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candyskiez · 10 months

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for @baggebythesea 's prompt suggestions for the asks, I deleted my og post because I decided I didn't like how it turned out.

catrouble + dancing lessons

the crimson wastes were far more fun than they had any right to be, really. catra couldn't help but think she fit in quite well here. this "party" thing was growing on her, she had to admit. she couldn't just sit out on all the action, could she?

she isn't all that used to dancing. honestly, she'd been lucky she hadn't fallen on her face at princess prom. her nose wrinkled at the memory, but she doesn't let herself dwell on it for long. to be completely honest? she has no idea what she's doing.

someone she hasn't seen before walks up a while after she'd given up on trying to self teach dancing and had just contented herself to all the new food. (these made gray ration bars taste like death warmed up, honestly.)

"So you're the one the wastes has been making a fuss about?"

her ear twitches as she turns toward them. "What's it to you?"

they call themselves double trouble. they're...pretty cool, actually. funny, flirtatious, have some damn good stories. they've been in the waste their whole life, they seem interested in her "little group" as they put it.

"Tell me, darling. Think I could get a dance?"

she snorts. rolls her eyes. "What, think you can get me with some flattery?"

"Was worth a shot." they chuckle. "You're more clever than you look."

"Still not working." she scoffs, taking a sip of her drink.

they just sigh dramatically. she can't help but snort.

and well, she decides to stick around. the crimson waste is her style, scorpia's...respecting what she wants, more. she's. happy. she's actually happy. not always, obviously. everyday is an uphill battle, but.

she's actually laughing again. scorpias...scorpias trying to be there for her, in the ways she needs. she's..god, she can finally breathe.

and double trouble is around. they're a good ally, and they seem to love the parties she hosts so often.

she blames it on the punch the three of them had been drinking all night. scorpia dared her to, that's her other defense.

"Trouble." she'd asked, putting down the drink. "You know how to dance, right?"

(I know this is bad but I Tried)

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call-me-double-trouble · 1 year

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When Your Girlfriend’s Girlfriend becomes YOUR Girlfriend

(A short Adora x Catra x Double Trouble fic with emphasis on DT x Adora—takes place post season 5)

Double Trouble growled and walked several circles around Bow. “That bitch, she’s ignoring me! She won’t talk to me at all!” They let out another frustrated groan before clenching their jaw and closing their eyes, taking in a deep breath through the nose. “You know what? It’s fine. This is fine.”

Bow put his hands on their shoulders and led them to the nearest chair. “Do you want me to talk to her, or...?”

“It won’t work. I’ve already shapeshifted into other people to talk to her--and she does fall for it--but as soon as I try to get an answer, she realizes and stops talking!” They slumped into the chair and rubbed their temples. “And it’s already been 3 days. How much longer will she keep this up? I mean, how hard is it to just say ‘yes’ or ‘no’?”

“Maybe Adora just needs time to think about it.”

“She could at least talk to me about something else, then. And it’s not like she’s avoiding me! She still sits by me, holds my hand, leans against me, and whatever, but she won’t say a damn thing!” They breathed again, pressing their palms together. “I can’t take it, Bow. I’m going to lose my mind.”

* * *

Double Trouble and Catra had been dating for awhile. Four months, to be exact, and everything had gone surprisingly well given both of their track records. Of course, she was dating Adora, too--she’d actually been dating Adora first, and perhaps it was only due to DT’s efforts to befriend Adora that she’d graciously allowed them to form a relationship with Catra. Had they tried before, back when the two blondes were at each other’s throats, DT doubted Adora would have ever granted them permission.

It didn’t start out as tumultuous as they’d expected. Adora could be competitive, and with that came jealousy, but the simple fact was that she was either too busy or too distracted to feel any such thing. DT normally would have toyed with any insecurities they could and form a hefty wedge between the couple, but things were different this time--they actually cared about Catra, and they wanted this throuple to work. They knew Catra would choose Adora over them in a heartbeat if it came to it, so they had to tread carefully. So, the best course of action was to smooth things over with Adora.

The two had started becoming friendlier with each other, but had yet to close the distance. It came easier with time, of course. They found what they had in common--their knack for strategizing and planning, their hair poofs, and their love of Catra--and began hanging out one-on-one more frequently.

Things were simpler then, Double Trouble lamented. It should have been easy enough to just be two friends sharing a girlfriend. But then they just had to start flirting with Adora. Maybe it started as a joke, and maybe it didn’t. Either way, she didn’t seem to mind. Perhaps she even liked it? She started flirting back. And then there was the kiss.

The two had actually been arguing right before. Adora thought DT was taking too much of Catra’s time away from her, and DT thought Adora was being rather greedy with Catra’s affection. She always seemed to interrupt once DT and Catra were about to enjoy each other’s company or share a kiss.

Adora got mad. Predictable, of course. Her red face gave it away. DT couldn’t help but laugh at her. Even when she pinned them against the wall, they still felt in control. They could wrap her around their finger with ease--her emotions were so easy to manipulate. But then something shifted in her gaze. Her eyes lingered on their mouth a little too long, and they decided to tease her by pressing their lips against hers. They were just trying to irritate her. That’s what they told themself, at least. They’d never admit otherwise.

But when Adora kissed back, really kissed back, and it felt so right--that’s when things no longer seemed clear. It only got muddier after that. They started kissing more, just here and there. Usually when Catra was with them. If Adora was about to go on a trip with Glimmer and Bow, she’d give both Catra and DT a goodbye kiss. DT kissed both before retiring to bed. It felt normal; they didn’t bat an eye after awhile. Didn’t even think too hard about it.

No one else seemed to object to it, either. Glimmer and Bow were surprised and first, and Swift Wind cracked a joke about it, but they all came to accept the new change. DT reasoned it was fine--Adora was basically a girlfriend-in-law, since they were already sharing Catra, and it didn’t mean anything to kiss, really, it’s not like they liked her, it was just like a handshake but closer.

DT may have been a good liar, but they weren’t that good. Each kiss meant something, at least on their end. They never thought they’d start crushing on Adora of all people, but it was too late to go back, now. The only way left was forward.

“Hey, Adora,” DT said, sliding in the chair next to her. They’d taken to copying Catra’s go-to line, mostly to annoy Adora, but with a hint of genuine flirting mixed in.

Adora rolled her eyes and mimicked them. “Hey, Double Trouble.”

“Let’s cut to the chase. We’ve been doing this whole routine for four months, and at this point, we’re practically dating, right? We should make it official. I mean, why not?”

Adora tapped her chin thoughtfully. “I’ll get back to you in 5-7 business days.”

Their ears drooped with confusion, raising an eyebrow. “Wh-what?”

Adora said nothing more and left the room.

“...” Not the answer they’d expected.

But it was the only answer they’d get, for anytime they tried to speak with her about anything at all, she’d remain quiet. She’d still spend time with them, even still kissed them when they asked for it, but stubbornly refused to talk. She even snickered when they’d get frustrated and try to pry an answer from her. She was clearly enjoying herself.

Double Trouble vented to Bow about it for a good half an hour before finally calming down.

“Okay, so if she said 5-7 days, and it’s only been 3...maybe just give her about 2 more?” Bow tried. “She’s probably true to her word.”

“But I want to know soon so that I can plan our first date, should she accept!” They tapped their fingers against their scaly arms. “I have a reservation at a nice place, which was originally for just Kitten and me, but then she cancelled because something came up with Scorpia. I want to take Adora, but it’s for tomorrow night, and--”

“This all sounds like a really convoluted way of hiding the fact that you’re just nervous she’ll turn you down.”

They narrowed their eyes. “Damn you and your ability to read me, sweetheart. Yes, you’re right, but if you tell Adora, I’m going to shapeshift into Glimmer and call your dads about the ‘good news’ that she’s ‘pregnant’!”

A nervous bead of sweat formed on Bow’s forehead. “Okay, okay, I’ll talk to Adora, and I’ll prove that it’s me so she won’t think I’m you in disguise.”

“Thank you. At long last, I might finally get an answer!” They clapped twice, getting their emotions under control again. A smile replaced the irritated scowl that they’d been wearing earlier. They had no doubt what Adora’s answer would be.

* * *

Adora knocked on their door in the middle of the night. Whatever Bow said must’ve worked.

“Nah.”

DT flicked their tail. “Hm?”

“I’m not interested.”

DT kept a smile on their face to conceal any snippet of what they felt. “May I ask why?”

“No reason, I just don’t want to.”

“Oh.” Their ears drooped, and their fingers twitched with agitation. “Is that all?”

Adora burst out laughing. “Okay, I’m sorry, I just really wanted to see your reaction. Of course I want to date you! I mean, I thought we already were, to be honest.”

Double Trouble held in their relieved sigh and gave a genuine smile. “Ah, I see my knack for pranks is rubbing off on you. Well done.” They linked their arms around her shoulders and drew her in closer. “But I knew you were lying, so I just acted like I believed it to entertain you. Did it work?”

“Pssh, yeah right. Even you’re not that good.” She grinned before resting her hand on their cheek, the other on their waist, and drew them in for one of those kisses they’d become so accustomed to, but in a good way. “But I’m still Catra’s girlfriend, first.”

“I wouldn’t have it any other way. I like her better than you, anyway,” they teased, sticking their tongue out. “But since she’s not here, I guess you’ll have to do.” They kissed her again, allowing themself to become more affectionate than usual. More akin to how they kissed Catra. Fiery, passionate, yet gentle when it needed to be, working up to a grand finale like all the best plays.

Adora kept in time with them, matching their ferocity and softness. When they parted, she asked, “So, what were these restaurant reservations Bow was telling me about?”

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