#without missing a drop 🥹❤️

[cryptidcryptic]

1, 2, 5, 11, 17, 20, 26 :)

YES!!! This is gonna be so fun 💛🥹💛 thank you for the asks my friend 🥹

1. what would your tavs greeting be (at different levels of approval)?

Negative

-dismissive infernal grunt-

“Someone better be dead”

“What do you want?”

Neutral

-neutral infernal grunt-

“Mh?”

“…can i help you?”

Positive

-enthusiastic infernal grunt-

“If it’s not my favourite killer”

“What’s up?”

Romanced (in the start)

-flirtatious infernal grunt-

“Hey tiger, need somethin?” (Not spoken in infernal)

“Aren’t you a sight for sore eyes?”

Romanced (end game)

-bessoted infernal purr-

“Finally, you’re back to my side”

“My love, what do you desire?”

Different variations of: ‘my dove’, ‘my peace’, or ‘light of my life’

2. Describe their tent set up! What’s on the outside? The inside

A Druidic, brown and green, botanical mess of plants, and weapons. The edges frayed from the accidental cuts of paws, claws and teeth. Paw marks from various forms embedded in the ground. Honestly it’s more like the den of a highly disorganised bear than a tent. Complete with a seemingly endlessly dark interior, and enough space to fit Bo’s favourite owlbear form. Where Halsin’s tent is a pretty collection of plants Bo’s more wildflowers, nettles and bramble.

5. Describe their idle animations

-knife held on the tip of their claw, until they accidentally drop it, looks around to see if anyone saw their blunder, covertly kicks the knife into their ‘den’

-wildshapes into a owlbear and can be found playing with baby owlbear and scratch. Usually carrying them around on their back.

-squatting, whatever weapon the player last looted held in their tail, attempts to play the knife game with their toes, on a successful game they’ll gift the weapon back to the player with another found treasure, on a loss they Stab themselves and take actual damage.

11. What is your tavs go-to comfort food?

Mushrooms (bloodshrooms and toad stools specifically), sliced and diced on a nice bed of leafy greens and bark (non of h this is edible but they enjoy the taste). Takes them right backto childhood!

17. Do they have any enemies outside of the main plot? Any friends?

Not that they really remember but they had a band of shadow Druid orphans that came with them to bhaals temple, their own lil group of loyal siblings, the temple eventually drove them all away but most of them are still alive somewhere in the forest. Also an incredibly close bond to Lakrisa, borderline in love with her.

20. What is their relationship to touch? Do they shy away from it? Do they need it to feel present?

It differed by the day, perso and situation! With a background full of beatdowns painful touch is something they’re used too, unflinchingly masochisticly so but outside of painful touch, the base reaction is to freeze from it, be wary of it. The dog that spent its puppyhood being kicked will come to snarl at the touch of man and all that. Usually touch does the opposite of grounding. Bo’s childhood being so neglected and alone was kinda their father’s design.

Those who offered them friendly touch usually wanted something or hurt in someway. Unconditional affection had a negative price, so at first friendly affectionate touch will trigger a dissociative-esc reaction. But with enough exposure that becomes pleased and sleepy instead. But only with a trusted few.

26. Give us one of your Tav’s secrets!

Bo writes poetry to Astarion! Pretty well written, Bo’s penmanship is pretty strong (only the speach part of their brain is problemed). Their Sweet nothings whispered to the wind the last little entry to the never shared book:

‘For you I’d carve hearts from chests with viscera intact, yet you’d never notice the sweetness of that act’

[multicohn]

summary: isack thought that being brought into formula one meant that he would have a new teammate and potential mentor. what he didn't expect was to be adopted by yuki and his girlfriend

warnings: cursing ( duh ), violence / threats ( in a joking way )

pairing: fem! reader x yuki tsunoda ( romantic ), fem! reader x yuki tsunoda x isack hadjar ( platonic )

genre: smau fluff, comfort, established relationship ( reader x yuki )

face claim: no one in particular, just random couples off pinterest

author note: i miss them so much

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user: MY PARENTS ARE FINALLY REUNITED

user: mama y papa

user: WE MISSED YOU IN THE PADDOCK QUEEN

landonorris: drop the location 👀

| youruser: they have a tank full of fish.

| landonorris: IM MOR SCARED OF FISH I JUST DONT LIKE EATING THEM

| youruser: yeah okay

yukitsunoda0511: shayla?

| youruser: it’s a tiktok thing, i’ll show you later

| yukitsunoda0511: okay

| yukitsunoda0511: and i missed you too baby 💖

| youruser: 🥹

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youruser

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youruser: home is where the heart is or whatever this say

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user: THEYRE SO CUTE

user: yuki is so bf coded

| youruser: I KNOW I START TO CRY OVER HIM but then i remember that i can cry TOO HIM

| user: you’re so real for that

francisca.cgomes: favs ❤️

| youruser: i luv luv u

user: MY PARENTS FOR REAL

isackhadjar: it was nice meeting you

| youruser: it was nice meeting you too!

user: not isack being a third wheel LMAO

liamlawson30: thank god i don’t have to see you’s acting all lovey dovey anymore

| youruser: kys

| liamlawson30: ON THE MAIN ACCOUNT????

yukitsunoda0511: my love

( see translation )

| youruser: love when you whip out the japanese

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redbullracing: max would like to have a word about that…

| youruser: swear at him

| redbullracing: i fear of being fired

| youruser: tell him to message me himself

| redbullracing: 🫡

user: ISACK BEING YUKIS FRID KIDNOMG 😭😭

yukitsunoda0511: really

| youruser: LOOK AT THE WAY YOURE LOOKING AT HIM

| yukitsunoda0511: i was looking at you actually

| youruser: oakansk

user: tbh, now im kinda glad they didn’t promote him cause i would’ve missed out on this duo

maxverstappen1: 🤨

| youruser: you’re just using them as test dummies.

| maxverstappen1: THIS IS DEFAMATION

| youruser: aw max i didn’t know you knew such a big word 🥺

| maxverstappen1: give him back

| youruser: YOU HAVE 5 OTHERS

| maxverstappen1: I HAD 6 TO START WITH

| youruser: GO AWAY

| youruser: IM TELLING KELLY ON YOU

isackhadjar: 🥹

| youruser: 🫂

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youruser: JAPAN I LOVE YOU

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youruser: MY BABY GOT P3

youruser: HE WAS ON THE PODIUM

youruser: MY YUKI

youruser: SOBBING STILL

youruser: ALSO ISACK P5 🥳🥳👏 congrats isackhadjar

user: yuki tearing up while being up there and then seeing y/n crying her heart out got me

user: it was long overdue

user: YODIUM

user: AND IT WAS AT HIS HOME RACE

user: y/n is so real for mentioning isack

| user: THIS HE DROVE INCREDIBLY

user: isack and y/n hugging while celebrating yuki — THATS HIS FAMILY UOUR HONOUR

yukitsunoda0511: i couldn’t have done it without.

| youruser: MY PODIUM DRIVER GUYS

| youruser: i love you so much

isackhadjar: thanks y/n! hopefully we can be on the podium together at some stage

| youruser: you’s definitely will! hoping it doesn’t take that long

| isackhadjar: you and me both 😅

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user: 3 RACES??? LETS GO

user: please don’t separate them 🙏

user: wonder if isack is with them

| youruser: he is!

| user: THATS SO CUTE

maxverstappen1: no thank you?

| youruser: for what

| maxverstappen1: FOR USING MY PLANE???

| youruser: THIS IS CHARLES’ PLANE WTH ARE UOU ON ABOUT

| maxverstappen1: we share planes

| youruser: that’s probably one of the biggest loads of bs ive ever heard

| youruser: YOURE NOT GETTING ISACK BACK SHOO GO AWAY

| maxverstappen1: you’ve been warned

| youruser: if you make yuki dnf ill drag you out of that car and beat you in front of everyone

| maxverstappen1: i’ll like to see you try ☺️

| youruser: 🔪

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yukitsunoda0511

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yukitsunoda0511: few pics of the last few days since she leaves me soon :(

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user: just fell in my knees in my kitchen

user: NO YOURE LYING

user: WHAT ABOUT ISACK ???!!?!!!

maxverstappen1: finally

| kellypiquet: max please

| youruser: GETS HIS ASS KELLS

pierregasly: alone at last 👀

| yukitsunoda0511: 🫢🫣

| francisca.cgomes: this means i get y/n for the next few weeks 🤭🤭

| yukitsunoda0511: wait

| youruser: we were supposed to keep this private kiks 😪

| francisca.cgomes: im sorry my love but i just couldn’t take it anymore

| pierregasly: it seems ive made a mistake

youruser: im going to miss you so much

| yukitsunoda0511: :(

isackhadjar: i already miss you 😭

| youruser: ISACK MY SON 😭😭

| youruser: im going to miss you the most

| yukitsunoda0511: ⁉️

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user: OH MY GOD 😭😭😭

user: yuki and isack CAN NOT be separated now

| user: i will throw hands dont even test me rn

visacashapprb: we have so many tiktok ideas

| youruser: idk if i should be happy or scared

| visacashapprb: you’ll see ☺️

| youruser: 😨

maxverstappen1: im suing you for emotional distress

| youruser: im actually going to block you

| maxverstappen1: GUVE HIM BACK

| youruser: NO

kellypiquet: max is having a breakdown

| youruser: ARE YOU SERIOUS

| kellypiquet: very

| youruser: idk if i should apologise or laugh 🧍‍♀️

| kellypiquet: neither

| kellypiquet: it’s quite funny

| youruser: LMAO

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youruser: my boys <3

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user: lowkey thankful that yuki didn’t move or else we wouldn’t get this

| youruser: same honestly

user: vcarb should do the “just you and me and us and your friend steve” audio

| visacashapprb: 👀

lilymhe: why can’t i have a grid kid?

| alex_albon: we use to have two…

| logansargeant: USE TOO??? i see how it is

| alex_albon: wait no

user: i love when drivers and their gfs take care of the younger drivers

| user: the fact that yuki isn’t even that much older than isack is taking me out 😭

maxverstappen1: 🕳🚶‍♂️

pepemartiofficial: can i be adopted too?

| youruser: MY NEW SON

| isackhadjar: MY NEW BROTHER

| yukitsunoda0511: oh

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[yeahxsurexokay13]

bragger, lando norris

summary: fans constantly tease yn for always bringing lando up and being a bit of a simp for her boyfriend - which only gets worse after his first f1 win - so she writes a song about how if they were her they'd do the same.

warnings: none i think??? but let me know if i missed any. the song mentioned is 'bragger' by kelsea ballerini!! (((:

IN HONOUR OF LANDO'S VERY FIRST WIN !! 🥇

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y/n.updates Y/n's interview with WIRED where she answers the web's most searched questions about her is now out! Go give it a watch 😄

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fan1 she looked painfully beautiful in this

fan2 how was lando in the answer for questions like 'does y/n speak spanish?' or 'is y/n a good singer?' lol

fan7 she said she didn't remember much from high school but knew some words lando had been taught by carlos sainz and that her boyfriend tells her she is... it kind of isn't that weird if u think about it haha

user1 The more I see of her, the more I like her

fan7 i spy with my little eye 1.6K people with no taste

fan3 interview was everything I hoped for and more! she's hilarious and relatable as always

fan4 new drinking game: take a shot every time she mentions lando

fan5 I've watched it like 5 times already lol

fan6 we need a tally for how many times Y/n drops 'Lando' in her interviews. can someone make that happen?

y/n.y/l

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y/n.y/l the vibe i bring to the function (ugly crying on facetime) !!! so incredibly happy for you @/landonorris. you did it 🧡🧡🧡

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y/n.y/l also congrats @/oscarpiastri and everyone else at mclaren for an amazing race ((((:

oscarpiastri thank you Y/n! 🧡 ❤️ by author

landofan4 ok this is very cute and nice of her🥺🥺

fan1 ARE YOU STILL CRYING ? BECAUSE I AM DEFINITELY STILL CRYING

y/n.y/l started crying on lap 54 and haven't stopped since

fan2 new post from my fave lando norris fan account yay (also go lando!!!!!!)

user1 Well deserved 👏🏼👏🏼

landofan3 soy lago

y/n.y/l same

lnfour LFGGGG ❤️ by author

fan3 How many times do you think Y/n's going to mention Lando's win in the next week? Taking bets now

maxfewtrell It's the messy hair and smudged mascara for me

y/n.y/l knew i should've gone for the 'perfectly composed while crying' look instead 😔

landofan1 rip lando nowins: 2019-2024 ❤️ by author

landofan2 "you were scared? i wasn't. i was ok (laughs). thank you. i love you" lando 🥹🥹🥹

fan5 when did he say that? omg

landofan2 f1 posted a reel on their profile and you can hear him talking to her!

mclaren LANDO NORRIS IS A FORMULA 1 RACE WINNER 🏆

y/n.y/l I AM SO NOT CALM ABOUT THIS ??!!?

user2 i could've sworn i saw her at the race? why are they facetiming?

fan4 they could barely speak after the win tbh! this is probably a call in between interviews

user2 today's bottle smash hit different ❤️ by author

landonorris I've said this like a million times already today but I love you so much

y/n.y/l i love you i love you i love you i love you

y/n.y/l

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y/n.y/l if he was yours, you'd do the same without apologising... new single 'bragger' out now!!!! 💋💋

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fan6 WHAT HAPPENED TO HWLLO ?? HOW ARE YIU ??

y/n.y/l 🫢🫢

fan1 "he's just too damn good not to mention" .....................i mean she is right we'll give that to her ❤️ by author

landofan1 USING THESE SPECIFIC PICS OF LANDO TO ANNOUNCE THE RELEASE OF A SINGLE ABOUT BRAGGING ABOUT HIM IS WILD !!!!

landofan5 that last video is doing things to me.........

landonorris i'm confused does anyone know who this is about?

y/n.y/l no idea 🤷🏽‍♀️ but let me know if you find out xx

landofan4 apparently about some guy named bob?? I'm not sure

fan8 HAHAHA I LOVE THEM

fan2 she really wanted to make sure she'd made her point clear with this dump omfg

fan3 her point: she has a hot bf and we don't

user1 Well played, Y/N. Well played. 🥸

fracisca.cgomes On repeat ❤️❤️

y/n.y/l lindaaaaaaa ❤️

landofan2 knowing all she's saying is about lando makes the song x1000 times better

fan7 so she saw the tweets... 😐

y/n.y/l i saw everything 👀 they were actually hard to miss hahaha

user2 "i understand why you would want him (i don't mind)" queen behaviour !!!!!! 👑👑

fan4 So this is how she gets back at us for all the teasing lol not complaining at all

landofan3 I can't believe this new song is actually inspired by the fans' teasing about Lando!!🤣

fan5 we joked, she delivered!!! bragger is actually a banger👏🏼👏🏼👏🏼

[vanesycho]

i love love love your writings so much!❤️

can i request a fic where the reader and mingyu are kissing. like its nothing just sweet and very very passionate kissing/make out session. like thats how they show deep affection and love towards each other and they say sweet nothings to each other while doing it as well. i don't know i just have a thing for kissing😩

maybe you could do a haechan version as well of this after gyu (i just love these boys so much like it actually hurts how much😩)

a/n:thank you so much for your nice comment and request🥹I'll keep in mind to make a haechan version, hope you like it<3

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As soon as Mingyu got home, he threw himself directly onto the bed, you spoke without lifting your head from your phone "Tiring day?" he mumbled, lifted his head from the bed and spoke pouting "Your boyfriend is tired, can't you come and give me some attention?" You found it funny how needy he was and with a smile you put your phone down and moved closer to him.

You climbed on top of Mingyu while he was lying on his back, he held your waist with his hands and finally smiled widely at the attention he was receiving from you. You moved closer to him, Mingyu's hand started to caress your hips and after a while he felt your lips on his. He moaned into your mouth with pleasure, your lips were the best thing that came after a hard and tiring day. Mingyu always moaned and whined between kisses when he was this needy, he lazily put his tongue into your mouth, brought his hand up to your skin through your clothes, you let out a small moan as his warm hands met your skin.

You both pulled back for a moment to catch your breath, Mingyu straightening up in his seat and pulling you closer to him, resting his head on your chest. Your hand immediately went to his hair and you started stroking it. Your comforting touches made him hum, his thumb stroking your skin. “I missed you so much...I thought about coming home and being in your arms all day.” You couldn’t help but laugh at his pouty tone, this was Mingyu at his sweetest, like a petulant, sweet child, his lips were pout, his puppy-dog eyes looking at you. You tilted your head slightly to look at him and gave him a smile. “I missed you too, baby, but now that you’re in my arms, there’s no need to worry hm?”

He gave you his tired smile, when his gaze dropped to your lips, you already knew what he wanted. You leaned in, kissing him slowly with passionate. He grabbed your hips and pulled you against him, biting your lower lip lightly and switched places, positioning himself on top of you. He tried not to put his weight on you too much, leaned down to your neck and after inhaling your scent that he missed for a while, his kisses started from your neck and moved up your chin. He kissed your cheek, forehead, eyelids and finally your lip. He wrapped his arms around your waist and buried his head in your neck again, staying there. You continued to caress his hair, his breath tickling your neck slightly but you didn’t say anything. When Mingyu’s breathing sounds slowed down, you realized that he was starting to fall asleep and whispered, “Baby, don’t sleep like this, change your clothes first and sleep comfortably.” he mumbled but refused to get up, you chuckled, it seemed he wasn’t even in the mood to get up so you kept quiet. Let him sleep while breathing in your scent in your arms.

[ssahotchnerr]

KATIEEEEEE pls consider: Ellie and Jack being sent off in mid December for a sleepover with whichever of their aunts or uncles is willing to take them so you and Aaron can have a night “off” to wrap gifts without prying eyes 😭😭❤️

yes omg!! 😭😭😭

this is result of the one time where jack nearly walked in on the two of you wrapping his presents 😭 you and aaron were in your bedroom; kiddos asleep, wrapping and chattering away softly, when you heard the open of a door from down the hall, as well as footsteps approaching your door.

it took a moment for it to click - presents were scattered everywhere, jack was without a doubt coming in, and of course the presents you were wrapping were the santa ones. like the lego set jack was very insistent was at the top of his list so santa wouldn't miss it 🥺 aaron's eyes widened the same time yours did, he uttered an 'oh shit' and the second the door creaked open - just a smidge - aaron was there in an instant, blocking jack's view in. he quickly guided him back down the hall, distracting him while you hurriedly collected the gifts, and got them into the closet. after a breath of relief, you trailed after the two of them. crisis and the potential ruining of christmas magic averted.

and now, with ellie being notorious for not staying in her bed at night, you can't be too careful 😭

more often or not jj takes them, and the two of you repay the favor as well!! whether she and will need to wrap presents also, or to just have a night to themselves. grandpa dave is the next person you would whisk them off to, they loveee sleeping over his house and they're the sweetest little terrors to him LOL 😭🥹 when you pick them up in the morning, dave is exhausted. not because they were misbehaving or anything like that - they just have far too much energy and will keep him up way past his bedtime 🤭🥹🫶🏻 this always works out nicely too, since you hide all the presents at dave's - you can easily pick those up when you drop jack and ellie off.

hehe the kiddos don't put together the sudden need for many sleepovers, they're just so excited to have one!!! hehe jack and ellie have matching christmas pjs, so you send them to jj's with those, and they just have a fun filled night with henry and michael <333 staying up somewhat late, watching movies, playing, having the time of their lives 🥰 hehe jj sends you a picture of all of them on the couch, each have a cup of popcorn in hand, as they watch elf or the polar express <3

but you and aaron also make a date night out of it too 🥹 while you can't complain, ellie is always latched at your hip so it's especially nice to have solo time with aaron whenever able <333 hehe you and aaron go out to dinner, maybe stop at a few more stores to get any last minute gifts for jack and ellie, or the bau family. and you shop for each other too 🥹🫶🏻 aaron finds something that makes him think of you, asks if you want it, and if you do he'll get it for you 🥰 and he keeps an eye out for surprises too!!! 🫢 he sees you eyeing something silently, you don't forwardly say you want it, and he'll return to the shop before christmas to get it. and vice versa 🥰🥰🥰 it makes the overall shopping easier too - you both can focus on the kids more, which the two of you agreed you wanted to do - you want to make their alll christmases as special as possible 💞💕💞💞

when you get home, aaron makes hot chocolate, you put a christmas movie on yourself, and the two of you sit down on the carpet and get busy wrapping 🥰🥰 it saves soo much time on christmas eve too - jack and ellie can stay up later because they don't need to be 'rushed' to bed, so santa can come. festivities can last longer due to not procrastinating - you and aaron only save the toys that need to be built for christmas eve - whether it's ellie's new playhouse, jack's new race car track - both can be displayed next to the tree and it'll be the first thing they lay their eyes on 🥹 hehe that's both your and aaron's favorite part - seeing their excitement and the christmas magic in their eyes 🥹🥹🫶🏻🫶🏻🫶🏻

so with the regular wrapping aside, it's literally a game changer. now the pair of you can also get to bed at a somewhat decent hour, instead of going to bed at 2, even 3 am like you have in the past 🥰 especially since jack and ellie will be in your room bright and early, jumping on you and aaron begging to go see what santa brought 💕💕🫶🏻💞💞

[the-kr8tor]

Imagine TTN r teaching TTN Hobie how to sew 🥹 so cute!

Thank you for your patience! Ah yes a rare ttn req, I hope you like it! ❤️

Pairing: Hobie Brown x fem! Reader/ Spider-Punk x fem! Reader

Word count: 1.2k

Tags: No use of Y/N, no specific physical description of the reader, reader has nicknames, set in my thread the needle series, established relationship, a bit of hurt/comfort, fluff!

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“Do I cut right ‘ere?”

You look up from threading the needle or trying to at least, as Hobie kneels beside a piece of cloth where you pinned a simple pattern of pajama pants. The fabric is flowy and soft, comfortable for a pair and perfect for practicing on how to make his own clothes. He has his wicks in a ponytail, away from his face as he eyes the fabric like it's a maths homework.

“Yeah, right from the hem but make sure you give enough leeway just in case you make a mistake. You can always cut it off if it's too big—”

“But you can't sew it back on if you cut too much.” Hobie smiles smugly at you, shrugging as he eyes the slight shake of your fingers. He takes it as you being tired from all the packing you two have been doing for hours now. Maybe he shouldn't have asked for a lesson today. “I read your textbook once while I was bored.”

“Okay, smartass.” You chuckle, putting your attention back towards the needle and thread in between your shaky fingers. He smiles fondly at you from the other side of the bedroom. “And here I thought you were faking not knowing how to sew.”

You're usually good at this, in a second you grab the tools the thread is already inside the needle, no fuss, no muss. But you're having a hard time with this one while you're surrounded by luggages filled with your belongings. Hobie senses your staggered and frustrated breath. Turning to you, he sees the concentration in between your knitted brows, the way your fingers shake and your eyes seemingly going cross-eyed as you try to thread the needle in. It's been twenty minutes since you've given him the reins to the pattern and cloth, twenty minutes since you grabbed the needle and thread.

The houseboat looks sparse from where you sit on the foot of the bed. There's a lack of your clothes in the closet, a space missing right next to his leather and plaid. Your sewing machine is temporarily placed on his work table after you decided to just leave the heavy thing at home as a promise to come back for it when the time comes. Most of your shoes are packed tightly in a duffle bag. A ton of your fashion school projects are all shoved inside your luggage, and the bathroom looks and feels unfamiliar without your toiletries on the shelves.

It all seems unfamiliar, as if it's the first time you've seen it bare since he bought the place. You didn't live here for too long, but it still has you nostalgic and conflicted for leaving in the first place. It feels unfair to leave, unfair to leave him. But it's for the better good, it's for your future and his. As much as you hate leaving, it's necessary. You'll be back anyways, you don't know when, but you know you'll be sitting on the same floor, sleeping on the same bed, eating on the same dinner table with Hobie.

“I won't put it past me, love, I do love spendin’ time with you.” You sniff and frown at his statement instead of the usual bashful smile you give him. He drags himself closer to you, careful not to mess up the pattern on the floor. “Oi,” his hands wrap around your own, eyes swimming with affection as he sees the slight glimmer of your eyes. “You alright?” His tone is gentle, barely above a whisper.

“I’m sorry.”

“What for, love?” He sits down beside you, still facing you while his feet press against your side. “Are you havin’ second thoughts?”

“I feel awful.” You drop your intertwined hands on your lap together with the needle and thread. He grasps at it tighter, squeezing it three times. “And of course I am.”

“Don’t feel bad on my behalf, I'll be fine. You'll be fine.” He knows you will be eventually, but he truly doesn't know when he will be once you're gone. “‘m just a phone call away.”

You frown, head falling down on his chest, back already aching from the position. “I'll miss you.”

“I know, Gromit.” There's a pin prick pain stuck in his throat, a cry that he refuses to let out. “I'll miss you too.” His knuckles trace the length of your spine, warmth ebbing through his touch as he holds you in place, right in the present.

“I'm dawdling.” You say, muffled against his chest, lips still etched into a frown.

“Hi, dawdling, I'm Hobie.”

You look up, brows furrowed but the corner of your lips wobble into a smile. “You're very funny.”

“I know, that's why you fell for me, innit?” Hobie snickers, poking your cheek lovingly. “Why are you dawdlin’?”

“Because,” you cup the side of his neck, thumb rubbing along his jaw. “I keep postponing this,” you gesture towards the fabric on the floor. “Is it bad that I don't want to teach you how to sew?”

“Love,” He mirrors your movements, thumb brushing along your chin while the pads of his fingers keep the back of your neck warm. “why don't you want to teach me? Am I shit at it?”

“No, no.” You place your arms around him, pushing him closer to you. “It's just that…” inhaling, you rest your head right on his shoulder while he wraps an arm around your waist. “I don't know, it's silly.”

“It's not silly if it's makin’ you feel awful.” Hobie kisses your temple as you close your eyes.

With a brave exhale of breath, you continue. “I think that if I teach you then there's no use for me anymore, that you won't wait for me.”

Hobie lifts your head up with a careful hand on your chin, eyes warm for you and a smile that would have your stomach filling with butterflies.

“You're right, it's silly. It's a bonkers thought, love.” You have every right to frown. “But I understand, feelin’ useless is a shit feelin’. You teachin’ me how to sew a hole or fix a button won't make me not wait for you. Or not love you anymore.” Hobie wipes a fallen tear from your cheek. “I asked because it's my way of keepin’ you with me. Every time I fix a hole or make a jumper, It'll make me think of you. It'll make me feel that you're right beside me, tellin' me that ‘m doin' it all wrong.” You snort, eyes welling up with tears. “Or tellin' me that ‘m doin' alright. But it'll never compare to the real thing, yeah?”

You nod, chuckling as you hug him and nuzzle your nose under his jaw. “Thank you, I love you.”

“Love you too. Now,” He exhales with a shuddered breath, hands cupping your face and kissing each of your cheek before grabbing the fallen thread and needle. “I need an expert hand with these.” His eyes shine under the light, unshed tears refusing to be let go.

“On it, Wallace.” With a brief wipe of your eyes, you take the tools and almost immediately threading the needle.

“That's my girl.”

[babydollmarauders]

GOODBYE — JOHN MARINO

part of the Maraschino Cherry! AU

y/nmercer

liked by john.marino97, dawson1417, and 6,927 others

y/nmercer new jersey, you made dreams come true. you gave me a few last years of living with my best friend, and you brought me my prince charming of a fiancé. i can’t thank this city and this team enough. i truly don’t have the words to describe how grateful i am for everything that jersey has meant to me, but it’s time for the next adventure. utah, i’ll see you soon…. please don’t take away my margaritas 🩵

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john.marino97 as taylor swift once said “everything you lose is a step you take.” just think of this loss as the first step in our personal journey, shortcake. this is the first in a long line of things we have to do on our own, and i’m so glad to have you by my side.

y/nmercer when he listens to and understands taylor swift 😩🤭 I’M GONNA PROPOSE

john.marino97 i think i already did that? what do you think i did when i got down on one knee and gave you that ring?

y/nmercer idk? i thought you just had a really weird way of gifting a promise ring or something

dawson1417 call me every day and tell me all about the mormons and life in utah! i’m gonna miss you, but i’m so happy you found your happily ever after and have someone to take on life with ❤️

dawson1417 even if that someone is john

john.marino97 we’re gonna be brothers one day, and then you’re gonna wish you were nicer to me

dawson1417 @/john.marino97 nah

y/nmercer i love you, bubba 🤍 thank you for being my best friend and allowing me to follow you around for the past 22 years. life will be so much different without you by my side

lhughes_06 i’ll miss you, mom! i hope you have a good time in utah! i’m gonna miss you dropping off cookies after losses and doing my curls

y/nmercer my first child <3 i love you so much, hun! i’m gonna miss you so much but i’ll see you later this summer and when we play NJD!

user92 this must be so hard for her :( i can’t imagine being with your twin from the womb to 22 and then having to move across the country just like that

user16 i mean, i’d assume she knew the risks of being with a hockey player and that it meant she could have to leave

user92 @/user16 that doesn’t make it any less hard for her

jackhughes gonna miss ya short stack! don’t get shunned out there in utah!

y/nmercer you’re not that much taller than me! just for that, i will not miss you

jackhughes oh no, you’ve wounded me! what ever will i do?!

y/nmercer fall in a hole, slut

jackhughes right back at you, whore

y/nmercer @/john.marino97 JOHN! LOOK WHAT HE CALLED ME!

jackhughes tattletale. you can dish it out but you can’t take it?

y/nmercer i’m just a girl

nicohischier we’ll miss your presence here in NJ, but i can’t wait to hear all about your new life, y/n!

y/nmercer please bring me back so many swiss treats as a going away gift!

user04 new jersey is gonna miss john’s talent and your kind heart and vivacious energy! i hope utah treats you guys well!

ehaula utah stole my babysitter! good luck out there, i’ll miss you both!

y/nmercer i’ll fly back. don’t ever underestimate what i’ll do for your children, erik.

nicolelaud i’m gonna miss my wine wife so bad 🍷🤍 i’ll pour a glass in your honor, babe. it’s been a privilege to be your friend and watch your relationship blossom beautifully. i’ll still see you in a few weeks, right?!

y/nmercer thank you for welcoming me into this team dynamic with open arms! i’ll miss you!! and absolutely! no chance i’m giving up a jersey bachelorette party!

user78 THIS IS HOW I FOUND OUT JOHN IS LEAVING US?! I HATE MY LIFE

vitacz15 i’m so sorry to hear about this! but i know you’ll do great there!

y/nmercer i miss my daily dose of vitek! thank you, VV!

curtislazar95 i’ll miss *adam hamway voice* THE MARINO’S! hope you thrive on the west coast! luke’s curls will miss you too

y/nmercer i’m a marino?! 🥹

curtislazar95 well yeah, soon enough!

naterbastian take care of my boy out there in the beehive state! i know he and you are gonna do great things!

y/nmercer awww bass! don’t worry, i’ll take care of your husband! 🫶🏻

jesperbratt don’t be a stranger ❤️ you have a home here any time. we’ll miss you both lots

y/nmercer oh bratt-man, don’t make me cry again 🥺

user30 the way john hasn’t posted a goodbye but she has 😭

user6 well, john never posted a goodbye when he was traded from the penguins either, but considering this seems to be the first NHL player she’s dated, i assume this is her first time having to leave against her will from a city she’s grown to call home, so it makes sense that she posted a goodbye

tmeier96 good luck on the west coast! i’m just a text away if you ever need anything, it was a pleasure to get to know you

y/nmercer just stab me with a dull soup spoon already, it would hurt less

john.marino97 @/y/nmercer no.

[mercillery]

Hi, I read your Frederick/Reader and absolutely fell in love with your writing style. Was kicking my feet type shi😭 If you’re willing to, could you write for Victor Grantz in the same format ? If you do my world genuinely will be complete.

Thanks and have a good one!

WARNINGS: GENDER NOT SPECIFIED + NOT PROOFREAD

NOTES: The way you worded your request was hilarious thank u so much and sorry this took super duper long…consider this my early Christmas gift to you. I hope this is the format you wanted 🥹❤️❤️❤️

Meeting Victor is like trying to pet a stray cat: approach too quickly, and he’s gone before you even say “hello.” He’s a master of the subtle retreat—one second there, the next, poof, like smoke in the wind. Victor’s shy, wary nature doesn’t just make him skittish; it’s practically an Olympic sport. He’s the reigning champion of Avoidance 101.

But don’t worry—if you come at him gently, with no sudden movements and a kind heart, he might cautiously peer out from behind the metaphorical couch. It’s a process though, so buckle up for the long haul. Winning Victor’s trust is less about grand gestures and more about the quiet, unspoken ones.

Want to impress him? Forget the flashy declarations of friendship and instead offer to help him feed the strays or—better yet—silently leave him a little note of encouragement. He’ll find it later, blush like a tomato, and spend three days overthinking how to say “thank you.”

Victor values people who respect his boundaries like they’re sacred artifacts in a museum—look, but don’t touch, unless invited. The tiniest, most understated acts of care leave the biggest impression on him.

Did you pick up a letter he dropped without making a big deal about it? Congratulations, you’re now a recurring character in the cinema of Victor’s mind. He’ll replay that scene like it’s Oscar-worthy, analyzing it frame by frame. “Were they just being kind, or did they pity me?” he’ll wonder at 3 a.m., sandwiched between anxiety and the hope that maybe—just maybe—you actually like him for who he is.

Spoiler alert: Victor is going to assume pity at first. That’s just his brand.

Victor’s idea of initiating a conversation is basically an international diplomatic incident. He’s not one to start talking, because, let’s be honest, that requires bravery, and he’s still working up to being brave enough to ask for extra ketchup at the fast food drive-thru. But once he trusts you and that’s a long journey involving more emotional hoops than the Olympics, he’ll let slip little nuggets of his inner world.

He’ll drop these tiny little gems about himself like it’s a treasure hunt, but you’ve got to be quick, because they’re easy to miss. One day, he might casually mention how a certain flower takes him back to his childhood—cue the mental image of him as a tiny, awkward version of himself, surrounded by daisies.

Another time, he might comment on how people’s faces light up when they get letters, like he’s some sort of professional mail therapist who knows the emotional impact of a good envelope. When Victor opens up, it’s like witnessing a rare bird in the wild—blink and you might miss it.

Victor is not one for blatant hints, because he’s too busy trying to avoid direct confrontation (his skill at this could be rivaled only by the world’s most skilled diplomats). So, no, he’ll never explicitly ask for your company, because that would require him to open his mouth and risk exposing his soft, squishy emotional side.

Instead, his actions do the talking—though they might need a bit of interpretation, so keep your detective hat on. Victor might subtly adjust his delivery route so it conveniently passes by places you frequent. It's almost as if he’s carefully plotting to get within a five-foot radius of you, and hey, who could blame him? Maybe he’s just really into the whole “unexpectedly running into people you know” thing.

Or, if he’s really feeling bold, he’ll linger a little longer when dropping off your mail, as if the mailbox suddenly has some profound existential meaning. If you happen to notice this and casually join him (because you are a good person who isn’t going to let Victor spiral into further awkwardness alone, right?), he’ll be overjoyed—but also extremely flustered, because admitting he wants you around would require him to admit he has feelings. And that, my friend, is a level of vulnerability he’s not quite ready for. But don’t worry, his heart’s doing the cha-cha on the inside.

Victor is a masterclass in the actions speak louder than words school of love. He’s not going to serenade you with declarations of affection or wax poetic about how your eyes sparkle like the morning dew—because, frankly, just thinking about that would make him combust.

Instead, he shows he cares in his own quiet, sneaky way. Mention your favorite tea once, and guess what? He’ll remember it for eternity. He’s got a mental file labeled Your Preferences: Highly Classified that’s better organized than the national archives.

You’ll casually say, “Oh, I’ve been meaning to read this one book,” and BAM—next thing you know, it’s magically in your mailbox with a little note that just says, “Thought you might like this.” And if there’s a stray cat you always stop to pet, Victor will casually start carrying an extra biscuit in his satchel for it.

Let’s be honest, though—if you look hungry enough, that biscuit might end up being for you. It’s basically his love language: tea, books, and snacks.

If you want to make his day, just sit next to him quietly and do something peaceful together. He’s like a houseplant—happy just existing in the same space as you, soaking up the shared sunlight.

Whether you’re tending a garden, reading side-by-side, or helping stray animals, those moments make him feel like he’s starring in his own low-budget indie movie (the kind with no dialogue but lots of meaningful glances).

There’s no pressure to talk, and that’s exactly how he likes it. If he had his way, his life would just be a montage of cozy, quiet activities with you, set to the soft plink of piano music.

Of course, Victor’s social anxiety has a habit of pulling pranks on both him and everyone else. One minute, he’s enjoying your company; the next, he’s retreating like a vampire caught in the sunlight. No explanation, no warning—just poof, gone. It’s not you, it’s him—and his brain, which likes to play a cruel game called Let’s Overthink This Until We Die.

If he avoids eye contact or looks like he’s considering tunneling through the nearest wall to escape, it’s not because you’ve done anything wrong. He’s probably just overwhelmed and desperately trying to remember how humans are supposed to behave. Give him some space, and he’ll come back once he’s convinced himself you don’t secretly think he’s the most awkward person alive.

Spoiler: he totally thinks you think that anyway.

Victor wrestles with an Olympic-level sense of unworthiness, like his brain has its own personal commentator constantly reminding him, “And here we have Victor, doubting his ability to be loved again—10 points for consistency!”

He struggles to believe that anyone could genuinely care for someone like him, especially given his arsenal of awkwardness and insecurities. Seriously, if self-deprecation were a sport, he’d have a gold medal and a sponsorship deal.

But here’s the thing: if you’re patient and reassuring, he’ll eventually start peeling back the layers of his fears. He might quietly admit to his scopophobia (fear of being stared at), his doubts about whether he’s even capable of forming meaningful relationships, or—prepare yourself for heartbreak—his lingering sadness over never receiving a letter addressed just to him. (Excuse me while I cry forever.)

When this happens, please, for the love of all that is good, don’t panic and start shouting affirmations at him like you’re his personal life coach. Victor thrives on calm, gentle reassurance, not pressure or raised voices. Your steady, quiet presence is like emotional chamomile tea to his frazzled soul.

Despite all his self-doubt, Victor is ridiculously perceptive about your emotions, even if he doesn’t always know what to do about them. He’s the kind of guy who notices you’re upset before you even realize it yourself.

Did you sigh a little too heavily or stare off into space for three seconds longer than usual? Victor clocked it. And while he might not be the type to launch into a grand speech about feelings, he’ll wordlessly show his care in his own way.

Maybe he’ll leave a single flower on your desk—no note, no explanation, just there, like a little whisper of “I see you.” Or, if he’s feeling extra sneaky, he might nudge Wick in your direction, because let’s be real: nothing cheers a person up like an adorable animal who’s clearly been coerced into playing emotional support.

One thing Victor absolutely loves is writing letters. And by love, I mean obsesses over to an absurd degree. His letters to you are the perfect blend of poetic and adorably clumsy, like he’s trying to pour his heart out but keeps tripping over the words.

One moment, you’ll be reading something surprisingly profound about how much he values your presence, and the next, you’ll find a sentence where he’s clearly panicked mid-thought and gone with something hilariously awkward. (“Your eyes remind me of… uh… really nice things!”)

But what makes these letters so special is how deeply personal they are.

They’re filled with gratitude for the quiet joy you bring into his life, written in a way that’s so uniquely him you can practically hear him fumbling through each line. Honestly, if love languages were mail-based, Victor would be your number-one postman.

Crowds and Victor go together about as well as oil and water—or Victor and social confidence. But if you casually mention liking something, prepare yourself, because this man will brave the seventh circle of hell (the local market) to get it for you.

Picture it: Victor, sweating bullets, weaving through bustling streets like a man on a mission, clutching his satchel like it’s a lifeline. He’ll return flustered but victorious, the prized item wrapped so carefully you’d think it was made of glass.

His face will be a mix of relief and pride, as if he’s just slain a dragon. (To be fair, for Victor, that is the equivalent.) Don’t be surprised if he brushes off your thanks with an awkward, “Oh, it was nothing,” while secretly hoping you’re impressed by his bravery. Spoiler alert: you should be.

Wick, Victor’s trusty dog, isn’t just a pet—he’s practically a third wheel in your relationship. And, honestly? It’s adorable.

Victor sees Wick as an extension of himself, so when Wick curls up in your lap or adorably gnaws at your shoelaces, that’s basically Victor saying, “I trust you with my soul, but, you know, through the dog.”

The moment you start caring for Wick—feeding him, petting him, or playing fetch—Victor’s heart practically bursts into a thousand sparkly pieces. Watching you with Wick is like watching someone hold a tiny, fluffy version of his heart in their hands. Wick’s antics aren’t just cute; they’re a whole bonding experience.

Honestly, at this point, the three of you are a family. Wick’s the child, Victor’s the awkwardly doting dad, and you’re the incredibly patient parent trying to keep them both in line.

Arguments with Victor are about as common as a solar eclipse: rare, slightly uncomfortable, and leaving everyone a bit disoriented afterward. Confrontation isn’t in his wheelhouse—if there’s tension, his first instinct is to retreat like a turtle into its shell.

If he’s hurt, he won’t blow up or yell; instead, he’ll quietly pull away, letting his mind run a marathon of overthinking. By the time you’ve moved on, he’s still replaying the argument on loop like a bad soap opera. But here’s the thing: Victor is ridiculously introspective.

Once he’s processed his emotions a process that may or may not involve pacing, Wick cuddles, and at least one existential crisis, he’ll write you a letter. And not just any letter—a heartfelt, soul-baring essay on what went wrong, why he feels the way he does, and how much he still values you.

Victor’s ultimate dream isn’t flashy—it’s not a yacht, a mansion, or a five-star lifestyle. No, in Victor’s perfect world, it’s just the two of you, Wick happily trotting at your heels, living your best life of ultimate domesticity.

No loud parties, no awkward small talk, just a quiet house with a cozy garden and maybe a suspiciously large collection of rocks Victor has insisted are “artistic.” The joy of daily routines—making tea, feeding stray animals, and Victor nervously handing you love letters he’s rewritten five times—is his idea of pure bliss. If this man ever proposes, it’s going to involve Wick wearing a bowtie and an “I woof you” sign, so brace yourself for maximum wholesome chaos.

One day, Victor might finally muster the courage to show you his favorite quiet spots. Each one has a backstory that’s equal parts sweet and painfully awkward.

There’s the meadow where he feeds stray animals because, of course, he’s secretly the neighborhood Dr. Dolittle. There’s the stream where he collects smooth stones, claiming they “help him think,” even though he’s just really bad at skipping rocks. And then there’s the old tree. Beneath its branches is a hollow stuffed with letters Victor was too shy to deliver as a teenager.

You’ll probably find one addressed to “That Kind Lady at the Bakery Who Smiled Once,” because he’s been like this forever. And if you’re really lucky, he’ll read one out loud, stammering through every word.

Over time, you become more than just his partner—you’re his anchor, his emotional life raft, and occasionally his human shield in crowds. While Victor still breaks into a cold sweat at the thought of socializing (his personal Mount Everest), your presence helps him step outside his comfort zone.

Maybe he’ll start saying “hello” to strangers instead of just nodding and looking at his feet, or—dare we dream—he’ll manage a full conversation without overanalyzing it later.

Knowing you’ll always have his back gives him the courage to face the terrifying world of small talk and eye contact. And when he’s feeling especially brave, he might even join you in a crowd without Wick acting as his emotional chaperone. Just don’t expect miracles—Victor’s still Victor, after all. But you love him either way, shy or not <3

CHRISTMAS BONUS

Yes, it’s his birthday, but it’s also Christmas, and let’s just say the holiday tends to hog the spotlight like a diva at center stage. While everyone’s busy decking the halls and roasting chestnuts, Victor’s birthday barely gets a whisper. Imagine being handed a gift as a kid and hearing, “This counts for Christmas and your birthday!”—traumatizing, honestly.

As an adult, he’s resigned himself to the overshadowed celebrations, but deep down, it still stings a little. But that’s where you come in.

If you acknowledge his birthday with a small, heartfelt gesture—a handwritten card, a bouquet of winter flowers, or even a slightly burnt homemade cookie—he’ll be so touched he might need to sit down. (Emotionally overwhelmed Victor is a sight to behold—think deer in headlights but with more blushing.)

On Christmas morning, Victor isn’t inside unwrapping presents or sipping cocoa by the fire like a normal person. Nope, he’s outside in the frosty dawn, feeding the stray animals, because of course he is.

When you join him, he won’t make a big deal about it, but his face will light up like a Christmas tree—albeit a very understated one. Without a word, he’ll pull out an extra scarf from his satchel and gently wrap it around your neck. If you thank him, he’ll just mumble something about it being cold, all while his ears turn red.

Wick, meanwhile, will be living his best life, barking like a lunatic and spinning around your feet in an uncoordinated display of canine excitement. Between the wagging tail, Victor’s shy smiles, and the soft crunch of snow underfoot, it’ll feel less like a Hallmark movie and more like a quiet, perfect slice of real life—the kind of moment Victor secretly dreams about but never dares to ask for.

Victor’s favorite part of the holidays isn’t the gifts he receives—it’s watching other people open theirs. Specifically, your gift. While you’re tearing into the wrapping paper, Victor is sitting there, looking like a bundle of nerves wrapped in a sweater, his amber eyes fixed on you with a mix of hope and terror.

His present is always something he’s put way too much thought into: a delicate trinket he made himself, like a pressed flower bookmark or a small wooden carving of you and Wick that probably took him hours. He’ll fidget like crazy as you look at it, practically sweating bullets, and then stammer out something like, “I-I wasn’t sure if you’d like it, but I thought, uh... maybe…”

Here’s the thing: you’d better say you love it. Not just “like it,” but full-on, scream-with-joy love it. Why? Because poor Victor will have spent approximately 400 sleepless nights agonizing over that gift. When you smile and tell him it’s perfect, he’ll just about melt into the couch with relief.

Externally, he’ll nod and mumble, “I’m glad,” like it’s no big deal, but internally, he’s bursting into a fireworks display so sparkly it could rival New Year’s Eve. Wick might sense the mood too and start barking happily, adding to the chaos.

In the evening, as the holiday buzz winds down, you and Victor find yourselves by the fire, sharing a quiet, intimate moment. He’s wrapped in a blanket like a burrito, and his hands are cradling a mug of tea that he’s barely touched because he’s too busy working up the courage to speak.

Finally, he starts recounting a few childhood Christmases. His voice is soft and hesitant, like he’s afraid the words might shatter if he says them too loudly. The stories themselves are simple—a handmade toy from a neighbor, the first time he saw snow—but his eyes glow with such quiet contentment that you can practically see the warmth of those memories written all over his face.

When the fire burns low, the two of you head out for a walk. Snow is falling in soft, lazy flakes, the kind that makes the world feel like it’s holding its breath. Wick, of course, is living it up, bounding ahead and occasionally stopping to sniff a suspicious patch of snow before darting off again.

Meanwhile, Victor stays close to you, his gloved hand brushing yours but never quite daring to hold it unless you make the first move. For once, he doesn’t feel the usual anxiety about being seen. The world could be watching, but with you beside him, it doesn’t matter. He feels safe, as though the snow-covered streets and the warmth of your presence are enough to shield him from everything else.

And if Wick comes barreling back mid-walk, absolutely covered in snow and looking absurdly pleased with himself, Victor might let out the softest laugh you’ve ever heard. It’s rare, like spotting a shooting star, and it fills the quiet evening air with a joy so pure you can’t help but smile.

[costkappen]

Her composer - CLxsinger!reader

Summary....Charles girlfriend just dropped her new album and she announces that some of her songs contains some of Charles works too

Warnings....none,very fluffy and sweet

Fc....Olivia Rodrigo (ik very basic but I honestly had no idea who to use🥲)

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Yourusername so happy to announce that my album Guts!(spilled) is out now!!! I am so immensely happy about what I have achieved and I couldn't have done this without all of you amazing fans listening to my songs🫶🏻 one special thank you goes to my lovely boyfriend @charlesleclerc that actually composed some of my songs!!! Ty sm baby I love you ❤️

Charlesleclerc love you too baby, I'm super proud !!❤️

| yourusername 🫶🏻❤️

User omg I'm so happy!! I've been waiting for this!!

User AAAAAA EVERYONE GO STREAM GUTS!!!

User omg guys🥹charles helped her compose the songs??? I might cry

| user right??? They are so cute togheter

| user my fave couple strikes again

User get yourself a boyfriend that composes songs for your album🥲

| user is this too much to ask for???😭

Taylorswift in a world of boys he's a gentleman 🫶🏻

| yourusername ly🫶🏻🫶🏻🤍

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Charlesleclerc

Charlesleclerc hello everyone! My beautiful girlfriend finally released her new album! We've been working on it so long and I'm so proud of her and of how it came out🫶🏻 I've never composed a song but I did my best for her❤️ stream Guts! @yourusername

Yourusername omg baby🥹🥹tysm I couldn't have done it without you!!

| charlesleclerc my talented queen❤️

User oooh they're being sickeningly sweet on main😭 love them but this makes me feel so lonely

| user agreed!! I want a boyfriend now

| user ok but who could ever compare to charles??

Landonorris what he said!!! Stream Guts! Also congrats @yourusername

| yourusername ty Lando!! Super happy you're enjoying Guts!

User omg guys I went to the paddock yesterday and they were blasting Guts!😭 everyone is so supportive of her i love it

| user definitely living for this yourname x F1 era!

| user literally my 2 favorite things combined...if they ever break up its over for me

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Yourusername omg guys...Guts has reached over 1.5M streams in a week....I'm speechless thank you so much to everyone that enjoyed my music!! I would've never imagined receiving all of this support, again thank you so so much! And a special thank you for the F1 girlies...I know you're here for my boyfriend but I hope you'll stay!

Charlesleclerc pretty as always❤️ 1.5M more than deserved

| yourusername might have you compose all of my songs if this is the result!😘

| user omg yes please!!! Need more yn x charles songs!

User I definitely got here because of charles but I couldn't be more happy because now i have a new fave artist🫶🏻

| user me too! I didn't know her before charles but now I'm definitely not letting her go

Francisca.cgomes loved the album babe🫶🏻 looking forward to see you more on the paddock tho I miss you!

| yourusername I miss you too pretty! I'll try my best

User ok but can we appreciate how she tanked the f1 girlies too? She's so sweet

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[intimidatingpuffinstudios]

Thanks for all the things you've written and done for us Puffin! ❤️

TSSW and BTM has been one of the interactive stories that has brought me comfort and happiness during my lowest point. I really appreciate the effort and creativity you have to write these stories and wonderful characters.

I'm not sure if this has been asked on the sin stones or BTM NSFW asks yet and sorry if I sound weird but...

In this hypothetical scenario, let's say the MC and RO haven't had sex for a while because... well– things had gotten hectic and haywire so they couldn't have the proper time to settle down, maybe to a point where everyone is too preoccupied.

But one night, just when the RO is preoccupied by their thoughts, they overhear and catch the MC getting off and moaning their name. And when MC realizes they caught them, they quietly admit that they haven't initiated sex with RO because they were worried that they would be burdensome.

Like– even if the MC wanted to have sex so bad, they couldn't bring themselves to bring it up at all because of that lingering feeling of being too much.

As an easily anxious and self-conscious individual myself, it's really hard for me to ask people for things I want to do without feeling like I'm being an embarrassment or a burden even if I badly desire it.

So how would the ROs deal with an MC like this? Thanks Puffin! I apologize that my ask is too long 😭

Thank you, anon 🥹 I needed to hear that today...

As for your question!

Morkai would immediately get into the mood if he caught the MC doing that. He wouldn't be able to hold back a rumbly groan before advancing toward the MC, making eye contact and saying, "Let me help you with that." Once he finds out about MC's reasons, he frowns and clutches them closer. His response is like, "I guess I'll have to make sure to give it to you even more so that you never miss it." If he's always around, then the MC will never have to feel alone and like they have only themselves to depend on.

Straasa immediately stops moving, and his eyes zero in on the pleasured wxpression on the MC's face. After a heated second, he clears his throat so that the MC notices him, and then he breathlessly asks if he can stay to watch. Or to help. Once the real issue comes to light, he gathers the MC in his arms and cradles their face, his gaze and voice so serious and concerned as he asks, "What can I do to help you see that being with you and giving you anything and everything you need is my privilege, my joy, my greatest honor. Never a burden."

Daelynn would freeze for a single millisecond before moaning loudly and prowling her way to the MC lightning fast. She falls upon them with greedy hands and hungry mouth before they get the chance to say anything. Once she's had her fill and the MC admits the real issue, Daelynn frowns for a second before suggesting in all seriousness that she and the MC just drop everything that keeps them busy and elope somewhere far away. "Nothing matters except you. Always."

Eledwen would become a pillar of salt tbh LMAO! She is rooted to the spot, both aroused and confused. She doesn't know what to do, should she keep watching (she wants to) or is that inappropriate? But if she moves away, she could disturb the MC... Maybe she should just close her eyes or...? Long story short, she doesn't join in unless directly acknowledged and asked to. She has the exact same problem with the MC, so when she finds out about the issue, her eyes widen with shock and realization. She leans in until her forehead rests on the MC's shoulder and murmurs, "I will believe that you always, happily, want to meet my needs if you believe the same of me..."

Manerkol would materialize right next to the MC in a breath's span, sliding down next to them and dragging them onto his lap, their back to his front. Then, he'd growl in the MC's ear, his voice husky and deep as he orders them. "Show me." He uses his teeth, lips, tongue, and hands to caress and coax until the MC loses control. Then, afterwards, once the real issue is revealed, Manerkol frowns and then says, "I would give my very soul to you if you only asked. I want you, everything about you, to the point of insanity. Do not ever ask me for anything. Simply claim it."

Zach would silently make their way to the MC, draw no attention to themselves, and watch them quietly until they climax. Then, once the MC is done, they clear their throat and make eye contact before licking their lips, pushing away from the wall they were leaning against and rumble, "My turn to make you scream now." Once everything is said and done, they hold the MC close and apologize for not tending to them sooner. "The day will come when I've proven it enough to you that I am always here, here for you and anything you need, that you won't even give it a second thought before asking for what you want. I look forward to that day."

Cy would never have that happen tbh. They are a HIGHLY sexual person, and the MC just breathing is enough to set them off. No matter how hectic things get, Cy will MAKE time for it. The MC is not getting away without at least a couple of orgasms per day. Plus, they are always ready to give the MC anything they want, so they'd be SUPER confused if the MC tried to hold back about telling them what they need. If something like that comes to light, Cy would frown disapprovingly, grab their chin, and tell the MC, "Songbird, everything that makes you you is mine. You belong to me. Your fear, your joy, your needs, your doubts. I want all of it. Do not deny me a single thing about you. I will always have it in the end."

[ateez-himari]

[241012] JONGHO DAY

[NEW UPLOAD FROM HIMARI]

ATEEZ(에이티즈) @/ATEEZofficial

[#히마리] To my most perfect harmony, happiest of birthdays! I hope we can continue singing our hearts out under the bright lights together for the rest of our lives ❤️ The cutest, strongest teddy bear, who still hums me lullabies in the waiting rooms, enjoy today and every day to come after this, love you! #ATEEZ #애이티즈

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mikah @/himaswife Replying to @/ATEEZofficial The fact that after just one month apart he missed singing with Hima so much that he rested his head on hers after their last harmony 😭 She was so excited to hold his hand too...our sweet maknaes

sweethwa @/weonfirewihomhae Replying to @/ATEEZofficial i'm gonna cry, this girl stayed up almost all night to bake this cake because she had no idea how to make Jjongbear without using sugar paste (since he can't eat things that are too sweet) 🥹 and she was the one who taught him how to paint ??

GOTTA WORK GOTTA WORK @/lightuptiny Replying to @/ATEEZofficial they have such a quiet but comfortable love, just look at all the times she uses his shoulder to rest, she always seems so content and he looks so calm 🤧 they're two babies who grew into adults together

왔다 갔다 @/yeosangiecookie Replying to @/ATEEZofficial I love how he gets to be his eldest brother self with her, you can see how much more protective he acts any time she's there. Obviously he likes being taken care of by his hyungs but he basically drops all his defenses with her 🥺

Eri @/ateenypresent Replying to @/ATEEZofficial he's her perfect harmony, someone hand me a tissue 😭 their voices truly fit so well with each other...and the smiles whenever they get to hit a high note together is so precious, that's how they show their love

[alienoresimagines]

WIP Wednesday/Last Line Tag

Thank you @heretoobsessstuff @nicijones @onyxsboxes @majorbuckyegan @happy-days19 for the tag 🥹❤️

His gaze darts to John’s right eye, the large bruise covering it no longer as dark as it had been a week ago but rather a greenish color surrounding a melted brown. His gut churns. 

He misses the white of the jacket making the red of breathless laughter on John’s cheeks stand out.

The army-issued jacket does not provide as much of a protection against the cold as John’s white sheepskin did, with its thick fur John never bothered to wash the dirt off. 

“It could have kept you warm. Winter’s going to be a cold one.” Those were the wrong words to say, Gale knows it immediately. He sounds like a housewife worrying about her husband going to the pub without his scarf, and his bitten nails sink in the tender skin of his palm in a silent admonition. The words are patronizing in a way that John could have laughed at were they in Texas or Idaho, but in this barren land has him raising his hackles like a dog, shoulders tensing and mouth twisting in a sneer. It twists John’s features into something dark and mean, only heightened by the purplish bags under his eyes, and Gale feels ice form in his gut, contrasting greatly with the warmth burning through his uniform where their shoulders and knees bump together.

“Y’think we’ll still be here come winter?” Bitterness makes John’s words sharp and daring, like setting a trap for Gale to fall into and greet him with bitter accusations of defeatism. It’s only been a few weeks, but Gale knows how it goes and how to feather the twinge of anger in his chest. He won’t rise to the bait. He’s a better man than his father. 

Away from them, in the clearing where the cabins are sparser and the dirt field wide and bare, the rocks are still painted with the blood of that unknown soldier. He’s too tired to play this game of tugging with John. Biting his tongue to keep stinging words back, Gale sighs, and drops his chin to his chest like he has some patience and heartfelt  reassurance left to dig from. He is nothing like his father. “I don’t think it’s a bad idea to plan in case we are,” he says carefully, letting each word weigh on his tongue before breathing life into them. Still, they sound clumsy, more of an avoidance to fight than an actual solution and Gale fears John will press deeper in the wound until even Gale snaps. Lately, things have been setting him on edge more easily. Or more things have been setting him on edge lately, Gale can’t tell the difference.

Np tagging to @amiserableseriesofevents @soliloquy-dawn @wayrad @air-exec and @sleepr-agent420

And uno reverse but also np tagging to @onyxsboxes @nicijones @heretoobsessstuff @happy-days19 and @majorbuckyegan

I know some of you have tagged me today lmao but you can take this as me tagging you for next week's WIP Wednesday, I'm just securing weekly crumbs like a check point in a game 🥰💕

[reichiin033]

( #FGO #テスカトリポカ #fategrandorder )

" Another war? Very well. Build it bigger, crueler and higher. "

- Tezcatlipoca

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I just got through Lostbelt 7 a few days ago.. Honestly I still can't move on (emotionally) as usual whenever I finish as tear jerking story 😭✨

There were some minor character deaths and everything else 😭 I learned alot more about Aztec and Mayan mythology lore drops!

(Personally find it Very helpful because I have an OC who's kinda related to this myth!)

I'll definitely miss all the Deinos on that losbelt! And the friends we lost there 😢✨

To those playing the game in NA good luck with the ORT raid! If I did it without retrying you can do it too 🙏☺️!

Some people say they got bored with this Lostbelt chapter, though as for my personal opinion I enjoyed it thoroughly as much as I did with the other chapters 🥺❤️🙏 (maybe it all comes down to personal preferences? Idk wahhh)

Also, I got our best bro Tezcatlipoca and Tlaloc from the banner while I'm going through the main story ! I kinda like his kit for an arts Assasin! Now I understand why he got into meta servants after his release! He's very strong! 🥹❤️ And Very cool too!

Tonight I'm posting my very first art for January 2025 and drew him in commemoration because I kinda like how his character was written for this LB 🙏✨! Thanks for coming home Tez! ✨🥺 I'll definitely enjoy using you alot from now on 🤣

Anyways hope Kukulcan comes home too (I only got a few rolls left, good luck me! 😭)

Thanks for dropping by guys and reading through! I'll come back with another update as soon as possible! Mwahhh!

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(PLEASE DO NOT USE /SHARE ON OTHER PLATFORMS/ REUPLOAD MY DRAWING WITHOUT MY PERMISSION)

Tezcatlipoca belongs to Fate/Grand Order

EVERYTHING On This FANART is Drawn by ME including the background.

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#Rei_Art

[robinbuckleysfringe]

you are in love.

tom blyth social media au

pairing: tom blyth x reader

warnings: none

part 1 | part 2 | part 3 | part 4 | part 5 | part 6

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1 year later

*yninstagram has posted*

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yninstagram in honour of season 5 finally being released, here's some bts pics from earlier seasons that never made it to the 'gram. love to all involved with making this final season such a blast ❤️

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tomblyth proud of you!! can't wait to watch!!

↪️ rachelzegler watch party at yours then, yeah?

↪️ hunterschafer omw 🫶🏻

↪️ joshandresrivera rach said to tell you that we're getting on the next plane to see you, so don't start the final season till we're there 💕

↪️ yninstagram oh my goshhhh, love you guys 🥺🥺🥺💕💕💕💕

florencepugh cannot wait to watch you shine ❤️⭐️⭐️⭐️

↪️ yninstagram 🫶🏻🫶🏻🫶🏻

strangerthings it's been a pleasure 🫶🏻

↪️ yninstagram 🫶🏻

gatenm123 thanks for being the best onscreen sister. already missing you ❤️

↪️ yninstagram love you gaten ❤️

sadiesink we all love you!!! thanks for keeping the boys in check 🫶🏻🫶🏻🫶🏻

↪️ yninstagram 🫡❤️

joekeery thanks for making the last few years so much fun and parenting these children with me xx

↪️ yninstagram love you forever joe 🫡🫶🏻💕

milliebobbybrown aww, missing you already y/n ❤️❤️❤️

↪️ yninstagram miss you too mils ❤️

josephquinn congrats on the final season x

↪️ yninstagram thanks joe. wish you could've been there, set felt quiet without you this season 💔😥

user can't believe it's the final season 😭😭😭😭

user I'm so excited!!

user don't know if I can bring myself to watch, I don't want the show to end!! 😭😭😭

user ahhhhh!!!! so excited to finally watch it!!

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*yninstagram has posted*

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yninstagram one year of loving you. happy anniversary love ❤️🫶🏻😘

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tomblyth love you sweetheart ❤️😘

↪️ yninstagram love you too ❤️❤️❤️

rachelzegler obsessed with the way Tom is holding lenny. happy anniversary guys 🫶🏻🫶🏻🫶🏻🫶🏻

↪️ yninstagram love you rach ❤️

↪️ tomblyth thanks rach xx

hunterschafer congrats on finally becoming insta official xxx

↪️ yninstagram thanks hunter 🫶🏻🫶🏻🫶🏻

user omg they're actually together???

user I know they've been rumoured together since beginning of 2024 but it stills feels crazy for y/n to drop this on us

user omg tom and lenny 🥺🥺🥺

user the 3rd pic 🥹🥹🥹. they look so happy together 🥺🥺🥺

user omg mum and dad are actually dating!!!

user they're so cute wtf

user stopppp this is so cute!!!!!

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tomblyth happy anniversary my love, can't wait to see what the next year brings us ❤️

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yninstagram love you big time 😘🥰❤️

↪️ tomblyth love you ❤️

rachelzegler you guys are too cute 😍😍😍

↪️ yninstagram rach stopppp 🥺🥺🥺

hunterschafer ❤️

user tom's first post in ages and its for their anniversary??? I can't 🥹🥹🥹

user they're literally so cute together wtf

user so iconic of them to go insta official with an anniversary post tbh

user I want what they have so bad omg 😭😭😭

user they're so in love omg 🥺🥺

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tomholland2013 it was so lovely to see you again x

↪️ yninstagram miss you guys 🫶🏻🫶🏻

zendaya aw, love you y/n 💕

↪️ yninstagram love you Z

joshandresrivera do you think we'll be allowed back in that restaurant?

↪️ yninstagram absolutely not

↪️ user omg, what happened??

rachelzegler you did me so dirty with that photo. I really look like I don't wanna be there

↪️ yninstagram we were basically 3rd wheeling while our boyfriends went out on a date

↪️ rachelzegler 100%

tomblyth loved our double date with rach and josh

↪️ yninstagram you mean your date with josh and me and rach 3rd wheeling

↪️ joshandresrivera 😂 love you, man x

hunterschafer haven't seen you in so long!!! miss you already girly!!! 🫶🏻🫶🏻🫶🏻🫶🏻🫶🏻

↪️ yninstagram miss you tooooo!!!!! 🫶🏻🫶🏻🫶🏻🫶🏻🫶🏻🫶🏻

user need me a friend that takes cute pictures of me like that

user y/n's really living the best life out here

user omg tom and zendaya are so cute!!!

user omgggg love that photo of tom, josh and rachel!!

user rachel's face has me creasing omg 😂😂😂

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one more part left of this little series :((

[the-kr8tor]

Can you pretty please write a bdas one where r gathers the crew up and shows them how to sew a wound the same way she showed Hobie on the island? I think it'd be funny to know the different reactions.

Like, some would be concerned that r js dragged her blade through her palm, some would think r turned crazy, and some would think r's badass. The reasoning for her teaching would be that she realized the crew would be dropping left and right without her. With the fact that they're too reckless sometimes.

Please and thanks Katy!! Love your writing so much and I hope you're doing well 💕💗💜

I miss writing for the pirate sillies 🥹 I hope you like it! ❤️

Pairing: Pirate! Hobie Brown x fem! Reader

Word count: 1.1k

Tags: No use of Y/N, so specific physical description of the reader, pirate AU, reader is a medical professional don't worry, set in my BDAS series. Between the devil and the sea AU, CW blood and injury, spider trio cameo, fluff.

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“Why do we have to go through this again?” Gwen groans as you push her towards the infirmary of the ship.

“Because you're all too reckless and I keep stitching you all up more than a seamstress stitches clothes!” You exclaim as you and Gwen enter the room.

The two of you are met with rambunctious laughter and chatter. A few of the members play around on the surgery table, playing around it and pretending they're doing surgery on Miles, who's laying still on the table. You cringe at the fact that they're holding your precious instruments with their bare hands that still stinks of gunpowder and wood. Hobie, your captain that's supposed to be a role model, chases Pavitr around with a jar of a specimen floating around in fluid. Pav screams, running all over the already small infirmary.

As if things couldn't be worse, James looks through the medicine cabinet while Yuri urges him to drink a mysterious vial that would definitely kill a grown elephant.

You let go of Gwen and shut the door with a resounding slam. It doesn't take much for them to quiet down after seeing the stern look on your face.

Hobie freezes in place, mid chase as he holds the jar above his head. Clearing his throat, he gently places the jar down on the shelf and gestures for everyone to stand to one side of the room. All the while smiling sheepishly at you like a child caught with his hand inside the cookie jar. Or in this case, inside a dead frog floating in amber fluid.

Miles almost staggers as he jumps off the table because of the gauze sticking on his eyelids. Gwen stifles a laugh, heading towards him with a helping hand and tugging the bandage off. You and Hobie share a look from their interaction. Smiling softly at the two lovebirds.

“Right,” you sigh out when everyone is standing to one side of the table while you're on the other end. “I called you in here because— Yuri.” Turning towards the raven haired, you open your palm out to her.

“What?” She says innocently.

You only give her a look, brow raised and fingers opening and closing.

With a sigh and a disgruntled groan, she takes a vial out of her pocket and hands it to you before returning back into the line.

“Good, as I was saying, I called you all in here today to teach you the basics of treating an injured crew member.”

James raises his hand.

“What is it James?”

“We can only treat fellow crew members?” He asks, scratching his cheek.

“No, anyone you want to help, I guess.”

Yuri raises her hand.

“Yes, Yuri?”

“What if I don't want to help them and they're actually a prick?”

You sigh, pinching the bridge of your nose. “I don't know, Yuri, it depends on who you're talking about.”

James raises his hand again, side eyeing Yuri.

You groan, “yes, James?”

“I think she was talking about me.” He points at Yuri accusingly.

“Then she has to help you—”

Hobie raises his hand, smiling from ear to ear.

“Yes, captain?” You warn him with your tone.

“I need to go to the loo.” A resounding guffaw echoes out.

“Oh for fucks sake!” You unsheathe your dagger, showing off the newly sharpened metal.

“Shit, love!” Hobie yelps in shock, but his smile says he's impressed and even proud.

The crew members gasp, some in a panic and some in amusement. Pav was the former, almost looking like he's about to cry at the sight of you holding your dagger right above the back of your hand.

“What're you doin'?” Hobie has his hand reaching towards you, feet slowly inching to your side. “C’mon, love, we were just jokin’”

“Oh, I know. Don't do this on your own.” You shrug as you cut deeply at the back of your hand, wincing at the pain as Hobie rushes to your side and takes the dagger away from you and then grabs your bleeding hand.

“Fuck! Why'd you do that?!” Hobie panics, while the other crew members scream at the blood dripping from your hand down to the floorboards.

“Fucking badass.” Yuri nods in approval together with James who is in awe of the deep cut.

“As a demonstration.” You say calmly, but with the way your jaw tightens, you're in pain. “What—” you hiss as Hobie grips the cut, trying to stop the bleeding. “What are you going to do in this situation?”

“What?!” Gwen bolts over to your shelves to find a clean cloth. “You're fucking bleeding!”

“Exactly,” You say in between clenched teeth. Hobie's petting your hand and murmuring apologies against it. “Hobie, I'm fine.”

“I can see through your hand!” He cries out, eyes glimmering as the ship rocks against the waves.

“Yeah and you're doing great at trying to stop the bleeding.” You praise him, only to be met with a confused look. Turning towards the bewildered crew members and to Pav, who's being held up by Miles lest he falls on his knees. “You're going to need some clean cloth to stop it, or else you're increasing my chance of getting infected.”

“Scuttlebutt, I love you, but what the fuck?” He whisper yells as if he's about to lose his voice.

“I love you too, remember what I taught you back on the island.” You beam at him, kissing the tip of his nose briefly.

Hobie inhales and straightens up like the real captain that he is. “Gwen, the cloth is on your right, inside the top drawer.” Gwen does what she's told, frantically ripping out clean fabric. “Yuri, grab the antiseptic inside that shelf, it's the green jar.” Yuri mocks a salute and then heads towards the shelf. “James, the suture kit is on that table, you can't miss it.”

James rushes to get the needle and thread as Gwen packs your wound with the cloth. “Good on you, Gwen.”

“Don't fucking do that again.” She points at you as Hobie tightens his hold on your wound, effectively stopping the bleeding. You could only smile at her.

“Miles—” Hobie calls for him, only to find that he's holding onto an unconscious Pav whilst fanning his face. “Uh, take care of Pav.”

The captain meets with your eyes as you grin at him. “What's next, captain?”

“Scuttle work for you next week once you're healed.” He threatens, worry still etched on his face as he checks if the blood has stopped flowing out.

“Aww, that's not part of it though.” His grey eyes narrow, a smile curling at the corner of his lips. “I love you, good job.” You say with a lilt, eyes shining bright and alert, a good sign for Hobie.

He clicks his tongue in reply, but he still places a quick kiss on your wrist before laying your hand on the table to continue treating you and in turn teaching the crew. The scuttle work will be worth it now that you have taught them all a valuable lesson that might save someone's life in the future.

If you liked this please check out my pirate au series! 🩵

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I'm Not Crying, You're Crying (Eddie Cries While Watching Tarzan)

@corrodedcoffinfest Day 27: You'll Be In My Heart

WC: 653

A/N: Okay... so I may have gone a bit rogue on this one. I know the prompt list explained this one as 'navigating love on the road', but when I hear the words You'll Be In My Heart I can't think of anything BUT Tarzan. So here's the weird little bit of fluff I came up with.

Tags: College!Corroded Coffin, crying, Eddie thinking about motherhood and the role it's played in his life, surprise at the end. It's an AU... but not the way you might think.

Divider created by @strangergraphics

In one of the smallest dorm rooms on the USI campus, four twenty-somethings had gathered around a glowing screen on a rainy Tuesday night.

“Wait, she’s taking the baby into a fucking tree?”

Eddie rolled his eyes, “Yes, Grant, she’s a gorilla. Gorillas climb trees sometimes.”

“But what if she drops it?”

Gareth scoffed, chiming in. “This is a Disney movie, idiot, that isn’t gonna happen.”

“I just watched a baby gorilla get mauled by a cheetah!” Grant yelled, incredulity plain on his face as he pointed to the TV. “You think they’d show that but draw the line at babies falling from trees?”

“A leopard mauled the baby gorilla.” Jeff corrected. “Cheetahs live in the savannah, dumbass.” 

“Would you all kindly shut the fuck up?” Eddie silenced them all, eyes trained on the TV with rapt attention as he watched Kala climb up the gnarled branches of a jungle tree, Phil Collins’ You’ll Be In My Heart crooning through the speakers. “You’re missing it.”

The other three looked at each other, confused but too scared to ask why he cared so much about some kids' movie, and continued to watch until-

“Dude, are you crying?”

“No!” Eddie sniffed, wiping furiously at his eyes. “You’re crying!”

Gareth’s nose scrunched up. “Bro, nothing sad is even happening, the mom got a new baby and the baby got a new mom-”

“They’re happy tears, jerkwad!” Eddie bit back, punctuating his reply with another sniffle. “This whole scene is about motherhood and loving your kid no matter what and it’s fucking beautiful, if you had a heart you’d be crying too!”

Jeff and Grant were laughing- to their credit, it was quietly and mostly to themselves. Gareth put on a mask of mock-sympathy as he grabbed a tissue and handed it to Eddie. “Those are some big feelings you’re having there, huh buddy?”

Eddie scowled at Gareth, swiping the tissue from him aggressively. He blew his nose into it, but not without giving Gare the finger first. 

Gareth patted Eddie’s back. “That’s okay, let it out big guy.” 

Eventually, the chuckling subsided until everyone’s focus returned to the movie. However, that scene still lingered in Eddie’s mind- the message about motherhood that this movie drove home for him every time he watched it. How Tarzan wouldn’t have grown into the man he was without Kala; a man so sure of his decisions, who trusted himself because his mother trusted him first. How no matter what happened, she stood by him and allowed him to chart his own course in life. 

Discreetly, Eddie pulled his phone from his pocket, tapping on his screen until he’d opened up a text thread. Quickly, he typed out a message. 

Love you, mom ❤️

The reply was instant, as it always was. 

I love you too bud! Everything okay?

Eddie smiled to himself as he typed out his response.

Yeah, all good! Just feeling extra thankful for my mom today :)

He turned his eyes back to the movie after hitting send, keeping his attention on the screen until he felt his phone buzz once, then again a few seconds later.

Aw, buddy! 🥹 That made my day!

I’m so proud of the man you’ve grown up to be. I raised a good one 😌

Eddie smiled, pride blooming in his chest. He and his mom had been through a lot, but they’d made it through because they’d had each other. Eddie couldn’t imagine what life might have been like for him if he hadn’t had her by his side. Who would he be? What kind of man would Eddie Munson have become? 

Now, here he was at college with his friends- his band- with a world of possibilities ripe for his picking. Could he have even gotten here without her support every step of the way? 

Maybe, he thought, but I would have been a hell of a lot more lonely.