#like the reason i keep getting sick is because i don’t wear HATS 24/7???

[cithaerons]

my mom is weirdly ascientific sometimes for someone who is very scientific

[soyeahitsmiddleearth]

Dimension Jumping pt. 4

The Fellowship x Reader

You went back to work, Pippin is triggered about cookies, and you gotta play mediator.

---

After that whole mushroom scare, you elected to no longer worry about the questionable things the hobbits consume. You kinda just leave it up to Sam to help you cook and make things that everyone likes, though it's hard to please so many people every night when you're not motivated to make more than one dish. 

Trips to the grocery store became a lot more expensive and frequent, and while you can definitely pay for it you know that you can't keep on like this forever. 

So you've decided that the best course of action to take is alternating between working at home and at the office so you can hunt down more leads. 

The reason your boss is so lenient on your attendance is because of your crystal clean record and nature of your job. 

Honestly, you don't even really have to go into work as is, but being as the office is the only place you can really get some human actual interaction (not including Brian). Now though, there's not much of a reason to go. 

But anyway, you decide to go into work today and have yet to tell everyone else, so when you walked out of your room that morning in your business casual outfit and greeted everyone normally, you got a bunch of weird looks. 

"Are you going out somewhere? To the store again, maybe?" Pippin asks, walking up to you with curiosity in his face. 

You reach down and ruffle his hair fondly, replying simply, "I'm going to work today."

"Work?" He asks, furrowing his eyebrows, "What about that man who won't stop bothering you?" 

Ah, you should've guessed he would ask about that, "I've just gotta deal with it, babe, it be like that sometimes." 

"Are you sure that's the best idea? He came to your home, after all." Aragorn pipes up from his spot on the couch.

And guess who's in his fucking lap again? That's right, Penny. That bitch (literally).

"I'm not going to be scolded by a dog thief." You reply faux-bitterly, pouting as your gaze fixes on your white fluff ball of joy. 

"Dog thief?" He repeats incredulously, shaking his head, "Just because your dog has taken to me doesn't mean-"

You put your hand up and interrupt not so kindly, "I don't wanna hear it." From the smile threatening to come on to your face, he can tell you're not truly angry or upset, so he allows himself to laugh a bit as he runs a hand down her soft back. 

"Alright," he pauses and his expression becomes more serious, "I still don't think it's a good idea, though. After you lied about being with another person, he's surely not going to be very kind." 

Fair, yes, but you don't care anyway. "I'll be fine, really. The only problem I'll probably have is being worried about all of you all day..." You sigh at that admittance and turn to go put on your boots. 

"If you're sure..." 

"I am." 

---

The day went about as good as you expected it to be.

Brian was all in your business, hanging out in your work area, talking to you and asking about 'Aaron' aka Aragorn and his brother 'Beau' aka Boromir, and touching your shoulders and stuff like a total creep-so. 

Of course, you didn't tell him to fuck off like you wanted to, but that okay because you don't fancy being laid off. 

When you get back you're greeted by two hobbits and a fluffy puppy. The latter of which immediately jumped on you and began to wag her tail so fast that she nearly turns back time. 

You crouch down and wrap your arms around her tightly, speaking in a high pitched voice, "Aw, who's my good girl? I missed you so much my sweet baby, oh I love you so much!" You kiss her multiple times and rock back and forth with her in your arms until she begins to pull back. 

She turns when you let her go and trots back to Aragorn, and the glare you point at him is so withering and resentful that it could've killed a thousand men. 

And by withering and resentful I mean pouty and petulantly irritated. 

He laughs at your expense, but you ignore him and turn to the hobbits and smile at them brightly, "Did ya miss me?"

"Y/N, do you want a cookie?" Pippin asks suddenly, not answering your question. 

"What?"

"A cookie. Like one of those round black and white cookies. Do you want one?" He clarifies, tapping his foot a few times while Merry sighs. 

You look at him weirdly and shake your head no, "Um, not at the moment. No." 

"How can you not want one?" 

"I just don't."

"Fine, then let's say you wanted one and there were some in the cupboard. What would you do?"

"Um, I guess I'd eat one if I were in the mood." 

"Exactly, that's what I'm saying." He states, nodding his head as he looks at Merry.

"Wait, what are you saying? I'm confused." He's literally making no sense. 

"That if someone wants a cookie, then they should get one. It's what people do." 

"I mean, yes I guess you're right..." And then it dawns on you, "Boromir and Aragon won't let you have a cookie." 

"No! Even though I'm practically starving, they won't consider it. They say I must eat lunch first!" He sounds like he's been offended in the worst of ways, insulted and stripped of his rights... what a drama queen. 

"And you don't find that fair?" You ask, leaning back on the balls of your feet as you look at Aragorn over the top of his head with a raised eyebrow. 

Aragorn just shrugs his shoulders.

"You just said that if you wanted a cookie then you would get one, so why can't I? I'm no child, and I can make decisions for myself." 

"Well, I guess that's fair. You are an adult." The only way out of this odd conversation is agreement. 

"It's just not fair. If they want one they can have one, if you want one then you can have one, but if I want one? The rules don't count. Like you said, it's not fair!"

You look at Merry and ask, "Are you having the same problem as him?"

"Yes, but I don't care as much." 

"Well, what are you both going to do about it? Hobbit rebellion?" 

Pippin crosses his arms and grumbles, "Well, I'm going to eat lunch. Because I have to. Because the world isn't fair to hobbits." 

You don't say anything to that and instead slowly walk away from the door, glancing around the room to see if anyone else is there. 

"Where is everyone?" You question, walking up to Aragorn who is crouched down and petting Penny. 

"Gimli and Boromir are outside with Frodo and Sam and Legolas... I'm not sure where he is." 

You hum your understanding and then ask, "So, no cookies for Pippin and Merry." 

He smiles at your question and chuckles quietly, standing back up to his full height, "It's not good for them to have confections without something sturdy first." 

"Well I'm sure you heard, but Pippin is very torn up about it. Absolutely devastated." Of course, you're joking and he can tell as much, though his little speech there almost made you want to comply and give him some cookies against their wishes. 

"Do not worry about them. Once they've eaten they'll get what they desire." He assures, looking over at the two whispering hobbits. 

---

They did end up getting their cookies, luckily for them, and they ate their lunches too. Eventually, Frodo, Sam and the rest of them came back inside, and you noticed right away that they're getting sick of being cooped up inside your house 24/7. 

You can probably take the taller bunch of them out at some point, but they're the least high maintenance of this group. Merry, Pippin, and Sam are just itching to go out and see more than just the rooms of your house and your backyard, and Gimli is starting to get rather stir crazy too. Frodo doesn't seem too bothered by it luckily enough, but that doesn't mean he's 100% good with staying in one place for so long. 

Also, it seems that in your world that ring doesn't have any power because the dark-haired hobbit explained that he hasn't felt or heard anything from it since arriving there. What it sounds like to you is the ring lost its connection since they're in another dimension entirely, which is both good and confusing. 

Anyway, you've been trying to come up with a way to take everyone out of the house at some point so they can see more than just the same things over and over, but you can't really come up with any sort of disguise or cover story that would explain the more vertically challenged 4 of them. Gimli could probably just barely pass if he were to wear taller shoes, and Legolas could probably get by with a hat to cover his ears... but still. 

You don't bring this issue up yet, but you do know that eventually, they'll want to leave and see some more so that they don't go mad inside your house. 

"Y/N?" Someone says loudly suddenly. 

You look over quickly and see Legolas staring straight into your soul. 

Was he talking to you? Did he ask you a question or something? Oh god, you don't know! "Um... yeah?" 

"You did not hear what I said." He states matter of factly, amusement sparkling in his eyes. 

You shake your head 'no' slowly, sheepishly rubbing the back of your head. "N-No, sorry... I was, er, thinking about something."

"May I ask what?" Ever the curious bastard. 

"It's nothing important really, what were you saying?" 

Your quick change in subject does not go by unnoticed, but there is no questioning on it on his part either. Instead, he repeats what he said before, "I only wished to know if I could accompany you on your next outing." 

"Um, well yeah that'd be nice but you'd have to like, wear a hat or something. Your ears will freak people out." You realize how that sounds right away and backtrack quickly, "N-Not that I think your ears are weird or anything! It's just people haven't seen anything like it here, s-so..." Oh god, why did you have to say it like that? 

He raises a delicate blond eyebrow and chuckles lightly, observing your flustered form with humor sparkling in his eyes, "I know you meant no offense. Please, you needn't be so wary of me or your words." 

He has such a whimsical way of speaking, and you find that you like it quite a bit. "Right, sorry... Well, um you can come with me but you've gotta wear a hat." This time when you say it, you say it with a bit more confidence. 

"I can do that." He replies easily. 

---

"Y/N?" Sam calls from his spot on the couch next to you. 

You turn your head away from the TV and look down at him, raising an eyebrow, "Yeah?" 

"Do you abuse drugs? Like how you told that man Boromir does." 

You laugh nervously and answer his question with a question, "Why do you ask?" 

"Because you seemed to know a lot about it when you explained it the other day." 

There is silence for all of 10 seconds. "Well you're damn right I abuse drugs. I see a drug, and I push the hell out of it! Get lost drugs." You exclaim, crossing your arms over your chest. 

Sam looks at you weirdly and asks more slowly this time, "But I thought they weren't alive?" 

"They aren't. It was a joke." 

Realization spreads across his face and he smiles this time, "Oh! Well, it was really funny!" 

You know it wasn't but you take it anyway and look back at the TV. "Well of course it was. I'm hilarious if you haven't already noticed." You don't actually find yourself to be that funny, but if you keep up the confidence and pretend like you know what you're doing; then no one else will question you or your humor. Why did he even ask you that anyways, it was completely random...

"Why did you ask?" You question with furrowed eyebrows. 

Sam's smile fades a bit but doesn't disappear completely, "Oh, well you see I was just thinkin' an awful lot about it and then I figured I might as well just ask since you've never been against answerin' my questions before." 

Fair enough. 

You nod your head in understanding and say nothing more about it. 

This comfortable silence prevails for a little while before there is a sudden crash in the guest room and some yelling. 

You almost get up to go ask what's going on, but Pippin storms out before you have to and goes to join everyone else outside. With a raised brow you turn your head to look back at Sam, but he only rolls his eyes and grumbles, "Those two are always gettin' into something." 

---

Later that night while everyone is winding down and getting ready for bed, though you're still in the living room with your laptop on your legs. 

The TV has long since been turned off so the only sound in the room is the soft clacking of your fingers hitting the letter keys. 

You look up sharply at the sound of a door opening and closing and see Merry leaving the guest room with a sour expression on his face. 

Right away curiosity gets the best of you, but you don't say or do anything right away and instead opt to watch him from over the top of your computer screen to see where he goes. Cause there have been a few instances where you've caught him and Pippin raiding your kitchen for some midnight snacks since you usually work in the dark so they don't see you right away.

Instead of heading towards the kitchen, though, he looks right at you and walks over, taking a seat next to you still without saying anything. 

"Merry?" You question after a moment of looking at him and him looking at the wall, your eyebrows furrowed, "Is everything okay." 

"Pippin isn't talking to me." 

Your mouth runs before you can even think of an actual proper response to that, "Enjoy it while it lasts." 

He looks up at you with an expression akin to annoyance on his face and then grumbles, "I was trying to." 

Ah, so this is more than just a silly little thing.

You move your computer off your legs and place it on the coffee table, turning towards him with your legs crossed on the couch, "Well, what happened? Why won't he talk to you." 

He doesn't reply right away, looking away from your face as he seems to deliberate over telling you or not, "He was being stupid earlier and I smacked him over the head and he dropped his treat on the floor and it got ruined." 

It's silent while you wait for him to go on, but he just continues to look at you expectantly. 

"Wait, that's it?" You ask incredulously, looking at him like he'd grown two heads. 

"Yes, that's it. Is there supposed to be more?" 

Good god, these guys are total babies. 

You sigh and shake your head at the ridiculousness of it all. Though you do have to fix this, so you get up walk over to the guest room and knock on the door lightly. 

Boromir is the person to answer the door, and when he sees you standing there he offers a smile, "Oh, hello Y/N." 

"Yes, hi. Is Pippin in there?" You question, standing up on your toes to look over his shoulder into the room. 

"This is about their argument." He states, not answering your question. 

"It is. Tell him to come here." 

He nods and turns his head, "Pippin, will you join us for a moment?" 

Said hobbit sits up from underneath his pile of blankets and looks over at the two of you wearily, but gets up and walks over regardless. "Yes? What is it?" He inquires, looking up between you and Boromir a couple of times. 

You take a step back and ask quietly so as to not disturb the others, "Why won't you talk to Merry?" 

"Because he ruined my food." He replies curtly, looking up at you with a frown on his face. "Did he send you here to convince me to talk to him again?" 

Yikes, he got you. "Maybe he did." 

"Well tell him I'm not interested." 

"Pippin, come now calm down. Surely Merry hasn't made you that angry." Boromir cuts in, placing his hand down on his shoulder. 

"Can't the two of you try and see this from my perspective?" 

A moment of silence passes by before you slowly crouch down in sync with Boromir. 

"Oh, it is different down here." You comment as a smile begins to creep on your face. 

Pippin doesn't say anything or react right away before he turns and goes back to his makeshift bed and crawls under the covers. 

You stand up normally again and look up at Boromir who also stands to his full height once more, "I think that may have been a mistake." 

"Undoubtedly so." 

You laugh lightly and then step out of the doorway. "I'll go break the news to Merry then, good night." And with that, you walk off down the hallway again and rejoin Merry in the living room. 

When you walk in he looks up and smiles with hope shining in his eyes. 

Poor dear. 

"Well?" He asks, standing up from his spot on the couch. 

"So, I talked to Pippin..." 

"And?"

"Now he's not talking to me or Boromir." 

His eyes go wide and he looks truly shocked. "What!? What did you do?" 

"Well he asked us to see things from his perspective and so we both crouched down to your height and it seemed he didn't quite like that." 

It's silent for about 10 seconds before he slowly continues, "So he's now not speaking to me, you,  or  Boromir? Because you couldn't keep yourself from making a short joke?" 

"That sounds about right." You nod along, plopping back down on the couch. "Hey, don't shoot the messenger."

"The messenger wasn't supposed to tease him more! He probably thinks I sent you to do that!" He complains, standing in front of you with his arms crossed. 

"Then maybe you shouldn't have messed up his food. You know how much he loves it." A rational argument on your end if you do say so yourself. It's true after all. You should be allowed to make short jokes if you want to damn it, and no cousinly spat is going to prevent you from doing just that. And let's be real, getting one of the tall dudes in on it only made it so much more awesome. 

"I suppose that's fair..." 

You nod your head and then pull your computer back into your lap, then say a bit softer, "You should just talk to him and tell him how sorry you are. He's your cousin- he loves you and won't let something silly like this split you up. I'm sure he's only trying to see how long you'll last before going crazy, anyways." 

"Yes... That is something he would do." 

"Mhm. There's no way he's actually mad at you, so go talk to him." You reach out a hand and pat his shoulder gently, a smile upturning the corners of your lips. 

He smiles vibrantly, reaching up to pat your hand on his shoulder lightly, "Thank you!" 

"My pleasure." 

[surveys-at-your-service]

Survey #308

“you don’t need treats, and you don’t need tricks, and you don’t need me.”

Middle name? Marie. Or Marie Catherine, if we're technical, but as someone who loooong left Catholicism and never even agreed with many aspects of it in the first place, I don't like to include it. If you're confused, there's a ceremony called Confirmation, and while I honestly don't even remember the details of it, you adopt the name of a saint you want to stand for, kinda. I chose Catherine just because I liked the name outta my other options. Democrat/republican/other? I classify myself as Independent because I really don't relate well enough to either, but I do know I'm becoming more and more liberal with time. Do you dress according to your mood? My mood? No. I dress with what I feel like wearing at that time, but my actual mood has nothing to do with it. Are you good at doing hair/make up? No. Are you always worried or stressed about something? 24/7, my friend. Can you swim? Yeah. Are you afraid of needles? I don't like them, but I'm not afraid of them. How many kids do you want? Zero. Long/short nails? I keep mine short. Do you like wearing hats? No. Does mall Santa Clauses or Easter bunnies freak you out? Nah, I loved seeing Santa as a kid. :') Would you consider yourself clumsy? I am RIDICULOUSLY clumsy. Do you like when a guy picks you up in his arms? In concept, but I ain't easy to pick up anymore lmao. Do you like hairless cats? I do!! Females, anyway, for... obvious reasons lol. Not having fur makes some things waaay too ~obvious~ otherwise. I would love a sphynx. Do you like the color yellow? No; it's actually one of my most disliked colors. Have you ever seen a cat have a hairball? Yeah. Have you ever had a tooth pulled? Not by a dentist, no, just by myself as a kid when I was losing my baby teeth. When someone says don’t look do you look? It depends on why they're telling me to not look. Have you ever played spin the bottle? No. If you had to name three important details about you, what would you say? I'm a very emotional person, I need a lot of "me" time, and to be aware of my social anxiety so not every interaction I have is perceived as just a dumpster fire. What are your three biggest insecurities? My creativity, my goddamn body, and my lack of social skills. If you could write anonymous letters to three people, who would you send it to and what would you say? Ummm. I can only think of people I miss and don't WANT to be anonymous... Favorite photo of yourself? A senior prom picture I don't have anymore. I looked so, so happy and fuck my low self-esteem, gorgeous. Who are you disappointed with right now? I'm like, permanently disappointed in myself lol. Would you date an 18-year-old at the age you are now? No. My minimum is 21. What question do you hate to answer? "Are you a virgin?" because it's just a confusing answer. It doesn't sound like one at all, but trust me on this. The subject of sex just makes me uncomfortable anyway, so even if I was confident in the answer, I wouldn't want to talk about it. What’s your most listened to song? I don't have a way of actually finding that out, but I'd say I've been listening to "ULTRAnumb" by Blue Stahli quite a lot lately. If you were a performing artist, what would you title your first album? I mean, I don't know. It would depend on what was going on in my life and head at the time. If someone told you you could give one person a present and your budget was unlimited–what present would you get and for whom? A nice car for Mom. She's had the same shitty car for yeeeeeaaaaarrrrrssssss now because she just can't afford a new one; hell, this one was free. A dance friend hit a deer, so the front of the car is messed up, and she bought a new one, but because the car itself was still functional, she gave it to my mom. Mom is so loved at the studio. The car just has various issues by this point, like trouble starting, accelerating, it's bumpy, etc., so it's way past time for a new one. Do you like licorice? NOOOOOOOOOO that's a big 'ole "ew." Have you ever visited your country’s capital city? No, but I've seen it from a distance when riding up to NY. When was the last time you were outdoors for over an hour? WOW. I couldn't even try to guess. What is the shortest amount of time you’ve lived somewhere? The house I was born into. I actually don't know how long Mom and Dad lived there, but I was only in that house as a very little baby. I have zero memories of it. What’s your favorite kind of mint? (Peppermint/wintergreen/spearmint/etc.) ... There's a difference? lol I guess peppermint? What was the last thing to frustrate you? I wanted to draw yesterday, but I didn't know what to draw to even get started. Have you ever been to a bachelor or bachelorette party? No. Did any of your family members serve in WWII? I don't believe so? Well... maybe my grampa did? I don't remember. What’s your favorite kind of salad? Gimme an Olive Garden salad and I will deadass eat the whole bowl. Are you more realistic or idealistic? I'd say I'm more realistic with most things. Are you currently borrowing something from someone? No. Is anyone currently borrowing anything from you? No. What is your last name’s heritage/country of origin? Ireland. When did you last buy a new pair of shoes? What kind? I got new flipflops a year or so back because my old Rainbows were so worn out and blackened my feet. Have you ever experienced culture shock while traveling? If so, where? No. Are you able to see the stars at night where you live? I actually haven't checked since moving here. We're in the suburbs though, so it's questionable. Do you include your middle initial in your signature? Not unless it's required, usually. I think. When's the last time I physically signed anything, anyway? What brand of computer do you have? It's an Acer Nitro. What operating system does that computer run? Windows 10. What’s the oldest piece of clothing that you still own and wear? I don't really know, given how much my weight has fluctuated. Went drastically up, went down, now it's back up. .-. I still own a handful of shirts I want to "shrink back into" from late HS and early college times, but yeah, I don't know if I'll actually achieve that. Is the area in which you live flat, hilly, or mountainous? Flat as my ass. What is your significant other or best friend’s ring tone? No one on my phone has a "special" ringtone. Where do you keep your hair brush? There's a comb I use in a drawer in the bathroom. Which pair of shoes have you owned the longest? Multiple pairs of Converse, also from high school. When’s the last time you were sick at the same time as someone else? I'm very happy to say I don't even recall the last time I was sick. My immune system is the fuckin GOAT. What did you have for breakfast this morning? A pb&j. We've got very little rn, but thankfully Mom's picking up our Wal-Mart order today. Last time you were in pain? If I'm standing, you can bet my legs hurt, so. What color is your mom’s hair? It's growing back totally gray now. Is that also your hair color? Well, no, I'm only 25. Do you watch any daily vloggers on YouTube? Who? No. I watch people who vlog occasionally, but not regularly. It's gotta be people I'm very into to really be interested in vlogs. What room of your house do you usually do your surveys in? Sigh, I'm always in my bedroom. Really hoping Mom and I muster up the motivation to clean up the extra room soon to turn it into my "dayroom" or "office," if you will. What do you put on your tacos? I hate tacos. What is your favorite stuffed animal and where did you get it? I have a bittersweet connection to the adorable plush meerkat Jason gave me for Valentine's our first year together; I always slept with it when we were together by apart, and for a year or so after the breakup. It was a source of comfort for me, so I'm really fond of it. Fella's fur is so worn out and matted down with age and lots of love. He's on my dresser now, towards the front of all my plushies. Last thing you hung up on your wall? My Illidan poster, I believe. Do you have a full length mirror? Yeah, on the back of my door. Is it currently raining? No, finally. It's been raining for like a fuckin week, it seems like. It's finally a clear day. It's nice to hear birds outside. Does anyone you live with talk in their sleep? Does this happen often? I'M the one doing the talking/screaming in my sleep. Thanks, nightmares. When was the last time you cried, or felt tearful? I'm not positive, but I know I had a pretty rough PTSD night not too long ago where I teared up. Did you wake up with a song stuck in your head today? What was it? Ohhh yes; I've been listening to Mother Mother's "Ghosting" on repeat because it's jammed up there. When was the last time you used moisturiser or lotion of some kind? Not too long ago on my hands. They get dry this time of year, and besides, I wash my hands a lot nowadays especially. What was the last thing you owned, that was accidentally broken or damaged? Were you able to get it fixed? My laptop, and yes. Tell me about the last dream you recall having. Was it weird, amusing, etc. So this is pretty wild. I know I had a nightmare last night, but I don't remember it; the night before, however, I had a nightmare about a possibly rabid and ginormous rat (I mean like, smaller dog sized) in the house and trying to bite me. It was SUPER weird, because I was actually afraid of it, yet I absolutely adore rats in real life. What was the last video you watched on YouTube? I've really gotten into John Wolfe (a let's player) lately, and I'm going through his The Evil Within playthrough. Do your parents use any social media at all? My mom has a Facebook, and hilariously, Dad has a Snapchat to talk with my sister Nicole. He has no clue what he's doing with it and it's adorable, haha. Mom also has a Twitter, but she doesn't use it. Is there anyone in your life who regularly asks how your day has been? Regularly, no. I've always been that person, especially in the WoW guild I'm in. I'm very close and comfortable with them and ask how everyone's doing any time I log on. Lovely people who give me some social interaction every day. Tell me something positive about the day you've had. It's still early, but once again, it's pretty and bright outside. Why do you prefer Facebook over MySpace, because I know you do? Ha, you'd be incorrect. MySpace was more personal, so I actually preferred it. But it's obviously long-dead, so I just settle with Facebook. Have you read the Pretty Little Liars series? No. My sister looooves it, though. What product do you use to moisturize your lips? I don't remember, actually... It's in my purse somewhere. When did you start using Xanga? I never have. Be honest, do you judge people on their appearance? Judge, I don't think so. I can make assumptions like everyone else, but I'm not gonna think someone is beneath me just by their attire. Do you know anyone who does not like The Beatles? Me. At least, most songs. "Hey Jude" is good, but everyone agrees with that, haha. Did you have a friend in middle school that you’re now enemies with in high school? I'm long since out of HS. I had a middle school friend who I disconnected with following a fight in high school, but we weren't "enemies," and we reunited our senior year anyway. Aaaaand we're not friends anymore once again lmao. What is one thing you hope your children don’t inherit from you? If I hypothetically wanted kids, God knows I'd hope they wouldn't have my psychological issues. Do you think you’ll be married in 10 years? It'd be nice, anyway. What type of foundation do you wear? None. Who’s the most controlling person you know? Someone I'm no longer friends with, partially because of this. Do males look good in skinny jeans? Yep. Are you for or against guyliner? Ugggghhhhh guyliner makes me weak in the knees. How many jobs have you had? Where do you currently work? Three; nowhere. Who did you last hit? Um, nobody??? What way of self-care do you enjoy the most and what feels more like an obligation? I enjoy my alone time on the computer as the best self-care, especially after being social all day; I don't, however, enjoy the act of performing hygiene care. I still do it, it's just not fun. The feeling afterwards is great, though. Have you ever tried specific diet plans or fads? What made you do it and how did it turn out for you? I was briefly using NutriSystem, which didn't work for me. I hated too much of the food. More recently I stuck with flexible dieting and calorie counting for a while, but I drifted from it when I still lost no fucking weight in like a month. I want to get back to it, though... oh, and intermittent fasting. I don't think it really worked for me yet again, even though I did it correctly, but that and the aforementioned flexible dieting is all I feel like I can handle. I guess I just have to give it longer. Do you know anyone who has been directly affected by COVID-19 e.g. testing positive, losing a loved one, or their job due to the pandemic? Too many people I know have had it or had someone they loved die because of it. Take this shit seriously. Is there a kind of music you only prefer listening to during specific type of activities that you otherwise wouldn’t enjoy under normal circumstances (e.g. EDM while doing sports or instrumental music while studying, etc.)? No; I have to actually enjoy the music. If you had to start a YouTube channel and motivations/skills/resources/any other inhibiting factors weren’t an issue, what would it be about? Either animal (preferrably reptiles) education or let's plays, ig. Has anything ever happened to you that if you told someone about, they would think you’re making it up? I don't believe so. What travel destination or popular spot have you been to that you found overrated? What about a lesser known place that you thought was a hidden gem? I really don't know; I haven't traveled nearly enough for this.

[camillemontespan]

get to know camille! [questions set by mskaneko)

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1. Name (+ bonus why did you choose that name?)

Camille Montespan. I chose her first name because I just find the name Camille to be really pretty. When I started playing TRR, I thought it would be awesome to give her the same last name as a real life noble (Madame de Montespan who was Louis XIV’s mistress). I wanted this American girl to be descended from actual nobility and be more blue blood than the bitchy courtiers she would obviously meet.

2. Faceclaim

Meghan Markle

3. Nicknames

Leo calls her ‘Cammy’

4. Birthday

8th October 1992

5. Height

5′6

6. Eye color

Brown with gold flecks, like an owl (as Drake describes them)

7. Hair color

Black

8. Love interest (why did she choose this person?)

Drake Walker. She chose him because he is the first person she ever met in her life who understood her. He is her soulmate.

9. Best friend

Officially, Olivia Nevrakis. Unofficially, her husband Drake.

10. Personality traits

She is incredibly caring and generous. She always puts others before herself. She can be goofy with her friends and family but when she has her Duchess hat on, she is more reserved; Bertrand taught her well. When she talks to you, she has the gift of making you feel like the only person in the world as she is genuinely interested in what you have to say. She is kind and warm.  Massive worrier. Perfectionist. But don’t underestimate her; she is a lioness protecting her cubs when it comes to Drake and their daughters.

11. Family background

I had a head canon for a long time about her parents but ever since I wrote a fic about them, I can’t bring myself to write the head canon I had for them.

But Camille did live with her grandmother, Gisele.

12. Hometown

New York

13. Education

Graduated high school. 

14. What languages does she know?

French due to her grandmother’s insistence as they are part French. 

15. Occupation

Duchess but also women’s rights activist and podcast creator on the side!

16. Dream job

Therapist so she can meet people and help them :)

17. Hidden talent

Drawing as shown by her drawing time with Lily and Luna

18. Her strengths

She’s a strong lady who shielded her daughter, Lily, from Drake’s alcohol addiction. She also tried to help him with his struggles while keeping him protected from the media and intrusive spotlight. She is fiercely protective of her family who has dealt with many negative opinions about her parenting skills (eg choosing to have her kids attend a ‘normal’ school) and the fact she is not of noble blood (but really, she is, thanks to Madame de Montespan!)

19. Her weaknesses

Worries to the point of becoming sick. A perfectionist; everything has to be just so.

20. Pet peeves

People being late. When Drake turns off her pop music in the car. 

21. Guilty pleasure

90s pop music which she dances to in the kitchen and listens to when she drives Lily to school when it’s her morning to do the drop off. Lily joins in with Britney. 

22. Ideal outfit

Denim shorts, white cotton shirt, strappy sandals. But as a Duchess, she has to wear more sophisticated outfits.

23. Favorite season

Summer as that is when her family escape to Texas and can be free.

24. Favorite vacation spot

Rome for the food, wine and cultural hot spots.

25. Celebrity crush

Hugh Jackman

26. Who is her inspiration

Her husband, Drake. He’s made huge strides with his alcohol addiction and mental health, going so far as to set up his own mental health charity, Mind Over Matter, which focuses on men’s mental health in Cordonia.

27. Whats is the craziest thing she has ever done?

Aside from flying to Cordonia on a whim to take part in a suitor competition…

Cliff diving on her honeymoon. 

28. Describe her dream date

Honestly? Setting up a little den on the terrace with fairylights strung up, a bottle of whiskey, a blanket and Drake.

29. What’s more important for her in a relationship: physical attraction or emotional connection?

Emotional. Although she and Drake are fireworks, Camille needs the emotional connection to be strong. They both understand each other without saying a word. They’re best friends. 

30. Three things she would take to a desert island

Drake, Lily and Luna

31. What is one thing she could never forgive?

All the negative comments made about Drake.

32. What gets her out of bed in the morning?

Literally, Lily bursts through the door with baby Luna in tow so Camille HAS to get up otherwise kids run rampant and Drake gets grumbly.

33. What does she use more often: her intuition or logical reasoning?

Intuition. 

34. Would she rather be alone doing something she enjoy, or doing something she does’t like with her best friends?

Alone doing something she enjoys. She calls these activities ‘Camille Things.’ So, reading her favourite book, practicing yoga, learning to cook a new recipe. Little pockets of joy, you know?

35. What's her biggest regret?

Her grandmother never meeting Drake or her children.

Bonus: three random facts about your MC

She is terrified of heights

She is a terrible driver - she speeds, much to Drake’s horror. He refuses to get in the ‘death seat’ when she’s at the wheel.

Her hair smells of coconut but how it manages to smell so coconut-like is a closely guarded secret ;) (drake calls her his coconut girl).

[bobasheebaby]

100 Boy Meets World Prompts

Cory

1 “And I just want to ask one thing: What's this?” “No, NAME, we were just --“ “Undapants!”

2 “They want you to take the rolls!”

3 “Please pay at the register, honey. And tipping is not a city in China.”

4 “NAME, you're trying to seduce me.”

5 “No, I don't get hit by a bus.” “Why not?” “Because I use the crosswalks, I memorize the bus schedules, and if I've got a husband/wife like NAME, I ain't leavin' the house.”

6 “NAME, just face it, you're afraid to make a commitment.” “I'm not afraid to make a commit -- I've been with NAME for fifteen years!” “Ah, they've been good years.”

7 “Wait, is this you or NAME talking?” “He/She decided we're one person.”

8 “This is raw, hot, unfiltered passion, and that kiss opened the gates.” “There are no gates.” “Oh, there's gates.”

9 “You were one of those kids that enjoy getting spanked, weren't you?” “I always deserved it.”

10 “But I've never failed before.” “There's a first time for everything.” “That argument doesn't get you anywhere with him/her.”

11 “You're not my father/mother, NAME.” “If I were your father/mother, I'd spank you, NAME. Because that's what you deserve. A big spanking! Now take down your pants.

12 “How could you possibly get into this much trouble in one day?” “It didn't take me the whole day.”

13 “It's us against him/her. Living on the edge, babe.” “I like when you call me babe.”

14 “Maybe I'm dreaming. Pinch me! ... Not on the butt.” “Sorry, it was just right there.”

15 “Gee, NAME, I'm looking around the room trying to see if anyone asked your opinion. I don't see anyone. Is anyone? No?”

16 “Did you hear how I referred to myself in the third person for emphasis?” “I thought that was a nice touch.” “NAME did too.”

17 “Finally someone understands my particular genuis.”

18 “First of all, there is a Whipped Magazine. I didn't subscribe; somehow they found me.”

19 “You know, you're a very sexy boy/girl, NAME.” “Really? I'm a sexy boy/girl. Thanks. I can't wait to tell NAME.”

20 “I'm in! Those idiots let me in.”

21 “Well I am shocked and dismayed.” “Well now you can't be both. You be shocked, I'll be dismayed.”

22 “Wear something of mine. What do you want, a jacket or a hat?” “A jacket. I'm very prone to hat head. Sometimes I get it without even wearing a hat.”

23 “So how was your weekend?” “Ah, one of the all time greats. I slept in, I watched TV, I played video games. And Sunday I took it easy.”

24 “I'm supposed to see other people. You're supposed to wait until I die.”

25 “This is so great. I wish NAME was here.”

Shawn

26 “Use a mirror, babe.”

27 “You know, NAME, NAME said something interesting before that got me thinking.” “Wait a minute. NAME got you thinking?” “He/She seemed well rested.”

28 “You listened to NAME.” “Oh my God, I listened to NAME.”

29 “I mean, NAME, you're much cooler than I am. At least I thought you were.” “Trust me, I am.”

30 “Hey, if I had things my way, NAME would walk in the day after the honeymoon and have the whole thing annulled.”

31 “You know, I'd give up on them but I don't think they'd notice.” “What?”

32 “He’s/She's your ex. Let me spell that for you, X.”

33 “Please get out and don't ever come back.”

34 “Yeah, so it's like you're a couple and we're a couple, and we're exactly the same except that --“ “You're married and we're happy.”

35 “Well what kind of stupid thing was it for you to care whether I put you back together again? What are you, Humpty Dumpty?”

36 ��I hate myself.” “You're not alone.”

37 “NAME, his/her lover.” “Oh, very tasteful honey. Did you hear that, NAME?” “NAME, his/her lover.” “Oh, shut up Yoko.”

38 “You're a disgrace to the entire back row.”

39 “You don't think I'm a geek?” “Of course not.” “You think I'm cool?” “Of course not.”

40 “You're thinking too much. Do what I do, don't think.”

41 “You sure that's three cheeses? Because I only see two. Where's the Gouda, pal?”

42 “Don't move. Maybe he/she doesn't see us.

43 “Oh, man, I gotta do something now. Think.” “You gotta think, NAME.” “Ow.” “Thinking cramp?” “Yeah.” “I get those, too.”

44 “Look, NAME, I've been doing some thinking. Ow!”

45 “We have to come up with a plan.” “You know that's so crazy it just may work.” “What may work?” “The plan.” “I didn't tell you what it was.” “That way they can't get it out of me.” “Get what out of you?” “Nice try.”

Topanga

46 “We've waited for this moment all our lives. What are you thinking?” “I can't believe NAME’s not here.” “I love you too.”

47 “NAME!” “Oh, no.” “Oh, don't you run away from me, you old goat.”

48 “NAME. My dear little butt-head. May I call you butt-head?” “Sure.”

49 “I don't want to offend any one and my family's feelings are the most important thing to me. But if she thought I was getting married in that freaking monstrosity, she must have been hitting the sauce.”

50 “Have you looked at him/her?” “Okay, so he’s/she's pretty, he’s/she's tall, he/she drives a new red convertible. Oh heck, I'd go out with him/her.”

51 “NAME, you transparent moron. If you sigh one more time, I'm going to give you something to sigh about.”

52 “You know I could take you.” “You don't want to dance with me, boy/girl.” “You don't see me running, do you?” “Bring it on, NAME.” “It's on.”

53 “That's it. That's it, I've had it! I don't want to put the Sweet & Lo in my purse.”

Eric

54 “Hey, little bro/sis. Life's tough, get a helmet.”

55 “So I said to myself, NOT THEIR NAME --“ “NOT THEIR NAME?” “That's what I call myself.”

56 “I'll do it. I'm the oldest.” “Actually, I'm the oldest.” “Yeah, but I've lived the longest.”

57 “I don't know what's going to happen to me. But I know I'm gonna be a good person who cares about people. And I blame you for that.”

58 “I sort of thought you guys would keep my room the way it is.” “Actually, NICKNAME, for that I think you have to be unexpectedly killed by a truck or something.”

59 “What are you going to do when your hair grows back?” “It's not going to grow back. I got my receipt!”

60 “I'm dead.” “I'm dead.” “I'll get as sick as you can get without actually dying.”

61 “NAME, one word: You're with me.”

62 “NAME, I think he’s/she's a witch. And not a good witch like Glinda, a bad witch like with the monkeys.”

63 “NAME, what are you doing to me? We had a deal. You and FRIEND are so perfect for each other you should be married!” “I'm not ready.”

64 “Oh, look at that. You wobble like a weeble!”

65 “Don't you see what you're going through? This is your middle east crisis.” “Middle age crisis.”

66 “Of all the nights to fight, I mean Halloween, this is the one holiday that's supposed to bring loved ones together.”

67 “How can I let it go when it haunts my very thought?”

68 “By the way, that last paper you wrote, I couldn't stop thinking about it.” “That's because it was smut! ‘My lips quivered.’ -- it was filth. It was screamy filth.”

69 “You can't do that, NAME.” “Why are you calling me NAME?” “Because that's your human name.”

70 “Stay out of this, NAME, it's a one man/woman mission. ... Will you help me?”

Mr. Feeny

71 “Don't you mean ‘do well’?” “No, I mean do good.”

72 “You are the worst babysitter that ever lived.” “And your children are the spawn of Satan.”

73 “I was expecting you. Today, tomorrow, yesterday. It was only a matter of time.”

74 “How are we supposed to get home?” “Wait 'til it's dark. Then run, very quickly.”

75 “You're still moving away? Ah, for the love of Mike, stop with the mind games, man.” “You know this is the reason I can't sell my house.”

76 “I know my man/woman.” “It's like we have one brain.” “Yes, well. That's too easy.”

77 “Ho, ho. Is that the stupid idea train coming 'round the bend?”

78 “Oh, I think you're much more stupid than you give yourselves credit for.”

79 “Well, since you're not set on a name for the baby, I, myself, have always been partial to THEIR NAME.”

80 “I'm not responsible for Dream THEIR NAME!”

81 “For years I've seen you give advice to everybody, but never me. Why is that?!” “You don't ask.”

82 “The guy on our couch eating our beer nuts.” “Mmm, nutty.”

83 “Wait a minute. Maybe we should all just think for a second.” “No, NAME and I tried that. It doesn't work.”

Jack

84 “You don't know what it's like to live here, man. You don't.” “Why do you stay?” “Because ... he’s/she's my friend. Because I like him/her. And no matter what crazy things he/she says or does, I still like him/her. God help me I still like him/her.”

85 “You know, NAME, I'm having trouble opening this jar.” “That's because it's a can.”

86 “I can't be poor. I'm too good looking to be poor.”

87 “I would never pay for that shirt.”

88 “He's/She’s too passive. He/She needs to voice his/her opinions more.” “Ooh, NAME, what do you think about that?” “I don't know.”

Angela

89 “You guys are our closest friends, but we are sick and tired of you!”

90 “Because I'd rather give him/her attention for acting normal.” “Oh, honey. We know that's never going to happen.”

91 “Let me ask you this, in all the time you were with NAME, did he ever call out the name S/O NAME?” “No, but he called out the name PERSON ANAME.” “In what context?”

92 “No, I was just a little surprised seeing you here, eating my food, which is mine.” — Rachel

Alan

93 “It's quarter after three. Only creeps and wierdos are up now.” [person c enters]

94 “Anything happens to NAME, I'll kill you.” “You like him/her better than me.” [person a nods]

95 “I have an incomplete future.” “Of course you have an incomplete future. The future's always incomplete. When it's complete, people tend to call it the past.”

96 “You chose FRIEND over your own flesh and blood? You're dead to me.”

Amy

97 “I don't like it when you call him/her an idiot, NAME.” “I didn't call him/her anything.” “Oh, well I guess I must have thought it in my head.”

98 “NAME, we used you as a decoy. We knew you'd be stupid so we used it against you.”

99 “What happened? I used to be good.” “NAME, I say this with love and respect. You were never good.”

100 “We're just asking you to get us off the hook.” “No. This is your hook, you're going to hang there like the worms you are.”

[corvvii]

Another Interview with Leonnaux Altoix

1. What is the name you go by?

“Leonnaux, though most of Alizarine refers to me as ‘Leon.’ I don’t mind it, really; it certainly has a ring to it. Funnily enough, my girlfriend actually refers to me fully as ‘Leonnaux,’ barring any pet names! At the end of the day, it comes down to preference and how willing one is to navigate bullshite Elezen names, I suppose.”

2. What is your real name?

He hesitates. “Leonnaux Altoix.”

*OOC Note: Lie detected. His real name is Leonnaux Declurais. He uses an assumed surname to distance himself from his family back in Gridania, and make himself feel closer to his long-missing father.

3. Do you know why you are named that?

“Why is anyone named anything? I suppose my mother just liked the name, I suppose. As for Altoix... I’m not sure where it comes from.”

4. Are you single or taken?

“I’m in a relationship, aye. Her name is Edda Vincents. We’ve not been without our difficulties, particularly erm... Recently, but that comes with the territory, I think. I do my best to support her, when she’ll let me, and I’ll love her always.” Mushy as it is, a big grin breaks across his lips and he gives a stern nod.

5. Have any abilities or powers?

“I’m versed in magic, if that’s what you’re asking. Namely, I practice arcanima, and would consider myself reasonably skilled at it, although I struggle with the, erm... Putting the theory into practice occasionally. Other than that, I’m skilled with arcanima, and... Well... I don’t think that qualifies as a power, really...” He trails off in a huff.

*OOC Note: Leon has the Echo (visions only), but he doesn’t know what it is. These visions are also liable to make him very, very sick, and he has no idea what causes them, so as far as he’s concerned at the moment they’re just an unfortunate medical condition.

6. What is your favorite food?

“Um! That’s actually pretty tough. I would wager... Uh... Well. At the moment, I really like these pastries that they sell in the lobby of the Sultana’s Breath...”

7. What’s your eye color?

“Blue.”

8. How about your hair color?

“Black.”

9. Have you any family members?

“... None that I’m on speaking terms with.”

10. What about pets?

“I have a cat, uh... Though I guess she doesn’t really belong to me so much as I plucked her out of an antique shop and now she kind of wanders around The Goblet and visits me whenever she either finds something interesting or wants attention or food. She has a cute little hat--oh. I also have a copperfish. But that’s not interesting.”

11. Now tell me about something you don’t like?

“At length? I think I’ll spare you the trouble... I despise people who put their bloodthirst before anything else. They ought to know better than anyone that lives have weight; to believe otherwise is to paint yourself as a psychopath. I’m also not particularly fond of tribal people, oh—But Edda would get onto me if she knew I said that out loud. And before you say anything: yes, I’m a Duskwight. No, you don’t understand the intricacies of why we are regarded as we are.”

12. Do you have any hobbies/activities you like?

“I enjoy... Studying. Gambling, from time to time. Reading drama. And drinking. Spending time with Edda... Chewing the fat with my coworkers... I’ll listen to a good bard from time to time. That shite takes me back; had things been different, maybe I could have been the one up on stage...!”

13. Ever hurt anyone before?

“Physically? Emotionally? Physically, I struggle to think I could hurt anyone. I’m hardly a grisled warrior like Ben or Jin. Some harm to body may have resulted, a few times, from spells I’ve cast, but I try to keep my spells benign. Emotionally? ... Certainly.”

14. Ever killed anyone?

“No, and I refuse to allow myself to be responsible for taking a life, even by proxy.””

15. What kind of animal are you?

“Caw?” He does a remarkable impression of a crow.

16. Name your worst habits.

“I have been told racism. Drinking, occasionally to excess. But I will not have it said that I’m not principled.”

17. Do you look up to anyone at all?

“Not many, being an Elezen.” He pauses. “What? Fine. I suppose I look up to a few people; Edda chief among them, but of course I’d admire her. Beyond that, I suppose Madison most times and Khada some others. I haven’t been in a position to be mentored or otherwise subservient to another in a very long time. That is not to say I’m not open to being taught a few things, but it makes coming up with people I look up to difficult... Considering the kinds of crowds I tend to run with. Of all my endeavors, Alizarine is the only one that is clean.”

18. Gay, straight, or bisexual?

“You’re asking about my sexual preferences, right? I’m happily taken. But if I weren’t, I think I could see myself as easily with a man as I could a woman.”

19. Do you go to school?

“I never went to school. I was taught how to read and do basic maths by a family friend, and then everything else I know, I taught myself.”

20. Do you ever want to marry and have kids one day?

“Uh... The idea of getting married is... Not altogether unappealing, but I don’t think I’m ready for such a major step. As for children... I would make a shite father. So no.”

21. Do you have fanboys/fangirls?

“Do I have any what?”

22. What are you most afraid of?

“... Being alone again, I suppose. Before Edda, and way before Alizarine, I was pretty much... A shut-in? A recluse? I didn’t mind that life at the time, but I feel so much... Better now that I’m not. Edda pulled me out of some dark places. I don’t want to go back to them.”

23. What do you usually wear?

“Things so marvellously stylish that you will wonder how I afforded them! The boots are Fen-Yll.”

24. Do you love someone?

“As we’ve been over a few times: yes.”

25. When was the last time you wet yourself?

“What the fuck kind of question is that? I’m an adult! The last time I would have wet myself would be as a wee bab.”

26. What do you think is the worst act someone can commit?

“That’s a toss-up between murder and sex crimes. Selling off people as if they were livestock is also horrid. I have my hands in a few untoward things, but you will never see me with a finger in any of those pies.”

27. What class are you? (high class, middle class, low class)

“... Upper-middle? I’m no member of the Syndicate, but I’m hardly poor. I own property. I run a research company. I’m comfortable.”

28. How many friends do you have?

“... Uh...” He starts counting on his fingers, then seems to reconsider. “A few.”

29. What are your thoughts on pie? Cake?

“Both are excellent, especially apple pie and apple cake, which I promise exists. My mother used to make it for us all the time as kids using faerie applies she’s pick from these trees on the—Oh, I made myself sad.”

30. Favorite drink?

“Alcoholic? I fancy myself a bit of a mixologist these days, so I’ve come up with a few interesting combinations that I enjoy. Chief among them are Gold Court cocktails, on sale frequently at The Cloak & Dagger. I also like the restaurant’s titular cocktail... As for non-alcoholic, lassi is good. Fruit juices. Water. I don’t sit down and drink milk, really, but sometimes I get... Cravings?”

31. What’s your favorite place?

“Home. Or The Brimming Heart, in the Goblet.”

32. Are you interested in someone?

“I’m in a relationship! Of course I’m interested in her!”

33. What’s your bra cup size and/or how big is your willy?

“Ask Edda.”

34. Would you rather swim in a lake or the ocean?

“A lake... Because the water is calmer, and I’m not a strong swimmer...”

35. What’s your type?

“I’m not sure that I have one, honestly. I’m in a relationship, but I think anyone who was kind and willing to tolerate my bullshite for more than five minutes would have had a chance.” He laughs. “If—and this is a big if—I ever have to find out if I do, indeed have a type that I’m habitually attracted to... You’ll be the first to know. But for now, my type is Edda Vincents.”

36. Any fetishes?

He turns bright red considering the question, then shakes his head.

37. Seme or uke? Dominant or submissive?

“I don’t know what the former two are... Is it a Hingan thing...? Uh... As for the latter...” He’s still bright red. “It depends on the mood?”

38. Camping or indoors?

“Indoors.”

39. You are trapped on a desert island. What 5 items do you take with you if you can?

“I would avoid being trapped on the desert island in the first place! Other than that... My linkpearls, my grimoire, a quill, a map of the realm, and...? Ugh! This is hard.”

40. You have found a genie! What are your three wishes, not counting getting more wishes.

“I would wish for the power to bring those who have wronged the people I care about to justice. Uh... Wow, that sounds deep but it’s really not. Let’s go money, happiness, food. that works just as well. Right?”

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[gayghosttt]

I wanna hear your answers to your questions thingie ☺️

Thank you I am avoiding studying for 3 finals rn lmao

1: when you have cereal, do you have more milk than cereal or more cereal than milk? More cereal, I do not like milk at all it makes me feel sick Every time lmao

2: do you like the feeling of cold air on your cheeks on a wintery day? Y e s I love being cold

3: what random objects do you use to bookmark your books? mm usually a sticky note

4: how do you take your coffee/tea? I don’t really like tea but I usually have some kind of cold coffee or with cream and 2 sugar if its hot

5: are you self-conscious of your smile?  mmm kind of yes

6: do you keep plants? I don’t currently have any but I love having them

7: do you name your plants?  yes!!

8: what artistic medium do you use to express your feelings? currently more words than visual art

9: do you like singing/humming to yourself? sometimes, I mostly do it in my head though

10: do you sleep on your back, side, or stomach?  I almost always sleep on my left side but I sometimes sleep on my right side or back

11: what's an inner joke you have with your friends? long boy, CRACKS PANTS, What if i was Straight

12: what's your favorite planet? mm I actually don’t know a whole lot about any of them but I think neptune is Very pretty

13: what's something that made you smile today? my friend paige and I sent each other christmas cards and I got hers in the mail today!!

14: if you were to live with your best friend in an old flat in a big city, what would it look like? there would be his nerdy video game stuff Everywhere and my books and movies everywhere and a little bit of glitter on everything lmao

15: go google a weird space fact and tell us what it is! it is quiet Everywhere in space

16: what's your favorite pasta dish? lasagna is the actual love of my life

17: what color do you really want to dye your hair?  BLUE OR DARK PURPLE

18: tell us about something dumb/funny you did that has since gone down in history between you and your friends and is always brought up. I do alot of dumb things lmao but last semester when I lived in a residence hall with my friends i was always shouting IM GAY down the hallway or kicking my leg up high to put it on the window ledge

19: do you keep a journal? what do you write/draw/ in it? I am very forgetful so I never keep a journal or sketchbook consistently 

20: what's your favorite eye color? brown

21: talk about your favorite bag, the one that's been to hell and back with you and that you love to pieces. I don’t really have a bag that’s lasted a super long time but my little blue makeup bag used to be my sister’s and I’ve been using it since high school 

22: are you a morning person? If I’ve slept enough then yes but when I have classes at 8 am,, no

23: what's your favorite thing to do on lazy days where you have 0 obligations?  sleep in and watch movies

24: is there someone out there you would trust with every single one of your secrets? mmm probably Steven? He knows most of them already

25: what's the weirdest place you've ever broken into? THE CHURCH PARKING LOT WE GOT LOCKED INTO TOGETHER AT NIGHT

26: what are the shoes you've had for forever and wear with every single outfit? I rotate between like 3 pairs but I have some beat up black high tops I’ve had since high school that I love

27: what's your favorite bubblegum flavor? usually just minty gum

28: sunrise or sunset?  sunset

29: what's something really cute that one of your friends does and is totally endearing? steven calls me everytime he’s driving home from school and we always say I love you before hanging up its gay and i love him v much

30: think of it: have you ever been truly scared? yes a few times

31: what is your opinion of socks? do you like wearing weird socks? do you sleep with socks? do you confine yourself to white sock hell? really, just talk about socks. okay I get judged for it alot but I wear socks 24/7 I have Too many socks and theyre all cute and yes I wear socks to bed and I wear them all the fricking time I am uncomfy being barefoot

32: tell us a story of something that happened to you after 3AM when you were with friends. Nothing recently but last semester I used to stay up until like 4 am with alot of my friends watching movies and one time like 10 of us watched star wars and had snacks and had a big cuddle pile sleepover on the floor

33: what's your fave pastry? chocolate croissants 

34: tell us about the stuffed animal you kept as a kid. what is it called? what does it look like? do you still keep it? mm I have a bunch still bc alot of them were given to me by someone sepcial/ for special reasons and one of my favorites is a pink bear with a dodgers hat that was from my dad when I was a kid

35: do you like stationary and pretty pens and so on? do you use them often? I do! If I have stationary I’ll use it to send people mail

36: which band's sound would fit your mood right now? currently I’m listening to lana del rey and its fitting

37: do you like keeping your room messy or clean?  I am an organized messy person so I am like half and half

38: tell us about your pet peeves! when people invite themselves over/ just show up without asking, opening doors without knocking, chewing with your mouth open

39: what color do you wear the most? black

40: think of a piece of jewelry you own: what's it's story? does it have any meaning to you? I have a black ring I wear everyday that was from my sister and it makes me think of her since we don’t currently live in the same house while im at college

41: what's the last book you remember really, really loving? How to remodel a man by w. bruce cameron, I found it at the library and got it just bc it sounded like a funny title and it was genuinely the funniest book I’ve ever read I loved it 

42: do you have a favorite coffee shop? describe it! Either 85 degrees down the street from me bc its really cute and the chocolate bread there is Amazing or coffee bean in my city cause it has a v nice atmosphere and the baristas all know my sister so they’re really friendly

43: who was the last person you gazed at the stars with? I have no idea actually

44: when was the last time you remember feeling completely serene and at peace with everything? ???????????

45: do you trust your instincts a lot?  I try to

46: tell us the worst pun you can think of.  earlier Aaron and I were roasting Morrissey and I said that when moz cancels shows/doesnt show up bc he’s sick its like he just sneezes once and then he’s like,,, oh my god am I,,, Still Ill

47: what food do you think should be banned from the universe?  tuna

48: what was your biggest fear as a kid? is it the same today? I don’t really remember tbh

49: do you like buying CDs and records? what was the last one you bought? yes!! last record was the Uni single release and its clear and v cool and the last cd was a paul mccartney one i think 

50: what's an odd thing you collect? pins mostly

51: think of a person. what song do you associate with them? I associate alot of music with a lot of people but one song that reminds me of you is little queenie by sad girl

52: what are your favorite memes of the year so far?  the one of the white guy making a confused face is maybe my fav

53: have you ever watched the rocky horror picture show? heathers? beetlejuice? pulp fiction? what do you think of them? rocky and heathers and beetlejuice yes and I love them all v much, I watched pulp fiction once at like 3 am and i slept through alot of it by accident so I cannot give an accurate opinion

54: who's the last person you saw with a true look of sadness on their face? my sister

55: what's the most dramatic thing you've ever done to prove a point? im not sure but my middle name is dramatic So

56: what are some things you find endearing in people? when they genuinely want to know about how your day was, when they remember something you said a long time ago, when they bring you something out of the blue because they know you like it

57: go listen to bohemian rhapsody. how did it make you feel? did you dramatically reenact the lyrics? yes alsways it is one of the best songs ever

58: who's the wine mom and who's the vodka aunt in your group of friends? why?  I don’t currently have a solid Group of friends but between us I would say you are probably wine mom and i am vodka aunt lmao

59: what's your favorite myth? I love a lot but rn I love the loch ness monster 

60: do you like poetry? what are some of your faves? yes but currently none are coming to mind lmao

61: what's the stupidest gift you've ever given? the stupidest one you've ever received? sometimes I give steven glitter bc i love it and he Hates it lmao but I’m not sure if I’ve ever really gotten a stupid gift?

62: do you drink juice in the morning? which kind? nope, usually just water

63: are you fussy about your books and music? do you keep them meticulously organized or kinda leave them be? organized, not necessarily alphabetical or anything but I like things by the same author or artist to be together 

64: what color is the sky where you are right now? black

65: is there anyone you haven't seen in a long time who you'd love to hang out with? alot of my high school and college pals

66: what would your ideal flower crown look like? mmm probably a lot of dark red roses and little white flowers

67: how do gloomy days where the sky is dark and the world is misty make you feel? kinda depends but usually I like them

68: what's winter like where you live? usually cold and kinda rainy but lately its still in the 80s and hot

69: what are your favorite board games? bingo always

70: have you ever used a ouija board? no and I Maybe would??

71: what's your favorite kind of tea? not super into tea but i don’t mind green tea

72: are you a person who needs to note everything down or else you'll forget it?  v much so

73: what are some of your worst habits? procrastinating, leaving water bottles on the floor, ignoring instructions 

74: describe a good friend of yours without using their name or gendered pronouns. they have brown hair and glasses and really pretty eyes and live in another country and are so sweet and remind me of a little fox

75: tell us about your pets! I don’t have any but my siblings both have fish and barry is my fav little guppy even though he’s a rude drama queen

76: is there anything you should be doing right now but aren't? studying for my finals

77: pink or yellow lemonade? both but I like pink alot

78: are you in the minion hateclub or fanclub? h a t e

79: what's one of the cutest things someone has ever done for you? one of my friends used to make me mixtape cds alot

80: what color are your bedroom walls? did you choose that color? if so, why? at college they’re just white bc its a dorm but at home they’re blue and my dad and I painted them secretly one summer lmao

81: describe one of your friend's eyes using the most abstract imagery you can think of. looks like the inside of a blue gelpen

82: are/were you good in school? I try to be, I’ve always had a hard time in math and science classes but I’m good with artsy and english classes

83: what's some of your favorite album art? I have,,, to many to pick from

84: are you planning on getting tattoos? which ones? currently no? I’m very indecisive so I’m not sure what I would get bc I would want it to have a special meaning

85: do you read comics? what are your faves? not really but I wouldn’t mind

86: do you like concept albums? which ones? probably alot but ziggy stardust and sgt pepper come to mind first

87: what are some movies you think everyone should watch at least once in their lives? eraserhead, big fish, and casablanca

88: are there any artistic movements you particularly enjoy? mmm yes probably alot but rn I really like zines

89: are you close to your parents? my dad yes my mom is very up and down

90: talk about your one of you favorite cities. I really love the Manhattan Beach area it’s always made me really happy since I was a kid something about it just always feels welcoming and familiar to me

91: where do you plan on traveling this year? not sure

92: are you a person who drowns their pasta in cheese or a person who barely sprinkles a pinch? depends on the pasta but generally I like alot of cheese

93: what's the hairstyle you wear the most? It’s always the same fluffy messy curly besides when I put it up in a little ponytail sometimes

94: who was the last person you know to have a birthday? my friend tori from high school

95: what are your plans for this weekend? going back home and Finally sleeping alot

96: do you install your computer updates really quickly or do you procrastinate on them a lot? it usually takes me about a week to finally stop being lazy and do them

97: myer briggs type, zodiac sign, and hogwarts house? I think I was ensj or insj or something like that last time i checked, I’m a gemini and I have no idea about my hogwarts house lmao

98: when's the last time you went hiking? did you enjoy it? probably a few years ago and it was pretty okay

99: list some songs that resonate to your soul whenever you hear them. there are a Lot but lust for life by the band girls always reminds me of myself and i’m listening to flatsound rn and alot of his music hits me hard bc I feel like that alot

100: if you were presented with two buttons, one that allows you to go 5 years into the past, the other 5 years into the future, which one would you press? why? as much as I would like to have things back from my past I would probably say future, I’d like to skip ahead a bit to when some things have changed and are hopefully better

[loggedonlove]

long ask post

so i just rbed this post with questions to ask about ones s/o or crush. i rly wanna answer them all but no one on my main cares and even if they did i wouldn’t wanna spam them. but the good thing abt this blog is only like 3 ppl follow me so i can shout my adoration as much as i want and it does not matter :D so i’m just gonna answer all the questions under the cut and if anyone sees this and wants to read it, though i doubt they will, they can! (i already answered two on my main so those’ll just be copy and pasted)

1. describe them in 3 words

cute, funny, sweet

2. their favorite style of clothing?

he looks like a walking hollister ad lmao like i see his style and i just think hollister/abercrombie/zumies. lots of striped tops, dark jeans, not hoodies but like long sleeved shirts with hoods that he doesn’t ever use, converse, and many dad hats that he wears backwards

3. what mannerisms do they have?

i can’t really think of any besides the fact that he shakes a lot. he’s really skinny and he shakes when he’s either cold or nervous, or just in general

4. do they play an instrument?

he doesn’t yet but he really wants a piano keyboard for christmas that’s like the only thing he wants so that he can learn how to play

5. how did you meet/become introduced to them?

(copied from my main)  this is not a long story that may become long due to my unneeded context: we have 2 classes together this fall semester, but he sits behind me in both (directly behind me in one, a few rows back in the other) so i essentially had 0 idea he existed since i just go to class to learn & ignore the people around me unless i’m spoken to. genuinely the first time i ever noticed him was a month into classes, i accidentally grabbed the wrong paper & he was like “hey celeste, this one’s yours” & i was like “oh thank you” then went abt my business. but later that same class we had been in the computer lab & as we were packing up to leave he made a comment abt how my computer’s time was different than everyone else’s so i said some dumb shit like “haha yeah i broke it” then just immediately walked away because i had a class to get to (ironically the other class i shared with him). as i learned later he had been trying to start a conversation so as i was walking to my next class he caught up with me & just continued talking. all i remember was being like “wow this dude’s persistent.” i definitely came off as rude though bc the entire time he was talking to me i kept looking at my phone bc i was logging into our textbook. it was then i found out he was in that class too, & then it took me like another week to figure out his name because i didn’t remember it from the introductions during the first week. but it all worked out because we’re dating now 🤷🏻‍♀️

6. favorite thing they’ve ever said/texted/messaged?

honestly he says the sweetest things to me all the time it’s so hard to choose. i remember before we dated though he said i looked lovely and i was just like *heart eyes*

7. what do you like doing with them?

anything, legit anything. he could call me and be like “hey wanna come watch paint dry with me” and i would be like “hell yes.” i just enjoy spending time with him. but i also really like cuddling him, i could for hours on end he’s very comfortable

8. their favorite color?

i’m not sure, i know he’s said he likes orange, yellow, and black (maybe blue too?) and apparently he’s been told he looks extra good in pink because in his words, he looks good in every color. but yeah i’m not sure of his absolute favorite

9. do they keep up to date on pop culture?

i think it just depends on if it’s something he likes. i think he keeps up to date on a lot of music because he likes a lot of popular artists i don’t pay attention to, and he likes football or at least cares about keeping up with his favorite team

10. sweetest thing they’ve done for you?

this is gonna be another unnecessarily long story. this was before we started dating, it was a thursday so that meant we had our two classes, english then stats right after that, and when stats ends he has to go to his sociology class and i get picked up by my mom. we would typically talk during the time in between english and stats, and he was telling me that he was super sick and he was going to be skipping his sociology class and that he was only going to stats because of our test. we’re in college so teachers typically just do tests at the end of the class and if you finish before class is done you get to go early. so i took my time doing my test and finished with like 30 minutes to spare and when i went to go to the door i saw he was gone and i was like oh that makes sense, he’s ill and said he wanted to go home to sleep. so i walk out to the lobby to wait for my mom (a long wait since i got out early and had no way of letting her know that, plus she’s just always late) and i see him in one of the spots i usually sit in. i was surprised but assumed he had a reason to still be there so i just started talking to him about the test but after that i was like “soooo why are you still here, did you decide you were gonna go to your next class?” and he’s like “oh no i just wanted to wait with you.” like he was just feeling terrible and could’ve went home whenever he wanted (he said he would’ve driven me home but didn’t feel like he should with how ill he was) yet he decided to wait with me for like 30 minutes for my mom even though i said he didn’t have to it was so nice :(

11/12. have you dreamed about them/have they dreamed about you?

i’ve dreamed about him a few times but the thing w mine is that i dream about things/people i think about or see a lot, so the fact that he’s on my mind and i see him nearly every day plays a role. none of my dreams make sense so it’s never anything sweet, he’s just there. he has said he’s had at least one dream about me though, and his dreams are the opposite like he said he just always has romantic dreams that make sense and i was in one :3c

13. can they dance?

every time i hang out with him he dances. like every car ride he puts on music and dances to it while driving, he’ll dance in the middle of any public place, or even when we’re just eating/laying down. it’s usually either him just moving around or fortnite dances specifically to annoy me, but it’s cute

14. what does hugging them feel like?

sosososo nice and warm and safe

15. your favorite thing about them?

i like his personality a lot, he’s really funny and nice, i don’t think it’s possible for me not to smile when he’s talking or being himself

16. their favorite thing about you?

i don’t know, he would probably say my personality too

17. best memory of you together?

another i don’t know, i’ve only been talking to him for two months so that’s not a lot of time to have a favorite memory since there’s so few. probably just the first time we kissed, i think that’s what he would say

18. what are they like when they’re tired?

not much different honestly, but he says he’s always tired so that’s probably why. when he’s tired he just says he’s tired and acts no different. according to him i’m nicer when i’m tired

19/20. could you imagine growing old together with them? could they?

god i don’t know, i’m incapable of thinking that far ahead. we’re both people who, when we date, aim for long-term so i don’t want to be like “we’ll probably only date for a year” because if i think like that it’s destined to fail but i also don’t want to be like “we’re gonna be together forever” because we’ve only known each other for two months. i prefer to just take it as it comes and not try to look forward to anything specific. we’re together for however long we’re together, i have no way of knowing that duration. it could be until next month, it could be until my death, we’ll see. i imagine he’d say the same thing

21. what would an ideal date with them be?

like i said, he could ask me to watch paint dry with him and i’d do it. any time with him is an ideal date. i like going out and doing things but i would probably lean more towards “let’s cuddle and nap for like 5 hours”

22. are they competitive?

yes, especially when someone is a sore loser. like he beat me in bowling twice yesterday and even though i was cool with it he was like “i’m still gonna brag.” but i’m competitive too so it’s a good match

23. what do you do together?

anything. mostly just talk, cuddle, watch stuff, play video games, do homework together, and if there’s something to go out and do then we’ll do it

24. which smells remind you of them?

(copied from my main)  his favorite smell is this yankee candle called festival of lights and he always has it burning when i come over so definitely that

25. do they remind you of any music?

just the music he likes, i don’t associate any of my music with him. he plays his music a lot so whenever i think of artists like lil peep or scotty sire i just think of him, plus the dozens of other people he’s made me listen to (not that i mind)

26/27. could you tell them your biggest secret? could they tell you theirs?

i probably will soon, obv not gonna say what to the entire internet but it’s an important thing. he’s told me his most embarrassing thing about himself which i didn’t think was too bad, i don’t know if he counts that as his biggest secret or not

28. how do you greet each other?

depends on where. whenever he picks me up i say hi/hey, if i walk into class i just smile at him because it feels weird to start having a conversation in a dead quiet class where no one knows we’re dating. i never kiss or hug him as a greeting but i do as a goodbye, not sure why

29/30. what makes you blush that they do? what makes them blush that you do?

he’s only made me blush once but i can’t remember what he said that made me do it, i only blush when i’m embarrassed. i don’t think i’ve ever made him blush, not that i know of

31/32. would you say you love them? would they say they love you?

way too soon for that BUT the other day he accidentally said it when saying goodbye as a force of habit because he always says “bye love you” to his friends/family. i didn’t notice because he said it super quickly before he realized but then he told me about it a few days later. i could picture myself loving him one day though. right now i’d say i adore him

thank you to anyone who read this and got this far if you did. this was really fun i just love talking about himmmm even if no one sees it, it’s just nice to gush uwu

[monofazz]

Flug’s new guardian

@weevmo I FINISHED THE FIRST BIT OF MY FIC FOR YOU! XD

CHRIST I LOVE THIS SO MUCH AUGH. SMOL FLUG IS THE BEST.

HOPE YOU LIKE IT

Flug had lived in the orphanage all his life.

He couldn’t remember his parents or where he had come from. The old, but well taken care of building served him as his home along with many other children. The two adults that ran the place were Jenny and Martin Filterworth. A couple who, by the rumours that circled the household, weren’t ever able to have children of their own, so they settled with taking care of kids who had no living relatives or were abandoned by their own kin.

Flug didn’t really know if his parents were alive or not. They had never told them his situation, but he had the darkest feeling that he was dumped at their front doorstep by his mysterious parents and left in the orphanage’s care as they ran off and out of his life.

In his time in his shared home, he was reclusive and shy, preferring to play on his own or take trips to the library to borrow books, or movies if they had any interesting ones to watch, like Star Trek or something on the lines of that, rather than playing with the other kids. They all tease and bully him anyways, so why stick around them if you’re just going to end up in tears?

But there was no escaping them forever, he practically lives with them, after all. So when Flug gets beaten up, he’ll put on a paper bag (with cut-out eyeholes for him to see.) and his conveniently long play lab coat to hide his injuries from his wardens. If they saw what happened to him, there would be questions and he’d have to answer them. This will only get him in more trouble with his tormentors.

Now that he was eight years of age, and freshly rejected in another round of parents looking to adopt, Jenny looked at him sympathetically.

“Someone will adopt you one day, don’t you worry, Flug.” She gave him a little pat on the head and followed the parents to do the final checks and approve of the Adoption Agreements papers.

The child sighed, mirthless and sat on one of the colourful kiddie chairs, a contrast of Flug’s gloomy mood. Would I ever be adopted?  He wondered to himself, So many kids I know had already gone to good families. There are articles around that say orphanages cannot take care of children once they reach a certain age. They haven’t specified. Am I getting too old? Where would I go once I reach the age limit? The articles haven’t said anything about this either! Am I going to get thrown into the street? Do I have to live in a cluttered dark alley?! I don’t want to live on garbage!

Flug started to panic and he quickly shoved his paper bag over his head— he used it for almost every situation now— and wrapped his scientist coat closer into his body and tried steady his hyperventilated breathing. He was only young! He read enough books and movies to know that the cruel outside world are not meant for children. It was for fully-fledged adults, who have learnt the ways of the world and how to survive, and even to flourish and live without worries.

But Flug hasn’t learnt everything yet! Not even half of it! A quarter of it! What will he do? What can he do? He can’t do anything, he was stuck, and only someone who is willing to take him in could get him out! He was helpless, so helpless!

Someone needs to save him now!

As if his prayers were answered, Flug heard the opening of the front door, jumping in fright when the door collided with a BANG against the pastel painted wall. When Flug turned around to see whoever stranger came in, he choked in a gasp.

Standing at the door, in a fine tailor-made suit and top hat, the most terrifying person Flug had ever seen. Can he even call it a person?

With it’s purple hued skin and a lack of nose, not mention his array of sharp teeth that seemed to grow with his smile, was a colour of a dull swamp green. Just everything about him screamed ‘Monster!’

Flug quickly turned away when the man set his one visible eye on him, the other was hidden behind his silver framed monocle. Flug could feel his heart accelerating and his hands shaking. You idiot! He whispered to himself in his mind. Idiot, idiot, idiot.

Shaking now, he grabbed a pencil and hurriedly scribbled drawings and math problems to go with it. This usually calmed him down. This should work…

If somebody… somebody took an unknown number of balls out of the bag… then… then… if the next person took twice as much than the first… and the third, thrice than first… then… then if there was… if the bag was empty and there were 48… balls in all….all…48… 7… 24... bags…

The man was right next to him, and he could feel his gaze drilling into him. Flug shook so badly, that he could have looked blurry.

Flug broke his pencil. This seemed to tip him off the edge and he sped off, unable to bear the man’s presence any longer. He could hear the maniacal laugh echoing in his ears long after he left the room.

Martin frowned at the man that came in, Flug hiding behind his legs.

“Excuse me sir? I’m Martin Filterworth, one of the owners of the orphanage. Are you here to adopt a child?” asked Martin carefully.

Flug decided to find his only father figure in this place to see why this scary, malicious man was here for.  He was looking rather out of place on the kiddie chairs that scattered the room; there weren’t any chairs for adults for him to sit in.

The man looked at his gloved hand, then back to Martin, “Well, why else would I be here for?”

Flug didn’t think of this, but he didn’t really imagine some terrifying man like him to stride in for this reason.

“Well, sir, uh…” Martin frowned at the other man, and Flug held onto his pants tighter. The child could tell Martin was trying to keep his disturbed reaction to this humanoid creature, “Do you think you are capable of taking care of a child?”

“Of course I am!” the man snorted, rolling his eye, “it’s not that different from taking care of hounds. Just gotta feed them, give them somewhere to sleep, take them out for walks, teach them to obey your every command— er, I mean—”

Martin’s frown just got even sourer as the man corrected himself.

“I— what I meant is, teach them proper manners and give them a good home and lots of parental… love? And… aff…affection? Yes… that’s it. Yes,” the man rolled his tongue at the unfamiliar words, as if tasting them. It looks like they had a horrible taste.

“Is there any reason you would like to adopt a child, Mr…?” Martin questioned.

“Black Hat,” the man with the name grinned as he stood up and took off his hat, under it… was another hat. Huh. “Black Hat is my name, Mr.Filterworth.”

The other man’s mouth twitched upwards in amusement at seeing the second hat, “Mr.Black Hat. What a name.”

“Say it all you want, it isn’t going to wear out any time soon.”

Flug scooted closer to Martin’s legs when he felt Black Hat’s eye on him again, almost making the older man trip.

“Agh! Flug! Please don’t stand that close, I nearly lost my balance!”

Flug reluctantly set a small distance between them, but he still held Martin’s trousers tightly.

“So this child is named, Flug is it?” asked Black Hat.

“Yes, it is. Come on, say hi, won’t you?”

Flug shook his head frantically, withering inside from the intimidating man’s stare. Then Black Hat gave the child a sharp-toothed grin that even looks out of place out of a T-Rex.

Martin hopped to gain his balance again when Flug suddenly clung to his leg, “Agh! Flug, please!” Flug just stayed there.

“Sorry, Flug is a timid one.” Martin said once he got his balance again.

“There’s always that one in a bunch,” Black Hat said, his smile unwavering. The amount of teeth is staggering. Flug thought even Martin should be the littlest bit intimidated. If he was, he wasn’t showing it.

“Yes, but you haven’t answered my question before. Is there any particular reason you would like to adopt a child?”

“Lots of reasons! Besides my plan to raise a child army and rule the worl— er, what I meant was that I… really, really, love children, yes. I do. I think they should have a good home and uh…have good parental influences in their lives. Some unfortunate souls end up in the streets all alone and afraid, having to turn to petty crimes to survive. Isn’t that pathet— sad?”

He didn’t look that concerned about it.

“They should have a chance to live their lives in proper care and taught the… ahem, moralities and goodness that they can share,” Black Hat seemed so pale, as if sick at the mention of goodness and love.

Martin blinked, he seemed to have not picked up any of body signs from the speech, he might even thought he was actually genuine.

“Uh, well. That… yes… you seem to sound like you’re determined to give a child a good life…”

“Yes, I am.” Black Hat said in an unconvincing voice, in Flug’s opinion, to Martin.

Flug just stared at Martin, horrified. Did he actually believe this Nightmare Man?

“If you are this confident, then follow me, I’ll show you the other children at—”

“Not necessary, I already made my choice.”

Flug’s heart plummeted when he felt his glare on him again. Did he?—

“You what?” said Martin, shocked, “Who?”

“Him, Flug, of course.” Black Hat said matter-of-factly.

Oh no.

“Flug? This Flug?”

“Are there any other Flugs? It doesn’t seem like a very common name.”

Flug wanted to have parents all his life, but… not him… not like this.

“I, I just… no there isn’t any other Flugs, this boy is one of a kind.” Martin patted the terrified child’s back. It did not help any.

Black Hat’s grin just got wider, if it was even possible. “Ah, good. Because this one had caught my eye. Nobody is on the waiting list for this kid?”

Flug wanted to say yes, just to make him go away, but Martin got in first, “No, sadly. Flug here is usually looked over by most wannabe parents, Flug has been here for a long time. But I think maybe it’s time for him to leave the nest, right Flug?”

Flug wanted to shake his head, to scream, I don’t want to go with this man! But his body disobeyed and stood still, a lump in his throat. He could only blink up at Martin with his pleading eyes that was peering out of the eyeholes of his paper mask.

Martin, once again, didn’t pick up on anything. What was wrong with him? Flug thought, Can he not see that I don’t want to go?

Apparently not.

Black Hat squatted down to Flug’s line of sight and tilted his head.

“Hello there, kid.”

Flug was gently pulled off Martin’s leg and set in front of Black Hat. Flug stepped back from the owner of the grinning set of pointed teeth, and bumped into Martin.

“Come on, Flug, it’s alright.” Martin said comfortingly.

Flug whined in protest, but, he took a little step forward.

As soon as he did, Black Hat just picked him up, eyes wide, “Look at you! HA! Little scientist bra- kid!”

Flug tried to struggle, but something about Black Hat’s grip on him had him completely immobilized.

Martin smiled at the two, “I’m glad to see Flug finally have someone to be his caretaker that’ll take care of him and provide the needs to make sure he grows up right. You’re a very funny man, you know that?”

“Yes, I’m hilarious. The hounds and the world domination thing was just a little joke,” Black Hat said in a dismissive voice, now carrying Flug by his waist, held very much like a long, thin pole.

“Well, I think that settles it, now all we have to do is fill in the Adoption papers and officialise your guardianship on Flug.”

Once this was all done, the only thing to report was that Flug was still being held by Black Hat in that very uncomfortable way.

As Black Hat received the papers that showed his guardianship with Flug, he walked out the door with a flourish. Martin and Jenny and other kids came to say goodbye.

Flug didn’t wave back, any move just made him more uncomfortable. He still couldn’t speak.

“Flug, you don’t know how lucky you are yet!” Black Hat declared as he walked away from the foster home.

Flug did not know.

Because he didn’t feel lucky at all.

[lovemesomesurveys]

1. When you’re sick who takes care of you? My family takes care of me and they help out how they can. My mom does a lot for me. There are some health related things I have to do daily that she helps me do. 2. Does anyone call you something other than your name? My family calls me Sis sometimes. 3. If you could walk in anyone’s shoes for one day who would it be? Someone in good health and happy. 4. What is your comfort food? Chicken strips, pizza, and some sweet of some kind. 5. How much do you relate to music? A lot, I guess? How do you measure that? <<< For real.

6. When you’re sad, what do you find yourself listening to? I listen to the same stuff generally regardless. But also I’m always sad, so that could be the reason. 7. Do you ever use words like DIZ, DAT, DA? No. 8. Have you ever put alcohol in a soda can? No. 9. Have you ever surprised someone by accident and they were doing something shocking? Not that I can recall. 10. Do you donate blood? No. 11. Do you have any tan lines? Yes. I got really sunburned on my arms, and it turned into a tan. It would be nice except it’s not even at all. 13. When was the last time you cancelled plans at the last minute? I’m not sure. I try to give notice if I have to cancel. 14. When was the last time you had your neck kissed? It’s been a very long time. 15. If someone wants to surprise you with a gift, what are you hoping it is? Hmm. I don’t know. 16. Imagine your bf/gf proposes to you at a baseball stadium and they put it on National Television. You don’t want to get married at all. Would you say yes to save him or her the embarrassment? Oh boy.... that would be incredibly awkward and embarrassing. I feel like I might cave under the pressure, and that wouldn’t be fair for either of us. I honestly don’t know. I would think that if I did say yes at that moment, I’d express my feelings to him afterwards in private. I don’t think I’d keep it going. Or maybe I’d just laugh it off awkwardly and try to say something that wouldn’t be a yes or no. Like make it a joke or something. 17. Do you follow any local music and/or bands? No. 18. What is the last thing you put in your mouth? Coffee. 19. Do you wear ankle or no show socks? I wear ankle socks. 20. What do you think about man purses? You do you. 21. How late will you stay up tonight? I stay up until 3 or 4. 22. Do you owe any money to the library for overdue books? Nope. 23. Last time you cut yourself shaving? Not sure. 24. What’s better french manicured nails or painted? Painted. 25. What is your favorite scent from Bath and Body works? I like their beach-y scents and their autumn scents a lot. I also loved Black Amethyst, but they discontinued it. 26. Has a employee in Victoria’s secret ever sized you for a bra? Nope. 27. Has a mate ever surprised you with new lingerie? No. 28. Have you ever eaten a spoonful of sugar? ”A spoonful of sugar helps the medicine go down, in the most delightful wayyyyy.”

No, I have not.

29. Have you ever set up a fake myspace account? No. 30. Your friends boyfriend is hitting on you, do you tell her? Yes. 31. Ever been hit on by the opposite sex? Yes. 32. Ever passed out on the bathroom floor? No. 33. Ever danced on a pole? Nope. 34. Do you have pictures of yourself in a bikini? Nooooo. 35. Name something you’ve compromised for someone else? My self-worth. 36. Last time you visited someone in the hospital? Last September. 37. What do you think about the name Willow for a baby girl? It’s cute. 38. Is there someone on your mind who shouldn’t be? No. 39. Is Santa Claus a pervert? No? 40. What do you think about online relationships? Where it stays online only? I don’t see that as a romantic relationship. For me at least, that would involve both emotional and physical intimacy, and you’re only getting one of those with a screen between you. <<< I agree. 41. What about long distance relationships? I imagine it takes a little work with both people involved. If they want to make it work that is. And trust. 42. Can people really love one another without actually meeting? I don’t know. 43. Do you have any hand me downs? No. 44. Last leftovers you ate? Chicken strips from Wing-Stop the other day. 45. Have you ever had your fingers slammed in a car door? YES. Not fun. 46. Ever broken any bones? Yes. 47. Would you go to an ultimate fighting match? No. I don’t like watching fights. 48. How weak is your stomach? Pretty weak. 49. Ever tell someone “I told you so”? Yes. 50. Do you like trampolines? I can’t go on one. 51. Have you ever seen someone get caught stealing? Yes. 52. Do sinners have more fun? No. 53. Would you ever get sleeves of tattoos? No. 54. Ever peed your pants in public? No. 55. How do you express yourself when you’re mad? I cry. 56. Who’s birthday is next? Mine. 57. Does everyone tell little white lies? I think so. 58. Did you know a lot of towns open the mall early so the old people can walk around & get exercise? Yes. 59. Think of a good survey question; I can’t. That’s why I get surveys from other people instead of making my own. 60. Do you tilt your head when you take a picture with someone else? Yeah lol. 61. What does body language say to you? Uh…it depends on the body, and the conversation? <<<< Exactly. What a dumb question. 62. If you could read minds, whose mind would you want to read first? Yikes. I don’t know if I’d want that... that could be very bad. 63. What is the best disguise you can think of? I don’t know. 64. Would you feel safer if a police officer lived on your street? Maybe. 65. What do you think about raves? You wouldn’t catch me at one. <<<< Me either. 66. What do you think about skinny pants? They’re the only kind I wear. 67. Should guys wear skinny pants? You do you. 68. Do you own a pair of cowboy boots? No. 69. What about a cowboy hat? Nope. 70. Why are you taking this survey anyways? Because I want to.

[sleepinglightt]

answer all the questions you reblogged

1. selfieI have several on here, just go to the me tag on my blog :)
2. what would you name your future kids?I’m not sure, I mainly just want fur babies
3. do you miss anyone?Yes
4. what are you looking forward to?I’m looking forward to moving to going on road trips after high school
5. is there anyone who can always make you smile?My beautiful girlfriend 💖
6. is it hard for you to get over someone?Yes, it’s very hard especially if I loved them 
7. what was your life like last year?It sucked tbh, I wasn’t happy at all. 
8. have you ever cried because you were so annoyed?Yes. All the timeeeee. 
9. who did you last see in person?My grandma & grandpa
10. are you good at hiding your feelings?Very good, most people don’t know when something is wrong
11. are you listening to music right now?Yes, I’m listening to This is the day by The The (it’s a weird band name I know) 
12. what is something you want right now?I want to cuddle with my girlfriend bc I really miss her 
13. how do you feel right now?I feel pretty good, but I’m sick 
14. when was the last time someone of the opposite sex hugged you?My grandpa hugged me earlier 
15. personality descriptionI worry a lot, I love too much, and I hide my feelings a lot 
16. have you ever wanted to tell someone something but you didn’t?Yes yes yes
17. opinion on insecurities.I think it’s normal to be insecure, but you shouldn’t let your insecurities keep you from doing what you wanna do 
18. do you miss how things were a year ago?Not really
19. have you ever been to New York?No, I wish I could go 🙃
20. what is your favourite song at the moment?The girl by city & colour
21. age and birthday?I’m 16 and my birthday is June 8
22. description of crush.She’s gorgeous, she always knows how to make me smile, and she makes me so happy. Just being in her presence fills me with butterflies and she’s just so perfect. I could go on and on and on about her
23. fear(s)Losing people, heights, and dying
24. height5 ft 6 in. 
25. role modelRupi kuar 
26. idol(s)David Bowie for sure
27. things i hateLiars, and people that play with my feelings
28. i’ll love you if…You buy me Starbucks & take me to book stores 
29. favourite film(s)Perks of being a wallflower is my absolute favorite 
30. favourite tv show(s)I love the x files, Star Trek, breaking bad, and the walking dead
31. 3 random facts-I play guitar, ukulele, and piano-I love anything sci fi related -I have the cutest girlfriend ever 
32. are your friends mainly girls or guys?It’s kind of a mixture but mostly girls I guess
33. something you want to learnI wanna learn how to play the clarinet 
34. most embarrassing momentMy entire life is an embarrassing moment lmao 
35. favourite subjectI love science 
36. 3 dreams you want to fulfill?-getting married-visiting all of the places on my bucket list-opening my own coffee shop
37. favourite actor/actressELLEN PAGE OMG
38. favourite comedian(s)I don’t know if very many comedians? 
39. favourite sport(s)I love watching baseball 
40. favourite memoryI don’t have a specific one, I have so many good memories
41. relationship statusTaken by @dreaming-in-a-wonderland 💕
42. favourite book(s)13 reasons why, perks of being a wallflower, the monsters trilogy by Ilsa j bick, milk & honey, and the delirium series by Lauren Oliver 
43. favourite song everOh Lordy that’s a hard one. I have so many I can’t choose one 😅
44. age you get mistaken forMost people think I’m in college but I’m not 🙃
45. how you found out about your idolI’ve listened to him since I was a little kid and I love his bravery and his uniqueness 
46. what my last text message saysMy girlfriend said “that’s good” lol 
47. turn onsNeck kisses are the bEST I SWEAR
48. turn offsI haven’t really thought about it. Idk? 
49. where i want to be right nowAt a coffee shop drinking really good coffee with my girl
50. favourite picture of your idolI have no idea oml 
51. starsignI’m a Gemini 🙃
52. something i’m talented atPlaying guitar? I’m not quite sure tbh
53. 5 things that make me happy-my girlfriend-my best friends-coffee-nature-books
54. something thats worrying me at the momentComing out to my dad 
55. tumblr friendsI don’t have very many, I have a bunch of mutuals. Does that count? 
56. favourite food(s)I love Vietnamese food 
57. favourite animal(s)Deer, foxes, and cats 
58. description of my best friendI have two. One is super super tall, she has short hair, and she is super funny and sweet. The other one is about my height, he has longish hair but always wears some kind of hat, he’s always there for me and he’s a theatre kid like me, we get along very well. 
59. why i joined tumblrI had my original blog like 4 years ago and I started bc I thought it was cool, but I deleted that blog and had a couple different blogs, and then I started this one about a year ago 😊

[verytamenow]

Ohhh can u answer all

.....I mean I asked. I figured it’d be in chunks from several anons but I did ask.

1: is there a boy/girl in your life?

Nope. Single.

2: think of the last person who hurt you; do you forgive them?

Yeah. I think I do.

3: what do you think of when you hear the word “meow?”

Nothing really. Probably “why the fuck is someone meowing at me” or “oh! a cat!”

4: what’s something you really want right now?

A state job I’m qualified for to open up, to see taylor swift in concert, TS6, and a girlfriend.

5: are you afraid of falling in love?

Falling in love doesn’t scare me. I don’t think falling is something we can control. Being the only one to fall though? That’s a bit scary.

6: do you like the beach?

*looks pointedly at my url* 

7: have you ever slept on a couch with someone else?

Yes, but only in a platonic way.

8: what’s the background on your cell?

The standard background because I’m boring.

9: name the last four beds you were sat on?

My bed, the guest bed, probably my dad’s bed, and my ex best friend’s bed.

10: do you like your phone?

Yes, except when it would decide it didn’t want to send or receive texts. 

11: honestly, are things going the way you planned?

No, but that’s okay. Plans change all the time and I just have to go with it.

12: who was the last person whose phone number you added to your contacts?

My ex.

13: would you rather have a poodle or a rottweiler?

Neither, but if I had to pick probably a rottweiler.

14: which hurts the most, physical or emotional pain?

I’ve got a fair tolerance or emotional pain. Not sure how well I stack up to physical pain.

15: would you rather visit a zoo or an art museum?

Probably a zoo unless there’s an en exhibit on an artist I like or I’m with someone who really loves art.

16: are you tired?

Perpetually.

17: how long have you known your 1st phone contact?

Less than a year.

18: are they a relative?

Nope, a coworker. Not sure why their number is even in my phone as we don’t really talk.

19: would you ever consider getting back together with any of your exes?

I don’t know. I don’t think it’d ever happen so, no.

20: when did you last talk to the last person you shared a kiss with?

I haven’t been kissed (yes, I’m lame. Pray for the poor woman who takes one for the team and kisses me), so that’s a bit impossible.

21: if you knew you had the right person, would you marry them today?

I don’t know. I suppose so, but it’d be a risk. I’m not one of those people who dreams or getting married or has ever planned it out in my head. I could be with someone for years and probably be okay not getting married. But I also place a lot of stock in wedding vows. If I promise someone “for better or worse, richer or poorer, sickness and in health, til death do us part” I’m going to intend to keep that promise. I wouldn’t really see divorce as an option if I got married.

22: would you kiss the last person you kissed again?

Doesn’t apply.

23: how many bracelets do you have on your wrists right now?

None. I don’t really wear jewelry.

24: is there a certain quote you live by?

I don’t really live by any quote. “An it harm none do what ye will.” or “This too shall pass.” maybe?

25: what’s on your mind?

Why did I suggest someone ask me all 100 questions?

26: do you have any tattoos?

No but there’s a few I’d consider getting.

27: what is your favorite color?

Right now, blue.

28: next time you will kiss someone on the lips?

Not a clue. Hopefully at some point.

29: who are you texting?

I’m not texting anyone at the moment.

30: think to the last person you kissed, have you ever kissed them on a couch?

Doesn’t apply.

31: have you ever had the feeling something bad was going to happen and you were right?

I always have that feeling. It’s called anxiety. Sometimes it’s right and sometimes it’s not.

32: do you have a friend of the opposite sex you can talk to?

Not really.

33: do you think anyone has feelings for you?

As far as I know one person and they came to their senses eventually.

34: has anyone ever told you you have pretty eyes?

Nope.

35: say the last person you kissed was kissing someone right in front of you?

Doesn’t apply.

36: were you single on valentines day?

I’ve been single every Valentine’s day as I will be on this one.

37: are you friends with the last person you kissed?

Doesn’t apply.

38: what do your friends call you?

Zoe. You can’t really do nicknames with my name.

39: has anyone upset you in the last week?

No.

40: have you ever cried over a text?

As reluctant as I am to admit to crying, yes I have.

41: where’s your last bruise located?

I think my last one was on my knee.

42: what is it from?

I probably banged it on something. I’m fairly clumsy at times.

43: last time you wanted to be away from somewhere really bad?

Assuming you meant more than my usual wanderlust, probably last time I got really depressed.

44: who was the last person you were on the phone with?

My dad.

45: do you have a favourite pair of shoes?

My Redwings.

46: do you wear hats if your having a bad hair day?

I mentally refer to my beanie as my “I couldn’t be fucking bothered” hat.

47: would you ever go bald if it was the style?

I don’t know that I could pull it off.

48: do you make supper for your family?

My dad prefers to cook. I need to do it more often.

49: does your bedroom have a door?

Yes, thank fuck.

50: top 3 web-pages?

Tumblr, AO3, YouTube

51: do you know anyone who hates shopping?

Me, a lot of the time.

52: does anything on your body hurt?

My back is still a little tight but it’s better than it was yesterday.

53: are goodbyes hard for you?

Permanent goodbyes? Yes.

54: what was the last beverage you spilled on yourself?

I would think it was milk or water but I can’t recall.

55: how is your hair?

A mess.

56: what do you usually do first in the morning?

Turn off my alarm or check the time.

57: do you think two people can last forever?

If they choose to. I’m of the belief that falling in love is out of our control but staying in love or making it work is a choice. So if both people choose to, then yeah I think it can.

58: think back to january 2007, were you single?

Yes.

59: green or purple grapes?

This is an odd question but I really like it for some reason. Green grapes. Always.

60: when’s the next time you will give someone a big hug?

I don’t know. I don’t really hug or even touch many people.

61: do you wish you were somewhere else right now?

I can think of several places I’d rather be.

62: when will be the next time you text someone?

Don’t know. Maybe later today or one of my work friends tomorrow.

63: where will you be 5 hours from now?

Probably in my room or downstairs.

64: what were you doing at 8 this morning.

Sleeping, thank fuck.

65: this time last year, can you remember who you liked?

No one.

66: is there one person in your life that can always make you smile?

Not really.

67: did you kiss or hug anyone today?

My dad and I hugged at some point.

68: what was your last thought before you went to bed last night?

“I’m probably going to wake up really early.” I feel asleep at like 9 and woke up the first time at 0530.

69: have you ever tried your hardest and then gotten disappointed in the end?

Who hasn’t?

70: how many windows are open on your computer?

3? I tend to open more tabs than windows.

71: how many fingers do you have?

10. I’m not so clumsy that I’ve lost one....yet.

72: what is your ringtone?

Standard ring tone. Boring.

73: how old will you be in 5 months?

25. It catches me off guard sometimes.

74: where is your mum right now?

I can’t say with any certainty as that’s a matter of spiritual belief. Physically? In an urn on a shelf downstairs. 

75: why aren’t you with the person you were first in love with or almost in love?

They realized they couldn’t ne in the relationship and I shoved my feelings into a bottle so I didn’t have to deal them.

76: have you held hands with somebody in the past three days?

I probably have platonically but romantically....I don’t think I have.

77: are you friends with the people you were friends with two years ago?

No.

78: do you remember who you had a crush on in year 7?

I’m pretty sure that’s 6th grade and in that case, no.

79: is there anyone you know with the name mike?

There are a few Mikes with my company so technically yes.

80: have you ever fallen asleep in someones arms?

No.

81: how many people have you liked in the past three months?

One.

82: has anyone seen you in your underwear in the last 3 days?

No. I’ve managed to avoid scarring anyone for life thus far.

83: will you talk to the person you like tonight?

I don’t have a crush on anyone so no.

84: you’re drunk and yelling at hot guys/girls out of your car window, you’re with?

I don’t drink and can’t imagine doing this even while drunk. But if hell froze over, it’d probably be Heather.

85: if your bf/gf was into drugs would you care?

Depends on the drugs and how heavily.

86: what was the most eventful thing that happened last time you went to see a movie?

I think the last movie I went to see was Mad Max: Fury Road and as I recall nothing that eventful happened.

87: who was your last received call from?

Probably my dad.

88: if someone gave you $1,000 to burn a butterfly over a candle, would you?

Yes. No one said it had to be alive.

89: what is something you wish you had more of?

Self discipline/executive function? Confidence? Talent? Intelligence? Money? A lot of things, mate.

90: have you ever trusted someone too much?

Yes. My head is pretty paranoid but my heart is entirely too trusting.

91: do you sleep with your window open?

Nope.

92: do you get along with girls?

Yes, thankfully.

93: are you keeping a secret from someone who needs to know the truth?

I don’t think so.

94: does sex mean love?

Absolutely not.

95: you’re locked in a room with the last person you kissed, is that a problem?

Yes because I’d be locked in a room by myself. Does anyone know I’m there? Who locked me in? How am I going to get out? I have so many questions about this scenario.

96: have you ever kissed anyone with a lip ring?

As you might have suspected by now, no.

97: did you sleep alone this week?

Sadly, yes.

98: everybody has somebody that makes them happy, do you?

Not really.

99: do you believe in love at first sight?

No. Infatuation? Yes. Maybe even the belief/gut feeling you’ll fall in love. But not love itself.

100: who was the last person that you pinky promise?

I don’t know. I haven’t done that in a long time.

[deforrestdraper]

Remember when I said all my faves are alcoholics?

(Takes place before Mirror, Mirror.)

Drowning

Leonard McCoy knew he was functioning about as well as could be expected for someone who had absolutely no business being in space in the first place. He knew, logically, that the only form of transportation statistically safer than space travel was beaming from one location to the next—and wasn’t that a laugh. There simply wasn’t anything in space to collide with, no vehicles that weren’t operated by highly trained personnel. He had a better chance killing himself walking the halls of the corridors tripping over his own two feet than he was to die in some horrific accident out in the vacuum of space. And yet—

And yet, he knew what the vacuum of space could do to a body, what kind of radiation was out there, what kind of disasters could result from a little bit of trouble with the warp core. He had to know about them, because he was the one expected to undo the damage and save lives should they ever happen to anyone on the ship.

So he managed about as well as anyone else who had gotten this far out before realizing that space probably wasn’t the best line of work for them. At his age—and anyone else on the ship with a similar problem, but he kept those safely and confidently in his own medical files—there wasn’t much option by the way of career choice. He’d worked too long and too hard to be a doctor, and he was in the service now whether he liked it or not.

Sometimes, he needed a mild tranquilizer to push back the dread, or a light stimulant to force his mind to focus on the work, but never more than he prescribed anyone else, never more than strictly necessary, never enough to qualify as a problem when he tallied and submitted the monthly inventory report. Never enough that it couldn’t be chalked up to the regular needs of any surgeon who was technically on-call 24/7.

Which is how it came to be that when he needed to relax on his off-duty hours, he poured himself a glass. One was usually enough, two if his mind wouldn’t let it go that they were in the macro equivalent of a tin can screaming through space—don’t think about it, Len, don’t think about it. Sometimes, though, something would just set him off, like the ensign today who had come in with a minor exposure injury after “forgetting” to wear a pressure suit beneath his walk suit—and Leonard would be tearing Scotty a new one later about enforcing basic safety procedures—when he’d set out in a space walk to repair some minor damage that had caused a bit of buckling in one of the bulkheads.

Leonard had been fine, at first, safe in his Med Bay far from any of the outer layers of the ship, but later, alone in his cabin, with a view straight to the stars through a porthole he really wished hadn’t been put there, not knowing what section the damaged bulkhead had been in, not knowing when the last time his may have been inspected, not knowing if any moment now, a fissure that had been invisible to the naked eye would rupture and he’d be blown out into space like so much debris and Leonard caught himself pacing his cabin like he was trying to put off weight, that he set aside a hypospray charged with a chemical that would counteract the alcohol’s effects should something happen and his services were required, and knowing that he had been scheduled the next two days off, he drank.

It should have been fine. They were sitting in a starless expanse, even by the massive scales set by space itself, studying what existed in vast swathes of nothing. They were deep in Federation space, lightyears away from anyone or anything else. It was the kind of mission where you expected more injuries from boredom idleness than anything else.

4 hours and one Romulan encounter later, Leonard was swaying in his quarters, administering a second dose of the antihol because one wasn’t working well enough this time, and waiting for the effects to fully register in his system before, without changing back into his uniform, he was back in the business of saving lives. His hands were steady, his decisions correct and competent, his reaction times superb, and his breath smelling of moonshine from the amount that was still trying to digest in his gut.

It wasn’t the first time, and Leonard knew it probably wouldn’t be the last, but it was obvious enough that after everything was secure again and no one was fighting back the dark curtain of death, that Jim came down to speak with him. At least he had the grace to see him in Leonard’s office with the door shut.

“Bones,” Jim began, tentatively, struggling in and out of captain-mode in such a way that Leonard wasn’t sure if he was here in an official capacity or not.

Leonard kept his back to his “medicinal” liquor cabinet and decided to give the conversation a small push. “Jim, is this about what I was doing before I came back to sick bay?”

A kind of relief pushed at the corners of Jim’s face, perhaps at knowing they were both on the same page without having to say it, without having to push the damning question. “I’m told this wasn’t the first time.”

“Need I remind you that I was also off duty?” Leonard asked easily, always feeling lighter after a successful shift, scheduled or not. “A man’s entitled to a little drink now and then.” The words felt like a misstep before they’d even left his tongue.

“A little drink? Christine said you were smashed.” Christine, not Nurse Chapel—the talk was off the record, and Leonard intended to keep it that way.

“And I was also supposed to be off for two days! If it were anyone else—”

“It wasn’t anyone else, Bones!” Jim proceeded with the argument Leonard had started. “It was my Chief Medical Officer, who I might need in an emergency at any time—”

“Exactly!” It was the point he’d hoped Jim would make. “No one else on this ship is expected to be fit for duty at any given moment, just the Chief Surgeon. Everyone else has someone in the chain of command who can take over in an emergency, but medical personnel are expected to be ready to go at the drop of a hat.” Jim looked like he hadn’t considered so much, and Leonard made a show of rubbing a hand down his face. “Look, Jim, I’ll admit I had two days off and I had no reason to believe I’d need to be called in, so I let myself get a little drunk. But I was also ready to come in when you needed me. I did do my job and I can do my job, but you can’t expect me not to relax once in a while if you’re not going to hold the rest of the ship to the same standards. Does that sound fair?”

Leonard thought it was nothing short of a miracle that Jim had let him get it all out like that without challenging him on any point, but the bigger miracle yet, was the understanding smile. “That sounds fair,” Jim conceded. “I’m sorry, Bones.”

Relief spread through Leonard’s body almost as quickly as the impending hangover was. “And I’m sorry, Jim, for putting you in this position in the first place.”

“It happens to the best of us.” Jim took two steps toward the door, stopped, pivoted. “Just to be sure, I want to hear you say it. Do you have a problem?”

The look on Jim’s face was so gentle, so kind, that Leonard felt the regret deep in the pit of his stomach even as he kept every hint of deception clear from his face. “I don’t have a problem.”

A couple hours of paperwork and a looming headache the size of Jupiter later, Leonard made it back to his cabin, exhausted and hoping to be unconscious before the last of the moonshine finished metabolizing in his system and his hangover could begin in earnest. He could always counteract the effects medicinally, but he felt that would be taking it one step too far. Negating the effects of the liquor to save lives was one thing, canceling out the resulting hangover for his own comfort was something else entirely. He’d made his bed, and he was determined to lie in it—face-down this time, apparently.

He wasn’t sure how long he’d laid like that—not long enough to drift off to sleep, that was for sure—before a chime rang through his quarters. He ignored it; it came again, and a minute or so later, again.

Leonard groaned and pulled himself into a sitting position. “Enter.” The door slid open to reveal Spock, who stepped through immediately and allowed the door to shut behind him. Of course it was Spock. No one else would just stand there for who knows how long ringing the bell without backing down but Spock. Leonard scrounged up the last of his patience. “Listen, Spock, I’m exhausted, and I’m off duty. Whatever it is, it can wait for tomorrow.”

If Spock got the hint, he ignored it. “Doctor, I have received some disturbing reports about your health as of late.”

Leonard let out a slow breath, forcing his brain to kick back up into a gear that could handle this conversation. If Jim had been aware of his problem, then of course Spock would be. As First Officer, in charge of all crew and command issues, and being Spock of all people, Spock would be aware more than Jim should have been. “Is this on the record?”

“No, not as of yet.”

“Alright, sit down, Spock” Leonard pressed a hand against a temple and rubbed briefly. Off the record was something at least. His official reputation remained in tact, no matter what rumors circulated about him. “Then about those disturbing reports?”

Acknowledging the invitation and the fact that Leonard had no intention of leaving his bed entirely, Spock sat next to him on the bed, and both of them stared forward, determined not to look at each other. “Doctor, it has come to my attention that you may be suffering from an illness.”

Leonard could never tell if sticking to titles without names meant anything when it came to Spock, but he didn’t intend on making things easy for the Vulcan. “And what illness would that be?”

“Substance abuse disorder, specifically alcoholism.” Hearing it stated so plainly when Leonard had been lying to himself about it so far, gave him enough pause that Spock was able to press on unchallenged. “While this disease has not affected your medical ability to any measurable degree at this time, it has impacted your interpersonal relationships with both friends and shipmates. I have observed that not only have you have become increasingly reticent as of late, but that your temper has become shorter as well. It is my intention to address this problem before it becomes a matter of record.”

There was that magic word again: problem. It was a problem, and Leonard knew it no matter how much he tried to sweep it under the rug. In the beginning, it had been manageable, most likely. Thinking back on recent months, he had been hanging back from the rec room in favor of his own quarters, he had been taking a sip when nerves had started getting to him, he had let slip a xenophobic insult or two Spock’s way when he hadn’t been totally up to snuff. As usual, Spock’s logic was damn near bullet-proof.

Spock continued: “Judging from the apparent cycle I have observed, it would seem that your urge to imbibe is in response to a trigger. I have correlated these instances and they seem to most align with high-stress incidents, specifically those that affect the ship as a whole. Would I be correct in assuming that this is in response to feeling overwhelmed in the medical bay? If so, I may be able to request the addition of another surgeon to the staff in order to decrease your workload.”

It dawned on Leonard that Spock was trying to be considerate in his own way. Instead of seeking a replacement, he was offering additional support. Instead of condemning him for a drinking problem, he was offering assistance in understanding and correcting it. “No, Spock, I’m not feeling overwhelmed in sick bay. If I had my way, I’d be spending more time there than here in my quarters.”

Spock folded his hands in his lap. “If work is not the stressor, may I inquire as to what is?”

Leonard took a deep breath, held it, released it. “It’s space.”

“Space?” Spock parroted.

“Yes. I’m terrified of it, Spock. I keep thinking one of these days, something’s going to happen, and I’m going to just die blown out into space—that my body’s going to be drifting lost in that damn vacuum for the rest of eternity.”

“Doctor,” Spock’s voice sounded very patient, “Surely you are aware that space travel is safer than any form of ground travel available on earth at this time.”

“I know that, Spock,” Leonard caught his temper rising and cut it off, “But knowing that and getting over my astrophobia are two entirely different things.”

There was a pause as Spock considered Leonard’s words. “If you are indeed suffering from astrophobia, why did you pursue a career as a doctor in Starfleet?”

“It wasn’t this intense at first,” he admitted with a little defeat. “I feel like every time we have an incident—a battle or an accident—it gets worse.” It sounded logical to Leonard at least.

Spock adjusted his hands so they were laced together in front of him. “Doctor, if you are experiencing a fear of space to this degree, then perhaps—”

“No, Spock,” Leonard cut him off before he could finish the thought. “I want to be here. I can do the most good here. I’m just not adjusting well, that’s all.” Adjusting well was probably not the word for it, considering they had been out in space for over a year now, but if Spock took issue with his wording, he didn’t say as much.

“Then you are determined to stay here on the Enterprise?”

Leonard nodded. “I am.”

Spock sat still—thinking, considering—long enough to make Leonard more than nervous. Then without warning, Spock straightened even more than before. “I may be able to provide assistance for the psychological aspect of your disorder, and I am willing, so long as you address the physical aspects accordingly.”

Leonard frowned a bit. “If you mean talk therapy, I’ve already—”

“No, not talk therapy, Doctor. You have already admitted that your aversion to space goes beyond your rational processes, and that despite that, you are determined to remain here on this ship. This leads me to believe you would have already attempted to encourage your mind to accept the logic of the facts, to no avail. As you are a skilled physician and it would take considerable time to arrange a replacement and acquaint them with a new ship and new patients, I am averse to recommending your discharge at this time if it can so be avoided. When putting these things into consideration, it is of my opinion that a mind meld may be the most appropriate course of action.”

“A mind meld?” Leonard said with a start. “You really think you’re going to be able to solve this mess by poking around in my head?”

Spock brought his hands in front of his face. “No. I am aware that this will be an ongoing struggle for you. I do not expect you to achieve sobriety overnight, nor am I dismissing the possibility of experiencing setbacks.” Spock pulled his hands back down and turned, facing Leonard for the first time since the difficult conversation began. “However, I do believe the best results will be achieved by first correcting the underlying aberrant thought processes, and that continuing success depends strongly on building on a strong foundation of logical thought. I would also prefer to avoid watching you become increasingly ill or facing the prospect of losing your services on this ship. A mind meld is the most logical solution at this time.”

It was about as emotional a confession as he was going to get. Leonard brought a knuckle to his chin and turned over all this new information in his head. He couldn’t argue that the idea had merit, and he didn’t relish the thought of possibly facing a discharge or having his problem turn into a more permanent issue. Everything Spock said sounded right, and if Leonard was being honest with himself, the proposal felt like the saving grace he’d been looking for all these months. Mind made up, Leonard addressed Spock again. “And this will all stay off the record?”

If Leonard didn’t know better, he would have thought Spock looked relieved. “So long as progress is being made, I am reasonably certain your treatment can remain confidential.”

“Even from Jim?”

“The Captain need not be informed.”

Leonard propped his foot on a knee and considered once more, giving himself one last chance to back out. He could trust Spock to be discrete. He believed him when he implied that this would be between just them so long as some progress was being made. He knew for a fact that Spock could handle the job with all the tact the situation deserved. All that was left for Leonard was to decide if he was really ready.

Leonard turned and faced Spock cross-legged on the bed. “Alright, Spock, let’s do this.”

Leonard closed his eyes and felt fingers press lightly against his face. “My mind to your mind. Your thoughts to my thoughts….” Then Leonard’s mind was both one and two and space suddenly was not so very vast.

[buh-lock-ay]

1-100

I figured this was coming lol so here ya go

1: Is there a boy/girl in your life?

nope

2: Think of the last person who hurt you; do you forgive them?

sure

3: What do you think of when you hear the word “meow?”

my roommate’s cat, Daenerys

4: What’s something you really want right now?

my stomach to stop churning

5: Are you afraid of falling in love?

it’s a good kind of afraid, I think

6: Do you like the beach?

It can be fun

7: Have you ever slept on a couch with someone else?

I don’t think so

8: What’s the background on your cell?

The lock screen is Mitch Grassi and the home screen is Avi Kaplan, both pictures I took at the PTX concert in November

9: Name the last four beds you were sat on?

Mine, Danny’s, the one on the cruise ship, and my bed at my parent’s house

10: Do you like your phone?

yee

11: Honestly, are things going the way you planned?

Not at all

12: Who was the last person whose phone number you added to your contacts?

One of the girls in my fraternity

13: Would you rather have a poodle or a Rottweiler?

Rottweiler

14: Which hurts the most, physical or emotional pain?

They’re both bad, but I think I’ve cried more because of emotional pain. I’ve actually made myself sick because of emotional pain

15: Would you rather visit a zoo or an art museum?

?Por que no los dos?

16: Are you tired?

A bit

17: How long have you known your 1st phone contact?

I’m p sure it was my mom sooooo a little over 21 years?

18: Are they a relative?

see above

19: Would you ever consider getting back together with any of your exes?

If it was for the right reasons, sure

20: When did you last talk to the last person you shared a kiss with?

#neverbeenkissed

21: If you knew you had the right person, would you marry them today?

No cause I’m horrible at making decisions plus I want an actual wedding so

22: Would you kiss the last person you kissed again?

#seequestion20

23: How many bracelets do you have on your wrists right now?

zero

24: Is there a certain quote you live by?

nah

25: What’s on your mind?

right now specifically it’s the Quote Wall we have in our house and how funny the quotes on it are

26: Do you have any tattoos?

nope

27: What is your favorite color?

Purple

28: Next time you will kiss someone on the lips?

No idea

29: Who are you texting?

No one cause #noonelikesme

30: Think to the last person you kissed, have you ever kissed them on a couch?

#seequestion22

31: Have you ever had the feeling something bad was going to happen and you were right?

yeah actually like today I knew I was gonna get in trouble and then I did lol

32: Do you have a friend of the opposite sex you can talk to?

Definitely

33: Do you think anyone has feelings for you?

Highly doubtful

34: Has anyone ever told you you have pretty eyes?

Yeah :)

35: Say the last person you kissed was kissing someone right in front of you?

#seequestion30

36: Were you single on Valentines Day?

of 2016 technically no

37: Are you friends with the last person you kissed?

#seequestion35

38: What do your friends call you?

Blake, Blah-kay

39: Has anyone upset you in the last week?

yeah

40: Have you ever cried over a text?

More often than is probably healthy

41: Where’s your last bruise located?

I don’t even remember…I don’t bruise very easily

42: What is it from?

Who knows

43: Last time you wanted to be away from somewhere really bad?

I was having a breakdown a few months ago and kept running all over the house cause I wanted to be away from people but of course they’re worried about me cause I’m hyperventilating and I just kept running from room to room and eventually shut myself in the laundry room and cried in the fetal position until I calmed down

44: Who was the last person you were on the phone with?

My momma

45: Do you have a favourite pair of shoes?

My slipperzzzz

46: Do you wear hats if you’re having a bad hair day?

Nope, I put my hair in a high messy bun and then everyone always compliments me on it cause I guess it looks good

47: Would you ever go bald if it was the style?

Idk

48: Do you make supper for your family?

I do for my roommates, we all cook for each other at least once a week

49: Does your bedroom have a door?

Yes but it doesn’t shut properly

50: Top 3 web-pages?

Tumblr, Facebook, and Blackboard

51: Do you know anyone who hates shopping?

Me

52: Does anything on your body hurt?

My lower back and my stomach

53: Are goodbyes hard for you?

Yeah

54: What was the last beverage you spilled on yourself?

Lowkey probably wine

55: How is your hair?

Good? Annoying? 

56: What do you usually do first in the morning?

Push snooze

57: Do you think two people can last forever?

Definitely, if it’s the right two people

58: Think back to January 2007, were you single?

I was 11

59: Green or purple grapes?

Purple

60: When’s the next time you will give someone a BIG hug?

Probably the next time I go home to see my parents

61: Do you wish you were somewhere else right now?

Meh

62: When will be the next time you text someone?

tomorrow probably

63: Where will you be 5 hours from now?

Sleeping

64: What were you doing at 8 this morning?

sitting in class

65: This time last year, can you remember who you liked?

Yeppers

66: Is there one person in your life that can always make you smile?

Hopefully

67: Did you kiss or hug anyone today?

nope

68: What was your last thought before you went to bed last night?

Probably something along the lines of “hopefully I won’t freeze tonight”

69: Have you ever tried your hardest and then gotten disappointed in the end?

Yeah

70: How many windows are open on your computer?

3: one of them is the window that I’m currently typing these answers in, one is my dashboard where I was before I got this message, and one is my blog where I copy and pasted the questions from

71: How many fingers do you have?

9

jk 10

72: What is your ringtone?

Hedwig’s Theme

73: How old will you be in 5 months?

still 21

74: Where is your Mum right now?

At her house probably in bed 

75: Why aren’t you with the person you were first in love with or almost in love?

Cause he lives fucking far away

76: Have you held hands with somebody in the past three days?

nada

77: Are you friends with the people you were friends with two years ago?

Some of the people I’m friends with now I started becoming friends with 2 years ago. Others I’m no longer friends with.

78: Do you remember who you had a crush on in year 7?

Year 7 is like 6th grade and I had a crush on a guy named Cody

79: Is there anyone you know with the name Mike?

One of my parent’s friends’ name’s is Mike

80: Have you ever fallen asleep in someones arms?

I wish

81: How many people have you liked in the past three months?

I guess only 1

82: Has anyone seen you in your underwear in the last 3 days?

Yeah lol

83: Will you talk to the person you like tonight?

I don’t even know if I like anyone honestly

84: You’re drunk and yelling at hot guys/girls out of your car window, you’re with?

Danny and Mary

85: If your BF/GF was into drugs would you care?

Definitely

86: What was the most eventful thing that happened last time you went to see a movie?

I got a $1.50 refill on my drink (I went and saw Rogue One by myself so it wasn’t very eventful)

87: Who was your last received call from?

Jonathon

88: If someone gave you $1,000 to burn a butterfly over a candle, would you?

Um. Sure? Idk

89: What is something you wish you had more of?

Focus

90: Have you ever trusted someone too much?

I’m sure I have

91: Do you sleep with your window open?

Never

92: Do you get along with girls?

Yeah

93: Are you keeping a secret from someone who needs to know the truth?

I don’t think so

94: Does sex mean love?

Not necessarily, and definitely not by today’s societal standards

95: You’re locked in a room with the last person you kissed, is that a problem?

#seequestion37

96: Have you ever kissed anyone with a lip ring?

#seequestion95

97: Did you sleep alone this week?

Every night

98: Everybody has somebody that makes them happy, do you?

I do, but unfortunately I don’t think I’m someone who necessarily makes them happy. They could be just fine without me

99: Do you believe in love at first sight?

It’s very rare but God works in mysterious ways

100: Who was the last person that you pinky promise?

I’m pretty sure it was Emily