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hopelessromantic1352 · 3 years ago

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New Beginnings - Chapter 6

The time has come to find the cast for Beautiful Endings, but since Natalia can’t find the right actress to play Alexandria, Thomas presents a strong argument for an obvious option. And there’s some jealous Hunt in here too for all you weak Thomas fans 🤤🤣

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After a few days of calling actors and actresses and meeting with them, Thomas and the crew has not come any closer to finding a cast. Natalia has dismissed every actress on his list, along with every actor besides the one they’re meeting with today. But, the way things have been progressing, he wouldn’t be surprised if she denies this one as well. Although he knows the man is charming enough to get a role he wants and the way he spoke when Thomas called him, he truly does want this role. When Ryan wants a role, he is talented at knowing exactly how to tune in to his character to wow directors or producers. His handsomeness, along with his natural people skills, are enough to woo anyone into wanting him in their cast. With that natural talent, he will easily fit into the character of Mr. Carlisle.

Thomas and Natalia are sitting side by side on his couch, Addison is next to her and Holly is next to him. All four have notebooks, scribbled with notes and information for each actor. Everyone hears Thomas’ front door open before the potential actor walks in the living room, causing Addi to stand up and hug him excitedly.

The movements cause Natalia to look up and she takes a sharp breath in when she sees the actor who might possibly be playing the handsome business man in the film. His striking features and pristine blue eyes, cause her mouth to open slightly as she gazes upon the Hollywood heartthrob. Immediately, she can see this man portraying Samuel Carlisle.

“Ryan, I’m so glad you’re here! This is Natalia York, the author of Beautiful Endings.” Addison is barely containing her excitement.

At the mention of her name, Natalia stands, setting her notebook and journal aside before she looks up at the actor. She smiles as usual, a warmness surrounding the tender gesture and she extends her hand towards him which he takes happily.

Thomas rolls his eyes when Ryan kisses the back of her hand softly, allowing his lips to linger against it longer than needed. Annoyed by the obvious flirting, the director clears his throat loudly, sending a glare at the actor who he considers a friend.

Ryan grins at him, whispering something to Natalia that makes her laugh and covers her mouth as she glances at Thomas.

“If you two are quite through, I would like to finish today’s task. Which, unfortunately, revolves around Mr. Summers.” The sharp tone Thomas speaks in causes everyone to quiet down and to take their seats.

As Natalia sits next to him again, she gives him that little grin that always tugs on his control that keeps his seriousness in check. But his frown doesn’t falter, he feels a twinge of jealousy and he curses internally before he looks down at his notes.

“Hunt, I know you’re always uptight, but you should try to loosen up when you're in such extraordinary company.” Ryan teases with a smirk as he glances at Natalia, winking.

Her smile widens and she shakes her head, trying to refocus on the task at hand instead of the two handsome men in the room. And she couldn’t stop herself from glancing at the man next to her. She could have sworn he was jealous. She had noticed his subtle change in demeanor. The glares he sent towards Ryan, him rolling his eyes, and the deadly tone which he spoke in to get everyone’s attention. But perhaps she was being ridiculous. She knows how professional he is and how quickly he wants to start filming, so he most likely is just annoyed by her dismissing every actor and actress so far.

Sighing quietly, she looks up at Ryan. “Thomas is right, we should begin so we may move on to the next step.”

The actor nods and pulls his phone out, opening up the email Thomas had sent him. It contained a few lines from the script. He took a few moments to memorize them, before clearing his throat and launching into character. These particular few lines Thomas sent were from a scene that Natalia wasn’t sure would be in the actual film, but the context made it easy for her to discern whether or not the actor could portray her Samuel Carlisle.

She watches as Ryan pulls his phone out, pretending to answer a call with a charming smile pasted on his face that is evident in his voice as he begins to recite the lines.

“What if it was mutually beneficial for both of us?”

His seductive tone makes Natalia smile. So far he is acting the scene out exactly how she would picture Samuel to act. As he finishes the “call”, Thomas nods and writes a few notes down before he turns to Natalia.

She leans towards him, whispering quietly in his ear. “I believe he captured the character quite well. His appearance,” she pauses and glances at Ryan, looking at him closely with a small smile before she leans back to Thomas’ ear. “He is exactly what I pictured for Samuel.”

Although she was speaking in a hushed, professional tone, her warm breath dancing across the back of his neck urging goosebumps to show themselves on his skin. It takes every ounce of self-control Thomas has to keep his face stoic and free from any emotion. Having her this close to him, in front of others, is not something he particularly enjoys. Not when he has those childish emotions boiling up inside him. Not when Ryan is standing right there. He wishes he could tell the suave actor not to touch her. But, that is not his place. Especially since he does not wish to ever go back down the rabbit hole of love ever again.

When she pulls away from him, looking at him expectantly, he just nods and stands, extending his hand to Ryan.

“You have the role. We shall inform you once we know when filming will begin.”

Ryan breaks out into a broad smile, his eyes lighting up in excitement causing Natalia to grin. He shakes Thomas’ hand and grips his arm good-naturedly.

“Thanks, Hunt.” After releasing the director’s hand, he turns to Natalia. “And thank you, Ms. York for the opportunity. I’m excited to work with you.”

Quickly, she stands and smiles warmly at him. “I’m thrilled to work with you as well, Mr. Summers.”

Addison and Holly are gathering their things, but when they both hear Ryan’s flirtatious tone, they stop and glance at Thomas, then at each other, smirking.

They can see the older man’s jaw working as his lips form into a deep scowl, his eyes hardening as he observes his friend flirting with Natalia openly.

“Please, call me Ryan. And call me whenever you want.” He winks at her and smiles when she quietly giggles.

Thomas groans and rolls his eyes, turning away from them and walks into his kitchen. He gets a tumbler and a bottle of scotch, opening it and pours himself two fingers. He leaves the bottle opened on the counter, taking a small sip as he walks back towards the living room. He notices the two are still engaged in the conversation and he shakes his head.

“We will be in touch, Ryan. Hopefully soon I can let Thomas choose an actress to be your co-star.” She laughs and glances back at the director with a fond smile, “I’m certain he is ready to either fire me or throw me out by now.”

Ryan chuckles and keeps his eyes glued to Natalia. “Hunt would be an idiot to get rid of you.”

“I believe it is time for you to take your leave, Summers.” Thomas fixes a glare on his old friend.

The actor nods and smiles at everyone before he says his goodbyes and heads out. Not long after, Holly and Addi are standing with Natalia, talking about the film. And Ryan.

“He is quite handsome. I’m not sure I’ve met someone like him before.” Thomas swears he can picture the awestruck expression on her face and he groans again.

Addison’s giggling reaches his ears and he decides to go out to the group instead of hiding in the kitchen. He needs to take her mind off the actor and back on… the film.

“Natalia, we must focus on who we will cast as Alexandria, not girlish fantasies.” His disapproving frown makes Holly smirk.

The screenwriter glances at Addison, subtly motioning towards the front door and the blonde nods excitedly.

“Well we will leave you to it. Let us know who you cast!” She wraps Natalia in a tight hug before she moves towards Thomas.

He holds a hand up, shaking his head and sends her a warning glare that makes her shoulders drop.

“You should know better than to show any affection towards our resident grouch.” Holly continues to smirk, looking at Hunt knowingly before the two girls say goodbye and leave.

When the two are finally alone again, Natalia sighs, falling back into his couch. His eyes move to her and they soften immediately at the sight. Deep inside him, he can’t help but feel a warmness settle knowing she feels comfortable enough to make herself at home in his home. He enjoys seeing her in his space.

“Penny for your thoughts?”

Her polished voice breaks through his distraction and he shakes his head out of his straying thoughts. He focuses on her face, eyes falling to her lips before he meets her gaze.

“Do you have an idea what you would like to see from the actress who will play Alexandria?” He moves into the living room, settling onto his couch next to her once more.

The question urges her to sit up, grabbing her notebook again and flipping through it randomly until she shrugs. “I don’t know how to explain exactly what I want from the woman who will play her.”

Thomas looks at her profile, thinking silently as he takes in the elegant curves of her face. He still has not ever tired of simply observing her. She tugs her bottom lip between her teeth and he forces a groan down before it can escape his mouth. He clears his throat and shifts, turning towards her.

“Perhaps you can show me. When I cannot feel as though I can properly explain what I want from my cast, I attempt to show them.”

She continues to gently gnaw on her lip until she turns her focus to him. Her voice is quiet and timid.

“You wish for me to… act it out for you?”

A simple nod is his only form of response, but she can see that familiar glimmer of reassurance in his eyes as they soften. Sensing he won’t let this go, she takes a deep breath and stands, grabbing her script to flip to a scene. The lines she reads are more intimate than others, but she’s certain she can portray what she wants through this scene.

But perhaps…

“Would you mind running the scene with me?”

Again, a nod is his only response until he gets his own script and begins flipping through the pages. “What page?”

After she tells him, he finds the scene and clears his throat as he feels his cheeks beginning to heat. Usually, this type of scene would not bother him so much, but playing it out with her, that will prove to be difficult.

“Would you like to begin or have Samuel start it?”

His voice has deepened and he keeps his gaze focused on the lines. But she is oblivious to how this is affecting him. Although her nerves are rising, she manages to speak.

“Perhaps you should start. It will give me a chance to feel it out.”

Thomas clears his throat, pointing to the line he’s starting at. He takes a deep breath and settles into the character.

The scene she chose is intimate, the first intimate moment between Samuel and Alexandria. The two had been flirting constantly and the sexual tension between them had grown at an alarming rate. This scene is the final breaking point for them to realize their feelings and give in to them.

“I must admit, the time I have spent with you has been unforgettable, Alexandria.” Thomas, or Samuel in this instance, moves closer to his counterpart.

Her breath hitches audibly and her lips part as she looks up into the dark eyes she’s found much comfort in as of late. She remembers her line as his hand tentatively reaches for hers, softly touching her palm with his fingers.

“Mr. Carlisle, what are you—“

He places a gentle finger on her lips, quieting her before she can finish, just as the script advises.

“Samuel, and please tell me you have felt the same spark between us. I cannot focus on anything except you. Whether you are in the room or not. You consume my thoughts.”

Natalia thinks back to the script, but his touches fluster her mind. Instinctively, she moves closer to him, her own fingers lacing together with his. When his soft gaze meets her own, she relaxes and the lines come flooding back.

“Samuel, the way you have described how you feel towards me is beyond my expectations, but,” Her head tilts back as she looks up at the man her heart has begun yearning for and settles her chocolate eyes on his mouth. “You have no inclination how much I have longed to hear those words fall from your lips.”

She watches as Thomas, or Samuel, smiles widely. The simple sight takes her breath away and she looks up at him in awe. The finger that was on her lips slides down and under her chin, tilting her head up more. His smile grows slightly as he can see the look in her eyes.

“Thomas…” Her voice is strained, her heart is beating wildly as both fall out of character.

She can see his eyes darken at his name falling from her tongue and he tightens his fingers around hers. The intimacy of the moment is so perfect, neither want it to end, but as he dips his head to meet her lips, his phone ringing jolts the two apart.

He mumbles an expletive when she turns away from him again, much like yesterday in the guest house. He opens his mouth to say something, to get her back into his arms, but that damned ringing pulls him away to the kitchen to get his phone. She allows herself to turn and watch him. Her heart is still racing, but she bites her lip to hide the wide smile threatening to break through.

When she hears him answer his phone, the deep voice travels through his home and reaches her ears. His voice, his eyes, his whole self, it all is something she’s turned to for comfort in these past many weeks. While she listens to him speak to someone about the film, she closes her eyes, allowing his soothing sound to calm her. The two moments they’ve shared have proven he finds her at least somewhat attractive and that alone excites her. But the way he has looked at her those two times is beyond any description that comes to her mind.

As she picks the script up, looking over the lines, her smile drops as a realization hits her.

He’s an A-list director. A former model. He can act.

He can act.

Perhaps he is simply playing along to not hurt her. After all, he has access to beautiful models, actresses. Women surely flock to him. She sighs and shakes her head, trying to rid herself of those thoughts.

If he didn’t care, he wouldn’t be treating her to his guest house. He wouldn’t compliment her. She is simply being immature and allowing ridiculous insecurities bother her. She’s come to know Thomas. To trust him. And he has come to trust her. She knows this.

Releasing a breath, a smile washes over her as he comes back to the living room. She turns towards him and he swallows hard, obviously nervous after their encounter. Instead of her bringing it up, she just reassures him by squeezing his hand gently. She nods once, her eyes showing her understanding before she pulls back and motions to the script.

“I hope I showed what I am looking for in Alexandria.”

Relieved, Thomas offers a hint of a smile before he turns serious.

“You did, and I have an idea on whom we could cast.”

“Oh! Wonderful. I promise that if you think she will be the best, then I will simply allow you to choose.” Her soft giggle fills his ears and warms his heart.

Seeing his eyes focusing on her lips again, she clears her throat before she speaks up.

“So, who is she?”

He straightens, setting his jaw as he looks at her with confidence.

“You.”

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phanfictioncatalogue · 3 years ago

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Oblivious!Phan (2) Masterlist

part one

all these years (ao3) - Anonymous

Summary: Dan clenched his teeth and watched Phil as he stood across the room, talking with some guy against the bar. No, Dan ground his molars together, flirting with some guy against the bar. He fingered the condensation on the outside of his beer, nodding absentmindedly at whatever the person talking to him was saying. It was all his fault of course. Wait, Dan had to physically stop his hands from shaking in anger, it wasn’t his fault. It was the vodka’s fucking fault

Apples and Desks (ao3) - analester

Summary: prompt from tumblr user dipperphantomhive: "Teacher!Dan and Teacher!Phil So Dan keeps flirting with Phil throughout school hours, and has even joint their classes just to low key flirt with the man and finally Phil asks what's going the fuck on??? Cause he likes Dan, but he doesn't just want to be a one night stand, and Dan expresses he likes Phil, which leads to very kinky Dom! Phil sex in the class room~

A Tattoo Of Your Name (ao3) - orphan_account

Summary: Prompt: I need a punk!Phil and shy!Dan in high school AU - “If it was wrong, why did you do it?”

His voice is tiny, barely a whisper compared to Phil’s, but it makes Phil’s head shoot up like he hadn’t expected Dan to say anything and to be honest, he probably hadn’t. Dan glances away quickly, feeling like running again but knowing the nurse would stop him before he got out.

“Because- ‘cause,” Phil stutters and Dan has to look up now. Phil never stutters. “You hit a little too close to home.”

i'll always be around (ao3) - manchestereye (orphan_account)

Summary: dan howell sure is a dumbass.

or, the 3 + 1 fic where dan is already with phil but he doesn't know that, that no one asked for.

leaving you love notes in the kitchen (ao3) - manchestereye (orphan_account)

Summary: phil accidentally stumbles on something he wasn't supposed to see while looking for his lucky socks

Oblivious - ultxmasunicornphanfics

Summary: Alpha!Dan calms a scared omega at the cinema, Omega!Phil gets a little jealous.

open your eyes a little wider and you'd see (ao3) - CHER_UBIC (orphan_account)

Summary: Phil is in love with Dan. He catches the younger boy watching a horror movie in the dark one night, and decides to take advantage of the situation.

or do you not think so far ahead? (ao3) - marina_rocher

Summary: Dan backtracks over and over again. It's annoying, especially to such an oblivious guy as Phil.

These Minutes We Share (ao3) - orphan_account

Summary: It's the cafe AU no one asked for where Phil owns and runs a small cafe called the Quaint & Cosy down by the train station, where he caters to every kind of individual that passes through there, from the eclectic weirdo to the stiff professional. One morning, he finds himself catching the eye of one particular commuter with a three piece and a cute smile to match, who's much more relaxed than any customer in a rush to catch a train has a right to be.

Curious, he strikes up a conversation.

these violent delights of love (ao3) - cyanica

Summary: Dan is hopelessly in love, Phil’s seemingly oblivious and they’re on a world tour just to make things more chaotic.

And yet, the Gods, or the Ruler of the Universe, or whoever the hell was in charge decided Dan needed to die in the end, too. Currently, leaning over the porcelain throne of shit and piss was the Gods' human voodoo doll, throwing up the contents of his unfortunate Indian dinner – and significantly more alarming than that: black tulips. Fucking flowers. This wasn’t real life.

They Were Roommates (ao3) - Do_it_with_the_Howell_Lesters

Summary: Dan’s mum knows he and Phil are just ‘roommates’, at least that’s what Dan thinks.

To Love You (ao3) - A_Million_Regrets

Summary: Dan is a rent boy, a male prostitute, a cheap whore, another slut for hire . . . He's heard many more derogatory terms used against him in pointless arguments, regardless of whether it be with friends, family or a random stranger in a dingy pub. He's ashamed of who he's become, but he never says it out loud. He hides things, things like his shame, his pain, and the fact that he's helplessly in love with his bestfriend, Phil Lester.

you know me too well (ao3) - shaylawrites (thominwtt)

Summary: “It’s almost like I don’t even need to ask anymore,” Phil mumbles shyly.

you only know you love him when you let him go (ao3) - alukaynium

Summary: Dan was sitting on his beanbag chair and nodding along to Phil’s story, tossing a ball into the air as he stared at his best friend.

While Phil continued describing how pretty Amanda looked and how amazing the movie was, Dan was focused on Phil himself. He let his eyes roam over Phil’s face, catching on shiny irises and sharp cheekbones and pink lips, and thinking of how much he’d love to feel those lips against his own.

And suddenly, everything made sense to Dan.

He froze, the ball falling on his head as his chest filled with terror. Phil continued with his story, delightfully oblivious to the panic attack Dan was two seconds away from having. He was attracted to his best friend, and big time, too, but Phil now had a girlfriend, and one he’d been wanting for over two years.

Well, fuck.

#phanfictioncatalogue #phanfiction #phanfic #phan #masterlists #oblivious #oblivious masterlist #oblivious!dan #oblivious!phil

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goldenpinof · 2 years ago

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in the past Dan has made comments even recently like he wishes he and Tyler or Connor collabs were collaborating in a different way. Do you think he’s just joking in your opinion? Can’t lie things like that would make me double think years back, like wait are they together or not why would he make those comments in front of Phil but I think it’s just part of his dry sarcastic humor but also… I just don’t think him and Phil care? They’re obviously 4000 yr old tortoises and so stable in their relationship they don’t strike me as the jealous type and probably even find each other saying stuff like that funny. or not idk them obvs

"They’re obviously 4000 yr old tortoises and so stable in their relationship" read this again.

#oh there's some jealousy esp on dan's side #playful one at least #but overall. that's fine?!? they are secure enough to talk about being attracted to other people #that's what healthy relationship is about #answered #dan and phil

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juliathejoke · 4 years ago

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Protecting

𝗦𝘄𝗲𝗲𝘁 𝗣𝗲𝗮 𝘅 𝗥𝗲𝗮𝗱𝗲𝗿

-Image Reggie flirts with you and wanna go out with you and Sweet Pea your boyfriend gets super jealous.

-have fun ❤️

-Request are on

-not my gif

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You and Sweet Pea had been together for 3 months. Incidentally, note the 3 best months of your life. Sweet Pea has bewitched you from day one and every time you see him in the corridor of Riverdale High your heart jumps 2 more.

Monday was the worst day of the week today. They crawled out of bed and got ready for school. Like almost every day, Sweet Pea picked her up from school on his motorcycle. When they went out they saw him standing there leaning against his bike. She smiled at him and walks over to him to squeeze in tight. He returned your hug but then pulled you away from him to press a kiss on your lips. She smiled and looked into his brown eyes, a little later they got on the bike and drove off.

In school they haven't talked about her for a long time. At first you and Pea were number one conversations, but now people had other gossip again. They kissed Pea on the cheek and went to Dan's class. Biology wasn't your favorite subject now. "Dear students, please sit down, today we will take a closer look at the organs of a frog". And that's exactly what they meant when they said biology was disgusting and stupid. I sat you on an open table and waited for someone to sit down with you. How much you wanted Sweet Pea to have biology with you and to sit down with you. But instead of Pea, Reggie Mantel sat down with you. You looked at him briefly and startled at him. "Hey, ready to examine a frog?" he said with a wry smile on his face.

I looked around for a moment and saw Mr. Coner, our biology teacher, who were handing out frogs. I looked at Reggie again and said "Well, to be honest, not really" You were amazed why Reggie sat down with you. You were very popular at school, but you had almost nothing to do with Reggie. Mr Conner came to your table and laid the dead frog on the table top. You swallowed briefly and then looked at Reggie. "Well done something nice," you said with a smile on your face. He grinned at you and said "No, not really Y / n, but I'm sure we can do it". We how weird that sounded. I nodded to Reg and looked at the frog.

After some small talk with Reggie and Organs of Fresh, the hour was over. Me and Reggie went out together and he was still talking to me."Hey y / n that bad we weren't at all, we're a good team" you smile at him and walked over to your spider, but he still followed you. "So if you feel like something to eat or something Dan wrote to me," said Reggie suddenly while he declined with one of the spiders. At first they looked a little unsure of Dan but just wanted to say something when a rough voice behind Reggie already gave an answer.

"No, she doesn't want Reggie because she has a boyfriend," said the voice. You tilted your head slightly to one side and saw Sweet Pea standing next to Reggie. Reggie laughed lightly "can't she tell me this herself or are you her butler or little gaping dog". You saw Sweets clench his fists and strike a blow. And hit the middle of Reggie's face. He shone slightly back and forth and was a little shocked by Sweet Pea's reaction. Just like you. "Bro what's wrong with you dude" said Reggie angrily but then turned around and left.

Now you just looked at Pea who was just standing there. "You shouldn't have hit him right away, I can take good care of myself Pea," you said with Unfortunately I agree. Pea looked puzzled. "I'm sorry but my anger was too big babe" you looked up briefly and then gave him a kiss on the cheek. He raised his head and smiled.

"I love you and I will always protect you y / n" Pea said as He took your hand. You smile at him and say "I know I love you too Pea".

#sweet pea #riverdale #netflix #fanfic #serpent #southside serpents #riverdale fangs #sweet pea x reader

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theanonymousb · 4 years ago

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My 20 Best Korean Drama

1. Hi Bye Mama

Genre: Fantasy, Drama

Plot:

Cha Yu-Ri (Kim Tae Hee) has been a ghost since she died 5 years ago. She left behind her husband Jo Kang-Hwa and their child. To become a human again, Cha Yu-Ri carries out a reincarnation project for 49 days.

Meanwhile, Jo Kang-Hwa (Lee Kyu-Hyung) works as a chest surgeon. He was loving, but, after his wife died, his personality changed. After 5 years, his wife Cha Yu-Ri reappears in front of him.

2. It’s Okay to Not be Okay

Genre: Romance, Drama

Plot:

A story about a man employed in a psychiatric ward and a woman, with an antisocial personality disorder, who is a popular writer of children’s books.

Moon Kang-Tae (Kim Soo-Hyun) works in a psychiatric ward. His job is to write down the patients’ conditions and deal with unexpected situations, like if patients fight or they run away. He only earns about 1.8 million won ($1,600 USD) a month. The woman (Seo Yea-Ji) is a popular writer of children’s literature, but she is extremely selfish, arrogant and rude.

3. Angel’s last Mission

Genre: Romance, Fantasy

Plot:

Kim Dan (Kim Myung-Soo) is an angel. He is also a troublemaker and also optimist. Lee Yeon-Seo (Shin Hye-Sun) is a ballerina who does not believe in lve.

Dan then receives a mission. If he succeeds, he can return to Heaven. His mission is to find true love for Yeon-Seo, but soon falls in love with her.

4. Prison Playbook

Genre: Black Comedy

Plot:

Je-Hyeok (Park Hae-Soo) is the best relief pitcher in Korea. He will to the U.S and sign a contract with a major league. One night, he hears his sister screaming and sees a man running out of her apartment. Je-hyeok and the man get into a physical struggle with Je-Hyeok striking the man with a rock. Later, Je-Hyeok receives a 1 year prison sentence for using excessive force. Devastated, Je-Hyeok must adapt to life in prison.

Meanwhile, Joon-Ho (Jung Kyoung-Ho) is a friend of Je-Hyeok and works in the prisonas an officer. He waits for Je-Hyeok’s arrival.

5. Chicago Typewriter

Genre: Romance, Fantasy, Friendship

Plot:

This drama follows the lives of two men and a woman through two eras; one during the 1930s Japanese occupation of Korea and the other in the 21st century. Han Se-Joo (Yoo Ah-In) who was a writer in his past life and a bestselling author in the present. But Se-Joo is depressed with writer’s block so he can’t write his next book.

Yu Jin-Oh (Go Kyung-Pyo) owned a bar in his previous life. In 2017 he is a talented ghostwriter who can bail Se-Joo out of his predicament, but the mysterious man has a condition for his services. Se-Joo may not be able to meet it.

Jun Seol (Im Soo Jung) was a sniper. Now she has extremely variety expertise. She is a former Olympian hopeful, a veterinarian and a book lover who runs her own delivery service. She oscillates between extreme fandom and an anti-fan of Se Joo.

The intricately woven story of these three characters unfolds to reveal strange mirroring connections between the time periods as well as possibilities for past lives to be redeemed or improves in the modern world.

6. Uncontrollably Fond

Genre: Romance, Melodrama

Plot:

Sin Joon-Young (Kim Woo-Bin) and No Eul (Bae Suzy) were in love in ther younger days. But uncontrollable circumstances separated them and they went their separate ways. Joon-Young is now a superstar actor and singer, while No Eul became a producer-director of documentaries. When their path cross again years later. Joon-Young discovers that No Eul is now very different person than he remembered – materialisticand willing to do anything to get ahead.

7. Penthouse: War In Life

Genre: Suspense, Life, Drama, Family, Mature

Plot:

The residents of Hera Palace, a luxury penthouse apartment with 100 floors, have many secrets and hidden ambitions. Sim Su-Ryeon (Lee Ji-Ah), who was born into wealth, is the queen of the penthouse apartment. Cheon Seo-Jin (Kim So-Yeon), the prima donna of the residence, does all she can to give everything to her daughter. Oh Yoon-Hee (Eugene) comes from a poor family background, but she strives to enter high society by becoming the queen of the penthouse, the pinnacle success in her eyes. A battle for wealth, power, and prestige at Seoul’s most coveted penthouse begins.

8. Crash Landing On You

Genre: Romance, Comedy, Military, Political

Plot:

Yoon Se-Ri (Son Ye-Ji) is an heiress to a conglomerate in South Korea. One day, while paragliding, an accident caused by strong winds leads Yoon Se-Ri to make an emergency landing in North Korea. There, she meets Ri Jeong-Hyeok (Hyun-Bin), who is a North Korean army officer. He tries to protect her and hide her. Soon, Ri Jeong-Hyeok falls in love with Yoon Se-RI.

9. Itaewon Class

Genre: Romance, Business, Friendship, Life

Plot:

On the first day of attending his new high school, Park Sae-Ro-Yi (Park Seo-Joon) punches his classmate Jang Geun-Won, who was bullying another classmate. The bully is the son of CEO Jang Dae-Hee (Yoo Jae-Myung). The bully's father runs restaurant business Jagga where Park Sae-Ro-Yi’s own father works. CEO Jang Dae-Hee demands to Park Sae-Ro-Yi that he apologizes to his son, but Park Sae-Ro-Yi refuses. Because of his refusal, Park Sae-Ro-Yi gets expelled from school and his father gets fired from his job. Soon, an accident takes place. Park Sae-Ro-Yi’s father dies in a motorcycle accident caused by his ex-classmate Jang Geun-Won. Burning with anger, Park Sae-Ro-Yi viciously beats Jang Geun-Won. He is soon arrested and receives prison time for the violent assault. Park Sae-Ro-Yi decides to destroy the Jagga company and take revenge upon CEO Jang Dae-Hee and his son Jang Geun-Won. Once Park Sae-Ro-Yi is released from prison, he opens a restaurant in Itaewon, Seoul. Jo Yi-Seo (Kim Da-Mi), who is popular on social media, joins Park Sae-Ro-Yi’s restaurant and works there as a manger. She has feelings for Park Sae-Ro-Yi.

10. Hotel De Luna

Genre: Romance, Comedy, Horror, Fantasy

Plot:

Jang Man-Wol (IU) is the CEO of Hotel del Luna. The hotel is situated in downtown in Seoul and has a very old appearance. She made a big error many years ago and, because of this, she has been stuck at Hotel del Luna. She is beautiful, but she is fickle, suspicious and greedy.

Koo Chan-Sung (Yeo Jin-Goo) worked as the youngest assistant manager ever at a multinational hotel corporation. He is a sincere perfectionist. He looks level-headed, but he actually has a soft disposition. Due to an unexpected case, he begins to work as a manager at Hotel del Luna. The hotel's clientele consists of ghosts.

11. Do Do Sol Sol La La Sol

Genre: Romance, Comedy

Plot:

Goo Ra-Ra (Go Ara) is a pianist. She has bright personality. Something happened that caused her to become bankrupt. She doesn't have anything now and she is frustrated with her situation.

Sunwoo Joon (Lee Jae-Wook) doesn't care what other people think about him, but he has a warm heart. He is free spirited and doesn't have a specific dream or goal for his life. He makes ends meet by working part-time jobs.

Goo Ra-Ra and Sunwoo Joon meet at the small private piano academy LaLa Land in a country village.

12. 18 Again

Genre: Romance, Comedy, Youth, Drama, Fantasy

Plot:

Tells the story of a husband named Hong Dae Young (Lee Do-Hyun) who is on the verge of divorce but finds himself back in his body when he was at the prime of his life 18 years ago. He ends up changing his name to Go Woo Young when he becomes 18- years-old again. Meanwhile, his wife Jung Da Jung(Kim Ha-Neul) joins the workforce as an anchorwoman later on in life after raising their 18-year-old twins.

13. Goblin: The Lonely and Great God

Genre: Comedy, Romance, Fantasy

Plot:

In ancient times, Kim Shin (Gong Yoo) is an unbeatable general in wars, but the young King (Kim Min-Jae) is jealous of Kim Shin and kills him. Kim Shin becomes Dokkaebi (Goblin), possessing an immortal life. At first he thinks that he is blessed, but he realizes that he is cursed.

Closer to the present day, Kim Shin has waited 900 years for a human bride to end his immortal life. One night, he saves a dying pregnant woman (Park Hee-Von) who is destined to die. Meanwhile, the Grim Reaper (Lee Dong-Wook) is unable to find the dead pregnant woman. The woman gives birth to a baby girl named Ji Eun-Tak (later played by Kim Go-Eun). 9 years later, Ji Eun-Tak lives with her mother and is able to see ghosts. One night, her mother suddenly dies. On that night, she meets the Grim Reaper.

In the present day, Ji Eun-Tak is a high school student. She still sees ghosts and hears their whisper of “Dokkaebi’s bride.” She now lives with her aunt’s family, but she is mistreated by them. On her birthday, Ji Eun-Tak sits by the sea with a lighted birthday cake. At that time, Kim Shin suddenly appears in front of her. Kim Shin does not know why, but he can hear her voice and appears in front of her against his will. Coincidentally, Kim Shin lives with the Grim Reaper at the same house.

Now, Kim Shin appears in front of her against his will, whenever she turns off the lights. One day, Ji Eun-Tak tells him that he is Dokkaebi and she is his bride.

14. It’s Okay That’s Love

Genre: Friendship, Psychological, Comedy, Romance, Drama

Plot:

Jang Jae-Yeol (Jo In-Sung) is a mystery writer and radio DJ. He suffers from a obsession. Ji Hae-Soo (Gong Hyo-Jin) is going through her first year fellowship in psychiatry at a University Hospital. She chose psychiatry because she doesn't want to perform surgeries. After she meets Jang Jae-Yeol, her life goes through big changes.

15. Let’s Fight Ghost

Genre: Romance, Comedy, Fantasy, Action, Horror

Plot:

Hyun-Ji (Kim So-Hyun) studied for most her life before she died at the age of 19. She is now a ghost and has wandered around the world for several years. Hyun-Ji then meets exorcist Park Bong-Pal (TaecYeon). Hyun-Ji and Bong-Pal listens to various stories from ghosts and sends them to the otherworld.

16. Hospital Playlist

Genre: Friendship, Comedy, Romance, Life, Medical

Plot:

A drama depicting the stories of people going through their days that are seemingly ordinary but actually special, at the hospital, a place known as the microcosm of life - where someone is being born and someone's life meets their ending. The five doctors are longtime friends of 20 years who started their undergrad in 1999 in the same medical school, and now they are colleagues in the same hospital. The drama will also deal with a story of a band formed by the group of doctors.

17. Fated to Loved You

Genre: Business, Comedy, Romance,

Plot:

This drama is the story of an ordinary girl, Mi Yeong, (Jang Na-Ra)who has neither outstanding looks, a prestigious college degree, nor any other charming qualities, facing her whole life abruptly changing when love comes knocking at her door. While on vacation, she accidentally happens to spend one night with Lee Gun (Jang Hyuk) and even gets pregnant from that night. Because of this incident, her life will never be the same, and this fateful encounter brings love that transforms this not-so-special girl to an attractive, charming lady.

18. Go Back Couple

Genre: Comedy, Romance, Life, Fantasy

Plot:

Choi Ban-Do (Son Ho-Jun) and Ma Jin-Joo (Jang Na-Ra) are both 38-years-old and a married couple. Choi Ban-Do has been burdened with being the breadwinner and Ma Jin-Joo is a housewife with low self-esteem. Even though they loved each other when they married, they now hate each other. They both regret marrying at such a young age. The couple travel through time and find themselves as 20-year-old university students, when they met for the first time.

19. To The Beautiful You

Genre: School, Teen, Romantic, Comedy, Sports

Plot:

Kang Tae-Joon (Minho) is a gold medalist in the high jump, but he has been mired in a slump due to an injury. In order to help her idol, a girl named Koo Jae-Hee (Sulli) disguises herself as a boy and enrolls at the same all male high school.When Tae-Joon (Minho) is competiting at the World Junior Competition, Jae-Hee (Sulli) watches him on TV in America and becomes very touched.

Despite her friends telling her otherwise, Jae-Hee cuts her long hair by herself. She then flies to South Korea, with a plan to stay with Tae-Joon who is now injured. Jae-Hee disguises herself as a boy and enrolls at the all boys Genie Physical Education High School. On her first day at school, Jae-Hee goes up the stairs with her suitcase, but her suitcase bursts open and all her clothes fall out. A boy comes by and helps her pick up her stuff. Jae-Hee realizes that the boy helping her is none other than her idol Tae-Joon. In her excitement, Jae-Hee sits on her suitcase, which proceeds to slide down the stairs.

20. When the Camellia Blooms

Genre: Triller, Comedy, Romance, Family

Plot:

Dong-Baek (Kong Hyo-Jin) is a single mother living in the small town of Ongsan. She runs the bar-restaurant Camellia, while also taking care of her son Pil-Gu (Kim Kang-Hoon). The people of Ongsan frequently gossip about Dong-Baek. She grew up as an orphan, is a single mother and runs a bar where many of the men in Ongsan frequent. Regardless of what the locals may whisper about Dong-Baek, local police officer Hwang Yong-Sik (Kang Ha-Neul) is deeply in love with her. Meanwhile, Dong-Baek's ex-boyfriend Kang Jong-Ryeol (Kim Ji-Suk) suddenly reappears in her life. He is a famous baseball player, that hid their relationship when they dated. While Dong-Baek tries to find happiness, something truly sinister lurks in the background. A serial killer roams Ongsan and Dong-Baek may be a target.

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revolutionary-demosthenes · 5 years ago

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Louis de Manoël de Végobre (Pt. 2/2)

So, now that I’ve written about De Végobre’s life in general, on to the second part... which I know I should’ve posted like a week ago. (Sorry!)

And as a prelude, let me just say that since there is so little on De Végobre, it is hard to talk definitively about really anything in his life. This post is going by the information that I have at the moment.

So, was De Végobre likely romantically and/or sexually attracted to men? If so, who was he in a relationship with?

As mentioned before, De Végobre, Kinloch, and Laurens were very close while they all lived in Geneva. Even Gregory Massey, when examining their bond, points out that this was “the beginning of a pattern: he [John Laurens] continually centered his life around homosocial attachments to other men.”*(John Laurens and the American Revolution by Gregory Massey, page 40.)

(I wouldn't agree on the “homosocial” part.)

Francis Kinloch and John Laurens were pretty likely in a relationship for at least some of their time in Geneva, but the question is, how did De Végobre fit into that?

The way De Végobre writes to Laurens after he hasn’t written for a little while also definitely points to a very strong friendship at least. Not writing for long periods of time was not unusual for John, the unusual thing here is how much Kinloch and De Végobre minded his casual attitude towards correspondence. This could also be indicative of a stronger relationship between them.

As an interesting comparison, Alexander Hamilton wrote this to Laurens on September 11th, 1779:

“I acknowlege but one letter from you, since you left us, of the 14th of July which just arrived in time to appease a violent conflict between my friendship and my pride. I have written you five or six letters since you left Philadelphia and I should have written you more had you made proper return. But like a jealous lover, when I thought you slighted my caresses, my affection was alarmed and my vanity piqued. I had almost resolved to lavish no more of them upon you and to reject you as an inconstant and an ungrateful [blank space].”

This is Hamilton after Laurens hasn’t responded to “five or six” letters.

This is Végobre after Laurens hasn’t written back to one letter (I’ve quoted this in the pt. 1):

“When I have wrote [&] sent an epistle, I am always imagining the history of it; I long to see it [illegible], arriving, read, and answered; I Keep in my memory its date, I calculate the time of its arrival, and I impatiently expect the time of receiving an answer. This longed for answer arrives at length; then I am contented, and beginning another letter I prepare myself for enjoying still such a pleasure. But—if no answer… What must I think? I am concerned, sometimes a little angry. How does my friend do? Is he sick, absent, or idle in answering? Suspense is a hard thing.

I have wrote to you on the 24th of December, you have not yet answered. If you are guilty of negligence, pray do not aggravate your fault by a longer delay. Fault, I say; indeed I think it to be a fault to let pass over a great time without answering the letter of one who deserved answer. There is the end of my chiding, and I hope my thanks will soon began: I mean, that my second stroke shall get me an answer. Indeed, I would be sorry if your continued silence would hinder me from setting pen to paper a third letter.”

“How angry they get when you don’t respond to letters” is not by any means a foolproof way to measure attachment, but the similarities between the responses are interesting. Hamilton’s is more teasing, but the basic message remains “Please write to me. I’ve written to you, but I’ll stop if you don’t write enough.”

Some more concrete examples of strong affection between De Végobre and Laurens can be found in other letters from De Végobre to Laurens, such as one written the 24th of December, 1774. In this letter, De Végobre again drops some very blatant hints to please, please write, and closes it with this:

“Adieu, I dont know if in this language I have been able to express my heart’s true sentiments; you shall see in this letter my knowledge in your tongue; you will laugh at my mistakes in grammar, but not at my sentiments.”

There are two someone’s De Végobre’s “sentiments” could be referring to. One is John Laurens, but the other is Francis Kinloch. In this same letter to Laurens, we find our first evidence that Kinloch and De Végobre could have been lovers. De Végobre writes in the above letter,

“...never, never in my life I have been so well entertained as when I read Milton; and why? First, for Poet’s Excellency, and secondly and chiefly because I read it with Kinloch. My beloved, my dearest friend is Kinloch; how happy am I, when I teach him some part of natural Philosophy, when I read with him both English and French Poets, when I talk with him about various matters plainly and heartily as with a friend! Let me say again, Kinloch is my beloved, my dearest friend.”

Well. This kind of speaks for itself. De Végobre certainly uses some very affectionate wordings here, and calls Kinloch his “beloved” and “dearest friend” twice in two sentences.

I do take note of Végobre saying “as with a friend,” as opposed to “with my friend” or something along those lines. The way Végobre phrases it could suggest that Kinloch is something other than a friend, though Végobre also calls Kinloch his “dearest friend” a couple times. Just... something to notice.

The best way to get more information on the nature of Végobre and Kinloch’s relationship would be letters between the two, but unfortunately if such letters do exist, they aren't available to the public. However, Kinloch does mention De Végobre in a letter way later, in 1804. This letter was to none other than Johannes von Müller.

As you may know, Kinloch came back to Geneva with his family in 1804, and Müller actually might have stayed with him and his wife (after she had a baby and the midwife moved out.) Anyway, in this letter, (which thankfully is in English,) Kinloch is musing about remembering his earlier times in Geneva, and he says, “...De Vegobre I have not seen.”

So what? Well, this casual reference implies that Müller at least knew of, if not knew Végobre, especially as for most others mentioned in this letter Kinloch explains their connection to him. And there’s more-- Charles Victor de Bonstetten, Müller’s lover, also mentioned De Végobre in passing in a letter. This adds to the evidence of De Végobre being at least a little a part of this pretty-openly-gay-for-the-time-period group of people.

In La France protestante: ou, Vies des protestants français qui se sont fait un nom dans l'histoire depuis les premiers temps de la réformation jusqu'à la reconnaissance du principe de la liberté des cultes par l'Assemblée nationale; ouvrage précéde d'une notice historique sur le protestantisme en France, suivi de pièces justificatives, et rédigé sur des documents en grand partie inédits, Volumes 7-8 by Eugene and Emile Haag, it says, “He also spent some time at the castle of Coppet with M[adame] de Staël, who more than once used his vast education and his extraordinary memory.” Here’s the thing-- Madame de Stäel and Coppet are also mentioned a lot in the book, Briefkorrespondenzen Karl Viktor von Bonstettens und seines Kreises, which is essentially what it sounds like; a ton of Bonstetten, Müller, Kinloch, Frederike Brun, etc’s correspondence. From what I can figure (the book’s mostly in German) Müller and possibly some others were at Coppet in 1804. The frustrating thing about the quote about De Végobre and de Stäel is that there’s no dates as to when he stayed with her, only that it was between 1789 and 1814. It may have been in 1807, but whether he was there before then I don’t know. But at the very least, De Végobre had some close mutual friends with Müller and Bonstetten.

As I mentioned before, De Végobre never married. De Végobre seems to have been a friendly and affectionate individual, and he lived a long time. And it was also rarer to not marry back then. Why, then, would he never marry? The reason that strikes me as most likely when put with other evidence is that he was attracted to men.

#Louis Manoel de vegobre #Johannes von müller #Charles Victor de Bonstetten #Francis Kinloch #John Laurens #letters #quotes #18th century #19th century #louis de manoël de végobre #madame de stäel #Geneva good times #essay #essay 12 #hahaha im never gonna get 39 more done in month #probably

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bookofjin · 5 years ago

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How did Liu Kun lose Bingzhou? From what I know, his Chief Clerk basically handed over the province to Shi Le but surely it's more complicated than that, right?

Long rambling answer below

Let's start with the relevant relevant entries in the Annals of Emperor Min, JS005:

4th Year [of Jianxing], Spring, 3rd Month [9 April – 7 May 316], the King of Dai, Yilu, passed away. His multitudes reverted to Liu Kun.

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[11th Month, Chang'an falls to Liu Yao.]

Shi Le besieged Leping. The Minister of Works, Liu Kun, dispatched troops to aid them, they were defeated by Le. The Grand Warden of Leping, Han Ju, set out and ran. The Senior Clerk to the Minister of Works, Li Hong, used Bing province to rebelliously surrender to Le.

12th Month, jiashen, New Moon [31 December?], the sun was eclipsed.

On jiwei [4 January], Liu Kun ran to Ji, to depend on Duan Pidi.

四年春三月，代王猗盧薨，其眾歸于劉琨。

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石勒圍樂平，司空劉琨遣兵援之，為勒所敗，樂平太守韓據出奔。司空長史李弘以并州叛降于勒。十二月甲申朔，日有蝕之。己未，劉琨奔薊，依段匹磾。

NB: There is a dating problem here. 4th Year of Jianxing, 12th Month, New Moon (31 December 316) was a yimao day. It was the next month, 5th Year, 1st Month, New Moon (29 January 317) which was a jiashen day. So it is possible some events have been jumbled around. However according to NASA, there was indeed a solar eclipse on 31 December 316 AD. Sima Guang points out that the list of eclipses in the Songshu treatise writes “yimao, New Moon”. So the simplest solution seems to be that the entries are located at their correct places in the annals, and it is just the name of the day when the solar eclipse took place which is wrong. Maybe someone had a list of eclipsed without the 60 day cycle names, and computed it wrong?

Moving on to Liu Kun's biography in JS062:

3rd Year [of Jianxing 315 AD], the Emperor dispatched the Combined Grand Herald Zhao Lian, Holding the Tally, to designate Kun as Minister of Works and Commander-in-Chief of the Various Army Affairs of Bing, Ji, and You Provinces. Kun sent up a petition to yield Minister of Works, accepted Commander-in-Chief, and set a date with [Touba] Yilu when they would chastise Liu Cong.

Soon after Yilu father and son plotted against each other, and Lu and his older brother's son Gen both died of illness. Their section groups scattered in four directions. Kun's son Zun had previously been a hostage with Lu, the multitudes all adhered to him. Reaching this point, Zun, together with Ji Dan and others, led Lu's multitudes, 30 000 people, and 100 000 horses, cattle, and sheep, and wholly came to revert to Kun. Kun because of that was roused again, and led several hundred cavalry from Pingcheng to console and admit them.

Just then Shi Le attacked Leping. The Grand Warden, Han Ju, requested aid from Kun, and Kun himself, since the multitude soldiers were newly united, wished to rely on their sharpness and so overawe Le. Ji Dan remonstrated, saying:

These, though people of Jin, for a long time have been in the wild borderlands. They are not familiar with grace and trust, and will be difficult hence to rule and manage. Now [if we] on the inside gather the Xianbei's remaining grain, and on the outside seize and destroy the Hu's cattle and sheep, and moreover close the passes and defend the defiles, apply ourselves to agriculture and rest the soldiers, and when we have accustomed and reformed them to feel righteousness, and after that employ them, then merit can be established.

Kun did not follow, and fully issued out his multitudes. He instructed Dan to lead 20 000 infantry and cavalry as the vanguard, Kun himself was the rear support.

Le had earlier occupied the defiles and strategic points, he set up an ambush from where to strike Dan, and greatly defeated him. As one the army were all lost, and combined with that earth shook in fear. Soon after there was again blazing drought, Kun's destitution was pressing and he was not able again to defend [himself].

The Inspector of You province, Duan Pidi of the Xianbei, several times dispatched words to appeal to Kun, wishing that they together would encourage the royal house. Kun because of that led the multitudes to go to him, he followed the Feihu [Pass] to enter Ji. Pidi saw him, and to great extent honoured and esteemed [him]. He and Kun joined in marriage, and pledged to be brothers.

三年，帝遣兼大鴻臚趙廉持節拜琨為司空、都督并冀幽三州諸軍事。琨上表��司空，受都督，剋期與猗盧討劉聰。尋猗盧父子相圖，盧及兄子根皆病死，部落四散。琨子遵先質於盧，眾皆附之。及是，遵與箕澹等帥盧眾三萬人，馬牛羊十萬，悉來歸琨，琨由是復振，率數百騎自平城撫納之。屬石勒攻樂平，太守韓據請救於琨，而琨自以士眾新合，欲因其銳以威勒。箕澹諫曰：「此雖晉人，久在荒裔，未習恩信，難以法御。今內收鮮卑之餘穀，外抄殘胡之牛羊，且閉關守險，務農息士，既服化感義，然後用之，則功可立也。」琨不從，悉發其眾，命澹領步騎二萬為前驅，琨自為後繼。勒先據險要，設伏以擊澹，大敗之，一軍皆沒，并土震駭。尋又炎旱，琨窮蹙不能復守。幽州刺史鮮卑段匹磾數遣信要琨，欲與同獎王室。琨由是率眾赴之，從飛狐入薊。匹磾見之，甚相崇重，與琨結婚，約為兄弟。

Here there is no mention of Li Hong. Instead the deteriorating situation in general forces Liu Kun to abandon his own territory, and go to Duan Pidi with whatever followers he still had.

Wei Xiong and Ji Dan have a joint biography in WS23 appended to that of Wei Cao. Note that in JS61 Ji Dan's name is written 箕澹 while in WS23 it is written 姬澹. 箕 and 姬 were homophones also in Middle Chinese. “Emperor Huan” refers to Touba Yituo, and “Emperor Mu” to Touba Yilu. Liuxiu was Yilu's son, who rebelled against him in 316.

[Wei ]Xiong, courtesy name Shiyuan, and [Ji] Dan, courtesy name Shiya, were both brave, strong and had many plans and designs. In the era of Jin they were provincial Assistant Officers. When they had entered the state together with Wei Cao, Emperor Huan [due to their] vigour and their bodily strength, used both as generals. They often accompanied conquests and attacks, and greatly displayed their power and fame.

At Emperor Huan's hurrying to the difficulties, he petitioned Jin to classify their merits and deeds. Both were designated Generals. Xiong continuously had merit in battle, and bit by bit moved to General of the Left and Marquis of Yunzhong. Dan likewise, due to his brave achievements, displayed his fame. At the end of Emperor Huan, he had reached General of True Righteousness and Marquis of Loufan. At the beginning of Emperor Mu, both were entrusted and relied on. After Wei Cao passed on, they together became Assistant Assessors of Left and Right.

At the treason of Liuxiu, within the state there was great chaos, new and guessed and suspected, and frequently executed and slaughtered each other. Xiong and Dan both had the adherence of the crowd's feelings, and planned and wished to return home south. They talked to the multitudes, saying:

[I] have heard the various old people are jealous of the new people's courage in battle, and wish thoroughly kill them. [If] we do not soon have a plan, [I] fear [we] will have no offspring.

The people of Jin and the Wuhuan were frightened and afraid, all said:

Dead or alive [we will] follow the two Generals.

Hence Xiong, Dan, and Liu Kun's hostage son Zun led the Wuhuan and people of Jin, a multitude of several ten thousand, and rebelled. Kun heard about it and was greatly pleased. He led several hundred cavalry to swiftly go to Pingcheng, and console and admit them.

It happened that Shi Le attacked Kun's Leping. The Grand Warden, Han Ju, requested aid from Kun. Kun, since he had obtained Xiong and Dan's multitudes, wished rely on their sharpness so as to wipe out Shi Le. Xiong and Dan remonstrated, saying:

The chaotic population is starved and exhausted, and cannot conveniently be employed. [We] ought to stop and rest, look for faults, and then act.

Kun did not follow. He sent Xiong and Dan to lead the multitudes and chastise Le. Kun stationed at Guangmu to make sounds of supporting them. Le led light cavalry and fought with Xiong and Dan. Dan was greatly defeated, he led more than 1 000 cavalry and ran to Dai commandery. Le dispatched Kong Chang to pursue and wipe him out.

雄字世遠，澹字世雅，並勇健多計畫，晉世州從事。既與衛操俱入國，桓帝壯其膂力，並以為將，常隨征伐，大著威名。桓帝之赴難也，表晉列其勛效，皆拜將軍。雄連有戰功，稍遷至左將軍、雲中侯。澹亦以勇績著名，桓帝末，至信義將軍、樓煩侯。穆帝初，並見委任。衛操卒後，俱為左右輔相。

六修之逆，國內大亂，新舊猜嫌，迭相誅戮。雄、澹並為群情所附，謀欲南歸，言於眾曰：「聞諸舊人忌新人悍戰，欲盡殺之，吾等不早為計，恐無種矣。」晉人及烏丸驚懼，皆曰：「死生隨二將軍。」於是雄、澹與劉琨任子遵率烏丸、晉人數萬眾而叛。琨聞之大悅，率數百騎馳如平城撫納之。會石勒攻琨樂平，太守韓據請救於琨。琨以得雄、澹之眾，欲因其銳，以滅石勒。雄、澹諫曰：「亂民饑疲，未可便用，宜休息觀釁而動。」琨不從，使雄、澹率眾討勒，琨屯廣牧為之聲援。勒率輕騎與雄、澹戰，澹大敗，率騎千餘，奔於代郡。勒遣孔萇追滅之。

We can see that there is considerable overlap between the “Ji Dan section” of Liu Kun's biography and this text, to the point of often sharing the same wording. Clearly they share the same source.

Moving back to JS, in the Yearly Annals of Shi Le, JS104, we find the following:

[Shi] Le attacked the Grand Warden of Leping, Han Ju, at Zhancheng. Liu Kun dispatched General Ji Dan to lead a multitude of more than 100 000 to chastise Le. Kun stayed at Guangmu to make sounds of support for Dan. Le wanted to resist them, someone remonstrated to him, saying:

Dan's troops and horses are spirited and abundant, their spear-points are possible to dislodge. [We] ought to [make] deep ditches and tall ramparts so as to grind down their sharpness, attack and defend as circumstances differ, [we will] surely acquire perfect security.

Le said:

Dan's great multitude have come a great distance, their bodies are tired and their strength exhausted. A gathering of dogs, sheep, and crows, their titles and orders are not uniform. [When we] can fight a single battle and seize them, what is strong about them! The robbers have arrived isolated, how can we let go and depart! A great army's single movement, how easy is it to turn around in the middle! Suppose Dan exploits my withdrawal, [and we] look back [for him] then without leisure, how would we get to obtain deep ditches and tall ramparts! This is the way of not fighting and then wiping out and destroying myself.

He immediately beheaded the one who remonstrated. He used Kong Chang as Chief Controller of the Vanguard, and ordered those among the Three Armies who set out late beheaded. He put deceptive troops up on mountain[s], and divided them into two ambushes. Le and the light cavalry fought with Dan, he pretended to gather the multitudes to then go north. Dan let loose the troops to pursue them, Le's ambushers issued out to the front and rear to strike from both sides, and Dan's army was greatly defeated. They captured ten thousand armoured horsees. Dan ran to Dai commandery, Ju ran to Liu Kun.

Kun's Senior Clerk, Li Hong, used Bing province to surrender to Le. Le thereupon ran to Duan Pidi. Le moved the households of Yangqu and Leping to Xiangguo, set up wardens and stewards, and then withdrew. Kong Chang pursued Ji Dan to Sanggan. Le dispatched the Combined Senior Clerk of the Left, Zhang Fu, to present the victory to Liu Cong.

…

Kong Chang attacked Dai commandery, Dan died there.

勒攻樂平太守韓據於坫城，劉琨遣將軍姬澹率眾十餘萬討勒，琨次廣牧，為澹聲援。勒將距之，或諫之曰：「澹兵馬精盛，其鋒不可發，宜深溝高壘以挫其銳，攻守勢異，必獲萬全。」勒曰：「澹大眾遠來，體疲力竭，犬羊烏合，號令不齊，可一戰而擒之，何強之有！寇已垂至，胡可捨去，大軍一動，豈易中還！若澹乘我之退，顧乃無暇，焉得深溝高壘乎！此為不戰而自滅亡之道。」立斬諫者。以孔萇為前鋒都督，令三軍後出者斬。設疑兵于山上，分為二伏。勒輕騎與澹戰，偽收眾而北。澹縱兵追之，勒前後伏發，夾擊，澹軍大敗，獲鎧馬萬匹，澹奔代郡，據奔劉琨。琨長史李弘以并州降于勒，琨遂奔于段匹磾。勒遷陽曲、樂平戶于襄國，置守宰而退。孔萇追姬澹於桑干。勒遣兼左長史張敷獻捷於劉聰。

…

孔萇攻代郡，澹死之。

So here we get the same events presented from Shi Le's point of view. There some similarities in wording between this and WS023. The main source of JS104 is almost certainly Cui Hong's now lost Spring and Autumn of the Sixteen States 十六國春秋 (SLGCQ), WS also most likely relied on the SLGCQ for its chapters on the Sixteen States.

The Taiping Yulan quotes extensively from the SLGCQ, and its sections on Sixteen States rulers is essentially an extended summary of Cui Hong's book. In TPYL120 we read the following:

Cui Hong's Spring and Autumn of Sixteen States, Chronicle of Later Zhao, says:

…

Former Zhao's 1st Year of Linjia [316 AD], Liu Kin dispatched Ji Dan to come and chastise. Le fought with him, and Dan's army was greatly defeated. Kun's Senior Clerk Li Hong used Bing province to come and surrender.

崔鴻《十六國春秋·后趙錄》曰：

…

前趙麟嘉元年，劉琨遣姬澹帥眾來討。勒與戰，澹軍大敗。琨長史李弘以并州來降。

This adds precisely nothing.

I won't quote the account in ZZTJ089 since as far as I could tell it does not add anything not found in the sources quoted above. But Hu Sansheng in his commentary adds a helpful reminder that “at the time Bing province was seated at Yangqu”.

Going back to your actual question, as we have seen none of the sources give any detail at all on how Li Hong handed over the province to Shi Le. But looking at the big picture, Liu Kun had been on the defence basically since the beginning. He gradually lost the southern parts of the province and in 312 he had been forced to retreat from Jinyang to Yangqu which then became the provincial capital.

In the Chinese writings, the seat of an administrative unit is often referred to by the name of that unit, for example Jinyang was often known simply as Bingzhou and indeed is now called Taiyuan. When JS104 writes “Kun's Senior Clerk, Li Hong, used Bing province to surrender to Le.”, “Bing province” could be understood to mean not the whole province but the “the provincial seat of Bing province”, i.e. Yangqu. JS104 then continues “Le thereupon ran to Duan Pidi. Le moved the households of Yangqu and Leping to Xiangguo.”

To speculate a little, when Liu Kun himself went to Guangmo to support Ji Dan, I think it's quite likely that he left Li Hong to defend Yangqu in his absence. Then when Li Hong heard of the defeat he decided to surrender. With the loss of Leping and Yangqu there was not much Bingzhou left to defend, not enough territory to support an army at least, and so Liu Kun had little choice than to relocate elsewhere.

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↳ chapter sixteen: call it what you want

❧ genre: tattoo-shop/hitmen au | tattoo artist/hitman kirishima

❧ fic warning: major character(s) death; happy ending

❧ chapter warnings: slight smut, fingering, nipple play

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A burst of vibrations sounding next to Kirishima’s ear had woke him from a dead sleep. His red eyes shooting open and hand immediately reaching for the phone under his pillow and making it stop as he quietly cursed, terrified the disturbance would cause you to wake up but you laid there wrapped in his arm un-bothered.

The red-head sighed and gently propped up on his elbow, head resting in his hand with a yawn and stretched his opposite arm. The loss of warmth and security from him had you whining immediately, making him chuckle and resume holding you just as fast as he stopped. Without another sound you settled back into sleep, a sigh leaving your lips and your own arm cuddling more around Duchess who still laid next to you since the night before.

Kirishima smiled and leaned forward to kiss your temple and lovingly rub your arm.

“Hmph, I could get used to this,” he spoke to himself quietly, placing more light as air kisses to your face and shoulder, his hand alternating between rubbing it and playing with your hair. “I love you little one.”

You continued to peacefully sleep while Kirishima laid by your side and observed. It was the first time he had the chance to really sit there and take in every inch and detail of you without interruption. He noticed the unconscious cute noises you made with each deep breath or small twitch of your body. How your lips parted just slightly and the almost invisible beauty marks that hid along your face.

Looking further down he watched your chest rise and fall with each breath, the skin of your cleavage looking smooth and soft as silk. His teeth gleamed in a smile and he gazed at the black ink from the tattoo he gave that peeked out from under your bra, his fingers pushing the material up just enough for him to touch the lines and trace them before he moved to kiss the tattoo.

Lastly, he eyed the scar across your shoulder blade, fingers running along it and feeling the raised and cold scar tissue, the pink color of it contrasting with your (s/c) skin. With a sigh, Kiri kissed it, multiple kisses that covered every inch of the mark. A few more minutes passed of the red-head admiring, touching and sweetly kissing you while you rested - safe and in his protection.

After learning the stories behind your other scars, Kirishima was even more protective of you now, if it was even possible.

There was nothing in the world he wanted more than to keep you under his watchful eye, close to his side and safe. He didn’t want to ever let go, the thought of losing you now terrifying him even more. But it wasn’t going to happen, he had to make himself and you believe that. He’d die before letting anyone lay a hand on you again and he wasn’t the only one.

Lost in thought, Kiri almost jumped when he felt a slobbery tongue licking his hand that played in your hair. He looked to see Duchess was awake and chuckled as he started to scratch her head.

“Good morning mama!” He cooed at the dog.

“Morning daddy,” a sleepy voice replied back as you nestled your body further into Kiri’s chest, your head slowly turning to face him with a lazy shit eating grin.

Kirishima smirked and looked down at you, his hand dipping under the blanket to rub down your side before lightly spanking you and causing you to giggle and smile.

“Still a little brat even when she first wakes up huh? I was hoping for a sweet and good little girl.”

“Aww, where’s the fun in that - I gotta keep you on your toes big guy!”

Red eyes rolled in response before sharp teeth were nipping at your shoulder and making you gasp. “Mmm, but if you’re a good girl then you get rewarded.”

You chuckled and smirked back at Kirishima, stretching your body out and making sure to rub your ass up against his crotch shamelessly, a proud smile growing on your face at the groan that poured out from behind you. Kiri’s hand gripped at your hip and forced you to stop as he tried to gather himself.

“God dammit (Y/N), stop before we have problems,” he struggled to say under his breath.

“I have no idea what you’re talking about Red,” you replied and looked at Duchess, scratching her ear, “Huh cutie, daddy is crazy and talking nonsense isn’t he?”

The dog huffed out a breath of air, making her jowls flap as she started to energetically smother your face in slobbery licks. You cackled and turned over to try and escape but Duchess got up and was relentless. Kirishima was of no help at all, only egging the dog on and getting kisses in return from his pet.

Soon enough Duchess had snuck her way in-between the two of you, squirming around side to side on her back and barking as you and the red-head would play with her. Kiri looked at you, a big toothy smile on his face while you continued to mess with the dog, his heart constantly running wild in his chest from sheer happiness. His hand reached over and combed through your hair, making you look at him and smile back, turning your face to kiss inside his palm and playfully bite it.

“What, are you getting jealous because you’re not getting all the attention now?”

Kiri chuckled and lightly nudged your face.

“You know that little mouth of yours talks way more shit in the mornings than usual. Maybe I shouldn’t have let you sleep so long, it’s like your bratiness level exceeded its full amount.”

“Aww, you can’t handle it or something? Sounds like a personal problem to me - Eijirou.”

His eyes rolled and Kiri shook his head, looking away and smiling.

“I can fucking handle you. I just may need to put you in your place sometimes is all.”

“Put me in my place? What, is daddy gonna teach me manners and make me be a good girl?”

Kirishima’s head turned to look back at you, a cocky smirk carved onto his face and a red eyebrow cocked, dark red eyes staring at you.

“Call me daddy again and you’ll fucking find out.”

Right after the sentence left Kiri’s mouth, it was like Duchess could tell that she needed to remove herself from the area because she quickly rolled back over on her stomach, stood and shook before hopping off the couch and strutting off.

You giggled and clicked your tongue, turning onto your side, propping up on your elbow and resting your cheek in your palm. You gave Kirishima a challenging look, your other hand traveling to touch his chest, making his jaw clench. Your fingers slowly traced his tattoos, nails barely scraping against the hard muscled skin as you hummed and gave him a shit-eating grin. The red-head was doing well at controlling his reactions, the tips of your fingers feeling like matches striking.

“Little one, I’m warning you,” he spoke with a serious tone.

You ignored him, face leaning in closer to his and placing a kiss to his cheek.

“Daddy.”

Within an instant Kirishima had pushed you over onto your back, making you grunt and smile from the force as he pinned your wrists down and wasted no time in attacking your mouth with his own. You whimpered, making his lips smile as he tugged on the bottom one with his teeth, gently rolling it between them before releasing it.

Kiri then took both your wrists in one hand above your head, using his other to squeeze at your breast over the bra, making you pant and sigh beneath him. Both of your legs wrapped around his waist, your hips lifting and rolling so your core was rubbing against the semi-hard muscle beneath his sweats. The male broke the kiss and groaned, looking down between the two of you and watching with a smile before grabbing your hip to push it back down, allowing himself to grind down against you and make you shudder.

Everything was happening fast, kisses, moans and groans, rough and possessive touches and neither one of you caring but there was something screaming so deep in the back of your head that made your eyes open as you struggled to speak normally after listening to it.

“Ei, s-stop.”

All at once Kirishima listened, releasing every part of you he touched and only hovering above you, palms on the couch. His red eyes searching your expression for anything.

“What little one, did I hurt you? Are you okay?”

You sighed and instantly started to feel like shit, hands covering your face and trying to hide from Kirishima as you cursed yourself for listening to that stupid voice.

“No, no, I’m so sorry - I’m fine.”

Kiri quirked a brow and shook his head.

“Bullshit, baby tell me what’s wrong and don’t lie to me.”

Your own head shook now.

“Eijirou I ...I’m scared.”

Your hands finally left your face and you looked anywhere but at Kirishima.

“It’s just the last couple of times we’ve done this and gotten this heated this fast, it never ended well. But I shouldn’t be worried now right, because it’s not like that anymore, I shouldn’t be scared and it was stupid of me to think that this time would be like the others and to doubt you. I’m sorry.”

The red head softly smiled and took your chin between his fingers, turning your face to look at him as he leaned in to kiss your forehead.

“Oh my little one, don’t apologize for that. It’s not stupid, in fact you’re valid in worrying about that. Yes things are different now and wouldn’t end how they used to, but it’s still completely understandable that you would still be hurt by the past. I really hurt you then, I know that and I admit it, it wouldn’t be right of me to expect you to just completely forget that shit I did and forgive me without a problem and I wouldn’t want you to. I’m sorry I tend to lose control once I have my hands on you and can’t stop, you drive me insane in the best way possible and I get overzealous that I don’t think to even ask if you’re okay with it. This is on me.”

You pouted and ran a hand through Kirishima’s thick red hair that dangled in his eyes and brushed back a chunk of it behind his ear, your head slowly shaking side to side.

“Ei, no, we both are greedy with each other okay? And there’s nothing wrong with that, we both have wanted this for so long and now that we finally have each other, it’s hard to not be greedy right? Maybe though we just take things step by step, just feeling things out and taking our time.”

Kiri nodded and leaned closer and kissed you sweetly before pinching your cheek and cupping it. You sighed and melted into his touch, your hands holding his arm and eyes closing as you kissed his palm. Taking a deep breath, the man couldn’t help but actually feel relieved.

The two of you had been official for only a few weeks and almost overnight you both had started over and shook off your rocky beginning. Not only that, there was still one major detail you didn’t know about Kirishima. He still had yet to tell you what his real job consisted of, what everyone’s real jobs entailed.

Kirishima felt in his heart that even though he had you, he still didn’t fully have you until you knew that important detail. He wanted you to have a choice, a choice in whether or not you wanted to be part of this life - a choice he didn’t get to have.

“Little one, I’ll wait however long, take however many fucking steps I need to take. As long as you’re comfortable and happy. I’m the one that fucked up royally both of those times and I’m going to earn the right to having you in every way possible but from now on, you call the shots in these situations okay? If you want me to touch you, then I’ll touch you, if you want me to kiss you, just say the word, if and when you want me to make you mine then I’ll do it and make sure that you know just how fucking much I love you.”

You smiled and held his face in your hands, pulling it close for a kiss. When it broke, you rubbed the tip of your nose against his own and nipped at it.

“Thank you Ei, I love you,” you kissed him again, biting at his lip and giggling when he gripped the couch, “So, even right now if I asked you to keep touching me -”

Kirishima smirked and kept kissing you, now the one biting as he worked down your jaw. His teeth slightly dragging down your skin and causing you to sigh.

“I’d ask where.”

“Everywhere, please Eijirou.” You breathed out.

Smiling, Kirishima removed himself from you, sitting back against the couch cushions and telling you to come to him. You propped up on your elbows and smiled back before obeying and sitting up on your knees, crawling on them towards the tattooed red-head and placing yourself between his legs. He looked up at you, his large hands resting on your hips and turning them till you were facing away from him and pulling to make you sit with your back to his chest.

You smiled as he hugged you close, mouth kissing at your neck and shoulder when his hands started to rub at your sides. Your head turned to look at him, Kirishima smiled and took the chance to kiss you, chuckling as you instantly melted into him. His tongue gently played with your own, hands clawing at your belly and up to squeeze your breasts. You panted when the kiss broke, Kiri licking your lip as his fingers slipped under the straps of your bra. He quirked a brow, softly asking for permission to go further, once you nodded with a smile he kissed your cheek and pushed them down, his hands undoing the clasp of it next and removing it entirely.

“Hmm,” he smirked and cupped both breasts in each hand causing you to shudder when his thumbs brushed across your nipples. “You know I was so fucking jealous when Blasty got to lay his hands on these before I did. It took everything I had to not throttle him right then and there.”

You smiled, head falling back on his shoulder and nails digging into his thighs when he started to tease at the sensitive buds between his fingers and tug on the barbells that pierced through them.

“Aww, will it make you feel b-better to know that he was very p-professional.”

Kirishima hummed and kissed at the crook of your neck before biting down on it roughly and making you cry out pathetically from both sensations. Releasing your flesh, his tongue licked at the bite mark before kissing it again.

“He better fucking have been. You’re mine now little one, I want to be the only one who touches you like this, kisses and leaves marks on you, the only one you make all these sweet sounds for. Is that okay with you baby?”

“Yes.” You whimpered.

Kirishima clicked his tongue and let a hand wander down your belly, finger lightly circling around your navel before playing at the hem of your panties. “Yes what baby?”

A sinful smile grew on your face when his opposite hand abandoned your breast to grab at your jaw and make you look at him.

“Yes sir.”

“Good girl.”

Just as Kirishima was sliding his hand down further under the fabric, the sound of his phone buzzing sounded off again and startled you. He chuckled and kissed your cheek, hand leaving your face and grabbing the device to put it to his ear as he answered it, the other not stopping its descent between your legs. Your eyes widened and you went to protest but was cut off when two fingers startled to slowly circle your clit, making you bite down a moan.

“What do you want Bakugou?” Kirishima answered casually.

You went to grab at the mans wrist to try and stop him, “E-Ei, what are you doing?”

The man quietly growled in your ear, “No no baby, this will just take a second.”

“Who the fuck you talking to idiot?” Bakugou’s loud voice rang through the speaker.

Kirishima smirked and continued to slowly tease your clit and bite at your skin while he answered.

“None of your business, now what do you want asshole I’m busy here.”

“What could you possibly be doing you fucking loser?” Bakugou laughed.

This only made Kirishima chuckle, his thick warm and rough fingers curling inside of you without warning, making you moan as your back arched and you cried out his name. Just your sounds and the way you clenched around his digits had Kiri cursing under his breath.

“You fucking dog, are you getting your dick wet right now?” The brash voice asked.

“Nah bro, not my dick but something else is getting pretty wet, isn’t that right pretty girl?”

Your eyes narrowed and you elbowed Kirishima in the ribs, making him grunt. “Eijirou you’re such a fucking prick!”

Bakugou was in a laughing fit on the other end as you nagged the red-head to hangup.

“When you two horn dogs get done, get your asses over to Sero’s, it’s Sunday and this weekend you bring the fucking beers.”

“Alright bro, we’ll be there,” Kiri replied and put the phone to your ear with a shit-eating grin, “Be a good girl and say bye.”

“You better say ‘bye’ because you’re a dead man Eijirou Kirishima!”

After arriving at Sero’s place, Kirishima walked around to your side of the truck and opened the door. You smiled as he kissed you then turned around to let you get on his back after grabbing the two packs of beers that was definitely not going to be enough. He trudged through the snow, hurrying to get you inside, giggles falling from your lips from being bounced roughly along the way like a child. When you got inside, everyone else could be found in the kitchen, all their faces lighting up with smiles as they greeted the both of you.

“I brought precious cargo!” Kirishima chuckled as he walked over to the counter.

“We know now stop hogging it all to yourself!”

Sero replied as he took the beers from your hands and placed them on the counter-top before snatching you off the red-heads back and hauling you over his shoulder and taking off to the living room, Denki and Deku following close behind.

“Guys, guys chill! I’ve got enough love to go around for everyone. You act like you haven’t seen me in forever, I see you every fucking day!”

All three grown men dog piled you to the ground in one massive hug. You struggled to breathe between laughing and being under the weight of them, asking if you could at least sit up and give them each a proper hug. They agreed sitting in a sharing circle with you in the middle and hugging each of their necks, the men playing nice until out of nowhere you were plucked from the ground and tossed over a strong shoulder being carried out of the house to the outside porch while Denki, Sero and Deku all whined and ran after your kidnapper.

The all too familiar cocky laugh and casual ‘die’ making you realize who it was quickly. Bakugou slammed the door shut, using just his foot to hold and keep it from being opened from the other side as he removed you from his shoulder and held you.

“Hey princess,” Bakugou smiled before you hugged his neck tight and kissed his cheek.

“Now Katsu, if they gotta share then so do you!”

“Fuck those fuckers! I get special privileges!”

You laughed and shook your head.

“You better watch yourself Blasty, I have this real big scary boyfriend now who might take those as fighting words.”

“Tch, he can fucking try. If anyone needs to share, it’s him! Maybe we can come to an agreement of some sorts.”

Before you could reply to the blonde, there was knocking on the glass door behind him. You looked around Bakugou’s face to see Kirishima standing there, looking not so thrilled. Bakugou only chuckled and backed away from the door, letting Kirishima open it and step outside.

“You can hang up that pipe dream now Blasty, she’s mine. Now hand her over, you know it’s too cold out here for her.”

“Aww, I can keep her warm for ya Red, free of charge!”

Kirishima gave a smile but it was far from friendly.

“You’ve got three seconds.”

“Oh I’m fucking shaking!” Bakugou cackled in response.

You sighed and unwrapped your legs from around the blonde, him holding you close as your feet found the ground and you pinched his cheek while looking at him with a smile.

“Don’t tease him Katsuki,” you spoke sweetly before standing on the tips of your toes and kissing his cheek.

Bakugou smiled and ruffled your hair before you turned from him and towards Kirishima, taking comfort under his arm that wrapped possessively around you. His hand cupped your face that looked up to him, thumb brushing over your icy cold cheek. Bakugou stood there, watching the two of you as Kiri asked if you were too cold or not, his arm making sure to shield and keep you warm from the chilly wind.

You looked to him with this sparkle in your eyes, a smile on your face that even Katsuki had never seen before. It was so fucking weird to him to see the two of you not at each other’s throats but at the same time it felt normal, like this is how it should’ve been all along. He clicked his tongue and started to walk back towards the door, playfully nudging Kirishima’s head, brushing past him.

“You two look good together - it’s disgusting. Now get her inside before I kick your ass!”

You smiled as Bakugou walked into the house and went along with Kiri, following after him. The two of you went to the kitchen finding Shouto there preparing food and Bakugou washing his hands so he could help. The other three were in the living room playing a video game together. Shouto looked up to see you and smiled warmly and grabbed a towel to wipe his hands with, he didn’t need to ask or say anything as you quickly made your way to him for a hug. He hummed and pet your hair, kissing the top of your head.

“It’s been a few days since I’ve seen that pretty face,” Shouto softly said.

He had been gone on a business trip for the past week, leaving the shop in Bakugou’s hands as usual.

You always hated when Shouto left, or when any of the boys left honestly. It never felt complete when one or more of them were gone, doing whatever the fuck it was they were doing. But it always felt different with the bi-colored male gone. The relationship you had with Shouto was different from everyone else, it was quiet but actually extremely close.

A lot of times you’d find yourself in his studio, enjoying conversations about art with him, business, or just stories of the shop and the family he and the others had formed. Other times you’d escape to his room just to enjoy the silence with him, not once feeling any awkwardness there as he’d sit behind his desk and draw up stencils for clients and you lying comfortably on his tattoo chair while drawing in your own sketchbook, sometimes interrupting him to get his advice on how to draw a flower more lifelike but delicate at the same time, or how to make hands look as beautiful as he did.

“I missed you Shouto, how was your trip?” You smiled while letting go of each other, Shouto getting back to what he was doing.

The two of you talked back and forth, while Kiri also jumped in to help prepare and cook the massive amount of food. After learning the trip went well, other conversations were held about how everyone’s weekend went, what was planned for the upcoming week, how Denki was clearly cheating in the video game they were playing. Soon enough everyone was in the kitchen, either helping or just hanging out on the counters and stools. At the moment Kiri was taking a break, Deku taking his place. You sat in his lap while drinking a cup of tea Sero made specifically for you since you didn’t care for alcohol. Denki sat next to you and Kiri, poking you here and there as he tried to make you laugh and teased.

“So Lil Mama, since you’re off the market now, does that mean I can make a pass at Toshi?”

Bakugou laughed. “You’re actually asking?”

Denki flipped Bakugou off, “Fuck you man!”

“Denki, you’ve been wanting to hop on Hitoshi’s dick since the day he walked into the shop. It’s been weeks now, I’m shocked you haven’t fucked him the second these two became a thing.” Sero added.

“I’m offended!” Denki gasped and faked hurt. “I was just going by bro-code okay! I mean Hitoshi technically had her first so I don’t know if they swing that way or not - ”

Kirishima curled his lip at the thought, his hold around you tightening as he growled. “I swear to fucking christ Kaminari.”

“What? Oh is this a sore subject for you Red?”

Denki grinned, Bakugou and Sero nearly snorting and Deku minding his own business.

“Denki, I’d quit while you’re ahead.” You warned.

“He won’t even share with me, what makes you think he’d share with Mind Fuck!”

Kirishima was slowly getting angrier the more his friends teased and talked of him having to share you. You looked at him, feeling him tense beneath you and seeing his jaw clenching as he held you tighter. One by one, the guys would take jabs at him, of course it was innocent fun to them and they truly were just joking but to Kirishima it wasn’t a joke.

Deep down inside he felt insecure about if he was good enough for you, about whether it might be a mistake that you chose him over the others, especially Hitoshi.

Anyone would be better than him right?

Everyone else treated you like a queen from the beginning, Hitoshi was there every step of the way for you and even before the shop. What was he thinking, imagining that he could even compare. Hitoshi knew you more than he did, he knew your past and your present, he knew how to cheer you up and please you. Hitoshi knew your body, how to make you melt and swoon, he probably knew how to hold you and comfort you better than himself right?

The entire time while Kirishima had a war with himself, you watched.

His red brows furrowed, his hands around you gripping more and more as if you’d disappear, head hanging lower and lower with each joke. His confidence and light just being chipped away little by little.

Your heart started to pain, eyes looking around at Bakugou, Denki and Sero who didn’t plan on stopping. You needed to do something, needed to stop them before they kept hurting Kirishima. Just as you went to speak, your eyes looked across and met green ones, you didn’t mean to but you pleaded silently for help and without hesitation you got that help.

“Hey guys, how about you give him a break?” Izuku finally spoke after drinking from his beer. “You’re all being major assholes right now, you should respect their relationship, not shit on it for fun. Stop bringing up things that don’t matter anymore, that’s between them.”

Kirishima looked across the counter to his friend, giving him a thankful nod and feeling you turn to wrap an arm around him. He looked up to you, a hand threading through his spiky hair and you smiling at him.

“Eijirou, stop - stop thinking whatever nonsense you’re thinking right now. I’m here and I’m yours, only yours, got it? ”

All the red-head could do was nod, you pressed a kiss to his forehead and turned to face everyone else, arm still holding the man close to your side - protecting him.

“Green Bean is right you guys. Hitoshi does mean a lot to me, he’s been there my whole life, of course he does and I love him but it’s different than the love I have for this big guy here. I love each and every one of you and appreciate everything you’ve done for me, how you’ve all each been my rock since I got here and you took me in. I also appreciate how you all tried to knock some sense into this guy a few times and didn’t give up on either of us. But, I’m not going to sit here and let you tease him like this, I get you mean nothing by it but ease up a bit okay? You don’t know how that might make him feel. And like Izuku said, you have to respect our relationship, no more trying to bait him by flirting with me, Katsuki and Denki, and trying to get a rise out of him, no more talk about Hitoshi other than him being my friend. You guys are family and I get there will be teasing but keep it at a point to where he doesn’t want to murder you because if he does, then I’m not stopping him. If he wants to hog all my attention and me around you guys then he’s entitled to that - I’m his and his only, just as he is mine and mine only. Stop fucking with him to make him mad, because then I’m going to get mad and I don’t want that and I really don’t want anything to come between you guys, especially me.”

When you finally finished everyone was silent, Shouto smiling as he cooked and Izuku grinning, taking another drink from his beer. Denki sighed and agreed, Bakugou just smirked and rolled his eyes with a classic ‘whatever’.

“Thanks little one,” Kirishima smiled and kissed your cheek before looking at all his friends, rising a hand and pointing a finger at Denki then Bakugou, “In conclusion, fuck you, especially fuck you, Shouto, Deku and Sero - you’re cool.”

Sero chuckled and crossed his arms as he leaned back against the counter and grinned.

“Ah, this is exactly why I mind my own business.”

Soon Denki was hopping the counter and Bakugou was lunging, both of them going after the cocky male and him bolting from the kitchen and out the door. Shouto shook his head and looked around at you, Kiri and Deku.

“I guess they aren’t going to help set the table?”

A few minutes later Sero’s dining room table was set with dishes and all the food that was prepared by everyone, excluding you since any time you tried to help they’d strongly protest and tell you to just relax. Everyone was now sitting at the table, the sound of silverware clinking as dishes were passed around and food was being forked onto plates. Denki and Deku fighting over who got the biggest roll, Bakugou chunking his own at Deku and telling them to chill. You watched and laughed, enjoying the ritual family Sunday dinner that was always a beautiful type of chaos. These dinners used to be a drag.

Before, you’d sit nowhere near Kirishima, either across the table from him or on the far opposite end, but no matter what you’d always feel his red eyes burning into you. Every time he’d just glare or sometimes look sad, any time you’d go to look up or catch him he’d look down at his food or make conversation with whoever was next to him. Now though, you sat right next to Kirishima, him always pulling your chair as close as possible to his, gifting you kisses in between talking and chewing, offering you bites of his own food or him stealing some of the meat off your plate. Almost always Kirishima would keep his arm draped over the back of your chair or a hand on your thigh, mastering how to eat with just one hand.

Now as you were spooning some rice onto your plate you looked around the table at all the men. They were full of smiles and cracking jokes, playfully punching each other’s arms or pointing and blaming whoever spilt all of Sero’s tattoo ink onto the floor a month ago! Even Shouto would chime in on the jokes and laugh, Deku choking on his food and drink like always. You loved just taking the scene in, so happy that you were a part of this.

There was a soft rub on the back of your head, making you turn to see Kirishima looking at you with a soft smile as he combed your bangs back.

“You good little one?”

“I’m great Eijirou, couldn’t be happier in fact.”

The red-head smiled wider and leaned in to steal a kiss from you, the sound of Denki fake gagging from across the table making Kiri flip him off as he kissed you more and even slipped his tongue across your lip. You pulled away and giggled, pushing your boyfriend off and wiping your mouth. Sero wrapped an arm around you from the other side and held you close like he was sheltering a kid.

“I will not let you corrupt my child at the dinner table!”

Bakugou snorted from his seat after drinking his beer.

“That reminds me, Red you did remember to wash your hands before handling any of the food right?”

“Katsuki Bakugou - you shut your fucking mouth!” You yelled out and chunked at roll at him.

“Uh-oh, does your daddy allow you to talk like that little girl?”

The blonde continued as he cackled.

Sero was now shaking from laughter and you pushed him off, turning to look at Kirishima for help and only finding him laughing as well and smiling proudly, casually eating his food before looking at you and shrugging.

“Wow, fuck all of you!” You spat out with annoyance before picking at your food.

Kirishima leaned over to kiss your cheek.

“Don’t take it personally little one, you’re part of the family so that means you get fucked with too, that’s just the rules!”

“This is one fucked up family then - but thanks.” You smiled.

“Thanks? For what?” Sero chuckled as he took a bite of food.

You looked at him then around the table.

“Uh - for giving me a wonderful job, for becoming my best fucking friends and taking me in, accepting me almost instantly and being my rocks. Besides Hitoshi, you guys are all I have and that shop is like home to me now. I honestly didn’t know where I would end up a few months ago, I didn’t expect to become a part of something, much less become part of a family but here I am. I truly love each and every one of you, you each hold a special place in my heart and mean so much to me and I’ll never be able to repay you guys or thank you enough for loving me in return and just being there and most of all for making me feel safe. I haven’t felt so fucking safe in so long, I didn’t think I’d live this long after everything that’s happened with me.”

There was a soft squeeze on your thigh from Kiri’s hand and a reassuring squeeze on your shoulder from Sero. You looked to each of them, blinking and realizing there was a couple of tears starting to form. Cursing quietly, you wiped them away and smiled.

“I’m sorry guys, I didn’t mean to get all mushy and shit but I just wanted you all to know that and to know that I’m thankful every single day for each and every one of you crazy fuckers. Thank you for being my family.”

All the men collectively spoke about how it wasn’t a problem and how they were just as thankful for you. Only making you that much more emotional but not wiping the smile from your face.

Bakugou smirked and sat back in his chair.

“Well you losers all know that if we wanna make her official and shit then she needs an oni.”

“Oni?” You questioned with a confused look until Sero rose his arm and you looked upon the oni mask tattoo that was inked across it and making you finally register what was going on. “Oh your tattoos! So is that what they mean?”

“I guess you can say that. Each of us got one after becoming a part of this family, these tattoos tie us together. They’re all the same mask but fit who we are individually, I guess you can think of them as our family crest or whatever. If we go out and someone sees them then they know who we are and most of all, who our family is. It’s not a requirement just more like a tradition. But since you yourself call us your family and we damn sure call you our family then I don’t see why we shouldn’t at least ask if you’d want to make it truly official.” Sero replied.

You nodded and rubbed the side of your neck, teeth worrying at your lip.

“That’s really thoughtful and nice you guys but that’s your thing! I’ve already taken too much from you all, I couldn’t.”

Almost all the men frowned, Bakugou humming and looking at Kirishima. The red-head looked back at him, knowing that his friend was silently telling him that it was ultimately up to him whether or not you be encouraged more.

While Sero told the truth about the meaning behind these tattoos, he carefully left out the fact that they were also basically like a calling card for their group. These tattoos let others know that they were dangerous and not to be fucked with and had you gotten one yourself then that would only be affiliating you with them.

Kirishima looked at you, his head tilting.

This choice would be so much easier to make had you known the whole truth but you would know the whole truth soon and for some reason Kirishima’s fear of you possibly turning away from him and his family at that point started to become irrational. For some reason he just knew deep down inside that still you would stay.

“Hey little one,” he finally spoke and touched your cheek so that you’d look at him. “This isn’t just mine and the guy’s thing - it’s our thing. You’re part of this family now, part of them and part of me. If you don’t want to commit to something like this then don’t let us make you feel pressured to do so, we’ll still love you and see you as one of us with or without some tattoo. But, if you truly meant everything you said and you really want to do this and become that much more one of us then fucking go for it. You know I’ll always support you, especially if it means you getting more ink on that pretty skin, you know you got a lot of catching up to do with us!”

You smiled and let out a light chuckle, your hand reaching up to cup Kiri’s cheek. This whole idea more than intrigued you, it gave you a way to be closer to all of these men who meant the world and more to you, and also gave you a chance to be closer to the man you loved.

After sighing and kissing the red-head, you turned to look around the table again with a smile.

“Okay then, if it’s really cool with all of you then let’s do it!”

All around the dinner table, the men were eagerly agreeing and giving their blessings. You turned to search out Shouto, giving him a look that made him smile warmly and nod.

“You don’t even have to ask sweetheart, of course I’ll do it. Tomorrow sound good?”

“Sounds perfect! Thanks Shouto, you’re the best.” You replied before taking a bite of your food as everyone went back to their talking and eating.

Kirishima leaned over to kiss the top of your head, nudging your cheek with his knuckle as you smiled back at him.

“Welcome to the family little one.”

Tomorrow came in no time after dinner was over that night. You arrived at the shop early as usual, finding Kirishima arriving at the same time and quickly jogging to hug you. The two of you entered the shop, turning everything on and opening it, making a fresh pot of coffee and tea for everyone once they got there. It didn’t take much longer for Bakugou, Sero and Shouto to arrive, each greeting and kissing your cheek as they usually did. And like always Sero had breakfast in hand just for you.

“Where’s Double D?” You questioned, Kirishima pulling you to sit in his lap and you began to un-bag the sandwich.

“They’re dealing with a trade today, they should be back tomorrow.” Shouto answered as he made a cup of coffee. “I’m gonna go ahead and start setting up back there, you can meet me when you’re ready, okay?”

You nodded and watched Shouto wave himself off and headed down the hall to his studio The rest of you remained in the kitchen, the guys talking about how a shop run needed to be made that day, discussing who needed what and ultimately who was making it since you would be busy with your session. Sero immediately took himself out of the poll and stated he had a few clients coming in for some small bangers and touch-ups. Leaving Bakugou and Kirishima to make the trip together.

“Alright then Red, let’s go now so we can avoid traffic and get back.”

Bakugou ordered as he chugged the remainder of his coffee and washed his cup. He walked by the two of you, his hand petting the top of your head and pushing it back so he could kiss your forehead.

“Anything special you want for lunch princess, you need to eat properly on tattoo days.”

You smiled and requested curry, extra spicy, the same way Bakugou liked it. He smiled and nodded before patting Kiri’s shoulder and telling him he’d be waiting in the vehicle. The red-head nodded and Sero let you know he’d be in his studio if you needed anything. When it was finally just you and Kirishima left, you felt his arms hugging around your waist and his cheek pressing against your back.

“So, where you getting it at?”

You smiled and shook your head, placing a hand over his and rubbing it.

“It’s a surprise Ei, you’ll just have to find out later.”

Kirishima chuckled and kissed your back, his arms unwrapping from around you, hands squeezing your hips and letting you know it was time for him to get going. With a sigh you stood from his lap and allowed him to stand to his own feet.

Turning around to face the taller man, you smiled up at him as he cupped your face in his hands and pulled you in for a kiss. He tasted of black coffee with the slightest hint of sugar and cinnamon, making you get the smallest buzz of caffeine from his lips. When he pulled away, his thumb playfully toyed at the stud on your lip before it swiped across your cheek.

“Wherever you put it, it’ll be beautiful. Shouto is damn good at what he does so I have no doubt he’ll take great care of you. If you need anything just call me, we shouldn’t be too long.”

“Yes sir. Oh yeah, get a star for the top of the tree okay?”

“You got it little one. I love you.”

You smiled and gave Kirishima one last kiss before replying and seeing him off. Once he was gone you washed your mugs and grabbed the remainder of your food before skipping off to Shouto’s studio. Gently you knocked on his door before entering, his calm voice greeting you again as he looked up from ripping sheets of paper towels.

“I’m almost done and then we can sit down and start designing what you want. Where are you wanting it by the way?”

You wiped your mouth, swallowing a bite of food before rubbing from your right hip bone and down to the top quarter of your thigh.

“I was thinking this area? Not too big but a decent size to get all the detail in it.”

“That’s a good spot. What all do you want with it?”

You paused to think, sitting down in Shouto’s desk chair. You thought about everyone’s else's tattoos and how they really captured and represented who they were, each being a color that fit them and having details that were totally unique to them.

Your hand scratched at your head as you groaned quietly.

“I don’t really know. All of your oni masks just fit who you are and it’s really hard to sit here and try to figure out yourself in details like that.”

Shouto smiled and finished his setup, rubbing the tops of his thighs before standing and walking over to his drawing station, grabbing a sketchpad and pencil then rolling his stool over to the desk and sitting on it next to you,

“Alright so I’ll help you out. You get the gist of these tattoo’s and that’s great, I also understand where it would be a little difficult for you to try and project your own attributes, you see yourself differently than those around you.”

Shouto began then put his pencil to the paper and started to draw out a shape.

“We use the same mask for each piece and it’s a little on the rougher side but for you we can add things to it that’ll soften it up and make it more feminine and fit you better. I don’t really think you need to think too hard about it, sometimes simplicity is best. First thing, what color do you want the mask to be?”

You smiled and answered immediately. “Red.”

“Red huh?” Shouto repeated with a smirk. He paused for just a few breaths and sweetly smiled. “You know what, give me a few minutes, I think I have something in mind.”

You nodded and went back to finishing off your breakfast, sitting back and letting Shouto do his thing. It didn’t take too long before he was done, placing the sketchpad on the desk and letting you see. Your eyes widened and your fingers were touching the drawing.

There was the oni mask that everyone else had, strong and powerful looking but the upper right half corner of it was broken off to reveal a woman’s eye, a few wispy strands of her hair draping over her eye and to the side. There were also other smaller cracks in the mask coming from the broken area, immediately reminding you of Kirishima when his quirk was activated. The mask itself was nestled in a bush of lotus flowers that looked so life-like and soft.

“Instead of just a plain mask, I decided yours should look like it’s actually being worn, with the break in it to reveal the more feminine face. If I’m not wrong you want it red because of Eijirou, so I added some cracks in it as well to sort of pay tribute to him also because I know that man would truly break himself when it comes to you and to resemble him protecting you.”

Shouto quietly chuckled and pinched your cheek as you smiled at him and agreed. He then looked back at his drawing and touched the flowers.

“Lastly - lotus’s resemble self-regeneration and rebirth. I figured they were perfect for you since your quirk is healing and well - for other unspoken but known reasons.”

You swallowed and suddenly felt emotional while looking at the design. It was perfect and it was you.

Shouto had yet to know about your past, him and Deku both were the only ones now left in the dark but still he could pick up that you had gone through the ringer. You knew that since the night at Sero’s when he saw your burns, how they matched his own. If anything, that’s where your unique relationship with the half and half man began. You never needed to explain yourself to him - Shouto just knew and he never pushed, he only protected you.

Finally you took a breath and turned to look at Shouto, your hand reaching up and cupping his cheek, him allowing you to gently brush the red skin of his own burn with your thumb.

“Do you like it?” He asked.

“It’s perfect, I love it.”

The man nodded and took your hand from his face, holding it in his while he cupped the back of your head and pulled it close so he could kiss your forehead.

“I’ll make this my best piece yet. Now - are you sure you’re ready for this?”

You took Shouto’s question with as much seriousness as you could. This was in fact a big piece and it held more meaning than anyone could ever know, it was going to solidify your place among these men and among this family. It was going to make you belong.

“I’m more than ready Shouto. Let’s get it!”

Shouto laughed and ruffled your hair. The both of you standing from your seats and walking over to his tattooing area. He grabbed you a towel from one of the cabinets and handed it over, a hand coming up to rub at the side of his neck as he faintly blushed and smiled.

“Okay sweetheart, I’m gonna need you to strip from the waist down and let’s hope that when Red comes back I won’t have to kick his ass.”

“Hah, he’ll be a good boy Shouto, if not you have my permission to freeze him.”

It was as if by a miracle that Kirishima and Bakugou ended up taking longer than your tattoo session to return. Allowing you to heal it fully and get dressed giving you at least a hour before they returned. When they did Bakugou was already annoyed with the day, complaining about holiday traffic and shopping and how it made everyone more ignorant than usual.

Still though he remembered to grab you food, making sure it was the last stop made so it would still be warm once they arrived at the shop. You took it graciously, feeling nearly drained from the tattoo and having to heal it.

While you dug into your food, both Bakugou and Kirishima were pulling at the sleeves of your sweater, Kirishima pulling up the front and back of it to expose your skin as they searched for the tattoo. Sero came bouncing out of his room by that time and chuckled when Kirishima finally found the top of the piece, peeking out from under the waistline of your jeans.

“This better not be on your ass!”

He sternly spoke and pulled you close to where he sat, making you hug the bag of food to your chest while he pulled your jeans down just the smallest bit to get a better look.

“Calm down fool, it’s not on my ass, it’s on my hip and thigh.”

“Oh, nonetheless Shouto still got a handful of ass though!” Sero teased and dodged the kick that Kirishima was trying to land on him.

“Sero don’t tease him! Look I have a picture I can show you guys, here,” you replied and pulled the picture up on your phone going to show it to them but Kirishima deciding not to look.

“No - I want to see it in the flesh. Come on, we’re going to my room.”

He ordered and scooped you up in his arms, making you squeal and laugh as he bolted down the hall before Bakugou and Sero could even compliment the piece.

“Hey, remember to sanitize that fucking chair when you’re done! We don’t need customers walking out of here with your fucking jizz on them!” Bakugou hollered, making Sero fall out laughing.

The whole time this was going on Shouto was in his studio. Wiping down his station and disassembling his tattoo machine. As he went to throw away his trash, his cell phone that was used for calls to arrange the groups paid hits started to ring.

Shouto walked over to his desk, seeing a normal blocked number and answering it.

“Shouto -”

On the other end there was a delighted yet sinister hum.

“Hello Shouto, before we start talking business would you mind checking your email?”

Shouto paused for a moment before shrugging and sitting down in his chair, waking up the dark monitor and pulling up his email. One of the first one’s in his inbox was titled ‘Early Christmas Gift’ . His red brow quirked and something in him had him second guessing whether he should open the contents of the email but then again it wasn’t uncommon for clients to send over files including photos, addresses and more important information on the targets they wanted taken out. Without hesitating any longer Shouto clicked on the email, quickly an image loaded and had him almost dropping the phone in his hand.

It was of Yagi, bloodied and beaten, burned and dead.

Shouto had seen numerous morbid and bloody scenes, hell he was the cause of them but to see this, his leader, it made him nauseous and dizzy. He was breathing unevenly, steam and chilly air alternating from his lips. On the phone came a dark chuckle and the sound of the callers tongue clicking.

“I know something you don’t know!” He sang.

Taking a deep and long breath, Shouto finally calmed his nerves and minimized the window on the monitor, turning his chair to look away from it.

“Who are you and what do you want?”

“The name is Dabi and I just so happen to want the same thing you want little Shouto. You see there’s this girl that I love so deeply who broke my poor heart and well if I can’t have her then no one can, so that means I need you to take her out.”

Shouto scoffed and shook his head.

“We don’t take people out just because they dumped your sorry ass, find someone else!” He replied and went to hang up until Dabi was trying to plead for him not to.

“Whoa whoa wait - this is where it gets good! You see, we’re both after the same person, not only did she break my heart but she also broke your precious leader, not that there was much to break of him already but that’s not the point here. This is where that thing I know that you don’t know comes in, don’t you want to know!”

Dabi was no doubt a total psycho, his tone and excitement only making Shouto that much more cautious. This dude sounded like he was off the rails and enjoying every second of drawing out this conversation, teasing and toying with Shouto like he was some master hanging a treat before his dog and watching them salivate and whine but never actually rewarding them.

At the same time Shouto was conflicted, him and his group didn’t like targeting women at all, it was very rare that these situations happened. But from the looks of the evidence, whoever this woman was she was dangerous and nonetheless she had killed his leader. Shouto couldn’t even recall how long it had been since Yagi left on some bullshit hit all on his own and never returned. Of course doing what they did, the guys expected the worse and already knew he was probably dead but not knowing how ate away at them and of course they wanted their vengeance for it.

“I’m going to start singing the Jeopardy theme the longer you take pretty boy. Come on, don’t you wanna know, I know you do!”

Shouto cringed at the voice on the other end, his fist clenching and lip curling.

“Jesus christ, stop fucking around then and tell me!”

Dabi only laughed as Shouto snapped at him. He then sighed and took a deep breath, Shouto swore he could hear a nasty grin growing on the mans face.

“Alright take the stick out of your ass, I’ll tell you, you ready? …… Her name is (Y/N).”

At this Shouto went cold, literally. His right side activated, icing the floor beneath him as he let out a cold breath.

“How do you -”

“Ah, I got your attention now huh Shouto? You see - huh, shit.” Dabi growled and sighed before continuing. “Looks like my fun is over for now. Do with this information what you will, I know she’s already tricked every single one of you pathetic losers in that shop to worship her every move and become so wrapped around her pretty little finger. I won’t go into too much detail since I have no time but just remember, she’s a cold-blooded little bitch and she’s just playing you. I won’t charge you for this tip but I’ll be watching because no matter what she’s fucking dead and it’ll either be by your hand or mine.”

Before Shouto could reply Dabi quickly ended the call, leaving him in silence as so many emotions suddenly ran through him; anger, confusion, hurt, shock! Not only that but questions, countless questions. How and most of all, why?

But he couldn’t lose his head, since Yagi disappeared, Shouto took his place as leader and that meant having to be logical and not act impulsively, to think things through. There were two sides to each story of course, he had to tread carefully but more than anything Shouto wasn’t so easily swayed by Dabi, the guy gave him a bad feeling and something wasn’t right but that also meant he couldn’t just ignore what Dabi said either.

This man knew you, he had a grudge against you and of all things he knew how Yagi died, had the cold hard evidence. This needed more than just his own thoughts and opinions.

So like any leader would, like Yagi, Shouto stood to his feet and cleared the ice from the floor. He took a deep breath and ran a hand through his hair as he walked to the door of his studio and peeked outside of it enough to see Bakugou and Sero in the kitchen chatting away. Shouto cleared his throat, grabbing their attention.

“What’s up man?” Sero asked with a smile.

Shouto sighed and gave him a look. “We need to talk.”

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