#rhett looks kinda normal??

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jumpscare..............

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(this got out of control, sorry not sorry) i kinda love the idea of enemies to lovers with rhett. maybe she’s the smart girl in town, went away to a good college, got her degree/s, came back home to help with her parent’s business and rhett just think she’s snobby, and rude and pretentious. and she doesn’t think any better of him — lazy, hot headed, unmotivated, waste of true talent. maybe they keep bumping into each other — at the bar, at the grocery store, the local diner. and they can’t help, but pick silly little fights with each other. over nothing! for making too much noise at the bar (‘people come here to relax an’ listen to music, not ya damn yappin’!’), blocking the aisle with their cart (‘how is anyone supposed to efficiently grocery shop with you blocking the entire aisle?!’), not leaving a decent tip for the waitress (‘come on, three dollars?! you know deb has two lil ones at home, she needs the cash. don’t be cheap!’) and eventually it boils over. maybe they’re at that same bar, maybe some guy from out town is chatting to her. and she’s into it. smiling softly, giggling at all his jokes, bar stool turned his way. rhett’s watching from across the bar, peeling at the label on his beer bottle. he can’t help the way his teeth clench at the sight of her leaning to whisper in this guy’s ear. he has no idea what a piece of work this girl is. he smirks as the urge over takes him, yelling across the bar, “she’s more trouble than she’s worth, pal. too much brain, not enough sense. get out while ya still can.” her head whips over to him and he sees them flash with that familiar anger and he almost shivers. but the guy she’s talking to must have been waiting for a reason to get up because he pushes his stool back and tells her to have a good night, an almost apologetic smile on his face. then he’s gone and her cheeks are hot and tears are suddenly swimming in her eyes. she looks over at rhett and he’s just a blurry blob of red plaid. “i guess if you’re not happy, no one gets to be, huh?” and she’s throwing money on the bar and she’s gone. he feels confused watching her leave, the normal thrill of getting to her noticeably absent. the only thing is feels is… bad. guilty. ashamed. he mutters a “goddamnit” and then he’s following her. he stops her outside the bar with her name. “hey, look, i’m sorry, okay? how was i supposed to know that idiot would get up and leave?” he throws his hands wide in frustration and she scoffs, crossing her arms across her chest. “we always get on each other’s case, i thought he could take it. he was talkin’ to you afta’ all, torture must be his thing.” he adds without thinking and, suddenly, his cheek is stinging. she slapped him. she fucking slapped him. he looks down at her, her breathing heavy, eyes blazing. “you are so fucking annoying, rhett abbott.” he presses closer to her, “well, you oughta know, honey. i learned from the best.” and her eyes are on his, tension radiating off of her. he almost misses it, the way her eyes drop to his lips. he smirks, jumping at his chance. he grabs her face, tilting her up to him and then his mouth is on hers. and she squeaks into his mouth before melting into the kiss. she throws her arms around his shoulders, pressing up onto her toes and pressing her lips harder against his. his hands move to grip her waist as he shuffles them back so they’re pressed against the side of the bar. he nips at her bottom lip and she opens her mouth with a sigh. he presses his tongue against hers and she moans for him oh so sweetly. she pushes his hat off his head so she can run her fingers through hair, grabbing a fistful of it in her fingers and giving a sharp tug. his head pulls away from her mouth and she opens her eyes to look at him, really look at him. face flushed, pupils blown wide, her handprint still visible on his left cheek. she feels the arousal between her legs instantly. “look at you…” she whispers before attaching her lips to the underside of his jaw. his eyes slip shut and he tilts his head back to give her more room. (1/2)

OH MY GOD?! MY DEAR ANON! i cannot believe that you sent this to me for free 🥺😵‍💫

she pushes his hat off his head so she can run her fingers through hair, grabbing a fistful of it in her fingers and giving a sharp tug. his head pulls away from her mouth and she opens her eyes to look at him, really look at him. face flushed, pupils blown wide, her handprint still visible on his left cheek. she feels the arousal between her legs instantly. “look at you…” she whispers before attaching her lips to the underside of his jaw. his eyes slip shut and he tilts his head back to give her more room.

then he’s pressing his lips to her cheek before whispering “i fuckin’ love it when we fight.”

taking his hat off! the handprint still being there! look at you! rhett pressing his lips to their cheek before whispering that!

ohhhhhh my god, this is so incredibly perfect and i absolutely love this my dear anon! i believe that rhett would make a very good enemies to lovers trope. he’s got a lot of pent up anger and frustration, but sometimes he can’t tell when it’s love. his relationship with his family has completely skewed that for him, but this is the perfect example of what could happen 🤭

i’m so incredibly grateful for you sending me this my dear anon! and please, never apologise! thank you so much for this, mwah! 💗💌

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The fill where Daniel has a breakdown after their return home from the “save our marriage trip” was one of your best and also one of my favorites! I do have some questions though, if that’s okay. (If not, please ignore this ask!) :3

(He swallows, nods to the room. "I can't be there alone,)

Is Daniel unable to relax in their bedroom by himself? Is he okay being there with Terry (the irony of that), or can he simply not sleep at all in that room, which is one of the reasons he is so tired and sleeps on the rug in the kids room? 

("So leave." 

They're both frozen still. Then Terry lifts his chin. "I will never do that.")

I mean…yikes. Does Daniel…or at least a part of him…really want Terry to leave? Like, permanently. As in a divorce? Not that Terry would ever allow that…

(Daniel stares at him. "I could go to my parents -" )

Does Daniel mean permanently, or just temporarily? 

(He puts a hand on his shoulder. "That did not stay Klytaimnestra's hand." 

Daniel puts a hand on his belly. "You did not kill my pup.")

I don’t get this exchange. Who is Klytaimnestra, and what pup was killed??

(At those words, the tears come. "It hurts, Terry, I'm so tired.")

Does it him (them actually) physically or simply mentally? Is there some bond between mates (Alpha/omega) where if something like this happens, they feel physical pain?

This was a really excellent fill. I do have to say though, it breaks my heart to see how hurt Daniel is. He is so very loving and incredibly sweet, and gave everything to his marriage, loved his husband so much—and it still wasn’t enough. Arghhhh. 

I wonder, after reading this, does Daniel feel afraid to sleep with Terry after the rape? Especially in their bedroom where it happened. And well, especially during those times when Terry returns after a “job” and the sex is implied to be rough. Does Daniel have to tell Terry it’s okay to be rough, or does he just kinda grit his teeth and get through it? 

If this had been another world, Daniel should have divorced and set the law on Terry for the sheer horrible brutality of what he did. But in this AU, Daniel has the enormous capacity of his love and omega nature to guide him through this. And yes, his husband too. Terry loves and adores him to the point of insanity. He cannot function without him at all. It just took the most evil deed to figure that out. Sigh. 

Great story. This fill (and the other one where Daniel learns of of the cheating no code to in the car) reminds me of this quote from the end of the Gone With the Wind movie where Rhett leaves Scarlett for good. 

"My darling, you're such a child, you think by saying ‘I'm sorry’ all the past can be corrected." 

Love hurts! 

Terry is Daniel's mate, which means their Alpha and omega side are incredibly closely connected. Any omega mate will instinctively find comfort in their Alpha, so if Daniel does feel stressed, his lizard brain instinct will look for his mate. Which means that indeed ironically, when Terry is there, his instincts will shield him somewhat from the fear of, um - Terry. It's not logical. But to be there in the bedroom alone, at that point in time, with no Terry there and a lot of memories, it's hard to relax. Maybe he's not been sleeping well, that's why he's so tired, but being tired can also be a trauma response when your grief and fear seeps into your body.

Daniel would love to have the normal option of divorce, yes. He's been trying to get Terry to leave him, something that Amanda picked up on within a few days. He feels that he could move in with his parents, but Terry is right, if that were an option, which it isn't, they'd probably marry him off. In fact, after the cheating reveal, Michael has been actively scouting candidates, because he thought that Daniele would surely want to kill that scumbag now. How could he not? Except, you know - if divorce is not an option, murder also isn't for Daniel. And now, here, since Terry straight up asks what he's thinking, he does blurt it out. But that's simply not something Terry will even consider.

In the legend of Trojan war, which started because Helen, wife of Menelaos, was either kidnapped or ran away with the Trojan man Paris, Klytaimnestra is her sister in law. When King Menelaos, incredibly butthurt for losing his wife like that, went to his brother King Agamemnon and declared he had to go to war against Troy with him to restore his honor, Agamemnon was like, 'cool, of course I will kill thousands of soldiers to restore my brother's pride.' Whether or not his wife Klytaimnestra was OK with that, the myth doesn't ask - in ancient Athenian culture, women had some protection but absolutely no say in anything. And the writers knew how infuriating and constricting this was. Was their marriage a love match? Who knows, who cares? But they do have children, three girls and a young son, Orestes. So, Agamemnon decides he wants to go to war, but in the process, he has the goddess Artemis against him (the gods had taken sides, given that the people in the myth were often blood related to them.) So she decided that the winds will not blow the ships to Troy, unless - Agamemnon kills his eldest daughter Iphigeneia. Who is just a girl. Agamemnon is like 'Well, if that is what it takes.' Again he has no stake in this, other than his brother's pride. So he sacrifices her! Whether or not the sacrifice actually went through, the myths differ about, but even in the kindest tellings Iphigeneia is whisked away, never to be seen again by her parents.

Klytaimnestra snaps. With her husband away, she takes a new lover, and her third daughter Elektra, being a Daddy's girl, is like: "O you can't cheat on Daddy!' Klytaimnestra is like: "He killed my child, fuck that dude!" And when Agamemnon returns, she kills him. A lot of the myths focus on Elektra and Orestes' revenge for sweet Daddykins, but other Greek writers also thought: "No. No, fuck that dude. Klytaimnestra is 100% right." But this deed, however you may feel about it, does cause a rift between Klytaimnestra and her children, that's why Terry references it. Who should they be loyal to, their father or their mother, given that they love their father who did something terrible to their mother?

To go back to Terry and Daniel, what Daniel is feeling is the full force of the body horror of the rape. When something horrible happens to your body, there is often a delayed response. You wouldn't survive if you felt everything immediately. So ironically, when your brain and nervous system signal: "Alright, we're safe now," they immediately go: "Right, we have a backlog of pain to feel. Trauma dump incoming!" Especially when your body is a little weakened, as it is even in omegas during pregnancy, the full force can swamp you, and that is what Daniel is working through. And no apology can take that work away from anyone. The only way out is through.

Now what makes Terry is special person and a special man is that he's actually quite in tune with other people's feelings. He is very, very soft with Daniel after this. So there's no rough sexytimes for quite a while. Problem is they both like it on the rough side, and Daniel misses that, under the fear. And this is where Terry really is quite extraordinary. Most raping husbands would not self-reflect about that. He does. It doesn't excuse anything, but that is the one redeeming quality that allows them to hold onto each other - he really changes his behaviour, he knows when Daniel is trying to grit his teeth and bear it and he doesn't let him. And he knows what Daniel likes, still. Danny simply needs to feel safe enough, and cherished enough, to feel his way through the pain back to him.

Like, most people who do this to their spouse would be incapable of recognising and changing their behaviour, and that's why they end up with rat poison in their food, not a second chance at love.

"My darling, you're such a child, you think by saying ‘I'm sorry’ all the past can be corrected." 

That's the difficulty. Terry can't do all that much to correct this. Just like in canon, he chose power over love, and just like in canon, he has no way of amending it and is haunted by it for the rest of his days. It'll have to come from Daniel, all the work to heal from this, and the fact that he gets himself through this tells you of his strength. Klytaimnestra didn't choose that path, and Terry is saying that he understands it if Daniel can't take it, but he'd rather risk that than live without him. He lives with danger every day. But living without Daniel - he can't, he loses his goddamn mind. And if he had understood that before, he'd never have raped him.

But he was arrogant, and butthurt, and entitled, and petty, and he underestimated Daniel and what he meant to him. Who loves the air they breathe? Who spares it much thought? No one. Take it away, though, and you're not long for this world.

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1, 2, and 3 for Eileen <3

(If I have already asked about her, then I’ll be obscure and say Queen Yharnam actually 😯)

Glad to see that you never learn to not give me a choice, as usual xD

(Asks from this ( x ) meme)

1) What would their social media page/activity be like

For Eileen: I remember when I first posted a shitpost of different characters in the internet, Rhett (an old mutual from Twitter) suggested that she'd mostly advertise selling loot she got from the hunted hunters, being all like 'hey guys new merch soon! ✌️' and I've never been able to come up with a funnier idea xD I do think that even shitposting aside, her account would be very hmmm… lacking in personal posts? Just what I mentioned, and also various helpful tips/references/explanations threads - made by herself or reblogged!

For Annalise: I kinda imagine her not having a personal page, but instead let her servant(s) run one, passing her words or posting important announcements about Cainhurst! In her throne room, there is a table with the letter on it, that we can presume was the person writing things from her words directly. So I feel like in the internet, it'd be the same! However… I think if she DID want to get a personal account, she'd be a troll there XD Like Wendy's roasting tweets, but in more sophisticated and passive-aggressive manner. And just like that, people would try to provoke her to roast them and boast about it if they succeed :') She'd lock the account and make it more of a vent one after Healing Church cancels her online though :pensive:

2) What animal they remind me of

For Eileen: A hard one, since it is not easy to separate her from crow theme... However, I think despite the lore weight of that theme, in her case it ACTUALLY fits. Like, you could separate Patches and Rom from a spider, but a crow for Eileen just... it just feels so RIGHT, that there is no need for a loreless alternative I think x)

For Annalise: I feel like lynx! She strikes me as a wild feline but a lioness just doesn't work, plus a lion is already a Byrgenwerth thing,. Lynx, on the other hand, is a beautiful wild cat, a capable hunter but also a very smart cat that won't attack a human first! This cat is also associated with both ginger/red and grey color, that fits HER hair. I also think some informational field around this animal plays role - such as ancient legend/superstition in Greece that a lynx could see through objects (that makes me think of her helmet and her guards').

3) My thoughts on their design/aesthetic alone

For Eileen: I do like her design a lot! All lore outside, simply her design is a really cool take on plague doctor aesthetic! She is impossible to confuse with any other character like that, despite fictional universes having plenty of examples! Giving her large cape resembling feathered garb and sticking with dark blue colors was such a cool move! Really, no matter how often aesthetic is used, you can always add a unique twist to it!

For Annalise: Honestly, her appearance with de-melanized hair and helmet covering her entire face is way more cool and mysterious than her normal appearance seen in portrait and concept art. Her design is super minimalist; that dress lacks detail, but it just works so... good? I think it'd kill the vibe if she was in a really detailed dress or some fancy cape in the game. She creates strong impression with her talking and her story, not with how she looks, so lets say uhhh, 'unassuming' appearance is only better!

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Thank you for the ask!

[theealluringstoryteller]

You are such a talented writer 😭🫶🏿

I love that Kendrick is coming back in the story,I mean I hate it for omorose but I love it for me because I like reading about Kendrick’s opinion on his daughters intacian husband Castin💕

Omorose’s parents being absolute evil humans is so perfect,i feel like a character without trauma is kinda boring😭 so I loved the scene in which castin comforted her and got her out of that nasty situation when she had a panic attack

I feel like when a characters life was just normal with perfect loving parents, awsome school life with no bullies, no heartbreaks etc the characters aren’t interesting to read about because no one in the real world’s life is perfect and that’s what makes life interesting! Having everything perfect even though it sounds perfect in theory would in the end make for a boring life and you have to think about it the bad things in life helps character development in real life and in fiction.

With Kendrick in the original what if’s I made him out to be this wealthy man with a title who looked down on those he view as lesser and was a die hard for the empire!

And Amara was just the typical gossiping housewife who was in a competition with the other noblewoman and used her daughter often as a pawn in those competitions. A mother jealous of her daughter’s youth,opportunities and now the loving relationship Omorose has with Castin!

And that’s where Omorose slight obsession with a fairytale love came from! Watching her parents openly hate each other in their home and fake it to the public made Omorose not be so willing to marry just anyone until she was asked to do so to help strengthen whatever Rhett was hoping the empire and Intacia could be! Lucky for Omorose she ended up with the relationship she always wanted even though it started out rough! Reaaaaallll rough!

I hope everyone who celebrates Easter had a very blessed one today! I did!❤️

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Our daughter Mary and her fiancee Jon came to town to visit a prospective venue for their upcoming marriage. I went with them on a visit to Robertson Homestead also known as Tipsy Goats.

Whaaa!?

Yeah the Robertson Homestead is famous in Rock Hill South Carolina for its history of having a herd or flock or whatever of fainting goats who appeared as if they were drunk.

Tennessee Fainting Goats are a breed of domestic goat known for their tendency to faint or tip over when they are startled by a loud noise or sudden movement that causes their muscles to stiffen up while involuntarily contracting which results in temporary paralysis. The goat falls over stiffly for a few seconds before regaining its balance. Although this looks painful and downright hilarious, the goats don't mind one bit.

This of course leads to the legend of Cliff Tucker, a good old boy who gained local fame for his ability to fart down a fainting goat with a sudden, unexpected gaseous explosion which never failed to delight the assembled audience.

On the ride from Charlotte to Rock Hill, we began to wonder whatever happened to good old fahioned fainting. Fashionable fainting more or less disappeared in the late 19th century along with fainting couches.

Fainting couches were readily available for women in Southern mansions where their corsetted and restrictive clothing amidst tight shoes in the Southern heat helped them recover from heat exhaustion.

The fainting couch, upholstered and cushioned with its armrest, backrest and gentle downward slope allowed women to recline and elevate their feet and alleviate dizziness. This process was known as "elevate to alleviate".

Fainting was considered quite normal back in the day. Women used to experience the "vapors" when in the presence of an attractive man.Scarlett O'Hara (Vivien Leigh) exclaims, "Oh, Ashley Wilkes, he gives me the vapors!" when discussing her feelings for her romantic interest. Scarlett, also faints several times, including during a confrontation with Rhett Butler and after discovering the death of her daughter.

The Great Gatsby" (2013): In this adaptation of F. Scott Fitzgerald's novel, Daisy Buchanan (Carey Mulligan) says, "I'm paralyzed with happiness" and her friend responds, "Sounds like the vapors to me!"

"Moulin Rouge!" (2001): In this musical, Satine (Nicole Kidman) exclaims, "I feel giddy, like a schoolgirl. It's the champagne… or maybe he just gives me the vapors."

The idea behind the "vapors" is that a woman might become so overwhelmed by her emotions in the presence of an attractive man that she would experience a drop in blood pressure, that could cause her to feel faint or dizzy. This physical reaction was sometimes referred to as "the vapors."

Today, the phrase "he gives me the vapors" is considered outdated and sexist, as it reinforces the stereotype of women as being overly emotional and prone to swooning in response to male attention.

Too bad, we men kinda liked all that.

Oh well.

We used to have the vapors as well; once we were vulnerable and accepted it without assault rifles

Pride and Prejudice" (2005): In this adaptation, Mr. Darcy (Matthew Macfadyen) faints after proposing to Elizabeth Bennet (Keira Knightley) and being rejected.

"Sense and Sensibility" (1995): In this adaptation of Jane Austen's novel, Mr. Palmer (Hugh Laurie) faints after hearing news of his wife's pregnancy.

Moulin Rouge!" (2001): In this musical, the character Christian (Ewan McGregor) faints after seeing the object of his affection, Satine (Nicole Kidman), for the first time.

It's always a breathtaking cinematic moment when one character has the vapors while the other character faints when first they meet. This is one of the reason why Mary loves Moulin Rouge so much because of the love and this is one of the reasons we were having this discussion on the way to Robertson Homestead.

We thought it would be a good idea if we brought back vapors, fainting and fainting couches and removed the gender bias. Let everybody faint whenever they feel like it. No shame. Let's soften up our environments. Let's reconvert a couple of chaisse lounges into out and out fainting couches. Let's always be ready to catch a companion who suddenly faints with nobody freaking out. What a good use of friendship and support!

The faint doesn't have to be an actual swoon or faint, it can be a feigned faint where a person expresses their surprise or admiration by falling onto a couch or being caught just in time by his/her companion.

Oh well, just the kind of conversation that occurs in a car heading to the Robertson Homestead on the way to choose a venue for the wedding of Mary and Jon.

When we got to the Homestead we discovered that the fainting goats no longer resided there but we could add goats to the wedding for an additional $400.

A fainting couch, also known as a chaise longue or a daybed, is a type of upholstered sofa or chair designed for reclining. It typically has one armrest and a backrest that slopes gently downwards towards the foot of the couch. The name "fainting couch" comes from the fact that it was often used by women in the 19th century as a place to rest and recover from the heat or exhaustion, particularly in the context of tight corsets and other restrictive clothing. The design of the fainting couch allowed women to lie down and elevate their feet, which could help to alleviate symptoms such as dizziness or faintness. Today, fainting couches are often used as decorative pieces in living rooms, bedrooms, or other spaces.

onelinecross@yahoo.com what are fainting goats Fainting goats, also known as myotonic goats or Tennessee Fainting goats, are a breed of domestic goats that are known for their tendency to "faint" or "fall over" when they are startled or excited. This happens because of a genetic condition called myotonia, which causes their muscles to stiffen up and contract involuntarily, resulting in a temporary paralysis.

When a fainting goat experiences a sudden stimulus, such as a loud noise or a sudden movement, its muscles lock up and it falls over stiffly for a few seconds or more before getting back up again. Although this might look alarming or painful, it is not harmful to the goat, and it does not actually lose consciousness.

Fainting goats are often kept as pets or for their meat and milk, and their myotonic condition is considered to be a unique trait that sets them apart from other breeds of goats.

onelinecross@yahoo.com what are some classic faints in cinema Fainting, also known as "swooning" or "passing out," has been a popular trope in cinema for many years. Here are some classic examples of fainting in movies:

"Gone with the Wind" (1939): In this classic film,

"The Philadelphia Story" (1940): In this romantic comedy, Tracy Lord, played by Katharine Hepburn, faints after drinking too much champagne at her pre-wedding party.

"The Wizard of Oz" (1939): In this beloved family film, Dorothy, played by Judy Garland, faints after being frightened by the Wizard's projection of a fierce animal.

"Sense and Sensibility" (1995): In this period drama, Marianne Dashwood, played by Kate Winslet, faints after a feverish illness, which leads to her eventual reconciliation with her suitor, Colonel Brandon.

"Pride and Prejudice" (2005): In this adaptation of the classic Jane Austen novel, Elizabeth Bennet, played by Keira Knightley, faints after receiving some unexpected news, which signals a turning point in her relationship with Mr. Darcy.

These are just a few examples of fainting scenes in cinema, but there are many more across different genres and time periods.

onelinecross@yahoo.com how about famoous swoons Sure, here are some examples of famous swoons in history and pop culture:

Elvis Presley: During a concert in 1977, Elvis Presley swooned on stage and had to be helped off. He died just a few months later.

Marilyn Monroe: The iconic actress is said to have swooned during a photo shoot in 1954, resulting in some of her most famous images.

Princess Diana: In 1987, Princess Diana famously swooned during a trip to Pakistan. The incident was widely covered by the media and fueled speculation about her health.

Scarlett Johansson: During a Broadway performance in 2013, Scarlett Johansson reportedly swooned on stage and had to be helped off by her co-stars.

The Beatles: During the height of Beatlemania in the 1960s, fans were known to swoon and faint at the sight of the band, leading to the term "Beatlemania swoon."

These are just a few examples of famous swoons, but there are many more throughout history and pop culture.

onelinecross@yahoo.com what's the difference between a swoon and a faint The terms "swoon" and "faint" are often used interchangeably to describe a sudden loss of consciousness or a brief period of unconsciousness. However, there is a slight difference between the two terms.

A swoon is typically a brief episode of lightheadedness or dizziness that may or may not result in a loss of consciousness. It is usually caused by a sudden drop in blood pressure or a lack of oxygen to the brain. A person who is swooning may feel weak, dizzy, or nauseous, and may experience tunnel vision or a ringing in their ears. They may also feel flushed or overheated.

A faint, on the other hand, is a more severe form of loss of consciousness that is usually caused by a sudden drop in blood pressure. During a faint, a person loses consciousness completely and may fall to the ground. They may appear pale, clammy, or sweaty, and may experience convulsions or twitching.

In summary, a swoon is a milder form of fainting, usually involving only a brief period of lightheadedness or dizziness, while a faint is a more severe form of loss of consciousness that involves a complete loss of consciousness and may involve convulsions or twitching.

onelinecross@yahoo.com what is meant by he gives me the vapors The phrase "he gives me the vapors" is an old-fashioned expression that was used in the past to describe a feeling of faintness, dizziness, or swooning that a woman might experience in response to a man's charm or attractiveness.

The idea behind this expression is that a woman might become so overwhelmed by her emotions in the presence of an attractive man that she would experience a physical reaction, such as a drop in blood pressure, that could cause her to feel faint or dizzy. This physical reaction was sometimes referred to as "the vapors."

Today, the phrase "he gives me the vapors" is considered outdated and somewhat sexist, as it reinforces the stereotype of women as being overly emotional and prone to swooning in response to male attention. It is not commonly used in modern language.

onelinecross@yahoo.com are there examples of He gives me the vapors in movies Yes, the phrase "he gives me the vapors" has been used in movies to evoke a sense of old-fashioned romance and femininity. Here are a few examples:

"Gone with the Wind" (1939): In this classic film,

"The Philadelphia Story" (1940): In this romantic comedy, Tracy Lord (Katharine Hepburn) says, "Oh, my goodness, I have the vapors!" when she becomes overwhelmed by her feelings for two different men.

"Hocus Pocus" (1993): In this Halloween-themed comedy, one of the teenage characters exclaims, "Oh, he gives me the vapors!" when discussing her crush on a boy.

These are just a few examples, but the phrase has been used in various movies over the years to evoke a sense of old-fashioned romance or humor.

onelinecross@yahoo.com can I have a few more Sure! Here are a few more examples of the phrase "he gives me the vapors" being used in movies:

"Arsenic and Old Lace" (1944): In this classic comedy, one of the characters exclaims, "Oh, dear, I do believe he gives me the vapors!" when discussing her attraction to a man.

"The Cat's Meow" (2001): In this period drama, actress Marion Davies (Kirsten Dunst) exclaims, "He gives me the vapors!" when discussing her feelings for her lover, newspaper magnate William Randolph Hearst.

"The Great Gatsby" (2013): In this adaptation of F. Scott Fitzgerald's novel, Daisy Buchanan (Carey Mulligan) says, "I'm paralyzed with happiness" and her friend responds, "Sounds like the vapors to me!"

"Moulin Rouge!" (2001): In this musical, Satine (Nicole Kidman) exclaims, "I feel giddy, like a schoolgirl. It's the champagne… or maybe he just gives me the vapors."

These are just a few more examples of the phrase being used in movies.

onelinecross@yahoo.com how bout examples of fainting men Fainting or swooning men are not as commonly depicted in movies as fainting or swooning women, but here are a few examples:

"Pride and Prejudice" (2005): In this adaptation of Jane Austen's novel, Mr. Darcy (Matthew Macfadyen) faints after proposing to Elizabeth Bennet (Keira Knightley) and being rejected.

"Sense and Sensibility" (1995): In this adaptation of Jane Austen's novel, Mr. Palmer (Hugh Laurie) faints after hearing news of his wife's pregnancy.

"Atonement" (2007): In this drama set in the 1930s, Robbie Turner (James McAvoy) faints after being falsely accused of a crime and being arrested.

"The King's Speech" (2010): In this biographical drama, King George VI (Colin Firth) faints during a public speaking engagement due to his struggle with a speech impediment.

These are just a few examples of fainting or swooning men in movies. While it is not as common as the depiction of fainting or swooning women, it has been used as a plot device or to emphasize the character's vulnerability or weakness.

onelinecross@yahoo.com can I have a few more Sure! Here are a few more examples of fainting or swooning men in movies:

"Jane Eyre" (2011): In this adaptation of Charlotte Bronte's novel, Mr. Rochester (Michael Fassbender) faints after falling off his horse and being injured.

"Moulin Rouge!" (2001): In this musical, the character Christian (Ewan McGregor) faints after seeing the object of his affection, Satine (Nicole Kidman), for the first time.

"The Age of Adaline" (2015): In this romantic fantasy drama, William (Harrison Ford) faints after realizing that Adaline (Blake Lively) is the same woman he fell in love with decades earlier.

"The Princess Bride" (1987): In this fantasy adventure film, Westley (Cary Elwes) faints after being subjected to the "Machine" torture device.

These are just a few more examples of fainting or swooning men in movies.

onelinecross@yahoo.com Does Victor Frankenstein faint In the original novel "Frankenstein" by Mary Shelley, Victor Frankenstein does not faint. However, there have been various adaptations of the story in film and other media, and some of them may portray Victor Frankenstein fainting or swooning in certain scenes.

For example, in the 2015 film "Victor Frankenstein," the titular character (played by James McAvoy) does not faint, but he does have a few moments of emotional breakdown throughout the movie. In the 1931 film "Frankenstein," the character of Victor Frankenstein (played by Colin Clive) does not faint either, but there is a scene where he collapses and is carried to bed after becoming severely ill from overwork and lack of sleep.

So while Victor Frankenstein does not faint in the original novel, adaptations of the story may depict him fainting or swooning in certain scenes for dramatic effect.

onelinecross@yahoo.com Examples of men swooning Swooning or fainting men are not as commonly depicted in movies as fainting or swooning women, but here are a few examples:

"Gone with the Wind" (1939): In this classic epic film, the character Ashley Wilkes (Leslie Howard) swoons after being shot during a battle in the Civil War.

"Bram Stoker's Dracula" (1992): In this horror film, the character Jonathan Harker (Keanu Reeves) swoons after being bitten by Dracula (Gary Oldman) and realizing he has been turned into a vampire.

"Sense and Sensibility" (1995): In this period drama, Colonel Brandon (Alan Rickman) swoons after learning that his former love, Eliza, has died.

"The Patriot" (2000): In this historical war film, the character Benjamin Martin (Mel Gibson) swoons after being severely injured during a battle.

These are just a few examples of swooning or fainting men in movies. While it is not as common as the depiction of fainting or swooning women, it has been used as a plot device or to emphasize the character's vulnerability or weakness.

A fainting couch, also known as a chaise longue or a daybed, is a type of upholstered sofa or chair designed for reclining. It typically has one armrest and a backrest that slopes gently downwards towards the foot of the couch. The name "fainting couch" comes from the fact that it was often used by women in the 19th century as a place to rest and recover from the heat or exhaustion, particularly in the context of tight corsets and other restrictive clothing. The design of the fainting couch allowed women to lie down and elevate their feet, which could help to alleviate symptoms such as dizziness or faintness. Today, fainting couches are often used as decorative pieces in living rooms, bedrooms, or other spaces.

onelinecross@yahoo.com what are fainting goats Fainting goats, also known as myotonic goats or Tennessee Fainting goats, are a breed of domestic goats that are known for their tendency to "faint" or "fall over" when they are startled or excited. This happens because of a genetic condition called myotonia, which causes their muscles to stiffen up and contract involuntarily, resulting in a temporary paralysis.

When a fainting goat experiences a sudden stimulus, such as a loud noise or a sudden movement, its muscles lock up and it falls over stiffly for a few seconds or more before getting back up again. Although this might look alarming or painful, it is not harmful to the goat, and it does not actually lose consciousness.

Fainting goats are often kept as pets or for their meat and milk, and their myotonic condition is considered to be a unique trait that sets them apart from other breeds of goats.

onelinecross@yahoo.com what are some classic faints in cinema Fainting, also known as "swooning" or "passing out," has been a popular trope in cinema for many years. Here are some classic examples of fainting in movies:

"Gone with the Wind" (1939): In this classic film, Scarlett O'Hara, played by Vivien Leigh, faints several times, including during a confrontation with Rhett Butler and after discovering the death of her daughter.

"The Philadelphia Story" (1940): In this romantic comedy, Tracy Lord, played by Katharine Hepburn, faints after drinking too much champagne at her pre-wedding party.

"The Wizard of Oz" (1939): In this beloved family film, Dorothy, played by Judy Garland, faints after being frightened by the Wizard's projection of a fierce animal.

"Sense and Sensibility" (1995): In this period drama, Marianne Dashwood, played by Kate Winslet, faints after a feverish illness, which leads to her eventual reconciliation with her suitor, Colonel Brandon.

"Pride and Prejudice" (2005): In this adaptation of the classic Jane Austen novel, Elizabeth Bennet, played by Keira Knightley, faints after receiving some unexpected news, which signals a turning point in her relationship with Mr. Darcy.

These are just a few examples of fainting scenes in cinema, but there are many more across different genres and time periods.

onelinecross@yahoo.com how about famoous swoons Sure, here are some examples of famous swoons in history and pop culture:

Elvis Presley: During a concert in 1977, Elvis Presley swooned on stage and had to be helped off. He died just a few months later.

Marilyn Monroe: The iconic actress is said to have swooned during a photo shoot in 1954, resulting in some of her most famous images.

Princess Diana: In 1987, Princess Diana famously swooned during a trip to Pakistan. The incident was widely covered by the media and fueled speculation about her health.

Scarlett Johansson: During a Broadway performance in 2013, Scarlett Johansson reportedly swooned on stage and had to be helped off by her co-stars.

The Beatles: During the height of Beatlemania in the 1960s, fans were known to swoon and faint at the sight of the band, leading to the term "Beatlemania swoon."

These are just a few examples of famous swoons, but there are many more throughout history and pop culture.

onelinecross@yahoo.com what's the difference between a swoon and a faint The terms "swoon" and "faint" are often used interchangeably to describe a sudden loss of consciousness or a brief period of unconsciousness. However, there is a slight difference between the two terms.

A swoon is typically a brief episode of lightheadedness or dizziness that may or may not result in a loss of consciousness. It is usually caused by a sudden drop in blood pressure or a lack of oxygen to the brain. A person who is swooning may feel weak, dizzy, or nauseous, and may experience tunnel vision or a ringing in their ears. They may also feel flushed or overheated.

A faint, on the other hand, is a more severe form of loss of consciousness that is usually caused by a sudden drop in blood pressure. During a faint, a person loses consciousness completely and may fall to the ground. They may appear pale, clammy, or sweaty, and may experience convulsions or twitching.

In summary, a swoon is a milder form of fainting, usually involving only a brief period of lightheadedness or dizziness, while a faint is a more severe form of loss of consciousness that involves a complete loss of consciousness and may involve convulsions or twitching.

onelinecross@yahoo.com what is meant by he gives me the vapors The phrase "he gives me the vapors" is an old-fashioned expression that was used in the past to describe a feeling of faintness, dizziness, or swooning that a woman might experience in response to a man's charm or attractiveness.

The idea behind this expression is that a woman might become so overwhelmed by her emotions in the presence of an attractive man that she would experience a physical reaction, such as a drop in blood pressure, that could cause her to feel faint or dizzy. This physical reaction was sometimes referred to as "the vapors."

Today, the phrase "he gives me the vapors" is considered outdated and somewhat sexist, as it reinforces the stereotype of women as being overly emotional and prone to swooning in response to male attention. It is not commonly used in modern language.

onelinecross@yahoo.com are there examples of He gives me the vapors in movies Yes, the phrase "he gives me the vapors" has been used in movies to evoke a sense of old-fashioned romance and femininity. Here are a few examples:

"Gone with the Wind" (1939): In this classic film, Scarlett O'Hara (Vivien Leigh) exclaims, "Oh, Ashley Wilkes, he gives me the vapors!" when discussing her feelings for her romantic interest.

"The Philadelphia Story" (1940): In this romantic comedy, Tracy Lord (Katharine Hepburn) says, "Oh, my goodness, I have the vapors!" when she becomes overwhelmed by her feelings for two different men.

"Hocus Pocus" (1993): In this Halloween-themed comedy, one of the teenage characters exclaims, "Oh, he gives me the vapors!" when discussing her crush on a boy.

These are just a few examples, but the phrase has been used in various movies over the years to evoke a sense of old-fashioned romance or humor.

onelinecross@yahoo.com can I have a few more Sure! Here are a few more examples of the phrase "he gives me the vapors" being used in movies:

"Arsenic and Old Lace" (1944): In this classic comedy, one of the characters exclaims, "Oh, dear, I do believe he gives me the vapors!" when discussing her attraction to a man.

"The Cat's Meow" (2001): In this period drama, actress Marion Davies (Kirsten Dunst) exclaims, "He gives me the vapors!" when discussing her feelings for her lover, newspaper magnate William Randolph Hearst.

"The Great Gatsby" (2013): In this adaptation of F. Scott Fitzgerald's novel, Daisy Buchanan (Carey Mulligan) says, "I'm paralyzed with happiness" and her friend responds, "Sounds like the vapors to me!"

"Moulin Rouge!" (2001): In this musical, Satine (Nicole Kidman) exclaims, "I feel giddy, like a schoolgirl. It's the champagne… or maybe he just gives me the vapors."

These are just a few more examples of the phrase being used in movies.

onelinecross@yahoo.com how bout examples of fainting men Fainting or swooning men are not as commonly depicted in movies as fainting or swooning women, but here are a few examples:

"Pride and Prejudice" (2005): In this adaptation of Jane Austen's novel, Mr. Darcy (Matthew Macfadyen) faints after proposing to Elizabeth Bennet (Keira Knightley) and being rejected.

"Sense and Sensibility" (1995): In this adaptation of Jane Austen's novel, Mr. Palmer (Hugh Laurie) faints after hearing news of his wife's pregnancy.

"Atonement" (2007): In this drama set in the 1930s, Robbie Turner (James McAvoy) faints after being falsely accused of a crime and being arrested.

"The King's Speech" (2010): In this biographical drama, King George VI (Colin Firth) faints during a public speaking engagement due to his struggle with a speech impediment.

These are just a few examples of fainting or swooning men in movies. While it is not as common as the depiction of fainting or swooning women, it has been used as a plot device or to emphasize the character's vulnerability or weakness.

onelinecross@yahoo.com can I have a few more Sure! Here are a few more examples of fainting or swooning men in movies:

"Jane Eyre" (2011): In this adaptation of Charlotte Bronte's novel, Mr. Rochester (Michael Fassbender) faints after falling off his horse and being injured.

"Moulin Rouge!" (2001): In this musical, the character Christian (Ewan McGregor) faints after seeing the object of his affection, Satine (Nicole Kidman), for the first time.

"The Age of Adaline" (2015): In this romantic fantasy drama, William (Harrison Ford) faints after realizing that Adaline (Blake Lively) is the same woman he fell in love with decades earlier.

"The Princess Bride" (1987): In this fantasy adventure film, Westley (Cary Elwes) faints after being subjected to the "Machine" torture device.

These are just a few more examples of fainting or swooning men in movies.

onelinecross@yahoo.com Does Victor Frankenstein faint In the original novel "Frankenstein" by Mary Shelley, Victor Frankenstein does not faint. However, there have been various adaptations of the story in film and other media, and some of them may portray Victor Frankenstein fainting or swooning in certain scenes.

For example, in the 2015 film "Victor Frankenstein," the titular character (played by James McAvoy) does not faint, but he does have a few moments of emotional breakdown throughout the movie. In the 1931 film "Frankenstein," the character of Victor Frankenstein (played by Colin Clive) does not faint either, but there is a scene where he collapses and is carried to bed after becoming severely ill from overwork and lack of sleep.

So while Victor Frankenstein does not faint in the original novel, adaptations of the story may depict him fainting or swooning in certain scenes for dramatic effect.

onelinecross@yahoo.com Examples of men swooning Swooning or fainting men are not as commonly depicted in movies as fainting or swooning women, but here are a few examples:

"Gone with the Wind" (1939): In this classic epic film, the character Ashley Wilkes (Leslie Howard) swoons after being shot during a battle in the Civil War.

"Bram Stoker's Dracula" (1992): In this horror film, the character Jonathan Harker (Keanu Reeves) swoons after being bitten by Dracula (Gary Oldman) and realizing he has been turned into a vampire.

"Sense and Sensibility" (1995): In this period drama, Colonel Brandon (Alan Rickman) swoons after learning that his former love, Eliza, has died.

"The Patriot" (2000): In this historical war film, the character Benjamin Martin (Mel Gibson) swoons after being severely injured during a battle.

These are just a few examples of swooning or fainting men in movies. While it is not as common as the depiction of fainting or swooning women, it has been used as a plot device or to emphasize the character's vulnerability or weakness.

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Fic: Just A Lil' Squeeze

For @lovelyrhink. This was written to cheer her up...and then time and life got away from me! 😆 Regardless, a THOUSAND years later, this will still hopefully bring her some joy as well as anyone else who reads this!

Rating: Explicit (as in sexy times)

Good Mythical Evening: Take Two was a go!

After the sucess of the first Good Mythical Evening, Link and Rhett had pitched the idea of doing it again this year...albeit with less drinking on Link's part.

The crew had already come up with a couple of fun ideas. Shuffleboard game for when certain cocktails were invented, a look at unique sex toys, a how-fast-can-you-blow-up-this-blow-up-doll game - all things they were sure would create the kind of content older viewers who paid to see this event would enjoy.

Tonight, Rhett and Link were testing out a few - seeing what they liked and didn't. Normally the crew would be with them, but the friends really wanted to try them out solo first. Which is probably what led to the trouble in the first place...

Honestly, any time Link decided to give a 'fantastic pitch', Rhett knew it was time to start worrying. This time is no different as Link's eyes sparkle with mirth, "Unusual erogenous zones."

Rhett looks at him with his brows furrowed, "Wait...what?"

"Unusual erogenous zones, brother," Link smacks his arm. They're sitting at the Good Mythical Morning desk, shooting things back and forth and then this comes up, something Rhett can't even begin to understand.

Link decides to enlighten him, "Everybody knows about the nipples, the wiener - stuff like that. But there are a lot of other parts of the body that are reportedly able to get a person going."

"And how're we going to show that, exactly?"

Link's bottom lip sticks out and he just shrugs, "We'll just try 'em on out each other."

"...do you actually listen to the stuff you say, Neal?"

"Hmm?"

"You want us to touch one another's erogenous zones!"

Link rolls his eyes, "Not the serious ones."

Rhett just scoffs and Link just rolls his chair closer, "Look, give me your wrist."

"Which one?"

"Doesn't matter."

Rhett, not seeing the harm in this and also curious enough to give it at least a shot, proffers his right wrist. Link makes sure to hold it from the back, making Rhett's hand turn palm up, his lifeline clearly visible.

Link trails his fingers along it and Rhett bursts into giggles, unable to help himself, "That tickles, man!"

Link beams, "Yeah? And what else?"

"I don't know," Rhett wiggles in his seat, "It feels kinda...weird. LIke...tingly. Don't know if I like it or not."

Link stops moving his fingers and looks up at him, "See? That's one of them."

"One of what?"

Link huffs and draws away, "Here you are - giving me a hard time 'bout the stuff I say and you can't even listen! It's an erogenous zone, Rhett."

Rhett looks at his wrist and then to Link, "My wrist?"

"Anybody's inner wrists. Found this article where there are over thirty-one unusual erogenous zones."

"No shit?" Rhett responds and Link shoots him a look, but he just shrugs, "Going to be cursing a blue streak when we shoot the Evening. Might as well get used to it now."

"Hey, I'm more used to it than I used to be, but, mean..." Link trails off, looking put out and Rhett gets it.

For most of their lives they've avoided using 'potty language', and, even now with their more educated views, it's still a hard pill to swallow.

After all, there are plenty of other words in the English language that have less bite to them. But Rhett knows they'll both have to ramp up it sooner or later, so he doesn't see the harm in starting now.

Regardless, he looks at his wrist again, "Thirty-one, huh?"

Link looks pleased at his pal's interest, "Yeah. You wanna try one on me?"

Rhett gives a little nod and Link beams, turning around until his back faces Rhett, "Then how's about you touch the nape of my neck, McLaughlin?"

Shrugging, Rhett does as asked, trailing his fingers along Link's nape. Link shivers and lets out a little giggle, "Feels purdy darn good. Not puttin' the zinger in my dinger, though."

Rhett laughs loudly and stops, "Alright, what else we got?"

"Scalp." Link turns back, waggling his fingers but Rhett pushes them away, "Already knows that works for me. What else?"

"Oh, I got a goodun'," Link says as he swiftly falls into a crouch at Rhett's feet. Considering his current position, Rhett feels the need to point out that Link said 'unusual' erogenous zones.

He knows well and dandy that what's between his thighs is a great zone and he's about to shy away and voice that when Link's hands tuck neatly beneath Rhett's knees.

He rubs there, the denim of Rhett's jeans doing little to mask the touch and Rhett just goes for what he hopes comes across as a disinterested hum.

Because, okay, this is...good. Rhett can definitely see the appeal here. More so when Link's hands move up to...just run along his upper thighs, to give them just a little squeeze.

And that. Is. VERY. Good.

The warmth of Link's full hands...palms flush against the length of Rhett's thighs, rubbing up and down and up and down and then giving the occasional little squeeze and whoa, hey, did it just get hotter in here?

Rhett's pretty sure the studios' temperature has amped up a couple of degrees, because his face feels...flushed.

And Link, eyes on his task, speaks, "Yeah, so, the article said behind the knees and along the inner thighs, so - wonderin' if the tops are any good too."

The tops are good, Rhett's thoughts sigh (sigh - not moan, gosh darn it) And he's supposed to curse more - even if it's internally, but it's a hard habit to break and Link is still squeezing and that's what's really grabbing ahold of Rhett's unmentionables.

Those intermittent strokes and squeezes from Link's hands. So sure, so confident and it makes Rhett want to squirm, makes him want to ask for Link to dovetail his hands inwards and dance along his inner thighs, but he knows that's a big no, no.

Just as he's thinking about asking Link to move on to save himself any embarrassment, Link's hands move even more northward, finding his hip bones and squeezing there. Squeezing hard.

It takes all of Rhett's willpower not to jut his hips upward into the feeling, essentially pumping his lower half upwards as if they're-! Yeah, this needs to stop.

Rhett opens his mouth only for a choked sound to escape as Link's squeezing hands move down to the tops of his thighs again and then just...slide inward.

Link's hands grace his inner thighs now. Squeezing and rubbing and if Link isn't careful he's going to notice that Rhett's growing the beginnings of a pretty healthy hard-on.

Instead of voicing his inner warning thoughts aloud though, Rhett's open mouth lets out a couple of harsh, panting breaths.

His lanky body begins to bend inward, pleasure spiraling up and down his spine and his head lowers enough that Link can surge up a bit, enough to whisper into his right ear, "How's about you ease your drawers down?"

The question comes out bathed in the honeyed syrup of their natural southern drawl and Rhett finally admits to a moan, one he releases at that request.

He knows what Link's asking for, knows they're moving beyond the unusual erogenous zones and into the very usual ones and he knows he should probably object.

But then Link's face manages to skirt beneath the mass of long curls covering Rhett's face as Link licks at the bottom of his earlobe, sucks at it and Rhett just moans again, nodding weakly.

It doesn't take much for him to rise up and unzip his pants, to tug them low and well past his knees. He keeps his boxer briefs on, although they do little to disguise his interest.

Link doesn't seem to mind, instead going for the sensitive skin beneath the hollow of Rhett's knees again and hoo boy howdy, the difference. One would think the vast array of spry leg hair covering Rhett's body would turn Link off.

But if anything, it seems to reenergize his efforts, fingertips and palms working with more deftness than before. And when they shift up to the tops again, still squeezing and working upwards, Rhett's head tilts back, Adam's apple working.

He lets out a huff and, even through his glazed vision, he catches Link smirking. Saucy lil minx. Rhett would show him place, but, to be honest it's been a long time since he's just given himself over to his own pleasure, his own needs.

As such, he sweeps all of his tumbling hair back with one hand swipe, remarking dryly, "Anywhere else you wanna test?"

Link just hums and his hands swoop up quickly, thumbs pressing on either side of Rhett's bellybutton before pushing down, teasing along the elastic waistband of his underwear before moving back up again.

"Sonuvabitch," Rhett hisses and part of him wants to take Link and toss him over his knees, leaving that backside of his open to the good ol' spanking it clearly deserves. Man's a goddamn tease.

More so when, on the next rotation, one of his thumb's lights over the very sensitive tip of Rhett's dick. It's an unmistakable move, the play of the pad of his thumb circling the protruding head straining against the cotton of his boxer briefs.

Another curse and Rhett's done with playing games, jerking away from Link's touch just enough to rise up and finally remove his underwear as well, to push it down to join his pants around his ankles.

His erection is a thick beast. Now freed from its confines, it bobs a little, the pulse of his strong blood flow through it making it curve up towards his bellybutton, balls drawn tight beneath. They've seen one another naked before, but never like this and one would expect words or snarky remarks or something.

Anything.

But there's nothing past hushed panting and Link's hungry eyes and (while Rhett is one hundred percent positive Link's never done this before) the other man lowers his head and goes at Rhett's length with gusto.

Perhaps too much gusto as he gags at first, taking far too much in. Rhett offers soft sounds of comfort, but it seems as if Link doesn't need them, instead trying again.

He swipes his full tongue around the head of Rhett's cock, tip of his tongue flickering against the slit and its inelegant but probably the most fucking sexy thing Rhett's experienced in his life.

Double when Link draws Rhett's girth into the wide, hot cavern of his mouth once more, doing it a little more smoothly this time. He doesn't jab it down deep as ineffectually as he did the last time, instead working along it as if he's sucking on a popsicle in an obscene manner and Rhett's hands go to Link's hair.

They curl and they tighten and he does his god's-honest-best not to try and control Link's movements, tries not make him go faster or take more, but it's difficult with the sounds Link is making around him. Link just sounds so...slutty.

There's no other word for it. He sounds desperate and he's mewling, and his hands are going for the parts of Rhett he can't fit in and he's working with such enthusiasm that Rhett can't help but groan his name, his hands flexing and unflexing in the salt and pepper mass of Link's hair as he feels his entire body grow taunt, like a bowstring pulled back too far.

His nervous system thrums with need, his belly filled with an anxious excitement and when Link looks up at him, blue eyes wide and with such adoration, Rhett can't help himself. He loses it entirely, cumming with a loud shocked cry.

Normally Rhett is better about warning someone before he-! But it can't be helped. Link's rattled him down to his bones and he erupts. Link, clearly not expecting it, gags again and Rhett's pretty sure he makes a face of disgust as he gets a mouthful of Rhett's spunk, but he's much too lost in the euphoria of his orgasm to care.

He draws air into his lungs raggedly, does his best to come down and he can lightly hear Link complaining through the fuzz of his afterglow. Things like 'tastes gross' and 'like baking soda' and Rhett just breathes in deeply through his nose, awash in pleasure.

He can hear Link scrambling around, no doubt getting some water and by the time he's back in full view Rhett just looks up at him lazily, "Wuz this some kinda plan to seduce me?"

Link is gulping the water and finishes it with a little smack of his lips before he asks, "It work?"

Rhett gestures down to his slowly softening member, "I dunno, you tell me."

"Might'a been," Link returns cheekily and Rhett just huffs out a laugh, before saying softly, "Don't think this is a segment we'll do."

"Which one?" Link asks and he's so cute when he's befuddled, but considering what literally just happened, Rhett can't understand it, "The unusual erogenous zones, man. Don't think you want to blow me in front of a live audience on the internet!"

"Oh, well, we're still doing the segment," Link sips some more water, eyebrows waggling, "Just not here."

"Oh yeah?" Rhett asks and Link just beams, "Toldja, there are thirty-one zones. Got plenty more to go."

Rhett just blinks at him and, without a doubt, he knows he's excited to try every single one of them.

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Trucker! Rhett & Truck!Stop!Link for your enjoyment

"Work here long?" Rhett asks as he tugs at the bill of his old beat up baseball hat. Or trucker's hat. Depends on your point of view.

The blue eyed waiter serving him up some of the best mashed potatoes and gravy on this side of the east coast beams, "Been a couple months now. Why you askin'?"

"Think I'd remember a pair of baby blues like yours," Rhett drawls flirtatiously and it's a gamble, but it pays off, his waiter turning a delightful shade of pink as he refills his coffee mug, "Oh yeah?"

Rhett just hums and the guy chuckles, "You don't even know my name, stranger."

"Yeah, kinda rude you didn't give it," he teases and he gets an eye roll and smirk, "Pretty sure I did."

Rhett nods to himself and holds out a hand, "I'm Rhett."

The guy takes it and gives it a good pump, "Link "

Rhett's eyebrows knit together, "Link what?"

"Neal."

"...how do you link a kneel?"

That draws a laugh out of him, the laughter even more attractive than the eyes, "No, man. My name! It's Link Neal."

"Ahhh, I gotcha," Rhett looks him up and down appreciatively, drawing another blush out of him. Link scratches behind one ear, then eases closer, "Look...I don't normally do this but, ah, I'm getting off work in about fifteen. Maybe I could join you?"

"Heck yes, brother. You bring your sweet little ass back here and we can split these," Rhett holds up the plate and Link just shakes his head, "Don't know about all that. In a picky eater...but I'll join you all the same."

"Sounds great. We can link our kneels."

Link laughs again and Rhett wishes it was already fifteen minutes in the future.

(Gonna send you more later - writing this sporadically from work on my cell!)

OH YES. I LOVE. 👀👀👀👀👀

I’m excited to be blessed with more 😭

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As someone who is easily scared and can’t take horror, I’m not sure whether to watch or not. How is it scary? Like, jump scares or gore or more mind-games like horror? I’m 1000% happy to have detailed spoilers when it comes to scary movies. Thanks so much! ❤️anonymous

There were couple of jump scares (one that really got me and made me scream but like I said, I'm very easily scared). The vibe is kinda eerie and supernatural. No gore. I enjoyed the story very much. Full description below the line (I'm sorry if I misremember something, I only watched it once).

Rhett and Link start what's supposed to be an all-nighter to write a song. They "randomly" choose a record from Link's collection to choose a musical style. The record they get is Yearning by Hazel Macon. The cover has a dark-haired woman dressed in a white long dress with crows in a misty forest. When they play the record they hear whispering in the background. A thump on the backdoor scares them. It's a crow that flew in the window and died. Rhett throws it in the bush. They listen to the record backward to decipher the whispers. It's basically stuff like "let me free". They turn down the music and the singing is coming from the middle room and they notice the woman has disappeared from the record cover. They go investigating and the woman is in the room, standing with her back towards them. They run to the kitchen to look for protection. No knives, so Rhett wields a fork. While they cower in the kitchen the woman appears behind Link and grabs his face while Rhett escapes. Link gets away and is shaken but says he's okay. Rhett shows the audience that every time he goes to a door a crow thumps against it and Link is acting strange. Then Link starts humming the song too and Rhett sees him standing next to the woman, dressed in ye olde clothing, back towards Rhett. The woman leads Link into the middle room. Rhett follows but they've disappeared. Rhett notices that now the record cover has both the woman and Link on it. Rhett decides to play the record backward again to open a portal to save Link. He goes to the middle room again but when he opens the door it's not the room, it's the forest from the record. He walks with a flashlight and the fork searching for Link and finds him but the woman gets him before he can get to Link. Rhett wakes up in the same clothing as Link and Link is speaking weirdly (old time). Rhett manages to lead him back to the door and bonks the woman in the head with a branch as they escape back to the creative house. When Link comes back, he's dressed normally and doesn't remember anything. He still thinks Rhett is pranking him as Rhett tries to destroy the record (the cover again has only the woman on it). In the last video Rhett is in the bathroom and Link decides to play the record backward again to "figure out Rhett's prank". Rhett hears the music and yells for him to stop but it's too late. Link disappears and then a woman's hand appears on the shot and plays the record forward. Now Rhett and Link are singing and they are both on the cover having set the woman free and taken her place.

[sebsxphia]

I saw this and nearly dropped my phone trying to send it to you asap.

Imagine Rhett discovering his girl wearing this. Would he pass out or go completely feral? 😅

https://dreamgirlguide.tumblr.com/post/694055841368834048/this-thong-omg

njkdhakjfA I LOVE THAT YOU THOUGHT OF ME OMLLLL ILYSM 🥹🥹 <33

and i love this so much too oh my god!!!

you brought it kinda as a joke and as a surprise for rhett. when he lifts up your thin sundress expecting to see you wearing your normal little lace panties, he stops suddenly. you have to bite down on your bottom lip to stop yourself from bursting out laughing at his reaction. you can see the cogs turning in his brain and he just looks at you and blinks. “what have we here, bunny? is that so? you wan’ show me then, darlin’?”

he’s going completely feral. not taking off the thong but just pushing it to the side as you ride him. he’s also snapping a picture of himself seated deep inside of you with the thong pushed to the side and the words clear as day.

thank you so so so much for sending me this my dear!! omg!!!! 💌

ps where can i buy this 😵‍💫😵‍💫😵‍💫

[asherlockstudy]

Uncomfortable close-up to their Valentine Newlywed answers

Since Rhett was a tad reluctant to compliment Link sincerely I decided to use my psychoanalytical skills (anyway whatever) and seek the underlying honest answers they wanted to give. This could be a bit much at times and perhaps you shouldn't read if you are not a Rhink shipper, that's why I used a cut.

"What he loves about me" Link's expression is a little confusing - maybe an attempt at doubt or self-deprecation but it looks to me more like the embarrassment of the blushing bride.

"I love your..."

Who wants to bet that the first thing that came to Rhett's mind was ass but then he changed it to the first word that came to his mind after ass? A-ccent. Like, there's just no case accent was the first thing he thought because Link's accent isn't even that strong at this point. When Link got surprised at that, Rhett simply replied that he was trying to find something funny. But even so, like I said earlier, Rhett does love Link's accent. I am sure he is fond of it, he finds it adorable. And let's not forget he said "there was so much he could choose from"!

Link looks disappointed that it's not his guess, his eyes. An interesting thing here is that although he used a personality trait for Rhett, he expected / hoped for this physical trait for himself. But don't feel sorry - Rhett has talked about his baby blues and has even gone to the ridiculous extents of planning to make a blog exclusively for Link's eyes. So don't worry; it is known that Rhett at least acknowledges the beauty of Link's eyes. At least. And Link was expecting this from a place of knowledge and not as an attempt to be silly-sappy.

Things Rhett thinks Link loves about him:

voice (Link will later say he loves his laugh and this is close, he's also enchanted every time Rhett sings so...)

height (Link once said he is attracted to "people of extreme heights")

hair (we know that)

beard (lie detector test)

giving spirit (lol totally)

creativity (they've talked about this many times)

eyebrows (if Link has said he likes Rhett's eyelashes then liking his eyebrows is certain)

Rhett was guessing from a place of knowledge too.

Rhett then said he loves stories of Link's grandma doing weird things with him and I don't like being the weirdo to spell out the weird thing but Rhett's interest in that is vaguely associated to his weird mind being always in the gutter. I don't mean it turns him on of course but he loves hearing weird stuff that border on creepy. You know it's true. Sometimes he's like that. Link took revenge for the accent joke with the psoriasis.

Wow we saw some Rhett teeth. Link answered sincerely with a super cute "I love your laugh" but Rhett just said "I love the sound your mouth makes when you don't chew". Oh well. Link regretted being sincere and Rhett, after some good laughter, defended himself by saying "he (Link) walked himself into it". This makes exactly zero sense and I am wondering whether he meant Link walked himself into it by choosing the vulnerable / sincere way. Or if he just didn't know what he was talking about.

Rhett then asks for the next answer to be complimentary. He then repeats he has strong feelings about Link's accent. Again, I believe this! In a positive light. IDK, I do believe this. Link said he has strong positive feelings for Rhett's car which I found weird like Rhett because I thought it was established Link has the better car of the two. Who knows, maybe he lied about the positive thing. Unless he connects it in his mind with memories / experiences.

Link's guess a little later:

Link: If I wanted to, I could easily... start over.

Rhett: Start over?! Like, whole life?

L: ...Yeah, just like, get a re-do.

R: Huh.

L: And I would be like "Really? How?"

R: Mmkay. I said "If you wanted to, you could easily kill me".

Okay, this gets a little deeper. I think what initially Link meant was a joke about starting over regarding his relationship with Rhett. Rhett didn't get that and asked him if he meant his whole life. Link considered that "mmyeah..." and realised it wasn't that far off from what he meant, all jokes aside. Link does wish he could start over and redo many things in his life. This surely has A LOT to do with their religious upbringing. And maybe how it affected Link's choices. Stevie's laughter is so out of place sometimes. Rhett does not laugh and tries to rush this moment. Rhett's answer about Link killing him is not exactly weird or offensive or mean as I saw some people consider it. It shows, maybe subconsiously, several things; Link's intensity, Rhett's pliable nature especially to Link and it might be more indicative of how Rhett feels about Link than anything else, at least in this video.

And then, out of nowhere, or maybe so it seems to us, Rhett goes ballistic against everyone. He starts complaining about those complaining when they didn't give each other heartfelt compliments. Link joked he agrees with them. Rhett attempted to let this slip although it angered him. The crew laughed with Link's joke, meaning they kinda sided with him, and Rhett turned basically mad at Link.

He accused Link that he did the same that day and Link entirely deflected the conversation. All I'm gonna say is that don't think they don't communicate with each other about how they approach certain situations. I wonder if at times they misunderstand each other or one changes opinion suddenly and leaves the other hanging. Link tries to stop Rhett from going on but Rhett is unstoppable at this point.

You might say Rhett was straight out mean right there and I sure was like "whoa where did this all come from, man" but mean is not a reasonable explanation. He was angry and his words show he is in a pressured state. Unless you tend to have mood swings, which Rhett doesn't really have as far as I know, you don't go from all cutesy and mischievous to furious in milliseconds. Except if there is an underlying suppressed cause. And you may ask, okay does he feel pressured to say a compliment to Link? Is this such a big deal? Well, yes and no. I don't think Rhett meant "we're not gonna hold hands" or "compliment each other" when we ask it. I think we know what he means. I think he's talking about the - well, in his words - elephant in the room. The actually serious consideration that there is something more there. The expectation that it might get revealed at any point - whether intentionally or unintentionally. Rhett loses control at that moment, which is why Link, who knows him well, warns him to not go there but Rhett still does. And again, you might say: well, no fan asked them to kiss or to confirm anything! We asked them simple stuff that can be normal between platonic friends too. Yes, but there is something we don't take often into account. The mythical crew. The mythical crew are actually the ones who monitor closely what the fans believe, want and prefer to watch. This means that the crew has to inform and discuss with Rhett and Link how much they are gonna please the audience and in what ways. Which means that a crew of 50+ people have an elaborate opinion on what fans think of Rhett and Link's relationship (next to their own opinion of course) and this has to be communicated with them face to face. In short, Rhett and Link have their privacy invaded not only by the fans but by their employees and, moreover, they are forced to always have fun with it and take it lightly. Again, you could think: well, they could forbid any rhink reference to the crew from now on. And you would think this WOULDN'T make the crew MORE suspicious at this point? All I am saying, they are fine when they make rhink insinuations / jokes voluntarily but most of the time is forced upon them by both the fans and employees and this can be uncomfortable at best if they are just friends or tyrannical if there is something more there that they still keep for themselves. So, Rhett's frustration comes from a deeper place than being expected to give a compliment. If I were in their place as I imagine it (I could always be entirely wrong) I would feel like a muppet trying to balance all my reactions towards thousands of people, with several dozens of them being paid by me to scrutinize me and order me how exactly to act!

There is a cut following Rhett's vent and you can see that Rhett is trying to calm himself down.

He speaks to himself, mumbling "yeah alright yeah ok ok" and by the expressions I can tell he acknowledges he lost control. That doesn't mean he regretted what he said - just that he said more than it benefits him to say and apparently he said a lot more in the unedited video. Kudos then to Link, who actively tries to calm his friend down and make him feel more comfortable.

This might be unpleasant to some but from his stance I conclude that Link agrees with Rhett or at least understands him. He was just wise enough to not say it out loud. Link first warned Rhett to not speak and then stayed quiet as Rhett was venting. After the cut, we see him trying to help Rhett calm down and relax and he characteristically invites Rhett to focus his attention on him and find something he really loves about him. This is not a complaint - Link is smiling and is warm to Rhett. What he essentially does is trying to help Rhett forget he is being watched by thousands and his every word is weighted, which of course is Rhett's main problem. He just says "forget about them and focus on me and just say something you love, it's all good". I just love Link here. He's supportive and caring.

The next question is what Link loves when Rhett blanks his blank and Rhett is trying to picture it-

I have no doubt Link loves that. The ear thumbing, I mean.

So, then I am adding the stills that redeemed Rhett in the fandom:

But not to be that person, it's obvious that Rhett plays it up a ridiculous lot. And not even to appease the angry fans but probably to make fun of their anger. That's why Link laughs with his face and his answer "I love remembering the time we met".

This doesn't interest me at all. Instead, I am much more interested in Link's nonsensical answer "I love remembering the time we died" because what?!?!?!?!?!?!?! Link tends to say occasionally stuff that doesn't make sense but I don't think he would pass on the chance to say something even remotely meaningful in an opportunity like this and especially regarding his relationship with Rhett. Link clarifies: "...when we died. This is heaven". There are two possibilities and only two: a) this makes ZERO sense and it's the worst and most pointless joke ever and b) this is symbolic or something only Rhett could understand. Rhett does not dismiss this as stupid or silly with his usual done look. He asks questions about it and they discuss at length about how it happened that they died and why they went to heaven since it seems they killed each other. Well, it's because they killed each other in the exact same time with a prod-like tool and they escaped Good Ol' God's (in Link's words) notice. Okay. I'm just leaving this here and you can all draw your own conclusions. Personally, I am torn between a symbolical death and rebirth when they left their religious selves behind and death being used as a well known old metaphor of a certain physical state. It would work even more if it was both. Or Link was just talking nonsense. Let's not exclude that. So yeah. That's all I had to say................

[reinathane]

SELF PARA / EXILE WHERE: A Rogue warehouse outside of town WHEN: Friday, August 13th TRIGGERS: Explosion, fire, arson, violence (duh), attempted murder, burning of flesh kinda??, u know the works

There’s nothing abnormal about Reina’s day when it starts. She gets up, gets Iris ready to go to Rowan’s for the day to be with the horses, and screams at Rhett and AJ to get ready for football practice — not that Rhett will actually do much there, and she doubts he’ll last until the season officially starts but at least it gets them both out of the fucking house until school begins. They won’t be home tonight, and while most mothers would be worried about what her preteen boys have planned on a Friday night with their friends, Reina’s just relieved they’ll be out of her fucking hair and she’ll be able to relax.

That doesn’t happen.

Calliope is an absolute mess, which is to be expected on a Friday but she can’t help but think that it’s more-so tonight than usual. Maybe it’s the fact that it’s Friday the 13th and Reina’s got an astronomical amount of bad karma racked up, and maybe that karma’s finally come to bite her in the ass. Or maybe, her next level exhaustion from the past few months is creeping up on her at an alarming rate.

Either way, she doesn’t want to be there.

And then just before closing, she gets a text.

Otto Steel at 12:37AM: Call me.

Dread immediately washes over her as she reads it, and then reads it again as if that’ll help her decipher the meaning behind it. What could he possibly want? What did she do now that has him pissed off for no reason? Why is this man always so fucking ominous?

As much as she’d like to, Reina doesn’t waste any time before calling him. Better to get it over with now than linger in her anxiety; not that she won’t feel anxious after the call anyway. It’s normal enough, though — pleasant, even, when he asks her if she remembers when he told her about a job some of the club members are supposed to get done tonight. Of course she does, Reina laps up every ounce of club information she chooses to feed her like she’s a fucking dog, starving for any kind of insider knowledge she can get. It feels like lately Otto’s kept her more on the outside now than he had when they first got together and for someone like Reina, who thrives on knowing everything that’s going on, it’s been fucking painful. But she plays it cool, responding with a simple ‘yes’ before he tells her he wants her to meet him there in a bit, and reminds her where it is. She knows the exact location of the warehouse, having looked it up previously just to feel like she’s in on the fucking plan even a little bit — so obviously, she’s on her way as soon as they hang up the phone.

Reina can barely wait for her car to shut off once she finally pulls into the warehouse, jumping out of the front seat and smoothing down her dress with a smile when she sees Otto standing outside. Finally, he’s involving her in something worth being involved in — finally she’s a partner in whatever his plans are instead of just the woman he has to go home to. This is what she’s been waiting for, the entire fucking reason she agreed to marry him in the first place. Whether it’s money or drugs or guns inside, she doesn’t know, but Reina’s thrilled to finally be able to make a decision about it with him in the midst of the action, just like before.

Except, inside is none of the above.

The warehouse is empty, clearly having already been raided, the few bloodstains splattered throughout it show signs of a fight. But that’s not where Reina’s gaze lands first. Caine is on the floor, bruised and bloodied and barely coherent, and suddenly it becomes very clear to Reina that she isn’t here on business. A yelp escapes her when she goes to turn around and Otto stops her, gripping harshly at the hair on the nape of her neck to keep her in place. ‘Do you want me to let him leave, Reina?’ Otto’s voice is loud, demanding in a way she hasn’t heard from him yet but she can barely pay attention him, the pain from his grip on her hair and the faint beeping sound coming from the other side of the room, a sound she’s smart enough to deduce the source of, taking her focus. So he asks again — louder, harsher and the first thing she can think to say is ‘yes’.

Wrong answer.

Otto leaves them and the door slams shut and the ticking only gets louder — and faster. Everything’s a blur after that, the door’s locked from the outside and all she can do is try to get Caine up so they can find a way out, but it seems impossible. The low beep that had once been going at a steady pace sounds at an alarming rate now, a warning, and there’s no time left to think logically and find a way out — all they can fucking do is duck and cover in the corner, under an alcove built into the wall that’s barely wide enough to fit the both of them and by the time they shove themselves in — the whole warehouse is in flames.

By some grace of God, the alcove protects them from the force of the bomb and they stay put where they are instead of flying into millions of little pieces. Reina’s back is exposed to the outside though, and for just the briefest moment she feels a blanket of heat roll over her spine before the searing pain causes her to see white. It’s shock, she almost has time to think — that’s why she’s not feeling anything at all — but before she can make any logical deductions about what’s really happening to her and what they’re going to do to get out, her vision blurs and darkness consumes her, leaving her for dead, unconscious in a pile of smoldering wreckage.

[thinklink]

Moon Drunk (Some More Scraps)

The end is nigh for Moon Drunk! My wonderful beta has already gone over it and I'm editing it through as I post this. Kind of excited, kinda of sad. Anywho, this is another scene that never made it but deserves some recognition. Set in Chapter 6.

“Admittedly, I should’ve told my family about the werewolf thing but that’s like big. Like reality-altering so I wasn’t sure how to broach it. This? This is more realistic, expected almost.”

“You mean, even our wives expected us?” Link chuckles but when he looks to Rhett for a matching expression he finds the taller man making a face. “Rhett?”

“You gave Lando my middle name. You don’t think it’s weird?”

“No man, it’s just a middle name. James is pretty common...”

“The night he was born you called us. It was like three am and you were clearly delirious. Happy but delirious. You...you said.” Rhett shifts his eyes as he remembers the tinny voice through his nokia. “I named him after you Bo”.

“I said it like that?” Link says in awe.

“Yeah. Ya did. After we hung up Jessie asked me point blank if we were sleepin’ together. She said she could let a lot slide but the way you sounded was lovestruck.”

“Is that the word she used or are you paraphrasing?”

“Lovestruck puppy.” Rhett uses the higher pitch voice when imitating his wife. “I see the way ya’ll look at each other an’ the way ya’ll stand too close even when there’s plenty of space! Now I may not be against that lifestyle but it sure ain’t gonna be my husband two timing me with...”

“And you never told me any of this?!”

“Man, why would I?” Rhett’s voice back to normal. “Point is, for Jessie, it won’t be much of a surprise. And maybe, maybe it won’t be for Christy either an’ just maybe we can work something out.”

“Or destroy our families.”

[cellard0ors]

Fic: Movement (2/?)

Still dedicated to the wonderful @peachworthy. you read part one than you know - GMM Rhink AU - College Student Link/Pornstar Rhett AU

“Got it right again, man! You’re going to ace this test!” Rhett crows as he tosses down another notecard and Link pumps his arms in triumph. The two of them are settled in the kitchen, piles of books and notecards spread around as well as few bottles of beers and some bowls of chips.

Link picks up one chip and pops it into his mouth, grinning at his roommate fondly, “Well, couldn’t’ve done it without you, pal. You are, without a doubt, the best study buddy I’ve ever had.”

“Aw shucks, gonna make me blush,” Rhett laughs even though it’s Link who feels his cheeks actually grow warm, his friend’s laughter a common cause of the occurrence.

They’ve been living together for over a month now and it’s been beyond amazing. Link would’ve never guessed a guy like Rhett and a guy like him would work so well together.

It’s like they’re the world’s weirdest, most convoluted puzzle yet all the pieces click together to form a full picture that is nothing short of a masterpiece. True, there’s a lot about Rhett Link doesn’t know yet (and gosh is there a lot he wants to know) but their friendship is running smoothly.

Well, smoothly save for the massive crush Link has on the guy, albeit he’s doing his damned best to squash it. Yes, Rhett’s attractive and yes, he’s the first guy Link’s ever met that he’s felt a real zing for, but the fact of the matter is – Link would much rather have him as a friend and roommate than lose him as a…well, Link’s not sure if he’d lose him, but the mere possibility keeps Link’s lips sealed.

Besides, it’s okay to crush on someone and never act on it. People do it all the time. Not to mention that it’s a bit…odd to crush on someone in Rhett’s line of work. Isn’t it?

Link can’t think of too many people who will admit to crushing on an adult film star. Regular, mainstream film stars, sure – but adult film stars?

Yeah…

Although, to be frank, Link’s sure there are some that do. And, hopefully, some of them are not the creepy internet troll-y kind of people, but genuine salt of the earth folks like himself. Because, okay, he is crushing on one so…

Rhett is toying with the cards, maybe looking for the next question to quiz Link on when he asks idly, “Y’know, Link – I gotta say, I admire your stamina.”

That remarks makes Link choke on the drink he’s just been consuming, a cough clearing it up some as he croaks, “I’m-I’m sorry?”

Rhett hums noncommittally, as if not noticing the gaffe, “You’ve had yet to grill me about my job. Normally, once folks hear about it, that’s all they want to talk about.”

“Oh,” Link breathes out loosely, “Well, ah-? It-? It just…seemed rude to-to ask…”

“Been over a month living with me now. You telling me you ain’t interested?”

“I didn’t say that!” Link quips back much quicker than he would like, but Rhett just gives him the most perfect smile. All sincere and warm beneath his beard and remember, Link, you’re doing you’re best not to crush on him!

Rhett is still toying with the cards, eyelashes downcast, the very visual definition of shy as he murmurs, “Just sayin’…I don’t mind if you wanna ask some stuff.”

Link’s eyebrows rise in such a way as to damn near bump his glasses off, “Y-You sure?”

Rhett draws in a deep inhale and then sits the cards down. He crosses his arms and leans back in his seat, looking quite serious even despite the casual red flannel and jeans, as if this was more of an interview (or perhaps an interrogation?) than anything else, “Shoot.”

The a million and one questions that Link has kept at bay about Rhett’s job and more personal life threaten to cave his skull in as they crash about in his mind. However, he has to go with the obvious, “Know this’ll be predictable, but…why?”

Rhett just bobs his head in an understanding nod even as Link pushes on, “Why and how?”

Rhett sucks on his teeth before picking up his own beer and taking a fortifying sip before continuing, “The two are kinda interconnected to be honest. Had a fallin’ out with my family. Think I mentioned it in passin’ to you once. But, to clarify; they weren’t too happy with my chosen living destination nor with the fact that I’d come to terms with the notion that I’m attracted to both the ladies and the gents.”

Link’s mind immediately (and joyously) clings to ‘the gents’ remark, bookmarking it for future reference, even as Rhett continues his tale, “You grew up where we did. So you get it.”

Link does. And then, to nail the point home, Rhett adds, “Probably get it a lot more than others. If my…instincts are to be believed.”

Shit.

SHIT.

Link’s whole body immediately bursts into flame, the tips of his ears so hot he’s sure they’re glowing bright red.

Rhett knows I’m gay. He knows. I thought having a radar for that kind of thing was bullhonkey, but he knows and oh, lord, oh lord – do I give off some sorta vibe? I know that girl in my screenwriting class, Stevie, she teased me about being an A-Level twink or something, but I didn’t think-!

Rhett’s laughter carves right through Link’s insecurities, “Take a breath, brother! Look like you’re about to pop!”

Link does and Rhett just shakes his head, still grinning, “Point being – I was pretty much a babe in the woods when I came to LA. Not two nickels to my name, so I took whatever gigs I could get. Managed to snag a few commercials and things of that nature, but you know the drill. Jobs are hard to come by. And a guy of my height?”

He blows out a big breath and tosses all of those luxurious curls about with a rueful head shake, “Yeah, most people fingered me for a baller, so – again – jobs were hard to come by. But then, wouldn’t you know it? A friend of a friend of a contact told me about this part they thought I’d be perfect for.”

Another deep barrel chested chuckle emerges as he reminiscences, “Mighta been nice of ‘em to let me know it was actually a part of me they thought would be perfect.”

Do not zero in on his crotch! Do NOT zero in on his crotch! Charles Lincoln Neal the Third DO NOT-!

Link keeps his eyes so steadfastly forward he probably looks like some bug eyed zombie. If Rhett notices, he doesn't comment, “Anyway, when I found out what the role was, I had planned to politely decline but, y’know, the money they offered…”

There’s an easy shrug and this Link can look at. He looks at Rhett, who looks a bit sheepish as he scratches at one side of his beard, “I mean, again, you grew up where I did. So, you know how the whole ‘wait until marriage’ thing was drilled into your head, but I figured it wasn’t like anybody would know. My family’d cut me off, my friends were few and far in between, and the people on set…”

Now he looks a bit happier and Link can’t help but smile along with him, “The people on set were all right. I don’t know if you’ve ever heard the kind of stories people tend to spin – the exploitation, the drug abuse, other questionable stuff…place I was at wasn’t like that. I mean, maybe I just lucked out or something, but it was…”

Another shrug and he goes for his beer again. Link figures this is as good a time as any to get in another question, “So, you did that and then you…? Just kept going?”

Rhett nods as he drinks, the bottle leaving his mouth with an obscene pop that Link is going to do his best to forget all about right now and certainly not recall at any point in the future (and most certainly NOT when he’s jacking off later), “Yeah, I did the one and the director really liked me. He pull me aside and told me about this company he was trying to set up with a couple of buddies of his. They wanted to go in a classier direction – know how funny that sounds, but he was serious.”

“So, what? No, like, blockbuster porno knock offs? Like ‘Sex in The City and ON the City’ or ‘Arma-get-it-on’?”

“Think you stole that last one from an episode of CSI.”

“I did, doesn’t change the question.”

They’re both smiling like a couple of fools, but the mood is good and the atmosphere light as Rhett sighs, “Yeah, nothing like that. I’ve actually worked with a few female directors, shot some things with great budgets, nice lighting, good costumes…”

“Oooo, costumes,” Link teases in the silliest voice and Rhett swats out at him. Link avoids the hit even as Rhett rolls his eyes, “I’m serious, dude. Some of the things that department pumps out looks better than anything you’d see in Hollywood.”

“Hmm, some kinda wood,” Link snickers and this time Rhett’s swat makes impact, brushing Link’s shoulder and Link would be embarrassed by the giggle he lets out, if it weren’t for the way Rhett’s nose is all scrunched up, making him look beyond adorable, “You’re sucha brat!”

Link sticks out his tongue and Rhett just laughs. They turn their attention to the drinks and chips for awhile before Link circles around to another question, “You like it then?”

“It’s a living,” Rhett confirms, not really answering one way or another, “Like I said – make great money, work with some really nice people.”

“Uh,” Link scratches behind one ear, “Hate to ask, but, um…clean people?”

Rhett doesn’t seem offended, “You bet. Have to be. Another reason I’ve done this as long as I have. Money's great, but the safety is even better. I’m currently under contract with that same company I told you about – the one that director brought me under. On top of wanting to,” he air quotes his next words, “be classier’-”

He drops the quotes, “They wanted to provide an excellent work environment. Heck, me and the other actors and actresses probably have a cleaner bill of health than the entire state. Can’t shoot scene one until you’ve got the A-Okay.”

“Huh,” Link absorbs that with some surprise, but then, he supposes it really shouldn’t be. The adult film industry is a big lumbering beast right alongside it’s more recognized counterpart. No reason one shouldn’t be as cautious as the other. If anything, one has more right to be cautious.

Thinking on this, Link suddenly feels an odd pang. It’s a shame in one way that’s one viewed as more reckless than the other, more questionable. But, when viewed through a mostly puritan lens…

Not wanting to get too philosophical, Link switches gears, “You been in a lot of films?”

“My fair share.”

Another dodge, but Link will let him have it. However, he can practically feel devil horns rise as he asks with a naughty gleam to his eye, “Win any awards?”

Rhett’s practically preening, “Several.”

“Really?” Link asks with some surprise, but Rhett suddenly looks quite naughty himself. Naughty and…a bit too hot for Link’s liking as the heat that always seems to surround him when he’s near Rhett rises and woo boy, he’s really failing at this squashing-the-crush thing.

“If you’re a good boy, maybe I’ll show you one of my trophies some time…”

Everything in Link melts into a puddle and he’s not sure what expression he’s wearing, but it’s one that makes Rhett’s whole face light up, “…or maybe, just maybe, I’ll show you a little somethin’ else…”

If it’s possible for a melted puddle to also explode, then Link’s just done it. Rhett bursts into guffaws as he reaches forward and, very smoothly, pushes Link’s jaw up because Link’s jaw? It dropped. He didn’t even feel it drop.

And then, to just add more fuel to the fire, Rhett rubs the pad of his thumb along the bottom of Link’s chin, right below his lip, “Damn, son…you’re just too much for words.”

“I…”

That’s it.

That’s all that Link can offer.

Just one sound, one vowel.

Silent and stunned and Rhett draws back, looking like the cat that ate the canary as he lets him go and rises up from his seat, “Think you need a moment. I’ll be back in a bit.”

And – just like that – Rhett saunters out of the room.

[surveys-at-your-service]

Survey #383

“the big bully try to stick his finger in my chest  /  try to tell me, tell me he’s the best  /  i don’t really give a good goddamn ‘cuz i got my lunchbox & i’m armed real well”

Ever had a friend online for a long time without seeing a photo of them? Well yeah. Most of my friends are online, and while I've seen pictures of most at least once or twice, some I still haven't. The last time you threw up, what caused it? It was a side effect of a mood stabilizer I started. Any foods from other countries you would like to try but haven’t yet? I'm sure there's something, idk. Do you think the world would be more peaceful without any religion? Yes. Have you ever had a stalker? No. Does it hurt your feelings when people talk shit about things you love? It makes me self-conscious way more than anything. I start to obsess over whether or not the person things poorly or weirdly of me for liking what I like. I just feel judged for liking it, but that's my problem. Do you like it when people give you nicknames? I do, actually. It feels kinda affectionate to me. Do you often find yourself checking out people’s butts? Haha I'm not gonna say it's never happened, but it's not something I make a habit out of for sure. What fandoms are you in? MEERKAT MANOR IS BACK BAYBEEEE, Markiplier, Silent Hill, Shadow of the Colossus, World of Warcraft, Spyro, Wings of Fire, and lots more, honestly. I'm into a lot of stuff, and I don't love in moderation, haha. Are there any fandoms you used to be in, but left? Yeah, like Supernatural, Good Mythical Morning, or Warriors, but it wasn't out of "I don't like it anymore" or anything, I just drifted away. Anything the fans in your fandoms do that pisses you off? World of Warcraft if particular has one of the most toxic fucking fanbases. There are so many goddamn elitists and people who whine about "boohoo WoW is dying" and "omg this game has been trash since Wrath" and yada yada yada and it's annoying as hell. They always find some shit to complain about. Then Silent Hill... ugh. I think people just hop onto the "the series sux after 1-4" bandwagon to fit in with a certain crowd, but that's not the main thing that annoys me; rather, it's the fact the former main admin of the SH wiki made a fucking joke out of us there. He was clearly having personal issues and made a HUGE and utterly ridiculous deal of Silent Hill 4 having heavy symbolism to the main character being obsessed with the bullshit idea of him being circumcised, and it led to a maaaassive thread of us members trying to talk some damn sense into him as he abused his power. He was finally banned by the Wikia staff, but not in time for some gaming websites to publish "news" stories about it because it was just that ludicrous. Now, YEARS later, we still get trolls coming onto the site to try and revive the drama by inserting absolute rubbish into pages or making new ones. Nowadays I'm the main administrator there, and it's fucking embarrassing sometimes. I'm supposed to keep the wiki under control and respected, you know? Ugh, I'll stop. I could rant for a very long time about this. Do you prefer ruffly or regular potato chips? Ruffly. Do you write down your own recipes, or just commit them to memory? I don’t cook. What color do you want to dye your hair? My top three are pastel pink, lilac, and a light creamsicle orange. I REALLY want to dye it SOMETHING. :( How do you like your chicken? Of course breaded (like nuggets, tenders) is my favorite, but I also enjoy is broiled and seasoned well. There's other ways, but because I don't cook, I, uh... don't know how a lot are made lmao. Do you enjoy cheese fries? UUUUUUUGGGGGGHHHHH YES. Do you eat refried beans? I absolutely hate beans, so no. What is a food you enjoy, but don’t have very often? A whole lot because a lot of it is from restaurants and we don't eat out all that much. As well, my diet is very narrow just because of how picky I am. Marilyn Monroe or Audrey Hepburn? Why? I mean, what are we comparing them for? I think Audrey is fucking gorgeous, though. Marilyn is also beautiful. Favorite fictional world? Uh, I dunno. Do you use lint rollers often? No. Do you carry pepper spray? No, but I want to. Has your power ever gone out for more than a day? I think so. Other than a dislike button, what’s something you wish Facebook had? Hm, I dunno. What time do your parents normally get home from work? Mom can't work right now, but I think Dad gets off around 5PM. Are you afraid to ask people out on dates? Yep. Do you think it’s better to look for love or let it find you? Both can work, but I definitely prefer to let it find me. I feel that *in general* that usually has better results. Have you ever found yourself worrying about commitment? No. I'm a very committed person romantically. Would you get involved with someone if they had a child already? No. Have you ever had a rash from poison ivy? I don't believe so, no. Do you have any chairs in your bedroom? No. Did you watch Elmo as a child? Some, yeah. Do you know anyone who doesn’t eat meat? I don't think so, off the top of my head. When you throw up, do you cry? No, but I'm a whiner and will also shake from fear because I have such a phobia of vomiting. Doing it totally turns me into a baby. Who was the last person to carry you? I couldn't tell you the last person to full-on carry me, but back when I tore a ligament in my foot, my mom kinda had me lifted when she would help me walk. Is it easy for you to accept loss? Absolutely not. I handle it very, very poorly. Have you done anything sneaky lately? No. Have you ever had a rolling back pack? Yes. Who knows you better than anyone else? My mom, probably. Would you ever want to go to Brazil? Sure, if the opportunity came up. Are there any medical conditions that run in your family? A lot, mostly heart problems. What band has the best guitar solos? Metallica imo. Who is the biggest jerk you've ever met? She was somehow my former best friend. Have you ever swerved off the road to avoid hitting an animal? I've never been in that situation, thankfully. What's a charity you would never donate to? I'm really not familiar enough with charities and their practices to know which ones are sketch or not. Have you ever grown your own herbs? No. Do you have any exes you'd consider dating again? Yes. What were some of your favorite classes you took in high school? Art and German. Mythology was fun, too. Do you know anyone with a profession in law? Yeah, I have a cousin that's a lawyer. Have you ever Googled yourself? Yeah, outta curiosity. What's the shortest amount of time you've had between relationships? Like, two days. Part of the reason I left Girt was because I liked Sara. As a child, what comfort foods did your parents make for you when you were sick with a cold or flu? Chicken noodle soup. What's a movie series where the sequel was better than the original? Ha, for some reason Inspector Gadget came to mind. I guess from mentioning my childhood. I was FUCKING OBSESSED with that movie as a kid. The first one's fine, but I love the second one. Does your car have heated seats? Mom's doesn't. What is the strangest pizza topping you've ever eaten? Nothing strange, really. Describe your hometown. What’s it like there? Small and dangerous. Lots of run-down areas. A gang nearly broke into our house once, if that helps you get the picture. What was the last video game you beat? I replayed Silent Hill 2 forever ago. What did you learn from your last failed relationship? It really just taught me that you need to take care of your own mental health before you can effectively handle another's properly and strike a healthy balance. What country does your favorite band hail from? Britain. What’s something on your to-do list that never actually gets done? Finish decorating my room. -_- Have you ever been really passionate about something but then lost interest? If so, what was it? Good Mythical Morning, I suppose. I used to be OB-SESSED. I still adore Rhett and Link as people, they are fucking wonderful human beings and excellent entertainers, I just drifted away from their content. I don't really know why. Do you sleep with the TV or the radio on? No. What’s the worst thing about being male/female (whichever you are)? Menstrual cycles, I'd say. It affects your mood so much, and as someone who's bipolar, it can be very confusing. I like to know why I'm feeling a certain way. What movie has the best special effects? /shrug How many work hours per week is too much for you? I wouldn't know, I've never really worked long enough to figure this out. Can you remember your first day of school? I think I have the faintest memory of it. I know I was very scared to leave my mom (I had absolutely awful separation anxiety from her) and I MIGHT have cried, but I don't really recall with certainty. Have you ever entered a modelling competition? Would you? No thanks. Did you keep any drawings/stories from when you were younger? Most, no, because the level of cringe is LITERALLY unbearable for me. Do you have a safe? Mom does somewhere. What’s the scariest thing to happen to you so far? The breakup. That night was just fucking terrifying. I was so certain my life was over, like the situation was so, so impossible in my head. What was your last dream about? (or your daydream if you don’t remember) My memory's faint, but I just remember I had a nightmare where a LOT of my bones were totally snapped in half. When was the last time you saw a relative? Excluding my immediate family, I last saw my now-departed grandmother and my uncle a while back at a hotel as they were passing through. Have you ever been in a TV audience? No. Are you in any way close to reaching a personal goal? Not really... Do you prefer crosswords or word searches? Word searches. Do you like making collages? Not really. Do you remember any inside jokes from childhood? No. What would you love to learn to do? Digital art, like drawing on a tablet. Do you prefer monkeys or lemurs? Lemurs. Do you watch movies based on the actors or the movie plot? The plot, 100%. Are you more shy in real life or on the internet? I am WAY more shy irl.

[apparentlynotreallyfinnish]

Cam Boy Rhett

Since the US is celebrating Thanksgiving today I decided to surprise y’all with a tiny little snippet from the life of a college-aged cam boy Rhett. Enjoy!

Rhett changed the movement of his hand to a theatrically slow pump as the cum dripped down his shaft and over his strained knuckles. 

The chat went quiet for a beat. A common occurrence after he blew his load and something that still made his head spin a bit--imagining all those people behind the screen coming because of him. The fairly easy money was definitely the reason Rhett had started his little side business, but when he’d finally gotten a day job and camming was no longer a must, he’d continued doing it, realizing he enjoyed the idea of making strangers come. Secretly, he also enjoyed the anonymous eyes on him. It made him feel tingly and hot and powerful in a way no woman he’d hooked up with had ever been able to.

“Fuck,” Rhett groaned out huskily, giving himself one last stroke that sent visible shivers running through his body. “Was that as good for you as it was for me?” He looked right into the lens and winked, his mouth hanging slightly open, his tongue wetting his bottom lip as he evened out his breathing. With a satisfied sigh, he let go of himself, his limp dick settling against his bare stomach.

The chat sprung to life and a couple of regulars sang their usual praises. Rhett watched the tips pinging in. It was a decent haul tonight, but nothing to write home about. Not that he ever would. He shuddered at the idea of his family finding out what he did to earn extra cash. His father would probably skin him alive. His poor mother… Rhett mentally shook his head. There was no reason to imagine it. They would never find out.

He turned his focus back on the chat and replied to some comments. Interacting with regulars and new-comers alike was important and kept them coming back for more--and what was more important, tipping more. 

Someone tipped twenty bucks for Rhett to lick his hand clean. He put on a show, of course, moaning a bit for an effect as he sucked a couple of his fingers deep into his mouth, twirling his tongue around them. The taste was mild and didn’t bother him. The first time he’d done it at the insistence of certain vocal viewers had made him internally squirm but nowadays it was just part of the gig. And he always got a couple of extra tips if someone paid for that particular deed from his list of paid prompts. Who wouldn’t eat a bit of cum for what ended up being 35 bucks? 

Finally, the chat slowed down enough that Rhett could say goodbye and end the stream. He cleaned his spit-slick hand with a wet wipe and logged onto the account of his cam nick, BallXXXPlayer, on Twitter and sent out a thank-you tweet for a fun stream, promising another one soon. 

Another successful night made him smile and hum quietly as he put away his gear and grabbed his towel.

His housemate and best friend was sitting on the couch in the shared living room, his brand-new noise-canceling headphones on his head, clicking furiously on the PS4 controller. Rhett had bought the headphones for Link after he kept moaning about the… well, about the moaning coming from Rhett’s room when he was streaming.

“Hey,” Rhett said, amused by the crease between Link’s eyebrows. He is kinda adorable when he concentrates like that. Rhett chased away the strange thought and stopped next to the couch. Link didn’t react.  

“Hey!” Rhett repeated, louder, tapping on his shoulder. Link’s gaze jumped to him and he jerked in surprise, flinging the controller on the floor. Rhett suppressed a laugh and watched his friend fumble to reach it while his game avatar got gruesomely murdered. As Link scrambled up with it, he ripped off his headphones and glared at Rhett.

“Don’t do that! Scared the bejeesus outta me!”

“I said hey,” Rhett said in his defense before adding.  “At least now we know the new headphones work!”

Link mumbled something under his breath. It almost sounded like not well enough.

“What?” Rhett asked, trying to read Link’s expression. He knew Link was not a fan of his side business and more than once they’d ended up changing increasingly frustrated words about it.

“Nothing, are you... done?” Link asked, waving towards Rhett’s bedroom. He avoided Rhett’s gaze, concentrating on the television screen instead, even though the game was now paused. 

“Yeah. I’m just gonna hop into the shower. Wanna play together after that?” 

Link froze for a second and it almost looked like his gaze unfocused, but in a flash, he was back to normal and threw Rhett a smile that looked suspiciously fake.

“Sure. Hurry up so I can whoop your ass with my new moves.”

“Ha! Dream on. It’s your ass that’s gonna get the whooping, dude!” Rhett called out over his shoulder before the bathroom door closed between them, cutting the awkward mood with a soft thud. 

All that talk about ass whooping helped Rhett convince himself that it was totally normal that while he soaped himself up, his mind kept drifting back to Link’s ass.