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in relation to your women's fashion post, i literally walked into a store the other day and they had these nasty swimsuit lookin things that were popular in the 70s
i hate them
YEAH THEY'RE VILE!!!!! istg the only reason they're in again is bc they're skin tight and being skinny is on trend again
#don't get me started on how insane it is that body types can 'trend' and how fucked it is that the rise in popularity of-#-social media influencers has made basically every fashion subculture ruled by skinny white people#also can we kill neutrals please just get rid of them. they can be cute when they aren't boring but nobody knows how to do that#taking away beige taking away brown taking away cream taking away gray
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Summer Road Trip
Decided to write a very short thing with Step 3 Jay and Baxter (Our Life: Beginnings & Always) for Selfshiptember. The prompt for day three was Road Trip;
"I can't believe we're doing this," Baxter said, raising a thin eyebrow.
He looked to the figure across from him, Jay's blonde bangs falling back as he stretched.
"Well, we only have so much Summer left, right? Might as well make the best of it."
Baxter's smile widened at that, taking a sip of his black coffee.
"Indeed."
It seemed Baxter wanted to say more, shooting a curious glance to Jay, though he kept it to himself. Jay looked away, pretending not to notice.
The cafe was a quaint space, the type of place Jay would never imagine Baxter being in but, here they both were. With his black and white hair, wearing a shirt to match, he stuck out among the warm, wooden floors and beige walls. The walls were covered by pictures, showcasing the cafe’s history, most of them not even in color. The one just to their left showcased what it used to look like back in the day, Baxter’s eyes following Jay’s gray to it.
They were sitting in one of the many booths along the walls, with dark green cushions that reminded Jay of the old game table his family used to own, and a cream table with darker spots scattered along its design.
Looking back, Jay caught Baxter staring with his beautiful brown eyes, having let Jay silently admire his surroundings before humming.
“After this, we’ll get back on the road. I suspect it will be a couple of hours before we reach civilization again, so make sure you’re prepared.”
Baxter said this with his all too famous smirk, eyebrows arched dramatically and showing off his front teeth. Jay found it ridiculously adorable, ducking his head to hide his blush. Jay just gave him a big thumbs up, his own signature that caused Baxter to laugh. He was always careful when he laughed, trying not to crinkle his nose, though Jay could see the slight movement through his bangs.
Neither took long, finishing their lunch before taking turns looking after the other’s things so they could both head to the bathroom before they left.
This was only their first stop of many, Jay feeling butterflies in his chest at the thought. But, as Jay looked out the window, sun sparkling in his eyes, he couldn't contain his smile.
Returning to the car, Baxter would play some of Jay’s favorite indie songs, acoustic guitar ringing out from the speakers, using his phone. On lonely roads they’d roll the windows down, letting the wind rush through their hair and singing out to the hilltops. Even when Summer ended, at least they’d still have this.
#selfshiptember#selfshiptember2023#emergencybakers🧁#chocolatefountain🍫#grapesoda💜#themaninthekeyboard
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Wearing a Barong Tagalog for the first time is a special experience that connects you with Filipino culture and tradition. Whether you’re attending a wedding, a formal event, or a cultural celebration, here’s a guide to help you look and feel your best in this iconic attire.
Understanding the Barong Tagalog
The Barong Tagalog, often referred to simply as “Barong,” is the national attire of the Philippines. Traditionally made from piña (pineapple) or jusi (banana) fibers, the Barong is known for its light, airy fabric and intricate embroidery. It’s a versatile garment that combines elegance with comfort, making it perfect for various occasions.
Choosing Your Barong
Fabric
Piña: This fabric is made from pineapple fibers and is considered the most traditional and luxurious option. It’s lightweight, breathable, and perfect for formal occasions.
Jusi: Made from banana fibers, jusi is also lightweight and slightly more affordable than piña. It offers a similar level of elegance and is suitable for many formal events.
Jusilyn: A blend of jusi and synthetic fibers, Jusilyn is more durable and less prone to wrinkling, making it a practical choice for those who prefer easier maintenance.
Organza: A sheer, lightweight fabric often used for its crisp and translucent qualities. Organza adds an ethereal touch to barongs, making it ideal for those who want a delicate yet structured look.
Style
Traditional Barong: Features intricate embroidery and a sheer fabric, usually worn over an undershirt. It’s ideal for weddings, formal gatherings, and official events. Available in traditional loose fit or slim fit for a tailored look.
Modern Barong: Often has a more contemporary design, sometimes with less elaborate embroidery or different collar styles, such as the Chinese/Mandarin collar. It’s versatile and can be worn to a variety of events, with options for both traditional loose fit and slim fit to suit your style.
Color
White: Traditionally not available, but due to high demand—especially for weddings where the bride wants to match her dress with the groom’s attire—we’ve created a white Barong Tagalog using organza or jusilyn fabrics.
Beige: Classic and elegant, beige Barong Tagalogs are suitable for any formal event, offering a timeless look.
Ivory: A traditional Filipino wear choice, ivory Barongs are versatile for both formal and informal occasions.
Colored Barongs: Adding a splash of color can make your Barong stand out. Blue, gray, and other muted tones are great for themed events or to add a modern twist.
How to Wear a Barong
Undershirt
Always wear a light, plain undershirt underneath your Barong. The Barong is sheer, and the undershirt provides a clean, crisp look while maintaining modesty.
Pants
Pair your Barong with well-tailored dress trousers. Black, navy, brown, or gray trousers complement the Barong’s intricate designs without overpowering them. For a more traditional look, beige or cream trousers are perfect.
Shoes
Opt for classic leather dress shoes. Black or brown shoes are versatile and match well with most Barongs. Make sure your shoes are polished and in good condition to complete your formal look.
Accessories
Keep accessories minimal. A classic wristwatch and simple cufflinks (if your Barong has cuffs) are sufficient. Avoid overly flashy jewelry, as the Barong itself is already a statement piece.
Styling Tips
Fit is Key: Ensure your Barong fits well. It should be comfortable and allow for movement without being too loose or too tight.
Button Up: Always button up your Barong fully to maintain a polished and formal appearance.
Untucked: Barong Tagalog should always be worn untucked to showcase its intricate embroidery. Tucking in a Barong is considered inappropriate and takes away from its traditional elegance, even for modern styles with a shorter cut.
Confidence: Wear your Barong with pride. Stand tall and exude confidence, knowing you’re donning a garment rich in history and cultural significance.
Care and Maintenance
Cleaning: Barongs are delicate and should be hand-washed only to preserve the fabric and embroidery.
Storage: Hang your Barong in a garment bag to prevent wrinkles and protect it from dust and damage.
Ironing: If needed, iron your Barong on a low setting with a cloth placed over it to avoid direct heat.
Embracing the Tradition
Wearing a Barong Tagalog for the first time is a unique and enriching experience. It’s more than just clothing; it’s a piece of Filipino heritage that you carry with you. Whether you’re Filipino or simply appreciate the culture, the Barong allows you to participate in a tradition that spans generations.
So, step out in your Barong Tagalog with pride and elegance, and enjoy the admiration and respect it garners. Welcome to a world where tradition meets style, and where you’re part of a beautiful cultural legacy.
#barongtagalog#philippines#barongs#philippine culture#custommadebarongtagalog#filipinopride#madeinthephilippines#filipinoculture#filipinowedding#pinoy
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LEGO Ideas BTS Dynamite Review
What do you get when you mix LEGO with one of the most popular K-Pop bands to ever exist? You get something known as Brick-Pop.
As the 47th Ideas set in the line, LEGO has brought the power of its' creators along with the popularity of K-Pop to do their best to faithfully recreate the band's music video.
Did they bring it to life in brick form or fall short of the standards BTS' music holds itself to? Let's find out.
Design & Build
While simple on the outside, what makes this set pop is its' details on the inside.
Starting with the minifigures, they all look unique and accurate as well as faithfully recreated to the music video itself. The ones that stand out in my opinion are RM, Jin and V. RM's blue hair mold is neat as well as his black & white star shirt pop out. Jin's torso design is neat with the light magenta and yellow-brown polka dots as well as his hair piece. Finally while basic, V's green suit and pants work well for him. The lack of leg printing on the minifigs isn't a detriment in this case as they mostly wore basic pants that didn't require any extra printing.
Onto the set itself, two of the standout features are two of the separate builds which are both built in bag 1. One being the ice cream truck and the other being the detachable stage. The ice cream truck on paper looks like a basic build of any truck seen in a set like Home Alone's Oh-Kay truck but the thing that makes it unique to BTS Dynamite is the creation of the ice cream cone atop the roof.
The other unique separate build is the detachable stage. The stage is built using standard black pieces, technic pieces (including gray gear pieces) and beige technic-like inserts. The inserts are unique as you use seven of them for all seven of the band members to stand on and with the movement of the gear wheels, they all move in unison with one another atop the stage which is one of the best features of the set as if they're performing a concert and is attached onto the back of the set.
The main build itself which consists of the record shop, the disco and the donut shop both look and feel accurate but seemingly unfinished. It's accurate to the look of the music video but when fully built, it's aesthetically unfinished as you only get the front view of everything with no attachable back portion or detachable sections as everything is held together by large plates on the bottom. Both the donut shop and the record store have potential to be possible MOCs for creators if the set itself came together via technic inserts to separate everything but doing that could take away from the authenticity of the music video as that's what the original creator of the set was going for.
The more underrated section of the main build is the large donut atop the donut shop. The donut looks great and spins 360 degrees and the build of it is awesome. Other separate builds of the palm trees and the traffic cones feel like they're just there for aesthetic purposes but don't subtract anything from the build.
The stickers included weren't bad decisions either especially the ones that spell out donut but some of them like the records/CD stickers could have easily been printed on like some of them were. The clear stickers in the record store aren't a bad design choice either but could definitely lead to a fingerprint mess.
Final Thoughts
Overall, BTS Dynamite is a neat set but may only curtail interest in a lot of builders and only be for die hard BTS fans. To me, that wasn't the case as I had my eye on this for a little while. Despite not being a BTS fan or ever listened to K-Pop, I enjoyed a lot of the build even if it does look unfinished in a particular way but its authenticity to the music video will bring in BTS fans with its faithful recreation. At $99.99 for 749 pieces, you aren't getting a bad value for what you get with the entire band recreated in LEGO form and the details of the set are awesome.
Pros:
+A faithful recreation brought to life
+Neat separate builds of the stage & ice cream truck
+Overall great build
Cons:
-Build does look unfinished
-May only interest hardcore BTS fans
Score:
Design & Build: 4/5
Difficulty: 3.25/5
Fun Factor: 4.85/5
Final Score & Grade:
12.1/15 (81%) (B)
Recommendation: Buy
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Embrace the Coziness: Warming Neutrals Take Center Stage in Interior Design
Move over, cool grays! The world of interior design is experiencing a shift towards warmer hues, embracing a trend that prioritizes comfort, invitation, and a connection to nature. This rise of warming neutrals signifies a desire to create spaces that feel like sanctuaries, offering a retreat from the outside world and fostering a sense of relaxation and well-being. Photo by Steve Johnson on Pexels.com Photo by julie aagaard on Pexels.com What are Warming Neutrals? Unlike their cooler counterparts, warming neutrals are a spectrum of colors that evoke a sense of warmth and coziness. Think creamy beiges, soft browns, muted terracottas, and even delicate blush tones. These hues draw inspiration from the natural world, reflecting the earthy tones of sand, stone, and sun-baked landscapes. Why are Warming Neutrals Trending? The popularity of warming neutrals can be attributed to several factors: - A shift towards comfort: After years dominated by sleek minimalism, there's a growing desire for spaces that feel inviting and lived-in. Warming neutrals naturally create a sense of comfort and ease, making them ideal for fostering relaxation and unwinding. - Connection to nature: Biophilic design, which emphasizes incorporating elements of nature into interiors, is a major trend. Warming neutrals seamlessly blend with natural materials like wood, stone, and woven textures, creating a harmonious connection to the outdoors. - Versatility and timelessness: Warming neutrals act as a versatile foundation for any design style, from rustic and bohemian to modern and Scandinavian. They provide a timeless backdrop that allows for easy layering of bolder accents and pops of color. - Enhanced natural light: These softer hues have the ability to reflect light more effectively, making rooms feel brighter and more spacious, especially beneficial in areas with limited natural light. How to Incorporate Warming Neutrals: Warming neutrals can be embraced in various ways, from large-scale elements like walls and furniture to smaller decorative details. Here are some ideas: - Paint your walls: Opt for warm beige, cream, or light taupe shades for a calming and inviting base. - Choose furniture in warm wood tones: Natural wood furniture in shades like walnut, oak, and maple adds warmth and texture to a space. - Layer in textiles: Cozy throws, cushions, and rugs in warming neutrals like terracotta, blush, or olive green add comfort and visual interest. - Accessorize with statement pieces: Introduce pops of personality with unique pottery, artwork, or metallic accents in complementary colors. https://cozypronest.com/let-it-shine-creating-a-rainbow-paradise-in-your-childs-room/ Embrace the warmth and create a haven: By incorporating warming neutrals into your space, you can create a haven that feels both inviting and stylish. These versatile hues offer a foundation for expressing your personality and crafting a space that reflects your desire for comfort, connection, and well-being. So, step away from the cool grays and embrace the warmth – your home awaits! Read the full article
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care less, m | myg
pairing(s): yoongi x reader, implied taehyung x reader
summary: There are countless partings in this world. People come in and out of your life, impacts large and small. But there is one where you could care less. You really could. And that’s Min Yoongi, your high school ex-boyfriend, the one who took something from you and promptly disappeared, only to come back with a furious declaration, on the night you’re supposed to teach Kim Taehyung how to eat pussy.
warnings: rated M (18+) for language, discussions about adult topics; mentions of slut shaming; reader is pansexual; rough angsty smut (fem reader, slight dom/sub themes, m-receiving oral, overstimulation, hair-pulling, cowgirl); regrets everywhere; non-idol!AU; exes-to-lovers; pianist, softsub!Yoongi
inspired by “I get mad when I see you, and even madder when I don't”, wet-haired Yoongi in Run BTS! 131, ONEWE’s song ‘소행성 (Parting)’, and you’re probably wondering how these things go together.
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"How do you eat a girl out?"
"I... what?"
"How," Kim Taehyung repeated, slower this time, emphasizing each syllable with his impossibly deep voice. "Do you eat a girl out?"
"Why are you asking me?"
Taehyung raised his eyebrows. "Because you've hooked up with tons of girls. You must have eaten out at least one of them." You blinked at him as he continued. "I figure you have a unique perspective because you're a girl whose probably been eaten out and whose eaten out other girls."
You put down your spicy chicken. "Is this why you offered to buy me lunch?"
Taehyung's giant brown eyes shifted around uncomfortably. "Look," he said in a hushed tone. "I took this girl on a nice date and then it got to the spicy bit–"
"Leading her on, yes, yes, continue."
Taehyung narrowed his eyes at you but ignored your comment, barreling on. "And she asked me to eat her out, but I didn't know what I was doing."
"An absolute tragedy for sex god Kim Taehyung," you mocked. He growled and threw one of his chicken bones in your direction as you laughed.
"Oi, this is serious!"
You kept cracking up, taking a bite of spicy crispy meat. "Yes, seriously funny." He kept glaring at you, so you relented a little. "She didn't ask for the dick like everyone else?"
Taehyung pouted. "Well, she did, after I spent twenty minutes doing what she called, basically nothing," he scowled.
You shrugged. "Then you redeemed yourself, so what's the problem?"
Taehyung crouched over the table, stabbing your plastic tray. "The problem is, she's gonna tell other girls I can't eat pussy."
"Nah, she won't," you chewed, relishing the spiciness of the chicken. "She'll be too busy daydreaming about your giant dick."
Taehyung frowned, obviously not believing you. You casually are another piece of chicken, watching him contemplating. He was wearing cream slacks and a beige sweater, casually handsome with his dark brown hair, long enough to curl around his eyebrows. His fried chicken was already demolished into bones. He always got his not spicy.
You never understood that.
"Why didn't you ask me to eat you out?"
You shrugged. "We were only hooking up. I wanted to sit on your dick like everyone else."
"Teach me."
Your fingers were turning bright red with the crispy breading on the meat. You could feel the tingle of the spice on your puffy lips and throat, a measured fire burning. You didn’t bother to reach for your drink. Better to lull in the fire for a bit.
"Taehyung, it's just practice."
"Then let me practice on you."
You sucked out a bit of chicken from your teeth as you gave him a disbelieving look. "Thought your policy was to never fuck twice?"
He shrugged. "Not technically a fuck? Besides, you're the Sex Teacher," he added with a snicker.
You rolled your eyes. "Ugh, don't call me that. Some dudes started calling me that just because I took some guy's virginity."
"You've probably taken several virginities with your track record."
"Speak for yourself."
"Do you or do you not know how to eat a girl out?" Taehyung asked, brown eyes boring into you.
You picked up the toothpick the restaurant had provided you and stuck it between your teeth. Brushed the crumbs off your flannel dress and picked up your tray, standing up.
"'Course I do."
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Thus, you were now in your apartment with Kim Taehyung, several days later, wondering why you agreed to this nonsense.
"Do I just whip off your pants or what?"
You rolled your eyes, keeping a firm grip on your gray sweatpants. He had arrived in a long black coat and brown turtleneck, black billowy slacks. Kicked his shoes off and presented you with said question.
"What do I get out of this?" you grumbled, turning around and heading into your apartment, shivering a little because of your loose white t-shirt that you had cut in half ages ago, turning it into a crop top. It had a stain at the bottom, so what better way to fix it than chop it off? Still, you should have opened the front door with your hoodie on, but it would warm up soon with the door now closed.
"What do you what? Money?"
"I'm not a prostitute, Taehyung," you muttered. "Even if you think I am."
"I don't," Taehyung said coolly. "But money happens to buy things, so maybe you want some to buy something for yourself."
You pursed your lips, grabbing your mint thermos of warm water. It was a bit weird, but you preferred warm water over most drinks, except soda. But you couldn't be binging on soda all day, unfortunately, so you tried not to buy it and stuck with the water. Kept you from getting diabetes. Damn you, weak human body!
"Nice nips."
You raised an eyebrow as you took a sip. You weren't wearing a bra. Your hard nipples were poking through the t-shirt thanks to the cold.
"Are they distracting your fragile mind?"
Taehyung smiled, dark curls around his teasing brown eyes. "No, I'm simply appreciating them. A lot."
You looked down. Taehyung opened his coat. You sucked in the side of your lip, seeing his bulge. Maybe he was too chill with you now. Ever since you two realized your sex partners overlapped, a strange friendship developed. You’d talk about it casually with him, as if you two were discussing Pokémon trading cards instead of one-night stands. He would advise you against so-and-so and you would warn him about who-the-fuck-ever. Of course, you two only figured that out after you sat on his dick, but, hey, it was a nice dick. Lived up to the hype.
Unlike Taehyung, you didn't really have any weird rules when it came to hooking up. You went with the flow, and if you were feeling it, then you did it. Didn't really matter who it was, what gender, if they wanted to be upside down on a park bench as you sucked their balls and they jacked off into their own face (happened once, was kind of interesting to be honest). Taehyung, however, had some kind of conquest thing going on, numbers and all that, and needed everyone to know he was good at it. Insanely good. Mind-blowingly good.
Taehyung closed his coat, tilting his head. "Whatchu want then? Not another fuck. Something else."
Your doorbell rang.
"Oh, for fuck’s sake," you muttered, slamming your thermos down and marching to the door. "What is this, a fucking zoo, I swear–"
You wrenched the door open.
"Fuck you."
Slightly slurred, husky, deep.
Okay, well, yeah, sure, after I teach Taehyung how to–
The black head of hair raised and your thought disintegrated into pure shock.
"I get mad when I see you," the man growled. "And even madder when I don't."
He was holding a half-full bottle of soju.
"I... what?" was your incredibly weak reply, because you were staring at the hunched form of Min Yoongi. Black hair longer than the last time you saw him, styled over a clean undercut, wearing a torn-up black bomber jacket and a green t-shirt, acid-wash jeans with giant holes, revealing his pink, slightly bruised knees. He was breathing hard, glaring at you.
Accusing you.
Suddenly the years without him felt like an eternity.
"Hyung?!"
Oh right. Taehyung existed.
But you couldn't react, couldn't breathe, starstruck, awestruck, dumbstruck at seeing Min Yoongi at your doorstep. Yoongi cocked at eyebrow, looking past you, and Taehyung's body was suddenly pressed against your back, reminding you, yes, he was real, actually there, why was he there again? What was life?
"Hyung, holy shit! I haven't seen you in ages, since..." Taehyung's voice suddenly died, baritone vanishing into nothing.
"Why the fuck is he here?" Yoongi grunted.
"I... was going to ask her to–"
"He was leaving," you interrupted, shoving Taehyung from behind you to in front of you. "Taking his coat and leaving."
"What?" Taehyung sputtered, brown eyes wide, confused, blinking rapidly. "Hyung, why do you have a bottle of soju–"
Yoongi clicked his tongue, very loudly.
"Forget this."
He turned, but Taehyung grabbed his arm.
Not you.
Taehyung stopped Yoongi.
The world was so cold. Your arm outstretched but touching nothing, because Taehyung was faster, Taehyung was closer, and you were so very far away from Min Yoongi. Yoongi turned his head slowly, venom in his gaze.
"Hyung."
Yoongi's eyes locked with yours, making you breathless.
"I don't understand," Taehyung said quietly. "What's going on? I thought you didn't care about her."
Those cat-like eyes narrowed, expression cold and emotionless. "Is that what you told them?"
It was airless and then the world burst into flames.
"You didn't tell me until the last day," you hissed, curling your hands into fists, voice rising. "You told all your friends, but you didn't tell me until the last day, not until the very last second before you flew to fucking Europe to go to university for that fucking music program!"
Taehyung's eyes widened. "Y-You said she didn't care..."
"Fuck you, Min Yoongi," you snarled, every muscle in your arms tensing, remembering all the moments, the gentleness that turned to coldness, the last night and what he took from you, turning into years and years of not caring about anything, fucking everything in sight, anyone who said yes, trying to forget his kiss and his memory before he got on a fucking plane and flew time zones away, never trying to contact you after.
"Fuck you for thinking you can be angry at me for any reason at all, fuck you for thinking I did anything, fucking anything, to deserve that shit, taking my fucking virginity and leaving me!"
"I didn't take your virginity," Yoongi spat back, spinning around, hair bristling. "You lost it to that–"
"Maybe you should have fucking asked me instead of believing stupid fucking rumors!"
The human body was useless, but also driven by emotion, and you didn't even feel cold anymore, years of anger piled up, rumors that you were a whore, so you became that whore, owning it, doing it all, because why did it fucking matter when everyone already thought that? Sex Teacher they called you and your first teacher was standing in front of you, completely clueless.
Fucking idiot.
Yoongi glared at you. You glared back.
Taehyung stood there, gawking.
Yoongi's eyes dropped. He shoved the half-empty bottle of soju into Taehyung's arms and pushed Taehyung aside, Taehyung flailing to prevent dropping the glass bottle, and closed the distance between you and him, and now you could see, older, more tired, still handsome, still the same dreamer from years ago who traced your fingers and placed them on the keys, slowly helping you play the notes even though you didn’t know jack shit, and you enthralled with his smile, his laugh, his dream of becoming a world-renowned pianist.
Yoongi grabbed your face and kissed you.
The first was the scent of alcohol, a subtle sweetness on his lips, but alcohol nonetheless. The second was the softness, the faint flush of his cheeks paired with his lips on yours, dainty despite the strength in grip on your cheeks. The third.
Heat.
The years-old iceberg of 'I-don't-give-a-shit' melting faster than the polar ice caps, sheets and sheets of ice crashing into the sea of emotions, youth and stubbornness combined, melted in his kiss, you grabbing a fistful of his shirt and yanking him in your apartment, Taehyung calling after you both.
"Um, guys? Hello?"
"Go drinking Taehyung," Yoongi growled and slammed the door.
-
Taehyung held the half-bottle of soju.
What now?
What about his reputation?
He frowned.
Maybe he should call up Park Jimin.
Taehyung took a sip of the soju as he walked away. He made a disgusted face. Ugh. Why did hyung like such strong shit? The flavor was unique and rich, but his throat felt like a layer of skin was being sloughed off.
One would only drink something like this if they were depressed.
Oh.
-
"Your reputation precedes you."
"Fuck off."
"You became quite a woman."
"And you're still an insensitive shit."
You yanked his jacket off and dumped it on the floor, fists back in his green shirt, biting his lip, kissing him hard, him gasping in your mouth, his hands on your breasts, kneading them through the t-shirt, fingertips brushing over your hard nipples, sparks of pleasure crackling through you.
"I was trying to protect you," Yoongi snarled, just as angry as you, both frustrated at time lost, both knowing it was for the best, both realizing that his misunderstanding and your reaction was just shitty communication of stubborn youth and time past that couldn't reset.
But still.
Anger doesn't care about reason.
"Protect me, my ass," you scowled, dragging him into your kitchen, pinning him against the counter. "What do you think I am, emotional fragility queen?"
"You wouldn't have cared?" he shot back, gripping your shirt and flinging it up, sucking in a breath as he revealed your tits.
"Obviously! Why would I spend years being a slut to forget about your stupid hands?" you scowled, grabbing his wrists, planting said hands on your breasts, shuddering at the cold touch, chilled by night air, not exactly the same hands as back then, but better, rougher, strength of a man and not a high school boy, thumb and index finger rolling your hard nipples. Once again, fistfuls of his shirt, shaking him aggressively through heavy breaths. "You and your stupid mouth."
Kissing him, not the same, but better, stronger, more intense, stained with alcohol and regrets, devouring your tongue hungrily, intertwining.
"It would have ended the same," Yoongi murmured, the hurt creeping in his grating voice.
It would have.
And that was the shittest bit.
Knowing that even if he told you earlier that it would hurt no less, knowing that you would have gone and fucked other people anyway, because even if you tried to make it long distance, it wouldn't have worked. Some people could do it, but not young you and young Yoongi, too immature to know the meaning of wait.
"Still gives you no right to believe the words of others instead of asking me outright," you muttered, bending him backwards on the counter with your weight and he was letting you do it, hands still glued to your tits. "Why would believe that shit?"
"Because it was easier to leave you that way," Yoongi admitted, shame flitting in his dark eyes.
"Fucking shit, you're an idiot."
You already knew that. Guessed, after years of agonizing over it. Easier to be angry than understanding. Easier to feel pain than to acknowledge it. What could you do? Tell him not to go to Europe? Not when his parents, his family, his friends, his neighbors, fuck, the whole damn school was ecstatic and congratulatory for him, everyone except you, not because you didn’t want Yoongi to follow his dreams, but because you wanted him to stay.
With you.
Selfishly.
And so, it was so much easier to be mad, so much easier for the two of you to fight until he tumbled on top of you, kissing you, tearing off your clothes as you tore off his and the first time hurt, it hurt but not as much as you thought, maybe because there was so much adrenaline from the anger and because he was so careful and loving about it.
He really was.
And there was pain, but it was nothing compared to the pain you felt the next day and the day after, and the next month, years, numbing everything, agreeing to really stupid propositions like the thing with Taehyung, all because you knew and he knew, but you both chose to be mad over being reasonable.
You hauled Yoongi up onto your kitchen counter, him kicking the side of the cabinets to lift himself up, not speaking. One look in his eyes and you saw yourself reflected in them, so close to tears that you kept your mouth shut and he kept his shut, preferring the anger to the sadness.
Because deep down, you were so, so happy to see Yoongi again.
It didn’t discount any of the wrongs though.
You fumbled with the button of his jeans and his hands came to help, unzipping, fingertips tracing over yours, more agile than before, swifter than an amateur. You raised your head, locking your gaze with his.
Yoongi was panting, cheeks flushed, guilt consuming his features.
It stung.
You yanked his pants down unceremoniously, not caring right now about stupid young you and stupid young Yoongi, gripping his underwear and dragging them down, his hard cock springing up, bigger than you remembered, thicker, red tip twitching, still wanting it just as bad, not looking at his face and closing your mouth in on it, gripping his hips and pulling him closer for better leverage. His scent and moan encompassed you, your eyes shutting as your tongue circled around his hot length, swallowing it up, oh so good, so good, better than anyone else’s because it was the one you tried to forget, entranced by the way Yoongi’s cock slid down your throat and filled your mouth, hearing his ecstasy from your touch, gasps of pleasure as you began to bob your head up and down, tongue going from the bottom of the head, down the quivering veins, all the way to the base, nudging his balls with the tip of your tongue, a skill you learned from many, many blowjobs.
You opened your eyes and you knew your guilt was in them. Yoongi could see it with every mouthful of his cock disappearing into your lips, his eyes half-lidded and pupils dilated, empathizing.
“Yeah, so what if we’ve fucked other people?” he grunted, rolling his hips into your face and making you growl in your chest. “I could care less.”
Yeah, you could, and me too.
Faster and tighter, suffocating him with your mouth, hands flat on the counter, blowing him at the same spot you were eating a fucking salad two hours ago before Taehyung’s arrival and contemplating tongue techniques, back when your iceberg of uncaring was still intact but now it was part of the ocean of emotions once more, watching Yoongi unravel, rubbing his fists into the granite, crying out and arching his back, black hair fanning out with every harsh swallow and throat clench around the head, leaking pre-cum into your throat and throbbing into the roof of your mouth.
“F-Fuck me…”
He hissed out your name and snapped his chin to his chest, thrusting into your mouth, exploding, salty thickness coating your tongue and down your tight throat, you gulping it down with a choked gasp, his taste a part of you now after all this time, an edge of bitterness that you welcomed, who knew what the fuck he was eating before this, but you didn’t care, didn’t care, you had Yoongi’s cock in your mouth and every second was worth it.
Your tongue coated the head, collecting the dribbling cum and you swallowed that too, glaring at him. Lowering down once more, swallowing him to the base once again, him sucking in a pained breath at the sensitivity because your throat was unforgiving, constricting him as forcefully as you could, tongue sliding up, teasing right under the head, the thin skin that make Yoongi squirm and hiss under you, spreading the slit with the tip of your tongue. Yoongi slapped his palms onto the counter, clenching his jaw to avoid screaming.
But he didn’t stop you.
He simply watched you with pained eyes, letting you do whatever you wanted, thrashing under your merciless mouth, rutting the sensitive head against the roof of your mouth roughly, his body thrashing to try to get away, but still Yoongi said nothing, thin moans escaping his closed lips, even twisting his hips back and rocking them into your face to let you abuse him more, manhandling him to your heart’s content. You kept going, long agonizing minutes, strongly sucking the head, shoving it all the way to the back of your throat, teasing it with your tongue, swirling around and around, pressure, roughness, tightness, aggravating the sensitive skin until you saw Yoongi on the verge of tears.
He still didn’t stop you.
You retreated, your lips now only around the head, tongue ghosting over the pulsating, inflamed tip, drenching it with saliva.
“You deserved that,” you muttered.
“I deserve a lot of things,” Yoongi grunted, finally relaxing his shoulders and laying flat against the counter, panting hard, cheeks still flushed, staring at the ceiling.
Neither of you were saying sorry.
You gave him one last painful suck and he swore under his breath, but didn’t say anything else, biting his lip hard as you popped your mouth off his cock. For a few moments, there was nothing but oppressive, irate panting. Yoongi’s dick was still hard and sticking straight up, he himself spread out on your kitchen counter like a fucking buffet, still wearing his shirt and half-wearing his jeans. You were shirtless, tits out, gray sweatpants slung low on your hips.
“When are you going back?”
Yoongi was still staring at the ceiling.
“Don’t know.”
“Liar.”
Dark eyes flickered down.
“If you asked me five minutes ago, the answer would have been in two weeks.”
Your eyes narrowed, boring into his. “How many blowjobs have you gotten overseas, huh? One hundred? Five hundred?” Frustration, grief, vehemence, all rolled into one, turning your voice into ice, sheets of frozen water churning and reforming, snapping together one by one with each word, your hands coming up and digging your nails into his thighs, racking them down, bright red scratches in your wake. “How many people have you fucked? Do you think I’m fucking stupid, Yoongi?”
He gritted his teeth, screwing his eyes shut, fingers curling onto fists at the pain.
“I really thought you didn’t care,” was his distressed hiss.
You stopped; nails sunk into his pale skin, creating dark crescents with how hard you were pressing.
“I thought you would hate me forever.”
Your hands left his thighs, glaring scarlet lines of your pain on his skin now.
“And I thought it would get better, but it didn’t.”
His fingers uncoiled, one by one. Long, deft digits, practiced, trained, beautiful, crescents of pink from his own nails in his palm. Eyes opening, lash by lash, lifting, dark, pained, regretful, drifting down to you and his exposed, still-hard cock, just there, ignored, surrounded by scratch marks.
“I was mad that you didn’t try to contact me,” Yoongi mumbled. “And madder at myself for not trying to contact you.”
Ice cracking, melting off, crashing back down into the vast ocean of emotion.
You reached into your pocket.
Your name, tumbling from his lips, his eyes shifting to you.
“In between countless partings, the one I always remembered was you.”
You climbed onto the counter, sweatpants and underwear on the floor. Yoongi’s eyes widened in shock, so stunned that he couldn’t stop staring at you, knees, thighs, crotch – clean, you were always clean-shaven, but he didn’t know that, a habit you developed without him and now you felt weird with hair down there – and so he could see everything, wet lips glistening. Up to your waist, a pattern of small moles above your bellybutton that high-school Yoongi had danced his fingers over.
Saying, “My Milky Way, my galaxy.”
This was after you called him an insensitive bastard and he accused you of losing your virginity to some athletic jock kid, as if high-school you would ever have a chance with someone like that.
Up your tits, your collarbones, your face.
Determined.
Yoongi jumped, realizing you had wrapped your hand around his cock and pumped it a few times before rolling down the condom, angling your pussy above the purple-red head. He made eye contact with you.
“I can’t go back if you do this,” he whispered.
“Boo-fucking-hoo, shut your trap.”
You sank down and he clamped his jaw shut, veins on his neck popping out in strain as Yoongi tried not to cry, your previous ministrations amplifying the sudden hot, wet pleasure that overwhelmed him, you sighing in bliss as he filled you, nicer than before, better because you knew what to do now, relaxing your muscles before pulsing around him, his eyelids fluttering, whines in his throat, palms flat on the granite, such beautiful hands that you reached down and put them on your thighs, wanting him to touch you.
Dark brown eyes shaking, pupils dilated, fingernails digging into your skin.
“Isn’t that what you do? Use your hands all day?” you taunted.
He gripped your thighs tight, apology flashing across his features.
“You better not cum before I do,” you snapped, rocking your hips a little.
Yoongi sucked in a breath. “I’ll try.”
You leaned forward, one hand on the counter, the other closing in on his black hair. Twisting the black locks in your fingers, gripping so hard your knuckles were white, but you weren’t pulling on his hair, only holding it, but your eyes told him everything.
“You fucking owe me.”
Him staring into your blazing eyes.
“I owe you for the rest of my life.”
You rolled your hips into his crotch, hard, smacking your ass down on his balls and he whimpered, jerking his head to the side and pulling his own hair, whimper turning into a wounded gasp.
“Shut the fuck up. We both know you deserved that scholarship, you talented asshole.”
You began your pace, bruising and intense from the start, unforgiving, but you had already forgiven him, years ago, by yourself with no one else to know, now your hand in his hair with Yoongi writhing under you, causing his own pain flaring across his scalp because your grip was so tight, his hands on your thighs, his length sliding out and then shoved back in. You could feel him getting harder, swelling more, the sensation unbearable so he kept igniting the pain to prevent himself from orgasm. You made sure to let the maximum amount of your skin to hit him – clit on his crotch, pussy enveloped around his cock, the tip hitting your deepest, most pleasurable spot, ass smacking against his balls – so that even you moaned, shivers of ecstasy layering on top of each other, climbing notes of a song from long ago.
Now continuing.
From that night at your parents’ house that bedroom of painful and lovely memories, his hands on your wrists, telling you that he could go slow until you felt better, how could he not know? Yoongi just assumed it was because you weren’t aroused since you were so angry at him, and you never accused him of having any experience before you, and to be honest you didn’t give a shit; if that was society’s fault or your feelings for him, you didn’t know. It all seemed so foolish back then, stupid, why were you so attached to a high-school boy when there were thousands of other men and women out there, and you tried, you fucked them, but in the end.
In the end, it wasn’t the roars of pleasure or multiple orgasms or big dicks or sweet pussy that made you feel the same as you felt when you looked down at Yoongi, eyes rolling back, biting his lip so hard the skin was white, black hair bunched around your fingers, his fucking green t-shirt still on but you could tell every muscle was tensed and he was barely breathing, anything to prevent himself from orgasm, knuckles white on your thighs, clutching them so hard they would surely leave bruises, but you didn’t care.
Yoongi was a genius. He could play the piano like no one else.
Someone could be technically better, someone could be more experienced, someone could be more nuanced, but no one felt music like Yoongi felt music, no one loved piano like how Yoongi loved piano.
He deserved every cent, every experience, every year he spent overseas.
He seemed to feel your gaze on him and his eyes found yours, black pupils nearly overtaking the irises, sweating so bad that his t-shirt was soaking down the front.
“Hold on,” you breathed. “Hold on for me, Yoongi.”
He whined pathetically.
Did he love you as much as he loved piano or was it the soju talking?
Who are you kidding?
Yoongi would never love you as much as the piano.
You set your jaw and leaned down a little more, bending his cock the tiniest bit, more leverage to go harder, rougher, rolling your spine down, smack! Onto his crotch, Yoongi’s mouth flying open and crying out your name in shock, your knees screaming on the harsh granite but you didn’t care, fucking Yoongi for all you were worth, using every muscle and every technique you knew to apply as much pressure as you could, choking his dick. Yoongi’s hands jolted off your thighs, hitting your open thermos on the counter, both of your forgetting it was there this whole time, the double-walled, stainless steel, mint thermos.
It toppled and spewed warm water all over your thighs, your joined crotches, part of his shirt, probably leaking down his ass and onto the counter.
You yelped at the sudden unexpected wet warmth. Yoongi’s hips jerked up, wild moan escaping his lips and your pussy spasmed, orgasm plummeting into you, a sudden avalanche that made your eyes roll back and a guttural groan vibrate your chest, both hands inadvertently clasping and yanking on Yoongi’s hair, and he lost it, whining your name as he came, hard cock lurching and convulsing against your walls, shooting his load into the condom, his cries extending to wanton, pained moans. It took everything in you to at least loosen your fingers, spreading them on his scalp and holding his head as gently as you could, whole body shuddering, even your jaw, not able to say his name properly because your teeth were clattering uncomfortably against each other.
You closed your eyes.
Listening to Yoongi’s strained breathing. Hearing pain, sadness, his raspy voice from long ago, words in the seconds before you feel asleep in his arms from being worn out from anger and losing your virginity. All this time, wanting to believe it was silence, wanting to believe he said nothing, letting yourself believe in your lie to fuel your rage.
“I am sorry.”
You opened your eyes, lowering your chin. Yoongi’s dark orbs, glassy and spent, trying to focus on your face. His hand came up, still wet with the spilled water, and you realized you had pitched forward a little from the force of your orgasm.
His fingers danced on the small mole pattern above your bellybutton.
“My Milky Way. My galaxy,” he whispered softly.
Lovingly.
Guilt all over his face.
“I have to go back. I have performances, opportunities.”
You leaned down. “Stop lying, Yoongi.” Eyes locked with his and a smile. “You want to go back. Because you are an ambitious, talented asshole.”
You knew you were right. You could see it in his eyes, the quickness as he looked away, not wanting to face you. You slumped down, knees giving out, Yoongi’s cock half-buried in you, slowly softening, but it didn’t matter. You put your full weight on him, fitting your chin on his shoulder, not quite looking at his face, nose far too close to your fucking kitchen counter. Yoongi grunted uncomfortably, but didn’t tell you to get off. There was water everywhere and the mint thermos was on the tile floor and somehow neither of you had noticed. It must have made a very loud sound.
“I hate my job anyway. Might as well run away to a different continent for some stupid boy.”
“I can’t ask you to come with me.”
“I’m not asking.”
He chuckled.
“You really have changed.”
“Sucks for you.”
You felt his arms wrap around your waist.
“Guess so.”
-
“Why was Taehyung here anyway?”
“I was supposed to show him how to eat pussy.”
Yoongi blinked at you, holding a damp rag. Both of you were kneeling on the floor, naked, attempting to sop up the mess. “How?”
“He was going to practice on me.”
“I can give a live demonstration instead,” Yoongi growled, an edge possessive.
“Yeah, no, I think my night is booked. Emergency appointment.”
You picked up your kitchen towels and wrung them out in your sink, looking down at him, raising your eyebrow. Yoongi’s hair was messy and curled, wet from sweat and water. He gazed up at you. You saw him shiver. You kept your expression neutral despite your heartbeat racing.
“Have some catching up to do.”
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Whumptober Day 27: Extreme Weather
CW: Environmental whump, references to drug and alcohol use, references to Derrick (see: The Break-Up for his last appearance), Kauri’s Bad Life Choices, slut-shaming, trauma response, untreated abuse survivor with fucky headspace, referenced abuse
When Krista opens the door, Kauri stands on the doorstep to her apartment soaked to the bone, water dripping off the flattened curls of his hair, stuck to his forehead. Water runs in rivulets down his cheeks like tears, drips from the sleeves of his sweater onto her doormat.
She’s proud of that doormat. She picked it out at Target and it says Shoes Off, Witches.
Krista decorates for every holiday, because she can, because the holidays belong to her. There are tiny pumpkins, alternately white and orange and painted with little patterns, lined up along the little railing on their concrete patio. She has little witch figurines in the centerpiece of the circular dining table she and Sonya found at a garage sale, and a Halloween wreath made of black and orange leaves hangs on the door.
Mrs. Richardson didn’t celebrate Halloween, because of something to do with celebrating our sinful natures and something something demonic influences hidden in seeming fun and the devil something harry potter witchcraft something, but Krista celebrates every holiday, just because she can.
Sometimes she thinks of Miss Alyssa and wonders if she celebrates Halloween, now, too.
“What are you doing here, Kauri?” Krista squints past him, shivering against the chill air even in her big soft purple sweatshirt. It had cost her six hours of work to pay for it, it was so expensive, but it’s the softest thing she’s ever felt in her life, like wearing a cloud with a hood on it everywhere she goes.
“Can I crash here?” Kauri blinks rainwater out of his eyes.
Behind him, the rainstorm that’s been going for nearly three days continues, pouring water like it’s falling from overturned buckets from the dark gray skies. “Sorry, they shut the buses down, it’d take me like five hours to walk to the shelter from here, and…” He rocks up and down on the balls of his feet, and Krista winces at the squelch from his thin black-and-white checked shoes.
Krista takes a deep breath, looking over her shoulder. Sonya is still in the bedroom, finishing up a call for work, speaking in her Phone Voice, softer and pleasant, with all the edges sanded off. When Krista was a pet, she spoke in a voice like that. Sonya speaks for her job to men who constantly interrupt her, but somehow when she does it, the voice is gentle but commanding, where Krista always felt her voice just sounded… weak. “I don’t know, Kauri, I’m not… I’m not sure.”
“Please?” Kauri’s eyes are huge and blue, and water frames them as it runs from his hair. He shudders, as a winter breeze blows at his back. A spatter of the tiniest water droplets is blown with it, and Krista blinks rapidly against the feeling. “Please? It’s just for tonight, they said the buses should be running tomorrow morning if it doesn’t get worse… please?”
“If it doesn’t get worse,” Krista repeats, her eyes scanning back into the parking lot. Someone drives past, their headlights on, and the rain falls in such thick sheets that Krista can only see their headlights, not even the car.
Who would drive, in something like this?
She looks back at Kauri, and figures maybe someone who would walk in rain like this, someone who doesn’t have a choice. Not every business is closed, after all, and not everyone can work from their laptop like Sonya. Not everyone can afford the days off if they call in. There are people who don’t have the option to stay safe from the floods. There are people who are told to risk their lives or they will not eat.
There are times Krista wonders how anyone doesn’t become a pet. At least she never had to watch a paycheck disappear from a bank account nearly as soon as it was deposited before.
Not that she knows of, anyway.
“It’s just overnight,” Kauri says, softly. “I know she doesn’t like me, but… but it’s just one night.”
She looks at him, in his soaked-up shoes, shivering in the rain and with his backpack dripping as hard as everything else, and then she sighs. The felt leaves on the Halloween wreath rustle against the door as she steps back and to the side. “Take your shoes off and stay on the mat, I’ll get you a towel to get you to the shower. I think you can probably wear some of my sleeping clothes.”
Kauri’s eyes brighten, and he kicks off his sopping shoes and peels off soaked-through white cotton socks. His toes are wrinkled from being wet for so long, and he spreads them with a sigh of relief against the rough doormat.
“Thank you, Krista, thank you so much-”
“Get inside,” She says, but her voice is gentle, and he steps in to stand on the inside doormat (this one just says I hope you brought tacos) while Krista walks away, across the soft beige-gray-nothing-color carpet in the apartment, swinging around the low-slung coffee table by the couch. She ducks into the small bathroom and grabs the towels off the towel rack.
Sonya calls out, “Baby, do I hear someone at the door?”
Krista hesitates, towels in hand - she bought them at Target, too, the bathroom is fall-themed and the towels are a deep saturated pumpkin orange and a hunter green and they have cream-colored stitching that reads thankful and choose joy - and looks towards the closed bedroom door. “Um, yes. You remember Kauri Grant?”
There’s a pause, and then the bedroom door cracks open, and Sonya peeks through. Her short, straight brown hair is pulled back with clips to keep it out of her eyes, and she’s still in her pajama pants and t-shirt from last night. “That druggie friend of yours? The homeless guy?”
Krista shakes her head, nervously twisting the bunched-up towels in her hands. “He’s, he’s not-... he’s not on drugs, Sonya, I told you he’s not on drugs.”
“But he is homeless.”
“... yes.”
Sonya’s lips are a straight line, and the look she gives Krista makes her heart flip unhappily. Kauri always makes Sonya look like this. She doesn’t trust him, thinks he’s going to get Krista arrested, thinks he deals or buys or something, but Krista knows the truth and it’s a truth she can’t tell.
If she told Sonya what Kauri is, there would be questions, and then Krista would have to explain what she is, and she… she can’t.
What if Sonya reported him? Krista would shatter if she were the reason someone had to go back. So… she keeps his secret for him, and it’s just one lie, but it means Sonya only ever believes the worst.
“Well.” Sonya takes a deep breath. “What does he want?”
“They stopped running the buses,” Krista says, keeping her voice low. “Because the roads are so flooded.” The TV is still going, running a show Krista doesn’t even remember turning on, and Kauri is still on the inside doormat, dripping and cold and wet and in need of somewhere to stay. “He just wants to crash overnight, Sonya. Please.”
“I’m tired of you letting this guy take advantage of you, Kris,” Sonya says, and then just sighs, raking a hand through her hair and getting it caught on the clips, frowning and jerking her fingers back out, leaving her hair all mussed and beautiful. Krista wants to kiss her, but this isn’t the time.
“It’s just one night-”
“It’s never just anything with Kauri Grant, Kris, and you know it. Just one night with Kauri Grant means he’ll eat half the food in our kitchen and you’ll end up washing his clothes for him-”
“He shouldn’t have to pay for laundry!”
“How come he can’t stay at a motel or something?”
“I don’t know, probably he hasn’t been making much money, if it’s raining people don’t go walking around to give-”
“Oh but somehow he always has money for drinks when he calls to see if you want to go out, though? You think I haven’t noticed that?”
Krista sets her jaw, at that. “Sonya. Please don’t do this. You know he almost never has to pay for drinks-”
“Because he’s fucking all the bartenders, Kris!”
“He just needs somewhere to crash for a single fucking night. Come on, Sonya, don’t be-... don’t be like this. He’s my fucking friend. It’s not like I have a lot of those.”
She never curses, and the unusual word coming from her lips pulls Sonya up short from whatever she intended to say next. There’s a silence, and then her girlfriend sighs and pushes the door open a little more. She holds out her arms and Krista steps into them, taking the tight embrace and soaking it up.
On the bed, their black cat Pepperjack looks up, gives a soft chirping meow, and lays his head back down again.
“I’m sorry,” Sonya says, softly. “I know you care about him. I just wish I understood why.”
Because we’re the same, in all the ways that made us. Because he needs to know there are places where he is allowed to stay. Because of a million reasons I can’t tell, secrets I have to keep.
Because he’s a ghost, and he wears the face of someone who died for him to be born.
Just like I wear a dead girl’s face, just like Leila does, like Chris and Antoni and all of us, we’re all walking around in someone else’s discarded body.
And I can’t tell you.
“He’s my friend,” Krista says again, more softly, and kisses Sonya’s cheek. Her girlfriend turns her head to turn it to a kiss on the lips, and Krista relaxes into the soft reassurance that comes with the love in that kiss. “One of my first friends, really. He’s just going through some stuff right now-”
“Baby, you always say he’s going through some stuff. When does he finish going through it and get out on the other side of all that stuff?”
Krista sighs, and nuzzles her way back into another kiss. “I don’t know. But he’ll leave as soon as the buses are running again, I promise, okay?”
Sonya nods, and they rest their foreheads together for a moment, let the softer silence stand. Then Sonya says, quietly, “Okay, baby. Just. I feel like Pepper over there is all the strays we need in our life, you know?”
“I know,” Krista murmurs. “But he’ll have somewhere to go once it stops raining, I promise.”
“Yeah. Well, I’ll start making a list for replacing all the goddamn groceries he’s gonna eat.”
“He doesn’t get much good food out there-”
“Kris. He’s a taker. He uses you. And when he’s here, he uses us. I don’t see why you don’t get that.”
“He’s not-”
“Kris, listen to me. Stop trusting some pretty dude who is just going to get you hurt when he pisses the wrong person off. I know you guys met at the same homeless house or whatever, but he’s going nowhere fast and you can’t let him take you with him.”
“Sonya, stop.”
“Kris-”
“I said stop it.” She pulls back and away, grabbing some of her baggy sweatpants and a t-shirt from the pile of ‘clean’ clothes folded on top of the dresser until she has the energy to put them in the dresser - which is never, Krista delights in being able to be messy in her own home - and carries them out. Sonya stands in the doorway watching her go, and then sighs and goes back to her headset, back to work.
Kauri, still just inside the doorway, is lowering his phone from his ear as Krista comes into view. Nat bought him that phone, so she’d know Kauri was alive the weeks he was gone. Nat bought him the phone, he bought his clothes with panhandling money, his sweatshirt is Dustin’s. The backpack he found abandoned at a bus stop.
Nothing Kauri is wearing, or holding, is really his own.
A little plastic ziplock-style sandwich bag sticks out of his pocket. He had his phone in it to keep it dry, Krista thinks, and wonders how long he’s been wandering around out there in the rain. She hesitantly speaks up. “Here, Kauri, I’ve got towels and some clothes to change into-”
“Don’t worry about it,” Kauri says, softly, and glances up at her before he looks down again. Water drips from his hair onto the phone’s screen and he wipes at it with his finger, squinting. “I’ll be gone in a second.”
“What?” Krista goes still, and realizes that she and Sonya were not as quiet as they thought they were. “What do you mean? It's pouring-”
“I called someone,” Kauri says, flat and sharp, without looking at her. “Gonna walk to that bus stop with the little roof and he’ll come get me. Don’t worry about it.”
“Jake? It’s not- Kauri… it’s not safe for Jake to drive all that way across the city, half the roads are flooding-”
“Not Jake.” Kauri isn’t just not looking at her, he can’t. His face is a little red, splotches on his pale cheeks. Is some of the water on his face tears, now, and not from the rain? “I know someone else who lives near here. He’s coming to get me.”
“Kauri…” Krista closes her eyes, guilt twisting around inside of her that he’d heard. He knows Sonya doesn’t like him, but Kauri is so sensitive to being disliked. She should have pulled Sonya into the bedroom and closed the door. “Who is it?”
Kauri blows air through his nose. “It’s Derrick.”
Krista hitches in a breath in surprise. “Your ex? Kauri, didn’t-... didn’t he threaten you when you broke up?”
Kauri shakes his head, gives her a smile that doesn’t reach his eyes. “No. I misunderstood him, that’s all. I thought, um, I thought he was angry, but he was just… sad. The whole stupid fight was my fault anyway, and I’ve seen him since and he agreed to be friends. It’s fine. I asked, and he wants me there. I’ll sleep on his couch.”
No, you won’t. We both know you won’t.
“He wants you there,” Krista parrots, plaintively. “Kauri, you don’t have to leave, or anything, I swear. I’ll make you a bed up-”
“It’s fine,” Kauri repeats, and gives her another breezy, airy smile. He sticks his phone back into the little clear bag, closes it up, and shoves it back in his pocket. He slips his soaking-wet shoes back on and Krista winces as she hears the way his feet push water around inside them. “I’m fine, Krista, it’s really not a big deal. Derrick always says I can call him, when I run into him-”
“You’re still seeing him?” Krista licks at her lips. She holds the towels and clothes useless in her arms like a child hugging a teddy bear, feeling guilty and useless. Kauri came here for somewhere safe to stay, and felt unwanted, and now…
“No, but he… we show up at the same places sometimes.”
“... Kauri, is he following you?”
Kauri gives a brittle, bright laugh. “What? No! It’s fine.”
“It’s fine,” Krista repeats, and then says softly, “It’s fine, it’s fine, it’s fine. You… you always say it’s fine. How many times can you say it before you just… admit when it’s not, Kauri?”
Kauri’s smile drops, for a second. His blue eyes meet hers, haunted and sad, making the choice to hurt himself rather than be hurt by anyone else. Kauri Grant is a ghost, she thinks, and very nearly says out loud. You don’t have to haunt us, Kauri. You could have a home.
He takes a deep breath, pulls the hood of his zip-up sweatshirt over his head, where it flops, just as soaked-through as everything else, providing no safety from the rainfall at all. Water drips off of it onto his nose. “I’ll say it as many times as it takes to believe it,” He says, heavily.
“For who to believe it? Us, or you?”
“I’ll catch you later, Krista. No big deal. Thanks for letting me hang out for a minute.”
Krista watches, helpless, as Kauri turns and walks back out into the rain, shoulders hunched. The rain is so thick that he disappears from view before he’s even fully across the parking lot. From a man to a shade of the fog to nothing at all.
Sonya wanders out of the bedroom to find Krista still staring outside, through the open door. “Baby? Where’s your friend?”
“Where’s my friend? He heard us talking.” Krista’s voice is thready trembling. “He found someone else to stay with.”
The ex-boyfriend, who told Kauri he was a ditz and kind of dumb, who told him he was lucky someone put up with how difficult he is, who broke up with him while threatening and scaring him, who… who still let him leave, at least.
So it’s better than where he came from, maybe.
But not by much.
“Oh. So he did have somewhere else to go. Probably he just called his dealer, Krista. Nobody looks that strung out without being on something.”
Krista’s fingers tightened on the cloth she held in her hands until the tension hurt, ached up her arms and to her shoulders. “Sonya, he’s just-... he’s messed up, but he’s not-... he’s not on drugs. He’s just had a hard-... a hard life.”
“Yeah, I mean, a lot of us have. But you always let him take advantage of you, Kris. That’s all. That’s all I worry about. I mean, I’m sure he’s a fine guy, but I’m not on Team Kauri, you know? I’m Team Krista. I worry way more about how you get all weird for a couple days every time he’s here.”
“Sonya-”
“He’ll be fine.”
Krista shakes her head, but repeats, “He’ll be fine,” to settle her own nerves. She realizes belatedly that Kauri’s socks are still balled up on the concrete step outside her door, and she moves forward, closes the door, and does up the locks, leaving them there for now.
Maybe he’ll come back for them.
He probably won’t.
Pepperjack meows softly at her, and she turns to see the black cat winding his way around a leg of the coffee table. Something in his eyes looks… reproachful. Pepper likes curling up with Kauri when he stays over, warm against his back or on his chest, just under his chin.
Krista walks past Sonya to hang the towels back up, puts her clothes back in the clean clothes pile, and curls up on the couch with Pepperjack in her lap and Sonya at her side. Warm, dry, and guilty.
She sent the ghost away - or Sonya did - or she did, by not defending him enough… and still, Krista feels haunted. She pulls her own phone out from the pocket in her pants and texts Jake. He went back to Derrick.
She doesn’t have to say who he is. She sees when Jake reads the message, but he doesn’t send anything back right away. Maybe he’ll call Kauri. Maybe he’ll convince Kauri to go somewhere other than his shit ex-boyfriend’s place. Maybe maybe maybe, but it all relies on Kauri not running away.
It all relies on Kauri. Kauri’s a survivor, she tells herself. They all are. She texts Jake again. I’m sure it’s okay. I’m sure he’ll be fine. I’m sure.
Yeah, is all Jake sends back. She can feel the anger through the inconsequential bloodless single-word response. Anger, fear, and worry.
She closes her eyes.
He’ll be fine. He’s fine.
How many times do they tell each other Kauri is fine, when everyone knows it’s not true?
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Animalogy 💫🦉🐙🐊
1) Would you classify yourself as someone athletic?
a) Yes (Go to question 2)
b) No (Go to question 3)
2) You would classify yourself as:
a) A nerdy person (go to question 7)
b) Tough (go to question 3)
c) An average guy/girl (go to question 5)
3) Would you accept money from a stranger?
a) Yes (Go to question 5)
b) No (Go to question 4)
4) If you were a tree, what kind of tree would you be?
a) Oak (Go to question 10)
b) Weeping Willow (Go to question 8)
c) Fir Tree (Go to question 9)
5) A movie you wanted to see is sold out. What will you do?
a) Go home (go to question 7)
b) Go see a different movie (go to question 6)
c) Go do something else (go to question 4)
6) A mysterious hooded stranger arrives at your house. You are most likely to:
a) Greet him/her (go to question 8)
b) Hide and make them think you’re not home (go to question 9)
c) Call the cops (go to question 7)
d) Yell though the door “I’ve got a gun!” ( go to question 7)
7) Would you call yourself strong (physically or mentally)?
a) Yes (go to question 8)
b) No (Go to question 10)
8) There is an earthquake. What will you do?
a) Go out and help anyone in need (go to question 10)
b) Go to a safe place with family and friends (go to question 9)
c) Panic and wait for someone to help you (Go to Profile P)
9) You buy ice cream, and a kid comes up to you and tells you he's really hungry and hasn't eaten in days. Your reaction will be:
a) To stick the ice cream in his face and run away (go to profile Y)
b) To ignore him and eat your ice cream (Go to profile A)
c) To give him your ice cream (Go to Question 11)
d) you think he is lying (Go to profile U)
10) Your friend challenges you to a game. What will your answer be?
a) "Bring it on!"(Go to question 11)
b) “Fine.” (Go to question 15)
c) "Leave me alone!" (Go to question 14)
d) "Sorry, but I really don't feel like it." (Go to question 12)
11) You are going to take a quiz (like one in school). Your score is most likely to be:
a) Perfect (Go to Profile B)
b) Enough to pass (Go to question 12)
c) Failing. I don't actually care anyway. (Go to Profile R)
d) I don’t know (Go to question 25)
12) How many friends do you have?
a) One only (go to question 13)
b) About three to five (go to question 18)
c) A LOT!(go to question 14
13) Are you constantly:
a) Bullied? (Go to question 15)
b) Feared by others? (Go to Profile G)
c) Idolized? (Go to profile D)
14) The food you eat is usually:
a) Cheap (go to question 17)
b) Expensive (go to question 16)
c) Both! I love food! (Go to question 22)
15) Do you believe in the saying, "An apple a day keeps the doctor away?"
a) Yes (go to profile C)
b) No (Go to Profile F)
16) Do you believe in true love?
a) Yes (go to question 17)
b) No (Go to question 22)
17) You see your crush. You are most likely to:
a) Flirt with him/her (go to Profile E)
b) Run away (go to question 20)
c) Act mean to him/her (go to Profile L)
d) Act normal (go to question 24)
18) One of your bad traits (among these) are:
a) Being noisy/talkative (go to Profile W)
b) None at all. I'm perfect! (go to Profile I)
c) Being shy (go to question 19)
19) What do you think about nerds/geeks/smart people?
a) They're okay (go to Profile H)
b) EWWWWW!!!!!! (Go to question 21)
c) They are know-it-alls (go to question 20)
20) Someone asks you: "What do you know about the Industrial Revolution?" Your response would be:
a) "Yawn…”(go to Profile J)
b) "Oh, I know all about it!"(go to question 23)
c) "Um… I think I remember it from somewhere…"(Go to profile M)
d) “Why do you want to know!?” (Go to profile E)
21) Someone says: "Did you know that eating glue makes your brain stronger?” Your initial response would be:
a) Really?! (Go to question 23)
b) Yeah, right! (Go to Profile U)
c) That’s nice. (go to profile L)
22) If you were in a human food chain, where would you put yourself?
a) At the bottom… I'm low-class…. (Go to Profile X)
b) At the very top! I'm the predator of all predators! (Go to Profile N)
c) Somewhere in the middle, I guess…(Go to question 19)
23) Would you call yourself hardworking?
a) Yes (go to profile K)
b) No (go to question 24)
c) Uhhh… Sometimes. (go to profile Q)
d) No more then yes ( go to question 24)
24) If you had a special power, which power would you want to have?
a) The power to be invisible (Go to Profile T)
b) The power to be the greatest person on Earth!(Go to Profile S)
c) The power to be the fastest thing alive! (Go to Profile V)
d) I don't need special powers. (Go to question 25)
e) the power to teleport ( go to question 26)
25) You are known as:
a) A loner (Go to Profile Z)
b) A good friend to all (Go to Profile AB)
c) A food expert (Go to profile AC)
d) A majorly fun person (Go to Profile AD)
e) A person with a split personality (Go to Profile AE)
f) A weird person ( go to profile Y)
26) Which one of these is a good attribute about you?
a) You are flexible (go to question 27)
b) You are strong, mentally or physically (go to question 25)
c) You are different (go to profile AE)
d) You are normal (go to profile H)
27) Who do you hang out with?
a) Smart people (go to question 25)
b) Gangsters (go to profile F)
c) Weird people (go to profile AF)
d) Every one (go to profile AG)
Profiles
A. Peach Pig -You are a big, lazy slob. Yet, you have a lot of strength but are afraid to use it. -Soul mate: Magenta Squirrel -In conflict with: Ocre and gray Dolphin
B. Blue Fox -You are a born leader who cannot resist a challenge. You are driven to excel and a perfectionist. -Soul mate: Yellow Trout -In conflict with: Indigo Beaver
C. Pink Sloth -You are an outcast; A follower, socially inept. You are the lowest of all animology, mainly because you smell of overripe fruit. -Soul mate: Silver Badger -In conflict with: Tawny Mouse
D. Teal Cat -You are as swift as a ninja. You can be soft-hearted and cruel at the same time, and extremely hard to please -Soul mate: Beige raccoon -In conflict with: Red Jaguar
E. Yellow Trout -You are extremely self-centered and only think of yourself. You are also very whiny and annoying to others, but you are able to get away with it. Aside from that, you have slow reactions, except when you're in love. -Soul mate: Blue fox -In conflict with: Green Puppy
F. Blue Baboon -An aggressive animology, especially to your enemies. You also have quick reflexes, but it takes you an unnaturally long time to remember something. -Soul mate: Purple bat -In conflict with: Red weasel
G. Red Weasel -You are an extreme know-it-all, even if you're not perfect. You are also noisy, but far from hardworking. -Soul mate: Brown Iguana -In conflict with: Blue baboon
H. Silver Badger -You are very loyal to others and hardworking. You are a good friend, even if others find you sometimes a bit boring. -Soul mate: Pink Sloth -In conflict with: White Tiger
I. Orange Snake -Like the snake itself, you are cunning and very boastful. You love to be the best, even if you're not, but you try hard enough. -Soul mate: Periwinkle Cow -In conflict with: Gray Chicken
J. Green Puppy -You are very patient, but often moody. You like to strike when least expected, even if you're not exactly what one would call observant. -Soul mate: Fuchsia Possum -In conflict with: Yellow Trout
K. Indigo Beaver -You are very resourceful and patient, but you are often naïve and fall for others' traps. Luckily, you get out of most of them. -Soul mate: Lavender cheetah -In conflict with: Blue fox
L. Purple Bat -You are often blind to the world, and because of this, you use your heart to sense things. Yet, you are feared by other animologies, because you don't always listen to what your heart has to say, and you end up doing cruel things. -Soul mate: Blue baboon -In conflict with: Golden Lion
M. Black Sheep -You are different from other animologies. Even if some people think you are weak and are a disgrace, your heart always remains strong and pure. -Soul mate: Maroon Panda -In conflict with: Magenta Squirrel
N. Golden Lion -You consider yourself as the king of all animologies and have a lot of dignity. But despite this statement, you are lazy and often end up embarrassing yourself. -Soul mate: White Tiger -In conflict with: Silver Badger
O. Brown Iguana -You are quiet and often stay in one place pondering your next move. You are not a threat to other animologies, even if your strikes are quite lethal. -Soul mate: Red Weasel -In conflict with: Fuchsia Possum
P. Gray Chicken -You are cowardly, and quick to react. When danger strikes, you immediately run away, only thinking of yourself. -Soul mate: Tawny Mouse -In conflict with: Orange Snake
Q. White Tiger -You are unique; A graceful yet cunning animology. Yet, even with your strength, you are very easy prey to others. -Soul mate: Golden Lion -In conflict with: Silver Badger
R. Scarlet Bear -You are constantly a bully to others, but wit is your ultimate weakness. Another disadvantage is that you're slow, but make up with your great amount of strength. -Soul mate: Saffron Rabbit -In conflict with: Periwinkle Cow
S. Red Jaguar -Extremely quick, but you are easy to trick. All of your senses are quite strong, but you get caught, mainly because of too much pride in yourself, which causes insecurity. -Soul mate: Tan Giraffe -In conflict with: Teal Cat
T. Tawny Mouse -A shy and quiet animology, but when you're by yourself, you are very active and peppy. Even if you are timid, you have a strong inner self. -Soul mate: Gray Chicken -In conflict with: Pink Sloth
U. Bronze Goat -You are hard working, but only think of yourself. Yet, you are very clever and often self-confident. -Soul mate: Ocre and gray Dolphin -In conflict with: Beige Raccoon
V. Saffron Rabbit -You are shy but pure, and quick. You are sensitive but friendly. However, you can never seem to stay in one place. -Soul mate: Scarlet bear -In conflict with: Lavender Cheetah
W. Fuchsia Possum -You are extremely talkative, peppy, and like to make a lot of noise. People sometimes find you annoying, but you don't care because you always love to have fun. -Soul mate: Green Puppy -In conflict with: Brown Iguana
X. Periwinkle Cow -You are lazy but content with your simple life. Aside from this, you are very helpful, even if you won't admit it. -Soul mate: Orange Snake -In conflict with: Scarlet Bear
Y. Lavender Cheetah -You are the fastest and most agile of all animologies. Because of this, sometimes you do things immediately without even stopping to think, and bad things occur to you. -Soul mate: Indigo Beaver -In conflict with: Saffron Rabbit
Z. Tan Giraffe -You are much of a loner, but you are brave and are a quick thinker. You like helping others, but you keep it a secret. -Soul mate: Red Jaguar -In conflict with: Maroon Panda
AB. Beige Raccoon -You are the nervous type, and are always unsure of yourself. Yet, you are nice, friendly and quite smart and sarcastic. -Soul mate: Teal Cat -In conflict with: Bronze Goat
AC. Maroon Panda -You are very picky, but extremely exact and accurate about everything. It often takes you a long time to make decisions, but you often get good results. -Soul mate: Black sheep -In conflict with: Tan Giraffe
AD. Ocre and Gray (OG) Dolphin -You are a good friend to others, and love to have fun. People lighten up because of you, even if sometimes you act pretty weird. -Soul mate: Bronze Goat -In conflict with: Peach Pig
AE. Magenta Squirrel -You are good company and are always in a good mood, but you can be odd and slow at times -Soul mate: Peach Pig -In conflict with: Black Sheep
AF. Silver and Red (SR) Wolf -You are strong and most of the time naïve, but when it comes to love you know it all, you prefer to be quite around Adults. -Soul mate: Gold Falcon -In conflicted with: Maroon Panda
AG. Gold Falcon -You are a very smart person and you are aggressive too, although you let your pride get in the way sometimes, you are very good in romantic situation. - Soul mate: Silver and Red Wolf -In conflict with: Teal Cat
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pov: your middle school furry oc grew up
original/"early teen" design credit goes to my old friend @gigglebunnys! here's their twitter and dA, please go check 'em out!
ID under cut for length!
Image Description:
Image 1 ‐ Cartoon drawing of a teenage plus sized canine furry with white fur with brown drippy accents on the tip of their ears, brown on the top half of their fluffy tail which is curled around them to the front, & pink on the tip of their tail. Rainbow sprinkle-like markings also cover their ears and tail. They have pink eyes and are looking away with a troubled expression whilst blushing. They're wearing a gray sweatshirt with green accents with a simplified Minecraft creeper design, blue jeans, and red canvas shoes. They also have black square glasses. Their name "Sundae" is written to the top right in red and outlined in brown. Written underneath it in red is "early teen". There's bullet points underneath "Sundae" that read as follows: [actual tsundere, "pop music is so dumb lol anyway have you ever heard of this 80's pop song-", "hi my name is sundae dark'ness dementia raven way and i have e-", take this weeb kid out for an ice cream omg- actually maybe don't]
Image 2 - Digital cartoon drawing of the same character, Sundae, from the previous image as an adult. They have primarily white fur still, brown and red drippy accents on the tip of their ears, brown on the top half of their fluffy tail which is now perked up, & red on the tip of their tail which drips. Brown and beige sprinkle-like markings only cover their tail now. They still have pink eyes and look to the viewer vampishly. They're wearing a cream poet shirt, a wide, deep brown belt with corset-like adornments, black leggings, and dark plum heels. They also now wear red square-frame glasses. Their name, "Sundae", is written to the top right in vanilla white with red and brown outlining. Underneath it, written in red, is "Adult". There's bullet points underneath "Sundae" that read as follows: [world's first vampire interior decorator, legitimately stressed over not finding their fave plushies, fashion taste of aristocracy but funds of a broke college student, cries at every sappy moment in movies] End ID.
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One Piece OCs: The Noko Island Children Part 1
Overview: The Noko Island residents are rich entitled jerks so it’s not a surprise that they raised bratty children. They got to keep up their social status by having kids now. As the children of the richest, they attend Ymer Prep School, allow to go to Fior D Country Club with their parents, attend the kiddie room of the White Town Hall, and go to the luxurious Skyr Playground. They are assholes to Cream because of their parents’ disdain for her mother, Lesedi. All of them wears a variety of white clothes to keep up with the Noko Island’s social norms. Usually the children there do not have a sibling because of biological “issues” of having more. This doesn’t means that the people there can not have another child as in the cases of Opera’s four children from his first marriage and the Milken family. The parents would sometimes employ nannies, governesses, or babysitters to take care of their children. Despite claiming that they hate it and don’t want to join, the children want to see what is going on in The Cascade and wonder why Cream is allowed in. They demand the members allow them in but they refused.
Here’s Part 2~
Gigi Fortune
Appearance: Gigi is a seven-year-old girl with fair skin, sky blue hair, and light eyes. She is a snakeneck. She usually wears a white dress with a baby blue ribbon around it. Her shoes are white with light blue buckles. She has a beautiful pair of white pearl earrings, necklace and a bracelet. For Ymer Prep, she wears the standard uniform, which is a beige sweater vest with the school’s badge, a white shirt, a blue skirt with white plaid designs, white knee height socks, and a pair of black shoes with ivory-colored buckles.
About: Gigi Fortune is the daughter of Mr. Fortune, who is the owner of the Lassi Mall, and Mrs. Fortune, who is the Vice President of the HOA and the second-in-command of Mrs. Smiles. Gigi believes that she is better than everyone else and could do no wrong. She is egocentric and entitled as she is a straight-A student in Ymer Prep. Her hobbies consist of Equestrian activities with her white pony named Lala, such as polo, dressage, and horseball.
Asher Shine
Appearance: Asher is a six-year-old boy with blackish-violet hair and cyan eyes. He wears a white blouse, dark blue dress pants, and black shoes. He also wears a blue tie with a gold tie clip. For Ymer Prep, he wears the standard uniform, which is a beige sweater vest with the school’s badge, a white shirt, a black tie, dark blue pants, and black shoes.
About: Asher Shine is the son of Mr. Shine, who is the head administrator of the Cena Tower, and Mrs. Shine, who is the president of the Fior D Country Club. Asher is very rube, arrogant, and refuses to believe that he is wrong on anything, even if he’s shown proof. He believes that everything must cater to him regardless of the situation. His hobbies are playing with his toy yachts and pop pop boats, sailing, and, with Zaire and Saxe, building and launching model rockets.
York Hildebrand
Appearance: York is an eight-year-old boy that has Kano descent. He has dark green hair and green eyes. He is a longleg. He wears a white polo shirt, beige shorts, and white sneakers. For Ymer Prep, he wears the standard uniform, which is a beige sweater vest with the school’s badge, a white shirt, a black tie, dark blue pants, and black shoes.
About: York Hildebrand is the son of Mr. Hildebrand, who is the principal of Ymer Prep School, and Mrs. Hildebrand, who is a “new age” thinker that believes that her way of life is the best way, including alternative medicine, ideas on relationships, hands-off parenting, and hippie culture. York often gets away with his bullying because his father would often cover up the incidents. He tends to get into fights with other children, especially with those who have a lower status than him. His hobbies are mini-golf, playing with his modified toy sport cars, and cade games.
Fay Ballmer
Appearance: Fay is a four-year-old girl with orange hair and pink eyes. She wears a light pink shirt with a white jumper dress over it. She also has a pair of pink socks and white shoes. For Ymer Prep, she wears the standard uniform, which is a beige sweater vest with the school’s badge, a white shirt, a blue skirt with white plaid designs, white knee height socks, and a pair of black shoes with ivory-colored buckles.
About: Fay Ballmer is the daughter of Mr. Ballmer, who is the CEO of Ballmer Perfume Company, and Mrs. Ballmer, who is the Secretary of the HOA. She is extremely spoiled and believes that Cream should ”share” everything with her. That includes snacks, toys, and even gifts. Mr. and Mrs. Ballmer tried to justify it by kept saying that their daughter needs attention too. Fay does not understand why Tanith doesn’t like her and won’t allow her to “share” with Cream. Her hobbies are tennis, dancing, and figure skating.
Tariff Banks
Appearance: Tariff is a six-year-old boy with dark gray hair and brown eyes. He has a Rama descent. He wears a white shirt with a green cardigan, beige pants, and black shoes. For Ymer Prep, he wears the standard uniform, which is a beige sweater vest with the school’s badge, a white shirt, a black tie, dark blue pants, and black shoes.
About: Tariff Banks is the son of Mr. Banks, who is the Treasurer of Noko Island, and Mrs. Banks, who is a fashion model. Tariff is a very smart young boy who scores very high in Ymer Prep. He enjoys the constant praise that he received from his friends and parents. He would often be a prankster with his friends and would do harsh pranks to others, especially Cream. His hobbies are pranking, cricket, and card games with York and Vance.
#brat trio#one piece#one piece au#one piece oc#noko island#noko children#ymer prep#one piece descendants#gigi fortune#asher shine#york hildebrand#fay ballmer#tariff banks
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Helping Hands - Chapter 4
Series Masterlist here
Chapter Summary: Natasha makes Haley an offer, Haley and Loki share another late-night conversation during a storm, and a plan is formed.
Chapter Warnings: Mention of previous injuries, implications of previous abuse
A/N: I KNOW the gif is our dear Sir Thomas Sharpe. But he has black hair, so just, like, pretend?
“How are you feeling?
Haley squinted and blinked away her slumber, lifting her hand to shield her eyes against the glare of bright, sterile lighting above her. A quick mental check of her body with a few small twists and stretches, and she could fairly confidently answer Nat with a grumbled, “Probably better than you. Healing just as I always do.”
The bed shifted, and Haley finally opened her eyes enough to clearly see the lethal blonde perched on the side of her bed, looking a bit worse for wear with dark circles under her eyes and a gray tinge to her skin. Somehow she was still gorgeous, which was honestly just unfair. “You didn’t have to do that for me.”
Color stained her cheeks, and she dropped her eyes to her hands, pleased and confused to see that someone had scrubbed the blood from them while she had been sleeping. Probably the same person who changed her into the itchy, thin gown that scratched against her skin. “It’s nothing.”
“No, it’s not. You could have died.” Nat winced a bit when she reached up to brush a bit of hair out of her eyes, dropping her hand to her side. “Once I’m healed up, I want to help you, too. Say a bit of fight training? I don’t want you to ever need it, but in my experience, it… helps.”
She didn’t know Natasha’s past. She didn’t know anything about her besides the fact that she wasn’t gifted any superhuman abilities like her or Loki, or given some sort of serum to make her different, like Bucky and Steve. But there was wisdom in her brown eyes, shadowed with pain and a darkness that worked to pull her full lips into a frown and knit her brow together. Whatever she had faced before living in this tower and fighting for the good of others, it had given her an understanding of the unease that lingered constantly at the back of Haley’s mind. That much was clear.
“I’d like that, yeah. Thanks.”
Nat nodded her head, standing up slowly and heading toward the door. Just before she left she waved her hand at the bedside table, calling out, “I caught Loki leaving that for you this morning.”
It was a plush black hoodie, the exact same as the one that had been cut from her body the day before, freshly washed and still warm from the dryer. She reached over to hug it to her chest, smiling at the glow that stretched within her at the familiar scent of spice and mint lightly perfuming the fabric.
She would have known who had gifted it to her even if Nat hadn’t spilled the beans.
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They were so high in the sky the thunder rattled her teeth just before each blinding flash outside the floor-to-ceiling windows making up an entire wall of her room. The dark sky rolled just beyond her eyes, illuminated with frequent lighting to reveal heavy clouds thick with rain that pelted the glass in fat, heavy drops. It was too much. To go from a life spent underground, rarely seeing the sun, to practically living inside the vicious storm was proving too frightening to handle alone.
And sleep? Out of the question. Not even with the comfort of her hoodie wrapped around her and all of the blankets cocooning her in the middle of her expansive, too soft bed could she keep her eyes closed once the deafening boom and crack of the storm battered against her ears.
She left the solitude of her bedroom, a sliver of hope guiding her to the living area where she yearned to find a distracting companion. If her efforts were futile, at least the space was bigger, and it wouldn’t feel as if she was right in the nasty elements. Her silent prayers, given to any deity that would listen, were answered in the form of Loki, draped across the couch and watching television with concentrated curiosity.
“My brother appears to be quite angry this evening.”
She scurried over to sit beside him, crossing her arms over her stomach and balling her hands up into fists in the fabric of her overly long sleeves. “Thor?”
Loki paused the television, dropping the remote onto his lap before running a hand through the midnight black locks spilling over his shoulders with a nod. “The God of Thunder, as he was known on Asgard, and as some of the ancient Midgardians worshipped him. What became a trip seeking freedom and adventure in our youth accidentally started a bit of a following amongst the Nordic people, centuries ago. Quite fascinating, really.”
She blinked. “So he can’t really control Thunder. It’s just a name.”
“Oh, no, he most certainly can. Lightning is more his forte, though. I am sure if you ask him he would be more than happy to demonstrate for your entertainment,” Loki corrected her with just a hint of bitterness lacing his tone.
“But he can’t do magic like you? He isn’t like you?”
Just then a particularly close bout of thunder shook the tower, and she squeaked, pressing herself further into the back of the couch so that her leg rested along the length of his and the back of her head brushed against his hand. His thigh was warm and firm through the combined layers of fabric of her pajama bottoms and his jeans.
The devilish smirk that he directed her way made her tummy flutter oddly beneath her hands. “No one is like me, little one.”
She didn’t know a man’s voice could go that low and sound with such promise, soothing like cool satin and teasing her skin into tingling goosebumps. Normally, any deep voice she heard was laced with threats and growls, demanding things of her that she didn’t want to give. But, if Loki was seeking something with that heated tone, some instinctual part of her knew that it would be good. His eyes shone as his hand dropped from behind her to curl over her shoulders, his thumb rubbing gentle circles over her arm.
“The storm cannot reach you in this tower,” he assured her, glancing up at the deluge muddling the bright lights of the city that never slept. “You are safe.”
They all kept repeating that: safe. Sometimes it didn’t sound like a word anymore. Like it had lost all meaning from how often it was repeated behind sad smiles and heavy sighs. She knew they meant it, but it didn’t silence the nagging doubt at the back of her mind that couldn’t place Mr. Shaw with the still faces she had climbed over during her escape.
But it was quieted when she was curled up next to Loki beneath the strong weight of his arm, searching his expression for the telltale signs of pity. Pity made her feel weak, like some broken doll with too big brown eyes and full lips that had its hair shorn off by a vengeful toddler who didn’t know how to properly play with the nice things it had stolen.
But the understanding that permeated his lingering stare?
That made her soft, warm and content and hopeful. For what, she wasn’t sure. She didn’t have a name for the tiniest flicker of longing that itched in her fingertips. Could his silken hair soothe that need?
Where were these thoughts coming from?
She had to blame the reality television Sam and Darcy had insisted she watch - to "teach her the ways of the world", they’d claimed. Or maybe it was the soap operas Nat had suggested.
“I know that you have not seen much of this realm. I was watching a program concerning the Nordic nations I spoke of earlier. Would you care to join me?”
It was better than sitting in the darkness of her room all alone. And Loki wasn’t terrible company, even with the unnameable feelings stirring in the pit of her belly. “Sure.”
He restarted the television before disappearing for a few minutes, leaving her to stare at the lush green fields, black sand beaches, and jagged cliffs cut into mountains of snow and ice that sparkled so brilliantly she thought she’d never seen anything more breathtaking. The din of him rummaging around stopped just before he came back to the couch, settling back against her and handing her a plate of treats and a steaming cup.
“Hot cocoa with miniature marshmallows and whipped cream, and double fudge brownies,” he supplied, taking the plate and balancing it on both of their thighs.
She couldn’t stifle a moan when the sweet sugary dessert melted on her tongue, closing her eyes to savor the taste.
“I thought you might like those,” he mused, taking a bite of his own brownie before turning his attention back to the dancing green and blue lights across the night sky on the screen. “Ah, northern lights.”
“Are they real?”
He smiled gently at the awed expression on her face and gave her a small nod. “They are. I will ensure you see them one day.”
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“Absolutely not.”
Loki’s rage tensed along his back as he faced down the entire Avengers team.
She had faint memories of brightly colored pictures on a beige wall, young men dressed in outrageous outfits and all posing seriously for the camera, women grouped together and pouting with silver eyeshadow and wavy hair. The Avengers reminded her of those distant images, grouped together with solemn expressions on their faces.
“I gotta side with Loki on this one,” Tony agreed, taking off his glasses and shoving them into the pocket of his jeans, following the fidgeting gesture with both hands so that his shoulders almost touched his ears. “She isn’t bait.”
“It’s the best shot we have of luring that asshole out of hiding. He’s going to want her back.”
She didn’t know anything about the black, eye-patch sporting man separated from the rest of the gang. He had strolled in, called for a meeting, and then waited impatiently for everyone to congregate in the living area. But his voice was hard, his black suit - stark, and his stare - cold. It reminded her too much of her former owner - the topic of their discussion.
“Fury.”
The unknown man - Fury - stood up and leveled Nat with a frigid glare. “Get her ready. We’ll catch this bastard.”
And then he left just as quickly as he’d come, pulling out his phone to make a call, effectively cutting off any further attempt at talking some sense into him.
It was hard to breathe against the terror that seized her like a vice. Nat, Steve, and Tony all approached her at the same time, but it was Loki that turned and reached her first, tugging on her wrist until her trembling frame was tucked securely beneath his arm.
“I won’t let him touch you.”
And somehow, she believed him, mentally holding onto the fervently whispered promise with a death grip that only rivaled that of her fingers clutching at the folds of his shirt.
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Awaited Encounter~ part 4
Bokuto’s lips curled up to support the pencil he was trying to balance on them. My fingers gripped our textbook tightly, glaring at the childish college student. “Bokuto…” I mumbled with a tinge of annoyance.
Normally, his antics wouldn’t bother me but after several hours of studying, my emotions tend to get a bit loose. At this point all the words in the textbook looked the same. The sight made my head pulse, and my eyes burn.
Bokuto frowned at my tone, making the pencil fall from his lips. “Akashii! When am I going to use this in life!” The gray-haired boy complained. He leaned back in his chair, letting the tank top he wore stretch.
“Probably never.” I answered honestly. My eyes traveled across the table to where Bokuto sat. I tried not to stare at his exposed muscles now that he is wearing less clothing than usual. Maybe it wasn’t a good idea to have our study session at Bokuto’s apartment.
Kuro, Bokuto’s close friend and roommate, left us alone. I didn’t get to meet him; he was already gone by the time I arrived.
“Then why am I learning it!” Bokuto whined like a child. His head tilted back, showing more of his pale neck. My eyes wandered around Bokuto’s body with care. I took in as many features about him as possible before exhaling. “Let’s take a break.” I stated while closing the large textbook.
The sentence brought life to Bokuto. His head sprung back up and a grin grew on his lips. “Hey hey hey! How about some food? It’s late isn’t it, it’s almost 8.”
I watched as the energetic man bounced off his seat and headed towards the kitchen. His top moving with every step. I swear that shirt was made to take my attention.
The view of Bokuto’s broad back graced me as the tall man searched his cabinets. He has changed so much since those days. When we were kids, Bokuto was a little chubby with his round cheeks and baby fat. Looking back on it, he was adorable.
Now though, that has changed. I would not describe Bokuto’s appearance as adorable anymore. More like… mature and taunting…
“How about I make us something?” Bokuto suggested, taking ingredients out of his white fridge. Bokuto’s apartment is a lot cozier than mine. When you walk in, you are in the living room with a small kitchen attached. The floor is made of light brown wood and the walls are painted with a light beige.
You could tell when you first walk in that this was a boy’s apartment. There was no theme to the rooms from what I’ve seen so far. There was even random stuff on the floor. Like a wooden boat which Bokuto calls his ‘adventure time’. I can’t even begin to question that concept.
Even though the apartment was strange and messy, I couldn’t help but admire it. You could tell the people here made many good memories, unlike my apartment.
“You can cook?” I asked with the tilt of my head. Bokuto turned around and frowned, “why do you sound so surprised?”
“Because I am.” I answered before moving from the table to one of the reclining chairs. Another thing weird about this apartment was its organization. Their couch was not the center piece of furniture, it was moved to the side. In the center of the room stood two brown recline chairs.
“That’s mean Akashi! And don’t sit there, that’s Kuro’s. Sit in mine.” Bokuto gestured to the identical chair beside me. But they both look the same… why does it matter? I didn’t bother speaking my question out loud. Instead, I moved.
My back pushed against the soft cushion of the chair. It made me sigh subconsciously, “well we haven’t known each other for that long.” I said in a whisper. I couldn’t speak those words louder than that. Every time I think about me and Bokuto’s current situation, I grow an aching pain in my stomach.
It felt as if I was using him for my own benefit. So I would feel less anxious than usual. Bokuto calms my nerves without any effort. His warmth and presence are all it takes, maybe that’s why it’s so hard to let go of him again.
“Did you say something Akashi?” Bokuto questioned, turning his head towards me. My eyes looked up to meet his large smile, “no, nothing at all Bokuto.” I tried to give the man a smile, but my face stayed straight. Looks like the guilt from all those years ago is starting to take effect.
“Well, in order to make the thing I want to make, we need a few items.” Bokuto stated while walking towards me.
I sighed, “you don’t have to cook if you don’t want to-“
“I want to.” Bokuto interrupted. His bright eyes looked down at my dark ones. They held a sense of determination, which meant there was no use in trying to change his mind. “Would you like me to come with you?” My offer made those golden eyes sparkle. “Yes!”
Bokuto grabbed his jacket as we both left the apartment. My hands tucked into my dark jeans while Bokuto hummed to himself. It was silent except for Bokuto’s humming. The silence was calming and peaceful, it made me comfortable.
A bell jingled when Bokuto opened the front door to the convenience store. The store was bright with only a few other people crowded inside it. The girl at the cash-register looked up to see who came inside. Her eyes widened a bit when they met mine.
Why is she looking at me like that?-
“Akashi can you get some heavy cream? I can get everything else.” Bokuto’s voice shook my thoughts. I gave the gray-haired man a nod before walking around the store. Her eyes stayed on me with each step I took. The stare made me uneasy.
I don’t like people paying attention to me, it has always caused me anxiety. My breathing grew ragged as a lump formed in my throat. I turned the corner to hide in one of the empty isles. For some reason, that one stare made me panic.
Sliding down to the ground, I tried to calm myself. “It’s just one person, it’s just one person.” I whispered, gripping my forearm with closed eyes. An image from my past passed through my mind, making me bite my lip.
“Akashi?” Even with my eyes shut, I knew Bokuto was kneeling beside me. I kept my eyes closed while his golden orbs scanned my body. “Are you cold? Hurt? What’s wrong?” Bokuto asked as he placed his hand on my shoulder.
The touch made me flinch, “it’s nothing.” I squeezed out. Bokuto’s hand let go of my shoulder. I thought he was going to leave me alone, but I was wrong. The gray-haired man grunted as he took a seat next to me.
His shoulder pressed against mine, erasing any space between us. A sigh escaped his lips, “you don’t like attention.” The statement came as a shock to me. How did he know that? Has Bokuto been… observing me? He has only known me for two weeks, well that he knows of.
I peeked up to look at Bokuto. For once his face was neutral and his eyes were only focused on me. “Yes… I mean no? How did you know?” My voice was quiet for only Bokuto to hear.
“You give hints from time to time. Like when the teacher looks at you, you often squirm and look disgruntled in your seat. Or when we walk to school, when someone looks at you, you freeze up and hide behind me.” Bokuto started to chuckle at the thought. “You’re very adorable Akashi.”
My face warmed as my heart rate quickened. I didn’t try to say anything, knowing it would come out as slurred letters. Bokuto looked at my red face and gave me a small smile, “are you still nervous?”
“Did you only say that so I wouldn’t be?” I mumbled.
Bokuto’s grin grew, “nope.” He stood up and dusted off his pants. I watched as the gray-haired man stuck out his hand, “let’s go, Akashi.” His smile was as bright as the sun, I could never smile like that.
I took his hand and followed behind Bokuto. It has always been like this, me hiding behind Bokuto as if I was his shadow. When we were little, a lot of kids hated him for that reason. Bokuto didn’t make many friends because of his large presence. The other kids would say Bokuto hogs the spotlight. I never believed that to be true.
Being Bokuto’s shadow has never been easy. It means I have to help him stay in the spotlight. Whether it’s grades or motivation. When we were younger, Bokuto would often get discouraged and not want to try. I was the only person who could motivate him to try again.
Now, times have changed. Now Bokuto is motivating me to move, even as his shadow.
Bokuto put down his items in front of the female cashier. The woman tilted her head to look at me, noticing how I was hiding from her. “We would like to buy these.” Bokuto stated. He had on his normal smile, but his voice was lower than usual.
The woman snapped out of her thoughts and nodded to Bokuto. She scanned the food in front of her, taking a few glances at me as she did. I kept my eyes on the back of Bokuto’s head, “when did you learn how to cook?”
Bokuto tilted his face towards me, “well when I was young. My sisters made me, so it wasn’t my choice.” Bokuto laughed.
I almost forgot about Bokuto’s siblings. He as two older siblings, making Bokuto the baby of the family. Bokuto is the only man in the house since his father passed away when he was young.
“Can we talk about them during dinner?” I asked, keeping my focus on my long-lost best friend. Bokuto blinked a few times, “of course!”
The woman handed Bokuto two bags, “H-have a nice day!” The woman shouted as we left the store.
I sighed in relief once we left, which Bokuto picked up on. “You know she was only looking at you because she was interested in you, right?” His comment caught me off guard. My head shifted to meet his eyes, but Bokuto stayed looking ahead. His lips were pressed into a straight line as his golden eyes lingered on the stranger in front of him.
“W-what do you mean?” I question with a hint of nervousness.
“I mean you’re beautiful Akashi.” Bokuto tilted his head and looked at me. “And everyone knows it.”
The rest of the walk was silent. I was torn between blushing from Bokuto statement or over analyzing it. So, I did both in silence. My whole body felt so awkward, especially my face. It was warm and stung with embarrassment.
Everyone? What does he mean by everyone? I wasn’t aware of this! Does that mean… Bokuto think so too? Does Bokuto think I’m beautiful?
As a child I developed feelings for Bokuto, and I can tell that they were coming back. When we were younger, Bokuto felt the same way. It was adorable puppy love. But now, is different.
When we stepped inside the apartment, Bokuto began to cook. I watched as the man focused on what ingredients go where. He smiled at me when he realized I was staring, “My sisters love this dish. Though it is not the healthiest.” Bokuto said, making the plates.
He placed the bowl down in front of me. Steam rose in the air as the smell of fresh chicken filled my nose. The noodles looked creamy and well done, the sight almost made me drool. “Fettuccine Alfredo.” The words made my stomach growl as I uttered them.
Bokuto chuckled, “eat up!”
Both of us ate and Bokuto talked. He talked about both his sisters, Ai who is the eldest, and Megumin who is the second eldest. He talked about how scary Ai can be and how energetic Megumin can be. I have heard most of this information before, but I paid attention to every detail.
“Ai and Megumin have super important jobs!” Bokuto exclaimed with a proud grin.
“And what would those be?” I asked while putting my plates in the sink.
“Well they both work in law enforcement.” Bokuto answered. He trotted around his kitchen to put his dish away. I started washing the dishes as he continued. “They may or may not be in the FBI.”
“Oh, that’s interesting.”
“I said may not.”
“Yes, yes may not.” I nodded along.
“but they are!” Bokuto exclaimed. I could tell he is proud of his sisters and looks up to them. I found it cute.
After another half hour of talking, Bokuto walked me home. He talked more about his siblings, and I listened along. When we got to my apartment, Bokuto switched the subject. “I had fun Akashi, thank you for helping me study.” I wanted to mention that we didn’t do much studying, but Bokuto spoke again. “I know I can be a pain at times, and I don’t pay much attention.-“
“I had fun.” Bokuto froze from my words. He then grew wide eyed from my smile, “let’s do this again tomorrow, Bokuto.”
The gray-haired man stayed quiet and speechless. I bowed a bit before going inside my apartment and slowly closing the door.
Third pov
Bokuto walked back home, still slightly shocked from Akashi’s words. He had fun? Sometimes it’s hard to tell what Akashi is thinking and feeling. Often, Bokuto feels as if he annoys Akashi. But his smile, it was genuine.
It was not just Akashi’s words, but the rare smile that played on his lips when he said it. It made Bokuto freeze up without any warning.
He let the image dance around in his mind, making his own smile grow. When he walked into his apartment, he was greeted by a very familiar face. “Oh, hey Kuro.” Bokuto waved before placing his keys on the counter.
Kuro picked up his head with left over noodles hanging from his mouth. “Hey bro.” Kuro said, slurping up the noodles.
“How was Kenma’s?” Bokuto smirked, taking a seat in his reclining chair. Kuro rolled his eyes and continued eating his noodles. Once he swallowed, he spoke, “how was your date?”
Bokuto puffed out his cheeks, “it was not a date.” He claimed, crossing his arms over his chest. Once again Kuro rolled his eyes, “Kenma told me you’d say that.”
“What else did Kenma say to you?” Bokuto’s playful smirk appeared again as he patted his friend’s shoulder. Bokuto has been friends with Kuro since his first year of middle school. That is when his volleyball accident happened. “Nothing that concerns you.” Kuro bit back. He does not like where this conversation was going, so he switched the subject.
“What did you two do while I was gone? I hope nothing too messy.” Kuro observed the blush blooming on Bokuto’s cheeks with a smile. “Dirty minded as always.” The best friend shook his head in fake disappointment.
“I am not dirty minded! We just studied, maybe you should start.” Bokuto pouted.
Kuro put his hand over his heart and gasped, “I study!” Bokuto laughed at the statement, which made Kuro laugh as well. “So… what’s his name?” Kuro placed his plate on the ground and put all his attention on his best friend.
“His name is Akashi!” Bokuto said proudly. Kuro’s lips parted, but no words came out. His face stayed neutral as a lump formed in his throat. “How long have you known him?”
“A few weeks but we have grown close! He might take your spot as my best friend!” Bokuto laughed. Kuro didn’t laugh though, he looked away from Bokuto and gave a bitter smile. “Yeah well, you never know.”
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“Misty Meets, the Valued Rocks and Seas”
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“Wait, it’s about to rain?” I can vaguely remember saying something similar to those impulsive thoughts, as I look up into the gray skies and those monotoned clouds steadily sailing in mid-air. I felt the raindrops on my face—the mix of awe and worry from my father, mother, and sister who were about to trek on those rocky grounded fields of the wild Yehliu. The other visitors, whose language I could not understand, fiddled through their belongings. They opened umbrellas and covered themselves in pastel-like colored jackets, transparent in design, as I observed their casual clothing for a supposed sunny adventure. This was about to be one of the greatest family travels out of the thousand places I’ve visited—one that was like no other.
Welcome to 𝙔𝙚𝙝𝙡𝙞𝙪 𝙂𝙚𝙤𝙥𝙖𝙧𝙠 𝙞𝙣 𝙏𝙖𝙞𝙥𝙚𝙞, 𝙏𝙖𝙞𝙬𝙖𝙣! For this article, I’d like to tour you around one of the most memorable and breathtaking travel destinations that my family and I visited during our second vacation in Taiwan. To be honest, the Chuas loves to stroll around new locations together—whether we linger the Pearl of the East, or the rest in the Heart of Asia. Whenever there is time to escape from the world of academics, we break out from that comfortable 3D box to walk to the outskirts of recreations, entertainment, and sights to behold. Dad, who was always our captain on the steering wheel of our adventures, would schedule the perfect itineraries during our summers. Mom tends to take pictures and post mementos of our times together on Facebook—as my sister and I enjoy the blissful moments noted in our own book of life.
This geopark, however, gave a different kind of atmosphere to our typical visits. The humidity has been thickening and the cold crisp air swept through the open area. A geopark is molded by nature’s wonders. There are no futuristic buildings, leaning towers, nor brilliant inventions of men standing uproot, rather, jaggy rocks and murky land persists in this long-cape landscape. It has 1,700 meters of earth carved from top to bottom—shaded by bland hues of brown and green. However, such a scenery cannot be underestimated just because there is nothing but bumpy stones, flimsy pathways, and barren holes on the crust. This is the sole reason why it is visited, for Yehliu Geopark is not only a tourist attraction, but also a habitat for rich ecological resources and thriving fishing communities. The entirety of Yehliu’s cape runs through a sea—yes, you read it right, a 𝙨𝙚𝙖𝙨𝙝𝙤𝙧𝙚 of soothing waves that compliment the greenery of the mountains above.
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Do you know the story of how Yehliu Geopark became to be in its present form? Each rock and stone structure in this site has its own character, as if they are interacting with one another. The locals here in Yehliu witnessed how nature refined itself with its own miracles. Hence, they are also the ones who shared the geopark’s origins to tourists like us. The landscape was crafted by marine erosion, because it so happened that the seashore’s layer is made out of limestone. Because of the scientific method of weathering and movement by the Earth, the limestone crumbled over time—dissolving slowly by the seawater bashing itself into land. It resulted into those eerie, yet interesting sea-water eroded holes on the ground. What’s even more amazing is the fact that because of the flurry winds, blinding sunrays, salty water, harsh rains, and dreadful northeastern monsoon paths, the rocks gained identity and almost became celebrities due to their unique figures.
It is truly a work of God, that these elements who continuously burdened stones to rapidly change and adapt to the impact they cause, made them into what they are today. It is like humans, who also tolerate, endure, and persevere from pain to transform into better people—tested by time, yet surviving with resolve. The day my family and I visited the geopark, the rain drizzled from the heavens. There was the thought that I could slip over wet ground and plunge into the sea if I was not careful, but looking around, I figured that this peaceful nature will not allow anyone to be taken by its mystical works. It embraces you, like there’s nothing to be scared about. Instead, it greets you hello with open arms—wanting us to continue our plans despite the misty dewdrops.
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ㅤㅤ ㅤㅤㅤ❝ bridge to terabithia. ❞
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The chilly atmosphere was actually quite relaxing, especially when nature desires its visitors to breathe for a while after an industrious environment in the urban society. My family and I walked with our umbrellas on our heads with smiles on our faces—the waves from the sea yearning to approach us, only being stopped by the sturdy ground that we walked on. If ever you visit Yehliu Geopark, you must get ready to meet some of the rocks in this travel destination! There are candles, mushrooms, a cute princess, that arch-shaped gorilla, some kind of marine bird, ice cream, tofu, and the main attraction: the Queen’s head. Just like the other tourists, we did not hesistate to take home souveniers of our adventures from the unwinding views we’ve seen. Even though more than 1,000 meters is a big horizon to explore, we walked around—hoping to spot more rock formations.
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ㅤㅤ ㅤㅤㅤ❝ uniting the cynosure’s roads. ❞
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Imagination is what created those rock formations’ attributes and parts in this still story of Yehliu. If you have tons of imagination of both the possible and impossible, then your sightseeing will be plenty of fun to commit to! The 𝙈𝙪𝙨𝙝𝙧𝙤𝙤𝙢 𝙧𝙤𝙘𝙠𝙨 are like little children sitting on the seashore, except they were not just two but 180 of them all together in one area. After stepping with caution across the slippery rocks, you will notice a familiar figure that looks like a woman with a large headdress. She wears it with all honor and responsibility as the star of Yehliu. Oh! You guessed it, we found the 𝙌𝙪𝙚𝙚𝙣'𝙨 𝙃𝙚𝙖𝙙! We captured a shot with her hazel beauty which you can see in my cover edit. Mission accomplished, now let’s look for the other rock characters, shall we?
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ㅤㅤ ❝ ephemeral angst, nefarious epiphany. ❞
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After walking for a while over bridges and stairways that connect the geopark together, we discovered the 𝘾𝙖𝙣𝙙𝙡𝙚 𝙧𝙤𝙘𝙠𝙨. They were soaked in sea-water, so its usual beige color like all the rocks we’ve seen so far has dimmed to pitch black. Though, you will be surprised that they are shaped like short candles—with their wicks sticking out in the middle, as if it has already melted deeper into its center. According to the brochure we held before entering the tourist spot, these rocks were originally ball-like concentrations with softer surfaces, before they were completely scoured off. So, that must be the magic of Yehliu, huh?
Then, we noticed an unique rock formation that was not documented on boards or printed material by the management. It was like an animal, laying down on a rock—resting with pride and confidence. I wanted to call this the 𝙇𝙮𝙣𝙭 𝙧𝙤𝙘𝙠, because it looks like a feline who is about to hunt, perhaps the marine bird from meters away. It’s not the official name of the rock formation, though, I felt closer to it when I made the connection. I felt chills all over my body when I heard the tiny pitter-patters hit my navy blue umbrella. It was definitely a fateful encounter—the calm rain, the rushing of the sea ridges, and a new found friend. When you come over to Yehliu, do say hello to Lynx for me! I terribly miss her, after all these years that I haven’t picked up my suitcase for another trip.
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ㅤㅤ ❝ the serendipity of tranquil encounters. ❞
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There is apparently an anecdote documented in Yehliu’s history about a certain fisherman, namely “𝙇𝙞𝙣 𝙏𝙞𝙖𝙣𝙯𝙝𝙚𝙣.” In 1964, a group of students were visiting the scenic charm of the rocks and sea, when one of them unintentionally fell into the sea. Without thinking twice, Lin Tianzhen showed his courage and jumped into the raging sea to save the helpless pupil. Sadly, none of them were able to come back to shore alive—devoured by the depths of the salt water, unaware of its crime. When the news came to the attention of President Chiang Kai-Shek, the first president of Taiwan, he quickly ordered for a monument of Lin Tianzhen to be built in Yehliu. That’s why if you would see a marble sculpture of a man in baggy pants, that is the heroic fisherman in the stories of the locals here.
Throughout the rest of the adventure we’ve challenged to carry on despite the moist surroundings, we faced the 𝘾𝙪𝙩𝙚 𝙋𝙧𝙞𝙣𝙘𝙚𝙨𝙨 and her adorable figure, like she was posing her bent head to the camera. We found the arched-shape 𝙂𝙤𝙧𝙞𝙡𝙡𝙖 𝙧𝙤𝙘𝙠, who stood still, yet to our surprise, it was a literal arch! You can see the Gorilla in one angle if you do it correctly, though, you could also look at it in another angle to realize that it has a hole through its structure. We raised our peace signs in eagerness of the enticing discovery while the camera flashed. The 𝙄𝙘𝙚 𝙘𝙧𝙚𝙖𝙢 𝙧𝙤𝙘𝙠 and 𝙏𝙤𝙛𝙪 𝙧𝙤𝙘𝙠𝙨 made us hungry, because they looked like actual food enlarged and hardened in their positions—though, of course, they never expired! I could imagine that famous Taiwanese ice cream brand scoop on that jar-like rock, and the dream of tofu soup, for the Tofu rocks laid in two rows within the middle of the sea.
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ㅤㅤ ❝ a pluviophile soaked in hyperborean aqua. ❞
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Since we were hungry, we looked for a place to fill our tummies to satisfaction. Thankfully, Yehliu Geopark still has facilities to accommodate tourists’ basic needs. A visitor’s center is established for dining, renting of wheel chairs & baby strollers, and inquiries of guests to the staff of the geopark. You can also ask for assistance from the friendly tour guides of the travel destination—if you are able to speak in Chinese, that is! Don’t worry—they are able to understand and speak basic English. Just make sure to pack your skills in speaking the foreign language if you’d like to talk more with the locals here, then! They also have a nursing station & lost and found section in the center in case of emergency or urgency, which is useful for scenarios such as the unexpected rain when we visited.
Because Yehliu Geopark takes care of the reefs and water ecosystems nurtured in their location, they also have a oceanpark in the geopark! It is called “𝙔𝙚𝙝𝙡𝙞𝙪 𝙊𝙘𝙚𝙖𝙣 𝙒𝙤𝙧𝙡𝙙,” though we were not able to spend time taking a peak into the realm of sea creatures and corals freely living in the pictures of exhibits. There are diving performers in the oceanpark, too, that make visitors astounded by their splendid act. Oh, and how can we not forget the souvenier shop for merchandise from Yenliu Geopark? It’s always great to show your loved ones how much you enjoyed Yenliu, its stories, and the sights you’ve seen! It also supports the geopark’s operation, so that it can continue its goal and mission to keep sharing the wonders of this valued scenic area by the Heart of Asia.
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ㅤㅤㅤ❝ iridescently frozen in an ethereal epoch. ❞
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There are also many earthy figures here that were molded by weathering. They are known as “𝙃𝙤𝙣𝙚𝙮𝙘𝙤𝙢𝙗𝙚𝙙 𝙧𝙤𝙘𝙠𝙨,” that possess an artistic style like that of a solidified sponge. Through these rock structures, Chinese culture is shown—an example being the “𝟮𝟰 -𝙛𝙞𝙡𝙞𝙖𝙡-𝙥𝙞𝙚𝙩𝙮 𝙝𝙞𝙡𝙡” that presents the importance of superiority and inferiority relationships to Chinese people. The hill of rocks have 24 men-like figures standing nearby each other, revealing a picture of hierarchy based on the positions of each men.
Additionally, the geopark has fossils scattered across its long cape. We only found this urchin fossil in the picture above, plaqued like a prized possession with the proud mark of Taiwanese tourism. The words, “Tai Power,” reminded me of the rest of the adventures that my family and I had in the warmth of this country. Even though the distress comes, it fades away with the power of bonds to go against the negativity to be refined everyday—that’s Tai Power, the ability to touch hearts wherever you are right now!
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ㅤㅤ ㅤㅤ❝ petrichor at selcouth midday. ❞
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Before I forget, if you’re looking for extreme activities, you can try tracking down the caves of Yenliu that were also crafted by nature’s power. They are placed in spots that are hard to reach by visitors—including me and my family who did want to risk getting harmed. Do try it out, however, if you’re looking for the thrill! There are other rock formations to uncover in Yenliu Geopark aside from the ones we were able to locate. You can trace down the footprints of a fairy in the 𝙂𝙞𝙣𝙜𝙚𝙧 𝙧𝙤𝙘𝙠𝙨 and notice the 𝙁𝙖𝙞𝙧𝙮'𝙨 𝙎𝙝𝙤𝙚 was left behind before it has taken flight again. The locals here believe in a legend that this fairy sent by the Jade Emperor, from Taoist beliefs, cursed a turtle elf who troubled the seas and caused many shipwrecks back in the day. So, if you see white smoke coming from the mountains, locals will exclaim that the turtle elf is taking its last breath. It’s a motivating tale to conclude this article, and our visit to the geopark.
Most importantly, I’d like to remind everyone who plans to visit Yehliu Geopark to obey and respect the guidelines given by the management of the landscape, as well as the North coast and Guanyinshan National Scenic Area Administration! If you observe red warning lines on the ground, do not pass that zone—always stay on the path, because it is for our own safety. Let’s 𝙥𝙧𝙚𝙨𝙚𝙧𝙫𝙚 𝙖𝙣𝙙 𝙥𝙧𝙤𝙩𝙚𝙘𝙩 these astonishing wonders offered to us by the beloved nature we owe daily. We need nature, but nature does not need us. We should not touch nor damage these creations of Mother Earth. Climbing & tagging on the rock formations, smoking, biking, wading, swimming, fishing, littering, or disturbing the plants in the location is strictly prohibited! Otherwise, you might need to pay for a fine when caught.
Our duty to look after Yehliu Geopark, while saving the environment in our own way, is for the sake of the next generations whose imagination will also be aroused by these treasured beings and narratives of this place. The staff would like more people to enjoy the unique scenery it offers to the world. The rock structures in this geopark are still actively developing and dynamically changing with the tides of our times today. So, it is only rightful if we give them the same amount of growth they need, as much as we do.
At the end of the day, the trip I had in Yehliu wasn’t too bad at all! It was beautiful, stunning scenery to keep in my memories as I move forward to the present. Through my travel to Yehliu Geopark, we were able to unveil the mist and take a glimpse of the true colors of ordinary rocks and common seas. We got to know many stories of still stones, and the amazing people who make the geopark the apple of the eye for more tourists. A part of nature—to witness its ability and wonders through an alleviating journey to find peace—Yehliu Geopark can surely be described that way. If you’re interested in travelling to Taiwan, Yehliu Geopark is a tourist spot that you absolutely must consider in your own bucket lists! Maybe not now while the pandemic is still ongoing, but someday, hopefully! I’d love to hear your own experiences in visiting the geopark in the comments!
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Yehliu Geopark is open from 8 AM to 5 PM. One entry ticket costs 80 NTD or New Taiwan dollars for one adult tourist. On the other hand, kids aged 6 to 12 can avail an entry ticket half its price. In the Philippines, 80 NTD is 139.54 pesos, while 40 NTD is 69.77 pesos, as of June 15, 2021. However, you can get a 20% discounted group ticket if you are a group of 30 or more people. The geopark is located in the Heart of Asia—Taiwan! Its exact address is No. 167-1, Kantung Rd., Yehliu, Wanli, New Taipei City, Taiwan.
If you are already in Taiwan, you can get to Yehliu Geopark either through bus or car. There are four routes that you can choose from if you will ride on a bus. Meanwhile, if you choose to arrive at the geopark by car, there are five dispatch options that are possible to use, depending on your starting point. You can check this link for more information regarding a planned trip. Safe travels, and thank you for reading! Let’s meet again in another blog where my fantasies become realities! A Nikki reminder: find passion in your work, and you’ll never tire from it! See you!
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tagged by @taeyongtime to do the 'describe your bias using vibes' game! i'm so sorry i never do tags because i keep forgetting them :( but as long as this one is still on my mind ;; (i'm ot21 for nct but ig i'll just do the ones that come to my mind first) i stan too many peeps so i'll just do some boy groups lol.
tagging: @jaextapose @amourpcy and whoever else wants to do it !! (i am pitiful and friendless lmao)
vernon is finding the perfect song for the perfect mood, head bopping, dancing really close but never quite touching. not having the courage to flirt so smiling with your eyes instead, tuning a guitar in the back of an empty garage, being comfortable in your own skin. old jeans and new sweatpants and shared hoodies. zoning out. retro, vinyl, timeless music, mustard and maple and wooden walls. shy but loud smiles, cheek kisses when you least expect them. taking everything in stride. fitting in the last piece of a puzzle. the sturdy rock in the middle of a rough sea. a perfect fit.
taeyong is standing in a candy store and having hours to pick out your favorites, sticky fingers and nose bumping and giggles. shades of pink and pale pastels. strawberry jam and plushies, holding the back of someone's neck when you kiss them, wrapping up in blankets like a burrito, creaking floorboards in a quiet attic and the quaint little café down the street. absolute faith. being ready to sacrifice anything for the one you love.
minho/lee know is knowing smiles, quiet support, little quips when you pass someone on the way to the kitchen. witty remarks, making fun of people together, leaning your head against the crook of their neck. secret winks, cat ear headbands, scarves, colors of autumn and mute blues and gray hues. unassuming wisdom. nipping teeth. eye rolling. refusing to hold hands, but brushing your knuckles against the other's anyway. always being there, whether to help or provide fond, snarky remarks.
taehyung is playing with fingers. low leather couches and expensive clothes, drawstring trousers and plain colors, stark blues and white and beige and brown. watchful eyes. curling hair, paint-splattered hands and t-shirts. slow, sensual movements. knowing exactly what you're doing when you bite your lip. slow smiles. languorous kisses. brushing your lips against earlobes and jawlines. the smell of coffee brew. pizza, surprisingly. loyalty. an ache of freedom in your chest. independence, unpretentious art. nostalgia.
baekhyun is sly winks, big grins, living loud and happy. pulling someone up to dance to an rnb tune in the kitchen, honeyed voices and fluttering kisses along your cheekbone. growing up but never losing that childish streak. watching the city move at night. meeting an enigmatic stranger in a bar. sharing hidden places. cargo pants and ringless hands. afterglow. caring looks, being obvious on purpose. obnoxious laughs. never shying away from adventure. sunroofs and closing your eyes. blind trust.
mark lee is video games and nacho-stained hands and wide eyes. the sparkle of something new, biting your lip in excitement. being unable to hold in your laughter. customized headphones, whooping, seeing good in everyone, trying to act aloof and failing. pretending to be brave during horror movies. tiptoeing at night. slipping into bed and spooning under the covers. tip of the nose against nape of the neck. blowing on your hands to keep them warm. forehead kisses and reassurances even when you're scared. honesty.
yangyang is playfulness and kittenish touches, curling your fingers in air and rolling over like a puppy, impromptu dance breaks when hearing a new song and freestyling to random things. stupid pranks and baking bad cookies. licking the frosting off the cake. scooping up big chunks of ice cream. stealing food. explosive moods, neon lights, a wave of euphoria at the strangest moments. pure, unadulterated adoration, and maybe a little puppy love.
kang taehyun is groaning to hide a smile, burying your head in a book, not knowing how to react to a joke. perfect calm, absent-mindedly brushing hair away from their forehead, making sense. being the only one who's not onboard with the plan but getting roped in anyway, road trips and starry skies and letting out a woah when you see a beautiful painting. quiet but supportive. knowing the ins and outs of someone. being impatient but waiting anyway. being the smart one but not knowing how to initiate a kiss. then kissing you anyway.
#i really really enjoyed this#thank you for the tag <3#remind me that i need more mutuals...#lol#tags
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“Color wheel but make it a date”
There are times where I paint my days yellow by simply waking up an hour early before my alarm, or taking a moment to listen to my favourite song that I kept playing on repeat for over a week. I want to describe my torquoise moments where I am simply not in a hurry for a ride to school, when I can share silence with people yet still feel their warmth next to me, or be able to talk about the most random stuff that materializes in my head. It is wild, having the whole world feel so small yet very hard to grasp--being in places where they give you all the unimaginably beautiful shades that it sometimes feel ridiculous, where every place makes you see all purples and blues. Since all these can be overwhelming at times, I decided that today I am gonna put Ivory in my homey, little, bubble.
Have I told you that roads looks more prettier when it is raining? That pink skies brings the non-existing Wisteria trees beside me, and that the earth smells ten times better without all the dry, boring and scorching heat? I stepped out of my car and headed straight to this Diner that is 15 minutes away from the motel that I had booked around 6 hours ago. Stepping inside, I instantly felt the '50s: the tiles are in black and white, chairs and sofas chosen to be red and cream white, counters and tables are painted bright red as if to make a contrast. I ordered and seated myself at the far end of the diner noticing every single piece that makes it stand out from the typical restaurants in the city. I felt the leather seats, looked at the vinyl library just near where I am situated, listened to Paul Anka, Elvis Presley, and Connie Francis' greatest hits. Just a few steps from the entrance before the counter are 3 mini classic arcades where you can actually go back in time and play Donkey Kong, Pac-Man, and Space Invaders (classics!)--there are even paintings of Marilyn Monroe, Madonna, Frank Sinatra, and numerous actors and musicians that suggests how personal this place is for the locals. Being here meant all the calm and simplicity--but also passion, it is red and beige.
It took me less than I counted before I arrived at the motel. I enjoyed crappy television for a while until I got tired of the usual recycled scripts in dramas and awful acting so I lay in bed thinking "why the hell am I given a single shrank pillow?" and then, I appreciated how being here proposes having a single bed, a small night stand painted white like every other thing in the room, and a small pot of cactus. Well, for the record I am gifted with this Jupiter designed LED strip light that hung at the left side of the room, to the wall just beside the bed in colour neon green. It lit up the almost empty motel room.
After a few minutes of reading outdated magazines, I lay with my arms below my head, I get to close my eyes and I am pink. I feel the strong bind that most of us lost in this modernity: the tenderness. These days it is about acceptance of the absurd, the relationship without intimacy, the ideals that don't add up to the kind of person that you are, the giving in portions so that you'd avoid feeling empty if nothing works out with the person you have been spending most of your day talking to. As we like mysteries, wouldn't be nice to see the world as something not to be held but looked at? If there are limitless moments like what I have tonight, all the simplicity and precision, will you be my gray and brown?
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Lucien: Sweet Birthday Surprises
It was Lucien’s birthday and I was delighted to have planned a surprise birthday trip for him myself. I was glad to be spending his birthday with him this year since he said that he doesn’t normally celebrate it. I don’t think he told anyone else about his true birthday. It was our little secret. We went to a hot spring for a getaway trip and although the hot springs were very enjoyable, I suggested to Lucien that we take a walk together to view the sights around the hot springs resort town. There was also a nearby park that I wanted to visit.
I was wearing a beige long-sleeved blouse, dark gray plaid skirt, a pink pea coat, black tights, and dark brown boots. Lucien wore a white turtleneck sweater, black plants, a long, beige trench coat, and black dress shoes. We walked together in the park holding hands, strolled through the other parts of the town, and then shopped at a souvenir store afterwards. I bought some souvenirs for Anna, Kiki, Willow, Minor, and several of my other employees.
We spent such a lovely time together on the day of his birthday and soon, it was the last day of our trip. We went home to Loveland as planned, but I had one last little surprise waiting for him once we came back to the apartment building together. I put away my luggage and then started to do some baking since I had already purchased the ingredients beforehand. A couple of hours later, I showed up at Lucien’s apartment with a box in my hand and another little present I had stashed away inside my handbag.
Lucien was surprised to see that I had something else planned so soon after our hot springs trip together, but he smiled and said, “You have prepared so many things for my birthday. My little butterfly has been especially diligent in surprising me.” He opened the box and inside, there was a small tower of cream puffs that had been glazed with matcha or green tea icing on top and I had decorated the cream puffs by piping different little designs of peach blossoms, gardenias, butterflies, and autumn leaves. I had attempted to pipe a design of a red maple leaf on a cream puff, but it looked awful so I decided to pipe just orange and brown leaves. The cream puff fillings were matcha with white chocolate cream, strawberry cream, maple syrup-infused vanilla cream, and Grand Marnier-infused vanilla cream. Next, I pulled out the wrapped gift box out of my handbag. Lucien opened the gift and inside, there was a leather case for his eyeglasses and I had his initials monogrammed on it in the lower right hand corner of the case. Also, there was a small black Moleskine notebook of my handwritten poems. I told him that he could draw little illustrations for my poems if he was interested. Lucien kissed me on the forehead and said, “My birthday has meaning and feels so special because you’re here to celebrate it with me. Thank you very much, my little butterfly. Let’s spend my birthday together like this next year too.”
Then, he whispered teasingly but affectionately into my ear, “You’re wearing the perfume I gifted you last time. It smells even better than I thought it would.” My cheeks and the tips of my ears quickly reddened and I said, “I like wearing this fragrance because you gave it to me of course. It has such charming notes of gardenias, jasmine, and honeysuckle. I think it’s nice that I smell like Garda.” Lucien chuckled a little and then, I leaned forward to kiss him on the lips. We enjoyed eating the cream puffs and I was relieved that finally, all of my plans for Lucien’s birthday were successfully completed. Thus, Lucien and I enjoyed an especially intimate and romantic weekend celebrating his birthday together.
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