#choices nightbound

[ladylamrian]

Female Main Character: Alex (F!MC)

Pairing: F!MC×NikRyder

Summary: Nik prepared a surprise for Alex.

Word Count: 3.3K words

Rating: General (Fluff, Romance)

Warnings: none

Author's note: Inspired by this F!MC×Nik art commissioned by the sweet @stars-are-within-me and made by @artbyalz

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"Nik, I'm back home!!!", Alex, his girlfriend announced in the evening as she entered the apartment which she was sharing with her boyfriend, Nik Ryder. Nik was delighted to see her.

He moved closer to her and wrapped his arms around her to greet her.

"I hope you had a good day, rook. I've been thinking of you all day."

"Really? I'm just tired."

"No wonder you must be tired, you've been running through my mind all day. Do you want to lie down and relax? Or would you like me to make you some tea?", he chuckled.

"No, I'm fine.", she whispered without meeting his eyes.

"Everything all right? Did something happen?"

"No, nothing."

"Come on now, don't lie to me, rook. I know when something's not right. Tell me.", he requested while trying to make eye contact with her.

"Nik, we don't spend much time together anymore which is sad."

"I know, baby, but you've got to understand that both of us have big responsibilities at work. While I protect the city at night, you're handling Lamrian at day. But don't you worry, that's gonna change someday and we'll have all the time we want again like before.", he wasn't sure but still tried to assure his girlfriend.

"Thanks, I hope so too."

Nik kissed her again, more passionately, and caressed her cheek before answering.

"I love you, Alex.", he whispered. While holding her by the hand, he walked inside the living room with his girl, hugging her from time to time.

"Hey rook, are you hungry? I made pasta for dinner."

"Yummy, pasta!!!"

He smiled widely at her cute reaction.

"I know you love pasta. Wait here, let me go prepare everything."

After some time preparing dinner and setting the table, both were seated at the table. Nik served her some pasta, then he served himself. Both silently ate until she spoke.

"You know what day tomorrow will be?", she asked.

"Tomorrow's Friday. Why are you asking?"

"I know it's Friday, but it's a special day."

"What day are you referring to, baby?", he asked her while looking a little puzzleed.

"Think!!"

After a moment of silence, he realized what she was referring to and he smiled gently.

"Of course, tomorrow is your birthday!! You're turning 26. I can't believe it's already been one whole year, rook."

"You remembered my birthday!!"

"Of course, I remembered!! But thanks for reminding me again, I was thinking about it this morning and the past few days. Can't believe it just slipped so easily out of my mind. So yeah, I haven't forgotten your birthday, babe. I love you and it is a special day for you!! I have something prepared for tomorrow, just wait and see, Alex."

"But you still forgot something. Nik, tomorrow isn't only my birthday, but also our very first anniversary. I met you one year ago for the very first time. We may not have been dating at that time then, but don't you think we should celebrate that too?"

"Damn, I forgot about that?! Now, I feel terrible for forgetting the date of our celebration. Sorry, forgive me. I'll make it up to you, I swear. Tomorrow there will be two parties in one!!", he laughed a little, but still felt terrible about forgetting their very first and special day.

Alex was now silent and continued finishing her pasta. But there was something about her silence that bothered him. The past few days were rough for him and decided to confess something.

"Rook, I'm really happy with you and I feel really lucky. I'm not great at math, but we're a perfect match. You're my soulmate. But we haven't been spending so much time together anymore and it's starting to worry me too. I hope you didn't think that I wouldn't notice, but you always looked so busy and tired and there are times when, to be honest, it feels like... like... I'm a bother. Am I imagining this, or do you...?", Nik looked very upset while confessing.

"Oh Nik, you're never a bother. I love you. You're my heart, my soul, my everything."

"Are you serious, rook?"

"Yes, baby."

He sighed in relief before answering back.

"Damn, I was starting to overthink things. It's just that when I see you tired and overworked... I just wanted to make sure you didn't feel pressured by me. Because if that was the case, my love, it would break my heart."

"Oh, I'm so sorry you thought like this. It's not because of you. I'm soooo sorry to make you feel that way. Please forgive me."

"There's nothing to forgive, my love. You mean a lot to me and I'm sorry if I've been annoying to you. You know that you're important to me, I just wanted to clarify that with you. But now everything's fine, you don't have to worry anymore. Now let's just focus on having a great anniversary tomorrow... Okay?", he gently whispered in her ear while caressing her cheek.

"You're not annoying, Nik."

"Thank you, babe. I love you, Alex.", he confessed then planted a quick but gentle kiss on her cheek.

"So, are we good now?"

"Of course, we're good now, my love. There's nothing more in the world I want than to see you smile."

"Thanks, Nik. You're the best."

He smiled, took her hand and pulled her gently to his chest.

"No, you're the best, my dear. You're beautiful inside and out. I'm so lucky to have you in my life. I love you so much."

"Love you too!"

He pulled her even closer to his chest and kissed her hair.

"I'll make sure you have the best day tomorrow."

I feel so lucky with you, Nik.", she confessed which made him smile even more while he caressed her cheek.

"I can say the same for you, Alex, but it's not a thing of luck, it's meant to be. As I said, you are my soulmate, my dream woman, my partner and the love of my life. You're the reason why I get up every day with so much motivation to face the world. Don't ever forget how much you mean to me, okay?", he pulled her to him again and kissed the top of her head, very lovingly. Then he spoke again.

"It's getting late, tomorrow we have a big day, and we need to get some rest. What do you say?"

"I agree! I can't wait for tomorrow."

He let her go and both headed toward their bedroom to sleep. Nik was very excited, he had prepared a surprise party for her. Will he be able to sleep tonight at all with his excitement? Both were looking forward happily for the next day.

Nik just put the final touches on everything. His planned surprise for his girlfriend must go perfectly. He requested her to come earlier today from Lamrian so they could celebrate together. A knock on the door made his heart beat faster. He ran to the door and opened it, revealing the love of her life who looked more beautiful than ever. A big smile appeared on her face. He was stunned by her beauty. Speechless he couldn't take his eyes off her. Both stepped closer to each other with a tender look in their eyes. While Nik Ryder was wearing a suit, Alex wore an elegant dress with matching high heels.

"Nik...", she suddenly stumbled as she entered, but Nik quickly grabbed her to prevent her from falling.

"Are you all right, darling?", he anxiously asked.

"Yes. Hello, Nik!!", she smiled.

"You look amazing, I like that outfit on you. I can't believe you decided to wear the maroon-colored dress with the golden body chain that I once bought for you. My Maroon Majesty."

"Of course. Thanks!! Nik, you have great taste and I love this dress. By the way, you look very handsome, Nik.", she sweetly giggled.

"Ah thanks, I know I am. But I'm a bit nervous, I want to make this day perfect for you. The truth is that I was dying to see you. Hope you like what I've planned, my rook."

Then Nik leaned forward and kissed her. He caressed her cheeks and pulled her even closer to him. His eyes met hers while whispering in a low tone in the ear.

"I've been waiting all day for this moment. You must be tired because you've been running through my mind all day.", he chuckled then.

"I'm glad to hear it, that makes me happy.", she giggled then too.

Like a true gentleman, the boyfriend helped his girlfriend take off her coat and took her hand to go sit down.

"Please, come on, let's have a wonderful dinner."

Taking her hand in his, they walked to the dining table. Nik seated her by pulling her chair, then he sat down on another chair in front of her. The candles illuminated him and made him look even more handsome. There was a romantic atmosphere and as the two of them gazed at each other, he squeezed her hand tenderly.

The young man hesitated before he continued.

"I know we've been dating for a year now and we've been doing great but... I wanted to tell you something that's been in my head for quite a while and I can't keep it secret..."

"What? What it is?", she suddenly became surprised about the sudden turn. She worried, held her breath and waited for him to continue. He looked very serious at her.

"The truth is that I can't wait to spend the rest of my life with you, and I want to know what you think about the idea... I want to know what you think, do you think you'd ever want to marry me?"

"What??!!! But you never wanted to marry, Nik."

"Look dear, I know I told you from the beginning that I wasn't interested in marriage. It's true, but with time some things have changed. I'm surprised by myself too, but... When you find the right person, you change, and in my case... I've found you.", he confessed, gently took her hand and kissed it sweetly which made Alex's heart almost melt.

"Oh, Nik... Am I dreaming or are you saying this?"

"Well, you pushed the wall with the bricks I've built. You just couldn't stay on your goddamn side cuz you're are too stubborn, dear. So I want to marry you someday. Not now, but someday. I want you to be mine and only mine. I get jealous when other people try to flirt or even try to impress you. I want you to be mine only and I only your's. I want you to be my wife one day. But... Not now."

"And what about children?", she teased.

"Uhhh, well. I... Alex, I... I thought..."

"Nik, don't worry. I was just teasing. You've made me already so happy with the marriage confession, dear. Thanks for making this day even more special than before. That's great news and I will patiently wait for the day or night when you will finally propose to me because now I have hope."

"Unless I change my mind."

"No!!! Don't you dare, future husband!!", she warned him which made him laugh.

But let's go ahead and eat.", he suggested, serving her meal first, then himself. Both started eating, looking at you with a satisfied smile and with eyes full of love.

After dinner, it was time for a sweet dessert.

Nik took her hand and led her to a big table decorated with a romantic cake, candles and flowers surrounding it. He gently cut a piece and fed her.

"Mmmhhh, yummy. I feel like I'm in heaven. So creamy.

"Glad you like it."

"Nik, sid Cal help you with the cake?", she raised her eyebrow while staring at him.

"How... How did you know? I mean, I... Yes... Yes, you caught me, rook. Wolf guy helped me with the cake, but I swear I did the rest all by myself.", he panicked which made her just giggle.

"Well, Cal gave a lot of treats so my pretty brain immediately sensed that it was one of his excellent creations. Mmmmh, the buttercream.", she swooned a little.

"Yeah, Cal is great at baking and all. I get it, I get it. Now let's just focus on both of us, okay.", he rolled his eyes. He just wanted to turn their day into something special and only about them.  But Nik was still thankful for Cal's help. He definitely wouldn't have arranged a cake on such short notice since he was already busy with other preparations. Maybe next time he'll order earlier, directly from a cake shop.

After each ate a piece of cake, it was time for the next surprise.

Nik led Alex into their bedroom which was beautifully decorated. She was stunned by the view. It's a room with their bed covered by a romantic canopy and many candles around it. The ceiling had red heart-shaped balloons attached to it and there were red roses spread everywhere. He pulled her into his arms and watched her with tenderness.

"Just for you dear, I have prepared everything.", he whispered and planted a quick kiss on her cheek.

"Nik, this is so romantic. Roses are my favorite flowers. And rose petals on the bed? Wow, so gorgeous!!! Thank you, my sweetheart!!!!"

"Now, shall we spend a little time here alone, my love? After dessert, we could burn some calories together on bed.", he winked.

"I love your playful side, my love."

He took her by the hand and led her towards their double bed. Gently pushing her playfully back, he let her sit on the bed.

"Oh, before I forget... I bought a gift for you."

He opened a gift box for her, revealing a beautifully, bejeweled necklace.

"This is for you, honey. I hope you like it."

"Eeeek, this is so pretty!!! So sparkly!! Thanks, but it looks too expensive."

"Expensive? For the future Duchess of Lamrian?? Hey, you have to accept. I bought it for you only. Don't look at the price but at my love."

"But Nik, I..."

"Rook, please."

"Nik..."

"Look, the price was nothing for me. Remember the six figures I got from protecting you? The million dollars? It was only because of you, that's why I decided to spend them all on you and your happiness. They're yours. It's our money, baby. You're worth it."

"I see, but still."

"Seriously? You know, you're the most stubborn person I have ever met.", he was about to lose his patience.

"Okay, okay, I accept. Sorry, I was just... It's so pretty. So sweet of you, Nik. I suggest that we should invest or save the money for our future. But for now, I thank you from the bottom of my heart, Nik. Thanks, but I sadly have no gift for you right now."

Nik shook his head as he caressed her neck and pulled her close.

"You don't need to give me a gift, because seeing you happy and beeimg with me is my best gift. But just so you know, I'm not done yet with the surprises. You know, I may be a terrible dancer, but I've got great moves in bed.", he winked.

"Oh..."

Later, after a passionate moment in their bedroom, it was time for the last surprise. He lead her outside. Tonight was a beautiful night, the moonlight created the perfect atmosphere for some romance.

He looked her straight in the eyes, holding her hand.

"We're going to a special place, so you gotta close your eyes for a sec?"

Nik waited for her reaction with anticipation, hoping she would trust him and agree to close her eyes. He couldn't contain his happiness and satisfaction by getting her to agree to close the eyes. With closed eyes, she waited for the next step.

"Okay, great! Now hold my hand and just keep walking, keep your eyes closed but don't open them at all until I tell you okay? And most importantly since I know you very well... Don't even peak!!"

"Okay, fine. I won't open my eyes till you allow me, I promise."

He led her a little further and she could feel a gentle breeze on her face. After a few minutes, he suddenly stopped. The sound of birds and a stream of water running were to hear. Alex waited a few seconds, Nik caressed her cheek a little and after a while, he finally told her to open her eyes. A romantic and very beautiful spot in the middle of the forest. A quiet place, with a waterfall running over the stones and making a sound that gave an atmosphere of peace and tranquillity. The moonlight illuminated the water and reflected its light. Colorful wildflowers everywhere. The entire place was filled with flowers. The aroma in the air was divine. A very romantic atmosphere perfect for two loving people. On the fresh grass, Alex discovered a blanket.

"We're in the bayou, Nik. Your favorite place on this planet and where we shared our first kiss.", she recognized.

He leaned forward, kissed her softly on the lips, and then whispered.

"That's right, rook. Where we both kissed for the first time. Happy Birthday to you and a very Happy Anniversary to us."

Later, Alex decided to give her boyfriend a gift too since he worked so hard to make her happy and their day memorable. A little gift for her beloved Nik. Sadly she hadn't bought anything for him and shops were already closed, so she decided to quickly slip into their bedroom and then return to him. Nik was patiently waiting for her in the bayou, not aware of her plan. She finally returned to him with her loyal violin in her hand.

"Should I play for you?"

It caught him by surprise at how unexpected it was. Then he glanced at her face, a look that let her understand how much he liked the idea.

"Yeah, I would love to hear you play."

Nik sat Alex on a large rock near the small river and leaned on the rock himself next to her, with curiosity and expectation in his eyes. He watched her with tender affection, waiting.

The way Alex played her instrument touched a deep cord in him as if he seemed to be transported in his world by the melody. Even though she played a romantic song, she noticed that the rhythm was more slow and melancholy now. He looked at her with adoration and admiration, enjoying her music fully. Until finally, he whispered.

"You're the most beautiful woman on earth and I love you."

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[playchoicesconfessions]

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[abelflints]

Nik Ryder in a futuristic or Across the Void AU

I don't think he'd actually wear this, I just wanted to play around with funky concepts 😁

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[nukritus]

As @ladylamrian requested, here is a portrait of Nik Ryder. :)

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[mynotsohealthyobsession]

Disembodied 7/8

Warning: Mention of death // Angst // Fluff

Pairings: Adrian Raines X MC // Nik Ryder X MC

Words: 1.300

Part 1 // Part 2 // Part 3 // Part 4 // Part 5 // Part 6

As always, tags in the reblog!

"Are you nervous?" Adrian asked, attentively looking at Amy. They were in a private room of his lab, where two beds had been set up for her and Alex. It was a small space but it had everything they could possibly need to assist them if there was a problem. 

"A little." He smiled at her, compassionate and supportive. 

"Everything will be fine. I promise." He tried to reassure her… And himself. "Even Ryder gave his approval." He added, with a slightly sarcastic tone.

"Because Nik is such an expert in the potion terrain,” Alex commented as Nik rolled his eyes while Amy let out a small chuckle.

“There are many things you still don’t know about me, rook.”

“If you say so.” Both women walked to the beds, looking at each other for a moment, before sitting on the mattresses. Amy took Alex’s hand, squeezing it. “I hope this works,” Alex said, her eyes fixed on the woman in front of her. Fixed on her own face. Alex returned the gesture.

“Me too.” Amy sighed. “Drinks on me if it does.” Alex giggled and Amy let a little smile out.

“You got yourself a deal.” They stood in silence until Adrian, gently clearing his throat, called their attention. 

“If you are both ready, we may start.” He pointed to the scientists in the door who were carrying two identical glasses with the potion. Amy looked at Alex again and she nodded.

“We are.” As the liquid ran down Amy's throat, Adrian closely observed her. Amy, from Alex's body, looked at him as she was lying down. She winked at him although her smile was small and nervous. He walked over to her. 

"I'll be right here." He knelt beside her and gently kissed her forehead. "Waiting for you."

"You've been doing that a lot lately." Adrian chuckled, holding her hand. 

"I don’t mind." His fingers softly caress her hair.

“A man who doesn't mind waiting?” She leaned on his touch. “How did I get so lucky?” He softly chuckled again and sweetly smiled at her.

“You are worth any wait, Amy.” She blinked slowly and heavily. “And, believe me, I’m the lucky one.”

"Debatable." His hand cupped her right cheek, softly brushing with his thumb the soft skin under it. “Adrian… If this doesn't work, if anything happens…”

“I won't let anything bad happen to you, Amy. Not ever again.” Her eyes slowly drifted close as the potion quickly kicked on. 

“I just don't want you to feel guilty.” She whispered as her breathing became shallow and her heartbeat slowed down drastically, her skin pale and a bit cooler as he tried to ignore the similarities with the night in the Met, ignoring his fear of losing her again. 

“I won't be feeling anything more than happiness when you wake up.” With a small move of her head, she nodded. “And you will wake up sound and safe, Amy.” He said, desperately trying to believe his own words. “I promise.”

"See you soon." She said in a barely audible murmur.

"See you soon." He repeated as her hand went limp in his hold. He kissed her knuckles and reluctantly freed her hand, standing up. 

***

Nik watched warily while Alex took the potion. He knew it was the right decision, and so far the only possible solution they had found, but, at the end of the day, he wasn’t ecstatic about it. He watched how her lips touched the glass and how in one fast motion, the liquid had disappeared. She lay on the mattress, and after one second of hesitation, he sat beside her. Amy and Adrian were softly speaking beside them so he just focused on her. “Alex…” With a little hesitation, he guided his hand towards hers, taking it as gently as possible. “I will be watching over you, rook.”

“Because you have to?” 

“‘Cause… You are important to me.” He noticed the tiny smile that lifted the corners of her lips and the light squeeze of her fingers around his. 

“Glad to hear it.” She sighed deeply, her head falling to the side as her eyelids felt heavy like she hadn't slept in days. “I know there's a lot we need to talk about… And that a lot has happened lately but… I’m glad you are here, Nik.”

“There’s no other place in the world I would prefer to be, Alex.” Her eyes were finally closed and her whole body seemed drained, looking vulnerable as the day that Thomas attacked her. He stood, almost at the same time as Raines, and walked beside him to the chairs in front of the beds.

A few minutes later, Nik cut the silence. "You know, I didn't know vampires could be so... sappy," Adrian smirked at Nik's words.

"Of course we can. We are not nighthunters after all." He crossed his arms over his chest, never looking away from the two women.

"C'mon Raines, I did my homework." Adrian turned his focus to him and lifted his brow. "Your past precedes you, pal." 

"It might. I won't deny that I have done … dreadful things in my past. Things I'm not proud of, but I deeply regret them." For a moment, Nik saw pain and regret in his face. He wondered if he had the same expression when he talked about his own past. “But I changed. I left all that behind me.”

"Does she know?" Nik asked with a head gesture referring to Amy.

"Most of it." Nik nodded, pensive. “She’s a Bloodkeeper. I wouldn’t be able to hide my past from her even if I wanted to.” He smiled, looking proud of Amy. "And I don’t want to. She deserves honesty." For a moment the only sound in the lab room was the distant noise of the machines from the other part of the lab. Both Amy's and Alex's heartbeats had slowed to a near stop. “Does Alex know about your private conversation with the Fate?” Nik narrowed his eyes with suspicion and Adrian smirked. “I did my homework as well.” He considered Raines' words, assessing his answer. 

“No. She didn’t say much.”

“I see.” Adrian looked at the timer that had been set up above the beds. Only forty minutes had passed and the nerves were settling in by the second. 

Nik stood, taking a few steps around. “Goddammit.” He said, frustrated, stopping in front of Alex's body. “This is torture.”

“I agree.” Adrian put his hands together, tightly, until he sighed and relaxed again. “But unfortunately, there's nothing we can do right now. Just wait.”

“I know that,” Nik said with clear irritation in his voice. “You seem calm, tho.”

“I'm terrified,” Adrian responded with such sincerity that Nik turned to watch him, surprised, as the vampire walked to the side of Amy's bed with a complex look in his eyes. “It's the second time that I have to watch Amy unconscious for hours desperately wanting that she will be okay. The second time I'm scared to lose her.” A deep sigh escaped him. “Feeling powerless to help her.”

“...I understand the sentiment.” Nik put his bow against the wall, near to him but lowering his ward for the first time. “If Alex doesn't wake up…” He ran his fingers through his hair. “I really hurt her, you know? I need to fix it.” He trailed off, with regret. “I can't lose her. Not again.”

“It seems our concerns are similar.” Adrian took off his blazer and loosened the tie around his neck.

“Looks like it.” Seconds turned to minutes and minutes to hours as time slowly passed. According to Ivy, the minimum waiting time was five hours, and the maximum time was eight hours. If the clock marked more, the results could be catastrophic.

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[baldwinboy5ive]

Hmmm something something Baldur Valleros something

something about how he sealed his own damn fate

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[lilyoffandoms]

Crimes & Nightbound Crossover Drabble (Nik x Alex & Trystan x Gabriel)

Thank you @ladylamrian for the brilliant of idea of this writer event! I find it so fortuitous that twice now I have hosted events based on your wonderful idea! Thank you for writing for our little fandom! I am lucky to know you and even luckier to call you a friend. I can’t wait to see what you come up with next 😘

Warnings & A/N: I’ll give this crossover a go just for you 😘 Since you don’t have a finalized CoP MC or Trystan I’ll use my Gabriel and their Trystan.

“Excuse me?” Trystan laughed. “Did you just say you know a guy?” He paused and looked at the detective in surprise, a pleased grin growing on his face with each passing moment. “You? Know a guy? A guy that deals in the supernatural?”

“Yes.” Gabriel frowned. “What’s so funny?”

“Nothing,” Trystan chuckled. “I just never thought you’d believe in that sort of thing much less know a guy.”

“I never said I believed in that nonsense. But I know someone that does and he can help us with a new lead on this case.”

“Okay but how do you know someone like that?”

“I got to know him on a case he was called in to consult on when I was still on the force.”

“What case?” Trystan asked with way too much interest. “Was it loose werewolves, rogue vampires, fae messing with the mayor’s son?”

“Vampires.”

“Ha! No way! For real?”

“No, not for real? You know vampires don’t exist, right?”

“Bet your consultant thinks they do,” Trystan smirked.

“That’s his job. Of course he does. But regardless, he’s in New York this week on business. I’ll call him.”

“I can’t wait to meet him. He sounds fascinating,” Trystan leaned across the table as Gabriel made the call.

“I would temper my expectations if I were you. He’s not,” Gabriel paused and looked at Trystan before deciding to say, “he’s not whatever you’re picturing him to be,” they chuckled at Trystan’s disappointment before cutting off when the call obviously connected.

An hour later a leather clad man walked through the agency doors followed by a woman in similar clothing.

“Nik,” Gabriel said as they stood and shook hands with the man. “It’s good to see you again.”

“You too. It’s been awhile.”

“Heard about your escapades down in New Orleans. Glad to see you made it out in one piece.”

“You and me both,” Nik smiled.

“Nik Ryder, this is my partner Trystan Thorne. Thorne, this is Nik, the guy I know,” Gabriel teased the last.

“Pleasure to meet you, Nik,” Trystan said as he shook the offered hand.

“Likewise. This is Alex. My partner. Alex, this is Gabriel. We worked that coven war here together.”

“It’s nice to meet you, Alex,” Gabriel smiled knowingly at Nik. “Can’t believe you agreed to partner with this one.”

“He’s prickly but can’t say I mind. I like a good challenge,” Alex shook Gabriel’s hand enthusiastically. “It’s nice to finally meet you. He’s always spoken highly of you,” she said to Gabriel before turning to Trystan.

“I heard you were in New York playing detective,” she smiled as she offered her hand to Trystan who took it and placed a kiss atop it.

“And I heard you were playing ghost hunter down in New Orleans,” Trystan teased.

“Wait? Do you two know each other?” Nik asked.

“How do you know her?” Gabriel asked at the same time as Nik.

Alex and Trystan turned to face both of them, the same mischievous smile on their faces.

“Alex and I have attended many a boring royal function together,” Trystan shrugged with a smirk.

“You’re royalty?” Gabriel asked.

“She is of a sort,” Nik said beside him. “But I hadn’t realized that involved meeting with kingdoms on this side of the veil.”

“Of course it does,” Alex grinned at Nik.

“Veil?” Gabriel asked.

“Alex is half fae,” Trystan explained.

Gabriel sighed and pinched the bridge of their nose. It was too early in the morning to deal with three believers in the supernatural.

“Let’s just get started,” they groaned.

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Nik finds out about the truth 😮😱

This scene at the end brought up more questions than before. Like there was more planned in the beginning for a future sequel. Why did the Fate payed so much for Alex her protection? And how are the Fate, Alex and Nik bounded together? Why is Fate so mean to Nik? Also, Nik must be pretty clever... I mean, I just wonder how he just found out about this 😮

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Alex Clarissa Fontaine (F!MC) × Nik Ryder ❤️✨️

Also thanking @lilyoffandoms for hosting the choices appreciation month in August which was a wonderful event. Hopefully you will host it again soon. You're the best host. And thanks @jerzwriter for supporting me too.

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‘Nik Ryder looked soo adorable as when he was a child. Cute little baby boy 😍😍’

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What Comes After 🌕

Part: PROLOGUE

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Book: Nightbound

Pairing for series: Nik Ryder x Alexandra (Alex)(f!mc), ?

~(None in this chapter)

Rating: Teen

Warnings: Mention of revenge?

Word count: ~800

Summary: Tialo wanders through the swamp and encounters someone.

A/N: The events of this story takes place two years after the events of Nightbound. But the prologue is based on the extra scene in the last chapter, which many may not have seen.  But there is no alligator (iykyk)

The prologue takes place two years before the actual story. So yeah..

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The swamps are almost never visible at night. The fog and the grey clouds over them never fail to hide the moonlight from reaching it, making it pitch black. But sometimes, though rarely, the moon wins. Sometimes, some things have a will of their own to make things happen. 

The only sound in the area tonight is that of the footsteps of a young fae. He has been lucky to be guided by the moonlight, though he is unsure as to where he has to go. He stomps his way through the woods, cursing under his breath. His mind is clouded by thoughts about his home, his mother and his dead father, and of the fact that they have all been stolen from him. His sorrowful face soon turns into a frown as his thoughts focus on the person who took it all away from him.

"If what I deserve is this for thinking for the wellbeing of my parents, then she deserves worse for what she did to me." His words sound threatening to his own ears. But there was no backing away from his decision. "I will make her suffer for everything I went through," he says through gritted teeth. "Until she winds up alone and lonely like me. Then," –he smirks like a madman– "then I will kill her."

There is a soft rustle of the bushes, and he panics. His eyes scan his surroundings for any presence other than himself. With another sound, he prepares for whatever is going to thrown itself at him. 

"I am Tialo, son of Lord Elric and the Lady Thalissa, rightful heir to the throne of Lamrian. I demand that you show yourself." His fright is apparent even through his  confident words. Peering through the bushes, he finally sees two yellow eyes glowing at him- a panther.  He takes a cautious step back and prepares to attack the thing, though he knows it's useless as he is unable to do magic at this time. 

The 'thing' slowly steps towards him. Tialo has never seen anything like it. He has seen many creatures in his life, but nothing so pitch black, darker than the sky tonight. It's eyes seem to be glaring into his soul. Tialo twists his hands and blurts out words, hoping to see anything coming out of his palms. Frightened to his core, he accepts his defeat and slowly backs away from it. His shaking hands reach for his knife. 

"Do not come any close, it is an order!" He points the knife at it. 

The panther take a few lazy steps, until it is a human walking towards the fae. 

"Put that knife away, kid." The human form says. 

"You..." Tialo straightens himself and look up at the figure in front of him. He only stays still as the human snatches the knife from him and puts it in his pocket. "Who are you?!"

"A shapeshifter, clearly," the human says indifferently. 

"I can see that! Give me the knife back, or else." His face grimaces.

"Or else what? You're gonna use your non-existent spells on me?"

"What do you want from me?" Tialo's face is now red with fury. No one has ever had the guts to speak to him like that, much less open their mouths around him. The servants or court members always stayed away from his path whenever they could, and he enjoyed it. This person is not even a servant, he is a complete stranger who he has no reason to talk to. 

"I saw you walking around here alone. Thought I could help." 

"How could a nobody like you even think of helping me?" His smirk is apparent.

"Keep your superiority complex to yourself. I could leave you here and you would be dead by morning. The creatures here aren't choosy when it comes to food, you know. They would eat whatever they can, heir to Lamrian or not. I can show you a place to stay. Mine isn't far from here."

"You live here, inside this swamp? Why would you stay somewhere you could get eaten easily?"

"Only fools would live here. Don't be stupid." He rolls his eyes. "Listen, if you want to come, then come with me. I can help you."

"You don't know me."

"Oh I do, though. You're the late Elric's son who was banished. Now you want your revenge on your sister- what's her name? Yeah, Alexandra. I get it, I know that. I know everything."

Tialo stares dumbfounded at the shapeshifter's words. "She is not my sister," he snaps, "mind your words. How do you know all this? Why do you care?"

The shapeshifter sighed. "Because you want her gone, kid. I do too."

Tialo stares in disbelief. His heart does a small flip to the new found information. The stranger is now more like a kin to him, someone who shares his motives. His mind goes over the thought of why the shapeshifter wants to kill his enemy, or how he acquired the information in the first place. But it does not matter to him. 

"So are you coming or not?" The shapeshifter asked.

"Why should I trust you?" 

He grins. "You shouldn't."

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