pyrokineticwarrior

[pyrokineticwarrior]

😳 <- this emoji but without the blush or romantic connotation. im not blushing im staring you directly in your fucking eyes

#delvin; musings

[pyrokineticwarrior]

you motherfuckers better be lifting with your legs and not your back

#delvin; musings

[pyrokineticwarrior]

@ayakoito

#devlin x aya

[pyrokineticwarrior]

When Gemina's lips brushed against his ear, delivering her urgent plea, Devlin's heart ached. How could she think he can go through with stabbing her, even at the slightest risk it can prove fatal? Did she not know how deeply he cared for her? Did all his actions not prove how much he would be lost, without her?

Then- he made a decision. The easiest decision. With a swift nod, Devlin acknowledged Gemina's whispered instructions for he knew what he had to do. His hand moved instinctively to his side, where his sword was sheathed. In one fluid motion, he drew the sword and turned to face the grinning slayers.

His eyes were burning with determination, keeping his voice steady as he declared: "I won't do your bidding anymore. Gemina is not what you think she is. She might be a vampire but she deserves a chance, just as any being does."

Devlin's stance shifted, his sword held firmly in his grip. He squared his shoulders and met the gaze of the slayers with unwavering resolve. "If you want her, you'll have to go through me," he declared, his voice filled with conviction.

Devlin's body tensed, ready to act, as he carefully calculated his next move. He had to ensure their survival and find a way to escape this treacherous situation. With a sudden burst of strength and agility, he swiftly disarmed the slayer standing closest to him, knocking him to the ground.

Using the element of surprise and his extensive training, Devlin swiftly moved to neutralize the remaining threats. His sword became an extension of his will, parrying strikes and delivering calculated blows to incapacitate the slayers without causing fatal harm. They were after all, once his closest friends. It didn't feel right to hurt them- unless they gave him a reason to do so.

@merchantofwhispers

Her laughter only grew louder as Devlin continuously blocked her swings. It was evident that she wasn't going to win; not without teeth, not without claws, but that was fine.

She danced around him, falling into predictable swings and steps, cackling on the occasion he struck back out at her. The entire world seemed to melt away now that she was playing with Devlin -- thats what this was. A game.

It had been so long since she'd simple been allowed to be so careless and joyful, especially in the company of another.

Her stomach dropped though as the whole world came crashing back in at the sound of someone voice. Their scent suddenly pungent on the air, having gone unnoticed as her guard was lowered for their clashing dance.

Gemina's head jerked to the side, a flurry of emotions and thoughts clouding her mind.

She stiffened, her jubilee and warmth stripping away back into a cold and calculated creature. Months of effort gone in moments.

Had Devlin played the long game? Had he betrayed her? If he hadn't, was he now in danger with her presence there?

A fire lit in her chest that burned hotter than the deepest levels of hell, spreading through her veins and consuming her entire being as those grey eyes darted between Devlin in front of her and the grinning hunters standing off to the side.

She felt trapped. Caged.

Cornered.

-And thats when it struck her. For the briefest of moments her expression was soft and mournful - as strikingly human as her laughter had been just before her expression hardened into what it had been the night they'd met in that bloody fight.

Her chest rose rapidly as her lips curled, head thrashing to the side as a hellish noise ripped from her throat. It rattled the trees, sending birds off into the air as they fled her chilling banshee's howl. If they expect Devlin to slay a monster, slay a monster he must.

Perhaps then he'd know peace. Maybe they both would.

The sword in her hand flew from it, spinning through the air with inhuman strength and piercing into the ground like a spear at the feet of one of the grinning hunters.

Then a pivot, sharp claws coming to Devlin's throat as she pushed forward -- notably with far less strength than she actually contained -- and caught his ear with her lips.

"Left of the heart."

She whispered harshly.

"Please."

@pyrokineticwarrior

#merchantofwhispers #threads; devlin/gemina

[pyrokineticwarrior]

#delvin; musings #/that is so him

[pyrokineticwarrior]

#s s motherlode

[pyrokineticwarrior]

Devlin's expression turned from curiosity to surprise as he listened to her confession. The revelation that she had been a spy all along caught him off guard, so he needed a moment to process it all. His gaze shifted slightly as he absorbed the information. Then, with a deep breath, he spoke, "I appreciate your honesty, and I understand why you felt the need to keep your past a secret. It must have been difficult for you. But I won't deny that it's a lot to take in."

He reached out and gently took her hand, offering reassurance through his touch. The way Aya looked after admitting all that made him want to soothe her and be affectionate.

"What matters to me most is what we've shared together, how we've gone closer and that we're important for one another. Aya listen- I believe you when you say that your feelings for me are real and genuine. Trust is important to me, and I want to trust you."

Devlin paused for a moment to embrace her, "I hope now, after all this- we can be as transparent as possible, and it's also my duty to make sure that our relationship is built on openness and trust. I'll work hard to open up just like you have."

@ayakoito

"Not that I know of, no." Her answer was short but clear. Nevertheless, she didn't manage to hold Devlin's gaze for long. Lying was one of her strengths when she was doing her job as a spy, but never when it came to matters that affected her privately and emotionally.

And her classification as a spy was something she had never told Devlin about. It had never affected him personally, but since she had kept it a secret for so long, it might sound that way if she told him now.

"Alright, listen... Maybe something is bothering me after all..." With a sigh, she finally gave in, unable to bear Devlin's impartial questioning gaze any longer. He deserved an honest answer.

"When we first met, I was on a mission. My job was to track down your patron in the arena... I wasn't supposed to kill him, just follow him to gather information for my client. I… I am a spy, Devlin… was a spy. But none of that has anything to do with how I feel about you. Everything I feel for you is real and the truth. I have since ended contact with my client."

Stepping forward a little, she took Devlin's hands in hers and squeezed them. "...I didn't tell you until now because I was afraid you wouldn't want to see me anymore... I'm sorry I didn't tell you sooner. That was stupid of me."

#/ahh sorry for the late reply to this one! #threads; devlin/aya #ayakoito

[pyrokineticwarrior]

@sharpenurdamnknife

#/a convo they had #monsters michelin stars & miracles || devlin x piper

[pyrokineticwarrior]

"You have all my days, but I'd love to spend every waking second with you, doing whatever the birthday boy wishes," he gushed, already teeming with plans to spoil his sweet, gentle Lian. Living here in the mountains, in their sanctuary of a home far from the city life and the demonic entities they faced every day- was no less than a blessing. Now every day felt like a celebration, and Lian deserved to be celebrated- gods he loved him so much!

"This is for you," he began, giving his present- a navy-blue colored hiking backpack with many zippers and pockets, and from the looks of it, it was of really good quality. He held it out in anticipation, waiting for Lian to receive it.

@twistedhxart

”happy birthday my love!”

“Thank you, Devlin. I'd love to spend this day with you.”

#twistedhxart #threads; devlin/lian #/lian's birthday!~ :D

[pyrokineticwarrior]

Devlin was unsure if he simply did not notice, or perhaps Gemina looked like that all the time. Perhaps this was her look of genuine happiness, and that made her look more beautiful. He did not know that it was even possible for Gemina to appear more strickingly gorgeous than she already did, and it tugged on his heart's strings. This is the woman he was willing to risk everything for- his reputation as a slayer. He'd risk his sanity, for the ways he behaved in that cell when she had him locked up all those months ago. And how easily he'd risk his life, getting her out of the burning building, doing everything he was trained not to do, because he was brainwashed into thinking all vampires deserve to have their dreadful demise.

Even now, as he was sword fighting, it felt like a fun, harmless game. He'd avoided the blows, skillfully positioning himself and making the attacks, and that's when there was a rustle in the bushes. Someone was watching them.

"Oy, Devlin! You got that bloodsucker where you need her! Why not finish her off?!" A familiar voice barked at Devlin, and he felt as though he got punched in the gut. The look on his face reflected his outrage and fear that they were caught, and soon two slayers were grinning yet staying in their place, looking expectantly at Devlin and what they believed he was going to do.

@merchantofwhispers

"Once I draw your blood again, do I get to lick the wound clean?"

Gemina had waited until he was completely prepared to let that question off into the air, but did not wait for an answer. She used that moment to swing upwards, aiming specifically for his sword with the sole intention of letting him feel the force of it.

More than a century had passed since she'd dueled anyone in this manner and she could feel her own rustiness as she sidestepped him to swing again, but the clash of metal and her clumsy step back after only fueled a giddy laugh.

As she locked gazes once again with Devlin her smile only broadened, a youthful shimmer in those pale eyes; the trained, contained demeanor was starting to fade away to reveal someone far more playful - more jubilant - than she let on.

@pyrokineticwarrior

#merchantofwhispers #/oh nooo #threads; devlin/gemina

[pyrokineticwarrior]

"Please share," Devlin answered, for he genuinely loved to hear a story, much like a man on an expedition and he sat down after the sun has gone down, and was listening to a long tale by the fire. One day, he must take Ajay to his hiking trails, or just do anything that may allow him to spend as much time with the man as he can. Devlin found his wisdom to be valuable and he took his words seriously. As Ajay informed to treat like he is serious about her, he nodded. That's what he wanted, what his heart wanted to do, this whole time. Holding back just felt wrong, and he didn't want to just assume he was going too fast. Knowing how Jocasta was like, she would probably tell him and he'd behave accordingly. "I think this is the best idea, and I tend to over-complicate things whenever I overthink it." He held a calm smile on his face now. "Thank you for that story Sir. It's such a wholesome retelling and it makes me think that people just don't love like how they did back in the days."

@icarian-carrion

"Did I ever tell you how I won Shanthi over, son?" He has, but he'll do it again and again, over and over. "All I had was one night talking to her, her name, and the college she went to. But I knew she was the only woman for me. So every time we stopped during the tour, I'd find a payphone and take out the phonebook I stole from the bar, and I'd call the school. Every number for the school. Biology building, history teacher, student lounge, student newspaper - everyone. Because I knew she was my wife. I knew before she knew. But she caught up eventually." He laughs. "Hard to get is for children and idiots. Treat her like you are serious about her, because you are. If she says slow, or wait, you do it, because you know where you're going with her. Until then, let her see that."

@pyrokineticwarrior

#icariancarrion #threads; devlin/ajay

[pyrokineticwarrior]

Devlin couldn't believe what he was hearing. She really thought he would get grossed out by her, or even sick of her? Maybe he did not do a good job in reassuring her before, but he was willing to do so as many times as it took. She was always there for him, whether to protect him, to fight alongside, or teaching him how to butcher some fresh meat. In truth, she did not need him- the girl was an island. But she chose him anyway and he loved her for it.

"Piper, I'm not going anywhere. Your body might be going through changes, but that doesn't change how I feel about you. I love you, and I'm here to support you through it all, even the messy and unpredictable parts. Nothing could ever gross me out or make me lose interest in you. You're carrying our child, and that makes you just as beautiful and amazing to me as before."

He brought her close, the touch alone sending shivers throughout his body. It beckoned to just how reactive he was to her intimate touches. Kissing her over his lips, he grinned, "yeah we can do healthy alternatives for cravings, and it's something we can just work on together, you know? And maybe... instead of going to the gym, I can just make one in our basement? How do these ideas sound to you, babe?"

@sharpenurdamnknife

#/oh he's gonna find ways to stop her alright >:D #/saved #/thought this was a cute place to end the thread #threads; devlin/piper #/might have another one when the in-home gym is set up or we can continue that plotline of piper's mom and that dramaaaa #sharpenurdamnknife

[pyrokineticwarrior]

Devlin's mind wandered, and he began to wonder on his own experiences. He thought about the sacrifices he had made as a warrior, the challenges he had faced, and the weight of responsibility he carried. He questioned whether it was worth it, just like when Gemina had questioned Psyche's willingness to perform for a god who seemed determined to hate her.

Amidst his contemplation, Devlin found himself drawn to Gemina's understanding presence. He valued her insights and empathy, and he recognized the significance of her words. A question arose in his mind and soon as it did, it flowed effortlessly out of his soft lips.

"Gemina, do you ever feel that way? Do you ever question if it's worth performing, worth toiling for those who may not appreciate or understand our efforts?"

@merchantofwhispers

Gemina continued to listen intently, nodding gently to show that she was following along on every word. Once Devlin reached another pause she finally pushed up and sat up, watching him with tired eyes.

"How strange that her suffering seems to be the key point of her story.." Gemina offered with the smallest tilt of her head to the side. "To be cursed in such a way, to have your lover hide in secret, and for him to flee so quickly when all she wanted was answers.. And now she must perform for the god who hated her so to earn him back?"

Perhaps the story felt familiar for more than one reason.

"I can only imagine how exhausted Psyche must have felt."

@pyrokineticwarrior

#merchantofwhispers #threads; devlin/gemina #/oop-! a sensitive point there dev!

[pyrokineticwarrior]

Devlin excitedly hands the chips to her, quite pleased with himself for remembering after all this time.

"Because I got some for you."

@icarian-carrion

“Geetha what is your favorite snack?” *hides something behind him*

"... Ketchup chips, why?"

@pyrokineticwarrior

#icariancarrion #threads; devlin/geetha #/he just wants to make her smile

[pyrokineticwarrior]

@pyrokineticwarrior

#monsters michelin stars & miracles || devlin x piper #🏛 places and locations

[pyrokineticwarrior]

"You know I can't work out without a trustworthy partner to watch me as I make those glorious deep squats. Just not the same!"

"I guess... I've been having some thoughts again. I just feel like I'm not in control of anything and this is the only way I can regain that. Plus- stressed out by the demigod boot camp thing. And I'm seeing someone and it doesn't hurt to look just a bit extra good, you know, for the confidence boost? She's super confident."

@worldofsenelfy

“Will, can you spot me as I do some reps?”

"Sure, bud. Can't skip leg day. And you know how much I like watching your butt. It's my pleasure."

"You're taking your workout schedule more serious these days. Did I miss something?"

@pyrokineticwarrior

#worldofsenelfy #threads; devlin/will #/he's catching up with his buddy

[pyrokineticwarrior]

"I think he might have known I was a slayer. I haven't really been hunting vampires for a while. I just... something else has been occupying my time. Rogue members turning against one another- and well, my attention overall on you and your overall state of wellbeing."

@merchantofwhispers

"Gemina, some vampire tried to take me into the woods and ensnare me in a badly made trap. I'm offended that he did not try harder."

"Now I wonder why he'd go about trying that." Gemina said with an air of amusement. "I'm almost sad you didn't follow him in just to see if he had any reason for attempting. Do you think he was just trying to feed or did he know of your occupation?"

@pyrokineticwarrior

#devlin; answers #merchantofwhispers #threads; devlin/gemina #/dev stop complaining to mina at every inconvenience lol