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Me coming out of nowhere with this but as someone who works HR, please for the love of all that's good don't put PII on your resume. It should be obvious but that means your social, your date of birth, and place of citizenship. 😩

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Sesame is protecting the warm one, round form hunting down little bugs and creatures that seem to make themselves welcome in his abode.

This includes slapping the absolute tar out of any person Sesame personally doesn't like.

SESAME HAD BEEN HANGING around him quite a bit lately, which in itself, wasn’t really a problem. He found the cat rather endearing despite their rather…bossy nature. Sure anyone who got too close to him was usually attacked by those soft beans that could slap fifty times in less than a couple seconds, but that was just a sacrifice that had to be made. Honestly, he had no idea who they’d slap, or why they’d do it. Sesame would be fine with some people, but not others. Try as Ozymandias might to understand that mind of theirs, it was, sadly, unfathomable. ❝What thoughts are floating about in that head of yours?❞ Well, at least he was well protected. No one could argue that the Sun King had the best bodyguard in the entirety of Chaldea.

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OH, IF ONLY RAMSES could hear her thoughts and now that they were of the same mind. Parties like this were very rarely interesting to him. You fake laughed at things that weren’t funny, you pretended to be fascinated in discussion that was absolutely dull, and you had to be strategic about who you danced with. To those unused to settings like this, they’d think it was ‘fun’. In actuality, though, it was anything but. Truly he was grateful for Lumina’s presence. After all, he didn’t have to put on airs with her. He never did. From day one of their meeting, she had been polite, yet always so honest about how she held herself. Such was a breath of fresh air to someone like him who was so used to others acting in ways they thought would please him, or saying exactly what he wanted to hear. He placed the rim of the glass to his lips, pausing only for a second or two upon catching Lumina’s sharp, searching gaze. Heh, worried about him even now.

     Did her guard ever fully drop?

     Well, she was paid to protect him from harm, so… Returning his attention back to the present, only when it seemed his glass was fine did he take a sip of the wine within. ❝It is true that I do not normally hesitate. I am the kind of person who reaches for what I want without hesitation. However, even I get sheepish sometimes, you know.❞ He grinned that teasing grin of his before his gaze shifted elsewhere for a few moments. A swish of his glass, that gnawing uncertainty returning to him in droves despite how much he tried to rely on that liquid courage whose taste still lingered upon his tongue. ❝If I said it was you, would you believe me?❞ Would she think that he was merely jesting? Such wouldn’t have been at all surprising when he did like to poke at others a little for the sake of a chuckle or two. Depending on Lumina’s answer, he might even say that he was just joking in order to hide his embarrassment.

" i'm afraid your words are an exaggeration ... but, i'm nonetheless flattered. " there's a faint hint of laughter that escapes with the flow of her words, arms folding behind her back as she looks out amidst the crowd. the sight of these noble folks dancing and frolicking about in their glamorous outfits, adorned with expensive jewelry and accessories. a part of her is, ironically, thankful she no longer needed to obligate herself to step into that same spotlight as they do. while it was nice while it lasted, it had felt so suffocating way back then, even when she was a mere child. still .... it was not a past that was made up ENTIRELY of suffocating obligations or petty duties; she's thankful of the lessons that she was taught, and forever grateful to her family for supporting her decisions even after she denounced herself from the family title.

with her thoughts trailing her attention away, she steels herself back into the fray of her present when she notices ozymandias lift up a glass drink from a passing server. quickly, blue eyes examine the drink to ensure nothing of its contents stood out as a precautionary measure before her eyes resume on her client's face. " oh ? " curiosity is evidently piqued, eyebrow raised in suit with a smile over her face. the great ozymandias, thinking of taking someone's hand ? even being a bit unsure if they would be willing to take it in the first place ... tonight was a night of firsts.

" i'm rather surprised someone of your caliber is actually hesitating. " her arms unfold from behind her back to resume crossing over her chest, eyes soon scattering out into the crowd of people as if somehow they'll land on this supposed guest that has caught ozymandias' attention. " if it's you, then i have no reason to believe why they wouldn't take your hand, sir. where's that usual confidence ? " she chuckles, amusement dancing across her face. " well ? who is it ? "

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HAH, HOW ENTERTANIING! OZYMANDIAS didn’t think the other would play along! It was easy enough to make excuses and believe that one had misheard him and the insinuation there, but no, his present company had just casually gone along with it without so much as skipping a beat. Laughter slipped from his lips as he waved his hand to catch the barkeep’s attention, leaning forward against the counter and asking for the best wine they had available. Once they were off and about prepping his drink, only then did Ozymandias give the other his full attention once more. ❝Perhaps that is merely an aspect of my divine blood,❞ he teased, his words coming across a simple jest rather than absolute truth. ❝A shame, that. I find scars to be quite fascinating as they can paint quite a picture in regards to a great many things.❞

〝 yeah , i bet you'd love to know , 〞 arys teases back , pleasantly surprised by how forward and flirtatious this man was . the wolf hadn't really planned on meeting anyone at the bar that night , but he'd be lying if he said he wasn't tempted .

maybe if he was a bitt bolder , a bit tipsy . maybe he'd finally give in and warm his bed , if the other was open to it , of course . 〝 but you .. not a scratch or scar in sight . you look a little too adonic , y'know . 〞

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NOW THAT CONALL MENTIONED it, it was too quiet. Eerily so. Normally one would hear the chirping of birds even this deep into the forest, and yet, there was absolutely nothing. Not even the swaying of branches and the shuffling of leaves above. He wasn’t used to traveling through such places like Conall, but even he knew that something must truly be remiss if there was not even the slightest sign of life in an ancient place like this. Even the other’s description of it was starting to make him feel a bit uneasy. ❝You make it sound as if we’re in some Fae wood.❞ Such was probably possible, but surely they would have sensed that earlier, wouldn’t they? Places like that wouldn’t have been able to hide their mana at all. At least, that was what he assumed. Enchantments, though…that might have had an easier time escaping notice. Turning his gaze away from Conall, he began to look around, his frown deepening.

     How unsettling.

     ❝Whoever, or whatever, wants us to remain here, must be quite dangerous. This level of magic is beyond some simple sorcerer.❞ This took finesse and knowing exactly how to wove the spell. A shame that Nitocris wasn’t here. She more than likely would have noticed something far quicker than either he or Conall. At the other’s next words, he smirked, hand held out to the side so that familiar staff could be grasped. ❝A shame that I must destroy this place, but I can have this forest up in flames quicker than you can blink.❞ Destruction was what he did best. After all, all his abilities were ones that involved him holding back to someone extent depending on their location. This would be the first time he was told to ‘go all out’ somewhere that could burst into flames in less than a couple seconds. ❝The enchanter might show themselves, or the forest itself might attack. Are you ready for that?❞

The Berserker made a face at the question, unsure of how to answer it. The mana was indeed messed up, and not just because they were in a singularity. But that wasn't what was bothering him at the moment. "Not quite, it's gotten too silent." The wind, the leaves, the forest and the animals that live in it. They had all gone eerily silent, as if nature itself had muted itself. And he would've thought that time itself stopped if not for the droplets of water falling from a branch to the ground. "I have been thinking..." Thinking, what a curious thing for a Berserker to say. "It's as if the forest itself is keeping an eye on us, almost like a predator waiting for the perfect opportunity to pounce." He was losing it, wasn't he?

"But that makes no sense. Enchanted forests that deceive and trap unlucky bastards inside don't just happen on their own. Something makes it happen, you know?" Right, this wasn't the first time he sees crap like this. In fact, he should be ashamed of himself for not recognizing it earlier. Messing with one's sanity and senses, changing the scenery to make one feel like they're walking in circles, but not quite, the eerie sensation of being watched and followed by something he can't describe... Strange, he doesn't remember seeing any fae traps or stepping into any fairy rings. "Cute stuff, how much fire and smoke can you make if you use your sunny beams here? No holding back, just destroying everything on sight." And they were in a singularity anyway. 'Deforestation' was the last of his concerns.

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The vainglorious sun awakens

And demands the worship of all

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I've been mainly living on the multi since there was a lot I needed to catch up on, but I will get back to normal Ozy schedule soon. Today I want to do a couple of inbox things on the other blog and then finish off the day by playing some w.uwa or watching a movie -- it's up in the air. ^ 7 ^ )b

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circles, thinking about summer

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good smut is really a character study and that is final. i need it to be about vulnerability i need it to be about trust or lack thereof and most of all i need it to be emotional agony. thats what sex is for

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Me on this morning wondering if I'm getting sick, or it's allergies GKGKDKFD. I missed when I teleworked full time because I wouldn't have to take leave if I had a minor illness like a cold that would poof two or so days later and could just isolate at home 😭

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He believes that good deeds shouldn't go left unrewarded. Gives him one of his favorites

HE DOES NOT WANT this at all. Not one bit.

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@dayscorch said (inbox):

Her eyes zero in on Ramses, the fluffy headed meanie pants. She awaits, silently, her tiny hands gripping the side of the wall before she darts out, staring right into his eyes to capture his horror as she tackles him down to the floor. She quickly leans to his throat, biting down on it gently but with a warning press of her fangs. Revenge for no cookies.

KOTO WAS ODDLY COMPLIANT today…which in itself was suspicious. Normally she would have reacted rather childishly to him refusing to give her anything he might have been eating. Yet, she had handled that all rather well. He’d think she was sick if not for the fact that it was impossible for them to get sick to begin with. It seemed he had ever right to be suspicious considering out of nowhere, Koto came rushing at him, tackling him to the floor with the strength of a speeding vehicle. He was so taken aback by all of this, that he didn’t even know how to react, his mind of a muddled mess of confusion. After all, who in their right mind would dare approach him like this to begin with? Koto was not helping get rid of her feral accusations one bit. When he finally recovered, he’d hold her by her scruff like some unruly cat.

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@kojikis said (inbox):

' i wasn't aware that being "powerful" meant thieving sweets like a child, then being begged for them by other children. ' grandpa staaaaare .

❝THESE SOUND LIKE ENVIOUS words.❞ Not really. Orochi probably didn't care one bit. It was just that Ozymandias preferred to have the last word, quickly offering a retort just for the sake of his pride. He couldn't believe he was being judged by this old snake for no reason! Didn't they have far better things to do than hover around, watching others as they went about their day? All that infinite time, and this is how they spent it... SHAMEFUL. ❝If you desired one of the sweets in my possession, all you need do is ask. I may, or may not, grant your request, but at least it was attempted.❞

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@holyscorch said (inbox):

" ahem. ... sir. did you happen to steal a tray of cookies from the kitchen ? " / lumina uh oh

WAS LUMINA A BLOODHOUND?! How did she instantly think it was him who took those cookies? Then again, she always seemed to zoom on him in particular when some form of mischief took place around the residence. Still, he could have been innocent! He wasn’t, but he could have been! Anyway, she didn’t need to know that he had any involvement with those missing cookies. ❝And why would I do such a thing? I have been in my room, sitting and reading this book without a care in the world. Surely, I would have had no time to go from here to the kitchen, and back again in record time.❞ Well, he had his methods. Such methods involving timing, and, of course, being used to sneaking about. However, it wasn’t as if he was going to admit to any mischief. She’d have to find proof he did anything herself. ❝What a shame about those cookies. I was so looking forward to tasting them.❞ Ramses gave a long, dramatic sigh and shook his head.

     Truly a shame indeed.

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OH. OH THAT WAS quite smooth. For a moment, even Ozymandias was at a loss for words. However, he couldn't just stand there in silence, and so he cleared his throat before speaking. ❝You are quite good, Ranger. So you can be mannerly when you decide to be, after all.❞

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NO

Smooches his hand "Howdy, Sunflower~ missed y'somethin' awful."

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Stares @ him, hoping to be given treats---

HMPH, JUST BECAUSE KILLIAN had adorable horse ears didn't mean that he would be getting anything from Ozymandias either! Even though he had little intention on eating all these cookies, he was going to hoard them anyway simply because he could. If anyone wanted some, then they had best find something of interest to a Great Pharaoh.