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Authorr, can i please request a little snippet of kid rhys' reaction the first time he found out he found out that he's gonna be a big brother/that atticus is taking in another kid?

He peers through the peep sight, inhaling a deep breath and steeling his limbs as he releases his fingers latch on the bowstring. The arrow soars through the air, and Rhys grins as it lodges in the bullseye segment.

“Nice shot!” Atticus congratulates him while clapping languidly. Rhys startles at the man's unannounced arrival. “You’ve been working hard on your aim.”

Rhys beams brightly at the attention and compliment, preparing to load another arrow and make a seemingly millionth shot. He doesn’t dare glance from his target.

“Though, you could work on your observation skills,” Atticus suggests with an amused chuckle. Rhys’ brows furrow, and he glances towards the man with a tilted head and narrowed eyes.

He freezes, staring with wide eyes and raised eyebrows at the unmistakable mass coddled in Atticus’ arms.

“Are they dead?” he asks tentatively, dropping the raised bow and warily awaiting an answer as a pit grows in his stomach. Atticus guffaws, his chest rumbling and the body he carries shudders with the motion.

“No, they’re quite alive,” Atticus replies. “They’re our family now, Rhys. And remember what we do for family?”

“We protect them,” Rhys responds confidently, standing upright and puffing his chest.

“Meet your sibling,” Atticus says, kneeling to Rhys’ height and allowing him a glimpse at their newest addition.

Rhys’ breath catches in his throat as he stares at the sleeping toddler, his eyes wide with wonder and his mind racing with excitement. “I can’t wait to teach them how to fight and shoot a bow!.”

“They’ll have to settle in first, but I know you’ll be a good brother and teacher to them.” Atticus smiles, reaching one hand out to ruffle Rhys’ blonde hair.

“And protector too!” Rhys exclaims, grinning broadly.

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i need to know, what was Atticus’ reaction to MC (maybe even child!mc) calling him dad for the first time?

This really took me forever to answer 💀

Exhaustion has long settled within him; finding a home within every fibre of his being. He’d spent weeks in rugged terrain hiking dozens of miles a day but nothing tired him more than the child staring at him with wide, alert eyes and a lively grin.

He can’t tell if he wants to cry or scream yet he remains nestled under the warm quilt, one arm wrapped around the child’s petite body.

“It’s time to rest now,” he encourages, silently praying to the god he’d never believed in; begging for relief. “We need to sleep so we have the energy to play tomorrow.”

“What are we going to play?” the little one asks inquisitively.

“Whatever you’d like,” he replies after releasing a deep sigh.

“Can we play hide-and-seek? I’m good at that game.”

“Yes, but we need to rest first.”

The child nods eagerly, squeezing their eyes shut tightly. Atticus almost yells with delight as minutes pass and the child remains still, but any hope he had for slumber collapsed when the child’s eyes blearily reopen.

“Goodnight, Dad,” they murmur with sleep-laced words, before their eyes shutter again. Atticus’s heart stammers, and for a moment he briefly wonders whether he’s experiencing a heart attack, but the flutter of butterflies in his stomach and the smile on his face tell him otherwise.

He’s tempted to draw them into a tight cuddle. He wants to kiss their forehead. But he doesn’t dare disturb the child that had fought him and sleep so fiercely.

Instead, he allows himself a few more peaceful minutes next to them before carefully extracting himself from the bed and tiptoeing out of the room.

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Can you do that last ask with atticus too please?🥺🙏

Do ya'll like hurting me like this? I wrote this at 2am during depressi hours™️, hopefully it's not complete trash 💀

TW: Death

Atticus’ warm arms cradle you, nestling you close to him; a sense of familiarity washes over you, and you welcome its solace. His callused palm rests atop your blood-splattered cheek, his thumb rubbing slow, small patterns.

“It’s okay, I’m here, and I won’t go anywhere,” he says, his voice steady and stolid. “It’s time for you to rest, okay? It’s been a long day.” He smiles down at you, but it’s strained. Why is it strained? You yearn to ask, but you can’t; your mind and body fail to cooperate, your mouth remains closed, and the words linger on your tongue dying to escape. “Everything will be alright, kiddo. I’ll be here when you wake up,” he continues, as assured as ever. 

You feel at peace - your breath slows impossibly more, your body feels weightless, your injuries numb, and your thoughts dim as your eyes slowly shutter. As your body falls limp, Atticus inhales a shallow, sharp breath; one after another in rapid succession, but none seem to reach his lungs. Time falters as he clings to you, staring at you and committing your features to memory and the tears he’d desperately concealed as you took your final breaths release. 

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What would rhys do/say in a scenario where the mc is dying on their arms and there's absolutely nothing he (or anyone else) could do to stop it?

TW: Blood, death

His hands tremble, hovering above your wounded body as he kneels beside you. Blood seeps from numerous areas; lesions, lacerations, and punctures ooze the crimson fluid, his eyes brokenly dart from injury to injury as he undoubtedly struggles to plan and, for the first time ever, your brother hesitates.

“It’s okay, Rhys,” you whisper, words you know he doesn’t want to hear but needs to. You do your best to smile, though it will only be a gesture that haunts him. How you comforted him in your death, yet he was incapable of soothing you. How he couldn't save you. A bath of scarlet death has surrounded the both of you, both suffering in your own ways for the same reason; death.

A tormented, shameless sob erupts from him as his strong arms engulf you; his warmth brings welcome relief from the coldness sweeping through you. His chest heaves with each wail, rocking you towards your endless rest, and his tears fall to your forehead as he presses a lingering kiss to your temple.

“Why does it have to be you?” he chokes, sniffling between each word. “What did I do to deserve losing you?”

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Is Cam the RO that going to be the most protective? I feel like I read that once but I can not remember 😂

Yes, Cam is the most protective RO. For those of you who wanted to romance Rhys, I suggest a Cam route! Cam is protective of both their friends and romantic partner, so romancing them isn't necessary.

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a little appreciation note by a lil delivery snail 🐌💌 just played the demo love the budding found family vibes ALSO CAM love love love them!! and love love love your work!

I'm so happy you enjoyed it, I'm excited to publish more Cam content in the next chapter!!

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Can you please send the tightest hug to Rhys and tell him he's the bestest brother in the world? <3

Rhys tenses in your embrace for a mere second, but his arms wound around you loosely before they tighten, fiercely holding you in an unyielding hold. 

“I don’t know what I deserved to earn such high praise, but I will always protect you,” he murmurs, still clutching you with his chin resting atop your head. “My life depends on it.” 

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Zero and Donovan would be ✨iconic✨ together. I 100% support this ship

Does anyone remember that trend that was like “who do you ship your ROs with”? No? Well I couldn’t stop myself, so…

With ZERO:

Zane Baron from @ingenio-if — Zero is soft and caring and would just make it their life’s mission to make Zane happy

Donovan from @huntingthehunter-if — Zero would 100% die if flirted with but also be very protective and that’s a recipe for something amazing

Kai da Silva from @blackwood-if — two golden retriever/mom friend types? Give me. 

With ONE:

Luca/Lucy Olsen from @adangerousgame-if — I simply think it would be hilarious, with how feral and unhinged One is.

Alex Sancho from @beetlebethwrites (you live and fern) — bickering, teasing, maybe lovable bullying even.

Sebastián Navarro from @whatlovelybones-if — the angst <3 also One knows a lot about loss, so yes, angst.

With THREE:

Maksim Umarov from @zephite-if — I see the two of them as that quiet but judgemental but caring couple and it’s wholesome

Amelie Cadman from @veirsewrites (water to blood) — I have a feeling Three would have a constant headache but would also be very happy about it so.

Æsc Stone from @mannaheim-if — two quiet smartasses is always an amazing dynamic.

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What are the reactions to MC who is touch averse holding the ROs + Rhys' hand for the first time? (Of course not forced, because the MC wants to)

Lachlan smiles and lifts your hand to his mouth, pressing a soft kiss to the back of your hand. His grip on your hand is loose, so you can pull away whenever you’d like.

Donovan is grinning and starts swinging your latched hands. His grip is firm, and his thumb rubs the palm of your hand in slow, soft circles. He'll smile every time he sees you or hears your voice for the next few days.

Gwen flinches and glances at your adjoined hands. She’ll hold your hand for a few moments but will then find a distraction (aka a reasonable excuse to let go).

Brynn almost has tears in their eyes; they’re ecstatic you trust them and are comfortable holding their hand. They’ll probably crush you into a tight hug before quickly stepping away and apologizing. They’re giddy the rest of the day and won’t tell anyone why.

Cam squeezes your hand gently but otherwise doesn’t show signs of noticing your action. They’ll hold your hand for as long as you’ll let them. If anyone makes a comment Cam will glare at them in a “say it again, I dare you” kind of way.

Rhys briefly stares at you with wide eyes but quickly looks away and carries on with the conversation or activity, trying not to show a reaction. He doesn’t say anything and doesn’t glance at you out of fear he’ll fluster you or make you uncomfortable with the attention. He’ll let you hold his hand as long as you want to.

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Okay, but how would Rhys react to said shovel text?

Rhys is ~probably~ already with you, considering he wouldn't knowingly let you go out at midnight alone. But if he's not, he's sprinting to you. He has a shovel, and as soon as he sees you he's asking about injuries. After he's sure you're okay, he's demanding you leave and let him handle whatever it is. Meanwhile, you haven't been able to explain why you needed him, and it may (or may not) be for the reason he's assuming.

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okay, this needed to be asked, ROs vs MC messaging/randomly telling them in the middle of the night “I need you to meet me outside, bring a shovel.”? <3

Lachlan’s heart is beating erratically, but he’s on his way. He doesn’t have a shovel, but he has his first aid kit, and he’s praying his initial worries are wrong.

Donovan arrives with a shovel, gloves, a change of clothes for both of you and a million questions. You will not escape this situation without sharing a very detailed explanation.

Gwen doesn’t reply to your text and doesn’t arrive until a few hours after receiving your message. She doesn’t ask any questions, she will, however, judge you.

TW: vomiting Brynn vomits on their way to you and spends the journey trying to come up with reasons for your message. They try telling themself you’re gardening at midnight. They bring a hand shovel and some flowers because they’re really hoping you want to garden.

/TW Cam stomps the entire way to you, muttering curses. They have a shovel, a weapon and a massive frown. They don’t ask any questions, but they quickly scold you for being out so late.

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A Dangerous Game is a spy thriller inspired by the book Codename Villanelle and the show Killing Eve.

Setting(s): Washington D.C. || Paris, France || London, England || Moscow, Russia

Genre(s): Spy Thriller, Espionage, Action/Adventure, Romance, and Drama.

Warning(s): This story is rated 18+ for depictions of violence, profanity, sexual themes, blood, mentions of torture, consumption of alcohol, murder, and past abuse.

DEMO (TBA)

Codename: Phantom

Appearance: N/A *old witness ID included in back of file.

Threat Level: Always expect them to be armed and extremely dangerous at all times. Never let your guard down.

It was this file— the words carefully typed and catalogued— that has completely controlled your life for the last three years.

Working for the CIA, you’ve grown accustomed to hunting down the worst of the worst. The people who would give you nightmares without truly trying. None of them have controlled you like this one person; a being so illusive that they’ve never truly be seen. Even the picture you do have— an old bureau sketch— probably wasn’t the most accurate thing. Not a single sole in this entire world, at least the ones who’d talk to law enforcement, knows what they look like; the greatest assassin this world has never seen.

None of this, however, stopped your quest in tracking them down; body after body following you as you do so.

Never stopping to think that while they had your attention you could possibly have theirs in return.

And what that could mean for you in the long run…

Play as a CIA Agent that has become obsessed with tracking down the worlds greatest assassin. Will you be able to handle it when their attention turns onto you too? Or will everything crumble underneath you?

Customizable MC: name, gender, sexuality, appearance, hobbies, and a smattering of other things.

Call back to DC every now-and-then to make sure that everything is still in order; your plants aren’t dead, your pet is fed and taken care of, and everything else.

Will you be able to capture the illusive assassin? Or will they capture you?

Romance 1 of 5 possible options that will hopefully make this game all the more enjoyable for you.

Don’t let your guard down. As things may not be as they appear…

Angelus/Angelina Grey [M/F] - The Phantom

33 [6’4” | Blue-Green Eyes | Raven Black Hair]

The object of your obsession. The one that has eluded you for far too long. Of course, you didn’t expect that you’d finally meet them when they decided to come to you. Asking you for help on a mission that could bring down the entire shadow operation that’s employed them for years. Can you trust them? Only time will tell (and the absence of a knife in your back or bullet in your skull).

“If I would have known just how delectable the person following me was I would have done this much sooner,” they purr, a hint of a smirk ghosting across their lips as they saunter closer; ice clinking in their glass of whiskey as they do so. “Unfortunately this is a business call. Though I do hope I get to experience some pleasure down the line too.”

Luca/Lucy Olsen [M/F] - The Partner

32 [5’8” | Hazel Eyes | Onyx Black Hair]

Your unofficial partner within the Agency that has always had your back no matter what; even if their disapproving gaze followed you every time you rushed off to follow up on another lead. They’d follow you to the end of the world if you simply asked— though they’d probably grumble about it the entire way— and you don’t know where you’d be without them.

“What in the absolute fuck do you mean that you’re with the Phantom right now?!?” The shout— and the almost shrill nature of their tone— causes you to wince ever-so-slightly; not even being able to respond before they continue. “I’m going to be on the next flight. Do you hear me the next flight. You better have a damn good explanation for me when I arrive.”

Julian/Juliet Quinn [M/F] - The MI6 Agent

34 [5’11” | Forest Green Eyes | Golden Brown Hair]

Under the guise of interagency cooperation, you enlist the help of an infamous agent within the SIS. An agent that’s almost as revered as James Bond himself. With a flirtatious attitude, witty retorts, and a bold approach to life you knew that they were exactly the person you needed. Especially if you were going after the corporation that had even a ruthless killer scared.

“Sure I’ll help you,” they reply, with a small shrug. “I’ve been wanting to see the sights for quite some time and it’s about time that I get my ass into gear and go on another mission. Of course, this isn’t one that’s officially sanctioned by my agency. You better come through on my favor, whenever I ask, because of what I’m putting on the line for you.”

Noel/Noelle Myers [M/F] - The Contact

29 [5’5” | Dark Brown Eyes | Dark Auburn Hair]

Your way into some of the seediest places within the world; a bright and enigmatic soul that has always been able to put a smile on your face when you needed it. It was of no surprise that you need to enlist their help in stopping a corporation within their own playpen. Maybe something more will grow the longer you spend time with them?

“You know when I agreed to help you with this, I didn’t think that it would involve me almost getting shot,” they muse absentmindedly, their attention never truly shifting from the screen of their computer. “You know I prefer my body without bullet holes, right? I think that’s something you should think about before you make up a dumbass plan again.”

Oliver/Olivia Cole [M/F] - The Handler

35 [6’1” | Sapphire Blue Eyes | Dark Brown Hair]

One of the few people that’s been behind you 100% on your quest to catch the Phantom. With a warm smile, compassionate eyes, and a gentle soul, many are surprised by the line of work they decided to be in. Especially when they learn that your Handler was one of the greatest field agents within the CIA. You don’t know where you’d be without them and you don’t want to find out. You just hope they won’t be too disappointed when they find out what you’ve done.

“Are you sure everything is okay, Helvetica?” The question is asked gently, the soothing timbre of their go is something you needed greatly. Even if you knew you’d have to lie to them soon. “I can arrange a pickup if this has become too much. There’s no shame in returning empty handed. Please, tell me what you need.”

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Demo Release - Prologue

Happy April Fools' Day!

This is not a joke, however, this is the link to the prologue demo. Enjoy :)

Any bugs or grammar errors can be sent through asks here, thanks!

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i've read this several times in the last two days. it's definitely one of my favorite ifs. i just can't get enough of the characters and relationships. thank you for all your hard work. <3 if you're planning to publish this or another work, just know you have a supporter in me, hehe.

You're so incredibly kind, you're gonna make me cry 🥺

I've had a really rough week (don't remind me it's only Wednesday), thank you for lifting my spirits!! 💕

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is the story set in the modern world? like there’s technology and things like that

Admittedly, this is an area I need to refine a bit more, but I don’t envision the Hunting The Hunter world as our world. Does that make any sense??? I feel I can’t pinpoint it to an exact era, as it has language from the modern world but doesn’t have technology or any of the components of the modern world. If I had to choose a time period, I’d say its setting or ‘vibe’ is similar to the 1860s-1870s. That being said, it’s obviously not historically accurate in any way lol

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It’s so sweet seeing all the love being spread through the community lately, thank you!! 💐💕