his seal of approval. After weeks of physical therapy and daily check ups, he was now finally fit for battle and he was lucky enough that Nero was still under the radar. He wouldn't want to miss out on the battle he started. He was lucky enough that they were exonerated when Shepherd surrendered, because if they continued to be fugitives, Roach would not have access to appropriate medical attention.

It has been almost a month after the events in Afghanistan and Task Force 141 was already re-established, Samantha and Maxine were housed on a nearby compound where veteran's families lived under the safety of government protection. During his time in the infirmary, Maxine was always there to visit, telling him tales about dreams she recovered as time went by. Roach was glad she was returning to normal and that no matter how her memories came back, her treatment towards him was the same.

"Good to see you back on your feet, my man." Rocket went up to him and did their fist bump, a series of elaborate claps then finished off with finger guns accompanied by their almost realistic attempt at pistol fires.

"Haha. Yeah? I'm glad I'm back." He waved as Rocket pointed at his back. Roach turned to see Maxine, carrying a packed lunch, waiting at the end of the hallway.

"Hey you. Just in time for lunch as always." He smiled, wrapping an arm around her as they made their way to the mess hall.

"Glad to see you smiling and walking about." She says, as her palms ran across his firm chest, tracing the scar that changed his life.

"Yeah, finally passed the damn physical test." He grinned as they sat down at their usual table, the only table which consisted of two tables stuck together to form an eight seater.

The rest of Roach's closest comrades were already there. Alex, guessing what Samantha packed for him. Soap and France arguing which meal choice was best for them and Ghost, who was already halfway through his lunch while the rest of his comrades haven't even started yet.

"Good to have you back, buddy." Ghost greeted with a wide grin on his face, well technically only half of his face was shown.

"Hey man. I sure am glad. How have you been doing?" he joked. They constantly visit him in their free time, so there was actually nothing to catch up on.

"The rest of the squad proceeded to badger Roach with questions about everything they wanted to know. Roach enjoyed the hot seat as the military mess hall felt like the university cafeteria.

"So, any news about Nero?" He finally asked as soon as everyone was done with him. The table felt awfully quiet.

"None." France was the first to speak up. Everyone else nodded and frowned.

"Shit. Guess our only choice is to wait." He added.

"Shepherd didn't have any leads towards Nero. Their last contact was the exchange of blueprints and after that, he was gone." Soap explained the situation.

"The missing persons?" Gary asked.

"Still missing." Alex commented.

"And there are still a few additions every other day as indicated by the FBI and DHS." Ghost added.

"Is interpol still involved?" Roach turned to Ghost.

"They're still after the traces of EMP equipment from the missing persons. Their new lead is that Nero's team is trying out a lethal kind of grenade. One that explodes without damaging property. If he's planning invasion, this is actually a good idea without ruining too much of the invaded country." He replied. Roach nodded at the theory. EMPs only damage mechanical equipment and this was a good call for the bad side.

"I never knew they'd think of this kind of weaponry. I always expected bioweapons being the last of modern warfare." Ghost muttered.

"Well, that was what happened in Verdansk and we stopped it. We could do that again." Alex tried to boost morale.

"Yeah. We'll do whatever it takes." Roach agreed and they continued lunch.

By the time he started training, Roach focused back on his Sniper techniques. His wound may have affected his previous breathing training and it was only inevitable that he'd train it again. He wanted to master the long ranged rifle as it was vital towards his development as a soldier.

"Back on the scope huh." Ghost huffed as they reached their 200 yard mark, by the hill just outside the base.

"Glad you could help me on this one." Roach unzipped the sniper bag and began scouting the area.

"You sure this is your spot?" Ghost asked, using his hand as a visor against the hot afternoon sun.

"Yeah. This fits."

"Suit yourself." He chuckled as Roach snapped every attachment of the rifle, from the bipod stand to the clicker adjustments.

He peeked at the scope and looked at his target. Five small cans standing on top of a log 200 yards away.

"Remember what I told you." Ghost mused as he looked at Roach steadying his breathing.

"Damn." He added as he noticed the change in wind.

"Yeah, damn. I just was about to fire it." Roach muttered as he took another deep breath and began to hold still as his crosshairs adjusted to the shift.

A loud fire echoed across the hills as dust scattered on the ground where Roach fired. He was about a few inches off.

"Great. Do that again but change your adjustments." Ghost said as consolation.

"Yeah got it." He rolled his dial once again and accounted for the wind, easing his breath and fired again. The loud sound once again echoed through the hills, followed by a soft metal can flying away from the log.

"There you go! A clean hit." Ghost congratulated as he tapped Roach's back while he reloaded his sniper and aimed again.

Roach stayed at that spot until it was too dark to continue and Ghost accompanied him until such time. On their way back, Ghost opened up to something that has been bothering him ever since.

"Roach. Do you mind if I say something important?" He asked and it made Roach stop on his tracks.

"Yeah. What's up." Roach asked.

"I've already sent my formal letter, but I just wanted you to have a heads up on the matter." Formal letter. Roach's heart started to pound as his mind automatically thought of him quitting or leaving.

"Letter about?" he asked. His mouth almost felt dry. He didn't want him to leave. Not again.

"Transferring department. Alexandra offered me a spot on the Interpol. I told you this first because I knew that if you were on my shoes, you'd go too, right? Do whatever makes you happy?" he said, quoting Roach's famous words.

He isn't wrong about doing what makes him happy, but his decision didn't feel right either, or maybe because he just doesn't want Ghost to go.

"Well, you bet I'd go for that option too!" Roach said, trying to validate his decision despite not wanting it. It was sad to see him go, but for the first time in ages, Ghost actually acknowledged the term happy.

"I knew you'd understand." he smiled and continued their trail back to the base where Roach remained quiet until they reached the base just in time for dinner.

After dinner, Roach opted for a night jog around the base to clear his mind off of Ghost leaving. After the second lap, he soon noticed Alex catching up to him.

"Wonderful weather for an evening run, huh?" He asked all cheery as he's quite used to his heavier and more realistic leg.

"Yeah. It is. Good to see you're liking Samantha's surprise." Gary nodded and removed his earphones.

"You know, it's really a surprise when I'm the only one who doesn't know about it." He commented.

"It feels like a real leg, actually. The wonders of modern technology never ceases to amaze me." He mused as they both took the turn.

"Yeah? That's good to hear. Pretty sure Samantha loved the way you thanked her." Roach teased as Alex chuckled, like he recalled some memory.

"Oh yeah, she did." Alex nodded suggestively, the kind that Roach didn't want to ask anymore.

"This your last lap?" Roach asked as Alex slowed down for his cooldown, turning to the set of exercise bars.

"Yep. See ya!" He waved as he started his cooldown.

Gary took three more laps just to make sure he's exhausted for the night, so that once he got in his bed, no more thoughts would assault his mind, hindering him from sleep.

There was only one way out of it. And it was accepting Ghost's inevitable departure from the 141.

The next morning, the 141 was briefed on a possible lead on Nero. This time, Ghost wasn't in the room and that meant that his letter was now approved.

"Okay lads. We've received word on a supply drop activity from Nero. We intercepted an unencrypted call signal to an abandoned port just off the coast of Sierra Leone, Africa. If intel is correct, we're going to be dealing with someone who goes by 'Volt', Nero's bomb maker." Price paced in front of the huge screen showing details regarding their mission.

"Volt is a high value individual who must not be killed. He's our only hope towards Nero. The intercepted call came from the USA, and it's quite impossible that Nero is here, so he must've used a secure line. Jack will be staying in the base as our new Operations Command as suggested by Laswell. Overlord will continue his role as our commanding officer as well." Price added making clear about the jurisdiction.

"Damp and dry Africa." Soap muttered.

"Have you been there?" France asked.

"Only in Egypt. My mom used to tag me along her trips." he replied.

"Recon suggests a high chance of militia activity, so our standard rules of engagement; treat anyone as hostile. Volt's compound will be surrounded by his own personal army and they're willing to shoot any unwanted visitors. He also has access to a port, so I'm sending the Charlie team to stand by the shore and make sure they're not planning an escape." he added.

"I'm leading the Alpha team and our task is to infiltrate his base and secure Volt for intel. Bravo team, led by Alex, will act as our support when things go south. As bonus, we need to destroy any trace of bomb making equipment.

Roach, I want you to man our new air support tools from above as soon as we confirm that there are no SAMs on his base." He shot his glare on Roach and he nodded. Guess he isn't on the ground tomorrow.

"We leave tomorrow at 0300. Make your necessary preparations especially on our brand new comms equipment. Ones that are immune to EMP blasts. Dismissed." He said as everyone got up and went on their way. Gary purposefully left himself behind so he could ask Price about the Ghost situation.

"Hey there lad. You feeling good?" Price approached as soon as he noticed Roach.

"I just have a question about the mission."

"Sure. What about it? Any suggestions?"

"No no. The plan is fine. Where will Ghost be?" Price gave him a worried stare.

"Ah. Didn't he tell you about his transfer?" He crossed his arms and stared at Roach.

"He did… but why did you allow it?"

"Well, it certainly looked like he was happy to go there. And I had no power over his commendations." Price reasoned as they walked out of the briefing room.

"Oh. I thought he was going to have one last mission with us." Roach smiled as he walked back to the room. Ghost wasn't a fan of goodbyes. Maybe because he knew they'll meet again.

0300H

Sierra Leone, Africa

"This is Hunter One-One requesting sitrep, over." Roach phoned his allies who were already on the ground for support. This mission was their vital lead towards Nero. He wished that the guy Volt was here so that they could finally finish the war before everyone else gets hurt.

Before he could man the air support, he needed to confirm that there were no SAMs present on their base so he could safely provide suppressing fire from above.

Next Chapter : The SIXth Ship

Notification Squad my Beloved

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For each of your OC pairings, pick three songs that show the progression of their relationship or just three songs that fit their relationship. (I told you I’d think of a music ask. It just took me all day lol)

Okay, I see how it is... lol Despite you giving me three songs and not one, I think this is still going to be hard. But let's try!

Sam & Michelle (not in order. I think. and based only on Crossfire)

Famous Last Words - My Chemical Romance I am not afraid to keep on living / I am not afraid to walk this world alone / Honey, if you stay, I'll be forgiven / Nothing you can say can stop me going home

Little Lion Man - Mumford and Sons But it was not your fault but mine / And it was your heart on the line I really fucked it up this time / Didn't I, my dear?

The One That Got Away - The Civil Wars I never meant to get us in this deep / I never meant for this to mean a thing / Oh, I wish you were the one / Wish you were the one that got away

(ahahah this seems super angsty. More than I meant for it to be. Whoops) The rest is under a tag because this got long

Dean & Kelly

Supalonely - BENEE I know I f- up, I'm just a loser / Shouldn't be with ya, guess I'm a quitter / While you're out there drinkin', I'm just here thinkin' / 'Bout where I should've been / I've been lonely, mm, ah, yeah

Slow Burn - Kasey Musgraves I'm alright with a slow burn / Takin' my time, let the world turn / I'm gonna do it my way, it'll be alright / If we burn it down and it takes all night / It's a slow burn, yeah

Beyond - Leon Bridges I'm scared to death that she might be it / That the love is real, that the shoe might fit / She might just be my everything and beyond (beyond)

Kate & Steve

Naked - Ella Mai Might be a bitch in the morning so catch me at night time / Some of my friends think I'm moody but I think I'm just fine / I could be pissed but I act like I'm not / I really remember when I say I forgot / No matter how hard I try / To run away from love at the end of the night

Can't Fight This Feeling - REO Speedwagon I can't fight this feeling any longer / And yet I'm still afraid to let it flow / What started out as friendship, has grown stronger / I only wish I had the strength to let it show / I tell myself that I can't hold out forever / I said there is no reason for my fear / Cause I feel so secure when we're together

Lost in Love - Air Supply You know you can't fool me / I've been loving you too long / It started so easy / You want to carry on / Lost in love and I don't know much / Was I thinking aloud and fell out of touch? / But I'm back on my feet and eager to be what you wanted

Amelia & Eric (AoS version)

Time is Running Out - Muse Our time is running out / You can't push it underground / You can't stop it screaming out / How did it come to this? / Oh / You will suck the life out of me / Bury it / I won't let you bury it / I won't let you smother it / I won't let you murder it

Addicted - Kelly Clarkson It's like I'm running from you all the time / And I know I let you have all the power / It's like the only company I seek is misery all around / It's like you're a leech / Sucking the life from me / It's like I can't breathe / Without you inside of me

What Have You Done feat. Keith Caputo - Within Temptation I've been waiting for someone like you / But now you are slipping away / What have you done now? / Why, why does fate make us suffer? / There's a curse between us, between me and you

(bonus: A Study in Intimacy version: Locked Out of Heaven by Bruno Mars)

Cassia & Varro

She's So Hard - The Jezebels I'm all out, for the war. / I guess love wasn't what I'm looking for. / I don't care when you cry. / I think self-pity is a state of mind. / I'm so hard. I'm so hard. I'm so hard. / She's so hard. She's so hard. She's so hard.

Love Love Love - Of Monsters and Men And these fingertips / Will never run through your skin / Those bright blue eyes / Can't only meet mine across the room / Filled with people that are less important than you / 'Cause you love, love, love / When you know I can't love you

Everything - Lifehouse And how can I stand here with you / And not be moved by you? / Would you tell me / How could it be / Any better than this? / Cause you're all I want / You're all I need, / You're everything, everything.

Quest & Eric

I Threw Glass at My Friend's Eyes and Now I'm on Probation - Destroy Boys Like seriously, what do you think you're doing? / Your hands are so big and you're so tall, wow!

Say So - Doja Cat Day to night to morning, keep with me in the moment / I'd let you had I known it, why don't you say so? / Didn't even notice, no punches left to roll with / You got to keep me focused, you want it, say so

Genghis Kahn - Miike Snow I know there's no form / And no labels to put on / To this thing we keep / And dip into when we need / And I don't have the right / To ask where you go at night / But the waves hit my head / To think someone's in your bed / I get a little bit Genghis Khan / I don't want you to get it on / With nobody else but me

I don't have songs for Ava and Eliot rn. they're still new

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Galactimato Big Brother Week 3

<<Week 1 | < Week 2 | Week 4>

Week 3 begins with yet another vacancy, this time evicted by America through Emil. Things didn't go too smoothly, however, as his plans may have been seen by another houseguest! How long will he be able to keep his secrets? Is he running out of time?

Now that everyone has had a few weeks to get to know each other, they were asked one simple question: Who would they evict out of anyone in the house? Most were too nice to give an answer, but some did respond.

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"Higgy." Tsuki tapped her cheek. "I don't like the way he works Nicky and Toni to death with those dance rehearsals."

"The older Konno is too," Lorenzo tried to find the word, "...rowdy for my liking."

"Higgy!" Maxy answered without hesitation. "Someone needs to knock him off his high horse! At least Mai is fun about it."

Higgy tilted his nose up. "Maxy is a nuisance."

"It's nice to have friends here." "Angelo started. I-I even made a new one! Somehow. But it's hard to s-s--to spend time together... It's selfish, but everyone I'd vote off is close to them in some way. Or America's Player. Th-They could be really bad for my friends' chances. I th-thh--I might I know who it is..."

--

Those cryptic words may spell trouble for Emil, but the next segment spells HoH. It's time for the Head of Household Competition!

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"I don't have many rules." Jun stated upon winning. "Just, like, keep the vibes chill, okay?"

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Were the vibes chill? Before we head to the Nomination Ceremony, let's see what some of the houseguests have to say!

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"It's nice! Higgy's practice is a little rough, but that's normal. The star rangers are nice. Emil and Roxie have poofy hair and hearts. We are friends~" Nicky pointed at the camera. "And you're here too."

"The viewers or...?" asked Kenji.

Nicky smiled.

"I think he's dehydrated."

"I swear Higgy has his band brainwashed." Tsuki shook her head. "Toni especially. Poor thing's practically on a leash!"

"Everyone thinks Higgy-senpai is mean. He is," Toni admitted, "but he protects me from Maxy! And listens to me! Sometimes."

"I don't like that kid trying to cling to Toni. Jun too." Mai sneered. "He's weird. I heard him begging for that freckle chart when Toni was tossing it out because 'I didn't get a chance to vote for you!'" She mimicked Angelo's pitiful face. "Gimme a break! I swear he woulda dug in the trash if Emil wasn't there."

"I've been hanging out a lot with Emil and Maxy lately and hadn't realized how much I ignored Angie." Leon glanced away. "But Emil's been getting him to tag along! He's so welcoming like that~! Also, I swore I saw a leg in the garbage can last night. Might be my imagination."

"I'm worried about Mai." mused Jun. "She says wild stuff and doesn't, like, have guidance. I've been trying to help out. Angelo hovers around, but I guess he's too shy to interrupt. I worry about him too. Y'know how it is, yeah?" They asked Kenji.

"Please don't acknowledge me."

"Lorie asked me about voting off Mia." Emil began. "I forgot her family was struggling financially, so that's what I told him. Feel kinda bad though." He paused. "But what I do remember is that Jun knows how to check fingerprints. I've been keeping an eye on Ange so he doesn't get his hands on the chart again." He winked. "I think he's worried about Leon, Roxie, and Toni, but I can't see America voting them out. I tried telling him that. Subtly. 'Siiiides, we took the trash out yesterday afternoon."

"It's been nice being with the others, even th--even though I know what Emil's doing. I-I don't have anything against him, and it's kinda s-silly but," Angelo pulled a crumpled, stained paper from his coat, "I trust myself over America. S-s--I'm sorry."

--

It appears Emil has underestimated how far Angelo will go to protect his friends. But can he protect them from the veto ceremony? Let's find out!

--

"Thanks for a really chill week, you guys." Jun started. "I'd rather not nominate anyone, but two of you did kinda harsh the vibe. Higgy, Maxy, step into the nomination zone."

They did so, glaring at each other all the way.

"This wouldn't have happened if you didn't mess with my rehearsals." Higgy muttered.

"Well you shouldn'ta had 'em near my bird-calling spot!"

"What kind of birds make fart sounds??"

"Hey! Don't blame your butt problems on the birds!"

Higgy seethed. "I have ways to make you live in regret."

"Hey, hey." Jun interrupted. "Let's let the eviction votes settle this, assuming neither of you get vetoed."

"Fine." conceded Higgy. "But if he somehow survives, mark my words, I will evict Maxy Konno with my own hands."

"Not if I get rid of you first." Maxy flashed his fangs.

"Oooooh, spicy!" Benji's gold tooth twinkled as he smiled. "Will the flames of rivalry be put out by eviction, or will they burn a little longer? Stick around for the veto competition to find out!"

"I didn't even do anything to get Higgy nominated!" Emil recounted from the interview room at some unspecified point in the future. "I was too busy dealing with Angelo and forgot!" He laughed.

For the PoV Competition, it's time to get schooled ...Again?

--

"Is it a good idea to reuse a challenge in the same week?" asked Kenji.

"Reuse sounds so cheap, call it a 'redux!" Benji corrected. "Plus, I'd rather not build anymore sets until we have more hands on deck."

"I understand."

--

Jun, Maxy, and Higgy, along with Roxie, Nicky, and Tsuki, play Getting Schooled again for the Power of Veto. Maxy wins! Onto the Veto Ceremony!

--

"Should I use this now or wait until we explain ourselves or whatever?" Maxy waved his PoV around.

"Why waste our time? Just use it." Higgy ordered.

"Thought I was the host, but okay!" Benji raised his eyebrows. "Why don'tcha use your veto?"

"I veto myself! ...Again~" Maxy gave a dirt-eating grin to Higgy and Toni as he returned to the group.

Jun seemed at a loss. "Uhh. Shoot. I dunno who else to pick."

"Excuse me?" Angelo raised a hand.

"A volunteer~" announced Benji.

"No no no! I-I just wanted t-t-to know if you could check this for prints?"Angelo lifted the freckles chart.

"Did you get that from the dumpster??" Emil blurted out.

"I'd be interested in it." Jun answered Angelo's question. "But I don't, like, have everyone's prints on hand for comparison. And now's kind of a bad time."

"S-Sorry..." Angelo looked down.

"It's cool!" They reassured. "Tell you what, give me a name and I'll check that person's fingerprints after the eviction, 'k?"

"Right now?"

"Ch'yeah~"

"In front of everyone?"

"I'd let you whisper, but... you seem to have a situation going on." Jun gestured to his trashy clothes.

"Th-That's okay." Angelo declined.

"You sure?"

"Yeah."

"Well. You helped me with one thing at least." Jun told him.

"What's that?"

"Picking a replacement. Angelo, step into the zone."

"Wh-what?" His eyes widened in shock.

"No one knows who put up the chart but you and the culprit." Jun smirked. "Could be the same person. You have the perfect moment to name them and you won't?" They went on. "Sounds suspicious to me. Sounds like something America's Player would do to throw us off."

"What?? No, I'm not them!" he insisted.

"That's something America's Player would say!" accused Maxy.

"I-I'm not! I'm really not!"

"Leave him alone!" Toni defended.

"Didn't you throw it out?" Mai recalled. "He could've been tryin' to frame you."

"Angelo wouldn't do that," Toni turned to his friend, "would you...?"

"No." Angelo was on the verge of tears, wounded by the accusation. "Of course not!"

"We don't know if he did it." Jun reminded, looking a little mortified, just as Emil did. "But just to be on the safe side, he's the replacement."

--

Angelo set out to reveal the truth but one hesitation landed him in hot water with his fellow contestants. Where will the votes fall, and who will America choose as its next target?

While Higgy was no Mr. Popularity, Angelo proved to be too big of a threat to Emil for America to allow him a continued existence at the household. How did the houseguests handle this decision?

--

"The younger Summers has schemed once." reminisced Lorenzo."He could be doing so again."

"I'll make sure Toni's safe." Mai nodded, folding her arms.

Maxy threw his hands up"I don't care if the other kid's America's Player, Higgy's goin' down!"

"Do I really have to explain my vote?" Leon smiled nervously. "Angie's my little brother!"

"So Emil," Benji began, "what do you have to say to uhh, that?"

"What can I say?" Emil shook his head. "He had to go, but... that was brutal. He could've ratted me out at any moment, but he didn't. I feel like I need to say something to him."

"You'll get your chance."

--

Angelo became yet another falling star from the Celestion-5's sky, following Aiden and Mia. How many more will follow him? At least four more, but only time will tell. As for now, it seems like Emil isn't the only one who has something to say to him.

--

"Hey." Jun leaned in the doorway as Angelo, clean and freshly dressed, packed his bags.

"Hello."

They sighed. "Shoulda picked my words more carefully. I got so wrapped up in my theory, I started a witch hunt. I didn't mean to, but I did, and for that I'm so sorry."

Angelo stopped packing "Thank you Jun. Th-That means a lot to me." He held up the chart. "Do you still want this?"

"Sure, it's the least I can do." Jun's smile melted into a frown as they took it in their hands. "It's soaked."

"S-Sorry, I know it's gross." He apologized. "It got stained in the garbage and my hands were s-sweaty, so that didn't help."

They gave a pitied smile. "It's not your fault. But I can't take prints from this. Not by normal means."

"Oh..."

"You know what? It's better that way." Angelo almost said something, but stopped. "Yeah, you're probably right."

Benji stood in front of the house with Angelo. "Well. That was kind of a rough ceremony, huh? How're ya feelin'?"

"A little sad I have to leave." admitted Angelo. "But if th-th--if I helped the others s-survive, I'm happy. I just hope no one's too mad at me."

"Welp, these three aren't!" Benji extended an arm to the side. "You can come out now!"

Leon exited first and gave his brother a hug. "I'll miss you, buddy."

"I'll miss you a lot too..."

He gave another hug. "That one's for Roxie!"

"She's not here...?" Angelo seemed a little hurt.

"She would be if she could! But someone else wanted to show up even more."

Toni barreled around the corner and into Angelo for a hug, stunning him.

"T-Toni? But you--"

"I didn't vote against you because I thought you lied!" Toni blurted, holding Angelo's hands. "I did so Higgy wouldn't be mad at me. I really like you! I'm sorry!!"

"It's okay. I...I like you too!" Angelo happily teared up. "I hope I can see you again someday."

"Toni, it's time for rehearsal!" Higgy's voice called.

Toni looked at his shoes. "Sorry, but I have to go now."

He turned to walk away, turned back, and gave Angelo one last hug before running off.

Emil was the last to exit. "Hey, Ange."

"Emil...?"

"Yeah, he wanted to say goodbye!" Leon explained to his brother's shock.

"Plus I had something to tell you!" added Emil. "A secret!"

"Oh?"

Emil stooped down to whisper to him.

Angelo smiled and giggled. "I have something for you too."

He whispered something in Emil's ear. The latter stood back up and nodded.

"Of course. I'll try! And one last thing!" Emil gave Angelo a hearty hug. "Stay strong out there, okay? We're rooting for ya!" He winked.

"And don't try to sneak back into the house!" Leon warned. "We'll miss you, but don't do any crimes!"

Angelo laughed. "I'll do my best!"

[milkytheholy1]

Online Buds

hey- can i request a leo/male reader meeting each other for the first time? (theyre online friends) it can b platonic or romantic aaaa

A/N: hey sorry that this is extremely long I didn't mean for it to be, but oh well. Also I set this in the Rise universe just because it happened as I typed and Rise Leo is always fun to write for. I hope you enjoy this XD

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"Dude If you're the imposter I am so defriending you." You mused as you moved your character around the screen. A gasp was heard through your headphones a chuckle working its way from your throat.

"How dare you assume I'm the imposter after I just defended you. Shame on you, shame on you~" PrimeTimes' voice came through loud and clear, disgust quickly being picked up in his tone. You continued to do tasks as your mind raced on whether he was lying or not, trying to pick up any hint of panic in his otherwise calming voice. "Whatever, man." You muttered under your breath, ignoring it for now and carrying on with the game.

Less than ten minutes later, a blue crewmate stabbed you in the back repeatedly. Your eyes trembled as you watched the yellow corpse drop to the ground, quickly growing enraged you screamed down the microphone probably making the poor boy deaf "I KNEW IT WAS YOU! YOU'RE SUCH AN ASSHAT! GOD, I was this close to completing my tasks." Your face was red as you followed that blue backstabber around the map, your expression scrunched up in disgust as you watched him kill another player.

"Listen, it's not my fault I'm insanely good at lying I've had good practice over the years. You just need to get better at sniffing it out." He reflected you laughed hard your knees tucking up to press against your chest as you whipped your head back into a cackle. "And what's so funny?" PrimeTime questioned, your chuckles slowly silenced as you wiped a stray tear from your eye "Nothing, anyone ever told you that you are insanely funny?"

"Well, I'm glad someone's finally appreciating my humour," he pondered "DID YOU HEAR THAT DONNIE, HE THINKS I'M FUNNY!" His voice became distant as PrimeTime leaned away from his mic, you couldn't hear, however, your keen ears did pick up what sounded like someone saying "Dad said I'm the funniest!"

"Sorry about that, my brother seems to think he's the funniest in the family. I've always told him he's delusional." PrimeTime's voice came back through your headphones, you mindlessly pressed some keys on your computer aimlessly chatting to some guy you'd never met, for christ's sake you didn't even know his name or that he had a brother.

"What's your brother's name?" You asked before you had a chance to close your mouth, PrimeTime's voice went quiet static only carried through the speakers.

"Wow, you're asking about my brother's name before asking for mine? I see where are friendship lies." He joked. You began to ramble and stutter out an apology getting cut off by his confident voice "I'm just messing with ya, I've got three brothers actually. The one you just heard was Donnie, spends most of the day working on machines and drinking coffee. My older brother, Raph, tends to work out a lot, keeps our family together when we're all at each other's throat. Oh and my younger brother Mikey, artist of the family, super, super talented."

"You seem to really care about them."

"Yeah but don't tell them I told you that, they'll call me a sis or something." His voice became softer as he whispered into the mic. You enjoyed the sound of his hush breaths so close to your ears as though he was beside you. Snapping out of the thought, the blush still lingering on your cheeks, you continued "So, er, what's your name?"

"Well, I go by many names: Neon Leon, PrimeTime, Leonard, Leonardo, Leo, your majesty, Lou Jitsu JR-" your mind lost track as he continued to rattle on through names, so caught up in just trying to remember one you had failed to notice he had stopped talking, probably waiting for you to respond. "I think I'll just stick with Leo if that's alright?"

"Totally, so what may I call you total mystery man who sucks at video games." He quipped you did a double-take to your screen somewhat imagining him there "I don't suck at video games-" you paused for a moment then corrected yourself "Okay I don't suck at all video games." Leo laughed aloud, a proper belly laugh, clearly being caught off guard by your admittance.

"The names (Y/N)."

"Sweet name, so wanna play another round or just chat?"

"How long do you have?" Leo groaned the sound distancing as he moved away from the mic, his voice suddenly returning in a deep sigh "About 10 minutes." You moaned, where does he possibly go? I know he said he goes out with his brothers or something but what could they possibly be doing at 12 am?

"Hey, do you like...Want to meet up someday? You know, two dudes...chilling out...as friends" you mumbled out the last part embarrassed that you had already started catching feelings for Leo, maybe just clarifying out loud that you were just friends would reinforce in your mind that nothing would happen. "You want to meet up?" His voice had become timid, nervous even. You quickly panicked "We don't have to if you don't want to, just thought we could become proper mates that's all." You wanted to avoid the disappointment laced into your tone but it still seeped in.

"NO- I mean, no. I'll, er, meet with you." His voice sprung out from your headphones, making you wince at the slight ringing in your ears, "Oh, cool." came your simple, laid-back reply "Just I don't want you to like freak-out or anything, promise you won't freak out and we can continue to be best buds."

"What? Er, yeah fine, I promise?"

"Okay, cool." Leo started whistling as the air became stagnant again, suddenly on Leo's side of the call rustling could be heard "Oh er hey (Y/N) I gotta go now my brothers need me, whatcha say we meet up tomorrow night? I'll message you the details."

"Yeah that's fine, what are you and your brothers doing anyw-"

"Okay (Y/N) gotta go, see ya later, BYE!" He shouted then the call went silent, turning off your computer and pulling out your headphone cable you sat in your bed wondering what this 'Leo' looked like and why'd he be so scared to meet you that he made you promise you wouldn't freak out. Something's going on here and you're going to find out what.

The Next Night

That evening Leo had messaged you an address stressing to meet on the roof and to come alone. At first, the message freaked you out a little bit, I mean come on this is how people get like kidnapped or something. But you were too intrigued by the possibilities of what Leo looked like: maybe he had some bad acne or burns, could be scars, bite marks? Your mind remained active in thought as you climbed the fire escape up to the roof, what if this is how you die?

Swiping away the thought you looked around the empty rooftop it hadn't looked like anyone had been up here recently, except for some nesting pigeons. You swivelled your head to the sound of footsteps on the far side of the roof, it was cased in shadows and definitely seemed like a killer's corner.

"Who goes there!" You yelled putting your fists up in a fighting stance, you tracked your mind for those boxing lessons your dad forced you to take to "be more manly." at least they were finally paying off. You didn't receive a response but felt an intense gaze on your face, your cheeks heating up on there own perhaps from fear or maybe something else. You heard what sounded like a snicker come from the shadows, your brows furrowed in frustration "Show yourself!" You tried to deepen your voice to sound more dominant and scary but it came across as more of a lump in your throat.

"Dude, chill out it's just me." You recognised that voice, that was Leo. Your hands became limp by your side as you started to relax, you remained close to the fire escape though incase this Leo guy was actually a killer. "Why are you in the shadows? I thought we were going to hang out?" You asked squinting your eyes to try and adjust to the darkness that surrounded him. "I thought we could just chat up here or something?"

"You're not going to murder me or anything, right? Because my dad made me take boxing lessons when I was younger."

"What? No-pfft, why would I murder you, maybe in-game sure but not in real life dude."

"I knew that." Leo laughed again, you stepped closer suddenly feeling a sense of confidence wash over you. "So are you going to come out of the shadows neon Leon?"

"Hey, you remembered!" He sounded shocked, you took offence to that simply pouting your lips and turning your head away from him "Well you went and threw so many I was bound to remember more than one." You muttered back to him still sulking. Deciding you had had enough, you started to make your way back to the fire escape, this quickly caught Leo's eye. His hand instinctively reached out to grab your arm, his hand retracted as soon as it touched the fabric of your jacket "Where are you going?" he sounded sad, disappointed too.

"I'm not sticking around if you're just going to stay in the shadows the whole time, I thought you actually wanted to be my friend guess I was wrong." You turned away from him placing one foot on the ladder "Wait!" he screamed out, your head popped back over the ladder staring at where the voice had come from, you didn't look very amused.

"I do want to be friends with you, it's just not many people are very welcoming to my...appearance. I didn't want to scare off the first friend I made on my own, without my brothers being there." Leo, step by step, walked out of the shadows, his lime-green skin bathing in the pale moonlight. The straps of his bandana flapped in the slight breeze, red moon-crescent stripes reflecting on either side of his face. Your eyes were drawn to the shell on his back, the way it dipped in the middle then flicked out towards the end, the yellow slashes on his arms and legs, the fact that he only had three fingers.

Leo didn't meet your intense gaze, he didn't need to. He could feel you ogling him and not in a good way, he felt embarrassed he shouldn't have done this, he should have said no and kept to strictly online buddies. Donnie was right, this was a bad idea.

"Look, I know I'm not what you expected. I mean, c'mon, a talking turtle in New York? I get it if you don't wanna be friends with me." he was looking down towards his feet, shuffling the loose stones and pebbles. "Dude-" his eyes scrunched up in fear of what you were going to say, he so desperately wanted this to work out, he wanted to have someone else at the lair, another human that wasn't just April.

"-you look awesome!" You beamed at him, walking closer to inspect the finer details like the patterns on his shell and the material of his gloves. "Yeah, I understand I guess I'll get- wait, what? You're not repulsed by me?" He required, you simply shook your head and continued to ask him questions about how he became a talking turtle, his brothers and if they were the same as him; you had found out they were all different species of turtle. You had discovered that you weren't the first human to see them and that they lived in the sewers with their father who you had assumed was a bigger talking turtle, but Leo shook his head with a laugh.

It had been over two hours since you had first set foot on the roof, your time with Leo was well spent and you both thoroughly enjoyed it. Standing opposite each other you cracked a few more jokes before saying it was a night. "We're still on for tomorrow, right?" Leo asked hesitantly, you nodded with a gentle smile "Wouldn't miss it, oh hey, what if I came to the lair tomorrow to, you know, meet everyone?" Your eyes darted to Leo's, his eyes widened while his mouth hung open a little bit, thinking you were moving too fast you tried to correct your mistake "I don't have to if you don't want me to it was just a thought."

Leo grasped you in his arms and tugged you to his chest lifting you slightly off of the floor, your face blossomed red as he spun you around slightly. Noticing his behaviour he quickly put you down and started coughing, his hand nervously rubbing the back of his neck, a habit you've noticed he was doing occasionally while talking to you.

"Sorry, I would totally love for you to meet my brothers. I know for a fact you and Michael would get on like a house on fire. I'll meet you here then we can walk to the lair, alright?"

"Yes sir." You saluted, making your way back down the fire escape you sent him one more quick smile before disappearing from his sights. Leo jetted back to the lair in record time, shoving his way past Raph and Mikey, Leo made his way to Donnie's lab where he knew he'd find the genius. Pushing open the doors, Donnie went to complain about the intrusion but stopped himself short when he saw the buzzing look on his brother's face. "So how did your little date go?" He mused, a teasing smirk on his front.

Leo's cheeks started to match his stripes throwing out a defensive "It wasn't a date!" Donnie only hummed back a response, picking up a power tool and carried on tinkering with whatever was in front of him "Actually he's coming here tomorrow to hang out. Completely casual."

"And you're telling me this because?"

"I don't want you to do any of your 'Donnie stuff' near him."

"'Donnie stuff'?"

"Yeah, you know, saying things like "Prepare to eateth thy words" and "no probbles" just things normal people don't say."

"How dare you."