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🐤Happy Migratory Bird Day—it’s time to wing it!🐤
Spring brings the joy of seeing migratory birds soaring through the sky, nesting by the shore, and daintily dining on delicious delights along the dunes.
In celebration of this beautiful bird day, we have a little treat for you! Enjoy some soothing sea sounds and brilliant beach birding moments with our newest bird relaxocean video on YouTube.
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post-cal · 2 months
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this isnt related to the blog i just am thinking abt your drawing of Hal-If-He-Looked-Like-Bro. i think about it every day. i love it to death. i humbly request a redraw
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Fun fact about the name for Hal Ambro it is just FULL of references.
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deathbirby · 6 months
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xannerz · 6 months
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☁️🌞☁️
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zsorosebudphoto · 6 months
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Raíña, Jardim Botânico Tropical de Belém, Lisboa, Portugal, 02-06-23
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spocksbedsidemanner · 8 months
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Me doing any other quest, side quest, minor task, etc: "Psh I'm just gonna figure it out, it's so much faster to just complete it all myself and I wanna explore."
Me taking literally the tiniest step in the Zora domain questline: *teleports back to Mipha's Court* "HEY SIDON GUESS WHAT!?! 💙🥰💕🐟💜"
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beansthemusicalfruits · 10 months
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it’s a pigeon 🪶🐦
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it’s a duck 🦆🐤
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ikkaku-of-heart · 1 year
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@xxanbuagentxx​ asked: Gonna go off of Anon with this one and give you a bunch of my muses first thing they notice about Ikkaku for the meme. Feel free to split these up if you want to though!
Kid - Her figure if I'm being honest. He might joke about the boiler suit but the bastard has an eye for curves. Her mechanical skills may be a close second if he ever gets to witness them!
Uni - Ikkaku is one of the first of the crew to approach him and haul him off to crew dinners so that initiative is something v noticeable and appreciated.
For my multi I'll choose Drake because he's interacted with her a bunch. - First thing he'd notice is her scent so distinctly greasy yet feminine and not unpleasant on the nose. He could probably track her on that alone when they are on the same island.
Doffy - The Heart pirates jolly roger first and foremost. He sees that on any of Law's crew and he gets the sinister grabby hands, wanting to ruin that symbol anyway that he can.
I would mention Monet but I think all we've got so far is they both appreciate ice cold sweets which is a plus in her books.
What’s the first thing your muse noticed about mine? (Still Accepting!)
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LOL! We’ll give Ikkaku’s reactions to these individually just for fun.
Kid - “Well duh, Captain Obvious. You’ve been staring at my tits and ass from day one and never tried to hide it. If you tried to claim anything else I’d call you a fuckin’ liar. But it’s good for my ego to hear you admit it.”
Uni - “There are worse things to notice than my assertive nature. Honestly I’d be surprised if you didn’t notice my willingness to drag your ass to social occasions with the crew.”
Drake - “Damn it, do I gotta take longer showers or something? Because I swear I scrub off all the oil I get on me. But...glad I otherwise smell ok. And that you’re not a Marine anymore so you tracking me down isn’t such a bad thing anymore.”
Doffy - “You keeps your grabby hands to your damn self. Fuck you, fuck your hands, fuck your strings, and fuck your fixation on my captain and crew.”
Monet - “Hey, nothing wrong with having a love of ice cream in common. Shows you noticed my good taste.”
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mazoga-the-dork · 2 years
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m1d-45 · 1 year
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Alright let me try this again.
What if Reader vented to Birb Xiao, not knowing that it was actually him?
They talk about their fears and frustrations, letting out all the words they've wanted to tell a person, but they have to settle for their pretty bird because no one will listen.
So Xiao is just sitting there, resting in the True Creator's hands, listening as he gets a glimpse of how they truly feel.
They say the milileth is like a raging stampede with their spears and swords. They say how the Qixing all seem so cold and unfeeling. They talk about how Zhongli genuinely terrifies them, because he acted so kind to others but was borderline cruel when hunting them.
They talk about Xiao, too, but they don't seem to have many complaints. They haven't seen him in a while, and the last time they crossed paths with him, he just... let them run. The adeptus had looked angry, but also a bit startled (and perhaps, a bit guilty?) at the sight of them. They even once overheard him leading milileth soldiers astray ("by mistake" says the creator, but Xiao knows the truth) by saying the creator had left a while ago, when really, they were still very nearby. While they say they are still a bit scared of him, they don't fear him as much as they fear the others.
All the while, Xiao sits, still as a stone. He takes in every word, every shaky breath and darting glance. He nuzzles into their hand, hoping to offer even the slightest bit of comfort.
He hopes that they continue to be unafraid of him in the future.
-Sibling Anon
he who is without sin
a/n: decided to make this one a full fic for no reason in particular (i don’t have an actual post shhhh)
word count: 1.1k
-> warnings: imposter sagau things, minor blood mention, spoilers for xiao lore, some spoilers for liyue (like names and titles of people/places)
-> gn!reader (you/yours)
taglist: @samarill || @thenyxsky || @valeriele3 || @shizunxie || @boba-is-a-soup || @yuus3n || @esthelily || @turningfrogsgay
< masterlist > (has context for bird!xiao if you’re lost)
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from the moment that xiao was saved, when his new name was bestowed upon him and he signed his contract with morax, xiao had made a promise. another contract, one without physical ink and paper, one bound to his soul.
one to you, his creator.
a pledge to stand by your side, a clause written in by the god that forged his original contract, releasing him from his duties to liyue to serve the one that had granted him life. a permanent extra sweep to his duties, always on the lookout for the highest god above all.
however, he was not the first to find… ‘you.’
‘you’ had landed in sumeru, nested in the large tree surrounding the akademiya. ‘you’ had climbed down, introduced ‘yourself’ to the sages with a smile. everybody was quick to give ‘you’ the glory rightly the creator’s, ushering ‘you’ atop a throne of silver and gold, offerings laid at ‘your’ feet with all the haste of those deprived of the divine.
xiao may have hung back at the beginning, unwilling to allow his karma to infect ‘your’ other worshippers, but he still did his duty. he still kept ‘your’ path clear of enemies, and was the first to pick up his blade when word broke of your imposter.
and yet, when he laid eyes upon the one he was supposed to hate, he was the first to repent.
xiao took a shaking breath, crossing his arms around himself. “morax?”
the elder god turned, amber eyes soft. “what is it, xiao?”
xiao marched through dihua marsh, polearm gripped tightly in his hand. a large hilichurl camp had been reported, which while not an issue normally, was the third in the last four days.
irritation was openly displayed on his face, the anemo around him simmering with his anger. why did the abyss have to act up now, when they were on a hunt? surely even they, as infected and riddled with darkness as they were, worshipped a god? or was that the source of their evil?
he kept marching north, only turning his head at the sound of a soft gasp.
“how will i know when the creator arrives?”
morax smiled, not upset like xiao had anticipated. “don’t worry about such things. when the time comes-“
you stood on the path branching west, eyes wide. you looked nearly exactly like the ’you’ on the throne, the same cool eyes that called for your death now wide and staring at him in fear.
“-you will know.”
you turned on your heel, your armful of sunsettias tumbling to the floor, but… xiao did not chase you.
instead he brought a hand to chest, under his necklace. he pressed, feeling the still-regular beat of his heart.
he pressed, searching for the place where his karma used to be.
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from the moment that xiao realized the truth, when his new duty was bestowed upon him, he had made a promise. another contract, one without physical ink and paper, one bound to his soul.
one to you, his creator.
he flew down from the sky, landing in your outstretched hand. he chirped a greeting, body relaxing under your gentle touch.
“hello there, friend,” you cooed, sitting straighter under the tree. your tree, the one you kept coming back to, the one he always directed other adepti away from because it was for you, not them. not him.
you fed him as usual, but stayed strangely silent. no stories of the kindness mitachurls showed you, no update on how close or far the people searching for you had gotten, none of the usual things he looked forward to. you just… sat. watching him in your hand, an emotion he didn’t know the name of drawing your brows close.
maybe you just didn’t want to talk today? but if something was troubling you, he wanted you to share, to allow him some of the weight off your shoulders. then again, he was just a bird to you…
“do you know ganyu, pretty bird?”
xiao froze, thankful he was facing your palm so you couldn’t see his eyes widening.
“i thought i did.”
he looked up, carefully, daring to meet your eyes. this time, he could pin down what you were feeling: betrayal.
his finch heart burned.
your thumb pet over his wings, but he couldn’t bring himself to enjoy it. not now.
“i thought she was kind.”
she was, he knew firsthand. how she worried over the tianquan, fretted over her skills both with a bow and with a pen, how her and the yuheng kept each other afloat in the sea of endless work assigned to the jade chamber.
you smiled. it was bitter. “i guess i should have known better regarding the adepti.”
xiao’s heartbeat raced in his ears, something hot burning a hole in his chest. he was an adeptus, he wanted to say, he could be trusted.
but you didn’t know him as an adeptus. you knew him as your little songbird, your friend, the one you continued to risk your life for, even if you didn’t know it.
he chirped once, somber. he wanted to apologize, to take up his blade against his own king on your behalf, to walk up to the fraud’s throne and watch them bleed red.
but you didn’t need that. so he sat in your hand, leaning into your fingers, and let you speak.
as it turned out, today had been a busy day for you. you had wandered into the path of a millelith patrol, which had happened before, but not with keqing at the head of it. not when she had darted forward in a flash of lighting, electro arcing along her sword. not when she’d pulled out and blew a special whistle even as you ran, one that you couldn’t hear but could feel under your skin, taunting you as you tried to navigate the maze of bishui plain.
when you told him of ganyu’s frostflake arrows, he wanted to cry. when you described the anger in zhongli’s eyes, he started to weep.
you didn’t deserve this pain. you didn’t deserve having to outrun planet befall, you didn’t deserve to fear your life being stolen by those who should protect you at all costs- he should have been there. he was south, too far south to hear the whistle, but he should have been called.
he should have protected you.
under the shifting leaves of a sandbearer tree, your songbird cried. and you, none the wiser, continued to spell out the cause of his torment.
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jingsyuans · 10 months
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Honestly, am just falling in love with your Found Family AU, and then all over again... So, I'm just gonna leave this idea here; Jing Yuan taking a day off to slowly introduce the reader and their daughter to Mimi and the birbs that call his hair home and help them get accustomed to the animals. Wouldn't be surprised if Mimi develops a protective instinct over them. Bonus points; when lil one is old enough to wander around with Yanqing on Mimi's back. (coping that Mimi isn't dead in this AU)
I never thought abt how Mimi would be incorporated!!! 😭💕
I love the thought of you being completely blind sighted by it- Jing Yuan is so used to her presence that he never thought to mention it. Imagine being pregnant and already anxious enough visiting the general’s house for the first time, and there’s a lion waiting beyond the door?
Despite how Jing Yuan thinks it’s rather cute when you reach out for him and cling to him so desperately, he does feel bad. He definitely should have warned you, and it was his fault he didn’t think about it. But he assures you that Mimi would not bring you harm-
(As long as she is happy and fed. She is a wild animal, in the end)
Because of your pregnancy, I think Mimi would warm up to you rather quickly. I don’t think she’d understand why you keep scooting away from her when she lays next to you- the lion growing rather peeved because she is resolute to follow you around no matter what. It doesn’t take a lot to gather that she’s trying to keep an eye on you.
You’d warm up to Mimi eventually. Especially after the time that you were helping jing yuan in the kitchen and you were reaching up for a plate and ended up losing your balance. It was all Jing Yuan could do to catch the plate in your hand before it fell on your head, and he could only watch as he realized you were going to fall.
But there was Mimi, right behind you in a flash from where she’d been watching the two of you from behind the counter. She’s a big girl, using her weight from behind your legs to shove you back on your feet. The two of you could only stare at one another, shocked that you weren’t on the ground. Who knew an animal could be so quick and smart…?
This time, you were more than happy to sit with Mimi and let her rest her big head on your belly as Jing Yuan gently but firmly told you to rest until dinner was done.
Things are complicated once the baby is born. While you’ve come to trust and love Mimi, she’s a very big and strong animal and you’re wary to bring her to Jing Yuan’s. I imagine Jing Yuan and Yanqing want to help as much as they can once the baby’s finally here (they were the only ones you had that could help, really)- but it was definitely a bit tiring as you couldn’t bring the newborn to jing yuans quite yet for this reason.
But once shes a few weeks along, still fragile but not as fragile; and Jing Yuans been bringing a few of the babies things to his place for Mimi to scent and grow used to, you’d finally be able to introduce them. I imagine Mimi had been quite anxious the whole time you were away as well, Jing Yuan mentioning how the lion would pace around the front door and was a lot less inclined to eat as she usually was. (Look at that, you even have mimi wrapped around ur finger)
I love thinking about mimi being obsessed with the baby 🫠💕 riding on her back is so cute, she’s the only one allowed (and the correct size) to do such a thing. I imagine the first time you see Mimi chuffing at the baby and nuzzling her with her big nose, you would probably melt right then and there 😔
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rascal-xo · 1 year
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HI!!
Im here to make a Lil chubby ghost request 🙏💕 (your writing is SO good btw)
kinda like a part 2 to sweet indulgences??? So like reader cooks a bunch of baked goods for him and he gains weight bc of it and gets insecure about it and reader reassures him n stuff (make it smutty if you want ‼️)
If you do this THANK YOU YOU'RE A BLESSING TO SOCIETY
Sweet Nothings | Simon ‘Ghost’ Riley x Female Reader |
This is a part 2 to Sweet Indulgence but can be read as a standalone <3
Chapter Summary: Being home from the chaos of the 141, Simon basks in his wife’s love language which happens to be baking, leading to a little insecurity.
Warnings: FLUFF, SMUT, insecurities, Domestic!Simon
Word Count: 1.7K
Tags: @whirly-birbs 💛
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You awoke up early in the morning, feeling the warmth of the sun on your face Turning your head to the side and saw Simon still sound asleep beside you. You can't help but watch as his chest rose and fell with each long breath he took. You couldn’t help but reach out and run your fingers through his hair,
In his sleep, Simon was at a peace he didn’t know out in the field. He was undisturbed in his rest, laying on his stomach, with an arm lazily draped over your midsection.
You couldn't resist leaning in to press a soft kiss against his forehead, savoring the warmth of his skin against your lips. You pulled back and watched as he shifted slightly, his breathing deepening once again as he settled back into a deeper sleep.
You took a moment to appreciate the peacefulness of the moment, knowing it would be short-lived once Simon had to return to work. You let your gaze travel over his face, taking in the faint scars and the little wrinkles at the corners of his eyes that appeared when he smiled.
You remembered the day you met him, the way he had looked at you with those same eyes, your heart swelled with love for this man who had sacrificed so much. Finally, he stirred again, and this time his eyes opened. He looked at you sleepily, his lips quirking up into a small smile. "You’re up early, love," he said, his voice husky from sleep.
You smiled back at him, feeling your heart skip a beat at the sight of him. "Go back to sleep Si. You should rest.” You said, your voice quiet close to his face. He responded sleepily, pulling you closer to him, and letting himself fall back into the sleep he so desperately deserved.
You let yourself stay cuddled in his embrace for a little while longer before finally deciding to get up. You picked his t shirt off of the floor and slipped it over your body. It reached your mid thighs, fitting you like a dress. It was the way Simon liked you best walking around the house.
Simon being home meant you could spoil him in your favorites of ways, especially baking. One thing about your husband was that he was a sucker for anything you made. It was your language, and who couldn’t want to wake up to the smell of fresh pastries or baked goods?
You tiptoed out of the bedroom, careful not to wake him, and made your way to the kitchen after freshening up. You preheated the oven and started gathering the ingredients for Simons favorite blueberry muffins.
As you put together the batter, you couldn't help but think about how lucky you were to have Simon home with you for the next three weeks. It was rare that you got this much time together, and you wanted to make the most of it.
Once the muffins were in the oven, you cleaned up the kitchen and headed back to the bedroom. Simon was still sound asleep, and you couldn't resist climbing back into bed beside him.
You snuggled up close to him, resting your head on his chest and listening to the steady thump of his heart. It was slower than a regular heartbeat, like the deep rumble of distant thunder. Each beat was deliberate and purposeful, as if his heart was taking its time to rest and recover after the stresses of being in the field
After a while, the timer for the oven went off, and you reluctantly began to pull yourself away from Simon's embrace to go and check on them. “Leaving so soon?” His voice sounded huskily from next to you.
“Made you something special, for when you get up.”
“Smell’s amazing.” Simon smiled at you as you got out of bed, watching you move with an ease and grace that always left him a little breathless. But as he watched you leave, he couldn't help but feel a twinge of insecurity.
Over the past few weeks he’d been home, he had gained some weight, and not that he wouldn’t give anything to be able to eat your food all the time, he also found himself feeling self-conscious about it.
He got out of bed and made his way to the bathroom, his eyes drawn to his reflection in the mirror. He didn't like what he saw.
He sighed, running his hands over his stomach, feeling the softness of the flesh there. He had always been in peak physical condition as far as special forces gave him the ability to, but the past few weeks being home had taken their toll on him.
He made his way back to the bedroom and got dressed, pulling on a pair of sweatpants and a t-shirt. You were standing at the counter, your back to him, as you pulled the last of the muffins out of the oven.
You turned around, your eyes lighting up at the sight of Simon. "Morning," You said, holding one of the baked goods out to him.
Simon took the muffin from you, his eyes flickering down for a moment. "Thank you, love" he said, his voice quiet. "These look amazing."
You looked at him, sensing that something was off. "What's wrong, Si?" You asked, your voice gentle. You moved closer to him wrapping an arm around his midsection and looking up to gaze.
“Don’t you feel like I've let myself go, love?” He finally spoke, his voice a little softer. He looked down at you with an expression in his eyes you hadn’t quite seen like this.
You could see the vulnerability in Simon's eyes, and it broke your heart. You took a step closer, your arms going a bit loose around him to get a better look at his face. “Oh, Si, no. I love how you look." you answered instantly.
Simon let out a small sigh, his arms resting on your hips. "I just feel like I'm not as fit as I used to be," he admitted, his voice barely above a whisper.
"You don't need to change a thing, Si.“ You repeated again, kissing his stubbled cheek softly. You pulled back slightly, looking up at him, “Besides, I love you like this. Being at home in one piece is a good look on you.” You chuckled.
Simon's expression softened, and he leaned down to press a gentle kiss to your forehead. "I love you." he said, his voice filled with emotion. “My sweet girl.”
You pulled back from his embrace for a second, taking in the morning glow of his face, before reaching up to pull his lips to yours, resting your hand on the back of his neck.
Simon’s lips softly pressed against yours. His hand caressing your hips, as you wrapped both arms around his neck, pulling him closer.
The kiss deepened as your passion intensified. Simon's tongue lightly traced the seam of your lips, asking for entrance, and you eagerly parted allowing him to deepen the kiss.
Your tongues dance together in a slow, sensual rhythm as your bodies press against each other, trying to find a way to be closer than you already were
Simon broke the kiss, moving along your jawline, down to your neck, leaving a trail of sweet, tender kisses. You tilted your head back, exposing more of your neck to Simon's lips. You let out a soft sigh, melting into his touch.
His hands explore your body, running under your thighs moving his t shirt higher up. He began to lower himself, and you moaned softly as his lips found their from your nipples down your lower stomach, leaving a trail of kisses along the way.
Your hands tangled in his messy hair as he continued to explore your body, his touch sending shivers down your spine. You felt a rush of desire wash over you as he moved his kisses down to the insides of your thighs, sucking on the exposed skin.
You let your legs fall open, offering yourself to him completely, and Simon took full advantage, his hand bringing your right leg to rest over his shoulder, exposing your heat to him.
You looked up, his eyes now dark with desire. You could see the hunger and longing in his gaze, and it only added to your own desire.
Simon's tongue found its way to your clit, and you moaned as his tongue began to explore you. His touch was electrifying, sending waves of pleasure through your body.
You couldn't hold back your moans, your body writhing beneath his touch as he continued to pleasure you. Simon's fingers found their way inside you, moving in sync with his mouth, driving you closer and closer to the edge.
Your breathing became ragged as you felt yourself getting closer and closer. You arched your back, holding onto the counter behind you. Your fingers digging into his hair as you let out a cry of pleasure. Simon didn't stop, continuing to work his magic. “Fuck, I’m close, Si.” You could barely make out the words.
Simon's eyes were fixed on you, his focus solely on giving you pleasure. He groaned, quickening his pace, his fingers and tongue working in perfect harmony. You were lost in the moment, consumed by the sensations running through your body.
Your walls began to tighten around his fingers, and you knew you were close. Your moans turned into cries of ecstasy.
You came hard, your body shaking with pleasure as you rode out your high. Simon's mouth and fingers stayed with you throughout, never letting up until you were completely spent.
He stood up, his face now level with yours, his lips claiming yours once again. You could taste yourself on him, the sensation only adding to your desire.
You could feel his hardness pressed against you, and you knew that he wanted you just as badly as you needed him. You looked up into his eyes and nodded, silently giving him permission to take you.
He lifted you up, your legs wrapping around his waist as he carried you to the couch. You captured his mouth again, “Show me how much you love me.” You mumbled against his lips.
And that he did.
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hisui-dreamer · 9 months
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minds alike
Pairing: Jade Leech x gn!reader
Synopsis: you wanted to move forward in your relationship with him, and where else but a glowing mushroom cave?
Tags: fluff, marriage proposals, reader is a simp, self indulgent, glowing mushrooms, bot proofread
Word count: 1.3k+
Notes: @dove-da-birb @fukashiin you guys did this
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In the heart of the enchanting forest, where sunlight filtered through the leaves like gold and the gentle rustle of leaves created a soothing melody, you meticulously orchestrated your plan as your heart raced with a blend of anticipation and nervousness. Every detail was carefully thought out, every petal placed with the utmost care, leading to a hidden cave that held the promise of magic and wonder.
Standing at the entrance of the cave, your pulse raced like a wild stallion as you envisioned the impending moment. The culmination of weeks of meticulous planning now hinged on the next hour, and your hopes and dreams seemed to hang in the balance.
Your heart skipped a beat as Jade's figure emerged from the mountain trail, and an involuntary smile painted your lips as you waved him over. His presence alone was enough to calm the storm of nerves swirling within you. Jade's eyes softened as he caught sight of you, hastening his steps to close the distance between you.
"Ah, there you are, my pearl," he greeted, his voice a tender caress as he drew you into his embrace, planting a kiss on your forehead. "It feels like an eternity since I last saw you."
A giggle bubbled from your lips at his endearing exaggeration. "Jade, it's only been a couple of hours!" you chided playfully.
Jade chuckled, his warm laughter resonating like a soothing melody in the forest around you. "Time has a funny way of bending when I'm away from you," he mused, his fingers gently brushing a strand of hair behind your ear.
"Oh, you," you shook your head fondly. "Now, let me show you something amazing! " you said as you intertwined your fingers with his, a natural fit that felt as though you were two puzzle pieces meant to be together. "Follow me, okay?"
"If my dearest love wishes it, then I shall follow wherever you take me," Jade responded with a teasing twinkle in his eye, placing a hand over his heart in his customary polite manner.
You let out a playful sigh, a mixture of exasperation and endearment as you tugged him gently towards the cave, though you could hear him chuckle quietly at what you assumed to be the sight of your reddened ears.
As you ventured deeper into the cave, the soft luminescence of the mushrooms cast a gentle radiance along your path, painting the surroundings with an otherworldly glow. At last, you arrived at the carefully arranged picnic, where his favourite dishes were lovingly presented, the aroma mingling with the earthy scent of the cavern.
You watched his eyes widen in awe as they settled on the sight before him. The luminous mushrooms that adorned the cave's walls cast an ethereal radiance, their enchanting glow reflecting in his gaze like stars twinkling in a night sky. A mixture of excitement and doubt churned within you as you waited for his reaction.
"Surprise," you managed to say, your voice laced with a blend of hope and apprehension. "I wanted to make something special for us."
Jade's gaze shifted between the radiant mushrooms and you. The genuine wonder that crossed his features made your heart swell with a mixture of relief and pure affection. "This... This is incredible," he marvelled, and you found your lips curling into a smile, mirroring his unabashed appreciation. "You've truly outdone yourself, my dear," Jade said.
Your laughter was soft and genuine, an unburdening of the tension that had been coiling within you. "I'm so glad you like it," you admitted.
With the air buzzing around you, a mixture of enchantment and joy, the two of you settled down on the cosy spot you had prepared. You handed Jade a mushroom and egg sandwich and watched as his expression transform into bliss, his enjoyment evident in the way his eyes closed briefly, savouring the interplay between the earthiness of the mushrooms and the richness of the egg.
"I've never felt such happiness," he murmured, after finishing the sandwich. His eyes met yours with an intensity that sent a shiver down your spine.
This is it.
Your confession, the words that you've rehearsed countless times, teetered on the edge of your tongue, ready to spill forth.
But before you could muster your courage, he gracefully drew you up to your feet, his movements imbued with a sense of purpose. With a deliberate shift, he gracefully lowered himself onto one knee, a gesture that carried a weight of significance that slowed time itself.
In a moment suspended between heartbeats, he produced a velvet box, opening it to reveal a ring that seemed to capture the essence of elegance and enchantment—a pearl centrepiece surrounded by diamonds. His words tumbled out with a raw authenticity that left you breathless. "You've brought magic into my life, made every day brighter, and every challenge surmountable. I don't want to wait another second to make you mine in every sense. Would you do me the honour of taking my hand in marriage?"
Caught in the unfiltered authenticity of his words, your breath caught in your throat. Surprise intertwined with an overwhelming wave of emotion, leaving you momentarily speechless. Your cheeks warmed, and your mind was a whirlwind of thoughts and sensations.
"You're so sly..." You finally managed to say. His expression faltered ever so slightly, a rare glimpse of vulnerability evident in the poised and polished Jade Leech.
"I was planning to propose to you!" You exclaimed. With deft yet slightly shaky fingers, you retrieve the ring you had poured your heart into choosing. Opening the box, you unveil a silver mushroom ring, customized for the sole owner of your heart.
His eyes blinked a few times as if attempting to process the rush of emotions that had suddenly engulfed him. In an unrestrained explosion of joy, laughter erupted from him, the sound a harmonious melody that reverberated through the space, brushing away any lingering tension.
A grin adorned his lips, one that held the pure essence of his happiness. "You never cease to amaze me, my pearl. I suppose great minds do think alike," he managed between fits of laughter, his voice a reflection of his genuine amusement. "May I?" he asked as he extended his hand.
You nodded in eager agreement, an exuberant affirmation of his question. His smile deepened, a tender expression that spoke of his affection for you. As his fingers connected with yours, and with a touch both tender and deliberate, he guided the pearl ring toward your ring finger. The ring nestled comfortably, as if it had always belonged there. In that instant, his eyes met yours, and you saw a reflection of the unspoken promises that resided in both your hearts.
"Give me your hand too," you softly requested, a touch of anticipation in your voice, and he responded without hesitation. With the delicate grace of a sculptor crafting a masterpiece, you slid the silver ring onto his ring finger. Your heart raced as you watched it settle into place, a symbol of commitment that sent ripples of elation through your being.
He clasped your hand in return, his gaze flickering between the two ringed fingers, a small smile playing at the corners of his lips. "What an intriguing pair we make," he reflected, his words laced with a touch of wonder and amusement.
His hand cradled yours against his cheek, a gesture that felt like a silent proclamation of his affection. The world around you seemed to fade as you looked into his eyes, the intimacy of the moment enveloping you both. His lips pressed a gentle kiss against the ring on your finger, a kiss that carried a promise and a commitment that went beyond words.
"But I wouldn't have it any other way," he whispered, his voice a warm breeze that brushed against your senses. "I love you, dearly so," he breathed, his fingers weaving through the strands of your hair, finding their way to cradle the nape of your neck, and he met your lips with a tender smile.
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Sleepover gone wrong on noesss
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It had all started so well. Simple plan. Simple. Plan.
Step one: become unpossesed
Step two: sleepover
Step three: pie
Step four: wait for mom to go to sleep then get out the ouja board and play fun sleepover games!!!!! Thats how it works!!!! Kris would know!! They've had plenty of sleepovers with Azzy, Noelle and
Step five: have fun and go sleep. (Kris would NOT be sharing everyone else has to sleep somewhere else)
That was the plan!!
It had started of so well. Kris had entered the room and Susie and Berdly, well did what They always did. Argue. It was friendly though!! They always do that it was normal. Noelle suggested truth or dare (a classic) and it was going well!! Bonding!! With friends!!! Kris had missed this. They had missed having so many people in their life, shouting amd screaming, having fun until they were too loud and Toriel had come into their room and remind them to be a little quieter. They had missed laughing and being "sneaky", talking about the most random things and playing little games. They had missed the noise and the warmth of the ones close to you just simply being there. Kris had finally resolved everything with Noelle Berdly and Susie. Until they just made that shit go crashing down.
One thing had led to another. Berdly truthed susie to tell something. Susie got defensive. Things got heated. They both lashed out. Noelle tried to diffuse the situation. Berdly said something. Noelle got pissed. Berdly said something. It struck a nerve. Kris saw red.
The whole room had stared at Kris in shock. Kris's eyes widened. No. No. They didn't mean that they didn't mean tha- Berdly rushed out. Eyes suspiciously shiny. There were only three of them left. Kris, Noelle and Susie. All of them could only stare dumbly at eachother. Shit SHIT. Kris CAN'T go back to before they CAN'T they CAN'T. Panic rose. Kris had just made up with Berdly and they immediately ruined it. Kris went after Berdly, determined to make things right again.
Except ...
Kris stood at the doorway, frozen. How do they do this? Their breathing got funny. WWAD What would Asriel do? He was good at this sort of thing wasn't he? But.. Asriel wasn't there. Only an idiot human and a crying bird on the footsteps. Kris thought about what to say. I'm sorry. I didn't mean it .you're my friend. I love you. Kris flushed no they could NOT say that don't be an idiot. No they had to say what they were sorry about right? Like uh: Im sorry i-
"are you just gonna stand there"
Kris flinched. Berdly sighed and continued looking away form Kris.
"I'm sorry" Kris could only say.
Berdly ignored them. Kris sat down on the steps next to Berdly.
"I didn't mean it" Kris looked down, avoiding eye contact.
"It's not true"
There was a silence.
"But what if it is" Berdly's voice cracked. Kris looked up in shock.
"What if I am" Berdly burried his face in his wings
" I AM a forgettable little bluebird and when I die no one will care because I have done nothing in life and I'm not exceptional at all and I was so mean and I -"
"No."
"What do you mean no?"
"Berdly I was being a dumb shit who got mad and took things too far you ARE NOT foegettable you ARE exceptional and if you died I would be really sad and track down your murderer and kill them and you're my friend and i love yo-" shit shit shit shit.
Berdly faced Kris.
"What"
"What"
"What did you just say"
"If you died I would be sad and kill your murderer"
"No after that"
"You're my friend??"
"No the one after that"
"That was it"
"KRIS STOP GASLIGHTING ME"
"I'm not??"
Berdly laughed. Kris could not help but grin a little at the sight. Suddenly they stiffened the birb hugged them tightly.
"I love you too kris"
Suddenly there were two idiots crying that night.
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everyone but her pt.14
Summary: Spring break is over, and so are the careless days. School is back and you're avoiding Wednesday. Everyone knows it and she just wants to know why. Why won't you tell her?
Word Count: 6.6k Warnings: hints at child abuse, violence, injuries, blood, swearing, Birb has no filter Pairing: Wednesday Addams x Reader (everyone but her Masterlist) Taglist: @extinctspino @basichextechml @cfvgbhndun-new-blog @jinxscatbomb @awolfcsworld @n0p35 @suzhiman @gengen64 @eclipsesmoonshine14 @asters-abditory @alexkolax @thenextdawn @cacciatricediartemide @cozwaenot @the-night-owl-blr @natashasapphic @parkersmyth @alilbitlesbian @irish-piece-of-trash @rainbow-love4ever @audigay @bakugounuggets
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“Thank you again for bringing me here,” you said as you grabbed your duffel bag from Lurch.
The hospital was, thankfully, not too busy thanks to everyone heading home after the holidays. Not that you would ever openly explain it, but it was the exact reason you preferred going on Sundays. Whether by luck or the grace of god, the Addamses didn’t question when you had asked them to make a short detour to DHMC, and they still weren’t asking questions.
“Will you be able to get back to Nevermore?” Morticia asked. Her hand felt warm on your shoulder; it was nice.
“I’ll just fly,” you said simply. “My bag isn’t too heavy.”
“Very well, dear,” Morticia said with a smile before giving your shoulder a squeeze and stepping back.
“A hug for the road, then.” You didn’t have any time to think before Gomez enveloped you in his arms.
It’s prefacing pain, your mind told you as he continued to hold you tight. It’s a hug, your heart argued, just a hug. And you wanted to lift your arms and hug him back because he had been so kind the entire week. He had taught you, respected you, enjoyed having you around. But you couldn’t. You couldn’t fight all those years of staying away, and you couldn’t hug him back and the sting of tears made its home behind your eyes.
He pulled away with a smile and was quickly replaced by Pugsley. This one, you thought, I can handle this one. It was just like a hug from Alex, at least that’s what you told yourself. Your arms felt like lead until finally they wrapped around Pugsley’s shoulders to hug him back.
“Thanks for making my sister happy,” he whispered loud enough for only you to hear.
You didn’t even have time to think about the depth of his words before he pulled away with a closed-mouth smile. He was sweet. Every part of him reminded you more and more of Alex, or even a younger Nicky. You wanted to protect him with every part of your being.
Stop being so sappy.
“Let me know if those guys try anything again,” you said just as quietly so Wednesday couldn’t hear. He smiled.
“Tell your brother I said hi,” was all he said in reply.
Wednesday stepped forward next; you didn’t get a hug, but that was alright. You weren’t expecting one. She gave you a look that trailed over your face almost as if she was looking for something. As unusual as it was to admit to yourself, it felt almost as if she cared. As if she liked you.
She kissed you! Your mind screamed at you. She must like you a little bit! But a kiss didn’t necessarily mean anything, right? It hadn’t meant anything with your ex, why would it mean something with Wednesday? You wanted it to mean something, by god you did, but what if you were wrong?
“Don’t be late,” Wednesday at last. “I’m not checking on you in the morning.”
“I won’t be late,” you reiterated.
Everyone told you their goodbyes one final time before getting in the car and finishing the drive to Nevermore. You stood on the sidewalk and watched until the car was out of sight. Their absence settled in your chest almost instantly, but you pushed it down, grabbed your bag, and started your way into the hospital.
“Welcome back, doll,” Nurse Jackie said when you passed the desk. “Were you on a trip?”
“Spring break at Wednesday’s place,” you answered. “Has he behaved?”
“A good spring break, I see.” You tilted your head at her words, but when she touched a spot on her neck and raised her brow, you felt your entire face heat up. Nurse Jackie just laughed and gestured her head to Nicky’s door. “He’s been good.”
“Sup, dickwad,” you called out as you tossed your duffel into the corner of the room and plopped down in the chair beside Nicky’s bed. “Nurse Jackie said you’ve been a pain in the ass.”
“I did not,” Nurse Jackie said quickly from her desk across the hall, causing you to laugh to yourself.
“Wanna hear about the crime I committed over spring break?” You asked, finally reclining back and putting your feet up on the bed. The heart monitor spiked twice. “Too bad, I’m telling you anyway.”
From across the hall, Jackie listens as you recount your spring break to Nicky. It was always nice to hear you laughing and joking around. Not once did you ever get a response, but it brought a lighter atmosphere to the ICU. Of course there were the days you would succumb to the situation and there would be nothing but silence coming from the room, but days like today? Those were the days that made things a little easier.
Every now and then one of the nurses would go in to check on you and make sure neither you nor Nicky needed anything, and you would have them talking and laughing for hours on end if they didn’t excuse themselves. They had learned after the first few months that it was your coping mechanism. You simply distracted yourself and others from the situation at hand.
“Time to shave,” Jackie said as she finally walked into the room. You were still sitting with your feet up on the bed, flipping through the channels on the TV to no avail. “Wanna help?”
“Absolutely,” you said, tossing the remote onto the chair as you stood up. “I’m gonna make you look so goofy,” Jackie heard you mumble to Nicky.
She kept her own smile to herself as she got everything all set up. Honestly, it wasn’t the most professional of her to allow you to help, but she couldn’t help it. You had been present for most everything over the past three years, she (and all the other nurses, admittedly) could be forgiven for allowing you to help. There was something Jackie had remembered you telling her one night near the beginning of Nicky’s eternal stay in the ICU.
“It feels like I’m helping,” you had said after she had shown you how to turn and reposition him. “Like it’s not my fault.”
After that, you became an integral part of Nicky’s care whenever you visited. The initial guilt (at least outwardly) was gone, but you were still eager to help. Without prompting, you lathered the shaving cream and started putting it on Nicky’s face.
“Behave,” Jackie said sternly when she turned around and saw the… lewd image you were making with the shaving cream.
“Oh come on,” you huffed, “it’s not like he cares.” But nonetheless, you wiped the image away and went back to work.
Jackie handed you the razor once you were done and let you get to work. You always talked while you worked; she assumed it was a nervous habit of yours. Not once did you ever actually talk about your home life, but you would talk about school, or the friends you had, or even just whatever popped into your head. Jokes were common, disregard for your own feelings even more so.
After you had been released from DHMC, she had tried to get you to go to therapy. No, you weren’t her responsibility once you were discharged, but the hurt she could see on your face was too much for her to bear. She had helped take care of you for two months, she could be forgiven for being a tad protective. But after you had very quickly shut her down about the idea, she accepted that maybe that was just how you needed to go about things for now.
“Don’t shave shapes,” Jackie scolded you again. You froze and looked up at her with the same expression one would make if they had been caught with their hand in the cookie jar.
“He told me this is what he wanted,” you attempted to argue.
“Oh?” Jackie inquired, and you nodded quickly. Too quickly. “He woke up for the first time in four years just to tell you he wanted a dog shaved in his beard?”
“... yes he did-”
“-shave it normally,” Jackie warned you again, “or I’m revoking helping privileges for a month.”
“You’re no fun anymore,” you groaned but did as you were asked. Albeit with a frown on your face, but that was an acceptable reaction.
“And you’re more trouble,” Jackie said, holding the cup out for you to clean the razor. “I think this Wednesday girl is a bad influence on you.”
“She is not,” you said softly with a smile. “If anything, I think I’m the bad influence.”
“I bet you are,” Jackie said, her voice barely covering the sound of the phone ringing at the desk.
You continued to shave Nicky’s face with expert precision, never leaving even the smallest hint of hair. When you weren’t so busy being the typical little sister that you so enjoyed being, it was clear how much you cared for him. The gentleness in your touch and the concentration and effort you put into taking care of him was more than enough proof.
In fact, Jackie was so focused on your focus that she hadn’t heard Angela step into the room. She only noticed when Angela cleared her throat and held up a sheet of paper. A sheet of paper with your last name on it.
“They called again,” Angela said.
“Who called again?” You asked, finishing up the last touches before looking up at both women.
Jackie didn’t want to tell you. She didn’t want to bring that name up when you were in such a good mood. But they had been calling for the past few weeks, and she knew you wouldn’t call them back unless necessary. They hadn’t told her what they wanted, but if they were calling this often then she could assume it was now considered necessary.
“Marcus and Kristi want you to call them back,” Angela said when it was clear Jackie wouldn’t. “Today.”
The fear on your face was enough for both women to figure out what was going on, at least at the moment. Neither of them knew much, just that your parents paid the bills and Nicky’s life support stayed on. You had never explained, and they had never asked. Your reactions were enough of an answer.
“Oh,” you finally said, and you set the razor down before picking your phone up with slow, methodical movements. It was as if you had been replaced by a robot. “Okay.”
“Do you want some privacy?” Jackie asked. She gestured with her head for Angela to leave; she did.
“It’s okay,” you said, your voice sounding detached from your body while you fell down in the chair, “you can stay.”
You put the shaking phone up to your ear and stared into the distance as it rang. Jackie did her best not to eavesdrop, but she couldn’t help it. When you said “hi” in the smallest voice she had ever heard, she couldn’t stop herself. Your eyes were glazed over and your breathing was coming in short pants.
She didn’t have to be a nurse to see you were hurting.
The voices on the other end of the phone continued as your head turned to face Nicky. A single tear fell when you closed your eyes, squeezing them shut and biting your bottom lip so hard Jackie could see the single bead of blood that sprung from the skin.
“Yes sir,” you said. Was that how you sounded as a child? Had you always been so afraid? “Goodbye.”
You sat there in silence, only the occasional sniffle cutting through. With what Jackie assumed to be a great effort, you opened your eyes and looked at Nicky. She knew that look. And she certainly knew the look that came after, with your jaw set and a determination in your eyes.
“They’re not cutting it off,” you said through clenched teeth.
But Jackie could still hear the fear underneath the rage.
—---
Wednesday was mad at you. She was mad at you for giving her emotional whiplash when she didn’t even like emotions to begin with. It was inevitable that you would return to a routine when back at Nevermore, but this? This was almost painful, and she didn’t know how to handle it.
Maybe it was her fault for assuming you would still wish to hold her hand under the table, or come to her room at night to bother her with more of your rambling. To have you sit by her in class and in the quad, to offer to paint Thing’s nails while she was writing.
But no. No, you were only ever with Yoko or on your own. During class you would sit by Yoko without even a glance in Wednesday’s direction, and it was impossible for her to not see you two talking nonstop. You walked with Yoko to classes, around campus, during meals.
Wednesday wouldn’t deny, she had questioned Enid and Divina about it. After all, Yoko was their girlfriend too, did they not find it suspicious? Not even a little? But Divina promised it wasn’t like that, you two had just been friends for longer than any of them had even been at Nevermore. You were both like two peas in a pod.
In a surprising twist, Wednesday believed it.
“Wednesday, just relax,” Enid huffed as she sat down across the table. Yoko and Divina were quick to follow suit. “Unless you don’t trust Eugene now.”
She gave Enid a quick glare before turning back to see you sitting beside Eugene. It was impossible to tell what you were both talking about and she wanted nothing more than to go over and hear for herself. From the look on your face it wasn’t a pleasant conversation, but Eugene was insisting.
At least that’s what it looked like.
With a sigh, you said something to Eugene that made him smile before he got up and ran off. You shook your head and stood up next. Wednesday half-expected you to leave the quad as you had been doing for the past week. Her heart raced when you walked in her direction, sitting down directly beside her with a grunt.
“The matching hickeys are cute,” Yoko said once you were settled.
“Ha ha ha,” you mocked with a quick kick; judging by Yoko’s reaction, you hit your mark. “Fuck off.”
“You ready for the full moon tonight?” Enid asked. “Because I’m not.”
“Why not?” You asked indignantly. “It’s not like you’re going to wolf out- ouch.” You instantly leaned down to rub your knee. “Sorry,” you said when Yoko gave you a, quite admittedly, vicious look. “That was rude.”
“It’s okay,” Enid said even though her smile had fallen slightly, “you didn’t mean it.”
“Isn’t it your date night?” You asked, eyes darting between Enid and Wednesday.
“Yes,” Wednesday answered. Why wouldn’t you actually look at her?
“Any exciting plans?” Divina chimed in.
“Probably just a movie,” Enid said. “She agreed to watch one of mine if I watch one of hers.”
“Well isn’t that cute,” you teased. And finally, for probably the first time since she had left you at the hospital, you smiled. “Don’t eat too much popcorn, that shit gets expensive.”
“Oh don’t worry, we have it all planned out,” Enid said, immediately going into a long-winded explanation of the night.
But Wednesday wasn’t listening to Enid; she was focused on how your leg was suddenly close to hers again and, for the first time in a week, she could feel your warmth again. She had missed it, embarrassingly so. It made her dead heart beat and she wanted more of it.
“I’m sorry,” you whispered into her ear while Enid continued to talk.
“Why?” Wednesday asked back, turning just enough to look at you. She wished she hadn’t when she noticed how close you were.
“For avoiding you,” you said simply. “Can I make it up over coffee on Saturday?”
Say no, her head told her. You had just openly admitted to avoiding her for the week, after everything that had happened during spring break. All the progress you had both made (at least she felt she had made progress) and then you could still avoid her so easily? No, she wasn’t sure she wanted you to make it up to her.
But she wanted you. Of that she was sure.
The corner of your mouth twitched with the barest hint of a smile that you could muster without the other three noticing. It almost made her want to smile in return. She’s making you weak, her mind told her. But she wasn’t entirely convinced she cared when you finally reached over and grabbed her hand-
-that electric jolt went up her arm once again, lodging itself like a bullet in the back of her skull.
“Eugene run!” You yelled.
Blood.
Screaming. 
The full moon shining down through the trees.
A vicious growl.
“Enid?”
“Hey.” Your voice cut through the vision loud and clear, pulling Wednesday out with a gasp. “I gotchu.”
Your hands felt warm even through her uniform. The grip you had on her thigh was grounding, and for a moment it was as if the vision hadn’t even happened. It was just your hands on her and your eyes looking so very hypnotizing.
Okay. Her visions definitely impaired her ability to look at you neutrally.
“You good?” You asked.
“Yes,” Wednesday managed to get out past that lump in her throat. “Coffee sounds good.”
She hoped you would move along with the conversation as she was trying to. The sound of that scream - had it been yours? - was echoing in her head and she wanted it gone. Wanted you to get rid of it for her. You interlocked your fingers with hers and nodded with a small smile.
It didn’t get rid of the screams completely. But it helped.
—---
“I’ll kick your ass for this next time, Ottinger,” you said as you lagged further behind Eugene’s steady pace.
“It shouldn’t take long,” he told you, “I know exactly where they hide.”
“Well hurry up,” you grumbled, “it’s cold and something doesn’t feel right.”
Eugene knew you only really said those things when you meant them, at least to him. If you felt something was off, then it probably was. He certainly wouldn’t argue with you, that was for sure. So instead of looking for the extra bugs on his list, he made a beeline to the grouping of trees that he knew were infested.
The sound of your wings flapping lightly was almost the only thing he could hear, aside from the crunching of the twigs on the ground. He had told you that you could leave the harness off if you wanted, but he hadn’t actually expected you to. It was nice, really, he didn’t think he had ever truly seen them before now. Almost made him feel like you trusted him.
“Quit staring,” you said with a raised brow, “or you can bug hunt on your own.��
“Sorry,” Eugene said, but the small smile on your face eased his slight anxiety. “It’s just right over here.”
He didn’t wait for you to keep up before jogging over to the small copse of trees that he had painstakingly scouted out over the past few weeks. Without hesitation he got to work; he needed to be careful so he didn’t scare them away. The flashlight flickered once but steadied out, and he could finally get to looking.
“How was your spring break-”
“-Don’t start small talk,” you interrupted. “Just get your bugs, I’m getting goosebumps.”
Eugene turned his head to look at you and he would admit, your stance was giving him the creeps. When he was kneeling down you looked like a giant; a giant being with giant wings and an angry face. It was scary against the moonlight, and if he hadn’t known it was you, he probably would have panicked.
“Right,” he finally said, turning around to get back to his hunt.
You were making him nervous. He wouldn’t admit it to you because then you would think he wasn’t cool, but you were. Just towering over him and looking out into the woods. Almost like some kind of guardian angel, although he was pretty sure you would get mean if you needed to.
“Eugene, hurry up,” you said, your voice suddenly dropping to barely more than a whisper.
“I’ve almost got him, want to see?” Eugene asked.
“Absolutely not- wait, that’s kinda cool,” you said after turning around and leaning closer, squinting your eyes to try and see it better. “Ew,” you mumbled with a scrunch of your nose when the bug in question wiggled around until finally dropping into the collection cup with a little *splat*.
“Just one more and then we can go,” Eugene said, already looking for his other target.
The flashlight trailed over every inch of those trees, but he still couldn’t find the beetle. It should have been here, it was always here. Surely it wouldn’t have vanished, right? Bugs didn’t just do that, especially not in these woods. The hair on the back of his neck stood up, followed quickly by a chill running down his spine.
“The birds stopped singing,” you whispered.
With a turn of his head, he was met with your hand extended toward him. What did you want him to do with it? He reached out to take it - please don’t think I’m lame - and you instantly squeezed his hand in return. You pulled him to his feet and backed up, pushing him into the crowded copse of trees.
“Stay here,” you whispered as you turned around. “I’m gonna-”
-a growl echoed right by his head and your hand was ripped from his grip. He didn’t scream when he saw you hit the ground a few feet away. No, he didn’t make any sound at all, he just forced himself between the trees. Twigs dug into his back but he pushed deeper.
A clawed hand swiped through the trees and slashed the strap of his backpack. It fell to the ground with a thud, and the claws were gone. He hadn’t gotten a good look, but it had been furry and big and-
-and it was a full moon.
The claw shoved through the trees again, this time getting closer and he could almost feel them touching his skin. This time he did scream, and the clawed hand pulled back before a furry eye peered through the small gap in the trees.
A piercing whistle echoed through the air.
“Over here, asshole!” You shouted.
The wolf turned and charged off with a snarl. Don’t do it, all of his instincts told him, but Eugene ignored them and leaned out of the trees right as you were slammed into the bark beside him. You slumped lifelessly to the ground.
“Fuck,” you mumbled as you head fell back against the tree. Eugene could see the blood pouring from your nose.
“Aren’t you a boxer?” Eugene asked, quickly pulling you to your feet and trying his hardest not to notice the blood you dripped onto his shirt.
“I don’t think he’s gonna play by the rules,” you said. It sounded like your words were drowning before you could get them out.
From his spot behind you, Eugene could finally see the wolf. It was big. It was very big. A bit of blood coated his claws - was it yours? - and he looked mean. He could feel your arm pressing against his shoulder as you guided him further away from the danger.
“Eugene,” you said quietly, your eyes never leaving the wolf in front of you.
“Yeah?” He asked; his eyes were locked on the same thing.
“Run.”
“What?” He asked, finally tearing his eyes away to look up at you. You looked angry.
“Now.”
He wasn’t sure he wanted to. Not when the wolf was looking at you like you were his next meal, and you were looking at him like you wanted a total smackdown. But when your bloody hand pushed him back one more time, soft yet forceful, he listened. He turned and ran and didn’t look back.
Not even when he heard the snarl mix with your own shouting.
—---
“Wednesday, you’re not paying attention.”
No. No she wasn’t. She couldn’t pay attention to the annoyingly happy movie Enid had picked out because something felt wrong. What it was, she couldn’t pinpoint exactly, but it was something. It was something in the air, or in her soul, or even just in her gut.
She didn’t know and it was infuriating.
“I know you had a vision during lunch,” Enid said. She paused the movie and turned until her legs were in Wednesday’s lap. “Was it about Y/N?”
Wednesday’s hand rested on Enid’s shin subconsciously - she hated that it was a subconscious reaction - and leaned back. She didn’t know if it was about you. The scream wasn’t clear enough to judge if it was yours or not. Oh god, she hoped it wasn’t yours.
“Would you feel better if we went to check it out?” Enid asked.
“Yes,” Wednesday said without hesitation.
“Then let’s go,” Enid said with her wolfy grin.
She stood up and grabbed Wednesday’s hand to pull her along, and off they went. It was past curfew so they had to be quiet, but it was easy enough to get out. The light from the full moon illuminated the woods in a way that was beautifully spooky. On any other night she would have loved to take you for a walk like this.
But not tonight.
Tonight her mind was running through every possibility of her vision. Screaming, blood, howling. Surely the howling wouldn’t be Enid, she hadn’t even wolfed out yet and it would be quite the coincidence if it happened at that moment. She didn’t believe in coincidences. Surely there had to be some hint in her vision that would tell her something-
“-Look out!”
Was that Eugene?
“Move it!”
No.
“That’s Y/N,” Enid said. A howl echoed through the trees.
I know! Wednesday thought as she started running toward the sound. I know it is! Why had you gone into the woods so late at night on a full moon? Why were you with Eugene? You were both so stupid, you were both supposed to be back at Nevermore-
“-Wednesday?”
What else? Pulling herself to a stop, Wednesday turned around to look at Enid. Or, what was Enid, but was now the beginning of a werewolf. With outstretched hands, Wednesday stepped closer - for comfort or support, she supposed - but quickly stopped herself as Enid finished her transformation.
Her first one.
What else could possibly happen?
Another scream echoed through the woods; much further than only moments ago. Enid’s wolf looked in that direction before sprinting off, leaving Wednesday behind. She stood there in resignation as she realised, no, she couldn’t keep up with a werewolf. So instead she grabbed Enid’s coat and started chasing after her.
She was going to quit questioning what else could go wrong.
“Enid?”
Wednesday would know your voice anywhere. If it was the last thing she ever heard, she would know it was yours. And if you were this far in the woods then it meant you had seen the wolf and-
-she stopped in her tracks the moment she noticed the unusual angle of your wing.
You turned around to face her, and she wished you hadn’t. Truly she wished you would have stayed facing Enid because this… this wasn’t something she was comfortable with. She felt nauseated at the sight of you, battered and broken and babying your left leg while your right arm hung limply at your side.
“Where’s Eugene?” You asked. How was she supposed to know? “Have you seen him?” No, why would you be asking about him when you were clearly standing at death’s door.
You huffed.
“Go help Enid,” you said; it sounded much more like a demand.
And Wednesday stood there as you limped away behind her, your voice echoing through the woods as you screamed for Eugene. She should have been worried about Eugene too; she should have cared. But it was hard to do when she couldn’t stop seeing your broken body.
“Eugene!” You shouted - no, screamed - again, and Wednesday’s eyes squeezed shut because no, it was all too much. She could hear Enid’s whimpering and your screaming and she couldn’t quit picturing your blood and it was too much.
“Willa, did you see that?!” Enid shouted, and even though Wednesday couldn’t see it she felt Enid shaking her shoulders. “I did it! I finally did it!”
“Eugene!” You needed to quit screaming. You needed to quit or Wednesday swore she was going to collapse. She couldn’t hear your voice crack like that.
“You look faint,” Enid said, her hands squeezing Wednesday’s shoulders just a bit more. “Are you okay?” She sounded worried now. Could everyone please keep their emotions in check, this was too much.
Wednesday finally looked and, oh. Oh, Enid was still completely nude. Oh, Wednesday still had her jacket. Her eyes widened just enough to see clearly before pulling the coat tight around Enid’s shoulders. She whispered a “thanks” before grabbing it with her own hands to secure it in place.
“You dick,” you shouted, and Wednesday turned around just in time to see you skip-running to where Eugene had suddenly appeared. “Are you okay?”
“Yes, I’m okay,” Eugene said, but his words were muffled as your hands checked every inch of him.
Your bloody hands.
“You’re bleeding,” Eugene said as he grabbed your hands to stop them from moving.
“I’m fine,” you repeated, pulling away until you could lean back against a nearby tree. “Did you at least get the bugs?”
“They’re in my backpack,” Eugene answered as he held the torn backpack up.
“Good,” you sighed, “because we are never doing this again.”
It was a slow walk back to Nevermore. While Enid wasn’t injured, she was certainly exhausted and leaning on Wednesday for support. Beside her, you were practically falling over Eugene as you limped forward. The occasional grunts and groans from you went straight to Wednesday’s chest and she grew more concerned with each step.
Weems, of course, was waiting for all four of you when you finally made it back.
After everyone got checked out in the infirmary and the nurse had finally finished bandaging you up - “No flying, no boxing, no exceptions” - you had all been led to Weems’ office. The three of them were sitting outside while you were, admittedly, getting what Wednesday would consider to be the scolding of the century.
And she was absolutely eavesdropping.
"Who's decision was it?" Weems asked. "Which one of you decided it would be a wonderful night for a midnight stroll?"
"I did," you said. "I told Eugene he could hunt for his creepy crawlies if he came with me."
"And Misses Sinclair and Addams?" She pushed.
"I said they should spend date night with us," you said, "and I'd pay for their next date."
Wednesday heard Weems sigh.
"Do you understand how reckless that was?" Weems asked, her voice rising in volume. "How much danger you put everyone in?"
"It was just a walk-"
“On a full moon, no less!” Weems yelled. “You could have gotten all four of you injured. Or killed, for that matter.”
“Everyone is fine,” you argued back.
“What were you thinking?” Weems asked you, her voice taking on a completely different tone. Less angry.
“Clearly I wasn’t.” Wednesday could practically hear the eyeroll in your voice.
A sigh barely reached her ears before being followed by heels on the floor and the door opening. Weems stood there and looked at the three of them for a moment. Only a moment.
“Inside,” Weems ordered as she ushered them into the office where you were already sitting with your head in your remaining functional hand.
“It was my fault-”
“-I don’t care whose fault it was,” Weems interrupted Eugene, who shrunk into his oversized coat. “You all broke the rules and put yourselves in danger.”
“We’re sorry,” Enid said quickly. “It won’t happen again.”
“No it won’t,” Weems agreed. “Your three weeks of detention will ensure that.”
Enid and Eugene groaned and threw their heads back. Wednesday truthfully didn’t care, detention was the least of her worries, but you. You didn’t even seem phased by the punishment. No, you just shifted in the chair and scrunched your nose up as you tried to settle. Did you hurt terribly?
“Every day at 4pm sharp,” Weems continued. “My office.”
Everyone mumbled out acknowledgement of the punishment, but no one seemed over eager about such a thing.
“To your dorms,” Weems sighed. “Now.” You moved to push yourself up when Weems’ hand pushed you back down. “Except you.”
Wednesday followed Eugene and Enid out of the office, looking back only once to see you staring off into the distance with glazed eyes. The red tint of blood was still staining the skin around your lips and eye and you looked… broken. You looked broken and Wednesday didn’t know what to do about it.
All she knew was it made her feel… sad. You made her feel sad.
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“Go check on her,” Enid said for what must have been the seventh time since Wednesday had started writing. “You know you want to.”
“I want to finish my writing time,” Wednesday retorted as she started typing aimlessly on the typewriter. Again. It was turning more into a waste of time if nothing else.
“She’s practically been grounded,” Enid continued. “I’m sure she would love the company.”
Wednesday sighed and leaned back in her chair. Enid was right. She knew she was right. It had been a few days and no one had seen you except for class and detention. No extracurriculars, no outings, you hadn’t even been coming down for dinner. And she hated it because, though she wouldn’t admit it, she missed you.
“Fine,” Wednesday said with a sigh.
She didn’t bother even looking at Enid (who was still painting Thing’s nails) because she knew there would be a smirk being sent in her direction. No, she didn’t need that kind of ridicule. It was past curfew, but what was going to happen? Weems was going to give her more detention?
It was a quick walk to your dorm, but she stood in front of your door with her fist raised. Now that she was near you, almost alone with you, her heart was racing in her chest. It didn’t make sense, she had been alone with you plenty of times before, why was this any different?
But when you opened the door and jumped slightly, looking down at her with a black eye and that bandage on your cheek, she remembered why she was nervous. She wasn’t just alone with you, she was alone with an injured you. Could she touch you without hurting you? Would you be okay?
“What are you doing here?” You asked. Did you not want her there?
I’m here to see you, she thought, to make sure you’re okay. She wanted to make sure you were okay, and you were safe, and yes your heart was still beating. Yes you were still alive and not just some ghost everyone saw around campus.
“Move,” she said instead.
She caught the little smile on your face as you stepped aside and let her in. The door clicked closed behind her while her eyes roamed over your room. It looked different. Your usual nest was shifted further to the wall and pillows were shoved in the corner.
“You rearranged,” Wednesday said.
“Everything hurts,” you said with a half-shrug, “gotta sleep sitting up.”
Oh.
“You need rest.”
“Yes, mother,” you said with a roll of your eyes. But Wednesday saw the flush to your neck.
She followed you to your nest and waited for you to get settled before following suit. But once she was close, she didn’t know what to do. Did she get closer to you? Or maybe you would like some space; you were damaged after all. That was obvious by the way your right arm and wing were practically strapped in place so you couldn’t move.
“Just come here,” you said, and Wednesday didn’t have time to brace herself before you grabbed her arm and gently pulled her into your side.
On instinct she held her arm out to brace herself, but when you let out a short groan she tried to back away. Your arm just pulled her closer, and she froze. She froze because now you were leaning against the wall and holding her as if your life depended on it. Her fingers could feel the bandage underneath your shirt and she hated it.
“Chill, Addams,” you said when, supposedly, you realised she was still tense. “We slept together at your house, it’s not a marriage proposal.”
Yes you had both slept together, but it was at her house and it hadn’t been after you had been mauled by a werewolf. There hadn’t been the same tension because it was different. In the time since then you had ignored her, avoided her, apologised, and tried to get yourself killed. Wednesday wasn’t one to allow herself to feel many emotions, but you were starting to make it difficult.
“I guess we need a rain check for Saturday’s coffee,” you said, bringing Wednesday out of her thoughts. Oh yes. You had wanted to make up for avoiding her.
“There will be more Saturdays,” Wednesday said and finally, she let herself lean her weight into your side.
She could hear your heartbeat in your chest. It was fast, but Wednesday had learned it was fairly usual for you. All that really mattered was that it was beating and it was strong and steady. There wasn’t much for her to worry about if your heart would just keep beating.
“Let’s get some sleep,” you muttered, and Wednesday looked up at your face. You did look exhausted. She supposed she should agree and let you sleep, although…
Do it.
With gentle fingers, Wednesday cupped your jaw and turned you to face her. Her eyes darted to your lips just once before pulling you down. It was effortless really, you instantly got the hint and leaned down to kiss her. She let you take the lead so she wouldn’t hurt you, but that didn’t stop the heat building in her chest.
You deepened the kiss, leaning down until Wednesday could wrap her hand around the back of your neck. There was a hunger behind your kiss; something Wednesday couldn’t quite place. But she could feel your pulse under your skin and just knew hers was racing along with it. You shifted and-
“-ouch,” you hissed, pulling back until your forehead was resting against hers.
“Are you okay?” Wednesday asked in a shameful display of concern. She blamed you and the kiss.
“Guess I can’t lift my right arm,” you said with a light chuckle. “Cockblocked by my own hubris.”
“What?” Wednesday asked, pulling back just enough to look you in the eye. You were blushing.
“Nothing,” you mumbled, very quickly leaning back and pulling Wednesday down with you. “Guess I’m just tired.”
“Sleep,” Wednesday said. She had meant to sound demanding, but her voice was far too soft. Too caring.
“Sleep with me,” you said even though you were already fading.
Wednesday didn’t have time to give you an answer before your eyes closed and your breathing evened out. She just watched you, felt the rise and fall of your chest beneath her fingers, the occasional brush of your good wing against her arm. And as you slept, her lips brushed against the itchy fabric of the bandage as she leaned up to leave a lingering kiss on your cheek.
She settled into your side once again and closed her eyes. It was too intimate, too close. But your warmth enveloped her and you subconsciously pulled her closer with your good arm. And just like that, Wednesday fell asleep and, for the first night since the full moon, her dreams were void of nightmares.
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Anonymous: Can you show more of grandmother Miranda and toddler y/n
Absolutely! I love Miranda. Let’s get into it!
When Alcina first introduced you to Miranda, it was love at first sight. She thought you were absolutely adorable and you were so fascinated by her wings.
Miranda holds you and sings Romanian folk songs for you to help you fall asleep.
While you were very attached to your sisters and mother, Miranda quickly became a trusted person as well.
When you get super fussy with Alcina or the girls and they can’t seem to calm you down, Alcina knows immediately that you want Miranda. She finds it really adorable.
As soon as Alcina calls and tells Miranda that you miss her, she makes a mad dash for the castle.
You squeal with delight when you see her and Miranda happily scoops you up into her arms. It’s been a while since she’s held a baby and it makes her think of Eva. It means a lot that she has you to love now.
Whenever you see Miranda in her golden mask, you want to grab it and investigate. She takes it off and lets you run your fingers across it and chew on it. Miranda pretends to be slightly annoyed, but it warms her heart to see you playing with the mask.
Miranda never holds you when she has her gold talons on. She doesn’t want to scratch you by accident.
Miranda isn’t just a loving grandmother to you, she adores the girls as well. She has pictures of all four of you around her house and she is so proud of you all.
Alcina takes you to regular check-ups with Miranda and she is always so glad to see you. She always gives you a little treat afterward too. A hand-crafted toy from the village, a pastry that she had made especially for you, anything to make you smile.
When you finally started speaking a bit, you pointed at Miranda and said “Gramma”. Miranda actually wept. She was so proud of you and came over to place tons of kisses on your face.
Cass and Dani decided to play a prank one day and held up a picture of Miranda while telling you to say “Bird”. You kept saying “Gramma” over and over again, which made Cass and Dani eventually give up.
However, a few days later, when Miranda had come over to the castle, you suddenly point at her and exclaim “Birb!” really loud while your sisters and mother were visiting with her. Dani and Cass lost it while Miranda just rolled her eyes and picked you up.
“Are your sisters being a bad influence on you, draga mea?” She asks. You just giggle in response. Miranda suddenly has a wicked idea. “Well, I guess they’re not getting Christmas presents from Grandma this year.” She says and bounces you on her hip making you laugh. The next few minutes were spent with Cass and Dani frantically begging for forgiveness. It was kind of funny. Alcina was choking back laughter as well.
Miranda is a wonderful grandmother and you formed a special bond with her from the beginning.
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