Betrayed by a Friend
Warnings: Very vague mentions of violence. (Itās Floyd what do you expect)
Word count: 1,060
Pairings: Azul Ashengrotto x gn!reader, Jade Leech x gn!reader, Floyd Leech x gn!reader, Vil Schoenheit x gn!reader.
Azul knows how it feels to be betrayed by a friend
He knows it very well
So when his significant other comes into his office at Mostro Lounge and stumbles into his arms
Azul is deeply concerned for them
Itās very rare for Azul to see anyone crying as hard as you were in this moment
But as the ever benevolent young man he is Azul is more than happy to just let you sob in his arms for however long you need
Heād rub your back gently and press soft kisses to your head
Once Azul was confident you were breathing consistently and tears were quietly rolling down your cheeks
Instead of the rasping and irregular breaths you were taking while sobbing your poor heart out
Azul would gently ask what happened
Hands cupping your cheeks, wiping your tears away with his thumbs
His forehead pressed to yours
When you do manage to convey to him that you got betrayed by someone you considered a friend
Azul is immediately plotting a murder
Logically he knows he canāt actually kill somebody because they made his significant other cry
But emotionally? Azul wants nothing more than to have to call in that favour the Leech twinās father owes him
Instead of voicing those desires, Azul settles for continuing to hold you to his chest
Telling you that itās okay if you need to cry more, that heās here for you. No matter how long it takes for you to start feeling better.
Somehow manages to get you a glass of water without even moving from his spot beside you
It even has a cute little bendy straw that looks like a heart! (Itās his favourite gag gift the leech twins ever gave him, but donāt tell either of the tweels)
Jade had been trying to subtly warn you about the person you called a friend
He has ears in the walls all across campus so Jade had a suspicion about what was upcoming
That doesnāt mean he is rude to you about this topic
Really all he does is try and hint that perhaps this friend isnāt as kind as they would have you believe
So when this friend does inevitably betray you, Jade is right there beside you
Ready and willing to offer you comfort
While heās not quite as tactile as his brother when it comes to his affections
Jade is more than happy to wrap you up in his arms and embrace you as you cry
Heāll even offer you a clean handkerchief from his breast pocket
Jade will remain by your side for as much time as you need him to
Heād definitely rub your back gently as you cried against his chest
Would get you a tall glass of cool water so you donāt get dehydrated
Heās more than happy to spend the day acting as if he was your butler, tending to your every need
Eventually Jade manages to lull you into having a nap
Probably having told you something along the lines of āyouāve had such a rough day, donāt you think you deserve some rest Dearest. Sleep, Iāll take care of everything elseā
After youāve fallen asleep Jade calmly walks to Mostro Lounge and immediately begins preparing for the arrival of a special guest
Jade would intimidate charm his way into your former friendās dorm to pick them up
So he bring them back to Mostro Lounge for the extra special evening he prepared for the two of them
People tend to overlook Jadeās violent tendencies due to Floyd being more obvious
But after an evening in Jadeās care, it is all but guaranteed your former will never overlook or forget them again
Floyd does his absolute best to cheer you up when he sees you crying
Telling you funny stories
Offering up snacks and beverages to you
Squeezing you (gently), close to his chest
Kissing your tears away as they roll down your cheeks
But if Floyd canāt get you to talk to him at all in the first 5-10 minutes heās with you?
Floyd will kinda just set you down
Somewhere he knows would be a comfortable place to sit
And then heād just leave you
Because as much as Floyd loves his precious Jelly-kun
He also doesnāt have the temperament or attention span to sit with someone while they cry
However Floyd gladly takes care of that filthy guppy who betrayed you
After he finds out about it of course
If you canāt tell him yourself Azul will gladly spill the beans
Thus begins Floydās new mission of the week
Making your former friendās life a living hell
First Floyd would start by following them around silently
Never making a move to hurt them, but just letting them know
Heās watching them always
Then when Floyd gets bored of making the paranoid heād promptly break as many of their bones as he could
Vilās first priority is to get you to stop crying
It is his one singular goal
Everything else can come later
Right now, he wants you to stop crying
So he will do absolutely everything it takes for him to succeed.
Heād wipe your tears away with a handkerchief made from a silk and cotton blend
Only the best for his Sweet Potato
Vil gladly offers you hugs and cuddles if thatās what you require
Would pet your hair and back if it helped
Definitely would allow you to cry into his shoulder
As long as you donāt have any dark makeup on, of course
Heād hate for the lovely matching pyjamas you got for the two of you to become stained
When he does get you to calm down enough he can understand you
Vil is pissed
It isnāt easy to get Vil to lose any and all respect he has for a person
Not only are they being a back stabbing bitch? But one that hurts the people that love them? On purpose!?
Thatās just about the fastest way one could achieve that
So needless to say Vil is definitely going to be giving that former friend of yours the cold shoulder permanently
And you know what they say about Vil, heās truly a trend setter worldwide
Soon the person will feel as lost and abandoned as you felt in the moment they betrayed you.
Hello Dears, this post is actually one that I dedicate to a person who is going through a tough time right now. Hope youāre doing better now sweetheart <3
In other news, Jupiter is an idiot who forgot that I had this written. Whoops
Anyway if you enjoyed reading this post and want to read more from me please check out previous wishes, or make a wish of your own.
Sincerely, Jupiter
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Hidden Beneath the Paint
Warnings: Explicit Violence, Blood, Toxic/Abusive Relationships, Unhealthy Power Dynamics, Kidnapping, Nudity, Death, Yandere
Wordcount: 8,440
Pairings: Yandere! Rook Hunt x gn!reader
Within the National Museum of Art a small group of people stood in front of a painting of a tiger sitting in the shade of a mango tree. They were all carefully inspecting it not in criticism but in complete awe of the artist.
āThe tiger feels as though it might stand up and start to chase me any second.This is truly Mr. Huntās best work,ā Chirped an overly enthusiastic art director, having just bought the painting. A wave of appreciative murmurs flowed across the crowd as they all continued to heap praise upon the stunning works of Mr. Hunt.Ā
Little did the crowd know that the object of their praise was merely a room over in the gallery, browsing amongst the photography section. Rook Hunt as he was known to the public was getting quite tired of the same song and dance that he was required to go through during the showings of his work. Listen to the endless droll of people lauding him for his works, pretend to be humble and deny his talent, talk about his next project. The ceaseless praises that had once fueled the younger more naĆÆve version of himās desire to jump into painting once more, was now a cause for him to postpone his next project. That desire had dried up along with his boyhood.Ā
After countless years of immortalizing forests, tundras, fields of flowers, the savanna and the majority of the animals that call those habitats home, Rook had recently found his well of inspiration had dried up as well. He missed the days that his ability to find beauty in the natural world around him was readily available.
He sighed fondly at the memory of running through this very building to look at the impressionist paintings that dazzled him in his teenage years. Although he had never been an impressionist himself he had always loved the simplistic beauty of them, the bright colours and stunningly pure subjects had always intrigued him. It was that desire for purity that had often bothered the public who viewed his work.Ā
Peering eyes who knew nothing at all about him or his methods always pestered him with the same question. Why do you refuse to paint people? And in truth, the answer was simple, Rook had always thought of them as dull subjects. In his eyes humans are a still lit cigarette butt. They are fiery for but a moment until they hit the pavement and flicker out. They are used up and disgusting, tainting anything they come in contact with. And only a desperate fool would see anything worth immortalizing on canvas in them.Ā
But the truth is harsh to the ears of the unaware, so he lies and makes excuses. Saying things like ā I haven't met my muse quite yetā or āMy skills in painting people never comes close to matching the quality of my other works. And I only want to show the very best work I can to you allā. He then will smile shyly before politely excusing himself.
After a moment more in the gallery he exited with a flourish, dissatisfied yet again with a place he thought might bring his inspiration back home to his arms. His self pitying spree had so far taken him through over half of the city and was driving him further into a nihilistic chasm. The spiral of thought provoking reminiscing Rook was going through was abruptly interrupted by a tap on the shoulder accompanied by a soft voice.
āExcuse me sir, but I was wondering if you might be able to help me. I'm a bit lost.āĀ
They were shorter than him and they appeared to be, almost scared. When he locked eyes with them his misery dissipated, slowly but surely. With a smile growing across his face like a springās bloom after a violent winter he reassured the stranger.
Ā āWhere are you heading?ā He inquired.Ā
āI need to find Dorian Hall, I was told it was on Campus but near the museum butā¦ so far I haven't seen anything close.ā They confessed.Ā
Rook nodded as they explained, he had noticed that they subconsciously fluttered their hands when they spoke and he was completely enamored by it.Ā
āI would be happy to guide you, I was actually heading that way myself,ā He spoke with a slight chuckle, as he held out his arm for them to take with a charming confidence. The custom was dated in this century but he was always taught to be a gentleman, plus it never hurts to make the lasting impression you leave on others.Ā
Not a single word was shared between them as they walked but Rook felt as though nothing needed to be said. They were comfortable in each other's presence. He found himself admiring the way the light was hitting their face, it danced across their cheekbones as though it meant to show him all the beautiful parts of them. The breeze danced through their hair, and Rook felt time crawl to a halt. He found himself at a loss for words to convey what exactly he was seeing in front of him. In all his years Rook had never thought heād meet a person like this stranger. His thoughts were halted from sheer disbelief.
They were looking at the world around them with the innocent eyes of a child seeing everything for the first time. But behind that was the appreciation of one who had lived a full life. They shied away from the many stares of passing pedestrians and pulled Rook progressively closer to them with every judgemental gaze that landed on the two of them. It was as though they were looking to him for protection. They moved with the purpose of a brand new fawn learning to walk, hesitantly but with pure determination to show that they were grown enough to be trusted with caring for themself.Ā
Rookās hand twitched with the reflex of a carnal desire he hadn't felt for a long time. A desire to recreate the scene in front of him. A desire to immortalize the feeling of a walk with this familiar stranger. To make sure that when his beloved inevitably faced the world he was there by their side, waiting to carry them away. A desire to protect them from the corruption that smears its influence all over the people who refused to feed it in the first place.Ā
He felt a desire to paint.
Bringing their hand up to his lips he boldly locked gazes with them as he placed a whisper of a kiss against their knuckles. He thought that their cheeks flushed rather prettily under his gaze, with a confident smirk he spoke in the gentle way one does as they share their heart with a lover under the cloak of the moonās light. āMy name is Rook Hunt. I haven't been inspired to paint in months, however, after spending not even half an hour with you, I have found my inspiration once more. It would be an honour if you would give me your time and allow me to paint you.ā
āIām Y/N and,ā Y/N looked down at their feet as they paused, considering their next words.
When they lifted their head, Rook could swear that their eyes were glowing in the light of the morning.Ā
The bell of the clock above the two rang out the hour, signaling the beginning of classes at the Capitalās University. Y/N bit their lip, quickly writing their contact information on a scrap of paper they had and shoving it into Rookās hands.
Ā āI would love to model for you Rook! ā they said quickly, turning to go inside the building. Realizing it was rude to just shove a paper in someoneās hand and run, they called over their shoulder while still maintaining their speed,āTalk to you soon!āĀ
After Y/N disappeared from his sight Rook walked away from Dorian Hall, with a grin stretching wide across his face, he couldnāt help but think aloud, āYou most definitely will be hearing from me soon, my Muse.ā
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āSo howād you manage with getting to todayās classes?āĀ
āKalim. You would not believe it but, I got lost before my classes could even start,ā Y/N said, placing their tray down onto the table.Ā
Kalimās hand paused midway to his mouth, the peas on his spoon rolling off as Kalim tipped his head back in laughter. āY-you. You. Got lost. Be-before classes even began? Howād you manage that? Its likeā¦ like the third week into the semester?ā His voice wheezed slightly with the exertion of trying to hold back his giggles.
āI donāt know Kalimā¦I really donāt know,ā Y/Nās head was firmly placed in their hands, cheeks aflame with embarrassment.Ā
As Kalimās snickering died down and Y/Nās shame receded the duo began their usual lunchtime routine. Their conversation came naturally, and the topics discussed were light hearted as the pair ate.Ā
āDo you think if I told Prof. Obrecht that I was modeling for a famous artist, heād give me extra credit?ā Y/N said, thoughtfully chewing.
āPfft, that would be unlikely. I mean youāre even more of an art nerd than he is so itās unlikely that heād know them. Plus any person that he would know is not likely to be painting now. You knowā¦ ācause theyād be dead. He is our Art History professor, so what assignment would he even give you the extra credit on.ā Kalim said, tilting his head, āYouāre so funny Y/N.ā
Y/N looked at Kalim unimpressed, āWhatās so funny about my question.ā
āWaitā¦ you? Were you being serious?āĀ
āYeah Kalim, I am.ā
āOkay but like, Y/N. What artist was it?ā Kalim leaned forward, clearly very interested.
Y/N smirked, knowing that Kalim was hooked, and they were admittedly feeling quite proud and excited by the news, āRook.ā
Kalim looked quite unimpressed by their answer, so Y/N of course defended themself. āIām serious! He told me that heās the artist Rook Hunt!ā
Kalim shook his head, looking quite disappointed and almost melancholy, āY/N, Rook Hunt has never painted a person ever! He even mentioned in an old interview that he thinks humans donāt deserve to be immortalized in his art.āĀ
āHe said I inspired him.ā Y/N looked at Kalim with a sour look as he continued, his passionate rant barely affected by Y/Nās interjection.Ā
āIām just saying itās unlikely heās actually what he said he was! He could be trying to lure you in to get you alone so he can do whatever he wants without anyone getting in his way! This Rook guy could be a rapist! Or a murderer! Or he could be trying to sell your organs to the highest bidder! Anything could happen and-āĀ
With a sigh Kalim looked away from his friend. āLook, I donāt mean to rain on your parade. Its exciting to be asked by any artist to model, let alone to have them admit they were inspired by you. I just. I want you to be careful Y/N.āĀ
āI will be Kalim, I promise.ā Y/N said empathetically, reaching for their friendās hand and intertwining their fingers together.Ā
āOkay. justā¦maybe text me or your boyfriend when you get to this guyās studio? Just to make sure someone knows where you are and that youāre safe.ā
āSounds like a plan,ā Y/N smiled brightly as they began to eat once more. āWait Kalim, how do you know so much about Rook anyway? Is someone a secret fan~ā They said, waving their fork at him.
āOh no! I- uh. My mom and Noor, both love the guyās work. My mom is, like, obsessed to the point that she has like 6 of his paintings on the first floor of our house alone. Noor likes it because it's not only something they can bond with our mom over, but they also told me that they think they hide a hidden melancholy or sometimes even darkness behind the seemingly innocent animal portraits or landscapes. So the two of them know just about everything there is to know about him at the point. And I, I like paying attention to what my family enjoys, so I guess I picked up on a lot of it.ā Kalim couldnāt meet his friendās gaze as he knew his cheeks were practically glowing from how warm they were.
Y/N simply laughed at Kalimās sweet intentioned shame, the bastard.Ā
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Y/N stood by the front door of the building in which Rook had set up his studio, and with every passing second their unease grew. It wasn't bad enough that they were generally an anxious person in unfamiliar situations, but after sitting through a rant from Kalim about how Rook could be lying about who he said he was, their heart was racing uncomfortably fast. Or how this whole set up could be a trap and they could kidnapped and raped, their unease was through the roof. Their mind was racing with every possible outcome, and the majority were not good. And now they've been standing in front of the door for at least 10 minutes.Ā
āWas this guy even the real Rook Hunt? Probably not, I mean like Kalim said everyone knows that Rook Hunt never paints people. The biography on him I found last night even quoted interviews he gave about the subject years ago! Plus he seemed to be quite strange, not speaking to me until just before I had to rush off. But on the other hand, if this is the real guyā¦ Then, what about me changed his mind... Well at the very least I probably won't have to die naked. After all he never said anything about modeling nude,ā They huffed as they continued to pace back and forth.Ā
A soft laugh from behind them interrupted their thoughts, āGood Afternoon Y/N. Mind telling me how long you've been wearing a hole in the hallway carpet?ā Rook chuckled adoringly.Ā
Y/N jumped in surprise, their cheeks flushing in embarrassment at being caught talking to themself. They lowered their gaze as Rook stepped outside the studio. He placed his hand on their shoulders in order to prompt them into looking up at him.Ā
āYes I really am the artist Rook, no I am not a serial killer nor a rapist nor any combination of the two. Relax dear Y/N, I mean you no harm, my intentions are pure I swear. I wish with all my heart that you will allow me to recreate your image on canvas. If ever you're not comfortable with anything tell me, and Iāll immediately rectify the situation I promise. I want this to be a good experience for the both of us. Even if you never want the finished work shown to the public then I swear that I will never allow it to be presented,ā his voice was almost desperate, however exactly what he was desperate for wasn't entirely clear.Ā
His tone quickly rectified as he continued to explain himself, āHowever you have my sincerest apologies if I seemed peculiar yesterday, I was truly just as confused as you are right now. As you said, I have never felt the need to ever paint any human before. Until I met you yesterday that is.ā He wordlessly invited Y/N inside by placing a hand on his muse's back, and with that the two entered the remarkably clean studio.Ā
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Y/N reclined on a surprisingly luxurious loveseat as the light coming from the large window behind them gradually started to dim. Rook was softly humming along to the classical music playing along in the background as he gently guided Y/N into the position they needed to be in. Rook never completely laid his hand on their skin, preferring to ghost them across the places that needed adjustment. He was almost too gentle with them, as if he was attempting to lull them into a false state of comfort before striking.
This sent shivers down Y/Nās spine, they squeezed their eyes shut as if the block out the idea of Rook having ulterior motives for this meeting. Rook smirked down at them, as they shivered beneath his hand, like a little mouse.Ā
When his work posing Y/N was done he sauntered behind the canvas, picked up a pencil and began to create his vision.Ā
Quite some time passed before he even began to consider talking to Y/N, lest it break his much needed concentration as he attempted to get their proportions correctly conveyed on the canvas.Ā
āSo tell me about your interests Y/N, what do you enjoy?ā Rook suddenly asked, despite the break in the quietness of the situation the relaxed aura of the situation maintained its hold over Y/N.Ā
āWell, I enjoy listening to music, cooking, movies, mystery novels, and, um, well...it's embarrassing to say but, I have started to really enjoy knitting. It started as a stress reliever about a year ago and now I simply can't stop. I also enjoy art, I've never been all that talented at creating it. But I do love looking at all the amazing ways we can bring beauty to mundane objects like stone or paper. What about you? Do you have any interesting hobbies to share.ā They asked giddily, the moment felt almost intimate. Like two middle schoolers sharing secrets at a sleepover.Ā
āI've always been quite boring, honestly. My main hobby is actually my current job, however I have always had a great love for books. Particularly classic literature, Beowulf, Othello, Faust, every assigned reading in high school and university I ate up like a starving man at a feast. One summer I even read the entirety of Danteās Divine Comedy from cover to cover. But my favourite book of all time without a doubt has to be The Picture of Dorian Gray by Oscar Wilde.ā Rook peered around the canvas to look at his subject as he continued speaking, āBoring right?ā
āNot at all Rook, not at all.ā
Before the pair realized, nearly two and a half hours of insightful, pleasant conversation had passed by since they first began the session. To the pair it had felt like absolutely no time at all.Ā
āI'm just about finished with the sketch Y/N, thank you for your patience,ā Rook said from behind the easel. He was truly enjoying working with a sentient subject that actually listened to requests. And the natural conversations that happened throughout the hours were quite lovely for the two of them.Ā
āBy the way, would you mind terribly if I painted you topless? You can absolutely say no if you're uncomfortable with it, I just feel as though the emotion weāre going for would be far more powerful if you were seemingly clad in only a blanket.ā He asked as he carefully rearranged the scattered pencils on the desk.
āNo I don't mind at all Rook, I trust your intuition. I also won't be able to come for a few days, I hope that's okay.ā Y/N bit their lip as Rook nodded in reassurance.Ā
āText me when you're free and we'll make it work.ā He said confidently, slipping his hand into his pocket to give the driver downstairs a warning of their incoming departure.Ā
āPerfect,ā They sighed, relief pouring over them,āIt has been absolutely wonderful getting to know you Rook, Iām legitimately excited to see the finalized idea. I'll see you as soon as I'm free!ā They got into the car Rook had waiting for them.Ā
The artist couldnāt help but to smile as Y/N peeked out the window and shyly waved goodbye as the vehicle drove away.Ā
āHave a good evening my dear sweet Y/N,ā Rook cooed at the retreating car a calculating smirk on his face. Pushing off the wall he was leaned against, Rook turned to walk back inside, very pleased with his decision to finally paint a person. Y/N was just as he thought they would be, innocent, gentle, and so very charming. They were positively perfect, exactly what he was searching for but simply hadn't known. Their existence was as though a flower in full bloom was personified. And it was infuriatingly wondrous.
As he shut and locked the door to his studio he felt at peace. It was that moment he decided that he would take his time and insure that this would be the absolute best painting of his career. Nothing else would ever top this. Even the famed Mona Lisa would avert her eyes in respect for for beautiful this would be.Ā
And Rook was determined to not allow anything to ruin this.Ā
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The next week the two agreed to meet once again to continue working on the massive project. When the day finally came around the weather had taken a turn for the worse, and the temperatures plummeted.Ā
Rook stared out the open window at the street below, debating if he should call to cancel when a knock came from the door. Opening the door Rook greeted his muse, inviting them in with a warm tone that carefully contrasted the weather outside. There was no time for them to waste. It was time to get to work.Ā
Rook gently positioned Y/N how they needed to be before settling back behind the easel. He immediately began to work, small flicks of his wrist creating realistic wrinkling of the fabric around their legs. The fabric flowed across the canvas exactly like how it did in real life, he had perfectly captured the stunning textures of the silk.Ā
It was a long while until Rook peeked around the easel for more than a second. When he looked up at Y/N again what he saw made him gasp in shock. His brush fell to the floor in a clatter.Ā
Ā āY/N, you look positively blue! Why didn't you tell me you were cold?ā Rook exclaimed loudly, rushing over to where his model laid he wrapped them up in the warm blanket from on his bed. After making sure they were comfortable he rushed over to the window , careful to not knock any paints over, and hurriedly shut it. Locking the cold air out. He then proceeded to crank the thermostat up to the highest setting. When he turned back to face them concern over took his mind as he saw them still shivering even though they were bundled up.Ā
āHow long have you been like this?ā He asked gently.
Y/N buried their face into the blanket in shame as they responded āAn hourā
āAn hour! No this will not do!ā
āWell you were concentrating really hard and, I didn't want to interrupt you Rook.ā
āThis is only the second time that you've been in to model for me dear, you need to speak up when you need something.ā He murmured as he hugged Y/N close, hoping that his body heat might help alleviate their pains a tiny bit. Y/N huffed softly but was grateful for his concern nonetheless. They stayed like that for a while, sitting in an easy silence as Rook clutched Y/N to his chest.Ā
After a pause for Y/N to extract their face from the blanket cocoon they now resided in they spoke once more, voice no longer muffled by the fabric, āWhen would you like to continue Rook?āĀ
āContinue?ā Rook gaped. Shaking his head, Rook muttered under his breath, āMon dieu. Tu es trĆ©s persistant, ma muse.āĀ
Extracting his arms from around Y/N, Rook stood, mouth pressed into a thin line. āYou wish to continue, very well then. We shall continue.ā
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āYou really didn't have to continue modeling today Y/N,ā leaning against the doorframe of his studio Rook sighed, still concerned over the well being of his muse.Ā
Y/N shrugged coyly, āI know, but I wanted to. See you on Saturday?ā They tilted their head in curiosity as they spoke. Rook hummed softly in affirmation, a light smile illuminating his face.Ā And with that Y/N slipped into the night, eager for Saturday to arrive.Ā
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The natural light from the window was slowly fading and unbeknownst to them it was casting beautiful shadows on Y/Nās relaxed face. They were perfectly posed and they hadn't moved since they first laid down which was astonishing as they had fallen asleep a few hours ago. Rook was very carefully painting the beams of light that were dancing across his muse's face. As they created beautiful little freckles of light across their cheeks, a halo around their head created by the little hairs reflecting what little they can. And their skin appeared to sculpted from the purest stone. Unmarred by time, soft and inviting. His muse looked even more angelic than usual, the epitome of innocent beauty.
He was completely enraptured.Ā Ā
The more Rook got to know them, the more he was growing to love his museās personality. They were so very sweet, and it appeared that even the sunset could see their beauty. The only word that came to Rookās mind to describe them was soft. He could tell that life hadn't quite been able to reach out and corrupt them yet. Do they know the way the world has changed? The corruption that seduces from the shadows, drawing you in with sweet words and gentle caresses. It makes you feel wonderful all the while they push you farther into the murky tar that is experience. They haven't yet lost faith in the world around them, not like Rook had.Ā
Rook smiled down at his muse and gently began to shake them awake. The good light had faded and the canvas needed to dry. Y/N stirred from the sweet oblivion of peaceful rest, slowly blinking the sleep up at him Rook felt a soft pang in his heart.Ā
Y/Nās sweet innocent heart needed to protected, no matter the cost.Ā
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The image of Y/N was a little over half finished, but the background of the painting was practically complete. The light pouring onto the desk by the window felt as though it could reach through the canvas and warm the viewer. The lighting really made the whole piece feel loving and intimate. The orange hues from the setting sun made the room look hazy and peaceful, but what really was stunning about the light was how it drew the eye towards the aspects that illuminated the intimacy of the scene. They were concentrated in particular on the writing desk by the window, the discarded clothing resting just off to the side of the couch. And above all else they fell beautifully the peaceful half finished image of Y/N sleeping on the couch. Nothing in the picture felt as though it was filler, everything looked just right, as if all the objects in the room held a meaning.
āI swear I can almost smell of the lotus sitting on the desk. Of course thatās impossible due to there not actually being a lotus in the room, but nonetheless. It's positively stunning!ā Y/N exclaimed breathlessly, as they marvelled at how gorgeous Rook could make his work. They were so caught up in examining the almost finished painting that they didn't hear Rook approach until he wrapped an arm around their shoulders.Ā
Rook hummed pleased at the praise from his model,āIt's not as stunning as it will be when we're done. But Iām very glad you like the lotus, itās my favourite flower and actuallyā¦ It reminds me of you.ā
As soon as they moved to get into the pose Y/N immediately felt a tidal wave of exhaustion wash over them. They swooned nearly falling to the floor, when two arms rushed up to meet them. Rook had caught them right before they hit the ground. Their vision began to blur and it started to scare Y/N. They could barely lift their eyelids let alone say what happened to them. They tried focusing on Rook's voice which was trying to tell them something but alas their brain simply wouldn't allow it.Ā Rook safely laid them down on the couch with their back exposed to the air, before walking away.
āIāve always known Hunt Rook was an extremely attractive man but I never knew he was this handsome, it's almost too much to bareā¦ wait since when were his eyes purple!!ā Y/N thought as he knelt next to them in an attempt to explain what he was about to do. It was difficult for Y/N to concentrate let alone move so they settled for making a soft noise to let him know that they were conscious. He grabbed a hold of their hand and squeezed it gently before disappearing from Y/Nās senses for a moment. When he returned Y/N had completely fallen into a sort of trance. He sighed softly as he began to paint a cherry tree on the back of his muse.Ā
āThe process is happening much faster than I expected. I knew I shouldn't have tried to paint so much with you in the room. I guess I took too much from you, my Muse. I hope you can forgive me for my mistake. But don't worry I'll fix you right up,ā He murmured. His painting was reflexive, as Rookās mind wondered elsewhere. Plus the actual image didn't need to be that beautiful, it was the feeling that he needed to focus on, that's what would draw them back.Ā
āBefore meeting you I was incomplete, I didn't truly understand the world. I had lost my passion for life, but you brought it back to me. In all my many years on earth I never would have believed that in the century I most despised I would find the person who was meant for me. Do you know how many times I've dreamed of pulling you close to me and kissing you breathless. I want to do so many wonderful things to you my Muse. The only things you will ever feel with me by your side is love and indescribable pleasure. I fully intend on making you mine. Only mine.ā He closed his eyes in bliss at finally saying the words he wanted to say more than anything. He trailed his hands down Y/Nās sides, then their hips and finally resting them on the skin of their thighs.Ā
Rook slowly leaned down placing a kiss behind Y/Nās ear. āI love you. No I don't just love you, I worship you my Muse. Nothing will ever come between us I'll make sure of it. We are each other's forever.ā He purred into their ear.Ā
With a smirk he finished the painting, leaving a note for Y/N to find when they woke up, he disappeared. There were some arrangements that had to be made before anything went further.Ā
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It has been nearly 2 weeks since Y/N had last seen Rook. They had both agreed that some time to rest was needed before they would reconvene to finish the painting off. When the day came for them to work together once more Rook eagerly awaited the knock that would signal the end of his search and the start of something absolutely beautiful.Ā
However his Muse hadn't shown yet, they were a half an hour late and they didn't even text him to let him know they're stuck in traffic or something. It was starting to worry Rook that theyād no show on such an important day but he could be patient.Ā Plus the extra time it gave him was a perfect chance to think about what he was about to say when the time came for the painting to be finished.Ā
What felt like hours to Rook but was in reality merely a few unfruitful minutes of staring out the window facing the road passed; when an unfamiliar car parked on the street directly under Rookās window.Ā
Removing his face from where it rested on his palm, Rook leaned forward, arms on the windowsill bracing him as he watched the car intrigued.Ā
A tall blonde man exited on the driverās side of the vehicle. Circling around the vehicle after shutting his door behind him, the stranger opened the passenger door.Ā
Rookās eyes widened as the passenger took their first delicate step out of the car. His breathing quickened in both anger and anticipation as Y/N stepped out of the passenger's side.Ā
The anger heating his breath spread quickly across Rookās entire body as the stranger swiftly wrapped his arms around Y/Nās waist, pulling them into a heated kiss. It lasted for a full minute, the stranger eventually even groping Y/Nās buttocks.Ā
The behaviour that man was displaying was sickening. The exact thing Rook was trying to prevent was happening right below his window. When they pulled apartĀ his muse was blushing bright red, and was grinning from ear to ear. It made Rook sick, nobody gets to touch what was his. Especially in such a crass and disrespectful way.Ā
Rook felt his blood boiling as he rushed out of the apartment, calling his muse on the way down. When he reached the bottom of the stairs he ran directly into the pair.Ā
āRook, we were just on our way up to see you. This is Vil , my boyfriend! Pumpkin meet my friend Rook.ā Y/N chirped, still blushing slightly.Ā
When Vil pulled Y/N against his side with the arm that was still wrapped around their waist. Rook had to force himself to not wretch and instead smile. Against his better wishes when Vil offered his free hand for a handshake Rook shook the manās hand, only offering polite greetings in return.Ā
āIt's a pleasure to meet you, Vil. I'm Rook Hunt,ā He quipped. Motioning for the couple to follow him up the stairs he formulated his plan of action. Vil was taller than Rook by a few centimetres and exuded grease. It honestly reminded Rook of a rotting pizza, greasy and positively revolting.Ā
Vil also didn't appear to have an ounce of the chivalry that his Muse deserved in a partner. He wore perfectly pressed, immaculately tailored, designer clothing, and kept fussing with his hair which had been gelled and braided into a slick look. And what really pissed Rook off about this was the fact that despite the clear wealth this Vil person exuded, he had neither the common sense nor care to extend that wealth to his lover.Ā
As they climbed the stairs up to Rookās studio, the artist felt the heated anger he started out with chill into a raging blizzard. Revenge after all, is a dish best served cold. And as was taught to him in his youth, Rook found that the punishments resulting are often are best when wielded by the coldest of hearts.Ā
If he had any doubts about his next course of action before, he was determined to get rid of Vil now. Rook grinned devilishly as he opened the door to his studio. āWelcome to my workroom Vilā¦ā Rook didn't finish the last part of his statement out loud.Ā
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āMy Y/N is so sexy naked. Aren't they Mr. Hunt~ā Vil smugly quipped to Rook from his position beside his easel.Ā
For the final session of painting Y/N was reclined on the chaise, completely nude this time as Rook needed to define the shape of what was hidden by the silk sheet covering their modesty.Ā
Rook ignored everything Vil did, preferring to admire his Muse as they posed for him one last time. Eventually Rook turned his attention to the man beside him,āVil, I need your help with something. Mind following me for a second?āĀ
Vil agreed without a seconds pause, eager to assist in the making of a masterpiece. Rook stood up and guided Vil down into the basement of the building. āMind grabbing that board for me? Itās the one covered by the tarpā Rook asked as he flicked on the light. Vil nodded and began to search. As he turned his back to Rook, Rook began to look for something himself,Ā all the while he continued to talk.Ā
āThe building manager lets me use the basement as a storage facility for all my extra works, and any supplies I could ever need. It's quite nice of him actually. And you know what the best part is? Only I have the key.āĀ
Vil cut Rook off, āI got the board, what should I do with the tarp?āĀ
Rook smiled, his teeth practically gleaming in the dim light as he responded, āJust leave it on the floor. Iāll clean it up later. Mind putting the board by the door we came in from?āĀ
Vil shrugged his shoulders as he carried the board across the tarp strewn on the floor.Ā
āThis room means that I can ensure nobody else can access what belongs to me and ruin it.ā Rook said to Vilās back, twirling the finest tool in his collection between his fingers. āYou see Vil, that's one of my biggest pet peeves, nosy annoying people who think they have a right to rub their grubby little hands all over the beauty in this world. Most humans are like that actually. āĀ
āIs there anything else you require from me?ā Vil questioned, bored by the artistās rambling and the menial task he was given. Deciding he had enough of Rookās antics after the artist refused to respond, Vil made to leave. He reached for the doorknob but was surprised by a hand clamped over his mouth and a deep pressure across his neck, gone as soon as it came.Ā
It took Vil a few seconds to realize what had happened through the fog of shock. The first thing that alerted Vil to something being wrong was the sudden pouring of warmth down his chest. The coldness that began to set in shortly after the warmth began to flow was another. But the final sign of what had happened that shook the shock away was the pool of crimson forming on the tarp beneath his feet. In the seconds after the blood loss began to rapidly set in, Vil acknowledged that the pressure was in reality quick deep slice of a knife across his throat. And as Vilās consciousness faded, he could hear that damned manic artist still babbling on.Ā
āAnd you did exactly that Vil, you touched what was mine. You ran your disgusting hands all over them, and I refuse to ever let a pitiful, disgusting little human like you, ever taint my beloved muse,ā Rook stared down at Vil as he bled out. A pleased smirk resting on his face, he wiped at the blood on his hands and knife with a cloth. The whole thing had taken less than five minutes.Ā
Rook very quickly went to work disposing Vilās corpse. Hammering at the important joints to break them and make the dismemberment process easier sped it up considerably. After an additional half hour, the body was split into six parts, the face was unrecognizable, he had no fingerprints and Rook had painstakingly removed all of Vilā teeth. It would be a long while before he was identified, if he was even discovered. The clean up was easier than he expected due to the replaceable tarp that Vil had laid on the floor. It was now in a trash bag which was in a dumpster, he washed the wall with bleach and he was done. Later he would do a more comprehensive clean but for now Rook had a more important task to return to.Ā
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By the time Rook returned he was greeted by his Muse lying silently where he left them an hour and a half ago. His timing was as it always had been, perfect. Rook liked to believe all the years of practice had given him a sort of internal alarm clock for these things.
Rook knew he had just enough time to complete the painting properly. Practically skipping over to where his muse lay immobile, he joyfully placed a crystal cup half filled with white paint under their wrist; before collecting what he needed from their wrist. Rook adored the irony that came from him using the same knife he had used to carve Vil open and end his life to finish up the very thing that would make his Muse immortal.Ā
The blood from his museās wrist poured out slowly, as their heart had nearly slowed to a halt from the oppressive magic permeating the room.
When he had collected enough from them, Rook didnāt bother cleaning off the knife before he opened his own wrist so he could add some of his own blood to the crystalline glass.
Ā He mixed the three together, pleased with how the crimson and sapphire swirled into the paint. Oh how quickly the pieces were falling into place.Ā
The next step was Rookās favourite, it always gave him chills to see his work come to life. Dipping his fingers in the mixture Rook began to draw the necessary runes onto the back of canvas. When he was done he stood back and spoke in a steady voice, one woven with a hidden power, āPar mon sang, Je crĆ©e. De ton sang, tu ressuscites.ā The second the last word left his mouth the mixture absorbed into canvas leaving no trace of its existence to be found.Ā
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Y/Nās consciousness had been slowly drifting into a cold black abyss. The last thing Y/N heard before it all went black was Rook purring what Y/N could only assume was supposed to be a comforting phrase into their ear. āDon't fight it my dear, let it take you. It's just like falling asleep, you have nothing to worry about.ā
Y/N wanted to cry, they should have listened to Kalim about Rook being a murderer. But they didn't and look where it got them.Ā
Suddenly there was a burst of warm light and Y/N could open their eyes again. Shooting upright, their mental breakdown barely restrained by hope.
Ā They laughed in relief believing it to be just a bad dream until they realized that they didn't fully recognize the room they were in. They were lying on a couch nearly naked, covered only by a single silk blanket and their underwear. Shooting up Y/N frantically looked around the room, searching for anyone, anything that could give them a hint to their location or their clothes.Ā
Everything within the room seemed so familiar to them and yet no location was coming to mind.Ā
Luckily they were completely alone and there were clothes scattered across theĀ ground leading up to the couch. It wasnāt clothing that they owned, looking to be far too old for their time, but for modestyās sake they would have to make do. Picking up the shirt at their feet and putting it on Y/N walked towards the open window.Ā
Looking out the window they were shocked at what they found. There was nothing there. The window led to nowhere, there wasn't even a view to look at. Only a soft light. It was as if someone placed a lightbulb behind a frosted glass panel. Which is certainly not how a view from a window should look.Ā
In a huff Y/N sat down at the desk, almost knocking over the vase that held a single white lotus. āA lotus, what a weird choice of decor.ā They mused, considering their options.Ā
They stood up and moved past where the couch was to see an even more peculiar looking doorway. It was gold only around the edges with a cream coloured centre, and it had no way to open it. There was no knob, no handle, no cut out, absolutely nothing. In a desperate attempt at freeing themself Y/N tried kicking the door down. It didn't budge, the door absorbed the shock entirely and didn't even make a creak. Suddenly a shadow came across the doorway. Backing away in fear Y/N looked for something, anything that could be a weapon. The shadow was tall and broad, and very familiar.Ā
With the sound of water echoing through a cave, the door rippled with a motion not unlike a pebble creating waves in a calm pond. When the ripples cleared the shadow became more defined. With the ease of moving through two curtains instead of passing through what was just an impassable wall, Rook Hunt stepped quietly into the room.Ā
He looked and felt more relaxed than ever before, after all he no longer needed to lie. A smile settled on his face when he spotted his muse. Alive and well in the world made just for them. āI'm so pleased to see you, my Muse,ā He gently tugged them to his chest, wrapping them in a warm embrace. One that Y/N didn't reciprocate.Ā
āRook, what's going on?ā His Muse asked, their voice breaking due to the overwhelming emotions they were experiencing. His eyes were the same vibrant purple they first saw a brief moment all those weeks ago.Ā
āI have a lot to tell you. I haven't exactly been the most honest man with you,ā He hummed, looking at them amused.Ā
āWhat do you mean?ā They retorted.
āWell to start I lied about my age, I'm not twenty one. I'm six hundred twenty one,ā Rook admitted with a shrug.Ā
His belovedās jaw dropped at how ridiculous he sounded,āIf that were true you'd have to have been born in the fourteenth century. That's during the renaissance Rook.āĀ
He nodded,āYou're right. I was born in 1498. I was originally a young noble in renaissance France. Iāve gone by many names over the years Muse. Perhaps most familiar to you would be the name I used during the renaissance when I became a well known artist for the first time. Chace Beau; but I dare say Rook Hunt is a far nicer name than, non?ā Rook, Chace, whatever he may be called, winked slyly, placing his hand on their waist, before he continued his monologue, āI was one of 12 siblings, and the only one who was immortal. In the age I was born in, it was theorized by some that I had a demon as a father. Which would explain my eyes and why I will never age.ā He paused in deep thought before continuing. āAnother strange talent that my supposed demon father gave me was the ability to immortalize the beauty in the living world by putting their souls into the art I create. I used this talent even back then to become even more famous than I would have been without, just like now. However I still refused to paint people, I just have never seen any good in keeping such filth around for centuries,ā Rook caressed his Museās cheek as he continued speaking.Ā
āThen I met you, and you were everything I could have ever dreamed of. You were the one human who I would make eternal. Originally I was planning on showing you off to the world but then I realized that I would much rather keep you all to myself. If you were to be exposed to the world then what made me love you so, your pure soul, would still be tainted even through the painting. People love to touch what doesn't belong to them. And as that pig Vil found out I really don't like people touching what's mine.ā He once again pulled his muse to his chest, his arms wrapping loosely around their waist as he nuzzled his nose into their hair.
Ripping themself away from Rook's embrace. āWhat. Did. You. Do,ā His muse spat.Ā
Rook backed his beloved up against the wall, careful not to hurt them as he did so. He placed one hand beside their head while the other gripped one of their hips forcing the two even closer. He tilted his head and slowly leaned down so that his mouth was right beside his museās ear.Ā
His words were like belladonna, seemingly sweet but in the end very poisonous, āI slit the fuckerās throat, that's what.ā
Y/N squirmed in a futile attempt to free themself, positively disgusted by his actions. Rook only tightened his grip in response.
Ā āYou killed him? Why!ā They yelled.Ā
āHe was going to sully you dear, and I refused to see anyone take away the thing I love the most about you. Those people out there, most of all him, didn't deserve you. And they still don't. So Iām going to keep you here. Safe from the world that wishes to take you away from my arms.ā Rook commanded, his voice still sickeningly sweet.
His muse shook their head in absolute disbelief, their eyes shining with unshed tears of despair. Rook loosened his grip on their hip, his hand moving to gently cup their cheek. Sensing that his muse was distraught he placed a gentle kiss on their brow as a reassurance of his genuine affection for them. In response his muse grimaced. He frowned deeply, disappointed in the behaviour of the one he loved most, he tore himself away from them in frustration. He didn't expect a warm reunion, in fact their conversation had been going much better than he had expected. But the rejection still stung, deciding that what his muse needed was to be alone for now, Rook turned to leave.Ā
āWhy are you doing this to me?ā They asked, their voice cracking from the pain and devastation they were overwhelmed with.
āYou may not see it now but I'm only doing this because I love you.ā Rook responded earnestly.Ā
āI'll never love you!ā Y/N called out after him.Ā
That struck a nerve within Rook. His expression started soft in plain adoration but it quickly froze over, instead becoming hard with anger. Rook's temper never ran hot, preferring instead to chill those who displeased him with his control. He paused, turning back to face his muse.Ā
āYou say that now Y/N. But who knows what you'll say after fifty, twenty, or even as little as five years of complete isolation. So letās start the clock from now. You will find I am an extremely patient man, my Muse. And I'm more than willing to wait until you gladly come into my arms. After all, I have all of eternity to make you love me.ā
Hello Dears, i hope you enjoyed this labour of love. I simply adore this giant oneshot, and think that its honestly one of if not my favourite thing iāve created. Yandere content isnāt something that i do often as its not requested, (probably due to the very dark post i wrote the one time it was requested). Rook is honestly very fascinating to me so writing him was fun!
If you liked this post and want to see more from me check out the previous wishes or make a wish yourself
Sincerely, Jupiter
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