#well whatever. this interaction is thrilling. to me
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BULLY OC - C.C. I saw a bunch of these in the fandom and theyre so goated so i made a Bully oc Slash self insert too Yeauhhhh ❤️❤️ Kinda Lengthy Introduction to him below (template by jimothy-hopkins)

Hi this is C.C., or Cici, or or Sissy (via Gary)... Everyone knows his real name from the yearbook but he prefers to just shorten it to his initials.
Literally just a random ass guy. Born in New York, he had a pretty awesome life before coming to Bullworth. He grew up fairly well, but a split in his parent's marriage resulted him in moving to possibly his worst nightmare, a small town.
A really avid thrill seeker, though personality-wise he's very down to earth and doesn't have any real beef with any of the cliques regardless of what they think of him. Thinks the jocks are really annoying though (except Mandy <3). "Life is too short to care about that nonsense!"
Regardless, he does hold grudges if you piss him off even slightly. Cici is extremely particular about understanding people's motivations at first glance, so it can feel like walking on eggshells if he can't become quickly accustomed to how you act, talk, or your reasonings for interacting with him in the first place if he didn't initiate it first.
He won't go out of his way to ruin anyones' lives or whatever over it, but he'll definitely act more distant and "esoteric" than he already is.
Knows a lot about everyone and a lot of people know nothing about him. Not that he's a loner but he had decided that Maybe Bullworth Isn't The Best Place To Make Too Many Friends. ❤️
Considers himself to only be friends with Gary, Christy, Mandy, and Johnny. He'll always talk with anybody in class if possible, though. His archnemesis is boredom.
His red duffle jacket makes people see him from a mile away, so atleast he's known for something unique.
He's from the pre-Jimmy era... Him and Gary were 'close friends' before he eventually dropped out. He still doesn't know if Gary actually liked him or not, but it's was fun as shit anyways.
It was hard to see them not near eachother, their crafty personalities clicked a little too well (as well as their adhd diagnosis')!!! They had to stop hanging out constantly at school because Gary had told him they looked like homosexuals.
Having been around a multitude of greasers and Italian-Americans while growing up, he found himself immediately drawn to them all and they hit it off fairly quickly after he steadily convinced them that he's not as suspicious as many would assume.
He thinks too highly of himself as nobody thought of him as a threat in the first place anyways LOL.
Johnny Vincent specifically reminded him of Al Pacino, so he had an ENORMOUS crush on him that was never pursued.
Would be more friendly with the other factions if they made the effort to get to know eachother, but he honestly prefers to keep his distance from more insanity.
Despite this, he secretly admires like half the cast. He just loves messy people and how distinctive everyone is at this horrendous school. It's for very shallow reasons, though, such as simply liking how they style their hair or the tone of their voice.
This appreciation for others is never publically stated just so he can keep up his self-described "eccentric but unknown" reputation. #PEACEANDLOVE
If he wasn't associated with Gary and the greasers, he'd be considered a nerd more than anything. Really into pop culture all around, especially movies and anime. Makes references literally no one understands all the time.
Fun Facts..... Aka me just talking more Sorryyyy:
He's Colombian and Salvadoran. Does not know a lick of Spanish but he's very intertwined with his culture. (ESPECIALLY THE FOOD!!!!!!)
Biggest Anglophile ever. Without England he would be dead. He basically snatched his entire wardrobe from what he saw in British media.
Into indie/garage rock and digital hardcore (or just edm in general). On the side of Oasis during the Britpop War. Other bands he likes include Interpol, Franz Ferdinand, Arctic Monkeys (their 2004 demos changed his entire life), Bloc Party, The Velvet Underground, The London Suede, etc
Interested in science, specifically biology and psychology, so observing Gary and the rest of the school was crazy entertaining for him. Also very invested in the mafia (which is understandable considering where he grew up).
Artist but doesn't show anybody what he draws even though it's not all that in the first place.
(Playfully) teases the hell out of everyone he knows about the randomest things. You stutter once and it's Over. None of them like it but it Could be worse considering it's Bullworth Academy.
GAMBLING ADDICTION
Outside of that, he practices abstinence. Someone has to be the designated driver even if that someone doesn't have a license. ❤️
He's the bisexual that eats hot chip and lies
Voiceclaim is Julian Casablancas (adjacent) from The Strokes.... Specifically during 2001-2006.....
THANK YOU FOR READING THIS FAR I Hope you enjoy my annoying guy Lol...
#bully#bully game#canis canem edit#bully oc#Ive been drawjng more fanart but i wanted to do this first Yayy#🚬
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#i be like giRL what is wrong with ur DEAL but i'm talking to myself as much as i am to the screen#他最早出现的时候还没有任何人物设计所以就看起来好乖好乖 啊啊啊啊怎么办 他真的有点呆#再说这是啥演技想法这是啊 Chico宝宝你别太爱他拜托#well whatever. this interaction is thrilling. to me#oz hbo#chico guerra#miguel alvarez#my gifs#Otto sanchez#kirk Acevedo
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big girls dont cry QNA
i know you guys have lots of curiosities about this fic lolll so i’ll try to answer some of the questions i received (∗ᵕ̴᷄◡ᵕ̴᷅∗) 💕 if u still have some, just shoot me an ask!! :] also im really bad at explaining so i apologize 🤦🏻♀️ i have the plot nailed in my head but its tricky to articulate it in a clear, linear way for yall considering all the little nuances i added lol. i’ll try my best tho hehe :,)
Okay so there’s a whole ‘nother plot that exists in the background of this fic- which was super fun for me to write, but im sure from a reader standpoint it’s also kinda thrilling to try to connect the dots i left lol. thats why theres so many interpretations for this story (which i love!! i loved reading all yall’s theories)! 💕 BUT. that being said, the ‘canon’ goes like this:
SPOILERS BELOW read it first then come back! ( ⸍ɞ̴̶̷ ·̫ ɞ̴̶̷⸌ )
was caleb really dead?
No. Caleb staged his own death and then, similar to the main story homecoming wings, didnt tell mc :,) for his own reasons, for a time, he decides he’ll let her go on believing he’s truly gone…
why did he stage his death?
I dropped little crumbs of it in the fic, but it’s hinted that mc, on top of all her grief, feels a bit bitter over the whole shebang and also blames herself for it. hmm… why would that be? 🤔 well because their final moments together (or so she THOUGHT) were emotionally charged and volatile.
the foundation of their sibling relationship was growing weaker and weaker before the explosion. arguments are forming out of nowhere- things are becoming more tense and mc, for the life of her, can’t understand why her gege is always pulling her into a heated debate about safety, danger, blahblahblah, this that and the third, every time they interact. He’s being wildly unreasonable, which she knows, and protective- a trait that has snowballed as they entered their adulthood- but what she doesn’t know is the why behind it. she tells herself she just has a super protective older brother who views her as a little baby in need of his guidance- which isn’t entirely wrong… but she doesn’t see the full picture. His true feelings. All this tension eventually climbs to its peak. Caleb just gets worse and worse. He needs to do something before the world collapses on them both.
Now, in this au, he works at EVER, a somewhat shady but lucrative company- which dabbles in robotics amongst other things. I imagine they have abundant resources and wealth- and what with his promotions, it’s safe to say caleb is making a LOT. So, the delusional guy he is, he buys a big fancy suite with the idea in mind of two eventually living in it ;) but mc doesn’t want to- she has her own life in linkon!! She wants to spread her wings and separate from the nest anyway. Partly to start her own life; partly to prove to her gege that she can take care of herself. The argument that unfolds over this is the last they have before the big tragic explosion 😭 caleb, putting on a show with his beaten puppy eyes, leaves and then that’s the last time she sees him.
Caleb meticulously plans his ‘death’ out (with some help from his wingman ofc) and then eventually the robot is introduced to mc. It serves as a trojan horse. He’ll finally conquer her heart with it and win full autonomy over her. THIS IS HIS MAIN GOAL WITH THE ROBOT. WHY HE EVEN DOES ANY OF THIS TO BEGIN WITH.
Caleb gets to spy on mc with it and also slowly reshape her to accept his feelings; his ‘death’ has left her in a fragile state of mourning and he knows, after she warms up a bit to not-Caleb, he can more or less get away with anything- bc she will claw for whatever’s left of her family member. He can make her finally reciprocate and understand him— whether that be his feelings or fear or love. He tried to be patient, to be good, but obviously he had to travel a new route. He’s thinking of her 24/7. He’s obsessive, longing, protective, you name it- and all of this just worsens the more she denies him. When push comes to shove… well, caleb will do whatever it takes to win her :] He knows it’s unconventional and he’d be lying if he said it didn’t hurt him too- monitoring his endearingly stubborn, but sweet meimei and the shattered pieces he left of her through his android’s eyes— but it’s all temporary, and he truly believes it’s for the better.
did gideon know?
Yes, Gideon knew all along. He’s Caleb’s best buddy after all. To be matter of fact- Gideon didn’t just know, he quite literally ‘herded’ mc into the lion’s den in a way. Mc knew vaguely of their work at EVER, but not too much; so Gideon was the one who shined that light on their robotics and really introduced her to the concept of not-Caleb. Now, i wouldnt say Gideon is exactly comfortable with his involvement, but he actually really does care for mc and thinks she needs that help- as dubious as the means are. Anyway, it’s almost impossible to shut out all of his buddy’s demands: the brunet is nothing if not insistent on getting what he wants. In his own whacky way, Gideon thinks what he did- playing into Caleb’s plan- was for the better as well. I mean, Mc clearly wasnt doing good before not-Caleb came along,… but with the few visits he managed before the android got a little too stingy and sent him off, Gideon actually managed to catch a smile or two from her! So clearly he did the right thing 👀 not to mention… the real caleb seems very pleased with the progress, too. besides- the whole robot situation is temporary anyway :] She’ll be reuniting with the beloved gege she misses so much sooner rather than later.
how accurate was not-caleb?
His programming is like 100% accurate. Mc, for a mix of both naiveity and delusion, thinks not-Caleb is flawed when he starts to show signs of amorous/romantic feelings for her. Really, though, after she tells him to stay the night with her (innocently; and after years of having not shared the same childhood twin bed), it triggers a part of his ‘brain’ that undoes all real caleb’s self restraint thus far :] If the same exact situation happened with the real caleb, his reaction would’ve more or less been the same. Homeboy can only keep his feelings in check for so long
who programmed not-caleb?
Real Caleb
how is mc pregnant?
Because the robot’s creator wanted to add his own special touch to his work if you know what i mean :) yeah he’s a freak like that. Dont think he WOULDNT install in his robot the ability to indirectly knock his ‘meimei’ up. I will say though, that while caleb wants to get mc pregnant, its not fully bc he wants to start a family- at least not right away- but because he wants to emotionally and legally trap her with him. Besides monitoring her/wearing down her walls while she thought he was ‘dead’, this was actually one of caleb’s biggest goals with sending not-caleb into her home.
is not-caleb self-aware?
Yes
what’s real caleb been doing all this time?
Basically climbing the ranks of EVER from his lil perch somewhere in skyhaven. all the while, of course, spying on mc like a hawk. Biding his time & waiting for the right moment when she’s at her weakest, most codependent state to replace his carbon copy :)
was caleb controlling his robot?
No. But he essentially created its whole program. And there are cameras inside its eyes in which he watches mc from :) and cant help but snap pics with sometimes: she’s just so pretty— and endlessly sexy when he finally, in a vicarious way, gets to lie her back and make love to her <3
what is real caleb’s motive/ultimate goal?
1. to control/protect/‘tame’ mc through the robot; get her to see things from his point of view (which means realizing she belongs with him- where it’s safe and he can protect & love her)
2. to knock her up (hence the. ahem. reproductive abilities of the robot) so that he can trap her with a baby on top of all the other emotional strings he’s hogtied her with.
does gideon want mc too?
the question is not would gideon smash her. the question is would caleb LET him…. 👀
also, below i just attached a screenie from some of the notes i took. theyre ofc a little disjointed but i think it might clarify things too :] im so bad at answering questions esp for a plot this spiraling but i really tried my best guys my brain is tired forgive me :,)

#mailbox#big girls don’t cry#why was answering all these questions harder than writing the fic 😭#i feel like i cant easily put this all in laymans’s terms im sorry 🥲#but i hope this cleared things up at least a lil bit haha 🫰#the lore is sooo deep but its complicated asf so i tried to make the answers here as simple and short as possible#if u want more clarity on certain stuff tho just ask me hehe#also if i ever write a caleb x mc x gideon… expect them both to be up to no good like they are here 💀#gideon is a lil handsome im ngl#thomas cute too#but thats besides the point#believe it or not this is me at lowest yap state
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Hiii, first of all i want to say that your writing is sooo good.like you're literally my fave author in this app and I love how you characterize the bl boys. Anyways can I request blue lock guys with a single mom reader and how the guys react to the fact that she's a single mom(maybe the father left reader when she got pregnant or you can write whatever scenario you want regarding the bio father) and their interaction with reader's child. If you could, pls include isagi, bachira, nagi, reo, rin and sae.
Also take care and have a great day<333
“𝐭𝐡𝐞 𝐟𝐚𝐭𝐡𝐞𝐫 𝐭𝐡𝐚𝐭 𝐬𝐭𝐞𝐩𝐩𝐞𝐝 𝐮𝐩”

a/n: OMG TYSM??? AAA THAT IS SO SWEET! take care and have a great day as well you pretty soul ❤️
i love the domestic fluff behind this request + reader def has another kid with them after
ft. isagi yoichi, bachira meguru, nagi seishiro, itoshi rin, itoshi sae
isagi yoichi
he’s surprised at first, but not in a bad way, just wide-eyed, taking it all in.
“you’re a mom?” he blinks. “like… a real one? like… diapers and everything?”
once he processes it, he’s all in.
isagi grew up with supportive parents, so he has a lot of respect for the strength it takes to raise a kid alone.
if you tell him the father walked out on you, he gets super serious, quiet and tense in a way you haven’t seen before.
“you don’t have to tell me everything now, but if he ever tries to come back, you let me deal with him.” and the way he says it? dead serious.
when he meets your kid for the first time, he brings a little soccer ball and awkwardly crouches down like he’s meeting royalty.
“hi! i’m… yoichi. i kick balls for a living.”
you: “okay let’s… rephrase that.”
but it works. he’s silly, energetic, and so patient – your kid absolutely adores him.
he’ll start doing commentary while the kid’s eating cereal, like it’s a world cup final.
“AND HE SCORES THE LAST FROOT LOOP! WHAT A LEGEND!”
you catch him googling “how to be a good stepdad” at 3 AM. you don’t bring it up. but you definitely screenshot it.
bachira meguru
bachira lights up when you tell him.
“you have a little gremlin too?!”
he’s thrilled. he doesn’t ask anything about the father unless you bring it up. he’s more focused on how he can be a fun and loving person in your child’s life.
he sees your kid and immediately goes “wanna see my monster voice?” and makes the weirdest, funniest noise ever.
the two of them are chaotic together.
you walk into the living room and there’s glitter everywhere, paper hats on both of them, and he’s letting your kid draw a mustache on his face.
“we’re pirates now,” bachira says, completely serious. “you have to pay the glitter tax.”
when your kid calls him “meguru,” he beams. when they accidentally call him “dad” one day? he tears up a little.
you: “you okay?”
him, teary-eyed: “i would die for that child.”
also probably teaches your kid to climb furniture and you have to ban them from the couch for a week.
nagi seishiro
“oh,” he says when you tell him, blinking slowly. “that’s kinda cool.”
nagi doesn’t react big. he just accepts it immediately, like it’s just another part of you.
but inside? he’s kind of in awe. like you raised a tiny human? by yourself? sounds exhausting.
“you must be really strong,” he mumbles, head on your shoulder.
he’s surprisingly good with kids. laid-back, unbothered, and doesn’t treat them like they’re fragile.
your child is obsessed with sitting on his shoulders while he walks around the apartment like a lazy giraffe.
he lets them play games on his phone, and one time they accidentally deleted a rare gacha pull. he just shrugged.
“they’re more fun to hang out with than reo.”
he naps with them on the couch and sleeps through them using his hair as a blanket.
he gets attached without even noticing. one day he buys a switch for them and says it’s “because they’re annoying when they’re bored” but you find it in his shopping history under “gift for my mini me.”
itoshi rin
freezes when you tell him.
absolutely panics inside but tries to stay stoic.
“oh. okay. i see.” (he doesn’t see anything. his brain is buffering.)
but once he calms down, he starts asking thoughtful, gentle questions.
“what do they like to eat?”
“do they know their father?”
“are you… okay?”
when you explain your ex bailed after the pregnancy, he clenches his jaw and gets really quiet.
he just nods and says, “that’s not your fault. he’s pathetic.”
rin’s not the best with kids at first. he’s awkward, stiff, stands like a statue, but he’s trying so hard.
your kid hands him a toy and rin just… holds it. like it’s a grenade.
“do i… do i play with it?”
but one afternoon, your kid falls asleep on his lap and something in him just softens.
from then on, he’s all in. buys extra snacks for them, watches their shows even if he doesn’t get them.
“this blue dog… why is he emotional?”
“it’s bluey, rin. let it happen.”
itoshi sae
you expect him to be judgmental. he’s not. at all.
he hears “i’m a single mom” and just says “okay.”
“you’re still hot. and you’re a good mom. sounds like a win to me.”
he doesn’t ask about the father unless you bring it up. when you do, he’s indifferent on the outside, but furious on the inside.
“he left? while you were pregnant?”
you nod.
he just hums and says, “if he shows up, tell him to meet me. i’ll ruin his life.”
when he meets your kid, he keeps his usual cool attitude, but your child’s the only one who gets to see him smile freely.
your kid: “can you make silly faces?”
sae: “no.”
also sae, five seconds later: pulling the most cursed expression you’ve ever seen.
he buys expensive stuff for your kid without blinking – custom sneakers, private tutors, limited edition toys.
“i like spoiling them. deal with it.”
you catch him once, watching your kid sleep while he absentmindedly brushes their hair out of their face.
he looks at you and says, “this is the only family i’ve ever actually wanted.”
yeah. you cry.
© 𝐤𝐱𝐬𝐚𝐠𝐢
#blue lock#blue lock x reader#bllk#bllk x reader#blue lock headcanons#isagi yoichi x reader#yoichi isagi x reader#rin itoshi x reader#itoshi rin x reader#itoshi sae x reader#sae itoshi x reader#bachira meguru x reader#meguru bachira x reader#nagi seishiro x reader#seishiro nagi x reader#the father that stepped up
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Tobiizu fake relationship au in which they never actually agreed to start a fake relationship,
Izuna approached Tobirama and offered to let bygones be bygones aiming to get him to lower his guard and dispose of him/humiliate him/steal Senju secrets (or whatever he's bored) and Tobirama Knows it.
Tobirama: Izuna's goal every time we interact is to kill me. This is no different. But I can't reject him without jeopardizing our relationship with the Uchiha.
So they become "friends" and, after the second get together that Tobirama insisted took place on a VERY public location, Izuna realizes Tobirama is onto him. But he won't come clean, because that'll mean he'd lose, and he'd very much rather chew on his own eyeballs than concede a victory to Tobirama, so he goes full on Fake Bitch and tries to trick him into actually liking him.
Tobirama tries to avoid him afterwards because suddenly Izuna became more insufferable than usual but Hashirama is like noooo, you were making friends! Don't ghost your friend! Tobirama he might start thinking you hate him!
Tobirama does hate him, Anija.
Madara thinks Izuna is in love with Tobirama because he suddenly got VERY intense about him, more than usual, and he's like no you can do so much better please. He goes to Hashirama and Hashi is fucking thrilled because they could unite their families, a marriage to settle our alliance. Let me ask Tobirama what he thinks about it.
And Tobirama thinks is a great fucking idea actually. There's no way Izuna will keep this up if there's marriage on the horizon.
He's wrong. Izuna DOES keep it up, and after he sees Tobirama's little smug smile thinking he played him, he gets so angry he starts laughing like a maniac. Sharingan activated and all. Once his deranged laugher dies down he smiles "oh I'm so happy, I'm the happiest man alive!"
Now they're engaged and both fucking panicking.
The thing is, Tobirama is a controlling little freak, so even if he DOESN'T want to do this, he takes control over wedding planning and becomes insufferable in turn, tracking Izuna down to berate him because he needs to do his part as well! This is a very sensitive political affair and it cannot go wrong and Izuna I'm a sensor I know you're inside that well, come out you're gonna dirty the water.
Izuna starts to believe he was successful in his plan and now Tobirama thinks Izuna is in love with him for real and that's the worst thing ever.
Tobirama starts to believe Izuna actually meant the initial friendship overtures but after Tobirama's constant avoidance he accepted the wedding to punish him and this might be Tobirama's fault actually.
They tell nobody about what's going on.
On the wedding day Izuna breaks and hisses "I poisoned the wine!" Which is a lie, and Tobirama knows it, and he slumps in relief because that means Izuna does not want to do this. Alas, Tobirama planned this wedding for weeks with little to no sleep and invited a lot of very important people. He's NOT letting Izuna ruin all his hard work, so he drinks anyway and says "no you didn't" Izuna's eye twitch and drinks as well and now they're married.
Tobirama invents divorce a week later but they still keep on being roommates because it'd be humiliating if the other got the house in the divorce. They keep playing the friend chicken game for years to come, and build a life around the other. Izuna because eventually he starts to like Tobirama and decided to be merciful and never tell him about how this started so he could... He doesn't even remember what, kill him? Expose his fake ass? Unimportant (he still thinks Tobirama thinks Izuna meant to become friends at the beginning). Tobirama is like, I'm doing the world a favor by keeping him contained and also after so long Izuna's presence doesn't feel intrusive anymore and it's somewhat enjoyable (he likes him as well but he's never had a friend before)
Since Tobirama has no clue how normal friendships work, he follows Izuna's lead. Thing is, Izuna's naturally inclined to match anybody's freak so they actually end up following Tobirama's lead on it. And it gets. Weird.
Tobirama: hey if in tomorrow's mission you come across some enemies can you bring me a couple alive. I have a new idea I want to try
Izuna: no problem. Any specifics?
Tobirama: an earth affinity would be optimal. But if not, anything is fine.
Izuna: you got it.
Hashirama, Mito & Madara, who were having dinner with them:...
Izuna: hey when I die bring me back so I can kill whoever killed me.
Tobirama: if
Izuna: what
Tobirama: If you die. I'm about to reach a breakthrough on immortalily. You'll die when I let you.
Izuna is very touched.
Nobody even knows they're divorced.
#tobiizu#izuna#Tobirama#everybody else is like: ooo enemies to friends to lovers!!#when in reality is like: enemies to spouses to codependent divorcees#izutobi#mip
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୨୧ GETTING SHIPPED WITH ANOTHER IDOL



𓇼ㅤ 𓈒ㅤ 삶 ㅤ───ㅤ " WARNINGS; “ fluff, jealousy, mention of other idols, fem!reader (idk), established relationship,
Making use of my millions of accounts lol, I honestly forgot this account existed but now I’m here :P
MANON
Girly was trying to control her temper the moment a ship edit popped up on her fyp. She opened the comment and typed out. “They’re not together y’all!! They’re probably just friends, who you should be suspecting is manon and yn. I mean don’t they look so cute together?” A sly smirk crept up to her face as she felt proud of herself for typing that on her secret account. More pride shook her when more manyn edits began to pop up.
SOPHIA
Was probably trying her best to seem nonchalant and easy about it the moment a video pops up on her fyp but the her sulky expressions says it all. “Hey yn since when did this happen?” She called out for you rushing to meet you in the kitchen. “Huh what’s that?” You asked trying to get a glimpse of what she was showing on her phone. “Oh ah! It’s my most recent photoshoot why?” You asked trying to stifle in your laughter from looking at her face. “Well I don’t like it! Now people think you and wonyoung have something together” she whined. “Don’t worry baby, it’s just a photoshoot, if you want I could beg my manger to fix one with you soon?” “Omg yes yes yes, I’d love that” her silky expressions immediately vanished and was now replaced with a more cheerful one.
DANIELA
They look so good together “Hmm what an odd thing to say” Daniela watched with a frown as fan gushed about because of the minimum amount of interaction between you and newjeans minji. Meanwhile the both of you are practically flirting on camera and no one seemed to bait an eye. “Do you like her?” Daniela randomly asked out of the blue. “Umm no, she’s just a friend of mine” you answered shrugging off her possessive glare. “Okay that’s nice, don’t let it exceed friendship or else….” She paused with a playful threatening gaze.
LARA
Lara sat on the rolling chair, reading some Wattpad stories like fans had suggested when suddenly a story title caught her eye. She clicked on it and read the title with a straight face. “Y’all whoever wrote this title alone needs to arrive at the asylum right now” she spoke, her lips forming into a think line after. It was like her gaze was solely focused on whatever was on the screen. “I’m gonna report this” she said with a frown. Fans would guess that “oh maybe it was something inappropriate” but in reality it was a ship book of you and a male Kpop idol.
MEGAN
Megan was trying to hold her fake smile the more a fan gushed about how you and lesserafim eunchae would match together. The fan talked about how there was a certain chemistry between you two. Megan had heard enough and decided to cut the convo short. “Do you know who she looks amazing with?” Megan asked a fake glint of excitement in her eyes. “Who?!” The fan asked also feeling a thrill of excitement. “Me”. The fan squealed “oh ye— what?”
YOONCHAE
It all started when she woke up to check her social media and the first thing that pops up was a ship edit of you and newjeans haerin, with the editor adding a soft love song which didn’t help at all. The fans comments even made it worse with comments like; my haeyn 🥹, gosh how much I love seeing them interact on stage it’s so cute. The urge to reply and say “you’re just being delusional she’s with me!!”. Throughout the day you noticed yoonchae acting all sulky and pouty which lead you to confront her about what had happened.
#Katseye#katseye x reader#katseye x female reader#katseye fluff#Katseye headcanons#headcanon#katseye sophia#katseye manon#katseye daniela#katseye lara#katseye megan#katseye yoonchae#sophia x reader#manon x reader#daniela x reader#lara x reader#megan x reader#yoonchae x reader
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Max Level: Pleasure Unlocked
Le Sserafim's Miyawaki Sakura x Male reader
AN: So... I may have been a tiny bit late to class today 😅. Why, you ask? Well... I was up all night re-watching Marry My Husband (totally worth it, btw). Anyway, fast forward to class, and I casually checked my phone, and—wait for it—WHAT?! Almost 300 likes for Ms. Kim Chaewon?! You guys are seriously amazing! 💖 This story was supposed to drop tomorrow, but because I love you all so much... here’s a little treat! 😘✨
P.S. Why is this lecture soooo long? Send help! 😂

Miyawaki Sakura, the eldest member of Le Sserafim, had found a new thrill—one that didn’t involve the stage lights or concert crowds. Live streaming had pulled her into its vibrant, fast-paced world of colorful pixels and instant connection. It wasn’t just a hobby anymore; it became her escape—a digital realm where she could unwind and be herself. Streaming offered her a space where she could share her love for video games in the most authentic way possible. Her laughter would echo through the headset, filling the room with the joy she found in navigating complex game worlds and strategizing with her audience. It was a welcome reprieve from the pressures of K-pop stardom, a place where she could exist without expectation.
But as Sakura’s love for streaming grew, so did the distance between her and Y/N. Y/N cherished their quiet evenings together—the ones filled with soft conversations, playful glances, and the warmth of shared intimacy. Now, those moments seemed to slip away, replaced by the blue glow of Sakura's monitor and the sounds of gaming filling the room. He found himself feeling increasingly sidelined, the comforting presence of his girlfriend diluted by the endless stream of fan interactions and in-game distractions. Every evening, as he sat in their apartment watching her stream, Y/N felt like a shadow in her life, forgotten behind the glow of her screen.
The silence after Sakura's gaming sessions hung in the air, heavy and unfamiliar, a stark contrast to the laughter that used to fill their nights. He would lie in bed, staring at the empty space beside him, wondering when their quiet, intimate nights had been swapped for late-night streams. The late-night absence became more palpable, the connection they once shared now buried beneath layers of bright pixels and fan interactions.
Frustrated and unsure of how to bridge the growing gap between them, Y/N turned to the one person who knew both of them best—Kwon Eunbi, Sakura's former leader and the matchmaker who had brought them together in the first place. Eunbi, always the voice of reason and support, listened with a thoughtful expression as Y/N poured out his concerns.
"I just don't know how to get her attention anymore," Y/N confessed, his voice tinged with frustration. "She used to light up when we were together, but now it feels like I'm competing with a screen."
Eunbi, ever the sage, leaned in with a twinkle in her eye, her lips curving into a knowing smile. "Well, my dear, sometimes you just need to remind her of what she's missing," she said, her tone playful yet reassuring. "There's this little shop downtown. They have... items that might help reignite that spark you're worried about. A little mystery, a little surprise—that's the key."
Y/N blushed at the suggestion, but the idea intrigued him. Maybe Eunbi was right—maybe a little spontaneity was exactly what their relationship needed. "Okay noona," Y/N said with newfound determination. "Take me there. I'll do whatever it takes."
Eunbi grinned. "That's the spirit. Trust me, after this, she'll be more than eager to spend some time away from that screen, and if it doesn't work out... you have my number" the older girl winked before giving a slightly playful slap to Y/N’s behind
As soon as Eunbi led him into the little adult shop tucked away in a quiet side street downtown, Y/N’s nerves melted into curiosity. The shop was intimate, lined with rows of items that promised to stoke passion and bring lovers closer. Eunbi was more than willing to offer her guidance, clearly enjoying herself as she pointed out various products.
"Trust me," Eunbi had said with a wink, picking up a small bullet vibrator from one of the shelves. "This one is discreet but packs a punch, It's perfect for getting things started. She won’t see it coming." Y/N’s cheeks had flushed at the thought, but the image of Sakura’s surprised reaction made her smile. It was perfect for catching his girlfriend off guard.
As they continued browsing, Y/N’s eyes landed on a sleek, curved G-spot vibrating dildo that promised deeper, more intense sensations. He couldn’t help but imagine how Sakura might respond to its use—what that extra thrill might do to rekindle the heat between them. Eunbi happily skips over to Y/N with a box that he hasn't seen before, a rabbit ear vibrator "Y/N you have to get this, I’m telling you Sakura will melt and turn to putty in your hands, I have one myself and it's pretty amazing." Y/N looked at his noona with a skeptical look. Why is she so into this, is his precious noona actually not as innocent as she portrayed to the public?
Thinking about her words he can't deny that the idea of being the one to control Sakura’s pleasure sent a surge of excitement through him. He added it to his growing selection of items.
The final addition was a delicate set of pastel pink lingerie. His girlfriend's favorite color. lace-lined and revealing, something that he knew she would love, he remembered her saying she wanted something similar to this but was always ashamed and embarrassed to buy it
Y/N picked up the set knowing how much it would make his lover feel even sexier. He could already imagine the fabric clinging to his girlfriend's skin, the look in Sakura’s eyes when she sees it. There was no doubt that tonight, he would make sure all of Sakura’s attention was focused on him.
As the duo went to the counter the current cashier was about to take a break and out comes his replacement, someone who Y/N would not have expected to work here.
"Oh Eunbi unnie welcome back Oh! and Y/N oppa, what are you doing here?" the duck looking girl squealed. To say Y/N was shocked is an understatement. His girlfriend's former members, his friends, were all so familiar with this place.
"I was showing Y/N around the store, he needed my help" Responded the eldest. "Oppa is Sakura unnie giving you a hard time?" Yena responded, causing Y/N to shrink into himself in embarrassment.
The girl started scanning the products one by one, her curious eyes glanced back and forth from y/n and each product he bought. "I didn't think Sakura unnie would be into this, I guess she's less of a prude than I thought" At this point Y/N just wanted to leave, he slightly hid behind his noona as she started placing her own products she wanted to buy.
"I’ll pay for it Y/N I get a discount here, just pay me back after" Y/N nodded before Eunbi tapped her card and they both left with Yena waving to them, saying that they should visit her again.
With his purchases in hand, Y/N left the shop feeling embarrassed about the whole situation but he thought about the end goal and it made him feel more confident than ever. This was his chance to break through the monotony that had settled between them.
Later that evening, back in their shared apartment, Sakura was already in the midst of her nightly streaming routine. Her set up was in the living room, per Y/N's request after waking him up way too many times. It was bathed in the soft glow of the monitor, casting a kaleidoscope of colors across her face as she engaged with her audience. Y/N, his heart pounding with a mixture of nerves and excitement, watched from the shadows, clutching the items he had bought earlier.
He knew exactly what to do.
Grabbing a piece of paper, Y/N quickly scribbled a note and held it up just out of view of the camera, flashing it at Sakura with a grin. The note read: "Since you're so into games, let's play one right now, this will be level one, don't make anything obvious, good luck."
Sakura blinked in confusion at first, her head tilting as she tried to make sense of the message. But when she looked up at Y/N’s playful expression a delicate smile spread across his lips, a knowing look in his eyes. Sakura then glanced down at her stream, her posture adjusting as if nothing had changed, she quickly muted her mic. “ Not now Y/N, I'm busy.” before turning it back on and saying her mic was glitching. But Y/N had spent too long planning this out, spent too much money to turn back now.
Satisfied with the confusion, Y/N smiled back. The game was on.
Without another word, Y/N crouched and began crawling under the desk. Since her desk was longer than any normal person would normally have, It made the access to the prize easy for him as he just needed to go from the side, his movements smooth and deliberate, hidden from the camera’s view. Sakura’s attention was still on the screen, her voice cheerful as she interacted with her viewers, but Y/N knew it wouldn’t be long before his girlfriend’s focus would shift entirely. Beneath the desk, Y/N felt a rush of excitement as he prepared to introduce a new level of spontaneity into Sakura’s night.
The note had been the first step—a secret shared between them, a playful challenge that only the two of them would understand. What happened next was up to Y/N, and he was ready to make it unforgettable.
Y/N smirked as he slowly slid the small bullet vibrator out of its box, he wiped it with a wet wipe before lifting up the pink short skirt in front of him, He brought the toy up and pressed it against Sakura's panty-covered mound, watching with delight as the Japanese girl jolted slightly in her seat. Sakura tried her best to maintain focus on the video game, determinedly gripping her mouse and keyboard as she attempted to hide her reactions to the subtle vibrations. But Y/N could see right through her act - the way Sakura's thighs clenched together, the slight flush creeping across her cheeks, the rapid rise and fall of her chest as her breathing quickened.
To save face Sakura quickly slapped Y/N’s hand away from her wet pussy but Y/n quickly placed it back to its home.
The little vibrator buzzed away, its vibrations transmitted through the thin fabric barrier. Y/N could feel the heat radiating off of Sakura's core, could sense her wetness growing with each passing second. Sakura squirmed almost imperceptibly, fighting the urge to spread her legs further.
Sakura's game character died with a pitiful electronic squeal, breaking the spell. She blinked hard a few times, trying to regain her composure as she struggled to stay focused on the screen. Y/N chuckled quietly, pulling the vibrator away.
Rising up from his spot on the floor under the desk, Y/N made sure that he was holding eye contact with Sakura the whole way. Sakura's eyes widened as Y/N made a show of slowly swiping his fingers on the toy before rubbing them together and slowly pulling them apart a slick line of the idols juices were connecting Y/Ns fingers showing her that even though she's against it, her body doesn't lie. Y/N’s fingers were brought to his lips, eye contact still not breaking and in an exaggerated motion he licked her fingers clean. Sakura quickly glanced away, her face burning crimson now, but she couldn't keep her eyes from peeking back at Y/N. A shaky exhale escaped her lips.
Y/N just winked before reaching for a piece of paper that read Level 2 commencing before crawling back to her side of the desk, leaving Sakura even more flustered and distracted, though trying her best to play it cool. Y/N made a mental note - Sakura was even more responsive than expected. This was going to be fun indeed...
The next level involved the G-spot vibrating dildo, escalating the intensity. There was only one small thing blocking his way, deciding to deal with it he wrapped his fingers around her panties before giving it a quick and powerful tug completely ripping them. The sound loud enough to catch Sakura off guard. Shocked, the idol’s hand instinctively reached down, her fingertips brushing her now bare, wet pussy. She inhaled sharply, her body reacting to the sudden exposure, but she didn’t dare glance away from the screen.
Y/N teased her relentlessly, his fingers circling her entrance before finally pushing the toy into her slick cunt. He moved it slowly at first, letting her adjust to the sensation, feeling her muscles tighten around the intrusion. Sakura’s hand gripped her mouse tighter, her knuckles whitening as she fought to keep her composure. She nearly missed a key on her keyboard, her body betraying her as Y/N expertly played with her, pulling the toy out just as she neared the edge of release.
Her breath came in shallow, uneven pants. The subtle strain in her voice didn’t go unnoticed by Y/N, who watched with a smirk, knowing just how close she was to losing control. Yet, he denied her the satisfaction of climax, bringing her to the edge again and again only to retreat, leaving her desperate and aching.
“Fuck,” Sakura muttered under her breath, her voice barely audible as she tried to focus on her stream. Her viewers, blissfully unaware of the torment unfolding beneath her desk, cheered her on in the game, oblivious to the real game being played just out of sight.
Y/N pulled the toy away once more, but this time, Sakura couldn't hold back her frustration. "Ahh, what the fuck" she whispered harshly, trying to control her reaction. She couldn’t look down to see what he was doing, not without giving herself away on camera. She tried to push through the absence, hoping Y/N would relent, but the moment stretched on.
And then, without warning, Y/N switched the vibrations onto its highest setting and plunged it back into her, the thick dildo buried deep inside her clenching cunt, the toy felt around and lived up to its name, pressing on that spot she loved.
"AHHHH!" Sakura’s cry pierced the quiet of the room, her pussy convulsing around the toy as an intense orgasm overtook her. She barely had time to mute her mic, her thighs trembling and squeezing together, her stomach contracting as wave after wave of electric pleasure crashed over her. Her body felt like it was on fire, every nerve ending alight with sensation
Her game character spun wildly on screen, her mouse jerking out of control as her body seized up. Her viewers, concerned but unsuspecting, quickly flooded the chat with messages.
"Are you okay? What happened?" one asked.
"You just screamed like you saw a ghost, lol," commented another, oblivious to the real reason behind her outburst.
Sakura’s cheeks burned with humiliation. They had heard her, but thankfully they couldn’t know the truth—how their sweet, innocent idol was secretly being driven to the brink of madness by her boyfriend under the desk. With a shaky breath, she forced a laugh. "Oh my gosh, I’m so sorry! I thought I saw a bug under the desk," she lied, her voice higher than usual, the embarrassment clear. "You know how I get when it comes to bugs!"
Her viewers, still clueless, accepted the explanation, laughing along with her as they playfully scolded her for getting so worked up over something so trivial. But Sakura’s mind was far from the stream now. The aftershocks of her orgasm still rippled through her, and she bit her lip hard, willing her body to calm down. The irony wasn’t lost on her—here she was, playing the role of their wholesome crush while secretly being ravaged by Y/N just out of sight.
Satisfied for the moment, Y/N leaned in and gave her sensitive pussy a slow, teasing lick, sending another shiver through her body. Her thighs trembled, clenching around his head as his tongue worked its magic. She didn’t want to admit how much she missed this—missed him—but the pleasure coursing through her veins made it impossible to deny. He left a final lingering kiss against her soaked lips before pulling away, leaving her panting and desperate for more.
As Y/N stood, he reached for the final toy in his collection, pulling the rabbit-ear vibrator from his bag. His fingers traced the packaging—Rabbit Ear Toy: Maximum Clitoral Stimulation—and a grin spread across his face. The playful sparkle in his eyes revealed his mischievous intent, recalling how Eunbi had enthusiastically recommended this particular device. With a small chuckle, he knew this would be the perfect grand finale to their secret, unspoken game.
Y/N scribbled a quick note—Level three, good luck—and slid it over to Sakura. Her gaze flicked to him, and their eyes met briefly. A silent exchange of both anticipation and trepidation passed between them. The tension hung thick in the air, a blend of excitement and nerves that only heightened the moment. Sakura’s cheeks flushed as her fingers hovered over the keyboard, pretending to remain focused on the game, but her attention was split, knowing what was coming next.
As Y/N shifted back into his familiar spot under the desk, his breath hitched in anticipation. It had become his little domain, a place where he could send Sakura into oblivion without her viewers being any the wiser. He carefully unwrapped the vibrator—an egg-shaped toy, compact but powerful. The soft, flexible rabbit ears promised an intensity that could tip her over the edge with just the right pressure. His hands, steady and deliberate, moved between her legs, teasing her for a moment. The toy slipped between her folds, refusing to cooperate at first, but Y/N’s persistence paid off. He finally nestled it perfectly in place, the rabbit ears snugly embracing her clit.
For a second, he paused. The anticipation in the room grew thick as Sakura shifted in her chair, her breaths shallow. The tension between them felt electric. Y/N knew what this small delay would do to her—he was prolonging the inevitable, letting her body crave the release that was just out of reach. Then, with a press of the button, the vibrator buzzed to life.
The effect was immediate. A surge of pleasure ripped through Sakura’s body, her muscles tensing as the toy began its relentless rhythm. She bit down hard on her lower lip, trying desperately not to give herself away. The overwhelming sensation sent waves of heat cascading from her core, and her hands trembled as they hovered over her mouse and keyboard, trying to maintain some semblance of control. Her breath came in short, shallow bursts, her body writhing ever so slightly, desperate to remain still for the camera.
Her chat lit up with messages of encouragement. Her viewers had no clue the real battle she was fighting—the one between maintaining her composure and succumbing to the pleasure that was quickly unraveling her. The boss fight on screen grew more intense, each phase of the battle requiring her utmost focus, but her concentration wavered with every flick of the vibrator against her clit. It was nearly impossible to think, let alone execute precise game mechanics, as the rabbit ears worked her over with merciless efficiency.
Sakura whispered to herself, “Y-You’ve got this, Sakura!” Her voice was strained, too high-pitched to mask her struggle, but she plastered on a wide smile for her audience. Her hands shook violently now as they moved across the keyboard, trying to keep up with the rapid pace of the game. Her pulse raced in sync with the toy, the pleasure mounting to unbearable levels.
The boss’s health bar ticked down in sync with her endurance, her every keystroke becoming sloppier, more frantic. As the final blow landed and the boss collapsed in defeat, Sakura could no longer hold back. Her body convulsed as the climax hit her like a tidal wave. A guttural shout escaped her lips as she slammed her hands down on the desk, her voice cracking with a blend of triumph and carnal release.
“YESSSS!!” she screamed, her eyes squeezed shut, chest heaving with the force of the orgasm that ripped through her. Her muscles clenched, and her toes curled as the vibrator continued its assault, drawing out every last ounce of pleasure until she was utterly spent.
Her viewers erupted into cheers, congratulating her on the hard-earned victory. Oblivious to the real reason behind her breathlessness and the flush on her face, they celebrated her skill and persistence. The screen flashed with messages of admiration, and Sakura forced herself to sit up, her body trembling with the aftershocks.
“Whew… that was intense!” she gasped, wiping away the sheen of sweat on her forehead. Her hand reached for her water glass, her fingers still trembling slightly as she took a long, much-needed drink. “Thanks for cheering me on, guys,” she added with a weak laugh, masking the exhaustion coursing through her.
As Sakura leaned back in her chair, Scrolling through other games to hopefully find a good one to end the night, Y/N, who had been patiently watching her recovery, wasn’t quite done yet. A devilish grin played on his lips as he leaned forward, his finger hovering over the vibrator’s controls. Without warning, he cranked the toy up to its highest setting.
The sudden jolt of the vibrator sent Sakura reeling. Her body stiffened, eyes widening in shock as the intensity of the stimulation threatened to unravel her all over again. Her breath hitched in her throat as her muscles tensed, gripping the arms of her chair to ground herself. Y/N’s laughter echoed softly from beneath the desk, watching her fight the new wave of pleasure with a mixture of amusement and satisfaction.
Sakura, the ever-composed streamer, found herself on the precipice of a new kind of experience. The powerful vibrations of the new toy sent shivers through her body, a primal force that ignited a wildfire of anticipation within her. Her body responded with a raw, undeniable intensity, the moisture building until it seeped through her folds, dripping off the chair and leaving a glistening trail on the floor. The sweet scent of candles that once permeated the room was quickly overtaken by the pungent aroma of her arousal, a testament to the burgeoning passion that consumed her.
As the pleasure reached its crescendo, a surge of instinct took over. With lightning-fast reflexes, Sakura muted her microphone and switched off her camera, craving the sanctuary of privacy for the intimate storm that was about to break. The online world faded away, and she surrendered completely to the throes of ecstasy.
The timing was impeccable. As Sakura neared her peak, Y/N, her boyfriend, seized the moment. He seamlessly combined the pleasure of the vibrator with the intimacy of his mouth, diving forward with a ravenous hunger. His tongue explored the depths of her, savoring her taste and fueling the fire that burned within her. Each flick and swirl of his tongue sent shockwaves of ecstasy coursing through her body, pushing her closer and closer to the edge of oblivion.
The combined sensations were too much for her to bear, and with an animalistic moan escaped Sakura's lips, a guttural sound intertwined with a scream that seemed to rise from the very core of her being. "UGH FUCK YEEESSSS Y/N!" Her voice was a raw expression of unrestrained pleasure. She grasped his hair, her body convulsing in a wave of ecstasy. Her legs lifted and wrapped around him pulling his face impossibly close to her core, her muscles contracting and relaxing with each tremor, the old gaming chair squeaking in protest with every movement. Her cheeks flushed a vibrant hue, a visible marker of her heightened state as she rode the wave of her orgasm with unbridled abandon, her breasts heaving with each ragged breath. Sakura climaxed with a force that left her breathless and trembling. Y/N continued his ministrations, prolonging her orgasm until she felt every ounce of pleasure.
For Y/N, the experience was both exhilarating and intensely intimate. He couldn't see anything; his vision was blocked by Sakura's body. Each subtle movement sent shivers down his spine—her soft skin felt warm and alive against him, her thighs encasing his head in a passionate vice that was as constricting as it was pleasurable. it was just the two of them, enveloped in a cocoon of heat and desire.
This was a Sakura he rarely saw, one that lay hidden behind the carefully curated persona of her online streams. In those moments, she had shed the facade of the cheerful, bubbly entertainer and revealed a side of herself that was raw and unfiltered. It was the Sakura from before her streaming career, the girl who had always been playful and spontaneous, exuding an authentic vulnerability that left him breathless. Her laughter echoed in the confines of his mind as he realized how seldom he’d had the chance to witness this intimate version of her.
The chaos of streaming and the demands of her audience faded into the background, replaced by a potent chemistry that crackled between them. His own heart hammered against his ribs, a frantic drum echoing the urgency of the moment, while his breath hitched at the raw display of passion and surrender before him. Every heartbeat was a reminder of how deeply and irrevocably he craved this connection.
This moment carved a permanent mark on him, etching itself into his memory like a secret tattoo. It was a reminder of the beautiful, complex dynamics that fueled their relationship—beyond the streaming lights and scripted interactions lay a blend of affection, longing, and a hint of danger. Their souls intertwined in this rare instance, revealing as much about their hearts as it did about their desires. The very essence of their bond lay anchored in these fleeting but fervent exchanges, making each encounter a treasure and a risk he was willing to embrace.
Sakura's breath came in ragged gasps as she slowly released her hold on Y/N, her legs trembling, weak from the intense stimulation. The room seemed to amplify all her senses, the cooling sensation of sweat mingling with her skin a stark contrast to the recent heat. Her legs, barely able to support her, struggled to find their footing as she fought to regain her composure. The assistant to her pleasure, the formidable toy that had helped push her to the edge of chaotic bliss, lay on the floor, a glistening reminder of the storm that had just passed. Its surface, coated in her essence, served as a tangible testament to her unleashed passion.
Realizing that her momentary loss of control had severed her connection with her viewers, Sakura quickly attempted to regain her composure. Her cheeks flush with a mix of embarrassment and vulnerability. But before she could complete the act of resuming, Y/N’s steady hand came to rest against her thigh, gently halting her fidgeting. Kneeling between her legs, his tall frame allowing him to almost come face to face with her, their eyes meeting in a moment that felt both electric and profoundly intimate.
Sakura's mind swirled with a haze of emotions, a flicker of melancholy washing over her like a soft tide. She missed these moments—the brief interludes where they could shed their roles and embrace a deeper connection, where laughter and genuine emotion melded seamlessly into something more. Each stolen glance, every shared laugh had been a thread weaving them closer, and yet, amidst the chaos of their lives, she felt those threads fraying, slipping through her fingers like grains of sand.
In that heavy silence, Y/N reached for her, his fingers warm as they gently cupped the back of her head. There was no need for words; his eyes spoke volumes, conveying understanding and longing in a single gaze. Then, with a tenderness that sent shivers down her spine, he leaned in and sealed their lips together in a passionate kiss. The flavors of her arousal mingled with saliva—a delicious, intoxicating symphony that danced on their tongues, each movement igniting a fire deep within her core.
Sakura was momentarily consumed by the warmth of his embrace, every worry dissolving into the sweet elixir of their connection. But as the kiss lingered, her heart raced at the thought of what lay beyond this moment. Still lost in the afterglow, Sakura whimpered softly when Y/N finally pulled away, his lips brushing against hers gently as they parted. His gaze held her captive, a silent promise lingering in the space between them, but it only deepened her desire, leaving her craving more.
This was the testament to their bond—a connection that blossomed amidst the chaos of her storm, a lingering whisper of hope amid uncertainty. She knew she couldn’t let this slip through her fingers again, not when they had ventured into a territory that felt so beautifully raw and undeniably real.
But as the seasoned entertainer she was, she corrected her streaming gadget, turning her webcam back on and adjusting her microphone. Her face, still flushed from her recent exertion and her lips swollen, was now contorted into an apologetic smile as she addressed her audience, hiding the true reason behind her sudden departure by blaming it on unpredictable internet issues.
"Sorry about that, guys," she panted, her voice slightly uneven with the remnants of her peak. "We had a little technical glitch," she continued, her eyes sparkling with a mischievous hint that was not quite caught by her virtual audience.
The chat, a flurry of messages, was filled with questions and mild irritation. Her viewers were curious, their previous excitement now shifted to suspicion and a growing sense of doubt . They wondered what had caused such a sudden disruption. Yet, despite their curiosity, they respected her privacy, unwilling to push for explanations that she was not willing to give until she was ready. In their minds, the truth of her interruptions could often be their most decadent fantasies, creating an air of mystique and allure around her that kept them coming back for more. Sakura, a master of her craft, knew how to keep her audience hooked, turning even a glitch into a potential performance enhancement, as her viewers' imaginations filled in the blanks left by their sudden disconnection.
Y/N, with an air of mystery swirling about him, gracefully emerged from under the desk, his presence suddenly filling the room with an electric energy. As if appearing from the shadows, he moved with a fluidity that captivated Sakura, drawing her gaze irresistibly. From his vantage point behind the monitor, Y/N's eyes met Sakura's, a hint of mischief dancing in their depths.
His movements were deliberate, with a rhythm that matched the beating of Sakura's heart, as if he were conducting an intimate dance where only the two of them could hear the music. The fact that he planned this whole thing gave Sakura a warm feeling. The remnants of their shared passion became a declaration of love, a promise of intimacy, and a reaffirmation of their bond.
Satisfied with his thorough work, Y/N offered Sakura a look, his eyes darting back and forth from Sakura and a bag that was placed just to the side. A secretive smile playing upon his lips. It was a silent challenge, an invitation for Sakura to join him in their next adventure. Turning away, he walked calmly towards the bedroom.
As he cleaned the toys and meticulously arranged them in their new resting place, the nightstand, Y/N took the time to appreciate the small details of their shared space. The nightstand, once merely a piece of furniture with no purpose, now held a whole new meaning, a symbol of their intimate connection.
Sakura remained seated, her breath catching in her throat as Y/N disappeared into the shadows of the bedroom. The atmosphere lingered with a charged energy, the room still humming from the intensity of their shared moment. Sakura’s mind raced, replaying the image of Y/N’s mischievous smile, his teasing, deliberate movements, and the unspoken promise that hung in the air like a secret waiting to be unraveled.
For a moment, Sakura sat frozen, the temptation pulling her forward. She felt a surge of warmth radiate through her, a tug towards the bedroom where Y/N awaited, his presence as enticing as ever. The weight of their connection, unspoken but deeply understood, anchored her as she ended the stream and rose from her seat.
Sakura’s eyes fell to the bag on the floor, under the coffee table, its presence both familiar and intriguing. She had seen Y/n walk in with it earlier but hadn’t given it much thought in the midst of her stream. Now, as the evening light dimmed into twilight and the apartment grew quieter, curiosity took over. Slowly, she bent down, her fingers brushing against the soft fabric of the bag as she picked it up. It was a simple gesture, yet it sent a ripple of anticipation through her.
Peeling back the wrapping, her breath caught when her eyes landed on the contents. A stunning set of lingerie lay folded neatly inside, the color immediately striking her—her favorite color. The rich, silky fabric shimmered slightly in the low light, delicate lace tracing intricate patterns along its edges. She lifted it out of the bag, feeling the cool smoothness of the material slip between her fingers. The fabric felt luxurious, softer than she imagined, and as she held it up, a smile tugged at the corners of her lips.
Y/N had remembered.
In the whirlwind of their lives, it wasn’t often that someone paid attention to the small details, but Y/N always had a way of doing just that. Not just any lingerie, but a set that spoke to her tastes, a color that made her feel powerful, beautiful, sexy. The care and thoughtfulness behind it warmed her from the inside, the kind of warmth that settled deep, in the quiet places of the heart.
Sakura didn't waste time, a surge of excitement bubbling up inside her. Without even heading to the bathroom, she began to undress right there in the middle of the living room. Her body was sore, every muscle aching from the games “levels”, but the thrill of the moment outweighed the discomfort. She moved slowly, peeling away the layers of her clothing, and as each piece fell to the floor, she felt lighter. Her breath hitched when the cool air of the room brushed against her bare skin.
Pulling the lingerie up over her legs, she marveled at how perfectly it fit, as if it had been crafted just for her. The lace clung to her curves in all the right places, accentuating her figure in a way that made her feel both strong and undeniably feminine. She caught a glimpse of herself in the nearby mirror and paused for a moment. The reflection staring back at her was striking—she looked lovely and powerful. The fatigue that had settled into her bones seemed to dissipate, replaced by an invigorating energy, one that thrummed beneath her skin like a quiet storm ready to break.
Her gaze shifted from the mirror to the slightly ajar bedroom door, and that’s when she felt it. The pull. It was almost magnetic, an invisible force drawing her toward Y/N. There had always been something between them ever since they met, something more than words or physical attraction. It was an unspoken connection, a shared intimacy that went beyond the surface of things. Y/N had a way of turning even the smallest gestures into something profound. A simple gift of lingerie wasn’t just a gift; it was a conversation, an invitation, a reminder of the bond they shared.
Sakura’s heart raced as she stood at the threshold of the bedroom, her hand resting lightly on the doorframe. From where she stood, she could see Y/N’s silhouette bathed in the soft, golden glow of the bedside lamp. The room itself was dim, quiet, filled with the gentle hum of the night outside. Y/N sat on the edge of the bed, his posture relaxed but his eyes sharp, focused. There was a look in his gaze—one that she knew well. Mischief, affection, desire, all wrapped into one.
Her breath caught again, but this time it wasn’t the cold air or the tightness of the lingerie. It was the way Y/N looked at her. As if she were the only thing in the world that mattered in that moment. As if the night was theirs and theirs alone.
Without breaking eye contact, Sakura stepped inside the room, her bare feet soundless against the wooden floor. The door clicked shut behind her, the soft sound echoing in the quiet. It was as if the outside world ceased to exist, leaving only the two of them in the cocoon of their own making. The air between them was thick with anticipation, with the unspoken promise of what was to come.
Y/N didn’t move, didn’t say a word. His gaze traveled over her slowly, taking in the sight of her standing before him in the delicate lace and silk he had chosen. The corner of his mouth lifted in a small, appreciative smile, but there was something deeper in his eyes—a smoldering intensity that made her heart skip a beat.
She moved closer, the space between them shrinking with every step. Her own breathing had become shallow, her pulse quickening in response to the heat building between them. It wasn’t just about the physical desire; it was the emotional weight of everything they had shared, everything they had been through together, all condensed into this one, intimate moment.
Sakura reached the edge of the bed, standing just before him, her body illuminated by the soft, golden light. Y/N reached out, his hand gently grazing her thigh, his fingers brushing over the delicate lace. His touch was light, teasing, sending a shiver up her spine. She closed her eyes for a moment, savoring the sensation, the feeling of his skin against hers.
He had given her so much today, endless pleasures each one more intense than the last. But now, as she stood before him, she knew the time had come, it was his turn. She smiled, slow and teasing, as her fingers toyed with the straps of the lingerie. She leaned in, her lips brushing against his ear, her voice a soft whisper filled with promise.
"You’ve given me so many gifts today baby. Now it’s your turn to unwrap your present."
She gave him multiple kisses from his neck to his cheek, ending with a needy one on his lips.
“Since you're so into games, let's play one right now,” her words mimicking those that started this whole thing.
The night had just begun, filled with endless possibilities Sakura's situation mirrored her favorite games. She had failed multiple times but knew that this was a fresh start, an extra life, With a smile she positioned herself face to face with his crotch and pulled down Y/N's pants exposing his member, she gave the tip a quick kiss and lick, before reminding him that singing was not the only thing her mouth was used for.
Miyawaki Sakura was back on level one.
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⋆⁺₊⋆ ☾ Frigid Waters | Mattheo Riddle ☾⋆⁺₊⋆



Pairing: Mattheo Riddle x Fem! Reader
Warnings: characters are 18+, not canon, anger
Summary: Angst, Fluff | Through jealousy and regret, Mattheo finds redemption in an unexpected embrace.
Word count: 10262- needs adjusting
Mattheo Riddle and you had always shared a relationship that teetered on the edge of something that felt almost volatile. From the very beginning, something about him managed to set you off, and it seemed that every interaction you shared was a battle of wit, will, or pride. Your mutual friends were well accustomed to the tension that clouded the room whenever you were both present, a strain that had grown from minor annoyances to full-blown arguments over the years.
Yet, despite all the friction, Mattheo had always been there. He was sharp, observant, and insufferably bold, a combination that left you equally irked and intrigued. But of all the things Mattheo was, critical seemed to be his favourite when it came to you. He had an uncanny ability to notice things most people missed—especially when it came to the people you chose to surround yourself with.
One of the most explosive arguments between the two of you had taken place a month ago, over something as mundane as a date you’d gone on with a boy from Hufflepuff. You’d met him in Charms class, and although he wasn’t particularly flashy or bold, he’d been sweet, the kind of person who made you laugh without trying too hard. You’d looked forward to the evening, finding the simplicity of his company refreshing compared to the guarded, often intense personalities of your Slytherin circle. After the date, you’d returned to the Slytherin common room, feeling lighthearted and content.
But Mattheo had been waiting, sprawled casually on the common room couch with a book in his lap, his gaze fixed on you the moment you stepped through the door. His expression had darkened instantly, and before you’d even had a chance to process it, he’d spoken up, his voice cold and heavy with disdain.
“Really, Y/N?” he’d drawled, not bothering to mask the bitterness. “Him?”
Confusion furrowed your brow. “Excuse me?”
He’d sat up, his dark gaze sharp and accusatory, as if your mere presence was an affront. “That Hufflepuff boy.” he’d said, smirking slightly, though it lacked its usual charm. “I can’t believe you’d waste your time with someone so… bland.”
For a moment, you’d been stunned, caught between surprise and irritation. “Since when do you get a say in who I spend my time with, Mattheo?”
He’d shrugged, a casual, infuriating gesture that only added fuel to your frustration. “I don’t. I’m just saying it’s pathetic. You, out there with someone who doesn’t even know half of what you’re worth. Not to mention…” he trailed off, scoffing, “his personality is as thrilling as a leaking cauldron.”
The condescension in his tone had hit a nerve, and you’d felt a surge of anger you couldn’t quite suppress. “Unbelievable.” you muttered, more to yourself than to him, though your voice rose in volume. “Who I choose to spend time with is none of your business. Maybe I actually like spending time with people who don’t spend every moment judging me.”
He’d let out a dark laugh, low and mocking, and it echoed in the common room, reminding you of just how alone you were in that moment, facing off against him. “Is that what you call it?” he asked, his words like a challenge. “Enjoying time with boys who don’t even see you? You think that’s the kind of attention you deserve?”
The comment cut deep, and you could feel your frustration bubble over, mingling with a hurt you tried to mask. “At least he doesn’t spend his days acting like he owns everyone around him.” you shot back, voice shaking with the effort to keep it steady. “You think you can just say whatever you want and get away with it? Newsflash, Mattheo—you don’t own me, and you sure as hell don’t get to decide who’s worth my time.”
His smirk faltered, his eyes narrowing with something unreadable, and for a brief moment, you thought he might back down. But he’d held his ground, his gaze flickering with a hint of something darker.
“Fine.” he muttered, crossing his arms as he leaned against the couch, his voice quieter but no less intense. “Go ahead. Waste your time with boys who don’t care enough to look deeper. But don’t come crying to me when you realize what you’re missing.”
The argument had ended there, with one of your friends stepping in to mediate, and you’d walked away, fuming and hurt, questioning why his opinion mattered to you at all. But the resentment had lingered, sinking into the very fabric of your interactions with Mattheo. Every conversation, every glance, and every comment held an edge, a simmering tension that had only grown since that argument. It felt as though an invisible wall had been built between the two of you, brick by bitter brick, and neither of you was willing to dismantle it. Each time you found yourself in the same room, you could feel the air grow thick, every word exchanged like a match threatening to ignite the powder keg of emotions that seemed to follow you both.
You were tired of it—tired of the constant back-and-forth, the pointed comments, and the way he always found a way to inject himself into your life. You couldn't understand why he cared so much, why he seemed so invested in your choices, especially when his words were rarely anything but critical. More than anything, you were tired of his scrutiny, the way he seemed to hover, watching and waiting, like he was constantly assessing your every move, every interaction. It was maddening.
In moments of quiet, when you could think clearly, you almost laughed at the absurdity of it all. You’d never asked for his opinions or his presence in your life, and yet he was always there, inserting himself uninvited, and treating each of your decisions with a disdain that felt far too personal. Whatever his reasons, you didn’t care anymore. You were done with him.
And yet, for the sake of your friends—the people who were as much a part of your life as the air you breathed—you tolerated his presence. You gritted your teeth through his criticisms, bit back your responses to his sarcastic remarks, and did your best to act as though he was nothing more than a nuisance in the background. It was exhausting, forcing yourself to stay civil when all you wanted was to tell him exactly where he could shove his opinions. You could barely stand being around him, yet every shared friend outing, every party, and every late-night study session in the common room meant enduring his presence.
There were times when your friends would exchange wary glances, sensing the tension between you and Mattheo, and you could tell they were hesitant to take sides. They’d become skilled at diverting conversations before they could escalate, quick to step in whenever your arguments grew too heated. Even Draco, who usually enjoyed a good spectacle, seemed to tread carefully whenever you and Mattheo began to clash. But despite your friends’ best efforts, the strain was there, undeniable and ever-present, a weight that neither you nor Mattheo seemed willing to ease.
Every time you saw him, the resentment flared anew. You’d see that familiar smirk, that cocky glint in his eye, and it would all come rushing back—the anger, the frustration, the complete exasperation of dealing with someone who seemed determined to get under your skin. You found yourself questioning whether he even cared about anyone other than himself, if he found amusement in your reactions, in the little fires he set just to watch them burn.
And yet, there was a small, infuriating part of you that wondered if his interference wasn’t just born of spite. You pushed the thought aside each time it arose, telling yourself you were done wasting energy on him. But even as you tried to ignore him, as you tried to dismiss the meaning behind his constant criticism, he was always there, pushing boundaries you didn’t even know existed.
That night by the lake, though, had finally pushed things too far.
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The chill of winter had fully settled over Hogwarts, frosting the castle grounds with a glistening layer of snow and ice. It was nearly Christmas, and excitement for the holidays was palpable, building up to the night’s event: an all-house winter party, held just before everyone would leave for the break.
The professors and students had transformed the gardens into a dazzling winter wonderland. Evergreen garlands and enchanted holly bushes lined the pathways, their leaves glistening with a delicate layer of snow, while enchanted fairy lights sparkled from tree branches like clusters of stars, casting a soft, magical glow over the gathering. Giant wreaths with shimmering silver and gold accents hung at intervals, each adorned with deep red ribbons that fluttered in the crisp evening breeze.
To ward off the cold, tall iron torches were scattered throughout the gardens, their warm flames flickering and casting inviting glows across the snow-covered ground. The flames danced in shades of orange and gold, wrapping the chilly air in a cosy warmth that lured people to linger and chat.
Tables were set up with steaming drinks, both alcoholic and non, ready to warm the hands and spirits of the guests. There were enchanted goblets filled with mulled mead, spiced cider, and warm butterbeer, each drink casting a sweet aroma into the air. For those wanting to stay sober, there were mugs of hot cocoa with floating marshmallows that danced like tiny clouds, as well as steaming herbal teas enchanted to change colours with each sip.
You’d dressed carefully for the night. Under the glow of the torches, your outfit was striking against the wintery landscape. A fitted black dress hugged your figure, reaching down just above your ankles with a modest side slit. The high neckline and long sleeves gave it a touch of elegance while offering some warmth against the cold. Over it, you’d layered a thick, cropped black jacket, plush and luxurious, the hood large enough to shield your face from the breeze. The jacket’s soft, rich texture contrasted with the smooth fabric of your dress, creating a look that was both stylish and cosy.
On your feet were short black winter boots—simple, soft, and insulated to keep out the biting cold of the snowy ground. They grounded your look with a casual touch, perfect for wandering through the winter gardens while still keeping your toes warm.
You sipped on a cup of warm mulled mead, the sweet, spiced flavour settling pleasantly in your stomach, allowing you a moment to simply enjoy the festive air around you. Snowflakes drifted gently from the sky, and laughter and chatter filled the air as students huddled in groups, swapping stories and celebrating the season.
It should have been the perfect night.The fire crackled warmly in the nearest torch as you stood with Draco, Blaise, Pansy, Theo, and Daphne, exchanging stories and laughing as you all nursed your warm drinks. The group was relaxed, leaning into the cheer of the season as the chill of winter nipped at your faces, kept at bay by the heat of the torches and the laughter that filled the air.
Draco had just finished recounting an exaggerated tale of a recent Quidditch practice, his voice taking on a dramatic edge that drew a laugh from Pansy, who shook her head and rolled her eyes. Blaise chuckled, tipping his glass to Draco in mock admiration. “I’m not sure that story would hold up in court, Malfoy.” he teased, grinning.
“Of course it would.” Draco scoffed, feigning indignation. “If anyone else had been there, they’d tell it the same way.” His gaze swept around the circle, daring someone to challenge him.
Daphne smirked, giving Draco a knowing look. “I was there, remember? You barely dodged the Bludger.” she quipped. “And I believe you squealed.”
The group erupted in laughter, and even you couldn’t help but chuckle, taking a sip of your mead as the warmth from the drink spread through you. It was moments like this that made you forget about everything else—the tension, the drama, and even certain people.
Yet, despite the relaxed atmosphere, there was one member of your group who didn’t join in on the laughter. Mattheo was standing off to the side, nursing his drink in silence, though his gaze occasionally flicked toward the conversation, intently listening to every word exchanged. His expression was unreadable, his jaw set as he raised his glass to his lips, eyes lingering on you each time you laughed or smiled.
You tried to ignore the slight discomfort his gaze brought, though it was difficult to fully enjoy yourself under his intense scrutiny. Every time you made a joke or responded to one of your friends, you could feel his eyes on you, watching, observing. It was as though he was silently taking note of every word you said, every interaction you had with the others.
Pansy nudged you with her elbow, a smirk on her lips. “You must be cold, Y/N. You’ve been huddled by the torch all night.” she teased, raising an eyebrow. “Or maybe you’re just trying to hog all the warmth?”
You laughed, shaking your head. “Can you blame me?” you replied, pulling your jacket tighter around you. “I’m just trying not to freeze.”
Theo chuckled, reaching over to ruffle your hair. “It’s a good look on you—frozen chic.” he joked, earning a playful swat from you as the group laughed again.
Mattheo’s eyes narrowed slightly at the playful touch, his fingers tightening on his glass. Though he remained silent, the tension radiated from him like a second winter chill, barely hidden under his relaxed posture. The others didn’t seem to notice, caught up in the conversation, but you felt it keenly, an invisible string pulling tighter with each passing second.
Despite his silence, you knew Mattheo’s attention was focused entirely on you, every bit as intense as if he were speaking aloud. It was as though he was waiting for something, watching you with that familiar, infuriating mix of disapproval and something else you couldn’t quite place. You tried to brush it off, to stay in the warmth and cheer of the conversation, but his presence lingered in your mind, a shadow that refused to be ignored.
As the laughter in your group faded, a new voice cut through the conversation. You turned to see a boy from Ravenclaw—Ethan, a friend of yours from Charms—grinning as he approached, hands tucked into the pockets of his coat. He was tall and easygoing, with a quiet confidence that made him likeable, the kind of person who could effortlessly strike up a conversation. You’d been chatting with him on and off over the past month, enjoying the calm normalcy he brought compared to the relentless drama that seemed to follow your Slytherin circle.
“Mind if I steal Y/N for a bit?” Ethan asked, directing his question at the group but his gaze settled on you with a friendly warmth. The others exchanged glances, but no one objected, and you flashed your friends a quick smile before allowing Ethan to gently pull you away from them.
As the two of you wandered toward the lake, the cold seemed sharper away from the warmth of the torches. Snow crunched beneath your boots as you followed the winding path, laughing at something Ethan said as he kept the conversation light and easy, a welcome distraction from the evening’s underlying tensions.
Behind you, however, things were far from calm.
Mattheo watched you go, his gaze darkening with each step you took alongside Ethan. He took a long, slow drink from his glass, his jaw tight, every nerve in his body tense. As you moved farther away, something in him snapped. His hand clenched around his glass, his usual quiet intensity boiling over into something dangerously close to rage.
“Mate, calm down.” Draco murmured, noticing the shift in Mattheo’s demeanour. He reached out to put a hand on his shoulder, but Mattheo shrugged him off, his expression twisting into something fierce and unrestrained.
“Did you see that?” Mattheo’s voice was rough, almost a growl. “She just… left with him.”
Blaise raised an eyebrow, exchanging a wary glance with Pansy, who looked equally concerned. “She’s just talking to him, Riddle. It’s not the end of the world.”
But Mattheo’s eyes were fixed on you and Ethan, his face contorted with an emotion that seemed to go beyond anger. It was possessive, a raw jealousy that pulsed through him with every breath. He could feel the alcohol heightening every sensation, every twisted thought, and in his drunken state, he found himself unable to control the wave of emotion that crashed over him.
Pansy stepped in, her voice calm but firm. “Mattheo, you’re overreacting. She’s allowed to have friends, you know.”
But her words only seemed to make him angrier. He glared at her, his fists clenched. “Friends? He’s been sniffing around her for weeks. And now he’s taking her out to the lake?” His voice was thick with bitterness, his eyes narrowing as he watched you disappear further into the distance with Ethan.
Theo placed a hand on Mattheo’s arm, trying to pull him back. “Look, you’re drunk, and you’re not thinking clearly. Don’t do anything you’ll regret.”
Mattheo’s eyes flicked to Theo, his voice filled with venom. “Regret? The only thing I’ll regret is standing here while he gets to play the gentleman.”
Despite their best efforts, Draco, Pansy, Blaise, and Theo found themselves helpless to stop him. With a final, determined glance at the group, Mattheo shook them off and stormed toward the lake, his pace quick and purposeful, his eyes blazing with fury.
They exchanged uneasy glances, understanding that nothing good could come from this. Daphne sighed, folding her arms as she watched him go. “This is going to end badly.” she muttered, worry etched across her face.
Draco ran a hand through his hair, exasperated. “Well, let’s just hope he doesn’t do anything too stupid.”
But even as they watched him disappear into the darkness, they all had the sinking feeling that Mattheo’s jealousy had finally crossed a line—and that whatever happened next would be impossible to undo.
Mattheo reached the edge of the lake, hidden just out of sight among the trees. His breath was shallow, each exhale mingling with the cold night air in faint clouds of mist, but he barely noticed. His eyes were fixed on you and the Ravenclaw boy, his vision tunnelling in as he took in the scene.
You were standing close to the Ravenclaw, your breath fogging the air as you laughed softly at something he’d said. The sound of your laughter, so genuine and relaxed, hit Mattheo like a slap in the face. He felt the jealousy simmering in his chest twist and morph into something darker, more raw. He was close enough to catch snippets of your conversation, each word feeling like a fresh wound.
Ethan leaned in, his voice low and playful. “I can’t wait to see you after Christmas. Maybe I’ll even get to see the whole package this time.” His tone was teasing, the kind of flirtation that felt comfortable and familiar, yet full of suggestion.
You rolled your eyes, but a small smile played at the corners of your lips. “Oh, is that right?” you replied, your voice equally teasing.
Ethan’s hand reached out, gently taking yours, and Mattheo’s fists clenched, his nails biting into his palms. He watched, barely breathing, as Ethan lifted your hand to his lips, pressing a soft kiss to your knuckles, lingering just long enough to leave no doubt about his intentions.
And that was it.
The last threads of control snapped within Mattheo. His vision went red, his mind clouded by a rage so fierce he couldn’t see past it. Every fibre of his being screamed that this was wrong, that no one else had the right to touch you, to make you laugh like that. To him, this wasn’t just jealousy; it was betrayal, a bitter confirmation of his worst fears. Without a second thought, he stormed forward, his footsteps heavy, crunching over the snow-laden ground as he closed the distance between himself and the two of you.
Your laughter died as soon as you heard him approaching. You turned, eyes widening in surprise, and saw Mattheo stalking toward you, his face twisted in fury, every line of his body tense and seething. Ethan quickly dropped your hand, glancing between you and Mattheo with a mixture of confusion and mild apprehension.
“What the hell do you think you’re doing?” Mattheo’s voice was a low, dangerous growl, his eyes fixed on Ethan like he was a mere insect to be crushed.
Ethan straightened, clearly taken aback but trying to hold his ground. “We’re just talking, Riddle?” he said evenly, though his voice held a slight edge.
Mattheo took another step forward, his fists clenched at his sides. “Talking?” He laughed, though it was a dark, humourless sound. “Looked a lot more than just talking to me.”
You stepped between them, your expression both confused and frustrated. “Mattheo, what’s your problem? We’re just having a conversation.”
His gaze shifted to you, and the intensity of it was enough to make you take a small step back. “A conversation? He’s been hanging around you for weeks, trying to get close, and now he’s…” Mattheo’s voice trailed off, his eyes narrowing. “I don’t think so.”
Ethan huffed, glancing at you, as if silently asking if Mattheo was serious. “Mate, you don’t own her.” he said, his tone turning defiant. “Y/N can make her own choices.”
At that, Mattheo’s control snapped entirely. He reached out, grabbing Ethan by the front of his coat, his knuckles white with tension. “You think you can just put your hands on her like that?” he snarled, his voice shaking with barely-contained fury.
“Mattheo, stop it!” you shouted, your voice sharp with both anger and fear. You reached out, grabbing his arm to try to pull him back, but he barely seemed to register your touch.
Ethan managed to push Mattheo off, stumbling back a few steps, his expression turning to one of frustration. “This is insane. Y/N, I’ll see you later.” He shot Mattheo a disgusted look before turning on his heel and walking away, disappearing into the darkness.
As soon as Ethan disappeared into the shadows, Mattheo whipped around to face you, his chest heaving with the barely controlled fury that flickered in his eyes. The intensity of his gaze was like a storm brewing, wild and unrestrained, and you felt your own anger rise to meet it, every nerve in your body taut with indignation.
“What the hell is wrong with you?” you demanded, your voice cracking with a mixture of disbelief and rage. Your fists clenched at your sides, barely able to contain the fury building inside. “You had no right to do that!”
Mattheo scoffed, a bitter, scornful sound as he crossed his arms, his eyes narrowing into a glare that cut through the cold night air. “No right?” he echoed, his voice laced with venom. “He was practically drooling over you, Y/N. And you were just standing there, letting him.”
Your anger flared white-hot, each word he threw at you only stoking the fire within. “So what if I was?” you shot back, your voice sharp as glass. “I can talk to whoever I want, Mattheo. You don’t get to decide that for me!”
He stepped closer, his face only inches from yours, his voice dropping into a low, dangerous whisper that sent a shiver down your spine. “You really think he cares about you?” His tone was laced with a cruel edge, his words hitting like daggers. “He’s just another fool trying to get close because he thinks you’re easy.”
The insult was like a slap across the face, and you felt a surge of hurt and fury twist inside you, your vision blurring with the intensity of it. “How dare you?” you spat, your voice trembling with rage as you began moving towards him, attempting to remove yourself from the situation. “You have no idea what you’re talking about!”
But Mattheo barely registered your intentions, his drunken anger blinding him to your actions. Instead, he pushed you hard, his hand colliding with your shoulder with more force than he realised. The ground beneath you was slick with ice, and your footing slipped, your balance vanishing as you stumbled backward.
It happened in an instant—a heartbeat, a single, breathless moment where the world seemed to tilt. You felt yourself falling, your heart lurching in your chest as the lake loomed closer, and then, in a flash, the freezing water swallowed you whole.
The shock of the cold was like knives piercing every inch of your skin, stealing the air from your lungs in a harsh, unforgiving grip. The icy darkness closed in around you, pressing in from all sides as you sank below the surface, your body seizing in panic as the freezing water pulled you deeper. Every inch of you was numb, the biting cold sinking into your bones as your mind reeled, frantic and disoriented.
But you weren’t about to stay in the lake a second longer than necessary. Desperately, you forced yourself to kick, pushing toward the surface, your arms clawing against the freezing water as you fought to break free. The cold clung to you, slowing your movements and making each breath feel laboured, but sheer willpower drove you upward. Your head broke through the surface, and you gasped for air, the icy sting of the wind hitting you like another wave of shock.
With trembling limbs, you pushed yourself toward the shore, your movements clumsy and desperate. Your fingers reached for the slippery rocks along the edge, but the icy coating made it impossible to get a firm hold. You slipped, the slickness of the rocks pulling you back toward the water’s edge. Panic surged through you again, but you gritted your teeth, fighting against the cold and the fear as you scrambled forward, slipping and stumbling with every movement.
Through your water-blurred vision, you caught sight of Mattheo standing on the shore, arms crossed, watching you with an unreadable expression. He didn’t look panicked; in fact, he seemed disturbingly calm, his face set with a strange intensity as he observed your struggle. His posture was rigid, unmoving, as if he was rooted to the spot, his eyes fixed on you, every step you took seeming to hold his full attention.
You hauled yourself forward, every inch of your body aching with the effort, until you finally reached the bank. The moment your hands touched solid ground, you pushed yourself up, crawling onto the frosty grass, your breaths coming in ragged, desperate gasps. Your fingers and toes felt numb, your soaked clothes clinging to you, cold and heavy. You didn’t even have the strength to stand yet; instead, you knelt there, shivering violently as the cold seeped deeper into you.
Still, Mattheo didn’t move. He just watched you, his gaze unwavering, his face shadowed and hard, as if this was some sort of lesson he was waiting for you to learn.
Anger flared within you, cutting through the numbing cold, and you forced yourself up, stumbling as you took a shaky step toward him. “What… is wrong with you?” you choked out, your voice thick with rage and exhaustion. You could barely form the words through your shivering, but the fire in your eyes was clear. “Are you… insane?”
He tilted his head, his gaze steady, unbothered. “You’re the one who keeps making reckless choices.” he replied coolly, his voice calm, unfeeling, as if he wasn’t the reason you’d just plunged into the freezing lake.
The sheer indifference in his tone sent a fresh wave of anger crashing over you, and you staggered forward, your teeth chattering as you forced yourself to meet his gaze. “You pushed me in.” you hissed, your words trembling as much as your body. “And you just stood there… watching.”
He shrugged, his eyes flashing with something unreadable. “You got out, didn’t you?”
The casualness of his response stunned you into silence. He seemed unaffected, almost as if the entire situation was nothing more than an inconvenience. But as he looked at you, his expression softened—just barely, a flicker of something that vanished as quickly as it appeared.
You wrapped your arms around yourself, feeling the weight of his gaze, anger and hurt warring within you. It was like you were seeing him for the first time, the dark, cold part of him that lurked beneath his usual intensity. The silence stretched between you, brittle and bitter, before he finally took a step closer, his voice dropping low.
“You were with him.” he muttered, as if that was supposed to explain everything.
Your eyes narrowed, a mixture of disbelief and fury in your voice. “So that justifies this?” you spat, gesturing to your soaked, shivering form. “You’re a coward, Mattheo. You don’t get to act like you care and then do… this.”
He clenched his jaw, but for the first time, his steady gaze wavered, a flicker of something almost like regret crossing his face. He didn’t respond, simply standing there as you took a shaky breath, your body trembling from the cold and anger alike.
Without another word, you turned on your heel, forcing yourself to walk away from him, each step an agonising struggle as the cold cut through your soaked clothes, leaving you shivering violently. Every muscle in your body ached from the freezing lake, and you could barely catch your breath, but you refused to let him see you stumble. Your anger was the only thing keeping you upright, fueling your determination to put as much distance as possible between you and the boy who had caused this.
As you pushed yourself forward, Mattheo stood frozen, watching your retreating figure with a dawning sense of regret and confusion. The gravity of what he’d done settled over him like a weight, each step you took away from him sinking the realisation deeper into his chest. He’d let his anger, his jealousy, get the better of him, and now he was left in the wake of his own reckless actions, unsure how to fix the mess he’d made.
But as he saw you growing smaller, disappearing into the shadows toward the castle, something snapped inside him. Panic flared in his chest, and without thinking, he rushed after you, his heart pounding as he stumbled forward, his voice hoarse and desperate. “Y/N, wait! I’m sorry!” he called, his words cutting through the quiet of the night.
You ignored him, your jaw clenched as you quickened your pace, not sparing him a single glance. All you could think about was getting inside, getting warm, and getting as far away from him as possible. You could hear his footsteps pounding behind you, his voice echoing as he continued to call out.
“Y/N, please—stop! I didn’t mean to—” His voice cracked, filled with an edge of desperation, but you didn’t care. You felt nothing but fury, the cold seeping into your bones and mingling with the anger boiling in your veins.
As you neared the garden, you could see the party still in full swing, warm lights and laughter filling the air. The students around the torches were unaware of the storm that had erupted by the lake, oblivious to the anger and hurt that now trailed behind you like a shadow.
You pushed through the edge of the gathering, your soaked clothes clinging to you, your hair dripping, your teeth chattering as the freezing cold seeped into every part of you. Conversation ceased abruptly as heads turned in your direction. Draco, Pansy, Theo, Blaise, and Daphne all looked up, their expressions shifting from casual interest to wide-eyed shock as they took in the state you were in. Their gazes flickered from you to Mattheo, who was only a few steps behind, his face stricken with a mixture of panic and regret.
“Y/N!” Pansy’s voice was the first to break the silence, her tone laced with concern as she took a hesitant step forward, but you didn’t stop. You pushed past them all, barely registering their looks of confusion and worry. Your only thought was to get to the Slytherin dormitory, to get somewhere warm where you could be alone, away from the prying eyes and judgmental stares.
“Y/N, please!” Mattheo’s voice grew more frantic as he called after you, his footsteps quickening as he tried to keep up. “Just… just let me explain! I didn’t mean for this to happen!”
You whirled around for a brief moment, your voice laced with fury as you yelled back, “Get lost, Mattheo!” The words echoed in the garden, slicing through the stunned silence that had settled over the party. Your friends watched, unable to mask their surprise as you turned back toward the castle, ignoring the looks, ignoring the whispers, and ignoring him.
You stormed into the castle, the warmth of the hallways doing little to soothe the bone-deep chill that had settled over you. Behind you, Mattheo’s calls continued, his voice carrying through the corridors as he followed, each step echoing with the sound of his regret.
“Y/N!” he yelled, desperation thickening his voice as he followed you up the stairs. “Please… I didn’t mean to… I’m sorry!”
But you didn’t look back. You kept your head down, refusing to let him see the hurt mingling with your anger, the betrayal stinging far deeper than the icy water that still clung to your skin. You didn’t stop, didn’t let yourself falter, even as his voice grew louder, pleading, a raw edge of panic breaking through his usual confidence.
Finally, you reached the entrance to the Slytherin dormitory, muttering the password through chattering teeth. The door swung open, and without a second glance, you slipped inside, letting it close firmly behind you, shutting out Mattheo’s voice and the cold night air.
The second you stepped into the Slytherin dorm, you felt the weight of the night crashing down on you, the cold from the lake sinking deeper into your bones with each passing second. Your clothes clung to you, soaked and heavy, and a shiver ran through you, violent and unrelenting, as you forced yourself to move. Your mind was a haze of anger, hurt, and disbelief, but the only thing that mattered now was escaping the chill that had rooted itself in every corner of your being.
You stumbled into your room, tearing off your wet clothes as quickly as your frozen fingers would allow. Each movement was stiff and jerky, and the soaked fabric clung to your skin, making you feel even more trapped in the freezing memory of the lake. Once your clothes lay discarded on the floor in a dark, damp heap, you wrapped yourself in your thickest towel, fighting to regain even the smallest bit of warmth.
You made your way to the shower, barely able to feel the handle as you twisted it, letting the water pour down in steaming torrents. You stepped in, and for a moment, the heat was too much, biting at your skin, but you couldn’t bring yourself to pull away. The warmth seeped over you slowly, each drop thawing the numbness that had settled in your muscles, but it wasn’t enough. No matter how high you turned up the water, no matter how long you let it pour over you, the bone-deep chill remained, lingering stubbornly as if it had become a part of you.
You stood there, shivering beneath the stream, the weight of exhaustion pressing down on your shoulders, but the anger and hurt refused to dissipate. Your mind kept replaying the scene by the lake—Mattheo’s cold, scornful expression, his sharp, unforgiving words, the sensation of his hand pushing you with that brief, reckless force. It all circled in your thoughts, twisting into a knot of emotions you couldn’t untangle.
Eventually, you turned off the water, stepping out of the shower and wrapping yourself in the thickest, warmest clothes you could find—a soft sweater that felt like a hug against your still-chilled skin, thick socks, and an oversized pair of sweats. You wrapped yourself in a blanket, but even then, the cold persisted, gnawing at you from the inside.
Your room was too quiet, too empty, the walls feeling like they were closing in around you. Despite the layers you’d piled on, you couldn’t shake the chill or the anger simmering just beneath the surface. The heat from the shower hadn’t worked, and you needed warmth, real warmth, something solid and grounding to erase the traces of tonight.
Reluctantly, you made your way to the common room, hoping the fire there might finally drive away the cold. As you descended the stairs, the crackling warmth from the hearth grew stronger, and for a brief moment, you felt the tiniest bit of relief.
But as soon as you entered, you saw him.
Mattheo was there, pacing in front of the fire, his face drawn, his shoulders hunched with tension. The sight of him, standing there as though he were waiting for you, sent a fresh wave of anger through you, burning hotter than the fire in the grate. He noticed you immediately, his eyes snapping to yours, an expression of regret flashing across his face.
“Y/N.” he said, his voice low, almost pleading. “I… I’m sorry. I didn’t mean to—”
You held up a hand, cutting him off before he could finish. You couldn’t bear to hear his apologies, his weak attempts to justify what he’d done. Without a word, you turned away from him, heading straight to the fire, sinking down onto the floor in front of it. You wrapped your arms around yourself, staring into the flames, letting their warmth seep into you as you tried to block out his presence.
But Mattheo didn’t leave. He hovered nearby, his footsteps slowing as he stopped his pacing, watching you with a look of guilt and desperation. “Please… just listen to me.” he murmured, his voice cracking slightly. “I didn’t mean for any of this to happen.”
You ignored him, keeping your gaze firmly on the flames, focusing on the warmth radiating from them, feeling it ease some of the chill from your skin. But it didn’t touch the cold that had settled in your chest, the bitter feeling of betrayal that refused to fade. The fire was warm, but it wasn’t enough to erase the memory of the lake, the shock of the icy water, the memory of what he’d done.
“Y/N…” Mattheo’s voice broke through your thoughts, soft and filled with a raw, unguarded pain that you’d rarely heard from him. He took a hesitant step forward, as if drawn by something he couldn’t control. “I know I messed up. I know I went too far. But… please. I’m sorry.”
Still, you didn’t respond. The anger simmered in your veins, a fierce, unrelenting heat that fueled you, keeping your silence intact as he stood there, fumbling for words that could never make up for what he’d done.
He moved closer, stopping just a few steps away, the firelight casting shadows across his face. “Please, just say something.” he whispered, his voice raw. “I can’t stand this silence.”
You let out a shaky breath, feeling the warmth from the fire start to thaw your fingers, though your heart remained cold, guarded against his words. Part of you wanted to lash out, to tell him exactly what you thought, to give voice to the storm of hurt and anger inside you. But another part, the part that was exhausted and worn down by the events of the night, didn’t have the strength for another fight.
You shook your head, focusing on the crackling flames, willing him to leave you alone. But he stayed, watching you, his hands clenched at his sides as if he was holding himself back from reaching out to you.
“Y/N… please.” he murmured, his voice breaking. “I don’t know what else to say. I’m sorry.”
Without thinking, you finally looked up, meeting his gaze with a cold, unwavering stare. “Sorry isn’t enough, Mattheo.” you said, your voice low and steady. “You crossed a line.”
He flinched, the words hitting him like a physical blow. He took a shaky breath, his eyes filled with a desperate sadness as he struggled to find a response. But there was nothing he could say to fix this, no apology that could erase what he’d done.
The silence stretched between you, thick and suffocating, swallowing any attempt at words. For the first time, you saw Mattheo’s usual mask of arrogance and control slip, his expression turning raw and exposed, like he was standing on the edge of something he couldn’t come back from. His eyes held a helplessness that made your heart ache, even through the anger and hurt that weighed you down. He seemed utterly lost, each second of your silence stripping away his defences, leaving him with nothing but the heavy weight of his own regret.
After a long, shaky breath, Mattheo glanced around the common room, his gaze landing on a thick blanket draped across one of the couches. He took a moment, seemingly gathering his courage, before reaching for it. Moving slowly, as if afraid of breaking the fragile quiet, he wrapped the blanket over his arm, then walked around to sit behind you. You felt his presence press close, your breath catching as he settled in, his legs framing yours.
Before you could react, he gently placed the blanket over your shoulders and pulled it around both of you, wrapping you in its warmth. He shifted, his body pressed against yours, solid and grounding, and as he leaned forward, you could feel his arms around you, hesitant but steady, his hands holding the edges of the blanket close.
The warmth from his body seeped through the fabric, a stark contrast to the lingering chill in your bones. You wanted to push him away, to reject this unexpected closeness, but something stopped you. Perhaps it was the way his arms encircled you so carefully, or the softness of his breath against your neck, barely audible but full of tension and regret. Whatever it was, a small voice inside you whispered not to move, to let the silence and his presence speak for him in a way that his words couldn’t.
He held you there, his chest rising and falling with each steady breath, the warmth radiating from him slowly melting away the last remnants of the lake’s cold grip on you. His body was tense, as if he was bracing himself for rejection, yet he stayed, unmoving, simply allowing you to rest against him.
The anger simmering inside you softened slightly, the edges dulled by the unexpected comfort of his embrace. You felt his fingers twitch, tightening ever so slightly on the blanket as he shifted, drawing you closer. His arms around you felt secure, steady, as if he was trying to hold together what he’d nearly shattered.
He spoke, his voice barely above a whisper, laced with a rawness you’d never heard from him before. “You’re freezing.” he murmured, and you could feel the tremor in his tone, the guilt that seeped into every word. “I didn’t… I didn’t realise…”
The words hung in the air, unfinished, as if he couldn’t bring himself to say aloud what he already knew—that he’d pushed too far, that he’d let his emotions cloud his judgement in a way that had hurt you. His hand shifted, pressing gently against your arm as he felt the lingering cold beneath your layers, a physical reminder of his mistake.
You felt a surge of conflicting emotions—a part of you wanted to stay angry, to hold onto the hurt he’d caused, but his touch, so careful and remorseful, made it harder to keep your walls up. You stayed still, your heart beating a little faster as you leaned back, just slightly, allowing yourself to rest against him, his warmth a balm against the remaining chill.
After a moment, he spoke again, his voice rough, like he was struggling to find the right words. “I’m sorry.” he whispered, his breath warm against your neck. “For everything… for letting things get so out of hand. I was angry, but that doesn’t make it right.”
His arms tightened around you, and he rested his chin gently against your shoulder, his closeness grounding you in a way that was both comforting and unsettling. “I didn’t mean to hurt you. I just… I don’t know how to explain it.” There was a vulnerability in his tone that you’d never heard before, a crack in his usual confidence that left him exposed.
You swallowed, feeling the last of your anger wane as you listened to him, sensing the weight of his remorse. His head rested against yours, and you could feel his heartbeat, steady and strong, as if he was willing you to feel the sincerity in his words through his touch alone.
For a moment, the common room was silent, the only sounds being the crackling of the fire and the soft, even rhythm of his breathing. You sat there, wrapped in the blanket, cocooned in his warmth, and felt the chill finally start to fade, replaced by an unexpected sense of peace.
“Why?” you whispered, your voice barely audible, a question weighted with all the confusion, hurt, and disbelief that had built up over the night. You felt his arms tighten around you, his grip growing more secure, as if he could keep you there simply by holding on a little closer.
Mattheo took a deep, shuddering breath, his chest rising and falling slowly behind you. His hesitation was palpable, and for a moment, you thought he might not answer. But then he spoke, his voice low and strained, as if he was forcing himself to admit something he’d kept buried for far too long.
“I can’t bear seeing someone else touch you.” he murmured, the words barely a whisper. “It drives me insane. I want to be the only one to… to be close to you.” He paused, and his hand gently pressed against your arm, as if to make his point clearer. “The thought of someone else being the one you look at, the one you laugh with... I just can’t stand it.”
A quiet sigh escaped him, the sound soft but laced with regret. His fingers brushed over your shoulder, his touch lingering with an intensity that held all the things he struggled to say. “I know I went about it all wrong. I know I hurt you.” His voice dropped, quiet but steady. “But I don’t know how to… how to want you and not ruin it.”
You took a shaky breath, his words sinking in, a strange mixture of relief and frustration settling over you. “If that’s what you wanted…” you said softly, your voice carrying a hint of sadness, “then you went about it in the worst way possible, Mattheo.”
He nodded, his head dipping against yours, the warmth of his breath brushing against your cheek. “I know.” he whispered, his tone filled with a raw honesty that made your heart ache. “I know I messed up, and I don’t expect you to forgive me right away. I just… I don’t want to lose you.”
Your chest tightened, the remnants of your anger softening as you sensed the vulnerability in his words, the way his grip on you seemed to hold a quiet desperation. For all his flaws, for all the anger and tension that had passed between you, there was a part of him that wanted to make things right, even if he didn’t fully know how.
Slowly, you shifted, resting your head gently on his shoulder, the warmth of his presence wrapping around you like a comforting weight. You turned slightly, just enough to catch his gaze, your eyes meeting his in the flickering glow of the firelight. His expression was guarded, but his eyes held a depth of feeling, a storm of emotions he could no longer hide.
He stared at you, his gaze intense and searching, as though he was trying to understand what you were thinking, what you were feeling. His eyes drifted down, and he bit his lip softly, his brow furrowing in that familiar way that revealed his uncertainty. His fingers tightened their hold, pressing into your arm gently but firmly, as if anchoring himself in the moment.
The tension in the air was thick, and your heartbeat got a little faster, each beat echoing in the silence that had settled between you. You watched as his eyes flickered to your lips, the faintest glimmer of hesitation crossing his face before he met your gaze again, something unspoken lingering in his expression.
He swallowed, his voice rough when he finally spoke. “I don’t deserve this chance… but I want it.” His hand gently traced the curve of your arm, his touch both hesitant and possessive, as if he feared losing you yet couldn’t resist the urge to hold you closer. “I want… us.” he whispered, barely above a breath, his eyes never leaving yours.
You felt the vulnerability in his words, the fragile hope beneath the weight of his regret. The warmth of his touch, the intensity of his gaze, made it hard to hold onto your anger, to resist the quiet yearning in his expression. With a soft sigh, you leaned into him, letting your forehead rest against his, feeling his breath mix with yours in the small, shared space.
“Then show me.” you murmured, your voice gentle but firm. “If you want this, show me that you can do better. Show me that you can be the one… without hurting me.”
A spark of determination flickered in his eyes as he held you close. “I will,” he promised, his voice raw and unsteady, carrying a weight that seemed to settle in the space between you. His hand lifted slowly, his fingers brushing softly against your cheek as he cupped your face, his touch warm and grounding. He held you there, close and steady, his gaze locked onto yours with a quiet, unyielding intensity that left no doubt—he meant every word.
Ever so slowly, he leaned in. His eyes never left yours, as if giving you a moment to pull away, to say something, to stop him if you wanted to. But your breath caught, and despite every instinct in your mind screaming for you to pull back, you stayed. You could feel his warmth, the softness of his hand cradling your cheek, the gentle brush of his lips as they closed the distance, capturing yours in a kiss that was tender, hesitant—almost as if he were afraid of breaking something fragile.
Your heart pounded, a rush of emotions flooding through you, a confusing tangle of anger, longing, and vulnerability that left you unsure. Part of you wanted to pull away, to hold onto the walls you’d built to keep him out, but another part, buried deep, wanted to melt into the kiss, to allow yourself to feel something other than the hurt he had caused.
His lips moved softly against yours, patient and unhurried, and the gentleness of it surprised you, easing some of the tension in your body. You felt his hand tighten ever so slightly on your cheek, his thumb brushing over your skin with a tenderness that made your heart ache. There was a vulnerability in his kiss, an unspoken apology in the way he held you, and you felt yourself caught between wanting to give in and wanting to guard yourself from any more hurt.
The conflicting emotions churned within you, and your mind remained torn. Every rational thought warned you to pull back, to protect yourself from him and the mess he’d made. But as his lips lingered on yours, soft and sincere, you found it harder to resist the pull, to ignore the gentle urgency in his touch that seemed to plead for forgiveness, for something new.
For a heartbeat, you allowed yourself to lean into him, letting his warmth melt away some of the bitterness and hurt that had settled between you. His other hand moved to rest on your stomach,his touch grounding you, his kiss growing deeper but never forceful, as though he was waiting for you to decide, to choose whether to close the distance or pull away.
Slowly, hesitantly, you shifted, adjusting your body to angle more toward him, opening yourself just slightly, allowing yourself to lean into his touch. The tension in your chest eased bit by bit as you deepened the kiss, surprising him. You felt a subtle, almost inaudible gasp from him, a momentary pause, as if he hadn’t expected you to respond with such openness.
But he didn’t resist; instead, he welcomed you, his hand tightening slightly on your stomach, pulling you closer. His lips softened, responding to the shift in your movements with an eagerness that was barely restrained, as though he, too, was savouring each second, afraid it might slip away.
His fingers brushed gently towards your jaw, trailing down to your neck as he leaned in closer, his breath mingling with yours in the warm, shared space. The world around you faded, leaving only the steady beat of his heart against you, the warmth of his hands, and the gentle, growing intensity of the kiss.
You could feel the weight of his feelings in every touch, each small movement laced with something raw, something real that left you both vulnerable and secure. The hurt and anger that had kept you guarded all night seemed to dissolve with every lingering moment, replaced by a fragile trust, a quiet hope that maybe this was something worth holding onto.
As the kiss deepened, his thumb brushed against your skin in soothing circles, his touch tender and sure, in a way that made your heart race and calm at once. You allowed yourself, for the first time, to let go of the hurt, to let yourself trust the sincerity in his touch. And as you pulled him closer, you felt the edges of something new taking shape between you—an unspoken promise, a chance for something real.
The warmth from the fire, combined with Mattheo’s steady embrace, chased away the last lingering traces of the cold that had seeped into your bones. The biting chill of the lake was a distant memory now, completely overshadowed by the comforting heat radiating from him. Slowly, you felt your muscles relax, the weight of exhaustion finally catching up to you as you leaned against him, your head nestled against his chest. His heartbeat was a gentle rhythm, soothing in its constancy, and as your eyes fluttered shut, you surrendered to the quiet peace that had settled between you.
Mattheo stayed perfectly still, his arms steady around you as if afraid to disturb the fragile calm you’d found together. His hand moved lightly, his fingers tracing a soft, calming pattern on your arm as he watched you begin to drift, your breathing slowing with each passing second. He didn’t say a word, his gaze softening as he took in the peaceful expression on your face, a stark contrast to the tension and anger that had filled the air just an hour ago.
As he felt you lean more heavily against him, he realised you’d fallen asleep, your breath warm against his chest, each exhale slow and steady. For a moment, he simply held you there, savouring the quiet intimacy of the moment, a sense of protectiveness rising within him that he hadn’t fully acknowledged before. The thought of you being hurt, of you feeling even a fraction of the pain he’d caused, stirred something deep within him, something he wanted to make up for, to mend.
With a gentle touch, he shifted, adjusting his position so he could cradle you more comfortably. He moved with the utmost care, sliding his arms beneath you and lifting you slightly, guiding you so that you rested more fully against him. Slowly, he pulled you up onto the couch, his movements tender, cautious, as he settled you on his lap. The blanket was still wrapped around both of you, cocooning you in warmth, and he adjusted it so that you were completely covered, nestled close to him.
You stirred slightly in your sleep, shifting to settle into him more comfortably, your head resting against his shoulder, and he instinctively tightened his hold, cradling you gently. His hand came to rest lightly on your back, his fingers brushing over the fabric of your sweater in a rhythmic, soothing motion.
He let out a quiet breath, his gaze lingering on you with an expression of pure tenderness that he’d rarely allowed himself to show. The walls he’d built, the armour he wore, all of it had faded in this moment, leaving only the raw, unguarded feeling of wanting to keep you safe, to make up for the hurt he’d caused, and to hold you as though you were something precious.
For the first time, he understood just how much you meant to him, and as he sat there, with you asleep in his arms, he made a silent promise—to protect this fragile trust, to be better, to be the person worthy of the trust you’d given him tonight.
He stayed like that, unmoving, his own heartbeat slowing to match yours, as the fire crackled softly beside you. The night stretched on, quiet and peaceful, and he held you close, letting the silence speak for him, his heart holding the words he couldn’t yet say.
The warmth of the fire wrapped around you, lulling you deeper into sleep as you lay comfortably in Mattheo’s arms, his hand resting protectively on your back. He stayed silent, his gaze fixed on you, every inch of his attention focused on the gentle rise and fall of your chest. The common room was peaceful, the only sounds were the crackling of the fire and the soft murmur of your steady breaths.
But the quiet didn’t last.
The heavy door to the common room creaked open, and Mattheo’s head snapped up. In came Draco, Blaise, Pansy, Theo, and Daphne, their voices low but filled with curiosity and concern as they stepped inside. They seemed to be in mid-conversation, muttering about the way you’d rushed off earlier and Mattheo’s strange behaviour at the party.
As soon as they saw the two of you on the couch, however, they fell silent, their eyes widening as they took in the sight: you, fast asleep in Mattheo’s arms, wrapped up in a thick blanket with his hand resting gently on your back.
Pansy’s mouth dropped open, her eyebrows shooting up as she nudged Draco, who looked equally stunned but managed to mask it with a small smirk. “Well, isn’t this a sight.” she whispered, her voice tinged with disbelief.
Blaise exchanged a quick look with Theo, both of them looking thoroughly amused. “I didn’t think I’d live to see the day.” Blaise murmured, a grin creeping onto his face. “Riddle actually being… soft?”
Mattheo shot them a warning look, a faint blush creeping up his cheeks as he tightened his hold on you protectively, silently begging them not to wake you. But Theo, never one to let a good opportunity slip by, leaned closer, his eyes glinting with mischief.
“Did we miss the part where you finally confessed your undying love, Mattheo?” he whispered, barely able to contain his laughter. “Or was this just a spur-of-the-moment cuddle session?”
Mattheo’s face flushed, and he shot Theo a glare, his voice low and firm. “Shut it, Theodore.” he muttered, his fingers gently tracing your shoulder, as if reassuring himself you were still asleep.
Daphne, usually one to tease, softened as she took in the sight of you nestled peacefully against him. She stepped forward, offering him a small, understanding smile.“It was about time you two figured this out.”
With that, she placed a hand on Pansy’s arm, guiding her toward the staircase. The others exchanged a final round of amused glances, Blaise giving Mattheo a playful salute as they turned to leave, their footsteps fading up the stairs.
Once they were gone, Mattheo let out a quiet sigh, his gaze returning to you. His hand resumed its gentle tracing along your back, his expression softening as he took in the calm, content look on your face. Despite the teasing, he felt a rare sense of peace, as if, for the first time, everything was exactly how it was supposed to be.
He leaned his head back, pulling the blanket tighter around you both, and let the warmth of the fire and your presence lull him into a quiet calm, the world around you slipping away, leaving only the unspoken promise he held in his heart.
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Not Quite Home
Kinktember Day 15: Stand & Carry
Kepler Youngeun x male reader smut
words: 1,495 Kinktember Masterlist
She is everything you're not. Everything you hate. How can someone refuse to have a place to call home?
All this about being a free spirit and experiencing everything that the world has to offer all sounds well and good but how is a tree supposed to grow if it has no roots? But Youngeun insists that is exactly what she is after, the constant thrill, the constant novelty, the rush and urgency. In every interaction, she seems to have been in search of the next big adventure.
And you think you do her a disservice by not understanding.
Perhaps if you had met each other under other circumstances, things might have gone better for the two of you. But now, you resent how she feels like a stranger whenever you're together. She once brought an element of excitement and risk to a routine, drab life, but that grew exhausting and more than once made you feel like you were suffocating. You grew to loathe her carelessness.
"Your parents?" You ask as she stands in your bedroom for the third night in a row, "Have you even told them you're back in town?"
She shakes her head in lieu of an answer, "You know how they are."
"You're going to blame them for wanting their daughter to visit for once?"
Youngeun laughs. It's one of your least favourite traits—her incapability to take anything seriously. "Not your business. Besides, seven nights, remember?"
Yes. Seven nights. This is what she told you, another expiry date on another chapter of whatever the fuck this is between you. Another unspoken contract was signed for the hell of it. A time limit, for something that isn't even real.
"Just think about it," you continue, hopelessly, "talking with your family. It'll clear your mind."
"Know what clears my mind? The wind in my hair, sun on my skin, music in my ears," Youngeun runs her hand through her silky hair, "Landing in some new town, finding a new local hang out to try something exotic and then exploring whatever is hidden in that town's history, picking up a new person, hooking up with them, letting the excitement course through my veins, knowing there's always something else waiting on the horizon."
Another insufferable thing that she does. It's been maybe fifteen minutes since you tangled limbs in the bed and now she's standing across the room naked making no secret of the fact that she picks up guys and girls wherever she goes. Youngeun looks down at you on the mattress and runs her eyes up and down your body, her fingers resting lightly over her collarbone.
You follow the line of her fingers, nails cut short with traces of peeled black nail paint. A callus on her finger is a reminder of how often she played the guitar. She runs them down her chest, thumb catching a nipple in the process of doing so.
"Look at you. You get hotter every time I come back." And just like that, Youngeun drops a compliment, casual and effortless and you question who's benefiting from this relationship because it clearly isn't you.
You're gonna fuck her again tonight. Tomorrow too, and another three nights after that. After which she'll be gone for another six months to a year. There's a weird emotional emptiness to this routine—you give and she takes and this is all she asks.
"Come here, will you? Pin me to this wall already. Make me feel you." Her hand cups her breast and another traces its way down her abs, a clear intention.
You should hate her, really. Like how you hate the idea that she left home for no reason or how she wasted her potential, hate her for her indifference, for her recklessness and her cold detachment, or hate the fact that it's just meaningless sex.
She doesn't like strings, it makes no sense to her how people commit. If she was the type of person who asked to be understood, you would probably try to, but that's never something she ever expressed.
For all of that, you don't hate her. It's why you're still walking towards her and she's backing up into the wall.
So, what does she ask for? Her answer is pleasure and pain.
She kisses like a raging fire. Everywhere her hands roam leaves marks on your skin; she scratches deep in your back as you hook her thigh up around your waist. A hand between her legs, sliding in without any sort of preamble. She's still dripping wet, though some of that may well be your last load. She tastes of salty, sweaty sex and you relish it. She kisses and she gasps as your fingers work at her entrance; crooking them upward so you can press them into her and rub right against the sensitive spot inside her.
Her tongue slides past yours, hot and wet as she grinds up into your hand, claws digging into your lower back. Your hand fucks into her roughly with reckless abandon and her breathing gets shallow as your fingers bring her closer and closer.
It doesn't take long, she's close, you know that when she throws her head back against the wall. "Stop—wait, fuck—wait," Youngeun barely gasps and then with your name in her throat, the friction of your fingers sends her over the edge. A moan escapes as her mouth falls open, eyes clamp shut as you finger her to orgasm.
It's always been easy to make Youngeun cum, but it never loses its magic. There's something particularly thrilling to the way she moans your name in that honey-laced rasp, to the way her entire body arches upwards as the pleasure mounts. A sharp gasp cuts the air.
Her limbs slacken. She leans her head against the wall. She's struggling to catch her breath.
And this is the fucking problem. For every reason to hate her, there are so many more reasons to enjoy her.
That's when you lift her, hooking up the other thigh and holding her by her tight little ass. Youngeun hisses and she's staring daggers and that's always a part of the fun. She'll give you these looks that could kill a lesser man, but you know the only solution is to pound her into submission.
"Be rough with me. Hard," Youngeun pants, sucking air in, breath ragged. Her skin's hot to the touch.
"Like last time?" Your voice comes low, thick and gruff as you hook her legs higher.
"No, harder, faster," Youngeun replies between rapid, short breaths, she grips your arms, rolls her hips and wraps her body tighter around you, "Want me to stay? Fuck me until I can't walk out."
You're incensed and sliding your length over her slick, warm, inviting heat, before slamming her back into the wall, entering her in one long hard motion and enjoying the way her lips fall apart; enjoying the way her hot and messy, fucked-out body arches upward as you hit deeper and the way her cries pitch. You don't even wait for her to catch her breath before snapping your hips over and over and giving Youngeun exactly the type of pounding that she wants.
There's a sharp gasp. A second of silence and then a choked-back scream. You feel a palm on the nape of your neck and a sting on your shoulders as her nails dig deep and scratch. She rakes them over the broad expanse of your upper back and it fucking hurts. It fucking stings and it's delicious. You bury yourself deep inside her, stretch and fuck her all open on your dick.
"Like that. Yes! Like that! Fucking ruin me."
"Since you asked so nicely."
Her moans become a struggle now that you've run a hand roughly up her body and planted it around her neck. Squeezing, not too hard, not to cut her airflow, not to bruise, but firmly enough that she will feel it and feel that she is being held. She loves to feel hopeless. And there, that's what you like: her hot, sweaty body locked between you and the wall and helpless against you as you sink into her.
And as much as she says it doesn't mean anything. Youngeun cries out your name like it means something.
The ever-familiar suffocating grip of her wet cunt grips you as she cums again. Bodies flushed together, grinding and sweaty.
"I can't breathe—" Youngeun whimpers in that cracked, vulnerable and submissive way and you snarl. Fuck her up as promised. Hurt her like she begs for. And Youngeun loves it like nothing else, absolutely nothing, her eyes rolling to the back of her head and a strangled groan as you reach another climax and fill up her pussy again. You pound yet another load into her tight hole.
As much as she would hate to ever admit it, this is as close to a home as she has in her life.
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Borrowed Bites (Eric Draven x Rebel!Reader pt 2)
Added another part since the last one was received so well! Thank you for the kind words and appreciation! I'd LOVE to hear your thoughts on this part! 💕
Eric Draven Masterlist
Word Count- 2.9k+
Summary- He just couldn't get away from you. You were corrupting his routine, his life, his thoughts.
Eric sought refuge in the library, a quiet sanctuary where the weight of the facility’s sterile air seemed to lift, just a little. The room was a cocoon of silence, the faint scent of old, yellowed books filtering through his senses. Here, amid the shelves of dusty volumes, he could be transported to somewhere else, somewhere where the walls were not closing in on him little by little every day.
He was supposed to be assigned to cleaning the room for the next hour, but he was finished within the first 30 minutes, so now he sat in the aisle, leaning up against the shelf. He was lost in the pages of an old art book, the kind that made him ache for life outside of these walls. He was staring at a particular page of a charcoal drawing of a horse, the scene bringing back his own past in a swirl of paint strokes, charcoal lines, the delicate dance of light and dark.
But that moment was shattered by the sound of the door opening and footsteps approaching him. His heart sank, a heavy stone sinking into the pit of his stomach. He didn’t need to look up to know who it was. The air around him seemed to buzz with a familiar energy, one he had been trying – and failing – to avoid.
“You hiding out in here, artist boy?” your voice broke through the stillness of the room, a playful tone that underscored something sharper, something that pricked at his defenses.
Eric’s eyes glanced up, catching just a brief look at your face above him before dropping back to the book in his lap. He knew by just the few times of your interactions since your arrival to the facility a week ago, that his disinterest would not be enough to make you go away. No, it seemed that you could not take a hint, no matter how obvious it was.
“This place is a real snoozefest,” you said as you lowered yourself on the floor in front of him, sitting cross-legged. You leaned forward on your hands, trying to peer at his book. “I didn’t peg you for the library type.”
“It’s quiet here,” he muttered, his voice almost devoid of emotion. “That’s why I like it here.”
“And here I thought you came for the thrilling company,” you teased, your voice taking on a hint of something more – a curiosity perhaps, or an understanding that he didn’t want you to have.
“Shouldn’t you be off trying to seduce the guards?” he bit back, referencing your words from his first unwanted interaction with you.
You grinned mischievously as you brushed a strand of your unruly hair out of your face. “I’m still working on that, don’t you worry.”
“I’m not interested,” his fingers tightened around the edges of his book as he spoke with a certain level of finality, attempting to completely sever the connection you were trying to forge.
“Not interested in what?” you pressed, tilting your head in a way that Eric came to understand as you attempting to figure him out, like you were trying to put together the puzzle pieces of his mind.
He hesitated, the question catching him off guard. He didn’t know how to answer, how to articulate the mind-jumbling swirl of emotions inside him. He finally grumbled, “In whatever game you’re playing.”
A brief flash of hurt flickered across your face, so quick that he almost missed it. But then you recovered with that infuriating grin. “Who says I’m playing a game?”
Uncomfortable with that reaction, his gaze fell back down to his book, as if the words would allow him an escape of whatever trap you were setting. “Just leave me alone.”
But of course, that wasn’t enough to deter you. You weren’t the type to back down so easily. Instead, you leaned back against the opposite shelf from him, folding your arms as if preparing for a long conversation he had no interest in having.
“You know,” you started, your voice a touch softer now, “you’re not as invisible as you might think.”
Eric’s jaw tightened, the words hitting him hard. He had spent so long trying to be just that – invisible, a ghost passing through unnoticed. But you saw him, and you wouldn’t look away.
“I’m not hiding,” he retorted quietly, but the words sounded hollow even to himself.
“Then why won’t you look at me?” Your question hung heavy in the air between you, a challenge he wasn't sure how to meet.
He forced himself to look up at you, your direct gaze sending his heart to his stomach. He refused to admit it, refused, but something about you drew him in like a moth to a flame, something about your eyes that refused to look away.
“What do you want from me?” he asked, his voice low.
You didn’t answer immediately, your gaze evocative as you studied him silently, as if searching for something beneath the surface. “I want to know you,” you said finally, the simplicity of the words cutting through him.
Eric stared at you, his mind racing to find a response to that strange statement, something that would push you away, make you see that there was nothing worth knowing in him. But all he could manage was, “Why?”
“Because,” you said as you leaned forward slightly, your voice barely above a whisper, “you’re different. I can tell.”
He didn’t know what to say to that, didn’t know how to respond to the sincerity in your voice. The way you seemed to genuinely care unsettled him, the way you saw him and refused to let him fade into the background like he wanted.
“You don’t know me,” he said after a moment, his words heavy with frustration and something else that he didn’t want to examine too closely. It was the same words he had told you a week ago when you first spoke to him and flipped his world upside down, but he couldn’t find anything else to say to you. You didn’t know him, that was true. But you definitely wanted to fit yourself into his life, to know him as he knew himself.
“I think you’re worth figuring out.” A small smile tugged at your lips.
He wanted to scoff, to brush off your words as naive and misguided, but there was something in your tone, in the way you were looking not just at him but through him, made it impossible to miss. You were being sincere, and that shook him to his core.
“I’m not,” he retorted, his voice weaker than he intended. “I’m just another screw-up, just like everyone else in here.”
You shook your head. “I don’t think so. I think you’re more than that.”
He didn’t know how to respond to that, didn’t know how to process the unfamiliar warmth swirling in his chest. All he knew was you were getting way too close, digging too deep into feelings he’d locked away a long time ago. He reached for the book, flipping it open to a random page in a futile attempt to avoid your intense gaze. But the words on the page blurred, the images that had once brought him comfort now seemed distant, unreachable.
Before you could say anything else, the sound of the door opening again startled both of you, shattering the temporary bubble you were enclosed in, and Eric looked up just in time to see a guard round the corner of the aisle, his heavy footsteps thudding on the worn carpet. He instantly sat up straighter, his heart racing slightly when the guard’s eyes caught sight of the two of you.
“What are you doing in here?” The guard’s voice was a harsh intrusion, his gaze narrowing between you like a hawk sizing up its prey.
Eric shot you a nervous glance your way. To anyone else, your expression would have looked completely neutral as you regarded the man nearing you both, but Eric could see the tension in your jaw, the way it ticked ever so slightly, betraying the anger brewing just beneath the surface.
“I’m not doing anything,” you replied casually, almost dismissive. But the guard’s wasn’t in the mood for games. He cut you off before you could say anything more.
“You know the rules,” he barked, his voice echoing in the stillness of the library. “No fraternizing.”
You put your hands up in mock surrender, a gesture that might have seemed playful if not for the sarcasm dripping in your voice as you replied, “Yeah, right. God forbid anyone make any friends in here.”
The guard’s gaze darkened, his eyes narrowing to slits. Without warning, he grabbed your arm and yanked you to your feet with a roughness that made Eric flinch “You’re not here to make friends. You’re here to get sober and stop being a burden and a piece of shit to society.”
The harsh words hung in the air like poison, their words seeping into the cracks the moment. Eric felt a surge of panic in his chest as he snapped the book shut, the sound like a gunshot in the tense silence. He stood quickly, instinctively knowing it was best not to argue, not to escalate the situation further. Just follow the rules, he told himself, a mantra he clung to since he got here. But he knew you well enough now that you wouldn’t – couldn't – do that.
“Wow, tell me how you really feel about it,” you shot back, your voice clouded with defiance.
“You think this is funny?” The guard hissed, his voice dropping to a menacing low. “Keep running that mouth and you’ll find out just how serious we are.”
For a brief moment, Eric saw a flicker of something in your eyes – a flicker of doubt, maybe even fear – but it was gone as quickly as it appeared, replaced by the same defiance that both worried and awed him.
Eric felt the weight of the moment bearing down on the room, the oppressive atmosphere of the facility closing in. He knew he should say something, do something to alleviate the tension, but the fear of the repercussions, of going back to solitary confinement, held him back, rendering him silent and still.
“Come on,” the guard snapped, pulling you towards the door. “We’re done here.”
As you were dragged away, you cast one last look over your shoulder to Eric, and he could see the mix of emotions in your eyes – anger, frustration and something that resembled regret. And Eric’s chest tightened at the sight because you weren’t just leaving as you always did. You were being taken away, and he was powerless to stop it.
The door slammed shut behind you, and the silence that followed was deafening. Eric stood frozen, staring at the spot you occupied just moments before, his mind racing. He gripped the book in his hand with a white knuckle power as he realized he had let the guard take you without so much as lifting a finger, without saying a word. The realization twisted like a knife in his gut, a painful reminder of his own helplessness.
*****
Eric didn’t see you for the rest of the day. He tried not to think about how he even noticed your lack of presence and especially how it made him feel. The day passed with the same level of dreadful monotony that he had been subjected to since the very first day he’d arrived in this hellhole.
It wasn’t until lunchtime the next day until he saw you again. The cafeteria thrummed with the repeated sounds of everyday life here – the clatter of trays connecting, the gentle murmur of quiet conversation, the sporadic eruptions of laughter or from souls lost in their own struggles. Eric sat by himself at a table near the corner of the room, his fingers absentmindedly tracing the edges of his tray as he picked at the array of bland, tasteless food before him. The harsh fluorescence above cast a stark, unforgiving light over everything, rendering the room devoid of any warmth.
He was halfway through forcing another bite of the food when you suddenly materialized across the expanse of the bustling room. You slid into the seat across from him, a mirthful grin on your face.
“Did you miss me, artist boy?” you asked with a tilt of your head, that signature smirk playing across your lips.
He wasn’t going to answer that, not even for himself. He averted his gaze to his tray instead, afraid that you would be able to read through his expressions as you so often did. That didn’t seem to bother you though because without hesitation (or permission) you reached over and swiped a roll from his tray, taking a bite as if it was casual.
“Hey,” Eric protested softly, though his voice lacked any true anger, more like mild annoyance. In fact, he was actually relieved to see you, no matter how much he wanted to deny it. There was a brief moment last night as he lay awake in his bed going over the interaction of the library when he wondered if you had been locked in solitary for your actions. He didn’t think you had said or done anything to warrant such an offense, but you were unpredictable. He had no idea if you continued to fight, to mouth off after the guard dragged you away. Seeing you here in front of him was confirmation that, for once, you had refrained from doing anything to further your punishments here.
“What?” you asked with a nonchalant shrug. “You weren’t eating it.”
Eric rolled his eyes, a silent gesture of exasperation. “You could’ve just asked.”
“Where’s the fun in that?” You quipped as you leaned back in your seat, your gaze sweeping across the room as if you were just examining the scene before you, waiting patiently for something – anything – to disrupt the routine.
He watched you for a moment, captivated by the restless energy that perpetually seemed to follow you. It was as though you were perched on the edge of some unseen cliff, ready to plunge off the side at any given moment. The near constant state of heightened alertness was both exhausting and irresistibly captivating for him, an anomaly that left him simultaneously drained and drawed in.
“Why do you do that?” he asked suddenly, the question catching himself off guard, and he instantly wanted to take it back.
“Do what?” you replied smoothly, not missing a beat.
“Act like . . . I don’t know. Like nothing matters.”
You blinked at him, momentarily taken aback. Then you smiled and with a half shrug, responded, “Because it doesn’t.
But Eric could see the flicker of something more profound, a bit sad even in your eyes, and it casted doubt in the authenticity of your words.
“Right,” he muttered, his voice laced with skepticism. Your gaze left his and he took that as a sign of your wanting to drop the subject so he returned to his food, though his appetite was severely diminished.
For a while, silence enveloped the two of you. It was a surprisingly comfortable silence, albeit still surrounded with the rest of the cafeteria buzz. When he glanced back up at you, he could see the sudden change in your eyes as you glanced about the room once again. He had witnessed that look before – one that usually preceded your reckless actions, the calm before the storm.
“Don’t,” he said quietly, his voice heavy with caution.
You turned your attention back to him with a look of feigned innocence. “Don’t what?”
“Whatever it is you’re thinking of doing,” Eric replied, his tone now carrying seriousness.
A familiar spark of chaotic energy ignited in your eyes as you grinned. “What makes you think I’m planning something, Eric?”
“Because you always are.”
You giggled, clearly amused at his concern, and he tried to ignore the rush of butterflies that hit his chest at the sound of it. “Relax. I’m not about to blow up the place or anything.”
“That’s not comforting,” he muttered, though the faintest hint of a smile betrayed his true feelings.
Before you could respond with yet another one of your signature quips, a guard ambled by, scanning the room with hawkish vigilance. You immediately straightened up, your playful grin fading as you donned a more neutral, guarded expression.
As the guard continued his stroll, you leaned forward, your voice dropping to a conspiratorial low. “Meet me by the west wing storage closet after lunch.”
Your tone left no room for negotiation or refusal, but Eric hesitated, a storm of instincts battling within him, urging him to resist. But there was something in the way you looked at him – something that compelled him to nod reluctantly.
You shot him a quick, satisfied smile before rising gracefully and sauntering away, leaving Eric alone once again with a whirlwind of emotions and a nagging feeling that he was about to be pulled into something he would regret. Yet, despite the better judgment that screamed caution, he knew he would go. Because as much as you exasperated him, left him bewildered, and sometimes even frightened him, there was a part of him that was irresistibly drawn to you. A part that yearned to unravel the mystery of why you were the way you were.
"Fuck," he murmured under his breath.
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the walking dead
jealous (men)
(Rick , Daryl)
Rick Grimes
It's a quiet day, but a storm is brewing inside Rick Grimes. He watches you, his woman, laughing with someone who clearly has eyes for you that go beyond friendly.
You, oblivious, see only kindness.
Rick's blue eyes, already intense but become laser-focused whenever the guy is near you.
He's watching body language, catching smiles you might not even notice.
He's assessing the situation, calculating.
Conversations between you and the guy are subtly, but consistently, interrupted. A question from Rick, a request for help, a gentle hand on your arm pulling you closer.
"Honey, can you help me with this thing here". He's marking his territory, a gentle reminder of your bond.
Rick's normally reserved displays of affection become more frequent, more pronounced.
A lingering kiss on your temple, his arm possessively around your waist, a hand holding yours just a little too tightly.
He wants the guy (and everyone else) to see that you belong to him.
He might start dropping subtle hints about the guys character, cloaked in concern for your well-being.
"He's always been a bit...eager, don't you think?", or "Just be careful, honey. Some people aren't always who they seem."
He's trying to plant a seed of doubt, a protective measure disguised as genuine care.
Later, when you're alone, he'll ask seemingly innocent questions about your interactions with the guy.
"What were you two laughing about?"
"Did he say anything interesting?"
the questions are casual, but the underlying tension is there.
He'll be quieter than usual, his jaw clenched, his movements deliberate.
Depending on how far things go, Rick might eventually confess his jealousy. It won't be an accusation, but a vulnerability.
"I just... I care about you so much. I get worried."
It's an admission of his feelings, his fear of losing you.
Rick's jealousy isn't about control, it's about fear. Fear of losing the woman he loves, of being vulnerable again. It's a raw, human emotion, intensified by the harsh world they live in.
And it is his silent way of saying: You are mine, and I won't let go easily.
Daryl Dixon
Imagine Daryl Dixon, our favorite crossbow-wielding survivor, finally finding love.
Now picture this: someone else is clearly crushing on his girl, showering her with attention she innocently interprets as simple kindness.
Daryl? He's not thrilled.
Forget screaming matches.
Daryl’s jealousy simmers beneath the surface.
He might become quieter than usual, retreating into himself.
Expect a lot of grunts and monosyllabic answers.
He's always been protective, but now it's dialed up to eleven. Suddenly, he's volunteering to escort her everywhere, his hand lingering a little longer on the small of her back, a silent claim.
Daryl's got a glare that could curdle milk.
He'll do it towards in the direction of the admirer, a silent warning that says, "Back. Off."
Watch for seemingly casual arm placements around her shoulders, pulling her closer during conversations, or a possessive hand resting on her knee. These are all low-key signals: "She's with me."
Whatever the admirer is good at, Daryl suddenly becomes interested in it too. If the guy's a good hunter, Daryl brings back a deer twice the size. If he's telling jokes, Daryl, against his nature, might offer a dry, sarcastic comment (that surprisingly gets a laugh).
He is always watching. He's observing every interaction, cataloging every smile, every lingering glance. He's gathering intel, assessing the threat level.
He's not one for grand declarations of love, but he might confide in Carol or maybe even Rick, grumbling about "some idiot" who's "being too friendly." It's his way of processing without causing a scene.
Just when the admirer is getting comfortable, Daryl appears. Maybe he needs help with something, or he's just checking in. But his timing is impeccable, always disrupting any potential for a deeper connection.
If you notices his change in behavior and gently reassures him, he'll soften. He might even offer a rare, vulnerable admission of his feelings.
Daryl's jealousy isn't about control; it's about vulnerability. It's a testament to how much he cares, even if he expresses it in his own, uniquely Dixon way.
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Nerd! Armin x Y/N
SPACE
—> In which a chaotic party becomes the backdrop for Y/N and Armin’s unexpected bond, revealing deeper feelings beneath their playful interactions.
warnings: Alcohol, Sexual content, Strong language



art by: @musapylsa
Reiner’s house was full to the brim—red cups, pulsing music, low light, and people pressed together in loud, chaotic groups. The smell of cheap beer and expensive perfume lingered in the air.
Y/N wasn’t exactly thrilled to be there.
She had shown up because of Ymir. Ymir had a way of dragging her into things she wouldn’t have gone to on her own, with a casual, “Don’t be boring,” and a quick wink before vanishing into a sea of people. Predictable. She hadn’t seen her since walking in.
Y/N’s plastic cup of something suspiciously citrusy was already warming in her hand. Her eyes scanned the room lazily—recognizing a few faces from campus, from shared classes or the cafeteria—but not really knowing anyone well enough to strike up conversation. She felt like a background character in someone else’s story.
Until she saw him.
At the far end of the living room, half-sitting on the arm of an abandoned couch, was Armin Arlert.
She recognized him instantly. He was in her Anthropology lecture. Sat near the front. The kind of guy who always had a pencil tucked behind his ear. Sharp, observant. Soft-spoken. Friends with Eren Jaeger.
Tonight, though, he looked slightly out of place. Dressed down in a fitted gray hoodie and ripped black jeans, glasses perched slightly crooked on his nose, a red Solo cup loosely in one hand.
He wasn’t surrounded by anyone. No girls clinging to him. No friends laughing nearby. Just him. Alone. Watching.
She might’ve looked away—maybe even walked off—if she hadn’t noticed him glance down, then take a sip of whatever was in his cup. Alcohol, maybe? Something about the way he drank made her pause.
Armin drank? She wouldn’t have guessed that. He didn’t seem like the type.
She hesitated, biting the inside of her cheek, then looked around. Still no Ymir. Still no familiar faces. And honestly? Armin was the only one not shouting or posturing or mid-makeout on a couch.
So she crossed the room.
When she stopped in front of him, he looked up, surprised but not alarmed. His blue eyes flicked to hers, then away again—nervous.
“Hey,” she said.
He blinked, then nodded slowly. “Hey.”
There was a pause. Not an awkward one—just quiet. Neither of them seemed to know what to say first.
She gestured loosely with her cup. “Didn’t think I’d see you here.”
Armin tilted his head. “Yeah. Same.”
She raised a brow. “You don’t strike me as a party guy.”
“I’m not,” he admitted, shrugging. “Reiner kind of… guilted me into it. He said I needed to ‘touch grass.’” He smiled slightly at that.
Y/N snorted. “Sounds like him.”
Armin nodded, then sipped from his cup again. He made a face—like it burned.
“Whiskey?” she asked, amused.
“Something close,” he replied. “I stopped asking after the first sip.”
“Ballsy.”
He smirked—barely. “Desperate.”
Another short silence. But it wasn’t tense. If anything, it felt… still.
Y/N looked around and then leaned against the wall beside him, her drink still half-full. “You’re in Anthropology, right?”
Armin nodded. “Professor Larson’s class. Tuesdays and Thursdays.”
“I sit three rows behind you.”
“I know.”
She blinked at that. “You noticed?”
He gave a sheepish shrug. “You always doodle in your notebook. Little flowers and faces.”
She stared at him, surprised. “You watch me draw?”
Armin coughed lightly, adjusting his glasses. “Just sometimes. When the lecture’s slow.”
Y/N didn’t know why that made her cheeks warm. She wasn’t used to being noticed like that—quietly, thoughtfully.
“What about you?” she asked, changing the subject. “What’s your major?”
“History and political theory.”
“Oh,” she said, mock-impressed. “You’re one of those.”
He raised an eyebrow. “One of what?”
“You know. The world’s-on-fire-and-I-can-fix-it types.”
He chuckled. “Maybe I used to be.”
“And now?”
“Now I’m just trying to pass midterms and not disappoint my advisor.”
Y/N smiled. “Relatable.”
Armin looked at her then. Really looked. Not just a glance or a flicker. His eyes held hers a moment too long, like he was still trying to decide what kind of person she was. It was almost unnerving—but not in a bad way.
“You’re friends with Ymir, right?” he asked suddenly.
That caught her off guard. “Yeah. How’d you know?”
“She mentioned you once. Said you’d hate this party.”
Y/N laughed out loud. “She’s not wrong.”
Armin grinned, and for a moment, he looked younger. Softer. There was something behind his smile that made her wonder what he was like outside of classrooms and random parties.
“You two close?” he asked.
“Ymir and me? Yeah, kind of. She’s… weirdly good at keeping me out of trouble and getting me into it.”
He nodded. “She helped me pass intro logic. I owe her.”
There was another lull in the conversation, but this time, Armin filled it.
“Do you… wanna go somewhere quieter?” he asked. “I mean—not like that,” he added quickly, “just—my ears are kind of ringing.”
Y/N bit her lip to stop from laughing. He was adorably nervous, even though his words weren’t flirty at all.
“Sure,” she said. “I could use a break from the music and spilled beer.”
He smiled. And for once, it didn’t look uncertain.
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They found an empty room just off the hallway — a guest room, maybe. Someone’s jacket was thrown over the desk chair, and the string lights drooping over the window glowed a soft yellow, casting everything in this muted haze that felt almost… calm.
Y/N stepped in first, then leaned against the edge of the desk, drink still in hand. Armin followed and gently closed the door behind him. The bass from the music outside thumped faintly through the walls, but in here, it was just the hum of quiet.
He hovered near the wall at first, like he wasn’t sure if he was supposed to sit or stand. She noticed the way his hand lingered at the back of his neck — that same gesture he did in class when he didn’t know how to answer a question.
“You can sit, you know,” she said, amused.
He finally let himself slide onto the bed, sitting near the edge, careful not to wrinkle the blanket. She couldn’t help but find it kind of sweet — how careful he was with things.
“So,” she began, “besides political theory and failing to enjoy parties, what else are you into?”
Armin looked thoughtful for a second, then let out a short laugh. “You mean like hobbies?”
“Sure. Give me something unexpected.”
“Hmm…” He looked up at the ceiling, thinking. “I like bad documentaries. Like, really bad. I watched one last week about competitive duck herding.”
She blinked. “Duck… herding?”
“It’s a real thing.”
“No, it’s not.”
“It is. There were little obstacle courses and everything.”
Y/N shook her head, trying not to laugh. “That’s both the nerdiest and weirdest thing I’ve ever heard.”
He gave a small grin, pushing his glasses up. “You asked for unexpected.”
“Touché.”
“What about you?” he asked. “What’s something most people wouldn’t guess about you?”
She paused. “I have a horrible taste in music.”
“Define horrible.”
“Like, early 2000s emo bands and girl group one-hit wonders.”
Armin looked impressed. “That’s a bold confession.”
“I stand by it,” she said, mock-defensive.
He leaned back a little, relaxing now. “I kind of love that.”
She smiled. “You’re not going to psychoanalyze me now, are you?”
“Tempting,” he joked. “But no. I’m off-duty.”
The room fell into a quiet lull again — not awkward, just… still. Like both of them were finally comfortable not filling every second.
Armin shifted a little. “I don’t really talk to girls much.”
Y/N glanced at him. “I kind of figured.”
“Was it that obvious?” he winced.
“No, not in a bad way. Just… you seem like the type who doesn’t fake things.”
He thought about that for a second. “I guess I don’t see the point.”
She looked at him carefully. “You’re kind of hard to read, though.”
“I get that a lot.”
“Why’s that?”
He shrugged. “I think too much. About what to say. About how things might sound. I’ve always been like that.”
Y/N sipped from her drink, letting the quiet settle. Then: “You don’t seem uncomfortable.”
“I’m not. I mean—I was. At first. But…” He looked over at her. “You’re easy to talk to.”
She smiled softly, surprised by how genuine that felt. “You’re not so bad yourself.”
He gave her a crooked smile. “High praise from a girl who has a horrible taste in music.”
She nudged his leg with her foot. “Don’t start something you can’t finish.”
His laugh was quiet but real.
She noticed then, in the soft light, that his features were sharp but delicate. High cheekbones, long lashes, a mouth that looked like it didn’t smile enough but knew how to when it counted. His glasses were slightly fogged, probably from the warmth of the room.
And—
Was that a tongue piercing?
She blinked.
He caught her looking, and for once, he didn’t seem embarrassed.
“Oh,” he said casually, “yeah. That’s new.”
“You have a tongue piercing?”
Armin looked almost smug. “Shocking, I know.”
“Wait, are you secretly a bad boy or something?”
He gave her a very mild look. “I got it on a dare.”
“From who?”
“Eren.”
Y/N let out a loud laugh. “That makes sense.”
“I was drunk. He said I wouldn’t do it. So I did.”
“Did it hurt?”
“Like hell.”
She looked at him, trying to imagine quiet, careful Armin in some tattoo shop or back alley parlor, sticking his tongue out and regretting everything.
“That’s actually kind of impressive,” she said.
He shrugged. “I wanted to prove I could do something impulsive for once.”
Y/N tilted her head. “Do you regret it?”
He smiled. “Not tonight.”
Something about the way he said it made her breath catch a little. It wasn’t flirty, exactly — just… honest.
She didn’t reply right away. Instead, she leaned back against the desk, legs stretched out slightly, the tips of her shoes brushing his. She let the moment hang there.
Armin was quiet too, just watching her — not staring, not trying to read her mind. Just being there. It felt strange how natural that was.
“Did you come here hoping to hook up with someone?” she asked, her voice softer.
He blinked at the question. “No.”
“Not even a little?”
He shook his head. “I came because I didn’t want to say no to Reiner again. I didn’t think I’d end up sitting in a room talking to someone like this.”
“Like what?”
“Someone who’s…” He hesitated. “…really interesting.”
She raised an eyebrow. “You don’t even know me.”
“Maybe not,” he said. “But I’d like to.”
Y/N didn’t answer for a moment. She was looking at him differently now. Like something about him had shifted — not just the tongue piercing or the fact that he drank whiskey and watched duck herding. But the way he carried himself. Quiet, but grounded.
She let her foot press a little closer to his.
“Then ask me something,” she said. “Anything.”
Armin looked thoughtful, then asked, “What do you want?”
The question caught her off guard. “Right now?”
“Yeah.”
Y/N glanced at her cup, then at him. “I’m not sure. But I don’t want to leave this room yet.”
He nodded slowly. “Me either.”
The air in the room had shifted. Not in a dramatic way—no sudden spark or electric jolt—but in the slow, unmistakable way gravity shifts when two people begin orbiting one another. Neither of them moved, not really, but everything between them felt warmer. Closer.
Armin leaned back slightly, propping one hand behind him on the bed. His hoodie bunched around his arm. His other hand still held the half-full red cup, but he didn’t seem interested in drinking anymore.
Y/N sat still against the desk, her eyes on him—not piercing, not even curious, just…watchful. Comfortable.
“You ever feel like everyone else has it figured out already?” she asked suddenly, breaking the quiet.
He glanced at her. “All the time.”
“I look around and everyone’s doing internships or planning grad school. Meanwhile, I’m just trying to get through the week without crashing from coffee and panic.”
Armin smiled, small and knowing. “You don’t seem like someone who’s flailing.”
“Because I’m good at pretending,” she admitted. “I talk a lot. Joke around. But underneath, I’m just hoping I’m not screwing everything up.”
He didn’t laugh. Didn’t try to fix it. Just nodded like he understood.
“I think most people are faking it,” he said after a beat. “Even the ones who look like they know what they’re doing.”
She looked at him. “And what about you?”
“I’ve always had a plan,” he said slowly. “I think I needed one to feel like I had control over…anything. But sometimes I wonder if I’m chasing something I don’t even want anymore.”
“Like what?”
“Being taken seriously. Being the smartest guy in the room. Having answers.”
“And now?”
He looked at her again, eyes softer than they had been all night.
“Now I just want to feel like I’m not performing every second.”
She let that sit between them. There was something vulnerable about the way he said it—unashamed, unguarded.
“I like this version of you,” she said.
He tilted his head. “Which one?”
“The one that’s not trying.”
He smiled. “Thanks.”
Another stretch of quiet, but this time, it was gentle. Peaceful.
Y/N slid down from the desk, taking the few steps that brought her closer to the bed. She set her drink on the windowsill and sat beside him, their shoulders barely brushing.
She could smell his cologne now—clean, subtle, with something warm beneath it. Vanilla or cedar. Something that didn’t scream for attention, but stayed.
Armin didn’t move away.
She nudged his arm slightly. “Tell me something dumb.”
He looked over at her, amused. “Dumb?”
“Yeah. Something no one else knows. Something stupid.”
He thought for a moment, then said, “I name my houseplants.”
She laughed. “Okay. That’s a good start. Hit me.”
“There’s a fern in my dorm named Pascal. He’s dying. Slowly. I feel guilty about it.”
“Poor Pascal.”
“There’s also a succulent named Jojo.”
She grinned. “Like the anime?”
He gave her a mock-offended look. “No. Like my old neighbor’s dog. She bit me once.”
“I see,” she said, suppressing laughter. “Is that revenge?”
“Maybe.”
Her laugh was soft, and the sound made something tug at the corner of Armin’s mouth. He looked down at his hands, like he didn’t quite know what to do with them.
She reached for one—without thinking—and traced the edge of his knuckles. “You’re warm,” she murmured.
He glanced at their hands. “Is that a bad thing?”
“No,” she said, quieter now. “It’s nice.”
She didn’t pull away. Neither did he.
“Can I ask you something kind of personal?” she said.
He nodded.
“Have you ever…been with anyone?”
The question hung in the air—not judgmental, not prying, just curious.
He hesitated, then shook his head. “No. Not really.”
“Not even a little?”
He looked sheepish. “There was a kiss. Sophomore year. It was…brief.”
Y/N smiled softly. “Was it that bad?”
“No,” he said. “Just forgettable.”
She turned to face him a little more, their knees touching now. “You don’t seem like the type who’d want something meaningless.”
“I’m not,” he said quietly. “But sometimes I wonder if I missed out on all the messy parts. The weird, awkward first times.”
“You’re not missing much,” she said, teasing gently. “Most of the time, those are just stories you hope no one ever asks about.”
He chuckled. “Good to know.”
She was watching him again. The angle of his jaw. The way his glasses slid slightly down the bridge of his nose. How closely his lips pressed together when he was nervous.
He looked at her, and for a second, neither of them said anything.
Then he asked, voice softer now, “Can I ask you something back?”
She nodded.
“Do you regret coming here tonight?”
Y/N looked at him for a long moment before answering. “No,” she said finally. “Not anymore.”
Armin’s expression changed just slightly—relief, maybe. Or quiet surprise.
She reached out and pushed his glasses up his nose, gentle and unhurried.
“You have really pretty eyes,” she said.
He blinked.
“You probably don’t hear that a lot,” she added.
“I…don’t.”
“You should.”
They were close now. Not touching much, but their bodies were leaning in, mirroring each other. The space between them felt intentional, not accidental. She could feel the warmth coming off of him.
Armin licked his lips, slow. “You’re…really beautiful.”
She didn’t tease him for the way his voice caught. Didn’t laugh or deflect.
Instead, she said, “Thank you.”
There was another beat of silence. Then:
“Would it be okay,” he asked, voice barely above a whisper, “if I kissed you?”
Y/N nodded once. “Yes.”
The soft light of the room wrapped around them like a tender embrace, casting gentle shadows that flickered on the walls. Armin’s breath was shallow, his glasses catching the light as he leaned closer, lips barely brushing against Y/N’s. The world outside dissolved into silence, and all that remained was the subtle, electric hum between them.
Their kisses deepened slowly — not rushed, but deliberate, each movement a careful exploration. Armin’s lips parted just enough to allow a whisper of breath, his tongue teasing the edge of her mouth with shy curiosity. Y/N responded, her own lips melting into his, the taste of him intoxicating and soft. She could feel his tongue piercing moving along her own tongue.
His hands trembled slightly as they slid down the sides of her dress, fingers grazing the smooth curve of her ribs. The fabric was warm under his touch, but his skin was warmer still. His fingertips found the zipper at the small of her back, and he hesitated for a moment, heart thudding in his chest. He pulled back just enough to meet her gaze, the uncertainty in his eyes mingling with a quiet hope.
“May I…?” His voice was low, hesitant, almost a fragile question suspended between them.
Y/N’s breath hitched, and without breaking eye contact, she nodded, the glow in her eyes telling him everything he needed to know — trust, anticipation, desire.
Slowly, reverently, Armin tugged the zipper down. The fabric slid off her shoulders like a whispered sigh, pooling softly around her waist. The cool air kissed her skin as the dress fell away, revealing delicate lace beneath — a bra that clung tenderly to her curves, underwear that traced the outline of her hips.
His breath caught as he took in the sight. She was breathtaking.
He tossed his own shirt aside, the fabric fluttering briefly before landing in a heap. His lean frame was almost fragile, pale skin taut over slender muscles, a quiet vulnerability made visible. A faint glint of metal from his tongue piercing caught the light as he swallowed nervously, the shimmer almost mesmerizing.
Armin’s fingers moved with both confidence and care as they reached behind her to unclasp the bra in one smooth, practiced motion. The straps slipped free, and the lace fell away, leaving her bare beneath his touch.
His lips found the sensitive skin of her left nipple with tender reverence, soft and wet. His tongue flicked lightly, sending shivers rippling through her body. At the same time, his other hand reached around to play gently with her right breast, fingers teasing the delicate skin.
„Armin…“
Y/N’s fingers tangled in his soft, chestnut hair, pulling him closer, a soft moan escaping her lips. The sensations sparked a fire inside her — every kiss, every touch was a silent promise, slow and deliberate, a dance of trust and tenderness.
Armin’s eyes fluttered closed as he savored the taste, the feel of her responding beneath him. He moved with a mixture of awe and nervousness — each gesture careful, as if afraid to break the fragile magic between them.
His hands slid down her sides, tracing gentle lines along her ribs, fingers trembling with excitement and uncertainty. He felt the quickening of her breath against his skin, the soft rise and fall of her chest, and it filled him with a fierce tenderness.
Slowly, his hand wandered lower, fingers brushing the edge of her underwear with featherlight touches. He paused, searching her face for permission, and found it in the way her eyes fluttered open, lips parted in a silent invitation.
Encouraged, he leaned in, trailing kisses down her neck — soft, warm, lingering — leaving a path of heat in their wake. His hands moved with growing confidence, exploring the gentle curves of her body, learning every contour as if committing it to memory.
Y/N pulled him closer again, her pulse pounding as the world around them faded. The quiet room was filled with the sound of their breaths mingling, soft sighs, and the faint rustle of fabric shifting.
Armin’s fingers slipped beneath the waistband of her underwear, tracing the smooth skin there with reverence. He paused, locking eyes with her once more, seeking the silent “yes” that danced in her gaze.
Her nod was barely perceptible but enough to steady his racing heart.
He smiled softly, his nervousness giving way to a gentle confidence as he slowly peeled the delicate fabric down her thighs and off, setting it aside like a treasure.
The moment felt sacred.
Armin moved to his pants, fingers fumbling slightly as he unbuttoned and slid them down. He was already hard to the point it hurt him. He pulled out the condom Eren had given him earlier, before vanishing with Mikasa, his hands trembling just a bit as he carefully tore the wrapper open with his teeth — the tiny crinkle loud in the quiet room.
His gaze never left Y/N’s as he rolled the condom down, fingers steadying despite the nervous energy buzzing between them.
With a final deep breath, he positioned himself at her entrance, the warmth of her skin pressing against him making his breath hitch.
He looked up, searching her eyes one last time.
“Are you sure?” His voice was thick with emotion.
Y/N nodded, a soft smile playing at her lips. “I’m sure.”
Slowly, gently, Armin pushed inside. The sensation was overwhelming — a tight warmth surrounding him, the slight resistance softening as she adjusted to his presence.
He moved with deliberate care, inch by inch, waiting, letting her breathe him in, feel him fully before going further.
„Oh fuck…“
Y/N’s fingers curled into the sheets beneath them, her breath catching and then settling into a slow rhythm.
Armin’s hands gripped her hips lightly, holding steady as he inched deeper, every nerve alive with sensation.
When he was fully inside, they paused, breaths mingling, the moment thick with intimacy.
He began to move slowly, a careful, steady rhythm. His thrusts were deliberate and tender, building a connection deeper than words.
Y/N’s soft gasps and gentle moans encouraged him, her body responding with growing warmth and openness.
Armin’s pace picked up gradually, each motion filled with a mixture of reverence and desire, their bodies moving together like a quiet dance.
„You feel so good Y/N…“
The room filled with the sounds of their connection — breathy sighs, whispered names, the soft rhythm of skin against skin.
Every thrust was a silent conversation, every touch a vow.
Armin’s nervousness faded as the intensity grew, replaced by a fierce determination to be present for her, to honor the trust she had given him.
Y/N’s fingers threaded through his hair, pulling him closer, her voice soft and breathless. “Armin…”
He smiled against her skin, whispering back, “You’re so beautiful.”
Armin’s rhythm quickened, his body moving with an urgency that was both desperate and tender. He buried his face in the crook of Y/N’s neck, his breath hot against her skin as he whimpered quietly into her ear. The sound sent a shiver straight through her, her back arching instinctively as pleasure rippled down her spine.
The sensation was overwhelming — his voice, the pace, the way his body fit against hers. Her fingers dug into the firm lines of his back, holding on as her own climax began to surge. Her moans spilled out uncontrollably, each one growing louder as the pressure inside her built to a breaking point.
“You feel so good, Y/N… so fucking good,” Armin gasped, his voice cracking between ragged breaths. His words, raw and honest, sent her even closer to the edge.
Her hips met his, chasing the sensation, her entire body beginning to jolt as the pleasure overtook her. She was nearly there, teetering on the brink, clinging to him like he was the only solid thing in the world.
“I’m… I’m so close,” she panted, nails raking lightly down his spine.
Armin let out a strained groan, burying it against her skin. “Me too… fuck—Y/N, you’re incredible… you’re so goddamn beautiful…”
That was all it took.
Her body tensed beneath him as her climax hit in a wave, shuddering through her with a sharp cry. Armin followed just seconds after, his thrusts turning uneven and sloppy as the intensity overtook him, his whole body trembling from the force of it.
He stayed inside her for a few moments, catching his breath, their chests rising and falling in sync. Then, with a soft, careful motion, he pulled out, gently holding her thighs as he did, making sure she was okay.
Y/N’s legs trembled beneath the weight of the aftermath, a flushed mess of breathless satisfaction. Armin looked down at her with wide eyes, awe written all over his face. Seeing her like this — wrecked, glowing, trembling from his touch — sent another thrill through him.
“Y/N…” he murmured, brushing her hair back from her damp forehead, “you’re amazing…”
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Hello! I hope you don't mind this, could I request Jade Leech with an overly honest and energetic S/O?
(It'd be cool if S/O is male because I feel like there's something particularly funny about really honest guys)
Jade Leech
Jade likes people like you. He's observing other students pretty much all the time, sometimes out of habit, sometimes because Azul needs him to, so it always feels refreshing when he finds someone that seems particularly interesting in how they act. Even better if they're interesting in a way that comes off so endearing.
He's always curious about how you'll react to things. It's not common to see someone who's both straightforward and expressive, especially not at your level. He likes telling you short little stories of things he notices around the lounge to see how you react, just whatever anecdotes he can get away with sharing.
Both Floyd and Azul know you before you even meet them. Jade might be reserved, but he's not above the temptation of showing off whatever his favorite new thing is. At first, he talks about you just like that, a fun and endearing person he just happens to enjoy watching, but they both know him too well. There may or may not have been a bet on how long it'd take for you two to get together.
Now, in a school like NRC, and getting close to somebody like Jade out of all people, other students might start to think of ways to exploit you— Which is an idea they find themselves abandoning very quickly, as soon as Jade starts to linger around whenever they try to speak to you. It really only takes one knowing look from him, just one silent interaction that you might not even realize took place.
And whether you end up noticing things like that or not, he's kind of just thrilled to watch you. Are you going to question what he's doing, are you going to join in and stand up for yourself? Whatever the answer is, he's there to support it... And to watch closely, of course, like a true weirdo. You can even say that to his face and he'll just chuckle and tease you back, saying that he's so hurt you'd think of him that way while he sticks around and smiles. It's just Jade's version of being really into someone, maybe.

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Yandere! Slasher Hcs

Warnings: Obsessive Behavior, Yandere Thoughts, Bad Writing, Stalking, Possessive Behavior, Reader is Referred as ‘You’
🌟 Yandere! Slasher has been stalking you the minute you moved into his town. Imagine his surprise when he learns that you’ll be attending the same school as him! This must be fate telling him that you’re the one and to get with you quickly! He’s already planning his future with you. From where your wedding will be, how the names of your kids, how many pets the two of you would own. Everything you can think of, he’s already panned it.
🌟 Yandere! Slasher is so socially awkward around you. Whenever you speak to him his knees start shaking and he’s tripping over his words. Just a bundle of nerves and can’t think whenever he’s around you. You probably don’t even notice him or remember him most of the time but whenever you greet him he can basically feel his heart leap out of his chest.
🌟 Yandere! Slasher loves to give you presents and his love language is definitely gift giving. It’s not the normal gift giving though, it’s more of a “Wow look at what my cat gave me” type of gift giving. His “presents” are hit or miss though. They’re either extremely good presents like a stolen gold watch or extremely crappy like a dead bird. It’s very interesting to say the least.
🌟 Yandere! Slasher loves killing people for both the thrill and fun of it. He likes to pick off your friends one by one and watch their faces curl up in fear. Desperately watch you to be isolated from social interaction so that he can observe you without the fear of losing you to someone else. It’s gotten so bad that almost everyone believes that you're the killer since all of your friends end up missing or dead.
🌟 Yandere! Slasher would swoop and clear your name in hopes of looking like a hero in your eyes. When you are eventually cleared from all allegations, he’s the only person that you're actually actively interacting with. Even though he’s gotten closer to you, he still feels all giddy inside and clumsy.
🌟 Yandere! Slasher is the type of person to just steal your trash. Remember that fork you threw away? Well that’s his now. Remember that empty water bottle? It’s his new refillable water bottle. What about that napkin you threw away yesterday? Well, it’s at his house next to his bed. That man will literally be on his hands and knees digging out of the trash to find whatever thing that you threw away.
🌟 Yandere! Slasher is so down bad that he has his own fake mini you plushie that he sleeps with every night. And yes made that plush himself. He literally salivates at the idea of sleeping on a bed with you. Literally wants to be with you so bad. He gets increasingly annoyed whenever he’s not around you or has his sights on you.
🌟 Yandere! Slasher would definitely kidnap or abduct you one day. He’d basically do it in his signature serial killer costume. Yandere! Slasher would prefer it if you had a group with you during this. He just loves the chase and it makes everything so exciting. Loves the idea of you slowly starting to panic as everyone disappears one at a time. It has him jumping for joy.
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Things were looking terrible for both you and your group. The murder was still after you relentlessly and wouldn’t give up no matter what. Everything was looking so dim. None of you were able to call the police for some odd reason, it felt like someone was jamming the internet. Nothing was working but a singular phone that could only be used to text messages to a singular unknown phone number. This was your current predicament, trying to strike a deal with a psycho killer for your lives.
Random side character: (trembling) while sending a message “Please let us go we’ll give you anything”
Originally, you all didn't have much hope, but what you all didn't expect the killer to reply so quickly.
Yandere! Slasher: “Anything is fine?”
Random side character: (trembling) “As long as you let us go, we’ll do our best to help you fulfill your wish.”
Yandere! Slasher: “I want the cutie standing over there to be my spouse. Specifically the one that has [describes your appearance]
Everyone : "????"
You: “What the fuck—“
Before anyone could react, the opposite side began to send messages quickly. You couldn’t believe that it was possible for someone to type this proficiently. It was like the other person wasn’t even typing at all. Their typing skills were faster than a normal person talking. If your life weren’t in danger right now you’d be applauding.
Yandere! Slasher: “I am a male, 6’6, and have no bad habits. I have been ranked first academically since I was a child. I was admitted to multiple Ivy League Universities with excellent scores. At present, I have not killed anyone in the last 24 hours. I am very kind. My family is very rich and I can provide you with a happy life. I will do all the housework after marriage. I will do all the laundry, cook, and clean the house. I can hand over all my salary to you. I will never quarrel with you, and I also guarantee that I will only love my spouse in my entire lifetime. This is my photo.”
After this sentence, more than a dozen photos were sent from the opposite side. Different backgrounds, different angles, and different clothes. The only thing the photos had in common was that they were carefully photographed. It was obvious that the photographer was working hard to get his good side.
Yandere! Slasher: “If you don’t like my appearance, I can always get plastic surgery. If it’s my gender you have an issue with, then it's not impossible to become a woman.”
All eyes were on you right now and the only thing you could say at that minute was,
“…. What the hell?”
Pt. 2
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ESCAPE 3
PART THREE
"I'm living the dream, somebody heard my wish"
pairing: Chan x reader x Hyunjin
tags: Smut, 18+ MDNI, m/m/f, slow burn, man on man action, (read to find out the rest lol)
word count: 2.2k
This work contains mature themes, MINORS DO NOT INTERACT!!
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Chapter three
Hyunjin was getting home at around 1pm. Afternoon seminar be damned, you were strategizing- class wasn’t going to get in the way.
You thought you could all get what you wanted, if you played your cards right.
At 12:50pm, you hopped up to sit at the kitchen counter, your legs dangling above the floor. The door to the apartment sat directly in front of you, across the living room, a straight shot to the place you and Chan would be waiting, staged for Felix when he made it home.
You were gambling today -– mostly on Hyunjin, on what you thought he might want in this situation; but you were betting on yourself as well, on your ability to pull this shit off. It was one of your wilder stunts, you thought, but really, what was there to lose?
Worst case, it would too awkward to hook up with Hyunjin anymore after this –- and you’d hate that; but it wasn’t like the two of you were actually dating. You had the foresight to know you’d be sad for a couple weeks, but then you’d get over it.
Chan, you were a little more worried about, but after going over the details of your plan, he’d squared his shoulders and looked at you with a glint of determination in his eye.
“I want to do it,” he’d said. “Fuck it, anyway. Yearning is shit. I should bite the bullet.”
“You’re sure?” you’d asked.
In response, he’d extended his hand, and you’d shaken on it, firmly, like business partners. Not the sexiest thing you’ve ever done with a future lover, but whatever, you supposed.
Now there was a thrill burning in the pit of your stomach, and you were excited. Best case; this would be wonderful, possibly one of the most pleasurable nights of your life –- the stakes were too tempting not to at least try.
“If you wanna stop, just tell me,” you said, beckoning Chan towards your seat on the counter. “We can end this anytime.”
“I’ll finish what I started,” he murmured. “But thank you. Are you ready?”
You smirked.
“Yeah,” you said, reaching out to tug at his shirt until he was standing braced between your legs, facing you, away from the front door.
For a split second, you hovered, inches away from each other, his tank top fisted in your grip, his hands hovering just above the bare skin of your shoulders.
“You know you can touch me,” you said, meaning to be playful, reassuring; but your voice came out husky. You shivered. Abashedly you realized that besides being excited, you were nervous, too.
Gently, so gently, Chan raised his hands to cup the space where your head met your neck. Your hair bunched around his grip, and you were incredibly conscious of his breathing, which is slow; even and regular.
It was 12:55pm.
You parted your lips, and Chan’s eyes flickered down momentarily. He ran his thumb down the line of your jaw, so focused, like he was trying to memorize something.
You could feel the pulse in your neck, could smell his clean aftershave. You felt intoxicated, slightly, as Chan exhaled and his breath ghosted across your face.
“Oh,” he said, his expression still sharp; concentrated. You raised your eyebrows, your eyes heavy-lidded. You realized with a gorgeous, sinking feeling how much you loved the feeling of Chan’s hands around your neck.
“You’re beautiful,” he said. “This’ll be fun.”
Then Chan dipped his head and pressed his lips to yours.
And he felt so good, he was gentle at first, letting you relax into the kiss. You pressed your hands against his chest and felt the tension ease out of your shoulders. He pulled away, then leaned back in to nip at your bottom lip, and you didn’t try to hold back the little gasp it pulled out of you. He reacted to that, huffing out a breath, tangling his hand more securely in the hair at the nape of your neck.
Tentatively, gently, you rolled your tongue against his mouth, and – God- that made him gasp, which you decided was a sound you adored, and then he started to tug at your hair. He hitched a finger through your belt loop, pulling you close; he ran his hand up your side; the skin of your arms pricking with goosebumps at his touch.
When he pulled your hair hard enough to break your kiss, to tilt your chin back and bare your neck, you moaned his name –you knew exactly what you were doing – and in response, he swore loudly, burying his face in your neck. You flushed with pleasure over how rough he became, like he was slipping out of his own control.
He started to bruise you with his mouth, sucking dark hickeys onto the skin of your collarbone, your shoulder. Sighing, you licked the side of his neck, nipping at his ear, gliding your tongue over the sensitive skin of his earlobe. He grabbed at the backs of your knees, greedy, pulling you forward until you were pressed even harder against him, braced back against the table, and then he rolled his hips against you. The pressure between your legs made you gasp, the entire lower half of your body throbbing with need.
“God,” you breathed in his ear. “You’re so fucking hard, feels so good”
The moan that pulled out of him when you ground back was exquisite.
You stored away the fact that he had a praise kink for later, almost missing the sound of the lock turning in the door. But Chan noticed -– you felt him stiffen, freeze in place, and you realized what’s happening.
You grabbed a fistful of his hair and pressed your mouth to the shell of his ear.
“Don’t stop now,” you whispered. “Please.”
You pulled him back, and your eyes met – you winked- and then he was kissing you again, his hands running up your body and pulling your legs to wrap around his waist, his mouth on your neck, his back to the door.
It’s hot that he trusts me this much, you thought to yourself. You kept one hand in his hair, the other arm looped around his back. You had a perfect view of Hyunjin as he walked through the entrance, throwing down his keys, slinging off his backpack and looking up to see-
Wait, what the fuck is he looking at right now?
You trained your eyes on his expression immediately watching as his face twisted through a rapid set of emotions.
First, surprise.
Next, an indignant, brief anger –- you almost gave up, then, as his hands clenched into fists, afraid he’ll leap forward and rip the two of you apart.
But his face changed again, almost immediately, into a glassy shock of want. He was watching you both silently, and he looked confused, but he also looked –- well. He looked the way he looked when you were alone together, while you stripped off your clothes piece by piece as he watched from the bed.
He looked hungry. You felt a perfect lurch in the pit of your stomach.
You’d won the bet.
Slowly you reached your free arm out, locking eyes with Hyunjin in the process. His mouth opened, eyes narrowing, like he was about to ask you a question –okay, maybe a lot of questions – but you crooked a finger at him wordlessly.
Come here. You beckoned.
Fuck, it was delicious, how he obeyed, walking towards you both like he was in a trance. Chan still had his face buried in your neck, lost in the feeling of your hand tugging at his hair, of your legs wrapped around his waist; but he pulled away to look back at what was happening.
“Hyune,” he rasped. “I -–”
“Shh,” you said, and you and Hyunjin realized who was in charge of the situation at about the same time, as Chan snapped his mouth closed, going still and silent.
“Hyunjin,” you say, pushing Chan back, gently -he was panting– and hopping down from your seat on the counter. Hyunjin was close, a step towards him was all it took to close the distance between the two of you.
“I,” he started, then swallowed, licking his lips. “I should be kicking you out right now.”
You were much shorter than he was, and he used his height to glower down at you, trying to be menacing.
It wasn’t working at all.
“I don’t think you wanna, though,” you said, wrinkling your nose.
“What the fuck do you think you’re doing?” he hissed.
You had never seen him act this upset before, but you grabbed one of the strings on his hoodie and tugged, languid. You were not particularly worried, even though he was mad -– it was standard practice in the more intimate areas of your situationship for you to be what could only be described as a fucking brat. If he wanted things to really stop, there was a safe word he knew. But he hadn’t used it.
The worse you behaved before you fucked, you thought assuredly to yourself, the more Hyunjin liked it, and the harder he took it out on you later. None of this was outside that realm, not yet.
Besides, you knew what he wanted. It was all over his face, radiating off his body like heat.
“About to be fucking your roommate, what’s it look like?,” you said brattily. “Want in?”
Hyunjin flushed, his brown eyes glittering as they danced from your face to Chan’s.
“What– you. You mean- wait. Chan, you-”
Chan straightened, adjusting himself as best he could in his disheveled state.
“Invitation’s open if you’ll have me, Hyune,” he announced, and you cringed at the gracelessness of his backhanded proposition. Maybe he really was kind of a dork.
Hyunjin’s face went through its little cycle of emotions again, this time faster. It settled on a bemused, slightly hysterical look of acceptance.
“Okay,” he said. “Okay.”
He turned around, took a few steps forward, then whirled back to face you both. You were silent, eyebrows raised. Waiting.
After a brief pause, Hyunjin took a breath, then clapped his hands together once.
“Okay,” he repeated. You kept your eyes trained on him, but wished you could steal a glance at Chan, who you were sure had a priceless expression on his face.
“I’ve received a lot of new information in the past minute, but I’m done processing it now,” said Hyunjin matter-of-factly. “This isn’t how I imagined my afternoon would look. Nor is this how I imagined we’d get to this particular point as a trio.”
“As a -–” Chan choked out. “As a trio? You’re saying you’ve thought about this before...”
“Well duh. Have you seen yourself?,” snapped Hyunjin, cutting him off. He pointed a finger at you accusingly. “You came up with this?”
You smirked and shrugged your shoulders. “Guilty,” you said.
“Huh,” Hyunjin huffed, rocking back on his heels. “Always thought I’d be the one to initiate.”
You crossed your arms over your chest and cocked your hip to the side.
“You were taking too long,” you said petulantly. “I have to do, like, everything myself. You don’t always have to be in control. In fact, I know sometimes you like it when –”
“I’m not complaining,” Hyunjin said.
“Almost sounded like you were,” you said. “Can I get a thank-you, even–”
“No,” he snapped, stepping forward. “I’m not gonna thank you for trying to fuck my roommate -–”
“You were thinking about fucking your roommate –-”
“Thank you,” Chan interrupted.
Both you and Hyunjin went abruptly silent and turned to face him.
“Jesus. Forgot you were there for a second, man,” Hyunjin said.
“Don’t be rude,” you said, but you were grinning. The worry you felt only minutes earlier had evaporated into a thrumming excitement, a thrill radiating from your solar plexus and out to the tips of your limbs. This was fun.
You reached out and grabbed Chan’s hand, lacing your fingers with his, still facing Hyunjin.
“C’mon,” you said. “Wanna take this elsewhere?”
Hyunjin stared. You reveled in the speechless expression of wonder dancing across his features.
“What?” you asked. “Sorry, want me to spell it out? Wanna go to your bedroom with me and Chan to f–”
“I didn’t really think you’d want to,” Hyunjin said in a timid voice. “Do this, I mean. With me.”
He looked over at Chan.
“You either,” he added.
You paused, taking in the fact that he was being sincere. You were surprised when it was Chan who spoke up first.
“I think… the three of us… it would be nice,” he said tamely. Then, as if realizing how small he sounded, he lifted his head, squaring his jaw.
“I-I want you both,” he said more firmly. “It’s excessive, I know. But I… I wanna be excessive, for once.”
You looked pointedly at Hyunjin.
“Yeah, and like duh; I’m a little bit of a slut,” you added cheekily. “So…”
Hyunjin broke into a pretty smile, it spread across his face like a sunbeam. His smile always made you soft, so you let him sweep you up in his arms, relaxing as he carried you effortlessly to his room, Chan trailing eagerly behind him.
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More Than Honour
Chapter 3: The Night Continues
Anthony Bridgerton x fem!reader
Introduction: There’s more to a ball than just romance, don’t you think? Sometimes, the most interesting moments happen in the quiet corners—where friendships are formed, secrets almost slip, and glances carry more weight than entire conversations. Tonight, it’s not just about Anthony (though, let’s admit, his brooding stares are hard to miss). It’s about being seen for who you are by more than just him. Penelope has her secrets, Benedict has his amusement, and you… you’re learning that your place in this world doesn’t depend on any one man noticing you. Still, when the Viscount does notice? Let’s just say—he’s not great at hiding it. Enjoy, my loves. 💫
You take another sip of your drink and scan the room. If Anthony is determined to avoid your gaze, so be it. You are not one to waste an evening brooding over a man who refuses to acknowledge whatever game the two of you seem to be playing.
Your eyes land on a familiar figure near the edge of the ballroom—Penelope Featherington. She is standing quietly, hands clasped before her, her expression composed but her gaze darting across the room as if she is cataloging every interaction.
You make your way over, stepping beside her with an easy grace. “You look as if you are deep in thought,” you murmur.
Penelope startles slightly before turning to you with wide eyes. “Oh! I—” She flushes. “I suppose I am.”
You smile at her reaction. “Observing the ton in its natural habitat, are you?”
She lets out a soft laugh, tucking a stray curl behind her ear. “Something like that.”
You glance around the room, lowering your voice just slightly. “And what scandalous observations have you made thus far?”
Her lips twitch, and for a moment, there is something unreadable in her expression. “Oh, you would be surprised.”
You tilt your head. “Would I?”
She hesitates, then gives a small shrug. “People rarely notice the ones who stand quietly in the background. They speak freely, thinking no one is listening.”
Your eyes narrow playfully. “A dangerous skill, I imagine.”
Penelope’s smile is secretive. “Perhaps.”
You take a step closer, lowering your voice even more. “Tell me more, penelope. Do you ever find yourself tempted to share these things you learn?”
She meets your gaze, and for the briefest moment, there is something sharp and knowing in her eyes. Then, just as quickly, it is gone, replaced with her usual sweetness.
“Only with the right people,” she says demurely.
You hum. “And am I the right person?”
Her smile grows. “That depends.”
“On?”
She leans in slightly. “How good you are at keeping secrets.”
A thrill runs through you at her words. There is something intriguing about Penelope Featherington—something more than what she allows the world to see.
Before you can press further, a voice interrupts.
“Pen, I do believe you owe me a dance.”
You both turn to see Colin approaching, all boyish charm and easy confidence. He offers his hand to Penelope, who hesitates only for a moment before placing hers in his.
She casts you a quick glance before allowing him to lead her away. You watch them go, a small smile playing on your lips.
You exhale softly, rolling your shoulders back. Enough standing at the edge of the ballroom, enough observation. If Anthony Bridgerton is too preoccupied to dance with you, that is hardly your concern. There are plenty of partners, plenty of opportunities to enjoy the evening.
With that resolve, you step toward the dance floor, your gaze sweeping over the gathered gentlemen. Some are familiar—lords who have danced with you before, some charming, some dull. Others are new, men eager to impress, their eyes lingering on you in silent invitation.
You allow your feet to carry you toward the dance floor, where a gentleman bows in greeting.
“Would you do me the honour?”
You glance up, taking in the man before you. Lord Archibald Remington. A young viscount, well-dressed, with an air of easy confidence. He is handsome in a polished way, his features symmetrical, his smile practiced. A suitable distraction.
You offer him your hand. “It would be my pleasure, my lord.”
He leads you to the floor just as the musicians strike up the next dance. A waltz. You place your hand lightly in his, your other settling at his shoulder as he guides you into the steps.
“You are quite the enigma,” Lord Remington muses as you move.
You arch a brow. “Am I?”
He smiles. “Indeed. I have seen you in the company of the Bridgertons often, and yet you are not one of them.”
You tilt your head. “Must one share a name to be a part of a family?”
He chuckles. “Spoken like someone who has their loyalty well placed.”
You hum in response, glancing past his shoulder. You eyes flit over the gathered crowd—Violet watching with quiet approval, Eloise making a face at her latest dance partner, and—
Your breath stills.
Anthony.
He is standing at the edge of the floor, one hand loosely curls around a glass of wine, his gaze fixed on you. Unreadable. Intense.
You inhale, forcing yourself to focus on your partner. “And tell me, my lord,” you continue, voice smooth, “do you make a habit of collecting enigmas?”
He grins, seemingly unaware of the tension brewing just outside your circle. “Only the most fascinating ones.”
The dance continues, and while you keep your expression composed, your pulse quickens under Anthony’s gaze. He does not look away, does not move, as if he is committing every step to memory.
The music swells, and your partner twirls you, guiding you effortlessly back into place.
As the final notes play, you dip into a graceful curtsey. “Thank you for the dance, my lord.”
He bows. “The pleasure was all mine.”
You take your leave, walking off the floor with practiced ease, ignoring the weight of Anthony’s stare. If he wishes to say something, to do something, he will.
Until then, you are not his to command.
You slip away from the dance floor with effortless grace, smoothing your hands over your gown as you weave through the crowd. You do not glance in Anthony’s direction, though you can feel the weight of his gaze, a silent presence lingering, just beyond your periphery. Let him look. Let him stew in whatever thoughts plague him.
You find Penelope standing slightly apart from the crowd, watching the room with a quiet attentiveness most would overlook. You slip beside her, your voice light, teasing. “Observing or scheming?”
She startles slightly, then recovers with a small smile. “Perhaps a bit of both.”
You sip your drink, eyes following hers across the room. “One must have a keen eye to keep up with the ton’s gossip.”
Penelope chuckles, though there’s something carefully measured in her tone. “Gossip finds those who listen for it.”
“Mn,” you hum. “And yet, some seem to always know more than others.”
She shifts slightly, fingers tightening over the stem of her glass, but her expression remains smooth. “You give me too much credit.”
You let the moment hang, your own expression unreadable. Then, with an easy smile, you change the subject entirely, letting the tension slip away as if it had been there.
A small test, nothing more. And yet…
Perhaps there is something to be learned from watching a person’s reaction rather than their words.
You let the previous moment dissolve, slipping into something warmer, easier.
“I imagine being best friends with Eloise means you hear all sorts of interesting things,” you muse, giving Penelope a knowing look.
She laughs softly, shaking her head. “Oh, you have no idea. She has theories about nearly everything.”
You lean in slightly, as if sharing a grand secret. “Does she have one about me?”
Penelope’s smile turns sly. “She does, actually. But I think I shall make you guess.”
You feign a sigh, placing a hand over your heart. “How cruel, Miss Featherington. To withhold such precious information.”
She giggles, a genuine sound this time, and you feel the tension from earlier fade. A connection, a little thread of camaraderie woven between you.
For now, that is enough.
The evening continues in a pleasant haze of candlelight and soft music, the ballroom alive with laughter and the shuffle of satin against polished floors. You remain at Penelope’s side for a while longer, your conversation drifting between sharp-witted observations and quiet amusement at the evening’s spectacle.
“You know,” you say, watching Cressida Cowper tosses her hair in the direction of a thoroughly unimpressed Lord Morrison, “I have always admired your ability to remain composed through all of this.”
Penelope lifts a brow. “You assume I am composed.”
You smirk. “A lady with secrets always is.”
She huffs a small laugh, but there is a flicker of something unreadable in her eyes before she schools her expression. “And do you count yourself among those with secrets?”
You meet her gaze, letting a slow smile curve your lips. “Oh, undoubtedly.”
For a moment, there is only the sound of the music and the murmuring of guests around you, but the conversation shifts before the moment can stretch too long.
By the time you part ways, there is an ease between you both that had not been there before. Trust, carefully sown, waiting to grow.
As the night winds to a close, you find yourself standing at the edge of the ballroom, watching as the last of the guests begin to drift away, their laughter softer now, their movements slower with the weight of the evening’s revelry. The candlelight flickers lower, the music quiets, and a cool breeze from the open terrace whispers against your skin. You exhale, a breath of contentment, of quiet exhaustion, before turning toward the familiar sight of the Bridgerton household—your home, your family in all but name—knowing that whatever the next day may bring, you will meet it with the same unwavering poise.
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