#fe hubert x reader

[frickingnerd]

don't leave me for him

pairing: ferdinand von aegir x gn!reader

summary: ferdinand gets jealous when you start spending more time with hubert...

tags: established romantic relationship, jealous boyfriend!ferdie, angst (insecure!ferdie), reader reasssuring ferdinand

“i don't understand why you spend so much time with him…” ferdinand grumbled quietly, the second hubert left the two of you alone.

ferdinand and hubert never really got along and especially not since hubert and you had recently been growing closer, since hubert started to tutor you in magic.

“he's been helping me keep up with magic. he's the best mage in our class, so he seemed like a good pick for it.” you explained to ferdinand, before a little grin snuck onto your lips and you teasingly added: “why? are you jealous~?”

it was only meant as a joke, but the second you saw ferdinand's reaction to your words, you knew you were spot on!

“jealous–!? m-me? ha-ha… never–!”

ferdinand couldn't even look at you as stuttered out his obvious lie. quickly, you felt bad about teasing him about it and gently cupped his cheeks, making him look at you.

“hey, look at me.” you softly said and smiled at your boyfriend. “i'm yours and nobody can change that.”

ferdinand sighed softly and wrapped his arms around, nuzzling his face into the crook of your neck, as he mumbled:

“just… don't leave me for him, okay?”

you tightened your grip on ferdinand, hugging him as tight as you could. you knew your boyfriend was sensitive, even if he didn't like to show it. seeing him this upset was quite heartbreaking.

“don't say that, ferdie. i would never leave you, i promise–!”

[agent-cupcake]

Writing Masterpost~

Fire Emblem Three Houses

Multi:

Pairs Royal // Dimitri x Claude x Reader // warnings - not sfw, dubcon, impact play, subspace

Raison D’etre // Dimitri x Sylvain x Reader // warnings - not sfw, omegaverse (mating cycles, knotting), dubcon

Dolos // Claude x Yuri x Reader // warnings - mild dubcon, unhealthy relationship // part one (sfw)  // part two (not sfw) 

Bottom of the Deep Blue Sea // Hubert x Ferdinand x Reader // warnings - not sfw, implied torture, disassociation, yandere

Short prompts (AO3 link) 

Dimitri Alexandre Blaiddyd:

Beastie and the Bard // multichapter (unfinished) // warnings - not sfw (chapter six only), heavy angst, minor violence

Lunacy // warnings - not sfw, dubcon, angst

Welcome to Dead House // alternate universe: outlast // warnings - not sfw, mild gore, noncon

wrap me up like a present // i’ll tie you up with a bow // birthday sex // warnings - not sfw

Fait Accompli // sequel to Raison D’etre // warnings - not sfw, omegaverse, dubcon

Sainted // alternate universe: vampires // warnings - period sex, noncon // part one (sfw) // part two (not sfw)

Beachy Keen // alternate universe: modern // warnings not sfw

Claude von Riegan:

Razzed // warnings - not sfw

Alethea // warnings - drugged sex, not sfw, possessive behavior

Dramaturgy // alternate universe: urban fantasy and vampires // warnings - not sfw, dubcon, drugging, blood kink, horror elements

Double Down // alternate universe: modern // warnings - not sfw

Yuri Leclerc: 

forgiveness 

Agnus Dei

condemn me, corrupt me, lie to me (as long as you don’t leave me) // warnings - not sfw, possessive behavior

Asteria // alternate universe: modern + incubi // warnings: not sfw, dubcon

Sylvain Jose Gautier:

your kisses are a philtre, your mouth an amphora // warnings - not sfw, yandere

Ghost Beach // alternate universe: siren // warnings - not sfw. noncon, monster bf, mind control

Leucoium

helpless // warnings: explicit smut, non/dubcon

cry foul // warnings: not sfw, step-sibling incest, dub/noncon, manipulation

Crybaby // warnings: not sfw, dubcon

Felix Hugo Fraldarius:

Epitaph // warnings: not sfw, major angst

Paradoxical // warnings: not sfw, violence, degradation, victim blaming

Balthus von Albrecht:

Calling All Creeps! // alternate universe: werewolf // warnings - not sfw, dubcon, monster bf

Verbosity // alternate universe: modern // warnings - not sfw

Hubert von Vestra:

Tick Tock, You’re Dead! - alternate universe: dishonored/heart of stone // warnings - not sfw, noncon, mental manipulation, yandere

Ferdinand von Aegir:

Songbirds and Honeybees // warnings: not sfw, dubcon, yandere

Linhardt von Hevring

Somnambulant // alternate universe: modern // warnings- not sfw, dream manipulation

Jujutsu Kaisen:

Multi:

horrorshow // Junpei Yoshino x Mahito x Reader // alternate universe: human // warnings- not sfw, noncon, kidnap, stockholm syndrome 

Baby Blue // Satoru Gojo x Suguru Geto x Reader // not sfw, noncon

Suguru Geto:

better to reign in hell, than to serve in heaven // warnings- not sfw, dubcon

living idly and dying as if dreaming // warnings- not sfw, dubcon

Toji Fushiguro:

Femme Fatale // warnings - not sfw, noncon, minor violence, suicidal thoughts

Mahito:

Child’s Play // alternate universe: modern // warnings - not sfw, noncon, impact play

Final Fantasy XIV:

Emet-Selch / Emperor Solus zos Galvus:

Vae Victis // warnings - not sfw, dub/noncon, 

Devil’s Bouquet // warnings - not sfw, dub/noncon

vers la flamme // warnings - not sfw, dubcon, mating cycles/in heat

Diplomacy // not sfw, dub/noncon, 

Zenos yae Galvus :

Sugar // warnings -  not sfw, dub/noncon, blood and gore, pain, trauma

Raptus Regaliter // not sfw, violence, noncon, blood [lots of blood and violence]

Final Fantasy XV: 

Ardyn Izunia:

Nightmare // warnings: not sfw, noncon, minor violence

zero-sum game // warnings: not sfw, noncon, violence

heavensent // alternate universe: angels and demons // warnings: not sfw, tentacle rape, noncon

Ravus Nox Fleuret 

Last Rites // warnings: not sfw, noncon, drugging, borderline monsterfucking, slight body horror

Prompto Argentum:

technophilia // slight Noctis x reader // warnings: dub/noncon, yandere

Arkham Knight:

Jason Todd:

Trouble Man // warnings - stalking, not sfw, dubcon

Puss in Boots: The Last Wish:

Death:

 grimm // warnings - explicit smut w/ a nonhuman character, noncon, death, violence, angst

One Piece Live Action:

Buggy the Clown:

Flashbang // Thirteen part series // warnings - dubcon, angst, violence, drunk/drugged sex, unhealthy relationship, child abuse, not sfw

[halcyon-writings]

Edelgard and Hubert with S/O's who plead with them not do to something that will get them killed. The S/O doesn't know about their plans, but they have a feeling that they are doing something dangerouse

smth abt this trope whatever the name is can be something that is so good man....

nav.

it was the odd feeling in the back of your mind that made you speak up in the first place. or at least, you had thought so, their behavior certainly did nothing to ease your concerns, being distant and feeling like they were hiding something from you.

You almost wished you were a pious type, perhaps a prayer to the goddess would help you in someway, especially as the bad feeling lingered for much longer. instead you sucked it up, and confronted them. "i know you won't tell me what's going on, and quite frankly i don't know if i'll be able to understand either. but just, be careful, okay? whatever you're doing, don't get yourself killed."

Edelgard will barely hide her surprise at your words, but just barely. a part of her feels guilty for hiding her plans from you. but she had been planning this for so long. She'll wonder if you knew anything about her plans, and if so, how much? Would you remain at her side if she told you?

The princess sees that you're waiting for any kind of response, despite the worry of your expression, you patiently wait for her to answer. To say something, anything. At least in hopes that it will dispel any concerns or suspicions. But you know better than that when it takes a moment, only slightly, to finally come up with what she hoped was appropriate.

She's tempted to tell you, truly. Trusting you enough to get as close as she did, and to even let you in too. But any potential reaction of yours still worries her greatly.

While the thoughts continue to gnaw at her, Edelgard will instead she gives a graceful smile, one you know is facetious at best. Edelgard will also take your hand (if you allow it) giving what she hopes is an assuring squeeze, "It's nothing to worry about." She'll lie.

She'll lie and pray you forgive her when the day comes that you both stand at opposing sides of the battlefield.

Hubert, to no one's shock, is able to hide his surprise to your question far more adequately than Edelgard could. As someone who's learned to school his features into cool indifference in less than a blink of an eye. His eyes meet your own, an unspoken question underneath it all.

While Edelgard might have possibly hesitated in hiding the truth of her plans to her s/o, Hubert, on the other hand, is much more ready to lie in order to aid her majesty. (Red flag alert here, get outta there bestie /lh)

Maybe he'll feel a little bit guilty about the lie, but he's one of those "for the greater good" kind of fellows, so he won't feel as guilty for it when he thinks that what they're fighting for will help the world as a whole.

If there is an inkling however, to your allegiances shifting more towards Edelgard's, then maybe that's when he'll tell you the truth. But for now, he takes your words with what Hubert's version of a smile is (the corner of his mouth lifting only slightly). "I promise you I am no reckless fool," He hopes to assure, but he knows doubt when he sees it. So a much more foolish part of himself will try to enjoy the closeness he has with you while he can, before it's ruined.

[doublerainebow]

Chapters: 13/13 Fandom: Fire Emblem: Fuukasetsugetsu | Fire Emblem: Three Houses Rating: Mature Warnings: No Archive Warnings Apply Relationships: Sylvain Jose Gautier/Reader, Dimitri Alexandre Blaiddyd/Reader, Ignatz Victor/Reader, Raphael Kirsten/Reader, Claude von Riegan/Reader, Hubert von Vestra/Reader, Lorenz Hellman Gloucester/Reader, Linhardt von Hevring/Reader, Seteth (Fire Emblem)/Reader, Ferdinand von Aegir/Reader, Caspar von Bergliez/Reader, Felix Hugo Fraldarius/Reader Characters: Reader, Sylvain Jose Gautier, Dimitri Alexandre Blaiddyd, Ignatz Victor, Raphael Kirsten, Claude von Riegan, Hubert von Vestra, Lorenz Hellman Gloucester, Linhardt von Hevring, Seteth (Fire Emblem), Ferdinand von Aegir, Caspar von Bergliez, Felix Hugo Fraldarius Additional Tags: Fluff, Morning After, Lazy Mornings, Mild Sexual Content, Reader-Insert, Post-Time Skip, Azure Moon - Freeform, Not Beta Read, Post-Canon, Self-Indulgent, Angst, Comfort, Insecurity, verdant wind, Sweet, Tenderness, Married Couple, Married Life, Wholesome, Post-Timeskip | War Phase (Fire Emblem: Three Houses), Crimson Flower, silver snow, Reader is Not My Unit | Byleth Series: Part 2 of The Morning After (if you guys didn’t know, I also have a Hetalia version)

Summary:

A collection of the morning after a great night with your man.

Note: Rated M to be safe. It also takes place after the timeskip.

~ Masterlist ~

[feeeee]

Hi can I request cuddle headcanons for Shura Hubert Lon’qu Dimitri and Felix separately with a female reader?

of course, thanks for sending in the first request! hope you enjoy.

cuddling with shura, hubert, lon'qu, dimitri, and felix includes ...

SHURA

♡ Like some of the others on this list, Shura is a bit afraid to get all snuggly with you.

♡ He's fond of cuddling, but with his reputation and nature as a thief, he doesn't want you to eventually regret all the hours you've spent so close together and deems himself somewhat unworthy of your affection.

♡ Funnily enough, though, he's the one to initiate cuddles.

♡ He often pulls you into his arms and simply treasures you. His girl, the one thing nobody can ever take from him.

♡ He puts his entire heart into making sure you're as warm and comfortable as possible.

♡ Being the big spoon or little spoon doesn't matter to him, he likes to protect and also feel protected from the harsh world you two reside in.

♡ He enjoys sweet talking you as you two nestle in each other's arms, just letting you know how grateful he is for you.

♡ You'll commonly hear him comment on how a rugged thief like him doesn't know how he scored you, but you're always there to silence him with kisses.

♡ He'll wrap you up in his clothes so you can smell like him even after you two finish your session.

HUBERT

♡ Hubert is someone who enjoys a nondistracting cuddle as he works, you relaxing in his lap as his quill scribbles away at his scrolls.

♡ He'll use his free hand to give your cheek a little brush every once in a while, or peck your cheek if he senses that you need a kiss.

♡ He's here to indulge your every need, so long as it benefits you, so if you're a cuddly one he'll gladly snuggle with you. He's devoted to you and would be a liar if he claimed that he doesn't enjoy your warmth.

♡ He's naturally quite cold to the touch, so when the temperature drops he'll drink in as much of your warmth as possible, preferring to sleep snuggled up with you as opposed to separate sides of the bed.

♡ Cuddling is something foreign to him, but he's a fast learner, and will likely mimic your movements and pick up on things you enjoy. If you relish in having your hair ruffled or being the little spoon, he'll make your wishes come true.

♡ Enjoys reading stories to you to coax you into sleeping peacefully in his arms.

LON'QU

♡ Lon'qu honestly avoids cuddling at first. He's comfortable around you, but he's also terrified of being so... vulnerable with a woman.

♡ He always has an excuse to refrain from bundling up, and one day, he finally admits that he's inexperienced and somewhat nervous to do so.

♡ That's when you lock him into a warm embrace and feel him tense around you, before he relaxes in your grip. He lets out a sigh, and just turns to mush.

♡ He becomes a cuddling monster soon after.

♡ While still vaguely stiff and unsure of what to do with his hands or legs most of the time, he realizes what he's been missing out on his whole life, and finds it a great way to destress after a long day of vigorous training.

♡ He loves to rub circles on your skin, covered in fabric or left bare, he feels so close to you and can feel the joy radiating from you in waves.

♡ You may even spot the slightest smile gracing his features if he's caught off guard enough.

♡ Gently massaging his scars is a good way to see him crack a smile.

♡ Call him petnames and talk to him to break the comfortable silence and he'll fold. Hearing his favorite girl call him handsome or beloved as your limbs are tied in knots together makes him absolutely crumble.

DIMITRI

♡ Dimitri is intimidated by being so close to a human body with how fragile they can be, so when he cuddles you for the first few times he treats you as if you're a goddess made of glass.

♡ His touches and kisses are featherlight, handling you with utmost care.

♡ Eventually you have to encourage him to tighten his grip, to kiss with a little more force, to truly show his devotion to you with zero fear.

♡ To which he obliges. Once he conquers his anxieties, he's smooching you from head to toe, arms suffocating you in adorable bear hugs.

♡ Can and will wrap you in his cloak by the fireplace in your shared quarters.

♡ Dimitri will cuddle you anywhere, anytime. He's fond of showing his affection to his beloved while taking strolls, and will gladly take a seat on a bench to absorb every inch of you.

♡ If you play with his hair he'll melt. Whether you braid it or run your fingers through it, and after a long day try to sort through the knots with your fingers. he'll be beet red and overflowing with lovey dovey feelings.

FELIX

♡ Felix is like a cat at first, hisses at the slightest touch but before you know it he's curled up in your lap, breathing synchronized with yours.

♡ He may scoff when you pepper him with kisses or intertwine your fingers with his, but he secretly lives for it.

♡ Like Dimitri, his weakness is his lover playing with his hair. Let his hair down and bury your face in it, you won't regret it.

♡ A big fan of hand holding, and comparing hand sizes as you do so. Whether yours are smaller, larger, the same size - he could gaze at your hands connected with his all day and all night.

♡ He isn't a fan of cuddling in public places, but boy does he relax when you two go to secluded wild areas, like a flower field. He's fond of holding hands under tables too, letting you rest your head on his shoulder if you grow weary.

♡ His guard is always up during cuddle time so you may have to hush him and reassure him that nobody will catch him like this, it's just you and him. He appreciates it, and appreciates how warm and soft you feel flush against his scars and bruises from combat.

[chaoticyumelikes]

Hubert Von Vestra x GN! Reader

You'll meet Hubert just like he meets anyone. Yes, through the Academy. He is fishing out prospects to help Lady Edelgard in every future endeavor. So if he approaches you, he has studied you to a creepy and accurate extent. Yes IF he approaches you. He must make sure first that you are indeed useful.

After he considers your utility to his and most importantly Lady Edelgard's plans, he will keep an eye on you. I am not going to lie he will come off as creepy to you. He only tones down his creepy vibes when Edelgard orders him to so trust me you are getting scared.

Undoubtedly one night when you are walking to your room you come across him.... Bernadetta still considers your screams are like that of a banshee while Lysithea and Ashe still think there's a ghost roaming the academy at night.

His absolute devotion to Edelgard will strain your relationship a bit. On one hand if you are to become friends with the Empire's heir he will become menacingly jealous (he already has to deal with Monica he will be damned if he has to deal with another) on the other hand you may come to the misunderstanding that he is in love with her.

While on the subject of jealousy he will find it curious that he still feels that way when you approach other students and sometimes even teachers.

Prepare to have that weighting feeling of having eyes behind your back. Hubert whether or not in a relationship with you he always has his eyes or some of his trusted associates' on you at all times. You have never felt more uncomfortable and yet safer at the same time. Once Edelgard catches on (often being the victim of Hubert's overzealous nature) she will give you tips on how and when to get some time alone.

Hubert is probably going to be the last person to realize his true feelings for you. The man isn't dense by any means but with all the planning and scheming this man has far too much on his mind. Edelgard probably finds out much faster than him.

Speaking of Edelgard, when she catches on to Hubert's feelings for you and sees how hard he is failing at it, she is on a mission. She invites you often for tea in the hopes to study you, to see if you are a right match for him and to see if you are invested romantically in him as well. Once she gets all the info she needs she goes to the one who will hopefully, due to experience, will be able to help stop all the foolishness Hubert and you are doing by evading each other - none other than Dorothea

Turns out Dorothea already knows and the whole Black Eagles have been placing bets around the subject. Some (Petra) even suggesting force.

All of the Black Eagles are now intent on helping out with varying degrees of ultimate failure (Ferdinand tried to put the two of you together but somehow ended up making you believe that Hubert and him were together). The only success they had was to invoke Hubert's absolute fury. While shielded most of the time by Edelgard, the team decided to give up just in case they were walking towards an early grave like Hubert has detailed in very creative ways.

Fortunately for the team, someone else caught wind of the predicament, the master schemer himself, Claude von Riegan. So it was to everyone's surprise to see Claude one day just openly and loudly flirting with you. Everyone stared at awe at the scene and then stared at the absolutely terrifying dark aura emanating from Hubert. For you see, at that moment, Hubert might have discovered his feelings but as to make the noble sacrifice of not putting you in any danger for the upcoming war he forgot other fools might take you and put you in far more danger for they could not see, treat or protect you the way he could.

So after putting himself between you and Claude he invited you for tea which you accepted. Well, you had tea, he had coffee. You two chatted a bit before Hubert got serious and proposed his feelings in the most business way possible. He highlighted how advantageous it would be for you to be involved with him even going as far as laying the beneficts of your family being aligned with his (should you be noble or not). Before he could extend his monologue any further you interrupted him with the most powerful and yet simple words available to you - "I like you too."

Hubert stopped speaking entirely, the only evidence he was still alive was the blush on his face and ears - "O-oh! T-that's-- Yes... That is very..... Um.... Good!"

You giggle at his reaction but lightly taking his hand in yours you propose you take things lightly, go on a few dates before you even think about "the beneficial sides for the families"

He agrees and then he hears the collective of the student body sigh with relief "FINALLY!". The relief is short lived however as a monster suddenly appears in the depths of the academy. All it was heard was an urgent shout "Dammit Hapi!"

Hubert was now more content to be at your side rather than tailing your shadow. He was still highly devoted to Edelgard and you respected that but now he had you to lovingly be devoted to and having that same devotion back at him. At first he wasn't used to it. Having someone devote themselves to him like you do. But he had to admit it was rather heavenly.

During the war it wasn't easy. Hubert kept trying to take you away. To keep you safe but you stubbornly refused to leave his side. Arguments were frequent about that topic as well. Once he went as far as saying you were distracting him from his duty making you go on the completely different squad than his. Before he could ever apologize your squad had already gone on a recon mission.

Hubert could not sleep for days after that. He always kept his ears out for news from your squad, always on his nerves' end should something happen to you. And one day... his fears came to be. Your squad was attacked suddenly.

At the news he froze till Edelgard snapped his attention back. He got on the first horse he could find and rode to where your squad was seen last. Ferdinand rode with him should he lose himself in his panicked state and made Hubert take breaks for his and the horses' sakes. All he knew was that you were still so far from him, you could be hurt, taken prisoner, dead... He had to get to you as fast as he could before his minds' violent imagination drove him mad.

After days of riding he got to your squads camp. Your squad had been taken by surprise but managed to withstand with the minimal casualties and a few injured. You yourself had been injured but it was just a few cuts and bruises. He spotted you first after looking around desperatly and wrapped his arms around you in an almost suffocating embrace. He cried that day, he didn't care, he had you. He had you. You took him to your tent and after a series of apologies he kissed your every cut, every bruise, every scar and promised himself he would never allow this to happen again.

The ones that attacked your squad and managed to escape were hunted down mercilessly and so were their lords. For Hubert would not suffer any threat to house Vestra and yes, even if not married now, he saw you as his.

From day onward you two were truly inseparable. And soon Edelgard began poking at Hubert to propose to you with her blessing. The day of the Emperor's marriage to Byleth, Edelgard threw the bouquet strategically and aggressively at you (making you fall back at the sheer force of the throw). And yes, when you FINALLY get married, Edelgard had to include in her speech "and they FINALLY proposed! FINALLY got married, in all seriousness I was afraid children would come first than this contract!".

You two did grow inseparable despite it all to the grand relief of all your friends.

[cherry-flavoured-thot]

I know you’re blushing!” “I am not!” “Aw now you’re pouting!”  With Hubert please

❤️Prompt List❤️

You're really not one to enjoy the pomp and circumstance that come with the parties thrown by nobility. Frankly you'd hope after dedicating yourself to Edelgard's cause you'd finally be able to avoid them all together. No. No you could not. And once again you're forced into an absolutely stuffy outfit, that forced you to conceal a single dagger in comparison to your regular three.

Yes it's a party. But when has that ever stopped assassins? Should Edelgard be in danger you want to be prepared. Of course you're rigidness didn't go unnoticed. "Honestly you're as bad as Hubie, have a glass and relax, everything will be fine." Dorothea, and her persuasiveness have a glass of wine appearing in your hands. "And while you're at it ask him to dance, he's been looking back at you all night." The mention of dancing has you grimacing. You've been cursed with two left feet since birth, regardless of all the lessons, to even consider dancing has you embarrassed.

You instead settle for camping out a corner and sitting on your own, nursing a glass of wine debating when an appropriate time to retire for the evening would be, when you spot a shadow slipping beside you. "I see that I'm not the only one whose been ordered to 'loosen up' as it were." There's a hint of amusement in Hubert's voice as he stands next to you. You sigh, loudly.

"I really hate these parties, but they used to be worse when I was younger when my parents were throwing around my single status to every noble family with unmarried kids." You feel an old anger bubbling up in your chest upon memories of your parents parading you around to any noble family that may take you. You start swirling the alcohol in your glass until it almost spills, verbally finishing your train of thought, "I was never to their taste," you take a sip of the wine, letting it wash away the old wounds. Hubert raises a brow.

"I suspect they must've been blind." You blink at him, waiting for him to continue. "For if you looked as radiant then as you do now, I can't see why they wouldn't be tripping over themselves for your hand." Hubert's words surprise you, to the point that a sound similar to a squeak almost leaves your throat that you manage to stop just in time. "My, my, I've seen you kill men in cold blood. To think a simple compliment can fluster you." Yes your heart is beating faster, yes his intense gaze accompanied by a small smirk is starting to make your face feel warm but if you can hide it behind your glass perhaps you can play it off as it being the alcohol.

"I'm not sure what you're talking about." You murmur, taking another drink from your glass, in hopes of him dropping the subject. He does not. Instead he continues without relent.

"I know you're blushing."

"I am not." Your plan comes to a halt when your glass empties, and your left with attempting to look away from him and his glee at teasing you.

"And now you're pouting."

"Ugh you are a menace." You pause, glancing back to see his smirk has yet to disappear. "I need more wine." You groan.

"Perhaps a dance will suffice?" You nearly fall out of your chair at the suggestion.

"You've seen my dancing."

"Oh yes, it's impressive how the elegance you manage on the battlefield seems to leave your body the moment you step on a ballroom floor." The worst part is you don't even have a retort, especially when he's seen you nearly trip several heads of noble houses over face first onto the floor with your dancing skills. Simply having to lean back and pout at his bluntness.

"Then why?"

"To laugh as you embarrass yourself of course." You've known him long enough to identify that sudden dryness with him, is his way of joking.

"You won't be laughing as I step on your toes."

"Truthfully, I find it hard to relax around others but you are an exception. Lady Edelgard asked me to relax and if I must sacrifice my toes to do as she asks, then so be it." That makes you snort, resisting the urge to call into question if Edelgard is really why he sought you out.

"Ever the loyalist aren't you?" Is what you settle for with a grin, but he holds out an expectant hand waiting for you to accept. You eventually do with a sigh. "Fine. But only because Dorothea would hound me if I left before dancing with anyone."

[fandom-go-round]

Hi, could I request a soft scenario with Hubert from FE3H, please? Maybe after a battle his hands ache more than usual and reader gives them soft small kisses? Thank you

           You notice it while he’s doing paperwork, pausing every so often to massage his palms. Hubert looks like he’s debating something important but you know for a fact that all his important paperwork had been completed before the battle. It wasn’t a difficult battle but it had taken a while, both of you retiring to your rooms afterwards.

           “Hubert.” Your husband turns at your call, saying nothing as you walk over. You offer him a smile before taking his hands in yours, noting that they’re cold like normal. Your fingers start to smooth out his skin, slowly applying more pressure as you go.

           Hubert’s eyes are locked on your face, slowly moving down to watch you massage his hands. He doesn’t try to pull away, even as his lips twitch a little. You shush him, a smirk appearing on his face.

           “I did not say anything.” You rolled your eyes at his words, gently squeezing his hands.

           “Yet. I know you.” He chuckled, his other arm coming around to wrap around your waist and bring you closer. You smiled, continuing to rub his hands before bringing them to

your face. You hear him inhale sharply as you begin to kiss his fingers, slowly, one by one. Hubert eventually sighs, closing his eyes and leaning back in his chair. Your smile is softer now, continuing to place kiss after kiss on his hands.

           It’s rare to see Hubert so relaxed, so at peace. You wish you could freeze time and trap him here where it’s safe and calm. You vow to do this more often, if only to see the look of bliss on his face.

           “Better?” Your voice is soft, afraid to break the quiet of the room. His eyes flicker open, eyelashes distracting you for a moment. He chuckles again, bringing you between his legs and resting his forehead below your chest.

           “Much. Thank you dearest.” You kiss the top of his head, knowing that if he wasn’t so exhausted that he’d be fighting back tooth and nail.

           “You’re welcome. Do you want to go to bed?” He shakes his head at your question, letting out another sigh and kissing your clothing.

           “Not yet.” You hum at his response, wrapping your arms around his shoulders. You’re content to stay here as long as he wants; your only wish is to stay with him.  

[gooey-ghosts-archived]

Can I request cuddling headcanons for Hubert and also Ferdinand (separately)?

absolutely!!

thank you to @/hubiefucker for giving me inspo for the Hubert hcs

Hubert

Hubert will not be very affectionate in public. The most you will get is linking arms with him.

But at home? The scary facade is down and he will wrap you up in his arms and tell you how much he loves you and how much you mean to him.

Sometimes, when he gets home and you come to greet him, he will wrap you in his cape.

If you fall asleep before he is done with paperwork, he'll check on you to make sure you're safe. Hubert might even press a kiss to your forehead before he leaves for his study again.

He loves his height, because no matter your height difference, he will still use it to his advantage when cuddling.

Refuses to be anything else other than the big spoon. (Secretly, he will be little spoon but only when you use puppy eyes)

Ferdinand

Will constantly have an arm around you in public

fond of cuddling, but surprise cuddles startle him a bit too much

he just really likes to be prepared

anyway, this man is so warm and so soft and smells so good that you're pretty much always at peace when cuddling him

he's one of those types to adjust his sleep schedule so he can have more time to cuddle with you before he has yo go do his noble duties

very respectful of your boundaries. if there's anywhere you don't want his hands to be, they will stay loyally on your middle back

will give you many forehead kisses (gets very flustered when you give him a forehead kiss in return but he loves it)

he likes to feel like he's protecting you, so most of the time you two will be spooning

if you're not spooning, you're laying with your head on his chest, playing with his hair

[raspberryranpo]

what their weddings would be like

fire emblem three houses: black eagle boys

i wasn’t going to do another one of these but here i am :))

HUBERT

if you managed to get engaged to hubert, well done - you’re truly very special

if you had a wedding hubert’s way, it would just be a small ceremony of just signing the documents with edelgard & ferdinand (reluctantly) as the witnesses

BUT since you’ve managed to wiggle your way into this grumpy man’s heart, he’ll probably give in and let you have a ceremony since he’s just too soft for you

that doesn’t mean you can go overboard though. no, things still have to be simple

hube makes sure he doesn’t look the same for your wedding. he knows it’s probably an important day to anyone who actually cares so he makes an effort

by effort i mean he probably slicks his hair back or something (which i would like to see)

& he’s just so gentle for the whole day. so gentle

a soft hand on your back, his little finger linking with yours, a gentle kiss on your cheek

& his vows really show how soft he is on the inside, and especially for you

nothing sappy, obviously, but he’d probably thank you for dragging him out of the dark places he was tied to because of his childhood bless

he’d also shed a tear when you walk down the aisle and turn away to hide it

definitely smears cream on your cheek just for a laugh too

has a small smile on his face for the whole day - he’s just too happy

FERDINAND

oh boy

ferdinand is literally a golden retriever puppy & no i do not accept any criticism at all

that said, he was probably thrilled when you said yes to his proposal - so thrilled that he immediately begun planning the wedding

it would be bright & cheerful and ferdie would have the biggest smile on his face

he wouldn’t let go of you for the entire day

either hubert or lorenz would be his best man i don’t make the rules

the entirety of garreg mach are invited & also everyone he’s ever known, ever

he’d also cry when you walked down the aisle and he would have the shakiest hands

his vows would be the cheesiest things ever i’m so sorry

he learnt that weddings were romantic and so he took that and multiplied it by 100

doesn’t smear the cake on your face but definitely wants to feed you it

ferdie would very lovingly gaze into your eyes in your first dance & he wouldn’t look away for a second

his hands would definitely not leave you even for a minute; there’s always an arm around your shoulders, or a hand on your back, or he’s even offering his arm for you

he’s having the time of his life just being there with you so he’s just trying to make sure you’re having as fun a time as he is

LINHARDT

upon suggesting a wedding ceremony to him, linhardt would probably go on a huge speech (not really a rant) about how wedding ceremonies are pointless and are just for public attention

he would only agree to having one as long as it’s small & only the people you both care about the most are invited

which is just caspar and the rest of the black eagles, along with your’s and his family

but he’s happy - he’s happy just to be marrying you

caspar is the best man, much to linhardt’s dismay

he just would not shut up on the altar before the wedding & lin was ready to hypothetically throw hands

but when you finally walked through the doors.... oh my

he couldn’t stop staring. he didn’t cry, but he literally could not take his eyes off of you

once you got up to the altar he took your hands and whispered, “you’re beautiful.” & i swear to god he’s so in awe

the reception was quite quiet, with caspar and ferdinand as the exceptions of course

linhardt just cuddled you from behind with his face in your neck, not wanting to move

he did not move for the entire day

nobody really questioned him either, they just sort of assumed he was tired but also wanted to be apart of everything

but he wasn’t actually tired, he just wanted to hold you

CASPAR

i think caspar’s wedding would have to be the most colourful, most exciting thing anyone’s ever been to

he probably has like no common sense other than weddings are meant to be happy occasions

so of course he at first suggests that neon blue would be the best colour for a wedding & of course you had to say no (even though it would be funny)

it’s still a warm, colourful wedding though. just not neon blue

linhardt is his best man (they’re the best men at each other’s weddings & you can’t tell me otherwise)

he forgets to write vows & just sort of says whatever’s at the top of his head

it might come out really bad, it might not, but it’s still endearing

definitely throws your face into the cake

or maybe he throws his own face in, i don’t know

maybe he throws linhardt in

your first dance is definitely something upbeat

he swings you around & dips you all the time, and each time he dips you he gives you a little kiss

he’s just so sweet in his own caspar way

[frickingnerd]

love triangle with edelgard & hubert

pairing: edelgard von hresvelg x gn!reader x hubert von vestra

tags: secret crushes (both on reader), no real rivalry between them

you might not even realize that edelgard and hubert are both in love with you, since the two of them are very secretive, keeping their feelings for you to themselves

they don't plan to let anyone know about their love for you, knowing it would put you in danger, yet eventually, after spending so much time with each other, they pick up on each other's feelings for you

edelgard is a little more obvious about her crush on you! she is ever so slightly more flustered around you and her eyes linger on you for a moment too long. it's what gives her crush on you away for hubert

meanwhile, hubert seems very normal around you! but only edelgard knows him well enough to realize that he's utterly in love with you!

of course, hubert would gladly step back and allow edelgard to win your heart. as her retainer, he sees it as his duty to put his own feelings second and let edelgard have you

but edelgard doesn't want this! simply having you handed to her doesn’t feel right and so she commands hubert to try his hardest to win your heart, so that the best of them may win you over!

[luckhound]

— provocation.

pairing.  hubert/gender neutral reader

genre.  romance since nothing else fits lmao

description.  you test hubert’s patience, much to his frustration.

warning.  some suggestive content

note.  another repost from my old blog! i’d almost forgotten the soft spot i had for timeskip hubert,,,, he really is sexy in a rat kinda way 😳

Slim fingers, encased in white gloves, clench tighter around the stem of a wine glass. (He has yet to drink a single drop, though that comes as no surprise; he has always been the highly suspicious sort, bordering on paranoia.) “Are you testing me?”

Your head cocks to the side, though that does nothing to disguise the amused tilt of your mouth. “Our academy days are behind us. Whatever would I be testing you on, anyway?”

He doesn’t fall for it, of course. Emerald eyes narrow, lips thinning into a displeased line. “My patience. My reason.” There’s a pause. When he speaks next, the timbre of his voice is rougher; the words escape him in a hiss. “My sanity.”

You struggle to maintain a facade of innocence, but it’s difficult when he’s looking at you with such intensity. “I don’t know what you mean,” you attempt regardless.

“Oh, I think you do,” is his easy rejoinder. “You have been testing me from the start of this ball.” He takes a step towards you, closer than considered appropriate at such a public venue. “Brushing a hand along my back as you pass by, leaning over to whisper in my ear at every opportunity, glancing at me from across the room and worrying at your lip when I catch you staring... Need I go on?”

You finally allow a smirk to lift the corners of your mouth. “So you’ve found me out. What will you do now, I wonder?”

Perhaps it’s a trick of the torchlight, but Hubert’s eyes flash. “When our obligations at this ridiculous ball are over with, and we have returned home, you will learn just what it is I have planned for you.” The promise in his words, dark and intent, causes your throat to turn dry.

You rest a hand on his elbow, fingers sinking into the material of his coat briefly as you slide past him, purposely brushing against his front as you do. You savour the slight intake of his breath at the action. “Looking forward to it,” you murmur.

As you walk away, your spine prickles with the heat of his gaze. You know you’re in for it once the two of you are finally alone.

Good.

It truly is too easy to rile your dear husband up.

[imaginethreehouses]

Could you do headcanons with a fem!reader and Hubert? Like, maybe they ended up in a nasty argument and have to reconcile? 🙃

Here goes! I decided to explore the issue that I see is most likely to get in between Hubert and a partner... I hope you don’t mind Edelgard made an appeareance 💙

Getting into an argument with Hubert can be really risky, because he will not hesitate to end the relationship if he thinks it’s at odds with his goals.

Edelgard herself would have to step in and tell him he is making a grave mistake. 

Knowing him better than he knows himself at times, Edelgard would show him proof that being with you is not making him a weaker ally to her. 

Once she manages to convince him, he would completely switch his mindset, realising only now how wrong he was.

He would seek you out looking like a completely changed person, carrying his head low and his brown twisted into a guilty frown.

Knowing him just as well as Edel does, you already know how many issues he carries with him surrounding his vassalship to her. 

Even Edelgard regrets what Hubert was put through in his childhood, having been raised to believe that his only purpose was to serve her.

To some degree, Hubert is aware of these issues too, so once you let him come in to your room, he sits by you and mumbles an apology you can tell is heartfelt. 

You are a little torn in how quick you should be to forgive. You love him, there’s no doubt of that... but can you really spend the rest of your life being second in his heart and mind to somebody else?

However, before you can reply, Hubert surprises you with something else. 

He tells you that even if nothing could sway him from his path until the war is seen through and Edelgard has come victorious, the moment that the war ends, he will devout his life exclusively to you. 

Is that... a marriage proposal? 

Whatever it is, it is definitely something you can get behind.

You vow that once your shared goals are accomplished, you will both retire.

I wonder, what will your happy ending look like? 🤔

[sword-of-the-writer]

Could you do the Four Spice Blend Tea Prompt for Hubert? If not, it’s completely ok!

Tbh I’ve never been big on hubert and I’m not sure I particularly enjoy writing him? Nor do I think I write him well, Sorry hhhhhhhhhh

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Four Spice Blend || Hubert

“What is their favorite activity with you per season?”

Spring: spending time outside, possibly watching the clouds... despite any allergies either of you might have spring is always filled with you outdoors

Summer: Picking fruit; more for you than him, but he likes to watch you and sometimes he finds fun in analyzing if a fruit will be good or maybe rotten and so on... also good for the war effort

Fall: horseback rides; whether for official business or not, its always the most beautiful scenery and perfect weather for this

Winter: surprisingly snow ball fights? He finds it childish at first so you usually throw the first, but he usually retaliates and actually gets competitive with it... bonus points if Edelgard gets into it

[fe-semi-decent-scenarios]

Could I ask headcanons of Black Eagles flirting and crushing on Byleth (professor?)?

[Ask and you shall receive lol. Lately I’ve been busying myself with long reports, so I needed something cutsey to recharge.(Sorry if it’s complete rubbish lol) It’s not much but I hope you like it!]

Edelgard: 

Ehh. She won’t be a student much longer anyways. 

Byleth will always be her professor...but maybe another title can be ticked onto that list? She hopes so. 

However, she doesn’t go too overboard. Just a few teasing gestures and quips every once in a while to sedate the budding sentiment in her heart 

With more pressing issues over love, Edelgard can’t afford to play the role of lovesick schoolgirl 

She sets side her personal feelings for the professor when around others. Instead they are treated as a good friend and adored instructor. Alongside the present given on Byleth’s birthday are a few other trinkets Edelgard picked up herself, you know, because she’s extra 

When alone her thoughts often drift. There are many occasions where work ends up procrastinated 

She keeps everything bottled up inside and doesn’t even hint at the idea of a crush to anyone. To love is to be compromised, to be compromised is to be weak, and to be weak is to fail

This is something she firmly believes until the support of her peers and affection from her professor begin to challenge it 

Perhaps there is room for love in her future 

“My teacher, you are an important companion to everyone here and to myself. You must never forget that”  

Hubert: 

Oh he is smooooth. 

Yet subtle 

He knows that he shouldn’t become too attached considering what’s to come in the future. His mind and body are her highness’ to command

....well, all good things come in moderation anyways. What’s a little meaningless flirting?

His flirting methods follow the ‘attack of opportunity’ plan. Meaning that he tosses in his quips when the time seems fitting 

He knows what he is doing. Never assume otherwise 

Obviously such conduct towards a teacher is unrefined. Does he care? The guy couldn’t give less of a sh*t 

He has 100% commented on their dancing attire at least once

People should mind their own business lest they want to lose their tongue. Can’t gossip when you can’t speak, right?  

If the professor doesn’t seem to mind then why should he stop? If they recuperate then that’s even better

It’s no fun when prey doesn’t fight back once in a while. 

“Oh do go on. The droll behind your ever so taunting tone is intoxicating. It almost makes this insufferable lecture mildly entertaining” -shots fired. Professor or not, ‘love interest’ or enemy, Hubert does not tone down the sarcasm 

No one even suspects that he has an interest in Byleth. He downright makes it appear that they are his sworn enemy (whether this is intentional or not? You decide) 

Caspar:

‘Flirt’? ‘Caspar’? That’s funny

It’s not that he can’t do it. Caspar can be very charming when he wants to be, but why bother? 

They’re his professor. If he starts kissing up to them then the others might start to think he’s pegging for special treatment 

He also doesn’t want them to like a facade. He wants them to like him

Not that he would turn said special treatment down if offered. He d o e s want to get stronger, and the extra time with his “favorite”*wink* professor is a lucky bonus 

He tends to have a ‘lingering eye’ that’s easy to pick up on if you catch my drift

he is not pure hearted, just a dunce. There is a difference

The boy blushes at every little action without even noticing

He loves to watch them train, both to better his own moves and to admire them without it seeming weird 

Literally everyone knows that Caspar has a thing for Byleth before he knows it himself. He’s the kind that mistakes a crush for admiration 

He’s also a big baby when it comes to them giving other people attention. 

He justifies his interruptions as: “The professor doesn’t have time to do __ for __! They have enough to do as it is!” 

Now what does that translate to in Caspar language?: “The time the professor spends doing __ is time they could spend with our class me” 

Someone help him. He’s so thick headed it’s actually sad 

Petra: 

“My apologies. I will be returning after the clearing of my head” 

She’s unfamiliar with the courting methods in Fodlan. Are they the same as in Bridgid? 

Thoughts of the professor occasionally will interfere with her study time

Also her appetite. Normally she eats plenty at meals since she hates waste, but the professor makes her nervous about her etiquette 

let’s just ignore that Byleth eats like a ravenous boar

She wants to take them to see Bridgid. It’s only natural to want to share the things you love with those you care about 

She embraces the affection she feels. Byleth is a truly wonderful person and the royal family would gladly accept them if Petra expressed her feelings 

When she returns she wants to ask them to accompany her 

For now she will remain at their side both in battle, in leisure, and in spirit 

Petra also isn’t one to approach with caution. The way she flirts is through honesty 

If they do something she likes then she says so. If they look nice or are trying something new then she’ll comment on it. If she sees something in the shop that they might like, then she buys it 

Petra is simple. She does for Byleth what she thinks will make them happy and doesn’t overthink it in the slightest 

Dorothea: 

The newfound feelings aren’t discouraged nor appreciated. It is a battle between practicality and love for her 

Not because of them being a professor, but everything else 

Mercenary, teacher, reincarnate, solider, tactician, etc. 

Such a dangerous profession with so much blood on their hands. Are those the ones she wants to hold for the rest of their days? 

Will they even live long enough to grow old with her? 

She wants a reliable partner to take care of her and not give her a heart attack on a daily basis. So far only one box is checked 

She will not be a widow at such a young age. She refuses 

When these thoughts emerge Dorothea retracts from Byleth. There’s still the open friendliness that was there before, but now an extra barrier has been put up 

She won’t go out of her way to give Byleth special treatment. Her search for a partner other than them will continue on 

Maybe she’ll find someone else to smash these feelings so that there will be no need to confront them 

Only after they ‘die’ will she stop suppressing them. 

“To think that it took such a disaster for me to see the light. Why do people realize such things when it’s too late?” - she focuses on personal growth until the reunion. Relying on another person to prevent the past from reappearing is not what she wants. 

Ferdinand: 

The best way that Ferdinand can communicate his feelings is through words

He tries. He really tries to come across as a potential life partner for the professor. He can only be a student for so long, and they’re close in age. Logically there is nothing wrong with the possibility of a courtship 

but because speaking ‘frilly’ is a normality the effect is not like how he hoped 

When Ferdinand falls, he falls hard. Yes, he is a flirt. Yes, he stretches himself thin trying to please everyone. Yes, he has his quirks that make him extremely confrontational 

So when he finds someone with the ability to make him both strengthen his morals, question the bigger picture, and grow as an individual (after the whole ‘noble’ mine-bomb) it’s a big deal 

Therefore he will not relent in his pursuit of Byleth unless they explicitly tell him to stop. If words don’t work then he instantly pegs for quality time and acts of affirmation 

Greets them every morning, carries their supplies, invites them to tea, delivers lost items, etc. People really do peg him as a kiss ass. 

He doesn’t get the ‘heart flutters’ that people talk about. When he’s beside the professor he just feels energized. Like he could actually beat Edelgard ‘could’ is the key word in that scentence

“Good morning Professor! If your schedule allows it, would you care to join me for tea later this afternoon? Your company would make it the perfect level of sweetness” 

Linhardt: 

A firm believer of “age is but a number”

It’s more of his personal beliefs that tone down any pursuit of the professor. They are currently in a position of power over him that halts any relationship progression at a professional level. 

So as any healthy person does: he vents any growing affection into his studies

He h a t e s how they make him restless.He’ll be feeling drowsy one moment but then their face will pop into his mind 

He can’t even sleep through class. Not with them there 

Actually works in the class’ favor since he starts contributing to the lectures. If you can’t beat them then might as well join them 

This is how it is during pre-timeskip for the most part. Occasionally he will let his thoughts slip but never any action

He has crests to research and Byleth has students that seemingly want to die by the hour. There is literally no time to flirt 

Now AFTER the timeskip, things are different. Linhardt is a blunt person which sometimes works in his favor. Just so happens that flirting comes naturally to him  

most of the time it doesn’t though

“Could you refrain from doing that? It’s distracting”                                      “Linhardt, i’m stretching. How is that distracting?”                                         “You are an attractive individual. Need I say more?” 

Life is short. He has no filter 

Bernadetta: 

“HI PROFESSOR!”                                                                                       “Afternoon Bernadetta. I see you’re out of your room today”                       “W-what? OH! Yes. Y-y-yEs i aM IM SORRY I’LL GO BACK PLEASE DON’T PATRONIZE MEEEEE” 

She’s scared. What’s new? 

The girl never expected to have these feelings. One night she was painting when what was supposed to be a cloud began to resemble her professor 

It was downhill from there.

Her behavior is exactly the same as prior to her feelings. Being a naturally jittery person works to her advantage, no one suspects a thing! 

Compared to simply being friends it will take longer for her to be comfortable 

She will avoid Byleth at all times outside of lessons. It’s just too hard to communicate anymore 

Eventually her outer shell will crack. The once new feelings will begin to feel normal and the old bernie will be back. Jittery, hyperactive, kind, lovable bernie 

[fire-emblem-drabbles]

Can I have a "The truth is… I love you.” with either hubert or m!Byleth ( either or I'm not picky :) ) with a gender neutral reader? Please and thanks love you lots

Pairing: Hubert x reader

Prompt: “The truth is… I love you.”

Description: You’d like to think, back in your acedemy days, you and Hubert were close. In the five years since, fighting on opposite sides of a terrrible war, you even liked to beleive that the same, illogical feelings you kept close to you for all this time remained in him too.

Rating: sfw

Word Count: 2914

Notes: I saw this, and I thought, but what if it was angst? also featuring mentions of nb prof byleth bc *nice* (Several months later) I finished this, finally. having some rat content folks u deserve it!!

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Honestly, it was scary how easily you could turn your back on the empire. The people you had grown up with, the only home you had ever known… all of it, to follow Byleth and the Church of Serios. You weren’t alone in this endeavor, all of your class had joined your fight… sans Edelgard, of course, and ever loyal to her, Hubert.

Fighting had never really been your strong suit, loathe you hated to admit it. In your academy days you would much rather dedicate yourself to healing others and tending to the animals. Professor Byleth insisted you learn to defend yourself at least, if it came to that-- though they promised to always be there to protect you. You took them at that vow, and divided your time between offensive magic and learning the sword from the best only. Five years later, you found yourself a seasoned dark flier somehow, able to clear enemies easily if need be but much preferring to heal your enemies.

It was funny, you had always thought you preferred horseback, but someone very important to you changed your mind…

“Hubert?” It wasn’t like him to get lost in his thoughts, his hardened gaze quickened coming back as he focused on you once more.

“What?” Whether he meant it or not, his voice came out as a hiss.

“Are you ready for sky watch?” You saddled the Pegasus you were to ride easily, use to how to care for them by now.

“Of… course.” He looked fine but there was hesitance in his voice; he still stood rather far from the wyvern provided for him, looking at it with both curiosity and something else you couldn’t quite place.

“Oh, do you not like wyverns?” You laughed gently, coming up to the wyvern yourself and resting a gentle hand on its nose. It huffed in content, large puffs of breath coming from its nostrils as it closed its large eyes and leaning in to nuzzle your hand in affection. “He’s so sweet though!” You couldn’t help but laugh as the large creature tried to lean into your touch more. You gave its tough scales a nice scratch.

“I fear I don’t possess the same skill with animals as you do.” He still kept his distance, wary of the wyvern and looking instead towards your pegasus.

“Oh that’s right, you’ve never really flown before, huh...” You frowned softly. “You probably don’t know how to, right?” You smiled at him and though he rolled his eyes at being caught, Hubert didn’t try to deny it.

“It’s… true. In fact I try to avoid sky watch at all costs, for personal reasons.” He frowned. You were still smiling.

“That’s fine! I’m perfectly capable of teaching you, and I know you’ll catch on really easy.” Disregarding any personal space Hubert had tried to make between you, himself, and the wyvern, you took him by the hand and lead him over the pegasus you had been taking care of for a while now. She really liked you and seemed to mostly like other people when you were around, usually... “Come here, meet Georgie here! She’s a little less intimidating than a wyvern, right?” You giggled. Hubert stood before the pegasus, frowning at Georgie as well.

“She’s… alright.” Hubert made no move. Georgie huffed at him, unfazed as well.

“Oh come on, let her sniff you at least. You’ll be riding her.” Hubert couldn’t question you as you once again invaded his personal space and lifted his hand with your own so she could smell it. Georgie did just that, bowing her nose a little and bumping into his gloved hand. She didn’t seem to mind him, probably because you were still holding his hand up, but secretly Hubert was quite pleased like this. To keep up airs, though, he dropped his hand, yours falling slowly after.

“I’ll be riding her?” he frowned.

“Well, yeah, we both will be. It’s hard to teach someone to ride otherwise.” You laughed. Hubert wasn’t sure what you expected, because he surely wasn’t getting in the air, let alone in the air with you on the same pegasus.

“That’s not happening.” He said simply.

“Hubert don’t be like this.” You frowned-- no pouted, even. He remained unfazed once more. “Really, I think it will be good for you! And I’d really appreciate it, too.”

“What good do you gain this?” He’d admit, he almost wanted you to convince him, to help him get over his damned fear of heights. But if Hubert wasn’t stubborn then he wasn’t anything.

“A chance to spend time with you, of course!” You winked-- At him. Hubert didn’t even know what to think at this point. This may as well happen.

“...Very well. If only so we can bring back results to the professor.”

“That’ the spirit!” You were quick to jump on Georgie’s back and hold out your hand to Hubert so he might join you. Reluctantly Hubert took your hand and sat behind you, finding the unfamiliar pooling of anxiety in his stomach. He was Hubert Von Vestra and he didn’t fear much anything. But of course, the one thing that got to him was heights. And the professor had to put him on sky watch with you. “Make sure you hold on tight to me, alright?” He wasn’t one to hesitate either but he found himself doing just that when prompted to wrap his arms around your waist. Obviously he knew it was so he didn’t fall when the pegasus took off but he could blame this hesitance to the anxiety already blooming in his stomach. Not other feelings that may or may have not already existed in him. “Oh don’t be shy Hubert, we both know that’s not you. And I really don’t mind.” With little more than a huff, Hubert relented, (only a little unnerved at how well you seemed to be reading him today) and comfortably wrapped his arms around your waist, holding you close to himself. It was silly, you would think with how his head rested near your shoulder and how tightly he held you, he was the one protecting you.

That thought was quite literately torn from his mind as you took off without warning, Georgie doing as directed and flying in the air. Hubert could not help but cling closer to you as he closed his eyes. You didn’t say anything, bracing yourself against his sudden crushing hug.

“Hey, it’s okay now. You’re fine.” Hubert hated how your voice had gone so soft. How the sound of it comforted him, enough to open his eyes. The world was far below him, so small before him. “Don’t look down, that’ll only make it worse.” Hubert could only heed your advice and instead turn his gaze to the sights around him; the tall spires of the Monastery and Officers Academy around him, other wyvern riders and pegasus knights taking to the skies.

“How can you do this so often? I feel as if I’m going to be sick.” Closer still he held you, with one more glace to the cold ground below.

“I trust Georgie. She wouldn’t hurt me. Won’t hurt us.” Careful to not let go of the reign, you pet her mane. She let out an appreciative neigh. “Learning to fly is one thing, though, fighting atop a flying creature is rather different that mounting fighting.”

“I can tell...” Nearby, students from another class were sparring. Here, high up in the air. Their movements seemed much more refined and poised compared to the two of you, hovering here from where you had first lifted from the ground.

“I’m sorry if it seemed I ushered you into the air.” You sighed suddenly. “I hadn’t realized your hesitance was because you were afraid of heights...” You shook your head gently and Hubert felt every movement of it. “I was just eager to share this experience with you.”

“Don’t linger on it. Despite being terrified I… it’s nice.” He sighed. “I may be scared of heights, but I always wanted to fly on a pegasus...” Hubert didn’t know why he was admitting this to you. You just made it easy, he supposed.

“I’m glad you trust me.” It was strange to hear it allowed but Hubert supposed that was the only resason any of this could happen. How that happened was beyond him but the only other person who knew this much about him was Lady Edelgard… “I hope you can learn to cope with your fear, it’s nice being up here is it not?”

“If it’s with you… I suppose it’s alright. Let’s just get on with our duty so we can get down faster.” You didn’t question him, just giggling to yourself (Hubert of course noticed, with how close the two of you were) as Georgie took off on your patrol route. For the most part, the two of you sat in comfortable silence, with you occasionally explaining certain aspects of flying with him, and Hubert’s grip on your waist never faltering. Eventually, it was time for the two of you to return down to the ground. Georgie landed gracefully, with Hubert quick to let you go and return to the ground. Of course he was ecstatic to be back on his own two feet after such a long time in the air but he didn’t let that be seen, composing himself again once more.

The two of you had gone to share your result with Professor Byleth who, just as you were, was surprised to hear that Hubert was afraid of heights. With your pleading though, Byleth allowed you to continue teaching Hubert how to fly (much to his chagrin) during patrol. The two of you had never been closer in that time, so much so that you had grown to love him despite everything. You loved him so much bu despite that when the time came… you couldn’t betray the professor and he couldn’t betray Edelgard.

Of course, in the five years following it almost felt like the dumbest decision of your life when your precious professor was nowhere to be found. It was all you could do to stay with the church of Serios and try to find them and Rhea. With their miraculous reappearance, there was hope once more. Your former classmates were once again with you, the professor was here… This war could be ended.

But in order for that to happen… Edelgard and Hubert would have to be defeated… And you knew they would keep fighting until the bitter end. You all would, and you hated it. You had healed more people in the past five years then you ever did at the academy, killed more people that you ever even feared you would, all in defiance of the Empire and Edelgard. Yet you still dared to love Hubert? As if he ever did you? And even if he did at one point-- those feelings were most certainly quashed when you decided your trust lay in Byleth over Edelgard five years ago. Since your dear professors return only victory seemed to be in your sight but direct conflict with the empire meant Hubert was sure to show up sooner or later. You knew, as you neared the Imperial Capitol, he would be leading the charge. Atop Georgie you could see him clearly, leading his own charge.

Just because you disliked conflict doesn’t mean you weren’t prepared for it-- while it was a tough battle it was one you had to win. You had to see Hubert one more time, let go of feelings that had remained unspoken for so long. You knew he likely wouldn’t care, that he would probably laugh in your face that you even bother to bring that up in such a battle. But if it was going to end-- for you or for him-- you wanted those words out in the open.

You weren’t sure how long it took you to reach where Hubert wait, controlling his army. It was hard to find the proper words, facing him like this for the first time in forever. Feelings you thought had dwindled in you only seemed to blossom further as he watched you with a frown. You could swear he softened slightly at realizing just who you were.

“Hubert…” You hardly had words, unsure if it was proper to get of your pegasus in this situation. This was war; he was the enemy commander. But all rights, the two of you should be tying to kill one another right now, not stare at one another with a look too soft to be hate, but too distant to be fond.

“_____” Your name left his mouth curtly. Time seemed to slow down for the two of you only as you dismounted, hesitantly approaching him. How you weren’t dead now, you weren’t sure.

“You’ve grown.” Hubert hated how you managed to smile at him, how your voice had that familiar softness he had tried so hard to forget. “I wish this reunion could have been on better terms but…” You sighed.

“What have you come to say?” He was curt with you, if only because he couldn’t bring himself to be rude. Not to you, who had only ever showed him kindness. You, who had somehow found yourself a special spot in a heart he was certain once he didn’t have.

“It’s… kinda silly, I admit.” You shook your head, a small laugh falling from your lips. He really was the same as always. “It’s been five years, and despite having the courage to come up here to fight you I don’t have the courage to admit how I feel.” You shook your head, clenching your fist tightly at your chest. You tried to pretend the anxiety flitting about in your stomach that was from the battle that was surely about to commence. Hubert narrowed his eyes at you.

“What are you going on about?” He ignored how his heartbeat picked up at the words you danced around.

“I don’t… blame El for what she did; that was her path to follow, and yours as well. I just… wish I could have had a little longer with you Hubert.” He frowned a little deeper but you didn’t let it discourage you. “I had to follow my path too, even if I knew it was in opposition to yours… but, it would have been nice, I think. To graduate with you and everyone else, have all that time together. To get to go to the millennial festival and reminisce our youth…” You sighed and shook your head. “Look at me, going on about meaningless things. I’ll get on with it.” Now you were smiling again, looking at him so dearly Hubert could swear you were looking at someone else. But, no, it was only the two of you here; with words so thick they took up the air between the two of you and caught in his throat, preventing him from saying anything in return. He probably would have said something foolish anyways. “The truth is, I love you. And I have these entire five years away from you, Hubert. I know there’s no happy ending for us here today; I just… I don’t know what I thought, really, I guess I wanted those words to be out there.” How you managed to smile at him, you weren’t sure. It felt like a weight was lifted off your chest though.

As always, his expression was impossible to read. What he was really feeling, you weren’t sure though by his lack of response it must have been some sort of tumultuous. You took that as your time to return to Georgie; after all, you had done what you came to him to do, so you supposed his response didn’t matter (even if you were dying to hear one, whether it be in your favor or otherwise; something was better than nothing). You were surprised to feel him catch your wrist and for a moment, you feared the worst; even if he was the man you loved, Hubert wasn’t below playing dirty to see to what must be done. But no, instead he spoke, words that hurt more than perhaps hearing him say he didn’t feel the same. “Had I not given my life to another long ago… I may have given it to you, instead.” You stiffened, his touch dropping as quickly as it came. You didn’t know how to respond to that, the weight of those words far greater than any confession he could have given you.

“...Thank you for that.” You didn’t have to heart to face him and say those words. You knew, once you mounted your pegasus again, the two of you would go back to being enemies. One of you would end up killing the other, in all likelihood. “Despite everything… I happy I got to meet you, Hubert.” You jumped upon the saddle staring down at him now. “I hope, next time we meet…. Things can be different.” He could only nod as you took to the skies, taking on his own fighting stance as you readied to attack as well.

Next time… perhaps, next time, the two of you could find a way to be happy together. Hubert couldn’t wait to find it, wherever it may be. He looked forward to the day he might be able to fly with you once again…