#thank you rj I love doing these and I love your music >:)

[wizardcurse]

Thank you for the tag RJ!!!!! :,) <3 <3 <3

Rules: Shuffle a playlist and write down the first ten songs without skipping.

Love is Back - Celeste

Mun vereni - Pekko Käppi

I Love the Stars - The Orion Experience

Leave My Heart Alone - T-Model Ford

DLZ - TV on the Radio

KWAG YOYO - Hayes Carll

Hooked (Addicted You Might Say) - Eleisha Eagle

My Love - Florence + the Machine

Born Under A Bad Sign - Albert King

Curses - The Crane Wives

Tagging: EVERYONE ALIVE ON PLANET EARTH. If they so desire. (that means you)

[daechvvitas]

BOYFRIEND MATERIAL

how i think each member would be like as a boyfriend part one - hyung line edition

WARNINGS: mentions of daddy k ink, praise k ink, brat taming, d*ggystyle, oral, bee dee ess em, degradation

A/N: this is a mixture of sfw/nsfw. thanks for requesting, anon! minors, dni.

NAMJOON

He's the most self conscious about the songs he writes about you. You're his biggest source of inspiration, so that means he wants the lyrics to be perfect. It throws him off kilter because normally, he can write a song in one sitting. Even in an ER room. But when they're about you, it's different. He likes the challenge, though. He feels like it makes him a better writer.

He points out baby shoes and clothing to you every time you guys are at a store. He's still not sure if he wants to have a kid or not but he can't help but still find the items super fucking adorable.

He has a bit of a daddy k ink. He never thought he would been into it but the first time it slipped out of your mouth, his brain went to static and he fucked you harder than he'd ever done before.

He buys you books specifically curated to your taste. Even more, he buys himself a copy too so that he can keep up with what you like.

He talks you through sex. It's full of a lot of praise and encouragement. "Look how good you're taking me" and the sorts. He also loves hearing validation from you that it feels good and he's doing well.

He hates when the two of you argue but he physically cannot stop himself from having the last word. What can I say? The man likes to be right. And sometimes, that stubbornness can lead to huge blow outs. He always makes it up to you, though. After a cool-off period, he'll come back with calmer logic and won't rest until the situation is resolved.

SEOKJIN

He always makes you meals, even when his schedule is insane. If he has to wake up in the wee hours to have it cooked and waiting in the fridge for you, then so be it.

He's a brat tamer. And he's damn good at it. Even if you don't have a particularly submissive nature, he'll have you a whimpering, shaking mess by the end of the night. But those intense nights come with the best aftercare. He'll run you a bath, make you food, and give you a ton of cuddles.

He's insistent on doing things for you, even if it annoys you. Grabbing things from high places, opening doors... You name it. He just likes showing how much he cares about you through action.

He's the type to jokingly rile you up but then end up actually getting really mad, which leads to arguments that could have been avoided.

Unfortunately, he has a bit of the gamer boyfriend syndrome. He does not like being interrupted when he's playing his games. He is a sucker for you, though. So he's willing to free up one of his hands to give you the attention you so desperately want. And no, he doesn't plan on muting his mic so you better keep those moans quiet.

He takes personal offense if he's not your bias or if you rocking any BT21 character that isn't RJ. He'll definitely give you a playful but bombastic side eye until you either change or admit that he is the only option to be your bias.

YOONGI

He wouldn't consider himself a 'romantic' but he shows that he cares through quality time. Even if you're just in the living room watching a show, he'll always quietly sit next to you. Just so you know he's always there.

Alternatively, he loves when you do the same. His genius lab is a sacred place that even his members don't dare to enter unless it's for work. But for you? It's an open door policy. Your presence motivates him more than it distracts him.

Speaking of his studio, the two of you have definitely fucked there. Multiple times. The first time it happened was just sort of a spur of the moment type of things but now, you live to bend over for him, chest pressed against the knobs of his music equipment as he thrusts into you.

He shares his food with you without any complaints or annoyance. If he notices you want a taste of whatever he has, he immediately offers it to you. Not even just a bite, either. He'll give you the whole thing.

He likes taking his time with you. There's a lot of foreplay where the tongue technology comes in hand. He loves to lick you, taste you, make you fall apart with just his mouth.

He prefers dates at home over dates out of the house, but he'll indulge you if you really want a night out. However, his ideal night would be cooking you both dinner, plenty of whiskey, and of course, you.

HOSEOK

Prepare to be touched all the time. Not even just sexually (though we'll get to that). He's just a very touchy feely boyfriend. Cheek kisses, hugs from behind, gripping your thigh. He just wants to feel your skin against his.

He loves sharing tea with you. He remembers every single piece of gossip you tell him, even if he doesn't know the parties involved, and enthusiastically picks whatever side you're on. In return, he always keeps you updated on the drama and insanity of his members' lives. There's really no secrets between you both.

He's a dom, for sure. When it's just the two of you behind closed doors, he feels comfortable enough to strip back the sunshine side and get to play with the darker side of him without judgement. He also finds it so hot that you trust him enough to go on wilder extremes together — tying you up, blindfolding you, spanking you. He craves having control over you.

His favorite form of aftercare is giving you a massage. Typically, he has you folded up like a pretzel as he has his way with you. So making sure your body is taken care of afterwards is of utmost importance. As he massages you, he likes to sweetly shower you with compliments just so you know that any degradation that occurred during sex does not hold true in real life.

He's the first to like your social media posts. Yes, he has notifications on just to make sure he's the first. It could be a selfie or a random picture of the sky and he's the first on the post, showering you with emojis.

Sometimes, he needs personal space. You didn't do anything wrong. But when things get hard at work or overwhelming in his personal life, he has the tendency to retract instead of engage. He doesn't ever have the heart to tell you that but you can tell by the short answers or less enthused interactions. The best thing you can do is give him that space to work through his head.

[notmaplemable]

9 Days Of Lancaster Day 8: Meeting The Family

RJ: *Standing outside the Arc household*

Jaune: Nervous?

Ruby: A little bit.

Jaune: Don't be, they'll love you. And I mean, you meeting my family can't go any worse than me meeting yours.

Ruby: What do you mean? Dad loved meeting you, and Uncle Qrow likes you more than he likes most people.

Jaune: I meant throwing up on Yang.

Ruby: Oh... Yeah, hopefully I can do better than... that.

Jaune: You will. You did great when you met Saph and Terra.

Ruby: But we weren't dating then, and two people are easier to deal with than ten!

Jaune: Well... you aren't wrong.

Ruby: You're supposed to encourage me!

Jaune: I have been.

Ruby: Well I don't feel encouraged!

Jaune: *Sighs* Let's just go meet everyone.

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Ruby: H-Hello, my name is Rubin Rose!... I mean Robin Rose!... I mean Ronald Rose!... I mean-!

Jaune: This is Ruby.

Ruby: RUBY ROSE!

Mama Arc: *Chuckles* Well aren't you adorable.

Papa Arc: There's no need to be so nervous, Ruby. We've heard a lot about you.

Mama Arc: And if you're anything like your mom, you'll get along with the girls just wonderfully.

Papa Arc: Hopefully.

Jaune: Where is everyone else anyways?

Mama Arc: In the den, we wanted to give Ruby a little bit of breathing room before we throw her to the wolves. *Chuckles*

Ruby: *Mortified*

Jaune: Thanks mom, really helping her anxiety there.

Mama Arc: Oh I'm just teasing.

Jaune: Tease less, please.

Mama Arc: Oh sure, sure. Let's go introduce her to the girls! *Grabs Ruby's hand and drags her away*

Ruby: Eeep!

Jaune: Oh, boy.

Papa Arc: This is going to be a... fun day.

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Mama Arc: This is Ruby Rose, Summer's youngest daughter, and Jaune's fiancée! Isn't she just adorable?

Arc girls: *Various forms of yes*

Ruby: H-h-h-hi?

Mama Arc: Now, you already know Saphron and Terra.

Terra: Hello again, Ruby.

Saphron: It's been too long. I like what you're doing with your hair now, though.

Ruby: T-thank you. It's good to see you two again.

Mama Arc: This is Garnet, our oldest.

Garnet: I see you like red a lot.

Ruby: Yeah, it's my favorite color.

Garnet: Well, we have that in common. And from what I've been told about you, I look forward to having you as a little sister.

Ruby: Oh, umm. Thanks?

Mama Arc: This is Jaune's twin sister, Joan.

Joan: It's nice to meet you.

Ruby: It's nice to meet you too, you look a lot like Jaune.

Joan: Except a good bit shorter and a lot less muscular now. *Chuckles* He's changed a lot since he left.

Ruby: Yeah.

Joan: Mostly for the better it seems, and I believe I have you and the rest of his friends to thank for that.

Mama Arc: This is Kelly.

Kelly: So, I hear you like weapons.

Ruby: They're my second most favorite thing in the world.

Kelly: Can you show me some cool weapons sometime?

Ruby: Sure! I mean, if you want me to.

Kelly: I do! This is going to be so awesome!

Mama Arc: This is Livie.

Livie: Sup?

Ruby: Umm, not much?

Livie: Hmm.

Mama Arc: She doesn't talk much, now onto the second set of twins. Milly and Amethyst.

Milly: You seem really cool!

Amethyst: You stole my big brother you harlett!

Ruby: Umm, I don't know what that means.

Milly: She just called you a w-

Mama Arc: And that's enough of that conversation! Let's eat!

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Several hours later.

Jaune: See, I told you it wouldn't be that bad.

Ruby: Your little sister called me a "harlett".

Jaune: She's just getting used to me dating. It'll all be better after a good night's sleep.

Ruby: Where am I supposed to sleep?

Jaune: We have a ton of guest room you can stay in.

Mama Arc: Actually, I donated all of the beds in the guest room to charity.

Jaune: What? Why?

Mama Arc: It doesnt matter why! *Starts pushing Jaune and Ruby towards Jaune's room* You two can just sleep together in Jaune's room while you're staying here!

Jaune: Mom!

Ruby: *Blushing*

Mama Arc: *Pushes them into the room* Have a good night you two~! *Leaves*

Jaune and Ruby look around at Jaune's room, which is currently lit by several candles with some soft romantic music playing in the background.

Jaune: ...

Ruby: ...

[rjschoicesstuff]

cactus, papyrus, and edelweiss

Thank you!!

cactus ⇢ something you’re currently learning (about)?

Statistics shit, hopefully enough to actually pass my courses this time 😀👍✌️

papyrus ⇢ if you put your ‘on repeat’ playlist on shuffle, what’s the first song that comes up? what do you like about it / associate it with?

Blue Monday by New Order

Im so bad at explaining Why I like music, like yes I like the sound and the vibes. Def one of those songs I don't see myself getting tired of tho, I especially love the part with the choir.

edelweiss ⇢ how’d you think of your url/username? what’s it associated with to you?

Just RJ (my name) + choices stuff cuz choices blog. And for my main blog rjorpossum it's just RJ + Opossum spelled wrong cause I love spelling things wrong and I love opossums!

[seeminglydark]

hey, just thought I'd drop by and let you know that I love your art and comics, they're very cool :)

like many people I suspect, I found your work through the detention fanart (love the detail on the docs and john's patch pants). I don't know if I want to be john or date john (the answer is both). loved the detail of john's killer klowns poster too!

presumably since so many of your characters are punk, you are too. if so do you have any music recommendations?

thanks for reading :)

Hello! I'm so glad to hear that!

ahah yeah i never expected that piece to blow up like it did, im super grateful about it, it was definitely an experiment in style so im glad people like it so much and found my comics and stuff through it. (its not technically fanart though, i am raptorjules, the artist of the detention piece and creator of the comics and characters in it, though its so different than my usual and ofc i posted under this tumblr handle so i know a lot of people don't realize we are the same person!) also re: john, SAME friend. john is kind of a self portrait of a person i could have been when i was younger, if that makes sense, had i decided back then to fully transition. im really happy that people like him so much, he means so so much to me!

hahaha you got me, I was a teenager in the early to mid 90's, i listen to all things these days and punk is SUCH A BROAD GENRE and i tend to lean toward ska punk or folk punk more than crust or hardcore these days, but lets see, i'll give you some rec's of bands that inspire my art and ofc john in general. also you can head over to youtube, under raptorjules, and there should be a playlist called Johnny's Music that goes along with the song rec's on the Creaky arc in my comic Seemingly Dark, if you liked those songs!

So for more modern punk music, i love anything by The Interrupters (ska punk forever plz,) and Dog Park Dissidents for some queer punk (especially their toxic cover, fight me.) And Skatune Network for more wonderfully queer ska/skapunk.

In high school at the height of my Outwardly Studded and Spiked Punk Days i listened to a lot of Rancid (specifically the Life Won't Wait album) Descendants, Social Distortion, the Violent Femmes (the live Add it Up album if you can find it is the best one imo) Jugheads Revenge (Image is Everything album), Wizo (german queercore punk, i like the Herrenhandtasche album.) pretty much anything by The Mountain Goats, and finally, The Bouncing Souls are my all time favorite band, punk or not, any album, but the Hopeless Romantic album inspired so many of my stories and pieces plus its great driving music!

and ofc Johns theme song is Social Distortions Story of My Life. idk if this helps, ive never thought my music taste was terribly interesting or good, but i listen to what i like and what inspires me.

thanks for reading and reaching out! and id love some music recs from anyone who would like to leave them in the comments or hashtags, especially music that reminds you of my art or stories, punk or not!

-rj

[thespiritlady-brown-2]

Hii pretty lady!!🩵 it's me Rj (Radhika🌻)again👋🏻

I got my reading<3♡ Thankyou for your wishes sis🪄💋

Thankyou so much for answering. I really appreciate your efforts time&energy that you put into.💫

It has really helped and gives me clarity.

( I just have a little pain in my stomach) you are right!😊

!°•♡•°♡°•♡•°♡•°♡•°♡•°!

As you said yes for my TF☯️ question it's makes me realise that I was right about it but I refused to accept it that I have a twinflame I was ignored the signs from the universe:(

Because I don't want to accept the truth!!

But from the past few months I accept it & don't fourse our pure connection.

For the second One thanks for the clarity that jk is not that person. Deep inside my heart know that he is not the ONE, so I just want to conform and you helped me:))

I also don't know why ( maybe I was wrong) but now I knew about him alot like ALOTTT don't know HOW??

And yeah one more thing from starting of the 2024 I seeing mirror everywhere like in dreams , in collage, roads etc.

Like I see myself standing front of the mirror & seeing 1111 everywhere. Did you know what's the meaning of all of this???

And one thing are so shocking for me in August 2023 I started seeing a dream repeatedly. In the dream I hear a line& music A mans voice ( it was a song , music that I never heard before)

Lyrics: oh Everything Time I see you geudae nuneul bol ttaemyeon jakku gaseumi tto seolleyeows ,

Nae unmyeongijyo sesang kkeuchirado jigyeojugo shipeun dan han saram .

And gusse what? after 3 month I search this line ~ everything song~ it's pop up🤯

I click and started to listening the song it was the same song, no difference!🥺

It was a Song of a Kdrama. I don't even watch kdramas.

Anyways!!

Thankyou so much for reading!

I hope you didn't get bored after reading my so cold feedback😂

Sending you 🫂 cutei🤏🏻🥰

Thankyou!🪷 also Thankyou for spirit animal massage!💌🪞☀️🌟

Namaste 🍀 you are most welcome dear ♡ damnn interesting wow you got to know about it before .

Towards your question - you might be soon to meet your twinflame if you are seeing numbers also seeing mirror might indicate that you need to look and belive in yourself more .

Universe also sends you message through anything it can be a song so try to know it's meaning and when do your hear it often this will help you alot.

I didn't got bored tbh haha but yes was busy 😅

Thanks! Again and welcome love you so Much to the moon and back 💗

[twosides--samecoin]

Some asks for you :3c

3. What's your favourite fic you've written?

6. Are there any fics from others you reread all the time?

11. Do you have specific playlists for writing fics?

18. What's one of your favorite lines you've written in a fic?

24. Share a moodboard for (one of) your current WIP(s)

Hi, thank you so much!

3. What's your favourite fic you've written?

Long Time Running is my one and only; I love it very much. I think it is the best creative work I have ever made. I never did creative fiction/writing before I started the fic and I am so glad I did.

RJ MacCready wakes up hungover after a failed Med-Tek run. Instead of finding medicine for his child, he's forced to start over. My Sole Survivor sends him to Vault 150 up in the mountains of Banff National Park; readers and RJ return to Boston with.. a second Sole Survivor :)

It's also about immigration, culture shock, boxing, martial arts, dreams, psychology, neurodivergence, battle couples, dead parents, found family, diegetic music, pop culture references, comedy, travel and Dogmeat. It is set in Fallout 4 with flashbacks to 3. I would recommend it to anyone who wants to be swept into a world with a lot of descriptive detail, long chapters and/or anyone who wants to read a different take on F4/RJ MacCready's story.

6. Are there any fics from others you reread all the time?

I have not been able to keep up on fics written by other people since I started writing two years ago. The reason is primarily ethical - I don't want to plagiarize, I also don't want to be deterred from exploring my story in an attempt to avoid what another author is doing. However I am immensely grateful for @bardic-inspo , I had never read fanfic or visited AO3 before finding Bring the Gasoline and maybe never would have had the "I could do this" lightbulb go off had I not read it.

11. Do you have specific playlists for writing fics?

Long Time Running - Every Song Ever

Full, chronological music reference list including chapter titles & diegetic music!

18. What's one of your favorite lines you've written in a fic?

“Crisse de calice de tabarnak, fuckin’ American bullshit,” she said as she slammed the door.

24. Share a moodboard for (one of) your current WIP(s)

I am unable to share one as visual imagery is too spoilers, but I can confirm this chapter gets its own playlist. I can hint that it's a playlist that covers genres that are not in the main one >:)

[shame-is-a-wasted-emotion]

For the ask game: gonna go very random!!!

7, 15, 27, 35

Thank you for The ask, honey!!

7. do you have a favorite podcast?

I don't listen to podcasts. I use Spotify only for music. But there is a podcast in tamil called "naalanna murruku" by RJ Balaji. I like that. Its pretty good. And I listened to Wayward Guide for the untrained eye by Shipwrecked comedy (@marykatewiles I listened it even after year and it was so good and thrilling)

15. what time do you usually go to sleep & wake up?

You know about me, Aurora. My sleep is so fucked that I don't even know when I go to bed and wake up. I'll rather say bed time around 11 pm and wake up around 5 am.

27. when is your birthday?

August 7. Yeah I'm an August baby.

35. is there a movie you like better than the book it was based on?

Nope. Not that I know of.

Thank you for the ask, @fallevs .I love you❤️

[fluffy-canada-pancakes]

Bangtan Kitty Cafe Chapter 1

Hi there! This is my first story, I’m not super duper confident with it but this would be labeled chapter one! If people really like it and want more I’ll try and write more of it, constructive criticism would be very appreciated. Writing was never my best subject so sorry if i do a lot wrong 😂. To my AP English teacher, I’m sorry about this grammer fuck. Thank you for soending your time reading I greatly appreciate it!

Taglist : @imnotlauriane

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Owning your own business is harder than some people make it out to be, but owning a cat cafe is even more chaotic. It started after I began coming to Café Bangtan. The old coffee shop I went to closed, it was the little hole in the wall Café Bangtan that I found. The place was so cozy that I would visit it every single day and play with the cute cats. After a few months the owner, Sejin, offered me a job as a barista. Working with Sejin was the best job I’ve ever had, I actually enjoyed working there. Taking care of the cats was the best part of my day, except for getting to eat the left over pastries of course. Sejin was always strict, but in a caring way that pushes me forward. After working there for a year, I learned that Sejin was actually thinking of retiring. None of his family wanted to carry on the Café, so he offered it to me. After a lot of talking and lawyer visits, Sejin gave me the Café. After the first few crazy weeks I finally settled into my roll of being the owner. It was really difficult at first, so I decided to try and get another pair of hands. The first few people didn’t fit in right, so I kept looking.

Until a younger college sophomore named Jungkook came in asking for a part time job. After I hired him, Jungkook also brought two of his friends Jimin and Hoseok. Both were looking for a job, and after a interview I hired the both of them. Now we all have this nice system we have, along with our nice regulars. A music producer named Yoongi who always orders a striaght black coffee and sits in the back corner next to the book cases in the corner, who normally sits by himself, every once in a while with our sleepy chunky Koya. Then there’s the college Professor Namjoon, a nice man who always has nice book recommendations and always gets his vanilla frappe, as well as normally with fluffy RJ or sleek Chim Chim while he grades papers or studies for future lectures. Lastly is Seokjin, he’s the well known eye candy of the Café, every time he comes in at least one or two new customers swoon at him. He’s always been super nice, he’s a small time actor who comes here to read his new scripts and have his coffee and occasionally a tea, he also always sits with any of the kitties. Another person we see is a lot is our strawberry delivery boy Taehyung, he always comes on his day off from school to deliver them. He’s always very sweet and he stays to just hang with the cats and talk with everyone when we’re slow.

As chaotic as it is, I truly love my job, my friends, and of course my little kitties. I love waling up early every day and making our pastries with RJ who loves watching me bake. I love when I hear Jungkook, Jimin, and Hobi laughing while goofing off when were slow. I love having a little book club time with Namjoon when I need my break. I love helping Jin practice his scripts with him. I love when Yoongi does his little performances for our little coffee shop on Sundays. I love spending time with Taehyung and he tries to get me to give him pastries when we both know I was already going to give him some. And most importantly I love my 7 kitties.

However, more recently I’ve been struggling to get new customers to come in, a week ago a new coffee shop opened up a block away, and since they’re new everyones checking it out. I’ve been trying quiet a few things, themed days, happy hours, even lowering my prices, but its just not working. It’s getting to the point the boys are starting to notice my worries. I’m just hoping I can think of something, and something fast. There’s been talk of a block festival where we have stalls and show off our wares to try and kickstart business, which may work.

While thinking these thoughts I suddenly hear the door bell ring and I look up and see Hobi come in for his morning shift, I look outside realizing the sun is starting to rise.

“Morning Y/N-ie, sleep well” He smiles brightly as he comes behind the counter. I nods while taking the pastries out of the oven, “I did, what about you Hobi?”

“Pretty good! I woke up early so I took Mickey on a walk!” He smiles lovingly while he puts on his flower print apron. At that moment TaTa hopped up on the counter and sat right in front of Hobi, just staring at him. Hobi does a mic between a grimace and a smile.

Tata has always been a.. special cat, he hardly meows and just enjoys watching. He really loves Hobi, even though he creeps Hobi out a lot. RJ hops over and starts to rub himself all over TaTa and grooming him, and I quietly coo at them. When suddenly, the bell tolls again and we look up to see Jimin and Tae walk in with his crate of strawberries, while joking. In that moment I begin to forget about my worries and just enjoy the happy moment

[cheerscoops]

tag game dump!

so my very favorite @quinnkeerys tagged me in a whole mess of tag games, and I'm going to put them under a read more here so as not to spam the dash. I know @iero and @corrodedcoffn also tagged me in a couple of these, so a big thank you to them as well <3

if anyone wants to do any of these, you can just say that I tagged you

#1

Last Song: Teenage Dirtbag - Wheatus

Currently Watching: right this second, I'm watching nothing because I'm at work. but my lunch break tv show is currently Parks and Rec, and then I'm switching back and forth between Solar Opposites, Vanderpump Rules, and a Stranger Things rewatch when I'm at home. I'm also really obsessed with Claim to Fame right now

Currently Reading: rereading The Big Sad™️ as I try and write more of it, but I'm also reading Funny You Should Ask by Elissa Sussman

Current Obsession: not to copy RJ's answer, but have you seen my url?

#2

5 drinks to get to know me: hot coffee with a little sweet italian cream flavored creamer, hot chocolate spiked with whipped cream vodka and topped with mini marshmallows, ice cold water specifically out of my giant insulated purple water bottle, peanut butter and banana smoothie, a cocktail called a manhattan

#3

10 comfort movies: the princess bride, spree, enola holmes, little women (1994), beauty and the beast, edward scissorhands, the wedding singer, scream, cutthroat island, anastasia

#4

Name: Anna

Age: 31, to quote JCB "she's old, love"

Favorite season: Autumn because I am nothing if not a basic white girl

Movies or TV shows?: is it cool to say both? I love both forms of storytelling so much, but I will admit that I gravitate more towards tv shows. like, someone please explain to me why I won't be in the mood to focus on something for two hours to enjoy a movie, so I'll put on a tv show instead and the next thing I know I've watched an entire season in one sitting

Do you carry a bag/purse? What kind?: I am a mini backpack girlie. the current one is hellfire club patterned, and before I got that one, I was going back and forth between the loungefly that looked like steve's scoops ahoy uniform and a stranger things one that I found at target

What color is your water bottle?: lavender. I would put stickers on it, but I'm afraid that I'd ruin the stickers, so it's very plain

What color is your phone case?: teal, but it's super grody since I've been using it for so long. I should probably get a new one, but I'm due for a phone upgrade soon, so I don't want to spend money on a new case if I'm just going to have to get a new one when I get my new phone

Do you sleep in silence or do you need white noise/sounds/music?: I fall asleep to spree every single night. don't ask me why, but I find kurt kunkle drawing his life to be very soothing

Top sheets. Yes or no?: yes. when it's warm, the top sheet is the only blanket I use because all other blankets are too hot, and I can't sleep without a blanket of some sort

You're in the candy aisle at the corner store, what are you grabbing?: it depends on my mood. if I want fruity, I'm getting pull apart twizzlers or haribo happy cherry gummies, or the super cheap strawberry gummies from the dollar store. if I want chocolate, it's typically something with caramel. I gravitate towards milk duds, caramel m&ms, twix, and milky way midnights. also peanut butter m&ms

Preferred mode of travel (plane/train/car/bus/on foot/etc.): in my day to day life, my car is my lifeline. public transit isn't the best in my area (doesn't go anywhere near parents' house and idk if it goes anywhere near mine), so I've never really used it. when going on vacation, I prefer planes and trains though because I am not built to drive long distances

What's your phone background right now?: lockscreen is my photo op with joseph quinn from philly, home screen is a collage of eddie munson pics

Are you more of a miminalist or a maximalist?: the minimalist aesthetic is lovely, but it could never be me because I love little trinkets and art too much. maximalist all the way

It's time to paint your bedroom! What color are you choosing?: I have had the same pink and white striped wallpaper as nancy wheeler's bedroom in season one since I was seven years old, and I love it dearly. at my new place, my bedroom walls are this deep gray-ish purple, and I'm quite fond of that, so maybe I'd choose that color if it wasn't already what I already had. I'm also a big fan of blue, and that's supposed to be better for your sleep, so maybe a light blue

And finally, tell me something that brings you joy: stealing RJ's answer, but working on cheerscoops week graphics and stories (even The Big Sad™️) is what's keeping me going right now

[hwanghyunjinenthusiast]

hello sleepover rj!!!! im cozy and ready to hear all of your thoughts. but first, who do you ship me with 😏

SAM, HI AND WELCOME! Thank you for joining the sleepover! Glad to hear you're cozy and ready to get into the debauchery <3

Now onto who I ship you with...

*Overly long and dramatic drumroll*

...Christopher!

While I do think you and Felix would also make a great couple (lowkey Jisung and Changbin too), I think I ship you with Chris more than anyone else. Not to go too indepth into conversations we've had in the dms but, I think you both have such a profound appreciation for music and would have hours long discussions about your favourite artists, songs, albums etc. You two would also be attend so many concerts together! Not to mention, I see an album filled with couple photos in the cards for the two of you. You'd both have thousands of photographs together and of each other. I think you're both incredibly loving people and, I also think you'll have the other's back whenever the need arises.

Not to mention, we all know Chris is packing and a giver, so you will be getting your spine rearranged more than regularly with him.

One year anniversary sleepover event!

[piastrinorris]

thank you for the tag @iero! 💜

Name: rj! if we're friends who talk, you can call me ridge, too, but i'd prefer it if people who don't know me on a more personal level to just stick w rj, pls <3

Age: [schmidt from new girl voice] twenny-NOINE!

Pronouns: they/them

Tell me about one of your hobbies: uhhh most of my hobbies are stuff i show off on here so there's not much to say that you lot probably don't already know lmao. isn't it wild that i've only been making gifs for 6 months though?! 

What languages do you speak?: english, welsh, german, some french, some spanish, some russian, some british sign language

One of your comfort movies: oh christ, one?! let's say scott pilgrim vs the world, i love it bc i can quote it religiously, it's a v safe movie for me. that being said, i reserve judgement on ANYONE else who says it's their fave movie until they can tell me why, especially a man. if they say it's bc they're just like scott? MAJOR red flag my dude 

Do you have any kids? Do you want any?: nope squared. my best friend has a kid and that's all i need

Cold weather or hot weather: i always say hot when it's currently cold and cold when it's currently hot, lol. i like hot weather in places like america where i can go inside and know i'll cool down, but i like bundling up in cold weather, too 

You’re at an amusement park. What ride are you going on first?: i've always been the person who crowdsources what everyone else wants to do and then i'm the one who plans where we go based on convenience lol. basically i'm good with the first ride we see 

What’s your go-to hairstyle/How do you wear your hair most days?: i usually like to get it chopped at chin length so it doesn't need to be put up, but i haven't had a chance to get it done, so i put it up in a poor excuse of a bun to get the weight of it off of my head 

Who was your top artist in your Spotify Wrapped/Apple Music Reply in 2022?: it was a band called lovejoy, who i found bc one of the guys in it is a streamer i've been watching for years and i really love thier music :) 

You’ve just been handed $1,000 but you have to spend it on clothes. Where are you shopping?: oh god, just wherever does clothes that fit me LMAO 

Wireless or corded headphones: how the fuck did i survive without my wireless soupbowls lmao

Finally, tell me something that sparks joy: one of my residents wrote me a poem today :)

no presh: @keerysquinn @barbienheimer @reysorigins @finalgalnancy @sarahsmiller

[anikasenkujo]

11 and 12 for the SDC OC ask meme! 💗

SOFI OMG THANK YOU SO MUCH sobs hope you are doing well!! <3 Also, long wall of text so please bear with me <3

Also, the final fight undergoes a tad bit of lore retconning, just a tad

SDC OC Asks (for Anika and Karan) | Agents of DIO OC Ask (only for Karan) (thank you @shaylistic once again <3)

11.) If your OC survives to the end, where do they go after the airport farewell scene? Does anything significant happen to your OC after the journey ends? — Alternatively, if your OC doesn’t survive to the end of the journey, where and how does their story end?

I love this question simply because I have a unique answer for both of them. TLDR: Karan and Anika do survive, but in different ways.

Karan survives because he doesn’t go with the SDC group to Cairo, he gets called back by his family, and he apologizes to the group for being unable to accompany them. However, he does send stuff from India for Anika and everyone when they reach Cairo via the Foundation chopper and says that he’ll try to be there as soon as possible. He does, but, by the time he does reach with an ambulance, Jotaro is holding a seemingly lifeless Anika in his arms. Jotaro apologizes to Karan, who still thanks him regardless. More on this in Anika's section.

I am working on an AU where Karan DOES accompany them because even if his Stand is a support Stand, Industry Baby can be helpful.

Anika survives but she doesn’t go to the airport. nervously chuckles, Well, she almost died at DIO’s hands. TLDR (in points):

Anika teleported twice in rage to where DIO and Jotaro were and threw her boomerangs (courtesy of Dangerous Woman) at DIO when she finds out that Noriaki, whom she dated during this trip, died at his hands.

But, then DIO unleashed Za Warudo, and used those boomerangs to hit her head (during the time stop) and waist (after), and she falls down to the ground while looking at Jotaro (who is so in love with her that this enrages him all the more).

She teleports the final time when Jotaro stopped time, she had hurled a final boomerang at DIO, which, along with the final kick from Star Platinum, aids in causing DIO to die.

Jotaro rushes to Anika, they cry and kiss, but Anika flatlines. Star Platinum tries to revive her heart and she revives, but the paramedics in the ambulance that Karan brings tell him that she may not survive.

She does, but has retrograde amnesia so she doesn’t remember them. So, Anika’s father threatens Karan to not reveal to Jotaro that she is alive but has amnesia, so Jotaro, Joseph and Polnareff think she is dead, until she is revealed to be alive in DIU.

12.) Does your OC reappear in later parts? If so, what do they do? Give a brief description.

Both of them appear in DIU, and Anika appears briefly in Golden Wind and in Stone Ocean. In DIU, Karan and Anika work at a recording studio, Dawn FM, set up by Anika’s future boss, Abel Mac (based on The Weeknd), one of Kai Harada’s friends. Yes, the Morioh Cho Radio RJ Kai Harada.

Karan works as an assistant manager of the recording studio while Anika is a sound engineer who doesn’t just record music but fix sound equipment as well.

TLDR: Anika recovers her memories with Rohan’s Heaven’s Door ability, Anika and Jotaro reunite, date, and later get married, Karan finally gets a chance with Shinobu after feeling something for her during their undergrad.

[scoundrels-in-love]

Thank you to lovely @spacepandar for tagging me. Can't miss a chance to talk about music, so!

Shuffle your ‘on repeat’ playlist and post the first ten tracks:

Serpents by Sharon van Ethel

Ti Sento by Matia Bazar

An Acre of Land by RJ Harvey, Harry Escott

Hotel Amigo (ft. First Aid Kit) by Thomas Stenstrom

Lovers by Budung

Roses by Rumer

I hope your world is kind by Auri

Adios by Hoody, Gray

Wires by Athlete

Such a simple thing by Ray LaMontage

All of these happen to be from the playlist I and friend share which has, indeed, been on loop, so that makes sense. Feels all over the place linguistically and tonally to represent my music taste some. (Is lacking proper metal piece, though.)

Tagging @it-may-be-dull-but-im-determined @firesign23 @youholdthewater @bienchanter if they'd like to do it, but no pressure!

[mauricecherry]

If you’ve been at your local Target lately, then there’s a chance you’re familiar with illustrator and entrepreneur Domonique Brown. She’s the founder of DomoInk, a contemporary lifestyle brand including apparel and home décor, all with art by Domonique. Pick up some of her products in Target’s Black History Month collection and bless your space, y’all!

Our conversation began with Domonique giving me a behind-the-scenes peek at her business, and she outlined some of the unique challenges she’s faced as her work becomes more popular. We also talked about breaking out from your 9-to-5 job to do you own thing, her aspirations to go into fine art, and we discussed Black art and mainstream exposure through other Black creatives. Domonique is a woman on the rise, and I know we’ll only be seeing more and more of her work in the future!

For extended show notes, including a full transcript of this interview, visit revisionpath.com.

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[ramblinganthropologist]

Writober 22 - 28 (Witch)

Summary: It’s time for the annual Halloween festival, and Kyouko is ready to go. What she isn’t ready for is the sight of her friend in that costume. At least there’s popcorn?

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RJ: I’ll be by your place in 20.

20 minutes; that was practically nothing when it came to getting ready.

Kyouko frowned as she stared into the mirror, picking at her hem as she turned. The polished glass reflected the image of a teenage girl dressed in a dark cloak and skirt. She adjusted the white belt around her waist, playing with the charm, before making a grab for the hat to make the outfit complete.

Normally when she chose a costume, it had a lot more frills. Her closet was full of those kinds of outfits – but they were all hime Lolita style dresses. They wouldn’t do for the event in question, especially with the weather. Besides, none of them were to the theme of Halloween – that was more of a goth Lolita thing, and that wasn’t her style. Thus, she had chosen a different kind of outfit for the night.

Tonight, she was a witch. More importantly, she was herself.

“I still can’t believe she convinced me to do this.” Kyouko adjusted her glasses as they caught the glare of the overhead lights. She wasn’t wearing her contacts, or her famous blonde wig for that matter. Instead, the girl in the mirror had short brown hair and a thin pair of black lenses. It gave her a studious look, which probably worked for the witch theme.

Hopefully, so did freckles. She wasn’t that great at doing non-lolita makeup…

“Are you getting ready to go, Kyou-chan?” Her grandmother’s voice called down from below. Kyouko picked up her head and made a grab for her bag. Once she tucked her phone away, down the stairs she went.

Unsurprisingly, the shop was packed. Girls in fancy dresses were chatting excitedly as they waited for the beginning of the shopping district’s annual Halloween party. She moved among them, her dexterity heighted thanks to the fact she wasn’t wearing a heavy skirt for once. Her goal was by the register.

“Well, look at that. We match.” Her grandmother was also wearing a pointy hat and a dark outfit, but she couldn’t dress up her beaming smile. “Do you have everything?”

Kyouko nodded as she checked her bag – phone, money, everything she needed was inside. “Looks like it. I’m just waiting for RJ now.”

“I can’t wait to see what she dresses up as.” The old woman giggled. “Did she give you any hints to her costume?”

The question made her granddaughter giggle as well. “No, you know her. She loves Halloween too much to spoil the surprise.”

Maybe it was because the other girl was American, but her… well, Ray loved Halloween more than anyone she knew. It was funny, considering she was weak against horror movies and haunted houses, but in a weird way it was charming. Everyone needed a little gap moe, didn’t they? This was just hers.

They were naturally using the other idol’s nickname so the crowd didn’t get too riled up. Even if she wasn’t exactly a Lolita, Ray was popular. They would no doubt go nuts if she actually stopped inside to find her friend, but containing the customers was important for the moment. It would be better to meet elsewhere so she didn’t cause a problem.

“Well, have fun and take plenty of pictures for me.” A voice from the back of the store made her grandmother turn her head. Her mother was waiting for the woman. “Looks like it’s time to trade places. I’ll see you when you get home, Kyou-chan.”

Kyouko waved as her grandmother left to fix something in the back, then stepped outside to wait for Ray. Once she was out the door, she could hear the distant sounds of music coming from the festival. People in costume were heading that way, and the whole area seemed to vibrate with energy. Up above, the sun was beginning to sink lower, beckoning them to the glowing lights up ahead.

It was the perfect day for the party – it wasn’t cold, and the sky was clear. There would be no problems seeing the moon and stars once they appeared in the sky, adding to the effect of the festival.

She could hardly ask for better.

“Now, I just need to wait…” She pulled her phone to check – no new messages. “Hopefully, she’ll be here soon.”

Not like she was going to miss the other girl – Ray was tall and had pink hair after all. She wasn’t exactly someone you could ignore, and that was even when she was trying to be subtle. Halloween threw that concept out the window to say the least.

Speaking of pink, though. Kyouko spotted a familiar, vibrant shade of pink bobbing towards her. She stowed her phone in her bag and straightened up, making sure to dust off her hem of any miniscule amounts of dust.  After all, she wanted to look her best.

…

Yeah, even she knew she wasn’t being subtle there…

“KK, there you are!”

Ray’s voice boomed over the crowd as she approached, hand raised in a wave. Kyouko started to raise her hand in greeting, but the words died in her throat as she watched her friend appear out of the crowd. Then her face got hot and right then, she wanted nothing more than to run away so she didn’t have to face what was coming.

The idol was dressed in ripped pants and a shirt, with a violently pink bandanna tied around her neck. She had a fake sword at her waist, held there by a colorful belt, and she tipped her hat as she approached. Add in the fact her hair was loose for once and she had taken care to apply her eyeliner as thick as possible, and there was only thing Kyouko could think as she tried to remember how her tongue worked.

How the hell was she so hot?

“Cute costume, KK.” Ray gave her a broad smile as she finally made it to the shop. “I’m glad your parents let you out for the festival, nobody else could go.”

She rolled her eyes playfully, adding, “Apparently, idols have busy schedules or something like that. Not that I know anything about that, huh?”

And then the idol chuckled, the sound making Kyouko’s stomach bubble. Part of her had hoped at least one other member of Sunburst would be coming along to act as a buffer, but that hope was struck down. It was just going to be the two of them.

No pressure.

“I’m glad you could make it.” At least it was a steady start. “What are you supposed to be, by the way?”

Ray gave another grin – more bubbles. “Oh, I’m a pirate. Figured with my hair and scar I could get away with it easier.”

And her muscles. Kyouko was trying not to stare, but the idol had chosen a tank top and vest that left her arms bare. She was a strong girl, and that added to the pirate aesthetic. It also made the secret lolita nervous, but she kept that to herself.

“I hope you don’t get cold dressed like that…” They started walking. “The last thing you need is a cold when filming is ramping up on Seitokai.”

After all, Ray was playing one of the main three. It wouldn’t do her any good to get sick and be unable to film.

“I’m fine, it’s pretty warm for October.” Ray stopped to wave at a fan who had called out her name. “Looks like a bunch of people are turning out for this festival. Can’t say I’ve ever been to this one, but can’t be too bad, right?”

Kyouko nodded as she did her best to keep pace – Ray’s legs were longer and getting too close was… uncomfortable. “It’s one of the more popular ones. Everyone’s been working like crazy the last couple days to get it ready.”

She should know – she and her parents had helped a few days prior to set part of the festivities up. While they didn’t have a booth up in the merchant section – bit hard to sell lolita fashion in that kind of circumstances – they were still part of the shopping district and wanted to lend a hand. It was practically a tradition.

“Sounds like we’re in for some fun then.” The idol flashed her another grin – something about the holiday made them come easier to her. “I mean, nothing beats it back home, but you guys are alright.”

This caused the would-be witch to shake her head as they waited on the corner. “And how exactly do you do it back home?”

“Well, duh, trick-or-treating. This party stuff is fun and all, but I miss that. I loved going with my friends to get candy from my neighbors and junk. Some people gave out some good stuff, I got a full-size candy bar a couple times.” Ray chuckled. “But… I guess that didn’t come over with the rest of the holiday. Y’all are a little too polite for that shit.”

Something about how the Texan’s accent snuck into her Japanese did awful, horrible things to Kyouko’s stomach. She turned away to hide her cheeks turning pink, half wishing she had the concealer of her idol form to hide it.

It was getting harder to keep calm around Ray. She was going to figure it out… just like she figured out everything.

“Yeah, I don’t see that catching on.” Was what she finally settled on. “It does sound fun, though, especially with friends.”

The idol nodded, almost losing her hat in the process. “Yeah, I used to go with my baseball team. One joked he’d send me some candy next time he writes me, the asshole.”

Still, she was chuckling as she said it, and it made her eyes glow with the fond memories. Kyouko felt her traitorous heart skip a beat, and she was glad for the breeze blowing from across the street that cooled her burning face.

She had to be doing this on purpose. Nobody that perceptive could miss the signs.

It didn’t matter, though. They were nearly at the festival. Now Kyouko could hear the music and chatter of the crowds and smell the sweet aromas coming from the food stands. It was easier to walk now as she felt herself getting into the spirit of things, and a smile crossed her face as she stopped in front of her friend. With a wide motion, she gestured to the open arch that led to the shopping district.

“Welcome to our Halloween festival.”

They had arrived at just the right time. As the sun sank below the horizon, the colored lights began to glow, casting the ground in oranges, greens, and purples. Shadows formed between them, adding to the mystery as people walked from stall to stall or towards the stage. Some local idols were putting an act together – they both gave that a wide berth. The last thing either of them wanted to focus on was work right then.

Besides, Ray had a blood feud with the center. It was a long story.

“So, where should we go first?” The pirate glanced around. “You hungry? I could go for some of that popcorn honestly.”

Kyouko nodded, which sent her friend off to get in line. Now that she was alone, she allowed a sigh of relief as her shoulders sagged. Her heart was still pounding a little, but it was getting quieter as she calmed down. If she kept her mind off certain areas, she would survive the night.

She could do this – she was a master of controlling herself.

“Huh, guess even nerds can put a costume together. What are you supposed to be?”

A snarky voice pierced the festive atmosphere and turned her stomach sour. Kyouko felt her eyebrow twitch as she glanced over her shoulder, spotting a trio of girls approaching her. The one in the middle, dressed as a fairy princess, was her classmate Mio.

Mio was an asshole.

Well, that was putting it mildly. If she was being specific, Mio hated her for some strange reason and made it her goal in life to cause misery. When they had sat behind each other in middle school, the girl had taken to hiding her school books and other items. Now that they were in high school, she just started rumors and did her best to make the class hate her.

Some of them believed her, which was honestly annoying… but Kyouko had dealt with worse before.

“Having fun, for one, so I think I’ll go somewhere else.” She glanced down the bridge of her nose at the other girl. “Maybe we should switch costumes, you seem more like the witch type than me.”

One of Mio’s friends let out an ‘ooh’ sound that was cut off by a glare from the princess herself. She seemed a little flustered, though – understandable, given Kyouko normally didn’t respond to her in class. Usually, she did her best to ignore her, but they weren’t in school and she didn’t feel like having her night ruined.

“Like I’d want to wear your ugly costume anyway, you look 12.” She tossed her hair over her shoulder. “Couldn’t get anyone to come with you, though? Pretty sad that you’re here all by yourself.”

She had a smirk on her face as she said that, as if she expected her plan to isolate her target was working. Kyouko didn’t rise to the barb, however. She just smiled and looked over towards the food stalls.

“No, my friend just went to get us some popcorn.”

Mio looked incredulous at this. “You’re kidding me, you actually have friends? They have to go to another school or something.”

They did. And more importantly, the idol was returning with two bags of popcorn in hand. Just the sight of her caused both of Mio’s friends to gasp, and one of them tugged on the ringleader’s sleeve.

“Mio, it’s- “

Ray’s voice carried over. “Sorry it took me so long, KK. I couldn’t pick which one to get you. You ok with just plain butter?”

She handed it over as she spoke, either unaware of what was going on or too focused on eating. Kyouko accepted the popcorn anyway, smiling as she glanced down. Butter was fine by her, but she was enjoying the taste of defeat even more.

“Thanks, Ray. What did you get?”

The idol chuckled as she held up the exact same thing. “What can I say, I’m a fan of the classics.”

Her eyes caught the gathered girls as she started to reach for a handful. “Huh, these friends of yours or something?”

It was impossible to miss Mio’s wide eyes and the slight drop of her jaw. Kyouko had seen it  before on the faces of fans coming for meet and greets. Realization hit her like a freight train, and it was only thanks to the popcorn that she didn’t laugh out loud and spoil it.

Wasn’t it her luck – Mio was a Chaos Ranger.

“Oh my god, you’re…” Her cheeks turned pink as she glanced from her idol to Kyouko. Then she got a sick look on her face as the pieces started to fall into place, creating a picture she probably didn’t want to see. “You’re friends with Kyouko?”

Ray nodded enthusiastically as she munched on her popcorn. “Have been for a couple years now. She gives good input on shit.”

All the color drained from Mio’s face as she took a half step back. “I… er… I’ll see you in class Monday!”

And then she took off like a shot, all but dragging her tail behind her. It was at that point that Kyouko couldn’t resist laughing. At least Ray was there to be a solid place to lean on as she continued her giggle fit.

Up above, the idol was still eating her popcorn. “Was it something I said?”

For a brief moment, she had to wonder if Ray had been too focused on the popcorn to realize what was going on. However, she realized all too soon that there was a glint in the idol’s eyes as she watched the disappearing back of Kyouko’s school annoyances. Then when their eyes met, she smirked.

That made the witch smile as she shook her head. “You’re the absolute worst to your fans sometimes.”

“I don’t need assholes in the Chaos Rangers. My fanbase gets enough bad press for no good reason, we don’t need actual problem children.” She popped some popcorn into her mouth, swallowing before answering, “Besides, I heard how she was talking to you before I came over. The least I can do is fuck with her a little for you.”

 Kyouko felt her face heat up once more as she did her best to hide in her popcorn. “Thanks… honestly I’m used to her. She’s hated me since elementary school and I have no idea what I could’ve done to her.”

For all she knew, she had kicked sand on the girl in kindergarten… Mio seemed the type to hold that type of grudge.

Ray shrugged it off as she went for more popcorn. “Who knows, who cares. She’s an asshole and looked stupid in that costume anyway.”

The idol tossed some into her mouth as they started to walk towards the festivities. “You look way better, maybe she’s just jealous she doesn’t have cute freckles.”

The world dropped out from under Kyouko’s feet with those words. She did her best to keep her face neutral, but heat exploded to life in her cheeks anyway. It felt like an inferno as she parsed the idol’s words, doing her best not to jump to conclusions. However, that was the only move she could make.

Ray had called something about her cute.

“Hey, are you ok? Your face is all red.”

There was a hand gently lifting the brim of her hat to check her forehead. It brought them incredibly close, enough that Kyouko could smell Ray’s shampoo. It was surprisingly floral – rather pleasant honestly. Maybe strawberry?

Honestly, if she died right now she’d do it happily.

“Huh. No fever. Maybe you’re overheating?” Ray withdrew her hand. “Want to get some shaved ice or something so you cool down? I think I saw a stand over there…”

Kyouko shook her head as they started to walk among the glowing fairy lights and crowds. “You’re lucky there’s no paparazzi around right now, something like that would have wound up on the front page of somebody’s blog.”

She could practically read the headlines of some desperate wannabe blogger making up a relationship that didn’t exist. Maybe that was because she… kind of wanted that… but she knew better. The other idol only thought of her as a friend. She would have said otherwise… right?

Right?

“Eh, fuck ‘em. You know they don’t bother me.” Ray flashed her a crooked grin as they walked. “I’d just worry about you is all. I don’t want your classmates hassling you because of me.”

A warm feeling slid into her stomach as she glanced around at the lights. Maybe other people might think they were a couple from the way they were walking so close. It was a nice thought, even if it was never going to come true. Since it was Halloween, she could allow herself the brief fantasy.

It would go away in the cold light of November after all. Among the spirits and costumes, she could indulge it.

“I can handle myself, don’t worry.” But she allowed a smile. “Thanks for thinking of me, though.”

Another smile – there went her stomach. “Eh, what can I say. I might be dressed as a pirate, but I’m not the type to leave you in the lurch.”

No, she was just the type to make her nervous without even trying.

Still, all things considered, Kyouko didn’t mind just strolling along, inspecting the booths, and admiring the costumes. In the morning, this would be a memory she could go back to – every look, the touch of Ray’s hand against her skin especially. It would keep her warm in the coming winter months when the darkness snuck in earlier with every passing day.

But that was the future. Until that came, she was content to just stay with her friend and enjoy the night.