@milgram-valentines-exchange art for @verity-clover!
Sorry I took one-sided MuuRei angst and ran. + some variants
Attempt at explaining the flowers under the cut
I wanted to convey a message of remorse, pining, and “what could’ve been”—still tinged with feelings of jealousy.
I’m not very good at flower language, so please excuse me if there are any mistakes, misunderstandings, or misinterpretations. I tried to use mostly Victorian sources or some that I otherwise vibed with. Some flowers have other meanings that also fit, but I didn’t list here for the sake of keeping it concise-ish. Please interpret however you enjoy most 🙏
Asphodel
“My regrets follow you to the grave”
Bramble
Lowliness, envy, remorse
China Aster
Jealousy, afterthought, wishing things had happened differently
Gardenia
“I love you in secret”
Honey Flower
Love sweet and secret (and well, how could I not use the honey flower for Mu?)
legit need to look so slutty sometimes the way only a middle aged twink can be. like that might be someone's dad, he's definitely too old to be dressing that way by society's standards, but damn if he doesn't look like a fun time & also extremely fuckable