#brake pads will need done before this winter

[kennabeth]

as a person with anxiety and fear of violent vehicular death, that most people do experience the same amount of car trouble that I do but they usually just. let their car break down before doing something about it vs working themselves into a faint over every noise is a lesson I'm trying to teach myself

[astyrial]

engine troubles kiyoko shimizu x gn!reader (fluff) synopsis: mechanic au word count: 1k warnings: probably incorrect car stuff, unedited masterlist | requests are open

   another car rolls into the shop's garage, one of the other mechanics pulling it in. as he stops in the correct spot, you can hear the loud squealing of a worn down brake pad. your coworker steps out, crossing his arms on the top of the  old cadillac. a few black hairs fall to his forehead from his fairly blonde hair, a smile on his face, "i got this one."

  "you sure, kanji? because the two o'clock said he was going to be a little late for his engine check so i can do it," you rest your hands on your hips until he nods.

  "i'm very sure. i've done it with a supervisor like a thousand times, i think i can do it alone this once. take your break or something."

  his eyebrows raise as he waits for you to let out a small groan and a slow nod. kanji seems to be a natural talent when he works on cars, who are you to deny him his first job on his own? your shoulders slowly shrug, "sure, just let someone else look over it before you send it off."

  kanji gives you a two-finger wave, spinning around to raise the car. your hands wipe onto the small towel hanging from one of your belt hoops until there's a couple of black stains. before your fingers can wrap around the door's handle, someone is shouting out for you. you turn around and your gaze catches that of an albeit, beautiful woman.

  her hair is pulled into a high ponytail, athleisure-wear complimented with matching sneakers. covering it is a thick winter jacket. she finishes a light jog until entering the garage. there's a certain look in her eyes, one of worry. your breath catches for a second and your eyelids blink quickly as you watch her gain a quiet smile.

  "you're the closest automotive shop and my car broke down right after i got lunch. i have to head back to work, and it's right down the street," she crosses her arms in front of her chest and takes in a few deep breaths. 

  you nod, looking back at the main office, of course you want to help. however, you're on the clock and could very well get reprimanded for leaving. your gaze returns to the unfamiliar woman until you let out a soft sigh. "okay- any noise beforehand? any dashboard lights coming on?"

  "no- actually, the start up noise sounded a little weird. and it smelled a little like gasoline," she looks back at the street, in the direction of many restaurants and fast food chains.

  "okay, it sounds a little like a flooded engine, so-"

  "that isn't anything terrible, right? because i really do have to get back to work soon," the woman begins to tap her foot against the concrete floor of the garage.

  your head momentarily shakes, hands reaching for a thick jacket. "only if i can't get it started for you. then it may be the spark plugs, which you would need to get replaced before going anywhere. so let's hope for the best option, okay?" her features suddenly relax, eyebrows lessening in intensity. 

  she nods, waiting for you to finish grabbing your things and preparing to leave. when you look back up at her, the sun is perfectly set in the sky to create a sort of halo effect around her. your heartbeat begins to beat even quicker until you look away and back at kanji. he's currently under the car, attempting to fix the brake pad.

  "can you cover for me kanji? i need to go see if i can clear a flooded engine for..."

  "my name's shimizu kiyoko."

  "shimizu, she needs to head back to work and it won't take me long."

  kanji looks over at the two of you, narrowing his eyes a little as he notices you practically sweating from her radiance. he simply nods before obviously winking and returning back to his work. you shake your head, looking back to shimizu. there's a smile on her face as the two of you start off towards the car. 

  snow flutters down from the clouds to create a beautiful atmosphere. you take in a deep breath of the cold air as you cross the street to find an older car parked outside of an onigiri shop. it’s been restored to its former glory. your eyes widen a little as you notice the new paint and the convertible top. just before you reach it, she hands you the key.

  “when’d you get this beauty? who restored it?”

  “oh- just the past month. it was my granpda’s and he was a big fan of the older style of cars. he refurbished it until he passed away and left it to me,” shimizu grabs the strap of her bag and looks over to you, a smile on her lips.

  despite wanting to ask the girl to marry you on the spot, you only catch a glimpse of her before unlocking and opening the car door. the inside leather seats are also perfectly comfortable, the stitching nearly perfect for a restoration. everything from the dashboard to the disc player screams out your name in perfect tone.

  “do you mind opening the hood?” it doesn’t take long for shimizu to hear you and prop it open, “thanks!”

  you push the key into the ignition and turn it as you step down on the accelerator pedal. some smoke escapes into the air as you hear the engine roar to life. meaning that the spark plugs are likely fine. you exit the car and lean your arm against the driver door, meeting shimizu’s eyes. 

  she lets out a sigh of relief and holds out her hand, “thank you so much, i mean this is just great.”

  “of course, just let it idle for a second so that it can really clear it out. i just hope this amazing car will last you a lot longer,” you shake her hand and rest the other on your hip. 

  “well, you can always ask me that later, if i can take you to dinner as a thank you.”

  “i’d love that.”

[ntxpowersport]

What maintenance is required for jeep golf cart?

While Jeep golf carts boast rugged good looks and off-road capabilities, they still require regular maintenance to stay performing their best. Just like any other vehicle, neglecting their care can lead to costly repairs and downtime. So, grab your wrench and let's dive into the essential maintenance tasks for your Jeep golf cart:

Regular Maintenance:

Battery Care:

Check electrolyte levels and top up with distilled water if needed.

Clean battery terminals to prevent corrosion.

Ensure proper charging and consider replacing aged batteries.

Tire Care:

Maintain recommended air pressure for optimal handling and tire life.

Inspect tires for wear and tear, including sidewall damage and tread depth.

Rotate tires regularly for even wear.

Oil and Fluids:

Change engine oil and filter according to manufacturer's recommendations.

Check and top up brake fluid levels.

Inspect power steering fluid levels and replace if needed.

Brakes:

Visually inspect brake pads and shoes for wear and tear.

Check brake fluid levels and functionality.

Consider professional brake servicing periodically.

Drivetrain:

Inspect belts and chains for wear and proper tension.

Lubricate moving parts according to manufacturer's instructions.

Check differential fluid levels and replace if necessary.

Other Maintenance:

Clean air filters regularly to ensure proper engine airflow.

Inspect lights and electrical components for functionality.

Lubricate hinges and moving parts to prevent squeaking.

Seasonal Maintenance:

Pre-Winter:

Check and top up antifreeze levels for adequate protection.

Ensure battery is fully charged for cold weather starting.

Lubricate moving parts with winter-grade lubricants.

Pre-Summer:

Check cooling system for proper functionality.

Top up wiper fluid and ensure wipers are working properly.

Inspect tires for potential heat-related issues.

Important FAQs:

How often should I change the engine oil? Follow the manufacturer's recommended maintenance schedule, typically every 25-50 hours of operation.

What type of battery does my Jeep golf cart use? Refer to your owner's manual for the specific battery type and specifications.

Can I perform all the maintenance myself? Simple tasks like checking fluids and lubricating parts can be done by most owners. More complex repairs might require professional assistance.

Where can I find replacement parts and accessories? Authorized Jeep golf cart dealers, online retailers, and specialty stores offer a wide range of parts and accessories.

How important is regular maintenance? Regular maintenance prevents costly repairs down the line, extends the lifespan of your golf cart, and ensures safer, more enjoyable rides.

Are there any additional maintenance tips specific to Jeep golf carts? Consult your owner's manual for any specific maintenance recommendations for your particular Jeep model.

How long does a Jeep golf cart battery typically last? Battery lifespan depends on usage, maintenance, and environmental factors. Expect 2-4 years on average.

What should I do if my Jeep golf cart won't start? Check the battery charge, connections, and fuses. Consult your owner's manual or seek professional help for troubleshooting.

Can I modify my Jeep golf cart for increased performance? Modifications can impact safety and handling. Discuss any modifications with a qualified mechanic before proceeding.

Where can I learn more about maintaining my Jeep golf cart?Owner's manuals, online forums, and authorized dealers offer valuable information and resources.

Remember: Regular maintenance is key to keeping your Jeep golf cart running smoothly and reliably for years to come. By following these guidelines and attending to specific needs, you'll ensure countless joyful cruising adventures!

[hoffdue15]

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Just like at the doctor, you can get a second opinion before agreeing to costly repairs. A reputable shop should not be padding the bill, but it does not hurt to see what another professional thinks about the situation. If you are still nervous, the dealer is always an option. It will be more expensive, but they tend to someone checking over their shoulder more often. Avoid costly car repairs by sticking to the maintenance schedule of your car's manufacturer. By doing regular maintenance on your car when necessary, you will avoid having to fix things due to maintenance neglect. Not sticking to the maintenance schedule will result in unnecessary repairs which could have been avoided. If you need to fix a scratch or paint over an area, make sure you select the right color. Check the owner's manual to see if you can find a code for the color of your car or look for a sticker located under the hood or on the driver's side front door to find the color code. When working on your engine be certain to wear proper safety equipment. You need ear plugs to protect your hearing, goggles to protect your vision and polyurethane or latex gloves to protect your skin from damage and injury caused by acids and other fluids. If you have long hair, be sure to secure it to avoid having it become caught in moving parts. It can't be stressed enough, but you must keep up with your car's routine maintenance. That means changing the oil when scheduled, checking fluids like coolant, and checking the braking system. This can keep repair bills down. In addition, not following the regular maintenance on a car can void the manufacturer's warranty. Be sure to verify that the shop that you is properly licensed. If they are not, there is probably a reason for it, which could range from fraud to faulty repairs. Never use a shop that does not hold all of the licenses that they should in order to operate as a business. Be sure to request a written cost estimate for all repair work to be done on your automobile. The estimate must identify the specific work to be done, as well as what the repairs will cost you. It is essential that the estimate is signed by a representative of the company. Sometimes the best choice is to use mechanics at a car dealer. A dealer's mechanic will know your car type inside and out. They can find problems easily and are trained to fix problems that are common with your car. They must also receive training throughout the course of their employment. Do not get any diagnostics done at a repair shop unless you can trust the people working there to be honest. There are a lot of dishonest people out there that will damage your vehicle then claim that you need to get it repaired soon or you will be in danger. The weather conditions in your area can have an impact on your vehicle. If you live in a very dusty area or if it is often below freezing during the winter, you will probably have to get your vehicle serviced more often. It is best to invest in a robust vehicle in the first place. The condition a repair shop is in tells you a lot about the service you can expect from them. If everything is out of place and messy, that is the way the job may get done. Try to do business with a shop that is neat and clean and full of modern equipment. If you get in an accident, you need to get the contact and insurance information of the other people involved. This will make getting your car fixed a lot easier. Provide this information to your repair shop if they need to get in touch with the insurance of the responsible party. Request that the shop doing your auto repairs only use original equipment manufacturer, or O.E.M., parts. The additional cost compared to generic components is worth the investment in the long run. You can expect optimal performance and increased vehicle longevity when you choose parts specifically made for your car rather than generic. Hopefully this article has helped you gain a firmer grasp on how to handle auto repairs in the future. It's important that you make the right decisions so that you can enjoy your car. No one wants to constantly worry about what to do when something goes wrong with their vehicle.

[carasel]

ESSENTIAL BOAT TRAILER MAINTENANCE TIPS YOU NEED TO KNOW

ARE YOU LOOKING FOR IDEAS TO KEEP YOUR BOAT TRAILER IN TIP TOP CONDITION?

There is nothing more relaxing than taking your boat out on the water, but you need to make sure that the trailer remains in tip top condition. There can be many reasons why a trailer can break down and the main one is a lack of trailer maintenance. This can cause a major issue and result in major repairs but there are a few things you can do to make sure you have no issues.

1. Only wash the boat in fresh water.

If you are out on your boat you need to remember that while your trailer is made to withstand the harsh sea elements, salt water can corrode the trailer if it is not washed from all the salt water that comes off the boat when you return it to the trailer from the water. Washing the boat trailer is vital or you risk the trailer developing rust over time. With thorough washing you can prevent having to source trailer repairs in Sydney to remove any rust that has eaten into your trailer.

2. Inspect your boat trailer bearings regularly.

Over time, like many things, your boat trailer may begin to wear down. Before you set off on a trip you should firstly check the trailer thoroughly. The wheel bearings are not visible, and over time they begin to deteriorate and you may not notice it occurring. By replacing the bearings, you can easily overcome the issue. If you see grease around the wheel hubs exterior or notice a grinding sound, then this is an indicator that there may be an issue. This is an indication that the wheel bearings may need replacing. It is a straightforward process that you can do at home if you have the confidence and the correct tools. If you are not confident then we suggest you bring it in to Carasel, we can get the job done for you.

3. Check the rollers on the boat trailer

Every boat trailer has rollers, and they assist the boat to move. The rollers are positioned under the trailer, and they help the wheels roll more easily. If you notice that these rollers are worn down, it is a sign that an issue may occur in the future. You are able to fix this yourself, but you need to have some basic knowledge about trailer maintenance, alternatively you can take it to Carasel, your boat trailer services mechanic in Sydney and have them replaced there.

4. Make sure all the lights on the trailer work correctly.

It is essential and legally required that regardless of what trailer you own, that the lights are all in good working order. The hardest thing about boat trailers is that they are exposed to the weather elements, and this is not good as it could lead to issues with electrical components. These issues often go unnoticed. Proper care is essential, and you can assist in preventing hazardous situations occurring by performing a safety check yourself, checking taillights, indicators and brake lights. It can also save you money in fines if you are caught and advised by the police that you are not roadworthy.

5. Check the condition of your tyres

Tyre issues can be one of the most common causes of trailer breakdowns, so it is suggested you check the condition of them regularly. A tell-tale sign is worn or irregular tread, sidewalls that are looking deformed or starting to bulge. Cracking tyres could indicate that the tyre is showing symptoms of dry rot. If the trailer is going to sit in the new place over the older winter months, we at Carasel suggest you move the trailer slightly so the tyres are moved around. Additionally keep your eye on the tyre pressure and inflate them to the recommended manufacturer’s amount.

6. Check the brakes.

Brakes are one of the most important parts on a trailer, without them you are in big trouble! Carasel proudly services trailers and can replace brake pads for you to ensure you are safe to tow your boat at any time.

They will also ensure that your brakes are in good condition as the salty water from the ocean or river can reap havoc over time. Brake discs and callipers can corrode from water also so it’s imperative that you ensure you always wash the water off the trailer along with the boat. At Carasel, we can service your trailer and advise you on the condition of your braking system.

At Carasel we can service and maintain your trailer. We have been in the business for well over 65 years and we can make sure the trailer is in top condition to have you take that boat out on the water every chance you get. Call us today to book your trailer in for an inspection and service at one of our stores in Moorebank or Seven Hills.

[bucknerbak12]

Easy Techniques And Ideas For Automobile Maintenance

Your car or truck is one of your most important valuables. So, whether it would breakdown or perhaps a problem would occur by using it, you desire to make sure you obtain the best repairs probable. In this article, you will certainly be provided guidance to guarantee your fixes go easily. If you hear a squealing sound when you move on your own braking system, chances are you need new braking system pads or rotors. Tend not to wait around to possess a auto mechanic examine your braking system. There will be more injury to fund and is particularly also dangerous to get your vehicle when your brakes are certainly not working properly. To keep oxidation from being a concern, rinse and wax your automobile on a regular basis. Sea salt and also other harmful chemicals will accelerate the rusting approach. In order to steer clear of rust at all costs, do the best to clean the auto extensively following contact with these materials. Guard your color with normal waxing. Tend not to assume you possess been ripped-away by your technician because of the great expense of your bill. Some parts are incredibly costly to replace, which include engines, transmitting solutions or dashboard personal computers. You should ask your auto technician about the expense of the parts he had to place in your car. You must not hold out a long time before changing the windscreen wiper cutting blades in your vehicle. Faltering to get this done might cause them to operate poorly the next time it is actually raining outdoors, which can cause an accident. It is a great idea to improve them every few several years/ Take each of the soft and enjoyable important stores away, or get rid of the auto essential. aaaaa don't wish to place all that extra weight in the car's ignition. Excessive body weight in your keychain might cause your step to put. It is just as vital to acquire your vehicle cleaned during winter as it is in summer season. Your car can get unclean yet again rapidly, but all that build-up is dreadful for the auto. Salt and fine sand from frozen roads could cause corrosion areas as well as other flaws. Take care to dried up your car just before traveling it once more. You wouldn't want ice cubes to produce. Choose a excellent car mechanic shop before you really need car improvements. This is centered on becoming positive. When you want them, it's a serious aggravation to have to spend a ton of time searching. It brings about you producing very poor options because of the bad condition you're presently in. By selecting a repair center preceding, it is possible to think about your options. Changing a charcoal canister is extremely high-priced, but you can actually replace this aspect your self. Explode the wheel located below your gas tank and disconnect the vacuum facial lines connected to the outdated canister. The component must then arrive right off of. Put in the new a single and link up the lines meticulously well before the installation of the tire yet again. At first on this write-up, your car almost certainly indicates a great deal to you. Consequently, should anything happen to it, you should get the most effective repairs feasible to acquire it working once again. Allow the suggestions using this article assist you in getting all those maintenance as soon as you need them!

[wolfuckstar]

Handmade Heaven

https://archiveofourown.org/works/31377314/chapters/77593565

1st august, 1986, Friday, 4 days till New Moon.

Day after Harry's sixth birthday.

Keiss, north end of Sinclair's Bay, east coast of Caithness, Scotland.

Summer.

7 AM.

"When you learn to ride the bike, I will let you use the broom."

"I don't understand why I got a broom if I can't use THE BROOM."

Remus laughed from where he was sitting, the Daily Prophet covering his face from the wind, his winter robe over his sweatshirt.

"For the fifth time" Sirius yawned, probably still indignant at having risen with the sun on an unusually cloudy Friday for a summer. The man ran his hand over his beard, opened his mouth to continue talking, but seemed to think better of it and gave up.

"I want to fly on the broom!" As irritating as the boy could be, the two missing teeth in front of his mouth would not let any of the men present take him seriously.

"Well, I want a new record, are you going to give me one?"

Remus put the paper down and gave Sirius a dismayed look.

"I don't care about your record." Harry's bottom lip was almost quivering now.

"Don't you care about David Bowie's Labyrinth?"

The boy seemed to be in doubt now. And Sirius looked more awake than he did 5 minutes ago, which was great. But not that great, since he had forgotten the packet of cigarettes inside the house and the only place he could smoke was outside.

"Don't you care about Queen's Kind of Magic?!" He asked, his voice emphatic and a playful, slightly insane look on his pillow-stained face.

The six-year-old boy seemed to think for a moment, but his green eyes behind the round lenses of his glasses soon found the Nimbus 85 leaning against the entrance door of the house and his expression went rigid again.

"I want to fly! Moony!’’ Harry called.

"Harry, dear" Remus had already given up on finishing reading the news, and threw the newspaper on the woody floor of the porch while answering loudly so that they could hear him from the small road after the fence "If you manage to ride the bike till the lamppost and back three times, we'll let you ride the broom, okay?" He reached over to the small table beside him to reach for the cup of tea, trying hard not to sigh at the stinging pains in his ribs and elbows. The happiness he'd felt when they figured it out that the full moon was over a week before Harry's birthday had passed, and all he could feel were the consequences of the damage. He knew he should remain optimistic, there was no point in brooding over his sufferings, he and Sirius had learned that over the past six years. He could allow himself to feel the pain, but at some point, you just have to let it go.

Keiss had an elementary school, which was a surprise at first. On the outside, the building looked like just one of the small houses on High Street, two stories, two windows, simple plant pots made of clay scattered on the asphalt of the sidewalk. Harry had started attending school a year ago and frequently went to the small park next to it even on weekends, when they were too tired to walk to the ruins on the beach or when they just didn't want to eat sandwiches sitting on the stone wall of the harbor. Sometimes, they visited the field next to the school to teach him how to play football. Remus would teach them while Sirius would make contemptuous comments about how much better Quidditch was and how Muggles didn't use their imagination, but in the end, it was just because he didn't know how to play.

There was a church on South Street, parallel to High Street. And, like everything else in Keiss, you could see the church from the school, and the beach from the church, and the beach from anywhere in the village. There, the vastness of the sky, the grass, and the sea seemed to swallow up everything else, suffocating them with peace, freedom, and salt air.

They did not live exactly in Keiss’s downtown, but just a few minutes walking would take them there. They didn't have a car either. There was no need. They owned an old, faded blue and rusty bicycle that they used when they needed to go shopping. And now, there was the red children's bicycle, bought in Wick, a town to the south, also in Caithness County. Remus and Sirius had agreed to give Harry the broom, as long as the boy also learned to ride a bicycle. Once the two men understood that this was what Lily would like, it had been easy not to worry about the money that would spend on the present.

After a few minutes explaining the whole theory behind the practice, Harry seemed minimally ready to try it himself and Sirius removed his hand from the bicycle seat, where he was holding to balance it. The boy took half a step forward and fell to the side, falling obtusely on the asphalt.

The men waited a moment before making any moves or questions. They had learned that, depending on how they reacted, Harry tended to cry or not.

The boy rested his hands on the floor and looked at the godfather with a crease between his eyebrows as if he had understood something incredibly difficult.

"If I had fallen off the broom, it would have hurt more, wouldn't it?" Harry found out.

Sirius Black threw his head back in a laugh that reverberated through the silent properties around him.

"Come on" The man bowed, extending his hand, helping him to his feet. When Harry was already standing, Black ran his hands over his little legs, removing the dirt from the small pointed and scraped knees. Sirius saw that the glasses were slightly crooked and adjusted them, still laughing "If you pick up speed, the bike won't tip over."

"If I go faster ..." The boy thought out loud "How am I going to stop? I don't know how to stop.”

"Er ..." The man was clearly not a big bike connoisseur.

"Use the brakes, Harry." Remus replied as he approached, extending the second cup of tea to Sirius "Use the brakes and put a foot on the pavement slowly."

The boy nodded and picked up the bike from the floor. Black helped him to give momentum, accompanying him with his hand on the back of the bench to give balance. After a few steps, he released it again. Sirius went back to Remus and took the cup of tea as he said.

"Sometimes I forget that he is only six years old." He took a sip "He's so smart."

A few meters ahead, Harry fell again.

The boy stood still for a few seconds, probably wondering if any damage had been done that would be worth crying. Still lying on the floor, he looked back and smiled at the two men, then got up.

"At least, he thinks for a while before being dramatic." Remus smiled behind the cup "Unlike some."

Sirius shoved him lightly with his shoulder.

"Idiot."

They looked at the boy, who was now putting the bicycle in their direction to pedal back to the front of the house.

"I don't think I managed to say good morning to you with Harry jumping on the bed," Black commented, looking away from the boy.

"I don't think I'm going to be able to say good night too with the number of scratches that I will have to cure later." Remus replies, but leans in anyway, resting his chin on the other's shoulder, inhaling Sirius Black's scent until he feels ecstatic and whisper "Good morning."

"Good morning." As he leaned in to answer, Sirius' beard crawled along the side of his cheek, causing shivers on his back.

Some birds from the ocean sang above their heads. The green grass of the surrounding properties rustled in the wind. The sun was a bright spot in the cloud-covered sky. There were no mountains, just the immensity of fields interrupted by small lakes and the North Sea.

"Maybe we should tell Harry to start pressing the brakes now," Sirius murmured, his voice slightly concerned.

Lupin raised his head in time to see the boy speeding towards them.

“Moony! Pads! Look! Pads! At full speed!” Harry repeated the phrase his godfather had said. The wind laced his black hair back, and his toothless smile melted more than the surface of the hearts of Remus Lupin and Sirius Black.

"The brakes, Harry!"

Unfortunately, Remus had to heal scratches on more than one person that night.

[kaiba-cave]

Good thing my brother knows car shit because me and my mom were driving when I was like hm. Something feels... wrong. I should probably pull over. Pulled over, sure enough, flat tire. My mom is like “what, why are you pulling over?” I’m like, I’m 90% sure the tire is flat, how can you not feel it?

Anyway, my dad is a mechanic. He is a Tire Guy™️. But does he answer his phone or texts? Of course not. Do I have roadside assistance? Of course not. So we wait an hour for my brother to come. Because I’m dumb af and don’t know how to change a tire or even put air in them. What can I say, my dad has always done this crap for me, and has never actually taught me how to do it myself. Somehow my brother learned though (not via my dad either though).

So he gets there. Gets the car jacked up. The car frickin rolls backwards off the jack. So I get in and put on the emergency brake even though I know it’s had issues in the past which is why I never use it. Oh well, can’t have the car rolling off the jack again so whatever. Also we’re standing on the side of the highway and it’s freezing outside.

Finally, brother gets tire off. Gets spare tire. It is also flat. I’ve had this car for... seven years and have never had to use the spare tire. Guess you should also check those sometimes if you go that long without using it. Who knew lmao.

It’s not as flat as the other one and there’s a gas station like two minutes up the road so we drive at like 20km/h down the 80km/h highway with our four ways on hoping the tire makes it that far. Thank god it did.

BUT THEN. My brother is like “oh yeah, your ebrake did get stuck on one tire, it was smoking while I was behind you but I didn’t think there was a point in pulling over again”. Apparently when the emergency brake gets stuck it’s like pushing against the actual brake so as you’re driving it wears the brake down? So I might also need a new brake pad on that side now. My dad eventually called and told my brother how to release it but the damage might have already been done.

And on top of all that I still need new rims for my car so the winter tires my dad got for it will fit. He got them used so they don’t actually fit the rims already on my car. He’s been trying to find used rims too but at this point I was like, just freaking buy new ones. I don’t even care how much they are, put them on your card and I’ll pay you back in increments. Let’s just get these freaking tires fixed before it snows because if I wait for you to find used ones I’ll have gone the whole winter with my regular tires.

My dad also called me while I was in Walmart and of course was pissed off because somehow this is all my fault and “you guys make things so difficult”. Like I’m sorry I got a flat tire? Sorry that I had to use the brake so I could get it changed, because SOMEONE was who knows where not answering their phone? Like it’s our freaking fault we were stuck on the side of the highway in freezing weather and just wanted to get it done. Ugh. Anyway that was my night.

[mrneighbourlove]

Fall of a Dynasty: Ch 1. No Negotiations This Time

Emperor Zannah of the Kikai Empire had seen better days as a ruler. The start of winter, years after her children’s terrible accident at the earthquake did political turmoil sprout in her Empire. Many started to vocally denounce her rule. Many from the Romtan tribes and the newest of the colonized islands included this. When she tried to quell their protests with non violent means, they quickly sprang violence against her, surprising her militia. A man by the name of Jaster Fett appeared, almost out of nowhere, as a voice of the Hasai people, and those who felt themselves oppressed in the Empire. She found this odd, seeing as he held so much political power and had so many supporters, yet she never heard of such a man before. Over a magic mirror gifted to her from Hyrule, Zannah was currently in communication with Annuciata regarding assistance. “My dear. Is there nothing Danjur can do? Fighting has broken out across the islands. This Fett fool is citing the people to overthrow me. To overthrow monarchy and the Empire for the sake of a little peasant democracy.”

"I can send more supplies if you need them, my love, but as far as war goes, I have to abide by the treaty signed so long ago." Annuciata spoke to Zannah by the magic mirrors provided to them as a gift from Queen Zarazu. "Your only hope is to take out this Jaster and make an example of him. Besides, if I moved my forces there, I would risk hurting your people. How could my men and women tell the difference between the foes and the innocents?" She sighed, running a hand down her face. "I'm so sorry, Zannah. I honestly do not know what to do."

“Listen. You’re looking after the twins. In their current state, I couldn’t risk their safety with me.” Griffith seemed to naturally burn any attachments given to him, and if Athena wasn’t wearing her bandages, she always had a simple mask on to hide her face. Least her son was more vocal from time to time. Athena said nothing any more out of choice. It broke Zannah’s heart to see them both so hurt.

"And I'll continue to look after them, but let me tell you, they're more stubborn than you are, and if Griffith burns this next prototype, I'm dunking him in an ice bath. Or giving him a spanking one." Annuciata sounded more annoyed than she did threatening. "He even made Eleonora cry cause she tried to help him and he was acting like a jerk. At least Athena is still being nice to her baby sister, even if she's not talking. Eleonora played a game of checkers with her, and it seemed to lift her spirits a little. She ate more for lunch that day from what the servants noticed from her tray."

“That’s good. That’s very good progress indeed.”

Her boat rocked, and she jumped slightly. “Ah, sorry. I’m currently sailing to Hyrule. Too stormy for flight, but my ship can power on through. I’m going to try and appeal to King Covarog’s sense of ego to assist me. Jaster Fett has proven ever elusive.”

“Emperor Zannah?”

“Not now.” Zannah shook her head. “I’ll message you at another time my love. Need to address an issue I take.”

"Be safe, Zannah, and do be sure to contact me as soon as you hit land." Annuciata watched as Zannah's image started to fade. "Don't worry about the twins, I'll take care of them." Then the Queen of Danjur looked at the clock. It was a little after lunch. Griffith's new prototypes were to be delivered in fifteen minutes. So, she decided to take the task upon herself to get his legs fitted correctly. Walking down the hall, she stopped at the entrance to his room. "Griffith, darling, it's me, I'm coming in."

“Oh. Don’t worry. I’m decent.” The Prince sounded bored behind the door.

Good goddesses, did all young people like to keep their rooms dark? All the curtains were drawn. Nonetheless, she was here to ensure that this meeting went well. The young man had melted his prototypes, tossed one off the balcony, and other he used as a weapon to threaten the physical therapist. This was going to stop right now.

"Good, today, I'm going to help with your new prototypes that I designed for you." Annuciata opened a couple of the curtains. "Then, we'll go to see your sister."

Griffith’s features immediately frowned. “No. I don’t think we will. I appreciate you looking after us, but I won’t endure anymore failures.”

"Griffith, they're not failures. You keep tossing them away, the prototypes never had a chance." Annuciata then approached his bed. "I promised your mother that I would take care of you and that's what I'm going to do. As your mother's bonded one, that means you're my responsibility too. My kid. You're going to put on a smile and be on your best behavior. Athena is at least being nice, and trying what her sister comes up with. Eleonora is working hard trying to find a solution for your sister." She told him firmly, "You're going to be cordial and listen to the therapist. Do I make myself clear?"

“Athena doesn’t speak a word. She doesn’t smile. She doesn’t show her face.” Griffith grunted as he picked himself off the bed and into the wheel chair. “My body won’t play host to your mechanical monstrosities. Being T0-D 2 is not my idea of an ideal life. And they are failures if they burn so easily.”

Annuciata reached down and pulled the brakes on his wheelchair, giving the young man a hard stare. "I'm not turning you into Tod. I'm making you new legs so you won't be stuck in a wheelchair, being a grump for the rest of your life." She put a finger on his nose. "And Athena may not do any of those things right now, but at least she isn't being an ass to her baby sister or her stepmother. Now, you're going to listen and you're going to try these new legs. I worked very hard on the design, just for you."

When there was a small knock on the door, Annuciata answered to let the physical therapist inside the room.

Griffith tensed, his hands gripping the chair. “They better not hurt.”

"The legs won't hurt, Griffith, they'll just take a little of getting used to." Annuciata took the prosthetic legs from their case. All the necessary gears were in place for proper bending. The neurotransmitter pads were in place to pick up on Griffith's brain signals. She held up the first leg. "Lightweight, sturdy titanium. Easy to learn how to use and look," She held up the leg so Griffith could see. "Eleonora designed a soft, comfortable neurotransmitter pad. It's more comfortable than the itchy sock that protects your skin. Let's give it a try."

“If it hurts me, I’ll burn it.” The crippled man was already mentally defeated, not even thinking of a possibility where he could walk again.

Annuciata gave him a swat on the hand. "You. Will. Not." The Queen of Danjur scolded him, "I have worked tirelessly on these for you, wanting to take care of you. You will stop acting like a teenage brat and try these legs that I crafted for you without a temper tantrum."

“If they hurt than they were shit legs.”

Getting very tired of Griffith's attitude, Annuciata decided to take one from Zarazu's book. It worked with her children. Maybe it would get Griffith's attention. So she flicked his nose. "Stop being a jerk. Or next time, you get a spanking." With that done, she put on the first leg. Then carefully placed the second one. "There. Now, slowly try to stand up. Here, hold my hand."

“I’m in my thirties. You can’t spank me...” With the legs strapped on, his stumps tried to burn through the connections. It was like white blood cells trying to fight off the new and unknown limbs.

"I can if I so like, I'm your stepmother, and you're acting like a child, so I might as well treat you like one." Annuciata chided Griffith. "You can do this. It's just like putting on armor over your legs. Just think of it as an extension of your body."

“It’s unnatural!” Griffith’s pads started to overheat now. He was becoming angry with how awkwardly he was walking.

"I know it's unnatural, but it will be something you will have to get used to!" Annuciata smelled the pads burning and immediately set Griffith back down into the wheelchair. She tried to remove the legs but, in her haste, forgot that metal heats very rapidly. Yanking back her hands, the Queen of Danjur was frustrated. Standing suddenly, she grumbled under her breath. "You know what? Fine. I'm not going to waste my time with someone who won't even try. Use the legs, or don't use them." She wheeled Griffith over to the balcony so he could enjoy some fresh air and the sights of the evening sky. "I'm going to go check on your sister and maybe when you're in a better mood, you can see your sister."

With that, she slammed the door.

“I AM trying! Go to hell! My life is ruined anyway!” Griffith tossed one of the legs at the nurse maid. “Get out!!!”

Annuciata hoped the Eleonora was having better success. She heard her daughter talking to Athena from outside the door and decided to listen.

"Okay, so I just figured out how I can clone some skin cells, it's in the beginning stages, but maybe I can create an artificial layer of skin for you." Eleonora was cheery as always, sitting on her sister's bed, talking to her. "I know you can't see it too good, but here, feel of it." She gently took Athena's finger and stuck it against the putty goop in the petri-dish. "Gross, I know, but those are healthy, growing skin cells."

Athena felt them carefully, her thumbs massaging the goop. Currently, she had a mask almost sealed to her face.  The princess gave her little step sister a nod of approval.

"I don't know how long it will take, but I'll keep trying until I have healthy layers of skin for you. So you can’t give up, okay, sis?" Eleonora held Athena's hand tightly. "I keep trying for Griffith too with the neurotransmitter pad, but... Mom says he keeps burning through them. I don't know what else to do."

Athena once again, could only nod. Looking to her right, she meekly tried to reach a sketch paper and pen.

"Here, I got it." Eleonora handed Athena the very gaudy, glitter covered, unicorn sparkle notepad. "... okay, I know it's silly, but I still think stuff like this is cute." She placed the pen in Athena's hand and held the notepad steady for her.

Carefully, Athena slowly drew. While slowly, and almost lifeless in her movements, it dawned on Eleonora the wrath that was bubbling with in. The subject of the art was Zizi and her spirit Patheon being cut apart into pieces and set on fire.

"... um..." Eleonora was silent for a moment and then sighed. "Sis, you do know that Zizi is the one that pulled you from the ground? She didn't cause the earthquake. Earth Sages don't have that kind of power." She spoke very quietly. "Besides, Zizi and Mama have bad history, yeah, but I don't think she'd ever try to hurt you. You didn't do anything to her. Neither did your brother. Mom said Mama was on her way to Hyrule to talk to King Covarog about some diplomatic issues. Maybe... maybe they might have a healer that could help too. I sent a letter to Naira in Uskar... maybe we'll hear something back."

Athena stabbed the paper, her hands shaking with fury. Moving the pencil with a fist, she wrote out one sentence. “Why aren’t I dead?”

"...?! Dead?!" Eleonora looked at her sister. "You... wanted Zizi to leave you there?"

Noises left Athena’s throat. It was if, despite a small part of her wanting to speak words, she was forced to talk in a beast’s tongue, with light angry gargles leaving her throat. All she could do was continue to write. “Her god could have done more. I have lost all my beauty. Zizi humiliated my families honour. A peasant wench. Curse her and her gods. She should have killed me. My mother should have killed me. Death. Death. Death. Death. Death. Death. Death. Death-“  Athena was in a trance now, not writing any other word.

"I... don't know much about deities." Eleonora carefully took hold of both Athena's hands, snapping her out of her trance. "I only know to be fair, Athena. That's what Mom taught me. Even she has to see both sides of the story." She felt pity for her sister. The princess felt even worse when she knew there was nothing she could really do to ease her sister's pain. "But... I don't think you should have died. I would have missed you. Mom would have missed you. Your brother, Mama... besides, Hasai don't give up that easily, do they?" She said softly. "I don't want you to go anywhere. I don't care what you look like. You're still my sister and I love you."

Athena reached her arms out around Eleonora. Like a zombie, she let out a small moan of comfort as she hugged deep around her. This moan turned into raspy tears as she cried. The crown prince and princess would never be the same. Or at least, they wouldn’t recover in time for the sake of the Empires future.

"Please don't cry, Athena, I'll find a way to fix this for you. That's what sisters are for, they help each other." Eleonora held tightly to her elder sibling. "You're safe here with me and Mom. We'll take care of you, okay? Please don't be sad."

~

Zannah’s ship had finally arrived at Zora’s Domain. Taking a horse carriage escort, the Emperor was accompanied by her elite honour guards out of the domain. The storm over the ocean had carried into Hyrule, rain pelting the landscape. Her mind weighed heavily on how she was going to approach King Covarog. The man still held a grudge, probably more so if he knew what she did to his sister in law by now. It would certainly make negotiations far more difficult.

Events of Fate, however, would fall into place momentarily. Viewing her cart from not to far away, a cloaked man peered at her escort with a telescope. “That’s her alright. This dark winter evening will mark the day the Revolution will land its greatest victory. Today is the day the false Empress dies. Execute them.”

Zannah sighed, tapping her finger on the arm rest of her cart, wishing how she didn’t have to take the long way. Suddenly she heard a thunk at the back window, followed by a tick. Wisdom and instinct told her run. She was just barely both feet out the cart, when her carriage suddenly exploded into pieces. The force launched her into the dense forest, and her guards caught up in confusion. This chaos suddenly made them easy targets, as arrow fire launched outwards, striking her honour guard one by one. They were blown apart by blue light, with them trying to launch bolts of fire back. “Protect the Emperor! Protect her with your lives!”

Zannah stood up, ready to fire lightning at her assassins, when she felt a spike of pain and one of her kneecaps snap. A bolt found its mark, and it sent the Emperor limping to find cover. It was closer inspection, when she noticed who the identity of her attackers was. They were her strike force, the Theron Guards. A scream of fury escaped Zannah, disregarding her need to keep hidden behind cover. “T-traitors!”

She felt her leg worsen with every step, and knew that escape was becoming her best option. No honour in it, but living was far more valuable than honour at the moment. Eying a panicked horse, she hobbled towards it with the firefight worsening around her. Her guards gave their lives so that she could flee. The Theron killed all the Honour Guard, but they gladly gave their lives so she could survive. Hosting herself on a white stallion, she took off down the muddy road to central Hyrule. She turned to intercept arrows with magic, her fire detonating projectiles aimed at herself and her steed. The Theron knew that they failed in the initial attack, so when she disappeared down the trail, they didn’t follow with haste. They maimed her, caused her to flee. That alone was a form of victory. Besides, they could follow the trial soon enough.

Zannah traveled fast and long into Hyrule from the West. Soaked to the bone, and bleeding from her kneecap and a lucky shot in her back, the Emperor found herself in country territory, not too far from Castle Town. Could find salvation from this terrible fate?

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Next Ch. https://mrneighbourlove.tumblr.com/post/614055858328977408/fall-of-a-dynasty-ch-2-friends-in-high-places

Crossover with @ridersoftheapocalypse. Shared world with @s-kinnaly. Enjoy a new arc! Will feature @figmentforms Rinku more prominently. 

[keelywolfe]

Drabble: Get Your Motor Runnin' (baon)

Summary: Spring is coming, warm weather, and sunshine. Edge and his motorcycle can't wait.

Tags: Spicyhoney, Established Relationship, Fluff, Domestic

Notes: @cheapbourbon has done some gorgeous artwork with Edge and his motorcycle in their spicyhoney book. It was very inspiring. ^_^

part of the ‘by any other name’ series.

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The garage was still cold; the temperature outside hadn’t risen enough yet to put much of a dent in the chill, but Edge had a space heater set up and after a few hours, it was tolerable.

He’d parked his car in the driveway to give himself more room and now he pulled the cover off his motorcycle, folding it up and setting it aside. He couldn’t help running a reverent hand over it, stroking the seat, the handlebars; he’d missed this.

After a long winter in storage, his bike would need a little work before it was road ready and since he wasn’t allowed to do his real job, he may as well prepare it for the upcoming shift in weather.

It was nothing more than basic maintenance. The bike had been painstakingly winterized before he stored it and that only left reversing the process.

First, he changed the oil, careful not to spill any, the stains would never fade from the concrete floor. Next, he filled the tires until the pressure was at the manufacturer’s recommendation. He checked all the fluids and linkages, the brake pads. Tire wear. Now he was down to a thorough waxing and polishing the chrome. By the time he took it back out on the road, it would be a gleaming masterpiece of engineering.

With long strokes, he rubbed in the wax, then took up his polishing cloth to wipe it away, revealing glossy red paint beneath. He tended to every part of the body before changing out wax for metal polish and attending to the chrome. Beneath his hands, every piece received its due attention, until it glowed beneath the overhead lights.

It was an extravagance, this bike. His car had been his first major purchase when he'd had the funds for it. Flashy, perhaps, but still a necessity in this world where walking to every post was simply not feasible. His motorcycle was pure self-indulgence and he loved it, every lustrous bit. It was freedom in a way that his car simply wasn’t, the ability to hop on and feel the power of it between his legs, cruising down the roads and highways beneath the sunlight.

Red stole his car with exasperating frequency but never his bike and it was not because he wasn't able to drive it.

He folded the cloth in half, wiping down the handlebars and seat. Almost finished. His eye lights reflected in the mirror shine.

Absently, he thought of how nice it would be to take Stretch out for a ride. It was something they'd never done.

In the past, he’d been resistant to the idea; a motorcycle was not the safest means of travel but if Stretch was willing to allow him to risk himself on it, he’d be a hypocrite not to offer the same option. High HP wasn’t much different to low when it came to an accident that was bad enough to break bone.

Of course, Stretch would need his own helmet and a jacket, and definitely something better than the track pants he favored, but Edge was a safe driver, doubly so when his husband was with him.

Setting aside his rag, Edge stood and straddled the bike, half-lost in his imaginings.

Out riding the roads in the new spring sunshine, away from the traffic and the crowd of other cars. They could even go out of Ebott, there were plenty of parks and wildlife preserves outside of the city. Maybe hit the highway and travel a little further; anyone would be hard pressed to tell they were Monsters through a helmet. Bring along a picnic lunch and go for a real ride.

He thought Stretch might enjoy that, and simply imagining his delight was inspiration enough to start planning.

The door to the garage opened and before he could so much as turn that way, Stretch sat down behind him and wrapped his arms around him, effectively trapping him.

"gotcha!” Stretch said happily, nuzzling at Edge's cervical vertebrae. He wasn't ticklish but that fact never stopped Stretch from trying. His voice was muffled into Edge's collar as he declared, “mine!”

“Yours?" Edge would never admit aloud to subtly tilting his head, giving Stretch better access. "Only if I let you.”

“well, yeah," Stretch sounded equal parts amused and puzzled. "why would i want you any other way?”

Edge let his skull drop back to rest on Stretch’s shoulder and breathed in the sweetness of his magic. He would never get tired of the feeling of his lover, his husband, against him.

“I love you,” he said, simply. Stretch’s arms tightened around him and he made a soft, happy sound.

“good thing i love you too or this would be awkward.”

He settled his hands over Stretch's, twining their fingers together and imagined these arms around him with miles of road ahead of them.

Soon, he told himself, spring was coming.

Soon.

-finis-

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Another difficult bit is to see once to vary the engine oil.

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[c-atm]

Snow day Prompt: Bittersweet meeting *p1*

“Looks like it'll be a big storm. Don't think the others are coming today.." The seventeen year old stated as he looked at the start of snowfall.

Part of him wanted to leave as well but his pride as club leader president wouldn't allow him, you never know who might need some assistance or help in this school, which is why he created the 'Crystal gems'.

From student counseling to school events to setting parlays between students, the Crystal gems goal is to make every Diamond high student as smooth as possible. Which is why they, for the most part, butt heads with student council every so often.

The SC feels that the CG overstep their boundaries at times. Though they cannot deny the good they have done. Even if their methods come off as questionable. It's less animosity and more of a rivalry between the two on whose better for the school. Still they get some funding from the treasury cause they are an official club, that get results.

“Universe..Shouldn't you be heading out?”  a gruff voice called out to him. He turned to see  three girls standing in the hall, looking in.He gave them a small smile before taking a seat on the club rooms sofa.

“Awe...You're worry about me Jasp, That's sweet of you cuz.”

The girl in question scoffed lightly as she hid her small smile under her orange scarf. Tall and muscular but also very feminine, with wild white hair, gold contacts and faded brown skin with white  stripes of vitiligo; which only made her more exotic.Her name’s Jasper, vice president of the student council and his younger cousin.

Behind her stood two others. A slender woman of average height and a swimmers build. Her ocean colored hair and dark sand colored skin, with striking eyes as blue as her namesake Lapis lazuli. She was the secretary of the  student council and scuba team Captain.

The last part of this trio was small and shapely, just braking five feet, five-three with her gravity defying, greenish-blonde hair, a natural light tan, her infamous goggles over some of the brightest green eyes you'd ever seen. The student council treasurer and fire cracker, Peridot.

all three were dress in the standard academy  uniform( White blazer, yellow blouse, pink tie and blue skirt) under their wool, leather  and down coats, respectively.

“Joking aside, she's right Steven..We're supposed to be getting a few feet through the night. It's best if you head home now, before it gets worst...We’d wait for you, if you want.”  The bluenette suggested with a small smile.

“Tempting, but I still have some work to finish, beside you never know who might need some advice.”  Lapis’s smiled faltered a bit at his refusal.

“Told you, he'd say no. Him and Boss are both the same.” Peridot sighed exasperatedly

“So, the President still here as well? That works in my favor, there something i wanted to discuss with her.”

The three girls looked as Steven to rub his chin and a small smirk appeared on his lips. While Peridot grinned, almost cackled; Jasper sent Lapis a apologetically knowing glance, who in responded in a slight wave. Jasper cleared her throat before walking up to Steven,her left hand open and free, her right held the keys to her car.

“Your keys, give’em here Steven.”

Steven would have argued a bit, but the fact that she used her ‘family’ tone and gave him the look she always did when she was worried about other, left him no resistance. He dug into the back of his slacks and produced a key to his motorcycle with a small pink lion plush on one of the chains.  The two exchanged keys, before Jasper headed to the locker in the far left and grabbed three helmets and some goggles from it. She passed the green one to Peridot, a blue to Lapis and kept a large orange one and the goggles for herself.

“Don’t stay too late Steven…”

“And you don’t go too fast on lion…”  He turned towards the other two “Make sure she don’t break 25, just because it’s not that bad yet and I had the tires redone for the season, dosen't mean your perfectly safe.”

Lapis and Peridot gave their word, despite Jasper protest of being a responsible driver. A protest that ended shortly after Steven admitted to trusting her with his ride, making her feel a bit smug.

“Alright guys, we should head home before we all have to load up in Jasper tuna can of a car.”  

Jasper growled at Peridot’s comment before giving her cousin a quick one armed hug, Not to be left out; Peridot gave the young man a quick friendly hug causing the tallest girl to roll her eyes and Steven to chuckle.  He blushed when he heard Peri whispered something into his stomach and the sly look on her face didn’t help. He shook his head as she broke the hug and basically skipped out of the room once again joking about Jasper car when she was a good ways away, causing Jasper to chase after her. Lapis  and Steven looked as the two took off, when they heard Peri yelled.

“MAKE SURE TO TAKE THE PRESIDENT HOME AS WELL, GOOO~OOD LUU~UUUCK!”

“I better go before she kills Peri.”

“Yeah,that’s a good idea. Get home safe, Lappie.”  Red face and head down, Lapis delivered a weak trembling punch to the boys stomach.

“You rejected me already, so save that charm for her...I’m rooting for you”

With a small kiss upon his cheek and a wipe of a tear, Lapis ran to catch up with Jasper and Peri. Steven shook his head with a sigh as he turned around and laid on the couch.  He watched as the snow lightly fell, with a peaceful look, dozing off as he did.

It was a melodic sound. A familiar one as well, he’d recognize it anywhere on earth. A simple feminine humming from his left. He turned towards it and saw a indian-american woman of his age sitting on the loveseat. Pad and pen in hand and headphones over her head; humming to a song on her mp4.

That natural walnut skin, shiny black eyes; long  curly brown hair that flowed like a waterfall that cute slightly pointed nose and those small yet full lips. She was a bit taller than lapis, curvier than Peridot; and strong...not Jasper strong, but a fencer and athletic build.  She sat, one leg over the other, in an alternative school outfit (pink blazer, yellow skirt,blue shirt, and pink tie). The Student President of Diamond Academy, tennis and fencer all star; Connie Maheswaran.

“That uniform fits you very well.”

“Why, thank you” Steven shocked and red face allowed Connie arched an eyebrow and smirk at CG leader. Steven sat up with a stretch and a crack of the neck.

“Time?”

“Only fifteen to five.”

“So..30 minutes, see you made yourself comfortable; Ms.President.”

“Was waiting for my best friend to wake.” Connie pulled her head phones down to her shoulder as she watch him get up and walk behind her and gave her a small hug, which she returned  by squeezing his left bicep.

“Tea?”

“ Green, please.”

Giving her a smile the seventeen year old released his hold, a bit reluctantly, before going to the mini fridge getting two bottle of spring water, four  tea bags from a nearby locker; and turning on the electric tea kettle that Pearl, one of the club members; brought for the room.

“So really what brings you to the room? And how long have  you been here?”

“No reason. Just making rounds saw you here in this nice warm room, decided to come in for a bit. I’ve only been here for about 10 minutes. Is that ok?”

“All are welcomed, but you get special privileges; like this tea.” Steven pointed to  the kettle with a smirk. Connie place three fingers on her blouse and gasp in exaggerated fashion.

“Talk about the V.I.P treatment.” She sent him a half smirk. “You wouldn't be trying to get something from me, Right Mr, Universe.”

he let use a low chuckle as he handed her a mug, and sat back on the couch. “Now whatever gave you that idea?”

“That chuckle for one, and the fact that you left a list of funds proposals on the table.”

“I swear they are all needed.” The pace of that statement caused the president to arched an eyebrow and pursed her lips.

“Uh-huh and what pray tell, does these items have to do with your club activities?”

“As you know, our club was main goal to ensure that our fellow students have a pleasant  school life...Which we have done very well.”

“Methods aside..Sure.”

“Negotiations doesn't always work with words alone..sometimes games need to be played, parlays need to be made-”

“Classrooms need to be close off, dances need to be unofficially hosted; disguises need to be worn.”

“We always brought the costumes back in pristine condition” Connie stone face made him sigh. “ok, working condition.”

“and the fighting?”

“Oh, like you never used your skills outside of an match.”

Connie shrugged, a small toothy grin on her face. “The S.C does double as a disciplinary committee.. You guys don't.”

“Fair enough,  but you can't argue that we have gotten results-”

“Steven,I'm not going to deny your proposal for these items... Though, I don't  know why you don't talk to the headmaster themselves..you are related after all.”

“No way. Last Thing I need is people thinking I am privileged.

“....Just choose some soon, ok?”

the spontaneity of the statement and tiredness of her voice aroused suspicion in him. He scooted over and patted the cushion  next to him. She took the lifeline quickly as she sat beside him, leaned on his shoulder and grasped his hand, he did nothing but intertwined  his fingers with hers.

“You doing ok, President?”

“Just tired of talking shop, is all. Been planning the winter formal and been dealing with disputes between clubs.”

“You could send some of those disputes over here.”

“and have Jasper be on my case..no thanks, I choose peace... but the dance we could use a little ---.” Connie growled mid sentence, facepalming as she did.“No.. No more talk of S.C. work.”

Steven looked on with a smirk at her antics. “Sorry..So how has things been with you, personally? Still dating that Jeff guy?”

“Wow...weeks since we really spoke and that the first thing you ask, wait... how did you know I was dating...ANYONE?”

“He did come to us for advice...Though I was sick for that week. Garnet took control of that one…”

“and…”

Steven looked at her and rubbed the back of his head. “ On my day back, I caught you two giggling and such afterschool..You wasn't were we usually meet up for our ride home. I saw you two and was quick to figure what was going on.”

“Oh… Steven, I'm so sorry I-”

“Hey, No problem you don't have to tell me everything..I mean he's your boyfriend… you have, nothing to be apologetic about. Heard he's a good guy…” Steven glared and his voice, chilling “He IS a good guy..right?”

“I guess? We were only together for a month before I broke it off.”

“Ooo..May I ask why?”

Connie shrugged with a sigh. “Wasn't actually  attracted to him, but I figure I'd give the guy a chance. He has good ambition, wanting to go into film and such a nice guy but...just no real spark between us.”

Steven nodded. “It's like that sometimes”

“True...I'm mad at you though.” Connie playful pokes called the bigger teen to laugh. “Six weeks and no hang out, no rides on lion; no games night” What started off as jovial and teasing, ended serious and cool. Connie frown was pronounced and her eyes sharp. “and why? cause some guy that didn't even last a whole month…”

Steven glared back just as hard. “You didn't  exactly try to talk to me too much either.”

Connie growled slightly at this before sighing..this was not what she wanted. “You're right..I wanted to talked to you, but something happened…other than jeff”

“Oh..and what was that?”

“You rejecting Lapis…”

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