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me realizing i hadn't updated the age in my rules here since i was 24

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scheduled post that i'll prob reblog a few times on my rp blogs but: i have decided to go exclusively by Aspen. if you slip up / don't know and call me Nicole, it's fine. but i would greatly prefer to be called Aspen. i also am pretty sure i'm going to change my hub blog url ( @nicolenostalgia ) to make the shift easier and also because. . . it's actually started to bother me, despite any sentimentality i have for the url. as for pronouns, i'm still fine with they/them or she/her, although you get extra bonus love from me if you switch it up occasionally rather than defaulting to one. however, if defaulting to one is easier to remember, genuinely don't worry abt it!

anyway

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sentence starters from my wip fics, pt. I

please do not add to this list nor repost the list as your own. tw: mentions of murder + attempted murder.

I just fell for that, didn’t I?

Is it because you like me so much?

I bet you regret this now.

Your heart’s pounding.

You’re too empty headed to know much of anything.

Oh, come on! I know something about seduction.

I know you’ve never heard of it, but some people have friends.

I don’t wanna hang out with the dork gang, though. Just you.

Yeah, well I’m an asshole, so we’re even.

I couldn’t sleep because you weren’t there.

Is that your way of flirting?

You’ve never gone to these lengths before.

You can be a real smart ass sometimes, you know?

I wanna see a different side of you today.

You made one mistake though—you didn't disarm me.

Kiss me.

You’re definitely not boring.

What are you thinking about?

We have to learn to confront it at some point.

Can you wait to kill me until I finish breakfast?

What’s the matter? Jealous?

I’ve never been more serious in my life.

[ Name ] won’t shut up about you.

Stop pretending to be mad.

It’s part of my evil plan.

I’m not repeating anything [ name ] told me in confidence.

You shouldn’t be so vulgar.

We both know we’re not a couple.

You can’t keep just walking away.

Stop being corny, I’m tired.

You look peaceful when you sleep.

I don’t think you think I’m serious. But I’m always serious!

I didn’t go looking for this.

I don’t like trusting people.

Please keep your feet off of my desk.

Wow, you’re so stoic and unafraid of threats!

How much of anything was real?

Was this the truth you wanted?

Past me had shitty taste.

You're so much more than that.

So, we were lied to.

This is really pathetic, you know.

Why should I go anywhere with you?

I have some ideas, but you have to trust me.

I see your cruelty's still intact.

Shit, you're really pale.

Would you stop trying to leech off of the traumatized children?

I don't have time to detail the extent of my work to you.

Why can’t you just talk to me like a normal person?

Yeah, well, I can deal with my shit myself.

Isn’t everyone so much happier without me around, stirring the pot?

I’m tired. Can your love confession wait until tomorrow?

No good deeds go unpunished, or whatever.

I got two people killed… er, technically maybe three.

Tell me another one of your preachy, boring life lessons!

Careful, I can hear the cogs turning in your head from here.

No one here is ‘okay.’

You didn’t have to come, you know.

We both know what I did.

Don’t give me some shit about ‘finding yourself’ and ‘healing.'

“Hey, don’t think of it as bribing! Think of it as… a reward for putting my best foot forward.

Jeez, am I the only topic of the rumor mill?

You fell asleep on me.

I guess movie night is a good sedative.

I think I did something. Something bad.

Why do you have to make a joke out of everything?

You tell me yours, I’ll tell you mine.

Why were you so out of it last night?

You know, they’re not so bad if you would just get to know them.

Hey, where the fuck have you been?

Why would I forgive someone who tried to kill me?

Well, shit happens!

You’re either plotting to kill me in my sleep or you’re in love with me.

Are you asking me to stargaze with you?

Life doesn’t need to have some big meaning, I guess. I mean, I’m happy right now.

I come with tidings!

It's a cake that says, 'Sorry for trying to have you murdered!'

I can’t trust your big mouth.

What do you do when you disappear during the day?

I’ve never exactly been in a relationship.

At least take me out being talking about commitment.

Why do you spend time with me?

I’m learning more about you. The real you. And I… like [ them / her / him ].

Wow, you’re lame as shit.

Wait, so you’re seducing me by accident?

You two really like each other, huh?

Wow, your voice is so sexy in the morning.

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@ahogedetective liked for a short starter.

"—I didn't order too many!" Apple cider donuts, that is. There was a two-tall stack of full boxes of them on the counter. Still, he stomped his foot indignantly. "I could eat these all by myself."

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@slaughterlocked asked: ❝ Where have you been hiding? ❞ ( misc sentence prompts )

Kokichi had been walking with hands in pockets, so casual it was telling, what with his usually boundless energy. He stopped at the question, however, a mysterious smile cast up at his boss. "Hiding? Why would I hide?" Hands clasped now behind his back as he rocked on his heels. "I've been working super hard." The comment implied insistence, but none was apparent in his tone or body language. He was still smiling as easily as before.

"So, y'know how Foxy's outta commission right now?" And he had specifically been ordered to stay away from Pirate's Cove. "Well, turns out he super receptive to all sorts of information right now. Do you know how easy it is to teach him swear words right now?" A pause. Expression never even shifted. "Not that I would do that."

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@ahogedetective asked: ❝ "just a few more minutes. then you can leave." (DON'T LISTEN TO HIM, KOKI, he's not gonna want to let go of you until you free yourself from his arms!!!) ❞ ( "please don't leave my side" prompts )

Kokichi hummed contently, arms looped around Shuichi and head rested against him. He wasn't making much of a move to leave for someone who had just claimed that he should. Shuichi's words were only another motivator to stay.

"You're using my number one weakness against me: you." Still, he only tucked himself further into Shuichi's side, smile cast up at him. The genuine, gentle one reserved just for Shuichi. "Y'know, it's not like it's time sensitive or whatever. I think I could totally be convinced to stay another hour." And he snickered, face instantly buried against Shuichi's shirt. He didn't need much convincing.

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okay, finally did what needed to be done on this blog (the same thing i did on my multi): i've deleted a vast majority of both old drafts and old asks. quite literally, we're down to 5 drafts and 4 asks and that feels so relieving. obv i'm more than open to new stuff, but i needed to clear out the super super old stuff and start mostly fresh here! i know for a fact it helped me on my multi, so it should help me feel plenty more motivated here too!

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@slaughterlocked asked: ❝ You talk too much. ❞ ( misc sentence prompts )

He met the comment with a wide, bright grin, rocking on his feet where he was restocking one of the prize shelves. "Oh, yeah? Nobody's ever said that before." A tilt of the head was offered, then he took one bounding step toward the counter and hopped atop it. In his hands was a small, golden rabbit plushie. "Kinda rude to say, when you think about it, right?" ( Might be more convincing if he had stopped to breathe for the last five minutes. )

Kokichi held up the plushie, pure innocence cast onto his face. "Aren't rabbits supposed to be all cute and sweet? Or is the whoooole suit thing just an act?" He rocked himself forward to slide off the counter, getting right back to work like he'd said nothing at all. Still, he couldn't resist one more dig: "I like the real Bonnie more, anyway."

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"PLEASE DON'T LEAVE MY SIDE" PROMPTS *  assorted dialogue, adjust as necessary

i'd really like it if you stayed close.

do you really have to go?

you're the first person who ever offered to stay.

i'd feel safer if you were here.

could you spend the night?

promise me you'll stay.

i don't want to be alone right now.

what if i asked you to stay here? would you?

i really need you here with me.

what are you doing? you said you'd stay with me!

i don't want you to go.

i need you here, with me.

can you stay a little while longer?

i hate goodbyes.

stay right behind me.

next time you leave, tell me first.

just five more minutes.

i can't face this alone.

it's better if we stick together.

we'll cover more ground if we stay as a group.

i could really use a friend right now.

it would mean a lot to me if you stayed.

don't go.

one minute you were here and the next minute, you were gone.

the last time i did this alone... it didn't go well.

keep your eyes on me.

you promised me you'd be here.

i don't do well on my own.

everything feels so much better when you're here.

i like the time we spend together.

wait. i'm not ready to leave yet.

is it okay if i stay here?

i can't face it alone. i need you here.

i'll sleep on the couch. you won't even know i'm here.

i hate being alone.

just one more kiss before you go.

stay close to me.

don't let go of my hand.

promise me i won't be alone.

i'm not ready to walk you out.

just a few more minutes. then you can leave.

do we have to go our separate ways?

things are easier with you.

i woke up and you were gone.

friends stick together.

please don't walk away from me.

when i'm alone... nothing is right.

you'd be better off staying here.

please stay. for me?

i always sleep better when you're next to me.

i can't let you go.

just one more hug.

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unironically gave him a fna.f verse do you still love me

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Lack of Sleep Starters!

pronouns and context can be changed as you see fit.

When was the last time you actually got some rest?

Alright, that's it. You're going to bed, and I'm not taking no for an answer.

Look at you! You're spilling coffee.

You have bags, and I'm not talking about the Gucci kind.

Jesus, have you been awake the entire night?

It's 4am. You need sleep.

You're safe here. You can rest now.

I promise, I'm fine. I just look tired a lot, thanks to... the tiredness.

Look, I'm okay! I've pulled all nighters before.

This isn't the first time I've gone without sleep.

I'll carry you to bed if I have to.

Do I need to baby you?

Huh? What? I'm awake, I swear!

You just ran into the wall. It's time to lie down.

Go. To. Bed. That's an order.

I made a nest for you. You can sleep in that, if you want.

Can I get an extra pillow / blanket?

Want me to tuck you in, too?

I'll check in on you in an hour. You'd better not have moved.

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hi, i'm alive and trying to get back to being tentatively active on this blog (i've been more active on @ladyseidr and @spring-lxcked). but the easiest, most fun way dive back in is this: like this post for a short starter. these will be about 1-2 lines, but feel free to lengthen (or not) as you please! open to all mutuals. please, regardless of how much we've written together, specify muse if you're a multi. if you don't i will not write you a starter.

[takinghisbow]

hi, i'm alive and trying to get back to being tentatively active on this blog (i've been more active on @ladyseidr and @spring-lxcked). but the easiest, most fun way dive back in is this: like this post for a short starter. these will be about 1-2 lines, but feel free to lengthen (or not) as you please! open to all mutuals. please, regardless of how much we've written together, specify muse if you're a multi. if you don't i will not write you a starter.

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guy who sees a banana peel and says “my ride is here” and then slips away on it

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It's a unique type of frustration when you agree that a character is deeply flawed but other people keep missing what's actually wrong with them and assigning them new flaws that they don't even have it's like free my man he did none of that. He did a bunch of other shit tho.

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@ahogechef asked: ❝ "There you are, Mr. Birthday King! I'm glad you could come~! Happy Birthday!!" Beams Kaede the moment she saw Kokichi enter the room. While he wasn't too busy right now, she wanted to take that perfect chance to spend some time with him. Moving to go behind him, she playfully begins pushing on his back, gesturing him to walk right towards the table. "I made some dessert for you~! With your gifts sitting on the table, too!"

Once they were close enough to the table, Kokichi will see that she made him a mont blanc cake. And then sitting on that same table, were a stack of three books wrapped with a purple ribbon, along with an equal amount of bookmarks with different vintage designs, sitting on top of those books. "So the dessert I made you is mont blanc; I wanted to make you something a little more unique, and I don't think I've made this kind too often, so... ! I hope you'll love it~! And I got you books, too, with pretty bookmarks!! You should open one of the very first books for a surprise... " She smiles giddily. And if he does, he'll see that it was signed by the author, themselves. "You really like this author, right? They were a guest at this event I helped cook for, once, and I was lucky enough to be able to catch them before they left. That's the only reason why I'm just now telling you, ahaha: I thought it'd be perfect to wait until now to surprise you with that!"

She giggles, giving his shoulder playful pats. Just those little things that Kaede liked to keep note of in the back of her mind, so that she can give her precious besties like him, the best kind of gifts; because if it'll make him super happy, then she'll be just as delighted, too. (SORRY THIS IS A BIT LATER, but one from Kaede, tooo!!!) ❞

Kokichi had shown up with a bounce in his step. After all, he knew that Kaede inviting him in during his birthday probably meant something tasty at the very least. That, and what better way to spend part of his day than with a friend? He laughed at her pushing him, initially making a show of digging his heels in before finally hopping forward and making his way to the table. He hopped two last times, one foot and then the other, to finally end up in front of his surprises. The cake caused his eyes to widen, glancing between it and Kaede. "Whoa. This is awesome." He resisted the urge to swipe at it for a taste just barely, focusing on the gifts next. He grinned at the books, looking through the bookmarks. "No more dog-earring my books," he joked. Or maybe it wasn't a joke. He had more books than bookmarks, so a few more was very, very welcome. Doing as she suggested, he picked up the uppermost book, flipping open the cover. He stared down at the signature as she explained, face blank as he took in the reality of the gift. Then he set the book down and turned toward her with a sudden, blinding smile. Grabbing her hands, he started bouncing around in a circle, pulling her with him. "You're the best friend ever!" he announced, no addendum, no claim that he was joking. He was completely serious as he stopped bouncing, still shaking their arms excitedly. "I have to get you something even cooler for your birthday!" Or as a complete surprise but, well, that was a surprise.

"Now, cake time, cake time!"

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@rosanimemuses asked: ❝ " Happy Birthday , Cocoa. " Kaito breathed out as they handed Kokichi a tray with a homemade cupcake with a dice pattern on the top and some pancakes with a clown face drawn on top. " I have a bit planned today but I didn't want to overwhelm you. And um, something later tonight. " ❞ ( birthday boy ask!! )

Kokichi instantly starting bouncing on his heels, only stopping as he took the tray in order to avoid bumping the food around. "Happy birthday to me!" he announced, grinning as he examined the cupcake and pancakes. He set the tray down only so he could sit at the table and drum his fingers excitedly. "These look sooooo good, Kaito!" His smile showed complete sincerity, a cupcake already in hand and fingers picking at the paper to pull it from the base.

"You know I love surprises, so don't worry about overwhelming me. You've probably got the best day ever planned." He was about to take a bite of the cupcake when Kaito's last sentence caught him by surprise. "Oh?" His grin had turned mischievous. "How late? Super late? Am I gonna get my other favorite thing—y'know, besides sweets?"