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like for a short starter from one of my muses!

[mantlehold]

like for a short starter from one of my muses!

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gonna revamp for a fresh start (sorta; keeping the pinned but expect a new starter call, etc). <3

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hey guys, i will be holding off on replies for a bit as it's been hectic. my mom is in the hospital due to an inflamed pancreas / a possible infection and i am still in emotional shock. i will do drafted replies next weekend as i just need to step back for a bit. inbox and replies to open starters are welcome in the meantime, and i'm so sorry for the inconvience and the wait.

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"i plead the fifth. won't be answering that." noemie teases as she stuck her tongue out at the other woman, yanking out a book so she could skim through the pages for her own perusing.

she has done break ins before but only for a place to stay and to stay warm in the colder months when her car didn't suffice enough. before she landed a job and finally had somewhere to stay. / @wildestdrcam.

dora peers around the magazine rack, watching as noemie examines some nearby books. she laughs lightly, walking over to her with a magazine in hand. "what does 'not exactly' mean?" her eyes widen slightly as she points to herself. "who, me? no way." she shakes her head quickly. "you're just a bad influence." || @mantlehold

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sacred romantic moments

“ don’t go. stay. “

“ but you’re here, so stay. “

“ i don’t want to be alone tonight. “

“ just come over. “

“ let’s be alone together. “

“ i didn’t know where else to go. “

“ i don’t want us to be apart anymore. ever. “

“ i wouldn’t have called you if it wasn’t important. “

“ you can talk to me about anything. you know that, right? “

“ just… be honest with me, do you hate me? “

“ i could never hate you. not really. “

“ you’re my friend, but… sometimes i wish you were more than that. “

“ we’re not just friends. you know that. “

“ i think i’m falling in love with you. “

“ can i hold your hand? “

“ yeah, you’re in love with me. “

“ just hold me. “

“ things would be so much easier if we were honest with each other. “

“ why can’t you be honest with me? with yourself? “

“ maybe you could stay? just for tonight? “

“ it’s dark outside, and it’s raining. my arms are much safer. “

“ you can’t keep doing this. you can’t keep lying to yourself. “

“ i can’t keep lying to myself, or to you. it’s not fair on either of us. “

“ i think you should kiss me. “

“ kiss me like you mean it. “

“ just kiss me. “

“ you shouldn’t kiss me right now. “

“ look me in the eyes and tell me you love me. “

“ you can’t lie to me, you know. “

“ you know me better than anyone. you always have. “

“ you’re pretty amazing. you know that, right? “

“ you’re just… you’re extraordinary. “

“ you’re good to me, you know. really good. “

“ you’ve made me the happiest i’ve ever been. “

“ i don’t know what i would have done if you weren’t here. “

“ our love can conquer anything. “

“ and for many generations to come, our love story will live on. “

“ i want you to marry me. “

“ if you asked me to marry you tomorrow, i’d say yes. “ “ what about today? “

“ marry me, name. marry me and make me the luckiest [x] in the world. “

“ your kiss could mend a broken heart. “

“ are you going to kiss me again, or do i have to do it myself? “

“ i could cry, that’s how much i love you. “

“ you’re worthy of my love. “

“ truth is that i’m so damn in love with you that i don’t know what to do with myself. “

“ maybe tonight, it’s you and me. “

“ i don’t know what the future holds. all i know is that i hope you’re in it. “

“ could you promise me one thing? “

“ promise me that we’ll be together, no matter what. “

“ it’s you and me, forever. no matter what. “

“ i didn’t want to tell you until i was sure, but… i’m pregnant. “

“ we’re going to be family! “

“ this baby, it’s the best thing that could ever have happened to us. “

“ i can’t believe this, we’re going to be parents! “

“ dance with me? “

“ may i have this dance? “

“ you’re my whole world, you know. “

“ don’t speak, just… kiss me. “

“ you have no idea how long i’ve been wanting to that. “

“ i’ve been wanting to tell you for so long… “

“ so… is this like, a thing now? “

“ i always miss you, even when you’re next to me. “

” i miss you. i miss you so much it hurts. ”

” i don’t want you to miss me. it’s tearing me apart. ”

“ you make me happier. “

“ i love waking up next to you. “

“ my favorite thing is falling asleep next to you. “

“ come cuddle with me. “

“ this is torture, isn’t it? “ “ not in the slightest. “

“ do you love me? “

“ could this be something more? “

“ move in with me. “

“ do you think we should move in together? you spend all your time here anyway. “

“ are you serious? i’ve had a crush on you for as long as i can remember. “

“ i know you’re in love with me. “

“ you’re really cute, you know. “

“ you’re so damn attractive. you know that right? “

“ if anybody were to kiss me, i would want that person to be you. “

“ and right now, i think you should kiss me. “

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How Intimidating Am I?

Send 🐹 for “You? Intimidating? Hell no.”

Send 🐰 for barely intimidating

Send 🐭 for slightly intimidating

Send 🐱 for moderately intimidating

Send 🦊 for fairly intimidating

Send 🐯 for very intimidating

Send 🐻 for “MOTHER OF GOD PLEASE DON’T EAT ME–”

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"sunbathing would be lovely." disconnecting from the world at large to spend time in a small bubble with sarah was an opportunity she would be willing to take at any time.

a grin splits her lips as she squeezes her hand with affection, regarding her girlfriend with an intensely adoring gaze. you wouldn't be able to find regina looking as if she were over the moon with anyone else on the planet.

"anything for you. sunbathing next to the woman i love is the dream." / @scinglives.

sarah felt more relaxed than she had in a long time, shutting out the real world, turning off her phone and just enjoying what time they had together. just a week of eating and sunbathing and exploring.

"yeah?" sarah smiled and felt her heart flutter when her girlfriend kissed her hand, just the smallest signs of affection made her heart skip a beat. "where shall we start? sunbathe for a while before lunch? you can have an excuse to massage suncream in to my vampire pale skin."

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REASONS TO CUP A FACE. ( A PROMPT LIST. )

with the help of some very talented and amazing friends, i present to you an unexpected, very spontaneous meme list based on the beautiful art of cupping someone's face! there's a mix of romantic and platonic here, and even a few that defy the boundaries of normal relationship dynamics! i hope you enjoy! as always; DO NOT ADD TO THIS LIST NOR CLAIM IT AS YOUR OWN!

[KISS]: sender cups the receivers face in their hands before drawing them closer for a kiss.

[CHECK]: after an unexpectedly violent situation, sender frantically rushes to check if the receiver is okay, cupping their face to look closer.

[CLEAN]: sender affectionately wipes a smudge of sauce from the corner of the receiver's mouth, cupping their face in the process.

[LIFT]: sender gently cups the receiver's face and lifts their chin so the receiver is looking up at them.

[COMFORT]: sender cups a distressed receiver's face in their hands and steadies them by resting their foreheads together.

[ATTENTION]: during an important conversation, the sender takes the receiver's face in their hands and firmly directs their focus on them.

[MAKE-UP]: while applying make-up on the receiver's face, the sender cups their face in order to keep them still.

[PRIDE]: after the receiver succeeds in a remarkable achievement, the sender cups their face and tilts their foreheads together to express how proud they are of them.

[WHISPER]: in order to have a private, hushed conversation with the receiver, the sender cups their face and draws them close to make sure they can be heard.

[HAIR]: in the process of pushing the receiver's hair back from their face, the sender lets their hand rest against the receiver's cheek a moment longer.

[GROUND]: during a moment of intense emotional stress, the sender gently takes the receiver's face in their hands to ground them until they're calmer again.

[WONDER]: unable to comprehend how incredible the receiver is, the sender decides to simply cup their face in their hands and marvel at them instead.

[LAST LOOK]: before going into a situation that may result in their death, the sender takes a moment to cup the unaware receiver's face in their hand, just to take a final look of admiration at them before they go.

[SACRIFICE]: the sender cups the receiver's face tenderly to distract them, right before shoving them out of the way (to safety) and facing an attack alone in order to buy the receiver enough time to escape.

[BELIEF]: in a moment where the receiver is lacking in self-confidence, the sender cups their face tenderly and professes their faith in the receiver's abilities.

[DISBELIEF]: after the receiver has done something completely unexpected (and reckless) the stunned sender cups their face in their hands while trying to get them to explain why the hell they did it.

[BETRAYAL]: trying to keep the receiver calm before the big reveal, the sender cups their face gently to keep them steady, and then reveals that they're the villain.

[WOUND]: after the receiver has been wounded, the sender tries to keep them calm and conscious by cupping their face in their hands and talking to them to keep them focused.

[INJURY]: after having been badly wounded themselves, the sender tries to reassure the frantic receiver by cupping their face and comforting them.

[RAMSAY]: after the receiver commits a culinary crime, the sender presses two slices of bread against either side of their face, cupping their face to hold the bread in place, and calls them an idiot sandwich.

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"it went pretty okay. we didn't have many clients since the months and weather is getting colder." it meant more peace and quiet for the mousy alessa on days where she didn't feel too comfortable interacting with people.

but how could she mention mary lit her day up the moment she walked in through the door? she didn't want to be responsible for the awkwardness floating in the air the minute such an admission flees her lips.

she cards her fingers through dark locks, a nervous smile dancing upon the plains of her face. "but, um. . . my day is a lot better now that you're here." and there is it. / @gccdwitch.

“Yeah, yeah. Exactly.” Mary grins, following after the other. “I love a good challenge.” She watches as Alessa gets her purchase ready and looks around, desperately racking her brain for anything else that she can talk about, any other plausible reason for her to stay. “Thank you,” she says, looking down at her two new responsibilities. “Hopefully, these ones make it.”

Mary rocks back on her converse, pursing her lips, lingering a little awkwardly. She wants to stay and talk with Alessa more but she’s scared that it’s not going to seem very natural. “So um… did you get a lot of clients today? How was your day?” / @mantlehold

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"you go do that." she was calm and composed regarding their situation. they simply needed to wait for the raging snowstorm to peter out so they could leave safely, and no longer to suffocate in the awkward and tense atmosphere filling the lodge.

the older woman expels out a sigh as she walks over to the nearby sofa to deposit herself on top of it, slipping on her glasses when slim digits clawed out a book she had been reading from her bag.

despite the tension post their breakup, soo yun still did deeply care about regina. even if she didn't want to admit it outright and publicly; becoming more reserved regarding her feelings in the aftermath. / @gcddamnvampire.

She had never been built for relationships. She had no idea why but for some reason, things always ended up in catastrophe. Communication had never been her strong suit, for starters, she liked being able to live her own life separate from someone else's. It was why she was much better at being a sugar baby than she was at being a girlfriend.

They should never have become an item. If only because Regina was now still regretting losing the other's company and the tense relationship that had grown between them. She didn't like arguing, didn't like the negative emotions she'd been feeling towards the other recently, and just wished things could go back to before.

A groan of frustration passed plump lips as she looked past the other and out to the snowstorm raging outside. Yes, this was just what she needed.

"I'm getting drunk." The statement was blunt as the brunette turned and headed for her liquor cabinet, rummaging through it for the strongest alcohol she could find.

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"men have a tendency to overlook or underestimate." once living with her now ex husband led to her perceptions regarding herself and her self worth being blasted to smithereens, but now she had rebuilt herself.

resentment and discontent bubbled within her being once but she had to present herself with grace and dignity. soo yun wished to a better example of a human being, to be better than the person who dismantled her personhood. to be an upstanding model for her children to follow as an example.

"it does, definitely." she would agree with faye's statement as she regards the woman with a warm smile and gaze, "and i am proud of it. i really am." / @redemptioninterlude.

she doesn't know what this woman has lived, save what seems to be a full life, from what she's hearing. and sure. maybe she had gotten herself ready today for what ended up being a TERRIBLE DATE, but it seemed telling that soo yun seemed still so willing to showcase grace, and a willingness to look out for the silver lining amongst it all.

and who ever got it right, always, anyways? faye knows she hasn't. having transformed herself from her parents' pride, into someone who was better described as once having so much potential. it sours in her stomach. it marks her defiant, and willing to take on MONSTERS to prove out her worth. it might not be the route her parents might have hoped for her but... at least it would be hers.

"so. does this make you a high flying, single, and charitable woman?" her delivery is flat, as if to turn the whole thing within a SARCASTIC means. but instead, her palm folds from beneath that perch of her chin, cracking at her fingers, slighted with a thought. "and here, to think. that absolute loser of a man thought that he didn't need to at least have the courtesy to show up on time to take you out. you definitely did yourself a favour shucking that idiot off. i don't get it. how someone could.. i don't know. overlook that, i suppose. and here, i was hoping this got better as the woman did. should have known that some people are foolish, no matter when the point in their lives... this is me saying, that's actually pretty impressive, and you should feel insanely proud of it"

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"ah, both of them. challenging yourself, i see?" affectionately teasing mary seemed to bubble up from within the florist rather naturally, alessa immediately heading to the counter to place the two pots containing the kalanchoe and rebutia on the countertop with a soft 'there we go', adjusting her glasses absentmindedly.

part of her was subconsciously easing into impressing mary with her botanical knowledge, whether she was aware of it or not.

it wasn't often someone came around to the flower shop to talk with her as numerous times as mary did. sure, she could be overthinking and looking too into things, but she was brimming to the top with pride. / @gccdwitch.

“Oh yes.” Mary nods her head, brimming with joy when she notices how happy Juliet seems to be at the affection she showers her with. The relaxing atmosphere of the shop combined with the kitten is soothing and she practically feels some of the day’s stress melt away. “People who don’t like cats or animals in general cannot be trusted. That’s what my twin always says and I agree. He’s a certified animal lover, though, he’s studying to be a vet.”

She tries to tone down her excitement, though it’s probably still very obvious when she turns to Alessa, nodding her head. “Okay, great!” Mary bounces on her toes. “I’m not going to blow up your phone or anything, I promise. It’s just very nice to have someone who actually understands what’s going on at hand. As we’ve seen, my track record with plants is not the best.”

Mary eyes both of the pots presented at her and blurts out, without truly any thought, “I could take both.” She gestures loosely towards the florist, eyebrows raised slightly. “It looks very cute. Both of them do. So, I think I could give it a shot. I don’t promise anything. Except that I’ll try my best.” / @mantlehold

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"you don't to thank me, i'm just doing my job of keeping you safe." a faint redness infiltrates freckle dotted cheeks as the car pulls up to the curb, regina immediately following rosalie out of the car and closing the door behind the both of them with a subtle sigh falling from her lips as the cool air hits her skin.

now she needed to go into work mode which was easy to switch on. months on the job and she already knew what she should be doing at all times and it still felt rather surreal.

dark eyes immediately scanned crowded streets for any camera, anyone shady and out of the ordinary. funnily enough with this job, she had to be on the mark and alert at all times. she figured years of ... experiences seemed to assist her with that endeavor unintentionally. / @gcddamnvampire.

"Absolutely! You do a wonderful job. Honestly, I don't know how to thank you for making me feel safe," she confessed, a faint blush appearing in her cheeks despite the grin on her lips.

She'd been quite literally thrown into the limelight after a viral video, which led to the record deal. Rosalie hadn't been prepared at all for how different things had become now that she was well known and most of the time, she didn't know how to deal with it. Having Regina at her side just made everything so much easier, and she knew she didn't need to worry. It was a blessing, truly.

Blue eyes drifted out the window as the car pulled up to the curb, Rosalie putting on a pair of sunglasses like that was somehow supposed to conceal her identity. The street was rather crowded but there didn't appear to be any cameras...yet.

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"no, not exactly." a grin curls at the dark haired femme's lips as she allows her fingertips to glide over the spines of books that nestled on one of the bookshelves, her gaze flickering over many titles. many she held familiarity with and many she didn't even know existed.

noemie turns to her, brows arching in amusement. "how about you?" / @wildestdrcam.

"oh, i get it. so it's just the thrill for you, huh." dora teased lightly, standing to wander over to a rack of magazines. she began to rifle through them casually, fingertips trailing over the pages. "you ever been caught doing something like this?" || @mantlehold

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"no, i'm free. just finished up on work."

she knows she is going to regret sending that text and welcoming herself at luke's place and back into his arms. pain and regret swells within her breast as she toys with her car keys, her slim digit tracing over the outlines of her keys with a heavy sigh.

even as she tried to swallow and drown any lingering feelings, the love she felt for him was still real and raw. soo yun could not deny that fact and she knew it, they both did. she treasured the time she spent with him and their marriage, but the pain that blossomed from the divorce and being apart was just as real and apparent. / @popcultr.

luke puts his phone down, sprawling across the bed, his eyes close just for a second and he's about to drift off into sleep. but then his phone beeps with a reply, oh no, he shouldn't look at it.

he opened his eyes and he reached for his phone, it was soo yun. luke reads the reply, he stares at it, unsure if he should even text back, but he wants to. his fingers clumsily type out a reply and he deletes it, luke repeats this process a few more times, until he settles on something, "are you doing anything? you should come around" he hits send. sober luke knew this was a mistake, they were meant to be giving each other space, he would regret this in the morning. but drunk luke didn't care, he just wanted to see her again, he hated being apart from her, right now all he wanted to do was hold her. he hoped that he'd get another reply. / @mantlehold