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laniakea314 · 9 months

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MAJOR GOOD OMENS SPOILERS!!!!!

Only read if you’ve seen season 2

I rewatched season 2 and had a series of thoughts

We saw that heaven wants to start a 2nd Armageddon, but since the 1st one was (at least in part) prevented by Aziraphale and Crowley, what if the Metatron’s main purpose is to split them up because in order to prevent the Apocalypse, Aziraphale and Crowley have to work together? (which is also what Crowley tried to convince Aziraphale of in s1 ep1)

I’ll elaborate in a second, but first a few theories.

It’s possible that Crowley was the first supreme Archangel, the first Prince of Heaven. Maybe that’s why he didn’t mention his name during Aziracrow’s first meeting, has access to top secret files in heaven, and why the Metatron said (s2, ep6) that a disaster like Gabriel being cast out would constitute an institutional problem because such things aren’t supposed to happen twice. So Crowley’s fall could’ve been the first case, since we still don’t know much about his past. He fell because he questioned the authorities and Heaven’s will (a bit like how Gabriel votes against a 2nd Armageddon). Crowley isn’t evil, but he’s dangerous to the system, so they needed him out. But if he really used to be an archangel, it could explain why he said that he knows more about Aziraphale’s offer than he himself.

Also, a couple of times in this season we witness Crowley not recognising certain faces (like Furfur’s) he met in the past. But the Metatron? He immediately remembered him. Must’ve made quite an impression then. I don’t believe Crowley trusts the Metatron (he doesn’t trust Heaven in general tbh). And from that glance and suspicious miracle sound we hear when the Metatron turns to Crowley before going outside with Aziraphale in ep6, I believe the feeling is mutual.

Aziraphale is traumatised by 6000 years of religious gaslighting, and the Metatron is making use of that by telling him lots of nice words to lure him back in, cleverly taking advantage of Aziraphale’s great weakness, his love for Crowley.

However, it’s likely that he never wanted Crowley to come back to Heaven and work with Aziraphale. But he doesn’t see this offer as a risk, as if he already knew how everything would play out. That Aziraphale would take on the opportunity while Crowley would reject it, making them go separate ways. Which could be the Metatron’s true intention.

Some observations about the Metatron:

When we see him make an order at the coffee shop, he points out the name, “give me coffee or give me death”, and how predictable it was that people always chose the coffee and no one ever chose death. Key word here is “predictable”.

Could be farfetched, but what if this is foreshadowing, and the “coffee” stands for joining heaven, while “death” stands for remaining on earth, which would result in literal death once Heaven tries to start a 2nd apocalypse? It’s predictable that people would choose coffee. And Aziraphale does too.

Now about Muriel. The Metatron asks them to remain at the bookshop and that it was great they were reading a book, likely because he was already planning to leave the bookshop to them, as if he truly expected Aziraphale to follow him.

Maybe there was something wrong with the coffee, or the Metatron did some weird miracle to manipulate Aziraphale, or he is just super good at predicting people’s actions, but when the Metatron made Aziraphale the offer of becoming supreme archangel, he must’ve been VERY confident that Aziraphale would take it.

Tbh Aziraphale’s choice wasn’t so out of character. After all, he’s someone who sees the good in people, loves forgiveness and likes to get involved in tasks that require a certain level of responsibility (for ex. performing in a magic show, hosting the shop owner’s meeting…). So it makes sense that he would want to try to fix heaven, given the opportunity (since he knows that heaven can sometimes be cruel). Moreover, while Crowley might have come to peace with the possibility that everything - angels, demons, heaven and hell etc. (s2 ep1) - might be pointless, Aziraphale needs a purpose. For the majority of his life, it was supporting God’s will and the Great Plan, then it was stopping Armageddon. In the past years, he didn’t really have something like that. But a promotion to supreme archangel could restore that sense of purpose, by doing good and trying to turn things around in heaven.

Aziraphale loves Earth and he must have thought about the world’s well-being above everything when accepting the Metatron’s offer. And since the offer included making Crowley an angel again and working together in Heaven, how could he have said no?

(On the other hand, one of the things that makes me wonder whether Aziraphale’s decision was completely free: he was suspiciously quick to accept to work in an environment far away from the place he’s known for millennia, away from earthly delights like food, literature and music, and away from his beloved bookshop, leaving it in the hands of an angel he barely knows.)

Anyway, Aziraphale probably expected Crowley to be on board with the idea (given how happy he was to deliver the news) but Crowley turned the offer down, thus putting him before a very painful dilemma.

We know that Aziraphale is incredibly indecisive. While Crowley is sure of his beliefs and values and does as he pleases, for Aziraphale it’s always been much harder to stray from heaven’s expectations. Throughout the 6000 years he’s usually relied on what he believes God would want, even claiming that he was on “God’s side”. But Crowley has helped him understand and unwrap the hypocritical side of Heaven (like in the minisodes of ep 2 and 3), causing Aziraphale many interior moral conflicts. Aziraphale loves Crowley, but his inability to take a definite stance - whether it is between god’s or humanity’s interests, heaven or Crowley - is still compromising his loyalty towards his best and only true friend.

And many people have pointed out Aziraphale’s hesitation to reject Crowley, like when he held his back for a very brief moment during their kiss, or when he touched his own lips afterwards, as if to re-feel the kiss. Because of course he’s also in love with Crowley and wants to be with him but he’s so very indecisive and, on top of that, bad at communicating. Like, from the way he sold his offer to Crowley, it sounded as if they could only be together if they were both angels, that they had to do good deeds. And the “I forgive you” after the kiss?! What has Crowley done to him that would require forgiveness? The kiss? The fact that Crowley wanted to stay a demon, who by definition is unforgivable? Was that some sort of charitable response?

Aziraphale, ily but you shattered Crowley’s heart and everybody else’s too. What’s that poor demon supposed to think now?!

(Sorry for the rant)

And despite that, Crowley still waited for Aziraphale, hoping that he might change his mind. Before their talk, he was so excited about the “us time” and that long breakfast at the Ritz they were supposed to have, he even prepared to play “A nightingale sang in Barkley square” in the Bentley when they would drive there. He was finally ready to confess to the person he loves, after 6000 years!!! And then- and then… no nightingales 😭

Neil Gaiman did such a spectacular job on the whole season and especially the finale. It was absolutely brilliant, peak screenwriting, and so so heart-shattering.

There’s still so much to unpack but I wanted to add one more thought about Crowley.

Crowley has just poured out his heart, bared his soul to Aziraphale, mustered up the courage to unpack 6000 years of friendship, mutual trust, to confess that he wants to be with Aziraphale forever, be an “us”. He showed Aziraphale his most vulnerable side. After their break up, he’ll need a lot time to process his thoughts and feelings, because although they’ve fought before, it has never been like that. But even if the hurt, frustration and disappointment are unlikely to fade anytime soon, 6000 years can’t just be erased like that.

Crowley knows that Heaven can be dangerous, toxic and manipulative, and he has seen the records about Gabriel, seen how the other angels won’t hesitate to get rid of those who stand in the way of their ambitions. He’s seen the plans for a second Armageddon and knows that Aziraphale would be against it and that standing up for/ opposing that idea in Heaven would get him into serious trouble. Not to mention that Heaven is the very place that tried to kill Aziraphale in s1 ep6, and Crowley had front row seats in witnessing their cruelty.

So, knowing all that, Crowley wouldn’t just stand by and watch while he knows that Aziraphale is in danger, would he? (After all, rescuing Aziraphale makes him so happy…)

He probably wouldn’t do something right away, but I don’t think he’ll remain impassive to his beloved angel being in an unsafe situation for too long (he might even collaborate with Muriel, that would be fun to see again).

I don’t know if any of all that made sense but I just had to scream out my thoughts somewhere because GO2 left me with a LOT of them.

I love this show, the characters, the creators and actors with all my heart. I was super hyped for season 2 and it exceeded all my expectations

A HUGE THANK YOU TO NEIL GAIMAN AND EVERYONE INVOLVED ❤️❤️❤️❤️

#good omens #ineffable husbands #aziraphale #crowley #go2e6 #good omens season 2 #good omens spoilers #go2 spoilers #david tennant #michael sheen #neil gaiman

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seoulful-spotlight · 2 months

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Exploring 5 Classic Korean Dramas That Captivated Hearts

Korean dramas, often referred to as K-dramas, have become a global cultural phenomenon known for their compelling storytelling, emotional depth, and charismatic performances. Let’s delve into the world of classic Korean dramas that have stood the test of time, leaving an enduring impact on viewers around the world.

1. "Winter Sonata" (2002):

"Winter Sonata" is often credited with igniting the international Hallyu wave. This classic romance drama follows the story of Kang Joon-sang and Jung Yu-jin, childhood friends whose paths diverge but fate brings them together again. Set against the backdrop of picturesque winter landscapes, the drama's emotional depth and plot twists have made it a timeless favorite.

2. "Boys Over Flowers" (2009):

"Boys Over Flowers" is a modern classic that has become a gateway K-drama for many international viewers. This romantic drama follows the Cinderella-like story of Geum Jan-di, a strong-willed girl who enters the elite Shinhwa High School and captures the attention of the F4, a group of wealthy and influential boys. The series is known for its addictive plot, romantic tension, and memorable characters.

3. "Coffee Prince" (2007):

"Coffee Prince" (also known as The 1st Shop of Coffee Prince) is a gender-bending romantic comedy that has left an indelible mark on the K-drama landscape and broke new ground in K-drama storytelling. The story revolves around Go Eun-chan, who pretends to be a man to work at a coffee shop owned by the brooding and charismatic Choi Han-kyul. The drama explores themes of identity, friendship, and love, challenging traditional gender norms, and is celebrated for its progressive and refreshing narrative.

4. "Descendants of the Sun" (2016):

"Descendants of the Sun" stands as a monumental success, not only in South Korea but across the globe. This military romance drama follows the love story between Captain Yoo Shi-jin and Dr. Kang Mo-yeon amidst the backdrop of a fictional war-torn country. The drama's stellar cast, intense romance, and themes of sacrifice and duty propelled it to international acclaim, making it a classic for fans of the genre.

5. "Goblin" (2016-2017):

"Goblin," also known as "Guardian: The Lonely and Great God," is a fantasy romance that captivated audiences with its otherworldly premise and deeply emotional storytelling. The drama follows Kim Shin, a centuries-old goblin seeking redemption, and Ji Eun-tak, the high school girl destined to be his bride. "Goblin" is celebrated for its intricate plot, poignant themes, and stellar ensemble cast, including Gong Yoo and Kim Go-eun.

Honorable Mention: "Kill Me, Heal Me" (2015):

While not a traditional classic, "Kill Me, Heal Me" deserves an honorable mention for its unique premise and exceptional execution. The drama follows Cha Do-hyun, who struggles with dissociative identity disorder, and his journey toward healing with the help of a psychiatric resident. The outstanding performances and the exploration of mental health topics make it a standout in the K-drama landscape.

Honorable Mention: "Reply 1988" (2015 - 2016):

"Reply 1988" is part of the Reply series, each set in a different historical period. This installment, set in 1988, revolves around five families living in the same neighborhood. The drama beautifully captures the nostalgia of the '80s, portraying the joys and challenges of adolescence, family dynamics, and first love. "Reply 1988" is cherished for its heartwarming storytelling, relatable characters, and the emotional connection it fosters with viewers.

Conclusion:

These classic Korean dramas have left an unfaltering mark on the hearts of viewers, contributing to the global popularity of K-dramas. Whether exploring romance, comedy, historical elements, or a mix of genres, each of these dramas has become a timeless gem, proving that the magic of K-dramas continues to endure and captivate audiences around the world.

#korean culture #kpop #korean drama #kdrama #netflix kdrama #hallyu #gong yoo

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floweringpear · 1 year

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#coffee prince #kdrama #gong yoo #idk what to tell you guys #i’m just right

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mjracles · 1 year

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gong yoo as choi han-kyul [최한결] in coffee prince (2007)

(source - coffee prince [1×17])

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every-marveler-ever · 1 year

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2023, Masterlist

This masterlist documents any works written between January 1st 2021 till December 31st 2022. Other important links below ↙

2021 - 2022 Masterlist

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TOTAL WORKS: 22

(Last updated = 03/07/23)

The Clouds Have Always Been Gray: A glimpse into the life of prince Anthony Stark and how escaping was a much better idea. [🗯️] [🌭]

Large Ambitions: After long nights of talking Tony and Steve have large ambitions for Peter’s birthday, it’s not until the next morning they realise how large their ambitions are.

The Same Way Astronomers Trace The Stars: The ways Stephen Strange has dealt with not being able to sleep over the years, and why it’s changed. [🏥]

No Plan To Sneak Out In A Snow Storm: Rhodey convinces his boyfriends to join him in replying to Tony’s mother’s note to join them for Thanksgiving. At least the bed is big enough for the four of them until they can get a hotel that is. [💘] [🗯️]

Magic and Middle-Earth: Stephen doesn’t like when people take his notes or idea for Avengers book club which leads Bucky and Peter into an interesting situation, almost punishment for Bucky loving the Hobbit so much. [📚] [🏥]

Some Dramatics First: Bucky Barnes wouldn’t say that he is unlucky, but he’s certainly not the luckiest person in the world, it’s exactly what he’s thinking while sitting in the campus jail cell. But he has an (okay) friend who can bail him out, it might just take some dramatics first. [📚] [🏥]

In The Circle: Peter signed up to the circle for some fun (and because he desperately needed the money) thinking that it would at least be a fun 4 week’s vacation, he didn’t expect to fall in love with someone over a screen. [💘] [🤷]

Laughter, Relationships and Partners: It wasn’t Bucky’s intention to get between a relationship, especially not one as strong as Rhodey and Tony’s, but in his defence, he didn’t know they were dating. (A bad description). [📚] [🗯️]

Idea’s Keep From Sleeping: Bucky goes to collect Tony from the lab so they can all go to bed together for once, but then Bucky gets distracted and so then it’s up to Rhodey to figure it all out. [📚] [🗯️]

Out Of My Limit - Live: James stares at the customer in front of him, “uh sorry sir but we don’t have any of that,” because who walks into a service station and asks for a poppyseed muffin. [🗯️]

“Anyone could see that the Prince was charming. The only one for me.”: Sam and Tony watch Snow White and The Seven Dwarfts, but Tony is fairly sure that it’s not Snow White on screen, because he never remembers a proposal in the movie. [💘] [😒] [🪶]

Breathing In Love (Breathing Out Friendship): Bucky’s not in love with Tony Stark, he refuses to be because he’s about to be married to Peter Quill. Tony loves Stephen Strange and they have the money that makes love more than real. Bucky just needs some air instead. [💘] [🏥] [🤷]

Chicken Whiny Soup: Sam makes chicken noodle soup for everyone when they are sick, the thing is, you have to actually be sick to get the soup. [🗯️] [🪶]

Friends To Lovers.: “It has been strange growing up with you,” Steve admits. [🥀]

Stucky Kitten Interview, #1 Trending: Stucky is the internet’s favourite couple with many compilations surrounding them, in battle, on the red carpet, doing press conferences, and even famous BuzzFeed interviews. [📪] [🥀]

Thai, Koalas and Aurora Borealis: Peter has many questions for such a little guy so Sam humours him with a late-night snack, though some people might not refer to reheated Thai food as a snack. [🤷] [📪] [🪶]

What makes a bodega different from a coffee shop, an extensive guide by Peter B. Parker.: Peter Parker travels to the bodega as often as the coffee shop two streets over and they are both critical in his life. He just didn’t realise how important they were to each other. [🏥] [🕠 - Peter Parker Bingo 2023]

Broken Numbers, Broken Arms, Broken Relationship: Peter Stark’s parents have been divorced since he was two-years-old, it was probably for the best, since they can’t seem to be in the same room without arguing, even when Peter has a broken arm. [🕠] [🤷]

Same Wavelength: Peter and Harley like to host monthly game nights to fuel the competitive spirits between the couple, they also create many special moments on these nights. [🕠]

Taskmaster Avengers Edition: Tony suggests the idea of an Avengers Edition Taskmaster special and everybody seems pretty excited by the idea. Tony was too but hindsight is 20/20 and if it’s making people laugh, that is okay. [🧨 - Black Widow Bingo] [📻 - Tony Stark Bing Mark VII]

(Gala) Family Boyfriend Dinner: Peter refused to be embarrassed by his parents, it was just his boyfriend it wasn’t really a big deal, it would be one dinner that he didn’t really want to have in the first place. It just happens that this dinner was in a large hall, in front of many people from SI and the press. Because it was a gala. [🕠] [🤷]

Sam Wilson’s Luck With Blind Dates: Sam Wilson has horrible luck when it comes to dating, he really just isn’t interested. His sisters (Darcy, Jane and Natasha) decided it was their job to set him up on blind dates. Not knowing that Sam Wilson is seriously unlucky regarding blind dates. [🪶] [🧨] [📻]

#cait's masterlist

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cqlfeels · 2 years

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10 Characters, 10 Fandoms, 10 Tags

@hysieme tagged me (thank you!)

In no particular order, and I'm making up some categories for fun

From fandoms I have blogs for

Lan Xichen (MDZS/CQL/MXTX in general)

Frodo Baggins (JRR Tolkien, including here all his works - also here's a reminder to follow me on @tolkien-feels to see me scream about blorbos)

From childhood favorites

Jem Blythe (LM Montgomery)

Loki (from Padraic Colum's Children of Odin, which was 90% of my childhood and I can still quote at length)

From my teenage days

Go Eun Chan (1st Shop of Coffee Prince)

Fanny Prince (Jane Austen)

From historical fiction (as in "fiction written long ago" not as in "modern fiction set long ago")

Liu Bei (Romance of the Three Kingdoms - the Luo Guanzhong novel, not one of the adaptations)

Galehaut (Lancelot-Grail cycle)

Most recent blorbos

Evelyn Quan Wang (Everything Everywhere All at Once)

Captain Arthur Hastings (from the Poirot series. Agatha Christie books and this show in particular are things I've loved all my life, but I've always been a Poirot person. But I'm currently rewatching the show and I don't know why but suddenly I'm full of blorbo feelings for Hastings)

@natandacat @madeleineengland @madtomedgar @layzeal @over-the-misty-mountains @lhaewiel @autumnslantern @wenyuans @malicemismanager and I'm leaving an open spot for anyone who needs an excuse to do it (just say I tagged you, nobody facts check that)

#not fandom #i mean #lots of fandoms technically

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catycoplin · 1 year

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PARIS, FRANCE

1.10-1.15.23

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S a t u r d a y . Brunch at Brasserie Dubillot . Uber to Jardin du Luxembourg . Walk to the Pantheon . Explore Catacombs of Paris . Uber to drinks at Le Select . Sunset at Montparnasse Tower . 7-course dinner at Maison Soto . Lavomatic or L'Épicier speakeasy S u n d a y . Breakfast at Les Deux Magots . Stop by Ladurée for macaroons + coffee . Cross the river at Pont Des Artes . Timed-Entry The Louvre . Lunch at Kong . Explore the 1st and 2nd arr. . Clean up at Hotel . Sunset at the Eiffel Tower . Dinner at Verde . Crazy Horse Caberet M o n d a y . Brunch at Pink Mama in Montmarte . Walk around the 18th arr. to see The Wall of Love, Le Moulin de la Galette and Sacre-Coeur. . Grab a drink at La Sancerre . Dinner near the hotel ** MANY shops are closed on Sundays and Mondays, so plan accordingly if you’re looking to bring something special home. T u e s d a y . Free morning. . Lunch at Hotel Particulier Montmarte . Drinks at Little Red Door . Dinner and drinks at Aux Trois Obus (no alcohol allowed in the game) . PSG game at Parc des Princes! W e d n e s d a y . Breakfast + Fly Home

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aemulus-cb · 2 years

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♛Hwang Hyunjin♛

𝑺𝒖𝒑𝒆𝒓𝒃𝒊𝒂❟ 𝒕𝒉𝒆 𝒍𝒂𝒏𝒅 𝒐𝒓 𝒕𝒉𝒆 𝒘𝒆𝒂𝒍𝒕𝒉𝒚 𝒂𝒏𝒅 𝒑𝒓𝒊𝒅𝒆𝒇𝒖𝒍. 𝑨 𝒑𝒍𝒂𝒄𝒆 𝒘𝒉𝒆𝒓𝒆 𝒔𝒕𝒂𝒕𝒖𝒔 𝒄𝒐𝒏𝒕𝒓𝒐𝒍𝒔 𝒂𝒍𝒍 𝒂𝒏𝒅 𝒔𝒖𝒑𝒆𝒓𝒊𝒐𝒓𝒊𝒕𝒚 𝒓𝒆𝒊𝒏𝒔 𝒇𝒓𝒆𝒆. 𝑻𝒓𝒂𝒊𝒕𝒔 𝒇𝒐𝒖𝒏𝒅 𝒊𝒏 𝒏𝒐𝒏𝒆 𝒐𝒕𝒉𝒆𝒓 𝒕𝒉𝒂𝒏 𝒕𝒉𝒆𝒊𝒓 𝒄𝒓𝒐𝒘𝒏 𝒑𝒓𝒊𝒏𝒄𝒆...

𝑰𝒏𝒕𝒓𝒐𝒅𝒖𝒄𝒊𝒏𝒈❟ 𝑯𝒘𝒂𝒏𝒈 𝑯𝒚𝒖𝒏𝒋𝒊𝒏 𝒐𝒇 𝑺𝒖𝒑𝒆𝒓𝒃𝒊𝒂

"Iᴛ's ɴᴏᴛ ᴛʜᴀᴛ I ᴛʜɪɴᴋ I'ᴍ ʙᴇᴛᴛᴇʀ ᴛʜᴀɴ ᴇᴠᴇʀʏᴏɴᴇ ᴀʀᴏᴜɴᴅ ᴍᴇ. Iᴛ's ᴛʜᴀᴛ I ᴋɴᴏᴡ I'ᴍ ʙᴇᴛᴛᴇʀ. I ʜᴀᴠᴇ ᴀ sᴛᴀɴᴅᴀʀᴅ ᴛᴏ ᴜᴘʜᴏʟᴅ. Sᴏ ᴡʜʏ ᴍᴜsᴛ I sᴛᴏᴏᴘ ᴛᴏ ʏᴏᴜʀ ʟᴇᴠᴇʟ?"

𝔅𝔞𝔠𝔨𝔤𝔯𝔬𝔲𝔫𝔡:

Hyunjin is a peacock hybrid and the heir to the kingdom of Superbia. He is known to be prideful, arrogant and down right brash but this is an attitude appreciated in his kingdom. The more you have to flaunt, the more respected you are.

Of course, there are still people above him who don't tend to appreciate his boisterous personality. Namely, his parents, who grew tired of his instance of gaining the throne early to prove just how well off he was.

The young prince was told to go make a name of his own and thus, he resides with Mingi, assisting at his coffee shop.

𝔓𝔬𝔴𝔢𝔯𝔰:

As a hybrid, he can switch forms at will (clothes switching with him). He can be completely human or flaunt his colourful tail and feathers whenever he pleases but chooses to remain in his bird form when alone at home.

⏣Hyunjin's heat is from the 1st-3rd of every month, where he will be increasingly needy and desperate for attention

𝒩𝒮ℱ𝒲:

⏣Switch | Bratty sub | Hard dom | Poly (2 partners max)

⏣Bisexual

⏣Kinks: Name calling, heavy degradation, bondage, choking

#hyunjin.sa

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