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Elevate Client Services with Excel: Expert Tips for Financial Consultants by Grayson Garelick
Financial consultants operate in a dynamic environment where precision, efficiency, and client satisfaction are paramount. Excel, as a versatile tool, offers an array of features that can significantly enhance the services provided by financial consultants. Grayson Garelick, an accomplished financial analyst and consultant, shares invaluable Excel tips to help financial consultants elevate their client services and add tangible value.
The Role of Excel in Financial Consulting
Excel serves as the backbone of financial consulting, enabling consultants to analyze data, create models, and generate insights that drive informed decision-making. As the demands of clients become increasingly complex, mastering Excel becomes essential for financial consultants aiming to deliver exceptional services.
1. Customize Excel Templates
One of the most effective ways to streamline workflows and improve efficiency is by creating customized Excel templates tailored to specific client needs. Grayson suggests developing templates for budgeting, forecasting, and financial reporting that can be easily adapted for different clients, saving time and ensuring consistency.
2. Utilize PivotTables for Data Analysis
PivotTables are powerful tools in Excel that allow financial consultants to analyze large datasets and extract meaningful insights quickly. Grayson emphasizes the importance of mastering PivotTables for segmenting data, identifying trends, and presenting information in a clear and concise manner to clients.
3. Implement Conditional Formatting
Conditional formatting is a valuable feature in Excel that allows consultants to highlight important information and identify outliers effortlessly. By setting up conditional formatting rules, consultants can draw attention to key metrics, discrepancies, or trends, facilitating easier interpretation of data by clients.
4. Leverage Excel Add-ins
Excel offers a variety of add-ins that extend its functionality and provide additional features tailored to financial analysis and reporting. Grayson recommends exploring add-ins such as Power Query, Power Pivot, and Solver to enhance data manipulation, modeling, and optimization capabilities.
5. Automate Repetitive Tasks with Macros
Macros enable financial consultants to automate repetitive tasks and streamline workflows, saving valuable time and reducing the risk of errors. Grayson advises recording and editing macros to automate tasks such as data entry, formatting, and report generation, allowing consultants to focus on value-added activities.
6. Master Advanced Formulas and Functions
Excel's extensive library of formulas and functions offers endless possibilities for financial analysis and modeling. Grayson suggests mastering advanced formulas such as VLOOKUP, INDEX-MATCH, and array formulas to perform complex calculations, manipulate data, and create sophisticated models tailored to client needs.
7. Visualize Data with Charts and Graphs
Visualizing data is essential for conveying complex information in an easily digestible format. Excel offers a variety of chart types and customization options that enable consultants to create compelling visuals that resonate with clients. Grayson recommends experimenting with different chart styles to find the most effective way to present data and insights.
8. Collaborate and Share Workbooks Online
Excel's collaboration features enable financial consultants to work seamlessly with clients, colleagues, and stakeholders in real-time. Grayson highlights the benefits of sharing workbooks via OneDrive or SharePoint, allowing multiple users to collaborate on the same document, track changes, and maintain version control.
9. Protect Sensitive Data with Security Features
Data security is a top priority for financial consultants handling sensitive client information. Excel's built-in security features, such as password protection and encryption, help safeguard confidential data and ensure compliance with regulatory requirements. Grayson advises implementing security protocols to protect client data and maintain trust.
10. Stay Updated with Excel Training and Certification
Excel is a constantly evolving tool, with new features and updates released regularly. Grayson stresses the importance of staying updated with the latest Excel training and certification programs to enhance skills, explore new capabilities, and maintain proficiency in Excel's ever-changing landscape.
Elevating Client Services with Excel Mastery
Excel serves as a catalyst for innovation and excellence in financial consulting, empowering consultants to deliver exceptional services that add tangible value to clients. By implementing Grayson Garelick Excel tips, financial consultants can streamline workflows, enhance data analysis capabilities, and foster collaboration, ultimately driving client satisfaction and success. As financial consulting continues to evolve, mastering Excel remains a cornerstone of excellence, enabling consultants to thrive in a competitive landscape and exceed client expectations.
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U.A. High in my DR !
Basics
Students are separated randomly into specific departments and classes sectioned by the letters A-K.
These departments are:
Department of Heroics (A - B): Students in this department learn everything they need to know in order to become excellent heroes in service to the community. They are trained in battle, first aid, rescue, support, and all manners of heroic-related lessons.
Department of General Education C - E): Students who don’t make it to the hero course are included here. This department supports students aiming for college and other pursuits. It’s also possible for students with good grades and exceptional strength and quirk skills to be transferred into the hero course (And either the support or business course mind you). Basically regular HS but they get to say that they went to UA on their resume.
Department of Support (F - H): Students here focus on developing support equipment that helps heroes out on the battlefield. With a workspace stock to the brim with all sorts of special tools and their own studio to build things, this department provides an unmatched creative environment.
Department of General Management (I - K): This department focuses on all aspects of heroic business, from the founding and managing of hero agencies to the promotion of public opinion regarding heroes. They even do hands-on lessons in venture capitalism. They have a lot of free time.
Each class is usually comprised of 21 students. That means that the total student population at UA would be 693.
We stay in the same class with the same teacher for all 3 years.
Since UA is a highly prestigious school, we get a lot of funding and benefits for the dorms and when we go on trips and whatnot. (Food we buy for the dorms is paid for, we get free snacks/concessions in the sports festival, free hero costume updates and renewals)
The school curriculum is way less loaded than here. The school system is much better.
The Hero Teachers are actually good at teaching.
Since U.A. is famous, it has many sponsors with support and hero merch companies, so some hero course students (usually 3rd years) have their own hero merch already. Students are sometimes sponsored and do photoshoots and are invited to red carpet events. (Following the School Festival, Class 1-A gets loads of sponsors and stuff!)
The teachers and students are encouraged to decorate their classes and most of them do so.
U.A. has a popular school website.
Staff and students are recommended to have Twitter to update the public events, the majority of the students obviously don't take this seriously, there's always someone who has beef and makes it public (Monoma) and it always ends up like those MHA Tweets, it’s the funniest thing ever.
Schedule
School is Monday - Friday and starts at 8:25 and finishes at 15:10. Regular classes take place during the first half of school, then the afternoon (for the Dept. of Heroics) you will have hero training. Only Dept. of Heroics students have an additional 7th period.
The teachers move between classes while the students stay in 1 class (besides electives).
Wednesdays are half days and only consist of hero training (so no typical school work), though sometimes it's replaced by FHS. You also don't have to wear your uniform on Wednesdays.
We will always have some kind of free time for school despite our somewhat busy schedules.
Not all school days are the same (emergency drills, other schools coming to train with us, etc.).
Classes
Core Subjects for Dept. of Heroics
Homeroom: Taught by Aizawa. Acts as a study hall. The class reps will often give a small meeting with the class about important events during this period.
Japanese: Taught by Cementoss. Focuses on reading, writing, and literature.
Mathematics: Taught by Ectoplasm. Covers algebra, geometry, and calculus.
English: Taught by Present Mic. Emphasizes reading, writing, and conversation skills.
Home Economics: Taught by Midnight. Cooking and other aspects of household management.
Foundational Hero Studies (FHS): Taught by All Might, Aizawa or Midnight. Hero related studying: hero laws, safety precautions, first aid, jsl, media training, dividing hero and civilian identity etc.
Hero Training: Taught by various teachers, usually Aizawa or All Might, it changes every week and we are informed about the activities during homeroom. For example: Quirkless Combat, Rescue Training, Combat, Quirk Training etc.
Elective Subjects
Thought by various teachers. This is the only class where students move instead of teachers, these are shared, so you could end up with classmates from other classes. Students get to completely choose what electives they have. If they don’t choose, they are placed in extra training or study hall.
Options:
Foreign Languages (e.g., Chinese, Korean)
Journalism
Art Foundations
Photography
Ceramics
Psychology
Choir
Band
Orchestra
Woodshop
Metalshop
Chemistry
Poetry
Cooking
Baking
Biology
Physics
Film Analysis
Computer Programming
Animal Work
Volunteer Work
Theatre
Student Council
Literature Analysis
Forensics
Study Hall
Class 1-A Timetable
Around UA campus
The updated UA security system is really good. The sensors are so good, you don't even need to have your ID out. They can scan it anywhere on your person. If you lost or misplaced your ID, the gates also have facial recognition software, so it's fine. If you're not a student or staff, you NEED a visitor pass or the school will go into lockdown on you.
We can use our school IDs to get snacks and drinks from vending machines around the school hallways. It’s free and they are replenished daily.
UA has a courtyard where we can eat outside. Most of the 2nd and 3rd years get food from places outside of the school campus and eat outside in the courtyard. Because of this, the cafeteria isn't as crowded and when we eat lunch we can sit and enjoy our food comfortably. The cafeteria is also luxurious and looks like a fancy mall café.
The library is huge and has many resources with much to explore. There are many different levels with varying types of quiet floors and study halls. It's also open 24/7 so students who are fighting to finish a project can pull all-nighters.
There’s a little shop that has U.A. and hero merch and school supplies including books for courses. You can also buy the merch on the online website.
UA has extracurricular groups and clubs for those who aren't in the hero course such as other sports and things like cheerleaders, debate, theater, music, cooking, ballet, and much more. I mean, hero course students CAN do those things but they WILL have a hard time doing so all while dealing with said hero responsibilities. As mentioned before, business course students have a lot of free time and general ED students are basically regular HS students who just so happen to be going to UA and for support course students, it really depends on how much work you choose to take on for yourself.
There is a study center where students who need extra help can go. Students with failing grades must go here for a set amount of hours to get the help they need. It’s strictly work, and talking about anything other than school is basically prohibited. It’s usually run by Ectoplasm and his clones or Hound Dog.
Work studies & Internships
All first years do an internship, it’s required. This is usually after the sports festival when students have had a chance to show off their skills.
Work studies are basically experience-oriented off-study programs that allow students in the hero course who have Provisional Licenses to work with pros at their agencies. Students will be able to use their quirks under the guidance of a pro, and can even be dispatched to fight villains and help out in disaster areas. If you do well, you can be scouted to become the hero’s sidekick.
Work studies are a more serious version of internships. They entail helping pro heroes on the streets and with investigations. They are usually reserved for 2nd and 3rd-year students, who usually have their licenses. 1st years didn't do them in the past. However, with the rise of villain activity, the school decided to open up work studies to 1st years as well, albeit a very small and select few of them. If they didn't find a good agency with a proven track record they wouldn't do it at all.
Events
U.A. has seasonal dances and a lot of events, like Halloween, Hero Day and other festivals.
Uniforms
Color palette
The uniforms the students receive consist of 4 sets of each clothing (besides the coat and varsity jacket):
Shirts
Long sleeve
Short sleeved
Sleeveless
Blazer
Long sleeves
Sleeveless
Cardigans
Sleeveless (two color variations)
Long sleeved (two color variations)
Sweaters
Sleeveless (two color variations)
Long sleeved (two color variations)
Pants
Shorts
Below The Knee
Classic
Skirts
Mini
Below The Knee
Maxi
Ties
Necktie
Bow Tie
Socks
Quarter
Crew
Knee High
Thigh High
Tights
Shoes
Coat
Varsity Jacket
Gym Clothing
Tank top
Loose Zip-up Sweatshirt (long sleeves, short sleeves, sleeveless)
Cropped Zip-up Sweatshirt (long sleeves, short sleeves, sleeveless)
Shorts
Below Knee Shorts
Sweatpants
Swimwear
Sleeveless, Short sleeved and Long sleeved
Lanyards
Uniforms aren’t required on Wednesdays
Students are allowed to accessorize their uniforms however they want and wear their own jackets
Piercings, colored hair, nails, makeup etc. are allowed
The uniforms aren’t gendered - all students receive all versions and are allowed to wear whichever one they prefer
For students with mutant type Quirks, custom made uniforms are made
Button and sleeve/lapel stripe differences between the department uniforms [1-General education, 2-Hero, 3-Support, 4-Management].
School Bag
Along with the Uniforms the school hands out bags. You can return them and use your own if you’d like.
A standard deep blue nylon matching the uniforms. The U.A. logo sits at the right bottom corner.
Class
If you’re standing at the front of the classroom looking out at the desks, the seating arrangement starts at the leftmost side of the room (“A” names), going front to back and then going to the next row to the right, and so on. keep in mind that the alphabetical order here is based on the Japanese alphabet. My number is 10.
Here's how I laid out the desks for 21 students:
Since we stay in the same classrooms for most of the days we can leave out stuff at our desks. They have shelves underneath with 2 outlets and lots of space.
Class 1-A Friend Groups
Everyone is actually really close, but those are what groups spend the most time together. Of course we hang out in different groups or all together too.
We have frequent movie and game nights, 1-A has a group chat and it’s always active, there’s always someone wanting to do something. Sometimes we invite people from other classes.
DekuSquad
Izuku
Ochako
Tenya
Tsuyu
Shouto
Haruka
Hitoshi (after he joins our class)
BakuSquad
Katsuki
Eijirou
Mina
Denki
Minoru
Hanta
TokoSquad
Fumikage
Mashirao
Mezou
Tooru
MomoSquad
Momo
Kyoka
Yuga
Kouji
Rikido
I hope this was helpful! <3
© credits: seating arrangement • basics @/Priicklleshifts on TikTok • uniforms • dividers
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Seungmin for Nylon Japan x Coach. English translations under the cut.
To Bangchan hyung, thank you for your hard work this year. I look forward to working with you again next year. Take care of yourself! Grandpa. A reliable leader, Bang Chan. A black leather tote with excellent storage capacity that can be used from work to work. The eye-catching robot print that stands out against the simple design subtly shows off your sense of style.
To Lee Know Hyung, I hope you have a merry Christmas- Nekohyung! (cat hyung) For our beloved Lee Know, we have selected a sweater that is soft to the touch and adds warmth to your face. Pay attention to the sophisticated and colorful color scheme that adds this year's color to autumn/winter styles that tend to be heavy.
To Seo Changbin hyung, thank you for your hard work this year. Please train hard next year too! Changbin subtly show off your gratitude with a combination of a mini wallet for everyday use and high-quality knitwear. The key point is the colorful and profound prints that tickle the playful spirit of adults.
To Hyunjin-kun, I hope you have a happy Christmas, which is your favorite~ Hyunjin, who has an artistic side, chose a crossbody bag from the “Cosmic” collection with a pop of planets. Pair it with a down jacket for a casual look.
To Han, eat lots of your favorite cheesecake this Christmas! For the fashion-loving HAN, we are gifting a highly designed crossbody bag with a traditional signature coated canvas and catchy handwriting motif patches. Combine with knit for a traditional mood.
To Felix tingling, Have a nice Christmas! Thank you for your hard work this year!! Picking up a Kira Kirakira Chio mini bag with the aim of turning it into a ball, the stylish presence will update your outfit toNaramachi mode.'' To I.N-kun, our maknae, thank you for being cute this year too! I hope you stay cute next year too~ To our beloved youngest member I.N COACH's icon character "Lexy" A combination of pop printed tote and playful jacquard knit.
To Stay, Happy New Year! Seungmin. For STAY, which is always in your heart, we chose a retro mini bag that you can carry with you at any time. The size fits a smartphone, making it perfect for accompanying live performances. We recommend using it not only as a shoulder bag but also as a clutch.
#i did my best but im not fluent in japanese so yk. pinch of salt#kim seungmin#stray kids#bystay#seungminsource#skz#skzedit#stray kids edit#vocalracha#lee know#I.N#Seo changbin#bang chan#han#felix#hyunjin#staysource#neko hyung is so cute... and I.N's message in general
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★ ALWAYS AN ANGEL, NEVER A GOD ─── CC²² (part 2/2)
❪ requested -> "Can you write something about cc and reader being enemies and hating eachother. but they are on two different teams so they play against eachother and something happens during one of their games and they take their hate out on eachother with smut?" ❫ part one!
─ warnings | nsfw under the cut, read at your own discretion. lots of shit talking, just rivals shit yk how it is. fingering but it's kinda soft (like the actual fucking part), lots of praise and a sprinkle of degradation (if u can even call it that) cause u know me.
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EVER SINCE THE GAME AGAINST Iowa, you were determined to keep up the keep up the momentum and prove that your victory was no fluke.
In the weeks that followed, you poured your heart and soul into every practice, honing your skills with a relentless intensity that left your teammates in awe. Every drill, every scrimmage, every mere second on the court was a chance to improve, to get one step closer to your ultimate goal (you weren't sure what it was at this point, to prove yourself to Caitlin or the world).
But it wasn't just about proving yourself on the court. Caitlin's words lingered in your mind, a constant reminder of the unresolved tension between you. The memory of that heated encounter in the hotel hallway replayed in your thoughts, the desire and frustration mixing into a potent cocktail that fueled your determination.
You found yourself replaying the moments of that game over and over in your head ─ the way you intercepted Caitlin's pass, the exhilaration of your dunk, and the look of pure rage in her eyes (and of course, the kiss that followed). You thrived on those memories, using them as motivation to push yourself beyond your limits.
"Good job, Y/N!" Hailey called out during one particularly grueling scrimmage, her admiration evident in her voice. "What, did you have an energy drink before or what?"
You gave her a playful shove as you shrugged, wiping the sweat from your brow as you walked toward your water bottle. "Just trying to stay ahead,"
Hailey shot you a knowing look, a smirk playing at the corners of her lips. "This isn't just about staying ahead, is it?" she teased. "It's about Caitlin."
"You can't say her name out loud like that," you joked as Hailey laughed. You didn't bother denying it, the truth too obvious to ignore. "Maybe," you admitted, a hint of a smile tugging at your lips.
As the season progressed, your hard work began to pay off. You dominated the court with a newfound confidence, your skills shining brighter than ever before. The media took notice, your name becoming synonymous with excellence, just like Caitlin's.
But even as you basked in the glory of your success, you couldn't shake the lingering thoughts of Caitlin. You wondered how she was doing, whether she was training just as hard, whether she thought about you as often as you thought about her.
You kept repeating the moment in your mind, over and over again, feeling some kind of weird excitement at her words.
"I'm not fucking you until we win," she replied, her voice low and husky, the words a mere whisper against the charged silence that enveloped you both. "Until I get the trophy, until your team loses."
However, you knew that pushing her buttons would make the hook-up a whole lot more satisfying. You thought about that particular part a lot more than you should have, the challenge in her voice igniting a fire within you that you couldn't ignore.
Then, one day, the schedule for the next season was released, and there it was ─ the match against Iowa, the game that would determine once and for all who would come out on top. The date was set, and you felt a surge of excitement and nerves at the prospect of facing Caitlin again.
The weeks leading up to the game were a whirlwind of preparation and anticipation. Your coach pushed you harder than ever, knowing how much was riding on this matchup. And through it all, Caitlin's words continued to echo in your mind, a constant source of "motivation", if you could even call it that.
Finally, the day arrived. The arena was packed, the energy palpable as fans from both sides filled the stands. As you stepped onto the court, your heart pounded with adrenaline, and your eyes scanned the crowd until they landed on Caitlin.
She stood across from you, her dark gaze intense and unwavering. You could feel the heat of her stare, a silent promise of the battle to come. As the referee signaled the start of the game, you took a deep breath, centering yourself for what was about to unfold.
From the very first whistle, the game was a fierce clash of skill and determination. You and Caitlin matched each other move for move, your rivalry playing out in a series of fast breaks, sharp passes, and contested shots. The tension was palpable, the crowd hanging on every moment as the score remained neck and neck.
As the clock wound down, the score was tied, and the pressure mounted. You found yourself with the ball, Caitlin guarding you closely, her eyes locked onto yours with a mix of challenge and desire. With a quick move, you faked left, then darted right, driving towards the basket with all the speed and agility you could muster.
As you drove towards the basket, Caitlin moved to intercept your path. With a swift motion, she blocked your shot, sending the ball ricocheting off the backboard. The force of her block knocked you off balance, and you stumbled, falling hard onto the court.
You hit the ground with a thud, the impact jolting through your body as you landed awkwardly on the hardwood floor. Pain shot through your limbs, but it was nothing compared to the sting of defeat that washed over you in that moment.
Caitlin stood over you, her dark gaze intense and unyielding as she glared down at you with satisfaction and you hated it. There was a silent challenge in her eyes, a reminder of the relentless rivalry that defined your relationship both on and off the court ─ you could practically read her mind, "I'm getting the trophy."
As the referee blew the whistle to signal a turnover, Caitlin offered you a hand, a smirk playing at the corners of her lips. "Good try, Y/N," she taunted, her voice laced with a hint of amusement. "Maybe you should uh, stick to defense."
As Caitlin extended her hand towards you, a smirk dancing on her lips, something inside you snapped. Maybe it was the sting of defeat or the frustration and anger that had been building within you throughout the game, and you couldn't hold it any longer.
With a scowl, you swatted Caitlin's hand away, ignoring the lingering pain in your limbs as you rose to your feet on your own. "Shut up, Caitlin," you spat, your voice dripping with venom as you glared up at her. "You're just a self entitled bitch who thinks she owns the court,"
"I do," Caitlin stepped so she was directly in front of you. You looked up at the brunette, suddenly feeling small under the weight of her imposing presence. Despite the anger that simmered beneath the surface, you couldn't deny the intensity of the moment as Caitlin's dark eyes bore into yours.
"You don't get to talk to me like that," she continued, her voice low and dangerous, a warning laced with barely contained fury. "And didn't I tell you to cut the fucking attitude?"
You just scoffed, however some sick part of you liked this, the way she was talking to you. As much as you wanted to deny it, there was a certain allure in the challenge she presented, the promise of tonight making the whole thing a lot harder to resist.
Caitlin's proximity was overwhelming, her presence towering over you. You felt a surge of defiance rising within you, fueled by the adrenaline coursing through your veins.
"And what if I don't?" you shot back, your voice laced with defiance as you met her intense gaze head-on. "What are you gonna do about it, Caitlin?"
Caitlin's jaw clenched, a flicker of anger flashing in her eyes before she regained her composure. "You wanna find out?" she retorted, her tone sharp and cutting as she leaned in closer, her breath hot against your skin.
You felt a rush of heat flood your cheeks, a mixture of fear and excitement swirling in the pit of your stomach. Despite the tension between you, there was an undeniable thrill in the air, a palpable energy that crackled between you like electricity.
But before anything could escalate, Hailey's arm yanked you away, breaking the charged moment between you and Caitlin. The sudden interruption jolted you back to reality, the adrenaline still coursing through your veins as you were pulled back into the flow of the game.
With a sharp exhale, you forced yourself to focus, pushing aside the whirlwind of emotions that threatened to overwhelm you. The game had resumed as quickly as it had been interrupted, the intensity of the match returning with renewed vigor.
But despite your best efforts, Iowa proved to be a formidable opponent, their skill and determination matching your own at every turn. As the final seconds ticked away, the score remained neck and neck, the outcome of the game hanging in the balance.
And then, with a final buzzer, it was over ─ Iowa emerged as the winners, the thrill of victory evident on their faces as they celebrated their hard-fought win. As the reality of defeat sank in, you couldn't help but feel a pang of disappointment, the bitter taste of loss lingering on your tongue.
"God fucking damn it," you muttered under your breath as you glared toward them.
As if on cue, Caitlin turned around and met your gaze. Her expression was satisfaction, a silent acknowledgment of the victory she had secured over you and your team. You felt a surge of frustration rise within you, the bitterness of defeat stinging like a fresh wound.
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"Y/N?" The reporter's voice pulled you back into reality as you shook your head, opening your eyes with a very forced smile.
You nodded your head. "Yeah, sorry. Zoned out, uh... can you repeat the question?"
The reporter gave you a sympathetic smile before repeating the question. "I was just asking for your thoughts on the game and the performance of both teams, particularly Caitlin Clark. She had a standout performance tonight."
Yeah, of course she fucking did, you wanted to shout but you just nodded. "Yeah, she played a great game," you replied, your voice steady despite the turmoil brewing beneath the surface. "She's a talented player. Iowa put up a tough fight, and they deserved the win tonight."
The interview was slow and it felt every answer you were giving was fake but you were livid. As soon as it was over, you practically ran out of there. You needed to blow off some steam, and you had no idea how–
Oh.
"I'm not fucking you until we win," she replied, her voice low and husky, the words a mere whisper against the charged silence that enveloped you both. "Until I get the trophy, until your team loses."
You had forgotten about the entire thing until that moment and despite all the anger, your stomach twisted in excitement. However, it was a year ago and you weren't even sure if Caitlin meant what she said, she was probably just really angry because of how the game ended, much like how you were feeling right now.
As you mulled over the memory, a sense of longing washed over you, mingling with the lingering anger and frustration that still simmered beneath the surface. Despite everything, despite the rivalry and the animosity, there was an undeniable attraction between you and Caitlin, a magnetic pull that defied your comprehension.
Then, your phone buzzed inside your pocket.
Cait: got the trophy 🥇 Cait: did you think i forgot?
You had forgotten you even had her number, it was from so long ago. The text made your stomach drop (in a very, very good way) as a rush of emotions flooded through you. Surprise, excitement, and a hint of apprehension all mingled together as you read Caitlin's messages.
It was as if the past year had been condensed into those few simple words, reigniting the unresolved tension between you with startling clarity. However, you couldn't shake the nagging doubt that lingered in the back of your mind ─ was this just another game to her? Another way to assert her dominance and superiority over you?
Cait: where u at?
And that was all it took for her to win you over. You knew you were letting your heart do all the talking but right now, you just wanted to feel good. Was that so bad?
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The knock on the door shouldn't have startled you as much as it did, especially since you had been waiting for it. But still, when the knock echoed through the room, a shiver of anticipation raced down your spine.
You took a moment to steady yourself, to quell the fluttering nerves that threatened to overwhelm you, before crossing the room to answer the door.
As you swung it open, Caitlin stood before you, her presence commanding and intoxicating all at once. She was wearing a black hoodie and sweats, the hood was up and she looked too good. Your eyes scanned her body and you saw her lips quirk up into a smirk.
You felt your stomach leap out of your body at the sight, and you felt like you were gonna go insane, were you ovulating?
"Hey," she greeted, her voice husky with desire as she stepped closer, closing the distance between you with deliberate intent.
"Hey," you replied, your voice barely above a whisper as you met her gaze head-on. Despite the tension that lingered in the air, there was an undeniable pull between you, a magnetic force that drew you together like moths to a flame.
And as Caitlin's lips crashed against yours in a searing kiss, all doubts and fears melted away. In that moment, nothing else mattered ─ not the rivalry, and certainly not the consequences, nothing except the intoxicating desire that pulsed between you and Caitlin.
Caitlin's hands gripped your hips as she closed the hotel door with her leg, effortlessly. Her lips stayed on yours as her hands roamed your body, exploring every curve and contour with a hunger that sent shivers down your spine. The heat of her touch seared through you, igniting a fire that blazed hotter with each passing moment.
Lost in the heat of the moment, you pressed closer to her, your body molding to hers. With a low growl, Caitlin lifted you effortlessly, your legs wrapping around her waist as she carried you further into the room. Every touch, every kiss, only fueled the pure need that raged between you, driving you both to the brink of ecstasy.
And as you surrendered yourself to her, you knew that this was just the beginning ─ the beginning of something that would consume you fully despite resisting it for so long.
She dropped you onto the bed and broke the kiss, her eyes dark as she gazed at you. You were both breathing heavily as you tried your best to maintain eye contact, despite the pressure that was building your lower stomach.
"Didn't think you'd answer," Caitlin finally spoke, her voice breathless as she began climbing on top of you.
"Why?" You asked as she latched her lips to your neck, sucking harshly as you gripped the sheets beneath you.
"Because you're stubborn," Caitlin murmured against your skin, her breath hot and heavy as she trailed kisses along your jawline. "But I knew eventually, you'd realize that there's no point in all that whining,"
You let out a shaky breath, her words igniting a fierce hunger within you as you arched into her touch, craving more of her intoxicating presence.
"I knew all you wanted was for me to show you why I'm better," Caitlin teased as she began stroking your sides.
You wanted to counter, to say anything back to her but you couldn't ─ she already had consumed you and you couldn't of any reason why you'd want to resist her any longer.
Caitlin pulled your lips into another harsh kiss, pulling a moan out of your lips. That seemed to encourage her because next thing you know, she's pulling your shorts off. Her hands eventually found your neck, pushing you into the mattress as you both moaned into the kiss.
Caitlin pulled away for a second, pulling her hoodie over her head and gazed at you, expectantly. You mirrored her actions and you were left only in your bra and underwear, you felt embarrassed under her gaze until she pulled you into a deeper kiss.
Her hands gripped your face and pulled you from the kiss, earning a disappointed whimper from you. "Look at me,"
You met her gaze, the intensity of her dark eyes holding you captive.
"You're fucking beautiful," Caitlin murmured, her fingers tracing the outline of your jaw.
Her words sent a shiver down your spine, the sincerity in her voice disarming you completely. You nodded, swallowing hard as you tried to steady your breathing.
Caitlin's hands moved to the clasp of your bra, her touch gentle yet deliberate as she unhooked it, letting it fall away. She leaned in, her lips brushing against your ear as she whispered, "I'm gonna make you feel so good, you're gonna forget how much you hate me."
A soft moan escaped your lips as her hands roamed over your body, exploring every inch of your skin with a tenderness that contrasted sharply with the intensity of her gaze. You arched into her touch, your body responding to her every move with an urgency that left you breathless.
As she trailed kisses down your neck and across your collarbone, you felt the last of your doubts melt away, leaving you completely vulnerable and exposed.
Her hands found your thighs and squeezed them, her fingers slowly drawing closer to the place you'd wanted her all night. Caitlin's finger slowly began stroking your clothed pussy, her eyes watching your every movement.
You let out a broken whimper, your head falling back on to the mattress before her other hand gripped your face, guiding your gaze back to hers.
"What did I fucking say? Look at me," Caitlin spat, her voice a mix of authority and desire. You forced your eyes open, meeting her intense stare, the heat between you building with every passing second.
"So fucking wet, all for me," she murmured, as continued stroking your clothed heat; she could feel it pulsing all because of her and it made her ego skyrocket even more.
Caitlin's finger moved and before you could voice your disapproval, she slowly slid your underwear off. You were completely naked now, you could feel her eyes rake over you fondly. She spread your legs again, further this time ─ each leg was placed at her sides, leaving you completely exposed and vulnerable under her gaze. Caitlin's eyes darkened with desire as she took in the sight of you, her breath hitching slightly.
"So pretty," she murmured, almost to herself, as she trailed her fingers lightly up your inner thigh, sending shivers of anticipation through your body.
You squirmed beneath her touch, a mix of excitement and impatience coursing through you. "Cait," you breathed out, your voice barely above a whisper, filled with need.
She looked up at you, her eyes locking onto yours with an intensity that made your heart race. "I want you to remember this," she said, her voice low. "Every time you think you can challenge me, every time you think you can beat me, I want you to remember how I make you feel right now."
With that, she leaned down, her lips finding yours in a deep, hungry kiss that almost knocked the breath out of you. Her hands continued their exploration, moving with a confidence that left you trembling with anticipation.
"Do you still think I'm a bitch?" she murmured against your lips, a teasing edge to her voice.
You could barely form a coherent thought, let alone a response, but managed to shake your head, a breathless, "No," escaping your lips.
"Good," Caitlin replied, her lips curving into a satisfied smile. "Because I want you to know exactly who's in control here."
And with that, her finger slid into you perfectly. You let out a surprised moan, your back arching against the mattress. "Oh, fu-fuck."
Her finger began thrusting in and out of you, swiftly. You were so soaked, her finger was moving easily in and out of you. Caitlin's hand gripped your hip, pulling you closer into her.
She slowed down her movements and you let out an disapproving huff, her gaze intense as she looked down at you. "Why did you hate me? Were you jealous?"
Did: as in, past tense.
Her tone sounded almost amused but there was an edge of seriousness to it. "What?"
"I thought that's what it was," her finger slowly began moving again, causing your breath to hitch. "I don't think that's what it was now," she continued, her voice contemplative. "I think it was something else."
You could barely focus, your mind clouded with the sensation of her touch, but her words cut through the haze, making you confront something you'd been avoiding. "I don't hate you," you admitted, your voice barely more than a whisper. "I never hated you."
Caitlin's smirk grew, she knew exactly what she was doing. Her finger continuing their slow, torturous rhythm. "Then what was it, Y/N? Why all the anger?"
"Because," you gasped, struggling to form coherent thoughts under her relentless pace. "Because you always got to me. You always made me feel... things I didn't want to feel."
Her movements stilled for a moment, her eyes searching yours. "And now?"
"Now," you swallowed hard, your breath coming in ragged gasps. "Now, I can't stop thinking about you."
A slow, satisfied smile spread across Caitlin's face, her fingers resuming their movement. "Good," she murmured, leaning down to capture your lips in a searing kiss. "Because I don't plan on letting you forget this anytime soon."
Her touch became more quick, driving you closer and closer to the edge once again. The intensity of the moment was almost overwhelming, the culmination of all the pent-up anger and unresolved tension between you. She added another finger slowly, causing you to let out another breathless moan as your back arched.
"Take it, come on. I know you can," Caitlin's fingers never faltered as she gazed down at you. "Fuck, who's the princess now, huh?" she spat as she finger-fucked you, your legs beginning to shake.
As the pleasure built to a fever pitch, you felt yourself letting go of everything ─ the rivalry, the anger, the fear ─ and surrendering completely to the sensation.
"Cait," you moaned, your hands gripping her shoulders as you reached the brink, your body trembling with anticipation.
"That's it, fuck," she whispered against your lips, her breath hot and ragged. "Let go for me."
And with a final, shattering wave of pleasure, you did, your body convulsing in her arms as you cried out her name. Her finger rode you through it, your chest heaving as you slowly came down from your high.
"Can't believe I did that with just my fingers, baby." The pet-name left her lips effortlessly as she broke you out of your reverie. You couldn't believe it, either.
Her fingers slid out of you and she pushed your lips open, forcing them into your mouth. You sucked them clean as she looked down at you, her shitfaced smirk was back.
You rolled your eyes as she removed her finger with a pop. "Yeah, well, don't get too cocky," you shot back, trying to regain some semblance of control even though your body was still trembling.
She laughed, the sound was unfamiliar but genuine; it made your heart flip. "How can I not? I mean, Jesus, I had you literally tell me you never hated me while I was knuckles deep inside you. It was one finger too-"
You groaned loudly, cutting her off as her laughter slowly died down. "I just wanted to cum,"
"Oh yeah?"
"Yeah," you countered, finally meeting her gaze. She had the same cocky ass expression, the one you've always hated ─ but now felt different, somehow.
"Thought I told you to cut the attitude, Y/N," she teased, her fingers trailing along your arm, sending shivers down your spine. Her eyes bore into yours, the intensity of her gaze sending a shiver down your spine.
You felt a surge of defiance rise within you, refusing to back down. "And what if I don't?" you challenged, your voice steady despite the fluttering in your chest.
Caitlin's smirk widened, a glint of amusement and something deeper flickering in her eyes. "Then I'll just have to remind you why you shouldn't,"
She leaned in and pressed her lips against lips in another heated kiss, her hands roaming your body with a renewed sense of purpose. The teasing edge in her touch drove you wild, a tantalizing reminder of the power she held over you.
"You're impossible," you muttered against her lips.
"And you love it," she shot back, her breath hot against your skin as she moved to kiss along your jawline, her hands exploring every inch of you. The sensation was intoxicating, every touch sending waves of pleasure through your body.
As she continued her relentless assault on your jaw, you couldn't help but surrender to the moment, letting go of all the anger and frustration that had once defined your relationship. In that instant, all that mattered was the connection between you, the raw, unfiltered desire that pulsed through your veins.
"Do you regret it?" Caitlin's voice was softer now, almost vulnerable, as she paused to look into your eyes.
You shook your head, a small smile playing at your lips. "No," you admitted, your voice barely above a whisper. "No, I don't."
Caitlin's eyes softened, her expression shifting from playful to something more tender. "Good," she murmured, pressing a gentle kiss to your forehead. "Cause neither do I."
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Can you tell us dear author, if possible, what is a core memory that all our siblings have of MC ? Like we have seen in the update some of MC dearest memories with them (bird feeding for parim, learning how to silence our step with aurora + her playing the lyre ...) but what is theirs involving us if different ?
Also how long were parim hair before cutting ? -sarah
Oh, this was a cute ask! :3 ❤️💕
Parim: Lots of baby memories, like feeding messy baby mc with Aurora (he likes babies :3). A lot of stuff like bird-feeding/watching, family picnics by the Thiss, taking mc and his siblings to Thissys and other festivals and spoiling them by buying them toys and treats from different vendors. Also things like comforting mc when they got hurt or were sad, or letting mc have his dessert at dinner when they were sulking to cheer them up, etc. He takes pride in being a big brother. (also his hair fell about halfway down his torso before he cut it :3)
Aurora: MC would often join her in her room in the evenings when she was winding down reading on her divan. She’d read quietly with them or, when mc was young, she’d read to them with them in her lap or nestled between her legs and against her chest. With an mc with long enough hair, she’d also brush out their hair and style it for them—braiding and beading it like hers or stringing feathers through it etc. She took great pride in routinely maintaining her hair and she enjoyed caring for MCs hair too if applicable. She was excellent at sparring and a good instructor as well, and would train with all her siblings.
Castor: Rather taciturn, most of his core memories are more quiet moments with mc—like reading perched on the windowsill in the library or in the garden, playing games of wit/strategy, or studying together etc. And things like bandaging scraped knees or listening to mc when they were upset or just when they talked about things they like etc. Though he didn’t often break the rules, sometimes when mc was upset he’d sneak their favorite treats from the kitchen without the cooks noticing and bring mc a platter to their room while bringing a finger to his lips—our secret.
Ember: Most of their favorite memories with mc involve their outdoor escapades as kids—like taking mc fishing by the Thiss (and showing off their angling and archery skills), building mud castles and having mud fights (and returning home covered in mud to the horror of their mothers), going herping and catching lizards, snakes, salamanders, toads, bugs, etc. They also enjoyed tormenting Luca, often to get a rise out of mc. Despite their antagonism, Ember considered Luca basically like an honorary annoying sibling and often served to scare off bullies (as only he was allowed to tease Luca), though both of them would rather have died than ever actually admit that.
Nour: For a while after that snake slipped into their room as a child, they had trouble sleeping and were kept awake by nightmares. MC made them a little handmade attempt at a charm meant to ward off snakes and ill-omens, and let them spend the nights in their room and they built a little pillow fort, raided the kitchen for late night snacks, and stayed up late talking and reading and playing games until Nour finally fell asleep, though they usually had to sneak back to their room early the next morning so their mother wouldn’t notice. But it was the soundest they can remember sleeping in a very long time.
Farah: Most of her favorite memories are from before mc had to leave the palace as they were around more then—like sitting atop MCs shoulders to reach pomegranates in the garden fruit trees and having mc help her break them open and scoop the seeds out to share them. And sneaking into MCs room at night when she was frightened during rare thunderstorms and sleeping beneath a pillow fort or in MCs bed with them.
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In Out of the Yinshan, you play as a spy sent to infiltrate a well-known Manor in order to recover a legendary sword.
Yet the mission turns out to be more than you bargained for as you find yourself walking on thin ice and questioning your loyalties, all the while an invisible hand keeps pulling the strings from behind the scenes.
Genre: wuxia, romance, mystery
Rating: 15 for some dark themes
Last update: 30 March 2025 (61k words)
Play as a man or woman.
Customise your appearance and shape your new persona.
Train and improve your skills to reach new heights of power.
Build friendships or start a romance with one of four characters.
Navigate your new life as a guard of a noble, explore the Manor and uncover its secrets.
Be mindful of both your words and actions to avoid suspicion and keep your head a little longer.
Let yourself be swayed by a desire for freedom; or remain steadfast and loyal to those who made you.
You are one of the Yinshan Society - a tool sharpened to perfection to be then used by your Elders as they see fit.
Your life is not your own, that much you know. However, that changes nothing about where your loyalties lie. For you, Yinshan has always been a light in the darkness.
So when your new mission brings you to the famous Hua Manor in search of a legendary sword, you take on the challenge of becoming someone else - someone you never had the chance to be.
You quickly adapt to the Manor's ways, training and fulfilling your duties while keeping a low profile as you begin your investigation. But the mysterious incidents that follow your arrival have everyone, including you, on edge.
Your past has taught you not to trust anyone, yet the more time you spend in the Manor and get to know its residents, the more your conviction starts to waver.
Is Yinshan truly all that your life amounts to?
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THE PRODIGY
Su Feixia (F)
The only child of the Su family, Su Feixia is considered to be both smart and beautiful. She excels in literature and music, and she has more than proven to be capable of taking over her parents' business. Yet despite her privileged upbringing, she continues to be humble and kind.
You are her guard, accompanying the young lady to the Hua Manor.
THE GUARDIAN
Wei Qing (M)
One of the residents of the Manor, Wei Qing is a high-ranking guard that has lived there for a few years, steadily climbing the ranks through training and hard work. He puts his duty above all else, which has earned him respect, as well as a rather fearsome reputation.
He is your superior in the Manor, overseeing your training.
THE HEIRESS
Hua Lingyun (F)
The older of the two remaining children of the Hua family and their only daughter, Hua Lingyun spends most of her days training with weaponry and running from her responsibilities. She is to become the head of the family, which is something she's having trouble coming to terms with as she enjoys having her freedom.
She takes care of the Manor guests this year, in place of her sick father.
THE TEACHER
Xu Yuan (M)
A bit of an enigma for most of the people living in the Manor, Xu Yuan is a master swordsman of few words. Nobody seems to know much about him, except that he's been staying in the Manor for a while and that he appears to be a good friend of Master Hua. However, his cold and distant personality manages to keep his many admirers at arm's length.
He is in charge of your weapon training.
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Destiny
A/N this is the longest fic I have written in a longg time! I really hope you enjoy this! I would love any feedback. If you want any short fics based in this universe I would love to do that!! thank you!!
Summary: Reader and Feyd were friends from a young age until she went away to be trained, now she has been chosen to continue his line
My father was a very powerful man, the head of a very powerful house. He was close friends with the Baron and our houses are firm allies, this meant that from a young age I knew the Baron’s nephews and was forced to spend time with them during meetings and diplomatic events.
Feyd and I are the same age and we got along quite well, having met when we were merely toddlers. The Baron’s eldest nephew, Rabban, was older and cruel. For as long as I can remember he was nasty, pulling on my hair and pushing me over, laughing at my misery. He would call me names and make attempts to humiliate me, but Feyd always enjoyed playing knights and was determined to defend me to his brother, standing in between us and attempting to push Rabban over in retaliation.
When we were 7, Feyd told me that his uncle had named him as the na-baron, something he was incredibly proud and excited for. He was determined to be the best Baron there had ever been. When he asked if I was going to be the next leader of my house I knew even then that it would not be possible, I imagined I was to be married off to some lord that I hardly knew. Feyd said he would marry me instead so we could be friends forever, it sounded like a much better idea than my parents.
Feyd was 9 when he killed his mother. When the Baron forced him to kill his mother, telling him he could never be a good leader if he allowed himself to be weak, telling him it was a test to see if he was worthy of his title. When I heard the news from my mother it shocked me. He loved his mother, and he had always been so kind. It made me wary of him the next time I saw him months later, scared. But when we were finally left alone by my parents and the Baron, I asked him why he did it, prompting him to break down and sob in my small arms about how he missed her and had no choice. How she reassured him it was okay as he did it, that she forgave him. I never saw him cry like that again.
Every visit after that I could see the changes taking place due to the Baron’s cruelty. I saw him hiding bruises and watched as his soft shell became hard as stone as he started finally being able to take his brother in a fight and even began enjoying the fights in a strange way.
The last time I saw him I was 11, my birthday just before I left to be trained with the Bene Gesserit, as the reverend mother had decided for my parents. I hadn’t been allowed to tell him that I was leaving, especially not why I was leaving, but I had known and had almost wept when he left in the evening. Despite his almost psychotic behaviour, we were still friends and he still defended me from the cruelties surrounding me when he could, including ones he was not aware of at the time.
Now I’m watching him walk into the arena at his coming of age event. I have not spoken to him since I left my home, but my dedication to my training has allowed me to keep updated on his house as I have had to remain informed on current politics and states of affairs. The reverend mother informed me early in my training that I showed a lot of potential in my role in the Bene Gesserit, telling me that if I continued to stay ahead of my studies then I could be chosen for a more important destiny than merely continuing a ‘pointless lord’s line’. That was motivation enough for me to fully invest in learning the Bene Gesserit ways and excelling in my training. I hadn’t expected this to be the destiny she chose, but truthfully I couldn’t help but feel honoured to be chosen for this.
Despite Jessica’s attempts to ruin the plans of the Bene Gesserit, the reverend mother insisted that Paul Atreides would be taken care of, that my child would be the Kwisatz Haderach. The reverend mother knew of my old friendship with Feyd but she reassured me that she knew I would not let something like that distract from my true mission.
Seeing Feyd having such an influence on the crowd and begin fighting the prisoners is a thrill in a sick way. He had changed. I knew that would be the case, the rumours surrounding how he had become a brutal and merciless fighter over the years, hearing how his behaviour had become ever more psychotic had made me feel sorry for him at first. The looks that I got from my fellow sisters when the news spread that I would be the one to test him and secure the bloodline, they felt sorry for me. Truthfully, it gave me a power rush. Knowing I was trusted with such an important task, knowing it would be my child with such a strong destiny.
His performance in the arena is impressive. A small part of me worries when one of the prisoners is clearly not drugged, glancing over at the Baron to see his sinister smile, I couldn’t help but be angry as I knew this must be another sick ‘test’ of his. Instead, I am proud when he wins the battle, an honourable fight where I could easily see the skills he has learnt during my absence.
It was not hard to find him after the events, I had heard him fighting with his uncle, and heard his uncle’s promise to give him the empire. I stayed out of sight until he had wandered much further away from his uncle’s chambers before allowing myself to be heard by him. It doesn’t take long before he stops walking and I slow my movements down. “Are you lost, witch?” He practically snarls without turning around.
I can’t help but chuckle, “I was expecting a warmer welcome from you, Feyd.” I stop walking a couple steps away from him and watch him spin around to face me. His eyes wide for a short moment before his face went hard, hiding any emotions. He takes 2 strides towards me and brings a knife up to my throat, I feel his breath warm against my face. I don’t hesitate to meet his eyes, having expected this reaction. “Is this any way to greet an old friend?”
“We are not children any more. Things have changed since we last saw each other. Clearly that is not exclusive to me.” His eyes trail over my outfit, a clear sign of my involvement in the Bene Gesserit. He seems incredibly unhappy. “Why are you here?” The press of his blade against my neck loosens slightly.
I hum slightly before pulling away from his grasp and walking away from him, towards the guest room I am staying in. “Now where are you going?” He sounds as exasperated as he used to when we were children and I’d drag him around my home.
“To my guest rooms.” I keep walking and feel him follow me as I sit on a hard surface and he approaches me. “Kneel.” I use the voice on him and he slowly lowers himself down in front of me. I bring the box level with his hands, and bring the Gom Jabbar to his neck. He meets my eyes as he places his hand inside the box.
I’m impressed by his lack of reaction, he doesn’t break eye contact with me for a moment. When the test is over I remove Gom Jabbar from threatening him and pull the box away from his hand. “You’ve passed the test.” I keep my voice steady and let my eyes trail down his body. I am surprised as I see an unmistakable bulge in his trousers. I bring my eyes up to meet his eyes again, seeing how heavy they seem to be now.
I lean down slightly and lift his chin with my hands. I had been prepared to need to convince him to bed me, apparently the pain did that for me. He watches me as I bring my lips close to his, not quite meeting them yet. His breathing stops for a moment, and I take that moment to press my lips firmly against his. He kisses me back, turning it heavy and groaning into my mouth. The kiss turns deeper and presses himself into me. I feel his hands trail up my legs and he grips onto my thighs. He drags my body into him and wraps my legs around his waist, before standing up and bringing me with him with practised ease.
His mouth trails away from mine, kissing along my jaw and down my neck as he moves to the bed, lying me down beneath him. He pulls back for a short moment, holding one of my legs to ensure they stay wrapped around him, and he removes his shirt before swiftly returning to kiss me.
I bring my hands to gently trail along his back, feeling every movement as he starts to undress me. His lips trail lower as he reveals more skin. His kisses become rougher and he starts sucking on my skin, making my back arch into him and I dig my nails into his back. He groans in response, licking on the spot before moving to form marks all along my collarbones. “Again,” he mutters out as he moves to a new spot. I take a moment to register what he’s said, and another moment to realise what he means. I drag my nails up his back again, gentler than before. I hear him breathe out a deep sigh as he stops his attack on me, resting his forehead against me. “Harder,” he says, then in a quieter voice, “please.”
I feel an excited pit in my stomach form as he says it, and I let my nails dig further into his skin, dragging it up his back. He lets out another groan and I bring one of my hands close to my face and see the small flecks of blood on the tips of my nails. I can feel that Feyd has become more desperate as he practically tears the clothes off of me, continuing marking down my body as I slowly continue to scratch his back. I enjoy seeing the marks I left as he trails further down between my legs, perhaps too much.
The whole thing is a blur in my head as we lie in the bed, panting and staring at the ceiling. Honestly, I had not expected to enjoy the act itself, my sisters had warned me that it was usually not enjoyable for them, but Feyd had been very good at bringing me pleasure as well as himself. My body is pressed close to him and his arm is stretched out underneath my shoulders. “I didn’t think I’d ever see you again,” he says into the silence after a while.
I turn slightly to look at him properly, he doesn’t meet my eyes but I can see a hint of the vulnerability he used to show me when we were young children. “I didn’t exactly have a choice in the matter. The reverend mother told my parents her decision after she had met me, and honestly, it was better than my other option so I couldn’t bring myself to fight it.”
“What was your other option?” He looks at me now, confusion etched onto his face. I smile slightly at his ignorance of the fate of someone like me, I bring my hand up to his cheek, smiling softly at him.
“My father was not far from arranging a betrothal. I had heard him speaking to my mother about it many times. The lords he was considering,” I cannot meet his eyes for a moment, “it disgusted me even then. Men far older than me, adult men.” I shake myself out of my thoughts, bringing my eyes up to his again. “The reverend mother promised me early in my training that if I continued to exceed expectations then I would not be destined to sire a random heir for a pointless house. I would have done anything to stop myself being married off and turned into some submissive wife. Or worse, a concubine.”
“Your father was a disgusting man.” His hands brush lightly against my legs, in a comforting touch. “I would have stuck to my word. I could have convinced the Baron to speak to your father about allowing us to marry, they would have both liked the idea of our houses joining.” His softness surprises me. Apparently underneath everything, he has not changed since we were children, at least not towards me. I can’t help my widening smile towards him.
“Not much has truly changed since we were children has it? You’re still trying to protect me from things you have no power over. I’m safe now.” I look towards my stomach and place a hand over it, I can feel that we’ve been successful in securing the line. This means that as long as the pregnancy is successful, I will be able to dedicate my life to raising him.
I see his eyes trail from my eyes to where my hand is resting. I see understanding pass over his eyes. “Does that mean you’re leaving again?” He sounds guarded again, like he did when he first saw me again. I let out a sigh as I consider my words.
“The reverend mother wants him raised in the Bene Gesserit way. He is destined to be the Kwisatz Haderach, and he needs to be trained for it from a young age.” I feel emphatic as his eyes grow sad, I wonder how he can still feel all these things after the cruelty I know his uncle will have inflicted on him over the years.
He pulls me in close to him, resting his head on my shoulder and I feel his hand ghost my stomach. “I’m not letting them take you again, either of you. Don’t worry, I can protect you this time.” I let him hold me, allowing myself to realise how his uncle has truly affected him over the years. He said it so softly, with so much care, but with his extreme behaviours over the years, it is clear that he truly means it. Even if I did not want to stay with him, it’s clear I don’t have that choice.
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Cry for the Moon
| Part 1 | Part 2 | Part 3 | Part 4 | Part 5 | Part 6 |
Pairing: Zuko x firebender!reader
Warnings: a few sprinkles of strong language i guess
A/N: I am really happy that you have enjoyed the first chapter! The updates may be generally slow, depending on how much free time I have (mainly at night). I hope this doesn't upset anyone ^.^
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Fixing the golden sash of your crimson robes, you leant the railings of the ship, your amber eyes focused on Azula. After verbally making the captain regret the day he was born, the Princess had moved onto her training. Not that she needed any more of it – you were sure that there was little to none she could improve further in her skills and techniques; however, Azula tended to get quite difficult when you shared this particular opinion with her. Hence, you kept your thoughts to yourself and watched the Princess train.
As Azula’s advisors, Lo and Li were there as well. Even the thought of having to interact with the sisters brought you on the verge of throwing out – you despised them both dearly for you could see how their so-called advisory was corrupting Azula day by day ever since Ursa left. Of course, your feelings were mutual. Lo and Li didn’t approve of you being tender to Azula, of you taking care of her as if she was your responsibility; however, they knew very well how good of an ally you were to the Princess, which didn’t allow them to speak ill of you.
Azula stood perfectly straight, holding her fingers in her hand. Then, she started to move her arms in a circular motion to generate lightning. Once the bolt was ready, she fired it into the sky.
“Almost perfect.” Lo said.
“One hair out of place.” Li finished her sister’s word.
You didn’t hide the way you rolled your eyes.
In an aggressive way, Azula pushed away that loose strand of hair away. “Almost isn’t good enough!” She wasn’t pleased with herself, leading her to generate lighting once more and fire it off into the distance.
Sending a warning look at the old women, you walked towards your best friend. “Have I told you before how much I admire the way you use lightning?” You told her with a warm smile on your lips. The strong wind of the open sea was messing with your hair which was already put in a neat top knot. “Perhaps these moments are the most that make me envy you.”
Azula shook her head. “As long as it is not perfect, it doesn’t matter how much you admire the way I use it.”
Over the years, you have learnt to be patient with Azula – it was very much like dealing with a broken child, one needed to hit the right notes at the right time. “Sweetheart, it is perfect.” You insisted, keeping your tone soft and tender. “You have never seen the way your posture stays still even though such powerful energy is using your whole body as a pathway. And you certainly don’t know how magnificent it seems when one gets to see the reflection of your own lightning in your own eyes.” You could see the edge of Azula’s lips curling upwards. “It is terrifying – yes, but it is quite hot, too.”
You had to be careful when you wanted to compliment Azula – she didn’t like it when someone complimented her just for the sake of flattery. You had to mean it and the chosen timing had to be precise – just like now. Her technique was excellent, she could generate lightning with little to no difficulties. At such a moment, further criticising her would only contribute to Azula’s already damaged inner self.
Sometimes, the little girl in her just needed to hear some genuine compliments coming from the heart.
Winking at the smiling princess, you started heading to the kitchen. “I am going to make tea – would you like some as well?”
Azula shook her head as a frown formed on her face. “You and your tea obsession sometimes remind me of Uncle Iroh,” she muttered with an annoyed tone. “And I don’t like it.”
You shrugged indifferently. “I love tea – you should learn to love me like that.”
In fact, it was indeed Iroh who was responsible for your appetite for tea.
[Time Skip]
You stood behind the Princess, as if you wanted to melt into the shadows. Upon reaching land and finding the Banished Prince’s place of stay, Azula insisted you accompanied her during her first encounter with Zuko after three long years. Of course, for you, it too was going to be first time seeing Zuko after all these years. On the way, you gave it your best to tune down your shivering. It wasn’t because you were cold – if that were the case, your breath of fire could get rid of the shivering – no, it was because you were too nervous to look into Zuko’s amber eyes one again.
When Iroh and Zuko came back to their place of stay, Iron placed several seashells onto the table, failing to notice you and Azula at first sight. “Look at these magnificent shells!” Iroh said enthusiastically as he held up a shell. “I’ll enjoy these keepsakes for years to come!”
Zuko was in simple, grey robes with red stripes on the edges. After losing the Agni Kai against his father, he had shaved most of his hair but hadn’t touched the top knot – just like every other person would do in the Fire Nation. “We don’t need any more useless things! You forget, we have to carry everything ourselves now!”
His temper has got only worse as it seems, you thought with an arched brow. Just like a hurt animal, he is barking at everyone around him.
Iroh and Zuko both turned their look to the table as Azula spoke calmly from the corner. “Hello, brother. Uncle.”
For a brief moment, time seemed to freeze as your amber eyes met that of Zuko’s. You tried to understand what he was feeling from the look in his eyes but instead, you found yourself being carried to a distant memory from long, long ago.
“I will be back before you know it,” Zuko said as he cupped your face – his face wasn’t healed so he had his left eye covered. “I don’t want to see you wasting your tears because of it.”
“Please, Zuko.” You muttered between your sobs. “Let me come with you!”
Hearing Zuko silently speaking your name made you come back to the present moment. Without speaking to him, you nodded at his direction and then placed your right hand on Azula’s shoulder. Upon seeing the emptiness in your eyes when they were set onto him, the longing expression on Zuko’s face disappeared, leaving its place to anger.
Using anger to drown everything else he might feel – he is going to regret this but it will then be too late.
“What are you doing here?” Zuko asked Azula with an angry tone.
Azula held up a shell in her hand. “In my country, we exchange a pleasant hello before asking questions.” She spoke with a sarcastic tone, causing the edge of your lips to curl upwards. Right now, you found yourself enjoying how Azula toyed with her prey.
Three years ago, you wouldn’t think twice as you interrupted during such a moment.
However, the only bit of affection you felt at the present moment was towards Azula and no one else in that room.
Azula stood up from the chair and walked towards Zuko and Iroh. “Have you become uncivilised so soon, Zuzu?”
“Don’t call me that!” Zuko glared at Azula.
Iroh was trying to establish a calmer environment. “To what do we owe this honour?” He asked with a clearly upset tone.
“Hmmm... must be a family trait. Both of you so quick to get to the point.” Azula said as if she wasn’t related to them both at all, which raised an urge to raise an eyebrow at her but you kept it to yourself. Azula broke the shell she was holding. “We have brought a message from home.”
You started walking towards the princess with small steps as you talked. “The Fire Lord has heard rumours of plans to overthrow him and thus, he has changed his mind.”
Azula nodded, taking the word from you. The two of you carried out this play as if it were a theatre piece. “Family is suddenly very important to him, being the only ones you can really trust.” Waiting for a reaction from the Banished Prince, Azula paused briefly. “Father regrets your banishment. He wants you home.” Upon not receiving any feedback, a frown appeared on her beautiful face. “Did you hear me? You should be happy. Excited. Grateful. I just gave you great news.”
Iroh responded instead of Zuko, which was apparently enough to irritate Azula. “I’m sure your brother simply needs a moment.”
“Don’t interrupt, Uncle!” Azula got loud furiously. You placed your hand on the small of her back gently, which caused Azula to turn her piercing glare to you.
“Azula, please, you are better than this.” You spoke with a soft tone, which seemed to baffle Iroh to a great extent. Little did you notice the shock inside Zuko’s eyes turn to longing and jealousy. “Controlling your temper should be a simple walk in the park for someone like you.”
Azula gave you a small nod as the fury in her amber eyes lessened slowly. Taking a deep breath, she turned to face her brother. “I still haven't heard my thank you.” She spoke with an annoyed tone. “I'm not a messenger. I didn't have to come all this way.”
Finally managing to look away from you, Zuko shook himself and then started stuttering. “Father regrets? He ... wants me back?”
“We see that you both need time to take this in, don’t we, Princess?” You asked as you looked at Azula from the corner of your eye. She nodded at you. “We will come to call on you tomorrow. Good evening.”
Zuko kept looking behind you even long after you and Azula left their place of stay.
[Zuko’s POV]
The turmoil he felt within was about to drive him mad.
He didn’t know what he needed to reflect on: the fact that his father finally wanted him back after three long years, how his great failure at the North had hurt his pride or the way her amber eyes didn’t shine with love anymore.
Of course, he had spent sleepless nights ever since he was banished, thinking about what she was doing without him, how she was going to welcome him the next time they met, whether she has already moved on…
Zuko knew it would be foolish to hope for her to have stayed at the same place he had left her; however, he couldn’t have been ready for the coldness and emptiness in her eyes. For all his life, those amber eyes would shine the moment they saw him. Her memory had always brought Zuko nothing but warmth and peace. Until today.
It was obvious that the way he left her had scarred her in a way Zuko hadn’t anticipated. It felt like she had ripped that special place in her heart – where their memories, their affection for one another would rest – and burnt it into ashes.
However, she was still capable of showing affection, showing compassion. It wasn’t entirely gone – no, there just wasn’t anything left for Zuko anymore. For Azula, on the other hand… Oh, the Banished Prince didn’t remember being surrounded by that green could of jealousy before. It tasted bitter and it left one longing – longing to be shown the love he was once oh so used to feel.
I want it back, Zuko thought as he sat on the hill, watching the sun go down, colouring the sky in its crimson shades. I want her to look at me the way she looks at my sister. I hate the coldness in her voice. We were meant for each other!
Deep down, he knew very well it was all his fault but he wasn’t ready to admit the truth just yet. It was there, a silent scream, reminding him of every terrible thing he had done that day, he had said that day. Deep down, he understood the reason behind her coldness, behind the distance, behind the lost feelings…
The truth, however, was more bitter than the jealousy. He couldn’t admit it, he couldn’t accept that he was alone responsible for losing her.
Zuko shook himself. No, I haven’t lost her. Not yet. Slowly, he stood up, ready to head back to the hut. Once I am given my rightful place – by my father’s side – I will make it up to her. It was promised that she will, one day, be the wife of the future Fire Lord. I intend to keep my part of the promise.
[Time Skip]
“I told you they would come,” Azula muttered under her breath, keeping her voice to a minimum as you both stood on top of the ramp leading up to the ship.
“I must admit, I am disappointed.” You spoke with an equally low voice. Your eyes followed the Banished Prince as he and Iroh approached the ship. “I would have expected Zuko to be smarter than that.”
You could tell that Azula gave it all not to roll her eyes at your remark. “Oh, please – as if you don’t know my brother at all.”
As Zuko and Iroh walked up the ramp, procession guards stood on either side of them, forming an aisle. You realised that Iroh seemed rather suspicious as he averted his eyes between guards – he probably knew very well that they both were walking into a trap.
The guards closed the aisle when Iroh and Zuko reached the ship. “Brother! Uncle! Welcome! I'm so glad you decided to come.” Azula spoke, keeping up her façade perfectly. You simply nodded at them. For a brief moment, your eyes met that of Zuko’s – he didn’t even try to hide the longing reflecting through his amber eyes. However, you couldn’t risk being distracted, hence you quickly turned your eyes away, keeping up the strict face.
“Are we ready to depart, Your Highness?” The captain asked Azula.
The Princess nodded with a sweet smile on her face – you didn’t remember Azula showing such a smile with an audience. “Set our course for home, captain.”
The urge to smirk was too strong, you had to try quite hard to keep it to yourself. She does know how to play, you thought as you fixed your eyes on Azula. I love it.
“You heard the princess!” The captain shouted to the crew. “Raise the anchors! We are taking the prisoners home!”
It didn’t even take a second for you to turn to the captain with a sharp look on your face, your beautiful features being darkened by the fury raising within you. You idiot! You had only one damn job to do – one single thing!
The captain widened his eyes in realisation at his mistake as he looked at Azula; Zuko and Iroh were taken by surprise. Azula, on the other hand, carried the same fury inhabiting your face. You knew that if it weren’t for the importance of keeping the prisoners on board without letting them escape, Azula would have already chopped off the captain’s tongue.
“Your Highness, I …” The captain stuttered nervously but he quickly lost his spotlight as Iroh started to send fire blasts at the guards. Zuko threw the captain off into the water, stomping furiously towards Azula and you.
“You lied to me!” Zuko shouted at Azula, angrily.
Azula smirked. “Like I have never done that before.” The Princess held you from your arm as you both walked away, leaving the Banished Prince behind. You were confused as to what Azula’s plan exactly was but it seemed like she trusted the guards to capture him.
“Azula,” you spoke with a low but strong voice. “The guards won’t be able to hold them back. Don’t underestimate your enemy.”
“Ah, please,” Azula’s voice was overmuch condescending. “It’s Zuzu we are talking about.”
Before you could start lecturing Azula, you both turned back upon hearing Zuko blasting off two guards off the ship. He charged at the two of you with fire draggers in his hands but you could easily tell that his main goal was to reach Azula.
Iroh shouted at Zuko, telling him to leave the ship, but Zuko being himself, completely ignored the only sane thing to do at that very moment. The edge of your lip curled upwards as Azula easily dodged all of Zuko’s attacks – you didn’t even have to intervene.
“You know, Father blames Uncle for the loss of the North Pole. And he considers you a miserable failure for not finding the Avatar!” Azula talked as Zuko panted for air and for the first time since the previous day, Zuko was seeing the true face of his sister. “Why would he want you back home, except to lock you up where you can no longer embarrass him?”
Zuko conjured up two fire daggers again and leapt into the air, sending a powerful fire blast at Azula. You extended your arms forwards, palms resting against each other as you jumped in front of the fire blast. The flames went by you, losing their strength as your body acted like a shield between the siblings, protecting Azula from the flames.
As the smoke drifted away, Zuko’s eyes widened with shock and disappointment when he saw you standing there. Taking a deep breath to disconnect your emotions from your actions, you punched forward a wave of flames. At first, it seemed like Zuko was frozen in his place, unable to move as your flames flew at his direction, getting closer by the second.
Then, at the last moment, the Banished Prince rolled to the side. He wasn’t even capable of dodging the attack. Not because he was too weak – he was anything but weak – no, it was because he had never known this you before. He didn’t know what to do.
You had never let your flames get this close to him before – even back then, when everything was different.
“You always go too easy on me!” Zuko protested as he helped you to your feet. “I have seen you regret others the day they were born while training – why do you always hold back when it is just the two of us?”
A small smile formed on your lips as you walked towards the table to grab a bottle of water. “Zuko, do you truly believe that you will have to fight me someday?” You asked and paused for a moment to drink the water. “I mean like out there, in the world.”
“Of course not!” Zuko answered without even thinking about it. “You… Why would I have to fight my future wife?”
“See, this is exactly why I use different methods.” You said as you took small steps towards Zuko, who had a confused expression on his face. “With others, I have to show them what awaits them if they dare cross me someday. But with you, I can simply focus on the training.”
Slowly, you cupped Zuko’s face, standing on your fingertips, and placed a small kiss on his lips. The Banished Prince carried the hints of pink on his cheeks. “Since you won’t ever get to stand on the other side of my flames, you have nothing to worry about.” Zuko wasn’t able to hide his smile. “I will always be by your side.”
You felt as if you shared the same flashback with Zuko – time seemed to freeze around the both of you. Memories from a distant past started to flow in front of your eyes. However, this shared state didn’t last as you were both drawn back to reality with Azula, shooting fire towards Zuko.
For a split second, you felt the urge to jump between Zuko and the blue flames but it disappeared as quickly as it came.
Zuko jumped to his feet and continued to duel Azula, the two eventually making their way up the stairway leading to the central control area of the ship. Before you could follow them up, Azula knocked Zuko to his feet with a blue fire blast, the Banished Prince landing roughly at the bottom of the stairwell.
Your eyes widened as you realised Azula was getting ready to generate lightning. However, you knew very well where you loyalties lied; hence, you took another deep breath to let the chains of the feelings go away. With enough attention, anyone could see the hints of humanity leaving your amber eyes.
Azula moved her arms in a circular motion, generating the lightning to fire the bolt at her brother.
Suddenly, Iroh stepped in – you didn’t even notice him going up there – and grabbed a hold of Azula’s right hand as if he could take away the lightning. Your eyes widened with shock when you saw Iroh literally redirecting the lightning, causing it to strike a far-off cliff side.
Holy shit, you thought to yourself, your mouth wide open. Iroh redirected the fucking lighting! I didn’t even know such a technique existed in the first place! Oh, I would give up everything to learn that!
Well, maybe not everything but a significant amount.
Admiration left your body when Iroh kicked Azula off the ship. “Azula!” You shouted and jumped after her into the water, without even thinking about staying on board to at least hinder Zuko from escaping. When it came to Azula, you tended to let go off everything just to be sure she was safe.
“The royal guards are nothing but weights,” Azula spoke angrily after arriving the shore. Quickly, she used her firebending to dry off herself. “Unnecessary weight needs to be gone.”
You raised an eyebrow at her while using the same technique, hot steam was radiating off your body. “What do you have in mind?”
Azula smirked, her clothes were already completely dry. “We will be paying some old friends a visit.”
As you followed her to the ship, you couldn’t help yourself but roll your eyes. “So I won’t get to see my boy for a while, eh?”
“Your dog,” Azula put an emphasis on the word dog while speaking, causing you to roll your eyes for the second time “could have made it to my list of useful people if he had used some of his time for training instead of fooling around.”
“No wonder he is intimidated by you.” You muttered under your breath. “Well, anyway – who are these old friends?”
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Updated Sebek Facts Part 16: Strength (pt1)
Sebek says he never passes up a rigorous training opportunity, and he is not very enthused to learn that the Harveston sled race involves sleds pulled by plushies: “That isn’t quite the rugged racing experience I envisioned.”
During Harveston he does push-ups, stretches, running, squats and drawing water from a well for exercise by 6am, encouraging Idia to join him (Idia refuses).
He says he is always awake early for training as “a little exercise will shake off any drowsiness” and also invites Grim to join him (Grim refuses).
He observes that going up and down the stairs of the bell tower at Noble Bell College “could make for an excellent training regimen.”
Sebek says that he did not have any stuffed animals as a child because he grew out of “such childishness” one month after he was born: “Though I did hug a sandbag while I slept. Exercise equipment were my toys when I was a toddler.”
When Epel encourages the team to take regular breaks to stay on top of their game Sebek insists on utilizing every second they have to practice for the Harveston sled race.
When Jade recommends they do one last thing before bed, Sebek suggests a pre-bedtime workout.
Sebek has a voice line of, “I despise whining. Adversity is our greatest form of nourishment! Without pain, there can be no gain!”
Sebek says that he trains “most assiduously” every day and Lilia says he demands much of both himself and others.
Silver says that after Malleus and Lilia enrolled at NRC Sebek’s training regimen became more rigorous than ever before, and he would stare at Silver’s acceptance letter with “that same stern look he gets when training.”
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I love Buck to death but I also don't know why so many people want him to be captain.
Q. They could just as easily be setting it up for Buck to be Captain. We know it's something he wants and he'd be good at it. It doesn't have to be Hen or Chimney. Buck is just as ready as they are.
A. I must admit I don't understand where all the 'Buck should be new captain' stuff is coming from. He's never even filled in as captain before. Yes he said it was something he would like to be considered for at some point, or at least have the people in his circle think that he's capable of being captain. And someday I think he'd make an excellent captain. But he's not nearly as ready right now as Hen is. If they're really going the route of having Bobby retire, the easiest transitions to make, that allows everything else to kind of stay relatively 'normal' for the 118 would be to make Hen captain. Have Eddie slide over to fill her role as Chimney's partner and the other medic. And keep Ravi on as Buck's partner. That keeps them all together. It also allows Buck and Eddie to stay on the same shift, on the same schedule for the most part, but also avoids having them be partners at work (because they'll be boyfriends). Buck would not be allowed to be Eddie's captain. While it's a super sexy idea, it wouldn't be allowed. And if I'm being honest I don't love the optics, or message, of skipping over the definitely more qualified, at this point in time anyway, black, female, lesbian firefighter, in favor of the less qualified, and at this point he is less qualified than Hen, white man. That is not a good look at all. And it's not a sensible choice. I adore Buck. I'm a Buck girlie, but he doesn't need to be the first choice for everything.
Thank you Nonny. 😋
Why do so many people want Buck to be the next captain? I don't get it.
I really love Buck, but he is so far from ready to lead a fire station. And honestly, I don't know if he will ever be ready at all? 🤷♀️
He thinks too much with his heart and not enough with his mind. He is not dumb, not at all. He is very intelligent and resourceful. But he is also highly emotional when it comes to his friends and fire family. That is not something you can afford as a captain. You need to be able to turn the switch when you're in the middle of an emergency.
You can't just abandon everything and run after a dog, because it ran away from you. You cannot just break down in the middle of a rescue operation because your friend just got buried under a ton of earth. You need to be level-headed at all times.
Now maybe he'll learn that eventually, sure... but I also think that Buck will come to the conclusion that he might not want to be captain all that much. The last time he wanted it because he wanted the validation. But he has really grown since then and I think that he might not need that validation anymore.
He KNOWS that he is a good firefighter and he KNOWS that he can save most people when he is in the field, instead of coordinating from the outside. So I do think he wouldn't even want the job if it was ever presented to him. 🤷♀️
If he ever has to stop being an active firefighter, I think he might want to take a position at the Academy to train new recruits. I honestly think that he is a born teacher. He has all the necessary skills to be an excellent mentor to young aspiring firefighters.
Now, don't come after me for having an opinion on this. It's just the way I interpret Buck as a character. Please feel free to disagree wholeheartedly with me. I'm more than fine with that. To each their own. 😌
I agree with Ali here that Hen has to come first. She has proven herself before as a captain. She is highly intelligent, intuitive and capable of making the right decisions. She has all the right skills to do the job. So it should be her.
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backfire ㅡ ༝ ˚ 。⋆ 𓇼 ⋆。 ˚ ༝ [ao3]
!! kenji "ken" sato x reader fanfic
𓇼she/her
warning ! none
word count- 5k
so i published this in ao3 and is where ill be updating it first, its also my first fanfic there so id appreciate a lot if yall went there to read it instead of here, heres the link
this is the second chapter, btw, the first one can be found either on ao3 or you can search for it on my masterlist :)
You often stayed after games and after trainings until late, or left early, to make sure you were alone, that no one was going to question why you decided to go back home all sweaty and dirty instead of taking a shower in the dressing room or at least change your clothes to something that wasn’t completely stained with dirt. After the game some players stayed, to make connections, to talk with people, to celebrate or even interact with fans, on the other hand you practically disappeared the second the game was announced as over. Usually you’d interact a little bit, make just the slightest bit of presence just to remain known by the highest powers in the baseball world. Not that you needed it, your father was sure to give every accommodation you needed, but you really wanted to do this your way.
Sadly, as much as you wanted to do everything by yourself, you still needed the nepotism sometimes. You needed your dad to disappear a good part of your medical record and act like they weren’t needed, you needed your dad to intervene so when you started no one required too many identifications that revealed you weren’t a man. But for the rest, you did it yourself. You got your own sponsors, you got your own contacts, you got your own deal to be transferred to the giants, your dad still had to intervene every now and then, but you knew if it was for him, he would always be involved.
The first time you decided you were going to play for the men’s team was when you were way younger, at last year in school when you weren’t allowed to play baseball at all cause apparently, it was a men sport. Your P.E teacher voice telling you maybe you should sign for cheerleading instead resonated in your head with the echoing of your dad’s wishes of having a boy, wishes he always made clear for you. So, you did what any 17-year-old who watches too many movies would do. The next day you came back with baggy clothes, a new haircut and a poorly made makeup to look more masculine. It looked horrible and you were sure it wasn’t going to work, but you were lucky you were, in fact, an excellent player. You crushed the audition play, didn’t missed a single ball, even scored a home run. That easy, you were into the team, at least for a year.
Your dad was thrilled. He always wanted a boy; he always wanted a boy son who would be good at baseball. You had your brothers who he tried to teach how to play, but they just didn’t like it, and as they grew up they actively told your dad that they weren’t going to be the perfect player he wanted, of course your dad, stubborn and probably straight up an asshole, didn’t cared and kept pushing his ideas on everyone, until your brothers grew independent and tired of his dad ignoring any achievement that didn’t included hitting balls with a piece of wood. You, on the other hand, young and stupid, really wanted to make him proud, you wanted him to notice how you were an excellent player, how you didn’t missed any balls, how you could run the whole field without getting tired or getting outed. And he noticed, sometimes, but there was just a single undeniable truth. You were a girl. You couldn’t play on his favorite teams or get him a 1 on 1 interview with his favorite players. And girls are weaker, according to him, so as much as you had potential, talent, determination, it didn’t matter, eventually some guy with the appropriate genetics would appear and be just plain better than you. But as long as that day didn’t came, you were going to show him.
The first days you tried to get into an actual baseball team pretending to be a man he called you insane, that you were you just trying to get yourself arrested, you didn’t cared. You prepared yourself to look as much as a man you could. You already had it rehearsed, you already knew how to pretend. Don’t talk much so your voice wouldn’t give you away, look angry and have a body language so stiff it simply looked awkward. Your short hair remained, you got used to it at that point, you left the poorly made make up behind, people would just believe you were a feminine looking guy in the same way you’ve thought other guys looked quite feminine. You kept your clothes baggy, avoiding any tight clothing that would make more visibly curves than necessary. As usual, you did so good at practice the coach was fascinated by you, he wanted you there, he wanted you to be part of the team and fulfill your promises of winning every local tournament.
Your act remained always, you barely stayed with your team after practice, coming way earlier and leaving just when you were done, never using the dressing room, let alone the showers. Sometimes you’d accept hangouts, one of your coaches insisted it was vital you got along with your teammates, and you totally understood that, it was easier to trust each other and play better that way. But in general, you didn’t interact much with any of them, at all. At that point it wasn’t even about hiding your voice, it was also about making sure you weren’t going to say something that would give away your little secret. When it came to fan meetings you had to go, you needed a fanbase, you needed a bunch of people that were going riot if you were ever removed from the team, and in general you were grateful to have such appreciating fans that even defended you when you made a mess at the field, when even your dad wouldn’t speak to you because you made 3 strikes. So, you did interact with your fans, mostly through social media. You practically answered any message and any comment given to you, when you got a little too famous it was harder, but you remained present to fans. In person it was harder, but you enjoyed exchanging a few words with them when you could and no one else was nearby.
You passed every audition, but there was paperwork needed, that was when your dad came in. Uncertain, but thrilling to get his dream just a bit closer to being true, having an excellent baseball player as a son. Unsurprisingly your dad worked in different sports sponsorships companies, he made sure that baseball was in every fraction of his life, he worked on the finance department, but it was easy for him to slip certain documents onto other offices and make your name reach other mouths, more powerful mouths, and if any of that didn’t work, your dad was more than willing to pay to keep mouth shuts and eyes blind. But that wasn’t needed anymore when you got into national teams, until you got to the Tigers.
By the moment you got into the Tigers, you were already a well-known baseball player, known enough that you didn’t need that much paperwork to go through before you were accepted, and the paperwork that was required was barely checked, with any blank in the documentation ignored and forgotten since you were such a good player and such a good addition that anything could be just looked past by. Of course it wasn’t always easy, when you wanted to get an sponsor out of your dad’s hands you had to do some interviews, interviews where your voice definitely sounded more high pitched than necessary but the old men sitting in front of you didn’t cared, they just wanted you to bring more money than they were about to give you.
But the bests news came when your coach told you they sold you, when those words first came out of his mouth you panicked, thinking you did something wrong, you didn’t played good enough, you failed too many games, you missed too many balls, you were certain you didn’t got discovered, you were pretty sure by that point they would just straight up send you to jail. Your coach calmed you down right away when he saw you were about to cry, hurrying the information out of his lips and letting you know he sold you to the Giants, that they both saw potential and you and thought you’d fit just nice there. You screamed, hugging him tightly in a way too out of character behavior. He only assumed you were too excited and didn’t think too much into it. Your dad was beyond excited when you told him the news, he, at last, got his dream of getting a kid into his favorite team, hugging you tightly as you hugged him back.
And now you were sitting inside the dressing room, drinking water, thinking about everything you did wrong at the game. Your dad was 100% going to scold you for getting a strike on your first game, that wasn’t going to look good on your stats. But you were sure overall, you did good. You sighted audibly, already hearing your dad talk about that strike. You contemplated going outside with the rest of the team as you heard the celebration screams, finally deciding to head home instead, you were tired and decided it would be better to torture yourself with your thoughts alone. Your walk out of the door was stopped by one of your teammates, one you knew well. To be fair, you knew all of them too well, but Ken Sato stood out. You liked knowing your teammates, you knew everyone name and a little bit of their story, how did they managed to get to the team, where were they from, simple stuff to make sure you could pull through a small conversation with them and getting them to like you. But you knew just a little bit more about Sato. You saw yourself in him, just a little bit. You’ve heard how his whole life revolved around baseball, how nothing was known about his past and any detail that didn’t got to do with baseball was ignored by him, he did interviews, really long ones, but he never shared anything personal, at this point it was something well known how he had an art to avoid personal questions.
You heard a fake cough, clearly awkward by the way you were just staring at him. “Are you heading home? So soon?” He asked calmly, walking inside the dressing room as you moved out of his way. You stared at your bag, thinking the answer was obvious, you really didn’t want to talk. “Uh… Yeah, I’m tired.” You said, simply, hoping that was enough of an answer, trying to scoot your way to his side and out of the door. But it wasn’t enough for Sato, after weeks of being told it was impossible to get a word out of you, he was about to make what seemed the unbelievable, a conversation. “Tired? Come on! It’s not even midnight,” He left it there, just looking into your eyes hoping you’ll drop a sentence longer than 3 words. But you didn’t.
With practiced grace, you pulled out of your phone from your back pocket, pretending a phone call, putting it right by your ear “Hello? Yeah, I’m coming.” You looked at Sato, signaling your phone for a few seconds and giving him an ‘I’m sorry,’ smile. Sato got annoyed, he knew you were just pretending, he saw the little ‘Swipe to unlock’ instruction on the lowest part of your phone, the only part visible since the upper side was hidden by your head. He saw your back as you ran away from him through the hallways of the dome as a new goal popped into his head. Talk with you. He was stubborn, there was no doubt in that, growing up in a foreign country where children were evil and decided that he couldn’t play with them because he didn’t look like them changed him completely, he wanted to show them he was good, he wanted to give them something else to talk about. And he did.
Since that moment Sato became your shadow, trying to small talk with you, asking you questions, he even came to the point of asking you for help during training, training sessions he usually didn’t even went, but he had a new goal. He tried to force conversations out of you and you could usually run away from him, making up excuses or casually your coach needed you close, each time you both got more annoyed, you really wanted to remain unnoticed, and he hated how vaguely you tried to ignore him politely. After a few days, you barely put any effort, sometimes even just straight up walking away from him when you saw him coming.
On the other hand, your popularity kept growing, the respect people had for you became more present, both inside the team, and outside. Your coach and teammates found you valuable, yes, you barely spoke, you barely stayed with them out of work hours and sometimes you looked angry for no reason, but you were helpful. You often helped clean the field after trainings, you talked with the rookies to keep them motivated, even though you were a rookie, at least in the team, yourself. You were also simply excellent, you seemed to never get tired, you never missed a hit, you never got out while running bases and a well thrown ball by you was impossible to bat. The main difference between you and Sato was the cocky personality Sato carried, answering any heart question with arrogance, treating all the rookies as a fan and barely helping around the field, with that type of competition your personality didn’t mattered and as long as you kept doing the bare minimum and not talking back to the coach (Not that you talked at all) will be accepted and even welcomed. That was why Coach Shimura had a soft spot for you, you both were excellent players, but you had that bit of heart Sato missed.
So, every time Sato saw you talking alone with Shimura, his blood boiled, he was convinced he was a better player than you, what could possibly be discussed that he wasn’t included? Sato would give his soul to have that kind of attention you were getting, but you absolutely hated it, you hated being so deep into the spotlight, you hated when Shimura guided rookies towards you so you could instruct them, you hated when he would ask you to give speeches or motivate your teammates, you often could save yourself out of those situations, but more often than not, it was difficult, you feared one day you’d say more than necessary or they will realize your voice is a little too high pitched for a guy. With Sato annoying you to get sentences out of your mouth and coach Shimura insisting in you sharing the face of the team with Ken you were sure you were going to go crazy.
You knew that last part on a terribly day in which you already wanted to die. That evening you did terrible at practice, for the first time in months, and stayed once it was over, batting angrily in front of the machine that threw balls at you, already listening to your dads aggressive comments he would make if you told him how many balls you missed or how fast you got tired. Sato stayed too, equally as mad at you, with a scold from his dad fresh on his memory, about how he had to fulfill his duties as Ultraman, even though he was certain he was already doing way too much, and on top of that, he had to deliver such news to you. When you both came in sight of each other in the dressing room both of you sighted audibly, you dropped your bat dramatically as he rolled his eyes so hard you thought he stared to his insides for a second. You didn’t want to deal with him and the sole look of your face was a reminder that you were coach Shimura’s pet and he was being forgotten, or at least that’s what his selfish brain made him believe. “Believe me, I’m as happy as you,” He put his hand in front of you, holding a wrinkled piece of paper that probably had to deal with his frustration before meeting you.
You grabbed the piece of paper, flattening out some of the wrinkles so you could read more easily. “You must be jokin’,” You whispered, an unbelievable smile present in your face. You read how you, apparently, had a photoshoot with the man in front of you as the faces of the team, so you could promote the team and future games. And for some reason you also had to promote his coconut water brand. “Coconut water, are you serious?” You stared at him, praying it was some kind of joke. “It wasn’t my decision!” He yelled at you, before running a hand through his hair, pushing a few loose strands back to its place. “It’s tomorrow, trust me, I wouldn’t go if I wasn’t going to get paid.” He took the sheet from your hands with more aggressiveness you would have accepted, considering using your bat to teach him about manners, but you decided to remain calm.
The next day you doubted, deeply. That was way more exposure than necessary, and there were many things that could go wrong. A pose, a shadow, that they wanted to change your clothes to something tighter, make up looking a bit too good on you, but the money sound tempting. The popularity also sounded tempting, and your dad praises sounded even more tempting. You packed your own uniform, you were sure that for the first part of the photoshoot, the baseball part of it, it was going to be needed, now you just prayed that for the coconut water it was going to be needed too. You grunted loudly before opening the front door of your apartment.
You tapped your feet anxiously while waiting for the elevator to arrive to the 5th floor, you walked through reception and into the actual proper studio. Everyone was there, everyone except Sato, you thought you were late, but it was clear Ken’s ego wouldn’t let him take anyone else time into consideration. Your coach wasn’t there, it was expected, he wasn’t needed there, he already agreed to be you and Sato the new faces, his job was done. But you saw the team’s manager and someone from the public relationship teams, everyone else was makeup artists, photographers and a few creative supervisors you didn’t knew. The place smelt like coffee, it was terribly cold and it was dark, except by the white blanket with props leaned into a wall, where the pics were going to be taken for sure, two guys checking two beachy wallpapers, trying to decide which one was going to be used and two blinding white lights in front of it. You gave a polite smile with a head nod to everyone you knew, and a more reserved bow to everyone you didn’t as you got guided to your dressing room, the girl guiding you told you to put the uniform they kept there, as you told them you had yours, she told you, with a polite and rehearsed smile, that you had to wear the one given, since yours was damaged, stained and worn. And you couldn’t even get mad at those statements, it was true. You gave her a polite smile nodding before you were left alone.
The uniform fit right, just right. It was definitely tighter than your own uniform, but not that much, you still looked like a feminine guy as long as you didn’t stretch into specific positions. When you walked outside the same girl from before guided you to the makeup artists, where a guy worked on your face. You feared make up was going to make you look more feminine since the only experience you had with it was the failure from your first team audition, but it actually made you look better, just a tad more masculine, not too much, he knew what they were doing, unlike you back then.
When Sato arrived, it was already way too late for it to be socially accepted, he clearly didn’t cared though. He walked into the room with a half drank coffee in his hand, eyebags under his eyes and, for the first time you’ve ever seen, a tired expression on his face. His eyes scanned the room falling into you. “Oh, you’re ready.” He simply stated. The room froze for a few seconds, clearly everyone questioning if they should say something or just let him be. Finally, the same girl that helped you before, showed him his way the dressing room, giving him the exact same indications she did to you. You waited for him while playing something in your phone, resisting the urge of touching your face in annoyance from the new heaviness you felt.
He walked out moments later, you tilted your head up, catching a glimpse of him, nothing new. He wore basically the same uniform, maybe a tad tighter, probably to show off his worked body. His make up was next, he sat next to you in front of the mirror, giving you a few glimpses before focusing on the girl in front of him, giving him indications on how to place his head so she could do her job properly, his make-up, hiding the eyebags, defining already defined sharp edges and that was it, way less job than what you needed, he already looked masculine enough for the demographic that needed him to look like that. You didn’t felt insecure, you knew it was obvious for him to look more than a man than you, you didn’t care neither, baseball wasn’t about looks, as long as you kept scoring, you’ll have a fanbase, maybe not one as voluptuous as Sato’s, but a fanbase. You didn’t exchange a word while he sat next to you, until he remembered he wanted to make you speak, be the exception of that rule of yours of not speaking too much. “Is your first photoshoot, rookie?” He asked without looking at you, you peered your eyes from your phone, not fully moving your head at all, you contemplated the question for a few seconds, not because you didn’t know the answer, but because you were trying to find out where he was going. You shook your head gently, he looked into your eyes deeply, waiting for you to add an actual sentence to your response, but you didn’t, so an awkward silence became present before he spoke again. “I can tell, you look really nervous.” He mocked, laughing slightly, and you pretended to not care, to act like you knew he was trying to tease you. But you straightened your back quickly, cleared your throat slightly and looked at him into his eyes. “I’m not,” you said, trying to sound sure but your voice came high pitched and weak, you saw Sato hold his laugh for barely a second before bursting into a laugh. “What’s your problem? Leave me alone,” You crossed your arms annoyed, embarrassed you let him hear your real voice just like that, you coughed slightly, “I’m just, uh… This is new,” You shrugged slowly, as Sato tried to hold his laughter, fixing himself back into his chair without looking at you. “Don’t worry, you’ll be fine,”.
You were finally called on set, a simple greenish block color on the background, they handed you gloves, balls and a bat, lighter than the real stuff, clearly just props meant to look good on camera and not to serve an actual purpose. The staff gave you indications on how to pose and you thanked God for it. The poses were simple, stand next to each other, a friendly hand on a shoulder, a nod on the head to look more natural, they asked Sato to smile wide while they thought it was enough for you to give a polite smile, just bring the corners of your lips up a little bit. The flash of the camera made you blink the first times, Sato laughed each time, eventually you got used to it and could endure through it. The coconut water came in after a few shots, they changed the background color for a blue-ish one, but still plain and simple, you assumed it was so it would be easier to edit it later. When they handed you the cans you looked at Sato with a smile, “Leave me alone!” He exclaimed right away, making you laugh, you remembered to keep it down so your voice wouldn’t give your little secret away.
Once the photoshoot was over, the team told you that you could leave, that the photos would be sent to coach Shimura for him to show both of you. You tried to go back to your dressing room, but found Sato on the way there too, as you stopped so he could go first he stared at you weirdly “What? We see each other at the dressing room every day,” He stated with a scoff, not insisting further and walking in, you thought of saying something further, make up an excuse or something, but decided it was best to not as you saw him not push it. Sato’s steps were interrupted by a sudden earthquake, followed by a loud roar.
You were used to kaijus, like everyone in Tokyo, but this one sounded loud, big and way too close, definitely too close. Sato saw the expression on your face turn to one of pure horror as you froze, the rest of the people at the studio didn’t wasted time and started running towards the nearest exit. But you froze. You were one to overthink, it sounded way too close, what if it was right there when you came out of the building? Or if it destroyed the path as you tried to walk? You and Sato froze in place for what seemed hours but were probably barely a minute, you were too afraid to move, and Sato was thinking if he should transform or just leave. You trembled towards Sato out of pure instinct, you saw his face, he looked annoyed for some reason you didn’t knew, but once his eyes landed on yours his gaze softened, now he looked concerned. Sato knew he couldn’t leave you there, he didn’t liked you, you probably would be able to make it out on your own, but you looked terribly frightened, your eyes were open wide as you trembled just a little bit and the color left your face, you still were on the same position from the first roar, you couldn’t move, and that moved Sato in a different way. You did your best to look manly and brave, but he clearly didn’t believed you, his gaze remained lost still trying to figure out what to do, “W… We should get out of the, uh… Building,” You tried to walk towards him and grab his arm, using as an excuse that you were going to pull him, when you just wanted human touch to ground yourself as the sound of screams and heavy steps became louder and closer, when you were close to touch him, he grabbed you instead, his big hand wrapping tightly around your wrist. “It’s too close,” He simply said before running out of the door pulling you behind, through reception and into the hallway, the elevator. You both froze a few seconds, knowing that the elevator was not an option. The stairs were to the left of it, he pushed you to them, holding your shoulders as you walked downstairs, not trusting you weren’t going to trip and break your neck, and getting killed by breaking your neck instead of eaten by a kaiju would be pathetic.
You walked down a floor, stumbling with each step given by the kaiju, making a more violent earthquake as the it came closer, when the stairs collapsed, a claw almost swiping both of you, rays of light peering through the debris the kaiju caused, breaking half the building, you screamed in fear, not allowing yourself to make it manly. “Fuck! Alright,” Sato yelled, he pushed you towards the further wall, once your back hit it you let yourself fall to the ground, Sato followed you, “Fuck,” he cursed again, lower this time, “Don’t cry, what are you? A baby?” He whispered in your face; you questioned how he could joke when you were both a breath away from dying. “Alright, I’ll be back, I promise,” He reassured you; it took you a few second before you understood, “What?” You raised your head quickly, meeting his back as he ran towards the broken side of the building as you screamed his name, not understanding what he was trying to do. You stood up, trying to follow him before the ceiling collapsed just in front of you, with one violent earthquake, you braced yourself dropping back to the floor and covering your head with your arm. “Sato…” You managed to whisper, staring into the big mountain of debris, block and ceiling, terrified that it actually landed on him and he was actually gone.
You heard the kaiju roar louder and a few more different sounds you couldn’t identify, you tried to push the huge boulders in front of you even though you were sure you couldn’t move them, it was too dark and they were too heavy for that, you stepped back giving up and sitting on the floor before hugging your legs and closing your eyes, not crying anymore, you were sure the KDF would come soon enough to save you, the kaiju seemed to have changed its path as the steps and roar sounded further away. But Sato remained in your mind, you didn’t knew were he went, you didn’t knew if he was fine, he either dropped 4 floors or was under the bunch of ceiling in front of you, that thought made you want to cry again.
After what you think was half an hour, some light filtered between your legs, making you lift your head to look forward once again, there was something removing the debris in front of you and shining a white blinding light through each new crack, you stood, moving closer, but not too close, you knew better. You thought it was the KDF, until you saw the huge fingers picking up a piece of wall and lifting it up like it was nothing, “Ultraman?..” You managed to whisper, you saw two small white pupils on white eyes follow your voice before landing into you, his shoulders seemed to relax at the sight of you, he removed pieces of debris before you both heard the KDF drones start scolding him for no reason that you could point right away. When the KDF drones saw that it was you who he was checking, he left, a pale blue dash being left behind as he raised into the sky.
#fanfic#kenji sato#ultraman#kenji sato x reader#mako's works#ken sato#ao3#ultraman netflix#ultraman rising
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Here it is! My “Moo met her favourite Doctor all thanks to you wonderful, amazing people” update!

Due to many, many meltdowns on her part, there are perhaps not as many photos as I would have hoped. Once we reached London, she had a hard time coping with the stress of all the people & noise around her. The above photo shows us still happy together before our first train 😂.
Once we got to London, I took her to her favourite place to eat. Thankfully it’s a chain which is the same no matter where you go.

Note the fact that she has DECIMATED the chicken wings. And that larger bit of chicken? That’s mine. She picked over that, too. The girl is a chicken FIEND. She also wore her Dalek top proudly and was sad that no one asked her about it. (Poor little country mouse!)
Then we went straight to the hotel. The Tube was where she really got uncomfortable and then the hotel was a no-go as well. Despite having had several offers from lovely people I know to stay in their spare rooms, she was ultimately even less comfortable with that option, so hotel it was. But obviously that’s not something you can reason/explain mid-meltdown. Neither of us slept much. I repeatedly offered for her to sleep in bed with me but she preferred to stay in her own bed and wake me up every half our or so, asking to go home. Urk.
Morning, however, did eventually come! We got to the Excel Centre bright & early and could walk straight through as we already had our passes. A WONDERFUL security guard waved me through the bag check without needing to have our bags checked, I’m guessing because she clocked Moo’s sunflower lanyard. Whatever the reason - THANK YOU to that person. You saved another potential drama!
Queue time immediately for DT’s panel. Other people were already sitting down, so I was allowed to sit down, too 😂

However it wasn’t at all long before we were allowed to go in!
We had pretty good seats & could actually see DT until there was some shuffling round in front of us. Neither of us could cope with the volume of the music, though, so Moo put on her headphones & played a game on her tablet and I popped in my Loop Switches.



After the panel it was the usual issue of finding something a ND person will eat.
Moo was excited to find & point out gender neutral toilets for me to use. She was very comfortable going in there with me & I was so incredibly proud of her once again.
Then came the time to queue up for her photo! It was all just a bit confusing but we allowed ourselves to be herded. She told me off for sitting on the floor when no one else was, and eventually I had to ask if we could make use of the Accessibility chairs - I’ve got a dodgy disc which I conveniently managed to AGAIN damage/herniate/blow/disintegrate/SOMETHING THAT SOUNDED REALLY AWFUL WHEN IT HAPPENED on Monday (or was it Tuesday? Can’t even remember. Feels like years of pain) and when it got to the point where I could no longer feel BOTH feet I thought I’d ask for help.
About 20 mins later, this happened:

My only regret is not being able to show DT my T-shirt (and my terrible posture!) but Moo said she was happy fighting the Dalek with him.
And that’s all that matters.
We went home shortly after that. She managed to pick up ANOTHER SQUISHMALLOW from Forbidden Planet (she collects them) so her day was well & truly complete.
A MASSIVE, HEARTFELT, & GENUINE THANK YOU to every single person who donated and helped in every way to help make this experience possible for Moo. You have no idea how amazing you are and how truly grateful I am.
I know that, despite the meltdowns and accusations, she loved the experience and every time she sees the photo, she’ll remember the days she pushed herself beyond her comfort levels to do that one thing she really wanted to do.
But she also knows that it isn’t something that I’ll just randomly expect of her all the time and it really is just something for a Very HUGE Moment.
Thank you ALL of you. 🖤🖤🖤
#update on Mission Get Moo To Meet DT#finally finished#david tennant#he’s so lovely#what a nice man#he’s also very tall#hahaha#absolute joy#so glad we did this#thank you everyone#you’re all my heroes#crying now#love you all#doctor who#the tenth doctor#parenting#parenting neurodivergent kids#neurodivergent parenting neurodivergent kids
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LOVE IS THE MOST TWISTED CURSE OF THEM ALL
PART TWO.
Read part 1 here.
Read part 3 here
Gojo Satoru x Fem! reader.
a/n: I hope you enjoy this part, in the next parts things will get more exciting and heated so stay updated..
warnings: At some point this story will contain SMUT parts.
words count: 1127.
You awoke to a pounding headache, your phone ringing none stop. You had trouble sleeping at night, the house was spacious and it felt really cold and empty.
"Shit, it's already 10 am," you muttered upon realizing the time.
Picking up the phone, you anticipated the caller is your nosy cousin.
"Morning," you greeted, met with her enthusiastic response. "Everything okay? Why'd you call?"
"Come on, spill! Did the curse break?" she asked.
With a sigh, you knew this was none of her fucking business.
"No. You know it takes time, right? It's gradual."
"Ah, how was it, then?" she inquired.
"How was what?" you raised an eyebrow, already prepared for her persistent questioning.
“Having sex with the famous Gojo Satoru?”
Your eyes widened, and your heart raced. Should you lie? He didn't touch you he hadn't even stayed the night.
"G-good," you lied, "Gotta go now," you added, ending the call with a flush on your face.
You'd always fantasized about your first time, picturing a softly lit bedroom, under the touch of your lover, while making love passionately. But, all those dreams shattered the moment you married Satoru. Neither of you had any intention in touching each other.
You stretched out of bed to prepare breakfast "Am I gonna live like this forever?”
•At Jujutsu High•
"Oh, Gojo-sensei! What brings you here?" asked Yuji.
"Huh? Teaching!" Gojo replied, putting his blindfold on.
"But you just got married," Yuji remarked.
Gojo patted Yuji's head and smiled, "Then who's going to teach my precious students if I'm not here?"
"Oh, about that, Principal Yaga said Mei Mei and Utahime-sensei will handle it."
"Hah? No!"
"Bothered, Gojo Satoru?" Mei Mei said in a seductive tone as she approached.
"Shouldn't you be next to your wife? Snuggling?" she teased.
"And let you teach my students? Oh no."
"Utahime, you're here! See, Gojo left his wife all alone in bed just to teach."
"I give it to you, Gojo. You're committed to teaching," joked Utahime.
"Satoru," said Principal Yaga, appearing in the classroom.
"Been on the phone with your wife," he added.
"Huh, why?" questioned Satoru.
"Well, you're a married couple, and teaching will consume all your time. So, she'll start teaching here as well, and both of you can spend time together," he explained.
Satoru froze but maintained a blank, poker face.
"She doesn't even have cursed energy. What do you expect her to teach? Rocket science?"
“Huh he doesn't want his wife here?” whispered Utahime.
“I mean you know both of them were forced into this, bet he didn't even fuck her” said Mei Mei in her usual amused tone.
"I know, but she's skilled in martial arts and weapon use. She'll excel at training your students."
"Did she accept your offer?" Satoru asked through gritted teeth.
"Yeah, she was happy about it. She said she'll be here in an hour."
“So should be we leave, since Gojo is here?” Asked Utahime.
“Leave? hah we've come all the way just to leave” Replied Mei Mei “also it's a great opportunity to meet your wife, Gojo.. and celebrate”
“Celebrate?” asked Megumi.
“Yeah your step mom will start working here, she deserves a good welcoming”
“Quite that Mei Mei, dont make a buzz out of it” said Gojo in an annoyed tone.
“come on, Gojo.. Don't spoil the fun.. don't you think your lovely wife is deserving of a celebration ”
• Time Skip •
Y/n's Pov
It was my first time at Jujutsu High, unlike my siblings, cousins, and now husband. I've always been at home, locked away because my family feared that curses might harm me and I won't be able to defend myself. So, I trained at home, learning martial arts and weapon use as my only means of self-defense.
Now, stepping in as a teacher, life indeed full of surprises.
End Of Pov
As you walked inside, someone snatched you into an empty corner.
"What the hell do you think you're doing y/n?" asked Gojo, placing his giant hand on your mouth.
You pushed it away, frowning "Huh?" you raised an eyebrow.
"You'll go to Principal Yaga now, apologize, and tell him that you changed your mind and rejected his offer."
"And who do you think you are to order me around?" you fought back.
"You have no business here, y/n. You're making this more complicated for both of us."
"So, you expect me to be locked in your house forever? Sleeping, eating, and looking out the window?"
"Yes, but not forever, its until you get rid of that curse, and then we'll divorce."
"You're insane. Get out of my way," you said, walking past him but he grabbed your forearm, pulling you closer, his face a few inches away from yours, you could feel his hot breath.
"You're making a mistake."
"Don't worry. I'm here to teach, not to chased after you" you spat back, freeing yourself and leaving him standing there.
....
..
“SURPRISE” everyone screamed their lungs out the moment you stepped into the school's common room.
New faces, you only recognized Principal Yaga's face since he was invited to your wedding.
“Hello y/n sensei!! I'm Itadori Yuji, This is Fushiguro and this is Kugisaki.. we'll be your students” he said in a cheerful tone, giving you a genuine contagious smile.
You smile back, “nice to meet you Itadori-kun” .
“Y/N” started Mei Mei “Congrats for this post, and congrats for your wedding as well” she smiled giving you a hug.
“we heard a lot about you” added Utahime hugging you as well.
Gojo finally joined you, silently leaning against the door frame, observing as you interacted with his students and collegues.
“GOJO!! this beauty deserves a honey moon, can't believe you. You know teaching can wait” Mocked Mei Mei trying to embarrass you.
“Yeah true, newly wed couples should have other things to do instead of teaching” Teased Utahime, trying to offend both of you.
As he began to speak, you cut him off, "Nah, don't worry about us. We already talked and decided to postpone our honeymoon," you said, smiling, fully aware of their intentions.
Gojo approached, wrapping his strong arms around you. "Yeah, y/n and I did talk things out," he stated, leaning in to whisper in your ear, "I'll let this slip once. Don't get comfortable, acting like a real wife."
"You're the one clinging to me right now by the way" you retorted, prompting him to move away.
"Do you see that, Utahime? Not even a spark of love or respect between them," smirked Mei Mei.
Gojo's Pov
Is that so, y/n? Trying to embarrass me and act like a real wife now. I'll need to put you in your place, and I think Utahime and Mei Mei might be useful this time...another woman will definitely push you away.
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Redacted factor notes, i spent the last 6 hours gathering! May have missed some things
Redacted factor gets first triggered by the bath scene in chaoter 6
Decreases when:
MQ says he doesng care about FX’s words, chapter 8 (decreases less than the protagonist satisfaction).
Chapter 15: increases and decreases simultaneously (see chapter 15 notes in increase)
MQ calling FX useless, chapter 15
MQ says he doesn’t need romance cause he has his sect siblings, chapter 18
MQ mentions SQX, chapter 27
MQ explains the ribbon Deal to FX, chapter 29
Increases when:
MQ wears a dress.
FX reveals that MQ went “missing” (bandits), chapter 11.
MQ insults FX, again, chapter 11 (also edits Feng Xin’s wiki).
MQ shows affection to his horse, chapter 13.
Chapter 14: FX sees MQ in a dress, hua cheng calls FX MQ’s dog, and MQ insults FX
MQ and FX “finally agree on something” , chapter 14.
Chapter 15: MQ or rather, FX’s reaction to MQ, gives the system whiplash, saying he doesnt see FX as an equal causes the redacted role to BOTH increase and decrease at the same time, creating conflicting info and is eventually cancelled out by the system.
MQ correcting FX’s stance, chapter 15
FX sees MQ with flowers in his hair, chapter 16
In chapter 17 but im not fully sure what triggered it. MQ refered to FX as shixiong, but also insulted him. Could be either one, or both.
Big increases when MQ is observing (ogling) FX when he’s training. Happens 3 times over, at least. Chapter 18
Two MASSIVE increases when MQ calls FX handsome (good job MQ), chapter 18.
Increases twice in chapter 20, when MQ asks Feng Xin to take a conversation seriously (did feng xin think much qing was gonna confess maybe..?)
Big increase when MQ tells FX they’re still friends, chapter 20 (ANOTHER EDIT TO THE WIKI! But this time, Qing’er’s wiki is updated too!)
Small increases when MQ stays close to, and walks with FX, chapter 21
they hold hands! (Dear god, they hold hands), chapter 21
when fx (and pei ming) come to save Mq and Xl, chapter 22
When Mq tells Fx he can do better he just needs to try harder, chapter 22
Increases when Mq teases fx, and mq punches him, chapter 23
Multiple increases when Fx calls mq his prize, chapter 24
Mu qing smiles, chapter 25 (twice)
Mq calls Fx his dog, chapter 25
Mq calls himself an angel. Chapter 25
Mq falls asleep on fx, chapter 25 (the factor upgrades again!)
FX calls MQ a wildcat, and MQ hits FX, chapter 26
THE ENTIRE CLOSET SCENE WITH FX’S “DAGGER”, chapter 27
MQ being bossy, Chapter 29
Updates to the factor:
Chapter 14! A side quest with a redacted title shows up! Accompanies XL’s wife plot quest. dont think that all the instances of redacted words are about the same words. its mq’s own wife plot quest?. Also, in chapter 14 the factor is upgraded, implying levels to this factor.
With chapter 15, we unlock P points, confirmed to mean Pretty Points (anqelbean being the first one to guess that correctly) They advance the redacted factor, and narrative role more than b points, so the redacted factor has some sort of beauty aspect to it. The narrative role for Mq’s beauty was, as we know, to spark insecurity in XL, but that’s likely changed
Chapter 18! The conditions to the factor get edited, after a discussion about nicknames, and MQ says he’s hard to impress.
Chapter 21. We can probably say that its not Romantic Rival, due to how the system talks about it
Chapter 22. The Redacted side quest reappears, when MQ (and xie lian) get captured again! Im pretty convinced that it stands for Be wife Plotted or something to that effect. the redacted factor gets edited when MQ says he doesnt want to wait around to be rescued.
Chapter 23! Big update. Quoting the system
“Achievement, ‘[REDACTED]’, has been unlocked. Plus 50 B-points! [REDACTED] Trope Convention unlocked! [REDACTED] Factor increased by 30 B-points. Excellent work, Host!! We’ll make a [REDACTED] out of you yet! q(≧▽≦q)””
A redacted achievement, a trope convention, and “we’ll make a X out of you”. (The system singing “I’ll make a man out of you” but its about the redacted factor
So many questions. And confirms that there are multiple redacted words, probably.
You also say that the whole “punching in the gut, and going “good luck, i hope you fail” is the most Redacted thing MQ has done.
Chapter 26 and 27
The factor leveld up to level 3! MQ earns two [Redacted] badges.
“Some good Redacted”
And ANOTHER Redacted badge (convinced this one is related to sexual interest because dear god the closest scene)
One of the three redacted badges levels up
Cryptic ace, chapter 6: “something like hotness”
AroVibes, chapter 11: “Plot? Drama? God potential? Angst? Sexiness?”
ButterflyDreaming, chapter 11: “FQ affection points”
otaku_lady89, chapter 11: “SECRET MASOCHISM”
reinvanteal, chapter 11: “Sexiness”
anqelbean, chapter 14, and chapter 15: “degradation kink”
oxytocarb, chapter 15: “related to how attracted feng xin is to mu qing”
hailpyre, chapter 17: “wow FX do you have a degradation ki—//bonked”
Imraekio, chapter 18: “romantic points”
anqelbean, chapter 18: “Love Interest Factor”
ButterflyDreaming, chapter 18: “Love Interest points? Or Romance Protagonist points?”
oxytocarb, chapter 18: “how attracted they are to each other?? romance sub-plot progression or smth”
thetowerofbabel, and ButterflyDreaming chapter 23: “tsundere”
SillyRinnie, chapter 23: “"wife" or "protagonist"”
Writesforfun (that’s me :3), chapter 23: Rivals to Lovers
Pink_Muffins, chapter 24: “potential love interest” “prime love interest”
OOC out of Mind (guest), chapter 24: romantic appeal
septemberme, chapter 24: "Oops accidentally turned Feng Xin on" points
Kresnik, chapter 24: waifu factor
Pink_Muffins, chapter 27: “‘eye candy’ or ‘fanservice’”
l1ls4y0, on Tumblr: “mating factor”
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Supplementary Notes to Make Me Your Empress
In addition to Chapter 4 and 9, I believe a separate list of important information would be helpful for some of you to refer to. Most of them are not canon, except the five clans marked [Canon], but their roles in the Court are slightly altered and expanded. The list will be updated as the story progresses.
[The following layout took some references from canon, but it is mostly designed for the fic.]
I - Organizational Structure of the Outer Court
The design was inspired by the canon and the “three departments and six ministries (三省六部)” systems of many ancient Chinese dynasties. The ruling Emperor directly controls three official organizations and one shadow organization.
Department of State Affairs It is the primary executive institution led by the Prime Minister, separated into six ministries. Each ministry is led by one commander, followed by two vice-secretaries. i. Ministry of Personnel - responsible for selection, promotion, welfare, and termination of all Outer Court personnel, which includes the Physician Office ii. Ministry of Treasury - responsible for tax collection, financial management, and auditory of other ministries and departments iii. Ministry of Rites - responsible for ceremonies and religious affairs iv. Ministry of Military - responsible for managing military personnel training, national defense strategies, and arms v. Ministry of Justice - responsible for law enforcement, judiciary, and prisons vi. Ministry of Works - responsible for public infrastructure development and agricultural planning
Central Secretariat It is the advisory body to the Emperor in laws and policy formulation.
Imperial Guards It is responsible for protecting the Emperor and the security of the Royal palace.
Intelligence Bureau It is a shadow organization that higher-ranking officials know exists. Because of their jobs, its members are never revealed, so they never attend court. Rumor has it that its members work in other departments and ministries under disguise.
II - Organizational Structure of the Inner Court
The Inner Court is led by the Emperor, delegating his power to the Empress or the Empress Dowager when he has yet to name an Empress. Consorts are divided into three ranks: low, middle, and high. Despite no limit on the number of low and middle consorts, there are only four high consorts who live in the Diamond, Garnet, Jade, and Crystal Pavillions.
All matters in the Inner Court are managed by the Office of the Interior, divided into three major sections:
Domestics Services Department The primary organization manages all duties through six Shangs, including Wardrobe, Housekeeping, Catering, Gardening, Furnishing, and Administration.
Office of Eunuchs It is responsible for recruitment, allocation, and welfare of eunuchs. Since Emperor Yang had ceased all castration practices, the office is shrinking and aging.
Office of Serving Women Similarly, it is responsible for recruitment, allocation, and welfare of serving women.
III - The Twelve Named Clans
Ma 馬 - [Canon] the Clan responsible for the Imperial Guards for generations. Their de facto family heads are the females at home, as the males are expected to stay frontline protecting the Royal Family. They often marry the Mi Clan due to their close working relations.
Mi 巳 - [Canon] the Clan that fully controls the Intelligence Bureau. It is a ‘family’ not born by blood but maintained between masters and disciplines, trained and excelled in intel collection, spy work, and martial arts. Most of their identities are unknown to the others, except a few of the ruling Emperor and Ma Clan members with whom they share close relationships.
Kan 漢 - [Canon] the Clan of over a century of standing recently rose to power due to their fourth head of the house, Lakan, earning the position of the Ministry of Military. They do not stand with any factions in the Court and remain distanced from other Clans. Rumors were that the daughter of the Military Commander had a close relationship with the Moon Prince, earning caution and jealousy from different Clans.
You 楊 - [Canon] the Clan named for its governance of the Western Province. Despite its member, Gyoukuyou, rising to power as the Empress Dowager, the fall of her brother Gyouku-en led to its isolation from other clans.
U 卯 - [Canon] the Clan that once held great power over the Court during the time of the Empress Regnant but was currently weakened. Its head of the clan was the father of the former Consort Lishu, who worked as the vice secretary of the Ministry of Rites.
Ryou 梁 - the Clan leading the Ministry of Personnel. The former head of the clan, father of Great Consort Lihua, was the current governor of the Northern Province. His younger brother, the current head, was the Personnel Commander. Part of the conservatives’ faction.
An 安 - another Clan of the conservatives’ faction. Family of the Great Empress Dowager, Anshi. They controlled the Ministry of Justice. (I knew Anshi came from a Named Clan in canon, but their name was never mentioned in the LNs, so I named it instead.)
Kyou 姜 - another Clan of the conservatives’ faction. Its head is the Commander of the Ministry of Rites.
Shin 沈 - the Clan leading the Ministry of Treasury. Part of the reformists’ faction. The clan head Heyi 合義 was famous for being objective and fair.
Tei 鄭 - the Clan leading the Ministry of Works. Part of the reformists’ faction.
Lei 黎 - the newest Named Clan, ascended after the fall of the Shi Clan as their head Liansheng 連生 became the Prime Minister. Both factions disliked him and isolated him at the Court, and some officials called him the ‘Puppet Minister.’
Han 潘 - the Clan with members scattered in the Ministries of Treasury, Justice, Works, and the Central Secretariat. They did not take a stance with any faction or the Prime Minister.
IV - Other Notable Political Families
Dan 段 - Part of the conservatives, working in the Treasury and the Justice ministries.
To 杜 - Relatives of the Prime Minister, working in the Personnel and Rites ministries.
Syuu 周 - Part of the reformists, working in the Personnel.
Sai 蔡 - Part of the reformists, working in the Works.
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thank you for doing my mentor Stanley request and I loved that you did it platonically. Idk if you’re still doing Stanley asks but can do Stanley being best friends with reader?
Dr.Stone Being Stanley Snyder’s Best Friend

A/N: I’m glad you loved it! And yes, feel free to send in more requests, even if its other characters~ Also, the amount of searches I made to get information for this. I went ham with this request T.T
Genre: Fluff
GN! Reader
You can read this as platonic or romantic, but the main point is you're each other's best friend.
Pre-Stone world
Childhood friends!! You both met at the playground, probably competing with each other on who can hold onto the monkey bars longer.
It was friendship at first sight. He loved your energy and you loved his.
You’re physically active like Stanley, so he’ll invite you to play different sports, which you two will eventually get really good at and then move onto the next sport.
One time you were both deciding what to do for the day, and you both said the same answer at the same time. He declared you as his best friend then and there.
Will introduce you to Xeno, and you three will become a trio. Being friends with Xeno means that you can join in on their experiments, which means that Stanley doesn’t have to spend half his time with each of you individually.
In high school, Stanley joined the football club, Xeno joined the science club and you joined the karate club.
Despite your different club activities, Xeno will always stay the most late, so you both go to the science club room to pick him up and drag him home.
When Stanley revealed his growing interest in marksmanship, you decided to come with him to the shooting range.
Each time you come with him, you develop a love for the sport as well.
Now both you and Stanley train with each other, sometimes going to a paintball ground just to train more.
When Stanley revealed to you and Xeno that he was thinking of enlisting, you also revealed that you’ve been thinking of it too.
Xeno said you both shared the same brain cell when it came to stuff like that, and that although he will be sad to see his two best friends leave for long, he supports your decisions.
So when the opportunity came, you and Stanley took it, and enlisted.
You both entered boot camp together and went through the training, and whenever you can, you both meet up and catch up with each other before another rigorous training happens.
You both also send letters to Xeno to keep him up to date, and he sends you both letters to keep you both updated as well.
You both excelled in the marksmanship training obviously, and you also excelled in hand to hand combat.
When you and Stanley eventually got into the actual military work, you were both assigned in the same unit.
And as time passed, you both climbed up the ranks, and you became his second in command.
He knows you can handle yourself, but in field ops when your unit is deployed, he’s protective of you. Although only subtle.
There was one time where a mission got so dangerous you almost got killed and only narrowly escaped death, I kid you not, you have never seen Stanley more afraid in your whole life.
After that, he’s become slightly more protective.
When your elite unit was called last minute to attend the DARPA expo, you had your small reunion with Xeno.
“Doesn’t explain why our elite unit got a last-minute invite. Something smells fishy, and we’re a long way from the ocean.” Stanley said, looking at Xeno. “Maybe it's the sushi they’re serving at the food stall” you joked, earning a chuckle from him. “It concerns this. Terrorism via unknown weapon…or an attack by a foreign power” Xeno stated. He went on and on about the sciency stuff of it, bringing back a nostalgic feeling of when you three hung out to do experiments.
“So… things hit by this new weapon…stand a chance of surviving…” Stanley started. “If they force themselves to stay awake?” you continued. As soon as you said that, an eerie feeling shot up your spine. The same feeling you feel on the battlefield. You look towards Stanley who you figured also felt the same feeling.
“TAKE COVER! GET BEHIND SOMETHING!” Stanley ordered, pushing you and Xeno down in a defensive position. “THERE’S PROBABLY NO DODGING THE PETRIFYING LIGHT, BUT…THE REAL BATTLE BEGINS AFTERWARD!” he shouted. “DON’T LET YOUR MINDS FADE!” you shout, adding to his instructions.
A green light engulfed your surroundings, and a feeling of paralysis hugged your person. The last thing you saw was Stanley looking towards you with a determined look. You’ve been through hell and back together. You’re not about to give up now.
Post-Petrification
You occupied your mind with anything, from recalling songs, movies, books, to even reminiscing on your childhood with Stanley and Xeno and your days in battle along with your best friend. Anything to keep your consciousness from fading.
You think about Stanley, you’re sure he’ll survive this. He’s had intense focus training as a sniper, and you yourself know just how strong his mental resilience is.
And when you feel the stone crack, and you see light for you don’t know how long. The first face you see is your best friend’s
You both helped Xeno build his colony, with him employing you both as his military’s commander and executive.
A good chunk of your unit was freed from the stone, so you both got into training again. After all, 3,700 years of inactivity takes a toll on one's body.
And when the kingdom of science arrived, you both were deployed, with you piloting the plane and Stanley with the machine gun.
“H-helloooo. Is anyone there?” a voice called out, Stanley got into shooting position and you in defensive position. “Whoa! Who are you?! I totally didn’t realise anyone was up there!” the man said. You jumped down from your position after seeing him non hostile towards you both and pat him down. After a short back and forth between him and Stanley. He was escorted towards your base to meet Xeno.
When Xeno gave the mission to assassinate the enemy’s science leader, Gen, the newcomer asked, “Great idea, brilliant-bay, truly… B-but can you pull it off?!” You and Stanley looked at each other briefly, and then looked towards him. “We can.” you both said in sync. Gen sweats, “How exactly?!” he asked again. “We can.” you both answered again. A more fierce look in your eyes.
“Mr. Gen! When Stan and N/N claim that they can get the job done, There’s no need to question it!” Xeno says, threatening the magician. “Because they can” he ends, with you and Stanley getting ready. “Get Luna, we’ll need her for this.” Stanley orders, you nod and get Luna to come with you, along with her lackeys.
As you walked towards the sniping location, Luna asked if we can trust Gen. “A person who trusts a person that just double crossed his team needs an appointment with a head doctor.” Stanley claims, “That’s just basic knowledge, Luna. Never trust anyone easily.” You added. Causing the girl to go on a spiel about her capabilities.
As Max and Carlos catch up, carrying the water bottles, Stanley orders Luna to not carry a thing, because her role is important. You all set up your gear, you hand Stanley a weather vane made by Xeno. Luna’s lackeys start asking questions, to which Stan answers that it affects the bullet’s velocity.
“I’ll snipe the enemy science leader… with a rifle made by Xeno’s science.” Stanley declared, getting into position. Luna starts doubting the plan, asking if you’re about to kill them. “Just their science leader” you answered, scouting the area more using binoculars. “Isn’t that kind of awful?” She asks, to which both you and Stanley sent her a harsh glare. “Just kidding! Just making sure those two wimps don’t try to chicken out of this! That’s part of my job!” She exclaims in a panic, to which you chuckled at.
You tell Luna her role, about being Stanley’s yardstick and help her get into place and out towards their boat while you wait for her to signal where Dr.Taiju is. “Of course miss Luna snuck in no problem! The bad guys are probably head over heels for her!” Carlos exclaims, “Curse Stanley for exposing Miss Luna to danger like this!” Max adds, “Would you two shut it? Any more loud noise could give away our location!” you whisper-shouted, which made the two silent.
“Heh, reminds me of old times” Stanley said, eyes still focused on his scope. “Tell me about it, it’s kinda nostalgic in a dark way.” you replied. Your role was to scout out the other members of the enemy team to see what their abilities could be, as well as weapons or assets they might have if ever a battle ensues. You also have great lip reading skills, so you’re also trying to “eavesdrop” on their conversation.
You saw a few of the warriors on deck, taking note of them in case you’re forced into close quarter combat. You also deducted who the captain of the ship is, which is valuable information for later. “They’ve got a lot of warriors, hmm?” you muttered, to which Stanley responded, “We might have to face close quarter combat when we take over their ship. Be careful, they seem to know their weapons well.”
“I have experience with disarming spear type weapons, the karate club loved playing around with sticks when in our downtime. Also, these gears Xeno made us are no joke. I had Jack go up against me in knife combat and not even a graze hit me.” you replied, earning a chuckle.
“I wonder how long we’ll be here…? Carlos asked. “For as long as it takes for Luna to do her job.” you answer, scaring the two. “Which one is he? Which one is Dr.Taiju…? The junior science genius?” Stanley mutters, You move your sight towards Luna, who looked like she was analysing the crowd, and then suddenly looked flustered. “What is up with that girl…” you mumbled. Still observing her movements and interactions. “Why does she look so shocked about everything, what the heck?” you added.
You noticed she went inside the ship, the waiting game continues until night. Max and Carlos fell asleep down below, which leaves just you and Stanley doing reconnaissance. “As much as i’m used to waiting hours on end for the perfect shot, she could be faster than this.” Stanley states, “You’re telling me. They’re having ice cream right now. This girl is just enjoying her time.” you sneer. “Think they’re tryna bribe her for info?” he asked. “Most definitely. I don’t think she’ll say that a gun is aimed towards them right now though, or else she won’t be this ‘smooth operator’ girl she claims” you laugh. “And members wouldn’t be on and off deck if they knew, gotta give props to her for not spoiling the plan,” he adds.
“Can you tell what they’re talking about?” He asks after a while. “Nope, can’t see their mouths” you answer. “Bummer,” he replied. You observed Luna a bit more, and then the others who were out on deck. ‘Something feels off…’ you thought. Luna then starts walking towards the group, a little hesitant. You see her pointer finger up, you and Stan wait for her to point somewhere, however, she just stuck both fingers up her nostrils. “What the fuck is wrong with her?” you muttered, with Stanley letting out his own irritated sounds.
You noticed she faced your direction, adjusting your binoculars to get a better read when you see her mouth words. “Po-ssi-ble… friend… of… Xe-no’s… Guy… named… Sen-ku… Seeen-kuu…” you relay to both Stanley and Xeno using your comms. “Scout the others, i’ll focus on Luna” Stan says, to which you respond with an okay and they look around. You notice the captain looking around, and then at your direction, to which your eyes widen.
“Captain’s eyeing our location.” you say, “okay… looks like you’re Dr.Taiju!” Stanley says, about to shoot before Xeno shouts through comms to not shoot, explaining that Taiju was a decoy, and then revealing that the real target was the guy named Senku. Xeno then starts to describe the target, to which you scout. “Three people fit, one left, two right.” you say.
“A sniper! We’ve got a Sniper!” the captain’s yell was heard even at your location. Causing you and Stanley to be on alert. You saw Luna look this way. “Hello, Senku Ishigami.” Stanley says, you see the guy duck below the railings to hide. “But that actually tells me right where you are.” he mumbles. “Xeno, last chance, so I gotta ask… you sure you want him dead?” Stanley asks, a few seconds pass, before Xeno gives a ‘yes’, and then Stanley shoots.
Stanley jumps down, you wait a while and see the team hovering around someone, and you see Senku’s mouth bloody. “Job’s done.” Stanley said, "You jump down as well, “The enemy science leader is dead.” you continued.
You two hang back to keep watch.” Stanley orders. “But what about Miss Luna?!” the two exclaimed. “Leave her, help her, your choice. Not my problem” Stanley answers, grabbing the equipment from you and walking away. “She seemed to be enjoying life on their ship, hehe, although I don’t know how that’ll fair once they realise she’s a spy.” You added.
You and Stanley walk back towards the base, leaving the two alone. “Gotta say, it’s been a while since we got deployed like that.” Stanley says, removing the head gear of his armour. “Right? Kinda missed doing recon with you. My last recon back in the old world was unbearable. The sniper kept flirting with me the whole time even after I told him to shut up.” You complained. “Oh yeah, you told me about that, heh. I gave the guy extra duty and a hard time at training after that stunt.” He revealed. “Hah! Serves him right!” You exclaimed.
Your bond with your best friend might be weird, or unconventional to some. But this was how you both grew up. Be it playing on the monkey bars in the park, or staying still for hours on end to get the perfect shot, you loved every second of your friendship. And even in this new age, even in Xeno’s rule, you know you both would never exchange each other for anything. You’ll both help Xeno reach his dream, because he’s helped you two reach yours.
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