#revamping doubles au

[spiderware]

[melancholy-of-nadia]

love u lately (m) #8 | myg/knj/pjm

title: love u lately​ chapter title: #8 - split pairing: yoongi x f. reader, namjoon x f. reader, jimin x f. reader (yoonminjoon x f. reader) rating/genre: m (18+) ; smut ; college/university au , pseudo frat! bts; best friends! yoonminjoon friends to lovers; summary: Your dilemma of trying to decide between Yoongi and Jimin was already stressful enough, but to add Namjoon to the mix, has you slowly falling apart emotionally, mentally and academically. When your university's Annual Valentine's Day Night Market event opens up the opportunity to spend time out with Yoongi and Jimin, will you finally be able to tell them how you feel? Or will your own indecisiveness lead you all to a falling out? warnings:  LONGEST CHAPTER SO FAR, reader is anxious and stressed throughout this whole chapter, breakdown from stress, fluffy lowkey date stuff, MORE CONFESSIONS, kissing, THE LONG AWAITED THREESOME, MLM kiss, bro helps put on lube on other bro, vaginal fingering, breastplay, ball fondling, eating out, blow job, dick slapping, possessiveness, double vaginal penetration, reader on BC, Yoongi and Jimin reassurance through it, pet names, clit stimulation, double creampie, uh i think that's it a lot happens, oh yeah...eventual angst, alcohol consumption, arguing, pettiness, secrets revealed, namjoon? note: everyone, please say thank you to @daegudrama for editing this chapter and fixing the smut because i can barely write smut! total word count: 14.8k drop date:  March 2nd, 2024, 1:30PM PST cross posted on AO3 here ← #7 | Series Masterlist | #9

February 12 [Tuesday]

The atmosphere in your business communications class is tense, and you can feel the pressure of your stressed thoughts hanging over you. You’re supposed to be presenting a case study on a local cafe from your hometown where you used to work at in high school. The topic revolves around marketing and finance initiatives to enhance the cafe's traffic and sales. This includes a presentation and paper deliverable. 

You stand at the front of the room, a faint sheen of nervousness glistening on your forehead. The slides projected on the screen behind you outline various strategies to revamp the cafe's image and attract more customers. Yet, your words stumble, and your sentences lack the usual confidence you had the semester prior. Professor Michaelson, a stern figure in the business world who now teaches as a side hobby, observes with a critical eye.

As you fumble through the presentation, you catch the gaze of JB watching you with an expressionless demeanor. Great. Nice to see your ex-crush is silently judging you. He adds to the pressure, making you acutely aware of the less-than-impressive performance you’re delivering. The weight of recent decisions, or lack thereof, regarding Yoongi and Jimin looms over you, clouding your ability to focus on any of your school work these days.

Professor Michaelson raises an eyebrow, signaling his dissatisfaction with your lackluster presentation. "Is there a reason you're not fully engaged today, Y/N?" he questions, a hint of disappointment in his voice.

"I, uh, apologize, Professor," You stammer, attempting to regain composure. "It's just been a bit hectic lately."

"Life happens, but it's crucial to maintain professionalism, especially in a business setting." he admonishes. "Proceed with your presentation. We'll discuss your performance afterwards."

The classroom clock ticks away, each second stretching into an eternity. As you continue stumbling through the slides, your mind involuntarily keeps drifting. Fuck, why is it so hard to come up with the right words to say? At some point, you feel like you’re rushing to reach the end without even trying.

“Thank you Y/N, that was enough. Good work.” Prof. Michaelson interrupts right as you’re on your final slide.

Oh no, it was bad bad.

The ordeal finally comes to an end, and you step back to your seat. You always told yourself you wouldn’t let your relationships get in the way of your academics, but now, it finally has. And you are so fucked.

As the class progresses, you try to shake off the lingering embarrassment. Each step feels heavier as you leave the classroom, disappointment with yourself settling like a stone in your chest. Once the class ends, Prof. Michaelson hands you a graded rubric with additional comments. You don’t bother reading them and just rush out of the classroom, feeling tear threatening to roll down your cheeks.

And once you’re out of the building, they do.

Your own letdown sits heavily on your shoulders. In that moment, you wish you could rewind time, erase the awkwardness, and salvage whatever dignity remains. But could you have done any better? As you wipe away a frustrated tear, you can't help but wonder how you let things spiral out of control.

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“Maria! I don’t know what to do!” you exclaim, your voice laced with exaggeration. Amidst the bustling environment of the dining commons, you feel anxious, playfully pushing Hwasa back and forth as the two of you navigate the lunch line. It’s usually not that busy on Tuesdays, but today it is. 

Hwasa, undeterred by the apparent crisis, responds with humor, “Switching to my Catholic name?! Oh, girl, you really do need some salvation.” She laughs, effortlessly maneuvering through the crowded space as she fills her tray with an array of buffet options.

“I’m being serious here! I honestly can’t pick either of them and I also can’t give Namjoon an answer. And this whole thing has been bothering me to the point I just failed one of my big projects for business comm!” Frustration bubbles in your tone as you slam your tray down, earning curious glances from other students in line.

“Oh God, okay.” You two walk over to an open table and sit down on opposite sides of each other. “Maybe reject them all? That’s the safer option right? No one will be truly hurt especially because you’re emphasizing not ruining your friendship. And you all move on, date other people and still maintain that friendship! The end.”

“Yeah…” You pick at your food with your fork aimlessly, not making any effort to eat it. “I don’t even know if we could ever be the same as we were before this…deal.” “But were things even the same before you decided to fuck Yoongi?” Your eyes widen, darting around to ensure no familiar faces are within earshot. “Hey, hey we’re in public! Someone we know could hear us.”

Hwasa sighs, lowering her voice. “You were already uncomfortable when Namjoon and Jimin were seeing people and wanted to get more serious with those girls. Yoongi clearly liked you before that party too. I wouldn’t doubt the other two also had those feelings before that, but were just better at hiding it. I don’t think there’s any ‘normal life’ to return to before you all started to address the elephant in the room.”

She’s right.

There was already something there whether you noticed it or not. At some point in time, the idea of liking you was planted in their heads, and eventually growing into love. You just don’t know when and while you hold a lot of love for them, you’ve always pushed the idea of romantic love for them aside as it didn’t seem realistic, or even good to think about. Keeping it platonic was easier anyways.

Up until recently, though, when whatever pent up sexual frustration and desires took charge on your relationships with two of your best friends.

“You’re right. I’m just going to have to acknowledge the risks and deal with the consequences of my horniess and feelings.”

Hwasa chews her food before responding matter-of-factly, “And whatever happens, I will be there to comfort you! You can use my boobs as a pillow and spill your tears onto me.”

You laugh loudly. “Always appreciate knowing you will be there during my lowest lows with your chest as comfort.”

You both finish lunch and head over to her dorm to rest before your next class in an hour.

“So…is your decision coming before or after the Valentine’s Night Market?”

The Valentine’s Night Market. You had totally forgotten that Hwasa invited you and the boys to come by for one of ASU’s – the student org she’s in – annual night market event. It was mixed celebration for Lunar New Years and Valentine’s Day here.

"Oh, Valentine’s Night Market. Totally slipped my mind," you admit, realizing the distraction of your personal matters overshadowed the upcoming event.

Hwasa grins, "Well, I’m tabling and selling kimchi fried rice and hotteok. Do you still have some time to help out a little? Just for the first hour! Jieun will take over after!"

You don’t have any set plans to hang out with Yoongi and Jimin besides saying that Valentine’s Day is the day, so you might as well tell them to come to the event and hang out with you there. It could make things less suspicious to others. You also wonder what Namjoon’s plans are so you can avoid any distractions that day too.

"Yeah, sure, I can help out for a bit. But, let me check with the guys about it." you say, pulling out your phone to send a quick message in the Sanctuary group chat.

You [1:15 PM]: Hey, what plans did you guys have in mind for Valentine’s Day evening? There’s the night market event on campus, and I’m helping Hwasa table for the first hour. You guys should come and we can hang after?

While waiting for their responses, Hwasa continues, "Please! I hope they say yes. Plus, it'll give you time to think about your decision more. Trust me; selling hotteok is like therapy." Your laughter punctuates her words, easing the tension.

Not long after, your two best friends respond back.

Yoongi [1:21 PM]: We wanted to wait to hear what you had in mind and do that, but this sounds good. We’ll be there.

Jimin [1:22 PM]: Yeah, let’s do that. Beats sitting around and overthinking.

With your plans in place, you turn back to Hwasa.

"Looks like I can work the shift!"

“Fuck yeah! I appreciate you helping out, let’s try to get everything sold.”

The anticipation for the event in two days starts building, and you both dive into more detailed planning and strategizing. Hwasa's vibrant personality coupled with her contagious excitement feels motivating, and you find yourself getting into the spirit and readiness to confront your feelings.

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February 14 [Thursday]

If only your anxiety would be weaker than your drive for motivation.

The soft rays of the setting sun filter through your bedroom window, casting a warm glow on the floral print ruched spring short dress you twirl in front of the mirror. It was a gift from Yoongi for Christmas, paired with the long star earrings Jimin gifted you. The whole ensemble makes you feel delicate and coquette. You feel a little embarrassed to find yourself dressing up for this, but you figured if you might as well go all out for what could be the last day you do something like this.

You’re on a mission tonight.

After doing a soft makeup look, you grab your small black flap bag walking downstairs. 

You texted the house gc earlier letting them know you'd be out helping at the night market. Hoseok responded saying he'd be there too because his dance club group was doing a cover performance. Seokjin mentioned he’s also going to be there tabling for Kappa Psi Pi. Jungkook and Taehyung were going out bar hopping with a few other guys hoping to get lucky for the night. Jimin and Yoongi said they would be in the library studying for a midterm, which didn’t raise any suspicions, surprisingly.

As for Namjoon…

“Tiny, where are you going all dolled up?”

You are caught off guard by Namjoon's call from the kitchen where he is eating a bowl of cut fruit. He stands leaning against the doorway, looking at you from head to toe, licking his lips after each juicy bite of fruit. Is that melon? When your eyes leave his lips to look into his gaze, you become frozen. Huh? This never happened to you before. What an interesting thing to see how his actions leave you feeling a little nervous now, especially after what he confessed to you not that long ago.

“I’m helping table for V-day night market with Hwasa at 7:00, then I’m going to enjoy the event after my shift.”

Namjoon nods, his gaze holding a mix of understanding and something else. “That…sounds pretty fun.”

“What about you?” Namjoon forgot to respond to the group chat, so you’re curious to hear of his Valentine’s Day plans. You don’t think it will involve him on a date after his confession, so you wonder what else he has in store.

He sets his bowl down and steps closer, whispering near your ear and causing a shiver down your spine. You’re suddenly more alert than you were previously.

“I wanted to spend time with my Honey, but that will have to wait.”

You’ve heard his low raspy voice many times before, but for some reason, it feels very erotic in this moment. If he commanded you with this voice all the time, you would do whatever he pleases. Your breath catches, and questions swirl in your mind. Hold on, what does he mean that will have to wait? For what?

Before you can seek clarification, he adds, “I’m going with Soyoon, John and San to a live art gallery event up in the big city. John’s band friends are going to play.” 

“A-Ah, I see.”

He gets up from his leaned position and looks at you softly. Has it been a long time since Namjoon looked at you with that much love and care in his eyes? You feel like he’s become much more serious with you since you started college. This act feels nostalgic.

He pushes a few loose strands behind your ear, “Don’t get jealous okay?” He chuckles, his signature dimples coming into sight.

“Huh?! I wasn’t even thinking that!” you stammer, attempting to brush off the implication despite failing as your face blushes.

In this moment, he pulls you into a tight hug. Your cheek presses against the fabric of his gray shirt, and you soak in the comfort he provides. It feels so nice. So safe. After a long time, in his arms, you feel at home.

“Well whenever you’re ready, I’ll be there no matter what.”

You assume he’s talking about you answering his confession from the trip.  

Whenever you’re ready, he says.

“Thank you Joonie.” You sigh deeply into his chest, words sounding a little muffled.

Could it be that Namjoon’s the true answer to all your problems, not Yoongi or Jimin? But it still doesn’t feel right. No matter who you end up ultimately picking, you still feel like you won’t be happy. Even if the other two guys say they will be happy, will they actually be okay with seeing their two best friends happily in love?

And if you end up with one of them, what’s to say the relationship will last? What if you two fall out of love for each other and ultimately break up? Will you be all alone at the end this time, no best friends to lean back on to help you rise up once again? You hate to admit how much Yeonjun’s after image lingers in your mind whenever you think about the future of a relationship. Despite how he was just a brief happening in the summer breeze, the lasting impact of his final words remain.

You bid goodbye to Namjoon, who leaves first as John’s ‘96 Toyota Corolla stops in front of the house to pick him up. Soyoon waves to you excitedly from the back seat as she sits next to San. 

As the car fades in the distance, you walk in the opposite direction to campus.

After walking for about 8 minutes, the quad comes alive as you step onto its paved pathways, filled with the vibrant tapestry of the Valentine's Night Market. Strings of twinkling lights drape across the trees, casting a warm glow. Stalls adorned with heart-shaped decorations and bursts of red and pink hues line the paths, creating a whimsical atmosphere.

As you immerse yourself in this enchanting setting, a mixture of emotions washes over you. The sweet aroma of various treats wafts through the air, enticing passersby. Stalls offer an array of delectable delights, from cotton candy in shades of pastel to heart-shaped cookies intricately decorated with icing. The scent of hotteok wafts from Hwasa and Jieun's stall, where they expertly flip the sweet korean treat on a sizzling griddle.

“Oh! Honey! You’re here–” Hwasa pauses, checking you out from head to toe. “Looking cute as fuck, bestie!”

“Thank you.” You reply sheepishly, using your arms to flatten your dress from any wrinkles. “The whole setup for the night market looks so cool this year!”

You look up and all around, colorful lanterns sway gently overhead with wishes and messages from students written on small notes. The gentle breeze causes them to dance in the night, adding to the ambience of the market. The gentle hum of laughter and conversation blends with the cheerful melodies of the band playing at the very center of the quad.

A few Carnival rides spin and twirl at the far end of the quad, their lights tracing intricate patterns against the night sky. The Ferris wheel, glimmering in pink and red, stands tall, offering couples a romantic view of the campus from above. Nearby, a carousel with whimsical creatures invites laughter from those enjoying a nostalgic ride.

Various booths offer interactive experiences, adding an extra layer of fun to the festivities. A photobooth machine captures candid moments against a backdrop of sparkling hearts, while a fortune-teller booth held by the Harry Potter club promises glimpses into the future. Students crowd around games of skill and chance, trying their hand at winning prizes that range from plush toys to heart-shaped trinkets.

“There’s carnival rides too?” You gasp seeing them in a section beside the built stage at the center of the quad.

“Yeah, we got a few international students who joined this year willing to fund for better stuff.” She leans in close to your ear and points carefully at two people named Giselle and Ten standing around another booth. “So you better go enjoy it after! We also have a few bands playing, so even more reason to stick around.” 

“That’s so cool! I’ll keep that in mind!”

Hwasa hands you a cute apron with hearts and stars from a box below the table. "Okay. Time to make those hotteoks, bestie! I have Peniel and Junny handling the kimchi fried rice, so don’t worry about that."

You walk around to enter the tent then tie the apron around your waist. You stand next to the griddle gradually heating up. Hwasa takes charge of coordinating orders and managing the flow of customers. The scent of sizzling batter and sweet fillings fills the air as you expertly flip the hotteoks, ensuring they are cooking to perfection. 

Peniel stands in the next table over, clad in a stylish apron with the words "Best Chef in the World" emblazoned on it, working diligently at the adjacent stall, skillfully frying up batches of savory kimchi fried rice. Junny sits while on his phone as he waits for people to come by and order. The enticing aroma of Korean spices wafts through the air, drawing in hungry students with each tantalizing whiff.

After a while of a couple of orders coming in, Hwasa glances at her watch and nudges you. "I need to run to another booth to get more change. Can you handle this for a bit?"

"Uh, sure!" you respond, taking the cash box and flashing a reassuring smile. As Hwasa disappears into the bustling crowd, you focus on the task at hand, jotting down the few orders you get and going back to the grill. Dammit, why did she have to leave you like this until God knows when?

Suddenly, two familiar figures approach the stall, dressed in outfits that catch your eye. 

"Angel isn’t getting any orders." Yoongi speaks first with a grin, his eyes lighting up with surprise and amusement.

Jimin chuckles, “I guess it’s a slow night for our darling."

“H-Hey–” You pause as you check them out.

Yoongi sports a black bomber jacket that complements his laid-back aura. Underneath, he wears a simple white tee, creating a clean and modern look. Paired with dark jeans and sleek Airforces, his overall ensemble has your eyes glued to him. His hair is also in a bun, which you hadn’t seen him do before. Has his hair grown that much?

When you turn to glance at Jimin you see he’s opted for a varsity jacket that injects a dose of sporty charm into his outfit. Jimin’s black hair is slowly catching up to the same length as Yoongi’s. The jacket, with embroidered details and a slightly worn appearance adds character to his look. Beneath the jacket, Jimin wears a snug-fitting black shirt, with distressed jeans and comfortable converse sneakers to complete the look. 

They look so fucking good. The urge to pounce on them is high, and you wonder if it’s your hormones talking. They’ve been yapping all day keeping you at your wits ends. You wish you were done with your shift so you can go run off with them, but you still have another 25 minutes to go. Lost in thought, you don’t realize that your gaze lingers on them for more than a mere moment. It isn’t until Yoongi notices and chuckles. Shit, they’re going to tease

"Cat got your tongue?" he teases, a smirk playing on his lips.

You roll your eyes, trying to mask the blush creeping up on your cheeks. "Uh, I'm just appreciating the fashion show you two decided to put on tonight."

Jimin grins, nudging Yoongi. "Well, you know we always dress to impress.” Jimin jolts slightly as he remembers something “Oh right! Here, we got you something.” 

Jimin holds out a small bouquet of pink roses, their sweet fragrance wafting through the air. "These are for you," 

Yoongi follows suit, "And these are from me. We thought they might brighten up your evening."

The corners of Yoongi's lips lift into a warm smile as he reaches behind him, handing you a small vibrant bouquet of sunflowers – a burst of yellow that seems to carry the sunshine itself. 

Your heart swells with gratitude as you accept the flowers. "Thank you both," you express genuinely, fingers gently tracing the petals of the sunflowers. "They're beautiful, just like the two of you."

Jimin’s cheeks tint with a subtle blush, and Jimin chuckles, playfully nudging him. "Looks like our darling is smooth with words too. Must be how you’re getting customers tonight"

As you place the bouquets in the back table, you're drawn back to the present, realizing you're still on your shift. "Oh! No, actually, tabling has been pretty slow overall!" you exclaim, eager to change the subject to calm your heart down. "Hwasa's off getting change. But is there anything I can get you guys while you're here?"

"Can we get you now?" Yoongi bluntly asks.

Yet again, you find yourself caught off guard by his boldness. He never used to be like this, but ever since you two started this deal, you feel like you awakened another side of him.

“Sorry boys,” You shut down the flirting efforts, instead playing hard to get. “Unless you wanna help me sell these hot…buns? Then maybe I could finish faster and go?”

"You know what, Honey? We'll help you out," Yoongi declares, rolling up his sleeves with a mischievous grin.

Jimin joins in, "Yeah, we can't let you work too hard on Valentine's Day."

You chuckle, appreciating their willingness to lend a hand. “Come around back and get to work then!” 

This actually proves to be a good idea for you. Once they start working, they start to bring in a crowd of people. The two men take turns flipping hotteoks, playfully teasing each other and engaging customers with their charisma. Jimin, with his infectious smile, handles customers with so much ease, while Yoongi adopts an exaggerated seriousness as he grills, drawing amused glances from onlookers. You’re left in awe at the efforts of your best friends and how reliable they are. 

When Hwasa comes back, she’s amused at the sight bringing in so much traction. 

As you all finish with a good chunk of the orders, she finally steps inside the tent and you hand her the stack of orders you all took. “Thanks to these two, we've made an impressive number of sales. I think this is my cue to go?” You look at her with stars in your eyes, hoping that this will be enough t satisfy the greedy tiger that is the treasurer of ASU, Ahn Hyejin

“I guess you have done your part, Y/N.” She turns to face Yoongi and Jimin. “Now, go enjoy the night with her! I have some people coming in at 8 to handle things from here."

You and your three best friends nod at each other and leave the stall to go explore the rest of the night market, which is now filled with more people. Couples stroll hand in hand, sharing stolen glances beneath the glow of the market lights. You wonder if you’ll ever get to experience something like that. Laughter erupts from other corners filled with various groups of friends exploring diverse offerings. Everyone’s creating memories that will linger long after the night has passed. Will this night be a good memory for you three as well?

In that moment of many thoughts, you feel Yoongi and Jimin’s fingers gently interlace with yours. Oh? Not “Oh” in a confused way, but “Oh” as a casual remark of an action that’s filled with normalcy. It’s something that feels just so natural for you three for as long as you’ve known each other. Your hands in theirs as you weave through the lively crowd of the night market embraced with its infectious energy leaves you feeling at ease. 

"You look adorable in that dress, Y/N. We didn't even notice what you were wearing under the apron earlier," Jimin remarks, flashing his signature eye smile as he stops walking. Yoongi chimes in, "Yeah, the gifts we got you suit you well."

Blushing at their compliments, you glance down at your outfit, feeling grateful for their attention to detail.  “O-Oh, thank you. I just felt like it was the right day to wear it.”

See? There’s times where comments, no matter how normal they may seem for long time friends, will actually get you flustered. Damn their words of affirmation hitting you right where you feel it.

As you wander through the stalls, Jimin spots a photobooth and suggests capturing a few memories together. His eyes gleam mischievously as he proposes, "Hey, why don't we take some photos? You know, like old times."

“Like the times we would take photos in the photobooth after we saw a movie at that run down theater in middle school?” You giggle.

“Exactly like that. You would always make us take those!” Yoongi reminisces.

In the spirit of spontaneity and nostalgia, you agree, and soon, you three find the empty photobooth with a charming backdrop, pay the small fee and enter it.

The first photo captures all three of you in silly poses. Yoongi throws a peace sign, Jimin puckers his lips in an exaggerated kissy face, and you make bunny ears behind Yoongi's head. Laughter erupts as Jimin clicks the photo, freezing that moment of carefree camaraderie.

For the second shot, you find yourself sandwiched between Jimin and Yoongi, each of them throwing a peace sign while you sport an exaggerated surprised expression. 

For the final shot, Jimin eyes Yoongi, seemingly having a pose idea that you’re unsure of. Yoongi nods curiously. Jimin positions himself on one side of you, and Yoongi on the other. Milliseconds before the camera clicks, Jimin and Yoongi simultaneously plant soft kisses on your cheeks. After the shutter goes off, the moment is frozen in time on the strip as it comes out of the photo booth machine. For a split second, you're caught off guard, the warmth of their lips leaving a lingering sensation on your skin. The shock registers on your face, captured perfectly in the photograph.

"Wait, what!" you exclaim, your eyes widening in shock. 

"Surprise!" Jimin grins, stepping out to grab the photo.

"Yeah, gotcha." Yoongi adds, a playful glint in his eyes.

Your initial shock turns into shy laughter as you realize the mischief they've just orchestrated. "Hey! That was so uncalled for…"

Jimin chuckles, "Gotta keep things interesting, right?"

Yoongi smirks, "Consider it payback for all those times you surprised us being a minx."

You burst out laughing, which leads to them into a laughing fit seeing you feeling happy. Agh, they always gotta tease and expose you like this! You playfully swat at them, still processing their unexpected actions.

After leaving the photo booth, the tantalizing aroma of freshly baked bungeo ppang fish bread catches your attention. The scent triggers a childhood memory, and you excitedly share, "Hey, let's stop by this stall! I haven’t had a bungeo ppang since I was in elementary school."

Yoongi and Jimin exchange amused glances, remembering your tales of childhood cravings. You ate so many when you would go over to Yoongi’s house because his mom would make dozens of them for their church fundraisers. You even got the nickname “little bungeoppang” from Yoongi’s mom because of this.

The club's fish bread stall boasts an array of flavors, from traditional red bean to modern twists like chocolate and custard. They order a variety, hoping to recreate a bit of nostalgia for you.

While enjoying the warm, sweet taiyaki, you notice a towering structure at the far end of the quad—the Ferris wheel. Your eyes light up with curiosity, and you turn to Yoongi and Jimin, "What do you guys think about riding the Ferris wheel? I've always been a bit nervous about heights, but with you two, it might be fun."

Jimin grins, "That sounds like a great idea! We can keep you company and make sure you feel comfortable."

Yoongi adds, "Don't worry, we'll be right there with you. It'll be a fun experience."

Encouraged by their reassurance, you join the line for the Ferris wheel. It’s not a gigantic ferris wheel that you’ve seen at amusement parks, but it’s fairly midsize that would let you see a large portion of campus up at the highest point. The anticipation builds as the line inches forward, and soon, it's your turn to board one of the colorful gondolas. The Ferris wheel slowly ascends, offering breathtaking views of the night market below.

Is it the worst moment to admit that you’re a little scared of heights? Probably. You know you wanted to ride this, but now that you’re on it. You’re a little anxious. It’s not even that high! Get it together, Y/N.

Your fear must be easily sensed, because Jimin decides to wrap an arm around you, offering support, while Yoongi holds your hand on the other side. You wait for them to make fun of you for wanting to ride the ferris wheel despite being scared of heights, but those words don’t come. 

As the gondola reaches its peak, you glance at your university campus and down at the bustling market, feeling a mix of excitement and nervousness. Yoongi whispers, "Look at that view, Angel. It's beautiful, isn't it?"

With their comforting presence, the nervousness begins to fade, replaced by a sense of joy and exhilaration. You’re okay. You’re safe with them. The Ferris wheel ride becomes a shared adventure, a moment suspended in time between the colorful lights and the starry sky.

As the Ferris wheel descends, you all step off and exit the area. It’s a relief to be touching the ground once again. You tag along behind Yoongi and Jimin and become the person to recommence the hand holding once again.

In the distance, the rhythmic beat of a live band permeates the air. The music carries a unique blend of energy and emotion, drawing you all toward the center of the quad where the performance unfolds.

Yoongi tilts his head, recognizing the sound. "That sounds like Sammy's band," he remarks, his ears attuned to the familiar tunes. With curiosity guiding your steps, the three of you make your way to the source of the music.

As you three approach the middle of the crowd watching the performance, the silhouette of the keyboardist catches your eye, and you're taken aback. It's Yijeong, playing alongside Sammy's band. You shoot a puzzled look at Yoongi, who smirks, "Sammy asked for Yijeong's number this morning. Dojoon got food poisoning, and they needed someone to cover for him."

The stage is bathed in a warm, golden glow, and the crowd buzzes with anticipation as the band gets ready for their next song. 

“We are ‘The Rose’! Or ‘Windfall’...we haven’t decided on our official name yet. My keys guy got food poisoning so a good friend came to cover. We have two songs coming up next. One is a cover of one of my favorite songs and the other is an original song written by us, so enjoy!”

The first chords of the cover song, "Pristine" by Snail Mail, resonate through the speakers. Sammy’s, the lead guitarist, fingers dance effortlessly across the strings, conjuring a haunting melody that seems to linger in the night air. The drummer – which Yoongi comments is Hajoon – sets a steady beat, creating a rhythmic foundation that anchors the ethereal atmosphere.

As Sammy begins singing, his voice filled with both vulnerability and strength wraps around the lyrics. Each word is like a brushstroke on a canvas, painting a picture of longing and introspection. The crowd, drawn into the magnetic pull of the music, sways in unison, a collective dance to the emotional cadence.

Internally, you're caught in the vortex of emotions. The lyrics of the song, like a mirror reflecting your own inner turmoil, resonate with the complexities of your relationships. The notion of wanting to be one with someone echoes the silent desires you've been grappling with, a yearning for unity in the midst of uncertainty. You can’t be with just someone. You realize you have to be with them. But why is the answer so obvious, yet feels impossible?

When the song finishes, The Rose transitions seamlessly to their original song, "I Don't Know You.” Sammy’s voice takes center stage, followed by bassist Jaehyeong pouring raw emotion into every note. The melody weaves through the air, intertwining with the radiance of the lights above. The keyboardist, Yijeong, adds a layer of depth, his fingers dancing across the keys like a silent storyteller.

With each lyric, you find yourself pulled deeper into a contemplative state. The longing expressed in the music mirrors your own inner conflicts. I want to know you.  It's a phrase that reverberates within you, a sentiment that resonates with the intricate dance between friendship and something more.

In the midst of the performance, you glance at Yoongi and Jimin, their eyes reflecting a shared understanding. You wonder if the song is hitting them as much as it’s hitting you right now. The energy from the stage lets your surroundings become a realm where emotions are laid bare. Yoongi and Jimin both hold internal diaries with thousands of words that have not been said aloud.

The chorus swells, and you're compelled to reach out, gently tugging at their arms. The gesture, a silent acknowledgment, weaves seamlessly into the fabric of the music. The lyrics, "Do you want me? Your lover who will never change. Even your bitterness, makes me obsessed," echo in your mind, prompting introspection and a deepening realization.

Suddenly, against the backdrop of the music, Yoongi and Jimin exchange glances, and a shared realization flickers in their eyes. The intensity of the performance and the emotions it evokes push them to reveal what's been lingering in the air.

“Y/N, I’m in love with you.”

“I’ve loved you for a long time, Y/N.”

Jimin and Yoongi speak simultaneously, though Yoongi says a slightly different declaration. You’re speechless. You had anticipated hearing these words after being able to connect the dots, but to actually hear them. At this moment, it’s surreal. This feels like a dream. You don’t want it to end. Because when it ends, things might not ever be the same. And that scares you.

While their words of confession are simple, their love conveyed more in the language of shared gazes and repressed emotions that leave you with a myriad of questions. Even though you had a feeling, you are still left awestruck. The melody, the lights, and the atmosphere seem to crystallize in that moment, etching the beginning of a new chapter.

I love you. Despite such a simple three word phrase, you can’t sayt it right now, You can’t even gather all the words you want to say right now. Maybe because you feel nervous right now, but you will save it for when you go home. And that’s now. You all need to go back now. You need to be somewhere where you can throw all your love and make it known how much you care for them. You just can’t do that here.

The urge to go to the sanctuary that will let you liberate your feelings before it feels like it’s too late.

Without any other words, you respond with a smile, bright and with hidden intentions. “Let’s go home?”

With no questions asked, they seem to understand your intentions and take you away.

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The atmosphere in your room is heavy with unspoken emotions as you all made your way back home from the night market. The walk is quiet, with occasional flustered glances exchanged between you, Jimin, and Yoongi. The air is tense with anticipation and uncertainty.

Upon entering your room, the tension lingers. You go sit in the center of your bed and gesture your two friends to join you on it. It takes a moment to collect your thoughts, wanting your own words to sound heartfelt before breaking the silence. 

"Yoongi…Jimin…." That sounds too serious, but there is no way to just confess something that has probably been 10 years in the making without you really realizing it.

Jimin looks at you with a mixture of hope and anxiety, while Yoongi maintains a calm demeanor, his eyes reflecting understanding. You take a deep breath, grappling with the weight of your decision.

"I don’t even know what to say, but I appreciate both of your confessions.” You pause for a moment, letting out a sigh, before continuing, “I want to say I love you both too. A lot. More than I ever thought I did before, and this whole deal really opened my eyes to those feelings.” You glance at both of them, trying to gauge their own reactions to your words. In a way, it’s like reassurance to convince yourself to keep going. You’d probably crawl into a hole and die if maybe you heard wrong earlier and now they’re incredibly confused as to why you’re saying this.

But it’s not like that at all. Yoongi’s cat-like smile right now is one of those things that has always reassured you when you were uncertain in the past.  His eyes turn glossy, while trying to put up a composed exterior, as he patiently waits to hear you say more. Jimin, on the other hand, becomes flustered from hearing your confession. You notice him fidgeting with his fingers and biting his lips, which is something he only does when he’s feeling shy. If only you were aware that every beat of their hearts echo in silence and anticipation. 

“I never imagined myself in this situation,” you admit, “But it’s clear that my feelings have evolved so much after realizing the small things that you’ve done for me, not just recently, but ever since I met you two. And eventually I realized that I love you two in different ways as well.” You take a deep breath, attempting to articulate the intricate dance of emotions within your heart. 

“Yoongi, you’ve always felt like my other half.” You confess further, “It’s like we’re always in tune with each other’s thoughts and feelings. I feel like you complete parts of me that I couldn’t find on my own.”

"Especially during those times when my relationships soured and I struggled trying to socialize with new people," You admit, your voice taking on a more reflective tone. "You were there for me, Yoongi. Your understanding and steadiness became my anchor in those turbulent moments. When I felt lost, your presence brought a sense of calm and assurance. You've seen me at my lowest, yet you never wavered."

You reach out towards Yoongi’s hand, thumb tracing the back of it. "Jimin, you're someone who makes me feel so free," you confess, a genuine smile playing on your lips. "You've always managed to coax me out of my shell, and without you, I don't think I'd be the person I am today."

Jimin's eyes light up with a mix of gratitude and happiness.

“And," you add, a hint of playfulness coloring your tone, "I can't forget that you were my first kiss. It was a moment filled with happiness and warmth, a memory I cherish deeply. You made me feel safe, and I truly always look back to that time when we were young and innocent."

You lift up your hand to caress Jimin's cheeks, which flush with a rosy hue. A mix of surprise and joy twinkle in his eyes.

"Thank you for sharing your feelings with us," Yoongi speaks first, his voice a gentle melody that resonates in the room. "It means a lot to know that I mean so much to you in that way. We've been through so much together, and knowing that feeling is mutual is the greatest feeling ever."

Jimin shares his gratitude as well and adds, "I never expected to hear such beautiful words from you. It's like a dream come true knowing that you love me and think about those things too.”

They’re so sweet, you think. A part of you internally questions if you’re really deserving of their love, but you push it away. You can’t let anything stop you right now. “There’s a lot more I want to know from you, but for now, I wanted to ask if we could do something before…this all ends.”

Curiosity sparkles in their eyes as they turn their attention to you. "What is it?" Yoongi inquires, his voice filled with a blend of interest and anticipation.

Jimin, on the verge of voicing his thoughts, begins, "Is it..."

“Could we…try a threesome?”

The suggestion hangs in the air, catching them off guard. Jimin's eyes widen, surprised by the proposal, while Yoongi raises an eyebrow, a hint of amusement playing on his lips.

"W-Wow…holy shit…" Jimin stammers, his cheeks turning a subtle shade of pink. “Say no more, I’m fucking down.”

You chuckle nervously, "Really? It’s just for tonight. A final hurrah before…whatever happens."

Yoongi smirks, "Well, that's unexpected. Are you sure you're up for it? I mean, I’m willing to do it."

You nod nervously, determined to bring a sense of ease to the situation. "It's our last night under this deal we have. I’m also on birth control so we could try anything and everything. So whenever you’re ready—"

You stop speaking as you notice their eyes darken slowly, lust hidden behind them. Without a word, their actions become synchronized, and the atmosphere shifts subtly.

Jimin, always the bolder one, is the first to make a move. His lips press against the sensitive skin of your neck, sending a shiver down your spine. You inhale sharply, the unexpected warmth of his kiss catching you off guard. Meanwhile, Yoongi's gaze remains fixed on you, a mixture of desire and uncertainty in his eyes.

As Jimin's kisses trail up toward your jawline, Yoongi gets closer, his fingers lightly tracing patterns on your waist. The room is filled with a soft, anticipatory hum as their actions synchronize, creating a symphony of sensations.

Their lips meet at the curve of your jaw, and for a moment, there's a gentle collision of their lips. It catches you off guard, though Jimin doesn’t seem too shocked and Yoongi remains neutrally curious. You find yourself gradually immersed in the experience and wanting to see how things could go.

Before things can get more interesting for you to see, their lips soon meet yours in a shared kiss that starts tentatively. An initial awkwardness you felt asking for this melts away, replaced by a growing sense of connection. The taste of both Yoongi and Jimin on your lips creates a unique and intoxicating blend. Sweet, intoxicating and sinful.

Yoongi unzips your dress from the left side and both men begin removing your dress, their hands move with a synchronized urgency. As your dress falls away, you sit there before them in nothing but your lingerie, vulnerable yet empowered by the raw desire written across their faces. You feel a rush of heat flood your cheeks as their gazes linger on your exposed form, their desire palpable in the air.

They immediately begin undressing themselves, losing to their own lust, throwing their clothes on the floor and pushing you down on the bed. Yoongi begins fondling your breasts, fingers inching toward your core. Jimin on the other hand, frees your right breast from your bra cup and attaches his lips to your nipple.

"Mmph," your moan escapes your lips as you arch your back, feeling the heated, sloppy kiss of Jimin's mouth all around on your tit. He's unrelenting with his hold and you are helpless under his touch. Your breasts have always been so sensitive that it makes you nearly lose it already. The idea of you so weak for him and nobody else that you can’t even stand. The sensation continues to shoot through your body like an electrical current, making your core clench and your hips buck slightly.

Yoongi inches closer, his gaze never leaving your face as he keeps one hand gently kneading your breast while he uses the other to slowly begin tracing circular patterns over the lacy fabric covering your clit. The anticipation is almost unbearable, building a crescendo of desire that threatens to consume you. You need more of them.

With a sudden urgency, you pull them down onto the bed, your eagerness surprising both of them. Their soft laughter only fuels the fire as you straddle Jimin to kiss him more, your hands grabbing his hardening cock under you and giving it several strokes. He deepens the kiss almost immediately and as soon as your mouth opens for him, your tongues brush against each other in fervor. It's so sloppy and carnal and just simply pornographic, but it's also filled with enough emotion and intimacy to make your knees buckle. You move your hand to massage his balls in time, and he nearly keels over, mouth falling open. He lets out a gasp when your thumb circles his throbbing tip. 

On the opposite end, Yoongi kneels down, his free hand lifting your hips upwards before his mouth leans in and meets your swollen clit.

You hear smacking sounds immediately, and combined with how this feels, his skillful lips and hands have you crying out, squirming, and grasping onto Jimin for dear life. Yoongi called this ‘taking you to Hong Kong”. You still don’t know why, but fuck, does he do it so well. It’s literally your favorite thing in the world since this deal started.

With his tongue licking and circling your clit, you know you aren't going to hold on much longer. He moans against your hard bud, enjoying this just as much as you are. His fingers dig into the soft skin of your ass spreading them apart adding yet another sensation. You try to not let the coil in your stomach release wanting to hold onto this feeling for as long as possible. It feels somewhat embarrassing if you’re the one cumming so much so soon.

Though, it’s inevitable that you’ll go insane from all these different sensations.

The intensity of the moment is palpable. You continue devouring Jimin’s lips, feeling his body heat and sweat against yours. Yoongi removes himself from you, denying the orgasm from coming. But you’re too focused on Jimin to worry about it, which makes Yoongi irritated.

This leads to him slowly sliding up beside you and gently running a hand along your ass, his fingers grazing the lace of your panties. The sensation is electrifying, and you can't help but moan softly into Jimin's lips.

"You want more, don't you?" Yoongi whispers seductively into your ear. His voice is low and rumbling, sending shivers down your spine. You nod eagerly, unable to find the words to respond.

“Hehe…Darling’s so needy,” Jimin pulls away from the kiss, giving you a knowing smile. In perfect harmony, the two men begin to undress the remaining lingerie, their hands moving with a fluid movement, their eyes never leaving yours. You feel vulnerable and exposed, yet simultaneously aroused and empowered by their desire for you.

Their fingers gently caressing your skin, you feel an electric current running through your body. They lay you down on the bed, positioning you on your hands and knees, facing the large mirror on the wall. That cursed mirror that you had once faced previously, though just with Yoongi.

You take a deep breath as you see your reflection, your arousal evident in the flushed skin and dilated pupils. Yoongi moves in behind you, his hands on your hips, pulling you closer to him. You feel his erection against your ass, a silent reminder of what is to come.

Jimin kneels in front of you, grabbing his cock and slapping it across your cheek, bringing your attention back to him. And he says you’re the needy one. Ha. You aim your head towards his waiting length and open your mouth. He thrusts in slowly, filling your mouth without trying to make you gag on it. Not today!

As you begin to suck on Jimin's cock, you feel Yoongi's middle finger slide into your pussy, mimicking the motion of your mouth. He pumps his finger in and out, with each second making you go into a trance. The tiny moans you let out at just one finger pushes him to add another right next to it. The way your walls contract as if fighting back against him pushing and pulling and spreading you open is driving him insane. He wants to feel it for himself, squeezing and milking him for all he’s worth. Your sounds of pleasure fill the room when you pull your mouth away from Jimin to control your breathing.

“Make those pretty sounds louder. You already know how much I love to hear them.” Jimin coaxes you further. You’ve known he gets off on your moans since the first day you fucked him.

Yoongi watches your reflection in the mirror, a mix of lust and satisfaction playing across his face. He's always been fascinated by the way your body responds to him, the way it seems to crave his touch.  He feels euphoric whenever he gets to fuck you like this, but even more right now.

Jimin’s aware of Yoongi’s possessiveness as he watches this exchange, his heart pounding in his chest. He wants nothing more than to fuck you and even him if the opportunity presented itself. Though the latter is not for today. It would be a dream to just do this in the future and give his best friends the pleasure they so desperately crave.

As you continue to suck Jimin's cock, Yoongi increases the pace of his fingers thrusting inside you. You feel like you're on the edge of something incredible, a pleasure so intense that you can barely breathe. He's unrelenting with his grip and you are helpless under his touch–his fingers are pumping faster and faster until you’re a trembling mess. Yoongi holds your hips up with one arm to keep you stable.

After your quivering stops, he pulls out his fingers.

“Mmh.” You groan around Jimin’s dick, which entices him to go faster.

“Hold on. You’ll get what you want. Be patient.” Yoongi chuckles in response as you whine from the loss of feeling him. After, he positions himself behind you, his cock throbbing against your entrance. He pushes himself inside you, filling you completely. You moan around Jimin's cock, the sensation of being filled by both of them in different places is overwhelming. Yoongi grips your hips, setting a leisurely pace as he watches the mirror. You glance upwards at Jimin, whose head is thrown back in his pleasure. Your fingers dance across the toned muscles of his stomach before gripping his hip urging him to push further.

Jimin pulls out of your mouth when he feels himself getting close. He doesn’t want to finish in your mouth. He’s done that many times before, and wants to change things up. There’s something that he has in mind that he wants to try.

He moves towards Yoongi and tells him that he wants to trade positions, telling him to lay under you instead. Yoongi immediately gets what the younger man is plotting and moves to position himself under you, his cock glistening with your juices. He lines himself up with your entrance, slowly pushing into you. A soft moan falls from your lips. This new angle hits new spots inside you. When Yoongi doesn’t immediately thrust, you rock your hips watching carefully for a reaction on his face. He grabs your hips holding you in place as Jimin situates himself behind you. “Darling, is it okay if we try double penetration?” Jimin asks, very shyly.

Your eyes widen a bit. You haven’t tried this with either of them before simply because the thought of it scared you and you also thought it was unsanitary. So you haven’t done this with anyone. You don’t know if you’re ready for that tonight. You’re honestly more open to doing it in one hole for now…Wait could you even do it? Could they both fit… Well it’s worth the shot. 

“Could you guys do it in the same… hole?” You try to word out. This feels embarrassing. Your horniess is going to jump out the window trying to have this conversation. Please just agree to it, guys.

The two men sense your timidness and nod.

“Yeah, that sounds more exciting.” Jimin smirks.

“We’ll try it.” Yoongi moves some strands of hair behind your ear to have a better view of your face. God, you’re glad they can’t see you blushing so hard in the darkness of this room with only the moonlight coming in.

“There’s lube in my bedside table.” You mumble not wanting to believe you are saying that out loud.

Both men raise an eyebrow and you playfully hit Yoongi’s chest. Behind you Jimin opens the drawer to retrieve the lube without a comment.

“Damn, Y/N, were you planning this?” Yoongi smirks and you lean forward to kiss him so he won’t be able to say another word. 

He takes his opportunity to hold the back of your neck and thrust into you until you have to pull away. Your moans fill the air only fueling the fire inside of Yoongi and Jimin. After a few more seconds Yoongi pulls you off his cock and against his chest stroking your hair. Behind you Jimin opens the lube bottle squirting a generous amount onto his hand. You hear the bottle click shut and he tosses it to the side. 

Your head lifts enough to see Jimin stroking his cock in the mirror. Yoongi’s grip on you tightens momentarily as a shocked gasp is pulled from his plump lips. With a look over your shoulder you see Jimin coating Yoongi’s cock with lube. His small fingers wrap expertly around his best friend’s length. 

There’s definitely something here you need to uncover in the future, but for now, you enjoy their acts.

When both men are properly lubricated you guide Yoongi back inside of you. He slips in easily and Jimin carefully lines himself at your entrance, and very, very slowly pushes his way in. Oh no, there’s a sting already. You feel a few tears pooling as you try to accept more of him. Fuck. You don’t think you can do this.

“Angel, it’s okay. Just take a deep breath and relax your body. Take as long as you need.” Yoongi reassures you and you nod. Things like this remind you why you love this man so much.

You take his advice, taking short breaks in between to get comfortable as Jimin keeps going. You feel both of them filling you, their cocks stretching you wide. Once they’re fully in, you wait a bit to adjust to the sensation, taking deep breaths to relax yourself. It feels so weird, but so comforting. It’s something you can’t explain unless you experience it.

Yoongi starts to thrust, his cock slamming into your pussy with quick force. Meanwhile, Jimin starts to match his pace, his cock sliding in and out of you in perfect sync with Yoongi's thrusts.

You cry out in pleasure, the sensation of being completely taken overcoming you.

You can't help but scream as the ecstasy builds inside you. Your body starts to shake, and you know you're close. Yoongi and Jimin are not far behind you being much more vocal than any other time you’ve been with either of them. This must feel just as earth shatteringly pleasurable for them as it does for you.

"Fuck, yes!" Jimin growls as he slams into you, his eyes locked on your reflection in the mirror. "That's it, take it all! You’re so good!" His voice is deep, hoarse with desire as he watches your arousal grow with each thrust.

Yoongi’s eyes never leave yours, his expression a mix of pleasure and anticipation. He thrusts deeper, harder, feeling your muscles clench around him as you near your release.

"Fuck, angel, you feel so amazing," he whispers, kissing your sweat-slicked forehead.

Suddenly, the three of you are lost in the throes of passion, your bodies moving together in perfect harmony. The sounds of flesh slapping against flesh fill the room, mixed with your gasps and moans of pleasure.

Just as you think you can't take any more, Yoongi and Jimin both pick up the pace, their bodies moving with a rhythm that's both primal and beautiful. You can feel their erections throbbing inside you. Yoongi takes this opportunity to start kissing your breasts and sucking your nipples. Jimin moves his hand under you to flick at your clit, adding an extra layer of stimulation that sends you over the edge.

Your body tightens around them, signaling that you're about to cum. Yoongi and Jimin feel your muscles contracting around their cocks, and they know that you're about to explode. They both thrust harder, trying to push you over the edge.

"Fuck, I'm going to cum!" Jimin growls, his hips bucking wildly. "Finally going to fill you up!"

"I'm close, too," Yoongi gasps, his eyes locked on yours. "You feel so fucking good, angel."

Your body trembles uncontrollably as they continue to fuck you, their cocks hitting your sweet spots over and over. The pleasure builds and builds, until finally, you can't take it anymore. 

“F-Fuck! Mmh!” Your orgasm explodes once again through you like a lightning bolt, your body shuddering and quivering. Almost simultaneously Jimin and Yoongi finish inside you. The sensation of their cum fillig you to the brim feels so odd, but equally satisfying. Jimin collapses onto your back panting in his euphoric post orgasm haze. 

Jimin pulls out first watching as the mixture of his and Yoongi’s cum drips down the length still inside you. Yoongi pulls you off his length watching as your legs quiver their cum trailing down your leg as he lays you beside him. Jimin goes into your bathroom to grab a towel, dampens it in water, and dabs it gently on your lower regions to clean. Feels as if the evidence of what transpired earlier is being erased. Just like when the clock struck midnight and Cinderella’s transformation became undone. Though, it’s not even midnight right now.

With a soft sigh, you lay down beside Yoongi after Jimin finished cleaning you, your body trying to get comfortable on the bed. The sheets beneath you are a soothing touch against your skin and surprisingly, not really wet at all from the orgasms. You can even feel the residual warmth from the shared moments with Yoongi and Jimin.

Jimin, attuned to the unspoken rhythm of the moment, gracefully positions himself on your other side. He mirrors your movements, creating a seamless transition as he settles beside you. The bed becomes a canvas for this intimate tableau, the three of you forming a gentle embrace.

Now, you find yourself sandwiched between the two men who have become such integral parts of your life. Imagining the scene right now in third person feels weird to think about. The afterglow of shared experiences paints a soft glow on each face, and a sense of tranquility permeates the room. The warmth of their bodies on either side of you creates a space of comfort, a sanctuary. 

With a synchronized movement, both Yoongi and Jimin turn onto their sides, facing you. Their arms encircle you in a tender embrace. You really do feel so safe here in their arms. Their fingers trace soothing patterns on your skin, and their touch becomes a delicate dance, a silent expression of their feelings for you.

As you bask in the post-intimacy tranquility, Jimin breaks the serene silence. His voice is a gentle murmur, "So, about what we talked about earlier... any thoughts on who you're leaning towards?" His eyes, a mix of hope and excitement, search yours for an answer.

Many thoughts flood your mind about what to say, and you take a deep breath before responding, "I…still need another day, Jimin. It's not an easy choice. I think this whole thing made it harder for me to decide…" Once you finish speaking, you can sense the disappointment that flickers across both of their expressions, but it's Jimin's reaction that stands out. The excitement that had danced in his eyes begins to fade, replaced by a subtle irritation.

Yoongi nods in understanding, his expression stoic. "Take the time you need, Y/N. We want you to be sure."

Jimin, however, turns his back to you, a silent gesture of frustration. Despite staying in the bed, the shift in his demeanor is noticeable. He remains present physically but seems to withdraw emotionally. Unable to ignore the tension, you decide to address the unspoken. "Jimin, are you okay?" you inquire gently, your voice barely above a whisper. His back remains turned to you, a subtle resistance in his posture.

A sigh escapes him, and he shifts slightly. "Yeah, I'm fine," he mumbles against your pillow, his voice a delicate blend of resignation and disappointment. It's too obvious that he’s not okay with this.

Yoongi, sensing the undercurrents, tightens his hold around you, offering silent reassurance. He understands the complexity of the situation, respecting the need for time and clarity.

In the quiet moments that follow, Jimin speaks up again, his voice softer this time, "I just thought... I don't know. It's frustrating, that's all."

 His vulnerability becomes more apparent as he wrestles with the emotions stirred by the unfolding events.

You reach out, your hand gently finding its way to Jimin's shoulder. The touch is a tender acknowledgment, a silent assurance that the complexities of your emotions are not lost on you. "Jimin, I promise to give you guys an answer soon. I just need a little more time…” You think you should tell them about Namjoon telling you he’s in love with you. Transparency rule, right? They would understand you want to think this through more knowing how this is a tough decision. “Namjoon told me he likes me awhile back. He told me I didn’t have to give him my answer right then and there, but now that’s also been stressing me lately.”

Jimin, still facing away from you, visibly tenses at the revelation. It's as if the room, already steeped in complexity, has become even more intricate. Yoongi's grip around you remains steady, but you can feel him tense up a bit from the mention.

"Namjoon?" Yoongi's voice carries a mix of surprise and, perhaps, a hint of insecurity.

"Why didn't you tell us sooner?" Jimin, still facing away, speaks, his voice edged with a touch of frustration. "I... I wanted to figure things out on my own first before bringing it up," you admit, your gaze shifting between Yoongi and Jimin. "It's not like I kept that from you intentionally. I just needed some time to process and evaluate everything."

Jimin remains silent for a moment before speaking, his words measured, "Evaluate things now that you're considering him too?"

Yoongi nods, his expression unreadable. "This doesn't make things any easier for us." he remarks, a hint of weariness in his voice.

He's right, and you know it. Maybe you shouldn’t have opened your big fat mouth. But you had to be honest with them about what’s been going on. Taking a deep breath, you continue, "Namjoon is our best friend too, and I don't want to ignore his feelings. I need to figure out what’s the best thing to do and how it might affect all of us."

Your words hang in the air as you all settle into an uneasy silence. There’s just too much right now leaving you grappling with uncertainty. With a shared understanding that words might not provide the resolution needed at the moment, you decide to let the night take its course.

Yoongi, sensing the need for a change in the atmosphere, suggests, "Let's get some rest. We can talk more tomorrow." He turns to face away from you and wraps himself up more with the blankets and sheets on your bed.

Jimin, still facing away from you, doesn’t say anything. 

As you lay there, staring at the ceiling, you can't help but wonder if there’s even a good ending in store for you. You think through hundreds of different scenarios, but can only imagine hurt at the end of them. Sleep eludes you for a while, the pressure of your decision stressing your mind.

The room gradually quiets down, and the soft sounds of nighttime take over. 

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February 15 [Friday] You wake up the next morning, entangled in limbs and surrounded by the body warmth from the men who made love to you the night before. You are still half-asleep when you hear a voice calling out your name. 

“Y/N…” 

When you get up, your eyes bulge out from the immediate sight of Jungkook at the foot of your bed. 

“Jungkook? What the fuck.”

You’re so close to yelling, but quickly remind yourself where you are and what day it is. It’s your room at the Beta Tau house and it’s Friday. Wait fuck! Why are Jimin and Yoongi still in your bed? The jolt you did in reaction to Jungkook causes the two men beside you to wake up. Yoongi looks grumpy as he slowly gets up, while Jimin cutely rubs his eyes. Once they make eye to eye contact with Jungkook, they’re wide awake.

“Y/N… Jimin…Hyung… you all need to be more careful.”

“Jungkook, how the fuck did you get in here?” Jimin groans.

“Through the door like a normal fucking person.” Jungkook looks at each of you and sighs. “I knew about Honey and Yoongi that one time, but when the hell did this all happen?”  

“Long story.” Yoongi takes this time to respond, rather shortly as he puts his hands through his hair. “I’m not even going to ask right now. It’s 7am in the morning. I was about to go to the gym before class, but saw Jimin didn’t even come back last night and his location was off. I was worried so I came in to ask you and then I see this…” You’re not going to lie, you feel embarrassed that you got caught like this. “Anyways, get back to your rooms before anyone else notices.”

“Jungkook…” You look at him with sincerity in your eyes.

“Don’t worry, I’m not going to blabber about this. I wouldn’t want to cause anything bad in the house.” He reassures you and leaves the room. Yoongi and Jimin get off the bed, get dressed and exit the room. They don’t address you as they leave, which leaves you feeling a bit hurt. But you can’t blame them. They were definitely expecting you to pick one of them. Now you told them Joon’s in this …”competition for your affections”. And you said you’d need one more day to give them a response. You wouldn’t be too surprised if they’re mad, even if they’re not explicitly showing it. But you’ll do it today. Nothing will stop you today!

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Anxiety gnaws at you more with time.

As the day progresses, you find yourself immersed in thinking about your school work, while the unresolved situation with Yoongi and Jimin lingers in the background. Despite the attempts of your friends to engage you in conversation during lunch, you can't shake off the cloud of unease that shadows your thoughts.

After your only noon Friday class, you join Taehyung, Namjoon, and Jin for lunch on the lawn behind the Redwood Literature Hall. The atmosphere is somewhat warm as the sun shines brightly. The laughter and casual banter between the guys fills the air. However, your mind remains preoccupied, distant even as you nod and smile along with the conversation.

Namjoon, perceptive as ever, seems to catch on that something is bothering you. Instead of directly addressing it, he smoothly transitions the conversation, attempting to involve you more.

"So what game are we playing for Friday Night Game Night?" he asks, a twinkle of excitement in his eyes.

"Huh?" You're momentarily caught off guard, the shift from your internal thoughts to external conversation a bit disorienting.

"What? Did you forget we scheduled game night this week, Tiny? We've been trying not to miss doing this at least once a month with everyone," Namjoon chuckles as he reminds you. 

"I'm sorry. I've been busy thinking about school work."

"You don't have anything tonight, do you?" Namjoon inquires.

"I..." The truth is: you don't want to have game night tonight. It's ironic how, just a few months ago, you were in Namjoon's shoes—eagerly asking if people would join game night and witnessing the waning interest in one of your favorite pastimes with the Beta Tau boys. Skipping out now might raise suspicions, especially since you assume Yoongi and Jimin will be there. Running away from the situation is not an option.

"No, I don’t. Maybe we could play drunk Jenga with the rules on the blocks? I think it's in Hoseok’s room. I'll ask him for it later." you suggest.

"Ooh, we haven't played that since last year!" Taehyung chimes in, with food in his mouth before swallowing.

"Sounds chill then." Namjoon continues eating some of the salad in his bowl before adding, "Wait, I'm going to have to leave game night a little early because I have to finish helping San and John with a film project in the library. Gonna pull an all-nighter. You guys won't mind?"

"No, we don't mind!" You and Jin say in unison, reassuring him. 

"Yeah, go help them. You won't miss too much, well maybe Jimin getting naked or something." Taehyung's playful remark elicits laughter from the group, momentarily lightening the atmosphere. You join in the laughter, appreciating the effort to inject some levity into the conversation. As you all finish your lunch and head separate ways, you continue to prep yourself internally to confront them with a final answer. But when?!

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Before you know it, you’re there.

Night falls, and all the boys gather around the expansive U-shaped couch in the living room of the Beta Tau house. The room is bathed in lighting of string lights hung haphazardly across the walls. Jin hung them months ago after he found out how much nicer the house looked with ambient lighting on at night. The music resonates from the Samsung TV, streaming from someone's Spotify account—most likely Jungkook's, given how similar the songs are to your music tastes.

On the coffee table sits an array of American and Korean snacks, creating a tempting spread that the guys start to grab. The assortment includes chips, popcorn, and desserts, complemented by an enticing mix of beer and soju. You grab one of the Strawberry flavored sojus and take a sip out of it. Mmm. Still gives you trauma from your first college hangover, but you need it to get through this night. Your eyes shift to Yoongi and Jimin, who sit to your right, conversing with Namjoon and Jungkook. You haven’t talked to them all day and you’re wondering if something is actually up beyond what they say.

Sudden anticipation rises as Hoseok makes a grand entrance, unveiling his stash of hard liquors from the top kitchen cabinet, eliciting cheers and excitement from everyone in the room. Hoseok, holding up a bottle of whiskey, interrupts the banter, "Enough chit-chat. Who's up for some real fun?"

Taehyung, his eyes gleaming with excitement, exclaims, "Count me in for anything that involves these bottles." He starts looking through all the bottles..

“You really went all out tonight! Some of these are expensive as fuck.” Jungkook, clearly impressed, examines a bottle labeled "The Yamazaki" and asks, "Hyung, how did you manage to snag this one?”

“My sister’s boyfriend gifted this one to me.” He giggles, grabbing shot glasses to place on the table for everyone. "Enough about that, we're doing shots out of this whiskey.” He gestures for everyone to grab a glass as he pours everyone up. Raising their glasses in the air, Jin proposes a toast, "To being single, wild, and free!"

That’s…for fucks sake. 

The room falls into an awkward silence as everyone stares at Jin, confused by the unexpected toast. “What? Are we not single, wild, and free?”

“Hyung, it’s...that was just weird.” Jimin narrows his eyes, clearly puzzled by the sentiment.

“Just take the shot already, guys!” Jin chuckles, his ears reddening from embarrassment in the face of the disapproval of his toast. The room erupts into laughter, breaking the brief awkwardness, and everyone throws back their shots, the smooth whiskey burning down your throat. The hints of fruit to the wood-like taste made it somewhat bearable. You’re definitely a soju and wine girl. You don’t know how the guys love hard liquor.

As the whiskey warms everyone up, the group gathers on the floor around the coffee table, where the Drunk Jenga tower awaits its fate. The wooden blocks contain a unique challenge or rule at the bottom of it that you must do when you decide to move it.

Namjoon, already showing signs of tipsiness, gives the tower a skeptical look. "This better be worth the trouble."

Jimin, on the other hand, seems more excited, his eyes glinting mischievously. "Come on, Kim Namjoon, where's your sense of adventure?"

The first few turns are light and easy, with challenges like “Arm Wrestle", “Make an animal noise” and "clothes swap". The atmosphere is lively, and the guys are getting into the spirit of the game.

As the rounds progress, you all reach for your drinks more frequently, the clinking of glasses punctuating the room's growing merriment. The initial caution around the game transitions into a more carefree atmosphere as bottles are passed around and everyone takes hearty swigs between turns.

Namjoon, always one to embrace a challenge, starts pouring stronger drinks for himself, Yoongi, and Jimin. "Let's spice things up, boys!"

The room resonates with laughter and cheers as the alcohol takes its toll. Yoongi, normally reserved, finds himself loosening up, his witty remarks becoming bolder. Jimin, with his playful nature, encourages everyone to take bigger sips, and everyone starts getting more suggestive blocks.

The tower, now a precarious construction of wooden blocks, becomes the focal point of the party. Namjoon, fueled by liquid courage, seizes a block that reads, "Twerk on a table."

A hush falls over the room as Namjoon considers the challenge. Without a second thought, he positions himself on a sturdy table, sending the tower into a swaying frenzy. The guys watch in a mix of shock and amusement as Namjoon begins a twerking performance, his moves dangerously close to toppling both the tower and the table.

Jin, caught between laughter and concern, yells, "Namjoon, be careful! We can't afford to lose the Jenga tower yet!"

Namjoon, lost in the moment, twerks with unbridled enthusiasm, nearly bringing chaos to the game. The room erupts in cheers and applause as he completes the challenge, stumbling off the table with a triumphant grin.

As he gets off the table, he seems to be out of it, but then sobers up suddenly to say, “Fuck, I gotta go meet up with the other guys. I’m gonna call it a night for me!” 

Everyone bids him goodnight as he probably won’t be back until the next morning. He grabs a jacket, a hangover drink from the fridge and water before you watch him head out the door. You hope he’ll be fine.

You all continue playing, the tower becomes less stable. It was Yoongi’s turn next. He pulls a block with finesse, reading it aloud, "Kiss, Marry Kill? You mean Fuck, marry, kill?"

Taehyung grins, rubbing his hands together, clearly enjoying the chance to make Yoongi spill. "Alright, pick 3 of Honey’s girl friends."

Uh what. Did he just seriously just ask that? You immediately raise an eyebrow at Taehyung for saying such a thing, but he doesn’t notice.  Wait, is it bad that you're reacting like this? But that’s so weird to ask in general. 

"I don't think I can answer that." Yoongi responds directly with a cold tone. He grabs one of the bottles of soju from the variety pack next to the table in preparation to pour in his shot glass as he chooses to take a drink instead of answering. It makes sense to you why he wouldn’t answer, given what he confessed the night before. 

Though, the tension in the room becomes palpable as Taehyung's question hangs in the air, seeming to try to think of a way to convince him to respond. The playful atmosphere takes a sharp turn, and you can sense Yoongi's discomfort with the unexpected question.

A tense silence lingers for a moment before Jimin, unable to resist the opportunity to stir the pot, chimes in, "Why not, Yoongi? It's just a game. Scared your choices will upset someone?"

What’s he up to? You don’t get what he’s talking about. He must be drunk. You see Jungkook and Hoseok rush to get water to sober him up, sensing trouble. Taehyung and Jin sit there watching, unable to move as they’re also confused as to why Jimin is trying to incite something.

You shoot Jimin a sharp look, your patience wearing thin. "Jimin, he can answer it if he wants. It's just a game."

He smirks, an edge of bitterness in his tone, "Yeah, just a game. Just like this whole situation we’re in, right?"

"What's that supposed to mean?" Your eyes narrow, the playful atmosphere taking a sour turn. 

Yoongi, sensing the escalating tension, intervenes, "Alright, enough. Let's not ruin the night with unnecessary bullshit. I’ll take the shot and we move on."

The other guys are very confused at the sudden argument happening. Oh god, if Jimin doesn’t shut up right now, everyone’s going to find out.

You roll your eyes, growing weary of the veiled remarks. "Jimin, seriously, just drop it. This is not the time or place. It’s Friday Night Game Night."

He smirks again, a calculated move to get under your skin, "Oh, but when you’re the one deciding the time and place for stuff and never going through with things, that’s fine?"

"Hey, we talked about this already. Why are you acting like this?” Yoongi becomes growingly frustrated. Okay? What did they talk about that you’re missing out on exactly? This is getting ridiculous. You’re clearly missing a big piece of a puzzle that you didn’t know existed.

Jimin ignores his efforts of mediation, unwilling to let it go. "Maybe if someone could actually make a decision, we wouldn't have to keep playing these games."

Your patience snaps, and you retort, "Maybe if someone wasn’t acting like a child, we could go outside and have a mature conversation about whatever you’re fucking on about!"

“Maybe if I fucking told you earlier about the pact me, Yoongi, and Namjoon made in high school. We wouldn’t have ever gotten in this dumb ass de—” Jimin’s words are immediately cut off by Yoongi’s attempt to shut him up by covering his mouth. A struggle ensues as Jimin fights to break free.

Your eyes widen, a mix of shock and seething anger crossing your face. "Hold on. What? What pact? This is all news to me."

Your mind races, trying to comprehend the revelation. A pact made in high school? Over what? Don’t fucking say it’s a pact so they wouldn’t sleep with you. What the fuck. The realization hits like a sucker punch, leaving you feeling betrayed and blindsided. How could they have gotten into this fuck buddies deal and have clearly broken the honesty rule since day 0?  Even though you were feeling bad only a few months ago when you had slept with Jimin. But at least you came clean to Yoongi as soon as you could. 

But what the hell is this?! Who in this damn world would be okay with hearing their own best friends making some fucking bro code deal under the table?

Yoongi groans, speaking calmly, "It was supposed to be a stupid thing, just a way to avoid drama between us. I didn’t think it mattered anymore. We didn't think it would become a big deal anyways."

Your voice trembles with a mix of anger and hurt, "A big deal? You guys are my best friends and hid some fucking pact that you made a few years ago? How is that not a big deal?"

Jimin uses whatever strength he has while drunk to free himself from Yoongi's clutches. Though, his expression remains unapologetic, he shrugs, "It was for the best…at the time. We didn't want to ruin our friendship over a girl. Didn’t think it would affect us as much as it did. "

You scoff, disbelief coloring your tone, "A girl? I’m literally your fucking best friend, Park. So, what, you guys broke it how? Deciding to fuck me and forget your bro code!?”

Fuck. 

As if the universe was suddenly signaling the end of this ordeal, the sudden jolt you made as you yelled at him causes the jenga tower to fall. The wooden blocks scatter across the table and on the floor, making the impact of the argument land even harder.

The bomb was dropped.

The room is engulfed in a heavy silence, the weight of the revelations settling in like a thick fog. The other guys exchange uncomfortable glances, sensing the gravity of the situation. Taehyung’s jaw is on the floor as he glances around, but cannot say anything. You hope to God he just doesn’t either. Knowing him, he’s going to make things worse without trying. Jin rubs his temples, while looking stressed, but somehow not that surprised.  Jungkook and Hoseok return with water bottles, trying to diffuse the tension by offering it to Jimin. They also heard everything as they were in the kitchen, but do not comment on it. Jungkook was the only one who knew, but even then, the deal and pact is definitely news to everyone else.

This doesn’t stop the emotions swirling within you. Unlocking Pandora’s box that revealed the pact feels like a betrayal. You just can’t believe a secret pact between your best friends was kept hidden for years. How long? Was this when you were dating Yeonjun or even before those events? What about during the virginity race? Jimin's nonchalant attitude adds fuel to the fire, leaving you feeling beyond upset, hurt, and confused. He’s choosing not to answer your question. 

It has to be because you hit the nail.

Yoongi, attempting to diffuse the tension, steps forward, "Look, we didn't plan for this to happen. We didn't think it through, and it got out of hand. We're sorry for not telling you earlier."

His apology hangs in the air, and you struggle to find the right words. You’re livid and they don’t even get it. Anxiety builds within you and now, the air starts to feel thick in this room, and everything seems to close in on you. You think you’re going to throw up if you continue staying in this room around them.

“Um, guys…maybe we should take a step back, cool off a bit. I have a lot of questions, but we can talk about this more calmly later." Jin, always the peacemaker, breaks the silence cautiously.  

“Yeah, let’s take a break for now to sober up.” Hoseok adds.

Yoongi nods, a mixture of frustration and resignation settling in. "Yeah, maybe we should."

It would be good to step back right now and get your head wrapped around all of this, but you need to leave the house to do that. You can’t be around them right now. You need to go see Hwasa. Jieun. Soohyun. Soyoon. Fuck if you know who else, but you just can’t be here any longer.

"I'm leaving." Standing abruptly, you snatch your phone from the couch and grab your hoodie hanging by a chair. The room falls silent as you declare your departure, the heaviness of betrayal settling in your chest. Fueled by anxiety – the urge to throw up and the sting of unshed tears. You never envisioned yourself in this situation, feeling deceived and in a way, taken advantage of.

"What?" The question from Yoongi hangs in the air, a desperate plea for an explanation. You move towards the door in a hurried rush, a whirlwind of emotions overwhelming you. 

As you make your way to the exit, Yoongi, Hoseok and Jungkook rush towards you, concern etched on their faces. They don’t want to let you out while you’re drunk and vulnerable, but you’re too out of it to consider that. Jimin remains seated on the floor next to Taehyung and Jin, waiting for the inevitable. Yoongi attempts to grab your hand, a gesture of known comfort, but you vehemently shoo it away.

"Don't touch me!" The words escape you, laden with hurt. You’re caught offguard by your own voice coming out. You come to a sudden halt, attempting to regain control over your breathing, needing to calm the storm within before you say things you don’t mean. The truth hangs heavy in the air, and you feel compelled to address the turmoil.

"I...I genuinely love you guys a lot." The confession spills out, a raw and explicit expression of the emotions coursing through you. "I struggled so much, agonizing over who to choose because I can't imagine a world without either of you by my side. The same goes for Joon. I enjoyed the times we had during this deal, but I wasn't going to pick any of you.” You turn to look at Jimin’s direction, who refuses to face you. “I wanted to put our friendship first and minimize any damage out of love and respect for you guys. But it seems like you guys weren't even considering that when breaking your little fucking pact!" The words linger, a bitter truth exposed in the wake of shattered expectations.

Yoongi stands there unable to respond, frustrated. Your eyes lock with his. Tears glisten on the brink of falling, reflecting a different kind of hurt behind his eyes – a hurt you can't bring yourself to delve into at this moment. Not in your current state.

Choosing to break the eye contact first, you turn away and head out the door, leaving the Beta Tau house behind. You don’t know when you’ll be back. You don’t want to be back anytime soon.

You headed to Hwasa's dorm, hoping to God that she's in that dorm on this Friday night. Because you're going to fall apart at any second as you trudge through the streets and onto campus.

As you make your way through the campus, you find your gaze involuntarily drawn towards the library. The familiar sight triggers the reflex to seek solace in Namjoon's company. Under normal circumstances, he would be your go-to person when something immediately troubled you or when things went awry with Yoongi and Jimin. However, this time feels different. 

You shouldn’t go see him for now.

You carry on going onto the path toward Hwasa's dorm, hoping she's there to provide you support and understanding you desperately need in this moment of vulnerability. The anticipation and anxiety mount as you reach the building, your hands trembling as you dial Hwasa's number, yearning for a comforting voice in the chaos that has engulfed you.

“Y/N? Hey? What’s up—” “Please come to the front of your dorm building.”  You interrupt her before she kept on speaking.

“Wait, Y/N what’s wrong—”

It’s this simple question that becomes the tipping point to you finally bursting out in sobs. No guys to hold you back, no deal to keep thinking about anymore.

“I-It’s over.”

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tbc ?!!??! :O a/n: welp. the bomb was dropped. um. yes, that really just happened. the next chapter will be ... insane as well. I'm already writing it and I want you all to prepare yourselves! Anyone have any thoughts or theories on what will happen to our favorite quad and the rest of the house? i'd love to hear about them so lmk hehehe thank you all for reading!

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[aphmeow2300]

Hello everyone! I would first like to apologize for my inactivity, as I’ve been more active in other socials and dealing with personal issues. As an apology (and to complete one of my drawing plans), I have drawn my Valentines Kokobolt, as promised!

This took really long and a lot of planning and art block.. plus some abandoned WIPs 😭. Really been hitting me hard lately. Don’t expect any other projects coming out unless it’s an event, though I’m drawing 2 other artworks as a double apology for taking so long.

📣 A small announcement; I’ll be working on a project, it’s a Fanganronpa! I’ve originally wrote it back 3 years ago, but now I’m revamping and possibly doing a production similar to DRDT (a series based dangan). If you’d like to help, please join this Google form! I’ll also provide the discord invite! (Workshop server). I’m looking for video producers and/or animators!!

Please enjoy my art Kokobolt Lovers! I hope the Kokobolt community loves this one, I know I do <3

(Kokobolt community, if you also have any ideas for art PLEASE tell me in the comments, I’m running low minus the ones I’ve planned. I would like to produce more content for everyone, fluff or not!

Happy belated Valentines everyone! 💌

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FUTURE DRAWING PLANS (feel free to request!)

🌟 College AU! Kokobolt / Raincode drawing

🌟 Any angst Kokobolt I come up with

🌟Kokobolt drawings based upon my personal favorite Kokobolt fanfiction/dir

🌟 Pfp solo artwork of the main cast of RC

🌟 Sibling bonding drawings of MakoYuma

🌟 Yuma Birthday drawing (5/22)

🌟 Desuhiko Birthday drawing (07/08)

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[zukkaoru]

Instantly intrigued about we're always on the upswing, baby & stars by the pocketful 👀

we're always on the upswing, baby is my silly fun times bsd fic where, basically, aya decides she wants to find kunikida a partner and after getting his list of Ideal Spouse Requirements (with help from lucy), she decides bram is the perfect fit! but unbeknownst to her, dazai and chuuya have been trying to get kunikida to join their relationship for months. cue shenanigans and unspoken rivalries between THE double black and some random eleven year old girl. and kunikida is oblivious to literally all of this until the very end. (this fic also doubles as an excuse for me to shove as many niche self-indulgent headcanons into one fic as possible bc i'm writing it with Me as the only target audience)

stars by the pocketful is a tsumiki x kirara fic that i started.. over a year ago, wrote ~500 words for, then got stuck on and left to rot. but i pulled it back out and revamped what i had and am now trying to finish it up for jjk sapphic week fdgfhgjhkj basically it's a no-curses au where the two of them sneak out at night to go to a nearby park and look at the stars <3

[minecraftbookshelf]

The LiveAndLetRain Master-Master Post

Because tumblr search function is notoriously unreliable, to the point im struggling to find my own things when i want them for reference so im making this, mostly for myself but if you want to use it go for it!

That being said, my tag for my original posts is #rain rambles

I tag all the Technoblade memorial art I reblog with #technoblade never dies (specifically the memorial-vibes art, so this is a bit subjective but just a heads up if this is something you want to avoid)

I am on AO3

This is my pinned post on my main which is an index of all my fandom specific sideblogs

MASTER POSTS:

The AU In Which All the Marriages Are Arranged/Marriage of State AU Empires SMP Season 1 AU featuring fantasy agricultural economics and linguistics and arranged marriages that cover the full romantic-platonic spectrum. This is my major project, currently. Everything relating to it an be found under the tag #marriage of state au and the master post has important posts, fics, art, and organizational tags linked on it.

Avatar: The Legend of Jimmy Group discussion and brainstorming post that has spawned at least one au, and some fic and art

FANFICTION:

Adventures in Grian-Napping (Life Series Urban Fantasy AU, Complete) - Tumblr || AO3

Limited Life Oneshots - Tumblr 1 2 3 || AO3

The Elements of an Inter-Dimensional Prison Break (Life Series & Evolution SMP AU taking place overlapping and at the end of Limited Life, WIP) - Tumblr Part 1 Part 2 || AO3 || Summarized [Currently in stasis while i rework it and revamp it]

To Walk A Mile In Each Others Shoes (My take on the concept of Double Life soulbond pairs sharing physical traits and abilities over the bond) - Team Ranchers || Team Box || Dessert Duo || The Boat Boys || The Homewreckers || Bad Math || Tilly Death Do Us Part || AO3

Gone Fishing (Life Series Urban Fantasy AU ft. Gaslight, Gatekeep, Girlboss + Martyn. Oneshot, Complete) - Tumblr || AO3

Flip-Flopped Hermits (ficlets written for the hermit fanon swap prompt meme) - AO3 || Tumblr - Hypno & Stress Cub & xB and Pearl & Mumbo (bonus Grian) Gem & Impulse Etho & Bdubs

LIFE SERIES (and overlap) META & THINKY THOUGHTS:

Concerning Patterns Out of Context Snippet from Future Fanfiction Shortform 3rd Life Ren & Joel Compare/Contrast Repeating Patterns: Smajor, Ren, & Martyn 3rd & Last Life Ethoslab & LDshadowlady Final Death Scars || The Diagrams Thereof: Part 1 Part 2 Part 3 Part 4 Part 5 Martyn's Betrayal Watcher Lore Meets Hermitcraft Recap Rain Judges the Watchers for Feeding Inefficiently Middle Child Jimmy Solidarity Evolution/Life Family Tree & Relationship Web (Updated version at the bottom of the post) Falling Birbs This one messed up my notifications inbox for like two days and it is specifically inthelittlewoods fault Life Series Wing Headcanons 3rd Life Flower Husbands: Fated Tragedy Scott Smajor Has Been Spiting the Watchers Since Third Life The Ship Burns Everything Burns The More Things Change The More They Stay The Same

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Life Series Lore/Bit Poll OG Edition (Season Specific Follow-up Coming Soon!) Watercolor Sniffer Skizzleman Skizzleman Does Whatever A Skizzle Can The True Potential of Empires S1: Scott and Gem's kidnapping MCYT Wings: Grian || Jimmy Solidarity || Pearlescentmoon || Philza || Illumina || Hannahxxrose || Geminitay (not wings but close enough) Mumbo Jumbo was the EvoSMP Escape Plan All Along Empires S2 White Collar AU For the Poor? My Most Correct MCC Opinion The Price of Being Birb

[hanisdaisys]

DOUBLE TAKE - L.HS & S.JY

Paring! : Heeseung! X F reader! Or Jake! X F reader! (This is a pick your ending au!)

Information! : a spin off of The Summer I Turned Pretty

Casting! : Cast : Y/N as Isabel (Belly), Heeseung as Conrad,Jake as Jeremiah, Steven as Jay, Taylor as Yunjin and Cameron as Sunghoon

Word count! : 6.1K

Reading time! : 25 minutes

Summary!: It all started in the spring of 2023, your best friend, yunjin, had been BEGGING you to take off your braces and your glasses. She kept saying how hee, your childhood best friend AND your crush, will not be able to hold back after seeing you change so drastically in the span of a year…. Taking in her advice, you decided to completely revamp yourself, a glow-up! And when summer came around you couldn’t wait to get into that car with Jay, your annoying older brother.. and drive until the summer house. Finally Heeseung and Jake would be able to see how much you’ve grown… and maybe they’d finally give you a chance, a chance to belong to them for a while… but you didn’t know if this summer you wanted Heeseung or Jake…

WARNING!: swearing, mentions of crying, throwing up, cigarettes, drinking (let me know if there is more! I forget :) )

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It’s finally time. The moment you’ve been waiting for since the start of 2023. It is finally time to go to the summer house and spend time with Heeseung and Jake. You waited (im)patiently for school to end. You didn’t think your summer was so extravagant, you just went to the summer house your mother had bought with her best friends and spent time with her kids. It was only Heeseung, Jake, Jay and You. Even if it was a small vacation and maybe annoying to some, you enjoyed spending time away from home in this so-called magic beach house. But this summer was different. You had completely changed, thanks to Yunjin, you had a whole glow up!! Finally, the brothers might steal a glance… or two! maybe even give you a chance.

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“make sure to call me babe! Don’t wear lame outfits and talk lots to hee!! I love you babe mwah” Yunjin kissed your head as you got into the car with your brother, Jay, and your mom. “ Ok yunjin that’s enough let me nasty sister go!” Jay said as you rolled your eyes. “Bye yunjiniee, I’ll miss you! Promise me you’ll come to visit a day or two!!” you said making pouty eyes at her “Of course, I will bestie!” she said waving to you one last time before walking to the bus station.

“Okay let’s start this car… GET YOUR DIRTY feet OFF MY PORSCHES DASHBOARD OMG” Jay yelled at you “Oh come on Jay.. are you sure it isn’t just your car that’s dirty” you said as he rolled his eyes and turned on the radio. Oasis music started blasting out the radio as you just closed your eyes to relax. The road to the beach house was quite long, around 5-6 hours. Usually your mom would drive the whole way while you and your brother slept in the back, but jay had gotten his licence this summer so he volunteered to help your mother drive (even if he drove the whole way there while she rested in the back, it was like he was paying her back for the last 20 years she spent driving you both there. Jay was 21, and you were 20. Strangely enough he made it seem like you were thousand years younger than him. He never let you drink nor drive (even if you had recently gotten your license but it seemed that no one trusted you to drive a whole 5-6 hours). You wouldn’t say he’s overprotective, just in denial that his baby sister was growing up so fast.

You hadn’t even noticed when the car had stopped at the corner shop, sleeping almost the whole way there. You were slowly awakened by your brother's voice. “Okay loser go grab some snacks for yourself, I’m filling up the gas” Jay slapped your shoulder playfully as you arranged your hair. “Oh y/n I’m coming with you, I want to stock up on a few treats, you know how bad the boy's mother's taste is in snacks! ” your mom said as she laughed at her friend's horrible choices in late-night snacks. You got into the store and grabbed a pack of Hot Cheetos and a Dr.Pepper for the ride. “Hey” the cashier told you, you were thrown aback. Boys at school never look at you, Yunjins is the one they look at… “Hi..” you smiled tucking your hair behind your ear. “Are you new around here ?” You shook your head “Oh well there’s a bonfire tonight if you want to come” he said, scanning your items “Oh yeah sure I’ll think about it! “You said “what are you youngsters talking about?” your mother suddenly came in handing the man her credit card. “Oh nothing I’ll go wait in the car Mom” you said a little awkwardly, grabbing your snacks and leaving.

You got back into the car and waited for your mom to bring back the so called “snacks”. Since this stop meant you were only an hour away from the beach house you toke this opportunity to redo your makeup a little bit. You applied a little bit of blush, fixed your base and applied a little bit of gloss as Jay looked at you in disgust. “what are you doing..? aye you look good tho” he said looking at you. You rolled your eyes as your mom finally came back. “Okay let’s continue the road jay” your mother said. Jay started the car again and continued driving the last hour of the trip.

When you had finally arrived, Jay rushed out of the car to go hug Heeseung and Jake(not before carefully opening and closing the door to his precious porsche). Your mother left right after Jay, running to her best friend and hugging her. You stayed in the car a little while Jay talked to the brothers…. You often felt left out between them. They’d always exclude you from their hangouts or sleepover because you were a girl and they were boys. They’d call you over sometimes to tell you horror stories, but only because you had such a good reaction to them... It toke a few years for you to accept the fact that they’re different from you, but you eventually got over it. You checked yourself one more time in the car mirror before stepping out. You could see Jake do a double take when he saw you and Heeseungs jaw was dropped. You laughed it off going to hug Jake as he picked you up from the floor and spun you around “You look so beautiful sweets” he said taking in the smell of your shampoo “Thanks jaeyun” you said smiling at him before walking towards Heeseung. He somewhat looked more attractive, he had dyed his hair a light brown colour. “Hey, you changed...a lot… I liked you better with your glasses” Heeseung said hugging you “Well I like myself without them so..” you said pulling away from his hug. He also seemed colder.. like he was avoiding talking to you.

“Y/NIEEEE OMG YOUVE GROWN SO MUCH YOU ARE GORGEOUS LOVE” the boy's mother said as you hugged her “Thank you so much!” you said not wanting to let go. She always thought of you like her daughter she never had. She wished she had a girl, instead, she ended up with two sons… so she always liked you a little more than she’d like to mention. She loved spending time with you during the 2 months she was free, whether that was buying you girly stuff, bringing you dress shopping or making you wear her clothes from the 90s! After the warm welcome the family had given you, you went into the house and had your special first summer night dinner. Your mom wasn’t such a big cook but the boy's mom loved making a huge feast to share when the first night you all gathered together. You all sat down, in the seats you’d usually it at. Your mom and the boy's mom were at the end of the table while you sat beside Jay, facing both Jake and Heeseung. “Y/n you are just gorgeous… you should participate in the debutant ball this summer!” The boy's mother said looking at you “Oh come on Mom that's so not her thing, she hates girly stuff!” Jake said laughing at you. You glared at him before telling their mom “I’ll think about it!”. She smiled back and started rambling about how you could go dress shopping together and how she could help with your makeup and hair. “Don’t let her force you into anything y/n,” Heeseung said breaking his silence and staring at you. Somehow the stare he gave you made you want to prove him wrong. He was right, the whole debutant wasn’t your thing, putting on dresses, bring a date… it wasn’t your style.. so you don’t know what came over you when you told her “I’ll do it!”. Your mother looked at you shocked as Jay chuckled… You continued talking as the late night slowly approached.

The boys told the grow-ups they were going out to the beach where the bonfire had been held. Since they were legal adults, nothing would've stopped them. No matter if it was a no from your mom or their mom. They were going, no questions asked. They were always present for a night full of hookups and alcohol. Usually, your mom, the boy's mother and you would watch the notebook and cry out all the tears possible, but this year you wanted to prove to Heeseung and Jake that you had finally grown up. You weren’t the little girl they’d tease every summer. So you excused yourself from the movie mentioning that you weren’t feeling good and got secretly got ready in your room. You remembered how the boy's mother looked at you quite sadly but she decided to let you rest since “you weren’t feeling well”. You felt quite bad lying to them since this was a tradition for you women… you would always binge-eat snacks while watching the notebook. It tokes you a while to exit the house since the living room was in the plain site of the main entrance but after around 10 minutes you had finally escaped.

You walked towards the beach and when you finally made it your heart skipped a beat. There was a bunch of alcohol and a bunch of teens just kissing, making out and all. It seemed like something yunjin would’ve told you about. You felt like her for once, you felt included in what teenagers these days did. “Hey you came!” The same guy from the corner shop said pulling you into a side hug. From afar Jake spotted you, slowly running towards you. “Aye y/n I didn’t know you’d come…” he said checking you out. “Yeah it was boring at home so…” you said awkwardly rubbing your arm. All the sudden the dude from the corner store started leaning in but Jake pushed him away. “Bro! Chill she’s a minor… the heck is wrong with you” jake said yelling at the poor dude. The dude looked at you a little shocked before scoffing and walking away.“ Jake it’s fine I can defend myself! Oh my god.” You said walking away. It seemed like jake still saw you as a little kid. You sat down a little further away letting your feets play in the sand.

All of a sudden you felt a presence next to you “Can I offer you a beer?” You looked up and saw this beautiful boy you’d never seen before. “Oh I don’t drink but thank you,” you said. “I’m hoon, sunghoon, call me whatever you want” he said sitting down next to you and sipping the cold beer he had in his hands. “Oh, I’m y/n! Call me whatever you want ?” You said laughing a little teasingly as he followed along with your teasing. “I’ve never seen you before,” he said looking straight ahead at the beach “Oh well usually my brother and his friends don’t let me come here you know… I kind of snuck in here” you said pouting towards Jay, heeseung and Jake. “No way! Your brother is Jay?? That’s wild! He’s got a crazy reputation around here” He said laughing. You giggled a little looking at him but deep inside you were wondering what reputation Jay had here since he was only here a couple of months a year…. “COPS COPS ARE HERE RUN” Suddenly everyone started running away. Sunghoon toke your hand and pulled you away from the “crime” scene. It felt like a movie. You were running with a boy, at night, while the soft breeze blew into your hair. When you finally got far enough, sunghoon let go of your hands while gasping for air. “That was so close!” He said laughing then looking up. “well we are right next to the diner… could I interest you in a date?” He said pointing towards the diner and then putting his hand out for you to grab ” You checked the time before nodding and taking his hand.

Usually, you wouldn’t have gone on a date with the first guy you’d seen. But you were tired of Jake and Heeseung seeing you as a child. You talked the night away with sunghoon. He was studying to become a marine biologist, he loved whales and the sea. You found that that was quite wholesome. Usually, the guys you’d talk to would hate talking about animals but sunghoon was different. You saw stars in his eyes when he talked about the blue whale he spotted during a trip at sea. He was clearly in love with what he was studying, his passion made him look so cool.

After your date had ended( due to the diner closing), he toke you home in his car. Arriving at the door, you knocked having forgotten your keys inside your room. Your mom opened the door a little shocked at seeing you outside… “Y/n what are you doing outside? I thought you were feeling sick” she said putting her hands on her hips. “I’m sorry Mom I just wanted to go the beach and I met him!” You said pointing at sunghoon. Sunghoon gave her a little smile and before your mom could yell at you for running out of the house and meeting a random guy, the boys mother interrupted , “Oh hey! Come in love! I just made dinner please come eat with us” she said to sunghoon as he smiled and thanked her. She looked at you a little disappointed since a couple of hours ago you mentioned you were not feeling well but she was happy that you finally were meeting new people in the town. The boys all looked at him weirdly as in “What in the hell is this random guy doing here” but they sat down without any complaints. “So what’s your name?” Jake asked all of a sudden. Sunghoon cleared his throat before saying “hoon sunghoon” smiling at Jake. “Your name is hoon sunghoon??” He started laughing as you kicked his feet under the table “Oh no it’s just sunghoon! But you can call me Hoon for short” He said not letting Jake's teasing affect him. Heeseung just looked at him rolling his eyes. You grabbed sunghoon hand before giving him a reassuring squeeze and telling him not to bother and to keep eating.

“So Heeseung! How’s basketball going?” Your mother asked to break the awkward vibe that was set by Jake. “I quit.” He said, not saying nor adding anything to his words. “Oh, I thought you were serious about basketball! But that’s fine! What about you Jake? How’s life?” She added “Well I have a job as a lifeguard… that’s about it…” he said playing with his food. “Oh, are you working at the court too?” Sunghoon suddenly said. “Yeah well y/n here’s going to be a debutant so I just wanted to see her more often,” Jake said winking at you. “Oh, you’re a debutant! That’s wonderful, I know you’ll love it! My sister was a deb…” sunghoon added before clearing his throat. You smiled at him while an awkward silence crowded the room. “Oh my son, dear what's happening with you Jay,” your moms friend said, picking interest in Jay. “Okay don’t be shocked! I got accepted into Princeton, you are looking at a future mechanical engineer!!” He said using his hands as a megaphone. Everyone started clapping for him as he said that. She gasped hearing the news before getting up to hug the boy. Jay had always been great at bringing up the mood of the room. You had always been jealous that he was so extroverted…

When dinner came to an end, Sunghoon thanked both moms for welcoming him so warmly and sending him home with a full belly. At your turn, you sent sunghoon away with a kiss on his cheek as he gave you a hug and his number. “I’ll see you tomorrow y/n,” he said pulling away and waving goodbye. “What’s with you going around with random guys,” Jake said right as the door shut close “What do you mean Jake? I’m not a baby I can hang out with whoever I want” you said pushing past him and going into your room. You weren’t sure why but he had been so annoying ever since you had gotten here. He kept picking on you and taking care of you more than he ever did. This isn’t the attention you wanted! You felt frustrated and wanted to deal with this anger the only way you knew…you threw on a swimsuit and made your way to the pool.

You placed your towel down by the pool as you jumped in, as a kid you’d love to pretend you’d be at the Olympics seeing how fast you could reach from one end to another. When you came up for air you saw Heeseung dipping his feet… “Hey…” you said looking at him. He just looked at you as he toke another smoke in. “I didn’t know you smoked…?” You added looking at him puffing in and out. “Yeah calms the nerves” he said taking yet another puff. “You know you’ll grow addicted… I recommend you stop before it kills your brain” you laughed. “Trying to get off but it’s none of your business love.” He said before getting up and walking away. You stayed up for a while before shaking your head and swimming for another hour or two.

The next few days you didn’t do much, you’d go for swims, talk to Jay (more like fights) and go on dates with sunghoon. Heeseung hadn’t spoken to you since the night at the pool and Jake just sometimes commented on things you’d do. This summer was different. Not in a good way…. You felt so ignored, even if you’d try to talk nicely to Jake it would always result In him babying you. And for some reason, your talks with Heeseung only ended up being two to three words exchanged before he gets bored and takes another puff… summer was usually what you’d look the most forward to…

In reality, summer would only start when one week would pass. The food trucks would start lining up, night hangouts become frequent and most importantly the carnival. The carnival would come in town lasting for a few weeks. You always had memories of Jay, the brothers and you going there for fun.. even if you were a scaredy cat and hated the rides, the little games and the food was to die for. and when the day finally approached were the carnival was in town you were torn, you didn’t know if you should go with the brothers or with sunghoon. You told yourself you’d go with whoever asked you first… no matter how long it toke. Just like he was reading your mind you heard a knock on your bedroom door. “Hey y/nie it’s hee… we are going to the carnival in an hour get ready. Quick.” He said before walking away. You kinda wished he entered and told you.. he felt so distant this summer like he was aware of your crush on him. You brushed off your thoughts and got up on the bed. You hugged Mr. Snuggles (the plush heeseung had won you as a kid) and went towards your bathroom. You had just enough time to redo your makeup and try to find a new outfit.

While you were making your way to the car you received a call from someone… “hey yunjin!! What’s up girl” you asked. “Omg, y/n you won’t believe it! I’m 2 hours early… do you mind asking the brothers to pick me up?” She asked a little shy since she arrived earlier than you both expected. You let out a laugh before patting jakes shoulder “Hey Jae… Umh yunjin is here early can we go pick her up before we go to the fair?” You asked him giving him puppy eyes. “Yeah sure, hee and Jay will join us later they’re stopping by jungwons house for a drink” You nodded getting into jakes Jeep. “So Yunjin…” he added. “Yeah hopefully it’s not weird since y’all hooked up last year..” you said laughing a little uncomfortably. “Oh, whatever she’s probably not over me yet” he said rolling his eyes playfully before focusing on the road again. Jake always thought everyone loved him enough to make out with him(not like he’d skip the opportunities, line up everyone! Jake’s giving out free kisses no matter who you are! “Whatever I’m sure she stills calls you James..” you said looking out the window as you arrived at the bus terminal. “Y/NNNN BABE I MISSED YOU SO MUCH” Yunjin said running to you with her suitcase… “see you’ve finally taken my clothing advice! You look gorg girl!” She added. “Thanks yunjin you look equally as stunning… those shorts are killer on you” you said pulling away from her hug “Hey James see you haven’t changed,” she said looking at Jake “My names Jak-“ “yeah yeah whatever let’s get going” she said dismissing and getting in the back seat of the car.

The ride to the amusement was quiet until Jake started talking about sunghoon and your frequent dates with him. “So how’s it going with sunghoon is he treating you nice” he asked keeping his eyes focused on the road. “Wait y/n who's sunghoon? You’ve never told me about him!!” Yunjin said suddenly grabbing your and Jake's seat. “Oh, he’s just this guy I met on the beach… you know during the bonfire ?… We've been going out on dates for the past few weeks” you said turning yourself to face her instead of the road. She nodded laughing a little before she said “What about hee-“You quickly toke your hand to cover her mouth. Jake looked back confused about why she stopped talking “Oh you have a thing for my brother sweets ?” He says parking near the entrance of the fair. “No Jake it’s not like that! I just…” you started “No, no need to defend yourself y/n, I know he’s better than me but he’ll only break your heart.” Jake said, unbuckling his belt and getting out of the car. Yunjin started apologizing for bringing up Heeseung when his brother was in the car but you only smiled at her letting her know it wasn’t such a big deal. All of a sudden, your car door opens as Jake holds out his hand, waiting for you to take it. “Come on sweets we got to get going the others are already inside” he said pulling you out of the car.

You got out, at the same time as Yunjin did, the three of you walking into the fair. Jake had his hands wrapped around your shoulders and Yunjin walked beside you. When you finally saw Jay and Heeseung, you ran up to Jay, hugging him. “What’s up sis” he said hugging you back, it wasn’t new that you were quite clingy. Even if it’s just Jay and most of the time you argue, nothing could help you forget your problems as much as jays bear hugs. You pulled away before waving at Heeseung. “Hey hee…” you said looking at him. “This is Yunjin, my friend!” You introduced her to Heeseung in case he forgot and he nodded. Just like before he wasn't answering you.. All of a sudden Jay pulled Yunjin away, talking to her as you were left with Heeseung and Jake. The devil's curse you said. “So wanna ride the monster ?” Heeseung said laughing at your face when your scrunched it in fear. “Oh cmon hee you know our sweetie bear is afraid of rides” Jake said ruffling your hair. “No, I’m not! Let’s ride that mother fucker let’s go!!!” You said running to the line. The boys (and Yunjin) shortly followed behind getting into the line. It wasn’t as long as the other rides since this one was known as the “devil's ride” It went by fast, had many loops and even brought you upside down. Jake knew deep down you were scared of this ride. A few years back the boys dared you to ride it… right after the ride ended you ended up puking all over Jake's sweatshirt and his mom had to drive you all back home, a night ended shortly. As your turn slowly approached you started to worry. Heeseung glanced at you before walking towards you. “You don’t need to ride this one love… you know you can always back out.” He said rubbing your back and comforting you. You sighed before turning around and hugging him. “I’m kind of tired of being seen as a scaredy cat hee… you guys only see me as a child.. it frustrates me.” You say looking up at him with doe eyes.

He sighed at the sight, hugging you back and your head nuzzled further into his. “Hey babes look at me.” He said making you pull away from his neck. He called Jake over letting him know how you were feeling. Jake was always a sensible guy, when he saw how heartbroken you looked, he felt bad. He hadn’t even realized how much he has been hurting you by just simply teasing you. He apologized to you while you stayed in heeseungs arms and walked towards Jay and Yunjin. Those two were in the middle of a conversation when suddenly Jake broke their flow. “Hey guys… y/n isn’t feeling too good right now, I think we will need to sit this out!” He said as he looked a little apologetic to your friend and your brother. You walked to them, a pout visible on your face. “You two should ride this though! I know you’ll love it:) We will be cheering for you!” You said rubbing Yunjin’s back and throwing her a wink.

You, Jake and Heeseung decided to sit down on a bench near the ride watching Jay and Yunjin getting belted in. You wondered how long it’ll take for them to come back, realizing this might have been the worst decision they made. The silence between you and the brother was starting to eat you alive until you looked forward and noticed Yunjin and Jay walking back lifelessly. “That was hell.” Yunjin said sitting down on your lap. Jay just smiled at her and sat down beside Jake. “Omg, where is the picture!!!” You asked, suddenly remembering that the ride takes a picture of you during one of the falls. Yunjin shifted uncomfortably before saying. “ oh girl I don’t think you need to see it…” she laughed putting the photo away. You eyed Jake as he ripped it out of Yunjin's hands and handed it to you. Yunjin gasped as she waited for your reaction to the picture… “Oh…” you said looking at the photo.

“What is it,” heeseung said grabbing the photo. His jaw dropped and he looked at Jay. “I’m so so sorry babe… I didn’t mean-“You shut Yunjin up by squealing. “You should’ve told me you and Jay were a thing!!! Omg, you are so adorable.” You said hugging Yunjin as she let out the breath of air she didn’t know she was holding. You looked up at Jay smiling as you told him “Don’t you dare hurt her or I will kill you!!” You told him. Jake and Heeseung laughed at your reaction as you all continued talking about the sudden news. “Sweets, remember when we used to have competitions here…?” Jake suddenly brought up giving you a mischievous glance. “Oh, it’s on Jake.” You said staring back.

You separated the teams into two, You, Yunjin and Jake vs Heeseung and Jay. Usually, it was you and Jay vs the brothers but since yunjin was here you made sure that she’d know the rules before playing. It first started with laser tag. The game was tough until you shot Jay using your laser and they lost. The next one was bowling, their team won since they had the upper hand, and both Heeseung and Jay were phenomenal at bowling! (Not fair!) The next was rock climbing. Jake tried climbing without a security harness when a familiar voice came running in. “You can't do this without a harness!!!” A voice yelled at you as you were met with sunghoons familiar face. When he noticed it was just you and your friends, he smiled walking towards you. “Hey, y/n! What are you doing here” he asked all smiley. “Doing a challenge! The Captain of the loser team has to ride the monster!” You said excitingly. “Oohhh can I join? I see your 3vs2 that's not fair is it?” He said pointing between both of you. You simply nodded as he joined the other team, completely forgetting about his job. The game went on as you won and the other team lost, playing more and more games until you were both tied. “Okay, last game!! Drumroll please!!!!” Jay said using his hands as a megaphone again “BASKETBALL” he said as Heeseung cheered. He seemed happy for once. It was you versus him, clearly he had the upper hand since he was on the basketball team for more than 8 years. Watching him play you wondered why he has so suddenly quit being a player. He was amazing at it. While you were unfocused he toke that opportunity to score 6 baskets as his total was 160 points. You looked at your screen,80 points behind as you began to start throwing the balls more furiously. Suddenly, Jay and sunghoon started cheering and you realized you had lost. You had completely lost focus and now, you would have to ride the monster.

Jake laughed at your antics to escape the punishment but a promise was a promise. The Captain of the loser team HAD to ride the monster. You mustered up your courage walking towards the line of the ride. Heeseung ran behind you as he stood right beside you. “I’m not letting you do this alone okay? I’m here for you” he said grabbing your hand and squeezing it. When you arrived at the front of the line, there was no going back. You sat down beside Heeseung as he held your hand and urged you to close your eyes. “Think about me okay? I’m right here if you need anything. I’ll always be here for you okay?” He said as you closed your eyes. Heeseung always knew when to step in and when you needed help. You were glad he was riding this with you, even if he had won fair and square. You squeezed his hand tighter as the ride started. It lasted for a good 1-2 minutes as you finally made it back to the ground. Your legs were a little wobbly as Heeseung helped you get out of the ride. The worker handed you your photo as you both walked back to the group. “How do you feel y/n!!!” Jake said cheering that you finally went on the ride. “It’s okay, it’s good. He was there so I feel better” you said putting away the photo. The night started to get dark as you finally went back home. You showered first and changed into comfy clothes before jumping into your bed. When you were about to turn the lights off, you heard a knock at your door. You told the person to come in as you were faced with both Heeseung and Jake. “Hey sweets” Jake said sitting down on your bed as Heeseung did the same “Just wanted to apologize uknow, we’ve been rude to you and… we don’t want to lose you. Sorry I teased you so many times sweets” he said playing anxiously with the soft comforter on your bed. You smiled at him as you shook your head “It’s okay jakey, I was just overreacting” you said smiling again. Heeseung looked at you before saying “We want you to be comfortable with us princess, not uncomfortable… please let us know if anything is wrong okay? We will be there for you any time you need us” he said rubbing your head. “Now go to sleep it’s getting late. He told you before the closed your light and walked away. They left you yearning for more. Sometimes you just wished they would muster up the courage and maybe act more affectionately with you. They knew how much you loved getting hugged… maybe they could offer them to you first?

The next month passed by fast, and the deb ball was slowly approaching. You still haven’t had a date and the boy's mom was already taking you shopping for a beautiful white dress. You weren’t much on the girly side but you could easily appreciate a beautiful dress. She made you try on many dresses until you found the one you liked. It was quite pricey and your mom refused to let her friend splurge on you but she insisted. She said kept saying how the dress was made for you and how it looked so wonderful with your skin tone. Your mom rolled her eyes as her friend swiped her card. It was a girl's day out. You spent the entire day shopping for clothes, accessories, makeup and everything you wished for. Before heading home you decided to stop at the famous gelato store that you’d always go to. You went with the flavour you always got, Lemon and the three of you sat down near the car. “Soo my beautiful y/n have you asked anyone out yet?” The boy's mom asked you as she sent a wink your way. You laughed at her before telling her the truth. “I’m not sure Auntie... I don’t know if I should ask sunghoon or…” you hesitated looking up into her eyes “One of my boys? It’s okay sweetie I know” she said rubbing your hand comfortingly. Your mom laughed as the air became quite tense. “Whatever you say I’m sure the boys would love to bring you okay? Don’t stress your pretty mind off of it” she said smiling. You all finzihed your cups and went back home to find that the boys had invited some friends over. It was Heeseung, Jay, Jake,Sunghoon, Jungwon, Sunoo and Niki. They were talking about their plans for the next week as sunghoon sighed loudly. You hid behind the wall trying to eavesdrop. “I don’t think y/n likes me,” Sunghoon said as you felt your heart break from his expression. “What do you mean bro?” Jake said patting Hoon's back. “We are one week away from the debutant party and she still hasn’t asked me to be her date!” He added. Heeseung scoffed at Sunghoons comment as he left the room to go grab another beer. You ran upstairs trying to keep yourself undercover.

You felt bad that sunghoon thought you had feeling for him.. but to be honest, you don’t know if you could like another guy that wasn’t heeseung… or even Jake! Those two were your endgame and picking someone else was just off the list. That day, you went to sleep with a heavy heart thinking of how you could let down sunghoon slowly. The next day you woke up quite early texting sunghoon “We need to talk” Obviously he was quite stressed reading your message as he agreed to meet you up at the beach. You both walked and talked for a few minutes before he brought it up again “So what did you want to talk about” he said not glancing in your direction. You looked at him taking his hands into your “hoon… I’m sorry.” You said looking into his eyes for an emotion “For what?” He said looking at you confusingly. “I’m so sorry hoon because I don’t think I can bring you to the debs ball… I like you hoon I do bu-“ he cut you off “I know y/n I know you love one of the brothers…” he said smiling a little painfully as tears welded his eyes. Your heart broke as you stared at him. “Go y/n tell him please, just promise you won’t push me away okay?…” he said bringing your hands up to his lips before kissing them. You shook your head tears filling your eyes too as he let go of your hands. “Go y/n, ask him before it’s too late…” he said before smiling. You hugged him once more before walking away, turning back to see him waving at you with tears in his eyes.

Arriving back at the beach house you fixed yourself slightly, trying to cover up your red eyes and you made your way to the door. Right across the hall from your room was his room… you felt conflicted about if you should just ask your brother to bring you but you knew better than bringing your blood as a date. You stood right in front of the white door as you knocked on it. The door opened seeing him smiling at you, like he had been waiting for you to show up.

PICK YOUR ENDING -> HEESEUNG

JAKE

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Authors note : AHHH FINALLY OVERRRR 🎉🎉

Thank you so much for everyone that showed interest in this fan fiction and those who helped me gain confidence to write again!! Hopefully this is up to your standards!!!!Let me know if you want an ending where you end up picking sunghoon!! Thank you again so everyone !!!

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This week's theme: Rec a 'gateway' fic - a fic that you read and it was so good it lead you to read multiple works by the same writer.

The rules: Tag a fic and explain why it was a gateway fic / what you liked about it. Then tag some people to see what everyone else is reading. Spread the love! Lola will do the round up on Sunday again, so if you're still recc-ing on Saturday, no pressure. Please tag @welcometololaland or #fic rec friday so she can compile the masterlist!

thanks for the tag @rmd-writes!

Miss Atomic Bomb by @ponyregrets/chash this is a multiple gateway fic in fact. I found it while reading a bunch of Tortall fics, and its an AMAZING modern AU, but it also intersects with another series: chash's latin club t100 series Neeeeeeeeeerds. So not only did I read everything they've written in the Tortall world, I then devoured literally hundred of fics in a fandom I have never watched a single episode of. (incidentally, a lot of their AUs function as recs for yet more media)

love finds you by @sincerelyreidburke I found this fic while it was still being written, right when I was toying around with the idea of getting back on tumblr. this time travel Check Please fic had me by the throat and I read everything else Mel wrote so quick, falling so in love with her original characters that when I did get back on tumblr i revamped my handle to reflect them :D

dance with somebody by @everwitch-magiks It's another double gateway fic! I first saw this fic when it was being posted on tumblr and followed it to AO3 where I DEVOURED the rest of Evie's Check Please fics. For a while I resisted reading your RWRB stuff since I hadn't read the book, but I wanted more of her words. So I read the book and then dove headfirst into that fandom. Truly, she is magic. (also thanks for the invite to @thebrownstone love 💜)

i'm tagging @the-lincyclopedia, @cha-melodius, @celeritas2997, @freebooter4ever, @doggernaut, @weneedtotalkaboutfic, @parvuls, @the-knights-who-say-book, and @missanniewhimsy

[robo-drake09]

I've finally got confidence to ask since I feel it would be odd to ask

Could you tell me more about your shelly x colt fankid? I'm a huge fan of fankid content and I heard you had one, especially its exist in your dragon au (which I really like!!!) But I haven't heard more of the kid herself!

Sure you don't have to answer it if you don't want to!! No pressure!! ^^

Not a problem at all! I'm so glad you like her and her silly little dragon form ✨️ Thank you sm for the ask 🥺

Doodled this up to explain some stuff too:

So, Shea was originally made back in 2019 with my old group of friends. She was a lot like her mom, with a similar skin tone, and wore an orange bandana around her headto keep her hair out of her face.

Her hair ... I'll be honest, I'm tryna figure that out too 😭😭 I used to lean on a sort of pink? But now I wanna maybe have a more red/orange? I'll have to see

I'll admit, I haven't quite figured out a whole story / personality with her yet, but I'd imagine she's the type of kid to get really explorative and come home looking like she just had a grand adventure!

The dragon version I've fleshed out much more, since it is my main AU 🤭🤭 Shea wears the same bandana around her head/horns. Colours for her have usually been pink in my doodles, but I'm up for changing those around as well when I have the time! Her double wing (though it's hard to see as she's a hatchling) trait is from Colt, with the shape of them being more similar to Shelly. Her twin tail trait also comes from Colt, though when she's older the end will resemble more of the dragon Shelly's design too (I wanna revamp those two... also when I get the time cause school is a pain 😭😭)

Shea came into life at... perhaps around when Shelly and Colt were in their early 30s. Both of them had promised each other they'd be better parents than the ones they had (whether or not they'd come to peace with their tattered childhoods), so it took some time before the decided on starting a family.

Shea was a little ball of joy in their lives 😭😭 she sure as hell wasn't easy - just the same spunk and energy as her parents, but she grew up knowing she could count on them without fear. We're breaking generational trauma, guys!!! 🔥🔥🔥

That's all I got for her for now 🥹🥹 again, tysm for asking, it got me thinking, and admittedly I do need to work on her some more if I ever do wanna make a sort of story? I'll have to see! First thing I wanna do is actually get a full-body human design 🤭🤭 hope I can do that eventually!

[ammonitetheseaserpent]

Here’s a masterpost of all my AUs (that I’m keeping) bc I have so. MANY. For the sake of organization I’m gonna divide them into categories:

Amphibia

Scrap-Metal Calamity AU - Mr. X stumbles upon remains from the Cloakbot and uses them to build robots of the Calamtrio to track Anne & the Plantars; they malfunction and gain slightly more… violent intentions. Might do something with this. https://www.tumblr.com/ammonitetheseaserpent/682867934941642752/so-last-night-i-had-a-really-weird-dream-that-one

Eye For 7 Eyes AU - Marcy’s soul gets separated from her body when possessed by the Core. Later on, she gains an opportunity to return the favor. I’ve got a few ideas for this one. https://www.tumblr.com/ammonitetheseaserpent/687632572839346176/another-au-outline-thing-this-one-for-the-eye

Calamity Spirits AU - The gems house spirits who are basically angels of the Guardian, and who provide the girls with an extra bit of challenge, as well as an extra bit of power. Hmmm I’ve got some art ideas. https://www.tumblr.com/ammonitetheseaserpent/687901959418757120/heres-an-official-outline-for-lynxz-studios-and

Brutus Marcy AU - A one-off concept where the stabbing in True Colors gets a role reversal. I’ve uh. Got an animatic in my head for this one. https://www.tumblr.com/ammonitetheseaserpent/679475910403047424/brutus-marcy-au-idea-for-march

The Owl House

Collecting Misfit Toys AU - Where the Collector bonds w/ the Grimwalkers and the spirit of Caleb and starts helping them behind Belos’s back. https://www.tumblr.com/ammonitetheseaserpent/687953936112582656/remember-that-post-i-made-about-that

Spy-Team Stowaway AU - Team RED steals the Collector’s disc after Hollow Mind and, after finding out who he is, does their best to keep him away from Belos. Not sure how much I’ll do with this concept, but it’s fun to think about. https://www.tumblr.com/ammonitetheseaserpent/687879461419581440/tossing-this-au-idea-into-the-masses-team-red

Tide of Tied Minds AU - King experiences the whole TTI visit/connection with the Collector sooner in the story, and so gets more time to bond with them. Comes in the form of a fanfic; first chapter here: https://www.tumblr.com/ammonitetheseaserpent/694878021337989120/tide-of-tied-minds

Sky And Earth AU - Far-off future scenario that focuses on King’s children and grandchildren and their conflicts with the Archivists. Definitely more to come. :3 https://www.tumblr.com/ammonitetheseaserpent/719983575039131648/moar-info-for-my-far-off-future-au-and-my-titan

Crossovers

Marsh Mystic/Double Agent Marcy AU - Andrias decides to use Marcy as a scout for other worlds. He sends her to the demon realm first - where she immediately gets picked up by another manipulative tyrant. Definitely have more to cover w/ this (aka Season 3). For now though, main infodoc is here: https://www.tumblr.com/ammonitetheseaserpent/687530350699855873/haiii-i-realize-i-probably-put-my-revamped-marsh

Platinum Web AU - Smaller AU scenario where the Collector and King end up in the ENA universe; the Collector meets ENA and Moony, and King initially ends up in Hourglass Meadow w/ the Shepherd and her dogs. Help me I’m now brainrotting over the character dynamics I set up https://www.tumblr.com/ammonitetheseaserpent/714281713996627968/screw-it-little-tohxena-crossover-scenario-the

The Wing Clowder AU - Owl House characters as cats in the Warriors universe. Not as invested in this AU as in others, but I might do a thing or two with it. First post here: https://www.tumblr.com/ammonitetheseaserpent/720127619217211392/decided-to-build-on-some-ideas-for-a-warrior

OFF.web AU - The plot of OFF but with ENA characters (with some liberties). Definitely gonna flesh this one out with what characters in which roles in which zones (plus I haven’t seen the entire game yet). Rudimentary plot outlined here: https://www.tumblr.com/ammonitetheseaserpent/716860260218994688/not-me-barely-starting-to-get-into-off-and-already

Jurassic Gems AU - Jurassic World is an ambitious park built by Greg. The CGs are dinosaurs made by InGen, the Homeworld gems are dinosaurs made by BioSyn, and chaos ensues. This is an OLDDD premise, one of the first AUs I made upon coming to this site, and I’m pretty sure the designs are the first things I’ve posted on my art blog. Putting here bc I’m thinking of maaaaybe reviving it. We’ll see *twiddles fingers together sinisterly*

[morguemaw]

little sneak peak of Lustale sans <3 Lustale is my AU and is a revamp of Underlust It can also be spelt like Lusttale but the double 't's make it cluttered !!

[spiderware]

like a thorn on one’s side

[all54321]

*waddles towards you*🌹🌹🌹 a bouquet for you

Scar turns around and gives him a questioning look, ‘G?’

Before Grian can second guess himself, he quickly signs ‘I love you.’

Scar pauses, surprised, before smiling and signing ‘I love you’ back.

He mirrors the smile, feeling warm.

Just a soft moment in a painful AU. This AU was based on a tweet I saw about a what if of Grian surviving the warden only to have been deafened by it. Unsure if it was a reply or by the OP, but it got added of Scar knowing sign language/having a book on it. I did create an AU about that exactly, but this one is a lingering effects AU.

Grian died to the warden, but it still caused him to go deaf, even back on Hermitcraft. All deaths from Double Life left big impacts on every member. They all get perk associated with their deaths, but there’s also a lot of pain too. Either regular or recurring pain related to their deaths.

Desert duo gets the bonus of hearing issues with this. Scar can still hear since the damage from soulmates isn’t 1:1, but his hearing is definitely weaker now. Due to him being able hear normal conversation pretty well, he becomes a translator for Grian since not every hermit knows sign language (they definitely start learning it though).

These two need some soft moments between the trauma :(

(This AU gets rough)

Another thing, Grian does speak in this. He continues talking to people out loud, since he only lost his hearing. He chose to sign here as a way of showing his appreciation to Scar showing so much care to him and helping him (this is soon after he starts learning sign language). Grian definitely has a lot of issues in this AU, he blames himself a lot for everything him and Scar go through in this AU. Amongst a lot of other stuff like what he did in Double Life.

I kinda want to go back and revamp some parts of this AU now. Which would either hurt everyone more or help them.

When writing for this AU anything in ‘’ as opposed to “” is something signed. I wanted a distinction between speaking and signing here so I went with single quotes over double quotes.

[midnight-and-his-melodiverse]

THE MIDNIGHT'S MELODIVERSE MASTERLIST (v2.0!!)

Welcome to the REVAMPED MASTERLIST with color codes for the WIPs! (even though it's been 3 months and that wouldn't have been necessary-- I just wanted a new one, ok?)

UPDATED ON 10/1/2022, CHANGES: Added a section for the Midscryption AU (co-created by Ame and I) and it's stories!

Anyway!!

Overture: Quick Tag Rundown

#themelodiverse - for anything Melodiverse related, mostly excluding worldbuilding, but can include answered asks relating to the Melodiverse in some way, whether it's OCs, lore or otherwise!

#Midnight's OCs - for anything relating to my characters, whether its intros

#Midnight's rambles - For my general posts that (mostly) have nothing to do about my writing, sometimes!

The Curtain Rises: The WIPs and their related content, canon or not!

--ORIGINAL WIPS--

Now for the main event, my WIPs and their related content! These will be color coded for easier reference! (also look at the emojis on either side of the WIPs' titles to familiarize yourself with what emojis are associated with which WIP!

A summary of Book 1's plot, in the form of a news headline: Local Teen Boy Discovers Mysterious Blade on Doorstep, Ends Up Encountering a Strange String of Arcane Events

An actual summary: A wolf-human boy named Midnight tries to keep a mysterious blade that he recieves on his doorstep one morning secret, as he uncovers the source of strange arcane events disrupting the city, and a young villain who wants the blade for malicious purposes.

The plots and summaries for the other books in the saga meanwhile, are under progress hehe

Brief Excerpt:

(nothing yet, sadly)

Some related content, if you desire to look: INTROS (which include the story intro, and character intros) EXCERPTS (in progress!!), INCORRECT QUOTES, MEMES, OUTLINE (This is exclusive content for those subscribed to the "Midnight's Behind the Pages" taglist, of which is still in progress, so stay tuned for the taglist post!)

News Headline Summary for Short Story #1:

Local Goblin Girl Gets Stolen Away By A Misfit Group and Is Taken Along On Their Many Adventures

An actual summary:

When a young goblin named Leshi who's afraid of large groups of people has her quiet little house broken into by some goblin criminals, she tries to shoo them off but to no avail, as she has no choice in the matter but to haul away with them, with the bribery of mysterious artifacts known as the Melody Gems.

With this bribery however, as each day the crimes committed grow more mischevious and full of tricks, Leshi considers reprimanding the misfits. But of course, with the legalities of it all and all of them being children, that wasn't bound to work.

Like the rest of the Melody Blade Saga, the rest of Goblin Theft Auto's stories' plots and summaries are in progress!

Brief Excerpt:

Leshi Desxia was a very young goblin, in the beginnings of her double digit years, who was averse to large groups of people. 

Whether it was in the form of innocent family reunions or celebrations which posed no harm whatsoever, many gatherings of friends bickering amongst themselves or in some cases at each other, if a conversation was heated enough, gangs, and or criminals shadowed under the veil of night, she would not budge in going out of her way to avoid such situations.

Although by her own accord, her life was pretty lonely. Even with loving parents, Leshi’s fear of large groups was strong enough that every day felt like she was isolated in a prison of her own fears and anxieties. 

However, all this changed, for what she assumed was the better, when one sunny morning she was awoken from her slumber to the sound of a resounding thud, and a wooden door being smashed open.

Some related content, if you desire to look: INTROS, EXCERPTS, INCORRECT QUOTES, MEMES

News Headline Summary for Stars, Bits, and Bytes:

Two Kids Stumble Upon a Strange Spacecraft And Are Then Thrown Into a Grand Adventure Through Space, With A Cranky AI, And Space Pirates

An actual summary:

After two adventurous young kids stumble upon a strange spacecraft, they are thrown into a grand adventure through space with a cranky AI who loves to misnavigate the ship, a group of strangely greedy space pirates who really want a piece of the group's ship, named the Titania, and an emperor who wishes to siphon music magic from everyone and everything to give himself power.

Brief Excerpt:

After sneaking by relatively unnoticed, they found the spacecraft, once a dot in the distance, but it was now fully visible from its landing platform. The Titania, which was the spacecraft’s given name, stood there boldly, like a valiant warrior posing. The sunlight reflected off the steel blue metal which acted as a barrier to gunfire and laser fire, which further presented the ship’s stature as marvelously momentous. The craft surely was a sight to behold.

The kids seemed to stare into the black abyss which was the cockpit windows spanning across from left to right, getting a slight glimpse at a rainbow of buttons inside the spacecraft. Those black windows were adjacent to that of an ethereal starless midnight sky. They were taunted by its height; it was like they were standing beneath a titan. Both of them being below average height for a child didn’t help matters in quelling the silent terror of laying their eyes on Titania’s seemingly massive stature as a spacecraft. 

Some related content, if you desire to look: INTROS, EXCERPTS, INCORRECT QUOTES, MEMES

News Headline Summary for Silver Moon Sonatas:

A Young Teen Discovers Dark Secrets About A Symphonic Metal Band Who Is Hiding Bodies In Their Church

An actual summary:

A young girl discovers that vampires with the gift of music have formed a strange cult; one of being a symphonic metal band. Though, after she is roped into their backstage cult by force... she discovers that this band has many dark secrets, when she finds bodies of people in their church where they perform...

Brief excerpt:

(Nothing, yet...)

Some related content, if you desire to look: INTROS, EXCERPTS, INCORRECT QUOTES, MEMES

News Headline Summary for MIRRORVENTURE:

Young Teen Boy Discovers A Cosmic Horror In His Dream, Ends Up Having To Free A Trapped Kingdom In a Mirror Dimension Before The End Of The World Comes Upon The Boy's Family

An actual summary:

After a young teen discovers a cosmic horror in his dream, it's a race against time for him and his family to find the portal to the mirror dimension of which this cosmic horror inhabited, the cosmic horror itself, and liberate the trapped kingdom before cataclysmic events descend upon the world, keeping them in this mirrored reality.

Brief Excerpt:

(nothing... yet.)

Some related content, if you desire to look: INTROS, EXCERPTS, INCORRECT QUOTES, MEMES

News Headline Summary for Spirit's Call:

Young Teen Girl Encounters A Spirit From Beyond The Veil With A Distress Signal To Save A Colony Of Spirits

An actual summary:

After a young teen girl encounters a spirit from beyond the veil, they notify her that strange events have been occurring where certain evil spirits are possessing mortals, and thus, a distress signal was sent to her to help out the situation, before evil spirits cross over into the human world.

However, it's a race against time, as the girl realizes in order to enter the spirit realm, she must forfeit her life by way of painless magic. Though she's hesitant at first, she does so, and realizes there's more depth to the spirit world than she had been led to believe when she was told bedtime stories and convinced that they didn't exist.

Brief Excerpt:

(also nothing yet... hehe)

Some related content, if you desire to look: INTROS, EXCERPTS, INCORRECT QUOTES, MEMES

MASTERLIST TAG: @bardic-tales, @carefulpyro, @365runesofpassion, @multi-lefaiye, @albatris, @sammichkek, @parttimeghost (ask / DM to be added / removed!!)

Logo Credit goes to the lovely @lockejhaven! Thanks so much for your help with this, Locke!

--MIDSCRYPTION AU SAGA--

Brief Info about the AU:

Midscryption is an Inscryption AU that crosses over with the Melodiverse. Many adventures are to be had, many games lost, and lessons learned through death and the significance of death cards.

This AU spans across four books (known as volumes), and potentially some short stories and or comics in the future. The books in order are: I. Challenger Midnight, II. The Wolf’s Epitaph, III. Mox of Melody, and IV. Filthy Beasts.

Books in Order:

I. CHALLENGER MIDNIGHT (in progress!)

II. THE WOLF'S EPITAPH

III. MOX OF MELODY

IV. FILTHY BEASTS

[idleglowingpixels]

Big Update Post (Regarding XXY and some other projects)

WOW, I haven't posted anything in a while. I'm so sorry about that!

For an explanation, without getting into major personal details, I got a new job after having a really bad experience at another. And I started taking a medication around the same time that caused severe fatigue for me, to the point I unfortunately got fired for excessive absenteeism. That sent me into a major depressive slump, and I'm only just now digging myself out of it. Still on the job hunt, been filling out lots of paperwork and doing lots of interviews that go absolutely nowhere, but I'm optimistic I'll eventually find something.

Also, on a brighter note (My brain just refuses to be pessimistic for real lol), I've decided to attend college starting in January! My associate's degree majors are focusing on Creative Writing, as well as General Studies to get those main classes out of the way in the first two years. I then plan on pursuing the Creative Writing degree up to a bachelor's, and I'm planning on double-majoring with Graphic Design for those last two years for the namesake of a bachelor's degree in both fields (good for the resumes, y'know?), and also because my art and writing portfolios for original works are SEVERELY lacking. I don't think I've worked on them professionally since high school! :')

Okay, personal mess aside, as a result of the depressive slump, I was so severely demotivated that I fell extremely far behind on my writing goals for this month, which is a huge bummer. :C But I'm trying to work on being kinder and more patient with myself, and it's working so far, so I'm just gonna keep trucking along.

I'll share what I have gotten done, as well as what's coming up this October. So, without further ado, here you go:

XXY: I have fully completed the first drafts of Chapters 8 & 9, with Chapter 10's first draft pending completion. If I had to take a guess, between writing and editing the chapters for future drafts, I won't have Chapters 8-13 ready for release until at least December. This is because at my standard writing pace, I won't have all the first drafts completed until the end of October, and accounting for all the time I'll be spending editing the chapters or rewriting scenes where necessary, I doubt I will be able to provide any chapters in November. I'm so sorry for making you guys wait so long for an update, believe me. I appreciate your patience at this time and will do my best to complete these chapters up to my standards as soon as humanly possible.

Idle's Monster High AU (Working Title): Kicking off the official beginning of me sharing my Monster High AU, which I've been developing for roughly 2-3 years now, I'm spending the rest of this week in particular revamping the designs I drew from last year for the main 5 ghouls (Frankie, Draculaura, Clawdeen, Cleo and Lagoona) but didn't post. I'm gonna be sharing 1 redesign each week on this blog for the duration of October! I will also be posting a one-shot I've been writing and editing on-and-off throughout the last year or so, to commemorate this year's upcoming Friday The 13th! The one-shot will be posted on said date, October 13th. I'm BEYOND excited to share this one, and I even have a drawing for the fic I'll put in the fic's masterpost!

Ladybug And Chat Noir: A Miraculous Tale: For now, this project is still sidelined to make room for XXY and other works to be completed. I'm hoping to work on it more soon!

I'm also making a formal announcement soon for my new writeblr blog, focusing more on my original stories and stuff about them very soon! Just have to make a masterpost/introduction for the page and I'll reblog it here. After that, I'm keeping the blogs relatively separate, as this is my unhinged fandom blog and the other one's more on the "professional" side for my personal works.

That's it for tonight I think, and I hope this satisfies my lack of posting here lately. These last 2-3 weeks have been a real struggle for my mental health, but I'm finally seeing the sun over the horizon!

[crystalfoxxie]

Sorry it's on paper, I'm homeless atm xc

So, I'm making kind of an au where, to pay for all of the lawsuits and debts, a member of Faz LLC corporate is greenlit to make an interactive show. With rooms of safe sets where the new lineups of safe, plush and magnet animatronics will be filmed and casts of children who's parents sign them to be on the show, kinda like Barney.

Foxy as a pirate is already a time marker, so I'm pulling everyone back to the 1700's thematically. The sea is a giant ballpit through which boats ride on a specialized set of wheels, the storm hall has rows of rotating paddles that cause waves, and long metal poles covered in tinsel to rotate for fake tornadoes.

I'm still revamping/redesigning and placing characters, but I know that I want Goldie(Fredbear), Freddy, Chica, Bonnie and Foxy on the main ship near the entrance, being the protagonist crew.

Roxanne is the queen of the castle set in town, the Faerie Queen Quarry leads down a crystal cave where Ballora acts as Faerie Queen, Baby as the Princess and Sun and Moon as her helpers.

After asking my discord server, i was inspired to make Music Man a Musician who became too consumed by fame and was cursed by the Faerie Queen to play at least one instrument at all times and only speak in song. If he stops, he turns more and more into a spider

The room to the right of the Faerie Queen's Cave is a snowy, piney mountain peak, the one beneath it is a viking colony, led by Monty and the last one towards the bottom is the glacial region, handled mostly by the opposing pirate crew made up of Funtime Freddy who I need to think of a new name for, Funtime Foxy renamed Fennrick (i don't know how you expect me to explain the names of characters being the same as the protagonists with one word extra in front logically) Bon-Bon, Bonnette, Mangle and a replacement for Funtime Chica who's a penguin named Penny.

I need to look at FNaF World's roster tbh bc I won't be making a bunch of doubles, but at least every character that has enough of a difference to warrant a new design and personality, like the Mediocre Melodies.

Any ideas for what I could add or where I could place other characters just characters who could be redesigned and involved?

[baekhvuns]

Can I have u as my middle-person to say something to job resign anon? Since Idk whoever they are and they seemed inactive for days lately......... 💔 I was actually waiting for their update and conversation with u tho 😭😭

Whoever u're anon I hope u can release ALL ur fanfics sooner because they all sound scrumptious as fuuuccckkkk I tell y'all!! News reporter Yunho? Fake dating Seonghwa? Reincarnation San? Ex-husband Mingi? WE NEED THEM RAIITTEEE NEEEOOOWWW 🗣🗣🗣🗣🗣🗣🗣

Also Baekhvuns, I didn't have the chance to read ur mafia Mingi before as I just discovered ur blog so I'm verrryy looking forward to it too 😬😬

i will gladly be the middle man, whisperer <3 LMFAOOO sometimes i forgot ppl can read these convo’s 😭😭 job resign anon you’ve got mail !!!!

NO SERIOUSLY THE PLOT IS IS IMMACULATE EX HUSBAND MINGI???? FAKE DATING??? FUCK ME this is a MUST a NEED anon we hope ur hearing us LOUD and CLEAR

omg hello!!! welcome to the blog fhhwkdhsk crying it’s in my drafts, it’s a fake dating au x mafia just revamped if ur wondering!! i just have to compile all of it and it’ll be done!! hopefully it’s not in my drafts for a longer time 😭😭😭 the spice in that fic was like a doubled down duke 😭😭