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You ever just.. have something you like so much that you hide it away to keep it safe--- but then you forget where you hid it so now it's even out of your hands.

Nope. Never could be this mercenary.

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❛  we weren’t trying to be heroes.  ❜ // from luc

" Well you sure could have fooled me! Bad enough that Cynthia nearly knocked over Brady while doing something reckless--- "

She groans, shuffling her steps to adjust the bluenette on her back into a more comfortable spot. Truly at times like these, the mercenary hates being short compared to the rest of the Shepherds. Severa never expected to receive help (which she did not ask for but did appreciate whether she'd say it aloud or not)- so imagine her confusion when she went to dodge an incoming attack from a swordmaster only to see the crown princess bolt in out of nowhere to not only take the hit on the down-swing- catching the princess in the leg- but to wipe out the foe in a single swipe of Falchion.

It probably wasn't as bad an injury as Severa was making it out to be, but she was not about to be indebted to anyone- Lucina least of all. How the brunette managed to convince the princess to let Severa carry her back at all was a mystery- figured Lucina probably agreed just to pacify her for the moment, which it did indeed.

" You're lucky that I was already moving out of the way instead of returning a swing! What if you had gotten hit by both me and our foe? "

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   The blond seems trust worthy.. or least disinterested enough to not panic. Maybe he has seen too much or really is just that good at his job. That’s a relief, at least, as she really needs someone to talk to that can try and decipher her situation and work together on a solution ( if possible.... ). Luna’s a lot calmer now, which isn’t saying much since everything about this is stressful, but she is grateful at the aura around them becoming more comforting than frantic- even if in just her own head.

    “ Squeamish wasn’t the word I had in mind. ‘Disbelieving’ would probably be more accurate. ”

   The redhead knows how outlandish it can sound- but the whole “traveling to a whole other dimension with different forms of not-magic and worlds and animals and creatures” definitely could get her in trouble with the wrong person. She wouldn’t blame them in all honesty. Maybe having hopped between the past and future and present, and then to a different but similar enough reality ( one in which there was look-a-likes of her mother and two of her mother’s allies ) made Luna far more welcoming or understanding. Wild shit happens when you least expect it, and whether you ask for it or not. Taking a deep breath, the Millelith knight pulls together whatever courage she has within herself.

   “ Might as well just get it over with and out there.                                I’m .... not from around here.                       Nor Liyue for that matter. I’m from a different world-                                                                               dimension even, most likely. ”

   She pauses, mostly for herself, but also to let the information sink in for the alchemist. She may or may not have been fussing with the vision hanging at her side the entire walk- the light blue hue flickering on the occasion as Luna stares at it- confusion and frustration fighting for the spotlight. Then she pulls it off from where it was clipped, offering it in an upturned palm to Albedo.

   “ Where I’m from, we have a somewhat similar way of fighting that I’ve seen in Teyvat. We use physical weapons like swords, lances, and axes. Then we have mages who use magic while wielding tomes, what you might call a catalyst here. There are also those who can use combinations of the weapons and different magical elements. I was one of those individuals. When I first got here, it wasn’t long until this Cyro vision appeared in front of me and a catalyst along with it. ”

   Another pause, but this time it is fully for herself. Recalling how startled she was, and how worried she was about those she no longer could find, how angry she was with whatever Gods decided this was to be her fate: a never ending wanderer of time and space. A shaky gasp escapes as she remembers how she tried to call upon her magic to aide her when her sword had broken while fighting off some random group of folks, who she later learned were called Treasure Hoarders, and it only responded faintly. It was terrifying, feeling so weak and lost- helpless even.

   “ I had never been able to use a different element than fire, and then I suddenly had ice at my disposal- but that only lasted so long. I don’t know if it’s because the two are so opposite that they in a way canceled each other out? But I can no longer use either. My catalyst refuses to respond. Nor can I infuse my sword. It is frustrating beyond words. ”

   The redhead looks at him then, holding eye contact as best she can as something in her heart pounds- perhaps the simple act of being so open, with one she does not know, is causing it to be so. One can only hold their wits for so long before going mad, right? She feels ridiculously formal while she speaks, but Luna was raised with manners and perhaps the tension in her shoulders won’t let her use words that are anything less than stupidly polite.

   “ I highly doubt that you could send me back to where I’m from,                                   so I won’t ask that of you.

             But if you could somehow help me ‘fix’ my vision,                                                 or whatever is wrong with me,                                                   I would appreciate it more than you could ever know. ”

 “your conscientiousness speaks volumes. in that case, i shan’t refuse your thanks.”

albedo concedes with all the poise preceding his name, his footsteps light over freshly felled snow. the alchemist pauses, cants his head at luna’s show of hesitation. she needs a guarantee. loath he usually is to repeat himself, albedo volleys back her stare and replies with what he hopes is a clear-cut nod.

          “it’s as you say. unless it necessitates,”  which is to say, of course, if some greater safety were to be compromised,   “i assure you that whatever secrets you disclose to me will remain confidential. we all have our own stories, and reasons at that.”

let the peak of vindagnyr be their sole witness: geo, the element of contracts, shimmering at his collar as if to say; a word from albedo is beyond ironclad.

          “additionally, i am by no means squeamish. does that put your doubt to rest?”  /  @solfaire​, cont.

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✧ |  The sigh he hears is a good indicator of his plan going smoothly.  Noticing the small similarities the mercenary has to her mother almost urges him to speak up.  She would probably scold him if he mentions that out loud.  Best to not tease her too much.

       Reflet can’t help a chuckle this time, amused by the implication.

❝ I’m not sure if that’s a compliment or not…  But a familial bond does feel nice, doesn’t it ? ❞  Somehow, that struck a certain sadness into his heart.  A certain kind of wish he knows he shouldn’t be impatient for.  He can’t dwell on that either, not when there is something more important at hand.

❝ Yes, really. ❞  He gently lets go, already going for the vulnerary he had from within his pocket.  ❝ Just in case you need assistance when I’m not around…  I know you want to do everything on your own, but asking for help isn’t so bad sometimes. ❞

   Maybe it was trick of the sun, but she could have sworn she seen something flash across his face at his words of family. Did.. did he yearn for those related to him by blood to come back from the future, as the rest of the army’s children had done? Wish for family that wasn’t out to destroy the world? Reflet is human, so the brunette wouldn’t put it passed him to desire it.

   Perhaps the Shephards was that family- but maybe just not enough, or in the right way. She gets it, barely having her own family before both her parents were taken from her at a relatively young age. She gets it all too well. Then she says ( without even noticing ):

   “ Honestly.... you’d probably know more about those type of bonds than I would,                                                                                              so you tell me. ”

   Severa almost laughs as the white haired lad pulls a vulnerary out of his pocket- like he knew that she’d give in and, by proxy, need it. How typical. But in a way that confidence is needed in a era like this. Then he speaks of depending on others and that stops the chuckle from ever emerging. When you live through what she has, there’s almost nothing to do but depend on yourself for almost everything. Well- not entirely true. The surviving children of the Shepherds did have each other; though some more reliant than others and some more independent than the rest.

   “ I know you probably shouldn’t hear this from me, of all people,                                        but you could benefit a lot by asking for help as well.

                             If anything: you need it more than anyone else here.”

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❛  be safe. i hope one day we’ll meet again.  ❜ - corrin

It feels so strange to be leaving a group you've come to know so personally... well, again. Just because you do it twice, doesn't mean that the third time will hurt any less. One can say it may even be worse after having to do it over and over again, with no one place to stay settled and to call 'home'. But the idea was to go back to what they once did call 'home', even if it technically wasn't theirs' to start. They'd have to start the search at some point- why not now that their "job" was finished-- The girl had grown up so much in such a small time.. a little nostalgic to see a young princess have to take the weight of the world onto her own shoulders and save it from disaster.. Truly, fate plays in wicked and mysterious ways.

" You sure are optimistic about us reuniting.. I must say, it is refreshing to hear you sound that way after everything.

Or maybe it's just being overly hopeful, but what do I know."

Perhaps she should say more-- give a bigger congratulations? That would almost feel in poor taste, but Corrin had handled all of it astonishingly well. Didn't Anankos know how brilliant their daughter would become? Why send for help from another world ( universe, place in time, dimension- who knows! ) when the snow haired lass wouldn't need it from any of the three that got called? Mayhaps the princess simply needed the strength and experience they acquired from fighting in two wars previous. Selena may not have had a child of her own ( due to her stong belief that they shouldn't be bringing in new life during a war- deeprealms or not ) but she did have some sort of familial bond watching her throughout the years.. Gods, listen to her, age really must be catching up on the redhead! Without realizing it, Selena already took a hold of the princess' wrist. Ah- well, might as well go along with it.

" While, I too wish to see you again to see how much further you can grow into your new life- I'm afraid that it won't happen..

I don't know if I can say why I know that to be the case.. or, perhaps you already have an idea why I cannot say.

All I can say is: Don't be afraid to lean on those around you if you feel like you are struggling. "

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   In a way, Severa understands the concern- specifically the one placed on his shoulders. Looking out for an entire army? Concocting all sorts of plans and side plans and back-up plans and back-up plans FOR the back-up plans? Then the guilt one must feel if something comes and ruins said plans, or any ill consequence that comes of them. Perhaps the brunette really should just give in to the tactician and let him fuss... just this once, of course.

   “ Just get it over with, would you? ”

   She sighs ( yet again ) as she extends her arm out, keeping her line of sight cast downwards and to the side, making sure to avoid eye contact. Not only was it done purposefully ( out of being flustered ), but the mercenary also trusted the white haired man to let her guard down to where she didn’t have to keep her eyes on Reflet at all times- especially if he was coming to her aide. Guess there really was merit to the tactician’s claim that fighting together built a strong bond.

   “ If I didn’t know any better,                        I’d almost suspect you of being my father with                              how concerned you’re getting over a little scrape.

                                                      Vulnerary? Really? ”

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✧ |  The boxes, whether damaged or not, isn’t of Reflet’s concern.  He can’t help a small laughter at Severa’s words.  He’s getting used to her behaviour, something that leads him to believe there’s more than the confident, stubborn side the mercenary often shows.

❝ Well, I’m here anyway.  I might as well make sure you’ll heal. ❞  And indeed he gives a good look at the bandages, to check every aspect.  Careless to one’s body is something he’s all too familiar with, but often ignores the problem.  He considers others before taking care of his own needs.

❝ Maybe I should get you some vulnerary, just in case. ❞

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❛  you don’t have to thank me. i wanted to help.  ❜ - albebebedo

    " I feel like I have to-                   I know as part of the Knights of Favonius, you all can get pretty busy,                                                           especially with so few of you.

                      This isn't exactly a small task that I'm asking of you, you know? "

    Though she almost feels guilty for even asking for a "favor" from someone who barely knows her, but after briefly mentioning it to Zhongli (who in turn asked the Honorary Knight's opinion- while keeping her name out of the equation- and agreed) the man strongly insisted the lass go seek out Mondstadt's lead alchemist and see what could be done- if at all. Doesn't hurt to try, right? Hopefully things will go in a positive direction- even if slowly.

   " Can you promise me that what happens stays between us..                                                  unless absolutely necessary? "

    They likely have heard or seen worse and weirder tales in his field of work, but to be safe- a brief warning is probably for the best. As the slowly trudge through the cold winds of Dragonspine (why all the way out here the redhead will never know but hey it provides a bit of privacy so she’ll take it), she halts her steps.

                                            " Also-- just... try not to freak out. "

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✧ |   ❝ I’m trying to take care of you. You need to get used to it— it’s what friends do. ❞ 

   She sighs, possibly fond and possibly annoyed. The gesture is appreciated no doubt- though the brunette did feel like it was under control in her own hands- but guess that wasn't entirely true as she came out with a scrape on her arm from one of the crates she was carrying slipping from her grasp. The box stayed in tact- thank Naga-that would have been more embarrassing if she ruined their supplies by trying to take too many boxes at once, but we all know Severa's too stubborn at the best and worst of times.

   " Friends, huh?

                          Even if we are, that doesn't mean that I need you                         on my heels checking in on me every few hours,                            acting like a parent checking in on a new-born.

                                                       I told you I was fine.                          I made a mistake, and I'll handle the consequences.

                  Besides, it's just bandages, Reflet-                        not like it requires a small army to simply change them out. "

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🐝  *  ―  𝐁𝐀𝐑𝐁𝐈𝐄:  𝐅𝐀𝐈𝐑𝐘𝐓𝐎𝐏𝐈𝐀  𝐒𝐄𝐍𝐓𝐄𝐍𝐂𝐄  𝐒𝐓𝐀𝐑𝐓𝐄𝐑𝐒.   (  all  of  these  are  taken  from  the  movie  ‘barbie: fairytopia’  released  in  2005.  feel  free  to  adjust  to  better  fit  your  muses.  )

❛  what’s the matter, [name] ? jealous ?  ❜ ❛  we’re trying to do you a favor.  ❜ ❛  if that’s what you want to think, suit yourself.  ❜ ❛  i didn’t think so, but … maybe i should go ask my mom, just in case.  ❜ ❛  at least one of us will get a good night’s sleep.  ❜ ❛  why didn’t i think of that ? oh, wait … i did think of that.  ❜ ❛  i’m sorry. i know how much she means to you.  ❜ ❛  you can’t possibly go all by yourself !  ❜ ❛  believe me, i don’t think i can do it either.  ❜ ❛  yeah, right, i’m different, that’s all. not great.  ❜ ❛  i think i know exactly what to do.  ❜ ❛  but, [name], if it’s so dangerous, why are you going ?  ❜ ❛  isn’t there another way ?  ❜ ❛  it’s a sacrifice i’m willing to make for them.  ❜ ❛  i’ve never seen aynthing like it.  ❜ ❛  today is what they call ‘perfect’. you know what i say to myself on days like today ?  ❜ ❛  yes, it was pretty great, wasn’t it ?  ❜ ❛  i didn’t see you coming up with any ideas !  ❜ ❛  perhaps i should revise those odds.  ❜ ❛  i don’t know how to thank you.  ❜ ❛  you don’t have to thank me. i wanted to help.  ❜ ❛  be safe. i hope one day we’ll meet again.  ❜ ❛  you’re being ridiculous !  ❜ ❛  doesn’t that feel better ?  ❜ ❛  don’t you get it ? i won’t let you come.  ❜ ❛  i’m trying to take care of you. you need to get used to it. it’s what friends do.  ❜ ❛  you don’t think you have a chance ?  ❜ ❛  thanks for dropping by, but get lost.  ❜ ❛  doesn’t that mean anything to you ?  ❜ ❛  come and get me if you can !  ❜ ❛  i’m nothing like you.  ❜ ❛  you’re special but you#re not treated that way, are you ?  ❜ ❛  i know what it’s like to feel different all your life.  ❜ ❛  everything in your little world will be just the way you remember it.  ❜ ❛  you’re so close. so close to everything you’ve always wanted.  ❜ ❛  i knew you could do it.  ❜ ❛  oh, thank you, but we did what we had to do.  ❜ ❛  we weren’t trying to be heroes.  ❜ ❛  you have earned a great gift.  ❜ ❛  you may not need a gift but you still deserve one.  ❜

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Here are some of my fav units from my Conquest playthrough. And Shigure

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kink: the fear in a man’s eyes when he knows ur about to hurt him

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thAT’S MY FUCKING BABY!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!1

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a smol bun selena for u

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   Hiya~ Morgan here! Trying to find a friend to play ‘Tome Stackers’ with. It’s a really fun game, I promise you! Also attempting to hide some ‘presents’ from my mother and come up with a plan to mess with my father… Any takers?

Like and/or reblog to hit up an Independent/Soft-Affiliation ; Selective Morgan from FE13 with FE14&FE:H verses? Hi I haven’t rolepalyed in almost a year and I would love to get back into the swing of things.

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@nephetes

    Sigh. It feels like it’s been a  decade  since she’d last seen her sweetheart--- uh,, huh. Yeah, that’s a thing. Taken a while for it to settle in that this is ( in fact ) a thing... Well then.. With little-to-no regard of if he was doing anything of importance, she not-so-subtly presses herself against him ( leaving zero space between them ) --totally not snuggling into his shoulder with quiet huffs.

    “ ....Where..... have you been? ”

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   D.... Did the logout button get removed... or placed somewhere else....??? I CAN’T LOG OUT OF EITHER OF MY ACCOUNTS ON MY DIFFERENT BROWSERS?????????????????????? HELLO??????????????

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   I might keep Severa/Sevan-Selena/Selwyn up and try to revive her/him as a muse, because she is my fucking gIRL and I love her. But I’m not sure at this point in time. So far nothing is hitting me(or too hard at least) to make me be-rid my baby girl, but only time will really tell.

   I will more than likely bring on Morgan(s) as a muse to match/main @grimahearted & @nagahearted ; so that is a ‘for-certain’ to look out for.

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like mother, like daughter