#TBD - Chapter 3 - 23

[jtl-fics]

Maybe some TBD? I read it for the first time last WIPW and now I'm hooked!

10/23/24 WIP Wednesday (Closed) | TBD AU

Andrew wakes up staring at the white ceiling of a hospital room. He knows this because it is not the first time that this has happened to him, he’s been here a few times at this point but in this moment he remembers the last truly memorable time that this had happened. He’d woken up with five years down the drain, turned his head and saw a gorgeous man who looked like he hadn’t slept in days.

If he hadn’t been such a fucking movie trope he would have stayed silent and he knows that man would have said something to make him realize that something was amiss. Instead he noticed how this man’s face shape was nearly identical to the suspicious freshman they had just gotten on the team. “Josten?”

He’d been too out of it still to really question the way Neil Josten’s entire face shattered at the sound of his last name. To question why he didn’t say a word or ever show up in front of Andrew again after he hit the call button that had the doctors coming in. Never showed up in front of Andrew again except in their dorm room.

Because it was their dorm room, even if Andrew hadn’t thought so at the time.

Neil Josten looked him in the eye for a second time and told him he was amazing after thanking him.

He turns his head to the side this time and sees Aaron and Katelyn asleep in the shitty plastic chairs. He’s surprised that Aaron would let Katelyn sleep in one considering how uncomfortable it must be, he dismisses that after a moment because Katelyn was probably the one who had insisted on being right here.

He turns his head to the other side.

Nothing.

But not the nothing he had wanted to see.

[lilliankoo]

play you like a game, boy.

antagonist jungkook x princess reader

1/8🗡️ satin ribbon.

pairing: antagonist! tribe leader jungkook x princess reader.

trope: "he's mean to everyone but worships the ground you walk on", will absolutely do anything for you, strangers to lovers.

chapter 2 link chapter 3

synopsis: he looks like an angel but is a devil- well that's what your kingdom thinks. he is also the blessed leader of tribe "lav"; even a leaf cannot move without his permission but here he was in-front of you on his knees. while the whole tribe bows to him- he only bows to you. now, there are two paths presented to you- marry him & return his love or refuse & watch him conquer your father's kingdom. power is an evil yet a tempting apple-and now its in your hands- are you going to take a bite; taste the sweet poison or will you use it to tempt others? its an evil world with evil options.. do you think you can handle him?

warnings: tbd, different for every chapter. overall, smut, age gap (jk is 25 and y/n is 23), blood, rituals!!! (not too bad but still) threats, power dynamics, use of power, tribes, tribe rituals (i made them up :p), weapons, lovesick puppy heart eyed insanely in love jk, possessive jk, slightly controlling jk (not too bad), him spoiling his princess aka you, will add more as series progress.

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While humming one of the lullabies she used to sing to you as a child, your mother finishes tying the pink ribbon in your hair. She reaches for the brush on the dresser and runs it through your hair one last time. She gazes at you, more like your reflection in the mirror, before placing her brush-clad hand on your shoulder. As you stare at her, your brows are furrowed, and your lips are pursed.

Your mother makes eye contact and adds, "You dread me now, but trust me, you’ll thank me later." "How can you treat your own daughter like this?" you ask her, grief heavy in your voice. Yet, for some reason, you've given up fighting. You’ve made the choice not to yell or cry about your mother's heartless decision.

Being the only daughter of the King of Mir Konvo, you truly have no other choice. Yesterday, you learned that you are being "offered" to Jeon Jungkook, the head of the Forest Tribe, who is more powerful than your father's entire empire and known as the most formidable man alive.

The Lav Forest completely encloses your kingdom of Mir Konvo. While Jeon Jungkook rules the entire Lav Forest, your father reigns over Mir Konvo, which is also known as the "heart of Lav" since it's nestled right in the middle of the forest. For hundreds of years, your kingdom and Jeon’s forest were tied by a pact—an agreement that allowed your people to use the forest trail to conduct trade with other kingdoms, with no involvement from the Jeon tribe. In exchange, the Jeon tribe requested only grains and gold as payment. This arrangement has held for years, but Jeon Jungkook, the current head of the tribe, has shattered it. He now demands your hand in marriage. If you refuse, he will seal all pathways leading to Mir Konvo, seize control of your kingdom, and assassinate your father.

The entire country is aware of the Lav Forest's goddess blessing on the Jeon tribe. Centuries ago, when an enemy tribe destroyed Lav, the Devti goddess blessed the last surviving members of the Jeon tribe, declaring that no man would ever be able to defeat or oppose them. Naturally, your father signed the treaty and began the "preparations" for your marriage out of fear.

Now, back to your question: Your mother sighs and stands before you. She holds your shoulders and whispers quietly, "Listen to me, and listen very carefully. No man can resist a woman in this world. There is a reason someone as powerful as him would want to marry you. Take advantage of this, dominate him, break him, and make it impossible for him to live without you." The venom in her words is palpable. Her jaw is clenched, and her hands are digging into your shoulders. You understand exactly what she means. You pay close attention to her words, thinking about them over and over. Looking at your frightened expression, your mother asks, "Do you understand?" You take a cautious breath and nod hesitantly in agreement.

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The entire palace is adorned with white flowers. The orchestra plays a light tune—the atmosphere is serene, yet tense. Everyone displays their fake contentment, but in reality, everyone is scared—even you. Your father stands near the window, looking outside. His crown is absent, and his royal mantle no longer hangs on his shoulders. From his disheveled hair to the dark circles under his eyes, it’s clear he is distressed. You walk over and stand by his side.

"What’s on your mind, Father?" you ask.

Your father sighs deeply and looks at you. "He is an evil man. Your mother is not seeing this—"

His words are abruptly cut off by your mother's voice. "I’m doing this for the safety of the kingdom! No man can defeat him. You’ll die if you stand against him!" she shouts at your father. "You’re not seeing this through my eyes. Nothing will happen to Y/N," your mother adds, maintaining eye contact with him. You stand there, confused, watching the encounter unfold between them. Your father drops his head and nods at your mother. He doesn’t speak but looks at you.

The moment is interrupted when a soldier runs in to inform your father that it’s time to leave. Another condition Jungkook proposed was that the marriage would take place in the forest lav, with only three people allowed to attend—your father, your mother, and you.

That's how you find yourself in a carriage with your parents. Your mother is impeccably dressed, while your father dresses modestly. The commute to the Lav Forest isn’t long, and within three hours, your carriage reaches the entrance gate of Lav village. You step out, and your mother quickly helps you adjust your skirts and dresses.

There’s no man in sight to receive your family. Your father scans the area, searching for any members of the Jeon tribe, but he sees no one. The atmosphere is unnervingly quiet and serene. The leaves rustle, and the wind lightly breezes through the air.

"The carriage stays here. Come," a sudden voice calls from behind you. You turn to see a man, no older than 25, dressed in leather and furs, with a spear in his left hand and long hair reaching his back. He is incredibly handsome—you can’t deny it. He looks at you, then motions for your father to follow him. You and your parents follow him into the village. The path is smooth and clear, as if it were purposefully prepared for your comfort.

After ten minutes of walking, huts and houses begin to appear. You can see people peeking at your family through their windows—some whispering, others cryptically smiling in your direction. In the distance, you see a platform surrounded by a crowd. The stage-like platform is only a few feet higher than the ground and has two chairs at its center. Some people stand on it, engaged in serious conversations, while others laugh.

You and your parents stand a few feet away, waiting for instructions. You intertwine your hand with your father’s and squeeze it.

Suddenly, the voices of people laughing and talking around you halt- everyone around you kneels, including your parents. Thats when you see the leader, your future husband, jungkook walking towards you. Out of instinct and fear, you bend your knees to bow as well. But then, someone grabs both your shoulders, forcing you to stand upright. You look up in confusion and meet his eyes. The anger is gone, replaced by something softer—love and affection. Without warning, Jungkook drops to his knees in front of you and bows. The entire village was bowing to him while he remains on his knees for you.

your just about to speak when Jungkook speaks up: "The first time I saw you, I was entranced. Seeing you made me lose sleep, and I chanted your name like a prayer. You are educated, beautiful, and I knew your father would never marry you to someone like me, i did not have any other choice, don’t hate me for this, I’m just a man in love."

Your breath hitches because you don’t know what to do. Having a powerful man like Jungkook on his knees in front of you, confessing his love, is overwhelming. Your hands shake as you reach for his shoulders, gently guiding him to his feet. Jungkook rises to his full height, towering over you.

He cradles your jaw affectionately in both hands and kisses your forehead. You’re confused and scared—confused because he isn’t as terrifying as he’s made out to be, and scared because he’s too close. You avoid his gaze and look around. Everyone is still kneeling, and you feel uncomfortable. You glance at him, then at the others still bowing. Surprisingly, he understands.

"Everyone, stand up!" he commands, and the crowd quickly rises to their feet.

He turns to you and your parents, smiling. "Shall we begin the rituals?"

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NEXT: chapter 2

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💌: yalll haiiii, yes its me, yes i deleted this fic previously, yes im posting it again. yes.

[thewinter-eden]

BLOOD SUGAR VIRUS MASTER LIST (COMPLETE)

Genre: Horror, zombies, strangers to lovers, angst, suspense Pairing: Kang Yeosang x female!reader Warnings: Blood, gore (not especially graphic), based on the Wanteez Zombie episode, OT8 friendship dynamics, fear, suspense, tbd Author's Note: Those of you who already know me already know - my side characters/extras are played by BTS. It's just for name recognition so we don't have to go into introductions for everybody. It's insignificant to the narrative, they're just names and personalities. I wouldn't consider this a BTS fic but they're all in there :P

Summary: You (stage name Sugar) are the co-captain of a horror acting group. You and your guys are the ones the companies hire when they want to stage a zombie, ghost, or any vaguely horrific and dystopian episode. So when you get hired by Ateez to develop a zombie program, it's just another routine that you've done a million times. Everything's going exactly according to script--until suddenly it isn't, and it starts getting a little too real.

BLOOD SUGAR VIRUS

Chapter 1

Chapter 2

Chapter 3

Chapter 4

Chapter 5

Chapter 6

Chapter 7

Chapter 8

Chapter 9

Chapter 10

Chapter 11

Chapter 12

Chapter 13

Chapter 14

Chapter 15

Chapter 16

Chapter 17

Chapter 18

Chapter 19

Chapter 20

Chapter 21

Chapter 22

Chapter 23

Chapter 24

Chapter 25

Chapter 26

Chapter 27

Chapter 28

Chapter 29

Chapter 30

Chapter 31

Chapter 32

Chapter 33

Chapter 34

Chapter 35

Chapter 36

Chapter 37

Chapter 38

Chapter 39

Chapter 40

Chapter 41

Chapter 42

Chapter 43

Chapter 44

Chapter 45

Chapter 46

Chapter 47

Final Chapter

If you want more, check out the awesome AU-in-progress put out by the amazing @mrsminseochoi

tag list : @mysterysold @threevracha @igotajuicyass @velvetmoonlght @ramadiiiisme @mrsminseochoi @nightshadeblooming @furfoxsake22 @marvolos @lunaryoongie @latisthegenderfluidwannabealone

[sunflower567]

Callsign: Umbra Masterlist

After taking down Barkov, Price and Laswell regroup to form Task Force 141-bringing back Gaz and a few trusted allies like John 'Soap' McTavish and the Simon 'Ghost' Riley. But this time, Laswell has a wildcard of her own. Her recommendation? Sergeant Imani 'Umbra' Barnes-and her fiercely loyal K9, Alpha.

Based on Imani's reputation and her past mission reports, Price decies to meet with her. To see if she would be a good fit. But as Price prepares to meet the new recruit, a new threat emerges with its sights set squarely on her with a bounty to match.

As secrets unravel and loyalties are tested, the team must confront a hidden enemy with a dangerous obsession. But perhaps the biggest mystery isn't the threat they face-it's how the cold, calculating Lieutenant will handle a new teammate who challenges everything he thought he'd buried.

Updates one or two chapters every Friday

The female lead: Imani ‘Umbra’ Barnes

Chapter 1: The Recommendation

Chapter 2: The Video

Chapter 3: The One Woman Army

Chapter 4: The Wounded Sergeant

Chapter 5: A Lost and Used Boy

Chapter 6: Me, Myself, And I

Chapter 7: Welcome to Croatia

Chapter 8: A Club to Remember

Chapter 9: Old Habits

Chapter 10: A Singularis

Chapter 11: The Four Wise Monkeys

Chapter 12: A Friendly Match

Chapter 13: The Specter Under the Darkness

Chapter 14: Unlikely Duo

Chapter 15: As a Daughter

Chapter 16: Football, not Soccer

Chapter 17: She's Just One Girl

Chapter 18: How Is She

Chapter 19: The Trauma of Broken People

Chapter 20: Meet Your Opponent

Chapter 21: Don't Follow Me This Time

Chapter 22: Kaboom

Chapter 23: Highway to Hell

Chapter 24: Coming Soon (EST DATE: 06/27/2025)

Chapter 25: Coming Soon (TBD)

Chapter 26: Coming Soon (TBD)

[fairiesdowntheroad]

SHE LOVES CONTROL ; prologue.

summary — being a woman is difficult.what about being a woman who is pursuing a career in motorsports? you would be met with pandemonium.that was the story of her life.always having to fight for a place among the big leagues ; in this case the men just to prove she belonged in the sport.

her last name didn’t help her much either.the world would continue to bark and bite away at her confidence — even more so if they knew of her family ties.that was the reason why she chose to race under a different name,everyone would respect her so called “underdog” story after all.

the drivers were….alright to say the least.she knew of their prying eyes and judging stares when she had first made her appearance on the grid.thankfully,there were a few diamonds in the rough to help her out.for now,she just needed to prove herself to everyone ; quench her hunger for victory.this was going to be a wild season..

pairing — f1 22-23 grid x fem driver!reader,love interest tbd

warnings — misogyny.

teaser | prologue | chapter 1

FROM J ⛅️ : hello everyone!! the prologue is here <3 it’s just a little teaser to Y/N and her character,also her friendship with albonoooo 😮‍💨 she’ll interact with the other drivers soon,don’t worry! please lmk your thoughts and if you want to be added to the taglist!

“Who run the world? Girls! Y/N Y/LN to race for Formula 1 — establishing her place as the first woman to race in the big leagues since Maria Teresa de Filippis”

“Do women really belong in Motorsport? What makes Y/N Y/LN so special?”

“A recipe for disaster: Y/N Y/LN’s Formula 1 debut and what it could mean for the future of motorsport”

Headline after headline.

Articles either criticising her every move or stating their unwavering support for her.

She read each and every article published about the news — eager to know how the world would react.A part of her already made peace with the reality that there would be people reacting terribly towards the news ; let it be a man or woman.The men simply viewed her inferior to the other drivers,commenting on how her biological capabilities were “leagues away” from the other nineteen…..just because of what was between her legs.The women on the other hand were possesive…thinking she would steal away their beloved drivers because she definetly was the only female presence on the paddock.

It was humorous really,how a mere woman wanting her career to align with motorsports could cause such an uprise of reactions among everyone.

Her eyes scanned over the headlines again and again.Laughing at the things they had to say.She found the articles scrutinising her every move amusing — it was ironic how they perceived her as ‘unworthy’ of a seat.

Yet,she did beat everyone else in Formula 2 in terms of points…claiming her place as the champion.

Becoming the champion of Formula 2 was a tough fight.She had stayed there for a few years,giving it her all to stand above all with victory — and she did in the end.Did they hate her because she was victorious? Or was it because she had rightfully earned her place among the others? She would never know..not like she wanted to anyway.

“You haven’t even had your debut,yet you’re causing an uproar on the internet” he hummed in amusement standing next to her while he observed her reading the words on her phone.His british accent was hard to miss as she chuckled along with him.“I think it’s admirable” Alex added on with his voice filled with sincerity.A bashful smile made its way on her face,flattered and touched by his words.

“That makes me a little more hungry to prove to everyone I belong here” she admitted with a chuckle.She was eternally grateful for the little support she had coming from him and her family…though she was more discreet when it came to the family part.He placed a hand on her shoulder squeezing it softly.

“You will.” he nodded his head,patting her back before making his way to the car.Her nerves buzzed with excitement ; her last race as a reserve driver.A few more months,and that seat would be hers.She felt remorseful for Latifi because he lost his seat…but it would be her turn to take on the mantle now.She would take his place since he didn’t perform.

That was Formula 1.

A sport dependant on results.If you didn’t deliver, it was best to kiss your seat goodbye.She could only cross her fingers and pray the 2023 season was kind to her.She needed the team to see her results….see her effort.There was no way she worked her ass off just to quit now.Thankfully,James Vowles was there to see her worth.She had caught his eye — he was watching her races in Formula 2,undoubtedly raising his expectations with the performance she served on the track.

It was only a matter of time until she was offered a seat,he was unwilling to let such talent go to waste.

Williams.

Not her first choice for a team when it came to making her debut but — she was eternally grateful she had a seat regardless.It was also a step closer to Mercedes….even if she didn’t want aim to race with them.

Not when he would be there.

BAHRAIN 23’ : THURSDAY.

“How do you feel about making your Formula 1 debut this Sunday?” the reporter asked curiously as he jotted down notes in his journal.The two RedBull drivers on her left and right turned their heads to observe her,eager to know what she had to say.

“It’s definitely nerve wracking — I’m feeling quite nervous to be honest” she admitted with a shy smile.Max and Checo chuckled softly at her words,the 2-time world champion nodding in understanding on how she would feel.

“But…I feel excited as well.I want to prove to everyone that I deserve to be here just as much as the others.With Williams and Alex supporting me,I hope I can do exactly that” she finished her sentence,putting down the mic as fans clapped at her answer.It was diplomatic ; she was biting her tongue and choosing not to express her true feelings.

If she had the right to be a 100% honest there would be a lot more of….colourful words being spoken.

The fans were definetly a plot twist.Hearing them cheer for her was heartwarming.She still did recieve her fair share of hate,but she would “focus on the positives” — just like dad advised.He was all the wiser when it came to motorsports anyway.

”Well Y/N,I hope the season treats you well.You’ve already made a name for yourself so I’m sure all will go smoothly”the reporter replied to her,the girl smiling bashfully and thanking him for his kind wishes.

The press conference ended after a few more questions being thrown here and there.She walked over to the managers with a pep to her step while maintaining the calm expression on her face….even if her heart felt like it was about to burst.Alex stood there as well with small smile gracing his face.Her first press conference as a Formula 1 Driver! It was a milestone to her.

“You did amazing” Thea — her newly appointed PR Manager said with a smile.She chuckled softly,taking the water bottle she was offered with for a sip.Her heart screamed with excitement,adrenaline coursing through her veins even if it was only Thursday.There were three more days for her to impress everyone.

She shaked off her train of thoughts with a smile.Opening her mouth,she answered with a cheeky response.

“I hope I can do the same on-track then”

taglist — @eutrizbea @eugene-emt-roe @ivoryluvs @itsjustkhaos @lewisvinga @kodzuvk @roseseraj @iliyad @laura-naruto-fan1998 @l0verl4ne

[ar1suu]

UNDERST☆ND — ( streamer!scara x fem!idol!reader )

synopsis. when the famous streamer Scaramouche, reveals being in a long term relationship with a mysterious person, no one thought he would be married to the famous idol, YN.

or in which yn and kuni are the perfect couple and they show it.

PARING! kunikuzushi x fem!reader / husband!kuni x wife!reader / streamer!kuni x idol!reader

( genre : married au!, slice of life, modern au!, fluff, smau, comedy, lil to no angst ) | playlist!

featuring! Kunikuzushi, Hutao, Lumine, Childe, Kazuha, Xiao + random cameos of other idols

warnings! s3x jokes, curse words

status! on-hold

taglist! open

started: 24/ 07/ 23

finished: ??/ ??/ ??

take you by the

hand you’re the

only one who

understands.

PROFILES!

⍟ me & my husband | ⍟ yncara shippers!

CHAPTERS!

⎯ STREAM 0 ➤ he’s married?!?

⎯ SREAM 1 ➤ oh, I didn’t expect that

⎯ STREAM 2 ➤ Q&A?

✮ 2.25 ( interview )

✮ 2.5 ( interview )

⎯ STREAM 3 ➤ streaming???

⎯ STREAM 4 ➤ special cameo

⎯ STREAM 5 ➤ new release

⎯ STREAM 6 ➤ who?

⎯ STREAM 7 ➤ welcome home

⎯ STREAM 8 ➤ home

⎯ STREAM 9 ➤ chats

⎯ STREAM 10 ➤ tbd

taglist!

@nillajhayne @aeongiies @scaramoo @alatusorrow @ainnofinway @lxkeeeee @lyzisbitchingagain @cofijelli @sakiimeo @beriiov @yukii-1 @yelleloww @nnasv @k1an4a @kiokiee @kyon-cherri @kokoscutie @ashurzs @kunikya @reivelmin @gyuhairclips @moonplethxra @yuminako @fangygf @phoenix-eclipses @deepdinosaurwizard @hiraetvh

[ ask to be added to the taglist! ]

[gimmethatagustd]

keep singing this lie (masterlist)

Black Swan, an up-and-coming alternative metal rock band, is going on its first official tour. Jungkook looks forward to proving himself in a cutthroat industry, and Taehyung looks forward to the groupies. Neither expects to find the comfort their hearts truly desire in one another.

Pairing: Drummer Taehyung x Singer Jungkook

Rating: Explicit

Genre/Trope: Rock band au, friends to lovers, hurt/comfort, angst, smut, fluff

Content Warning: This story explores topics that may be difficult for some readers, including alcoholism recovery, past child abuse (not described in detail), homophobia, and sexuality questioning/exploration. Please be mindful of this as you read the story. The angst isn’t super heavy, but it’s there.

A/N: I have worked so fucking hard on this fic for literal YEARS. I took a year-long break from it cuz I just... idk, I just love it so much that I want it to be perfect, and my perfection trips me up. My goal is to finish it as soon as possible, definitely before the end of the year. I hope you love my emo boys!

♡ Series playlist

♡ Taehyung's top 2000s hits

♡ Jungkook's top 2000s hits

♡ Black Swan's Spine Breaker Fest setlist

*The number of chapters is TBD, but estimated to be around 14.

Chapter 1: Sophomore Slump Or Comeback Of The Year

Chapter 2: Where Is Your Boy

Chapter 3: Thnks fr th Mmrs

Chapter 4: A Little Less Sixteen Candles, A Little More Touch Me

Chapter 5: Sugar We’re Goin Down

▪️ Release Date: July 2

Chapter 6: America's Suitehearts

▪️ Release Date: July 9

Chapter 7: The Carpal Tunnel Of Love

▪️ Release Date: July 16

Chapter 8: I'm Like a Lawyer with the Way I'm Always Trying to Get You Off

▪️ Release Date: July 23

Chapters 9-14

▪️ TBD

[buckysgrace]

Illicit Affairs

Steve Harrington x Female Original Character

Daphne Williams just spent the past year mourning her failed career choices and past relationship that ended in a way that was anything but pleasant. She’s ready for something different, to drag herself out of her hole of self-pity.

A spark of change comes to her in the form of big, gentle brown eyes and cheesy pick-up lines. For the first time in a long time, she doesn’t feel lost or that she’s not owning up to her full potential. She’s good. He’s even better. Even if they’re not technically together. She’s an adult. She can handle sex with no feelings until she sorts herself out. She’s fine.

Minus the part where he ends up being her professor. That certainly puts a damper on things.

Warnings: Student/Teacher relationship, Friends with Benefits, lots of smut, fluff and angst.

Playlist: TBD

Chapters: 1. One 2. Two 3. Three 4. Four 5. Five 6. Six 7. Seven 8. Eight 9. Nine 10. Ten 11. Eleven 12. Twelve 13. Thirteen 14. Fourteen 15. Fifteen 16. Sixteen 17. Seventeen 18. Eighteen 19. Nineteen 20. Twenty 21. Twenty One 22. Twenty Two 23. Twenty Three 24. Twenty Four 25. Twenty Five 26. Twenty Six 27. Twenty Seven 28. Twenty Eight 29. Twenty Nine 30. Thirty

[violetswritingg]

Main Masterlist

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Imagines

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Series

Twisters

Thunderstruck

Tyler Owens x OFC!

Description: When cowgirl meets cowboy after a year of no-contact and chaos ensues during storm season!

Rating: M (Mentions of blood and death in Tornadoes and storms alike, angst and loss of loved ones, car accidents, Tornado aftermath, and injury to characters, slight age gap (5 years))

1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 15 17 (Coming soon)

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Young Justice

Canary Cry

Robin/Nightwing (Dick Grayson) x OFC!

Description: Her violence was silent. Until it wasn't.

"I'm fine."

"Fine is just another word for drowning."

Rating T-M (mentions of blood, child abuse, mental health, cannon situations of violence and the like. Loss of parents, hard of hearing/deaf character, poorly written fight scenes lol)

Act-One

0: Creation

1: He Left

2: Birthday's and Nightmares

3: Drop-Zone A

4: Drop-Zone B

5: Disappointment

6: School'd

7: Trash Go Boom

8: Home

9: Infiltrator

10: Outfiltrated

11: Truces and Text messages

12: Denial

13: Downtime

Act two

14: Bereft

15: Mortal Wounds

16: Home Invasion

17: Alpha Male pt.1

18: Alpha Male pt.2

19: Plant Subterfuge

20: Revelation

21: To be determined

22: To be determined

23: To be determined

24: To be determined

25: To be determined

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Titans

Only in Darkness

Jason Todd x OFC!

Description:

"Only in Darkness can you see the stars."

Or

Marlowe Knight stumbling upon a girl prophesied to end the world and going on the adventure of a life time.

Rating: M (Blood, cannon typical violence, sibling rivalry, scars, torture, trauma, angsttttt)

0.5

1: A New Chapter

2: Crime Scenes and Cafés

3: Dodged Calls

4: Cop Killer

5: To The Rescue

6: Blueberry Pancakes and Rooftop Memories

7: Phone Calls

8: Panic and Motel Conversations

9: Old Friends

10: Second Chances

11: Leaving

12: Nuclear Family Drama

13: On Edge

14: Different Places

15: On The Move

16: Training Season

17: Seriously? These Guys Again?

18: Chicago, She-cago

19: The Three Musketeers

20: Jason Todd

21: TBD

22: TBD

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Peacemaker

Stargazer

Adrian Chase x OFC!

Description:

Back in 1939 the Court of Owls set out to create the first Talon, they called this initiative the Ghost protocol. Their product? everything they ever wanted in a solider for their nefarious schemes to keep their power over Gotham City.

Roberta Harris, Bobbie if you don't want to get shot somewhere important, never wanted this life. A 'criminal' to the world and a legend in the world of spy shit and black ops project's. The bomb in her head keeps her compliant with Waller's demands until Project Starfish wins her her freedom. What will she do now?

Or

A world in which an elderly lady moves to a small town in Washington state to get away from the superhero bullshit only to get pulled back in against her will. Growing along the way as a result.

Rating: M (For obvious reasons, it's Peacemaker)

1: Freedom

2: TBD

3: TBD

4: TBD

5: TBD

6: TBD

7: TBD

8: TBD

9: TBD

10: TBD

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Invincible

Valkyrie

Mark Grayson x OFC!

Description: In which two superpowered teens meet and fall in love amongst blood, death, and betrayal

Rating: M (Canon typical violence, betrayal, mental health issues, abandonment issues, child neglect, angsttttt)

Too Good To Be True

Carnage

Aftermath

Attacked From All Sides

Outer space

Nightmare

Burial Plot

Compromise

Shit Show

Shit Show pt.2

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[birdfrenchforbird]

2025 book bingo tbr

i'm gonna be following the 2025 book bingo created by the magnanimous @batmanisagatewaydrug and i have just completed (to the extent i can today) my tbr! (this has also inspired me into making a list of 25 things i need to do 25 times throughout 2025... so if there's one thing i will be next year, it is occupied). i drew from books that i own/my roommate owns as much as possible.

Literary Fiction: Luster by Raven Leilani (which has been on my libby holds list since mackenzie last recommended it. abt 20 weeks to go).

2. Short Story Collection: Cursed Bunny by Bora Chung, translated by Anton Hur (advanced reader's copy i got for free from my college's book club)

3. A Sequel: A Day of Fallen Night by Samantha Shannon

4. Childhood Favorite: The Sword of Darrow by Alex and Hal Malchow or Heidi by Johanna Spyri or something i find when i am home for the holidays that calls my soul more than these two

5. 20th Century Speculative Fiction: The Silmarillion by J. R. R. Tolkein (because TECHNICALLY it counts)

6. Fantasy: Piranesi by Susanna Clarke (one of the few remaining Book of the Month editions i still own)

7. Published Before 1950: Spoon River Anthology by Edgar Lee Masters, published in 1915

8. Independent Publisher: I Love Information by Courtney Bush, published by Milkweed Editions (will need to either get over my fear of going to the library in person to set up my online account and put a hold on this OR purchase a copy)

9. Graphic Novel/Comic Book/Manga: Fun Home by Allison Bechdel or Saga by writer Brian K. Vaughan and artist Fiona Staples, have not decided (both owned by my roommate)

10. Animal on the Cover: Diminished Capacity by Sherwood Kiraly (he was my playwriting/fiction professor and gave me my copy of the novel)

11. Set in a Country You Have Never Visited: Euphoria by Lily King, set in New Guinea (owned by my roommate)

12. Science Fiction: Dirk Gently's Holistic Detective Agency by Douglas Adams

13. 2025 Debut Author: Julie Chan is Dead by Liann Zhang, expected May 2025 (another physical hold or purchase situation)

14. Memoir: Reading With Patrick by Michelle Kuo (commencement speaker at my graduation!)

15. Read a Zine, Make a Zine: tbd! will probably be more than one!

16. Essay Collection: The Book of Difficult Fruit by Kate Lebo

17. 2024 Award Winner: How to Say Babylon by Safiya Sinclair, NBCC Award for Autobiography (will borrow from libby, audiobook is also available)

18. Nonfiction: Learn Something New: I was paying more attention to the nonfiction part than the learn something new part and i do need to find a new book for this because originally i was gonna go with one of Caitlin Doughty's novels which, while lovely, are not something New To Me. i know i have a biography of Anna Freud somewhere so maybe i will dig that up? otherwise it might be a scroll-through-libby adventure

19. Social Justice & Activism: The Theater of War by Bryan Doerries (read a few chapters first year of undergrad but never the whole thing so technically it counts as a new book for me)

20. Romance Novel: Once Upon a Broken Heart by Stephanie Garber

21. Read and Make a Recipe: Jane Austen's Table by Robert Tuesley Anderson, specific recipe to be determined upon reading

22. Horror: Flowers in the Attic by V. C. Andrews (owned and recommended by my roommate as a good option for me, because i do not do well with horror. respect the genre so much!! but my anxiety disorder)

23. Published in the Aughts: Throne of Jade by Naomi Novik (just got my thrift books copy a couple weeks ago. i am making myself SAVOR this series)

24. Historical Fiction: Water for Elephants by Sara Gruen

25. Bookseller or Librarian Recommendation: tbd upon getting over my fears and actually visiting my library in person! it's a five minute walk from my apartment i do not know what my problem is

[ieatangstforbreakfast]

Pairing ೃ⁀➷ Earth 42! Miles Morales x Fem! Reader

Summary ೃ⁀➷ Lovers have secrets of their own, no matter how much they come to trust each other, whether it be a past mistake or an unspoken trauma. For you and Miles, however, your secrets came in the form of hidden identities— one being a masked vigilante, and the other a mastermind.

Genre ೃ⁀➷ Forbidden love, comedy, angst, mutual pining

Schedule ೃ⁀➷ Take a shot baby because i am mentally unstable

Author's Note ೃ⁀➷ this the first fic I published in like four years so enjoy

If y’all wanna be part of the tag-list, answer this

⚠️ 𝐖𝐚𝐫𝐧𝐢𝐧𝐠 ⚠️: This work of fiction contains heavy themes. Reader discretion is advised.

This work is set in a dystopian setting, in fictional politics along with a fictional government, please part fiction from reality. Thank you.

Consists of dabbles in politics and social studies.

Do not repost my work in any other platform.

This is an original work with original characters.

ೃ⁀➷ Closet aesthetic for reader!

Chapter 1– Behind The Chain

Chapter 2– The Secrets You Keep

Chapter 3– To Dance For You, To Die For You

Chapter 4– Can’t Pretend

Chapter 5– Just A Girl, Just A Boy

Chapter 6– At Home

Chapter 7– Who We Are

Chapter 8– Unfolding

Chapter 9– A Couple Of Firsts

Chapter 10– Halloween Spirit

Chapter 11– Pointing fingers

Chapter 12– Blood on our hands

Chapter 13– TBD

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Will be added after the end of the series!

[jtl-fics]

TBD PLSSSSS

10/23/24 WIP Wednesday (Closed) | TBD AU

The thought about hearing of Andrew’s life without him… Neil had never been a masochist no matter what Andrew had said before. He had a sense for self-preservation that had been honed by years and years of his mother’s teachings. She had always been right and it had taken seeing Andrew crumpled on the Court to realize that the dangers she spoke of weren’t only to him.

So whenever Nicky had called wanting to talk he had made it clear to Andrew’s cousin that he didn’t want to hear anything about how Andrew’s life was going. Didn’t want to know about apartments that Andrew bought, cars Andrew drove, people that Andrew slept with, or even if Andrew had a new favorite candy.

Neil wouldn’t have been able to handle it.

So he ran from it.

He runs away again when he looks away from Katelyn’s all-knowing eyes.

“You don’t know what his life was like after he graduated. Other than the Exy parts of it since I’m sure that Kevin wouldn’t have cared about any boundaries like Nicky and the rest of the foxes did.” Katelyn keeps talking as if Neil had acknowledged her.

“Kate?” Aaron questions.

“It was empty.” Katelyn says and Neil flinches this time. “He doesn’t remember most of college so he doesn’t remember why he broke his deal with Aaron. Doesn’t remember that he found something else, that he chose you.”

Neil turns to look at her, needing her to stop, “I’m not his answ-”

“But that doesn’t mean that he forgot you. He didn’t know it was you, but he knew where you were supposed to be.” Katelyn barrels on.

[nyghtwolf]

Catch Me if I Fall (Volume 3) COMPLETE!

IT IS DONE! The last few chapters don't have as much editing, but I think they turned out just fine, and have to pack today for PaxEast.

So that means, Catch Me if I Fall Volume 3 IS POSTED IN IT'S ENTIRETY! All 23 chapters are up!!

Thank you to everyone who reads & has been kind enough to leave me comments or messages! Any and all comments (even gifs or keyboard smacks) are appreciated!! It means a lot to me knowing other people enjoy my works <3

I'm going to start working on Volume 4 probably at some point after PaxEast, but my summer tends to be very busy, so there may be a long time between volumes. There WILL be more, I have at LEAST one more volume planned, and either a ficlet or another volume, TBD lol

If you are going to PaxEast, this is what my badge looks like! Feel free to say hello if you see me! <3

[aloftinthebreeze]

Sonic Awakening Chapter Index

Hey there chat, just gonna leave this here: an index of the chapters labeled in a couple of ways in case you ever wanna go back to a particular bit or what not. Spoilers be below, so consider yourself warned.

If you'd like other categories added, feel free to send me an ask or put a comment below.

Up to date as of Chapter 23

By Part

Part 1: Summer -> Chapter 1-12

Part 2: Fall -> Chapter 13-Ongoing

Part 3: Winter -> TBD

By Character Point of View (~2/Chapter) (* marks explicit content - both sexual and violent)

Sonic -> 1 3 4 6 8* 10 11 13 16 18 20

Shadow -> 2 6 7 10 12* 15 19 21*

Tails -> 2 5 9 13 16 21 23

Rouge -> 1 5 9* 17

Knuckles -> 3 14

Amy -> 11 14 18* 20 23

Sage -> 7 8 12 15 17 19 22

By Relationship ( * marks explicit content)

Sonic/Shadow -> 1 6 7 8* 12* 21*

Knuckles/Rouge -> 1 3 9*

Tails & Cream -> 16

Amy/Barry -> 18*

[raccoonfallsharder]

april aspirations

navigation | full fanfiction masterlist | collections masterlist headcanons & imagines | sfw fanfiction masterlist | nsfw fanfiction masterlist

fluff ✮ | spice ✩ | some smut ❤︎‬ | much smut ❤︎‬❤︎‬

tuesday, april 1. ✩࿐࿔ take what you need | fuck heartache. | for @/wren-phoenix ✮

friday, april 4. the raccoon, the witch, & the roadtrip | part five. montana. | ao3 crosspost ✮

wednesday, april 9. ✩࿐࿔ take what you need | stop frickin' apologizin'. | for @/raccoon-coded ✮

wednesday, april 16. cicatrix. | chapter twenty-nine. | amoransia. ❤︎❤︎

monday, april 21. ✩࿐࿔ take what you need | brush your fuckin hair. | for nonnie ✮

thursday, april 24. florescence❀. chapter six year five: dispersal. ❤︎❤︎ FINALE!!! part one.

sunday, april 27. florescence❀. chapter six year five: dispersal. ❤︎❤︎ FINALE!!! part two.

wednesday, april 30. florescence❀. chapter six year five: dispersal. ❤︎❤︎ FINALE!!! part three.

random thoughts: i am terrified of finishing florescence. it's the thing i've spent the longest writing and it still is my love-letter to this community. for those of you who have enjoyed it so far, i hope that the ending satisfies you.

i'm also hoping to move to posting cicatrix every 2.5-3 weeks starting in may, and i will probably end up updating the other future projects list soon, as i have recently had a whole plethora of ideas. it's really just a matter of what i have time for and what i can prioritize. schematics for happiness may take a bit longer to debut because it will be longform, while the other things i'm considering vary from only one to eight parts. but trust i am working on it for you.

wondering about the backlog or future chapters for take what you need? check out the take what you need queue/WIPlist.

other things i'm working on for may and beyond....

may estimates

monday, may 5. untitled oneshot for 🦉 ✮

thursday, may 8. the raccoon, the witch, & the roadtrip | part six. idaho. washington. | ao3 crosspost ✮

sunday, may 11. cicatrix. | chapter thirty. | dolorblindness. ✩

wednesday, may 21. ✩࿐࿔ take what you need | stop being a jerk to yourself | for nonnie ✮

wednesday, may 28. cicatrix. | chapter thirty-one. | emmories. ❤︎‬❤︎

june estimates

monday, june 2. | the raccoon, the witch, & the roadtrip | part seven. you've arrived at your destination. | ao3 crosspost ✮ FINALE.

thursday, june 5. | ✩࿐࿔ take what you need | in reserve

wednesday, june 11. | cicatrix. | chapter thirty-two. | elsewise. ❤︎

thursday, june 19. | Domestic Scenes in Space Travel. Untitled. ❤︎‬❤︎ FINALE.

monday, june 23. | ✩࿐࿔ take what you need | in reserve

monday, june 30. | cicatrix. | chapter thirty-three. | anderance. ❤︎‬❤︎

july estimates

wednesday, july 2. | starfall over satellite s519. | oneshot. ✮

wednesday, july 9. | ✩࿐࿔ take what you need | in reserve

wednesday, july 16. | cicatrix. | chapter thirty-four. | ??. ??

wednesday, july 23. | ✩࿐࿔ take what you need | in reserve

wednesday, july 30. | cicatrix. | chapter thirty-five. | ??. ??

resume crossposting to ao3

ᯓ⋆｡°✩practice: an eidos-rocket minific ✩

fistful of sunlight✩

other future projects

schematics for happiness. | f!oc | ?? chapters. ❤︎‬❤︎

birdie. | f!reader | 6-8 parts. ❤︎‬❤︎

love is blind: andromeda. | f!oc | 7-10 episodes. ❤︎‬❤︎

untitled eidos oneshot. | f!reader | oneshot. ❤︎‬❤︎

universe killer | tbd | 4-6 parts. ❤︎‬❤︎

For Science (A Blackmail Material Anniversary). | f!reader | oneshot. ❤︎‬❤︎

Stage Show on Deneb-7 | f!reader| oneshot. ❤︎‬❤︎

Clara & the Rat King. | f!oc | 3-5 acts. ❤︎‬❤︎

[fairiesdowntheroad]

SHE LOVES CONTROL — 1.

summary — Y/N takes the internet by storm,catching the eyes of all due to her performance on the track ; it just happens that she also captured a certain McLaren driver’s attention in the process.

pairing — f1 22-23 grid x fem! driver reader,love interest tbd

warnings — alludes to alcohol consumption,F-bombs here and there,some misogynistic flashbacks,race inaccuracies!!!

prologue | chapter 1 | next chapter

FROM J ⛅️ : hi everyone! we’re finally at chapter 1,let’s goooo!! i tried completing this as quick as i could for you guys — so i hope it’s alright 🌟 nothing really important this chapter,just our golden girl reaching huge milestones and forming a friendship (who knows? 🫣) with a certain someone on the grid.

lmk what you think and hope you enjoy! i wish you guys lots of love <3

BAHRAIN 23’ : SUNDAY.

P8.

Qualifying P8 overall? That was horrid for everyone’s standards….but qualifying P8 in a Williams that was considered a tractor? That was impressive.First race of the season…

First race in her entire Formula 1 career.

She was nervous,stressed,scared — a whirlwind of emotions really.There was only so much her teammate could do,trying to console her was proved useless as of now.The girl’s mind pranced all over the place,she tried — key word being tried, to slow down her heart.The Brit had taken a seat next to her,watching her lose her mind.He sighed softly,understanding how she would feel yet wanting her to put her doubts and worries to a pause.

Even if they only were acquainted for a few months,he could already read her like a book.She reminded him of himself — a particular time where he was in Toro Rosso.

“Y/N” he called out softly,placing a hand on her shoulder.The girl simply looked up at him with an indifferent expression,though he knew she was hiding all those emotions in her heart.Her hands balled up into fists on her lap,turning a shade lighter than her actual skin was a telltale sign. “You’ll be fine” he reminds her softly.

You’ll be fine.

She will be fine.

The words sinking in,she thought deep and hard about what he said.The worst case scenario would be a DNF — but there were many more races in the season to prove her worth.What if people would hate her for her performance? — people would hate her regardless of what she does ; she’s a woman to begin with.

She nodded her head slowly accepting his words.Don’t get me wrong she was still very nervous….but it couldn’t go absolutely horrid right? “I hope so.” she breathed out,nervous chuckle coming out.

“It’s your first race so I understand the nervousness..but take it easy”

Taking out her phone she scrolled through her messages one last time…only to find a message from her father.Her eyes scanned over the message — trying to hide a smile from forming.

‘Goodluck,will be watching you from the team’s garage’

Not her team though.

Putting the phone away to put on her balaclava and helmet,she quickly made herself comfortable in the car.Checking the settings one last time and doing a radio check ; she was all set to go.She manoeuvred the car out of the pit lane,taking her rightful place between the other 19 cars on the circuit.

“The goal is to maintain your position,overtake if you can but don’t be risky” her race engineer — Rowan informed her.“Copy.” she replied monotously,choosing to put her full attention on the red lights.

Only a few more seconds…and then away we go.It seemed like it would take forever for the light to go off.’You got this’ she repeated over and over again in her head….she would be okay.

3..

2…….

1.

Hitting the throttle to push as much as much as she could,she managed to maintain her position right behind her teammate.Through her side mirror she spotted the obnoxiously pink and blue Alpine trying to catch up to her.Was it Gasly’s or Ocons’s? She didn’t care at all.All she knew was to defend her spot — and playing the supporting role for her teammate.

This went on for a few more laps.She was restless ; her mind thinking of ways to solve the little problem on her hands right now.

Seeing the Alpine begin to close the gap,she pushed the pedal harder than she thought she could.Her heart pumped at undeniable speeds,feeling the adrenaline coursing through.“Gap to Gasly is 6.2 seconds.You can push,the tyres are still fresh” Rowan commented.

“Copy.” She kept her replies short and sweet,all her concentration poured into increasing the distance between her and the other cars behind her.She inched closer to her teammate,not willing to overtake for now.She would have to listen to the team’s instructions…but there was something off.

He was slowing down.

“Alex is going awfully slow” she remarked through comms with worry seeping through.She maintained her pace which caused her to be wheel-to-wheel with her teammate.His car pulled over to the side,leaving her as the only Williams car in the race.Eyebrows furrowing wirh confusement she thought of bringing it up with the team.

“Alex has been instructed to retire the car due to an engine problem—you have to push as much as you can to maintain your momentum.”

Didn’t need to tell her twice.

She said nothing,trying her best to catch up to the two orange McLarens in front of her.Getting closer,the hairs on her neck were pin straight.

“You have DRS.Overtake available”

“Copy” she hummed.Inching even closer then before,there it was.She could overtake now.She drove past by the first McLaren with ease.Oscar,the Australian McLaren driver in question was surprised there was a Williams gliding right in front of him.Sitting comfortably in P6 now,she was on a roll!

Within a few moments,she was able to strike for the overtake over the other McLaren.She was taking her rightful place as P5.

Just a little bit more.

It felt like forever,mere minutes feeling the same as a millennia for the rookie.By now,it was the final lap so she pushed as hard as she could.Passing the finish line she let out a breath of relief — she completed her first race.

“Congratulations Y/N…that is P5.”

P5…

What.The.Fuck.

“You’re joking….right? There’s no way we placed P5” she asked bluntly.She may have sounded blunt — but the girl was overjoyed.

The car was a tractor by how problematic it was during pre-season testing ; how was it in the points now? It was a relief.She laughed obnoxiously,smiling through that balaclava and helmet.

“Believe if it you want but that is a P5 on your debut.Beautiful performance from you — cannot wait to see more” Rowan congratulated her wirh a chuckle,amused at how she was seemed ro be in disbelief.The girl was laughing in joy now.It might not have been a podium like she was used to,but a P5 in a Williams was almost the equivalent of that.

She was nowhere near being satisfied ; but this would have to count for now.

She pulled her car into the garage,hopping out of the cockpit cheerfully.Taking off the balaclava and her helmet,the girl was greeted with cheers and rounds of applause from her team.She bloomed with joy — she didn’t care if her hair was sweaty and all over the place,this was where her hard work has gotten her.

Alex had made his way next to her,bringing the younger girl into a brief embrace.He was disappointed the first race of the season resulted in a DNF for himself,but he would not let that stop him from celebrating his teammate.

“Told you it would be alright” he muttered close to her so she could hear him.She simply flashed him a small smile,her heart filled with gratitude for him.The whole team embraced the two drivers to celebrate,regardless of the outcome.It was a new start.

A good one to say the least.

MCLAREN: LAP 40/57

The Brit drove comfortably in his McLaren.He was not worried about losing positions now,there was a comfortable distance between him and the car behind him.Driving without a worry,he failed to notice the Williams inching closer and closer to him.

“Lando,you need to push.The Williams is closing the gap between you two.”

What?

There was no way a Williams was behind him.Was he too slow or was the car suddenly blessed by the gods of speed? He couldn’t waste any time pondering further on that — he wouldn’t let himself lose to that tractor.

“Copy.” he replied quickly hitting the pedal to the metal.He tried his best to maintain his momentum ; but it came to no avail.The car had glided right past him in the matter of seconds.

“Was that the rookie’s car?” he asked in disbelief attempting to catch up to the woman in front of him.

“Yes — that was Y/N’s car”

“Fucking hell.”

The after party was…insane to say the least.

She didn’t exactly oppose parties — but she wasn’t entirely open to them either.The loud screams of joy,sweaty bodies colliding against each other,and the overall smell of alcohol ; she was not really pleased with the thought of parties as a whole.

Everyone in the club was celebrating the start of the season, it would be a memorable one for the books.She was only a few drinks in but ready to call it a day so she could head back to her room.

Stood next to a wasted Alex,he was rambling her ear off about something beyond her comprehension.The pair had showed up together after he convinced her to ; saying something along the lines of ‘enjoying your firsts’ which definetly gave off an entirely different message….

She was unsure of what to do with him — call a cab back to the hotel? let him have his fun? The girl was stuck pondering there and nodding mindlessly to his slurring and rambling.

“I think I’ll take him off your hands for now rookie.”

Her head shot up at the voice approaching her.She instantly knew who it was ; his British accent was hard to miss.The two were cackling at the wasted gentleman.

Greeting him with a nod,she knudged the other driver next to her so he could acknowledge the newcomer.

“LANDO! I’ve been waiting for you” Alex happily chirped,throwing himself to his fellow friend.She watched in amusement as the situation unfolded in front of her.The younger man slinging his senior’s hand around him,he walked towards the center of the party — where the other drivers sat.Their eyes scanned over to a very drunk Alex whose body was supported by the McLaren driver,and then the newbie who did not want to be here.

She flashed a friendly smile to the others as they were welcoming her with cheers.Pierre instantly had to make himself known,greeting her with a wink.She brushed it off,choosing to focus on the others.They went back to being engrossed in their own conversations — she felt out of place.Of course she did! She was a woman standing amongst sweaty and intoxicated men…definetly a position she was not to happy to be in.

Her bubble of thoughts were popped when the young man approached her once more.“Sorry about Alex,I think he’s drinking all that pain from his DNF away.” he remarked,eyes crinkling as he joked.The girl chuckled softly with him.

“He did give me a warning before hand that he was a lightweight — I was surprised it was that bad”

“Well,I would be drinking the night away too if my teammate got a P5 in a midfield car and I had to retire.”

Wow.

He was blunt.

She scrunched her nose at his comment.He smirked at her reaction,hand going over her shoulder in a friendly matter.”Speaking of drinking — you look like you haven’t been doing any of that” he pointed out,eyebrows raised as he wondered the reason for that.

“I don’t drink that much”

“It’s painfully obvious you don’t.” he snarkily commented.The girl raised her eyebrow on him,he was sassier than she expected him to be.She huffed,unsure of what to do with the man next to her.The two had interacted a couple of times through random run ins into each other at the paddock.Shy smiles had been sent to each other…he thought she was Alex’s PR Manager.

“I’m Lando by the way,even if you already knew that.”

“I know — Y/N..” she hummed nonchalantly,the boy raising an eyebrow at her response.She didn’t have any intent of coming off as cold ; she just did not know how to make herself comfortable among them.She was the outcast in her previous years of competing due to her gender — it was unusual to feel welcomed now.

She wondered in the back of her mind,did he have malicious intent or was he just nice?

Y/N was more acquainted with his teammate — Oscar,racing against each other in Formula 2.It was good for Oscar that he got a seat in a prestigious team ; she was unfortunately stuck in the bottom.Speaking of Oscar,she scanned the club to find him nowhere…weird.

“I think I’m ready to call it a night to be honest.” she confessed looking up at him.He laughed whole heartedly at her bluntness.Shaking his head,he patted her back.”By the way,you did good out there.Overtook me like it was a piece of cake” he compliments her as the party goes on.Music began blaring even louder now — bodies dancing like there was no tomorrow.

“I can’t hear you” she said loudly so he could get the message.She did hear what he wanted to say ; she just wanted to hear him say it again.He simply nodded at her,his hand moving itself to intertwine itself with hers.Feet beginning to move,he manoeuvred her out of the club.The ear damaging music slowly died down,the two standing at the entrance.

It was a quite night…contrary to the club.Her eyes scanned the man who had just dragged her out.His brown curls,the white shirt that he adorned along with ripped jeans.Her eyes had then averted to the city lights ; shining in their upmost glory.Lighting up the way for them.

“What were you saying just now?” she asked curiously,eager to hear him now that they were away from the crowd.Lando scratched his neck,his hand that was intertwined with hers untangling itself.

“You…you did a good job in the race.” he hummed softly.She perked an eyebrow as a small grin formed itself on her face,her eyes glinting with mischief.

“Don’t worry — I actually heard you the first time.” she snapped back,biting her lip to hold back another chuckle.His eyes were admiring the view in front of them.Bahrain never failed to amaze him.

“Just remember,I won’t let you by that easily next time.” he promised himself,hands sliding its way into his pockets as he stared at her.

“I’d want nothing but your best,Norris.”

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