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thefamousbeatricebook · 9 months
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A stupid fan theory, nevertheless-
So, I just finished reading ACOTAR for the first time after a couple of years, and My refusal was initially  because a couple of years ago I was a big brain book snob who wouldn’t read “ tiktok books” but thank fuck I’m not anymore because- OMMGMGMGMGMJDIHGSUYEGURRHG HELLLLLOOO. AZRIEL? HI LUCIEN? DON’T EVEN GET ME STARTED ON THE YA FANTASY YA’LL I AM SCREEECHINNNG.
Anyway.
Imagine if Rhys and Feyre weren't suppose to be mates, but because Rhys had basically had fallen in love with her by the time of her mortal death, that the magic in him from the cauldron recognised his want and forged the bond he had already felt with her much more thoroughly than any mate bond before, essentially doubling the mate bond and it's strength.
 I need to go touch some grass.
Idk this is something that just popped up into my head this isn’t a researched fact ppl
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Chapter 30 - Old Messages, pt. 8. Episode 2.
Congo: As they found a booth to sit down in at the bistro, he looked at George a bit wondering So why exactly are we meeting here George? I know this isn't just the 'congratulations train'… or breakfast burritos…
George: He smiled friendly and nodded Correct. I do come with quite a lot of topics, but let's order first, and then I can start filling you in. You'll need some energy to digest all of this. He smiled softly Don't worry, there is mostly good news.,… and here I mean the really good kind.
Congo: Smiled softly That all sounds really welcome, however, I do hear the word mostly, so I wont relax too much until I have heard it all. He picked up a menu and pushed the other menu in Georges direction, quickly running his eyes over the letters so when the waitress joined them, he had already put his menu down, smiling at her politely I'll take a round of the sausages, bacon and eggs with two pieces of bread on the side, 2 blueberry pancakes and a slice of apple pie…. oh, and a big mug of coffee.
George: Nodded at Congo, then turned to the waitress And for me an omelet and a slice of apple pie….. aaand make that 2 big mugs of coffee, please. As the waitress left he padded Congo's hand gently Now listen… this is all a bit on the freakshow side, so if you have questions, or I lose you somewhere, feel free to pause me or ask questions. Gabriella filled me in during the night, so it's all very new for me as well. First and foremost I have to let you know, Gabriella is at Sparkle's house, she is waiting there to greed Andy, and will fill him in on the same things I'll be filing you in on. So when we are done here, you and Andy will know the exact same things, except one matter, which I'll share with you last. Are we okay so far?
Congo: Nodded agreeing and smiled politely at the waitress as she brought their coffee, quickly sipping the coffee a few times to wash his mouth from Andy, more or less against his will, but just to be on the safer side
George: Smiled friendly at Congo and sipped his coffee I'm afraid there's no way to ease you in, so prepare yourself for another roller coaster ride. But hopefully a better one than the previous ones. He took a big breath, and smiled softly You know that old saying, 'he, or she, is my soulmate'?
Congo: He nodded softly and sipped is coffee
George: Well, it's not quite like that… That's more the romanticized, version of it, although it's not far off. I'm sure you know that in many animal species, one or both of the animals picks a mate and stays with that one mate for the rest of their life? It's like that with humans too , but since we are further evolved than many other species, our mating system is also further evolved. Our mating system works as such; Our mates are pre-destined for us, depending on a lot of factors, like genes, smell, taste, good compatibility in DNA and so on. A mate is picked for us when we reach the age of 18, and do we happen to find this person, we will be able to feel a strong connection with them, stronger than with any other person we will ever meet. We will be able to feel a love we never thought existed, and do things we never thought possible for this one person. We only get one mate, so do we miss out on this mate, we will not get assigned another mate. That doesn't mean we are destined to run around living an empty life, we are more than capable of loving other people beside our mate. But do we pick to be with our mate, it's a bond that will rarely ever break again. Picking to be with our mate, and sealing that bond, is done by a marriage ceremony, it does not matter what kind of marriage, in what culture or what religion it is performed in. When two mates are married, almost nothing will be able to break their bond. Mates are as such not made for each other, we are all individually born, and as we grow up, and our personality evolves we will be paired with our mates. These mate-pairs can be detected only by people who practice the old form of art named Witchitatu, an old Navaho art form of magic. He sipped his coffee and smiled softly at the waitress as she brought their food Thank you very much. As she nods and walks off, he continues Gabriella and her family practices this art… And through that, Gabriella can over time receive information about her own mate, or even mates of other people close to her. This info shows up in the form of visions. Two days ago, when you and Andy declared your love for each other, Gabriella had such strong vision, it woke her up from heavy sleep and gave her nosebleed. She contacted her sister, and together they were able to piece the fragments of the vision together. He smiled softly and sipped his coffee It turns out, sometimes even mother nature screws up. On your 18th birthday, your mate was picked out. But your mate was but a baby when this happened. However, this is not the screw up, since even then as he was an infant, you already shared the bond of mates, which means, your bond is even stronger than regular bonds between mates. However, where the screw up happened was, when your mate grew up, on his 18th birthday, he was assigned not only the mate he already had, but also a second mate. He sighed softly turns out, you are Andy's mate, and therefor he's also your mate… but Andy's second mate… is A.
Congo: He stared at George a bit, letting the fork drop out of his mouth, then he took his napkin, spat out the food he had in his mouth in it. He got up, walking out of the bistro, crossing the road and disappeared between a few trees in the forest across the street
George: Signaled the waiter I'll pay now honey, but please don't take our food, we will be back in 5 minutes… but if we aren't back in 10 you can clear it out, okay? As she nodded George hurried after Congo, finding him sobbing with his forehead against a tree Congo… He placed a soft hand on Congo's upper back, gently stroking him I know it seems hopeless, but you have to…
Congo: Interrupted George I can't compete with him, the creature of the night…. so it's over.
George: Shook his head softly Not necessarily. Hear me out please… this thing, double mating someone, happens rarely, very rarely. But when it does, there's always a stronger connection with one of the mates.
Congo: Sobbed and interrupted again Yes, and I have seen those two together, plus I'm just a mere human… A is all magical and shiny to Andy…. plus he has that whole vampire magnetism… Andy sucks it right up!
George: He raised his voice, but kept it warm And yet your connection with Andy is stronger.
Congo: He turned and looked at George with red, teary, confused eyes What?
George: Nodded softly and padded his shoulder
Congo: Sniffled his nose But how? Are you even sure?
George: Positive. We didn't know until this night. Gabriella and her sister performed a spell to guide them to find Andy's strongest connection, and it lead her to you. That whole process is very hush, so she can't tell us the spell itself, we will have to trust her. But she knows what she's doing, and the spell is flawless. There is no doubt, that you are in fact the strongest connected male. If you think about it… why would Andy risk everything he has been fighting for with A, including a marriage and the possibility of becoming immortal, which he so desperately wants, just for the simple reason that he just, two days ago, learned that you are in love with him? Andy's world collapsed when you told him those words, but in the ruins of that, a tiny, but very strong flower grew, and if we protect that flower, it will grow big and impossible to destroy.
Congo: He started sobbing softly again
George: Wrapped his arms around him Come here…
Congo: He spoke between the sobbing So he's really truly mine?
George: Nodded firmly Without a doubt. Andy is yours. But since he's also technically A's, we have to work together, to get him out of that whole situation, so he can be united with his strongest mate. And that's the tricky part, but we will not give up till we succeed. I have tried to make both Gaby and her sister look into the future, but everything is very very vague at the moment and constantly shifting, due to Andy being at a crossroad. The first step, is for him to finally choose which mate he wants to be with, and not only choose with his heart. His soul and brain has to be in it as well. When he makes that choice he will step out on one of the two roads, and he will be able to marry either you or A, sealing the mate bond forever. Of course we want him to choose you, for obvious reasons…
Congo: Sighed deeply George, I just want him to be happy… even if that means he will choose A…
George: Smiled softly I know, but Andy will be truly most happy with his strongest connected mate. It's destined Congo. It's meant to be. He sighed softly It wont come easy, and it will most likely be a long and at times dangerous process, and if Andy… when Andy's heart, soul and mind comes together and definitive picks you, we will have to do the marriage ceremony as quickly as possible, so your bond will be impossible to break. That doesn't mean you or any one of the people involved will be immune to whatever A or any other of his kind may want to do to you. So we have to fade Andy out of A's life. Making a clear break will cause too much suspicion, and it won't take him long to figure what is happening, and Gabriella's family, is not doubting he will raise hell. So we have to fade Andy out, make sure a break will look like it comes from A's side, and not Andy's, but still keeping Andy safe. It's tricky, its complicated, but it can be done. If you trust us, and if you stay patient.
Congo: Sighed deeply I can't George. I can't put his life in danger.
George: His life is already in danger! We will do our best to protect him, and to strategically plan everything step by step. I promise you, they are very capable people, and they believe in themselves. They have educated themselves on A's family, since they learned about Andy and A's engagement. They are not going into this blindfolded.
Congo: Shook his head and sighed deeply It's still too risky. I will risk anything for him, including my own life. But I wont risk his.
George: I can't guarantee, of course, since I can't predict the future, and the future is constantly changing anyway, depending on what happens in the now… but, I can honestly say, I don't believe it will ever come that far as long as Gabriella's clan and family is involved. If we get Andy through a marriage ceremony with you, Gabriella's family and clan will be willing to adopt you guys. It doesn't change you much, unless you want to. They do not make immortals though, but few minor powers can be passed on for protection, and they can later be taken back, if one would wish. However, in the adoption process, there will be put a code on both of you, Andy already received one when A adopted him. It's a line of numbers or letters on your skin. Us humans can't see them, but immortals can. However, this special form of code Gaby's clan will make on you guys are always kept invisible, unless one of the clan members calls on it to be shown. In a case like that, it will be shown for a minute or two, a small time period, but long enough for the viewer to read that you guys are off limit.
Congo: Frowned deep and groaned I don't like the idea of being owned… I'm not a calf… or horse…
George: Gaby's clan will of course sign a binding paper, that no one is to use you guys in any way. That you are your own persons, and that this adoption has no effect on you besides protection. But of course we understand if you need a few days to think about it, but decisions has to be made soon. Maybe it wouldn't be bad to ask Andy what he thinks? Unfortunately he can't just speak out, saying he picks you, the soul, heart and mind has to fall together in the decision, which can take a while, since he's already engaged to A and furthermore loves him deeply. Your love, and the love he has for you, has to triumph the love he shares with A. Again, it's far from impossible… and as the girls look into the future, they can sense a mortal marriage ceremony… but that's how things looked last night after your engagement, that future can already have changed due to your words here… We do understand if you need some time to catch up with everything… but in order to succeed, we need to start soon. You need to show Andy, how life with you would be, vs the chaotic life with A, he deep down inside knows its no good for him. He loves you Congo, an undeniable love even A is already detecting… if he figures out for sure, you can be sure none of us will ever see Andy again.
Congo: His eyes started flickering and his legs started shaking I know George! But don't put this on me! Don't make me put his life in danger! Don't make me risk his life, risking my own is enough! Being married to Andy, being his mate and him being mine, all of that, sounds like the most beautiful thing I could ever imagine… but the possible bad outcomes are too much to risk. I'm sorry, but I can't! He ran out from between the trees, and as he stood in the middle of the road, thinking about where to run, a big truck came roaring around a corner
George: Yelled at the top of his lungs CONGO! WATCH OUT!!
Congo: *As he turned, and in almost slow motion watches the truck roar towards him, his life flashed before his eyes, and all he saw was Andy smiling, a single tear runnng down his cheek, his eyes closing, and all sound drained from his ears, all he saw and heard was Andy smiling and laughing, telling Congo he loves him.
Andy: He padded Congo's cheek firmly Congo? Sniffled his nose Congo? Are you okay?… please open your eyes… please… I beg you…
Congo: Slowly opened his eyes, blinking a few times as he saw Andy laying on top of him, with tears streaming down his cheeks. After blinking a few times, he can see Gabriella and George standing bent over him as well… and as he started gaining back full conscience he can hear a few people talking around them. He lifted his arms from the ground and wrapped them around Andy, pulling him tight against his chest, speaking in a hoarse voice I'm okay…sssh sssh… I'm okay..
Andy: He gasped and looked at Congo, then started sobbing silently, pressing his face against Congo's chest
Congo: Gently stroked his back and hushed him a few more times, then looked a bit confused at Gabriella and George What happened?
Gabriella: Sparkle insisted I as soon as Andy showed up at her house, would throw him in my car and drive him back up here, she feared you were gonna freak out and take off. So it was better for everyone to fill Andy in on the car ride up here. And luckily we had just parked my car as that truck came roaring, if it wasn't for your crazy fiance, you would have been nothing but a pancake! He flung himself in front of that truck and pushed both of you to safety, just in the last split second before you had both been dust.
Congo: He looked down at Andy with tears in his eyes You idiot… you could have gotten killed! He kissed Andy's hair gently
Andy: He coughed a bit from the sobbing So could you! I already told you, I don't wanna lose you! I cant live without you! So don't make me!
Congo: Hugged him even tighter I'm sorry…
Andy: Sobbed loudly I don't know what's worse? -That you almost got killed or almost left me?! He got up and slapped Congo hard, crawling few meters away, and curled up on the ground, sobbing loudly as his body started shaking
Congo: He sat up straight Andy… I… I don't want to risk your life… that does not mean I don't love you… I love you more than anyone else! He quickly got on his feet and walked to Andy, squatting down next to him, softly stroking his back
Andy: Wiggled his shoulders Don't touch me!
Congo: Sighed softly Andy, please listen to me… you heard the whole story, right?… can't you see it's insane? we will never win… we will only lose! And your life is too much to gamble on an already lost game.
Andy: You don't know how I feel about you! He got up fast you don't know shit! But it's so easy always doubting me! And what we might be able to get if we were together! I'll gladly sacrifice it all, including my life, even if I have never had more will to live than I have now!… cause a life without you… is just something I can't face! And I won't! I didn't even think before throwing myself in front of that truck, I saw you, I saw the truck, and then I flew through the air! I have never felt anything so strong before… EVER! Not even with A! NEVER!
Congo: But Andy… as soon as he tries to leave you, you almost die in the process…
Andy: He shouted between his tears That's because I knew nothing about our love!!! Now I know, and it literally grows stronger and stronger for each second! How can you stand here and deny me only hours after you proposed to me?! I know a lot of things has changed, I know we just got buried under possible the biggest pile of shit we will ever be buried under… but Congo… for fuck sake… George believes I'm strong enough for this… he believes my strength lies in you! Sure I won't stop loving A today, tomorrow and maybe not even a year from now, maybe I'll always love him because of the bond… but I know I love you more… I don't know how that's possible, or how I even know… but I know… I feel it running through my whole body! I feel it right here he pressed a hand against his chest and groaned loudly, as he fell to his knees
Congo: Gasped and grabbed his shoulders What's happening?
Gabriella: Looked confused and scared I don't know… I looked worried at George
George: Andy… he placed a firm hand on his back Try to breathe, I think you are having a panic attack… try to relax….
Andy: Groaned from pain and grabbed on to Congo's shirt, grinding his teeth as he spoke You… are breaking… my heart! He gasped for air you are breaking…. my heart!
Congo: Looked at Gabriella with despair in his eyes Please do something!
Gabriella: Shook her head, tears streaming down her cheeks I have never seen anything like this… I can't help! Only you can help!
Congo: Started sobbing loudly Try to calm down Andy… I'm right here… I won't leave… tell me what to do! Please!
Andy: Sobbed loudly Just love me… just love me forever… just never leave me… I want you… and only you… I don't care at what cost!!!… you are my mate… my true mate… I love you with all of me… don't ever walk away!! Please! It kills me! It kills me inside! I wanna marry you and be yours only! He sobbed loudly why can't you believe in us?
Congo: He fell to his knees, sobbingly leaning his forehead against Andy's Tell me how to fix this! I beg you! I can't stand seeing you like this!
Andy: Sobbed uncontrollably and fell to the ground as he fainted
Congo: Leaned over him and picked up his head from the ground Nononononono don't leave me! Don't leave me! I love you so much, Andy! Come back to me! Please come back! He checked Andy's pulse with shaky hands Please, I can't stand going through this again! I'll do anything if you come back! I'll do this with you! I'll marry you! Just come back and choose me! Please choose me over him! Please! I beg you! I beg you with all my heart! I beg you with my life!
Andy: His skin sorta started glowing, and for a few seconds, he levitated a few cm's over ground, making George look around nervously, but to his relief all of the bystanders had long gone left the scene when nothing seemed to be exiting enough to look at. Andy's face gained a pink glow, and as he opened his eyes they too seem to almost glow. Then he fell back into Congo's arms and sighed deeply, speaking in a calm soothing almost singing voice Congo… I choose you.
Gabriella: Nodded at Congo as he looked up at her, squealing as she wraps her arms around George's throat
Congo: Looked back down at Andy Did all of you choose me?
Andy: Nodded softly Yes… all of me. I feel so calm inside. Like every worry and tension is gone, like I'm floating on air. Kiss me…
Congo: Sobbed happily as he pressed his lips against Andy's, drawing him closer to himself
George: Looked at Gabriella as tears starts running down his cheeks, smiling softly Did he really choose?
Gabriella: Smiled bright Yes, yes he did. I feel the energy all around us.
Congo: Sobbed softly as he chuckled happily Did you pick me? Am I really so lucky? I can't even wrap my head around all of this, but I'm so fucking happy! Thank you! Thank you! Thank you!
Andy: Chuckled happily through his own tears Don't thank me… I'm so fucking happy you are my mate! It's perfect! It's beyond perfect! I wouldn't want it any other way!
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wendywills · 7 months
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Make Your Mark (on Wattpad) https://www.wattpad.com/story/351559114-make-your-mark?utm_source=web&utm_medium=tumblr&utm_content=share_myworks&wp_uname=Willisjay&wp_originator=Ttgy4JG5aOC6jQR827lkUBHLo9vbI68jQ%2BfpMjA8k5ZHEtxMartKw9cStE0k9MjnEuSM2QDTeVwyZ%2FPFRbmBBFK8JHcjT7Htnbo81znkuZN6cgnMKVgqfJppICLa2VY%2B Jorja Wynn is just looking to carve out a place for herself. An arranged marriage to the handsome son of a fellow Fae family is not what she wants. Rejecting that in favor of college was a hard pill to swallow for her prominent family. Her mother has made it clear her whole life that she needs to hide who she is for her own protection. Fairies don't last long in any realm but particularly this one. There is so much she doesn't know about herself. What will she discover as she tries to blend in at this human college Sage Hills? Who is this determined stranger that is asking her questions that could risk everything and everyone she's ever loved? Bruin Fisher was born the second son to the beta of the Whispering Sun pack. With his older brother in place to take over as the packs next Beta, Bruin has spent the last two years at Sage Hills College trying to find his way. What he has mostly found is the bottom of a beer bottle and the beds of his beautiful human schoolmates. Finding a mate is not part of his plans. Finding a mate who could threaten the safety of his pack and possibly change the very fabric of his whole life....unthinkable. Worlds are starting to collide as two strangers begin to discover they know even less than they thought about themselves, their own families, their futures and a love that could change them both.
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jeordiedravenx80 · 9 months
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GRAVE DESIRES - Gotcha (on Wattpad) https://www.wattpad.com/1362932433-grave-desires-gotcha?utm_source=web&utm_medium=tumblr&utm_content=share_reading&wp_uname=JDRAVENX80&wp_originator=TVWrxArB91%2FyKPUWvg1HS2dQY9XroKaoTaO6uVquUk4PU2tynahpSz69gJmpULYUFx5ccN13e80QUkgaiQQeuIfS9txfuP69HuDUnSG3fv8w9d71%2Bnz77w17rdWq8CwI "You might not want me, mouse, but you're my blood mate so there's nothing you can do about it. We have a mutual loathing towards one another, but that can be overlooked when I am taking you from behind. There's nowhere to run, nowhere to hide. No matter where you go, I will find you."
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irontigercolor · 1 year
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𝐆𝐎𝐋𝐃𝐄𝐍 𝐃𝐑𝐄𝐀𝐌 [𝑽𝒐𝒍𝒕𝒖𝒓𝒊 𝑲𝒊𝒏𝒈𝒔] - Prologue (on Wattpad) https://www.wattpad.com/1141804168-%F0%9D%90%86%F0%9D%90%8E%F0%9D%90%8B%F0%9D%90%83%F0%9D%90%84%F0%9D%90%8D-%F0%9D%90%83%F0%9D%90%91%F0%9D%90%84%F0%9D%90%80%F0%9D%90%8C-%F0%9D%91%BD%F0%9D%92%90%F0%9D%92%8D%F0%9D%92%95%F0%9D%92%96%F0%9D%92%93%F0%9D%92%8A-%F0%9D%91%B2%F0%9D%92%8A%F0%9D%92%8F%F0%9D%92%88%F0%9D%92%94-prologue?utm_source=web&utm_medium=tumblr&utm_content=share_reading&wp_uname=GyasiaLiburd&wp_originator=qY1F7hl76uvgXHtLYqEDuhC51vOTIcnGV8LLyd2ztX7QZp2Ee1jdtr%2BvU3KnSSuYg4jEyJbNaJDdj7qve8AKqeA29uAZK0cxoYzXC3IMQI9Uk9cmlCq56El2sol9iero Yᴏᴜʀ ꜰᴇᴇʟɪɴɢs ᴀɴᴅ ᴍɪɴᴇ ᴀʀᴇ ᴀʟʟ ʟᴏɴᴇʟʏ ᴀɴᴅ ᴅᴀᴡɴ ᴄᴏᴍᴇs ʏᴏᴜ'ʀᴇ ᴛʜᴇʀᴇ ʟʏɪɴɢ ᴡɪᴛʜ ᴍᴇ... ᴀɴᴅ ʏᴏᴜ ʀᴇᴀᴄʜ ᴏᴜᴛ ᴛᴏ ᴛᴏᴜᴄʜ ᴍᴇ... Bᴜᴛ ⵊ ᴀᴍ ɪɴ ᴛʜᴇ ᴛᴡɪʟɪɢʜᴛ ☀︎︎☽☀︎︎☽☀︎︎ Elenora Swan. Beaten by life. Defeated. Ready to give up and bend under the pressure simply existing has become and sink into the despair...despair that had been gunning to consume her ever since the elusive incident that destroyed the life she'd built for herself. When she receives a call from her father, begging her to return to the sleepy and dreary town of Forks to help save her little sister from the same macabre fate life had foisted upon her, she jumps at the chance to escape the now miserable city of Seattle. Slowly, Nora's frayed soul starts to mend and stitch back together with the aid of her family. A pixie, a demand and an impromptu venture to the quaint little mountaintop city of Volterra, however, throw things into helter skelter once more. Upon meeting three ancient, regal, and decidedly terrifying vampire Kings spewing talk of soulmates and fates design, Elenora wondered. Would she ever catch a fucking break?
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flowerflamestars · 11 months
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Chapters: 3/4 Fandom: A Court of Thorns and Roses Series - Sarah J. Maas Rating: Mature Warnings: Graphic Depictions Of Violence, Major Character Death Relationships: Nesta Archeron/Lucien Vanserra, Elain Archeron & Nesta Archeron, Elain Archeron & Lucien Vanserra, Elain Archeron/Eris Vanserra Characters: Nesta Archeron, Lucien Vanserra, Elain Archeron, Eris Vanserra, Eris Vanserra's Hounds, Cassian, Rhysand, Morrigan, Helion (A Court of Thorns and Roses) Additional Tags: Slow Burn, Friends to Lovers, timeloop AU, Absolute chaos after chapter one, Timeloop ending death but also. Murder, fuck around and find out as a Plan, The Hybernian War, Bisexual Lucien Vanserra, Bisexual Nesta Archeron, Found Family, Arson, best friends overnight, (and very different reactions to that fact), Elain Archeron has a personality and a brain, Bookstores as important rebellion, healing and becoming, Oral Sex, Canonical Abusive Relationships Summary:
It takes sixteen loops, to realize the trick to resetting is to let himself die.
@skychild29 @missanniewhimsy @blackcanary13 @ae-neon @theknittingoracle @andrigyn
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fineghkst · 4 months
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How Lucien acts around his mate
a/n: It’s been a while since I wrote anything so I’m posting this one before I give up. I will try to post more next week so feel free to send requests!
warnings: fluff; kinda suggestive; not proofread; english is not my first language so let me know if you find any mistakes
At the moment he finds out
Lucien felt the bond the first time he saw his mate. He was truly surprised, even shocked to be honest. Lucien didn’t expected to have a mate after what happened to Jesminda, he was actually afraid of having one and end up putting your life at risk by being connected to him. Lucien would be ecstatic and happy, but at the same time couldn’t help but fear.
How he acts?
He would be completely open about it and would probably just split it out as soon he has the opportunity. Lucien just wants to be with his mate and knows how important is to keep a clear and sincere dialogue. He really values honesty, especially when it comes about the bond.
Lucien is not the only one affected by it and even if you didn’t feel it yet, he doesn’t want to left you in the dark.
Will he tell anyone?
As I said before, Lucien doesn’t keep the bond as a secret. He won’t scream it to the whole world (since it’s not something that belongs only to him but also to his mate) but I think he would share it with his close friends (Jurian, Vassa and maybe Feyre) and also with Eris.
In short, he won’t try to hide it but in respect to his mate, he will kept it low until you’re comfortable enough to tell other people.
When his mate feels the bond
Lucien will definitely be insecure, he was opened about the subject since the beginning but once you feel the bond too he’s too scared you will reject him. I think he always would be around you, but if you rather not having his company he will give you all the space needed.
When his mate accepts the bond
Lucien got used to the feeling of rejection and somehow already waiting for it. Once his mate accepted the bond, agreeing to spend the rest of your life with him, Lucien was truly surprised and extremely happy, a type of happiness he thought he would never be able to feel.
That was the first time the light inherited from Helion reveled itself. He felt a joy that made the power overflow through his veins.
He won’t leave your side (and your bed).
Things he loves to do with his mate
Definitely traveling. Once the matebond was officialized Lucien just wanted to enjoy every second with you and above all, the freedom you both had. He didn’t want to be rooted in a court for a while and neither did you. So you both dedicate your free time on travels to other cuts and to the human lands, even those beyond the continent.
Lucien doesn’t actually enjoy having to wear a disguise to deceive humans, but there was nothing better in the world than knowing every piece of the world next to his favorite person.
Does he often gets jealous?
Is something rare to happen, but sometimes the matebond makes him a little possessive. When someone shamelessly hits on you, Lucien sassy personality would definitely show up (all I have to say is: poor guy who thought it would be a good idea to flirt with Lucien Vanserra’s mate.
Favorite body part
Your neck. Lucien loves to kiss your neck and to buy you jewels that enhance your skin. He also loves the way you react when he give small kisses or when he decided to use his hands as your necklace.
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HE LOVES IT. Lucien loves to be feeling your skin against him so he doesn’t care if you are in public or not, he just wants to feel your skin against his.
How often he says “I love you?”
At the beginning it was harder for him to say the 3 little words, Lucien thought somehow he would scare you away once he said it, so he rather demonstrate with attitudes.
You were the first to say you loved him and once you did, Lucien realized how stupid he was being and started to say how much he loves you every day.
Protectiveness
Lucien been through a lot and because of that, he’s always scared something bad will happen to you. I don’t think he would be the overprotective type but would insist that you learn to defend yourself, supporting you to start training with the Valkyries (and also become one of them).
Random bonus
When it comes to you Lucien is always open to any kind of conversation, no matter how difficult it is. He told you everything that happened in his past without censorship (you were the first person he felt completely safe for that).
He loves to hear you talk and always encourages you to always tell him when someone bothers you, setting your boundaries. Lucien becomes your best friend, not only your mate.
He’s also very open to try anything new on bed. So if you’re curious about something, Lucien is definitely down for it.
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for the rest of our lives (1958 words) by Winchesterek Rating: Explicit Relationships: Derek Hale/Stiles Stilinski Additional Tags: Established Derek Hale/Stiles Stilinski, Alternate Universe - Canon Divergence, Future Fic, Mates Derek Hale/Stiles Stilinski, True Alpha Derek Hale, Pack Alpha Derek Hale, Top Derek Hale/Bottom Stiles Stilinski, Derek Hale Deserves Nice Things, Stiles Stilinski is a Nice Thing, Knotting, Barebacking, FBI Agent Stiles Stilinski, Alternate Universe - Post-Canon, Derek Hale Loves Stiles Stilinski, Stiles Stilinski Loves Derek Hale, POV Stiles Stilinski, Domestic Fluff, Fluff and Smut, Fluff, Slice of Life Series: Part 6 of Laughter Lines For: @sterekweekly momentous and @sterekfests theme sweater weather. And @warmandfluffybingocards square morning cuddles.
Stiles shivered as the cool air licked at his skin, a smile spreading across his lips as he felt the heat against his side. He rolled over and snuggled into it, firm muscles and soft hair reminding him that he was with Derek and they had come back to Virginia. They’d spent a year traveling the world and Stiles hadn't returned yet to the FBI. At this point, he thought he never would. They’d found a nice place in rural Virginia just in case he decided to try to go back to work, but it hadn't even occurred to Stiles to call his boss and ask for his job back. His leave was long over and he was sure someone else had his job by now. It was a momentous decision.
His fingers trailed along Derek’s chest, tracing absent symbols against his skin. They’d grown so much together over the last year; their matebond was stronger than it ever had been before. There was a strength and surety he could feel in the bond, like their love was a rock that couldn't be broken, no matter what people thought of them.
Stiles smiled and turned his face to press kisses against Derek’s chest, feeling when Derek started to wake because the arm wrapped around Stiles curled more around him and Derek’s fingers started running along his back lazily.
“Good morning,” he breathed against Derek’s skin. Derek grumbled and Stiles chuckled, teasing his tongue over Derek’s nipple.
“You’re a menace,” Derek said with a gasp, his hand moving to cup the back of Stiles’ head. Stiles grinned, giving Derek’s nipple one more teasing suck before he turned up to capture Derek’s lips in a kiss.
“Hey,” he said softly, leaning up just enough on his elbow to give Derek a more thorough kiss.
“Hey,” Derek replied, brushing his nose against Stiles’.
Stiles knew it was one of the things they did and he wasn't sure how they’d gotten started with the whole ‘hey’ ‘hey’ echoed response, but Stiles loved it. It was something so simple and intimate, like a secret all their own.
“How’d you sleep?” Stiles asked, just studying Derek like he’d never be able to get enough of him. And he never would. Stiles knew that.
“Perfect, with you in my arms,” Derek replied with a smile spreading across his lips.
Stiles laughed and smacked Derek in the chest. “You’re such a sap!”
“What, it’s true!” Derek added with a laugh of his own, grabbing Stiles’ hand on his chest.
Derek captured Stiles’ lips in another kiss, even as Stiles was still laughing into the kiss. But he wrapped his arms around Derek and rolled over onto his back, dragging Derek on top of him.
“I love you,” Stiles said softly, his fingers threading through Derek’s hair.
“I love you too, so much,” Derek replied, kissing Stiles again, deeper this time.
Stiles moaned softly, spreading his thighs to make room for Derek between them. He could already feel Derek’s dick pressing against his hip, hard and demanding, Stiles’ cock already half-hard itself. He hooked his calf around the back of Derek’s thigh as Derek rocked against him.
“Why did we sleep with clothes on?” Derek muttered against Stiles’ lips, his hands already moving to push at the waist of Stiles’ sweatpants.
“Because it’s getting cooler and I move around too much at night to sleep naked,” Stiles replied with a chuckle. “I get cold when I roll away from you.”
Plus, Stiles was used to sleeping with his clothes on. It was something he’d picked up over the last twenty years, always ready to fight… always reaching for his gun, which was something that was hard for him to break over the last year during their travels.
“No clothes,” Derek growled as he pushed Stiles’ sweatpants the rest of the way down so Stiles could kick them away. “We’ll raise the heat.”
Stiles was laughing softly still as they continued to kiss.
“Yeah, okay,” Stiles breathed, his hands moving to push Derek’s sweatpants off his hips, working them down until he could use his long legs to strip Derek out of them. Derek broke their kiss long enough to yank Stiles’ shirt off and then crushed their lips together again.
Stiles moaned, rolling his hips against Derek, chasing the friction he badly needed as he felt Derek’s dick slide against his. He broke from the kiss, tilting his chin up and Derek wasted no time in dropping kisses and bites to his neck that shot straight to Stiles’ dick.
God, when Derek left marks on his neck it made his dick ache and leak, even though he already had a matebond. Having everyone being able to see that he belonged to Derek did things to Stiles. He loved it and he knew that Derek did too.
“Mmm, fuck,” Stiles breathed. “Get the lube. Need to feel you inside of me.”
Derek nipped at his neck and gave a disapproving sound at having to move away, which was normal, but Stiles managed not to chuckle as Derek withdrew and shifted over to grab the nightstand drawer. He yanked it open and fished out the lube, handing it to Stiles.
Stiles grinned and gripped the lube bottle, flipping the cap and squirted some into his hand before pressing it between them and gripping Derek’s dick. Derek groaned, dropping his face against Stiles’ shoulder as Stiles slicked him up.
“Stretch me on your cock,” Stiles breathed against Derek’s ear and Derek couldn’t do anything but nod as Stiles pressed Derek’s dick between his asscheeks and rubbed his sensitive cockhead over his hole.
“You’re gonna kill me,” Derek teased, catching Stiles’ mouth in a kiss.
“At least it’ll be a good death,” Stiles joked back and gasped as Derek pressed forward, forcing his way into Stiles’ body.
“Fuck,” Stiles gasped, his eyes rolling into the back of his head as his eyelids fluttered closed. His head dropped back against the bed, his body arching against Derek and taking him deeper until Derek bottomed out and they both let out desperate sounds. “God, I love it when you do that, making me open for you. You feel so damn good.”
“Mine,” Derek growled, punctuating it with a thrust of his hips and his mouth dropping to Stiles’ neck as Stiles turned his head. Derek scraped his teeth over Stiles’ mating bite, which caused Stiles to groan as he wrapped his legs around Derek.
“Yours,” Stiles breathed, letting himself go as he felt Derek through their matebond. A wash of warmth and love and desire that echoed his own. He threaded his fingers through Derek’s hair, cupping the back of his head as Derek worried his mark. “God, Derek. All yours. Always.”
He felt Derek’s fangs teasing his neck and god, Stiles wanted Derek to bite him and renew their bond, but first, he wanted —
“Fuck me,” Stiles begged, his nails digging into Derek’s shoulder as he clawed at him with blunt nails. When Derek pulled out and thrust back into him, Stiles moaned as Derek nailed his prostate.
And god, when Derek started moving in earnest, Stiles couldn't do more than take it as Derek’s hips pistoned perfectly, fucking him hard. Stiles’ toes curled, his long legs squeezing tighter around Derek.
“Derek, fuck—Derek—” Stiles gripped Derek’s hair and pulled him up into a kiss. Stiles kissed him thoroughly as they rocked together, Derek’s fang knicking his lips and tongue but Stiles didn't care. He loved it when Derek shifted for him because it meant that Derek was sharing all of himself with Stiles. That he trusted and loved him enough to do that.
“Stiles—” Derek slurred through his fangs, pressing his forehead against Stiles’, like he was struggling for control.
“I’ve got you,” Stiles panted, kissing Derek again. “Flip us.”
Derek nodded, holding onto Stiles as he shifted and rolled onto his back, gripping Stiles’ hips firmly.
Stiles grinned down at Derek, settling on him until Derek’s dick was pressing deep inside of him, stretching him in the best ways. Derek’s cock felt so much thicker when Stiles rode him.
“You’re so fucking hot when you’re shifted.” Stiles kissed Derek, Derek’s arm wrapping around him and holding him close. Stiles could taste his blood on Derek’s lips and tongue, the metallic tang reminding him how sharp Derek’s fangs were and it only made his dick harder. “I need you to knot me.”
“You know I won't ever turn down that request,” Derek replied, thrusting his hips up, showing how much he didn't mind. “I love you.”
“I love you too,” Stiles replied softly, kissing Derek again as they started to move, Stiles easily rising and falling on Derek’s cock, the muscles in his thighs tense, his hands moving to brace himself against the headboard.
Stiles whimpered and Derek groaned under him as they moved in tandem until Derek’s hands gripped Stiles’ hips so hard that he knew he’d have bruises in a few hours. He whined as Derek held him still, fucking up into him, skin slapping together with the force of his thrusts.
“Fuckfuckfuck—I’m gonna, oh fuck—Derek, knot me,” Stiles begged, lips parted with desperate, needy sounds escaping as he fought for control. He didn't want to come until Derek was knotted inside of him, but god, he was so close.
Derek yanked Stiles down onto his cock and ground against him, Stiles’ hands dropping to Derek’s chest, his hips rolling and grinding with Derek’s until he felt Derek’s dick start to swell.
“God, Stiles. Gonna knot you up and fill you until you’re leaking,” Derek panted, a rumble coming out of him that Stiles always swore was a purr. And it was always so fucking hot.
Stiles captured Derek’s lips in a desperate kiss, needing more as Derek’s knot swelled until they were locked together. It was always so overwhelming in the best ways as Derek’s knot stretched him impossibly full, pressing against his prostate until Stiles tensed above him.
And then he was coming, white and hot between them, painting Derek’s chest and stomach with his come.
Stiles’ toes curled as his ass squeezed Derek’s knot, fluttering and milking him through his own orgasm as Stiles felt Derek’s knot pulsing come into him over and over again. His dick jerked weakly, blurting more come onto Derek as he thought about how if things were different, Derek could get him pregnant like this and god Stiles wanted that when he felt like this. Perfect and whole and swimming in Derek’s pleasure like an unending loop through their bond.
He kissed Derek without coordination, rubbing their lips together and pressing their foreheads together as he felt Derek’s arms wrapped around him, his mate’s hands running up and down his back in soothing strokes.
“Never gonna get used to that,” Derek panted, chest rising and falling with heavy breaths. “You’re amazing.”
Stiles laughed, but it sounded more like a drunk giggle.
“Mmmm, same to you,” Stiles replied with a lazy kiss. “I love you so much, more than anything.”
“You’re my everything,” Derek said softly, holding Stiles flush against him despite the sticky mess between them. Stiles didn't care. It marked Derek as his and he loved that anyone with a supernatural nose would know that Derek was his by scent alone.
“I know what you mean.” Stiles nuzzled against Derek’s neck, breathing in deeply and letting his scent wash over him.
Everything was perfect, if even for a moment, in a small town in Virginia where no one could take away their happiness. And Stiles would do anything to keep it that way, living the rest of his days with Derek right here, wrapped in each other's arms.
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🌙 lore: courting
While the rules of courting aren’t as structured and rigid as they used to be, many still go through the old traditions. (Though, even then, the steps are often flexible and will bleed together.)
Traditionally, an alpha will court a beta or omega, while a male beta will court a female beta, and either beta sex will court an omega. In modern times, these are more flexible, and also include alpha/alpha and omega/omega pairings.
Step 1: Gifting. Gifts have always been a good way to show how well you can take care of and/or provide for a potential mate—something which soothes a mate’s instincts. Gifts are also a good way to show how well you know a potential mate. Offering a starting gift is the best way to open a courtship, though gifts are given throughout the courtship. Example gift ideas:
Food. This is an especially good “first” gift. Homemade food and purchased food are both good. Homemade proves skill in the kitchen and the ability to “care for” your mate. Purchased food proves wealth, and satisfies a “gathering” instinct. A meal satisfies provider instinct. Desserts or candy prove wealth.
Scent-marked clothing or fabric. Another good “early” gift. This can be a good way to get courting intentions across clearly, as giving food can be more nebulous.
Flowers. Flowers can be hit or miss, especially if the giftee has a sensitive nose. However, they’re a wonderful way of showing your partner is on your mind.
Jewelry. Not everyone appreciates jewelry, but they make wonderful expressions of wealth and ability to provide. Things like keychains and cufflinks are considered more “practical,” while earrings, bracelets, rings, and necklaces are more “frivolous.” Some might offer jewelry with the gifter’s name, preferred color, or symbol as a show of possession. Some enjoy this, others don’t.
Nesting materials, such as soft blankets, nest padding, stuffed toys, or comfortable clothing. Nesting materials should usually be reserved for a bit further into courting as its seen as more intimate. A scent-marked pillowcase or blanket is considered especially intimate, and as a declaration of “getting serious.”
Step 2: Scenting. Deliberately scenting one another, not just sharing scented articles of clothing or accidentally co-mingling scents by spending a lot of time together, is a very big step.
Step 3: Meeting the pack. Assuming the mating isn’t arranged, or they aren’t following rigid tradition (where the Alpha or Beta would ask permission to court the Beta or Omega), once the two are comfortable with one another, it’s time to meet the family. This can be done all at once, or in pieces—though, if the latter, it’s wisest to start with the Pack Omega.
Step 4: Collaring. Some couples skip this step, or substitute collars with something else—like matching wrist cuffs. (A wrist cuff could also match the collar, and is a popular practice as well.) Collaring is a simple way of declaring the seriousness of a relationship, and staking a claim in a way that satisfies more primal instincts.
Step 5: Sharing a nest. Letting someone in your nest is a show of trust and intimacy, as doing so means getting their scent in a place you sleep / spend a lot of time. Packmates are known to share nests often enough, and letting a new packmate in your nest is a show of acceptance. Its the same for courting.
Step 6: Sharing a cycle, if applicable. Spending a heat / rut with your partner is usually the next big step. It’s an expression of vulnerability and trust, whether the cycle is fertile or not.
Step 7: Building a nest together. This is the penultimate step, and declares intent to matebond. Old nests are taken apart and combined for the couple to share from then onward.
Step 8: Bonding. A matebond is formed by biting the scent gland hard enough to draw blood. The mark will always scar. Generally this is done during a fertile cycle (preferably while synced), as this lessons the pain. However, modern medicine has brought with it a spray that can lightly numb the area, if the couple prefers. A matebond is deeper than the usual packbond, allowing the couple to sense each other’s emotions across a larger distance.
Bonding is often accompanied by a ceremony, either before or after. Some couples also choose to sign a marriage license—and others eschew bonding entirely, choosing only to marry.
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Do bugs kiss? Can bugs kiss? I'm writing a fic that involves two kissing but I just realised that I have no idea how bug mouths work (I know mandibles are a thing but do they have tongues or?). Are there any other forms of intimacy that intelligent bugs would partake in that would mark the start of a romance but isn't like jumping into sexual territory (sorry if I'm not describing it well)?
I dunno, I just been following you for a while and you have a lot of cool headcanons for the bug cultures in hallownest so I thought I'd consult you before I attempt to have two bugs interlock mouthparts
[cracks knuckles] dw anon i got you
I think that they can, though it's less of a kiss and more like holding hands, but with your mouth. Remember that bug mandibles are basically there to cut up and shovel food into the mouth- there's a level of dexterity there that our lips don't have, which is probably amplified given the fact that they can speak. So their mouthparts are likely just as sensitive as ours, but with better moving parts that make contact with them easier (and also more dangerous). It's probably also an intimacy where the allure is steeped in showing the other that you won't hurt them by gently entwining your very sharp bits with theirs, with some added sensory stimulation. Honestly sounds more appealing to me than actual irl mouth-to-mouth kissing (which is gross)
Options for bug kisses include:
-gently trying to grasp or twine around the other's mandibles, like how one twines fingers with a partner to hold hands
-stroking one's mandibles against the other's (like rubbing your hand against the back of another's palm)
-lightly grabbing the tip of your partner's muzzle before releasing
-light, gentle nibbles to simulate allopreening
-brushing muzzles against one another, maybe with added mandible-grabs for a little bit of spice
-nuzzling mixed with a bit of gentle nibbling, like the above point but more drawn out
-tapping a body part with one's mouthparts, a bug equivilent to a quick peck
-Rubbing cheeks against each other (not really a kiss, but something I'm personally quite fond of)
-Locking mandibles together and doing a lil play wrestling contest (wyrms do this before mating to test the strength of a new partner, which is really intense and can lead to death if one grows bored, but is often used as matebonding after they pass the vibecheck)
-Outright grabbing and holding one's mandible's still or spread open with a hand, receiving nibbles in return (likely common for spiders and mantids)
So yeah, you've got quite a bit of options here for bug kisses. I'm not going into more general terms of intimacy, mostly bc those would probably be highly variable across species, but I think that mandible clasping or nuzzling is something that can be universal for intelligent bugs, albiet in slightly different configurations for different mouthparts. Lots of options for you here!
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Okay I honestly love the adoption stuff now just because its actually funny along side the possibilities. I feel like Sawyer would be the most terrifying for her to find her soulmate out on the street. Mostly because I can see her offering up a deal where a family raises you to maybe see Sawyer as desirable, but also raising you as a good darling that wants their soulmate to take them away and give them rules. The family is kept well funded and can live comfortably as long as they raise Sawyer's soulmate correctly and for her.
I don't think Sawyer makes stipulations like that, I think she would raise them to allow you to have everything you want(apart from like dating and stuff) but ONLY if you ask for it. Her mate is raised so spoiled but only if they ask for what they want. They would be raised with heavy respect for the matebond. I imagine they'd be put with a high up elf because not only are elves a bit entitled, but they also have the highest reverence of the matebond since they have a general sense of who their mate might be from birth to make up for no supernatural sense of smell.
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new theory. Star Trek TOS’s concept of Vulcan mates and bonding directly influenced the development of the matebonding trope in fan culture and was therefore instrumental in the development of the omegaverse
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Chapter 30 - Old Messages, pt. 8. Episode 1.
Andy: He woke up as his phone suddenly rang. He looked around disoriented, and when he realized what woke him up, his heart started racing Shit shit shit shit shit! He grabbed his pants with shaking hands, and picks his phone out of his pocket, starring a bit confused at the display, as he saw Gabriella's number, but picked up quickly Ye-yes?
Gabriella: Listen now, and listen very carefully. I know what you and Congo did. How doesn't matter right now. I call to tell you I put a protective shield over the hut you are in, it means no one is able to trace you but me and my family. However, this is a huge task for me, and I'm running out of energy, I have alongside the field put out a sensor of you for A to detect. To him it looks like you have always been at Sparkle's place. You should probably head to her fast and explain to her that she is you alibi. How you will convince her of that is your headache. I would say you have less than 1 and a half hour back of force field and sensor. So kiss Congo goodbye and get on your bike as fast as possible.
Andy: Tears started forming in his eyes and it came through in the tone of his voice Wait Gab… you mean say goodbye for good?
Gabriella: Sighed softly No silly. For now. Andy, I'm running out of energy, please hurry so this all wasn't for nothing. I have told you before, I like A, but you are my family. And I believe you are where you need to be. I'll always protect you and Congo. Send him a big hug, and get going! Both of you!
Andy: Sniffled his nose Thank you Gaby…. Say hi to George.
Gabriella: Oh, and Andy… congrats to both of you.
Andy: Chuckled softly Thank you.
Gabriella: Call me tonight, at 8. I'll be waiting. Hangs up
Congo: Looked at Andy nervously What was that?
Andy: Chuckled between tears Gabriella Chuckled again She says congratulations to both of us, and to give you a big hug he wrapped his arms tight around Congo's neck and kissed his neck softly, then pulled away, sighing deeply. Alright, try to keep up…. judging by the time on my phone, we slept two hours, which brings us right past dawn… but don't freak out. Gabriella has been protecting us with a force field, so no one can find us, except her and her family… she has put some sort of censor up for me, so A will potentially locate me at Sparkle's house. I'm supposed to go there now, and make a deal with her to be my alibi. I'll try to get around telling her where I really was, but if I can't get out of it, I'll call you. Gabriella is running out of energy, so she gives me 1.5 hours maximum, which means I really gotta get going… I'm sorry… but hey, it's good news that we were better hidden than we expected. And Gabriella says she believes I am where I need to be, and that she will always protect me and you…. he smiled softly I guess gets interrupted as his phone rings again oh, it's her again… picks up yes?
Gabriella: Hi sweety… I'm just calling cause I forgot two things… will you please put Congo on?
Andy: Sounded a bit confused sure? Handed the phone to Congo
Congo: Sighed softly Hello Gabriella, sorry for the fuzz, and thank you so very much for your help.
Gabriella: Chuckled softly everything for you two… I'll explain at another time. For now we are in a hurry, and I completely forgot to tell Andy I put a censor up for you as well. I made the censor to look as if you were in the city you use as an excuse to get out of your dads house. But I didn't know any exact location there, so it looks like you have just been moving around to random places, maybe you can explain that with work related issues? You'll come up with something I'm sure. Beside that, I need you to do me a favor. Pack the sheets and hurry to your car. Drive to the decor city and mail the sheets to me. I'll need them to make a protection spells for you and Andy so no vamps or other fine noses will be able to detect the smell of you on Andy or the smell of Andy on you. Again only my people will be excluded from that spell. But since I wont receive the sheets until tomorrow, at least for today I would say gurgle your mouth in some whiskey or vodka, and scrub scrub scrub your body. Throw all clothes in the washing machine and make sure to use plenty of soap and as high degrees as possible. Pass that info on to Andy. And Congo… be patient…. some things will work out in the end… we will talk more when I find a secure place for us to meet. Now, part with him at the hut, don't follow him to his bike, I can only protect one of you when you leave the hut…. kiss each other and then part. You will see each other soon again, I promise. Any questions?
Congo: Sighed softly No, not for now… thank you, for everything.
Gabriella: You are very welcome. I'll call you tonight after I talk with Andy. Should be around 8.30-9.00. See you. Hangs up
Congo: Smiled softly as he hands Andy the phone She has put sensor for me so I look to have been in the city for work, as I originally told Marius. She told me to take the sheets and go to the city now to mail them to her. She will then use them to create a spell which will protect us from anyone smelling me on you, and you on me. But since it wont work until tomorrow, she says that for today we should gurgle our mouth in alcohol and scrub our bodies good. Beside that we should quickly wash our clothes, using plenty of soap and at as high degrees as possible.
Andy: Nodded understanding
Congo: Looked at Andy with flickering eyes Can we trust her?
Andy: Nodded firmly Yes. We can trust her completely. Don't worry your head he placed his palms on Congo's cheeks, caressing him softly She will call me later tonight and I'll figure out as much as possible and then call you. Okay? This will not be the last time we see each other like this, she promised me. He planted a gentle kiss on Congo's lips But if Gabriella says it's time to go, we better do so, so let's get dressed and get out of here before it's too late. He quickly collected their clothes from the floor and handed Congo his, quickly getting dressed and collected the empty water bottles and the left overs of their apples, putting it all in the plastic bag Congo brought, while Congo collected the sheets. As they were done he wrapped his arms tight around Congo and kissed him passionately for good 2 minutes, then pulled back and planted a kiss on his forehead. I love you. Thank you, for everything wiggled his thumb with the ring especially this. He looked a bit sad in his eyes, then sighed softly I have to go…. I'll call you tonight… okay?
Congo: Nodded softly and sighed. But as Andy turned to walk away, he grabbed his wrist and roughly spun him around, letting the sheets drop out of his hands as he wraps his arms around Andy, kissing him passionately I love you too… more than you can imagine… more than anyone else… I'll wait by my phone.
Andy: Kissed the tip of Congo's nose softly I have to run. I'll see you again, soon, I promise! I trust her… so please trust me at least.
Congo: *Nodded softly and sighed deeply as Andy ran out of the door with a warm smile on his face. He used two minutes to make sure they left nothing behind and turning out the lights, then he smiled softly as he heard Andy's bike pass somewhere on the big road leading down the mountain. He quickly left the hut, locking the door and ran up hill, fast getting in his car and drove as fast as possible to the small town, not stopping till he reached the post office. As he walked in, he smiled surprised as he was greeted by George, standing just in front the door.
George: He wrapped his arms around Congo, padding his back roughly Nice to see you again Congo, I'll take these.. *He pointed at the sheets and put them in a bag he had casually hanging over his shoulder, as Congo hands them over. I'm sorry for the slight lying, but we had to give you as little info as possible over the phone. You never know who could be listening. Let's go and sit down, just around the corner there is a small bistro, we can get us a bite of food and something to drink, you must be starving on top of that night *he winked at Congo with a smirky smile* My treat!
Congo: Chuckled softly I feel like I could eat a cow!
George: Chuckled softly Follow me, and oh grabs Congo's hand Congratulations… although I knew he would say yes smiled warmly
Congo: You knew? He looked at George slightly confused
George: Just because Andy hasn't said out loud he loves you, it's not hard to see he does, or that you two are meant for each other smiled warmly
Congo: As they found a booth to sit down in at the bistro, he looked at George a bit wondering So why exactly are we meeting here George? I know this isn't just the 'congratulations train'… or breakfast burritos…
George: He smiled friendly and nodded Correct. I do come with quite a lot of topics, but let's order first, and then I can start filling you in. You'll need some energy to digest all of this. He smiled softly Don't worry, there is mostly good news.,… and here I mean the really good kind.
Congo: Smiled softly That all sounds really welcome, however, I do hear the word mostly, so I wont relax too much until I have heard it all. He picked up a menu and pushed the other menu in Georges direction, quickly running his eyes over the letters so when the waitress joined them, he had already put his menu down, smiling at her politely I'll take a round of the sausages, bacon and eggs with two pieces of bread on the side, 2 blueberry pancakes and a slice of apple pie…. oh, and a big mug of coffee.
George: Nodded at Congo, then turned to the waitress And for me an omelet and a slice of apple pie….. aaand make that 2 big mugs of coffee, please. As the waitress left he padded Congo's hand gently Now listen… this is all a bit on the 'freakshow' side, so if you have questions, or I lose you somewhere, feel free to pause me or ask questions. Gabriella filled me in during the night, so it's all very new for me as well. First and foremost I have to let you know, Gabriella is at Sparkle's house, she is waiting there to greed Andy, and will fill him in on the same things I'll be filing you in on. So when we are done here, you and Andy will know the exact same things, except one matter, which I'll share with you last. Are we okay so far?
Congo: Nodded agreeing and smiled politely at the waitress as she brought their coffee, quickly sipping the coffee a few times to wash his mouth from Andy, more or less against his will, but just to be on the safer side
George: Smiled friendly at Congo and sipped his coffee I'm afraid there's no way to ease you in, so prepare yourself for another roller coaster ride. But hopefully a better one than the previous ones. He took a big breath, and smiled softly You know that old saying, 'he, or she, is my soulmate'?
Congo: He nodded softly and sipped is coffee
George: Well, it's not quite like that… That's more the romanticized, version of it, although it's not far off. I'm sure you know that in many animal species, one or both of the animals picks a mate and stays with that one mate for the rest of their life? It's like that with humans too , but since we are further evolved than many other species, our mating system is also further evolved. Our mating system works as such; Our mates are pre-destined for us, depending on a lot of factors, like genes, smell, taste, good compatibility in DNA and so on. A mate is picked for us when we reach the age of 18, and do we happen to find this person, we will be able to feel a strong connection with them, stronger than with any other person we will ever meet. We will be able to feel a love we never thought existed, and do things we never thought possible for this one person. We only get one mate, so do we miss out on this mate, we will not get assigned another mate. That doesn't mean we are destined to run around living an empty life, we are more than capable of loving other people beside our mate. But do we pick to be with our mate, it's a bond that will rarely ever break again. Picking to be with our mate, and sealing that bond, is done by a marriage ceremony, it does not matter what kind of marriage, in what culture or what religion it is performed in. When two mates are married, almost nothing will be able to break their bond. Mates are as such not made for each other, we are all individually born, and as we grow up, and our personality evolves we will be paired with our mates. These mate-pairs can be detected only by people who practice the old form of art named witchitatu, an old navaho art form of magic. He sipped his coffee and smiled softly at the waitress as she brought their food Thank you very much. As she nods and walks off, he continues Gabriella and her family practices this art… And through that, Gabriella can over time receive information about her own mate, or even mates of other people close to her. This info shows up in the form of visions. Two days ago, when you and Andy declared your love for each other, Gabriella had such strong vision, it woke her up from heavy sleep and gave her nosebleed. She contacted her sister, and together they were able to piece the fragments of the vision together. He smiled softly and sipped his coffee It turns out, sometimes even mother nature screws up. On your 18th birthday, your mate was picked out. But your mate was but a baby when this happened. However, this is not the screw up, since even then as he was an infant, you already shared the bond of mates, which means, your bond is even stronger than regular bonds between mates. However, where the screw up happened was, when your mate grew up, on his 18th birthday, he was assigned not only the mate he already had, but also a second mate. He sighed softly turns out, you are Andy's mate, and therefore he's also your mate… but Andy's second mate… is A.
Congo: He stared at George a bit, letting the fork drop out of his mouth, then he took his napkin, spat out the food he had in his mouth in it. He got up, walking out of the bistro, crossing the road and disappeared between a few trees in the forest across the street
George: Signalled the waiter I'll pay now honey, but please don't take our food, we will be back in 5 minutes… but if we aren't back in 10 you can clear it out, okay? As she nodded George hurried after Congo, finding him sobbing with his forehead against a tree Congo… He placed a soft hand on Congo's upper back, gently stroking him I know it seems hopeless, but you have to…
Congo: Interrupted George I can't compete with him, the creature of the night…. so it's over.
George: Shook his head softly Not necessarily. Hear me out please… this thing, double mating someone, happens rarely, very rarely. But when it does, there's always a stronger connection with one of the mates.
Congo: Sobbed and interrupted again Yes, and I have seen those two together, plus I'm just a mere human… A is all magical and shiny…. plus he has that whole vampire magnetism… Andy sucks it right up!
George: He raised his voice, but kept it warm And yet your connection with Andy is stronger.
Congo: He turned and looked at George with red, teary, confused eyes What?
George: Nodded softly and padded his shoulder
Congo: Sniffled his nose But how? Are you even sure?
George: Positive. We didn't know until this night. Gabriella and her sister performed a spell to guide them to find Andy's strongest connection, and it lead her to you. That whole process is very hush, so she can't tell us the spell itself, we will have to trust her. But she knows what she's doing, and the spell is flawless. There is no doubt, that you are in fact the strongest connected male. If you think about it… why would Andy risk everything he has been fighting for with A, including a marriage and the possibility of becoming immortal, which he so desperately wants, just for the simple reason that he just, two days ago, learned that you are in love with him? Andy's world collapsed when you told him those words, but in the ruins of that, a tiny, but very strong flower grew, and if we protect that flower, it will grow big and impossible to destroy.
Congo: He started sobbing softly again
George: Wrapped his arms around him Come here…
Congo: He spoke between the sobbing So... he's really... truly mine?
George: Nodded firmly Without a doubt. Andy is yours. But since he's also technically A's, we have to work together, to get him out of that whole situation, so he can be united with his strongest mate. And that's the tricky part, but we will not give up till we succeed. I have tried to make both Gaby and her sister look into the future, but everything is very very vague at the moment and constantly shifting, due to Andy being at a crossroad. The first step, is for him to finally choose which mate he wants to be with, and not only choose with his heart. His soul and brain has to be in it as well. When he makes that choice he will step out on one of the two roads, and he will be able to marry either you or A, sealing the mate bond forever. Of course we want him to choose you, for obvious reasons…
Congo: Sighed deeply George, I just want him to be happy… even if that means he will choose A…
George: Smiled softly I know, but Andy will be truly most happy with his strongest connected mate. It's destined Congo. It's meant to be. Sighed softly It wont come easy, and it will most likely be a long and at times dangerous process, and if Andy… when Andy's heart, soul and mind comes together and definitive picks you, we will have to do the marriage ceremony as quickly as possible, so your bond will be impossible to break. That doesn't mean you or any one of the people involved will be immune to whatever A or any other of his kind may want to do to you. So we have to fade Andy out of A's life. Making a clear break will cause too much suspicion, and it won't take him long to figure what is happening, and we, Gabriella's family, are not doubting he will raise hell. So we have to fade Andy out, make sure a break will look like it comes from A's side, and not Andy's, but still keeping Andy safe. It's tricky, its complicated, but it can be done. If you trust us, and if you stay patient.
Congo: Sighed deeply I can't George. I can't put his life in danger.
George: His life is already in danger! We will do our best to protect him, and to strategically plan everything step by step. I promise you, they are very capable people, and they believe in themselves. They have educated themselves on the B family, since they learned about Andy and A's engagement. They are not going into this blindfolded.
Congo: Shook his head and sighed deeply It's still too risky. I will risk anything for him, including my own life. But I wont risk his.
George: I can't guarantee, of course, since I can't predict the future, and the future is constantly changing anyway, depending on what happens in the now… but, I can honestly say, I don't believe it will ever come that far as long as Gabriella's clan and family is involved. If we get Andy through a marriage ceremony with you, Gabriella's family and clan will be willing to adopt you guys. It doesn't change you much, unless you want to. They do not make immortals though, but few minor powers can be passed on for protection, and they can later be taken back, if one would wish. However, in the adoption process, there will be put a code on both of you, Andy already received one when A adopted him. It's a line of numbers or letters on your skin. Us humans can't see them, but immortals can. However, this special form of code Gaby's clan will make on you guys are always kept invisible, unless one of the clan members calls on it to be shown. In a case like that, it will be shown for a minute or two, a small time period, but long enough for the viewer to read that you guys are off limit.
Congo: Frowned deep and groaned I don't like the idea of being owned… I'm not a calf… or horse…
George: Gaby's clan will of course sign a binding paper, that no one is to use you guys in any way. That you are your own persons, and that this adoption has no effect on you besides protection. But of course we understand if you need a few days to think about it, but decisions has to be made soon. Maybe it wouldn't be bad to ask Andy what he thinks? Unfortunately he can't just speak out, saying he picks you, the soul, heart and mind has to fall together in the decision, which can take a while, since he's already engaged to A and furthermore loves him deeply. Your love, and the love he has for you, has to triumph the love he shares with A. Again, it's far from impossible… and as the girls look into the future, they can sense a mortal marriage ceremony… but that's how things looked last night after your engagement, that future can already have changed due to your words here… We do understand if you need some time to catch up with everything… but in order to succeed, we need to start soon. You need to show Andy, how life with you would be, vs the chaotic life with A, he deep down inside knows is no good for him. He loves you Congo, an undeniable love even A is already detecting… if he figures out for sure, you can be sure none of us will ever see Andy again.
Congo: His eyes started flickering and his legs started shaking I know George! But don't put this on me! Don't make me put his life in danger! Don't make me risk his life, risking my own is enough! Being married to Andy, being his mate and him being mine, all of that, sounds like the most beautiful thing I could ever imagine… but the possible bad outcomes are too much to risk. I'm sorry, but I can't! He ran out from between the trees, and as he stood in the middle of the road, thinking about where to run, a big truck came roaring around a corner
George: Yelled at the top of his lungs CONGO! WATCH OUT!!
Congo: *As he turned, and in almost slow motion watches the truck roar towards him, his life flashed before his eyes, and all he saw was Andy smiling, as a single tear ran down his cheek, he closed his eyes, and all sound got drained from his ears, all he saw and heard was Andy smiling and laughing, telling Congo he loves him.
Andy: He padded Congo's cheek firmly Congo? Sniffled his nose Congo? Are you okay?… please open your eyes… please… I beg you…
Congo: Slowly opened his eyes, blinking a few times as he sees Andy laying on top of him, with tears streaming down his cheeks. As he opened his eyes a few more times, he can see Gabriella and George standing bent over him as well… and as he started gaining back full conscience he can hear a few people talking around them. He lifted his arms from the ground and wrapped them around Andy, pulling him tight against his chest, speaking in a hoarse voice I'm okay…sssh sssh… I'm okay..
Andy: He gasped and looked at Congo, then started sobbing silently, pressing his face against Congo's chest
Congo: Gently stroked his back and hushed him a few more times, then looked a bit confused at Gabriella and George What happened?
Gabriella: Sparkle insisted I as soon as Andy showed up at her house, would throw him in my car and drive him back up here, she feared you were gonna freak out and take off. So it was better for everyone to fill Andy in on the car ride up here. And luckily we had just parked my car as that truck came roaring, if it wasn't for your crazy fiance, you would have been nothing but a pancake! He flung himself in front of that truck and pushed both of you to safety, just in the last split second before you had both been dust.
Congo: He looked down at Andy with tears in his eyes You idiot… you could have gotten killed! He kissed Andy's hair gently
Andy: He coughed a bit from the sobbing So could you! I already told you, I don't wanna lose you! I can't live without you! So don't make me!
Congo: Hugged him even tighter I'm sorry…
Andy: Sobbed loudly I don't know what's worse? -That you almost got killed or almost left me?! He got up and slapped Congo hard, crawling few meters away, and curled up on the ground, sobbing loudly as his body started shaking
Congo: He sat up straight Andy… I… I don't wanna risk your life… that doesn't mean I don't love you… I love you more than anyone else! He quickly got on his feet and walked to Andy, squatting down next to him, softly stroking his back
Andy: Wiggled his shoulders Don't touch me!
Congo: Sighed softly Andy, please listen to me… you heard the whole story, right?… can't you see it's insane? we will never win… we will only lose! And your life is too much to gamble on an already lost game.
Andy: You don't know how I feel about you! He got up fast you don't know shit! But it's so easy always doubting me! And what we might be able to get if we were together! I'll gladly sacrifice it all, including my life, even if I have never had more will to live than I have now!… cause a life without you… is just something I can't face! And I won't! I didn't even think before throwing myself in front of that truck, I saw you, I saw the truck, and then I flew through the air! I have never felt anything so strong before… EVER! Not even with A! NEVER!
Congo: But Andy… as soon as he tries to leave you, you almost die in the process…
Andy: He shouted between his tears That's because I knew nothing about our love!!! Now I know, and it literally grows stronger and stronger for each second! How can you stand here and deny me only hours after you proposed to me?! I know a lot of things has changed, I know we just got buried under possible the biggest pile of shit we will ever be buried under… but Congo… for fuck sake… George believes I'm strong enough for this… he believes my strength lies in you! Sure I won't stop loving A today, tomorrow and maybe not even a year from now, maybe I'll always love him because of the bond… but I know I love you more… I don't know how that's possible, or how I even know… but I know… I feel it running through my whole body! I feel it right here he pressed a hand against his chest and groaned loudly, as he fell to his knees
Congo: Gasped and grabbed his shoulders What's happening?
Gabriella: Looked confused and scared I don't know… I she looked worried at George
George: Andy… he placed a firm hand on his back Try to breathe, I think you are having a panic attack… try to relax….
Andy: Groaned from pain and grabbed on to Congo's shirt, grinding his teeth as he spoke You… are breaking… my heart! He gasped for air you are breaking…. my heart!
Congo: Looked at Gabriella with despair in his eyes Please do something!
Gabriella: Shook her head, tears streaming down her cheeks I have never seen anything like this… I cant help! Only you can help!
Congo: Started sobbing loudly Try to calm down Andy… I'm right here… I won't leave… tell me what to do! Please!
Andy: Sobbed loudly Just love me… just love me forever… just never leave me… I want you… and only you… I don't care at what cost!!!… you are my mate… my true mate… I love you with all of me… don't ever walk away!! Please! It kills me! It kills me inside! I wanna marry you and be yours only! He sobbed loudly why cant you believe in us?
Congo: He fell to his knees, sobbingly leaning his forehead against Andy's Tell me how to fix this! I beg you! I can't stand seeing you like this!
Andy: Sobbed uncontrollably and fell to the ground as he fainted
Congo: Leaned over him and picked up his head from the ground Nononononono don't leave me! Dont leave me! I love you so much, Andy! Come back to me! Please come back! He checked Andy's pulse with shaky hands Please, I can't stand going through this again! I'll do anything if you come back! I'll do this with you! I'll marry you! Just come back and choose me! Please choose me over him! Please! I beg you! I beg you with all my heart! I beg you with my life!
Andy: His skin sorta started glowing, and for a few seconds, he levitated a few cm's over ground, making George look around nervously, but to his relief all of the bistanders had long gone left the scene when nothing seemed to be exiting eough to look at. Andy's face gained a pink glow, and as he opened his eyes they too seem to almost glow. Then he fell back into Congo's arms and sighed deeply, speaking in a calm soothing almost singing voice Congo… I choose you.
Gabriella: Nodded at Congo as he looked up at her, squealing as she wraps her arms around George's throat
Congo: Looked back down at Andy Did all of you choose me?
Andy: Nodded softly Yes… all of me. I feel so calm inside. Like every worry and tension is gone, like Im floating on air. Kiss me…
Congo: Sobbed happily as he pressed his lips against Andy's, drawing him closer to himself
George: Looked at Gabriella as tears starts running down his cheeks, smiling softly Did he really choose?
Gabriella: Smiled bright Yes, yes he did. I feel the energy all around us.
Congo: Sobbed softly as he chuckled happily Did you pick me? Am I really so lucky? I cant even wrap my head around all of this, but Im so fucking happy! Thank you! Thank you! Thank you!
Andy: Chuckled happily through his own tears Don't thank me… Im so fucking happy you are my mate! It's perfect! It's beyond perfect! I wouldn't want it any other way!
Gabriella: Squaded down next to them, drying her eyes with the back of her hand Guys.. she put a hand on each of their shoulders Im sorry to interrupt, my sister is keeping up the field right now, that we hide under, and she cant go for 10 hours straight as I did… so we can't use too much time just sitting around. We still have a few things to sort out before I need to drive Andy back.
Andy: Nodded at her and grabbed the collar of Congo's shirt Just a bit more he pressed his lips against Congo's, french kissing him deeply
Gabriella: Stood up and walked to George You take Congo to the bistro, I'll take Andy to that coffee shop over there pointed on the other side of the street I'll give you guys 15 minutes. Im sorry it has to be so stressful, but we are running out of time. If you are done earlier, just signal me, alright?
George: He nodded and planted a soft kiss on her lips I agree… He cleared his throat Congo? I'm sorry, but I really need you to follow me, we are under a big time pressure…
Congo: Moaned softly and pulled his head away from Andy I'm gonna see you before we leave, I promise you. I'm gonna go with George now, and hurry him up, I promise. He smiled bright and dried his eyes with his sleeve I love you so much! Thank you for saving my life! And thank you for choosing me!
Andy: Nodded agreeing and dried his eyes, then grabbed Congo's hand when he offers to pull him up, kissing Congo a few times on his lips, before he let go of him and followed Gabriella to the coffee shop, where they soon sat down with a bit to drink, both of them deciding on a raspberry smoothie
Congo: He sighed happily as he observed Andy from the window
George: Cleared throat Im sorry to burst your bubble here. But Im afraid I have some really horrible news about Andy, I really need to get out there. Trust me, Im not happy having to deliver them now, and I would rather wait until you are done at your dads place, but after seeing Asmo refuse Andy in case he was more like Marius metally… you know…. downsyndrome-ish as we talked about may have been the case for Andy… I just wanna at least give you the opportunity for you to back out, before we all get further involved in this… since I finally located the root of the problem…
Congo: Interrupted There will be no backing out… I would never be that cruel, backing out just because he was… I'm with Marius for pete's sake… no matter how long that will last after today…
George: Cleared his throat Yes, I could imagine, but I have to explain anyway, but now I also have to make clear, that even if hard, I need you two, Andy and Congo, to keep dating Marius and Asmo, like nothing happened. This is the hardest part, I know, but it must be done in order to keep you both safe. You'll have to still go on with asking Marius to move in with you, propose to him and continue your life as usual. Just DON'T marry him. Any marriage before your marriage will break your bond with Andy. Just as well as he CAN'T marry Asmo, obviously for the same reason. Gabriella is filling him in on all this right now… except this part, and now please dont interrupt me before Im done… Andy isn't like Marius after all, but something horrible happened to him in his childhood. His eyes started flickering Please remain seated, for Andy will never get to learn any of this. It will break him completely. I'll go in and via hypnosis find out what exactly happened, and soothe child Andy within him, and that way fix it all for him. He took a big shaky breath and gwent on with a lump in his throat Andy was abused as a child. Whether he was raped or only fondled I do not know till I have been in there through hypnosis. He lit his pibe again and conttinued telling The reason Asmo and Andy took a break from therapy at my place, and returned to the city, was that Asmo discovered that on a farm house not more than 700 meters from where my house is located, lived a man, who was always told to be a child molester. Cops could never find any evidences, so the man was never convicted. However, he had asked if there were any criminals in the neighborhood, he could… you know… snack on he frowned softly and as Gabriella mentioned this man, Asmo said he would check him out, snoop around his place a bit. What Asmo found at the basement of the farm was chocking. There were filled with childs clothes, mainly female. Dirty mattresses with semen, chains, toys, locks of hair he had kept as souvenirs. And he found a keychain. A keychain with a little green and black guitar. He reccognized it from a child picture Katherine had shown Asmo, and as he sniffed it, it still had clear leftover smell of a younger Andy. So there were no doubt Andy had been in that basement. Asmo didn't take it nice, he burned the farm down to the ground, with the man still inside. What he did to the man before he torched the place, I do not wanna know, but Asmo assured me he was punished for his crimes. No one says he molested Andy, maybe he only did it to girls? But what I know is, one particular summer, Andy started acting strange. Few days later he fell of a horse, broke and arm and wanted to go home. He never returned to my house again, until now for therapy. Katherine always told me he refused to go. So something definitely marked him. As he was done he grabbed Congo's hands tightly, squeezing them a few times I understand if you want to walk away, if it's too much for you… but I promise you, I can fix him now.
Congo: Squeezed George back I will never desert him. I love him, no matter if he's fixed or broken. Thank you for telling me. He took a deep shaky breath, then cleared his throat, drying a few tears from his eyes Is there anything I should or shouldn't do, you know, when we are intimate… but also in general?
George: Shook his head softly No. Andy has blocked it all out. Adult Andy has no memory of the incident…. so just enjoy him as much as possible, and let him enjoy you smiled softly
Congo: Took another deep breath and nodded If you dont have more to add, could there possibly be time for him to at least join us for breaksfast?
George: Smiled warmly Of course… He knocked the window and gave a sign for the others to join them, laughing as he saw how much Andy's face lit up
Andy: As he ran into the bistro, he quickly slided down next to Congo in his booth, linking his arm with his, and leaned his head on his shoulder, looking up at him with loving eyes I missed you!
Congo: Chuckled deeply, kissing Andys hair I missed you too! What do you want for breakfast?
Andy: Smiles cheekily You!
George: Chuckled warmly Im sorry my boy, there's no time for that… you'll have to eat something… hmm… Less tasty winked at them both
Andy: Blushed lightly and sat up straight Alright, alright… he grabbed a menu and read it quickly 2 blueberry pancakes aaaand… no… make that 3 blueberry pancakes and an omelet… nothing to drink, I have my smoothie…
George: Waved at the waitress, smiling politely as she joins them Sorry about the food waste before. This time we will actually eat the food he winked at her and made her chuckle softly, then he went on I'll have the same as before, so will he nods at Congo who nods agreeing
Gabriella: Smiled friendly I'll have an omelet and a scone, please…
Congo: Smiled proudly And my fiance will have orders for Andy, kissing his forehead softly as he's done ordering
Andy: Blushed bright red, then suddenly looks around a bit nervous Wait… what… how… uh.. if you and Marius goes down here… now they have seen you with me.. your fiance… and.. well.. sighed a bit frustrated
Gabriella: Laughs softly as Congo seems to catch on to Andy's nervousness Relax guys… my clan is on it… they will make sure no one will remember anything here, as soon as we leaves, I'll give them a call, and everyone in this city will only remember seeing Congo and a work associate, looking nothing like my honey bunny, having breakfast and discussing expanding Congo's house for Marius to move in. So just in case someone should ask around for anyone down here… well… thats what they will find… no trucks, no blue mohawks, no gypsy looking female without shoes… and no elderly sex god smoking a pibe she kissed George's cheek as he smiled pleased, puffing his pibe
Andy: Wrinkled his nose Eww no! Please!
Gabriella: Laughed heartly Andy, sweetheart, he's not that much older than Congo! Don't be fooled… under his clothes hes not 60+… does Congo look 48 under his clothes?
Andy: Bit his lips cheekily Not at all… he's as firm as I am… everywhere moans softly but he doesnt look 48 above the clothes either*
Gabriella: Nodded and smiled warmly True… he doesn't look a day over 40
Andy: Nodded and smiled proudly I know. And trust me… he's the real sex god here!
Gabriella and George: Both laughed out warmly
Congo: Blushed lightly and kissed Andy's hair
Gabriella: Winked at Andy I do not doubt you the slightest, and if he wasn't already taken, I would run away with him winked at Congo and sipped her smoothie
Andy: He pointed his tongue at her and leaned his head on Congo's shoulder again, moaning satisfied as Congo ran his fingers through his mohawk I wish we didn't have to go home… that we could just stay here forever sighed softly
Congo: Sighed deeply I know sweetheart… I know.
George: Caressed Gabriella's hand on the table Me and Gaby will make sure that day will come as fast as possible… but until then, when you aren't together, which can't be everyday, not even back in the city… you will have to force yourself to be in as normal as possible relationship with your partners. Giving them the illusion of everything being okay. It's the only way possible we can all pass this speed bump with our lives intact.
Andy: Sighed deeply We know George… dont spoil breakfast before it arrives!
George: Chuckled softly Alright, alright. I just want to make sure you both know this will probably be the hardest thing to overcome in your whole life…
Gabriella: Smiled softly But it will be worth it…
Andy: Nodded agreeing Im sure it will, I have no doubt softly caressed Congo's arm
Gabriella: Smiled warmly I know… I'm with my mate gently pads Georges hand
Andy: Lifted his head from Congo's shoulder is George?
Gabriella: Smiled warmly He sure is…
Andy: Looked at both of them with a big smile, then suddenly froze a bit But wait… you guys dont wanna get married?
Gabriella: Chuckled softly He got me convinced… we will get married as soon as we settle for a date, but it should be sometime in the late fall, I think? Smiled warmly at George
George: Nodded softly at Gabriella and planted a kiss on her cheek, then nodded at the waitress as she arrived with the food
Andy: Looked curious at them both So wheres the rings?
George: Chuckled softly Where are your rings?
Andy: Proudly reached out his hand with the ring
Gabriella: Grabbed his hand and studied the ring Nice… very simple… I like it.
Andy: Nodded even prouder On the inside, there's a heart and it says forever and ever.
Gabriella: Smiled softly at Congo
George: Sighed softly and smiled happily Now isnt that just precious? You two make me so happy inside! Congratulations to you both. You have my blessings!
Congo: Nodded softly Thank you George.
George: Looked questioning at Congo So where's yours Congo?
Andy: Smiled a bit shyly, then slowly unbuttoned the first few buttons of Congo's shirt, dragging the fabric a bit to the side, revealing the burn mark
George: Smiled softly I see… very personally…
Congo: Nodded softly I don't wear rings… well, I'll wear a wedding ring of course… but…beside that Im not into wearing jewelries… so this was the second best I could come up with smiled warmly
Gabriella: Sighed softly And just above the heart… you just gotta love romantic men padded George's hand softly She sighed softly I hate to be bossy, but please eat guys… we gotta leave soon…
Andy: *Sighed softly and dug in, followed by the rest of them. Under the meal there wasn't said much, only George explaining due to short time, he will follow Andy and Gabriella back to the city, in his own car, and drop by Andy's parents to tell them the happy news and explain everything in details. Andy also ran the idea about a weekend getaway with Congo, his parents and Poul by them, and it was fast agreed upon, that it would be the perfect opportunity to get married, if they were both up for the ultra fast wedding, which they both agreed to. Gabriella mentioned they could all go to Congo's spare house, some of her clan members could then show up at the wedding day and perform the ceremony, leaving them all in protected atmosphere, and as well do the adoption the same day, so everything is taken care of as soon as possible, to provide a security blanket for both Congo and Andy. Along the way Gabriella also insist in Poul, George, Katherine and Leonard to be adopted too. Just to be on the safe side.
Andy: As they were all done eating, he asked if there was a little time for him and Congo to step outside and be alone a bit, smiling satisfied as George agrees they will need a little time for a proper goodbye, since next time they will meet, it will most likely be around their partners. As Congo and Andy stepped outside, Andy quickly pushed him around a corner, shoving Congo up against the wall We are getting married! Possible in less than 2 months from now!
Congo: Nodded a bit overwhelmed and chuckles warmly It's a bit overwhelming, but theres nothing I want more than to be yours!
Andy: Squealed loudly I just wanna be yours as well! Let's do this!
Congo: Laughed warmly and wrapped his arms around Andy Kiss me silly!
Andy: Smiled bright, then wrapped his arms around Congo as well, kissing him tenderly
Congo: After few minutes kissing, he pulled back a bit, pointing at a bench not far away from where they stand What do you say we sit down a few minutes, until the others picks us up?
Andy: Sighed deeply and nodded softly Okay… let's do that. He grabbed Congo's hand and lead him to the bench, and as Congo sits down, he sits down next to him, leaning his body against Congo's chest, wrapping Congo's arms around him I love this… wrapping myself in you… I feel so safe…. so soothed… he picked up one of Congo's hands and softly planted a kiss on the back of it I could sit like this forever… watching the forest, listening to the birds, enjoying the sunlight, basking in your scent, kissing your hand, feeling your breath on my skin… tasting your lips on my lips…
Congo: Smiled softly blowing a bit of extra air out of his nose So life with me won't get boring for you in the long run?
Andy: Turned his head slightly and looked up at Congo with bright eyes Of course not! Who's the silly one now?!
Congo: Chuckled softly and kissed Andy's mohawk
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sol-consort · 30 days
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The comment that one asari says about dating humans in ME2 still hasn't left me.
How she mentioned that asari stay matebonded with humans even if they don't like them because "you just stick it out for a 100 years until the human dies."
Like???? The audacity???? It's almost like they see humans as pets.
Sure, the asari have always acted like they're superior and better than the rest, but it especially intensifies when they're dealing with humans.
She could've said turians or even salarians who have a shorter lifespan, but nope, humans are the ones they stick it out with while the rest get some respect from the asari.
It doesn't help that the most common asari couples you see through the series are with humans, it's almost a given at any point.
Liara seems to be the exception to the way most asari treat humans tbh.
Meanwhile, humans get abandoned by their entire families and cut off if they date an asair like in ME3. And not once do you see an asari bring up the sacrifices humans must do in order to be with them, not once a hint of appreciation but just more criticism for being so regressive and behind when it hasn't been more than a fucking 100 years since humans made first contact. No shit some humans still haven't came to terms with aliens, let alone other humans dating the alien equivalent of a gene sequence stealing parasite race.
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charlizekkelly · 10 months
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Vampirism in Shadows of the Night - pt. 1
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Weaknesses
Wooden stakes to the heart
Stakes of any other material paralyse (won't affect them if there's no intention to harm)
Pure silver; paralyses & is a type of drug
Strengths
Full-fledge vampires aren't affected by stakes (they won't paralyse but can still kill)
Sunlight doesn't harm
Paranormal lure; brings victims to them
Vampiric Abilities
Immortality (obvi)
Mind manipulations - illusions and control
Mind 'bonds' between bloodline members - sire to pack, pack members to pack members
Paranormal lure - a thrall that attracts their prey to them
Blood manipulation (it needs its own slide to explain)
Myths (do they work?)
Garlic - they can eat
Human food - it tastes better but doesn't sustain them for long
Reflections (mirrors, photos, etc) - they appear
Holy water & 'holy' objects - doesn't affect them
Coffins & turning into bats - not my breed of vamps
Matebonds - don't exist. everything is by choice; subconscious or not (it’s more complex than that)
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simonsaysletsgo · 3 months
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Todays Bran/Leah thoughts:
-Leah specifically doesn't cross her arms because she doesn't want Bran to see her as more uncomfortable or defensive than she already seems. She doesn't want him to feel bad about it, which makes me think that its (his guilt when she is uncomfortable) something they've struggled with in the past.
-Leah specifically avoids being close to Bran because she's scared of the difference when he pulls away from her afterwards. Implying that this has happened before when he has been more affectionate/comforting and then later pulled away.
I'm not sure what all this adds up to exactly but I think a lot about how Patty mentioned that their relationship was a pattern of behavior they both fell into. And how he was extremely protective of her when they first mated- specifically saying that guilt drove him harder than love did. Like obviously Leah is my girl and I'm forever pissed at Bran, but I don't actually think that the distance between them was 100% Bran enforced (though I think he started it and had the power to stop it at any time); Leah also specifically hides her pain and her struggles from him because she doesn't want him to feel guilty and she doesn't want him to comfort her because she fears he'll pull away again.
Bran genuinely seems to have no idea this is going on until it is literally unignorable and is surprised/frustrated when she keeps rejecting his help. And like clearly part of it is a bit of willful ignorance since he's a smart guy and really doesn't want to rock the boat since their relationship is so fundamental to his mental health. But I geniunely think that, somehow, Bran had no idea how much he was hurting her and Leah wanted to keep it that way because she was afraid he would do something about it (Leave her, temporarily show her affection and then rip it away ect) and in a different way, was also very afraid of rocking the boat. Somehow this also added up to a relationship where Leah geniunely thinks Bran dislikes her and will eventually leave her and she is delaying that meanwhile Bran is frustrated with her because he doesn't understand her behavior and has no idea what's going on in his own marriage, but feels he can't say/do anything because he doesn't want Leah to leave him and changing their relationship might jepordize that. In Wild Sign, Bran reveals that he actually has no idea what's going on with Leah to his son with much embarrassment, he doesn't know her history or her feelings or anything really and realizes Leah doesn't want him anywhere near this extremely personal issue and that the pattern they've fallen into is not working at all actually and opens the matebond.
Anyway I could think of their relationship all day I swear.
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