#the hilarious catch 22 of it all is that I don't really have a chance of making maybe some actual money off of writing
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savrenim · 1 year ago
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the worst bit about being Super Excited about a new original project is, like. the knowledge that. at best. people aren't going to see it for a year and a half to two years. and that it's really hard to go "hey trust me I'm going to have something so cool in like two years so please stick around now"
#my life#writing#and honestly that would be if I had time to legit work on it every day or at least on a solid weekly basis#which I. am not really sure that I will.#given that (a) I have a bunch of open projects including open original projects that I also need to be working on#but more importantly (b) right now my financial situation is such that if given the choice between working overtime and writing#I *NEED* to choose overtime#and will continue to need to choose overtime for the forseeable future#quite possibly years of the forseeable future#really REALLY wish I was making enough money off of writing right now for it to be a regular thing in my life#the hilarious catch 22 of it all is that I don't really have a chance of making maybe some actual money off of writing#until I'm actually publishing original works#and I don't have time to work on original works bc everyone who is currently following me for writing cares about my fanfiction#hence what little time I have is going to that#leaving me unable to finish my original works and maybe turn this into enough of a career that I can do it as much as I want to#(although also who am I kidding my game plan is still publish all my original works for free / 'choose your own price')#(just kind of. mildly hoping. that enough people might like the thing to choose an average ebook price)#(and the money all works out)#just like. hnnng. I know I shouldn't complain bc I do have a solid job that pays well#I just have a household with a bunch of people relying on me for income and a bunch of moving expenses to pay off#and Actual Human Babies on the horizon#and a bunch of responsibilities to people who aren't me and I don't Regret it but every once in a while I stare#at the things I could be doing and wish that I didn't have to choose Responsibilities over Writing#(this is brought to you by The Heart And The Heartless being so fucking cool)
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poppadom0912 · 2 years ago
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Attempted kidnapping
Prompts 22, 23 and 38.
Requested by @multifandomgrl08
22 Let's get you out of these handcuffs.
23 We should get you to the hospital
38 Bite me
Characters: Jay Halstead x Reader, Hailey Upton
Summary: The aftermath of your attempted kidnapping.
A/N: This was requested so long ago, I'm sorry it took this long to write and publish but I kinda got lost in GCSE prep.
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You underestimated the power of handcuffs. Yes, you used it every day for work but that was on other people, you'd never found yourself in one till now and you felt like apologising for your aggression when you arrested criminals but then again, they were criminals, so no apology was needed.
"Bite me."
Huffing, you glared at the man who dropped unconscious, lying on the floor looking pretty dead but with his chest rising and falling steadily, you knew he was alive but just out for the count.
The handcuffs were tight, so despite your hands being in front of you and not behind your back, your movements were minimalised and there was only so much you could do.
With shaky legs, you made your way around the warehouse looking for where your kidnapper had chucked all of your belongings. If you could find your radio or even phone, you'd be able to let someone know your location since you could still move your fingers.
You didn't even have the chance to climb the stairs, exhaustion catching up to you as you squatted, catching your breath, and taking a break but your legs were too weak to hold your weight which led to you sitting cross legged on the cold concrete.
If you weren’t so tired, you'd be laughing. How you got kidnapped was beyond you, but it was definitely hilarious.
You were on the lunch run today and just as you collected the food, ready to put it in your car, you caught sight of men fighting in broad daylight and the officer in you took charge.
That's how you then found yourself waking up to being dragged by some ashy hands into this warehouse and your kidnapper had undermined you, allowing you to push him around a bit till he fell unconscious.
Licking your lips, you were surprised that they weren't chapped at all as you could taste a light hint of the chapstick you put on earlier today.
Just as you were going to get up and try to get up the stairs despite your inability to breath normally, you heard sirens before you saw the red and blue flashes through the murky windows.
You smiled at the familiar sound that assured you that there was no need to get up. God bless Intelligence.
Shouts soon echoed in the warehouse, all shouting 'Chicago PD' as they spread out, going their own ways as they looked for you and your kidnapper.
You would shout, alerting the team where you were but right now, you really couldn't be asked and you knew them, they'd come across you eventually.
And you were right. Shoes pounding against the concrete as they rounded the corner, guns held up as a precaution but as soon as the first person of the pair caught sight of your cross-legged figure, guns were lowered.
"Wassup?" You smiled lazily at the pair, waving with both hands.
"Are you okay? You hurt?" Jay immediately dropped to his knees, gun in his holster as he pushed your hair back to inspect what looked like bruises all along your arms and face.
Hailey was behind him, letting everyone know via radio that they found you and were all in one piece.
"I'm good, nothing but a bruised ego." You said, poorly pushing away his hands as he inspected everything he could see that looked a little off. "Also really, like really tired."
Your boyfriend took note of your eyes that were struggling to stay open, smiling as you yawned, covering your open mouth with the back of one hand but the other being dragged along with it.
"Let's get you out of these handcuffs." He said, finally noticing the metal bracelets you were wearing.
"Please." You begged, pushing your hands towards his chest, ignoring his chuckles at your desperateness. "Don't laugh, this isn't funny."
Jay nodded, acting as if he believes you. Frowning, you looked behind his shoulder at Hailey who smiled at you. "100 bucks I bet he was ripping his hair out when I didn't come back."
Ignoring his glare, you continued to stare at Hailey who pretended to think on what you said. "Something like that." She said, shrugging her shoulders.
"She's lying." Jay interjected before either of you could do anymore damage. "I was worried because you didn't come back with our lunch, you know we missed breakfast." He looked at you expectantly, pushing the blame all onto you.
Your brain felt like mush, no sort of comeback coming to mind as you pouted in silence as your hands were freed from imprisonment.
Sighing in relief, you rubbed your bruised wrists to relieve the pain you thought would never end. Mumbling a thank you to your boyfriend for the miracle he performed, you let your head fall onto his shoulder, eyes closed as you breathed in his comforting scent.
"Gosh, I love you." You said into his neck, feeling as his body vibrated against yours when he laughed.
"Mhmm." Jay looked down at you adoringly, his tone playful and filled with faux disbelief.
"Let's get you to the hospital." He poked your bicep, looking up at Hailey as he mentioned the hospital.
Humming against his skin, you heard Hailey's retreating steps and the two of you were finally left alone.
"Is the food still in my car?" You asked, allowing him to carry half your weight on his side as you walked very slowly. "I'm starving."
"We all are considering someone selfishly decided to get kidnapped." He humoured you as you used all your effort to pick your head up and glare at him.
"No one’s letting this go, are they?"
"Nope."
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kiwiimmellon134 · 4 years ago
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TURN IT OFF — PART ONE
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summary — in which a gemini wedding doesn’t go as planned
word count — somewhere around 2.5k
paring(s) — vampire!poe dameron x fem!witch!reader / rey x warlock!ben solo
warning(s) — angst, a wedding, blood
notes — heavily based off of jo and alaric satlzman’s wedding scene from the vampire diaries. also the solo twins are in this so ben and kylo are different people in this
The wedding of Ben Solo and Rey was an event you worked your ass off to plan. Even though you was a witch, a wedding was something you wanted to plan naturally. No magic involved. Being a Gemini witch, however, did have its perks but it have many more disadvantages.
You were not born a twin, however Ben was a twin. They weren't 22 yet, which meant they were safe. But when they do turn 22, Ben and his twin would have to do something called the Merge. It's when two Gemini twins merge their magic. It's a battle of will and power.
The strongest twin will absorb the other twin's magic while the weaker twin dies. Then the victorious twin will lead the Gemini coven until the next line of Gemini twins are born. Now, Ben's twin— Kylo Ren— was put into a prison world because Kylo killed his foster family.
He was a sociopath. And the Gemini's locked him away. Ben and Lysa lived their lives free of Kylo Ren's shadow. Ben met Rey through you and they fell in love. You also had your own fair share of love with Poe Dameron.
You exhaled quietly and rubbed your hands together nervously, looking at the altar you prepared. You were wearing your bridesmaid's dress since you were the maid of honor. The dress was a nice lavender color and nearly touched the floor.
"Hey," A voice said from behind you. You turned around and smiled, already knowing who the voice belonged to. "Hi," You replied. Poe Dameron walked up to you, "You look nervous."
"It's not even my wedding and I'm anxious," You joked, laughing softly. Poe sighed happily and moved a strand of your hair behind your ear, "It's beautiful. Almost as beautiful as you."
You scoffed, "Get your twentieth century pick up lines out of here," You smiled.
"Oh come on, that line would've killed in the 90's," Poe replied.
"It's not the 90's, babe," You countered. You and Poe leaned in for a kiss. Another voice shouted your name, making you and Poe pull away from each other. Ben Solo beamed happily and walked up to his cousin.
"Hey, Ben," You smiled, hugging him.
"It's beautiful. You outdone yourself," Ben replied, hugging you back. You shook her head and pulled away from Ben, "It was nothing."
"So," Ben asked, looking over Poe and you, "When are you two gonna seal the deal?"
"We can't," You said softly. You and Poe looked at each other sadly and then Ben frowned, "Right."He said, "I'm sorry I forgot. He's immortal. And you're not."
"Yeah..." Poe mumbled.
"But that doesn't mean we don't love each other," You said, trying to lighten the mood again. "Right, Poe?" You asked, looking up at him and grabbing his hand.
"Of course," Poe answered, interlocking his fingers with yours.
"I'm gonna go finish getting ready," Ben said, "It's good to see you both." You and Poe smiled and Ben left you two alone.
"We could still do it," You said once Ben was out of earshot. Poe shook his head, "I'm not letting you throw away your magic for me. You love being a witch."
"Yes, but I love you too," You replied, letting go of his hand and turning her body to face him. "And if being with you means I have to give up my magic... Then fine. I'll give up my magic."
"Can-Can we talk about this later?" Poe asked. You nodded in agreement, "Yeah... The-The wedding starts soon... So... I need to go find Rey and make she's ready."
"Hey," Poe said softly, "Just because I don't want to turn you doesn't mean I don't love you." You nodded, "I know. You're just thinking about what would happen after... And I understand. It's risky turning a Gemini witch."
"I love you," Poe said.
"I love you too," You replied. You backed away from Poe and walked down the hallway toward the dressing rooms. You opened the doors and saw Rose fixing Rey's hair.
"Hi," Rose said, looking over her shoulder. You smiled, "Hi." You moved next to Rey, "How you feeling?" You asked.
"Good. I feel fine," Rey replied.
"That's good." You said softly.
"What about you?" Rey asked, "Are you okay? You don't sound happy."
You shook her head and smiled, "It's nothing."
"No," Rose spoke up, "What wrong?"
"It's just... Me and Poe, I guess." You replied.
"Is everything okay between you two?" Rey asked, worried. You nodded again, "Yeah... We're fine. I think we're good."
"You sure?" Rey questioned, "You've been acting weird ever since you agreed to plan the wedding."
"It's just..." You shrugged, "I might not get to do this. So... If I can help my friends do this then... That's enough for me."
"Right," Rose nodded in understanding, "He's immortal and you're not." Rey sighed and turned around, causing Rose to drop her hands from Rey's hair.
"Is that why you're upset?" Rey asked, grabbing your hands. "Because you and Poe might not have the chance to live a normal life?"
"I want a life with him. I really do... But... Normal just seems weird when it comes to our current lives." You answered. You sighed and smiled weakly at Rey, "I'm happy for you."
"I know you're happy for me," Rey replied, "But I know right now you're not happy. Have you talked to Poe about this?"
You nodded, "Yeah... We've talked about it." You shook her head and pulled her hands away from Rey's. "You're getting married. We're not talking about my relationship until after you've said 'I do'." You said.
About an hour later and the wedding was about to start. The sun had gone down and the moon was just rising. You were talking to Poe while drinking a glass of champagne. You finished your glass and waited in the back for the music to start.
Ben was standing by the reverend in the front, waiting for the ceremony to start.
Everyone began finding their seats and you exhaled shakily. "You ready?" Poe asked, handing you a small bouquet of flowers. You nodded and took the flowers from his hands.
"Yeah. Let's do this." You replied. The music started playing and you and Poe hooked your arms together and walked down the aisle. You and Poe unhooked their arms and walked to opposite sides of the altar.
Finn and Rose walked out after them and then did the same thing you and Poe did. After a moment, Rey appeared in the doorway and walked down the aisle. She smiled at Ben as she got closer and he happily returned the favor.
Rey walked up the small flight of stairs and in front of Ben. They turned to each other. "Welcome family and friends on this magical evening," The reverend began. "To the wedding of Ben Solo and Rey. I believe Ben and Rey have prepared their own vows."
Rey turned to you and you stepped forward and took the bouquet of flowers from Rey's hand and backed up again. Rey and Ben grabbed each other's hands.
Ben cleared his throat, "Neither of us should be here right now. We've spent our live dodging fate... And beating the odds. But because we did... I got to meet you. The most beautiful, hilarious, and intimidatingly brilliant woman I have ever known. You've inspired me. You've shown me that happiness is actually something that I can have in my life."
You glanced past Rey and Ben and met eyes with Poe. You smiled at him and he smiled back. "And so," Ben pulled the ring out from his pocket, "I promise to be with you and love you and dodge fate with you..."
Ben picked up Rey's hand and slid the ring up her finger, "For the rest of our lives."
Rey smiled as a single tear rolled down her cheek. Ben beamed at her and Rey couldn't keep her smile back. "Rey?" The reverend asked.
"Oh God," Rey said, "That's gonna be tough to beat." Rey sighed softly and grabbed Ben's hands, "Here goes. You are—"
Suddenly the doors flew open, catching everyone's attention. Kylo Ren stepped into the room and looked around.
"Oh my God," You whispered shakily.
"How are you here!?" Anakin Skywalker shouted, standing up.
"It took my forever, but I finally escaped your prison world," Kylo said.
Ben put a protective arm out toward Rey. "I was gonna wait until the 'till death do us part' bit, but... Seemed a little on the nose." Kylo added.
"Anyways, you all should watch what you put in your drinks. You don't know who could link all the Gemini's together." Kylo pulled out a knife and stabbed his hand. You exclaimed in pain, as did all the other Gemini's in the room.
You looked down at her hand and saw blood coming from her palm, although there was no wound, the pain felt too real. Ben winced and Rey looked at Kylo then Ben fearfully.
"What are you doing?" Katnina Arami asked.
"Isn't it obvious?" Kylo asked, "I'm killing you all." Kylo raised his hand and a loud ringing echoed in everyone's head causing them to scream in pain. Nearly half of the people in the room passed out from the pain. Kylo jerked his hand, causing the window to shatter inwards.
Kylo turned the knife on himself and stabbed himself in the heart. You screamed in pain, as did Ben along with the Gemini's in the room. "No!" Poe shouted. He used his vampire speed to get to you before your body hit the floor.
"Oh my God!" Rose shouted.
"Ben!" Rey yelled.
Poe bit into his wrist and held the open wound to your lips, "Come on, drink it. Come on..." Poe mumbled. You slowly grabbed Poe's wrist and pulled it closer to your mouth, drinking a couple drops of his blood to try and heal you.
Rose rushed down to Ben and Rey and tried to stop the bleeding from Ben's chest. "Why isn't she healing?!" Poe asked, turned to look at Rose.
"I think their lives are linked to Kylo's. Whatever happens to him happens to her and them..." Rose explained, crying softly. "I don't know what to do... I'm sorry."
Poe looked back down at you, "No, no, no, no. You're not dying." Poe said softly, "Not like this."
You coughed up some blood and cried in pain. "It's okay, I'm here," Poe said. Finn hurried to Poe and you as best as he could.
"It's..." You whispered, "It's okay..."
Poe brought you closer to him, "You're not dying like this," He said softly. You slowly moved her hand on top of his, "It's okay..." You managed to say softly, "I love you..."
"I love you too..." Poe replied, moving your hair from your face, "I love you too..." Poe could hear your heartbeat slowing down by the second.
"Ben..." Rey cried, her hands on either side of his face. "I'm sorry..." Ben whispered weakly. You exhaled softly and her hand fell from Poe's and onto the ground. Ben's head turned to the side and he closed his eyes.
"No!!" Rey screamed. Rose wrapped her arms around Rey in a comforting hug.
"Hey..." Finn spoke softly to Poe. Poe shook his head and lifted you up to him, he cried into your shoulder. Finn put a comforting hand on Poe's shoulder while also trying not to cry himself.
Poe pulled away from your corpse and looked around at the damage. There were dead bodies scattered around and glass littered on the floor. Then, you gasped for air and Poe looked down.
Finn, Rose, and Rey turned their heads in confusion. You coughed and groaned in pain.
"Holy crap..." Finn whispered.
"How are you here?" Poe asked softly, cupping the side of your jaw. You winced in pain and Poe saw a glimpse of what looked like vampire fangs.
Then he remembered you died with his blood in your system. "You need human blood." Poe said softly.
"Poe, what just happened?" Rose asked.
"She died with my blood in her system. She's in transition. She needs human blood." Poe said. Rose turned around and offered up her bloody hand, "Here."
Poe gently grabbed Rose's hand and led it to you. You looked at Rose's hand, smelling the blood on it. "It's okay. You need this to survive." Poe coaxed.
You took Rose's hand and licked a stripe of blood on the side of her thumb. Rose pulled her hand away and your eyes turned red and grey veins ran down from the bottom of your eyes.
"Poe?" You asked softly.
Poe helped you sit up. You looked around and barely remembered what happened before you died. You thought this was all a nightmare and you would wake up soon.
"What... What happened?" You asked.
But you were wrong.
"I'm sorry." Poe began, "Kylo came and he... He killed the entire Gemini coven by linking them together with some linking spell."
You shook her head in disbelief. You couldn't believe it. Your family was dead? Your witch coven was dead? Killed by someone you thought they handled a long time ago?
"No..." You shook her head, "No, no, no. You're..." You wanted to say 'lying' but you knew they were telling the truth.
"I'm so sorry, baby..." Poe said softly. Then Poe remembered what it's like being a newly turned vampire. "Hey," Poe said, gently grabbing the sides of your face, making you look at him.
"Listen to me, every emotion you're feeling right now it's heightened. It's bad, I know. You're feeling a lot of pain, right?" Poe asked. Now that he mentioned it, you did feel a lot of pain.
Your chest hurt, physically and metaphorically. Physically from being magically stabbed and metaphorically from your heart aching from losing your family.
Your mouth hurt. It was probably the vampire fangs growing in but damn did it hurt.
What you couldn't feel was your magic. It was the one thing you would have to give up to become a vampire. Your magic. You couldn't be a witch and a vampire at the same time. "But, you're gonna get through it, okay?" Poe added.
You had no idea what to do. You wanted to scream and cry. You wanted revenge. But the person that killed you and the Gemini's was already dead. You needed someone to blame. You thought it'd be easier to blame someone.
But you couldn't find anyone to blame. You pulled away from Poe and turned toward the ruins. You stood up on wobbly legs and Poe helped you stand on your own.
Behind you, Rose, and Finn stood up on their feet and watched the two vampires while Rey stayed by Ben's body. You took a couple steps forward before you turned back around.
"Why did this happen?" You asked, tears falling from your eyes.
"I don't know," Poe replied.
"They're all dead." You said, "My coven... My family. What am I supposed to do now?" You asked.
"I don't know what to do," You continued, "How am I supposed to— They were... I-I can't... I don't know how to..." You trailed off.
You began sobbing as you fell to your knees, overwhelmed with all kinds of emotions. Poe rushed to you and hugged you, bringing you close to him which allowed you to cry into his chest.
"I know... I'm sorry..." Poe whispered, stroking your hair.
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