#MASEGO

[alicelufenia]

Sure the Guide is, for the most part, a decently serious YA fantasy war story

And then you've got moments like this

Don't worry Cat, you'll get your wish some day ^_^ (it won't make your life easier of course)

Sometimes the Rule of Funny pulls through in our hero's villain's favor

[twistedcharismaaa]

Can We Pretend...? Part 2

Summary: Two souls longing for the same escape.

Author's Note: Hey y’all!!!!!! It’s been forever! I can’t tell you the last time I wrote or the last time I posted but thankfully I was able to cook up a little something! It’s short and sweet! Hope you enjoy! Love y’all forever! And yes, years later, I still live for the commentary! LOL

One year later….

“Do you ever feel like….” The word lingered on his nervous tongue.

“Like?” She repeated.

“Like things have been too good for too long?”

“Hmm, I never thought of it that way. “Well, what’s been too good?” She questioned.

He hesitated.

“Tell me,” she pushed.

“Me….and you,” he answered.

Instantly, she smiled and then chuckled.

“You’re scared to be happy?” She teased.

A small smile crept on his lips gradually. He looked at his fingers and twiddled his thumbs repeatedly.

“It’s just that nothing good has ever happened to me until I met you,” He confessed.

Instinctively, she placed her left hand in the middle of his anxious palms. He welcomed her touch and stroked her hand tenderly before meeting her gaze once again.

“I’ve always felt like I was aimlessly wandering before I met you,” she paused. “But then I found you, and when I did,” she paused again. “I found me too,” she confessed.

Sweetly, she palmed his face and brought him closer to her.

“I don’t think I ever pretended with you that night. My soul already knew it loved you. The other shoe could drop, the sky could crack, and the earth could be swallowed by seas - it wouldn’t matter, because I will always love you,” she professed.

Tears soon filled his eyes, and he smiled widely from ear to ear. Overwhelmed by emotion, he kissed her and he kissed her again and again. There was not an inch of her that wasn’t worshiped or adored by his lips. He told her he loved her and he whispered it against her skin, he wrote it with his tongue, and he spelled it with his fingers. Their two souls became one and they loved each other until the sun submitted to the moon and until the moon bowed to the sun. They loved each other through eternity to eternity.

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Part 1

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[culturalappreciator]

Happy Thanksgiving!!🍁🦃🍽🥧

Masego & Devin Morrison- Yamz (2021)

Question?...

[jlenise]

guess who.

[yankeeblue]

De La Soul - A Roller Skating Jam Named "Saturdays" ft. Q-Tip & Vinia Mojica

[djevilninja]

Alex Isley: Tiny Desk Concert

[eddathegreat]

One of the main characters of Practical Guide to Evil is Masego, and he's my favorite.

He is often very silly and petty and flawed in ways that are reflective of the culture in which he was raised. He also shows some of the most profound maturity, wisdom, and grace in the series. His logical outlook and cerebral nature are regarded as truly beautiful. And he's got that hardened edge and inner fire that make him a vivisector of miracles, should the need arise.

[alicelufenia]

I want to study her under microscope

[twistedcharismaaa]

Silk Dreams: Temptations

General Summary: The creation of Masego.

Summary: A deeper glimpse into the past of Masego and Charisma's relationship that leads to their awaiting future.

Author's Note: Hi guyssss! How are ya? I hope you guys are well! I miss you guys and love you guys so much! I’m here with a little update! I hope you guys enjoy it it! I know it’s been ten thousand years since I’ve last updated this. Please feel free to re-read as a refresher. I’m still rusty. I’m really insecure about this update to be transparent lol. So I really, really hope you guys enjoy this. I love y’all! Don’t forget to leave a comment for ya girl! I liveeeee for the commentary! Enjoyyyyy!

*Flashback*

She didn’t know what captured her first - his smile, his laughter, or his eyes. She swore he had the warmest eyes she’d ever seen. And he was absolutely clueless of the power that rested in those dark brown orbs. She saw her fantasies in them. She saw vast possibilities, endless resolutions, and more importantly, freedom. She wondered how many versions of herself that she could be around him and she wondered who he was outside the confines of these four walls that they both seemed to frequent every Friday afternoon. The Smoothie Café on 15th Street was quaint and quiet. It was something that she had been lacking recently. The art of simplicity. She wondered if he lived a simple life and she wondered what he wrote about when he typed on that laptop of his. Whatever it was, held a lot of importance. She figured it was important enough for him not to notice her. 

Neglect was never a stranger to her, but it still hurt all the same. She figured this is just the life of an attention seeker ever insatiable for the spotlight or maybe ever insatiable for love. Silently, she sighed before taking another sweet swig of her fruity delight of a drink. Carelessly, she stole one more glance from Mr. Pretty Brown eyes. But this time, to her surprise, his eyes were already resting on hers. Again, he had the warmest eyes she’d ever seen but yet, they were able to send a chill down her spine. She smiled timidly and he did the same. Slowly, he stood up from his table and began gradually walking her way. 

She pretended to busy herself with some random app on her phone. Again, she took another sip of her smoothie and waited impatiently for his arrival. Moments later, he stood in front of her table. 

“Excuse me,” he said politely. 

“Yes,” she responded, kindly. 

“I’ve noticed that we both seem to come here a lot. The drinks here are amazing,” he said, as he nervously rubbed the back of his neck. 

“They are,” she agreed. 

“I figured it’s time for me to introduce myself. I’m Ambrose. All my friends call me Ro,” he replied, smiling. 

“Charisma,” she answered. “That’s a pretty name. Doesn’t it mean immortal or something like that?” She quizzed.

“Yeah, it does. It has Greek Origins. Thank you,” he replied, chuckling. 

“You’re welcome,” she replied, smiling. 

“Since we’re on the topic of pretty things, I think you’re absolutely beautiful,” he admitted. 

And just like that her smile grew even wider. 

“Thank you,” she answered. 

“If you’re not busy or anything. I would love to take you out to dinner sometime. Or maybe we can get a smoothie together?” He suggested.

Before she could answer, The sound of reality buzzed in the palm of her hand. Masego was calling. Quickly, she ignored the call. 

“I would love to,” she replied, eagerly.

“Bet,” Ambrose stated, happily.

Gleefully, they both exchanged numbers and then exchanged goodbyes. 

She watched Ambrose exit the Smoothie Café with a small smile on her face. Once the door behind him closed, she returned her attention back to her phone. It buzzed again, and again, and again. Her phone was flooded with missed calls and unread texts. Reluctantly, she read Masego’s last message. 

“I’m back in town …. I want to see you. I missed you,”

Instantly, she was reminded of how courteous her lover was. He was just so mindful. How mindful and considerate he was to announce his arrival back home after not speaking to her for over a month. She was completely ghosted. His prized jewel on the shelf collecting dust. He was absolutely polished and pristine. How kind he was to update her on his well-being overseas through Instagram stories and Twitter posts. It would only be right for her to match his chivalry. She left her lover on read and tossed her phone in her purse. She gathered the rest of her belongings and exited the cafe and entered a new state of illusion. 

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*Present* 

The crowd sounded like roaring lions. Their cheers echoed loudly throughout the building. Even with the door closed you can feel their adoration pulse. She couldn’t blame them though. She loved watching him perform on stage too. Quietly, she sat down and tried to think about all the things she loved about him. She even tried to think about all the reasons she had to stay and all the reasons she had to go. 

Breaking her many thoughts, she felt her phone vibrating in her pocket. It was Ambrose calling. Hesitantly, she ignored his call. Seconds later, he followed up with a text. 

“Did you end it with him? Have you talked to him? Call me baby, please,”

She read his text and instantly her heart broke. Ambrose didn’t deserve this. She didn’t deserve this. 

“Fuckkk,” she groaned. 

Tears welled in her eyes and slid down her cheeks as she texted Ambrose back.  

“No, he’s performing right now. Didn’t catch him. Will call later,”

Quickly, she locked her phone and tossed it to the side. She closed her eyes and tried to quiet her mind. 

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Several moments passed and Masego quickly entered his dressing room sweaty and breathless. A sense of relief washed over him the moment he saw Charisma’s face. She was still there. He smiled widely and sat beside her on the couch. 

“You’re here,” he whispered. 

“I am,” she replied. 

“Are you ready to talk?” She questioned, sternly. 

“Yes,” he answered. 

“Good,”

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How quickly dreams can turn into nightmares….

Part 3

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[auditect]

Today I found out that Keith David voiced two characters in the Lion King franchise

These feel like opposites ends of a spectrum.