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razbunz · 3 months

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Aquarium

CW: None just fluff really, Established Relationship, Intended for Fem reader ,Not proofread 💞

“Toji did you see that one!” You exclaim pointing at the jellyfish flowing freely in the tank,Swaying and swishing with each false tide the aquarium replicates.

“I saw it Angel-” he looks down at you,your gaze already fixated on the raven haired man

All of the jellyfishes were moving and bobbing behind the glass,The lights hitting the jellyfish to reveal all their secrets. Tiny swirls and dots of pattern engraved in their heads To the way their legs shift in and out of auburn to gold with ten light.

There’s so many of them-The little sea nettles.

Not a care in the world,Truth be honest you can’t even remember the last time you’ve gone to an aquarium. The time seems too long to even remember.

Something squeezes your hand,Dragging you out of your rambling.

“You alright kid?” He offers you his other hand like an anchor for stability.You nod and control search the deep cerulean tank walls.

What is it like for them?

You wonder…Is it thoughtless? Do they feel if we touch them? Are they all friends?

Staring up at the plaque just next to all of the jelly’s.And with each word you settle on one thought.

Being a Jelly would be sooo amazing.

“I’m okay Toji.” Your smile assured him,full of childish curiosity and he gave one back-Rougher but enough to move you to the next exhibit.

All sorts of sea creatures catch your eyes; wether it’s bright tropical fish or little guys with oddly placed eyes, even the coral is amazing to look at with its intricate structure and beautiful colors.

Most you could even say are adorable.

Even the basking tank for the sharks.

Staring into the water you point one out-

“That one looks like you!” You jest lightly elbowing him in the abdomen, He scoffs

“Absolutely not kid” and he looks through the tank “why not that one?” He points at a horned shark-It swims away almost knowing his acknowledgment.

“Cause.” Your antics make him roll his eyes, his jaw slightly clenching

“Cause???” He urges you on.

“The one I chose is a cute shark” You laugh and look back and forth between the shark and your agitated boyfriend

“And mine isn’t?” He argues studying the shark that runs away from his gaze.

“I’m just saying mine is better.” You shrug and smile at your accomplishment.

“What type of shark is it?” His question is

uncharacteristically curious. And a whole bunch of things click; All of the time you two have spent watching documentaries on the ocean and Watching the fish move with the tides while the two of you don’t.

He’s never been to an aquarium before.

“I think it’s a bamboo shark.” You try to rack back memories of your childhood, moving past all or miniature phases that once grasped your entire mind.

You look up just in time to see his lips move around the words.He notices it flushes in embarrassment but doesn’t comment on it.

“I guess it’s kinda cute.” A light blush covers his cheeks and he squints his eyes at you.

“Cheeky thing you are,huh?” He pinches your left cheek in slight retaliation- giggling as he grips your waist dragging you close to him. Planting one kiss onto your forehead.

And you both continue to meander throughout the aquarium making fun of the little sea snakes in the sand and admiring the seals flipping around on the ice.The keepers joyously feeding and playing with the seals.

It’s different to see him so involved and engaged in something so simple like an aquarium.

It’s oddly adorable.

A screech tears you away from your thoughts,Toji’s too as he whips around to where the sound comes from.

It’s from a lady,looking around frantically as I overhear her ask “where’s my kid!?”

You walk towards her asking for details of the kid eagerly trying to help her.

“He’s short,black hair and eyes and is about 7” she calms herself to speak to you her hands shaking while she calls for him “that kids name”

And when you turn around,Toji is gone.

You grumble a few choice words of anger before going off to search for the kid.

You search the open ocean areas for them shouting their name every once in awhile.He might be in the tide pool area! kids like that right? with your new idea in mind you turn back.

Only to see Toji with the little boy handing him off to his mom.

The sight stops your heart. He's beaming and crouched down to the kid giving him a high five saying something you can just barely hear “Your mom loves you, don’t scare her kiddo.”

Giving parting words to the mom while she thanks him repeatedly.

Your heart can’t help but ache at the man approaching you looking relieved as he runs a hand through his hair mindlessly.

He shakes his head letting out a deep breath

“Your good with kids.” you smile dotingly at him

“Really?” Toji isn’t a man of many words,but the way he smiles cheekily only makes you fall harder.

“I’d say you are” and you watch the mom and son walk away,The boy giggling and holding his mothers hand. His hands wrap around your waist- squeezing it with possessiveness that makes you squeeze your thighs together.

It doesn’t go unnoticed by him.

He kisses the back of your hand and walks away with a small wink.

You go up to a touching tank, lightly skimming the backs of stingrays and starfishes.

A tap on your shoulder leads you back to Tojis watchful gaze.

“Hey baby” he smiles and offers his arm up to you offering to lead you out of the closing aquarium. The two of you being some of the final guests to leave,The sun's last rays already dipping into the horizon.

By the time you sit in the car you're fighting to stay awake,Your eyes are fighting to stay awake as the car starts up- so by the time he’s on the road back home your eyes flutter close.

Unknown to your sleeping figure he rummages through a bag in the passenger seat,Placing a soft fuzzy bamboo shark plushie into your limo arms.

And you unconsciously squeeze your little gift,He can swear his heart jumps out of his chest at the sight.

“Dumb shark-“ he scoffs looking at you sleep.

Offering you a light head pat.

“A cute one though.”

And you can’t see him smile.

AN: I had lots of fun writing this one,It’s fun to dip into his character and take him in a much different direction. Hope you enjoyed this! ✨

#toji fushiguro #toji x reader #jjk fluff #jjk x reader #jjk writing #toji zenin #jujitsu kaisen #divider by cafekitsune

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valorascult · 7 months

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𝐃𝐚𝐲𝐬 𝐨𝐟 𝐭𝐡𝐞 𝐖𝐞𝐞𝐤 𝐟𝐨𝐫 𝐑𝐢𝐭𝐮𝐚𝐥𝐬 (𝘢𝘥𝘥𝘦𝘥 𝘤𝘰𝘭𝘰𝘳 𝘤𝘰𝘳𝘳𝘦𝘴𝘱𝘰𝘯𝘥𝘦𝘯𝘤𝘦𝘴)

𝗠𝗼𝗻𝗱𝗮𝘆 🌙 [Moon’s Day]

- Planet (Moon = Selene = Mother)

- Colors (Gold, Orange)

- Crystals / Stones (Moonstone, Pearl, Silver, Selenite)

- Practice (Sleep, Healing, Companion, Nurturing, Purification, Friendship, Medicine, Cooking, Psychic work, Emotions, Personality, Family, Comfort)

𝗧𝘂𝗲𝘀𝗱𝗮𝘆 [Tiu’s Day]

- Planet (Mars = God of War) 🔥

- Colors (Red, Autumn shades)

- Crystals / Stones (Ruby, Garnet, Iron, Steel, Bloodstone)

- Practice (Sex, Passion, Self Control, Protection, War, Physical strength, Victory, Athletics, Agriculture, Courage, Hunting, Contests, Negative spells, Hex’s)

𝗪𝗲𝗱𝗻𝗲𝘀𝗱𝗮𝘆 [Woden’s Day]

- Planet (Mercury = Hermes) 🧠

- Colors (Yellow, Grey, Mixed Hues, Orange)

- Crystals / Stones (Agate, Citrine, Zinc, Quicksilver, Mica)

- Practice (The Conscious Mind, Travel, Study, Communication, Mental Combat, Debates, Bad Habits, Fear, Luck, Enlightenment)

𝗧𝗵𝘂𝗿𝘀𝗱𝗮𝘆 [Thor’s Day]

- Planet (Jupiter = Thor / Zeus / Jove) ⚡️

- Colors (Purple, Deep Blue)

- Crystals / Stones (Tin, Amethyst, Lepidolite)

- Practice (Teaching, Reason, Success, Expansion, Flexibility, Marriage, Self Improvement, Skills, Prosperity, Honor, Acknowledge Faults, Harvest)

𝗙𝗿𝗶𝗱𝗮𝘆 [Freya’s Day]

- Planet (Venus = Aphrodite) 💞

- Colors (Red, Pink, Light Blue, Copper)

- Crystals / Stones (Jade, Rose Quarts, Coral, Emerald, Malachite, Emerald, Lapis Lazuli)

- Practice (Nature, Arts, Pleasure, Music, Perfumes, Fertility, Growth, Love, Friendships, Romance, Social Activities, Physical Beauty)

𝗦𝗮𝘁𝘂𝗿𝗱𝗮𝘆 [Saturn’s Day] 🪐

- Planet (Saturn)

- Colors (Dark Shades, Black, Maroon)

- Crystals / Stones (Jet, Hematite, Salt, Lead, Serpentine)

- Practice (Endings, Logic, Style, Habit Breaking, Experiment, Manipulation, Longevity, Caution, Apprehension, Slyness, Limitations)

𝗦𝘂𝗻𝗱𝗮𝘆 (Sun’s Day) 🌞

- Star (Sun = Father)

- Colors (Gold, Orange, Yellow)

- Crystals / Stones (Gold, Topaz, Diamond, Tiger’s eye, Carnelian, Amber)

- Practice (Work Power, Fortune, Prosperity, Self Expression, Victory, Beauty, Money, Healing, Individuality, Quick Change, Creativity, Power, Strength)

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dirtyvirgotarot · 9 months

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WEEK AHEAD READING PICK-A-CARD! - 8/8/23

Sorry for the delay in getting this week's reading up, but here we are! Shimmering gems called my name this week, as well as my color deck! Color me curious as to what this week has in store for all of you! Pick a pile, grab a snack and enjoy! ~~~~~~~~ Pile 1 (The Rainbow Orb): Your Lucky Color: RAINBOW Your Tarot: 7 of Wands RX, The Wheel, 4 of Swords, 3 of Swords

This week is a time of healing for you, Pile 1. You may have just gotten out of an argument, a fight, or some sort of conflict in general. Lower the defenses, as there is nothing you can do about the situation anymore. Something may need to be left to time to figure out it's resolution. Don't be afraid to relax this week, you definitely need it. I can tell that this conflict has brought you down. It may have been a betrayal, a break up, or an otherwise upsetting or saddening event. Spirit is telling you to connect to them this week. There may be some messages and guidance that only your connection with them can reveal. You are also being told to include nature in your connection. Step outside this week, enjoy what nature has to offer you, and feel connected to your guides just by letting your feet touch the soil, and letting your eyes gaze towards the trees. Meditation outdoors is a great suggestion for you this week, but it's entirely up to you on how you prefer to connect to your guides! Try and use this week to relax, rejuvenate, and recharge. Things are out of your hands, now. Let go of guilt. 💢‼️😔😴🌳🌻😇 ~~~~~~~~ Pile 2 (The Coral Crystal): Your Lucky Color: CORAL Your Tarot: 4 of Pentacles RX, Strength, King of Swords RX, 7 of Pentacles Financial situations may be improving for you, Pile 2! That isn't to say you still need to be frugal, but I see abundance coming your way this week! Synchronicity may be apparent this week. Let it come to you. Do not be overly vigilant for signs and omens. Flow is a keyword for you this week. Let go of the tight grip you have had on things, especially finances. Let yourself get things you need, even if they're more trivial. Allow yourself to get that coffee that you haven't allowed in the past. Allow yourself to buy that lipstick you really want. Small rewards for a job well done is more than acceptable, and deeply encouraged! Let go this week, allow yourself to relax. Good things are coming, and a period of tight finances will be relieved very soon. You have the seeds planted, you are simply waiting to see the fruits of your labor. Spirit is praising you for your strength and handling of the situations around you! They want you to reward yourself. There's simply no need to hold on so tightly. They are sending you gifts of abundance! :D Woohoo! 🤜💢🫰❌🍭🥰💸 ~~~~~~ Pile 3 (The Peach Cluster): Your Lucky Color: PEACH Your Tarot: 6 of Pentacles RX, Queen of Swords RX, The Devil RX, Queen of Pentacles RX

Spirit is asking you to show kindness this week. You have been stuck in a habit or stuck in ways that have made you not necessarily mean, but distant and distracted. Share the wealth, and you will attract prosperity this week. See and/or talk to those you haven't touched base with in a while. Bring over a tray of cookies or treat them to coffee if you can, but your presence will be more than enough. Be wary of further distractions, desires or obsessions sucking you in this week. There is a time and place to allow yourself to indulge, but this week is not the week. Family or friends may need some support this week, in the form of just having someone around to listen, to hug and to talk to. Sometimes, the reminder must be given that generosity feels good! Seeing someone take a breath and smile at you.. Smiles are a highlight of your week. You will be seeing lots of them, Pile 3! 😢👐💝😯😊🫂💞 ~~~~~~~~ Pile 4 (The Bronze Stones): Your Lucky Color: BRONZE Your Tarot: Queen of Pentacles RX, The Empress, 2 of Pentacles RX, 6 of Pentacles Stabilize yourself this week, physically and mentally. I sense that things might be hectic and you may need some assistance this week with something, perhaps financially, but you are being called to not allow yourself to get into bad mindsets. You are going to get things done this week, and with grace, despite the feeling of chaos in your head! You may feel anxious or emotional, but that's all alright and normal. As long as you manage your anxiety and keep yourself fed and hydrated this week, all will be well. You may receive the help you need as well this week. Even if it's as simple as someone making you dinner, or hearing you out. You are supported this week in all your endeavors. For some, things may not be as bad as they seem on the surface. Keep that in mind this week! Anxiety can easily make things seem like so much bigger of a deal than they actually are. I recommend exercising lightly, and keeping on top of your self-care, keeping yourself in check this week. Be kind to yourself, Pile 4! You're doing just fine, you're handling things so well, and you're going to get through this week with flying colors! 😰😩🛑🌬️💗💪🫂 ~~~~~~~~ General Notes and Thoughts For All Piles: LOTS about calming down this week, breathing, taking a moment to pause and get yourself together for ALL piles. Keyword for all piles is FLOW. Financial situations are also somewhat hectic it seems, whether it's for the reader or someone close TO the reader. Lots about giving and receiving help as needed. Pay attention this week to those around you, folks, and pay attention to yourselves! Keep your mind open and calm. This week is perfect for outdoor activities, and meditation is also a big suggestion I have for all of you, so why not combine the two! Disconnect from stressors and from daily life, and focus on an individual that needs you, or focus on nature and connecting with guides. You got this, guys! -DV 💜💚

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fo-enjoyer · 4 months

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HELLO peasan- I mean self shippers!

Welcome to hell!

💖 -------○ 💞♡♡💖♡♡💞 ○------- 💖

🚫DNI🚫: Pro/com shipper, supporters/defenders, racist, ableist, transphobic, homophobic, non-binaryphobic, acephobic, just being a bigot in general

♡-----♡--💟---- promo ----💟--♡-----♡

Hello people that decide to look at this! I am a pan self shipper. Very neurodivergent adhd, and autism specifically. I mostly just do romantic f/o imagines, and sometimes ramble about fictional characters openly. That for some reason is like 10 of the same guy, and 2 women /hj. Also I have a "gush box" which means in ask you can talk about your beloved (platonic included) as much as you want! Besides that tho warning if you're uncomfortable by cursing or me insulting my f/os. It's ok if you want to block me I take no offense.

Online name: Coral

Pronouns: She/he

♡------✧------༺ 💞 ༻------✧------♡

F/o list [comfortable sharing]

Shrike Sanchez (Monkey Wrench)

Integra Hellsing (Hellsing)

Matthew Patel (Scott Pilgrim)

O'saa (Fear and Hunger)

(I'm probably going to forget/refuse to update it most of the times so don't rely on it most of the time)

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juliedrawz · 8 months

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Just a quick info for those who'd been asking me when my book will be finished.

Even though I can't give you an exact date, I really strive to finish it by the end of next year [ 2024] That's because I'm not giving myself a timelimit. Also because I travel a lot ✈️ and do some other creative projects.

How will you be able to get the book once it's done?

I will make a post and everyone who will want a copy just needs to write me and then decide if they want the physical hardcover one or the E-book.

What exactly is the book about again?

Well, Coco. Generally speaking. Or better said, it's a veeeerrryyyy very detailed mix of a prequel and a sequel 😂 The very main characters are Héctor and Ernesto, then Imelda and Ceci. Second comes Miguel and a few of my Oc's.

The book beginns where the movie stopped. In the middle you'll get to read a lot about the past of the beloved squad. There are also seperate parts that focus on one or two characters specifically. Ernesto for example.

The second half of my book will have a 3 to 4 years jump into the future. This time Miguel's little sister manages to get herself cursed to the other side and so he and Sara (I already introduced her) follow to get her back. This will also eventually lead us to the big climax of the whole story and the ending. (The ending which won't really be an ending either but much rather a new beginning 😉)

Actually, there is SO much going on in my book, I can't tell everything here. Not to forget it would be a spoiler.

What are the themes/topics targeted in the novel?

Trauma/Ptsd, violence and abuse, human psyche, loss, hurt/grief, healing, romance/Love (soulmates, one true love) friendship, forgiveness, family relationships, faith etc.

(This is basically one of the big WHY'S my book is not for children but for older teens/adults 😅🫴) you will have mild spice here and there, yes, but if you expect detailed stuff, sorry amigo 🫡 that's not my territory.

What will be the litte "addings" ?

Since I was totally free to bring my very own ideas and thoughts into my novel, I spent some good amount of time building up and exploring the world of the Land of the dead and all it's magical possibilities even further🤗 I wanted the movie to feel like the last marveling gaze you take at the glittering ocean and the horizon, and the big breath you take before diving down to the big colorful coral reef with thousands of beautiful fish.

💔⚠️The book isn't for you if:

You don't like the concept of soulmates and one true love.

You don't like exploring deeper topics

You don't like redemption arks

If you're very sensitive to strong topics such as PTSD

You're not a fan of Ernesto

If you expect smut/ premarital sex

Can't accept the fact that I bring my christian faith into the story and writing fantasy fiction my way.

🎉❤️ The book's for you if :

You love slow burn romance

Believe in one true love - soulmates

Love Fluff

Love deeper topics

You can't get enough of Imector 💞

You are in for drama

You can handle teasing of your heartstrings

#pixar coco #coco 2017 #coco fan art #coco hector #héctor rivera #coco fanfiction #ernesto de la cruz #coco imelda #imelda rivera #coco ernesto #coco miguel #pixar coco oc #my novel #frequently asked questions

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chloe-spade · 3 months

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The Little Leeches Act Three: Love can be broken

Jade, Azul, and Floyd all watched as the maids, butlers, planners, chefs and even the gardeners rushed. It was odd to watch, seeing the castle transformed into a beautiful landscape. It was odd for the trio.

"Planning an engagement party must be tough work," Azul spoke, looking around, "all we wanted to do was to have a nice cup of that thing called tea and think of a new plan while we're at it."

"Boring, though, I do like the sweets," Floyd chuckled.

"Floyd, this is serious, we only have two days.."

"I know," Floyd pouted, "I was joking a bit."

Jade was, not his choice, silent. But the thought of Trey being with another had a strange feeling erupt in his heart. Was this the concept of jealousy? It was an odd feeling, especially with a ting of his heart beating fast at the thought.

"Nonetheless, we need to spend our last days strategically, especailly with Jade. And since we have so little time, we need to- Floyd! For the love of the Coral Sea!"

Azul and Jade followed Floyd, who was peaking into the throne room, where an odd contest was taking place.

💞

Trey just mumbled to himself as he sat on a table, incredibly annoyed. Alongside him was Riddle, who came for more emotional support than anything. He seemed to be the only one who believed him about Jade being his savior, but his mother did not want to believe him after Riddle's sudden proposal.

Now, Julius is hosting a contest for a few princesses who traveled to the Queendom of Roses, which annoyed Trey more.

"Welcome, dear friends, to our contest," Julius announced, "The first that this kingdom has ever seen! We gather today for a vocal display. So our prince may at last choose a queen!"

"Wow, they are really really reaching, hmm?" Riddle whispered towards Trey.

"Yes. And I want to leave."

"These six princesses possess the most accomplished voices in all the land!" Queen Icabeth added, "Tonight, one of you will go home with the crown! May the best woman win!"

One Princess stood tall with a humongous grin as she started to sing.

💞

Listen to me

Don't I sound rich?

Loud, am I not?

Plus, I've got perfect pitch

Wouldn't you think I'm the girl

The girl who has everything?

💞

"That's not her voice," Trey interrupted, "I'll know it the moment I hear it,"

Trey didn't even finish his sentence. The 2nd and 3rd princesses quickly waltz forward and begin to sing.

💞

Listen to this

Clear as can be!

You'll know I'm it

When I hit my high C! Ah!

Wouldn't you think I'm the girl

The girl who has everything?

Everything! Everything…

💞

Even when Trey tried to protest, no one listened to him. The last three girls immediately swarmed around him, trying to sing his ears off. It wasn't the same soothing tone as he remembered.

💞

I'm a world-famous coloratura!

My vibrato is second to none!

I'm a walking display of bravura!

It's so clear…

Can't you hear?

I'm the one!

💞

"Can this end please?" Trey groaned, getting up, "I don't want to want this extra amount of stress, especially when you have me planning this entire ball."

Trey turns to walk away.

"Trey, you can't possibly believe that that…man is the one all this time? He does not speak, unlike his brother." Icabeth scoffed.

"Say what you want, I do not care." Trey walked away. "I just want to this to end. So, please let me be."

Trey walked past the trio who watched in awe.

"So, Sea Turtle can be mean," Floyd pointed out, "what a weird thing to witness."

"I can't believe this," Azul gasped, "He is so enamored by Jade that he rejected people who can actually sing and speak. I guess we don't need to plan that ahead, do we?"

"Maybe not," Floyd grinned, "Sea Turtle is already so honest, getting a kiss from him is easy as swimming away from sharks! Jade, you have to take that and go after him!"

Jade almost silently protested until Floyd pushed him forward, giving him no choice in the matter.

As he walked through the gardens, he could feel his heart pounding. The beautiful roses surround him, and his mind has become shambled. Watching Trey be that confident about him, to reject every woman available that could be better for him, it made him feel, well, a lot of feelings.

'How could I even compete with many others.' He thought. 'Human people…and then there's…a merman he doesn't know existed.'

He looked down at a nearby fountain and looked into his human reflection.

Why did he do this? He often pondered. But every time he tried to remember beyond his scale taken disappeared, and it caused a massive headache afterwards. His only answer was for Floyd, his heartbroken brother who finally got to be with the human he loved, but now he was at a standstill, wondering why they hadn't returned to the sea and knowing that his parents were incredibly worried about him and Floyd. He can accept he did things for selfish reasons but was it selfish to go back now rather than stay and watch the person he loved pick someone else, someone who is human, and someone who can talk to him, and actually contribute to his conversations?

"Jade?"

Jade turned to see Trey, who was on the other side of the fountain. Somehow, Jade didn't see him.

"What's the matter?" He asked, walking towards Jade.

Jade flinched a little as Trey wiped away some tears from his cheeks. He lifted his hand to feel the wetness of his cheek, clearly surprised.

"Are you sad about the ball tonight?" Trey pondered. "I guess so, considering how my family is when it comes to it. With the ball, comes a tie that'll tie me down to the kingdom. Morbid thought, but it's all I can think of. It's ridiculous."

Jade sat Trey down by the fountain, his hand now carefully guiding the small fish within it.

Trey watched with bated breath, as he felt his heart beat just by watching him. So much so he had forgotten his words.

"You are very easy to talk to," Trey spoke but paused, now realizing his mistake,"…not because you can't talk!"

Jade silently laughs at Trey's flustered face.

"I mean," Trey gulped, trying to look at Jade, "you seem to listen and it makes me feel very better about myself. Like how you enjoyed my cooking this morning. That gleam in your eyes was so adorable. Like you were smiling with your eyes, as they say."

Jade looks at Trey and holds his hand.

"For a long time, I wasn't happy being around people, only my family, and ever since I met you, it's like you brought light into my world for the first time," Trey says with a small smile," and I'm so blessed that you came into my life, Jade."

Jade managed a smile and brought Trey into a small hug. It told Trey that he felt the same about him as well, blessed to meet him as well.

"You know," Trey cleared his throat, "I do have a gift for you, and I hope you'll like it."

Trey pulled away from the hug and reached into his pocket, confusing Jade.

Trey smiled and pulled out a sculpture of a mermaid, made of out beautiful jade. Jade knew it was custom-made, considering how Trey had been secretive about it since they left the village. Was he supposed to present it to him at the boat ride?

Jade took it, with much care, not wanting to drop or break it. It was a beautifully made gift, and he didn't want to tarnish it.

He looked up at Trey and had a bright grin. He mouthed thank you and carefully set it on his lap.

"I have another gift for you," Trey whispered, "but I want you to close your eyes."

Jade hesitated before closing his eyes.

With his eyes closed, Trey puts a necklace around his neck, and he feels it.

"Open," Trey instructed.

Jade did and looked at the water's reflection. He saw a beautiful seashell necklace, with his name engraved with it, all golden. Floyd was right, anything shiny meant beautiful.

"You like it?" Trey asked.

Jade frantically nodded, holding Trey's hands. He had a big smile on his face, which was rare to see for Trey, as Jade would always close smiles, but seeing him like that made Trey happy.

"How about we dance you together?" Trey spoke, getting and lifting Jade.

Jade gulped and looked down at his feet, unsure how to answer.

"No?"

Jade shakes his head, looking at Trey.

Trey smiles and takes Jade's hand holding him close, starting to sway from side to side, making it easy for Jade to follow him, looking down at his feet repeatedly, nervous about stepping on Trey's feet.

"For someone who has seemingly never danced before, you already seem like a natural." Trey complimented, "You're dancing is so much better than mine. I can barely keep a rhythm, while with you it seems natural."

To emphasize his point, Trey twirls Jade, with it perfectly, even Jade is shocked, but he can keep his footing. He managed to gulp but they continued.

What was helping Jade was him imagining swimming in the ocean again, with freer and no restrictions such as two long legs that could get tangled together. It made Jade feel more at home, even for a small while. It was to the point where he forgot that he was with Trey, who was watching with admiration.

It made Trey fall more in love with him, much more than he did when he was saved. Everything from his eyes to his touch was everything that Trey imagined, but it was much more.

"Well, we should save the rest of the dancing for later," Trey concluded, pulling away and bowing to Jade. "I do look forward to dancing with you at the ball. Perhaps, maybe for the entire night."

Jade felt his face become warm and he bows back to Trey.

"Then it settled," Trey smiles and walks back inside.

Jade sat down at the fountain and looked down at himself again, and for the first time, seeing his human reflection made him smile.

💞

Trey watches as the people are approaching, with a sour feeling in his gut, one that he couldn't describe. Every carriage came with a new potential choice, but none that Trey would choose, they weren't the ones who saved him.

He was so deep in thought, that he did not notice Riddle entering the room.

"Nervous?" asked Riddle, walking by, making Trey jolt in shock.

"Was it too obvious?" Trey asked with a soft chuckle.

"Yes, you look like you're about to barf everything out at once, and you are slowly becoming pale." Riddle described, giving Trey his glasses.

"Yep… it's definitely nervous." Trey sighs, "I even forgot my glasses. Riddle, look at the suitors below us, all for me to choose under one singular night."

"Royal sutures aren't that good." Riddle rolls his eyes. "They're just obnoxious and their egos are massive. No need to fear them."

"It's not that I'm scared about."

"Hmm?"

"It's just…I have already chosen someone. And the reactions of Mother and Father…could destroy me." Trey explained. "And I know I'm ready for any consequences that came with my choice but…is it that bad if it's my choice?"

"Of course not. Mother has not let up on Floyd at all since I proposed. So, I think she'll react the same…but I'm happy with my choices and you should as well. And she won't get in the way of our happiness…Father will make sure of that."

Trey chuckled at Riddle's slide remark.

"That's true."

Both have a small laugh.

"I'll take my leave. But remember what I said." Riddle said, walking away.

Trey nodded and looked over at the carriages again. He hates the feeling of nervousness, but he supposes it's a normal feeling when surrounded by massive groups of people.

He saw faces from familiar to unrecognizable, but his eyes caught two very unfamiliar people. It was a man and someone he could assume to be his mother. A chill went down his back when he saw them like a curse was spread across his body, like a curse was planted onto him, and that every moment will and can go wrong.

Without a second thought, he walked away to the hallway making his way to the ballroom. With one last sigh, Trey fixed his glasses and followed Riddle out to the throne room, hoping that his luck wouldn't ruin a beautiful night.

💞

Jade watched as the stars appeared in the night sky, and people entering the castle, still incredibly nervous. He wasn't even dressed up yet, just looking down at the balcony. Did he want to get ready? Even after it all, he was not moving his feet.

He already felt like an outlier, even with Floyd next to him. Speaking of Floyd, he was brushing Jade's hair with a dinglehopper.

"You know," he teased, "if I didn't know any better, I would think Sea Turtle is falling for you."

Jade scoffed and looked away.

"What?" Floyd laughs, "You are so in love with Sea Turtle, and it's so like me and Goldfishie. A human and a merman, both falling in love with each other." Floyd takes Jade's new necklace and puts it on him, looking at each other in the mirror.

"You are doing so much for me," Floyd's laugh soothed down, "…I mean it. You have been with me, even to the surface world, something you would vow you'd never do."

That was true. One of Jade's first words when discovering Floyd's item collecting hobby, he made Floyd vow that he wouldn't force Jade onto the humans. But he, of course, ignored his vow and went along with Floyd several times, and extension, the day on the ship was a broken vow for him.

Jade wouldn't say he didn't hate the surface, he was just homesick.

"Can I admit something?" Floyd whispered.

Jade looked over at Floyd and nodded.

"I get homesick too," Floyd admitted, "I miss Mama and Dad so much. I know I should be angry at Dad, but.."

Floyd stopped for a moment and gives out a massive smile. "Time to get you ready for the ball now! Sea Turtle will flip when he sees you!"

Floyd helped Jade up and got him into heels, that matched Floyd's and with Jade being mute, he couldn't object in anger, so he suffered in silence.

Everything was chosen by Floyd, with some silent objections from Jade from time to time. Especially when it came to his dress, which Jade had major opinions on. Jade wanted to look nice, but not flashy, or clashing.

Like a soft ocean blue off-shoulder, long dress, as though a poof was needed for some volume, but it was a soft poof, which contrasted with Floyd's, a soft lilac, off-shoulder and a bigger poof, which would make twirling much more fun for Floyd, Jade figured.

Jade's hair was also perfectly brushed to a nice curl, with a mer-made seashell clip, a gift from Azul.

Seeing Jade and Floyd side to side made Jade smile again, matching his brothers.

"We should be going!" Floyd cheered, "Azul is waiting for us! With Goldfishie and Sea Turtle will absolutely see you. You are going to be the starfish at the ball!"

Jade just gulped and let Floyd drag him out.

💞

Azul walked back to the library, seeing Idia, not thrilled about the new ball. This time he was accompanied by a younger boy who was helping Idia with his suit.

"Oh, you look dashing this evening," Azul walked in, teasing.

Idia's pale face was now pink, now flustered. "…what are you doing here?" He managed to ask.

"Well, you did say you were going to the ball, and I am surprised that you are attending."

"More like it's because of me," the young boy grinned. "I'm Ortho Shroud, Idia's younger brother. And I have the utmost pleasure to drag my older brother to a great occasion," he then glares at Idia, "instead of being at home all alone, right, big brother?"

"Uh…right," Idia whispered.

"Well, I do think a little social interaction does not hurt anyone and for someone with a..beautifully pale perflection should go out often." Azul mused.

"See, that's what I thought as well," Ortho agreed, "and this is the perfect night. And it's at night so you don't have to worry about the sunlight as well."

Azul looks and smiles at the duo.

"Now we shouldn't be late," Azul spoke up and turned to leave, "I hope to see you two there. Especially you, Idia."

"Y-yeah," Idia gulped.

Azul walked out.

"…wait!? Beautiful?!" Idia gasped, now blushing, his entire face was entirely red. "So that wasn't my imagination.."

💞

"Are you sure that tonight is the night?" Azul asked, "Look at Trey, he looks absolutely sea sick. Green, just like his hair."

"He just confirmed it with me," Riddle spoke up, "We just have to wait for Jade and Floyd, and you're right. Tonight is perfect, but I understand your concern."

"Why is Trey so nervous? This is normal for princes, right? To have fun when a good occasion arises?" Azul asked.

Riddle took a deep breath. "Trey has never been to a star of a ball before. And this is the first one he is attending, and he's getting all the attention, so it's making him on edge. I mean, even his birthday was a day where the attention was not on him."

Azul took a moment to think.

"I don't want to be very negative about this. But I have a feeling my aunt and cousin are going to do something to sabotage everything. I've been very much on my toes this past week. We have less than 3 days left. And Jade barely remember his own deal, all for a reason I cannot fathom."

"Really?"

"Yeah. My aunt can do this for fun, and that's all I know of her," Azul admitted, "I never knew her, but I need to heed her. Protect those who needs me."

"You've already done so much," Riddle comforted, "Floyd and Jade trust you to be with them, and I can see that myself."

Azul's lips weaved into a small smile, now hoping the night would go extremely well.

"We're here!" Cheered Floyd, rushing down the stairs, hands still entwined with Jade's. "Did we miss anything?"

"Must you be so loud?" Azul scowled, "Don't you know that my aunt could be anywhere in this room with us?"

"Sorry, but look at Jade," Floyd grinned, "He looks very eye-catching. Sea Turtle will gaze for hours now."

"That should be good," Riddle mumbled.

"Right, do we need to exactly worry?" Floyd grinned.

"Yes. After some thought, I know that the boat incident was not an accident. As Trey mentioned, the boat was flipped over, meaning that Winifred has either, turned it herself or the most likely option, send her stupid little squid to do her dirty work for her. And I am not taking any chances tonight."

It made Jade nauseous, but he kept it in and looked around.

"I was lucky with Goldfishie but now Jade isn't lucky. What if Sea Turtle…" Floyd mumbled, echoing Jade's silent thoughts.

"Floyd, weren't you the one who said not to doubt Trey?" Azul questioned. "With you hyping everyone up?"

"Please don't doubt Trey, Floyd. Trust me, I will make sure he'll ask." Riddle added.

"Alright…" Floyd sighs. "But hey! Let's enjoy the party!" He cheered, walking around. Jade followed suit, making sure Floyd didn't cause a mess.

"Nothing could stop him from yelling?" Riddle sighs.

"Don't worry, he'll tire himself out as soon as the party ends." Azul chuckles.

The party guests were walking in, with Julius and Icabeth greeting them as they entered.

"Hello, Hello," Icabeth greeted, "Thank you for coming to this special occasion, as we find a perfect spouse for my lovely son, Trey, so my sweet ladies, please enjoy yourselves," A cough from Julius made her continue, with a mixture of an eye roll," And we celebrate the engagement of my son, Prince Riddle and his fiancé, Floyd Leech."

"I'm surprised she even remembered my name," Floyd muttered to Jade.

Jade covered his mouth to hide a sneaky smirk, trying to keep composure.

"Hey~, don't laugh," Floyd pouted, "I should be happy celeberating.."

Jade's eyes widened as his mouth was still covered, but it was obvious that Jade was trying not to laugh, which annoyed Floyd more.

Meanwhile, Trey was being bombarded with Princesses, Ladies, and even some Maidens, and even when he tried to walk away, he didn't even get the time to. In a short amount of time, Trey got that cursed feeling as he saw the woman he saw earlier; he could sense one was staring. He looked over and saw Jade, listening to Floyd's babbling, and found an escape plan from the gaze.

He immediately and carefully went over, beeling and took Jade's hand.

"You wouldn't mind if I borrowed your brother for a few minutes?" Trey asked, keeping Jade close by holding his hip. "I heard the music playing."

Jade's face was a bright red as he felt Trey's hand. He didn't know what was happening, but Floyd's sneaky little smile made it clear that he knew but wouldn't tell.

"Of course, Sea Turtle." Floyd chuckles.

Trey smiles and leads Jade to the dance floor. He bowed and offered his hand, with Jade taking his hand. They began dancing, though trying to be quick, especially from Jade. Even after that short dance, Jade quickly walked away to a nearby window, nervous.

Azul was annoyed so he that he thought of a plan.

"You two," Azul spoke, taking Riddle and Floyd to the corner where the musicians were.

"We need to set up the mood," Azul whispered, "They won't kiss, especially with Jade not taking initiative. So we need to convince Trey."

"How, exactly?" Riddle questioned.

"Song?"

Azul's eyes light up at the mentioned idea and he carefully looked back at the musicians.

"Good idea, Floyd," Azul grins and uses his hand as a conductor, using his magic to control the music, "After all,we need…Percussion."

"Strings."

"Winds..?"

"And Words.."

Azul looked back and started to sing.

💞

There you see him

Sitting there across the way

He don't got a lot to say

But there's somet'ing about him

💞

Trey looks and stares at Jade, even when many try to get him to dance, he just can't stop staring. Especially with a night sky in the background of a fictional portrait he had in his head.

💞

And you don't know why

But you're dying to try

You wanna kiss the boy

💞

Trey, entranced, walked closer to Jade, ignoring everyone in the room. He sighs and takes Jade's hand again, more gently.

💞

Yes, you want him

Look at him, you know you do

Possible he want you too

Use your words, boy, and ask him

If the time is right and the time is tonight

Go on and kiss the boy

💞

"May I have this dance?" Trey asked, "I promise to be much more patient and slower this time."

Jade looked down at their hands held together and nodded. Trey grins and leads them to the floor once again, and carefully pulls Jade close.

"Are you ready?" Trey whispered.

Jade mouthed a yes and took a breath.

💞

Sha-la-la-la-la-la, my, oh, my

Look like the boy too shy

Ain't gonna kiss the boy

Sha-la-la-la-la-la, ain't that sad?

Ain't it a shame? Too bad

He gonna (miss the boy!)

💞

"Hey, pull it back, Floyd, pull it back!" Azul lectured.

Riddle was confused about how Azul even got him to sing so confidently, though he didn't want to question a sea witch. He just wanted to see Trey and Jade dance together made everything worth it.

"Wow," Trey gasped, "I know I mentioned this, but you look absolutely beautiful. Especially under this lighting, and maybe underneath a moonlight. I know I seemed forward with everything but I never felt this way so…like this before. You saved me, now I'm here and I have you to thank, Jade."

Jade smiles and goes closer to Trey, now happier.

💞

Now's your moment (Ooh)

Dancin' 'round the ballroom floor (Ooh)

Boy, you better do it soon

No time will be better

He don't say a word

And he won't say a word until ya

Kiss the boy (Kiss the boy, kiss the boy)

💞

Jade gulped, feeling Trey bringing him closer. He wanted to kiss him, but something was holding him back, it felt like grabbing him.

"What is it?" Trey whispered, "Are you nervous again? Don't worry, I'll be here for you cause, I'm nervous too."

💞

Sha-la-la-la-la-la, don't be scared (Sha-la-la-la-la-la)

You got the mood prepared (Sha-la-la-la-la-la)

Go on and kiss the boy (Woah, woah)

Sha-la-la-la-la-la, don't stop now (Sha-la-la-la-la-la)

Don't try to hide it (Sha-la)

How you wanna kiss the boy

Sha-la-la-la-la-la, float along (Sha-la-la-la-la-la)

And listen to the song (Sha-la)

The song say, "Kiss the Boy"

Sha-la-la-la-la-la, the music play (Sha-la)

Do what the music say

You got to kiss the boy

💞

As they danced, Trey felt Jade grip him.

He felt Trey getting close, his lips were close to kissing but a ghost of the kiss was there.

"I love you," Trey whispered, "You are incredible. After I met you and got to see you throughout these days, I finally saw you tonight and my love is here, and it will never go away. No will take that away from you."

Jade's hands loosened and he took a steady breath.

'I love you too, Jade mouthed back, 'I understand but…I'm scared.'

"I know, but I'm scared too. I never expected this but I'm so happy that I do." He looked at Jade again, "I do not want you to be forced into marriage, unlike what people want."

Jade managed a smile.

Trey began to lean closer.

💞

You've gotta kiss the boy

Why don't you kiss the boy

C'mon and kiss the boy

Go on and kiss the boy

💞

Jade looked around and saw green eyes staring at him and he began to shake again. A massive headache filled his brain as he continued to dance with Trey.

He pulled away and kissed his cheek, before walking away and leaving the ballroom.

He couldn't stop shaking, his body was shaking so badly that he had to sit down. He looked around where he was and he was by the beach where they first met, him and Trey. He looked over to the sea and watched it move towards him.

Jade tries to breathe, ignoring the many thoughts that clouded his head. His head pounded as he tried to calm down. He felt the water on his toes, as it tried to pull him away and back into the ocean.

Where he belongs.

After a while, he heard screams behind him. It was Floyd and Azul running towards him.

"Jade!" Called out Floyd.

"Are you ok!? Please tell me if you're ok!" Azul asked, checking Jade.

Jade nodded and rested against Azul, yawning.

"What happened?" Azul asked, letting Jade rest. "You look so sick right now."

Jade took a small breath and looked up at Azul and Floyd, and he felt his tears. He didn't want to cry, but he couldn't help it, the pain in his head was so intense.

"What's wrong?" Floyd asked.

"It's the spell," Azul confirmed. "He's fighting his memories and his forgetfulness is causing severe pain."

"Oh, I thought you got nervous because you got stared at by those humans," Floyd whispered, and a soft laugh flew slowly.

Jade nervously smiles and looks down.

'Maybe,' he mouthed with a silent laugh that ended with a wince.

"I mean, you danced amazingly out there," Floyd complimented, "like guiding throughout the sea."

"Floyd, Jade, now is not the time." Azul lectured.

Jade looks back at the ocean and walks toward it, letting the waves hit his feet. Floyd and Azul followed.

"Do you miss it?" Floyd asked, "Swimming with me in a massive shipwreck, collecting every single human stuff we could find, setting up the grotto."

Jade nodded, taking Floyd's hand.

"I'm sorry," Floyd whispered, "I did this to you," he looked back at Jade, "I dragged you into this..and now you'll be stuck with that sea witch if you don't fall for Sea Turtle. I wish I didn't drag you down with me, to bring you here with me. You don't deserve to be turned to sea foam because of my decision and my stubbornness. I don't want to lose you, Jade…" Tears were on his cheeks now. "You are my brother…I can't lose you now."

Jade wiped Floyd's tears and brought him into a tight hug.

Even without a voice, Floyd can hear Jade's words.

'I forgive you.'

'I would still go regardless.'

'You are my brother, of course I will go with you.'

"You're the best," Floyd sobs, "I'm so lucky to have a brother like you in my life, and now I can't stop thinking about losing you, and… and…"

Jade held him close, caressing his hair. He looks down and mouths, 'I forgive you, Floyd. You are my brother, and I'll always be by your side. Now and Always.'

Azul grins and takes the twins back to the shore.

"You know, Floyd," Azul spoke, "I'm glad you are stubborn. I mean, being up here is an experience I could never forget. Even I liked it here. It's all thanks to you two," Azul brings the two into a hug, "now that means I am going to help you more and we will get you two together."

Azul felt Jade breathe slowly, and he saw that Jade had fallen asleep.

"Let's rest here for now," Floyd yawned, "I mean, just for a while. Being by the sea,"

Azul sighs, "Fine. I don't see why that would be a problem."

Jade, Floyd, and Azul rested and fell asleep on the beach, with the ocean by their feet.

💞

By the rocky shore, not so far from the trio, was Trey calling out to Jade, through the upcoming fog was making it difficult to see any form of human beings amid the fog.

Soon, a melody filled the air, though faded because of the distance. He walked towards it, as instinctual. The song became powerful as he went close and a yellow glow made him see a figure. A man, his feet playing with the ocean.

"Hello?" He managed to say.

This startled the boy and he looked back.

"Yes, your highness?" he spoke back.

"What are you doing here? And your voice..uh,"

"Well, I hoped you would find me, but I didn't have time to approuch."

"That was you?"

"Yes, it was the right thing to do after all," the man answered and he walked towards Trey, "people talked about the person who saved you and well, I didn't think you remembered me."

"Uh, well, I'm glad I saw you but I'm looking for someone else. But you can accomany me, so I don't want you to get lost in the fog."

Trey began to walk but the singing started again, and this time it had an effect on him. He slowly turned back and walked towards the man.

"Can I lead you back to the palace?"

"Why thank you," The man giggles, "My name is Adam."

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