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mechaknight-98 · 4 months

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Gathering Act III: Culling ritual

The next day I woke up in Dexter and Connor’s apartment. All of our significant others had schedules so it was a “guys” day for the time being after showering and getting ready we all went to get breakfast. When we got to the spot you'll never guess who we saw there. Because I know I wouldn't. So there's the scenario we are sitting about to order food when in walks this brunette lady with a mask on. She has a cap on so no one can recognize her.

“I'll tell you later,” I say. I approach the young lady as non-menacingly as possible she looks up at me and I ask, “I'm pretty sure you get this a lot but by chance are you Sana of twice? I say loud enough so she can hear me but not loud enough to make a scene. The young woman smiles with wide eyes and pulls me to sit down with her.

“How did you know? No one else knew it was me.”

“Well, you have a Sana walk,” I said. I tried to keep my language simple so she could reply as I remembered she struggled with English.

“A Sana walk… I like that. So I take it you are once?” she asked. I nodded she moved closer and put her arm around me “You seem familiar.” she said with a hungry smile I hesitated because the aura she gave off was extremely similar to the succubi I had faced in the past.

“Well I went to one of y'all concerts a while back so maybe that's it,” I said.

Sana stroked my chin and said, “No that's not it. So what brings a strong psionic like you here.” her words sent all kinds of alarms in my head. So I chose my next words carefully

“Oh I was getting food and I saw you and wanted to ask if you would sign this,” I said as I pulled out a photo card.

“Do you have a pen?” Sana asked with a hungry smile. I nodded as I space-sifted a gold metallic Sharpie and handed it to her. Sana took the card out of the sleeve before signing it. “You know Slime Hydra I am surprised to see you here.” I freeze at her words. Sana takes off the mask and smiles again. She asks for my phone and against my better judgment I am beguiled to give it to her. She smiles as she opens it and puts her number in as she has me do the same with hers. “See now we're friends.” She says. I turn to her and face her as she puts the mask on.

“How do you know me?” I ask worried

“Oh, Dahyun’s friend Gahyeon mentions her crazy little brother. Also, you're pretty big news having fought at an award show after winning song of the year.” Sana teases

Broken out of whatever trance I was in I said in a louder tone “Younger brother? I'm older than her!”

“Oh, there's the excitement I've heard so much about.” Sana teased

I relaxed enough to talk to Sana like she was a regular person so I asked the following, “Okay what's your deal? Are you a succubus?”

Sana's eyes widened as she said “Straight to the point like Siyeon. Tell you what tell me your deal and I'll tell you mine.”

“I'm just a normal psionic,” I respond

“That's it?” Sana questions

“Yeah my power is just super weird and I have had it for so long it's been able to evolve twice not three times as of my 21st birthday,” I explain

“Evolve three times so that means you've had your power since you were one year old!” Sana exclaims

“Yeah, it has kinda been a pain, to be honest,” I reply

“Really?” Sana asked

“Yeah,” I confided.

“So how does it work I have been told and seen different things,” Sana asked intrigued

“Well first it was the eating and mimicry, then the slime-making constructs then it evolved to add the aura, and as of recently they have all fused to make slime Hydra I guess as manifestation of all the independent pieces,” I tell her

“Okay, so you aren't a slime Hydra?” Sana asked.

“I don't think so although… I don't know. Lami Orochi has always been in here ”I explained as I pointed to my forehead

“Well since you've been such a good boy I'll let you in on a secret. I am not a succubus but a psionic like you. My power is just similar to one.” Sana explained

“Oh so like Rogue from X-men?” I said

“Who?”Sana asked. I forget that not everyone knows who the X-men are.

“Oh right here's a video,” I said as I showed her a video explaining Rogue.

Sana smiled as she watched then turned to me and said, “Yes I'm that." Sana laughed before adding "Thank you for sitting with me and chatting. You're the first person not to freak out about me.”

“Well, I've seen a lot. So not much phases me. Have a nice day Mrs. Minatozaki.” I say as walk away.

Before I am out of reach Sana grabs me and says “You know we should hang out sometime later. You're pretty cool.”

“If it's a date I'm sorry I can't but as friends sure.”

Sana pouts rolls her eyes and then smiles the hungry smile before saying “Whatever. I'll see you soon. Enjoy the photo card you better not sell it.”

I nod as I head by to Connor and Dexter who had watched the entire thing and we're laughing at me.

“Dude you are so lame.” Connor teased as I sat back down.

“Well excuse me for being starstruck she is one of my ult biases,” I reply

“Oh that's surprising, but isn't Sakura also one of your ult biases?” Dexter added I nod and explain

“My ult biases are as follows Hasuel of Loona, Dami, Sakura, and all of twice. Yujin being my SO also has her special position.”

“So you just can't choose one of Twice?”

“They were my first girl group who got me into K-pop. They will always be my ult biases.”

“That's remarkably wholesome and thoughtful of you.”

“Well, I try to keep all of me in mind (past present, and future) whenever I do things. There will always be a part of me that's that kid who needed an escape when the world got crazy a few years ago, and to him Twice still has his heart on lock.”

My two friends smile at me then Dexter asks, “How do you have such a good relationship with your past?”

I shrug. We sit down and eat together all the while just enjoying each other's time.

We decided to play a fighting game for a little bit while we waited I picked a more set-based play character which didn't go unnoticed by the other two.

"Oh, you're playing him. that track," Connor says confidently

"Oh, really how so?" I ask

"dude you play Sultai," Connor says as if that answers everything

"I don't see how that applies," I say confused

"This gives me a better idea" Dex asserts

"Oh word what is it?" Connor asks

"Come on let's go," Dex says

I watch as Dexter opens a dimensional door. Connor and I walk through followed by Dex who has taken us to an open warehouse area.

"So this is a place where I come to train with my powers free of the public eye. It's a quiet upstate New York abandoned warehouse so we can go all out. (Dex eyed me) Somewhat." Dex explained and I understood what he meant by the somewhat.

"So you want to spare?" I ask

"Yes, I want to see what you're capable of because I have only seen glimpses," Dexter says

"Okay. Hey after this since we are in New York can we get Brooklyn Style Pizza?" I ask

"Oh, 100%," Dexter said

"Cool... Yo, why don't we hang out more often as just guys y'all are super cool." I asked

Connor and dexter blush before smiling. "Well this is the first time we have been able to, and you don't drink so we can't go to bars together," Connor answered

"Ok...I am going to do something that seems scary but bear with me. I have to mentally prepare to fight" I said to Dexter. Dexter nods and tells me to "take all the time I need."

I nod and begin pacing hyping myself up. before yelling "I Know A Ghost" I summon Recollection and Lami-Orochi's full form pops out. behind me. Dexter and Connor watch in awe. Dexter summons a flaming Axe and gets in a ready stance. I snap Recollection into its bowstaff form and run to Dexter. He gives a hefty axe swing which I block with recollection. I split off one of the sections and using the chain the section made an attack. Dexter uses a wall of fire which forces me to back off. after this, he creates a pool of water around him and throws what looks like seeds into it. from the water roots and branches begin to sprout and grow sharp then aim themselves at me. I jump high above the branches and the roots. I reconnect Recollection and throw the weapon down into the plants. slime begins to impede their growth as Recollection spews waves of it. I watch as Dexter snaps his fingers and flames start to overtake the branches before I can react the flames reach my slime causing an explosion and sending me flying. I get up quickly as I see him flying towards me. I roll out of the way of his attack. and make a slime wall that intercepts his next attack with his axe. I try to make some distance. but Dex is fast. so I decided instead to retreat to match his energy. if all he's going to do is press the attack well then I have some ideas. his next swing I dodged by jumping onto the back of his axe and running onto his shoulder where I smacked him with recollection. As I got distance I faced him and turned recollection into its B-formation I ran to the other edge of the warehouse and threw it as Dexter shot a giant fireball at me. the resulting explosion blew us both back. when I came to I looked up to see Dexter smiling. he helped me up

"That was pretty cool," he said as we got up. "I never knew slime could be so versatile," Dexter exclaimed

"Well yeah, non-newtonian liquids are quite fun to use," I say

"You're telling me. I watched you use it as defense offense and more" Connor said running close. "Your weapon is also insane what is it?"

"Oh, that's recollection. it's a multi-tool I use when fighting."

"Multi-tool is right It went from shuriken to nunchucks to bow staw to whatever that thing you did with the spike." Dexter said, "You may not be outright more powerful than me but your versatility and ways to just have to deal with power is crazy." Dex concedes

"Thanks, I say appreciative," I say

"So that slime what was that?" Dexter asks

"I don't know. the most I can say is think of it like mimeoplasm." I say

"Mimeoplasm?" Connor asks

"Yeah like the commander from 2011," I explain

"I don't think I have seen that before," Dexter says to which Connor nods

"Oh okay, I'll pull it up then," I say

"Oh, that thing. okay, that makes more sense." Connor said reading the card and then handing it to Dexter

After our little match and lunch, we headed back to their apartment. Dexter has to run some errands. A little after that Yunjin arrives to talk to Connor, and takes him as well. Leaving me with Chaewon who was with Yunjin when she came in.

Hey Tj-ah."

"Hi Chae how are you today?

"I'm good."

Chaewon sits next to me and smiles. we sit in silence for a moment before she asks, "Hey did you see that Astrid is doing another of the GG mega mixers?"

"No, I didn't tell me more?"

"Well it's Gen three and I know all the Izone girls have agreed to do it. she also got Twice, Dreamcatcher, Red Velvet, Loona, and ClC."

I groan at that, but don't let my emotions run too plainly.

"Oh, why didn't you know? We thought you would be back. She told us she's bringing all the old staff back for the first one?"

"No, she didn't but also me and Astrid aren't in the best place right now," I explain to Chaewon. She looks at me with a worried look.

"So you aren't helping?"

"Not currently."

Chaewon sends a text on her phone before sending a flurry of them. after that Chaewon nestles in closer.

"You know I am dating Yujin right Or at least am trying to?"

"Yeah, but you're just so cuddly and warm. Besides what if she can't be set free what will you do then?" Chaewon defends herself.

I look at her and my confidence falters for a moment. I haven't considered things not working out, even for a moment, "Okay well I will let you chill but..." I say to Chaewon

"I know, I know Yujin can't hear about this," Chaewon says

A few minutes later I get a call from Aurora. Surprised I answered the call

"How did you find out about the GG Mega Mixer?" She yelled.

I walked into the office with Yujin and my nerves were on fire. we were meeting with her Company to ask about the potential of us dating. I was less than enthusiastic. They had made it abundantly clear that they were ready and willing to disband Ive over this. Yujin was less worried.

When we walked in I knew that as soon as they saw me everything about the dynamic changed. the hope that was in the air vanished in an instant, and I turned Yujin. the glint in her eyes dimmed, and I felt the burden I was placing on her career and dream. I had her come back outside with me and I said to her

"Dear, They aren't going to listen."

"What why do you think that?" Yujin asks

"Their looks. It's a look I have seen numerous times." I said

"What do you mean." Yujin questions

They aren't looking at me they are looking at this" I said as I pointed to my skin

"What's wrong with it? I like you that should be enough right?" Yujin asked curiously

"I wish but I don't think they will understand." I ponded

"Why not?" Yujin asks

"Well the first thing that caught my eyes was how their body language changed when I walked in, and you know what, let's go in," I say

Yujin and I walked into the office and the first thing said was, "Why should we entrust our top and most beloved performer to you? What value do we have to gain." They didn't have the courtesy to bring a translator I am assuming that's what they said based on Yujin's disgusted reaction.

Yujin looked at me and I looked at her. We nodded and she said the most brutal thing I have ever heard. "I expected this and yet somehow still and disappointed...ah well. Tj I am sorry I have responsibilities to my girls and this contract. I don't expect you to wait for me, but if you do when I am finished with Ive you're mine."

I smile and say "For sure, but I think Sana is trying to steal me." I tease

"Of course she is," Yujin says as she rolls her eyes

"Don't worry she scares me," I reply

"You scared of her. I learn something new about you every day. Let's go our friends are waiting for us." Yujin teased. I give a thumbs up and follow her.

We arrived back at the Ive dorm where everyone was waiting. I shrug and say. "it's over for now."

I was surprised when Sweet Heart Eunbi let out a string of not-so-sweet heart words. Dexter looked concerned as she went further. I am surprised that all of Ive looks so sad. I look to everyone and shrug before saying "Look it's not ideal but life often isn't we walk off the difficult things we can't shake and fix the things we can. Now if you'll excuse me I have a lot to do helping Astrid win her girlfriend back and setting up this Mega Mixer." the crowd had numerous perplexed faces as I walked out while waving.

I arrived at Astrid Penthouse, and I couldn't bring myself to go in just yet. I needed to make one stop. I went back home to my little apartment in Cali and I just cried. I couldn't cry in front of my friends because I had to appear strong. I also screamed in rage. a lot more of that than the crying to be honest. I had convinced myself that I deserved to be happy with Yujin and I should have known better, but the next time I won't make that mistake. after I was able to emotionally regulate enough to bring myself from a 12 to a 2. I space sifted back to Astrid's I took the elevator and Aurora was the first to see me. She rolled over to me and gave me a tight hug. then she slapped me.

"I missed you, dummy," she said with a pout.

I shrug and say, "Life is strange."

Aurora smiles and then says to me, "Now go be the hero and help our sister." I nod as I walk to Astrid's room. she is still in bed crying. I face her and pick her up.

"Come on Ash we have work to do!" I bellow.

"No, I just want to die," Astrid said between sobs

"No, you don't. You are just emotionally distraught because you got into a fight with your girlfriend whom I am going to help you get back." I challenged

"what do you know about relationships," Astrid questioned

"Enough now come on. Shower you smell like spaghetti and depression." I tease

Alex was walking by and began laughing at my statement. we got in one of her cars after she cleaned herself and we drove to Emma's spot out in Korea. I walked up first and she came out

"Are you here to kill me?" Emma asks

"Nah I come bearing gifts. I say as I gesture to Astrid who's still at the wheel. Astrid waves awkwardly. then Emma turns to me. She shifts uncomfortably.

"Why do this...it doesn't change anything between us?" Emma questions

"Well you make Astrid happy and honestly you two are perfect for each other so...besides I need her at least somewhat normal so we can do this mega mixer. I explain

"So this is a selfish choice." Emma discerns

"Oh completely. you take care of Astrid, and I can focus." I elaborate

"What if I say no?" Emma questions

"I will hype her up to never talk to you ever again I guess?" I answer

"You wouldn't dare." Emma Hisses

"I would and have done this. she is my homie. she's crazy and at times cringe but I love her still. so what will it be?" I propose

"Fine, but this still changes nothing," Emma states matter of fact

"I know. I look forward to our next duel. Could I just ask a favor?" I inquire

"You may and I may or may not grant it." Emma hesitates

"Cool can you not send opponents during filming I'd like to give this all my attention and help your girlfriend produce the best product," I ask

"That is fair." Emma relents

"Great now Go kiss your girlfriend, and make-up already," I say to Emma

Emma walked around me but not before asking.

"How are you handling your break up I heard it was quite abrupt?" She said bluntly

"I am angry, sad, and want her company to burn but honestly, that's the least of my worries," I reply

"Really?" Emma interrogates

"I have a job to do and responsibilities," I say pointing to her and Astrid

Three weeks later Astrid is back to normal and we are working on getting the Mega Mixer into regular and not pre-preproduction. G-idle was also joining which meant we now had more work to do. I spent most of the morning helping Astrid with her paperwork, and getting her coffee among other helpful "assistant-type things." this had to stop though when Twice came in unexpectedly, and my heart did double flips. they entered the building as they owned it and they walked into the office where Astrid and I were working.

The first thing I noticed about the ladies was that they were pretty...like way prettier than what I had seen. Almost too pretty. it set me on edge, which let me focus on their words.

"Hey girls what brings you here?" Astrid asked. Jihyo responds and while they do talk a text shows up on my phone. I open it to see Sana having taken a sneaky picture of me.

"Long time no see." the text says. I look at her and I roll my eyes. before I could text a response I got a notification. It is from a reputable K-pop news sight.

"Dating Scandal: Ive's Yujin dating (I squinted but couldn't make out the name.)" I read the article and my heart sank like a stone. I turned to Astrid and excused myself. I space-sifted back to the warehouse where Dex Connor and I had been training, and for the first time, I just let myself lose it. there was slime in all states everywhere. I thought about texting Yujin about it, but honestly, I was not in the proper headspace to make intelligent choices. so I abstained. which ironically worked out in my favor because I got a text from Sana asking where I went. So I space-sifted back and walked back into the office. all of the ladies of Twice looked at me with various emotions. I tried my best to contain the roller coaster of emotions I was feeling that was until Sana looked at me with an evil grin before Mina asked me the most left-field question I had ever heard.

"Will we be forced to do a bikini beach episode?" Mina asked

The combination of the mental image of Twice in Bikinis but also the absurdity of the question took me out of the funk I was in and straight into a hurricane of confusion.

"Um, What?" I asked

"You're the coordinator/MC...Are we forced to do a Bikini episode?" she asked again this time hesitantly. I brought my hands together as I tried to think of the appropriate answer.

"Um... do y'all want to. I guess I can help set one up, but I...I wasn't planning to. What? What? WHAT?" Astrid seeing me shortcircuit began to laugh, as did Sana, Momo, and Nayeon. I was still trying to process what I just heard though. I walked out again to process what I just heard. As I often do this leads to me deck building. I was working on a Frodo and Sam deck at the time as I wanted something non-blue and Mardu wasn't doing it for me at the time.

A little later Mina walked out she looked at her before laughing. When she saw that I wasn't nearly as jovial she paused and said "I am sorry if I offended you or made you uncomfortable."

"Ah don't worry about it. I just wasn't expecting that." I dismiss her worries and try to not think about everything in my head too much. I go back to the building when I feel eyes still on me. I look over to see Mina still there. she's looking over my shoulder trying to see what I was doing.

Mina sits to my left. I look at her confused "Can I help you?" I ask in a very confused manner. I am trying my best not to sound annoyed because she doesn't deserve that first and second I am trying to make a good impression for this show that we are about to do.

"Oh, I am sorry what's that you playing on your phone," Mina asks

"Oh, this it's Magic The Gathering. A Collectible Card Game I play." I answer

"Oh, that art is pretty...I like the art," Mina coos

"Yeah it's pretty cool, but don't fall into the trap I did when my high school friend introduced me to it," I respond

"Is it not good?" Mina asks surprised

"Honestly that's not the issue the game is fantastic the company who runs it...well less so," I explain

Mina pouts then looks at me confused, and asks, "Oh, Why?"

"Well, the company is money-hungry and it leaves many players in a bind of chasing the high," I say with a blank expression

"Oh. so why do you still play?" Mina asks.

"the same reason I keep living. I live on the hope it will get better, and it always seems on the verge like I can almost taste it," I say plainly.

Mina smiles at me. She leans in closer and I smell her perfume. It's citrus-like. "Why do you like the game?" she asked with that big innocent stare that I have seen numerous times over stuff like Time to Twice and their various other content. It was heartwarming so as I chuckled I indulged her. Her eyes widen with wonder as I explain all of the intricacies that make the game amazing for me, and how commander is the culmination of everything good with the game. She is spellbound as I kinda drone on and on. By the end of my speech, the rest of Twice and Astrid are watching. (I didn't realize it until I looked away from her). Nayeon Momo and Jeongyeon begin to laugh as I turn to them and freeze.

"Oh don't stop because of us." Dahyun teases. Embarrassed I booked it out of there.

As I leave I say to Astrid, "See you tomorrow." before taking the stairs down.

When I got to the lobby I was shocked to see several armed men with guns. they were holding people hostage. I squinted and scratched my head. they hadn't noticed me yet, and I easily could have left them, but sadly Twice, and Twice Ive were some of the hostages, and you know I love Twice, and Ive. Without drawing attention to myself I used my slime to create spikes and discretely stab all of the assailants. After that, I attempted to walk out of the building and back to the penthouse. Before I could however I heard "Tj-ah?" I turned to Yujin, I thought about my response for a moment, but I couldn't come up with anything. She was also walking towards me and I was panicking. so I screamed and space-sifted back to California. Now, could I have handled that better? Yes! I could have 100% but I didn't know what else to do, I was overstimulated and needed some sort of reprieve.

Over the next day, I recovered by not talking to anyone who reached out. I sent texts out to everyone explaining today was an "off day" for me and needed some space.

You wanna know who that didn't stop Mina from reaching out,

"Hey, you left before we could finish our chat. I wanted to continue our chat about Magic The Gathering, and Commander." the text read. For some reason, I indulge her. I give her the speech on how I came to find and understand myself better through Magic and Commander and how it's been quite the Journey. Mina was quite the listener as well, but sadly she had to go. I wished her well though.

after the chat, I felt a familiar pang in my heart. I groaned and said to it "No not now you jerk. I am still processing what happened with Yujin. Please don't do this to me." I knew I had a crush on Mina but I always kept in mind she was astronomically out of reach so I never worried about it. However here I am falling for her, and I didn't want to, but before I could think about it too much there was a knock on my door. I opened it to see Emma. She looked unamused but focused.

"I wouldn't be here if I didn't have to be, but I need your help," Emma said fast and unamused

I nod and point behind myself before saying, "Oh word? I got you. Should I get my BRIPE stuff?"

Emma groaned, nodded, then said, "Yes God why are you charitable with your time?"

I shrug as I answer, "Well It brings me peace to be so. I follow my peace."

Emma smirks and teases "I am stealing that."

I give her a thumbs-up when I am finished and ready to go. "Cool. Okay, I am ready let's go."

Emma smiles, "Excellent."

#kpop fanfic #fanfic #edh #mtg commander #ive yujin #ive fanfic

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incorrectvtuberquotes · 23 days

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Lamy: Why are people obsessed with King Kong and Godzilla?

Nene: Big.

Botan: Loud.

Polka: Handsome.

#submission #yukihana lamy #momosuzu nene #shishiro botan #omaru polka #nepolabo #gen 5 #holojp #hololive #vtubers #incorrect quotes #source: tumblr #source: incorrectgundamwingquotes #thank you for the submission!

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themetalvirus · 10 months

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good news! i got a kaweco sport (in pearl) and an ink that's actually somewhat silver the hedgehog colored (diabolo menthe from j herbin)!

bad news: the kaweco sport in pearl feels overpriced even at $22. there are visible seams, the barrel and cap make loud unpleasant plastic squeaking noises when you unscrew them, and the plastic is partially transparent, making it feel even cheaper. don't buy the plastic kaweco sports, go for an AL-sport or something, anything but the plastic ones. jeezum

the nib of the pen is pretty nice though - a smooth writer without feeling overly slippery like nahvalur nibs sometimes feel, and the sliiight feedback feels intentional. i'm not sure if the ink is dry or the nib is dry, but this particular combination of pen and ink DOES write a bit dry. the dryness of the nib (at least with this ink) actually compliments its status as a portable workhorse pocket pen - less ink being put down on cheap paper at work (or school or generally in The Wild) means less feathering on the paper and more readable writing.

the nib is nice and fit for purpose, but the creaky, cheapy plastic is god awful and brings the pen down. the form factor is advertised as being portable, but i wouldn't trust this pen rattling around in a bag with other crap.

i'm aware the tiny ink capacity is inevitable with a pocket pen, but it makes me feel a little robbed as someone who likes to be able to pick up a pen and use it for days at a time before i need to refill it. it's a worthy sacrifice for its actual purpose but as a desk pen it is practically worthless and you can pick up pens in this price range or cheaper with much bigger ink capacity.

to be fair, i bought the sport knowing i would probably dislike it, but everybody seems to love the sport so much in the fountain pen hobby that i figured i would pick one up anyway just to see if i would be proven wrong (like with the lamy safari). unfortunately, i only proved myself right. the form factor and nib are all in service to a particular use case that does not fit with what i bought it for. if you truly need a portable pen (that's maybe an inch and a half shorter than any other everyday carry pen and just as girthy) then the sport may be worth it. it's for carrying around. i dunno man it writes good but the form factor is NAWT for me. i may pick up a perkeo or something though

EDIT: when capped, the kaweco sport is a pocket pen. in use, you're meant to post it (put the cap on the back of the pen) and it'll turn into a standard full length.

#exoticbutterstxt

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boa-h · 1 year

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【Trafalgar Law】 Not Just A Cliché Love Story

*requests are opened guys! stop being shy and give me something to write >:(

7 o’clock in the morning, you welcome another brand new day. That’s what you want to say, but the truth is, other than being the beginning of another 24 hours, there’s nothing else to it.

Wake up.

Get ready.

Go out.

Do work.

Eat dinner.

Go sleep.

It’s the same everyday, every season, every year. Nothing ever changes.

Maybe aside from the fact that there’s summer and winter breaks.

You stared at the graphic novel on your phone screen. Were you supposed to study for an exam? Which exam was it again? You can’t remember, but whatever.

You scrolled through the panels, pausing to read when the male character finally proposed to the female character. You wonder if you would also be able to experience that someday.

You know you are nothing special. You’re average looking, an average student, and an average human being with an average social class. Maybe you’ll never light up someone’s youth like they describe it in the romance novels, and maybe you’ll never experience a vigorous relationship like what they have either. But you do have someone to think of when the word “crush” is mentioned.

Trafalgar Law.

He’s a smart student, however not as popular as you’d think he would be.

Black hair, black eyes, dark circles, some golden piercings, well-built, yes, oh and polka dot jeans and hat. To be honest, if his face wasn’t shaped the way that it is, he wouldn’t be half as good looking as he is right now.

He doesn’t talk a lot, but you remembered all his likes and dislikes through his conversation with friends.

Law sits behind you in class, not directly behind, but close enough. You often glance back at him during break time, as he gets annoyed with his friends’ loudness.

“Why don’t you just tell him?” You’ve lost count on how many times your friend has told you this, “Come on, we’re going to graduate soon! At least, try.”

“Maybe.” You always reply.

On the day of graduation, people signed each other’s yearbooks, and then went to the grassy field to take pictures. It was a clear day, with blue sky and white clouds. Small beads of sweat formed on your philtrum and forehead due to all the running and walking around. The sun hung up in the sky as the camera snapped a photo of your class. With your friends’ encouragement, you stood next to Law, and it will remain there forever in the picture.

“Go.” Your friend nudges you.

You suddenly feel hotter than ever, the palms of your hands moist with sweat and you can barely hear a sound from around you.

You mastered up the courage to find Law. He was probably taking pictures with other people right now.

When you found him, he was alone in the shades of a tree. You were about to go up to him when a girl came running, handing him a bouquet of flowers.

That’s his sister. You recognize her. But it was school day, ah, she’s probably on lunch break right now. You thought.

Unwilling to waste another minute of her lunch break. Lami ran back into the building as fast as she could after saying a word of congratulations.

You chuckled.

Seeming to notice the noise, Law turned to look at you. You froze in place.

“Congratulations on graduating.” He smiled after saying your name.

That was the first time you‘ve seen him smile, even in the three years of sitting in the same classroom together.

“A-ah, congratulations to you, too!” You paused for a moment, just as he was about to speak again, you opened your mouth, “um, actually, I… I’ve been liking you for quite a while! If I have a chance, I don’t want to miss it! So…”

“I’m glad.” He cut you off, “Thank you!”

Eh? You looked up to him, he was smiling brightly but it sounds like you’re going to get rejected.

“I was going to tell you, but you spoke first.” He handed you the flowers, “I got these for you, actually.”

You let out a small gasp. No way.

“Let’s go out.” He grinned.

Maybe it wasn’t an interesting love story, but for you, it’s enough.

Being average doesn’t mean you can’t shine a light into someone else’s world.

#one piece #trafalgar law #trafalgar law x you #trafalgar d water law #trafalgar law scenario #trafalgar law x reader #trafalgar law x y/n #trafalgar law imagine #one piece oneshot #one piece scenario #boa-h

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gendervapor14 · 8 months

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Blanket and Warmth, please and thank you!

ooh thank you for the ask!! LET'S DIVE ON IN

🧡 Blanket: share a snippet where a character feels safe and loved.

how about an excerpt of cora and law from corazón de oro?

“Do you think anyone will ever love me? Now that I don’t have Lami anymore?”

His heart burned like it was lit with firecrackers. How long had this kid been wandering around, thinking he existed without being loved? Thinking he never would be loved? Although, it was a change in pace. He was asking about his future. Law knew he had a future. Law trusted Cora with his life.

“Of course, Law.” Cora replied, playfully knocking the brim of Law’s hat over his face, “Man, you were right, that was a stupid question.”

The boy snickered, fixed his hat and hair, but the laugh died out quickly. “How can you be so sure?”

“Because this world exists for love.” Cora enthused, tugging on the heart-shaped tails of his hat. “There are people all over the planet Law, friends to be made everywhere you go. Even in the most unlikely conditions. It’s not always instantaneous, sure. Might even take decades before you find your people, but…you’ll be loved. Just have to stay strong and love them in return. Catch them when they fall.”

“…right.” Law muted a yawn as he sniffed and leaned against his guardian again. “You say I’m smart but, you’re pretty smart too, Cora. Pretty stupid, most of the time, but sometimes you say stuff that makes a lot of sense.”

“Thanks, kid.” Cora shook his head as he furled himself into his coat with a dry sigh, “I do my best.”

The silence that came thereafter was comfortable. It was warm too, and as Rosinante adjusted himself to get more cozy, he realized Law was deadweight there beside him. Fast asleep. Arms wrapped around his waist. He kept a hand on the kid’s shoulder and let his head tip back against the tree trunk. Let the evening breeze carry him into a gentle slumber himself.

In his dream, he was falling. A nasty, reoccurring dream. Sometimes he fell forever and woke feeling dizzy. Sometimes he crashed somewhere harsh, unforgiving, and woke with a start.

This time, when he landed, there was someone there to catch him. Someone with gloomy eyes and a spotted hat. He didn’t wake in a cold sweat. He stayed in that warm embrace, and held on as dearly as he could, treasuring every last heartbeat.

🧡 Warmth: share a snippet that gives you the warm fuzzies.

this one is so hard i feel like none of my oneshots give me the warm fuzzies hhhh they just aren't long enough to impact me. i wanted to avoid using 01746 since it has an oc and such a sad ending but. there's this conversation between rosinante and sora in chapter 42 that still hits me in the gut every time i reread it.

He ran his thumb along the rounded edge of the receiver. “You think you’d deny a promotion if it was offered?”

“I…it depends. I think the highest I would accept is vice admiral. Like Tsuru. Admirals…they have to respond to the nobles directly. I wouldn’t feel comfortable in that position.”

Rosinante knew that. Yet, somehow, hearing it spoken out loud brought a sharper sense of realization through him. “…yeah. I don’t really want to be an admiral, either.”

“I’d be happy as a commodore for the rest of my life.”

“I’d be happy as a commander for the rest of my life.” He mirrored, “I’d…I’d be happy as anything, really. As long as I could still reach out to Sengoku sometimes. Live with you.”

Sora laughed at the little addendum, “Live with me, huh? Audacious, Rosinante.”

“Pardon me for thinking of peaceful things when resisting the urge to blow up this pirate hellhole.”

“You’re pardoned. You were a chore boy, after all, you’d be great at folding laundry.”

“Can’t believe I almost forgot about your chore boy obsession.” He snickered, rising up to his feet, “But…seriously, I…well, I guess this is a conversation for another day. We can figure out what to do with our lives after I lock Doffy up.”

A hopeful sigh. “Yeah. I’d love to have that conversation. I think you’ve been working for…a long, long time. And I think you at the least deserve a vacation, if not…something more permanent, when this is sorted. You’ve done so much for us, Rosinante. I’m not Sengoku, but I have a feeling he would agree with me when I say, if you did retire after this…you’ve already put in a whole life’s worth of duty. There would be no hard feelings whatsoever.”

The weight that lifted from him felt near euphoric. Although, there was a pull there, a lingering thread tugging at his heart. “But…didn’t you want to squash pirates? Bring me around with you, as the clumsiest hero of all time?”

A little laugh. “Well, if you want. But…we don’t have to be marines to be heroes, right? We can figure it out later, okay, Rosi? Don’t stress about this. Focus on Corazón, on Doflamingo. I’ll be here when you get back. For whatever life hands us next.”

this ask was from this ask list here! thanks again!! ♥

#genwrites #i almost did that snippet of cora and law at the apothecary's from 01746 instead of the sorazon #but then that'd be 2 cora and laws #don't want to beat you over the head with them #don't be fooled tho 01746 is 20% fluff and 80% plot and misery #i'm also shocked that i didn't link a modern au for either of these #but i think when the fluff hits in a sad canon story #it REALLY hits #donquixote rosinante #corazon one piece #trafalgar law #one piece original character #one piece oc #01746

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fic-pickyourpoison · 1 year

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Somewhere sometime I hope Lami Law and Cora-San are having a fluffy moment

At some where, some time —

The fire 🔥 crackles in the center of the clearing. The light of it casts dancing shadows along the snowbanks that crowd them in. The long, looming lines of the tree trunks that sway are a tad too reminiscent of his brother for comfort. Paranoia scratches at the back of his mind—convincing him that he has been seen, been found, been exposed.

Even now, hundreds of kilometers away, the Donquixote haunt him.

Doflamingo's shadow is always lingering over him, in the corners of his eyes. He's long since accepted this. He's not sure if he could ever comfortably continue through life without it. It is a reminder—it is his purpose. May the shadow continue to cling to him, so that he may one day extinguish it from the rest of the world.

No one can do it but him.

A loud, single snore distracts Rosinante from his thoughts.

A small, twig-like hand reaches over to grasp at the black feathers of his coat. A hat tumbles to the ground. On the other side of him, the girl inches closer to the heat of the fire and it is with mild desperation that Rosinante scrambles to catch her before her tiny body is set ablaze.

He waits several moments, sitting still with his fingers clutching at her coat. He counts. He waits. Finally, his body relaxes and accepts that the danger has passed.

( for now. )

Rosinante wonders how it has come to this—how such lively and independent and cruel and hostile children could be so soft and serene when asleep, inching closer and closer to any shred of warmth without even being aware of it. One might even second guess their true nature, seeing them like this. The rotting of their bodies leaves their lead-filled forms looking deceivingly harmless.

He understands their circumstances, of course. He can empathize with the children in every way possible. In every way that he hesitates to reveal.

Despite the disease that laces through their blood and bone, there is inexplicably strength.

A strength of mind that Rosinante has seen in very few. It is a strength that he can only relate to those who wield the name D.— for how else is he to describe the bright grit that these children wield? How else is he to describe the way they face the future with a single focus and the impossible, colossal ambition to tear away at the world that had taken so much from them?

His fingers card through the chalk-white of Lami's hair. He gently ushers Law's form so that he is tucked beneath his feathered cloak.

In the quiet moments, there is almost something... soft.

He wonders, he wonders—is this warmth that takes his chest the very same that convinced Sengoku to take him in?

It's almost a pitiful thought.

For over a decade, he has pondered whether or not he deserved the hand that had saved him. If he deserves the inexplicable warmth that Sengoku had chosen to extend to him. If maybe, just maybe, it was Doflamingo's strings and cruelty that the younger Donquixote deserves for Rosinante's inaction.

Rosinante smiles down at the chil— teenagers that rest against his side. He thinks he understands, now.

It... never was about worth, was it?

#disclaimer: don't consider this canon lol #drabbles #a quick quick drabble written at work #pls disregard any mistakes orz

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incorrect-hololive · 2 years

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Polka: Made Lamy scream last night.

Botan: What-

Polka: Screamed real loud.

Botan: What the hell.

Polka: Bet no one’s made her scream like I did.

Botan: Polka, I really don’t need to know this!

Lamy, who absolutely did NOT appreciate being pulled off her bed by the legs at 2 AM after having watched Paranormal Activity alone with the lights off in order to win a bet with Polka, which in hindsight was probably just the first part of a very elaborate, very mean joke: SHE REALLY DOESN’T NEED TO KNOW!

#source: tumblr #source: incorrectgundamwingsquotes #incorrect quotes #hololive #hololive jp #yukihana lamy #shishiro botan #omaru polka #submission #(yabai)#cw suggestive

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sabo-has-my-heart · 2 years

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Hey! Congrats on 200 followers, that's amazing! Can I get a Pokemon AU Law/reader (gender-neutral) where the reader has a mischievous hisuian typhlosion that runs off because it smells Law and is excited to see him again after so many years. Like, it was a cyndaquil when he and the reader were younger. He has an Umbreon that evolved from an eevee he had at the same time

The prompts are "Hey! At least give me a chance to explain myself!" And "Will you at least tell me why" with the concept that Law tried to distance himself from the reader when they were younger before disappearing (likely because he got caught up with Doflamingo things) so the reader is mad 💕

Warnings: pokemon AU, betrayal, abandonment, traumas, Law removing his heart

Word Count: 1282

The two of you had known each other back when you were children, one of the only people in Flavence who didn’t have White Lead Disease. One of only 2 people, 2 children, to make it out of Flavence alive. Being the only person in Flavence who didn’t show signs of White Lead, you had naturally been a source of study by Law and his parents who sought a cure, meaning you spent every waking moment with the family. Not that you minded, a little orphan child wandering the streets of Flavence alone before the fate that befell the city. Your only companion before Law had been a young Cyndaquil, a starving child, just like you, rooting through the trash. One who followed you after you gave it food the first time and dedicated itself to you when you continued to do so. After Law’s parents had given you your first pokeball, you’d introduced Cyndaquil to Law’s eevee, the two often playing together while Law studied and you were studied. You understood why Law changed after Flavence. Lami, his parents, everyone was dead except the two of you. He didn’t have reason to cure himself and you were seemingly immune. Still, you’d tried again and again to reach out to him, only for him to push you away, eventually disappearing and leaving you alone once more. A little orphan child, alone to wander the world.

Sighing, you stood up, petting Typhlosion’s head, small, purple flames sprouting around its neck as it let out a strange ‘pur’.

“We’re almost at the next island, I say we jump ship there and just… go with the usual plan.” you said, giving the pokemon a small smile. The purple flames flared slightly as Typhlosion sounded its agreement. The two of you had been hitching rides or stowing away, jumping from ship to ship as you traveled across the Grand Line, the two of you often getting into trouble. But it was something you were used to, it was what you’d done as an orphan child and it was what you’d done after Law abandoned you. It was a little lonely sometimes, but at least this way people couldn’t leave you again.

Typhlosion’s head perked up, sniffing the air, the two of you were barely off the ship, but it smelled something, something familiar. It smelled like a doctor’s office, coffee, death, and lead… white lead. Like that, Typhlosion was taking off, sprinting down the streets on all fours, forcing you to chase after it.

“Typhlosion, for the love of! This better not be like last time! I swear if you get us into that much trouble again, I’ll trade you for a Ratatta!” you shouted, chasing after the fire-ghost pokemon. By the time the pokemon stopped, you were breathing hard, looking confused as Typhlosion and an Umbreon seemed to be happily chatting away.

“A poke-huff-mon? That’s what this is-”

“Umbreon, get over here.” A voice said, making you look up, only to freeze in place. You’d seen the wanted posters, recognized the hat, his eyes were still the same piercing, yellow eyes. Your breath caught in your throat for a minute as Law looked at the Typhlosion before noticing your presence.

“Y/n.” Law said, looking at you in shock.

“L-Law.” his name left your lips before you could stop it, the young man walking up to you.

“It’s been a whi-” SLAP! The sound rang out, even among the loud chatter of the crowds,

Silencing a number of people for a moment before they returned to their own business. You could already feel your hand stinging, but it was nothing to the pain in Law’s cheek, his head turned to the side, skin reddening.

“You…” you growled, head lowered, a dark look in your eyes, “Typhlosion! We’re leaving!” you shouted, drawing the pokemon’s attention. Glancing between Law, Umbreon, and you, the pokemon finally sighed and trudged towards you. Before you could get much further than a couple of steps, Law’s hand was around your wrist, stopping you, only to have you whirling around, hand raised up once more. Not that it did much good, Law catching your wrist, holding both arms in his.

“Can we at least talk?” Law asked, a slight pleading look in his eyes.

“What’s there to talk about? You seemed to have said all you needed to say when we were 10 and you took off.” you hissed, attempting to tug your arms away, only to be stopped by Law’s firm grip.

“Hey! Come on, at least give me a chance to explain myself!… for old times sake?” Law asked, his normally hard look softening. You glared at him for a moment.

“Will you at least tell me why?” you asked, not even looking at him. Law knew what you were asking. Why had he left? Why had he left you alone?

“I… it’s… a long story.” Law said, finally, only for you to scoff.

“Well that’s too bad, because I’m only giving you 5 minutes.” you spat, not even bothering to look at him anymore. Law sighed before looking at you, he had one chance.

“Because I was planning to burn the world to the ground and didn’t want to drag you down with me.” Law said, doing his best to simplify why he’d left. It wasn’t the full truth, but it was the faster answer and maybe you’d let him explain further.

“Drag me down? You left me!” you snarled, your glare one again directed at him, yet 10 times stronger now, “I was all alone before I met you, all I had was Cyndaquil, you were all. I. had. I believed that you’d find a cure, that you’d figure something out, that you, of all people, would never leave me! Looks like I was half right. You found your damn cure.” you seethed, Law simply staring at you. He’d never seen such anger, such hatred in your eyes before. The look that once brought him so much comfort, so much hope, the one that a 10-year-old Flavence boy imagined he would one day see in front of a wedding altar, was gone, replaced by loathing, a loathing directed at him. Worse yet, with each word out of your mouth, he felt like he deserved your resentment. With each word, another dagger pierced his heart. His closest and oldest friend, left alone in the world. How had you suffered?

“Please, let me… give… I can…” Law hesitated, still not letting go of you, even as you started to struggle, “Y/n, I’m begging you for a second chance, anything to make this up to you.” Law said, finally. You glared at him, still furious with him.

“I’ll give you a second chance when you give me your still beating heart out of your chest!” you spat. Law let go of one of your wrists, using his devil fruit powers to, indeed, remove his heart, placing the organ in your hands as you stared at it in surprise. His still beating heart, removed from its place in his chest. It had always been yours anyways, it was still yours, each day, the young man thinking about you, missing you. Staring at the organ in your hand, your grip tightened around it slightly, making Law flinch in pain. It wasn’t as bad as if you squeezed it harshly, but it still hurt.

“A deal’s a deal. I’ll give you a second chance.” you stated, pocketing the organ. Law slowly let go of your wrist, sighing in relief when you didn’t run. It wasn’t much, but it was a glimmer of hope, hope that maybe you could be friends again, hopefully.

#trafalgar law #one piece law #one piece trafalgar law #trafalgar d water law #trafalgar law x reader #pokemon AU #angst #one piece angst

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hartxstarr-art · 2 years

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Introspection

800+ word count. mention of character death and transphobia (if you squint).

also on ao3

A walk down the Trafalgar line.

“Father,” Law inspected the photo’s back, searching for a name, a date, a note or scribble scrawled, something—anything. Searching, searching, searching. “What was Grandfather like?”

“Well—”

“A failure.” Great-Grandfather was always quick to insert himself into conversations—and his eyes were always so cold; even more so now, Law found. Icy. Almost white. Snatching the photograph up, he tore it in two effortlessly and pocketed the remains. “Don’t ever speak of him again.”

It wasn’t until the last specks of light faded from those eyes that Law found the courage to ask his father again. Layers and layers of dirt to act as his barrier.

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Trafalgar Vicker had been written out of his father’s will early on; a teenage rebellion that never ceased into his twenties—and when his imprudent and rambunctious lifestyle spawned new life, his own was taken before his child was even born.

His lover—at least, the one who bore his child—was given compensation enough to last the rest of her days and promptly denied any relation to the son left in his grandfather’s care.

Trafalgar Selene carried the shame of his father during every hour of every day. His illegitimacy was well-known, and the disapproval bled into every aspect of his life; his development moderate, his grades never high enough, his achievements lackluster. By the time his university days were over—despite graduating top of his class, early—his grandfather still hadn’t considered him worthy enough for succession.

The difference between Selene and his father were as profound as night and day. While Vicker was loud and confident, smirk upon his lips as he talked himself in or out of trouble, a deck of cards in his pocket and his wallet consistently empty, Selene kept mostly to himself—unsure of his own talents and shy about his hobbies in the presence of others; nothing but his studies, and later profession, he excelled in, few friends and fewer supporters.

However, somehow, miraculously, perhaps foolishly, Selene had inherited a bit of that defiance buried deep in the heart he possessed. He married in secret; pale moonlight seeping in through large windows, amongst hushed vows and a hurried kiss. A son was born a year later.

Trafalgar Law had a lot of weight placed upon his tiny shoulders. The house of Trafalgar had no definite heir, and he was expected to one day clean up the mess left before him. The name and the estate, the legacy his great-grandfather was leaving behind.

Three years into his life, his mother laid his palm flat against the curve of her belly and told him about the most important role he’ll ever have. That alone was enough for him to bare responsibility.

Only a handful of years later, the head of house, Trafalgar Artemis, died. On his deathbed, surrounded by few, he declared all that he possessed be placed into the hands of his grandson—and he was sure to assert his displeasure in doing so.

“You are not yet ready,” he had said, voice even and stern in his final moments. “I fear you will never be ready. But if not now, then never. So it is on you, Diana. Only you.”

The use of his true name seized Selene so abruptly that the words he meant to say caught in his throat. He swallowed nothing, thickly, and nodded instead. “Yes, Grandfather.”

“Teach Water all I have taught you.” And then, like an afterthought, “And keep watch on your other boy. He’ll need it.”

Trafalgar Lami was the first daughter in generations. A blessing, her parents thought. A disgrace, her great-grandfather had declared, not long before he passed. She was much too young to understand the nuances of his hatred, and her brother had made sure to steer her clear away from the elder—his death was something she did not remember, his presence faint in the very back of her mind.

“Father,” she had asked, careful to address him as she had been instructed to—but by who she didn’t know. Didn’t quite remember. Couldn’t. “What was Great-Grandfather like?”

Law opened his mouth, words fumbling over themselves in his haste, but their father simply smiled a smile he had never seen before, one where his eyes didn’t quite match, and said, “He was a smart man. Everything I know I had learned from him.”

“Not everything,” their mother countered, an angle to her brows that matched the upward quirk of her lips.

In the moment, Law didn’t think much of her comment, and his sister was satisfied with just that; but years later, in the cold depths of the sea, the memory resurfaced. Unprompted—much like many of his memories. Like the bit of sunlight reaching him through the window he sat near; sudden, and desperate, and fleeting, passing through the waves of his mind and crashing onto his shore with its force.

Not everything, her voice echoed, loud and clear. But not haunting. Never haunting. And as her tide washed back out to sea, Law wondered—not everything.

#trafalgar law #trafalgar lami #one piece #opfanfic #fic #fanfic #fanfiction #one piece fanfiction #one piece fic #one piece fanfic #my writing #trafalgar june #trafalgar selene #ocs #trafalgar artemis #trafalgar vicker

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loudhousecomicsandstories3 · 8 months

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they're here to save the loudcest universe

#the loud house #theloudhouse #the loudcest universe #the loudcest children #lamis loud #ace savvy

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mediicusvitae · 1 year

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@muselexum said: ❛ are you jealous? want me all to yourself, do you? ❜ //from Ace >:3c

The town was filled with colorful buildings with thatched roofs. Small boats were scattered across the bay, fishermen hauled in their catch, and cattlewomen herded sheep over the narrow bridges spanning over the canals. The Heart Pirates had docked on a warm summer island this time. Ace had promptly been attacked by the village kids, the children finding his towering build and indulgent nature nothing short of spectacular.

Barefoot kids ran past Lamy to pile atop him as if he was a jungle gym. Ace laughed as a little girl pulled herself up onto his arm like a bar and began rocking back and forth. Lamy smiled softly at the sight, glad that his recovery had progressed enough to allow him to indulge in such fun again.

Ace's eyes slid over to her then. Lamy's heart did the salsa as he caught her gaze, asking her if she was jealous, of all the things. She felt her face heat up. The children started giggling behind their little fists. No no no! Lamy slapped her cheeks and stapled a big red 'DANGER' sign above his freckled grin to the frontal lobe of her brain.

“Hmpf.” Lamy sent Ace a look, dramatically sticking her nose up into the air. She turned in a swish of brown pigtails, stubbornly trudging on into the opposite direction to finish her grocery shopping. “Couldn't care less about you, stupid fire fool,” she sing-songed, loud enough for him to hear as the kids respectively boo-ed and aww-ed after her retreating back.

#{ you sent in epilogue Ace I had to make this prologue Ace >:3c }#{ the babies... }#{ thank you for the food ♥♥♥ }#muselexum #And I found love where it wasn't supposed to be { AceLamy. }#{ ic. }#Verse { submarine's smile. }#{ asks. }

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mechaknight-98 · 4 months

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Gathering Act III: culling ritual

“How did you know? No one else knew it was me.”

“Well, you have a Sana walk,” I said. I tried to keep my language simple so she could reply as I remembered she struggled with English.

“Well I went to one of y'all concerts a while back so maybe that's it,” I said.

Sana stroked my chin and said, “No that's not it. So what brings a strong psionic like you here.” her words sent all kinds of alarms in my head. So I chose my next words carefully

“Oh I was getting food and I saw you and wanted to ask if you would sign this,” I said as I pulled out a photo card.

“How do you know me?” I ask worried

“Oh, Dahyun’s friend Gahyeon mentions her crazy little brother. Also, you're pretty big news having fought at an award show after winning song of the year.” Sana teases

Broken out of whatever trance I was in I said in a louder tone “Younger brother? I'm older than her!”

“Oh, there's the excitement I've heard so much about.” Sana teased

I relaxed enough to talk to Sana like she was a regular person so I asked the following, “Okay what's your deal? Are you a succubus?”

Sana's eyes widened as she said “Straight to the point like Siyeon. Tell you what tell me your deal and I'll tell you mine.”

“I'm just a normal psionic,” I respond

“That's it?” Sana questions

“Yeah my power is just super weird and I have had it for so long it's been able to evolve twice not three times as of my 21st birthday,” I explain

“Evolve three times so that means you've had your power since you were one year old!” Sana exclaims

“Yeah, it has kinda been a pain, to be honest,” I reply

“Really?” Sana asked

“Yeah,” I confided.

“So how does it work I have been told and seen different things,” Sana asked intrigued

“Okay, so you aren't a slime Hydra?” Sana asked.

“I don't think so although… I don't know. Lami Orochi has always been in here ”I explained as I pointed to my forehead

“Well since you've been such a good boy I'll let you in on a secret. I am not a succubus but a psionic like you. My power is just similar to one.” Sana explained

“Oh so like Rogue from X-men?” I said

“Who?”Sana asked. I forget that not everyone knows who the X-men are.

“Oh right here's a video,” I said as I showed her a video explaining Rogue.

Sana smiled as she watched then turned to me and said, “Yes I'm that." Sana laughed before adding "Thank you for sitting with me and chatting. You're the first person not to freak out about me.”

“Well, I've seen a lot. So not much phases me. Have a nice day Mrs. Minatozaki.” I say as walk away.

Before I am out of reach Sana grabs me and says “You know we should hang out sometime later. You're pretty cool.”

“If it's a date I'm sorry I can't but as friends sure.”

Sana pouts roll her eyes, and then smiles the hungry smile before saying “Whatever. I'll see you soon. Enjoy the photo card you better not sell it.”

I nod as I head by to Connor and Dexter who had watched the entire thing and we're laughing at me.

“Dude you are so lame.” Connor teased as I sat back down.

“Well excuse me for being starstruck she is one of my ult biases,” I reply

“Oh that's surprising, but isn't Sakura also one of your ult biases?” Dexter added I nod and explain

“My ult biases are as follows Hasuel of Loona, Dami, Sakura, and all of twice. Yujin being my SO also has her special position.”

“So you just can't choose one of Twice?”

“They were my first girl group who got me into K-pop. They will always be my ult biases.”

“That's remarkably wholesome and thoughtful of you.”

My two friends smile at me then Dexter asks, “How do you have such a good relationship with your past?”

I shrug. We sit down and eat together all the while just enjoying each other's time.

We decided to play a fighting game for a little bit while we waited I picked a more set-based play character which didn't go unnoticed by the other two.

"Oh, you're playing him. that track," Connor says confidently

"Oh, really how so?" I ask

"dude you play Sultai," Connor says as if that answers everything

"I don't see how that applies," I say confused

"This gives me a better idea" Dex asserts

"Oh word what is it?" Connor asks

"Come on let's go," Dex says

I watch as Dexter opens a dimensional door. Connor and I walk through followed by Dex who has taken us to an open warehouse area.

"So you want to spare?" I ask

"Yes, I want to see what you're capable of because I have only seen glimpses," Dexter says

"Okay. Hey after this since we are in New York can we get Brooklyn Style Pizza?" I ask

"Oh, 100%," Dexter said

"Cool... Yo, why don't we hang out more often as just guys y'all are super cool." I asked

Connor and dexter blush before smiling. "Well this is the first time we have been able to, and you don't drink so we can't go to bars together," Connor answered

"Ok...I am going to do something that seems scary but bear with me. I have to mentally prepare to fight" I said to Dexter. Dexter nods and tells me to "take all the time I need."

"That was pretty cool," he said as we got up. "I never knew slime could be so versatile," Dexter exclaimed

"Well yeah, non-newtonian liquids are quite fun to use," I say

"You're telling me. I watched you use it as defense offense and more" Connor said running close. "Your weapon is also insane what is it?"

"Oh, that's recollection. it's a multi-tool I use when fighting."

"Thanks, I say appreciative," I say

"So that slime what was that?" Dexter asks

"I don't know. the most I can say is think of it like mimeoplasm." I say

"Mimeoplasm?" Connor asks

"Yeah like the commander from 2011," I explain

"I don't think I have seen that before," Dexter says to which Connor nods

"Oh okay, I'll pull it up then," I say

"Oh, that thing. okay, that makes more sense." Connor said reading the card and then handing it to Dexter

Hey Tj-ah."

"Hi Chae how are you today?

"I'm good."

Chaewon sits next to me and smiles. we sit in silence for a moment before she asks, "Hey did you see that Astrid is doing another of the GG mega mixers?"

"No, I didn't tell me more?"

"Well it's Gen three and I know all the Izone girls have agreed to do it. she also got Twice, Dreamcatcher, Red Velvet, Loona, and ClC."

I groan at that, but don't let my emotions run too plainly.

"Oh, why didn't you know? We thought you would be back. She told us she's bringing all the old staff back for the first one?"

"No, she didn't but also me and Astrid aren't in the best place right now," I explain to Chaewon. She looks at me with a worried look.

"So you aren't helping?"

"Not currently."

Chaewon sends a text on her phone before sending a flurry of them. after that Chaewon nestles in closer.

"You know I am dating Yujin right Or at least am trying to?"

"Yeah, but you're just so cuddly and warm. Besides what if she can't be set free what will you do then?" Chaewon defends herself.

I look at her and my confidence falters for a moment. I haven't considered things not working out, even for a moment, "Okay well I will let you chill but..." I say to Chaewon

"I know, I know Yujin can't hear about this," Chaewon says

A few minutes later I get a call from Aurora. Surprised I answered the call

"How did you find out about the GG Mega Mixer?" She yelled.

"Dear, They aren't going to listen."

"What why do you think that?" Yujin asks

"Their looks. It's a look I have seen numerous times." I said

"What do you mean." Yujin questions

They aren't looking at me they are looking at this" I said as I pointed to my skin

"What's wrong with it? I like you that should be enough right?" Yujin asked curiously

"I wish but I don't think they will understand." I ponded

"Why not?" Yujin asks

"Well the first thing that caught my eyes was how their body language changed when I walked in, and you know what, let's go in," I say

I smile and say "For sure, but I think Sana is trying to steal me." I tease

"Of course she is," Yujin says as she rolls her eyes

"Don't worry she scares me," I reply

"You scared of her. I learn something new about you every day. Let's go our friends are waiting for us." Yujin teased. I give a thumbs up and follow her.

We arrived back at the Ive dorm where everyone was waiting. I shrug and say. "it's over for now."

"I missed you, dummy," she said with a pout.

I shrug and say, "Life is strange."

Aurora smiles and then says to me, "Now go be the hero and help our sister." I nod as I walk to Astrid's room. she is still in bed crying. I face her and pick her up.

"Come on Ash we have work to do!" I bellow.

"No, I just want to die," Astrid said between sobs

"No, you don't. You are just emotionally distraught because you got into a fight with your girlfriend whom I am going to help you get back." I challenged

"what do you know about relationships," Astrid questioned

"Enough now come on. Shower you smell like spaghetti and depression." I tease

Alex was walking by and began laughing at my statement. we got in one of her cars after she cleaned herself and we drove to Emma's spot out in Korea. I walked up first and she came out

"Are you here to kill me?" Emma asks

"Nah I come bearing gifts. I say as I gesture to Astrid who's still at the wheel. Astrid waves awkwardly. then Emma turns to me. She shifts uncomfortably.

"Why do this...it doesn't change anything between us?" Emma questions

"Well you make Astrid happy and honestly you two are perfect for each other so...besides I need her at least somewhat normal so we can do this mega mixer. I explain

"So this is a selfish choice." Emma discerns

"Oh completely. you take care of Astrid, and I can focus." I elaborate

"What if I say no?" Emma questions

"I will hype her up to never talk to you ever again I guess?" I answer

"You wouldn't dare." Emma Hisses

"I would and have done this. she is my homie. she's crazy and at times cringe but I love her still. so what will it be?" I propose

"Fine, but this still changes nothing," Emma states matter of fact

"I know. I look forward to our next duel. Could I just ask a favor?" I inquire

"You may and I may or may not grant it." Emma hesitates

"Cool can you not send opponents during filming I'd like to give this all my attention and help your girlfriend produce the best product," I ask

"That is fair." Emma relents

"Great now Go kiss your girlfriend, and make-up already," I say to Emma

Emma walked around me but not before asking.

"How are you handling your break up I heard it was quite abrupt?" She said bluntly

"I am angry, sad, and want her company to burn but honestly, that's the least of my worries," I reply

"Really?" Emma interrogates

"I have a job to do and responsibilities," I say pointing to her and Astrid

The first thing I noticed about the ladies was that they were pretty...like way prettier than what I had seen. Almost too pretty. it set me on edge, which let me focus on their words.

"Hey girls what brings you here?" Astrid asked. Jihyo responds and while they do talk a text shows up on my phone. I open it to see Sana having taken a sneaky picture of me.

"Long time no see." the text says. I look at her and I roll my eyes. before I could text a response I got a notification. It is from a reputable K-pop news sight.

"Will we be forced to do a bikini beach episode?" Mina asked

The combination of the mental image of Twice in Bikinis but also the absurdity of the question took me out of the funk I was in and straight into a hurricane of confusion.

"Um, What?" I asked

"You're the coordinator/MC...Are we forced to do a Bikini episode?" she asked again this time hesitantly. I brought my hands together as I tried to think of the appropriate answer.

A little later Mina walked out she looked at her before laughing. When she saw that I wasn't nearly as jovial she paused and said "I am sorry if I offended you or made you uncomfortable."

"Ah don't worry about it. I just wasn't expecting that." I dismiss her worries and try to not think about everything in my head too much. I go back to deck-building when I feel eyes still on me. I look over to see Mina still there. she's looking over my shoulder trying to see what I was doing.

"Oh, I am sorry what's that you playing on your phone," Mina asks

"Oh, this it's Magic The Gathering. A Collectible Card Game I play." I answer

"Oh, that art is pretty...I like the art," Mina coos

"Yeah it's pretty cool, but don't fall into the trap I did when my high school friend introduced me to it," I respond

"Is it not good?" Mina asks surprised

"Honestly that's not the issue the game is fantastic the company who runs it...well less so," I explain

Mina pouts then looks at me confused, and asks, "Oh, Why?"

"Well, the company is money-hungry and it leaves many players in a bind of chasing the high," I say with a blank expression

"Oh. so why do you still play?" Mina asks.

"the same reason I keep living. I live on the hope it will get better, and it always seems on the verge like I can almost taste it," I say plainly.

"Oh don't stop because of us." Dahyun teases. Embarrassed I booked it out of there.

As I leave I say to Astrid, "See you tomorrow." before taking the stairs down.

Over the next day, I recovered by not talking to anyone who reached out. I sent texts out to everyone explaining today was an "off day" for me and needed some space.

You wanna know who that didn't stop Mina from reaching out,

"I wouldn't be here if I didn't have to be, but I need your help," Emma said fast and unamused

I nod and point behind myself before saying, "Oh word? I got you. Should I get my BRIPE stuff?"

Emma groaned, nodded, then said, "Yes God why are you charitable with your time?"

I shrug as I answer, "Well It brings me peace to be so. I follow my peace."

Emma smirks and teases "I am stealing that."

I give her a thumbs-up when I am finished and ready to go. "Cool. Okay, I am ready let's go."

Emma smiles, "Excellent."

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