just read the one where seb/amelia go to zuzu and nerd out in the store [amazing] and I need this specific sebastian and that specific amelia where seb proposes to amelia through a gae of solarion chronicles. i love your first kiss moments and i'm dying to see a proposal [can you drop a hint tothe next sound of silence chap pleaseeeee]
I'm baaaaack
I know it's been a while but in my defense, it has been a while since I have had enough focus to write properly. I know it asks for a proposal but trust me on this one. I'm feeling the slow burn on this one and it kind of gives me life. Tiny Middle is still my favorite pun i've ever made
Hint for Sound of Silence: I am struggling with a decision for Ames. Once I get mild to moderately caught up, I will definitely post a definitive update.
Next is a HC then the one-shots will be rolling out regularly!
Amelia could barely sleep the night of their trip to Zuzu. She thought about texting him and being a pest, but she didn't want to annoy him into changing his mind.
Pelican Town might be worth staying in.
Why would he say that? He was so adamant even just that morning about moving away and how excited he was to not have to take a bus to places like Tiny Middle. She wondered a few times if it could be her… But there's no way. Sure, they had fun, but if anything she was dorky and awkward. Meanwhile Sebastian was really cool, collected, and way too attractive for her.
The entire night went by like this.
Thankfully, it was Friday and she'd see all of them tonight.
Her phone chimed and she grabbed it a little too excitedly. Abigail had text the group chat:
“Abigail 11:36 am: Heyy~ still seeing the three of you tonight at stardrop tonight, right?”
“Sam 11:37 am: u kno ill be there abs. Got to ask meels and seb. They were the ones out late”
“Sebastian 11:37 am: You say out late like I'm not up late every night, you goon. I'm still in. Someone has to kick Sam’s ass at pool. It certainly won't be Abby.”
After a moment, she responded:
“Amelia 11:38 am: I'll still be there. Yoba knows I need a nap after chasing Loaf all morning.”
“Abigail 11:38 am: Cool! Did you guys have a good city trip? Find any potential apartments, Sebby?”
There wasn't a reply for a long moment. Amelia convinced herself to let it go for now, going in to take a quick shower. The second her phone dinged, she was reading.
“Sebastian 11:43 am: It was pretty great. Gave me a lot to think about, so no apartment hunting. Turns out Ames might be cooler than both of you losers.”
“Sam 11:43 am: rude”
“Abigail 11:43 am: Ames? Does everyone have a nickname for you but me?”
“Amelia 11:44 am: at this point, you might be the only one calling me Amelia. That's gotta count for something?”
The conversation, as it often does, spins to different topics. Amelia broke off and finally jumped in the shower, humming to herself. The band had written a new song and she can't seem to get it out of her head.
She climbed out of the shower to dry off, freezing as she realized that she had a text from Sebastian specifically. She quickly wrapped the towel around herself and opened the text, the pictures attached bringing an immediate smile to her face. The first was of his dice tower and tray on his table and the second was his shelf, where the dice and nice box sit, glowing and beautiful on display.
“Sebastian 12:03 pm: I set everything up. Thoughts? Concerns? Praise?”
Amelia laughed, glancing down at Loaf, who had cocked his head at her.
“Shut up,” she mumbled to him before typing out her response.
“Amelia 12:09 pm: Damn, Seb. Look at you being fancy with your displaying skills. I might have to have you come decorate the farmhouse. Truly remarkable… It brings a tear to my eye…”
“Sebastian 12:09 pm: Ames, don't you dare.”
“Amelia 12:10 pm: … a frozen tear. 😈”
“Sebastian 12:11 pm: I don't think I've ever hated anything more than I hate that text.”
Amelia laughed again and put her phone away after responding with a simple smiley face. Loaf still stared up at her curiously, which she ignored to the best of her ability.
For the next few hours, she combed through her wardrobe, stopping every once in a while to ask herself why before continuing.
Eventually, she settled on her favorite high-waisted jeans and a white crop top with a black jacket over it. The outfit always made her feel like she was just a little bit badass while still being cute. She kept her makeup light, eyeliner really being the only obvious touch. She slipped on her sneakers and made for the saloon.
It was still warm out with it being the end of summer, making the jacket feel like a bit much. She didn't come out too often during the summer, focusing on the farm or hanging with the few people she got along with so well. To go in full midriff out and collection of tattoos on display might give the town something to talk about.
She approached at the same time as Abby, who was grinning like she was handing her a winning lottery ticket.
“Hey, Abs, what's going–”
“You're dressed all cute.”
There was a pause before Amelia spoke again.
“Thank you?”
“Yeah, you're welcome, but did something happen in Zuzu? Sebby is being weird and you're dressing all cute for our weekly hang.”
Amelia was shocked, “Okay, Abigail, I just wanted to look cute. For me. And I don't know why Seb would be acting weird.”
Abigail rolled her eyes before crossing her arms, “ten gold says he stares when you go in.”
“Whatever. Everyone stares at people sometimes.”
“Oh, sure, sure. Especially when they like you.”
Amelia sighed and held the door open, waving over at the boys before ordering a round of drinks. When she approached, she heard a heavy, bouncing thunk, nearly dropping the drinks. Abigail masked a laugh, taking her drink from Amelia with a sidelong glance.
“Dude, you cool?” Sam looked over at Sebastian, who was shaking his head.
“Yeah.. Yeah, my hand slipped. It's stupid. You break.”
Amelia handed Sam his drink and offered Sebastian his. He took it, sighing as she frowned.
“Did I upset you..?”
Her voice was soft, immediately making Sebastian feel a little guilty. After a moment, he stood back up straighter and offered her an apologetic smile that nearly made her breath catch.
Damn that smile.
“No, Ames. Sorry. I'm just.. In my own head,” he took a breath, seeming to relax again, “you uh.. You look nice, by the way. Don't often see you out of your overalls.”
A small smirk formed on his lips, a clear sign he is picking on her. She shoved him playfully, the fact that even a smirk sent her heart racing being completely unfair.
Damn THAT smile.
She went to respond, but caught Abby’s eye. She seemed to be celebrating a win that really wasn't one at all. Unless he told her then she has–
“Ames?”
“Hm? Sorry. I guess it was my turn to get into my own head.”
“Are you alright?” He asked in a low, quiet voice. She met his eyes briefly and felt her cheeks grow warm. Sebastian definitely seemed to notice, shaking his head briefly, “hey, don't feel like you have to tell me, okay? I'm just here if you want to talk or whatever.”
“Thanks Seb… I'm okay though. I just think too much. I'm sorry for spacing out. What were you saying?”
“You're fine. I was asking if you planned to go to the festival tonight?”
Her smile fell as she looked at him, confused. He laughed quietly, from which she ignored the feeling in the pit of her stomach.
“Someone didn't check her mail this morning. The moonlight jellies come tonight. It's actually kind of cool.”
Amelia dramatically put a hand over her heart, “oh my Yoba… Seb likes a town festival.”
He rolled his eyes, “I liked it last year too,” he paused, his brows knitting together, “oh.. right. You couldn't come.”
“That'll make it more interesting this year.”
“Heh, yeah. I'll be your moonlight jelly guide if you want,” he spoke quietly through this, almost like it was a secret.
She offered her hand to shake, “you've got a deal,” he laughed as he took her hand, shaking it. Their D20 tattoos beside one another, a natural one and a natural twenty. They both seemed to notice that they were still shaking at the same time, both pulling their hands back.
“So when should I show up? Do the jellies come on a schedule…?”
Sebastian seemed to consider for a second, “actually, kind of. We all gather around 10pm at the docks.”
Amelia rarely ever saw Sebastian down anywhere even close to the beach. Well, unless… She paused for a moment, her voice soft when she spoke again, “hey, uh, I've seen you out on the pier sometimes in the rain. Can I ask why?”
There was a long pause before he laughed to himself, “it sounds silly, but I go out there to think and contemplate the storms. It's hard to describe.”
“No, I get it. Sometimes when you yourself feel shitty, you find an outlet or some way to think. It's like… A stormcloud over your head so you compare it to the real thing in hopes of understanding your own. Am I even making sense?” She chuckles, shaking her head.
“Oh, you're speaking gibberish for sure. I'm not even sure that those were words. As a matter of fact, I think Harvey might be here if you're stroking out on me,” Sebastian teased, earning another playful shove.
“You're an ass,” she joked, shaking her head as she laughed.
He chuckled quietly before answering seriously, “yes, Ames. You made sense. And I appreciate it.”
She glanced up at him, offering a kind smile.
“Dude, we only have like… 45 minutes before we have to leave. Hey Meels!” Sam called across the pool table. Amelia gave a wave and worked on her drink as she watched the guys playing pool. She couldn't help but notice Seb’s shots were a little off tonight. Almost like he was nervous.
45 minutes flew by, Seb pocketing the last of the solids and that was game. Sam spoke up, pulling on a thin sweatshirt.
Shit. Is it going to be cold? I don't have time to run home…
“Let's head out so we get the good spots.”
“Sam, everyone stands in the same spot every year,” Seb retorted, arching an eyebrow. Sam gave a quiet ‘whatever’ before heading toward the door, Abigail in tow. Amelia and Sebastian weren't far behind, walking in a comfortable silence.
Abigail was mentioning something to Sam before turning.
“Hey, I was talking to Sam and since my dad is being an ass this year, I'm gonna watch with her so she's not alone,” Abigail started.
“Hey, that's not a bad idea. My dad didn't want to come tonight and my mom's all torn up because dad didn't wanna come. And Vince is watching with Marnie and Jas. I'll keep her company.”
The two made their way to the end of the pier, looking out over the water.
“You gonna go hang out with your family too?”
“And leave you alone out here to experience your first jellies alone? Fuck that.”
Amelia smiled, standing beside him as they looked out over the sea. They have maybe about five minutes before the jellies come through.
“You look cold,” Sebastian commented, his voice softer.
“I suppose I am a little. But I'm okay, I just didn't know that I'd be outside since I didn't check my mail this morning,” she teased, staring at the smirk tugging at the corner of his lips for just a second too long.
There was a long pause before he spoke again, “do you… Uh… Want my hoodie?”
Amelia blinked, “Seb, I'm really okay. I spent half of last winter without a coat… I'll be okay, I promise.”
Sebastian frowned, looking over at her, “you do have a coat now, right? That must have been horrible.”
Amelia smiled up at him, her expression a mix of amusement and humor, “I do, yes. I bought one at a little shop in Grampleton.”
Before Sebastian could answer, they heard Lewis encourage Vincent and Jas to push out the small boat, signaling the jellies where to come and that it was time.
“I think it's always my favorite when they come in,” Sebastian commented, his voice very quiet, almost like he didn't want to disturb the silence.
Amelia smiled over at him, noticing the corner of his lips to turn up into a small smile, sending her heart into a frenzy. She saw the light blue glow, turning to see the swarm of jellies coming in. She hadn't realized she was holding her breath until she heard a quiet ‘holy shit’ beside her. She looked over at Seb, her eyes following his gaze to a jelly much larger than the rest. The large jelly was also a bright green color in comparison to the rest of the standard blues and purples.
“Seb… Is that the leader or something? It's beautiful…”
Sebastian just stared at the jelly, his mouth agape, “Uh, no, Ames,” he started after a second,
“the green jelly is super rare and by the looks of it… no one else… Sees…”
They stood in silence and just watched as the green jelly floated idly around their part of the dock. Amelia inhaled, surprised when she felt the warmth of Sebastian’s hand brushing against her own.
It's an accident. You're standing at the edge of a pier… It's definitely only a–
Her thought was cut short by his little finger tentatively looping around hers, sending her heart into a drum solo that could rival even Abigail’s. She couldn't help but look up at him, only to meet his eyes. As she offers a sweet smile, she's met with one of his she’d never seen before. It seemed to be a fond smile, his eyes, for the first time since she met him, holding no hesitation or fear.
This smile changed everything.
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