periwynters

[periwynters]

tinktess​:

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     There was nothing that could have prepared Tessa for the enormous, world-shaking, life-changing event that would happen on this otherwise ordinary day, when the familiar jingle of the bells above the shop door alerted her to the presence of a customer. She frowned to herself as a feeling came over her that had been occurring with strange frequency lately; it wasn’t an unpleasant sensation—on the contrary, she felt a unique, tingling warmth—but it did confuse her, and there was nothing that bothered Tink more than the burning itch of curiosity. She had experienced this, whatever it was, several times on campus over the past year, without any clue as to why. But it felt like something was drawing her in, calling her in a way.

     This time, it was stronger than ever before. Hardly feeling her feet beneath her, she drifted from the back of the book shop towards the front, more because of the force tugging her in that direction than the conscious decision to greet whoever had just entered. When she came around the corner of a bookshelf and face-to-face with the person standing there, her jaw dropped. She was going to need more than a minute to process the fact that their face was a mirror of hers—and not just the expression, but every feature.

It was crazy that for as much as they loved books, they hadn’t been to Pixie Hollow yet. They’d heard a few people mention it, and Peri had been meaning to drop by, but they’d just never found the time. But now they were free, and decided what better way to spend the day than in a bookstore? 

But it was as they got closer that Peri noticed that strange tug inside of them. Something warm--warmer than they normally ever felt. Like an invisible string pulling them toward something. they’d felt it before, but never like this. Never this strong. Peri almost hesitated at the front door. Whatever this calling was, it seemed to be right inside. Was Peri ready to face that? They didn’t know. Part of them wanted to try again some other time, but they couldn’t ignore that curiosity. That itch of excitement and adventure that called them in. Taking a few deep breaths to keep themself--and their magic--under control, Peri walks in.

And it’s just a bookstore. Sure it’s cute and filled with books, but there was nothing life changing in there. Honestly, they were a little disappointed. That is, until they started around the corner at the same time as an employee and Peri’s heart almost stopped. They... were looking at themself? No, this... Their mouth was slightly agape, and they blinked a few times, trying to figure out if this was real. And clearly, the person in front of them was feeling the same way.

“U-um...” they started, a nervous laugh almost bubbling up in their throat. “Hey?” Was that really the best opening line they had? Apparently.

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hockeystarriley​:

“Okay, Ry, this is the day. You’re going to do it,” Riley said to themselves as they stood in line for the Ferris Wheel. Heights were terrifying. Riley had always had a bit of an issue with them. So, when they were at the front of the line they panicked. “I don’t know if I can do this,” they said as the ride operator ushered them towards one of the carts. Riley’s eyes widened as they looked up and turned to the person next to them. “Um, would you like be my ride buddy? I’ve never been on one of these…”

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There were a lot of people at the carnival, which was to be expected. And it’s fine, they’re not horrible around people. But they do tend to get a little more nervous. Just in case something happens. But no. They’ve got this. They’re in control of themself. And besides, they would never turn down a chance to go on a ferris wheel. When they hear a voice in the line in front of them, though, Peri looks away from the twinkling lights on the spokes of the massive wheel and turns to them. “Oh, sure,” they say, stepping toward the cart with them. “You’ve never been on a Ferris Wheel before?” it’s not accusatory or like they’re going to make fun of the other, it’s just genuine curiosity. Because as someone who would make a B line for the ferris wheel whenever there was one, it’s surprising to them.

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Peri Wynters || Twenty-One || Student || Magical

Peri has tried very hard in their life to gain control over their powers. They’ve certainly gotten better, but you can often tell how they’re feeling when it comes to the type of ice and snow they make. When angry or sad or upset, Peri has found they create ice. But not pretty ice like you would skate on or make sculptures with. Harsh and dark and colder than cold ice. Like a frozen sea. Sometimes it scares them how their powers react with their emotions.

Thankfully, Peri’s gotten better at keeping both their emotions and their powers under their control. Though, there are sometimes when feelings run too high and deep--both positive and negative— and they find themself losing that control.

Winter is obviously their favorite season because they don’t have to hide their powers as much. However spring is a close second. They’ve always felt so close to spring. Both because their birthday is on the first day--or the last day of winter as they’ll sometimes look at it-- and there’s just something so… comforting about it. To see everything coming back after the cold, dark winter. They love it.

Not summer, though, summer is too fucking hot. Thankfully they run cold and they have their powers, but sometimes Peri wonders if they’re made of ice because it seriously feels like they’re going to melt in the heat.

There’s still part of them that feels so lost, even back in Walt Grove. Like a piece of them is missing. They’d love to find whatever--or whoever--that is. And who knows, maybe feeling whole again is the secret to fully being able to control their powers.

Peri is fairly curious and often finds themself wandering around places they probably shouldn’t be. Like deeper in the woods or in abandoned lots. It’s just nice to get out and clear their head in this way, though.

The other place Peri often finds themself is the library where they’re trying to do book learning to figure out their magic and whatever this draw is that they have here. They also just like reading and like the peace and the energy of the library.

It’s weird how everyone calls them Tessa, and they do their best to be understanding and just politely correct them, but it’s strange. It feels like a clue, but so far, that lead hasn’t brought them anywhere yet. Mostly because whenever they ask “who’s Tessa?” people just look at them funny.

They haven’t decided what they want to study yet in school. There’s not really a degree in winter magic, so they’re still trying to figure it out. Art is sometimes fun, but they’re not great at it, and all their other talents and hobbies don’t really seem to have a place as a future career. They’ve got time to figure it out, though.

Peri does often worry about accidentally exposing their powers to the wrong people. It’s all so tied to their emotions that they don’t really know when something might accidentally trigger a reaction. Not to mention, they’ve heard whispers that there are people who both don’t like magic and want to control all the magic, so it’s probably best for Peri if only the people closest to them know about their powers.

And even then, they haven’t found anyone quite yet to share that secret with.

They love that they can go out in the cold in just shorts or a sundress. It always freaks people out and they love not having to worry about bundling up or covering up a cute outfit with a bulky coat.

Their magic definitely seems stronger in Walt Grove, but at the same time, there’s that other draw and pull here. Beyond just their magic. They’re still trying to figure out what that is, but Peri is determined that they will. They just have to be patient and keep looking for answers. They’ll find them eventually. They have to.

Peri is a little shy, but they’re definitely coming out of their shell more and more. It’s a lot easier to be outgoing when you have friends--something they never really had a lot of back in their old town.

They don’t resent their aunt, they know that she was just trying to do what was right and good for Peri, but it’s still hard to know that somewhere out there there is a completely different person that they should’ve been calling mom. And it’s still weird to look at their aunt and think of her as anything but their mom. They do miss her a lot, and the two of them text all the time, and will call at least once a week.