#wanted to give her old hollywood waves but i stuck with the bangs instead

[nectar-cellar]

agnes crumplebottom makeover 🥺

her vibe reminds me of a sad vintage doll.

[devil-in-those-eyes]

One Day part 4-Rudy Pankow

Alright, my lovelies. I really hope you enjoy this part, i’m slightly nervous about it but fingers crossed. 

Warnings: Cursing, angst(?)

Taglist: @thebendslikebendover @awkwardnesshabitat @dpaccione @danicarosaline @infinityspacesuniverse @pogues-never-say-die @collectiveuniverses @jjmaybankx @1d5sosddl @k-k0129 @popcrone818 @starlightstories @jeyramarie @obxlife @angvelic @sovuckie @abigailpankow @rudypankow-whore @y0ungandfuckingdumb @her-silent-gaze @sunwardsss

~~ Y/N

           You wanted to bang your head against the table, mentally yelling at yourself for the events that unfolded two days ago. For the past forty-some hours you’ve been constantly talking down to yourself, trying not to relive the moment you let your emotions take over your head.

           You had a lot of How could you’s and an immense amount of you’re so stupid. Why did you let it happen? Was it being tucked away in his room, thinking about the last summer you spent together? Hearing that he hadn’t gotten rid of any pictures to do with you? The feel of his broad chest warming your back? The whisper of his breath across your shoulder and cheek?

           Whatever it was, you ended up shirtless with your nails racking down his chest and his tongue doing delicious things inside your mouth. It happened so quickly, one moment your looking at his pictures and the next you’re hearing him whisper I love you into your mouth.

           Fuck, I love you.

           It was such a sweet whisper, filled with desperation and following a hungry kiss, but it was enough to douse ice cold water over your whole body because as soon as you pushed him away, you saw the look in his eyes and it scared you.

           He meant it.

           Every time he told you that he loved you, he got this look in his eyes. As if electricity just rolled through his eyes and made them shine almost neon. As if he was discovering what heaven felt like, just by looking at you. Like you were his whole world and held his heart in your dainty hands. And when he told you two days ago, he had the exact same look in his eyes.

           You could see he was shocked by his own confession, like it rolled off of his tongue without a warning but instead of admitting you were still in love with him as well, you felt the tears well up in your eyes because he just once again shattered your heart, without even trying very hard.

           In the end, Rudy was leaving. You would be left as a memory inside his head, soon he’d forget his feelings, but you would be left with everything. The heartbreak. The sadness. The abandonment. The love. For a split second, you let yourself believe that one day was starting in that second, but with his murmur you were reminded that his career was just starting and his Hollywood life had no room for you.

           “Breakfast really that bad, hon?”

           You lifted your head from holding it up above your food and looked to see Penny sliding into the booth across from you. You cleared your throat, straightened your back and looked at your coffee, blinking a few times to get rid of the tears that were welling inside your eyes.

           “Hi, Penny,” you said softly, giving her a smile.

           Penny’s eyes stayed round as she nodded to your plate, “Not hungry?”

           “My eyes are bigger than my stomach,” you said, relaxing into the booth.

           “Honey… you haven’t touched it since it was brought out twenty minutes ago.”

           You stared at Penny and she briefly tilted her head, you looked over her shoulder and saw Alec and Henning sitting in a booth across the restaurant, they both gave a little wave before Alec threw a piece of toast at Henning, starting an all out food war.

           “I’m just not feeling well,” you tried to say, but it came out as a question.

           Penny breathed in deeply before resting her arm on the table, her chin in the palm of her hand. “I feel like I have pretty good mother’s intuition, yeah?” she asked, “good relationship with my sons?”

           Your eyebrows pulled together, wondering where Penny was going with this. You nodded slowly before she continued, “I don’t do a lot of meddling in their lives to make things easier, I let them work out problems, right?”

           “Um,” you hummed, still confused as hell.

           “I watched you and Rudy pine over each other for two years. I watched you two learn how to love, I was there for every fight, almost every happy moment.” Her soft smile faltered. “I didn’t tell Rudy how bad of an idea it was to break up with you, because I knew you two could do long distance. I saw you both fall apart and try to pick up the pieces.”

           You chin wobbled at her words and you quickly looked away. Along with Henning, Penny was another person you didn’t talk about your heart break with because she was Rudy’s mom. You had your own to run too and you never wanted to put her in an awkward position, but her words were really hitting you square in the chest.

           “Honey, I can’t sit back and watch you two do this to one another.”

           “He’s leaving,” you whispered. “He’ll forget about me.”

           Penny went silent for a moment, and you could have sworn she was agreeing with you in the midst of the silence until she said your name softly. “Y/N, he hated this pretty girl for about three months. When they ended things, his one explanation was, and I quote, ‘She wasn’t Y/N’.”

           You looked up at her, surprised but Penny wasn’t. She offered a half smile and slid out of her seat. She stood next to you and kissed your head, “give him a chance.”

           You looked at her as she stepped away, heading back to her sons. You sighed, her words leaving your brain feeling jumbled. Instead of her easing your on going mental war, it only made it worse and you ended up just not touching your breakfast and going to work with your head in the clouds.

           “Listen, I gotta tell you something, but I don’t think you’re going to care.” Kennedy said as you sat in your family room and watching some TV.

           You two had been on the phone for the last twenty minutes. It was late evening and your parents were out at dinner with friends, you didn’t really feel like being social so you opted out of meeting some friends at a bar and Kennedy had just walked into the bar because you could hear the music in the background. “What’s up?” you asked, laying down on the couch.

           “Tucker is here, wrapped around some girl.” Kennedy said with hesitation clear in her voice.

           There was no blow, no hurt that rippled through your chest because technically you two weren’t together. It almost made you feel better that Tucker was with someone else, so you didn’t have to feel guilty for being stuck in your feelings about Rudy.

           “Good,” you murmured, “maybe now I wont have to have the ‘we shouldn’t see each other anymore’ speech.”

           “That would be ideal,” Kennedy said and sighed. “Are you sure you’re okay, Y/N?”

           “I’m good,” you lied. You just wanted to be alone tonight.

           “Rudy’s here,” she said softly. “You should come out.”

           “I just want to be alone,” you said and tried to give your tone a bit more pep. “Listen, have fun tonight, okay?”

           “Yeah,” Kennedy sounded unconvinced but you two hung up.

           Penny’s words rang deeply inside your head and had been doing so all day. You were almost over it, over the self doubt and the sadness and heartbreak, but you needed one last night before you started to pick yourself up again. You didn’t see a light at the end of the tunnel, but one day you would. Soon, Penny would see that you and Rudy weren’t meant to be.

           The idea of a future without Rudy in your life made tears well in your eyes.

           I’m not ready for that…

           You groaned and sat up. You made your way into the kitchen and grabbed out bottle of wine, but when you started uncorking it the doorbell rang. You first thought was that it was the girls coming to your rescue because you guys never allowed each other to wallow alone. Then the thought of Jamie flickered across your mind because you knew Kennedy would flap her lips to him and he would fly to you, but when you opened the door you realized you were completely wrong.

           “Hey,” Rudy breathed, shoving his hands into the front pockets of his jeans and looking at you.

           “Rudy,” you stumbled over his name, confused. “What’re you doing here?”

           Rudy stood in front of you in dark jeans and one of his old high school soccer sweatshirts, his light hair still unruly but he had shaven and his cheeks looked smooth. His eyes looked tired as he looked down at you, breathing in your sweats and t-shirt. For a split second, you wondered if his mom spoke to him and if she did, what did she say to him?

           “Kenn, uh, she told me you were staying in tonight,” he said, as if that gave him a good excuse as to why he was standing on your porch at 10:30 at night when all of your friends, plus his co-star, was at a bar in town.

           Remembering Chase, you looked around him to see if his friend was in his truck, but no one was there, so you looked back at him. Rudy closed his eyes and breathed out in a heavy puff of air, when he pried them back open he stared at you and began to crumble.

           “I just,” He groaned, “fuck.”

           You stomach swirled nervously as you held onto the doorknob, steadying yourself. He pulled a hand from his pocket and he touched his stomach, “I just gotta say something, then I’ll go. I’ll leave you alone.”

           You went to say his name, tell him not to bother because you couldn’t stomach it. You didn’t want to hear about how he still loves you, or how he couldn’t continue believing in one day because either way you would be left heart broken. He tells you he loves you, then what? Long distance?

           “I’m not giving up on us, I can’t give up, Y/N.” he breathed, as if his words knocked the air out of his lungs and he was struggling to breathe as he looked at you. His blue eyes searching yours. “I know you think I have but forgetting you would be impossible, learning to unlove you is like me trying to learn how to perform brain surgery, it’s just, it’s impossible, Y/N. It’s never going to happen.”

           Your bottom lip quivered as a barely there smile touched his face, hanging a hand on the doorframe. “Rudy,” you whispered.

           “I don’t expect you to love me the same way you did when we were kids, you have walls up and your guarded and scared, but I’m going to keep pushing. I’m going to break down these walls, you will love me unconditionally again.” He said, bringing his free hand to his chest, touching the space where his heart lay. “I refuse to give up on the way I feel about you, because fuck the distance. If I have to fly out every month to see you, or fly you to sets, I don’t give a fuck anymore, Y/N, because I love you.”

           Tears rolled down your cheeks and you quickly wiped them away.

           “I’m not standing here, expecting you to tell me you feel the same way, because I know it’s going to be a fight.” He reached out and touched his hand to your chin, tilting your eyes up to look at him. “Baby, if you want to date other people then that’s fine, but they better be prepared to fight for you, because we both know I love to play dirty and I’ll do whatever it takes to make us happen.”

           Stunned. Shocked. Astounded. All of the above was how you felt by his words. Rudy’s thumb brushed over your cheekbone as he took you in. No words passed between you two for a few seconds, his words ringing around inside of your head.

           Rudy stepped closer and leaned down, your eyes fluttering closed as his face neared yours. You felt the soft glide of his lips in the corner of your mouth. It was soft, a barely there kiss but your heart fluttered so deeply you felt it in your toes. He smelled delicious, like his musky cologne mixed with the Alaskan fresh air. He smelled like Rudy and it warmed your body.

           When he pulled away, his fingers dragged down your jaw and over your neck, sending goosebumps throughout every inch of your skin. He was still wearing his gentle smile when he turned away from you, leaving you melting on the floor because you believed every gentle threat in his words.

           Rudy was about to give the fight of his life, and he wasn’t letting you go so easily.

[robronsecretsanta]

a madness to the method

(AO3)

Rating: E

For @notforonesecond . Merry Christmas! From your Secret Santa. May this bring you as much joy as your presence on here brings me.

:::::

He stands there, script page in hand and a growing pit in his stomach, as Robert Sugden walks up to him with a grin.

“What you waiting for? Get your kit off.”

:::::

It’s his third big role, but the first one that actually means something, Aaron having acted in a couple of big-budget blockbuster films to date; the last two even giving him some lines and some stunts, the latter of which he’d done himself. But so far most of his career has involved plenty of little-known stage work and a few well-received indies, as well as a particularly popular episode of Black Mirror.

He’s fairly certain that’s what landed him this script, his wide body of emotionally driven work. Not every day a Frank Clayton production sends a part your way. Not every day Harriet Finch is attached to direct. (Aaron’s pretty sure he’s one of the few people who’s seen the entirety of her oeuvre, even purchased some of the early stuff on DVD, forcing his best mate Adam to sit through whole movie marathons of her work, dissecting every shot inch by inch.)

The film’s a period piece about two young men who fall in love as a war looms over them; two lovers star-crossed in one of the worst ways possible. Both stuck going to war terrified the other won’t come home. Only they do, if not a little emotionally scarred and a little physically injured. The reunion is emotionally sweet and full of hope — exactly the kind of story Aaron wishes he could have grown up with. Because sometimes a happy ending really makes a difference. He’d almost learned that hard way.  

“You sure you want to do this?” His mother asks, curled up on his sofa in his flat in North London and peaking up at him with big brown eyes through dark, bit-too-long bangs. “People might start asking whether you’re gay, love.”

Aaron understands her concerns and where she’s coming from. Doesn’t stop him from shrugging them off and holding firm to the feeling in his gut.

“Let them,” he says, lips downturned at the corners as he paces across the living room determinedly. “Not got anything to hide, have I?”

Despite all his bravado, there’s a flicker of doubt. If this somewhat calculated risk doesn’t pan out, it could be the end of the upward trajectory of his acting career. For all it’s progress on the LGBTQIA-depiction front, Hollywood itself isn’t as accepting of openly queer actors. And while Aaron won’t miss the perks of rising fame at all, he will miss getting to work on more interesting projects or movies, like this one.

Still, Aaron Dingle has never been a liar, and he’s not going to start now. Especially when it comes to his sexuality.

:::::

His agent, a no-nonsense woman named Priya, approves of his decision immediately. She knows he’s gay, has known from the start. But it’s never affected her decision to take him on as a client. (It’s one of the reasons Aaron’s stuck with her so long; tying his rising star to her job.)

“You’ve certainly got the talent and the range to pull this off,” she states and it feels less like a dream and more like reality. “With Finch directing it, this could become potential Oscar material. This part’ll definitely get you noticed.”

Aaron smiles and nods along, because that is nice he supposes. He’s just glad the production company don’t want yet another audition, or even a chemistry read with his yet-to-be-announced co-star. He’s sick of them at this point.

“Who’s the other lead?” He asks, fingers picking at each other, left knee bouncing in the chair. He’s about ready to leave Priya’s office. But the second he hears her answer, he’s stuck bolted to his seat. His mind reeling with the news of it.

Robert Sugden.

:::::

To say he’s heard of Robert Sugden is the understatement of the century. If anything, he’s the one responsible for Aaron’s sexual awakening.

Like most teenage boys his age, he’d been obsessed with the Transformers movies. Only unlike his best mate Adam, he didn’t fall asleep and wake up hard to thoughts of the hot female lead. No, despite his best attempts at the time, his mind always drifted to the slightly older but also teenaged Robert Sugden; the son of a famous actor who’d also made it big quite young, starring in at least two popular TV series. (In hindsight, Aaron’s desire to purchase and put up a shirtless poster of Robert on his bedroom wall should have been a big hint as to his nascent gayness. But like all sexually confused teenagers he’d managed to convince himself he was more into the trucks instead; that he wanted to be Robert Sugden, not be with him.)

He’d spent a full summer when he was 15 watching his way through Robert’s early work, bingeing that one popular science fiction series where he and a group of teens investigated strange paranormal phenomena at their English boarding school. A part of him had come alive when a body-swap episode had caused Robert’s character’s body to be a possessed by a female friend’s, resulting in him kissing and making out with her boyfriend who’d been played by Pete Barton. (Aaron had spent the ensuing weeks reading and rewatching everything to with those few minutes of airtime, refusing to let anyone play over his recording. He’d worn out the tape till it could play no longer.)  

The first time he’d come was a few weeks later, Robert’s name on his lips as he’d pictured being kissed by him, his hand moving up and down the length of his naked shaft faster and faster; rock hard and aching at just the thought of him.

Robert. Fucking. Sugden.

What are the odds?

He doesn’t know whether to quit the project or just die of mortification. How is he supposed to act against someone he’s had those kinds of thoughts about? (He’s never had limits for who you should love and be with. After all, that would be a tad hypocritical of him. But some lines shouldn’t be crossed, no matter the project, and he’s fairly convinced this is one of them.)

He mentions this to Adam when he comes over to play FIFA on the PS4 later, only his best mate doesn’t quite seem to get it. Though to be fair, he’s never really had to deal with this, has he?

“So what? You used to jerk off to him. Big deal!” Adam shrugs, cycling through the options and picking his players. “If I said I’d avoid every female celeb I did that with, I wouldn’t be able to work with any of them.”

Aaron makes a face, even if he does concede that Adam has a point — not that he’s out there having to act against… (He’s actually not sure who this week’s flavour of the month is. Adam’s feelings of attraction waxing and waning like the moon.)

“Though,” Adam says, turning to look at him when he’s satisfied with his choices. “His sister Victoria is pretty fit. Do you think you could get her number?”

Aaron tosses a cushion at his face. Leave it to Adam to miss the point completely.

It bounces off and falls onto Adam’s lap, he picks it up and places it beside him.

When he turns toward Aaron this time, he looks a lot more serious, an earnestness in his gaze that wasn’t there before.

“Listen,” he says, voice soft yet firm. “You’ve wanted to be in one of Finch’s movies ever since I’ve known ya. Don’t back out now just because of Sugden.”

Aaron nods, though he’s still not convinced. Adam must see it because he then adds, “You’ll do fine. You’re an amazing actor. That’s why they wanted you for this part, you know, instead of me.”

Aaron shoots him a look and Adam just shrugs. Turns his attention back to the TV screen as he says, “What? I’m a scene stealer. Everyone knows that.”

That triggers a laugh and when it’s over, Aaron feels a lot lighter. But even as they both accept their team and kit selections and start the game, his mind drifts back to a young, shirtless Robert…

:::::

He keeps the part after all, the announcement making some waves in the press. However, any intrusiveness into his personal life is circumvented by the latest news about Robert. Rumour has it that he’s up for consideration as the new James Bond. Aaron had laughed when he’d first read the news. But laying in bed, later that night, he can’t help but picture Robert in a trademark suit, smirking down the barrel of a gun, the way he’s become known for.

It’s enough to make him shaken and stirred — not that he lifts a finger to relieve himself of the dull, building throb. (If there’s one thing Aaron Dingle’s sure about, it’s that it’s impolite to pleasure oneself to the thoughts of an upcoming co-star. Even if they were the starring role in his teenage fantasies.)

He ends up taking a cold shower instead.

:::::

Meeting Harriet Finch is everything like he’d imagined, and yet nothing like it at all.

Aaron spends all morning practicing what he wants to say to her, pacing back and forth in his newly assigned trailer — which happens to be both bigger and more luxurious than he’d expected. None of the words of praise he’s wanted to lavish her with seeming right for the moment, or even worthy of her, but he keeps practicing all the same.

That’s why he’s thrown when she comes to see him, telling him how much she’d enjoyed his turn in a small play he’d done last summer as a favour to an old friend (and ex-boyfriend), Ed.

She smiles at him with kind, dark eyes and outlines the many ways in which he’d knocked that role out of the park, followed by his performance in those few movies and, of course, Black Mirror.

“I knew you were the right man for the part the moment I saw you,” she says, voice like a warm woollen blanket, the words wrapping him up in a cocoon of comfort. “You’ll make a marvellous ‘Thomas.’ I just know it. I’m glad to have you on this project.”

But just as he’s basking in the glow of her reassurance, she asks the dreaded question.

“Have you met Robert Sugden?”

:::::

If first meetings dictate how the rest of a working relationship might go, Robert and Aaron’s is already off to a really bad start.

He’d shown up to Robert’s trailer and gone in after knocking a few times, only to find him in the throes of being orally pleasured.

Aaron hadn’t recognised the woman, just seen the back of her head, as she’d kneeled in front of Robert and blown him. Robert was sitting on the edge of his trailer’s bed and leaning back, both arms supporting his weight across the still-made comforter. His shirt was unbuttoned and he’d got his leather jacket on, neck exposed as he half lay there jerking and groaning.

He’d seemed to sense Aaron because Robert had looked up at once, locking eyes across the short distance. He’d given him a long hard look, then flashed him a wink and a smile, before closing his eyes and coming into the woman’s mouth not very long after.

Cheeks reddening and more than a little shocked, Aaron had turned and bolted. He’d wanted to spare that poor woman the embarrassment of knowing he’d seen this happening, but more importantly, process it all himself.

Standing in his own trailer he wants to kick himself for being such a goddamn fool. The tabloids had been reporting this side of Robert Sugden for years on end. But Aaron had ignored them because that’s what you were supposed to do. (And maybe, he tries not to acknowledge as his heart continues to pound, because it had ruined his fantasy of Robert and his younger self.)

But for all his talent — and he has plenty of it — Robert Sugden has always been a bit of a playboy; has the ex-wife and half a dozen ex-girlfriends to prove it. The result of this is a respectable body of work, but no one noticing because of all the gossip. (Aaron had once suspected this was Robert trying to undersell himself, maybe a bit nervous of all the extended limelight. He’d grown up Jack Sugden’s son, had had to bear that mantle, while also carving a name for himself, with not much room for error.)

Any sympathy he’d once felt though, has now been stripped away, replaced with cold, hard knowledge. Robert Sugden actually enjoys behaving like this, and Aaron can’t believe he’d liked him.

As he starts pacing, his heart still racing, Aaron gets madder and madder. They’ve both been given a golden opportunity being cast in these roles, and it’s something Robert wants to squander?

He’d wanted to walk away from this project because he’d been worried about his own personal hang-ups. Not wanting any former feelings for Robert to affect his performance. But now all he can think about is Robert’s smile and his wink, as if showing off his sexual prowess to Aaron.

This feels good, and I made that happen. Maybe I can do that for you as well?

Aaron growls, feels like punching something nearby, hating the small part of him that had kind of enjoyed it; that place deep within himself that still tends a tiny flame devoted to Robert Sugden; that place that had enjoyed watching him come.

It’s not your fault, Aaron tells himself, trying to banish the recent memory from his mind — though he’d spent years picturing and imaging exactly that. Him blowing Robert and feeling him coming under him, his palms flat against his thighs. (Sometimes he’d imagine the flip of it too. Him coming apart in Robert’s hands, his mouth smirking as Aaron comes right into it.)

He’s just managed to get rid of it, when he hears a dry chuckle, spins around to find Robert standing in his trailer, blue shirt all buttoned and jeans up and belted, like that midday blowjob hadn’t happened.

He smiles at him, blue-green eyes glittering, “So I take it you���re Aaron Dingle.”

It sends a thrill up his neck, short hairs lightly lifting, at the prospect of Robert Sugden saying his name. But then annoyance sets in as that memory comes back and Aaron grunts his affirmation.

“What do you want?”

Robert doesn’t seem deterred, doesn’t even seem to clock his rudeness. Just smiles at him like he said something funny. “To apologise. That wasn’t how I’d pictured our first meeting.”

“Why? You plan on having your cock in someone else’s mouth?” Aaron fires back, a little shocked that Robert had ever given meeting him any thought.

Robert’s eyes widen at the accusation, but whatever it is that came over him passes because he laughs and clears his throat. “No. Wasn’t planning to, actually. Just wanted to tell you what a big fan I am.”

His eyes flit away, and his smile kind of softens. Robert looks back at Aaron. “And that I’m looking forward to us working together.”

If Aaron hadn’t seen what he’d seen, he’d believe every word of this, Robert coming across well-meaning and earnest. But then he remembers just how good of an actor his co-star-to-be really is and snorts. “Nice try. Hope you’re better on camera.”

Robert winces at that, but his smile remains, even if it’s starting to look a little brittle.

“I’m sorry about what happened, alright?” Robert says, frustration colouring his voice at the edges. Aaron can see that this really is paining him; Robert not that good of an actor. “Let’s start over.”

He takes a step forward and holds out his hand. “Hi. I’m Robert Sugden.”

Aaron ignores it, crosses his arms across his chest.

“I know who you are,” he spits out.

Robert looks confused, studies him further before withdrawing his hand and eventually letting it drop. He puts it in his jacket pocket and renews his smile at Aaron. It’s just as small and soft as earlier.

“I’m trying, you know,” he says and Aaron can feel himself willing to give him that inch, to soften and forgive Robert so they can start over. But then he thinks about how smug and cocky he’d been just before he’d come right in front of him, and a wave of pulsing, hot annoyance shoots right through him.

“Then try harder,” Aaron half-growls, taking a small step further. And then, “And maybe try keepin’ your dick to yourself.”

:::::

Production kicks off without any further hitches, and he quickly gets to know the rest of their cast and crew — even becoming friends with a production assistant named Ellis.

Though most of the time Aaron just stays put in his trailer, constantly rehearsing and working on his character.

Harriet seems happy with his performance so far, giving him any extra takes he wants to do. But Aaron hasn’t been able to get in a groove that makes him truly happy; where he has an understanding of his character inside and out.

From the script, his own chat with Harriet, and the homework he’s done, he knows “Thomas James” to be a straightforward fellow, a little tentative, but earnest with his feelings.

He’s a farmer who owns and works his own farm, before one day he runs into Felix, his new and struggling neighbour. Felix’s family has lost most of their estate; bad debts and investments before the beginnings of the war hit. All they have now, is this one farm to their name, and Felix, a city boy — or rather, man — through and through has no clue how to run it.

Unable to stand it, Thomas steps in to help him, and Felix promises to do his accounts in trade. Thomas agrees, the spark between them growing and burning brighter.

Robert and he have played and shot a handful of those initial scenes, mostly set up for the rest of the story. But as their characters have seemed to find an easy camaraderie, there barely exists one between them.

For his part, Robert hasn’t really paused his efforts to win Aaron over, always making jokes and trying to give him an opening. Internally, Aaron struggles not to let go and give in, not having run into Robert with his cock down someone else’s throat since.

He doesn’t understand how Robert can just switch into his role and then right out of it, a slippery fish if there ever was one. He throws on Felix’s skin like it’s one of those button-up shirts he so favours, constantly remaining in costume longer than needed. (Aaron actually doesn’t mind that because it’s easy on the eyes and for their characters, Robert wearing 1920 period garb like he was born for it.)

Felix is smart and inept, but also charming and funny, a gay man in his shell, with no real interest in marriage. Just a blushing eye turned towards Thomas.

And that’s the part that kind of stings in their scenes, because it’s in those moments that Aaron feels he can really see the Robert he once had a crush on; a hint of him shining through.

It’s in Robert’s small smiles and the soft in his eyes, the blue-green of them a warm summer ocean.

But then Harriet says, “Cut” and it all disappears, Robert’s eyes growing cooler, his body more indifferent; tensed and held in a way he doesn’t when he’s Felix, like he’s holding a deep breath in.

That’s the first thing Aaron notices as they take a break before they shoot their first big scene, a first kiss where both men realise their mutual attraction.

They’re standing in a field, where Felix’s tractor has broken down, and Thomas has ridden up in his horse to help fix it.

As Aaron walks through the wet grass, his period accurate boots and jeans sinking into the mud a little, he gets his first glimpse of Robert.

His shirt sleeves are rolled back and his brow is plastered with sweat. He’s clearly been out in a full afternoon of labour.

They go through the dialogue, Felix directing Thomas to the back of the tractor, some kind of malfunction trapped within it. Thomas gives it a look, and Aaron produces a short grunt of surveyance, really giving it a decent study.

Then exhaling slowly he offers Thomas’ suggestion, that sometimes you just need to push it. He does as he says, and gives the tractor a shove, before letting his knees soften and himself fall forward in the muck.

Above him, he can hear Robert’s laughter bursting forth loud and clear, and he knows instantly it’s not his acting as Felix. He turns to his side and shoots Robert a dirty look, but in his chest his heart skips a beat at it.

Finally springing into action Felix leans forward and offers Thomas a hand, Robert bending and extending his hand out. The laughter still shines in his eyes, even if it’s not coming out his lips, his breath still short and him still panting.

Something surges in Aaron and he feels Thomas’ quiet sense of humour, reaches up and pulls Robert down towards him.

Robert captures all of Felix’ (and probably some of his own) surprise, his own knees bending as he falls atop Aaron; the hard firmness of his limbs utterly unexpected, and yet fitting against him perfectly.

He’s now laying on his back in the mud, feeling the cold soak into his tough warm denim, the flannel of his shirt doing little to protect him. But none of that matters as Robert gazes down at him, both their chests pressed together.

The script says this is where Felix kisses Thomas, too physically close for any more doubted restraint. Only Robert hasn’t moved, just keeps on laying there, mere centimetres away, his eyes trained down on Aaron’s lips, as if frozen by disbelief and nervousness.

Probably just nervous about kissing another man, Aaron thinks, flashing back to Robert kissing Pete Barton, and the way his hands had cupped his face. Probably worried that this time someone might think he’s gay.

Deep inside Aaron, something aches. He lets out a small, frustrated huff, his head relaxing back into the wet dirt, resigning himself to a long wait.

And then it’s like something snaps, because Robert leans forward, lunging for his lips with everything he has; his tongue barely waiting as Aaron’s lips part. (They hadn’t rehearsed this, or even really discussed it. Aaron not wanting to spend more time around Robert than entirely necessary.)

But as he lays here now, Aaron can’t help but give himself over to it, letting Robert’s fingers skim his sides before they bunch up in the warmth of his flannel shirt, his hands finding their way onto Robert’s lower back and his hair. He holds Robert’s head firm as he deepens the kiss. His co-star isn’t the only one who can improvise.

He doesn’t feel the lack of oxygen until the tail end of a groan, too deep into it to know if it’s from him or Robert.

When they pull apart both of them are panting. Robert’s gaze comes back up and they lock eyes again, a lock of his blonde hair dropping onto Aaron’s forehead, as his breath continues to tickle his lips; both wet and a little blitzed.

Deep in the depths of Robert’s green and blues, Aaron sees a spark of searching nervousness and hesitation. He brushes that bit of hair back almost without thinking; an unconscious act of soothing.

He can hear Robert’s breath hitch at the feel of his thumb pad on his skin, sees the way his eyes drop back down to Aaron’s lips. No longer nervous, and still barely thinking, Aaron leans up and presses another kiss to his lips, this time a more sweet and chaste one.

When he pulls back, Robert still has his eyes closed, almost cute in his stunned still surprise. Aaron finds himself smiling and recording this picture mentally; filled with the desire to go back in time and tell himself, “We kissed Robert Sugden!”

Robert opens his eyes and a second later Harriet yells, “Cut!” Aaron can’t help but feel interrupted.

What did you want to say? He wants to ask, as they both get to their feet. Aaron barely makes an attempt to clean himself off. He knows he needs a good shower.

Next to him, Robert seems to be avoiding his eyes, focusing a little too hard on dusting his pants off. Aaron tries not to spend too much time admiring his bum in the process.

They’re walking off set, when Robert makes the joke, voice flippant and tone just insulting.

“Feel like hitting a strip club, eh?” He says with what is meant to be a playful nudge. “Need to see some naked tits, pronto.”

It shouldn’t hurt as much as it does, this being a movie and all, but it still stings hard and deep all the same.

Aaron feels hot anger come over him without much warning, and he explodes back at Robert in a rage.

“All of this is just one big joke to ya, isn’t it?” He practically spits out the words in a low, angry growl as he shoves Robert backwards into a nearby trailer.

He doesn’t care if anyone’s nearby, or if they even see him. All he can see and hear is Robert.

“These are people’s lives,” he continues, the line of his right forearm held against Robert’s chest, constricting the way he breathes slightly. “Do you even get that?”

“It’s just a joke,” Robert answers, sounding both defensive and soft.

Aaron couldn’t give a toss about it.

“Excuse me if I don’t think bein’ gay is funny,” he fires back, leans in a little and lets the anger radiate off his face, hoping Robert gets the message.

Apparently, he does, because his eyes just widen, and then he’s saying, “Aaron, I’m sorry. I didn’t-“

He knows he’s not exactly hiding his sexuality, but Aaron isn’t really advertising it either, so it sends him reeling back the second he realises Robert has figured out he’s gay.

He stands there panting, anger being replaced by panic, the air evacuating his lungs just as his heart takes residence in his ears.

He turns and walks away before his balance decides to go, can feel his knees weakening with each step he takes; thinks he hears Robert calling at him in the distance.

Calling him because he knows this thing about him.

Calling him because he knows he’s gay.

Shit.

:::::

He’s exiting his trailer when he runs into Robert again. Aaron almost bolts the instant he sees him — only to realise he’s blocking his way.

“Aaron, wait,” Robert pleads, looking up at him from the bottom of those short metal stairs. Aaron almost turns around and goes back inside.

But then he notices that Robert is still in his costume — which is not too much of a surprise — but it’s a sign that he’s been waiting outside this entire time. As much as he doesn’t want to, Aaron knows he must honour that. From what he’s seen, Robert Sugden does that for no one.

“You going to invite me inside?” Robert asks when he sees Aaron willingly to stick around in his trailer doorway.. His attempt at a teasing smile fades when he gets Aaron’s answer.

“Whatever you want to say in there, you can say out here.” Aaron crosses his hoodie-covered arms across his chest, retaining the warmth within it.

Robert nods, and takes one step higher, making this whole conversation a little more private. Aaron can smell him, even standing a few inches away; the intermingled scent of mud and sweat and Robert. (The note is slightly floral but kind of muted like Lavender, but Aaron can’t be sure because he doesn’t know flowers.)

“Sorry I made those jokes earlier,” Robert says softly, and Aaron can see that he’s being absolutely serious. “I don’t think being gay is funny…”

Aaron doesn’t say anything, just keeps on watching. He can see that Robert is on the edge of something.

After what feels likes very long pause, it finally drops. “… because I’m actually bisexual.”

He can’t seem to meet Aaron’s eyes as he says that, his cheeks going pink as he looks away and to the left. Standing this close Aaron can feel the tension radiating off of him in waves, coming over him in rapid succession.

Aaron swallows, not sure what exactly to make of it; his teenage dreams all coming true in an instant. So he bites his tongue and holds back his first three replies, and then offers the one he feels is most supportive.

“Thanks for telling me,” he says and he finds that he means it. He’s actually a little touched by Robert’s choice to trust him.

“Figured it was the least I owe you,” Robert says with a shy smile, and for a second Aaron really feels like he’s looking at Felix.

His inner Thomas makes him return it.

“That why you wanted to do this movie?” Aaron asks when the moment eventually passes. It’s a big question he knows, but he needs an answer.

“No, actually,” Robert explains with a chuckle, something raw and unguarded about him now. Like he’s been acting this entire time Aaron has known him.

“I’m a big fan of hers,” Robert says with an excited smile. “She was my mum’s favourite director.”

Aaron gets it and gives him a nod. “Yeah, I’m a big fan myself.”

Robert grins at this little piece of information, a bigger reward than he was expecting.

“Guess this means we should definitely be friends,” Robert suggests, shyness still lacing his voice. “Don’t know many people who’ve even heard of Harriet.”

Aaron studies Robert, takes the entirety of him in, considers it and then shrugs. “Guess you’re not a complete idiot.”

Robert’s smile when he says that is radiant.

:::::

That night he dreams of Robert, the same one he’d had when he was fifteen. Only this time his brain fills in all the missing details.

He needs another shower in the morning.

:::::

Things improve on set by a thousandfold. Robert’s one-sided jibes giving way to Aaron returning them, both of them ribbing and teasing each other between takes. Robert somehow becomes a mainstay on his trailer’s sofa, as they hang out a lot more between scenes, running lines and even whole scenes together.

They seem to have found a quiet understanding when it comes to each other and their space.. (Though, coming out to each other does that, Aaron supposes.)

It’s crazy, but he genuinely thinks it makes both of their scenes better. Both of them now freer with how they move and touch each other. Aaron had once read somewhere that it has to do with the language of how queer people sometimes act and speak; a quiet understanding of how love can be writ across their bodies. He doesn’t know how much he agrees with that exactly. But he does feel it when Robert hugs him as Felix.

It’s a gentle gesture, Robert coming from behind and embracing him around the waist, one hand coming up to rest over Aaron’s heart. Aaron presses those fingers close to his chest, letting Robert feel the steady rise of his heartbeat as he sinks back into him; Thomas leaning into Felix.

They stand like that in silence for a moment longer, Robert’s chin on Aaron’s shoulder, both of them

bathing in the pale sunlight of a cool autumn morning, as filtered through the dusty windows of Thomas’ work shed.

It’s as they’re standing, silently breathing and hearts quickly beating that Aaron is seized by a sudden urge. Following the wave of it, he brings Robert’s fingers up to his lips, gently pressing a kiss on each knuckle as if soothing away newly-formed blisters — the results of Felix’ recent hard labour.

The moment his lips touch skin he hears Robert’s breath hitch, but it only guides him forward. He holds that last kiss longest, before pulling away and spinning them around, Robert’s back now pressing into the edge of Thomas’ workstation, their hands caught between them; Aaron’s fingers wrapped around Robert’s wrist, his thumb resting on his speeding pulse.

Robert for his part, seems to be trusting Aaron implicitly as he gazes down at Aaron first with surprise and then excitement. He smiles softly, clearly anticipating a kiss. Aaron smiles back and obliges him.

It’s completely unscripted and wholly them and yet none of it feels any bit of wrong. Aaron leans forward, slowly edging closer, his eyes locked into Robert’s. He hovers for a second, feels his breath bounce off Robert’s lips, then dips forward and claims them.

This kiss doesn’t progress as quickly as the first one did, Robert letting Aaron set the pace by which they go by. So he takes his time, focuses on nipping at Robert’s bottom lip; gentle kisses that should convey Thomas’ affections.

But then Robert’s hands start to slide across his back, pulling and holding him closer — only nothing about the gesture feels overtly sexual. It’s just two men standing and savouring the act of kissing, two men revelling in their affections.

They kiss a little longer, the pace still languid, Robert letting him take his sweet time, before Aaron decides to pause and not take it any further.

He pulls away, lets out his own small exhale — the matching one to Robert’s. He smiles at him, Robert returns it. Then with another small breath he leans his forehead against the other man’s; shuts his eyes and feels the feel of his skin against his own.

A few seconds pass, Robert still holding him close, Aaron feeling like he’s just survived a continuous free fall.

It’s in the middle of this that he hears Harriet’s quietly spoken words, “And that’s a wrap. Not going to get a better take than that one.”

:::::

He’s on his way off set when Robert catches up with him, grabbing his elbow to still him.

He doesn’t let go even when Aaron stops in place, only does when Aaron looks at him questioningly, despite the whole thing feeling natural.

“You doing anything later?” Robert asks, both hands in his leather jacket pockets, a leather messenger bag slung across his chest and shoulders. “Thought you might like to come over for a drink.”

Aaron considers it, gives it a long hard thought, but it must make Robert panic because he blurts out, “We can run lines or something.”

“Yeah, okay,” Aaron tells him, giving him a nod. And then, because he thinks Robert might have the wrong impression of him and he doesn’t at all like that.

“We don’t always have to work, you know. I do have other interests..”

Robert grins and nudges him in the side. Then he goes into an impression of Aaron.

“I’m Aaron Dingle and I think work is fun. If you don’t, then you’re a right idiot.”

Aaron tries not to, but he can’t stop himself chuckling, a little charmed by Robert’s intonation.

:::::

He finds that Robert’s home is nothing like he’d imagined, more lived in and comfortable than overly posh — though he has all sorts of shiny appliances in the kitchen. A mark of either a man who cooks, or just someone who likes the aesthetic. (Aaron is willing to bet it’s the first one.)

The bookshelves — of which there are two big ones — are stuffed to the gills, brimming with books threatening to fall off them. The walls, a nice calming shade of blue, are covered in posters paying homage to some of his favourite works of science fiction.

“Didn’t know you were such a nerd,” Aaron says when he’s got a drink in hand, as he looks up at a poster of The Xavier Files, the show he’d been more than a little obsessed with. Robert is standing front and centre as the star, his boarding school uniform fitting him flatteringly. (Aaron swallows, his blood growing warmer as he understands where certain fantasies might have originated from. He tries not to think about it in case he’ll need another cold shower. He’s already taken one before coming to this place.)

“You just don’t understand art,” Robert retorts, coming over to join him. He looks at the poster for a good second and then adds, “Or quality science fiction.”

Aaron snorts at that, unable to contain himself. “Think you’re using the term rather loosely. The ‘Gavoorians’? Come on.”

Robert looks at him in surprise, and maybe a hint of pleasure, as he says, “Don’t tell me youwatched it?”

Aaron goes red, feels his mouth turn dry, so he answers as honestly as he can, trying not to let the truth of the matter slip out even as he looks Robert in the eye.

“Might have caught an episode or two one summer,” he says, voice straining to remain casual. Then he adds, because he can’t help himself, “Saw the one where you kissed Pete Barton.”

Robert’s face goes from surprise to embarrassment to all-out amusement, barking a laugh with his neck tipped back, his shoulders relaxing and also dipping down. Aaron’s never seen him this joyful.

“What?” Robert says, growing suddenly conscious, his laughter fading and his body going still. His cheeks are pink as he studies Aaron.

“Nothing,” Aaron shrugs, voice above a whisper. His ears are hot, his pulse pounding. “Just wasn’t expecting this reaction, is all.”

“Well, it’s a bit of a surprise,” Robert explains, as if it all makes sense. “Didn’t think you’d have even heard of it, let alone watched it.”

“Why not? Because I don’t understand ‘science fiction’?” Aaron teases, oddly thrilled at subverting Robert’s expectations like this. “Don’t have to watch a lot to understand quality.”

“So you agree,” Robert smirks, nudging him with his elbow, a twinkle in his eye. “It is science fiction.”

Aaron snorts, nudges him back. “I suppose. But you’re really stretching the definition.”

They smile at each other, then go back to sipping their drinks, settling comfortably in the silence.

“I loved working on that show,” Robert says after quite a long beat, his voice holding a note of pride. But it’s quiet and with absolutely no hint of preening. “And kissing Pete wasn’t half bad either.”

Aaron feels his cheeks redden as he pictures it again, teenage Pete and Robert going at it.

“Did you have a crush on him, or something?” He looks down at the glass in his hand. He’d never thought he’d be having this conversation with Robert Sugden.

“God, no.” Robert shakes his head beside him. “Pete was pretty fit, but he’s pretty much as straight as they come.”

He waits a beat and then adds, “Decent kisser though.”

How about me? Am I decent too? Aaron wants to ask. But he just chuckles in amusement, enjoying this behind the scenes glimpse into one of his favourite episodes of television ever.

“But what about you?” Robert asks, turning his attention to Aaron. He finishes the last of his drink and asks, “Did you fancy him?”

His smile is conspiratorial and all kinds of knowing. His eyes are dark but inscrutable. Aaron’s cheeks redden despite himself, as he struggles not to blurt out, No. I fancied you, you idiot.

What he does manage to say, after a long moment of waiting, is, “Well, I wasn’t watching for the plot. Was I?”

It doesn’t feel like lying, because it is completely true. Though he does see the flash of something in Robert’s eyes. It disappears behind a laugh a moment later.

“No, I guess not,” Robert concedes, turning and walking over to the sofa. When he takes his seat, it’s with his legs spread wide, all the focus on his crotch. Aaron struggles to not let his gaze drift downward, keeping it trained on Robert’s face instead. And honestly, it’s worth it.

Robert’s smiling up at Aaron, buzzing with excitement. Aaron smiles back because it’s infectious.

“If you liked The Xavier Files, there’s a film you should check out,” he says, switching on his TV, Aaron no longer the focus of his attention. He pulls up Netflix, slowly searches through it, before he asks, “Have you seen The Cabin in the Woods?”

The way he’s looking at Aaron now is just pulling at all his heartstrings, an element of youth befalling all of Robert’s features. His eyes are sparkling, his smile is crooked, and his excitement is radiating off of him.

Robert Sugden: Horror fan.

“Uh, no, I haven’t,” Aaron says shaking his head to clear it. It wouldn’t do to fall for Robert Sugden again. Not when he’s a full-fledged adult. Not when he could accidentally act on it. (Aaron’s always has a rule against dating fellow co-stars or crew members. But no one’s been openly queer enough to test that — or even simply Robert Sugden.)

“Oh, you’re in for a treat,” Robert says patting the sofa seat beside him. Aaron glances at the screen where the movie is waiting, already cued up, then goes ahead and joins him. “Joss Whedon wrote and directed it.”

Even sitting next to Robert makes his heart rate spike, as does the warmth he feels from his proximity. Robert’s choice to sit in the middle of the sofa and almost spread himself out means he’s just a few fingers far away from Aaron, their hands centimetres apart on the same cushion; the dip caused by Aaron sitting causing Robert’s hand to slide a little closer to him.

He barely manages a nod when he hears Robert talk to him, asking him if he can start the movie. (He would have said yes, but his tongue has ceased to work. Another symptom of sitting next to Robert.)

The film begins and Robert reaches forward and places the remote on the coffee table and suddenly Aaron can focus once more; the thought of Robert accidentally touching him no longer playing on his mind, now free to enjoy the movie.

But as he watches the story of a group of friends — one played by Chris Hemsworth — who decide to spend a weekend in a cabin in the woods, there’s a growing sense of disappointment.

He quickly looks over to Robert’s hands in his lap, and starts to wish they were once again closer.

:::::

He doesn’t have to worry for very much longer, Robert reaching out and grabbing his forearm, when the movie presents its first real scare. Aaron isn’t expecting it, the move causing his heart rate to surge for the monster on screen itself, the feeling of warm, solid fingers clutching him clear even through thick fabric.

As it turns out Robert’s not a very passive watcher, constantly leaning over to make asides or jokes. But mostly it’s all facts he finds fun about the movie. (Aaron agrees. They’re actually quite interesting.)

It’s sweet, Aaron thinks, as he gets more and more invested, both fretting for the imperilled college students and watching Robert.

Gone is the tall and handsome actor who practically grew up in the limelight. In his stead sits a tall, handsome, and surprisingly knowledgeable genre film buff. He’s on the edge of his seat and mostly turned toward Aaron, a bit of a contrasting match to his own seating. (Aaron’s sat back, leaning on the right arm of the sofa, a little too tired to really make himself sit up properly.)

There’s another scare. Robert’s grip tightens. Aaron hides a chuckle at Robert’s expression, the shock of fear stealing the words out of his mouth. He’s left eyes wide, mouth open, and gaping. It’s almost as if this is his first time watching the movie.

Robert doesn’t seem to notice himself holding Aaron’s arm as the movie ticks on, and for his part, Aaron doesn’t alert him.

:::::

He’s enjoying the movie well enough when Robert excitedly tugs at his arm.

“This is my favourite part,” he says, before turning to look at Aaron, eyes crinkling in delight at the edges.

He’s not sure what it is in that moment — the steady warmth of Robert’s grip, the pinks of his cheeks undercutting his freckles, or the reminder of how much he used to want him — but there’s a swell in his chest and Aaron leans forward and steals a kiss from Robert.

His lips feel just like they have every other time, soft, firm, and tender. But unlike all those times they’ve kissed on camera, his co-star isn’t responding.

Panic sets in and Aaron instantly pulls back. He sees that Robert is frozen in surprise; lips barely puckered. Instantly, he realises he got carried away by his feelings, and so backtracks as quickly as possible.

“Sorry,” he mumbles, getting to his feet, Robert’s hand falling away in the process. The loss of warmth immediately starts to smart, Aaron already having gotten used to the feel of it.

“Aaron,” Robert starts, but he just cuts him off.

“I shouldn’t have done that,” Aaron swallows roughly unable to look at Robert again, his embarrassment turning his stomach. He feels like he might throw up. “Better go home now. Early call time tomorrow.”

With that, Aaron bolts out of the room and then out the front door all without waiting for another word from Robert.

:::::

He doesn’t sleep a wink that night, just replays the moment in his mind.

Each time it gets worse than before, Robert looking at him in shock bordering on disgust, green-blue eyes flashing. (Aaron knows objectively that Robert didn’t actually sneer at him, but emotionally he might as well have.)

This is what happens when you let your feelings get confused, Aaron chides himself, tossing and turning, his sheets all a tangle. This is why you can’t fall for your co-star.

By the time it’s morning he’s tenser than before. But at least he knows what to say to him.

:::::

He goes to Robert’s trailer before he goes to his own, knocking on the door once and then going right in.

Immediately he’s faced with an eyeful of half-naked Robert in snug boxer-briefs, pacing the space and going over his lines by himself.

Aaron loses his voice, his throat going dry. He just stands there in stunned silence. (He has actually seen Robert without a top on a few times before this, courtesy of a few of his movies. But like with all things, real life is proving better. He’d forgotten just how many freckles he has — and how much he used to want to count them.)

Robert notices him ogling him a few seconds later, and he pauses mid-pace. Just stands there frozen, script page in hand.

“Hi,” Aaron says, for lack of anything better. He smiles nervously, both his hands tucked in his coat pockets, watching Robert quietly.

“Hey,” Robert greets back, sounding almost relieved to see him. He doesn’t look like he’s slept either — probably trying to come up with ways with which to let Aaron down gently. Aaron swallows nervously.

At least you don’t have your cock out again, he wants to joke. But now hardly feels like the time for that.

“About yesterday,” Robert begins, taking a step forward, his tone already sounding apologetic.

Aaron takes that as his cue to take over, and so springs into action.

“It was a mistake,” he says matter-of-factly, having practiced this a few times coming in. “I got carried away. Forgot we’re not Felix and Thomas. Don’t worry it won’t happen again.”

Learned my lesson the hard way.

Robert’s brow is furrowing and he doesn’t seem too pleased. Probably because Aaron is issuing a gentle let down for him. He’d figured this was the easiest way to save face: to acknowledge his crime and issue an apology, save Robert the trouble of having to do any heavy lifting.

“Besides,” Aaron says, trying to lighten the mood, even though it’s absolutely twisting him inside. “Wouldn’t want any rumours ruinin’ ya chances, eh Mr. Bond?”

He offers him a smile, but it feels too watery and shallow. He’s barely able to keep his lips turned upward for long.

Robert’s expression doesn’t soften even a bit, just grows more dark and displeasured. He opens his mouth to say something, but before he can the trailer door swings open.

“Oh excellent,” Harriet states, coming in with a smile, happy to see both of them. “This should save me some time.”

She must sense the tension in the air, the trailer now thick with the smell of it. Her smile fades and she looks between them, then asks, “Everything alright?”

Aaron chances a glance at Robert and finds him looking almost inscrutable. (Though to be fair, his mind hasn’t moved on from the fact that he’s practically naked.)

“Just fine,” Aaron says, with another thin smile, this one a little easier than that first one.

He’s not sure if she believes him, but she does nod anyway, so he finds that to be heartening.

“There’s been a bit of a change in the shooting schedule, seeing as the weather forecast for today is a bit unexpected,” Harriet tells them, looking from Aaron over to Robert. “So we’re going to try and do today’s scenes tomorrow, and tomorrow’s stuff today. You fine with that?”

Aaron thinks real fast, runs through his memory, trying to figure out what tomorrow brings. He realises it a second later, his stomach sinking quickly, filled with dread about how they’re going to do this.

“Yeah, sure,” Robert replies, sounding quite casual, like what’s about to happen isn’t a big deal to him.

Aaron doesn’t know whether to be hurt or happy, so he just files it as a temporary win. He nods his acceptance when Harriet looks at him questioningly, then follows it up with a, “Should be fine.”

“Perfect! I’ll let the rest of the cast know, and I’ll get makeup in here first thing,” Harriet says, smiling in relief. “Why don’t you two work on any blocking you feel you might need? Especially since all of this is short notice.”

She turns and leaves, the door slamming shut behind her. Leaving nothing but aching silence.

When Aaron finally hazards a glance, he sees that Robert’s staring down at his script page, all focused like if he stares hard enough he can change what just happened.

“So do you want to…” Aaron starts, gesturing between them, unsure what else to say. He kicks himself mentally once again, for ruining any progress in the working relationship between them.

Robert sighs, long and deep, then says, “Suppose we can just figure it out when we both get there.”

He only looks at Aaron when he’s done talking, like he can’t bear to look at him.

Aaron nods his agreement. “Cool. Better get going then. Get into today’s ‘costume.’”

It’s meant to be a joke but Robert doesn’t respond. Just nods back at him pensively.

Aaron desperately wants to ask if everything’s alright between them, but he doesn’t want to make the situation any worse than it seems to be already.

“Yeah, great. See you on set,” Robert finally says, turning away, and walking towards the opposite end of his trailer. A non-verbal dismissal.

Aaron exits, then shuts the door, letting out a sigh as he leans back against it.

It was every bit as awkward as he’d expected — only now it’s been ratcheted up to a million. They’re going to need every single bit of their acting skills if they’re going to sell what’s about to happen. Because Aaron’s not sure how else he and Robert are going to get through the rest of this day, when they’ll both be shooting Thomas and Felix’ first sex scene.

:::::

He stands there, script page in hand and a growing pit in his stomach, as Robert Sugden walks up to him with a grin.

“What you waiting for? Get your kit off.”

The words hit him before the tone does, Robert’s voice sounding teasing but brittle. Aaron’s eyes shoot up towards him, and he sees that the smile on his face is nowhere near his eyes and he’s clearly keeping up pretences.

Right, of course, Aaron tells himself, after getting over the initial surprise of it. We’re all actors here. No point pretending.

It’s silly and it shouldn’t sting as much as it does but Aaron’s still aches at Robert’s reaction. It’s one thing to not be interested in his romantic advances, but it’s another thing to pretend they completely didn’t happen. (He knows it’s hypocritical to feel this way, seeing as he’d actually prayed they could do this last night. But now that he’s living the exact reality he’d hoped for, he knows to be careful what you wish for.)

Still, he smiles right back, feels it hurt to even do so, as he lobs back a response of his own. Both of them standing there in bathrobes.

“Why don’t you get yours off first?”

Robert’s eyes widen, but his smile never falters. Instead, he winks and says, loud enough for anyone standing close by to hear, “Looks like you’ll be getting your wish soon enough.”

Aaron rolls his eyes, but his cheeks are still blushing, Robert having hit upon a wish from his youth.

Thankfully, Robert doesn’t see it, Harriet having arrived on the closed, private set, the number of people limited to just her, the two of them, and a small team of production people.

When she gives them a nod, they both strip out of their robes, both of them left standing naked, except for their actors’ modesty socks hiding their cocks and balls. Aaron does his best to keep his gaze level and facing forward, as he goes and finds his mark. The scene involves Felix making love to Thomas, on the floor of the latter’s barn.

The wooden floorboards are tad bit cool and just a little prickly — stray stalks of hay strewn across them — Aaron discovers as his bare back and arse come to rest against them, the sensation causing his skin to stand on end and his back wanting to arch off of it.

Aaron doesn’t have much time to process it, because now Robert’s crawling into his position, slowly lowering himself across Aaron and coming to rest on both his forearms. Aaron keeps his eyes pointed towards the barn ceiling and the rig of artificial lighting, hoping to make things as less awkward as possible.

He can feel Robert’s breath against his cheek, and the heat of him on his arms and chest as they silently hold these poses for the lighting check; Robert is now laying between Aaron’s spread and bent thighs, his arse exposed for everyone to see — not that he seems to care or even looks embarrassed. Instead, Aaron can feel him looking down at him, pinning him to the ground where he’s laying. Still, he refuses to look back at him, his heart furiously beating, as he refuses to make even a hint of eye contact; his last vestige of privacy.

“This isn’t going to work,” Robert says with a sigh after what feels like a day and an age, and Aaron feels his stomach clench, preparing for Robert to clamber off him, already missing him despite no part of them really touching at the moment. “Not if you don’t look at me.”

That gets Aaron’s attention and he looks up into Robert’s eyes, where he finds nothing but calm and watchful understanding.

“What?” He whispers, not meaning to come off so rude, but he’s nervous about what Robert might say and this is a pre-emptive strike — a test to see if he can handle it.

“About yesterday-” Robert begins, and Aaron immediately protests.

“I thought we were done talking about it.”

“No,” Robert insists, voice firm and kind of steely. “You talked about it. I just listened.”

Aaron swallows and lays there, his heart in his ears, as he wishes himself anywhere but here.

But then without warning, Robert dips down and kisses him, a firm press across his lips before a tongue swipes against the bottom one. Aaron grants him eager entry.

Robert pulls back, a half a moment later, remains naked and panting over Aaron.  

“What was that?” Aaron asks, body locked in surprise, though his cock is already having a bit of a reaction. He tries his hardest not to think about it.

“What I wish I’d done last night,” Robert replies, speaking softly, as he shoots Aaron a tentative smile. “What I wish I’d done this morning.”

“You mean…” Aaron trails off, struggling to compute, still feeling like this puzzle is missing a few pieces. Any thoughts about his dick fall by the wayside.

“I like you, Aaron,” Robert says like it’s a well known fact, and not something he just demonstrated with his tongue down Aaron’s throat. “And as you can see, I don’t really care who knows it.”

Aaron glances around and sees that no one’s really paying them much attention, Harriet studying the film monitors in front of her from the director’s seat, the sound guys standing and chatting in the corner.

“Guess that’s a relief,” Aaron finally sighs, when he comes back to look up at Robert’s face. “Seein’ as I like you too.”

It’s like a wave ripples between them because suddenly they’re both touching in millions of tiny ways. Robert’s arms move a little closer, Aaron’s a little wider, both their limbs now settling together. Robert’s planking position lowers, causing him to actually lay across Aaron, their chests just centimetres apart, even as their belly buttons touch, and their cocks, swaddled in their actors’ modesty socks now rest against each other; both steadily hardening. (Aaron smiles as he realises that, flushed with pride that Robert Sugden wants him.)

“So, you going to kiss me back or what?” Robert then asks, smiling down at Aaron, his arms framing either side of his face.

Aaron shakes his head, grinning back cheekily. “Thought we’d save it for the camera.”

:::::

When Harriet yells, “Action,” Robert’s focused and gazing into his eyes. But he doesn’t lunge forward like Aaron expects him to.

Instead, he slowly comes forward, nudges his nose against Aaron’s, before touching their lips together and letting them hover that way for a second, before increasing the pressure, one hand coming to holding the side of Aaron’s face.

Slowly, Aaron’s waiting lips part, as he opens his mouth and lets his tongue curl and slide against Robert’s; allowing him to steal the breath right out of him.

They kiss like that for a couple of minutes, Aaron’s hands sliding up Robert’s back to wrap around the balls of his shoulders, half holding, half gently kneading.

Slowly and gently, Robert starts to rock in place, dragging his thick and hard cock against Aaron’s. He may be simulating sex, but the feelings are all real, as Aaron feels his own shaft throbbing and aching harder.

Robert kisses his way down his jaw, and then his neck and then his chest, Aaron’s back arching unconsciously against him.

Robert comes back up kiss at his lips, the movement of his hips growing faster.

Aaron closes his eyes and pictures his teenage self and all his exploration of sexuality with another boy in his class in the local village pavilion. None of that compares to Felix and Thomas’ first time, none of that compares to this moment with Robert.

Another wave comes over him and he gives himself into it, rolling them over so Robert is now under him; shaggy hair blending with the straw on the wooden floorboards. Aaron takes his lips in his and resumes their kissing.

He continues to grind, increasing the pressure and speed just a little, chasing that spark that shoots through him when their cocks touch through their socks at just the right spot. He can feels his balls tighten and Robert groan into his mouth, the sound of it soaked with wanting. His own cock feels swollen, now more than thick and leaking, the leaking come making the fabric stick to him and his erect shaft more than sensitive.

Aaron can see his climax rising on the horizon, can feel it gathering at the base of his spine, the pressure building to a tall cresting wave, threatening to crash down over him. Under him, Robert continues softly groaning, loose hands scoring up and down Aaron’s back; the movements causing a little thrill of pleasure.

Then just when his orgasm starts to move towards his peak, pushed onward by the friction between their penises, he hears a sound that causes him to stop almost instantly, and Robert to whine under him.

Aaron lays there panting, cock now more than aching, he curses the gods and this particular profession. He brings his forehead to rest against Robert’s. The sweat on both their brows mingling as the chill in the barn begins to set in.

“Alright,” says Harriet from somewhere behind them. Her voice is firm and brooks no questions. So they know better than to protest it. “This was great. But let’s try that again.”

Aaron drops his head into Robert’s neck and groans.

:::::

An hour later he starts to wonder if Harriet is doing this intentionally; guiding them close to the edge with her takes and directions, only to cause them to pull back again, just adding to their rising frustrations.

His only solace is the presence of Robert, who moves from over to under — and even one time, beside — him, as they keep kissing and grinding against each other for the camera; both more sensitive than ever.

“Come back to mine after,” Aaron grunts softly in the middle of one take, too soft for the boom controller to hear him. Robert’s mouth nipping at his shoulder.

“And do what?” Robert whispers, when Aaron rolls them over. It’s clear that he’s a little beyond thinking.

Aaron gets it, biting his tongue as a wave of pleasure sweeps through him.  

“What do you think?” He asks, through gritted teeth, as his hips begin simulating trusting. Then he grins slyly as he looks down into Robert’s unfocused eyes.

“Reckon we could run lines or something.”

:::::

They bolt off set before Harriet can even declare it a wrap — or pull either one aside to talk to them — neither of them able to keep the smile off their faces. Aaron tries not to speed, or run a red light, but it’s a struggle with Robert’s right hand on his thigh, slowly inching higher and higher the entire time.

He manages to still his breathing — and his body’s tetchy reaction — as they exit the vehicle and later enter his building. In fact, they make it all the way up and into his flat, without him making even a single move to try and tear Robert’s clothes off.

“Nice place,” Robert says, as Aaron shuts and locks the door behind. Aaron glances around at the classic film posters on his own living room walls and the lived-in state of his sofa; the prime location for all his movie marathons between projects.

“Thought you might want to see it,” Aaron says coming up to stand in front of him, his hands coming to rest on Robert’s lips.

“You were right about that,” Robert says, though his focus is on him. He smiles and adds, “I’m a big fan of Aaron Dingle.”

Aaron smiles back. There’s a flutter in his chest, like a flock of birds flying back after winter. He swallows roughly and gives his answer, his voice coming out rougher as his gaze drops to Rober’s lips, “I’m right about a lot of things. Guess you’re going to have to remind me.”

That’s all it takes because Robert’s lips are on his, with all the urgency of a man drowning.

Aaron grabs at his jacket and starts pushing it off him, as he also walks him to the bedroom.

They stumble a little, the room still a mess from this morning, Robert grabbing Aaron’s biceps so as to not trip backwards over a pair of kicked trainers lying in the middle of the floor.

“You know, a little tidying never hurt anyone,” Robert says coming back in for a kiss.

“Do you want to talk cleaning, or do you want to fuck?” Aaron growls back, still very frustrated from this morning.

Robert stripping him of his hoodie is his answer.

Grinning into the kiss, Aaron tugs Robert’s shirt up and out of his jeans and then makes quick work of the buttons up front — not caring if he loses one. He pushes it off him, and trails kisses down his neck, before pausing to nip once at his collarbone.

Robert inhales sharply, pressing closer into him. So Aaron does it again, just a little bit harder, earning him a groaned, Aaron.

Smiling again, he licks the same area once, then kisses it as if to make it better. Then he turns his attention to Robert’s jeans, his dick already bulging in the front of it.

Robert’s hands are once again moving, pushing Aaron’s own jeans down to pool against his feet. He tries to step out of them, while undoing Robert’s belt buckle, only to feel one of Robert cup his cock through the fabric of his boxers, the pressure firm but gentle.

Aaron lets out a gasp as Robert just chuckles, “Well, hello there Mr. Dingle.”

“Do you ever shut up?” Aaron asks, as he tried to focus on the jeans button in front of him, Robert’s cock already straining against his zipper, as his hand slips from outside Aaron’s boxers into them, drawing out a shuddered gasp as he squeezes his erection.

“Make me,” Robert says with a smug little grin, the words a low purr that goes straight to Aaron’s eardrum.

Aaron takes him up on his offer, kissing him thoroughly, before pushing him back against his mattress.

A thrill runs up his back as he sees a mostly naked Robert Sugden, resting on his elbows and across the unmade purple sheets of his bed. He kneels down at the base of his bed, then reaches up and pulls the hem of Robert’s underwear down. His cock springs out, already wet and leaking, and every bit as long and thick as Aaron had expected.

He runs a hand up it, giving it a test of a stroke, in front of him Robert twitches.

Pleased with the response, Aaron leans forward and hovers over it, feeling Robert’s eyes watching carefully. Then he smiles up at him, before dropping his head down as he sets up about fulfilling a fantasy.

On either side of his head, Robert’s thighs jerking and flexing — just like that first day in the trailer. Only this time it’s Aaron with his mouth on his cock, him being the one to draw the groans out of Robert.

Down between his own legs, his cock is once again aching, having been denied release too many times in one day. Aaron wraps a hand around it, smearing his own pre-come over his head and down around it, his thumb flicking the edge of his frenulum and causing a thrill of excitement. He keeps on steadily stroking.

When he feels Robert nearing the edge — now more than well-versed in his body — Aaron pulls off and hears the expected moan of disappointment. He gives him a kiss as he reaches for the lube, eager to avoid a painful experience.

He slides two fingers in, gently twisting and scissoring, Robert groaning and pushing down into it.

When he feels he’s ready, Aaron slides his now slick dick into Robert and gets a satisfied sigh for his efforts.

He waits a second for Robert to adjust to the discomfort, but all he gets is grunted, “Hurry up and fuck me.”

Doing as he says, Aaron sets up a punishing pace, the front of his thighs smacking against the back of Robert’s in a satisfying rhythm.

It’s not too long before he feels his climax once again approaching, having been at the edge of his fingertips all day. Below him, Robert’s busy stroking himself as he keeps on moaning Aaron’s name, punctuated by a gasp every time Aaron hits that special spot.

His neck is tipped back and his eyes are tight shut, his hand is rapidly pumping, Robert lost to the build of his own orgasm.

With his own edge within sight, Aaron makes a quick decision, he leans down, hips still rolling as he positions himself right beside Robert’s ear, and then whispers, “It was you I liked, not Pete Barton.”

He hears Robert’s strangled cry and his come hit his chest. It’s enough to make him come inside him.

:::::

He wakes up a few hours later to Robert on his phone, just laying next to him naked. The white light from the small iPhone screen illuminates the side profile of his face in a strong but gentle white glow; his features looking like he was sculpted from marble.

There’s a fondness in his eyes and a glow in his cheeks as he lays on his back, biting his bottom lip, staring at the screen intently, probably skimming the news on a gossip news site. (Aaron actually reads a few of them himself, a couple proving quite reliable in terms of casting news and breakdowns.)

“Anything good?” He asks, when he’s drunk his fill — though he’s finding that his thirst for Robert might be bottomless.

Robert doesn’t startle or even really flinch, just looks over at him like he was gently awakened. His smile is radiant — but more so in this light, white teeth flashing in the phone light, which also renders his freckles a little paler.

“Nothing as good as what’s right here,” Robert says, affection coming through loud and clear. He then lifts his right arm above his head, an open invitation.

Aaron accepts it, shuffling in closer, and bringing the covers with him. He snuggles in closer until his head is resting on the ball of Robert’s shoulder as he turns himself sideways on his left side. Robert’s arm comes back down, wrapping around his back and resting on the curve of his arse.

When Aaron turns towards the phone screen he sees instead that it’s a book, Robert’s attention instead captured by some kind of video.

It takes him a second to clock what’s happening on screen, because then he gasps in disbelief.

“Are you watching my episode of Black Mirror?” He shifts to gaze up at him, searching Robert’s face for any detail of an answer.

“Why?” He asks, horrified.

Robert turns from the phone to look down at him, and then says without any embarrassment or shame. “The first time I ever saw this, I knew I had to meet you.”

“You’re joking me,” Aaron barks a laugh. “My character was mental.”

“Yeah,” Robert agrees, his index finger now rubbing a lazy circle into Aaron’s hip, the feel and motion of it deeply soothing. “But you played him with such intensity.”

“Probably just thought I was fit, or something,” Aaron protests, rolling his eyes at Robert. “I spent half the episode naked.”

“Well, obviously there was that,” Robert concedes, but even with his playful tone, Aaron can tell he still means it. That he’d actually been attracted to Aaron’s acting.

“Does this mean you fantasized about me?” Aaron asks cheekily, even though he’s nervous about the answer.

“If I didn’t, I’d be mental,” Robert says with all the confidence in the world, like this is an undisputed fact.

He’d wanted to hear it, but it still makes him blush. Aaron rolls inward towards Robert’s shoulder. Robert’s hand and finger don’t stop their circling.

“Shut up,” he chides him gently.

“It’s true though,” Robert admits, voice quiet in the night, his face growing ever more thoughtful. “It’s why I wanted to do this project. Figure at least this way I’d get a chance to work with you.”

“More like, hoped you’d get a chance to shag me,” Aaron retorts, but there’s nothing in his voice but affectionate lightness.

“Not going to lie and say I didn’t dream about that,” Robert chuckles. “Though I did really hope you might be bisexual as well.”

“Worked out in the end, I suppose,” Aaron says quietly.

Robert hums his agreement. On his phone screen a younger version of Aaron fights against a male co-star.

Time passes, a few more moments go by, then Aaron says, trying not to keep the worry from creeping into his voice too much, “You know, if people find out about us, we might have to come out publicly.”

He doesn’t want to say it, but he feels like he has to, not wanting to cost Robert his career. “You could lose the Bond role.”

“I told you, Aaron, I don’t care who finds out.” It doesn’t sound flippant, and it doesn’t sound thrown away. It sounds sure as can be and confident. “Didn’t exactly take this job to prove I could do my own stunts. Though I think we both did well on that front.”

Robert pinches his hip as if to underscore the point, sending a spark of shock right through him. Aaron startles and arches his back closer, his bare chest now snug into Robert’s side.

“You’re an idiot, you know that?” Aaron grumbles poking his chest. Under his left ear, Robert shakes with quiet laughter.

“Yes, but an idiot you like,” Robert says when he can finally answer. “And an idiot you had a crush on.”

Aaron rubs his hip sorely. “I can still kick you out of bed, you know.”

“You wouldn’t do that to a poor, defenceless, idiot,” Robert offers in his defence. Aaron just rolls his eyes at it.

“Do you seriously ever shut up?” He questions, not really annoyed.

Robert’s voice is low when he replies, “Like I said. Go ahead and make me.”

Aaron comes up for a kiss.

:::::

They do come out eventually, when doing the rounds to promote the movie, and all their fears are brushed aside as it makes their stock rise even higher. Suddenly they have interviews scheduled with all the top publications, with joint profiles in both The Guardian and Variety. (Aaron asks his mum to go buy extras of both, his idea to have them framed as an eventual moving-in present.)

The movie’s a success as it starts to do the circuit, opening first in limited release and then going wider and wider. It garners great reviews, most of it focusing on Aaron and Robert’s performance, with plenty of mentions of their chemistry. (Robert particularly likes reading those aloud in bed, pulling them up on his phone not long after Aaron awakens.)

Amongst all the furor and the immense fan support, the good news start to trickle in. George Miller wants to meet Aaron to discuss a possible part in Mad Max, while Robert has a meeting about playing Bond after all. As it turns out, times are very definitely changing, and the minds in charge of the franchise have decided they’d quite like to adapt along with it. Neither of them expect anything to actually come of it. But they still joke about Robert wearing that suit and celebrate.  

A few months after that, Harriet calls waking them both up, the film — as well as both their performances and her direction — having been nominated for an Oscar. They lay there together, Robert’s phone on speaker on Aaron’s bare chest, his cheek close beside it, neither of them daring to breathe in their shocked silence.

Aaron cracks first, a long and loud laugh, seconds later Robert starts to join him.

“Can you believe it?” Robert asks, lifting his head. The diffused sunlight from the hotel room balcony window backlights him, showing off his bedhead in all its glory.

“Sure I can,” Aaron shrugs easily, taking in the high cheekbones and the freckles dotting them, the unexpected pinkness of Robert’s lips. Then he looks into Robert’s eager eyes, letting the now-alert green and blue wash over him. “Harriet Finch, innit?”

“But you and me, nominated for an Oscar…” Robert quietly marvels. “Do you think we could win?”

Aaron just watches him, memorising this face, already planning their celebration. He brings a hand up, and cups Robert’s cheek, stroking a thumb across a warm cheekbone. Then he leans up, gives him a soft kiss, then lies back, his head hitting the pillow.

Robert’s eyes open slowly, and his smile grows softer; a small one that he reserves for Aaron.

“Reckon we could,” Aaron says, feeling himself return it. “Who doesn’t love a good love story?”

[alliswell21]

Peeta the Friendly Ghost

Part Eight:

Mrs Everdeen looked at the ghostly trio under her readers and hastily pushed back a few strands of loose hair behind her ear. “What makes Mockingjay Manor ideal for ghosts?”

“There were already ghosts here.” Said Johanna shifting between visible and invisible. She was hoping to annoy Mrs Everdeen but the woman didn’t seem to care either way, so she stopped.

“The boy was lonely. I’m a sucker for teenagers that need mentoring.” Three pairs of eyes shifted to Haymitch and Johanna cackled while Finnick snorted.

Mrs Everdeen took notes and addressed the last ghost. “How about you, Finnick. What drew you to the manor?”

Finnick’s countenance immediately fell. The room turned frigid and the furniture shook. The walls pulsated in and out and the lights flickered.

Peeta rushed down the ceiling, sliding through the sitting room’s vintage chandelier, towards the upset spirit. “Finnick,” He called softly. “Let’s tie some knots.” He said producing a silk rope from thin air.

A moment later, Finnick was tying knots with Peeta and the room went back to normal.

“What did just happened?” Katniss asked breathlessly after having rushed down the stairs.

“Finn had a moment.” Said Johanna inspecting her cuticles.

“So temperamental, that one.” Added Haymitch sagging on the couch like a sack of potatoes.

“What exactly did I say to upset him?” Asked Mrs. Everdeen more out of journalistic curiosity than contrition.

“Nothing really. But merely hint of what he left behind, and he gets all moopy and poltergeist-y.” Johanna shrugged.

Mrs. Everdeen was about to ask a follow up question, but Katniss beat her to the punch. “I’m going to help him see his family. Maybe then he can move on.”

“How or where are you planning on doing this, Katniss?” Asked her mother aggravated.

“I know where they are, and if he’s okay with it, I’m gonna bring them here.”

KPKPKPKPKPKPKPKPK

Peeta and Katniss convinced Finnick he looked handsome, despite being mostly ethereal, colorless and in the fatigues he died in a decade before. The ghost was still nervously floating in a circle all over the place, forming a small twister to in the middle of the room. The other two had been banned from the living areas just to be sure.

“What if seeing me like this disturbs Annie? Pushes her over the edge of sanity? She’s so fragile. She’s been through enough traumatic experiences to add this on top.”

Katniss sighed. “Finnick, I’ve spoken to your wife every day for almost two weeks. She has never once, doubted I was telling her the truth about you, or even shied away from topic. She’s fully embraced the idea of seeing you now, in fact, she was so excited about the possibility of talking to you again, she’s been begging to come since the first day. It’s you who’s been afraid of meeting her.”

Finnick still looked doubtful, but before he could say anything to refute the girl’s argument, they heard the doorbell ringing.

“It’s her!” Katniss gasped excited. She was anxious about the whole thing of course, but she believed that giving Finnick a chance to see his family would give him closure and help him move on.

Mrs. Everdeen made her way to the sitting room moodily. She really didn’t like the idea of strangers encroaching her lab… ‘house’... to disturb her test subjects. But she figured that observing this interaction was also part of her research, so, grudgingly, she allowed the meet to happen in the manor.

Annie was petite with dark red hair that contrasted handsomely with her fair skin and delicate features. Medium height and though her sea green eyes where sad and somewhat guarded, there was a soothing effect to her quiet voice. She was pretty in a ‘old Hollywood’ kind of way. She glided into the room holding her son’s hand tightly following Katniss closely, but Finnick was nowhere to be seen.

Katniss gave an exasperated groan. “Where did he go?” She asked her mother.

“I’m not sure.” Said Mrs. Everdeen unhelpfully.

“Fine!” The teen grumbled, then turned and spoke in a nicer tone, “Annie, this is my mother. Please, take a sit. I’ll be back in a jiffy!” Katniss thundered out of the room and roared Finnick’s name, instead bring the other ghosts to her.

Johanna pretended she was swimming backwards in circles around Katniss, then asked obnoxiously. “Why are you fuming, Brainless? Your cutesy plan to reunite Finnick with his wifey backfired already?”

Katniss glared calling Finnick’s name again. Haymitch seemed to be content just following them lazily, not really saying anything which was fine with Katniss, really. Who needed his acerbic commentary, anyway? Peeta disappeared into a wall and Katniss cursed her solid state and inability to follow him in when the doorknob didn’t budge at her twist. She resorted to banging on the door loudly. The other two spirits went into the wall smirking at her.

“Open up! Right now! Annie is out here waiting for you!” Katniss yelled.

Jo stuck her head out of the wall startling Katniss. “He said, no way Jose!”

“What do you mean no way? He agreed to this! Finnick! Come outside this instant!”

“He said, You go away this instant.” Haymitch added poking his head out.

“UGH! You are all infuriating!” The teen screamed slamming her open hand on the unforgiving wooden door.

There was a gasp, followed by a disbelieving “Katniss?” Behind the raven haired girl.

Katniss turned around to see big, round, sea green eyes staring at her with all kinds of questions written there. The woman had followed Katniss there without her knowledge. The two mischievous spirits got excited when they saw the woman.

“What do we have here?” Said Johanna coming completely out of the wall.

“Well, well, well… seems like Sargent Sugar Cube was holding out on us, Jo.” The two spirits were about to start their game of who could get a bigger scream, when Peeta came to reason with them, trying to shield the perplexed looking woman.

“Fellows, come on. Let’s be reasonable. There are children in the house.“ Peeta tried to placate his companions.

The other two drew closer and closer, “So that’s the delicious smell of fear permeating the house?” Said Johanna but before they could start haunting anyone, Finnick rushed out of the room and flashed the other two with a blinding light that somehow expelled them away to their corner of the manor.

Finnick stood facing the direction Jo and Haymitch ran to, like a guard dog, until Annie spoke bringing everything back into focus. “Finnick! It really is you!”

Finnick turned to her slowly. “I couldn’t let them scare your child. I doubt his father would be very happy about that.”

“His father?” She asked momentarily confused. But a slow, sweet smile curled her lips, and made her face light up like the morning sun. “Finn, honey? Can you please come over here?” She called loudly behind her, and a boy with bronze colored hair and the most stunning sea green eyes stepped into the corridor, escorted by a more attentive Mrs. Everdeen.

At first, the boy stood solidly glued to floor, staring at the floating figures in front of him, but his mother soothed, “Don’t be afraid, sweetheart. There’s someone I want you to meet.”

The boy stepped closer, and Finnick couldn’t look away. The resemblance between father and son was uncanny even to himself. “Hi Daddy.” Said Finnick Jr. looking up at him cautiously. “Mamma talks about you all the time. She says your jokes were ridiculous, but made her laugh so hard her sides hurt. She says you made the best grilled shrimp, and that you could hold your breath underwater for a whole 10 minutes. I can only 2 right now, but I’m working on it every summer. I wanna be a swimmer. Like you.”

Finnick finally tore his eyes from the boy, just to stare at Annie in wonder, but then he moved lower, eye level with his boy. “That’s… that’s great son.” He stuttered. “2 whole minutes! That’s… amazing! The only reason I learned to swim was because your mom was like a mermaid in the water.” The suddenly, he reached for the kid’s face and a most wonderful thing happened, he was able to touch and feel his child’s warm skin on his ghostly fingers. “Did you know I prayed for you everyday for 5 whole years? We wanted you so badly! the doctors said that I couldn’t give your mommy any babies, and I was so sad for a while… but… here you are!”

“The prayers worked, Finnick.” Provided Annie with tears in her eyes.

“They did! I’m so sorry I missed it. I love you both so much.”

“Katniss, Peeta. Let's give them some privacy.” Whispered Mrs Everdeen wiping her own tears. Katniss followed her mother with a dampened face and full heart. Peeta hovered for a moment looking at his friend for a moment. Finnick mouthed “Thank you!”

Peeta waved. “Now you can rest my friend. Hope to meet you on the other side.”

[ourfavcanadianshawn]

No Feelings Allowed|S.M|Chapter One {let the games begin}

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A/n: So I took a couple days off so I could start this series and make sure it was to it’s fullest potential! I hope you enjoy this series, thank you guys! Also a big thanks to @i-see-you-mendes for creating an amazing quote for this whole series.

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prompt: shawn and y/n have some unfinished business that they decide to…tend to

“Why do we keep playing this game like there are no feelings involved, when in the end that’s all there’s ever been?” { @i-see-you-mendes }

She walked into the party just a little after eight, still tired from her shift at the hospital. She wasn’t sure if she was fashionably late, or fashionably early. All she knows is that tomorrow is the weekend which means it’s a great time for her to get wasted. She was ready to feel like an actual college student again instead of some forty-five year old doctor.

A sea of bodies gathered in the living room, grinding and making out with each other. People were seated on the couch to participate in a game of truth or dare, each antagonizing each other when one of the players picked truth instead of dare. People lined the walls, either making out or trying to maintain their balance, or both.

She instantly got an uneasy feeling in her stomach, saying that it was a bad idea to show up here after so many years.

Her eyes scanned the room, hoping to land on someone familiar. Perhaps the person who actually invited her.

Her narrowed eyes landed on the other side of the room, a fiery redhead talking to a dark haired brunette. The uneasy feeling evened out after she found the host of the party, Brian.

“Well well well. If it isn’t little miss Y/n. Surprised you put down the stethoscope for once.” Brian spoke up as he saw her approaching him. A playful grin appeared on his lips. “Good to see you too, Brian.” She rolled her eyes at him, joining him and his friend. “Hey Y/n, how are you?” Matt, the dark brunette greeted with a big smile glued to his face. He inclined down to her to hug her after years of not seeing each other.

“Hey Matt! I’m good, how are you guys?” She gestured between the two men after the hug. “Nothing much. Just having fun with life.” Brian answered for the two of them. She finally noticed how different the two looked. Matt had longer hair than back in high school and seemed much taller. Brian well was still Brian.

“Can I get you a drink?” Brian lifted an eyebrow at her, pointing to his own drink. “Yeah, totally. A beer is fine!” She smiled at his nice gesture. He nodded for her to follow him.

He led her into the kitchen and brought her by the fridge. “How has Uni of Toronto been treating you?” Brian tried to make small talk as he dipped down into the fridge to retrieve her a beer. “Good. It’s an amazing school.” She shrugged, not really wanting to talk about school tonight. Brian closed the fridge and handed her a cold one. “I wish I would have went when I got the chance to.” He frowned, taking a gulp of his drink. “Why didn’t you?” She tilted her head to the side.

“My dad. He’s always wanted me to take over his business so I had to stay closer to his work in order to learn how the ropes work.” Brian crossed his arms, leaning against the fridge. “I’m sorry, Brian.” One of her hands found his shoulder, giving it a light squeeze.

“It okay. I really enjoy it actually.” He pushes off the fridge after a few seconds and gave her a smile. “That’s great!” She opened the beer can, smiling over at him.

“Yeah, my dad-“ “Brian, can you grab me a Moosehead?” Brian was cut off by another male’s voice. A little bit of a too familiar voice.

Brian and her turned their heads to source of the voice to see a very old friend of theirs. Her jaw mentally dropped, she didn’t even think he was in town. She thought he would be too busy dancing around a stage somewhere, far from here.

“Of course, Shawn.” Brian dipped back down into the fridge, grabbing a beer for the old friend of theirs. He looked a lot different from the last time she saw him. Her eyes traveled quickly down his body before anyone could notice. Long brown ringlets hung over his forehead, somehow making him look more older than he was. And a tight white teeshirt, defining his muscles perfectly. He had really bulked up since high school. And maybe he was a few inches taller than back then as well. But to sum it all up, Shawn had gotten hot. Sure he was cute and adorable in high school, but he looked like a Calvin Klein model now.

She felt as she was staring to long because it seemed like he finally felt it, causing his head to turn in her direction. She flushed pink and forced her eyes to stare down at her feet. She felt his eyes going up and down on her, checking her out.

“Do my eyes deceive me? Little miss Y/n finally stepped away from the operation table.” She heard him humorously remark, making her look up at him. “I think it’s my eyes that are deceiving me. Mr. Hollywood hotshot not standing behind a microphone, fascinating.” She fired back sarcastically.

“Touché, Y/l/n.” He let out the same angelic laugh as he had back in senior year. Brian handed Shawn his beer and joined in on the laughter. “You haven’t changed one bit, have you?” Shawn added on, opening his beer with one bang onto the counter top. His golden orbs sparkling at her, making the hairs on the back of her neck stick up.

“That’s for you to be the judge of.” She winked, her eyes staying trained on Shawn. Her eye contact became intense with him, both creating a tension in the air. She simply cut it off by turning on her converse sneaker and walking back to the living room.

“You invite her?” Shawn questioned Brian after she had left the room. Knowing anyone could have invited her. “Yep.” Brian chuckled, sipping on his beverage.

“Good call.”

“Alright, beer pong! Who wants to play?” Ian’s voice rang through the entire house. She stood at the other side of the ping pong table, palms flat on the table ready to begin. “I’ll play.” Matt ran up to the table with a bottle of beer in his hand. “We need another person.” Ian called out, looking around for a potential player.

She scanned the room, hoping to find someone good at this game. No one really seemed to want to play.

“It’s okay. I can take on the two of you.” She smirked, starting to line up the cups on her side.

“No, no. You need a-“ “I’ll play.” A hand shot up in the crowd, which belonged to the voice that had cut Ian off.

People started to move for the volunteer to come forward, and out of the crowd came one Mr. Shawn Mendes.

“Okay, cool you can be Y/n’s partner.” Matt smiled pointing over at her. “Gladly.” Shawn’s eyes stared at her as she lined up the cups as straight as possible. “Great. So I’m gonna lose.” She coldly remarked, turning to meet Shawn’s gaze.

“I wouldn’t be to sure about that, Y/l/n.” He smirked at her, making his way to her side of the table. She glared up at him, rolling her eyes, “Oh give me a break.”

“Okay so the dynamic duo, Y/n and Shawn back at it again versus Ian and Matt, the non-dynamic duo.” Brian called out, hesitating on Matt and Ian’s part.

“Hmmm, dynamic duo? I like that.” Shawn kept smirking down at Y/n. His hand stayed flat on the table, helping him lean onto it.

“Too bad I don’t.” She shook her head in disapproval, slapping his hand away from the table. “Hey!” He backed his hand away from the table.

“Alright Y/n call it heads or tails.” Brian pointed over at her, with a coin in hand.

“Ta-“ “Heads.” Shawn cut her off, and whispered in her ear, “Isn’t that right…partner?”

“Eat a dick.” She rolled her eyes and watched the coin flip.

“Heads.” Brian called out, “The dynamic duo will go first.”

Brian bounced them a ping ball each, Shawn grabbed both balls before they could even bounce a second time.

“Hey!” She called out after not being able to catch her ball. “Oh you want this.” He teasingly waved the ball in her face. She scowled up at him, clearly pissed.

“Hey, if you want the ball all you have to do is—CHRIST!” He yelled, dropping the ball in her hand after she kicked him in the thigh. “Try again bitch.” She chuckled lightly before turning to make a shot. “You have not changed since high school, I swear. Still very competitive.” He grinned down at her. She stuck her tongue out at him and made the ball into the center cup of the opponents.

“And you love it.” She grinned back up at him.

The party was pretty much over now. The left over people were gathered on the sofas in the living room, playing truth or dare. There was no more music, just a faint Drake song playing in the background. Solo cups were thrown all over the apartment, one was even somehow stuck to the ceiling.

“Truth or dare, Brian?” Shawn called out from beside her. “Dare all the way.” Brian hollered out, leaning forward on his knees.

“I dare you to, call McDonalds and ask if they’re open.” Shawn frowned at his lame dare. “You really were not meant for this game.” Y/n chuckled from next him. He looked over at her like a lost puppy. His eyes staring deep into hers, she just smiled and shoved him playfully. Everyone else in the room noticed the small interaction.

“Fine.” Brian sighed, getting out his phone to call McDonalds.

His call resulted in him sounding like a complete idiot to the worker, what’s new?

“Y/n, truth or dare?” Brian asked from across the coffee table. He gave her puppy dog eyes, puppy dog eyes pleading her to pick dare.

“….truth.”

“Ugh….what’s your best party trick?” His head fell back, annoyed from her picking truth. Everyone watched from around the coffee table as the gears in her mind tried to shift around. “I’m good with games?” She asked more than stated. Everyone had a confused expression painted on their faces. “Like what?” Ian smirked at her as she took a sip of her drink.

“Okay. Shawn, lets play fire truck.” Her head turned towards the slim boy right beside her. His eyes immediately switching to nervousness, “What’s that?”

“Just tell me when to stop.” She placed her hand on his knee, slowly making her way to his mid area. His breathe hitched as she was just a couple inches away from his crouch. His Adams-apple kept sliding up and down at a rapid speed.

He inhaled, watching her hand slide its way up his thigh, “Stop.”

Everyone around burst into laughter, Shawn still not catching on to the game.

Her hand left his leg and went to cover her mouth from laughter.

“What?” He knitted his eyebrows together, squaring his shoulders slightly.

“Fire trucks don’t stop, dumbass.” She breathed out, trying to control her laughter. “Yes they do.” He argued. “When?” She cocked her head to side, confused at his statement. “…when…when there are cars in the way.” He managed out, trying to sound smart but failing miserably.

“Jesus! You’re really the life of the party aren’t yah?” She squinted her eyes, calling him out sarcastically.

“I remember you used to do that to Geoff all the damn time in high school.” Ian breathed out, still trying to compose his laughter. “Oh yeah. I think I still have that picture of his face when you did it to him for the first time.” Brian hopped in on the conversation. “No way!” Her eyes shined more brighter than they already were. “Yeah. I’ll go grab it…the box of memories I go.” Brian stood up from the couch and marched his way down the hallway that leads to his bedroom.

“So that’s your party trick huh?” Shawn whispered over to her, putting an arm around her like old times. He leaned further back onto the couch and propped his feet up on the coffee table. “Why yes it is.” She leaned into him and crossed her legs. “Interesting.” He smiled down at her, he smiled even wider when he noticed how close they were. Everyone was in there own conversation. There was only four other people there including Brian besides them. She was the only girl besides Matt’s girlfriend who was currently sleeping on his shoulder.

“Okay, okay here it is.” Brian squeaked, skipping into the room. He set a large bin on the table and unlocked it. “Every high school memory of mine is in this box.” Brian began digging into the box.

“Ahh. Here it…” His voice trailed off. “Did you find it?” She cocked her head away from Shawn’s shoulder. “Yeah…and this.” He held up a small piece of paper with a (the letter your first name starts with) and a S. “That’s not what I think it is, is it?” Her mouth began to hang low.

“Yeah, it is.” Brian nodded after unfolding the paper and scanning though it. “It’s the contract…” He added.

“I thought I burned that shit.” Shawn’s eyebrows became knitted together, confusion striking his face.

“No…I kept it.” Brian handed Shawn the contract. Shawn snatched the contract and skimmed over it.

I, Shawn Mendes and I, Y/n Y/l/n do not have feelings for each other and therefore will not show any signs of feelings for that matter. If one of us does admit to having feelings for the other for whatever reason, the last one standing shall win something of their choosing.

Signed, Y/n and Shawn

This was it. The contract that was made senior year but never fulfilled due to them going their separate ways.

“Holy shit.” Shawn mumbled, still not believing the contract still existed. The whole room filled with silence. Everyone just staring at the two idiots who agreed to the contract.

“What if we renew the contract?” Ian mentioned, smirking at the two once best friends. The both of them looked at each other and then back at Ian. “No, dude that’s stupid. We don’t have feelings for each other.” Shawn snapped at him. “Really?” Ian pointed to Shawn’s arm around Y/n. “Shut up.” Shawn rolled his eyes, still keeping his arm around her. “So you up for the challenge?” Ian cocked a eyebrow at the two.

“Just sign by your name.” Matt gave Y/n and Shawn a pen. “You sure about this?” Y/n leaned over the paper, staring up at Shawn. “We don’t feelings for each other, right?” Shawn raised his eyebrows checking with his old best friend. “Of course.”

Both of them signed their names at the bottom of the contract and turned to each other. “All the same rules apply.” She added.

“Bet.” He held out a hand. She hesitated grabbing it. She blinked slowly up at him before grasping his hand in hers.

“Bet.”

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Emma Stone's Short Haircuts Emma Stone's Short Haircuts and Hairstyles, And apparently making the most of her return to blonde hair, as she cut it as soon as possible. The actress made a brand new bob on the set of Maniac, the upcoming Netflix comedy StyleCaster reports. The shoot pushed Emma to some sweet confines of the 80s, while she also filmed the project while. Emma Stone's Short Hairstyles Emma Stone's Short Haircuts and Hairstyles, Sporting a perm wave and long blonde extensions. But this bob is notably more stylish, and certainly more "now," with jaw-grazing wires long enough to be tucked behind the actress's ears. She accessorized the new look with a vintage cymbal tee and jeans. What's remarkable is that both the outfit and the hair read like something you could wear in 1987 or 2020 - 2021. Emma Stone's Haircuts Emma Stone's Short Haircuts and Hairstyles, And while he is a fan of both bursts and bobs in particular. 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But, on Emma, the look is particularly appealing. His wispy, side-swept bangs are still intact, and they fit seamlessly into his brief style. The ends are blunt and don't have a ton of layers. Emma Stone black hair In fact, Emma's take on Bob is super classic - and intensely beautiful. Emma Stone has a solid relationship with her family. He said in an interview that he was blessed with a loving family. She dated Andrew Garfield in the lead role. Emma Stone Hair Style File Emma stone and his girlfriend have appeared on screen together on several occasions. She didn't want to speak publicly about her relationship. Here she wears a vibrant copper hue in her hair and sticks with shades of pink make-up to match her skin and open eyes. Emma Stone bangs haircut Her eyes feature charcoal smoky eyeliner that creates a cat look, while her cheeks look fresh and rosy thanks to rosy blush applied to her cheeks. Bright cerise pink lipstick completes this look perfectly. 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Emma Stone's Short Haircuts and Hairstyles - 15+ - https://shorthaircutsmodels.com/emma-stone-short-haircuts-and-hairstyles/ - Emma Stone's Short Haircuts and Hairstyles, I'm talking about the fairy cut, people. This isn't the first time it's been short, but it's shorter than it's ever been before. Update: as of October. He had 6 stone long hair, and since the cover was probably shot before then, there's a real chance of his cut. The 27-year-old actress adorns the cover of Vogue's November issue with a brand new cropped hairdo that is quite different from her. Emma Stone's Short Haircuts and Hairstyles Emma Stone's Short Haircuts and Hairstyles, Signature trendy lob (long bob). Although you may know Emma Stone as the best redhead, the actress ' natural hair colour is blonde. (She dyed her hair red for her star-made turn as Jules in Superbad, and it has since become her signature. Emma Stone's Short Haircuts Emma Stone's Short Haircuts and Hairstyles, And apparently making the most of her return to blonde hair, as she cut it as soon as possible. The actress made a brand new bob on the set of Maniac, the upcoming Netflix comedy StyleCaster reports. The shoot pushed Emma to some sweet confines of the 80s, while she also filmed the project while. Emma Stone's Short Hairstyles Emma Stone's Short Haircuts and Hairstyles, Sporting a perm wave and long blonde extensions. But this bob is notably more stylish, and certainly more "now," with jaw-grazing wires long enough to be tucked behind the actress's ears. She accessorized the new look with a vintage cymbal tee and jeans. What's remarkable is that both the outfit and the hair read like something you could wear in 1987 or 2020 - 2021. Emma Stone's Haircuts Emma Stone's Short Haircuts and Hairstyles, And while he is a fan of both bursts and bobs in particular. This is evidence that sometimes an inch or two can make all the difference in the impact. Emma Stone's Hairstyles Emma Stone is one of Hollywood's most recognizable redheads, even if shdoesn't have a natural hair color. Emmâ € ™ s fair skin looks gorgeous with red hair, thanks to her freckled complexion and pink shades. Emma Stone's own personal hair wizard Mara Roszak: thinking about her new hairstyle. Emma Stone's Short Hair I decided to go straight to the source and join the help of a seasoned professional. Related: try our Hollywood make-up tool to see how redhead will look, the Los Angeles-based hairdresser who counts Mila Kunis and Lily Collins among her clients has arguably been a harbinger of classic style. After waiting patiently for two months for my date. Emma Stone's Hair Roszak dived into town a few days before the annual Met Ball and at a convenient time that was finally beginning to feel like spring in New York. Working his magic, I chose how he started his brain (hint: it includes a particular icon of the 90s), why Bob is experiencing a revival in popularity and, most importantly, when to keep it. Emma Stone red hair He's not around. Here's an excerpt from our conversation: going between red, blonde, brown and black, Emma Stone is a real chameleon when it comes to her hair. The wide-eyed Oscar winner is certainly not afraid to mix it up, and neither should you. How to Steal Emma Stone's Top Hairstyles Whether it's sleek straight locks, glamours curls, beach waves, fiery red, sandy blonde or mysterious Negroes, Ms. Stone's hair is all you need when it comes to inspiration. She may be associated as a-list actress Emma Stone as she is attractive. Emma Stone Haircut Ideas You Should Try Out One aspect of her congenial is her ability to look amazing in the range of beautiful style hair cuts and colors that makes her stand out and be the envy of many women. If you're wondering what her secret is while standing short, medium or bushy and tall, here are 30 Emma Stone hairstyle, haircut and hair color ideas you should try straight from Hollywood. Emma Stone hair color Pick one or try a few, because as one of tinsel Town's highest-paid actresses, you're guaranteed to look gorgeous and polished. How would you like to start as a hairdresser? When I was 13, I did all my friends ' hair for Bat Mitzvahs. It's a funny story in terms of my professional career. L. a.'I have a family friend who is a journalist and when. Emma Stone's Best Red-Carpet Hairstyles I had just graduated from Beauty School at Marinello Beauty School she called me and asked if I could do Sarah Michelle Gellar's hair. This was in early 2020-2021, when it was very large. I didn't even have a licence - my mum had to drive me there. Emma Stone is the perfect woman all girls want to be. Emma Stone natural hair She is very attractive, beautiful and cherry. Every time she comes into our sights, she is spotted with a gorgeous hairstyle. Here are the top 26 of Emma Stone's most impressive hairstyles. Take a look at them to see if you can pull them off. Emma Stone is the perfect woman all girls want to be. She is very attractive, beautiful and cherry. Emma Stone's natural hair color Every time she comes into our sights, she is spotted with a gorgeous hairstyle. Here are the top 26 of Emma Stone's most impressive hairstyles. Take a look at them to see if you can pull them off. Emma Stone natural hair colour Only in 2020 did Stone's hair change from almost black to icy, platinum yellow. And besides changing his tone, Stone is not afraid of the Clippers. So she ended her fling with extensions and chopped her shoulder length ' to make it into a jawbone grazing bob. This article will provide information on Emma Stone's short hair boom with Bob Hairstyle 2020. Emma Stone hair 2020 - 2021 But she cuts her hair and to discuss the brief bio before moving on to her basic style Emma Stone. Emma stone real name Emily Jean is a popular American actress. Born in Scottsdale, Arizona, United on November 6, 1988. He was considered one of the winners of the Academy Award and Golden Globe Awards. Emma Stone strawberry blonde Emma Stone has enjoyed acting since she was a child. She attended the Valley Youth Theatre in Phoenix. Arizona, and performed in Kenneth Grahame's production of “the. Pearl wind of the Willos. If you're wondering if Bob is a good idea for your hair this fall, let's leave some insights in Emma Stone's way. Today, redhead (whom we love and adore) appeared on the carpet for his latest film, Birdman, at the Venice Film Festival. Best Emma Stone hairstyles images Look what you did to your hair. This is quite an incredible Bob doing sport, if we say so ourselves. It's no secret that everyone in Hollywood struggles to wrap their heads. But, on Emma, the look is particularly appealing. His wispy, side-swept bangs are still intact, and they fit seamlessly into his brief style. The ends are blunt and don't have a ton of layers. Emma Stone black hair In fact, Emma's take on Bob is super classic - and intensely beautiful. Emma Stone has a solid relationship with her family. He said in an interview that he was blessed with a loving family. She dated Andrew Garfield in the lead role. Emma Stone Hair Style File Emma stone and his girlfriend have appeared on screen together on several occasions. She didn't want to speak publicly about her relationship. Here she wears a vibrant copper hue in her hair and sticks with shades of pink make-up to match her skin and open eyes. Emma Stone bangs haircut Her eyes feature charcoal smoky eyeliner that creates a cat look, while her cheeks look fresh and rosy thanks to rosy blush applied to her cheeks. Bright cerise pink lipstick completes this look perfectly. This mid-length ' do is worn in medium-length soft waves up to the tips. Giving the optimal style movement and shape to frame a long face. Emma Stone real hair color Long bursts are swept sideways to complete the face and brilliantly complete from start to finish. The product is essential to shine and hold, and regular fixes every 4-6 weeks will help prevent split ends. Emma Stone went for her shortest hairdo to date with a glamorous new pixie cut. The 27-year-old wowed fans with her edgy style as she stars on. Emma Stone side bangs The cover of American Vogue. The Birdman star looks almost unrecognisable with her boyish short hair, which she sweeps sideways for a casual and stylish look. Although Emma has been known to regularly change her hairstyles. It seems the pixie cut could be a temporary appearance for the photoshoot. Emma Stone Hairstyles, Hair Cuts and Colors Choosing a new hairstyle can be a scary, all-consuming experience-especially if you, like me, have been stuck at the same length for the majority of your adult life. But when I've seen the proliferation of Bob in recent months (including but not limited to. Emma Stone blonde Beyoncé, Sarah Hyland and Britney Spears) and then I've grown tired of turning to the rebellious and increasingly taller J-fro. Birdman was not the only thing Emma Stone premiered at the Venice Film Festival-she also debuted a new haircut. Emma Stone blonde hair A short, blunt-cut bob by Mara Roszak (who steps below) is shorter than the shoulder-skimming she had in April this year. It's a very good decision. It's love for him. What about the lipstick she's wearing here? Make-up artist Rachel Goodwin used the whimsical Revlon ColorBurst Laquer balm and stained it with a texture to reduce the. Emma Stone natural hair color Extra shine for the soft Magenta stain effect. It's no secret that autumn is the season for hair changes. But instead of taking to social media to show off her new locks, this actress just had a much bigger reveal. For the November issue of Vogue, cover star. Emma Stone redhead Emma Stone cut all her hair. To help you choose your next cut, colour and hairstyle, we've rounded up Emma Stone's best styles to date. View yourself with Emma Stone hairstyles. We also provide easy "how to style" by reporting tips on which hair can match face shape, hair texture and hair density. Emma Stone long bob It was the events of the media that Emma was in a loving relationship with Dave McCary. Who does the hairstyle compliment the advanced fashion style rate and to start a new year to update your trendy, facial? Part of the exciting time and fun here is choosing one of the most popular short hairstyles. Dive in now to explore the fabulous range of vibrant colours. Emma Stone real hair colour Highlight trends and versatile short hairstyles, which will take you to the stage this year and attract a lot of positive attention this year. This gorgeous asymmetrical bob is an eye-catching look, whether you're out every day or just wearing it in the evening. Emma Stone brown hair The long sweep of hair on one side of her forehead creates a peek-a-boo, flirty look and capture deep waves and reflects the light of a very attractive blonde hairstyle. The last time she spotted Emma Stone back in mid-July, she had flowing long locks and side-swept bursts. But this week, the copper-haired actress debuted a new look-a trendy chin-grazing bob. - Premiered his new film Birdman, at the Venice International Film Festival. Emma Stone bangs We like to think she read our Autumn Hair Trends story about. Long bobs and cropped cuts being completely. Even better, earlier the same day, Stone adorned her short locks. In a sleek braided low bun, showing that even cropped styles can be worn in updos. Over the years, she has styled her hair into an asymmetrical bob and tried out wispy bursts several times. He even played with a fairy-cut wig once. Emma Stone dark hair Stone's ever-changing hairstyles on the red carpet are also an inspiration. She often wears a deep side part and retro waves like a former Hollywood star. But he's also not afraid to try a head full of complex updos or curls. In the future, you'll find a roundup of Emma Stone's most memorable red carpet hairstyles that really fuels the hair crush. Emma Stone curly hair Having stints as a Blonde, Redhead and brunette, Emma Stone is not afraid to experiment when it comes to her hair. From stylish chignons and forties-style curls to rock'n'roll waves and blunt fringes, we draw on the actor's most memorable hairstyles to date. Emma Stone brunette Some fans have claimed her stunning ' do is actually a wig. As magazine covers are shot months in advance and Emma has still. Been spotted rocking a shoulder-length bob in recent weeks. Still, it wouldn't be out of character for The Amazing Spiderman star to get a tough, new look. She regularly gives fans great hair envy whether she is. Emma Stone bob hair Rocking a shoulder length style, adding a short bob or fringe, as well as coloring her hair in a variety of shades including Auburn, brunette and blonde. Summer is over (in case you haven't heard), but that hasn't stopped Emma Stone from continuing the season's trend of super-short bobs. Over the past few months, a number of celebrities.