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[mattrodriguezmylife]

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[cavillkingdom]

‘One in a million.’

Part 2

Note: I decided to write the Platinum's events happening from Raleigh's point of view, so it'll definetly have dialogues from the original story. I hope you like it.

Part 1

M!Raleigh x MC (Juliet Evans/Angel)

Rate: G

Words count: 2252 words.

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Another day at the backstage of One in a Million, Raleigh would never admit it, but he was enjoying himself as he watched the team trying to catch any moment of intimacy between the mentors and their contestants. While he tuned his guitar against a wall, far of prying eyes, he saw Juliet and Avery hugging, kissing as they waved bye-bye to the cameras.

“That's enough mugging for the camera. Juliet and I have got some work to do.” Avery stopped the camera man in the middle of his sentence, in a sweet way that only Avery Wilshere could do.

Raleigh put down his guitar and approached the duo.

“Back in the ring, huh?” He smiled.

“Nothing more than she can handle. Isn't this right, Juliet?” Avery smiled big to Juliet.

“If I can tackle these cameras, I can tackle this mentorship session.” She answered excited.

“That's the spirit. It's all about making the press work for you.” Raleigh said smiling as he greeted some fans who were nearby as the cameras tried to keep up with him. He had fun with that, had fun watching as they ran after him like crazy. He couldn't help to look back at Juliet, who watched his every move and laughed nonchalantly.

He approached again as Juliet and Avery talked to Fiona Syed, Avery's publicist. He got involved into that chatter and Juliet managed to push Avery and Raleigh to a possible collab.

“You barely know me and there you are, giving me a hard time.” Raleigh laughed shaking his head.

“First of all, you were the one who decided to joke about it. I just gave my opinion.” She said as she smiled slyly to Raleigh. “Second, a collab between the two of you? Oh, come on, Raleigh, I can practically see it at the top of the charts right now.” She said as she laughed. “It'll be the best of both worlds.”

“There's one hell of a chance that mothers stop loving you, Avery.” Raleigh considered and Avery laughed in surprise.

“Don't worry about it. That's very much impossible.” Juliet assured. “They'd probably choose to believe that his good manners and golden boy's ways would just be a good influence on you.”

“Oh, geez... If that's the case, I'm already sorry for them.” Raleigh said immediately.

“Keep tellin' yourself that, Carrera. You may fool all those people out there, but I'm getting to know you better than that.” She smirked at him and he laughed.

“You wish, Evans.” Raleigh shrugged and Juliet laughed.

“Well, we have to go now." Avery spoke as he laughed at the conversation. “We'll see you later, Raleigh.”

They both said goodbye and left Raleigh behind. He continued to socialize with some fans and then he found a spot where he could stay hidden from absolutely anyone trying to find him. Juliet was a constant thought, much to his own dissatisfaction.

Sometimes he found himself thinking about the way she interacted with everyone, always smiling, always making positive comments, but at the same time, she was a little bit snarky and sassy. She was fun and, not to mention, hot as hell. She was always seeing the best on everything, he tried, but he couldn't ignore the fact that she got to see beyond his barriers so easily that could be annoying.

And there were only two days since the day they've met.

“She barely knows me. It won't take long until she's just another one in the infinity list of people who have been disappointed on Raleigh Carrera.” He thought sighing as he strummed the strings on his guitar.

“Oh, damn!” She said as she stopped halfway. “Sorry, I've thought that there was nobody in here.” She apologized as she turned around facing the way she came from.

“No, wait!” Raleigh called her making her turn to face him again. He realized something was wrong. Every time they bumped into each other, Juliet was always positive, but at that moment, it was as if a dark cloud hung over her head. “What’s wrong?”

“There's nothing wrong.” She answered quickly and he laughed.

“Ok, kitten, you're gonna have to do better than that to get me convinced.” He arched an eyebrow and she stared at him for a few seconds before she sighed loudly. “So are you going to tell me what's wrong or I'll have to guess?” He asked and she gave him a tired smile.

“Why do you care?” She asked, the smile still playing on her lips. Not even he knew why, but it was strange to see her that way.

“Well, you're always butterflies and rainbows at all times. It's so weird to see you in this full ‘doom and gloom' mode. I just got curious.” He responded with a shrug and she let out a laugh.

“Oh, Carrera... You do care.” She smiled mockingly.

“That's why I don't ever deal with people.” He rolled his eyes and she laughed out loud.

“Yeah, right.” She mocked.

“Ok, kitten, you're going to lunch with me.” He informed before she could deny or accept anything. “And get ready to taste the best deep-dish pizza you'll ever have.” He guaranteed.

“Isn't this a Chicago thing?” She asked with a frown.

“You can trust me to found any food at any place.” He laughed smugly. “Don't ask too much, Juliet. The best things in life aren't explainable. You just have to enjoy.” He said and she laughed nodding.

“Fine.” She agreed. “But lunch is on you.” She said receiving a frown from him. “What? You're rich and I just quit my job. Suck it up, Carrera. You're paying for it.”

“Where did I get myself into?” He sighed dramatically, receiving a wry look from Juliet.

They went to a nearby restaurant, Raleigh ordered and asked to wrap up for taking. Raleigh and Juliet walked together to the city park, it was so desert at that time of day. It was mostly visited for teenagers before and after school time and mothers with their babies for their morning walks. They found a great spot under a tree's shadow. They sat there and started to dig into their food.

“That was a great deep-dish pizza.” She admitted and he smiled with his mouth stuffed, making her laugh at him. “Oh, God... You're such a child!”

He swallowed his mouth's content and smiled back at her “Told ya. You should have a little bit more of faith in me, kitten.”

“Why the hell you keep calling me that?” She asked as she looked at him.

“Don’t you know?” He asked her teasingly. She rolled her eyes but smiled after a few seconds.

“Oh, it's ‘cause you think I'm so cute?” She asked blinking her green eyes at him with a sly smile.

“What?” He laughed at her and she smiled bigger.

“Don't deny it!” She commanded and he laughed again.

“Actually, it's because there was a lot of tigers so ready to swallow you alive yesterday and you looked like a tiny little kitten around them.” He said expecting her to bark out a laugh, but her face has fallen apart. “What's wrong?”

She lowered her head shrugring. “It doesn't matter.” She said sighing.

“Oh, come on, Juliet.” He said annoyed. “You know you can tell me.” He didn't even know why he cared about that. He just met her, it's not like they were close enough for him to care.

But he cared, for some reason.

“It's exactly what you said.” She said sadly. “I'm a little fish in the ocean, surrounded by big sharks who are ready to eat me alive.” She looked at him seeming so weak, so insecure. “And right before I saw you, I've founded Fiona and she basically said to me that was very much likely that America wouldn't vote for me. That I needed to have a story to feed them.”

Raleigh sighed as he thought about how Juliet had crossed paths with someone as calculating as Fiona Syed before she was even famous. On the one hand, it was bad. She wasn't used to this fake world of the celebrities, so the truth could be brutal, but on the other hand... He was relieved to know that Juliet would have someone who would not bother to embellish the truth, no matter how bad it was. She would go straight to the point and probably guide her into a, ever-so-practical, path. That would probably make Juliet grow a thick skin.

“See? Kitten.” He said and she glared at him, making him laugh at her. “Come on, Juliet. Look how far you've come! You were at a big ocean yesterday, with tons of sharks ready to devour each other and here you are. You are at the top three. You see yourself as a little fish, but the biggest of the sharks, according to you, went home. Face it, kitten, you are one of the big sharks, deal with it. So, you’ll go back there and you'll ask Fiona what will you do to turn this table. Trust me, if there's someone that can make it happen, this one is Fiona Syed.”

“Are you serious?” She was looking almost offended but he laughed again.

“Dead serious.” He said. “And don't think that I'll make it easier for you. You'll have to earn it.”

“Raleigh Carrera!” She was almost smiling.

“What? I've paid for lunch. Now you'll do whatever you have to do to win this thing.” He said. “Don't let me down, kitten.”

“Will you ever stop calling me that?” She looked at him with an eyebrow arched and he smiled.

“Hell no, kitten.” He laughed and she threw one of the empty pots at him, laughing.

They went back to the building. Juliet went after Fiona and Raleigh went back to avoid all of those people. He believed he had done enough, he just stayed there “just in case". He already talked to the contestants and already flirted for the cameras with, basically, everyone he had to. He was so ready to head home, but before he could dream about it, Juliet busted into the auditorium with a big smile on her face, asking for everyone to follow her.

“What the hell?” He whispered when he got close to her.

“Shush. You'll see in a minute.” She waved a hand dismissively at him.

Everyone followed her to another auditorium nearby. The space had been decorated, there was a dance floor, lots of food and a DJ. Juliet smiled big at Avery and to the cameras.

“That's enough of work. It's time for us to party!” She said receiving excited screams of every one of the crew. Raleigh waited until Juliet talked to everyone and interacted with the cameras before he went to her.

“What's your game?” He asked smiling at her.

“I'm here to win.” She said smiling with such confidence that made Raleigh smile with her once again.

“Aw, shucks... You're growing up!” He mocked as she punched his arm. “But, if you ask me, it's not a great party if the dance floor is so empty.”

“You should be the first to hit it.” She said with a defiant look that made him laugh.

“You are so right, kitten.” He walked from her going into the dance floor. He started to dance the choreography of one of his music videos.

“That's a low blow, Carrera.” She said as he smiled at her.

“What? Think you can't handle?” He asked teasingly and she smiled.

“Well, I don't think we need to keep score.” She said softly, dancing close to him as he smiled big.

“It's like you were reading my mind.” He gave her a sexy smile as he wrapped his arm around her waist. He could see the cameras around as they caught every little movement of Raleigh and Juliet on the dance floor, but for the first time, the cameras weren't making him pissed. He was actually enjoying that. Having her so close, smiling so beautifully at him, totally relaxed as she danced in his arms. He could deal with that. If that's all that he had to do, then he was just fine.

Avery and the rest of the crew joined Raleigh and Juliet on the dance floor. They all danced together and had the best time after the day they had.

“How are you feelin’?” Raleigh asked as he approached Juliet by the buffet.

“So much better!” She said relieved. “And so grateful that Fiona and I could work something that wouldn't make me feel like a complete fraud.”

“Don't worry about it, kitten. You get used to it.” He said with a smirk. “No one in the industry is who they say they are.” Raleigh laughed.

“So, are you telling me that you're not that rebellious, selfish and irresponsible heart breaker everybody knows?” She raised an eyebrow at him. He opened his mouth to answer her, but instead, his mouth was hanged open as he figured out what to say. “Oh, my sweet Lord. Have I made you speechless?” She said with a playful smile on her face.

“Oh, shut up!” He said pushing her arm playfully as she laughed at him. “You’re better dancing than saying that senseless stuff.”

He liked her and he was happy that she had found her pace. He wasn't ready to see her go and he was hoping that this time, where they’ll need to say goodbye, never really comes.

[rookie-ramsey]

Never Say Never, chapter 1

Description: MC struggles to come to terms with her disability as she and Ethan navigate their relationship. Sequel to Worth Any Risk.

Pairing: Ethan Ramsey X Female MC

Rating: T (may vary by chapter)

Word Count: 622

Previous chapter (prologue) When she awoke, it was to a hand brushing against her arm.

“Olivia? Dinner’s ready. I expect you to eat something.”

She stretched and yawned as she sat upright. “I didn’t know you cooked, Mr. Good at Everything.”

Ethan chuckled. “I made chicken alfredo.” When her slender hand slipped into his, he gave it a gentle squeeze and led her to the kitchen. Olivia sat down at the table.

“I’d say it looks good, but… what do I know? It could look like shit for all I know. It smells good, though.”

He snorted. “I’ll have you know that it does not look like shit.”

“Promise?”

“Promise.” Ethan joined her at the table.

Olivia’s fingertips found her fork. She picked it up and took a bite. “Mm. You’re a good cook.”

“What did I tell you?”

“I’ll never doubt you again.” She took another bite. “This is the first time I’ve had an appetite in a week.”

“That’s good. It means you’re recovering.”

They made small talk during dinner. Afterwards, Ethan cleaned up while Olivia entertained Jenner.

“I may have just taken a two-hour nap, but I still feel like I could sleep for a month,” she yawned.

“Of course. You take the bed. I’ll-“

“Not take the couch,” she finished. “If we’re dating, then we can share a bed, Ethan.”

“You’re right. It’s a little hard to get used to,” Ethan admitted.

“I know.” Stifling another yawn, she let Ethan guide her to his bedroom. After brushing her teeth and changing into an oversized t-shirt, she settled on Ethan’s plush queen sized bed.

A few moments later, Ethan joined her. He was only briefly surprised when she immediately snuggled up to him and rested her head on his bare chest. Ethan slipped his arm around her waist, drawing her close.

Even a week later, he couldn’t accept how close he had been to losing her. With the thought coursing through his mind, Ethan found himself awake well after Olivia had dozed off.

Finally he closed his eyes, slowly drifting into sleep.

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“Jacob Bolotin.”

Olivia startled when Ethan’s voice broke the silence. “What?”

“The first known blind person to be accepted into both medical school and the profession. Tim Cordes is another example.”

“So two success stories are supposed to make me feel completely confident about everything?”

Ethan sighed. “I’m just letting you know that even if it’s difficult, it isn’t impossible for you to still be a doctor.”

“I know… and I’ll try,” she agreed. “But you know that I’ll have to be supervised for just about everything, right?”

“Considering I’m your immediate supervisor, I hardly see any reason for me to complain about that.”

Olivia’s lips twitched into an amused smile at that. “Was that an attempt to flirt with me?”

“I think it was a very successful attempt.” Ethan grinned when she scooted into his lap. He wrapped an arm around her waist. In the two weeks that had passed, they had yet to cross the line. Neither of them wanted to rush anything when it came to their relationship. For now, they were both content with gentle caresses and cuddling.

“Well, it got me in your lap, so it must’ve worked.” She brushed her lips against his temple.

Ethan leaned into her and stroked her hair. “How do you feel about going back to work tomorrow?”

“I’m not sure.” She settled her head against his. “I know it’s just part time, but I feel a little overwhelmed. I kinda want to jump right in, and I also want to hide in a closet.”

“Baby steps, Rookie. You’ll get there eventually. The last thing you want to do is over-exert yourself.”

She nodded. “Doctor’s orders?”

“Doctor’s orders.”

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Hope this is somewhat close to what you had in mind @teamdrake27 ^^

[mirdania]

lis tag

I was tagged by @six-foot-five thanks so much sweetie! :)

ilitw

who I'm romancing: I played this book on two devices, on my main one my mc stayed single waiting for noah to become a li.....only to get backstabbed in the end lmao. and on my second device I'm romancing connor.

second choice: I don't really have one

most underrated li: maybe connor? some people seemed to think that he was creepy because he was like 2 years older than mc lmao..... a) that's not creepy and b) he's actually pretty cool

most overrated li: none

least favorite li: even if I wouldn't romance some of them, I love the whole gang so much, so none

who I wish was an li: betrayal and all, noah!

endless summer

who I'm romancing: jake! he's the type of guy I'm attracted to irl, personality-wise

second choice: sean

most underrated li: maybe estela?

most overrated li: I love him, but it’s jake

least favorite li: quinn

who I wish was an li: at first I kinda wanted craig to become a li, but I started shipping him with zahra, so none

bloodbound

who I’m romancing: adrian ♥️

second choice: none, I’m romancing adrian on both devices lmao

most underrated li: none, I think they’re all quite loved, and that’s great

most overrated li: none

least favorite li: even if I only have eyes for adrian, I think all of them are awesome characters, so none

who I wish was an li: easy, bald gaius! lmaooooo kidding

veil of secrets

who I’m romancing: flynn! hope he’s alright btw 😨

second choice: none

most underrated li: it’s kinda soon to tell, but I think none

most overrated li: same ^

least favorite li: none

who I wish was an li: none

perfect match

who I'm romancing: hayden, I freaking designed him after all 😂

second choice: damien, in fact I started romancing him too by the end of the book lol

most underrated li: none

most overrated li: none

least favorite li: none

who I wish was an li: none

the crown and the flame (I played this one quite some time ago…)

who I’m romancing: dom

second choice: probably diavolos, I blame @i-dream-so-i-write lol :)

most underrated li: not sure

most overrated li: not sure

least favorite li: don’t really remember if I had one lol

who I wish was an li: none

the freshman

who I’m romancing: chris, since the beginning!

second choice: I tried romancing zig on my second device, but idk, it didn't prosper lol

most underrated li: probably james

most overrated li: I don’t think there is one?

least favorite li: kaitlyn, I don’t even like her as a friend, sorry 😂 as far as I’m concerned zack is my mc’s bff

who I wish was an li: none, there are too many

lovehacks (I don’t remember some stuff, I played it ages ago lol)

who I’m romancing: mark! he actually reminds me of an ex lmao

second choice: none

most underrated li: don’t think there is one

most overrated li: same

least favorite li: not sure, maybe leah

who I wish was an li: horatio!

hero (can’t answer this one, I only played a couple of chapters when it came out, but it wasn’t my cup of tea ¯\_(ツ)_/¯)

red carpet diaries

who I’m romancing: since every-fucking-thing is behind a paywall and I don’t spend diamonds on this book, I’m not romancing anyone, but I totally would romance matt

second choice: none

most underrated li: not sure, I don’t really pay attention to this book

most overrated li: same ^

least favorite li: same ^

who I wish was an li: same ^ loooooooooooool

the royal romance

who I’m romancing: drake

second choice: maxwell

most underrated li: not really sure, I’m not paying much attention to this book anymore

most overrated li: same ^

least favorite li: liam, he’s just too bland for my taste

who I wish was an li: none

high school story

who I’m romancing: michael

second choice: caleb

most underrated li: not sure, never really cared abt this book

most overrated li: same ^

least favorite li: same ^

who I wish was an li: same ^

I’m not going to answer this for roe nor hfth, because even if I did play them for the diamonds lol, I pretty much don’t remember a thing! thank god for that :)

tagging @pixelberrytrash @nazarihoe @an-indecisives-choice @karenchoices @dandeservestheworld @damiensnazario @teamdrake27 and everyone who wants to do this! consider yourselves tagged :) also feel free to ignore this if you have already done it/aren’t interested

[teamdrake27]

Home "Open Heart" "Choices Fanfic".

Pairing: Ethan x MC.

Author's note: It's been a while since the last time I wrote a fanfiction. I hope I did okay. English is not my mother's language so forgive me if there's some mistakes. 😇💜

- Kate leans closer to him, so close that their lips are almost touching but then she suddenly stops, leaving only an inch between their lips. Ethan breathes in sharply. Every wall he built falling as he aches to taste those lips again.

"How long are you going to resist, Ethan?" He feels a burn inside his chest as he hears his name on her lips for the first time since Miami. He was burning with desire. 

"Come on...kiss me!" She said seductively. 

He was struggling, so much struggling. He wanted this and he knew that he doesn't have that much self control around her to stop himself. 

Just when he leaned to kiss her-

"You're drooling on the documents, Ethan!". 

"Huh?!" 

He jolts awake to find Harper standing infront of him, hands on her hips as she watched him sleep and drool over the documents. He wipes his lips with the back of his hand then rubs his tired eyes in exhaustion. 

"How many times do I have to tell you that you shouldn't work that long?! Look at you! You'll die alone on that chair of yours!". The mention of death reminds him of the condition of his only family, Naveen. He frowns. 

"Thank you for waking me up, Harper" He says putting on his sweater. Even though you interrupted such an amazing dream. 

"Seriously?! That's all you have to say?" She says clearly annoyed. 

"I'm not in the mood for your life facts and lectures, Harper. I'm happy with how I'm living. I'll see you tomorrow" He says as he walks past her outside the office. She sighs frustrated as she walks out of the office to allow him to lock it. 

"Keep telling yourself that, Ethan" She said before leaving him to lock the door. He knew that it was a lie, though he never shows his true feelings and emotions to anyone in this world except two people. Dr. Banerji and Kate. It's probably the hardest days of his entire life. He lost his friend a few weeks ago and now he is losing his only family, Naveen. Not to mention his strong feelings for the new intern that are torturing him day and night, even when he is sleeping. He can't rest at all. He hasn't felt that exhausted in his entire life. But despite all the exhaustion he decided to check on Dr. Banerji before he leaves. Not that exhaustion stopped him before.

Just when he reached the room. He realized that Naveen isn't alone. She was there covering him with the blanket. Tears falling down her cheeks as she stared at the old man lying on his death bed. 

He never saw her crying before. It pained his heart. He knew that she cared deeply for people even when she didn't know them for that long, but her crying was a whole new level. But then he remembered. This is the first time she may lose a patient. Though deep down he hoped not. I won't lose him! 

As soon as she realized someone's watching her, she wiped her tears quickly, swallowing the lump that formed in her throat before she walked out of the room, closing the door quietly behind her. 

"Are you okay?" He asked concerned. 

"Yeah, it's just...he is a really good man, he doesn't deserve this..." she broke down at the end of the sentence as tears rolled down her cheeks. 

"We'll find a way, Kate. Don't give up!" he couldn't help but wrap her in his arms. She needs this, he needs this. Seeing her reacting like that makes him feel weak. She was his rock since the beginning of this. She was the only one who let him believe that this isn't the end. That there's hope. But now he felt like the end is near. She clinched his shirt tightly as she rubbed her face in his chest. He tightens his arms around her as he smells her perfume aroma. This smell. He hadn't smelled it that close and deep since that night in Miami. It sent chills down his spine. He didn't want to ever let go...but he has to...

After a while, they pull away at the same time. He clears his throat adjusting his coat. 

"I know that there's still hope but I just couldn't help it when I saw him...now that I got to know him..." She said avoiding eye contact with him. She felt embarrassed, she doesn't like to cry infront of anyone. No matter what happens to her, she always waited till she was alone to let it all out. Crying always always made her feel like she is so vulnerable infront of people. But then Ethan isn't just any people. She always felt comfortable around him despite his sarcastic remarks. He seemed to understand her more than anyone. And she needed him. 

"It's quite alright, Rookie. We're all human and have our moments of weakness. It's pretty normal" And with that she no longer felt embarrassed. He understands her and knows what to say exactly. 

He felt really happy that she felt comfortable enough to let it all out infront of him. It means a lot to him considering the fact that she always smiles infront of people even when she is hurting from inside. He was good at reading people and that always came in handy for him. He gave her a tired smile before squeezing her shoulder gently. 

They made their way together to the exit as they walked side by side. 

"So...why did you stay that long? It's 2 am!" He asked concerned. 

"I could ask you the same question" She said side glancing at him.

"I was working and I fell asleep!" He admitted blushing slightly. 

"Oh! So you do sleep!" She said amused. 

He rolled his eyes "Yes, Rookie. I'm human not a machine". 

They exited the hospital.

She chuckled "I know, it's just...whenever I come to the hospital, I find you working. No matter what time it is".

"Yeah, I have been overworking myself for the last few months and you know why more than anyone..." He said the last sentence almost as a whisper. 

"I do. But 'you can't save people if you don't take care of yourself'" she said using his words against him. 

He chuckles "You're impossible, Rookie!" He said smiling to himself. No matter in which state he is, she always manages to make him smile and feel better. He never understood how she did it, though that was a part of who she is, and he loved every part of her. 

"I think it's better if I drive today" She said walking to the driver's seat of his car.

"And why is that? What makes you think I'll allow you to drive my car?" He said raising an eyebrow at her.

"You're tired that you may fall asleep while driving so yeah and I'm not asking by the way, Dr. Ramsey!" She said opening the door and getting in the car. 

He shook his head at her as a smirk made its way to his lips. 

"I'm tired, not drunk, Rookie!" He exclaimed but got in the passenger's seat anyway. He knew arguing with her is useless, she is so stubborn. Not to mention, he doesn't have enough power to protest.

He loves this bossy side of her. Everyone who came to Edenbrook always was afraid of him. But she seemed to see everyone for who they really are and he was glad that she did because if she didn't, he wouldn't have gotten the chance to know this amazing woman and spend time with her. She was never afraid of him. He felt like a normal human being around her, which made him feel really comfortable to open up to someone other than Naveen. It was unusual and refreshing. He smiled at the thought. 

The whole ride they sat in silence. Electrified silence that is. Them being alone in a small space always worked them up. Just like when they hid in the supply closet.

When she finally reached his home. Just two minutes walk away from hers, she turned to find him already asleep. He looked so peaceful. Vulnerable. Like a little baby. She got to stare at his face and recognize his features this close for the first time and it was like she is seeing him for the first time. He is so beautiful. She thought to herself. He looked so peaceful that it ached her knowing that she has to wake him up. She reached up and brushed the hair off his forehead gently. She wanted to touch his face so badly and she couldn't help herself as she stroked his cheek gently.

"Ethan?" She said softly. He hummed before he half opened his beautiful deep blue eyes tiredly.

"Wha- what happened?" He said jolted awake when he realized she saw him sleeping. At least I'm not drooling again. He thought to himself.

"You fell asleep" She said softly.

"Oh, I'm sorry. Perhaps you driving was a thoughtful idea" He said smirking slightly. 

She laughed causing the sides of his lips to quiver farther "You might be my boss in the hospital, Dr. Ramsey. But I'm your boss outside of it" she stopped smiling when she realized what she just said. 

"Damn right, you are..." he said in a whisper. They locked eyes and his eyes looked so intense. It was like it takes every single bit of his power not to reach out and touch her. 

She couldn't breath as her heart started beating fast.

"Ethan..." She said softly, leaning a little forward.

He knew in that moment if he allowed himself to give in to temptation, he will not be able to stop himself this time. So he had to hurt her. He clears his throat causing her to look down as her cheeks reddened in embarrassment.

He got out of the car and she followed suit. Their eyes met again as they stood infront of his door awkwardly. She would be mad at him if she didn't see how much he is struggling with pain through his eyes. He is hurting as much as she is.

She smiled sadly at him "I guess I'll see you tomorrow then".

She stepped closer to him, dangerously close that it made his heart beat so fast. Is his dream in the office is becoming reality?

She leaned forward slowly and pecked him softly on the cheek, causing his face to move slightly in her direction.

"Good night, Ethan..." She said softly before she started making her way down the street to her home. Though it didn't feel like she is going home, it felt like leaving it. 

[hellospunkiebrewster]

Five Thing Tag Game

Tagged my the very best of the best: @madaraism (I’ve been meaning to do this) and @alicars (Whose tag reminded me to do it)

The rules: Answer the questions then tag 5 people.

5 Things You’ll Find in my Bag:

1. Baby stuff. (Diapers, change of clothes, toys, sippy cup)

2. Snacks. (For me... but usually for my toddler who yells at me if I’m trying to eat anything.)

3. Random papers and receipts.

4. My notebook and a pen. (I usually write on my phone, and also do work on my phone, but sometimes I like paper... especially for planning)

5. Portable phone charger. (My job requires a lot of on the go connectivity, I’m basically dead in the water with a dead phone)

5 Things You’ll Find in my Bedroom:

1. Bed.

2. Yoga mat.

3. My husband.

4. A couple dogs, usually all up in our business on the bed even though it’s a king bed.

5. A fan, I radiate heat.

5 of my Favorite Things:

1. Ava, my daughter. 😍

2. Vanilla Chocolate Chip Ice Cream.

3. Iced Mochas.

4. My Kindle.

5. Gardening. (It’s that time of year)

5 Things I’m Currently Into:

1. Writing.

2. Choices.

3. Rewatching Gilmore Girls.

4. 13 Reasons Why... Season 2 left me SHOOK

5. OrangeTheory

5 Things on my To-Do List:

1. Cleaning the garage.

2. Cleaning out the inside of our car.

3. Clean the fish tanks and restock them. (One of my clowns died last week... I’d had them forever 😭)

4. Finish up requests/prompts.

5. Bathe the dogs and trim their nails.

5 People: @mfackenthal, @queencatherynerhys, @flyawayblue56, @teamdrake27, @hamulau

[mattrodriguezmylife]

@teamdrake27 @mymandrake @kamybelen-blog @choices-pinacotheca @krish58100 Daniel di tomasso is also wearing brown jacket 😍😍😍😍

[cavillkingdom]

'One in a million'

Part 3

Part 1 | Part 2

Note: I decided to write the Platinum’s events happening from Raleigh’s point of view, so it’ll definetly have dialogues from the original story. I hope you like it.

I am so sorry for taking so long to update this! I had some personal stuff to do, but I'll try to update this more often. Hope you enjoy it!

M!Raleigh x MC (Juliet Evans/Angel)

Rate: G

Words count: 1,639 words

Tag list: @valtorian-duchess @perriewinklenerdie @lovedrakewalker @heauxplesslydevoted @ironsmaug @choicesgirl94 @furiouscloddonutpeanut @teamdrake27 @umiumichan @blackwidow2721 @companion-mala @emceesynonymroll @madaboutchoices @sparesomediamonds @sophrosinn @nikkisha16 @mile9213 @livedinawomansworld @emomoustache @rosaquesalz @dearlavenderwitch @ccolz88-blog @makitokito @lumielikesbooks @grumpyramsey @paidamarceline

Special thanks to @thequeenchoices who keeps helping me with the details of this story! 💕

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After the party was over, everyone went back from where they’ve come. Raleigh was in his hotel room, thinking about everything that happened in the last few hours, how Juliet was feeling so lost, and, after a good talk and the much-needed help from Fiona, she came back throwing Jaylen off her game.

He was kind of happy for her and excited to see what she would do next. He couldn’t wait for what was coming and he felt like something different had grown deep down into him.

Was this… Pride?!

“Get yourself together, Carrera. You don’t even know this girl.” He said to himself as he took his jacket off. He left the jacket on a chair and threw himself in the bed, he was facing the ceiling as his mind kept sending images of Juliet and worried thoughts of how she would do at the stage, airing live to the whole country. “Goddammit! Since when do I care so much about newcomers?!”

At the same time, Raleigh’s phone started to vibe with some new messages. He felt thankful for that, it would be good to think of something else. He watched the screen as notifications of Avery’s messages kept popping on it.

“Geez… Who’s dying?” Raleigh sent laughing alone in his hotel bedroom.

“Sorry to bother you… It’s just… I’m kind of worried about Juliet.”

“And, well, I know you have nothing to do with her, but I’ve noticed she feels a little bit more comfortable talking to you…”

“I don’t mean to impose anything, but…”

“Go straight to the point, Wilshere. You know I don’t bite…” Raleigh sent.

“I’ve just left Juliet’s place. She’s having a hard time with the whole ‘finding-your-story’ thing and afraid to get her hopes up just to see them crashing and burning at the end of everything. I’ve tried to do something different and I think it worked, but… I still think she could use a distraction.”

“How do I fit in this story?” Raleigh asked, but he knew. Deep inside he knew he’d go to her to see how she was doing, after all.

“I’ll send you her address. You’ll decide what you’ll do with it.” Avery said, sending her address right after this.

Raleigh stared to the address on the screen. For the first time in a very long time, he saw someone so worried to be honest and so eager to share with the world the truth inside of her.

Usually, people arrive in the music industry with so many ideas and plans, but they throw everything out in a heartbeat just for a chance in the spotlight, not ever second guessing, never thinking on how much of themselves they’re selling just to please someone else and “give what the industry needs”. He couldn’t judge anyone for this, he was once someone who acted like that before. Someone who had to act accordingly with someone’s idea of what is great and what is a big mistake. Juliet was the first person he saw, in a very long time, who struggled and questioned and had a hard time giving up herself just to fit in.

He knew she would have to compromise something at some point, they all had to give up something, some part of them, but the fact that she cared so much about this, it was one hell of a good sign. It was refreshingly good to be around of someone like Juliet.

“Where am I getting myself into?” He asked himself as he took a deep breath. He stood up, put back his jacket and left the bedroom. On his way to the lobby, he called a car to take him to the place Avery sent.

It was a pretty place, small, but seemed to be really cozy. He rang the doorbell and stand at the porch, waiting for her to answer the door. He heard some footsteps coming from inside as she approached the door. When she finally answered it, she faced him with wide eyes while her mouth hanged open.

“If you don’t close your mouth, a big fly will be able to get into it.” He mocked as she blinked hard.

“I’m sorry, it’s just… What are you doing here?” She asked with a frown.

“If this is how you talk to your friends, we need to change your game.” He rolled his eyes and she laughed softly “There are some people who might be worried about how you’re facing everything.”

“And you’re one of this person?” She asked as she crossed her arms in her chest, with a cynical smile.

“Well… I am here.” He shrugged “So, are we gonna stand here all night or you’re gonna let me in, kitten?”

“There you go with this annoying nickname.” She said as a complaint, but she was smiling big when she stepped back to let him through. He walked in as she closed the door behind them. Raleigh looked around the room, taking in the minimalist decor. It was a charming place, really cozy. He never needed much to feel comfortable in a place.

“How are you feeling about the finals?” He asked turning to face her, shoving his hands inside his pockets.

“I’m trying not to think about it.” she said with a heavy breath “But it’s the only thing in my mind”

“I know how this can be annoying. Ok, let’s think about something else” He suggested and she smiled at him “Do you have anything to eat?”

Raleigh stayed at Juliet’s place for a few hours. They cooked something easy to eat as they talked about random stuff. Nothing related to music or One In A Million. They were getting to know each other and having a lot of fun. That’s what he wanted since the beginning: for her to relax. He knew that this kind of moments would do her a world of good before a big presentation.

“Okay, before I go…” He said as he turned to face her before he walked the front door “I won’t ask you if you trust me because, well, we barely know each other” He said as if it was a dumb idea and she laughed “But you need to listen to what I’ll tell you right now, because, well… I am brutally sincere.”

“Should I be scared?” She raised her eyebrows

“No, you shouldn’t. Not of me or anyone else.” He said looking at her “You should trust yourself and trust the people who are doing everything to help you get there. The only one standing between you and the grand prize, is yourself.”

“Raleigh…” She started, but he shushed her.

“Juliet… You are so damn good! You can do it, you can win that shit and bring the house down, but you are the only one who can get yourself there. So I need you to promise that you’ll do everything in your power to get the first prize!”

“Promise who? You?”

“You’re not going to win for me. You’ll win for yourself. This is a promise you need to make for yourself and no one else.” He said softly as she hugged her own body, looking at her feet “Juliet, you can do it. Everyone can see this. Why can’t you?”

“If I win, will you stop calling me kitten?” She asked and he laughed at her.

“Hell no.” he kept laughing and she joined him “You should get some rest. You’re overthinking it. Tomorrow, all you’ll have to do is to pour your heart out. I’ve heard you’re so damn good at that.”

“You’re being awfully sweet. Should I be scared?” She asked with a funny look at her face.

“Yes. Don’t make me do this again!” He said and she laughed once again “I’ll see you tomorrow. Get yourself some sleep, that should do the trick.”

“I don’t know why you’re doing this, but thanks.” She said as she scratched her neck.

“I don’t want your thanks, I want you to win.” He said and she shook her head smiling shyly.

“Oh, do you? I thought you would give me a hard time” She said laughing.

“I can do both things. Don’t think I’ll go easy on you just because I want you to win.” He said with a smile “You're gonna have to prove me right.”

“That's a lot of pressure.” She said, but she didn't seemed worried. She was looking way more relaxed than he saw her the whole day. “You... Avery...”

“We're the easy ones. We're far too biased.” He joked and she laughed out loud.

“Oh, God...” She said as she covered her face with her hands “Fine. I promise I'll try to relax and be the absolutely best I can be on that stage!”

“Now you're talking!” He said smiling big at her. “Now, go to sleep! I know I'll pass out in the minute I touch my bed.”

“Anyway... Thanks for coming.” She smiled once again.

“Yeah... Don't worry about it. Good night, Juliet.” He said walking away from her and going into the car who was waiting for him.

He saw from the car's window as she waved him a shy good bye.

“I've talked with Juliet... I guess she's feeling a little better.” Raleigh sent the message to Avery.

“Oh, I knew I could count on you.”

“Yeah.. Don't get used to it, Wilshere.”

“I'll pretend I believe you. Anyway, thanks for going there.” Avery sent and Raleigh laughed to himself.

“It was worth a shot. I just hope that's enough.” Raleigh said to himself as he shoved his phone into his pocket, watching the city through the window and thinking if Juliet would be able to stand up and shine at the One in a Million finale. “I’ve done mine, kitten. Now you'll have to do yours.”

[rookie-ramsey]

Worth Any Risk, chapter 2

Description: Shortly after Ethan’s return to Edenbrook, he tries to pick up where he left off as if nothing happened. When MC becomes gravely ill, he is reminded that there some things worth any risk.

My MC is named Olivia House.

The next two hours passed in quiet boredom. Ethan thumbed through a medical magazine, only half-interested. Next to him, Olivia napped peacefully.

He glanced from his magazine when he felt Olivia’s head rest against his shoulder. She was still asleep, oblivious to her actions. His heart stuttered at her peaceful expression, her lips curved into a pout.

Ethan suppressed a sigh. This wasn’t right. He wasn’t supposed to have feelings for his intern. He needed to be her mentor, pushing her to her potential as a doctor. And if he had learned anything in his career, it was that romantic relationships inevitably complicated interactions in the workplace.

Why she reciprocated his feelings, he didn’t know. Even when he walked out of Edenbrook without a wave farewell, she didn’t give up on him. (She gave him an earful he would never forget, but that was in the past.)

Inhaling sharply, he returned his attention to his reading, holding still so as to not disturb her sleep.

When Olivia awoke, she yawned and blinked. Realizing her head was on his shoulder, she straightened up and hoped she wasn’t blushing.

“How long have we been flying?”

Ethan checked his watch. “Three hours down, seventeen to go.”

“Joys of flying around the world.” Olivia put her jacket on and positioned her seat upright.

“I already ate lunch. The flight attendant should be back soon if you want to order anything.”

“I’m fine. As much as I’d like to get more expensive food out of this trip, I’m not very hungry.” She stifled a yawn. “I could use about twenty more naps, though. Maybe even an extra day off when we land?”

Ethan chuckled. “Nice try, Rookie.”

“I thought so.” Olivia sat up straighter and absently rubbed her temples.

The gesture did not pass unnoticed. “Are you alright?”

“I’m fine. Just a bit of a headache.” She rummaged through her purse and found a small bottle of Tylenol. She opened her water bottle and washed down two tablets.

Ethan didn’t miss the way she tightened her jacket as she leaned back into her seat. “You might be coming down with something. It isn’t cold.”

Olivia huffed stubbornly. “Are you a doctor or something?”

He snorted. “Doctors get sick, too. We make the worst patients because we think we’re immune.”

“Maybe.” Olivia perused the lunch menu. When their attendant passed, she ordered a Reuben for lunch.

“Make that two, please,” Ethan added. Their attendant nodded, soon returning with their meal.

A few bites into her sandwich, Olivia felt a twinge in her stomach. Full already, she set her plate aside and sipped her water. “I actually may have picked up something. I’m going back to sleep.”

Concerned, Ethan eyed her closely. “Alright. Let me know how you feel later.”

“Okay. I’ll try to give you a heads up if I think I’m going to projectile vomit.”

“I appreciate that.”

Olivia closed her eyes again, this time deliberately resting her head against his shoulder. Ethan glanced at her with surprise but didn’t move.

Ultimately, Ethan chose to take a nap as well. He was never one to sleep well on flights, so he was awake again within a couple of hours. Olivia still slept, slouched against him.

He frowned when he felt her shiver despite her jacket. He had shed his sweater long ago and felt comfortable, even warm. Worried, he pressed the back of his hand to Olivia’s forehead. Feeling warmth, he frowned deeper. She had taken Tylenol recently enough that her temperature shouldn’t have risen.

“Olivia.” He gently nudged her. “I need you to wake up for a minute.”

Groaning, she blinked, frowning unhappily. “What’d you do that for?” she grumbled, shivering again.

“You’re sick.”

She huffed in annoyance. “I know. I did go to medical school.” Wincing, she shifted uncomfortably in her seat.

“I want to check your temperature.” Ethan always kept the bare necessities in his carry-on, so he handed Olivia a thermometer. To satisfy him, Olivia placed it under her tongue and kept her mouth shut until it emitted a series of rapid beeps.

“101,” she read when she took it out of her mouth. “I guess I picked up the flu in Auckland.”

“Possibly, but I’m keeping an eye on you.” Ethan handed her his sweater. Immediately she put it on, wrapping it tightly around herself. It smelled warm and familiar, making her close her eyes and resist a sigh of contentment. She was tall herself, but the sweater nearly swallowed her, the sleeves hanging past her fingertips.

Adjusting the angle of her seat, Olivia curled up in an attempt to make herself more comfortable.

This time, sleep didn’t come easily.

Chapter 3

Tags: @isabella-choices​ @peekaboochu @foulcroissantknightpalace @teamdrake27 @edgiestwinter @peekaboochu @isabella-choices

[drakewalker8]

About Me! 🤗

Thank you so much for the tag @mariawalkerwrites!! ❤️

name: Shae

nickname: Don’t really have one!

gender: Female 🎀

zodiac sign: Leo

height: 5'3

sexuality: Straight

hogwarts house: I’m not really into Harry Potter but I took a test one time and I got Hufflepuff 😂 It sounded fitting!

dream trip: I really really want to go to Venice one day! So much history behind it and it’s so stunningly beautiful.

average amount of sleep: I sleep too much 🙃 Usually around 10-12 hours or so.

why i made a tumblr: Well I have my own personal tumblr that I’ve had for a very long time but I decided to make a whole new one dedicated to choices because let’s be real... I’m 100% addicted 😂

dogs or cats: Totally cats! Love em

when i made a tumblr: Oh man. My personal one was probably made back in 2010 or 2011 maybe? It was a long time ago. My choices one was made during this past summer I believe. I’m not sure, too lazy to look lol. But I made my choices blog quite a bit after I started playing and now I use it more than my personal one haha

followers: 159. I love all of you thank you so much for following me! I’m really bad at reaching out to people because I’m shy but if you reach out to me I would love to get to know you!! 💕

reason for URL: Well my favourite character is Drake and my favourite number is 8 hahaha pretty simple!

I tag @kamybelen-blog @teamdrake27 @teamdraketrr @jakeymckenzie @jakeftdrake @gingerjane15 @justhedeepsea @endless-jake @endless--choices @mrswalkerwrites sorry if you guys have been tagged already!

[six-foot-five]

A-Z Questionnaire

I just realized @choicessa tagged me this AGES ago after I scrolled down my notification 😭 Thank you so much for tagging me, Victoria! (If you don’t mind me calling you that?) ❤

A: AGE - 20

B: BIRTHPLACE - Indonesia

C: CURRENT TIME -  21:55 WIB

D: DRINK YOU HAD LAST - Water

E: EASIEST PERSON TO TALK TO - My best friends

F: FAVORITE SONG – I have A LOT. 😲 Right now, I’m really in love with A Million Dreams from the upcoming movie The Greatest Showman. 💕

G: GROSSEST MEMORY – I couldn’t remember one right now because I immediately tried to forget it after I experienced it. 😂

H: HOGWARTS HOUSE – Years of being a Potterhead still doesn’t answer this question for me. I took many Sorting Hat quizzes and the results keep changing between Gryffindor and Ravenclaw, and occasionally Slytherin. What do you think would my house be?

I: IN LOVE? … Ehhh. I’m kinda skeptical about it at the moment. 😂 If you mean in love with a fictional character, then YES. I’ve got many fictional boyfriends and husbands, you see?

J: JEALOUS OF PEOPLE? – I mean, I shouldn’t… but sometimes I can’t help it. But I’ll just keep it inside my head and try not to affect me in any way, because I guess that’s just nasty. Or else I’ll turn it into a motivation for me to do good things.

K: KILLED SOMEONE – No.

L: LOVE AT FIRST SIGHT OR SHOULD I WALK BY AGAIN? – Call me delusional but honestly I kinda do believe in love at the first sight. 😆

M: MIDDLE NAME – Dzakiyyah. An Arabic name.

N: NUMBER OF SIBLINGS – One younger brother.

O: ONE WISH – To travel to the UK to continue my study!

P: PERSON YOU CALLED LAST - My mum.

Q: QUESTION YOU ARE ALWAYS ASKED – ‘Can I see your homework?’ It’s even more frequent than 'how are you?’ lately, now that the final weeks came. 😂

R: REASON TO SMILE – A reminder that I should be grateful and thankful for what I have in life.

S: SONG YOU SANG LAST – The Greatest Show, from The Greatest Showman.

T: TIME YOU WOKE UP – Usually? 5 a.m.

U: UNDERWEAR COLOR - White

V: VACATION DESTINY – European countryside and historical cities/buildings!

W: WORSE HABIT – Gosh, procrastinating! 😆

X: X RAYS – Around… twice? Back then I needed it as a medical requirement to apply for the university.

Y: YOUR FAVORITE FOOD – Is ice cream included? XD or else, pizza!

Z: Zodiac – Sagittarius

I know I’m already too late, so if I tagged you but you already did it, I’m sorry! And if you haven’t — well, I do like to know you a little better. 💕

@beccas-bangs @blazerina @belongstogayle @heart-drake @kenjkats @kamybelen-blog @mrwalkerchoices @ohmysnarkydrake @punexpectedly @teamdrake27 and anyone else who want to do this - feel like you’ve been tagged!

[mirdania]

music shuffle 🎶

thanks for the tag @stellabeaumont and @lilywoood 😊

set your entire music library on shuffle and report the first 10 tracks that pop up! then choose 10 additional friends

rock the casbah - the clash

jeremy - pearl jam

can't change me - chris cornell

reflektor - arcade fire

lila - oasis

atmosphere - joy division

like a stone - audioslave

trouble - coldplay

spellbound - siouxsie and the banshees

fireside - arctic monkeys

this was fun! really love these 10 songs and this was a good excuse for listening to them ❤

I'm tagging @cynthiabang @rileyanddrake @ohmysnarkydrake @itsagoodluckkiss @jakeymckenzie @magnificenthippogriff @teamdrake27 I haven't seen if you guys have already done it, so feel free to ignore this if you did or just aren't interested

[teamdrake27]

Second Thoughts "TRR" "Choices Fanfic" Part 1.

Pairing: Drake x MC.

Summary: Kate finds herself having second thoughts about her past decisions.

- Kate pretends to be already asleep when she hears Liam entering their bedroom. She left earlier than usual before the ball even ended. She is feeling so drained, she doesn't understand what's wrong. Something's just not right. She wasn't feeling quite okay for a while now. It's like something's missing but she can't put her finger on it or more like she doesn't want to. Though the thing is starting to eat her inside out. She has been thinking about another man more than she would like to admit. Seeing him invite Kiara to dance with him when he never really liked to dance in the first place. Well, except when she invited him to dance that one time which really got her worried. Is he falling for Kiara? Has he moved on that easily? They haven't talked to each other directly since she chose Liam and back then she was really happy. She has it all, all of Cordonia is hers. Even the people of Cordonia admire her. She is the queen. She dresses beautiful expensive dresses and jewelry like every girl's dream, so why is she not feeling okay?

She felt Liam slide in bed next to her then his arm wrapped around her waist. She didn't like the fact that she didn't like it. She wasn't comfortable with him touching her like she used to before and she is hating herself for it. What's wrong with me? She started feeling like she is suffocating. Like there's no air left in the room. She needs to get out of here even if for a little while. She waited a while before she started hearing his snores. He always falls asleep fast, tired of the pressure on his shoulders every day. Especially since she wasn't much help lately. Trying to avoid her duties as much as possible. She has started feeling selfish but she can't help it.

She gently removed his arm and placed it next to him causing him to move a little. She wrapped the robe around her body. Then she slowly, so slowly made her way to the door. Just when she placed her hand on the door handle-

"Kate? Is everything alright? Where are you going?" Liam said with a sleepy voice

She took a deep breath "Sleep, baby. I'm just gonna eat a bite then comeback" She said giving him a small smile.

"Do you want me to come with you?" He asked already half asleep.

"No, don't worry. I'll be back before you know it. You sleep and get some rest" then she left the room.

She was making her way to the garden before she heard noises coming from the living room. She quietly peeks at the room when she sees his frame infront of the firepit with a glass of whiskey in hand. His back is facing her as he stared intensely into the fire not moving.

"Shouldn't you be already asleep, your majesty?" He suddenly said without even moving a muscle causing her to jump. How did he even know I'm here? She questioned herself. She winced at the name. She missed the way he used to call her.

She swallowed hard before she made her way inside the wide room, slowly taking hesitant steps towards him.

" I- I couldn't sleep!"She said nervously. This is the first time they are alone since that night they spent together in her hometown New York, before she broke his heart and chose Liam. It's been almost a year ago.

His lips were pressed together in a thin line as the fire glow illuminated his handsome features. She missed him. She could already feel butterflies in her stomach like when your high school crush finally recognizes you. He kept his gaze settled on the fire. Avoiding making any eye contact with her.

"Hm..." He said softly.

There it is, the awkward silence between them. Even though it isn't very hot in the room she started sweating. He knew very well how to make her be in a weakend state around him without crossing any boundaries and it's so frustrating. It felt like he is the king and she is the commoner. Though after everything she has done, she is the one who put herself in this position. She is guilty infront of him. She led him on, made him fall more and more in love with her then like the selfish woman that she is, she chose the king 'his bestfriend'.

She didn't want this moment to end even though it isn't in her favor. After all it's probably the only time she will be alone with him for a while or who knows maybe ever.

She has to say something "I...I don't know what's happening to me lately. I haven't been able to sleep for a few days now..." She said swallowing hard again.

It took him a while to answer "Something's on your mind lately?" He said understanding exactly where she is going.

"I...I guess. But I don't know what it is. I...it's... I don't know what's wrong" She said looking down.

"I think you know but maybe you don't want to admit it to yourself. Whatever it is, avoiding it won't make it easier, it makes it harder" He said, as if he is an expert in this kind of situation, though his eyes are still focused on the fire.

"I...I guess I just feel so...unhappy!" She said almost in a whisper. Ashamed of saying that to him. Cause they both know that she deserves it. She has no right to complain about it, after all it was her decision.

His silence scared her, he didn't say anything at first causing her heart to throb hard and fast inside her chest. He gulped half the liquid inside the glass.

"What's making you unhappy? Is Liam treating you poorly? Cause as far as I'm concerned, he is treating you like a queen. Besides You got everything you ever wanted, how can you be unhappy?" He shook his head taking another gulp of the glass.

"Maybe I don't know what I want" with that his eyes darkened.

"What do you want, Mckenzie?" Her breath catches in her throat at the mention of her last name on his lips as his dark eyes met her terrified ones. Though she can see that there's hurt and pain, a lot of hurt and pain behind those dark eyes and it makes her burn from inside. It's like his eyes are piercing her soul, like he can read her every thought. The strength of his gaze caused her to take a step back.

"I..." It's like her tongue got tied, she couldn't speak anymore. She couldn't say anything. She has no right to say anything. It was pretty clear what she was getting at and he knew that this day would come. His gaze turned unreadable. Dark eyes. Intense gaze as he started taking steps towards her slowly.

She felt her body freeze. He has her now under his full control. She felt sweat running down her neck as he neared her more and more until there's only one inch left between them. She could already inhale his familiar scent wanting to rub her face in his chest. Though she was still standing still, frozen, staring deeply in his unreadable intense eyes. She sucked in a sharp breath when his gaze sweeps over her face until they settle on her lips. She felt like an invisible force is pulling her to him. Like gravity, but before she could move he bent down and placed the glass of whiskey behind her on the table. She felt the blood rise in her cheeks as tears threatened to fall. He looked her in the eyes one last time before making his way outside the room.

"Sleep well, your majesty".

[nbbromancereader]

Writer Asks

Thank you @choicesruinedmylife for tagging me on my very first tag!!

1. How many works in progress do you have?

I have a couple of unfinished fics at the moment that I’d really like to finish, especially after the past couple of chapters with Drake - I feel like there’s so much teasing that the potential for some amazing stories is huge! But I’ll probably have to wait until all my exams are over before I can properly dedicate any time to that.

2. Do you/would you write fan fiction?

Yup, I’ve written loads but never published any. Just creating this blog was a big step for me!

3. Do you prefer paper books or ebooks?

Paper books, always. I can’t even read e-books for uni, I always print it out if I can’t get a physical copy.

4. When did you start writing?

Literally since I could read and write. In primary school I had a bunch of “books” that I dreamed of publishing, mostly fantasy. I used to write so much, and I had so much fun creating the illustrations to go with my story as well.

5. Do you have someone you trust that you share your work with?

Definitely not, I cringe just at the thought of that. I’ll probably share some stuff on here at some point, but it’s anonymous so I don’t mind that as much. It would be way too embarrassing in real life, though!

6. Where is your favorite place to write?

Outdoors and in complete silence. I try to find quiet spots around the campus where I can get creative between classes (I study politics and it can get pretty dull and depressing, so writing fiction really is a form of escapism for me). Now in winter I just write near windows so I can at least take some views in as I write.

7. Favorite childhood book?

So many. To this day, my favourite books are children’s books. I love fairytales and children’s classics like Winnie the Pooh and Ferdinand the Bull. I also love Tistou les pouces verts (The boy with green thumbs) and I think it’s so underrated here in England. And obviously Harry Potter.

8. Writing for fun or publication?

Fun! It’s quite sad, but I’m not as creative as I used to be, so I don’t think I’d be able to come up with a whole story of my own these days that would be worth publishing. Better stick to fan fiction.

9. Have you ever taken any writing classes?

Just the kind you have to take in school and not actual professional/creative writing classes. I’d love to one day!

10. What inspires you to write?

Reading and listening to music. Even though I like to write in silence, I always have to listen so something before I start writing and once I’m finished, when I proofread. If the text and music go together, then I know I did a good job.

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