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fluffypotatey · 5 months

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Hcs about shadowpeach reconnecting?

i like to think of it being very slow. to me, shadowpeach is the slowest of all slow burns both when they’re developing a relationship and trying to reconnect.

while i am a sucker for shadowpeach fluff and them being all clingy and cuddley, i still don’t think the two would even get that close for some time (and i mean some time).

lemme see if i can do a little rundown (i fucking lied) of my idea of a shadowpeach reconnection post-s4:

after the scroll and after their battle with the Brotherhood, both are in an agreement of a truce. as in, both acknowledged that neither of them wish to really fight or stay upset with the other because both understand that they never really could

so there’s a truce, a renewed exchange of peaches, that informs the other that while nothing will ever be like before….maybe that’s for the best, maybe they deserve something different and new between them

it doesn’t immediately take away from all their hurt feelings and pettiness. Wukong’s teasing will never hit the same and Macky’s guard is still at full defense

MK will still find them arguing up to the sky about something as trivial as which path leads to which waterfall and “shut up and just follow me, you idiot, this mountain has been my home for over a millennia”

but there are baby steps in the right direction (Pigsy would call it the “babiest of steps” but nobody asked him)

it takes them a year to come to terms that their petty arguing is just petty to be petty (tho they hold out a little longer because neither want to admit that to each other because it could meaning losing the game. what game? neither are exactly sure of what)

but it’s after both take the time to really refrain from that itch to bitch that both actually have a chance to talk with some substance (there may have been an external force that led to this conversation; a curse trapping them in a void space, being separated from the group so it’s just them two, the works)

but then that arguing loses its teeth and resembles something like banter. Wukong and Macky never truly did banter much in the past. not like this. it’s a little freeing. to be able to push and pull against each other without any reserve or need to

and this was their relationship for quite some time after. no physical hugs or touches like Wukong was privy to before or that Macky used to indulge in. you had the occasional glance here and there but not enough for the other to notice (everyone else, of course, noticed)

ironically, it’s Macky who initiates their first hug in ages.

Wukong, over the years, has slowly been building up to it with shoulder bumps, a light punch in the shoulder, and sometimes a bump to the hip.

when asked, Wukong would explain that he’s a physically affectionate guy but knows Mac has his limits and does his best to respect that as much as he can

on his own tho, Wukong personally feels like those touches are the most he will ever be granted to give. that is, until after a fierce battle, skirmish, whatever new daring thing that almost costs the Monkie Kid team, Macky actually pulls Wukong in for a hug

it’s nothing big or grand. well, nothing big for anymore normal since it’s a very short side hug, but it was something big for the both of them.

suffice to say, that was enough permission for Wukong to initiate more physical affection towards Macky

neither of them are really ready to put anything that they’re doing to name. makes it more definite and breakable

hell, they don’t even acknowledge that they’re past the point of tolerable acquaintances until a couple years later

but yeah, a shadowpeach reconnection, in my eyes, will takes years (centuries even) to truly rekindle their relationship. like i said, it’s a slow burn and one both want to tread carefully even if it’s agonizing to watch from the outside (see MK and friends)

#also #i don’t think the two would even talk about jttw until some years when both have a firmer footing on where both stand #bc it’s a touchy topic for both #they could reminisce about anything from their past but always stay quiet with jttw until much MUCH later #in my mind #but yeah that’s my idea #it’s also why when i write Wukong’s death both are still not close to where they were #there’s something. something both quietly acknowledge to be there and existing between the two but can’t breach bc of #how new and fragile their renewed relationship is with each other #and even post reconnecting they would be the absolute worst with how clingy they are #both would deny it if asked but omfg they would be so terrible and can’t even stand to stay away for long #ugh i hate them (liar)#lmk #shadowpeach #asks #lmk headcanon #long post #ish #probably

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quitealotofsodapop · 8 months

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MK ends up supervised at all times when he's pregnant specifically after he nearly burned down Pigsy's due to pregnancy brain, usually by Red Son and/or Mei but occasionally by the others. They let his siblings babysitsupervise him one time and the older adults came back to them all asleep in a cuddle pile on the couch with MK in the center, Mei's phone still on and playing the OSP 'History Hijinks' playlist because dorky mortals do be dorky sometimes

MK also absolutely has Wukong's "Gold Vision lets me see the baby(s)" thing and would just lovingly watch his kids as they developed via Gold Vision, drawing what he sees for Red and the others (except Wukong cuz he can ofc also see the developing grandkids). Red has all of the drawings compiled into a photo album, along with ultrasounds and so many pictures of just pregnant MK. He loves his husband very very much

Awwwww!!!! I havent much to add because these are so cute!

Wukong and Macaque are protective ofc, but they've been through the pregnant monkey motions before, so they give MK almost-complete freedom whenever he's with them. DBK and PIF in contast have an army of Bull Clones at the ready to attend MK's every need and ensure the safe arrival of their future grand-heirs.

Pigsy would def be the most insistent that MK take parental leave from work - both out of concern (thats his adoptive son and grandpiglets there), and out of fear for his poor restaurant. Tang thinks he's over-reacting a bit, but carrys MK's food to him irregardless. Sandy ofc is the most trusted expert when it comes to breathing exercises, teas, and aromatherapy.

Mei is chiller about letting MK do stuff for himself around the house, but wisely doesn't let him cook something unsupervised. Nezha and Chenxiang are chill in their own ways too, but they worry when MK carries anything heavier than a book. Bai He and the Eclipse Twins are determined to make sure MK stays off his feet until the spicynoodles baby(s) arrive. They would be mega-proud and bossy about it too since; "I'm their uncle/auntie!", and MK adores his little siblings too much to argue with them. Sibling cuddle piles/nests are a common occurance.

With Red, atleast MK can convince her to let him walk to the corner store for snacks. Red does insist that MK take a Bull Clone to carry any heavy weights tho (bonus: safety precaution).

MK using his Gold Vision to "peak in" at the developing baby(s) is such an adorable idea. He probably does it first on accident and is speechless. Wukong tells him how he did the same thing when Macaque was pregnant with MK (+when Shadowpeach had Rumble & Savage), and that its super cool to watch the little guy(s) grow. MK would def sketch up what he sees in there and pins it next to the corresponding ultrasound for comparision.

I feel like thats how they found out there was twins...

Ultrasound Technician: "Ok, looks like you've got a big healthy baby demon in there!" MK, turns on Gold-Vision: "Huh, but whats this blobby bit of energy here? Normally I see only one." Ultrasound technician: *moves sensor to the spot* "Oh!! Make that two healthy babies! That one must have been hiding behind its twin." MK: :D!! Red Son: *faints with joy*

Red Son def has an endless wallet/photo album of their growing family. Their almost as bad as their dad - Mr "Canonically brags about the exact time of his kid's birth to anyone who'd listen" DBK. Red Son got the timestamps ready for their own bragging.

#the monkey king and the infant au #the monkey king and the infant #spicynoodles being parents #spicynoodlesshipping #spicynoodles #pregnancy tw #trans mk #nonbinary red son #lego monkie kid #lmk #shadowpeach being parents #freenoodles being parents #sandy being the best uncle #lmk fan children

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fangirlingpuggle · 2 years

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Crazy tired right now but here is another dumb LMK idea with soulmates where you sometimes swap bodies with your soulmates.

Just Shadowpeach where Macaque and Wukong occasionally swap bodies and TRY VERY HARD NOT TO ACKNOWLEDGE WHAT THAT MEANS! They just add glamours for the day so they look like themselves and go about their day trying hard to think about it...

Which has worked for them... Until MK uses his eyes to see through the illusion... that leads to... awkwardness

MK:AH MACAQUE

SWK:What bud no it’s me

MK:Drop the act Macaque I can see through the illusion

SWK:...

SWK:...Ok I know this looks bad

It’s incredibly awkward and worse after MK starts trying to set them up.

Also Chimerashipping chaos where any of the three can switch bodies...DBK and PIF take a while to figure out their son has 2 soulmates and are VERY confused for a while...

Also when Mei or MK are in Red’s body they 1000% do the whole ‘evil plans’ and monologue and laugh.

Bonus: If they switched before meeting each other both Red Son and PIF being so confused when MK shows up. Red freaking out that one of his soulmates is now the Monkie Kings succesor.

Bonus Bonus: DBK actually interacting with Red Son as he and PIF swapped occasionally while he was trapped

#lmk #lego monkie kid #shadowpeachshipping #shadowpeach #lmk shadowpeach #chimerashipping #chimera #au #fic prompt #humor #monkie kid #soulmates #lmk macaque #lmk mk #lmk mei #lmk sun wukong #lmk red son #lmk demon bull king #lmk princess iron fan

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misticloyal · 2 years

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Shadowpeach HC’s

These were part of a bigger post but then I noticed how skewed they were to include Macaque and Wu Kong lmao

I have also developed a crippling addiction to angst of these two soo...,,, (These ones are fucked: CW for toaster bath mentions + SH)

Jesus Christ I didn’t think LMK monks could make me get on the same angst level as actual Tommy Exile shit from DSMP lore lmao

- Monkey King and Macaque play each other in Xian Qi ALL THE TIME and they’re both extremely good since they both had experiences leading actual war troops.

Occasionally they’ll get caught up in a really intense game and someone would enter the room just to feel the tension of two superpowers going at it. MK likes to watch them though and they teach him how to play it eventually

- Macaque is a theatre kid and used to put on plays for Monkey King’s generals when they all lived on Flower Fruit Mountain

Continuation: People assume that Macaque is the only theatre kid, but they seem to forget that Su Kong also exists in that category. After he got ahold of what was going on he’d demand to be able to participate and so they’d act out and voice plays for ‘show nights’ as the monkeys called them.

When they eventually meet again in the airship they host a ‘show’ called “Shows first take”. This is when MK or Mei get an episode of a show and let Macaque and Wu Kong voice over all the lines in one take- they saw Snapcube’s dubs and said “hey we can do that 🤨” and then they did.

- Monkey King likes Peach chips, and Macaque likes Plantain chips

- As kids Wu Kong and Macaque both loves stealing juice boxes from local grocery stores

Not only that but the concept of juice just being sold was revolutionary to them.

“You’re telling me I don’t have to squeeze oranges until my hands are orange?!”

“No- Wu Kong you don’t understand, they made orange juice without pulp”

“WHAT THE FUCK-”

- Both Wu Kong and Macaque have never worn sneakers a DAY in their lives so the only thing they’ll wear that's close to shoes is sandals. (No socks either they hate those)

- Macaque can purr and Sun Wu Kong cannot

- I mentioned in one of my posts about Shadowpeach constantly dreaming about them apologizing to each other and becoming friends and now I raise you this:

When they actually did apologize and agree to be civil for the sake of LBD fucking shit up, neither of them cried and they didn’t even hug or anything which is weird because they DID have a super emotional talk about how they need to get their shit together and everything.

However, they both started bawling the following night when they decided to watch a movie about space together. They’re emotionally constipated and for some reason hearing some guy talk about black holes and the vastness of the universe really did it for them ¯\_(ツ)_/¯

After that they always kept an eye on one another so they don’t accidentally disappear from the other’s view for too long

- Monkey King’s stupid automated cardboard cut-outs have a sensor installed to sense if macaque is near it, and if he is the speaker will say

“Everyone thinks my favorite fruit is peaches, but my second favorite is mangoes :D”

- Macaque used to deal with Wu Kong’s bullshit for a long time, so one day close to when he joined the “Find the Samadhi Fire Club” Monkey King is like- OFF THE WALLS BATSHIT CRAZY (he didn’t take his meds *Wheeze*) and the gang has absolutely no fucking idea how to control him.

Macaque walks into the room, calls in Wu Kong to spar w/ him and they watch all of the *hyper-ness* melt away in the easy push and pull they have when they practice. They never let Macaque be out of the house when Monkey King goes hyper mode now.

- Macaque does the sweetest things for Wu Kong without saying it out-loud.

He leaves reminders when he knows the other’ll forget to do something.

Makes sure to leave Wu Kong the peaches from the fruit bowl

He’ll talk to MK and propose a day off from training when he knows both Wu Kong and his successor need a break

He indulges Wu Kong’s word vomit about some random shit because he knows it’s been so long since he trusted anyone long enough to let loose around them

When MK’s training with Monkey King, he prepares a selection of small first aid in case one of them gets hurt

He leaves him flowers made of shadows so they don’t wilt

Angst- One Last CW ok nice awesome;; anyway

- Macaque learned how to smoke his problems away and since he’s immortal he just has to recycle his lungs every so often because hundreds of years of smoking really does a number on ya o77

He listens to Minecraft Music* he pirated because he is a menace to society and smokes a whole fucking pack above the cloud line on really bad days

*For anyone who cares, Macaque’s favorite song is Excuse and that is not up for debate

Also once YouTube auto played this song next and Mr emo monkey had a little itty bitty breakdown- mama was crying WATERFALLS

- Macaque never can listen to music above 15% if he uses headphones because his eardrums would start to rupture

HOWEVER if something really fucking bad happened he’d bump it up to 20%for ✨escapism✨ resolving that he’ll just fix his bleeding ears later

- One time MK made a joke that Macaque would totally make and it distracted Monkey King so bad that MK actually landed a hit on him that was pretty respectable

- Wu Kong holds himself at night to try and pretend he’s not alone

- They just.,,, they hurt inside. Both of them. A lot.

- Sandy can see people’s aura and the first time he saw Macaque he was rooted to the spot because the only other person he’s seen carry this much hurt is Wu Kong himself

- Wu Kong curls up in a ball in an effort to hide from all the things he knows he fucked up (Him and Mac’s relationship, being a mentor to MK, getting attached to Tripitaka and the rest of the JTTW crew, lying abt certain things abt the Samadhi fire, etc.)

- OHHH FUCK THIS ONE’S SO SAD- I- I CAN’T- Wu Kong tries to replicate the feeling of the circlet in anyway he can whenever he screws something up, it started with large things like neglecting MK and ignoring Mei trying to tell him to man up for his mistakes and then it built up to anything minor in the slightest

God I fucking hate that stupid circlet it’s literally so fucking dumb I hate it the only thing that mounts up to this type of loathing is LBD’s bullshitery in cannon jfccccc

Like- Holy shit Wu Kong’s in the kitchen, drops a bowl by accident and freezes

HHHHHHHhhH- and then he starts justifying to himself why it was okay that he did that- it was an accident- accidents happen- but what if the bowl was expensive- it’s fine he can fix it- everything fine- 100% fine he’ll take care of it

And the whole time there’s not a single person in the kitchen so he’s just sitting in the middle of an empty kitchen mumbling to himself and clutching his head like the circlet is there

😀

- Macaque has a mural of the JTTW gang and one can see over the years how his feelings went from denial to anger to depression because at first the only noticeable marks were Tripitaka’s face being chiseled right out of the wall.

Then, scratches appeared all over the mural including Zhu Ba Jie, Sha Wu Jing, and Sun Wu Kong and finally; A huge red X was hastily drawn over the Monkey King, then scribbled over, then drawn again...Macaque’s still conflicted about it and sometimes just sits there with a wet sponge in his paw debating whether or not the X deserves to be there

- Contrary to popular belief Macaque actually HATES caffeine. Why? Caffeine is a stimulant. Alcohol is a depressant. One of them won’t cause him to gain hope about fixing things between him and Wu Kong.

One of them won’t make him go to Flower Fruit Mountain and embarrass himself in front of Wu Kong’s subjects because the golden monkey wasn’t even THERE he was gone on some sort of errand and all of his pathetic (they weren’t really, Macaque loved them) subjects watched him cry to himself.

- Once Macaque and Wu Kong had their falling out, Macaque refused to call Wu Kong anything but 大圣 because that's all he was to him now. Some random deity with too much power. Some random deity that was stupid, and beautiful, but stubborn and just not for Macaque.

(Wu Kong’s reaction to this was anger- he was so angry that Macaque had decided for him when his name started to mean nothing. But obviously he didn’t do anything because he was a pussy; and Macaque didn’t stick to the name-boycott for long because as soon as MK is added into the mix the name Wu Kong comes back instantly)

#lego monkie kid #lmk sun wukong #lmk macaque #headcanon #shadowpeach #angst #specifically #shadowpeach angst #lmk #i think about this too much

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apupthatdraws · 3 months

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I know this has been an issue on the site for a while but the porn bots are getting out of control and tumblr needs to do something about this

These are the tags of one of these post that seem to be grabbing popular tags on tumblr. The green highlighted one in particular is a tag I follow regularly.

It is also a CHILDREN’S SHOW!!!

I know most of the fanbase probably aren’t little babes or even THAT innocent, (I’ve seen the shadowpeach tags you degenerates/hj), but I feel with how recent the show is the view base is still mostly minors. (Let’s be honest, occasionally giving guys big boobs and mildly suggestive tik tok audios is peek teenagers behavior)

That is to say, I feel this in an incredibly inappropriate to do. We already fight over how to tag inside fandom like DpxDC or any other big crossover fandoms, we really don’t need this!!

I don’t know, maybe I’m overreacting, but I really got heated seeing this

#god damn it #tag you post correctly #bot accounts #tumblr bots #tumblr staff #do better #maybe malicious intent #maybe not #feral little shit

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d3rpydoods · 1 year

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Tagged by @pupppppppy, eyo wassup

Three ships: Shadowpeach and GhostSoapKönig, yeah I can't really thing of anything else atm

First ship ever: Sonadow or Sasunaru or some shit (same difference honestly)

Last song: Mother's Daughter by Miley Cyrus (Women empowerment is my favorite genre)

Last movie: Hmmm, rarely watch movies, I think it's either Porco Rosso or Monkey King: Reborn tbh

Currrently reading: Nothing really, does the occasional ao3 fic count?

Currently watching: Nothing atm (waiting in the bushes for more dubbed s4 lmk episodes tho)

Currently consuming: I'm just gonna assume media - in that case, it's the three T's: Tumblr, Tiktok, and Twitter

Currently craving: Some peace and quiet

@squidkid15, @inafallsaway, @cobacou, @munchkinlatte, hi bois join if you'd like! Everyone else as well, hope you have fun^^~!

#terrorizing my mutuals

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purble-turble · 2 years

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Mac's abandomnent issues and obsession with wukong guarantees wukong is the most important person in his life, that Mac won't even let others near him the same way he once let the monkey king in. Reverse dark shadowpeach where wukong encouraged that on purpose, and doesn't like that post season 3 Mac is healing a bit and letting others in like LBD's Host and MK

Yes, the version of dark shadowpeach where Sun Wukong is the yandere are especially fun! Maybe he doesn't even realize that's the way he feels until it's already started. Like, he's been kind of annoyed and putting up with Macaque and his obsession with him, but secretly enjoying the attention and the occasional fling they have, and then all of a sudden Mac starts bonding with MK and he's even taking on a role where he's kind of a mentor to this little girl and the Monkey King surprises himself with how jealous he is of this... Macaque has always only ever been interested in him so when he's got relationships with others (even platonic ones) it's startling and kind of ticks him off.

#ask #shadowpeach #dark shadowpeach #Anonymous

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moupies · 2 years

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They are just hanging out !! Will I ever actually draw them after tjttw? Nah they deserve to be happy

#i will draw angst …one day #EVERY TIME I TRY TO DRAW ANGST IT SOMEHIW TURNS INTO FLUFF #I am incapable of making them sad.#sun wukong #lmk swk #lmk #lego monkie king #shadowpeach #six eared macaque #macaque #lego macaque #GOD.#THEM.#seriously someone bully me into making angst #pies occasionally draws!!

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akystaracer22 · 1 year

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This will probably never be a huge AU for me but I saw a bunch of LMK edit's to The Story of The Phantom (Mostly Spicynoodle's or Shadowpeach) So I was fully prepared to throw some Freenoodle's into the ring because that is my personal OTP. What I also did was switch up who people would have likely assumed to be the Phantom and Esmerelda/Christine (Depending on the semantics). Listen, Pigsy has a god tier singing voice and the thought of delivering Tang angst was too tantalizing for me.

So the basic plot:

Pigsy still works as a chef, it's just that he's just starting out (This is set YEARS before canon) so he's not as caught up in it as he does get. On weekends he spends his nights at the local theatre, which in present day is Macaque's Shadow Theatre, and sometimes does in fact sing when he's feeling up to it.

One day while after one of these performances he finds himself taking a wrong turn in the theatres hall's and realises pretty quickly that he's going the wrong way. Before he turns back however a melody played on piano carries down the corrido and against his better judgement he pursues it, though not without grabbing a loose stone to defend himself with.

It's in the depths. of the theatre he meets the ever elusive phantom, Tang. He's honestly a lot less creepy than The Phantom. Most of his creepiness just stems from the fact he's lived a very secluded lifestyle. Also his scarring is not natural, it's a result of trauma he endured as a child. He managed to escape the situation and had been living under the theatre for almost a decade when he met Pigsy.

After a bit of threatening on Pigsy's behalf Tang comes clean about having heard his singing before on some nights and occasionally sneaking up into the theatre to listen in better, he just... forgot he left the secret passage open and didn't expect Pigsy to stumble in here.

Eventually the two settle down and Pigsy leaves, though Tang is able to wrestle out a promise from the chef to get him to return the next day after his work shift is over. Pigsy only agreed to it because Tang looked very sad to see the demon leave.

It becomes pretty common for Pigsy to visit Tang when he has free time, and he gets to know the man and eventually gets him to show Pigsy his face under the mask.

Over time, they fall in love. Slowly, but it's strong and it's mutual.

Of course, eventually Pigsy notices that Tang isn't really happy, not with this life. He's got to live in fear of potentially being discovered by others less kind than Pigsy, he has to live underground with little exposure to the outside world because he's got something that people want that he can't give them without it hurting.

It's not really a way to live, even if Pigsy makes it brighter.

So, Pigsy calls in an old friend to help him basically smuggle Tang out of the city and get him to someone who can cast some sort of glamour to hide the damage.

He calls Sandy.

#lego monkie kid #lego monkie kid au #lmk sandy #tang lego monkie kid #pigsy lego monkie kid #fluff #lmk freenoodles #freenoodleshipping #romance #phantom of the opera #phantom of the opera lmk au #angst #hurt/comfort #pre canon

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s-creations · 2 years

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The Lost Child - Chapter 10

Once, when the land was young and new, the Gods, the demons, and the mortals lived together. The world shaped by the battles between the Gods and the demons. Mortals attempting to thrive with what they could, living on the lands created by beings stronger than them. Eventually creating a connection with the Gods through shrines and offerings, in turn the Gods granted their protection.

When the number of demons grew, the amount of power diminished. Those deemed too weak were cast away. A tentative agreement was reached between those outcasted and the mortals. Demons allowed to live in the structures mortals had built. It was a slow process, but a calm living was eventually reached.

All seemed well. Until the Gods and powerful demon suddenly disappeared one morning. No reason, no explanation. Those left behind having to wonder what could have happened. It was all…strange. Worrisome. It was a clear sign something was wrong. Now it was just a question of when it was all going to fall apart.

Fandom: LEGO Monkie Kid Rating: Teen and Up Audiences Relationships: Shadowpeach, Freenoodles, MK&SunWukong&Macaque, MK&Pigsy&Tang, Mei&MK&Redson Warnings/Additional Tags: Lots of Characters, Everyone’s here, A lot is going to be changed, Rated Teen for just in case, Found family, Returning to Parents, There’s gonna be fluff and fighting, There’s plot - trust me.

Huntsman was silently berating himself for getting caught so easily. Now stuck sitting at one of the booths in the restaurant. He’d attempted to sneak away, once. Which resulted in the blue cat that had been carried by the other demon hissing loudly and calling attention. The water demon immediately at Huntsman’s side to sit him back down before he could get too far.

Even though the behemoth had yet to raise his voice or even throw a punch, the spider demon was on edge. Because something about the other demon told Huntsman to not cross him.

So there he sat, eyes darting between the water demon and the clearly angry cat now stationed on the table to keep an eye on Huntsman. Watching as the other demon carefully maneuvered around the comically small kitchen. Said being occasionally muttering something before finally emerging with two cups and a kettle with steam pouring out of the spout.

“Sorry for the wait! Pigsy’s moved his supplies around from the last time I was here. But nothing helps soothe nerves like a fresh cup of tea between two budding friends.”

Huntsman inches away as best he could as the water demon as the other sat across from him. Eyeing the cup of tea as it was handed over. Giving a tentative sniff, not finding anything wrong, and taking a cautious sip. A palette of fruit washed over his tongue. Not overly sweet but absolutely refreshing. His face must have betrayed his surprise because he found the water demon smiling at him.

Huntsman quickly worked his face to a more neutral appearance before muttering, “It’s fine.”

“Don’t fret. You’re allowed to enjoy things in your own way, don’t feel embarrassed. I’m Sandy.”

Huntsman stared the other down. Giving a name so willingly to someone who’s clearly an intruder was a foolish move. It made the other seem open and vulnerable. But if this fool wanted to keep his defenses low, so be it. It’ll be a mistake he’ll pay for later no doubt.

The spider demon cleared his throat before saying, “Huntsman.”

“Well met Mr. Huntsman, pleasure to meet you. Don’t suppose you could tell me what you were doing in MK’s room?”

Huntsman knew the water demon had to have some connection to the family. It was, however, hard to pinpoint how strong of a relation it was. Sandy knew where rooms were, but commented how the chef had moved items around. Meaning he’d not been here for a while.

Taking a sip to mull the information over further, Huntsman replied with, “I was asked to pick up a few things for MK. Something suddenly came up and they had to leave suddenly, family related I believe. But they left in such a hurry they forgot to grab a few essentials.”

“Ah, so you know Pigsy and the family!” Sandy beamed.

“...In a way.”

“Well, I will admit, I did stop by today because I got a strong aura reading coming from the city. A bad one. Made my skin crawl to be honest and realizing it was coming from here…makes me even more worried. I don’t suppose you know what’s happened?”

“No, just that it was a family emergency.”

“I do hope everything is okay,” the water demon frowned, “I hope you don’t also mind me asking as to why you were leaving through the window? Or why you attacked me?”

“I…thought you were an intruder and tried to run because… I’d rather not have a confrontation.”

“A fellow pacifist! Or, well, almost one, you did attack me. But I’m going to assume you just started on the path.”

Not even close.

“Yep,” Huntsman said quickly, “You got me. It’s…difficult to start off.”

“Don’t I know it, but don’t fret. The first few steps are going to be the hardest. I have a few groups who’ve helped me out that you could also benefit from. Oh, and I’ll give you my number as well! It’s just a sealine, not a cell phone, so I might not answer all the time. But I’m happy to talk whenever you need me. It’s beneficial to know you have people supporting you already.”

Huntsman couldn’t argue as he was handed a few pamphlets and a scrap of paper with a number written on it. The spider demon was stunned by this while Sandy merely smiled.

“Uh…thanks. I’ll keep this in mind.”

“Of course! More than happy to help. And I can also recommend some fantastic teas, that’s helped keep me focused from time to time. Are you more of a fruit or spice guy?”

“I don’t really know.”

“Not a problem, we can figure it out. I can give you a number of recommendations to pick from. Let’s see…” Sandy started to pat himself down, frowning in thought.

“I doubt my…local store carries tea.”

“Then it’s a good thing I always carry backups!”

Another wave of surprise hit Huntsman as numerous boxes of tea suddenly littered the table. Some were already open, a few bags spotted resting inside. Some were new, unopened still. There were teas that promote health, better sleep, being more awake, clearer skin, it was just a little bit of everything. While Huntsman’s eyes traveled over every box with clear confusion, Sandy got to work. Selecting a relatively empty box, the water demon grabbed a bag from different teas.

“This one has a wonderful tang of mixed berries. One of a casual spiced tea, a little bit like Earl Gray. Have you had that before? No? Well, guess you’re getting one of those as well. This one's good to have in the morning and this one will help you sleep better and…ah!”

Sandy’s smile never faulted the entire time he was selecting. But it seemed to grow brighter when collecting a bag from a rather beat up wooden box. Huntsman couldn’t help but become curious as Sandy brought the box to sit between them. Sliding open the lid and pulling out the last remaining bag from inside. The color of the leaves inside reminded Huntsman of the warm glow that occurred during a sunrise.

“This is one of my absolute favorites, and not just because I made it. A perfect blend of flavors, blueberry and sage, I enjoy this on a rainy afternoon. A good drink to give you a few moments to just…relax.”

The spider demon was stunned as he was given said bag. Sandy slid it in with the rest he had selected. “I…don’t think you should waste this on me.”

“Nonsense! I’m so happy to share my interest with new friends.”

Huntsman couldn’t argue back as a full collection of different teas were handed to him. “Uh…thank you.”

“My pleasure. You’ll need to come back and tell me which ones you like. A great way for us to bond!”

“Sure…but I should be going. I’ve been here for a bit too long.”

“Right, I’m sure Pigsy’s worried. Don’t suppose you could tell the family I say ‘hello’?”

“...Yeah.”

Huntsman was happy to finally break away from the restaurant. Ignoring Stront’s questions, the larger demon wanted an explanation as to why Huntsman was gone for so long. To which the shorter replied with a short ‘Drop it’.

Left behind in the darkened shop, Sandy let out a slow sigh before turning to Mo. “One of the few times I wish I had a cell phone… Well, nothing to do about it now. Let’s close up shop before going home. There’s nothing more we can do.”

Mo replied with a soft meow.

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Macaque let out a content sigh as he started to wake. Groaning softly as he stretched before opening his eyes. Barely holding back a coo as the scene before him. MK was still asleep, snoring softly, cheek squished against Wukong’s chest. The teen had shifted in his sleep to completely lie against the golden monkey. Wukong, who was already awake, had his eyes on the sleeping teen. Finger gently combing through two toned hair. A small smile on his face as he hummed a lullaby softly.

“Well, isn’t this just a comfortable scene.” Macaque whispered as he shifted closer. Wukong happily accepted the kiss on his cheek.

“The kid was clinging to me when I woke up!” Wukong whispered back excitedly, beaming.

“Like a baby monkey.

“Right!”

The Shadow Warrior laughed softly. Inching closer so he could lean against Wukong as well. “Probably helps that you’re just so comfortable.”

“Hey, when did I become furniture?”

“Shush, comfortable, furniture doesn’t talk.”

“...You’d better be happy I love you so much.”

That caused a round of quiet laughter from both. Which in turn woke MK up.

“Too early…” The teen whimpered softly. Nuzzling into Wukong’s neck, purring softly feeling the soft, golden fur.

“No such thing bud.” Wukong replied softly.

“Mmm, no, I agree with the kid. Too early.” Macaque said while laying his head back down on Wukong’s shoulder.

“Oh no, am I stuck with two night owls?”

Mk huffed before saying, “No, night monkeys.”

That caused Macaque to roll off Wukong as to not turn the other deaf from the boisterous laughter. To which Wukong sighed before saying, “Night monkeys and sass masters.”

“The sass is all you Peaches.”

“How dare you! You have all the sass.”

“Oh please, what do you bring to the table then?”

“Charm.”

“Is that what that was when you annoyed the Jade Emperor?”

“Maybe he just couldn’t handle how suave I am.”

MK was more than happy to lay there and listen to his parents talk. Occasionally wondering if being raised here would be different from where he was now. The deities seemed a bit more carefree and MK had yet to see them, well, work. But that didn’t mean the teen felt off or out of place. Even able to offer a few words to the conversation when he could, that caused a few laughs to be shared. Like he had with Pigsy and Tang.

The moment ended when a gentle knock sounded on the large doors.

“Excuse me sires,” a servant poked their head in, “but I wanted to inform you that breakfast is ready and your guests are already eating.”

“Suppose that’s our cue to finally get up. Come on you two.” Wukong smiled softly as dual groans were the replies.

When they arrived, they indeed found the mortal sitting around the small island. Nibbling away at the food prepared. MK claimed a hug from each before sitting down himself. It was determined, while they ate, that Wukong would take the morning session. Saying that it would be a good starting point to see how magically inclined the teen was and what he could do.

“Magic can be dangerous if left unchecked.” The golden monkey explained.

MK had just nodded in understanding. Soon dressed in an outfit that Wukong swore was ideal for training in. Even if the teen noticed that the garments were exceedingly expensive. More than what he’d ever owned before. Pushing that thought down as he entered the training room, seeing Tang in a similar outfit. Wukong beaming as MK joined the group again.

“How do those feel? Able to move around well?”

“Uh, yeah, I feel kind of bad though. They’re really nice, I don’t want to ruin them.” MK replied sheepishly.

“Don’t fret, it’s okay. They’re built to stand a lot. Tang did ask to join us in the part as well and I must say you two look great! What we’re going to focus on first is finding the source of your magic. For you Tang, it’s more of trying to find your center, a peaceful place if you will. But it’s not as simple as it sounds. MK, you’re going to find that you can’t just pull your magic out and use it like a tool.”

“Magic is more like water. It can take any shape, be hardened into something more solid, and it flows where it’s directed to when commanded. But you have to work out what needs to be done with it before using it. If you don’t have a clear idea, the magic you call upon can do more damage than good.”

“I’m already confused.” MK said worriedly.

“Which is why we’re starting with the basics. “ Wukong sat down on the training mat. Legs crossed as he got comfortable, watching as the other two followed. “As I said before, our first task is going to find the source of your magic. You’ll need to fall into a deep meditative state, learn how to recognize the feeling of it so you can find it without the extra steps.”

“It’s going to be difficult at first. Mortals don’t tend to hold magic. It seems to have dwindled out as the generations pass by. For you MK, it’s more of the fact that you haven’t done this before. We would…normally start off at a young age. But clearly that’s not an option! What I’m trying to say is that don’t be discouraged if you can’t get this right away. It takes time and patience.”

MK and Tang nodded, both looking worried but determined. Wukong gave an assuring smile before continuing. “Alright, get into a comfortable position. Close your eyes and focus on your breathing, keeping it slow and steady. Focus on that until you can’t hear or feel anything else.”

Off to the side, Macaque watched on with a wash of comfort falling over him. Another feeling of domestic bliss at the scene before him. Only looking away Pigsy sat next to the warrior. The chef seemed determined to not look over to Macaque, himself looking nervous and tense.

“...I’m surprised you didn’t join in the training?” The Shadow Warrior offered as a conversation starter.

“I’m not…really comfortable with the idea.” “Ah…okay…” Tail twitched nervously, Macaque shifted as he tried to get comfortable. An uneasy aura falling around the two. Feeling as if the chef was staring him down without actually looking at him. “Are…you okay?”

“Uh, yeah, why wouldn’t I be?”

“I can tell you’re unhappy.”

“Maybe I’m just not overly pleased with the current events. That I was pulled from my home and now…I feel like I’m losing my son.”

Macaque twitched again, clenching his jaw. He didn’t know why he thought they’d pushed past this, it was just a hopeful want. Clearly, he was wrong. Fur bristling hearing the words ‘my son’ pour from Pigsy’s mouth. “MK…is my son too.”

It was Pigsy’s turn to flinch, crossing his arms. “I know.”

“Do you?”

“Yes.”

Both fell quiet. Macaque looked up to find Wukong peeking out of his meditative state. A worried frown on the golden monkey’s face. The warrior gave a short shake of his head. Wukong gave a small nod in understanding before going back to the training.

Macaque let out a slow sigh before saying, “Please understand…I’m not trying to push you or your husband out of MK’s life. Nor are we trying to pull MK away… All we want to do is make sure that he’s safe… As safe as we possibly can. We don’t want to lose him again. There’s…no possible way we could or would want to wipe away what you two have done.”

“...I’m very rigid in my life. Tang, the scholar, has been called the life of the party so many times… This is such a large change and it’s so out of my control. Tang and I are just mortals in a God’s world. How am I supposed to help? How can I…keep my kid safe?”

“Being a deity doesn’t give me much of an advantage when the enemies are numerous and powerful. Wukong and I…we thought we were prepared before and we lost MK because of this. All we can ask for right now is to plan as best we can. Which means training.”

“I can’t feel comfortable…with any of this.”

“You assume I am. We’re just doing what we can to work with the situation we’re handed.”

Pigsy huffed, a finger tapping his arm as he couldn’t tap his foot. This conversation was not going the way he wanted. He had assured, by Tang’s words, this would calm his frazzled nerves. But it was honestly making everything feel worse. Pigsy was guarded with no idea how to fix this…or what he wanted to hear.

“I don’t-”

“You can’t put blame on us. You can’t… You’re trying to put blame, to put anger, on us. Trust me when I say I’ve been in your position before and I know that want to put this bitterness towards someone. So you have something physically there to hate. If you let that fester for too long, it will eat away at you.” The Shadow Warrior let out a slow, shaky breath. Pigsy finds himself leaning away slightly.

“Please…Please remember that we lost 15 years of our son’s life. I have lived each day with regret on how I couldn’t keep my own son safe. I…We are trying to be as open with you as possible. We are trying to make the best out of this situation… Your life has changed in a drastic way and there’s no way for you to go back. No matter how much you wish. You need to adapt…and accept your bitterness comes from digging your heels in from trying to go back. Not from us.”

Pigsy’s reply was interrupted by the doors opening again. Nezha walking in, a servant seen bowing before disappearing down the hallway. The chef flinched when Macaque suddenly stood. Looking tense as he says, “If you’ll excuse me. I have other business to attend to at the moment.”

And he walked off. Passed a confused Nezha and out the doors that had just started to close. Another shock occurred when Wukong passed by, looking frantic and whispered something to the lotus prince before following Macaque out.

“Pigsy?” The chef turned to find Tang and MK broken from their training. The scholar looked worried as he asked, “What happened?”

Pigsy wasn’t able to reply. Because he would have to voice that he’d done something wrong and he wanted to hold onto his belief that he was right.

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He knew something was wrong. Macaque’s aura was tense and dark the moment Pigsy had sat next to him. He should have intervened faster, but there was nothing he could do about it now. Wukong stalked the halls as his senses were on alert trying to find where his partner had run off. Stopping by the entrance to one of the numerous gardens they had. This one held an overgrowth of plum and mango trees that laid a deep shadow over the ground.

Taking a deep breath, Wukong cautiously walked in. Eventually finding Macaque resting in the center of the small garden. Meditating, or at least attempting to, taking deep breaths. Clearly trying to center himself as Wukong joined him.

“Hey there, My Precious Shadow.” Wukong said softly, kneeling close to Macaque but not enough to inadvertently touch him. “Are you…okay?”

Macaque let out another slow breath before opening his eyes. The Monkey King realized that glamours were down. Allowing him to see how truly tired the other was. Macaque said nothing, instead pulling Wukong closer to hide away in the golden fur.

Which didn’t ease Wukong’s worry. Reaching up to comb his fingers through the black fur. “Please talk to me… I can’t help if you don’t…”

“...I’m tired of smiling.”

That struck Wukong right in the heart. Pulling Macaque as close as possible. “You don’t need to…”

“We have so much to worry about. They…They think that we can somehow solve all of this. I don’t know if they think we can just snap our fingers and everything will be back to normal or… Wukong, why do I feel like we’re being punished for wanting our child back. Why are we the bad guys?”

“We…we’re not. Macaque…what did you and Pigsy talk about?” Macaque quickly shook his head, wrapping his arms around the other tighter, “Alright, I’ll…drop it. But if there’s still an issue to such a stance that you have to run from the room to feel safe… We four need to talk. As adults. Buried feelings on either side will not help us.”

“...We really can’t catch a break, can we?”

Wukong laughed softly. “We knew this wasn’t going to be easy… But I do wish we could go a day without feeling like the world’s going to end.”

“...You should go back…”

“They’re fine, Nezha’s with them. He’s going to work with them for a while, while I tend to you. So, let’s just focus on that for now.”

Macaque didn’t argue as he was pulled into a deep kiss. Succumbing to the deep embrace of his partner’s hold, allowing himself to relax.

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