#th: zuri

[dcsiderivm]

At the shift in the woman's tone, Hazal sighed. "Sorry, I think the jet lag and the weather change is making me grouchy. But you're certainly not wrong there. The temperature alone will kill me before any of the fashion here will, so I guess I can go ahead and give it a shot." She hummed, and while she was nervous that she'd hate the clothing either way, it was better to fight off hypothermia. She'd also heard some sort of saying about how 'beggars can't be choosers' or something, and in this scenario, she truly had to deal with the hand she was being dealt if she wanted to brave the frigid weather.

When the woman picked up on her not so subtle hint about why she was here, Hazal shrugged her shoulders carelessly. "I'm not that talented, or at least I haven't really tried to restore any paintings before. But the museum here prides itself on both it's American and European showcases, and since I've spent more than enough time on that side of the world and working in museums there, they thought I could help with the marketing." It was still a little vague, but it was true, so she was sticking with it.

Hazal was almost confused as to why the other woman seemed taken aback by her compliment, but when she spoke and explained other people's view on the vintage thing, she rolled her eyes playfully. "Oh, of course that's the general assumption, but vintage vendors tend to do very well in France. A lot of their stuff is rather cute too. Maybe everyone else is just jealous that they can't pull it off as well as you do." She teased, though anyone jealous of someone's fashion sense did tend to be that way because they couldn't mimic it.

As soon as the woman's body language and moment of pause caught her attention, Hazal's curious mind was kicked into high gear. What exactly did 'it's complicated' mean? But she knew she couldn't just ask a stranger that on the street, so she smiled instead. "Are you happy about being back, or was it just..something you had to do?"

Zuri huffed a quiet laugh, rubbing the back of her neck as the other's Targét jab landed. “Okay, fair—it’s no Parisian boutique,” she conceded, her earlier bravado softening into something more sheepish. “But hey, when hypothermia’s on the menu, even a neon windbreaker starts looking like haute couture.” She shrugged, gesturing vaguely at the icy drizzle, her nose crinkling from the cold.

At the mention of the museum contract, her curiosity sparked, earnest this time. “European dramatics, though? Like… restoring creepy oil paintings? Or..."

The vintage praise made her pause, her guard slipping just enough to reveal a flicker of genuine surprise. “Thanks,” she said, quieter, adjusting her thrifted scarf like it suddenly mattered how it sat. “Most folks here think ‘vintage’ just means I robbed my grandma’s closet.”

When the question was turned back on her, Zuri hesitated, toeing a crack in the pavement. “Born here, left, came back. It’s… complicated.” She shrugged, dodging the details.

[dangerous-yam-fries]

Not too sure if your taking requests but can I request a part 2 of yandere alien? but the reader is just completely numb after the whole sex scene and she just stop showing emotions, she stops talking and her eyes are just empty but whenever she looks at Zuri her eyes shine bright with anger and murderous intent even the rest of the crew see's it

Despite this Zuri tries everything in his power to get a reaction out of her but he always turns up empty handed even when he try to do the boombahya with her he still gets nothing she doesn't even moan

And after a few days she just randomly disappeared he searched the entire ship top to bottom but he couldn't find her minutes turned into hours, hours turn into days, days turn into months and months turned into years

His crew was hired to get some goods by some great empire it here that he found her one problem she is the emperor's mate she already has multiple kids with the emperor and another on the way

Anyways reader see him again and decided she is gonna ruin his life in which she did and then her mate had him executed slowly so he felt everything....

Anyways I hope you like it 😀

Part ones ending didn't scratch me right 😅

Wow I love that concept, and great suggestion at the end, but I’m not going to kill my favorite red flag. You can have some of it though.

Alien Guy x GN!reader - mild NSFW ask

Asks and Suggestions are open and encouraged!

Warnings: noncon/dubcon, confinement, general creepiness, alien, MINORS I DO NOT WANT YOU HERE SO HIT THE ROAD

You didn’t talk much back on Argon, the scientists spoke their scientific jargon, the cleaners were just as prudish, and the experiments… couldn’t talk. So you were in the habit of staying quiet as well. This continued when Captain Zuri brought you to Seed, you’d go days without speaking, and living by the mantra of ‘only speak when spoken to’.

Needless to say, Zuri wasn’t concerned when you didn’t say anything to him the morning after. That’s just what you were like. Even when you went back to avoiding him, he didn’t think twice. When you started skipping meals however, then he had a problem.

You wouldn’t meet his eyes, the impossible blue making you feel something dark and self-destructive. He forces you to look at him, and you can’t help the look of disgust on your face. Zuri declared you as his lover and mate, and that if you won’t take care of yourself, he’ll make sure to take care of you.

Before, living with the aftermath of being raped was manageable. But now you sleep in his bed, eat with him, and you’re not even allowed to shower alone.

Oh, and sharing a bed with him means sex. You couldn’t help but react your first time, but now it’s almost like your body won’t let you feel it. You want to feel good, maybe that will take your dark feelings away, banish your pain, and set you free. It doesn’t hurt anymore, at least. Zuri keeps you loose, it doesn’t matter when or where the feeling hits him, you’re always ready to take him.

Zuri’s just contented with having you. In the beginning, he was fairly worried about how you felt, but it was clear that you wouldn’t change anytime soon, so why worry about that? Or maybe he was just forcing himself not to care, because you were in pain because of him.

Maybe out of guilt, he gives you more alone time, and doesn’t make you do chores. The only rules are to be in his room by curfew, and don’t go whoring yourself out. The gift is wasted on you though, because you don’t leave his room, even when you’re allowed.

You have no friends on the outside, and your old room has been given to someone else. There’s no privacy out there, but Zuri’s gone most of the day, so you can just lounge in any of the spacious areas of his cabin. Usually a storage closet or behind furniture.

It’s almost like you’re a feral animal, Zuri or his secretary will leave a tray out for you, because you’ll only eat when you’re alone. You make sure to take care of all your needs before Zuri returns to his cabin in the evenings, as you try your best to avoid him. You know he knows exactly where you are, but he doesn’t seek you out unless it’s for something physical.

You’ll stare into space without a thought in your mind, but when Zuri enters your sights, it’s like a switch is flipped.

You’ve been treated badly, horribly by many people. But none of them were as persistent as him. You want to kill Zuri, make him suffer, even if it means dying yourself.

Zuri notices the darkness in your eyes, you used to be a fairly simple person, aimless, floating through space. Now you have something more grounding, a tether to one place; Zuri. You may not love him, but you won’t leave his side until he’s dead.

[itsmistyeyedbi]

2024 writing roundup

Thank you for the tag @wayhavenots and @serenpedac! This was fun to do, especially since I genuinely forgot some of the things I wrote in 2024 lol.

words posted: 16 200

additional words written: 1 000 words of Zuri and Bobby finding a little comfort in each other after the events of book 3.

grand total of words: 17 200

fandoms: The Wayhaven Chronicles

highest kudos: the man in the mirror, the woman in the mask

highest hit oneshot: bare your teeth, blunt as they may be

*checking for these reminded me that I reminded me that I still need to post my Farah fics on there! Can't believe I forgot

new things I tried:

I wrote from Farah's point of view for the first time! Writing from Unit Bravo's point of view is always daunting to me. I can have plenty of thoughts on a character but when it comes to depicting in them in writing, I struggle - and that's without writing from their perspective. But I feel a little more confident about that now.

I tried writing a fight scene, though it's mostly Zuri being thrown around more than anything. It's not a bad start to writing more action scenes in my humble opinion.

I started writing in the present tense lol. I've written in past tense for so long and it somehow didn't occur to me that I haven't really tried anything else. Hopefully I get to shake of the rigidity I didn't realise I had about my writing.

fic I spent the most time on: bare your teeth, blunt as they may be if I'm remembering corretly

fic I spent the least time on: of plants and dresses, a little something I wrote for the happyhauvillebday event!

favourite thing I wrote: It's gotta be pulse - I haven't written smut in a long time, and I think I this was the perfect way to get back into it. I adore Farah and writing her thoughts throughout made me kinda giddy lol. Here's an excerpt (nsft):

She watches all of it the way she asked her to, even though she didn't need to. She didn't want to look at anything or anyone but her. She looked for her when she wasn't around and couldn't tear her eyes off her when she was. And she definitely isn't going to miss a second of this. Not when she's teetering on the edge again, trembling and barely coherent. Farah leans down until her forehead almost touches hers, biting her lip as her bare chest brushes against her and her breath fans her face. “You're so beautiful like this.” Zuri’s heart skips a beat before continuing its loud and frantic pace. Her lips curl into a small smile, eyes shifting away before meeting hers again, pupils blown. She still gets shy when she says that.

favourite thing(s) I read:

There's so many, but I think I'll try to stick with 6 for this post. I'll be showing my appreciation for a lot of people's writing throughout the year.

father's eyes, mother's rage by @/thelionheartedo3 - what a heavy hitting exploration of the relationship between Ely and Rebecca. I don't even have the words for how much I love this, just brilliant.

featherstone by @/serenpedac - this was published on my birthday and it absolutely made my day, the banter and the mounting tension between Adam and Nate? Whew.

come apart and sweet tooth by @/nat-seal-well - their writing is gorgeous, they capture the years between Ava and Nat so incredibly well! A master at writing yearning and longing for sure.

The Debutante's Guide to Saving a Spinster by @/wayhavenots - I love Jenny and Farah! You can really feel the pull between them. I can't wait to see where this goes, it's already such an interesting regency au!

Always For The First Time by @/serially-wayhaven - I adore the dynamic between Kat and Mason and Nate. You can feel the history there, the tension building and the feelings bubbling up, and they are all so filthy together I love it!

writing goals for 2025:

I want to try out writing something other than one shots. I would have ideas for long fics and never be able to get past the first chapter lmao. Hopefully I can do that this year.

new works:

the man in the mirror, the woman in the mask

bare your teeth, blunt as they may be

late night courage

of plants and dresses

pulse

[sketch-guardian]

HELLO! I hope you've been doing well, I certainly missed reading your writing! I have come with another question after a while! What are the classmates' biggest insecurities? Thank you! - Isa

Hello to you too Isa!✨I'm sorry for not posting much in this period,but I was quite busy and a bit tired🙈still,I'm doing okay,thank you for asking☺I hope you're doing alright as well! Also thanks, that's very sweet of you to say😳💕regarding your ask, I think by writing about their insecurities, I'll end up including some of their biggest fears as well, so I apologize in advance if these insecurities don't seem to be valid enough or count as such, so if the answer isn't satisfaying enough, please feel free to send me another ask so that I can change/fix things🙈

WHAT ARE THE RAD CLASSMATES BIGGEST INSECURITIES?

DEMYA

Her low intelligence/loss of control

Demya started her education late compared to other demons and it was Azul who taught her to read and write after her return to civilization, however this doesn't mean that she doesn't still have troubles and although this doesn't normally bother her, she fears deep down not to be taken seriously or to be treated like an idiot or an animal due to her general culture. Another one of her insecurity concerns the self-control she has during her hunger, Demya fears that one day she will end up hurting her friends and MC without wanting to/noticing it and she would hardly be able to forgive herself if something like that happened.

DOMNRA(MOBIM)

His character/not counting anything

Domnra knows that he doesn't have a pleasant attitude and that he has anger issues and even if he doesn't show it, he fears that sooner or later his friends and MC will get tired of him and that they'll abandon him, leaving him alone and unable to confess really how he feels, because of his stupid pride. He has also always had self-esteem issues since his days as an angel, where he wasn't particularly considered, unlike other special angels, so he fears that even as a demon, his person won't have that much importance and he doubts that anyone would miss him.

To be destroyed/its height

Even though its bond with Domnra is rather strong,close and secure, Mobim is still afraid that one day Domnra will decide that he wants to get rid of it, because it's useless. Mobim knows it is a curse, that it shouldn't exist and that if Domnra had found a cure long ago, it would no longer be there, but having lived for so long…now Mobim has developed a fear of dying. It's also quite insecure of its size, because it knows that despite being a curse, it's not threatening at all.

AZUL

Being alone for too long,especially with his thoughts/not being able to protect his loved ones

Azul loves the company of people not only because he's a social butterfly by nature, but also because it helps him not to override his intrusive thoughts that have taken up residence in his head since his fall from the Celestial Realm, he tends to be scary when he loses control and is afraid that sooner or later this will make others leave him behind. Though he doesn't seem insecure given his power and behavior, Azul doesn't think he would be able to grieve,due to his mental instability,and fears that one day his arrogance will cost his friends and MC a heavy price.

ZURI

Not being good enough according to her perfectionistic standards

Zuri has always been under observation and pressure since her days as an angel, where her every move was judged and analyzed and although she is free now, as a demon she still has the habit of always aiming for perfection, not so much for the opinion of others, but for herself, not believing she could afford anything less. She's never confessed it to anyone, but she's afraid that if she acts or presents herself in a different, less refined way, people close to her won't recognize/care for her. She thinks many people want to get to know her only due to her status or beauty.

ODON

Not being accepted because of their past

Odon remembers the atrocious acts they committed centuries ago and a part of them doesn't regret their choices, because they knew they were acting according to their demon nature and therefore they don't feel particular remorse, however now they're trying to change,aware that many are still afraid of them. Odon fears that despite their best efforts, no one will be able to see beyond their monstrous eldritch horror nature.

[vannahmontannah]

"ROOF! ROOF!"

"Ugh! Milo! Shut up! Fuck is you even barking for, bruh?"

Yeah, yeah...another day. Ugh! He probably barking because he needs to go out to the relief area. Sometimes I wish he could do it himself and come back.

I get up outta bed—ya already know how that junk go. No need to explain even further than that.

Anyway, it's a big day at the dealership. We get a handful of new cars in today and me being the BEST salesman there is, you know how I handle things. I don't just wear no suit to work. I got it like that to wear I can wear a certain outfit and still look presentable, you know what I'm sayin'? But I do wear my identification.

I hop in the shower, eat a lil bit of food, feed my dog, and get ready for the day. I checked my notifications to see if my boys got some going on and then I dip out. Every time I go outside, I get stopped for some compliments here and there and I truly appreciate it. I love all the love I receive. But do I got a girl? Why you in my business?

**Bzz! Bzz!

"Yeah?" I answered.

"Good morning,"

"Wassup?"

"Do you think you can send me $300?"

"For what?!"

"Well, I need it to go shopping,"

"Naomi, why don't you get a job, girl?"

"You know I'm trying! But, really wanna go out this weekend. You know I never beg,"

"Never? I wanna see what your 'barely' looks like,"

"Please, Duke? I promise I'm looking,"

"Just request it and I'll accept it. You know I can help you find some,"

"I'm good. I believe my friend is helping me out with streaming,"

"It's gone take time and dedication,"

"I'm fully aware,"

"But I'm on my way to work. I'll send it when I get there,"

"Thank you. Have a good day!"

"You too,"

~~~~~~~~~~~

I arrive at the gig and there was like 27 new cars on the lot! I can spot them that easily. It was some more still coming in. We get some used cars a lot too, but it kind of takes away from the new cars we have and receive. I parked my car and hopped out. Everyone at my job is cool for the most part and I have no issues with them. At least I don't think so. If it ain't addressed, keep it on the playground. Simple.

"If it ain't the fashion God himself!" My manager greeted.

"Sup, Michael,"

"Hey! We gone have a busy day today. Be prepared for this one. 6 new SRT's, 7 Mustangs, 5 Mercedes Benz, 10 Kia's and a few others. Shop opens in an hour and I have to get all of this shit filed. Fuck!"

"You need some help?"

"Nah, I got it. Hey, I was looking through the appointment list and saw a well-known name pop up. Got any idea who Justin Barker is?"

"I think he's another streamer if I'm not mistaken. He also does music on the side, but I'm not too big on him. He coming in?"

"I guess so. I see him right here. Purchasing a brand new 2024 Kia EV9,"

"Whew! Hella money dropped on a car,"

"Yeah, but if you can keep up with the payments, you good. You go and get settled and imma finish getting things in order,"

"Bet,"

~~~~~~~~~~

It's another loud morning at Justin's house per usual. Sometimes he's up and working on some music, but he tends to forget there's other people in the house. He's drumming, playing the guitar, cursing because he can't get a certain tune right, and so forth. Zuri, his girlfriend, is irritated by the constant disruption and urges he takes a break!

"Goddamit! Fuck, man! I can't get this right!" Justin curses.

"Justin! Oh my gosh, babe! Calm down!"

"I'm sorry, I just...I just get so stressed, like, I know I can do better than this!"

"I believe in you, Justin, but we have to think about other people in the house when it comes to noise. I don't mind you playing the guitar, but the theatrics has to stop. Please!"

"I'll work on it,"

"And you better stick to it. What you working on anyway?"

"A new song I've been meaning to put out for some time now and I just get so stuck on the damn chorus and even some times the bridges. I feel lost..."

"Since when has my baby ever been lost?"

"This song is just...personal,"

"Well, you have to take your time and let the art come to you,"

"Tried that,"

"Maybe that's a sign for you to take a break then,"

"I can't do that!"

"Yes you can. Your audience will understand,"

"This is how I make my living! I'm at this every other if not every day,"

"Justin, if this means a lot to you then you have to feel your work. Take time off for you! And besides, don't you have a car to get today? Focus on that instead,"

"Yeah, you're right. Almost forgot about that fucking car. Let's not waste money and hurry and get it!"

"There's the happy and energetic Justin I know! Let's go get our new whip,"

"Our?"

"Well, yours...yours works too,"

"You have a car,"

"Okay, well damn! I can't be supportive?"

"You can. Let's just forget it and just get the car,"

"Whatever you say,"

~~~~~~~~~~~

"This is a 2020 Kia Sol—" I said.

"Ain't these the cars that be getting jacked a lot?" The customer said.

"They may be getting jacked, but they can get jacked with this heat pack, for sure!" The co-signer added.

"I don't know, son. These are high risk cars,"

"Anything is good for right now dad. I got this. Plus this is the newer model. Im good,"

"You sure you want this?"

"Yes,"

"Okay, man, we'll take it," the dad said.

"Alright, just step back inside and we can get you started from there," I said, leading back indoors.

"Dennis! Just the guy I was trying to see," Micheal said.

"Wassup?"

"Just got off the phone with Justin and he said he's pulling up. He's changing his mind about the EV9 and wants to look around to see if there's any other options. You think you can take him for me? I got a bigger situation right now,"

"I would, but I'm doing someone right now,"

"I'll have Garrett take over for you. I'll even add this to your check,"

"Fine with me. That's the car they getting right there,"

"Gotcha. Thanks again,"

"You good,"

I've watched a few of Justin's videos before. Guy has some talent, but he can do too much at times. He can even come off as arrogant and obnoxious. Heard he had a girl, but I rarely lay any attention to that. But if he does, how on Earth does she deal with him?

I got a text from sis and she sent me pictures of her shopping with my money. I don't appreciate this. She betta get a job before I sue for all money sent. Reporting to the FBI for scamming and trafficking if she ask for one more thing. Watch!

Some time goes by and I see a black Porsche drive into the lot. Windows are tinted, so I can't really see inside. He parked right in front of the glass doors too. Who does this guy really think he is?

He comes out the car and walks straight inside. But, there's another person in the car. The door opens and a woman comes out, shaking her head. He had a whole woman in the car and didn't open the door? WHAT?! They both come in and start looking around. Boy am I gonna have a field day.

"Hello! Welcome to the dealership! My name is Dennis and you must be Justin,"

"Yes, sir. Nice to meet you,"

"Vis versa. Heard you're looking for a new car?"

"Yeah, man. I just wanna see my options. I'm looking for something...exotic, but smooth. Something that's made for cruising, but still luxurious. You know?"

"I got just what you need. Follow me this way. Good morning, ma'am,"

"Good morning!" She smiled.

I smiled back. It was a reflex guys! Anyways, let's see what this dude want and hurry up and get him out the way. I take them to the side where most of the expensive cars are, but he can get a really good price on them if his credit is right.

"Ight! So out here are the 2023 Challenger SRT's. They run from around $55,000 to $87,000. The newer model Ranges are over here and they start at $100,000. Over here are the 2023 Phantom Rolls Royce's and these start at $500,000. SRT's are pretty loud, but the ladies love 'em. Range Rovers are pretty chill and comfortable, bringing that nice cool vibe. Royce's give you that luxury experience and have you feeling and looking good,"

"What about that Aston Martin over there?" Justin pointed.

"Oh, these! These are one of our best sellers as well. Starting off at $185,000 with a down payment of $4,000 a month if you don't wanna pay in full. This one has 542 to 697 horsepower, 9-speed automatic, all-wheel drive, and a 3 year warranty. The interior has black and blue leather seats, 7 over head lights, Bluetooth speakers, and it seats 5 people in total,"

"Hmm...I think I kinda like this one. You said up to 697 horsepower?"

"Yup,"

"Mmm...what you think, babe?"

"I love it! You seem to be interested in this one the most," she smiled.

"Yeah. I think imma go with this one,"

"Alright. Step on inside and we can get you started,"

"You need my ID and stuff?"

"Yeah,"

"Uh, Michael said I can just come and take it. Drive it off the lot,"

"Hold on. Let me check,"

I took out my phone to call Michael because what the hell is going on here. He ain't even pay yet!

"Yeah?" Michael answered.

"Hey, I got Justin here. He said that you said he can take the car and go?"

"No, he needs to get his background first, pay and then leave,"

"He said you need to pay and then leave," I said.

"Do ya not know who I am?"

Oh he one of those. I should have known.

"Regardless of that, you still have to follow the same procedures as everybody else, man,"

"Justin, just do what the man says, please?" Zuri asked, rolling her eyes.

"I'm just saying. I have a status. You know this, Zuri,"

"Justin, not today,"

After some time past, I was finally able to get this mother fucker off my hands. One of those privileged white kids I see. I can't believe she puts up with that. Another self-centered human being.

[skaidrops]

Cruisin' for a Bruisin'

"Can't stop! Won't stop! Can't stop- Can't stop Won't stop! We need, you to, get up and move!" Zuri's voice was loud enough on its own - the lack of a cheer team wasn't important because of this.

When Crowley mentioned if they could cheer for an extra bit of allowance, Zuri was extremely close to saying no and leaving it at that. But Araminta had mentioned it'd be a good way to get some experience with stepping out of their comfort zone and also gaining free entry into Jamil's games. One of these was more important than the other.

So, Zuri asked Araminta to get them a cheer uniform (with Leona's money) and they would cheer for NRC.

They spent the last two weeks remembering cheers from their own world, and coming up with some for the school. Because of their nerves, Zuri had decided not to tell Jamil. They couldn't see him reacting in a positive way. Araminta told them it was just their nerves, but even if so, Zuri becoming a cheerleader was something they wanted to keep secret.

When it was finally time for NRC's first game, Zuri was at the gym early. Both to stretch and to steel their nerves. It was shortly after they finished running through a few cheers by themselves that the basketball team came running into the gym and began running their drills.

Ace was the first one to notice them, and Zuri cringed at the idea of explaining to him the whole situation.

"Whoa, Zuri! I never would have thought I'd see you here. What's with the getup?" Zuri leans against the wall as Ace puts some of his hair into a high ponytail, a shit-eating grin on his face.

"Crowley offered to pay me to be the NRC cheerleader. So, here I am." They sighed, feeling a sense of dread as Floyd's tall form also began lumbering over.

"Shrimpy! You look so cute I could squeeze ya. Are you gonna be our cheerleader?" The smile on his face is slightly alarming, and Zuri has half a mind to take a step away. Regardless, they nod, and just as quick as he came, Floyd left.

"Cheerleading for an extra buck huh? Sounds about right. Does Jamil know about the gig?" To this, Zuri shakes their head, and with a look around the gym, they suddenly notice the absence of their partner.

"Speaking of, where is he? How come he's not running drills with you guys?" Ace shrugged, clasping his hands behind his head.

"Something about Kalim setting the kitchen on fire. He said he'd be right back, so I wouldn't stress. Ya have plenty of time to wow your boyfriend." Zuri punches his shoulder at his words, feeling their cheeks burn.

"Shut up, Ace. I'm gonna go tell the team the plan." They make sure to bump into their friend as they pass him, Ace snickering at Zuri's embarrassed reaction.

"Oi! Basketball team! Got some news for you." They wait until the boys stop moving to continue.

"Crowley hired me to be the team's cheerleader. You're gonna be seeing me a lot more and hearing me a lot more. Because cheerleaders tend to be loud, you guys need to let me know when I'm distracting you. My job is the exact opposite. Sounds good?" There's a few murmurs of agreement before the team goes back to practicing, and Zuri nods before walking back to the sidelines.

It takes a few minutes, but while Zuri is watching the boys practice, the sound of a sigh of relief next to the entrance of the gym catches Zuri's attention.

"Oh- Sea Snake~ What took you so long?" Floyd's shout had Jamil rolling his eyes, and Zuri watches as he runs to the rest of his team.

"Don't worry about it. How much longer until the other team arrives?" Jamil adjusts his arm sleeve, glancing around the gym before his eyes land on Zuri.

"Five more mi- hey where are you going?" Ace's voice is moot to Jamil as he approaches his partner, his face clearly spelling out confusion.

"Do I want to know what this is?" Jamil's voice is slightly strained, and Zuri finds a sudden interest in the gym floor.

"Crowley paid me to be a cheerleader. That's all." Jamil hums in response and Zuri glances at him from the corner of their eye.

"Well," he clears his throat before continuing, "you look great. And uh, good luck."

"Shouldn't I be telling you..." Jamil had jogged off before they could respond, and they couldn't help the smile that spread across their face.

So that leads to where we are now, Zuri cheering like hell during the game.

"Cruisin' for a bruisin'! North, South, East and West, we're the Night Ravens and we are the best that's right! Cruisin' for a bruisin' we've got you now! Cruisin' for a bruisin'- bang, bang pow!" As Zuri drops and points two finger guns into the air, the buzzer goes off, signifying the end of the game. NRC won by twelve points, and Zuri would like to think it's cause of all the times the other team missed their free throws. It's very easy to break concentration. Zuri tucks that tidbit into the back of their mind for later.

Right after the two teams shook hands, Jamil jogged over to Zuri, a big grin on his face as he pulled them into a hug.

"You did great, mhibu. The three pointer was flawless." Jamil was definitely on his A-game today, running circles around the other team. Jamil pressed a small kiss to their forehead.

"Thank you, ya amar. You weren't too bad yourself." Zuri smiled at his words before slightly pushing him away.

"You stink, by the way. Go shower and we can cook dinner for tonight and study a bit." Jamil chuckled before pulling up Zuri's hand to kiss it. Zuri shorts out, completely caught off guard as Jamil leaves.

Yeah, being a cheerleader won't be so bad.

[dcwnthercbbithcle]

✿ - for Rosie

PRE-ESTABLISHED RELATIONSHIP MEME || OPEN & ACCEPTING! || ESPECIALLY TO NON-MUTUALS/NEW MUTUALS/NEW FOLLOWERS

Bolded text are relationships I can really see between our characters. Italicized text is for relationships that could be explored and/or presented in small amounts but would need to be plotted more. Crossed-out text are for relationships that are NEVER present.

FRIENDSHIP.     childhood friends  /  work buddies or coworkers  /  family friends  /  friends with benefits  /  smoking buddies  /  adventure buddies  /  fake friends  /  recently friends  /  party buddies  /  friendship of need  /  dying friendship  /  circumstantial friendship  /  partners in crime  /  old friendship  /  [ your muse ] is the good influence  /  [ your muse ] is the bad influence  /  [ my muse ] is the good influence  /  [ my muse ] is the bad influence  /  opposites attract  /  ride or die  /  frenemies  /  roommates or flatmates  /  penpals  /  exes to friends  /  enemies to friends  /  other

It's such a complex situation that it makes my heart ache. Poor Rosie, Zuriya is that last of so many doors she and her family have opened in an attempt to give her some peace of mind, and Zuri knows this. It's nothing she holds against Rosie; in fact, that aspect of their friendship makes it all the dearer for Zuri. Rosie and her parents trust Zuriya with not only her protection but finding a way to help with her affliction in the long term, and it's heartwarming. Zuriya... she's not ignorant of how her persona leads her to be perceived. Usually, she prefers not being taken so seriously but to have her efforts and magics respected enough to warrant that honour, it gives fire and fuel to make her want to prove them correct in their faith. Her ethics may be non-existent, her honour, well dubious at best. But she will live to ensure they never regret trusting Rosie and her care to her and that she will learn to protect herself against the spirits and the terrors that plague her. It's that one meme: 'I've only had Arlo Rosie for one day and a half, and if anything happened to him her, I would kill everyone in this room and then myself,' Zuri has been trusted to create the warding spells and find conjurations that can give Rosie strength to block out the access of spirits but not impact her development or spiritual load for no longer than a week. She feels for this child so much. She is her newest younger sister, and even though there is that knowledge that after her work is done, she will most likely never see her again, she's happy. Because Rosie is worth fighting for, Rosie is worth every minute toiling over magic, and frankly??? Rosie makes Zuri a better person!

ROMANCE.     childhood sweethearts  /  [ your muse is mines ] childhood crush  /  [ my muse is yours ] childhood crush  /  exes  /  exes to lovers  /  forbidden lovers  /  highschool sweethearts  /  secret relationship  /  opposites attract  /  long distance  /  unrequited [ from your muses side ]  /  unrequited [ from my muses side ]  /  unrequited [ from both sides ]  /  skinny love  /  friends to lovers  /  enemies to lovers  /  spurious relationship  /  power couple  /  newly entered  /  soulmates [ metaphorical ]  /  soulmates  [ literal ]  /  awkward  /  turning toxic  /  toxic love  /  cheating [ on your muse ]  /  cheating [ with your muse ]  /  other 

FAMILIAL.     siblings [ half ]  /  siblings [ step ]  /  [ my muse ] is an older sibling figure to your younger sibling figure  /  [ my muse ] is a younger sibling figure to your older sibling figure muse  /  [ my muse ] is a parental figure to yours  /  [ my muse ] is a child figure to your muse  /  guardian figure  /  legal guardian  /  adoptive child  /  foster child  /  [ your muse ] is taken under mines wing  /  [ my muse ] is taken under yours wing  /  other

ZURI IS SO IRRESPONSIBLE, BUT SHE'S TRYING SO HARD TO BE THE SISTER SHE ALWAYS ENVISIONED AND DREAMED OF. Throughout her childhood, I've kind of highlighted that Zuri's siblings were resentful and little to non-present, but that doesn't mean she never wished and prayed she had her siblings and that they loved her. Day in and day out, she wished she had an older sister to look out for her, to scare off the bullies, to teach to braid and style her hair, to have her back when the nuns and priestesses were on her case. She wished she had someone who, no matter what, had her back and loved her unconditionally and on some level. Now that Rosie is turning to her with that same sad, hopeful expression. She wants to embody everything she prayed for as a girl. To be someone who can help, even this one child, not grow up with nothing but dreams and unanswered prayers and have someone who can look out for her and love her and guide her as a friend and family!

ANTAGONISTIC.     dangerous to each other  /  dangerous to others  /  unpredictable  /  rivals  /  petty  /  developing into sexual or romantic tension  /  based off family matters  /  based of off circumstance  /  based of professional matters  /  based off misunderstanding or lies  /  conflict of ideology  /  betrayal  /  hero - villain dynamic  /  enemies  /  fight club  /  friends turned enemies  /  lovers turned enemies  /  exes turned enemies  /  other 

I HATE TO CALL ANYTHING ABOUT THEM ANTAGONISTIC, because, let's be real, Zuri feels ZERO antagonism or hatred in her body towards Rosie. BUT AT THE SAME TIME, Zuri is going to introduce her to sorcery through all the magic she is using to protect Rosie, and Rosie is allowed to feel all kinds of 'WHAT THE ACTUAL FUCK,' about it! It is dangerous, even though the danger isn't that 'holy fuck,' given Zuri's skill and experience!

[fl5793]

Karini: What if?

Title: All In

Explanation: First ep to my what if my OC character was in UA high hope you like

Summary: OC just arrived at UA High and she’s not holding back at all. The only thing is that she’s hiding a little secret from them…and it’s kind’ve a family thing

Description: Brown hair to her collar bone white bangs, Wears braids majority of the time mostly cornrows, Emerald green eyes similar to Midoriya’s, Aliyah is mixed but you can tell she’s darker compared to Emily, she’s about 5’7, she tends to be chaotic but that’s cause she just overall wants to be seen, I wear contacts just cause I don’t to want to wear glasses.

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OC POV

Names Aliyah Sheresko got 2.5 mil on YouTube with 200k on TikTok just for being a bilingual psycho.

I’m fourteen years and going to some high school in Japan for personal reasons.

You may have heard of me in since I visited my sister for Christmas and let’s just say it wasn’t very

“Normal, no c-c-calm, or maybe… good a-a-at all,” Someone said with sass

I was sitting in a black car just staring out the window when someone rudely interrupted my thoughts

I a few minutes ago I waved goodbye to my sister Zuri while she headed off to school

Now I have an annoying person talking in my head

“That a-a-annoying per-rson’s name i-is Alexandra. AND I CAN HEAR YOU!” Alexandra yells

“Oh yeah did I forget to tell you I’ve had this annoying person talk to me in my head since I was 8 and told no one about this cause they might think I’m crazy,” I explained

“We all know crazy,” Alexandra says to me making me roll my eyes

I look into the rear view mirror and sigh

My life in the Bronx may have been ghetto but I still got to live now I’m gonna be in some stupid boarding school

“I need a new mom and for Brayton to be alive again,” I said opening the window

I poke my head just cause I need to breathe

“E-e-everybody c-c-comes a-a-a *takes a breath* comes and goes,” Alexandra says

“But why did Brayton have to leave me. Even if he wasn’t my biological dad I still loved him like one… he also kept my mo- Avery in check and ever since he died Avery’s been batshit crazy,” I said to myself then look at the bruises on my arm and hand

“While also being violent,” I whispered the last part while pulling my sleeves down and gloves up to the point you couldn’t see the bruises

I’ve always wanted my life to be something great something extraordinary but instead I was always taught to accept what I get and don’t get upset

But I’m not your average boujee girl from the hood I’m a wannabe hero and of course will be the-

“Most popular hero out there,” Alexandra says with an uninspired tone

“Y-you say the s-s-same shit all the th-th-time get over yours-self,” Alexandra said with attitude

“Didn’t I tell you the same thing when you rejected by Darren?” I asked sarcastically

“Well too be honest that is an entirely different convo- and look at we are here,” Alexandra said and I looked outside to see a giant gate

“My god this looks like something out of those rich white people movie like mean girls,” Aliyah said

I opened the door and let myself out. The driver took out my luggage

“Damn this place is fire,” I said surprised

in front of the gate was some emo man and a rat with a scar on its face

“Yep this is for sure Japan,” I said to myself

I walked to them as I bowed only cause I think it’s a think you do as a way of saying hello- look I know the language I just don’t know the gestures or the body language

“ Ah Ms. Sheresko welcome to UA High. I am Principal Nezu Founder of this academy and this is your homeroom teacher Mr. Aizawa,“ Principal Nezu introduced them both and they also bowed

Mr. Aizawa hands me some card

“Here. Since your license from America had to be updated,“ Mr. Aizawa said handing me my license

Yeah I went to a hero highschool in America but the one here in Japan just happens to be better

We all walk inside as the gate opens “This school is hot and so big I’ve never been in something like this before,“ I said impressed by the way it looks

Aizawa took into another building away from the school

It was the place I was staying at

“Got five floors too I’m taking the fourth,“ I called out and used my quirk speed to give myself a quick tour around the place and of course drop my stuff at a random door

Before coming right back down

Aizawa wasn’t surprised about my speed cause my grandma who I’m staying with probably told him about my quirk

We walked towards the school and next towards the classroom

As soon as we made it inside the classroom I had an emotional less face

Okay time to play this right all I need to do is act like how I do online since me actin as anything else sucks

Let’s begin

“You know I can hear you right?“ Alexandra asked with such sass in her voice

“ This is Aliyah Sheresko she is a transfer student from America and your permanent classmate,“ Aiwa introduced and oddly enough the class was quiet

The hell I do now? All I did was nothing and I’m still- wait a minute, why is there a girl staring at me which such excitement holy shit what is she gonna-...

I look down and see some boy under my skirt and that’s why you wear shorts kids

“Damn I’ve never see anyone this short before besides my sister but you make Kevin Heart seem like the average man,“ I said picking him up

I saw his fave and put him back

“Ooh no you looked better when I didn’t see your face,“ I said out loud and someone laughed a little too loud

“Classic from a psycho,“ A pink skinned girl said

“Oh my- you...you know who I am?“ I asked so happy and accidentally threw the midget outside since I left the door open

“Who doesn’t your pretty popular for your voice and for having a hot sister,“ A girl with Raven hair said

Holy crap people actually know me- I mean whenever I’m outside people look at me as if I’m ready to break the law or they know me because I’m Emily’s sister but never for... Hold up

“What’chu you by-“ Aizawa interrupted me

“Right now I need to leave for something important. Sheresko you may take your seat in the back,“ Aizawa instructed and I went to my seat

But as soon as he left I went to that raven haired girl

“What do you mean by my voice?“ I asked the girl then she pulled up a video of me my friends and my sister doing a cover of Lady Marmalade

I took her phone and looked into the comments and someone time stamped Mya’s part

I WAS SINGING- HOLD UP I CAN SING barely above average

“Girl what’s your name?“ I asked her

“It’s Jirou-“ I interrupted Jirou

“Well Jirou you found yourself possibly the famous friend you will ever have in eternity,“ I said to her and she didn’t respond at all

Mina jumps up in front of me

“Hi I’m Mina Ashido and of course your biggest fan!!“ Mina excitedly said hugging me randomly

“Oh wow... Okay,“ I said confused

“I watched all your videos and followed you on TikTok and YouTube and even watched you since the beginning,“ Mina all hyper and what not

“Wow Mina I’m so glad to have a fan and potential friend like you,“ I said to her and she got even more hyper

Different people started introducing themselves towards me but I recognized one person

“Broccoli boy?“ I said to myself while looking at him and he responded

“Yeah it’s me,“ Midoriya responded

I hugged him

“Yo it’s been too damn long how has it been,“ I said hugging him tightly

“Like five years exactly,“ Midoriya says while squeezing him to hard

I stop hugging him and memories comeback

“I remeber back in the old days when we were friends and how saved you from some dick head and than that dick head became my bestie forevies but then I forgot his name over time because he was a dick head and now I know he’s somewhere out there,“ I explained the whole story and oddly enough Midoriya looked scared with my words

“I-I- I don’t think-“ Midoriya was interrupted by someone who yelled randomly out of no where

“WHO THE HELL YOU CALLING DICK HEAD?!?“ Some blonde guy yelled

“K-kacchan please calm down,“ Midoriya said

“Shut up Deku!“ He clapped back again

But then I turned around and I looked at him pissed off

“Yo asshole who the hell you think you are talking shit to my best friend?“ I asked him in anger

“ Names Katsuki Bakugou and I’m the one that should be asking you that question if you think your something more than a-“ I interrupted him by throwing a blade his direction hitting the wall behind him and missing his head by inches

I walked to him

“Listen up ass hole. I suggest you shut your pretty face right now before I cut it. I’ve hurt teachers before, what? you think I’m not gonna-“ I said to him with nothing more than sinister thoughts

“Did I ask?“ Bakugou asked sarcastically and I was impressed by that

“Oh I see how you play. Why don’t we take this outside cause when I go ghetto I stay ghetto,“ I threatened

That is in fact kinda true since right if I wasn’t playing my side I would’ve killed this guy within seconds. If you think I’m playing well I’m not I’ll to jail if it meant shutting him up

“We got gym a few periods from now I’ll kick your ass then,“ Bakugou said with a smirk while I had nothing but an angry face

The bell rang and the tension was way up past the ceiling.

“Challenge accepted!“ I said with a smile nothing I kick his ass within seconds

We both left while the class just looked at us in fear

“What is wring with that new gurl she’s gonna get herself killed,“ Tsyuu said

“I think she has a chance at actually winning especially since she was very close to stabbing Bakugou in the face,“ Ochako said

Still pray for her,“ Tsyuu said

Gym period

We was told to change into our hero suits

I was given a necklace by Avery to make sure I could change with ease into my costume.

As I turned my necklace and changed the girls looked at me in shock

Oh god what did I do now? Is it because of my body, yeah I already no my body is weirdly shaped but at least I have a butt- wait could it be the way the shoes look I thought yellow and black looked good together

“How did you change like that it’s so cool?!” Mina was excited

“What-?” I asked so confused

“Yeah is that apart of your quirk or just something you did?” Jirou asked

“I turned my necklace and then I was able to change into my hero suit a woman named Avery made this for me,” I explained before putting my contacts in my locker and shutting it

Right now I had someone’s ass to kick and his name starts with a k

During gym half of the class were assigned to a name from a hat and brawl against that person since one person was sick

Luckily I was able to pick Bakugou’s name from the hat and that made people “ooh “

“Look at that dynamite boy guess fate always wanted us to fight,” I said sahking the piece of paper with his name on it while I rolled on my roller skates towards him

“ I’m gonna kick your ass watch out,” Bakugou threatened as I stood next to him

Everyone stood next to their partner and turns out whoever won would get get an extra 10% added to their grade for gym and that got everyone ready

“Guess we’re last give you more time to prepare dynamite boy,” I said and watched as the first pair go against each other

Mina against some girl named Uraraka

“Who is that?” I asked myself while looking at the girl

“That’s Uraraka! One of the pretty popular ones here destroy Mina,” Alexandra said

I was impressed I’ve heard of telekinesis but that’s not what she had but she destroyed Mina

“Yo Scarlet witch but not pretty GREAT JOB!” I shouted towards her and she smiled at me

I wanna challenge her she's interesting, especially her quirk but still I have a feeling that UA High’s students aren’t as great as I thought of them to be

I mean sure they quirks are unique but back in America High school Teachers don’t take shit from anyone especially the heroes in the Bronx even if there was a few

That’s what I loved about the Bronx it taught me to be real and to live life in some make-believe dream especially since these people wanna become pro heroes pretty much what I hear twenty-four seven especially out of broccoli boy's mouth

“Y’all talk about any other thing besides being a hero, gosh it sounds like I’m in a cult right now,” I said out loud watching as Midoriya go against some guy named Todoroki

“Yeah how you two met each other?” Mina asked

“Dynamite boy bullied broccoli boy I saved broccoli boy now we all besties,” I said getting faster and faster with every word

As I saw Midoriya use his quirk I was surprised by what I saw

“Midoriya never had a quirk. Wait- did he?” Alexandra asks

You didn’t stutter? But yeah last time I met him he never had a quirk he was quirkless now look at this. Midoriya is using some black thing to go after Todoroki then he uses somehow walks on air

I thought to myself while looking at him. I turned to Bakugou

When did Broccoli boy get a quirk? and why is there so many?” I asked and Bakugou looked at me

“He got his quirk last year,” Bakugou said and I smirk

“Sure that you're not hiding something about his quirks. I mean it has a lot of potentials and look at what it can do. You know since you two knew each other longer you’d think he’d tell you something about his quirks....” I said and watch as people cheer for Midoriya

It was me against Bakugou now

I walk towards Midoriya

“Wow Midoriya I’ve never seen anything like your quirk before,” I said and suddenly he replied

“Thanks!” Midoriya replied

“I was just wondering since not only have I never seen a person inherit a quirk so late in their lives, never seen anyone not inherit at least partial of their own parents quirk, but I’ve also thought I would never see anyone use black whip again,” I said in his ear and Midoriya was frozen to the ground

I smirked at his appearance

“I just wanna know how you did it. And why you did it? Someone as innocent as you still only sees one side of being a pro hero when in reality your seeing the wrong side,” I said to him and he was confused

“What do you mean by wrong side?” Midoriya asked

“OI SHERESKO HURRY YOUR ASS UP!!” Bakugou yelled at me

“I’m just warning you right now about the danger, neglect, and the amount of social drama that comes when you're a pro hero,” I warned him not looking in his direction

“If it's so bad then why are you here?” Midoriya asked

“Cause I forced too,” I said to myself but by the way Midoriya reacted I could tell he heard

I got ready and put on my mask

Suddenly Bakugou just jumped and got ready to attack me.

He set off a chain reaction off explosions blinding me

I had to get out of there I flew up out of the smoke but then he kicked me in the face and I went flying back o the floor as the smoke went away

I saw his face full of happiness

I threw up to ten knives in his direction but be blew them back

I can’t go too fast I already used up my speed quirk while putting my bags away

I had to use enough speed to the point that I won’t break my legs agains.

I got off the floor as Bakugou tried to blast me but I moved

I took out my wings- Well what was left amd sharpened them

I prepared my skates because I wasn't gonna hold back

I didn’t even notice but my eyes turned yellow as I went and used my speed

As I rolled towards him I used my skates to not only kick him in chest cause if I kick him in the face I would kill him especialy with how fast I was moving

As many time as Bakugou moved out of the way and blasted me away I was still able to get a few hit on him

As long I didn’t let him think and kept attacking him I was good suddenly

As I threw a blade at I used my speed to move away but then Bakugou somehow knew exactly where I was going and blasted me

That blade left a cut on his arm and now I realised the only way I was gonna win was if I killed him or at least knocked him out

“I already know your going for my neck you can knock someone out if a blade goes into someone's neck,” Bakugou said when suddenly I took out all of my remaining blades and ones he blew away and started to attack him with them

I have up to 40 off those do to the fact that they are handheld blades and how big my wings are

“Yo leader knife make sure they keep him distracted while go after him kay,” I assigned and it went around Bakugou staying far enough from him where hd couldn’t attack it but close enough to watch the other blades

My knives/blades can’t talk but they do have a mind of it’s own which is why if you ever become the holder of this quitk you must make sure you have a leader knife/blade to that is prepared to always watched the other blades

The leader blade/knife is the most valuable one not only because the knife if connected to a core body part like the other blades and if it breaks I could potentially die but it's connected to my heart and I could have a heart attack if it breaks

I stay in my and go on my knee and watched as my leader knife/blade goes farther and farther down until it signals me to go for below

Everything after that was all in slow motion because of how fast I was moving using my quirk

I sped and went through a small space but then I saw him again raise his gauntlet up towards my face but he just barely missed me as he blasted a few blades away

He kicked hit me in the jaw but I was able to oush through it all

I was able to kick him in the face with my rollerskate I could see him close his eyes as if he was knocked out

My leader knife/blade came from hiding and went into my hand I saw Aizawa standing up

I still have a chance at winning I can’t have him stopping it now

I saw him barely open his eyes as I swung around him and wrapped my legs around his chest tightly but then I heard a crack and I dropped my blade

Bakugou fell back and now he was laying on me which made my leg hurt even more

Bakugou was knocked out laying on my chest while my leg was broken

I pushed him off and saw my leg was in the wrong direction

I had to lay back down on the ground because of how much pain I was in I was literally crying just cause of how scared I was

The last time I tried to go that fast I did break my leg but that was back when I was nine years old

After that incident, my leg was healed but not all the way it needed to make a full recovery

I was sitting next to Bakugou waiting for recovery girl to give me a past

“If it wasn’t for your stupid rollerskates I wouldn’t be here,” Bakugou muttered

“Just can’t even admit the fact that you lost,” I teased

“No one won because Aizawa said we tied!” Bakugou clapped back

“God, you listen to that emo man like get over yourself we all know I won,” I said smirking

“Dumb ass no freaking won get that in your thick skull,” Bakugou said and flicked my head

“I could kick you in the skull right now and kill you,” I said, and he growled at me

“I’m gonna kill you-” Bakugou was interrupted by me

“Did. I. Ask?” I said and that guy pounced on me

Someone that tiny recovery girl separated us

“Now listen, you two are both weak if you let someone of my separate two giants,” Recovery girl says

Recovery girl gave me a note and Bakugou carried me

Now you may be asking why he’s carrying me well before that incident I made a bet with him saying “whoever was alive or at least still breathing is considered the winner. And that the winner shall be carried by the loser”

Yeah since I was still breathing I was being carried to arts class by Bakugou

“Well Bakugou I didn’t know you was such a sly fox,” Midnights teased and we both reacted with a disgusted face

“I like men not boys,” I said glipping my hair back

“She’s too ghetto for me,” Bakugou said and that surprised me

Not because he called me ghetto I already know I am but that he used it correctly in a sentence is just astonishing

“Aw~ you looked up Black slang to understand me,” I teased

“You say stupid shit that makes no sense,” Bakugou said and then just dropped me on the ground

“I hate you so much,” Bakugou muttered as he walked towards his seat

“Love ya too my brotha,” I said while getting up

Life is one pain in the ass but even if that question is solved I still have one more that needs to be answered

After school in my dorm

I was calling someone hoping they would answer

“What do you want right now I’m on patrol?” My sister Emily asked on the other side of the phone

“Emily do you have the book?” I asked

“What book?” Emily asked

“The book about those certain quirks and the what makes them so interesting,” I said to her

“Aliyah I gave you that book when you was leaving. I put it in your book bag before you left,” Emily said

“Wha-” I was interrupted by my sister hanging up the phone

I looked through my book bag and saw the book

It looked brand new even though this book was created when Emily was just five

This was originally a journal Avery made about the different kinds of quirks out there and what they can do but just mainly the kind of quirk they are combat wise whether they’re useful or not

But Avery did a whole research about a certain kind of quirk where one of them was black whip for sure

As I was flipping through it I saw a few pages talking about AFO yet they were ripped out

I ignored those pages knowing they would only bring back bad memories.

I kept going until I read something that said OFA

“This is it,” I said to myself and read as fast as I could but then someone entered the room

“Aliyah we have to talk about something,” Midoriya said to me and I looked up at him and closed the book

“Midoriya why didn’t you tell me?” I said putting the book away

I walked up to him and he was confused

“What do you mean?” Midoriya asked acting so naive

“Why didn’t you tell me... That you got your quirk from All might,” I said to him and he was in fact shocked with my words

“Midoriya your quirk is One For All and I know it too,” I said while holding him by the shoulders

“I-I-I-” Midoriya styttered the entire time propbavly confused on how I knew that

I saw behind him was Bakugou and I could tell he was listening on as he was walking into his room

I pushed Midoriya away and looked at him angrily

“How could you not tell me something like this?” I asked him angrily

“Because it has bothing to do with you!” Bakugou angrily says and was about to slam the door shut but then I caught it and slammed the door back open

“Bakugou you're my best friend and I guess it’s been so long but nothing will change that between us. Same goes for you Midoriya. I don't my own best friends keeping secrets from me,” I said to both of them

We were all quiet everyone starring away from each other

“You are all going into my room to discuss this situation and exactly what you two know!” I demanded then held both of their hands

“Because y’all are like brothers to me and I love you both,” I said in a calmer tone

In the end we all did go into the room but we got to learn more about each other

Even though Bakugou always had to fight with Midoriya but I still know that they see each other like best friends

Guess now I can finally use my saying in the end of part 1

“This psycho is out,” Aliyah says with a wink

[rasterized]

hey. rising angels reborn has some Good Lesbians

[lordmushroomkat]

《The strong association of PCOS with cis womanhood, the defining of it as a disorder or syndrome, and its framing as a “women’s health issue” obscures the fact that PCOS is a natural hormonal variation, an endocrine difference that is illustrated through secondary sex characteristics. 

During my initial search for resources and community, I also learned that PCOS, given its characterization as a hormonal variance, falls under the intersex umbrella. This intersex umbrella covers a wide range of “individuals born with a hormonal, chromosomal, gonadal or genital variation which is considered outside of the male and female norms,” and PCOS meets that definition. 

This is not an attempt to sway every person who has PCOS to identify themselves as intersex—though it is an acknowledgment that we have the option and the right to do so if it rings true to us. Rather, this is to say that shifting my perspective on PCOS and viewing it through an intersex lens allowed me to better understand it as a natural human variation rather than an affliction causing my body to do the “wrong” thing. 

“I believe that someone with PCOS has every right to use the term intersex for themselves if they want, but I also understand it if they don’t,” said writer and intersex advocate Amanda Saenz.

“As an advocate and an intersex person, I opt to use a definition of intersex that is open ended and expansive,” Saenz explains. “The experiences that a term like ‘intersex’ hopes to define include differences in hormonal production and hormone reception, and the phenotypic effects these differences have on the body. To me, this is inclusive of things like PCOS.”

Discussing PCOS in this way is often met with indignation and resistance. Our society has a hard time separating gender from sex. This has resulted in a widespread misunderstanding of intersex identity as equivalent to transgender identity. Many who vehemently resist the idea of PCOS being under the intersex umbrella do so because they categorically link “female” with “woman,” and therefore misinterpret any acceptance of intersex identity as a denial of womanhood. Moreover, the stigma around and marginalization of intersex communities prevents many people from feeling comfortable with embracing it. 

“You can be intersex and cisgender, transgender, or nonbinary. The ‘opposite’ of intersex is endosex, not cisgender,” explained Eshe Kiama Zuri, founder of U.K. Mutual Aid. As a nonbinary intersex person, Zuri approaches these ideas with a clear understanding of how the bodies of intersex individuals as well as many people with PCOS interrupt binary thinking about both sex and gender. 

“The resistance to PCOS falling under the intersex umbrella is due to a white supremacist society’s desperation to cling to binary genders, which we know [have been] used as a colonial tool of control,” they offer. 

The same medical and surgical interventions that legislators seek to ban trans and nonbinary people from accessing—which would be gender-affirming, life-saving care for them—are often forced on intersex infants and children who are unable to consent. This is done in efforts to align intersex bodies with social expectations of female and male, man and woman; the same logic undergirds the societal and medical pressure to “feminize” the female-assigned bodies of PCOS patients. 

PCOS is “shockingly common [and] the most frequently occurring hormone-related disorder.” However, according to Medical News Today, “up to 75% of [people] with PCOS do not receive a diagnosis for their condition.” If we were to understand and accept something like PCOS as intersex, considering how “shockingly common” it is, the dominant idea of binary sex, with intersex being thought of as nothing more than a fringe occurrence, would be shattered. 

“PCOS is only one of many conditions that could fall under the intersex umbrella, and care for people with PCOS would be considerably better if it wasn’t for the forced gendering and resistance to providing actual support for people with PCOS, even if it challenges society’s ideas of gender,” says Zuri. 

Combating myths built around the gender and sex binaries would create more space to understand PCOS traits as part of normal human variation, rather than inherent problems to be fixed, symptoms to be eradicated. As Zuri so beautifully put it, “When we start to accept that this is not a body behaving ‘wrong’ and it is just a body, we stop blaming and punishing people for how their bodies work and start challenging societal expectations.”》

I was fucking right!

[princeminnow]

hii!! i rlly rlly rlly like ur blog!!! also, i saw ur post abt nightmares and as someone who has frequent ones, i'm here if u ever wanna talk abt em!

i also love ur icon!! kion rules! -rileys-castle

oh thank u!!! thats so sweet thank u so much ;-; abt liking my blog + the offer. nightmares rly are no fun, esp this kind i had this time that happens sometimes where th dream isnt scary til i wake up n process and then feel mega gross abt it

i rly gotta rewatch the lion guard tbh i love the lion guard!! maybe make some icon edits idk.. kions a good bean i think he takes after his grandpa a lot in a lot of ways ;w; i also rly like fuli and jasiri and rani… and kiara n kovu n vitani of course, i used to watch tlk2 on vhs almost on repeat. also i think tiifu and zuri are gfs n i love them

[atempause-art]

they are too half assed to be uploaded on my th gallery so i’m just gonna link them in profiles where the design notes are i guess lmao. not like anyone would ever click on it but whatevs

Reed, Jackie, Zuri, Curro, Nedjem and Trevion

[sketch-guardian]

Hi hi! I'm back with another ask once again! Would any of your OCs do a pact with MC? And why? 👀👀

- Isa

Also wanted to tell you to take care of yourself!!! Drink some water and have some sleep if you haven't lately!!! You already likely have a busy life but always takes time to answer these questions with so much detail, I hope you're doing well!

Hello again! Thank you very much for your concern😳it's very kind of you and I'm grateful for your patience,since I often do not reply immediately🙈and for the fact that my answers seem satisfying enough too,that makes me really happy☺In any case,I hope you're taking care of yourself too💖Now let's move on to your question! (I decided to use some old sketches as reference images this time🙈)

WOULD ANY OF THE RAD CLASSMATES MAKE A PACT WITH MC? WHY?

DEMYA

Maybe. However MC would need a lot of time before they can ease Demya into even considering the idea and given her childhood,it's understandable. Demya spent her youth in chains and a muzzle,she had to fight tooth and nail to regain her freedom,so the idea of losing it again and to be deprived of her free will at any time... doesn't excite her much. As time goes on with MC,Demya may start to reconsider,viewing it more as an opportunity to protect her partner rather than a trap,but it would take a lot of trust (note: Demya has never been summoned)

DOMNRA (MOBIM)

Yes. It might seem strange given his closed and grumpy character,but deep down Domnra has always wanted someone with whom he could share such a deep bond,different from the one he has with Mobim,and in a certain sense almost more... romantic. It would make him feel important to be summoned whenever MC is in danger, it would certainly benefit his self-esteem (however he would rather die than admit that, so it would be up to his partner to propose). Furthermore MC would kill two birds with one stone with a pact like this, because Domnra and Mobim share a soul, so by controlling one of the them, the other would also obey. To make such a pact however, the consent of both is needed. Mobim might be nervous about the whole ordeal, but the prospect of being around MC without Domnra getting into trouble should be enough to convince it

AZUL

Yes. Azul is the most likely to agree to make a pact with MC, hell he could even come up with the idea himself first, after all it's not the first time he's made a deal with a human being, the only difference is that all the previous humans have lost their souls, while Azul would never dream of asking MC for such a thing, his lovely star is too precious and must be protected. Azul would also see the pact in a positive light, because not only does it bind him to MC, something he would be proud of, but it would also make him less unstable from a certain point of view, given that a simple command from MC would be enough to prevent his feelings from getting the upper hand (he would also probably tease the seven brothers too, pointing out the fact that even if he isn't one of the seven deadly sins,he was still chosen by MC)

ZURI

Yes. However,the pact would happen only after a long time, that is when Zuri would be absolutely certain of MC's devotion and loyalty towards her. Zuri has quite a cold heart, hard to melt, always guarded from being hurt again, especially after her fall from grace, so if she even considered making a pact with MC, that would be the real deal, such pact would demonstrate their love,it would be the proof of their bond and would almost be equivalent to a marriage, because it would last until death does them apart. Zuri would also not allow her submitting to the will of a human to tarnish her reputation, she would be able to silence any demon who has something against it

ODON

Probably no. It seems quite unexpected considering Odon's kind attitude and their eagerness to make friends, but there's something that would explain why making a pact with Odon wouldn't be a good idea. Odon's a very powerful demon and putting their powers at the full service of another living being could be very risky, not only for MC, but also for the safety of Devildom. Odon isn't sure how MC's body would react to their pact, but they have some assumptions based on past experience that they'd rather not disprove. Moreover the idea of ​​being able to be controlled makes Odon a little uncomfortable, so they would prefer to have a different bond with their dear friend, after all their eye-like creatures are enough to watch over them and MC would just need to call their name to "summon them". So between Odon and MC there would be a sort of unofficial pact

(BONUS):

WHERE WOULD THE PACTS MARKS OF THE RAD CLASSMATES BE ON MC'S BODY?

DEMYA

Tongue

DOMNRA (MOBIM)

Lower back, sacral region

AZUL

Right side of the chest

ZURI

Base of the back of the neck

ODON

One of the eyelids

[shadowmooxn]

Genesis x Zuri

"Zuri!" Genesis shouted out when he desperately tried to keep up when the dark hair female have looked over her shoulder, watching her auburn-haired friend ran after her in what is clearly to be an annoyed expression.

A light but playful giggle escaped her lips when she rounded another corner of the ShinRa building. Genesis was a great friend of hers, but he was far too fun to mess with. His infatuation with his favorite book, LOVELESS, was a tool that Zuri all too commonly exploited for a few laughs. Sure, he was fast and agile. But, her feminine form gave her a distinct advantage over him. He was going to be angry, if not enraged if he wasn't already. Maybe the roof would be a great new home for the book.

However, she had not been paying much attention and had taking mostly random turns around the halls. when she found herself cornered at a dead end. The sound of his heavy footstep told her that he wasn't far behind. The corridor was fairly narrow, so attempting to dart past him was a risky maneuver. But she didn't have much time to think of her other options before she was pushed up against the wall forcefully by another body. His vibrant, blue eyes bore into hers, clearly unhappy with her. Though, he more resembled a child about to throw a tantrum than an angered adult male

"Hello Gen, Gen" Zuri cooed, turning up the charm on trying to soften the male up and try to lighten the mood a bit with a smiled "What's up?"

"You know exactly what's up, give me back LOVELESS." He growled, with both hands placed out on the wall, trapping her effectively.

"LOVELESS? I haven't seen it..." She said innocently, fingering the pages and binding of the book though she have to be crafty if she wanted to prolong her mischief, "Honestly, Genesis, I haven't seen it anywhere."

"Please." He snickered a little but stilled trapping the female between himself and the wall behind her so no other escape would occur "Give it back, Zuri"

"Aw, Gen-Gen, how about we have a trade?" She suggested, keeping the book snugly behind her back in order to prevent him from any sudden attempts at stealing it back.

He snorted, at the idea then again would he have a another choice for it "All right. I'll spare your life in exchange for LOVELESS."

"You're no fun." Zuri pouted after hearing such words coming from him while gripping the book even tighter.

"Well then, SOLDIER 1st Class Zuri, what do you want?" Genesis questioned plainly. which did made her appeared to be stumped for a bit, trying to find a good option, before a wicked, near diabolical idea came to mind, "I'm waiting, Zuri. I don't have all day." He huffed a bit impatient when she tittered for a few moments, just imagining his response to her request.

His brow arched at her sudden laughter as Zuri looked up at him with a smirk on her lips "I want a kiss." she giggled on wanted to see his reaction to it.

"Excuse me?" He sputtered, recoiling in disbelief, clearly not expected it at all when he stare at her on not being sure if she's serious.

"You heard me right, Genesis Rhapsodos." Zuri tapped her index finger on her chin while containing an innocent expression.

"A kiss on the lips." His expression was indeed an adventure from start to finish. Where Zuri had caught him off guard well

"I'm waiting, Genesis. Unless, of course, you really don't want LOVELESS back." She smiled, on her mockery was well played. Sure, that involved a bit of manipulation, but she had to see if he would follow through on his end of the deal.

Sure enough, Genesis really wanted that book back. Sighing, he muttered that she should close her eye's. Zuri obeyed him, waiting. Then she felt it, ever so tender and warm. His lips were surprisingly soft pressed against her. He was a little stiff from embarrassment, but a talented kisser none the less.

Zuri encircled her arms around his neck, one hand playing with his pierced ear. The shiver that ran through his body further emboldened her. Though the female is rather inexperienced, gently moved her lips against his, coaxing him to take it a step further. He was stubborn as a mule and didn't budge.

God, he could be so childish and arrogant sometimes. And yet, simultaneously adorable. but she was surprised that he hadn't tried to take advantage of the situation and steal LOVELESS back, probably because of the position she had put herself in to keep the book out of his grasp. The close proximity allowed her to feel the heat radiating off his cheeks.

Zuri would have continued kissing the auburn-haired male, but the slow, yet almost sarcastic clapping tugged her out of her haze. In fact, it brought the two out of the moment to focus on reality. There, standing not more than fifteen feet away were Angeal and Sephiroth, the latter of the duo was twirling a digital camera by the strap. Both of them chuckling with enormous, amused smirks on their features. Genesis' head whipped around, a look of absolute mortification on his face. It could be safely said that his entire face was a lovely shade of crimson.

"Well, well, well," Sephiroth snickered, "I knew you were close with Zuri, Genesis. But I have to admit, I didn't quite think you two were that close."

"Sephiroth! Angeal! Th-this isn't what it looks like! I swear!" He tried to explain, moving his arms from the wall to free her and turn around to face his comrades.

"I'm not so sure, Genesis. The proof really is in the pudding this time." Angeal jerked his thumb to the camera in Sephiroth's hand. They had caught those two in the act and red handed. Genesis stuttered for a few moments, making various hand gestures and expression as he tried to explain his actions where she have decided to help him out a little bit,

"Aw Gen, there's no need to be so embarrassed. You were a really great kisser, after all." She crooned, feigning innocence. He shifted his attention to her, whirling around to face the female. He looked so betrayed. In fact, he had been betrayed by the three. And it was fully possible that more could join them if Sephiroth and Angeal decided to abuse the picture that they had taken. While Zuri would be the subject of great rumor and embarrassment, so she figured it was going to be worth it. Genesis' face was no longer a crimson, but rather a deep shade of burgundy.

"Any dates planned yet?" Sephiroth hummed, egging Genesis on. It didn't take her long to remember a little something,

"Hey, Gen, I almost forgot, here's LOVELESS back. I mean, you kissed me, so I should hold up on my end of the deal." Zuri explained, arms outstretched with the book in her hands. as she had efficiently worsened his situation to the outside viewer, but the look on his face and blush adorning his cheeks was priceless.

"Hmm, I bargain? You were deeper in with Zuri than I previously thought." Angeal noted amusedly, "I can assure that things are going to get very interesting for you two."

Genesis appauled at the behavior became incensed. Snatching the book from her stands then the male would strode past angrily

"You all suck." He growled, before storming off from being angry and at the same time embarrassed.

[chunilgi]

It’s June 26th, 2019 and I just had the worst melt down ever. I deactivated all my sns accounts and I don’t plan on reactivating them anytime soon. I have never felt this emotionally drained in so long and I can’t seem to figure out how to cope with this pain.

 Zuri and I were just having a very casual conversation when all of a sudden, a notification pops up on the side of my screen. It was Steph. She left a comment on a post that I tagged Zuri in. The post was about PLM offering free education for those who aspire to become Music majors. I tagged him in the post because he once told me that when he figures the rest of his life out, he might try and give music (as a course) a shot. To tell you the truth, the moment I read the notification I literally just froze and my entire body felt cold. I clicked the notification anyway. “B, good read to ah <3” it read. I didn’t know what to feel. Was I supposed to be angry? Sad? Insulted? Hurt? I really didn’t know. All I knew was I needed to talk to Zuri about it. So I did.

 “i’m so tired, zu.” was all I could say. It spoke volumes considering how things have been going for me this past month. I really was tired. But it was magnified a thousand-fold when I read that comment. I felt like every ounce of my self-worth went down the drain and I couldn’t do anything about it. I was tired. I really was. I’ve spent weeks and weeks sulking over the situation I was in with Zuri but he always found it in himself to reassure me that it was all going to end soon. I wish I had the energy to compile all the times he promised me he would get it together and he would make us work and he would take responsibility for my feelings. He planted an idea in my head that maybe things would be smooth sailing between us. I was wrong.

 He gave up on us so quickly. All he had to say for himself was an apology for hurting me and that he would understand if I chose to walk away. I’ve always made it clear that walking away was never one of my options because I wanted us to work. I really wanted us to be okay. He made so many promises and I was holding on to each and every one of those. It never occurred to me that he would let all of that go and wouldn’t bother fighting for us at all.

 Zuri, if there’s any chance in the world that you’re reading this… wasn’t I worth fighting for? Am I not enough for you to want to straighten your life out? I guess I was just another one of those people in your life who served a certain purpose. I was just an emotional punching bag for you for all those times that you had to let off steam, nothing more. Maybe the anonymous messages I received were right. You were going to leave me all along.

[waltzshouldbewriting]

The Klavier (Nacht Story 5)

Sirens blared, jerking Chay out of her daydream.  

It's just a drill, she reminded herself. It had been a week since the last aerial strike, and a ceasefire was being negotiated, but Sakai authorities would still want drills at a regular schedule. Just in case.

Chay sighed, shutting off her vacuum and walking towards the small bomb shelter in the basement of the house. She didn't know how Ms. Zuri kept her shelter, but she hoped it wasn't flooded like many of the public shelters she had been down before. She pushed open the trap door, lowering herself down onto the ladder, and descended down into the dark.

She landed on solid, dry ground, but coughed as dust began to stir. She put her hand against the wall, guiding her, as she searched for a light switch. She eventually found one covered in cobwebs. When she flicked the light switch on, two dim lights flickered on.

The room felt small, but only because the amount of stuff packed in. Three bookshelves and a small table were stacked with books, boxes, and chests, and a stack of paintings leaned against the wall. A lot of people kept valuables in the bomb shelter, but Chay had never seen one so crowded.  She was less surprised at the dust - Ms. Zuri and her children spent almost no time at home. Ms. Zuri's job at the hospital kept her there at night and often through the day, and her children slept over at their aunt's often.

At least it's not flooded, Chay said, dusting off a bench and sitting down. She leaned her head back against the wall, wishing she could do something. She was unused to being alone during drills - alone wasn't even in her family's vocabulary most of the time. Chay glanced around the room, wondering if it would be a breach of privacy to read any of the books. She glanced at a familiar book on the table, remembering reading it as a little girl. It was a well-known book, so it couldn't possibly be wrong to-

Chay frowned, realizing the weird shape of the table. It was taller than it was wide, with only a foot of width and a gentle slope down. It was made of the same wood as the bench, and Chay found herself starting to wonder...

No, she told herself. But she stood up anyways, walking towards the object. She picked up the books, jewelry box, and box of photos off of the top, and dusted it off.  The sloped part was definitely a lid, and she slowly began to lift it up.

"You're kidding," Chay muttered to herself, looking down at klavier keys. They were white on black, not black on white like the klavier Chay grew up with, and the notes were slightly out of tune. But it was a klavier.

Chay dragged the bench over and sat down, playing a quick scale. The keys felt cold to her touch, and the pedals creaked when she tried them out. Still, she hadn't even realized there was a klavier in the city, and even though it had only been a month since she last touched a klavier, it felt like an eternity.

Chay took a deep breath, bringing back memories of her last practices. What had she been learning again? It was a lilting song, kind of like a lullaby. How did it start again?

She gently played the starting chord with her right hand, repeating an arpeggiated pattern, and before she knew it she was pulled into the klavier.

"Dolce!"

Chay startled. She turned to see Ms. Zuri behind her.

"You've been hear for almost an hour," Ms. Zuri said, crossing her arms.

Chay blushed. "Sorry. I got... distracted."

"Your parents are probably worried," Ms. Zuri said. "You should hurry home."

Chay nodded. "You're right. I'll see you around."

"Dolce, your skirt is wrinkled," her mother chided.

Chay sighed, putting down her spoon of oatmeal. "That's what happens when you only have a small space to put clothes."

"You can do better," her mother replied.

"Maybe tomorrow," Chay replied. "I'm going to be late."

"Late for what?" Her mother asked.

"Oh, uhm, I promised Tarō I'd help out with... things before school," Chay lied. She finished the last bite of her oatmeal, grabbed her jacket, and sped out the door.

She jogged down the street, still having a free hour before she was expected at school - if it could be called that. She originally headed for her usual rooftop hideaway, hoping that maybe Matt or Volpe - her only two friends who knew her hideouts - would seek her out before she was stuck all day, but half-way there she decided against it.

I can't just go into her house without permission, Chay told herself, decidedly turning back on her original path.

Still, another voice argued. It's not like you're stealing anything. Chay stopped and turned back to her detour.

It's breaking her trust. I can't do that.

With a sigh, Chay turned back to her earlier path. But she looked back over her shoulder again.

"You know, it's gene-generally n-not a g-good ide-dea to look so co-confused in a city."

Chay sighed, turning to the voice of her friend. "Matt. How long have you been there?"

Matt was leaning against the wall of restaurant, munching on an apple.  He shrugged as an answer to Chay's question.

"D-don't have a b-better place t-to be," he replied. "You seem to have t-to many."

Chay sighed. "I just - I kinda want to - you know, it's complicated."

"I have t-time," Matt said.

"You know Ms. Zuri?" Chay asked. Matt nodded. "I was at her house yesterday, during the drill, and her shelter... well it has a klavier."

"A what?" Matt asked.

"It's an instrument," Chay replied. "More Erebuian than anything you've probably heard. But I grew up with it, and I... I miss it."

"So why c-can't you j-just ask M-Miss Zuri if you c-can pl-play it?" Matt asked.

"I-" Chay started. "I, actually, hadn't thought about that. She's usually on break about now, I think..."

"Th-then ask."

Chay nodded. "Right. That would be the logical thing to do." She gave Matt a smile. "See you tonight?"

Matt nodded. "See you."

"You stood me up!" Volpe complained, coming down the ladder.

Chay flinched, once again interrupted mid-song. "Is it that late already?"

Volpe sighed. "You know, you never practiced this much back when you lived with a klavier."

"I guess I took it for advantage," Chay said.

"I feel a little taken advantaged of," Volpe complained.

"It's not like it was a date," Chay argued. She immediately flushed at the thought, and quickly covered up the remark. "There's five of us."

"Yes, but I prefer hanging out when you're there," Volpe said. He also seemed a little flushed. "I mean, well,  Tarō is too competitive for me to handle without you there."

"It won't happen again," Chay said. "It's just... nice to have a way to escape. Really escape."

Volpe smiled. "It must be. You should be heading back. You're family will get nervous."

Chay sighed. "You think they'd realize I can handle myself by now."

"Where have you been going recently?" Gio demanded, blocking her way to her room.

"Why do you care?" Chay asked, crossing her arms.

"You seem... happier," Gio said.

"I'm always happy," Chay said.

"Not like this," Gio replied. "You're like, energetic happy."

"Must be all of those fruits I've been eating," Chay replied. "Now, move."  

"You see, that's not happy," Gio said.

"I'll make you unhappy," Chay replied. "If you don't move."

"I just want to know how you're doing it," Gio argued. "We're all suffering here. If you know some way to help that, tell us. Or just me."

"And have you impede on my only sense of peace?" Chay asked.

"I wouldn't do that," Gio promised. "I'm here all the time, Chay, looking after Zandro and Vic. I need an escape."

"Fine," Chay relented. "Just try not to ruin mine."

"This is someone's house," Gio noted.

"I have permission," Chay replied.

"Sure," Gio said, but he didn't argue as Chay unlocked the house with the key she had been entrusted. She led Gio down the stairs to the trapdoor, and opened a trapdoor.

"That's a bomb shelter," Gio noted.

"Just full of observations today," Chay replied. "Come on."

The room was still dusty and cluttered, and Gio coughed as he stepped down from the ladder. Chay flicked the switch on and walked over to the klavier, and lifted the lid.

"No way," Gio said, walking up to the klavier. "Does it work?"

Chay nodded. "Remember how to play?"

"A little."

Gio and Chay sat side by side on the bench. Gio played a five-note sequence on the keys. "It's even in tune. Almost."

"Just be careful of the middle D," Chay said. "It keeps sticking. And the C5 and C sharp 5 play at the same time, when you hit the C sharp. It's very annoying."

"Still, I didn't expect to see one of these on this side of the country," Gio commented. "You remember that duet we used to play?"

"Nope," Chay replied. "But I can teach you a more advanced one."

"You weren't that much better than me," Gio answered.

"I was," Chay said.

"Even if you were, you can't say that," Gio continued. "I'm the older sibling. It's just the way things work."

Chay rolled her eyes. "Whatever makes you feel better, Ei."