#renée rose menken

[yuuniee]

Lo and behold! The evil face post!! 😈

1. Renée’s first smug face is supposed to look somewhat mischievous as if she’s gonna pull a prank anytime soon! (She won’t though... probably...)

Here is a Gacha Life 2 version of it for a better view!

2. Second one is not the kind of face she’d show to anyone...

3. Yes, her hair does react to her emotions! It curls when she’s happy, becomes straight when she is upset and gets all messy and frazzled when she’s angry! In her case of smug faces though, her hair sort of goes to 😈 mode... She literally becomes 😈 face :3c

Daniel’s not that unhinged, but he can get heated up at some point... Like during the Harveston Kelkkarotu, before the sled race. Think of this face as Kalim’s “evil” smirk!

1. The Fawn you see in the first one is the kind of expression you’ll see when she is actually about to lose her mind... As if she’s saying “Those small fries have gone TOO FUCKING FAR!”

2. The second one is her usual smug face along with Auburn’s as if they are saying “You poor thing~”. One of them genuinely feels pity for that poor soul though...

1. Vivienne doing the Anya face (in my style, there was an attempt-)

2. Like Renée’s second evil smirk, this face isn’t the kind of face she’d show to anyone unless she feels like teasing someone.

Zephyr’s smug face is kind of like a lazy smirk, but it may give off some vibes like he’s saying “lmao #skillissue” to the viewer

Tagging: @twsted-princess @ceruleancattail @thehollowwriter @fumikomiyasaki @boopshoops

#twisted wonderland oc #twst oc #twisted wonderland #twst #renée rose menken #daniel jett sterling #fawn mortimer #auburn sinclair #vivienne schönheit #zephyr whitlock

[k-looking-glass-house]

oh MY GAWD!! YOUVE BEEN ON MY DASH FOR GOD KNOWS HOW LONG AND I THOUGHT I WAS FOLLOWING YOU!!! 😭 😭 😭 CONGRATS ON ALL YOUR FOLLOWERS K!!!

For the event, I offer you... 🫴🫴 my baby 🥺

AGAIN CONGRATULATIONS FOR THE MILESTONE!!! 🥹🥹🥹

Ah ah no worry!! No worry!

Thanks darling!!

Thanks for "offering" your baby lol~ Hope I made her justice!

K:" Hn hn, Lady Renée? It'sh K. I finally finished your dressh! Could you come to the atelier to make shome adjushtement? Thank you!"

Here we go!! I decided to go for some "asian influence" style since your "baby" makes origami!

I also tried to include some "Tangled" ref, "Belle" ref too with a slight "Cinderella" color palette!

Hope you'll like it!

Thank you!!

#kanswers #k imeart #your baby oc! #Renée Rose Menken #ktherabbitissoyappyomgthankyou

[siphoklansan]

How I picture their first meeting (/hj)

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She tapped the fellow prefect on the shoulder.

“You seem troubled, Miss Siphok. Is there anything I can do to help you with that?”

She was surprised. Despite being in Ramshackle for this long, she had never seen her before. She didn’t know how she knew her name either.

“...Who are you?” She asked the girl unknown to her.

Instead of replying at first, the girl before her simply laughed and then she gave an answer.

“Just someone who keeps an eye on people to make sure they are alright.”

Now she was confused. The girl spoke again.

“But if you need to hear a formal introduction, I am more than pleased to give you one.” She clasped her hands.

“I’m asking you again. Who are you? Why are you here?” She asked the girl.

But she simply smiled and spoke again.

“...My name is Renée Rose Menken, and I look forward to get to know you better, Miss Siphok.”

———

(p.s: I also drew a small comic of your ship with Floyd before, but I’m sorry for not showing this. I forgot to take a picture of it... *cries in traditional artist*)

WHDNSOAHDNSOHSKSOSNALAINK💗💞💞 I LOOK FORWARD TO GET TO KNOW YOU BETTER TOO RENEÉ🥹MY BELOVED- MY CUTE LITTLE SCRUNKLY SHE’S SO PRETYYY???? HELLO?????

AND ALSO WWHHHHAHAAAAAAAAAATTTTT WHAAAAATA⁉️⁉️ WDYM YOU DREW A COMIC OF FLOYD AND ME AAAANSSKKSJSKXOS /POS

#FLABBERGASTED #WDSJDOAJSMX #honestly the struggle of being a traditional artist- #felt frfr🤝🤝 #and also— #i just realized #why do #like do people #like why do they #why are they so nice #like how #a COMIC??? OF FLOYDHOK?? #AND A BUNCH OF NUKE FICS?? #(i’ve been through a lot) #(looking at you ceru and rubia🤨) #AND ALSO A FLOYDHOK ART #THATS UNDER MY PINNED POST #LITERALLY FAINTING #LIKE DROP DEAD #PASSED OUT #DECEASED #THE COMIC WILL PROBABLY #KILL ME FOR GOOD— #But jokes aside that’s so sweet of you🥹💔💔 #༄​siphok-chatters༄

[cynthinesia]

“Life is like a paper plane. The more you see, the more your vision expands... Hehehe~ I wonder what kind of adventure I will be taken today~”

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Name: Renée Rose Menken

「レネエ・ローズ・メンケン」 (renee rōzu menken)

Nicknames/Aliases: Ice Cold Queen (Ace) (formerly), Ren-chan/Rennie (Cater), Pufferfishie (Floyd), Dame Observer (Rook), Little Songbird (Sebastian)

Dorm: Ramshackle

Age: 17 (20 you count the birthdays!)

Birthday: 26th May

Height: 164 cm/5'4 ft

School Year: First || Freshman

Voiced by: Yume Miyamoto

Class: 1-B (no. 04)

Club: NRC Newspaper Club (former), Light Music Club

Best Subject: History

Dominant Hand: Left

Hobby: Drawing

Favorite Food: Baked brie, soufflé

Least Favorite Food: Roasted chickpea

Pet Peevees: Repulsive, ignorant and/or rude people

Talent: Origami

🤍🤍🤍🤍🤍🤍🤍🤍🤍🤍🤍🤍

Appearence: Her wavy hair is usually worn down, a bit messy, and it comes down to her rear, but has a small light brown streak on her left side. She also wears various hairpins, including a bunny hairpin and a cherry blossom hairpin in some days. Her canine tooth are slightly sharper, and she sometimes calls them “baby canines”. She has a mark on her throat in the shape akin to an olive branch to indicate the way she came.

She does her hair in different ways depending on the outfit, like a ponytail, a braid, or a bun. Her vest and jacket are fully buttoned, and she wears her tie as a ribbon. Also, she wears gloves in her school uniform. After some time, she starts to wear a choker that has a gem on it as well.

Personality: In the first times of her arrival in Twisted Wonderland, Reneé acted like the way her mother wanted her to; a person that doesn’t show any hint of emotion, cold, ruthless, straightforward.¹ But then, when she gradually opened up, she showed her true self, which is a sweet and kind, but a bit shy person in general. She is still like that this way.

(Her, coming to the NRC for the first time v.s after all the things that happened) ↓

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Unique Magic: “Afterglow Duality”

She awakens it during Vil’s overblot and it splits into three ways.

- It allows her to control her hair as much as she likes to, and it consumes very little magic. She can make it grow longer or shorter with it too! But her hair becomes light brown when it’s cut, which is the reason why she has a light brown streak on her hair when she tried to cut it herself.

- ☀️ “Dawn To Sunset”: Allows her to heal someone and give them strength by using her hair and/or by singing a special song. (I’m using the original lyrics of Healing Incantation until I find my own lyrics... 😔)

The amount of magic she uses depends how many people she heals. May lead to overblotting if she overuses it.

- 🌙 “Dusk To Afterglow”: Allows her to weaken and/or destroy everything her hair touches when she sings a special song. (I’m using the original lyrics of Hurt Incantation until I find my own lyrics... 😔)

The amount of magic she uses depends on how many things she destroys while using this. It may also lead overblotting if she overuses it since it consumes more magic than the other two and it’s harder to control.

Source: Gacha Life 2

(Probably the most accurate look of her I had in my head for the longest time 😔)

Fun Facts:

At first, she tried to disguise herself as a male since NRC is an all-boys school, but failed as she was caught in Ace’s eye. To be more specific, his ears. Her voice is a bit high pitched after all.

She often makes origami gifts, and gives them to others. For example; she would definitely give Deuce an origami chick with a blueberry muffin and a note that says “Take care of yourself! :)”

She has sewn her skirt and her gloves herself from the unused parts of the uniforms.

She can’t stand the people she dislikes, but she shows her anger towards them in a passive-aggresive way.

She restrains most of her emotions when there is people around her and shows them when she is alone.

Back in her world, Reneé learned as much as she can. Like singing, dancing, cooking, researching, fast reading. She read as much as she can from the encyclopedias. All of these were for her mother to notice how hard she is trying to be loved by her. But it didn’t work, so that’s why she does what she likes now.

She tries to be flawless, and ends up overworking herself in the process.

You can see the way she came to Twisted Wonderland by visiting there.

In the first few days of her arrival, she shut herself in the library and literally studied every single subject that she’s possibly going to learn at school. Taking notes, writing things in her notebook, memorizing everything and etc.

(1) She was called “Ice Cold Queen” several times by Ace and Grim because of this act.

After the Overblots, everyone cries and shows concern, or at least a slight hint of sadness, right? Well, during her first times (again), Reneé showed none of it. But when she came back to her dorm, more specifically to her room, she locked herself in there and cried, showing everything she felt at that moment.

She refers herself as “Atashi”, and ends sentences with “-desu”.

She has a brother who is five years older, and a sister who is two years younger than her.

She often gazes at the sky when she has time and just watches the clouds float until someone calls her.

She has Acrophobia.

She has a birthmark on her right shoulder blade which is in the shape of a heart (or an L). This is partially visible on her Ghost Marriage outfit.

She also bears magic which she awakens during Jamil’s overblot. After noticing this, she sort of swaps the fake gem of her choker to an actual one that expels all the magic. (That is, until Vil’s overblot happens... 😔)

#twisted wonderland #twst #twst oc #renée rose menken #disney twst #twst yuu #twst yuu oc #ramshackle oc

[yuuniee]

“Shall We...”

A/N: HAPPY BIRTHDAY FUMIIIIII!!! I know this is probably as great as your writings but here is my gift to you! Thanks for being so awesome and so friendly even if I often get awkward around people... Your ocs are so wonderful and you put a lot of work to them all! Even your most hated ocs are wonderful and I sometimes wants to hold them in my hand and kiss them even if some of them may bite my hand! To cut it short, ily/p 🥺

💚 Louis and Carol belongs to @fumikomiyasaki!

The sun began to peek through the curtains as Carol stirred in her bed. She could feel the warmth from her lovers’ bodies beside her, their gentle snores filling the air. Slowly, she opened her eyes and turned over, greeted by the sight of Auburn’s playful grin and Lennox’s loving gaze.

“Dearest…” Auburn murmured while laying next to her.

"Mmm…” She replied, causing them to smile.

But before she could fully wake up, Lennox spoke again. “Fufufu~ Looks like our little seashell needs some more time to rise and shine.”

“Wake up, sleepyhead,” Auburn chimed in. “It’s already morning.”

Their laughter echoed in the room as Lennox wrapped his arms around Carol’s waist and gave her a sweet kiss on the cheek. Meanwhile, Auburn leaned down to place a kiss on her head.

“What time is it?” Carol asked groggily, rubbing her eyes.

“About 08:32 a.m.” Lennox replied, kissing her neck.

“Thanks, sea king~” Auburn said with a soft smile as she snuggled deeper into their embrace.

Her eyes fluttered open again to find her two lovers still cuddling her.

“Happy birthday, princess…” Auburn whispered in her ear before giving her a gentle squeeze and planting a small kiss on Lennox’s lips.

He then turned to look at them curiously. “Are you two planning on sleeping together?”

Auburn smirked mischievously. “Not exactly. We came here to wake our princess up, didn't we?”

Lennox nodded in agreement, but when they looked back at Carol, they noticed she had already fallen asleep again.

“Oh dear,” Lennox sighed, pulling her closer to his chest. “Carol, darling, if you don’t wake up soon, we might have to wake you up ourselves.”

“Five more minutes.” Carol mumbled, still half-asleep.

“No, you have to wake up now.” Auburn pouted playfully while poking her sides.

“Four more minutes…” Carol drifted back to sleep, causing both men to laugh quietly.

“Not a chance, sweetheart.” Lennox replied with a quiet laugh.

“One min…” But she fell asleep again.

“Carol…” They said in unison. “Wake up!”

She heard the bed rustle and suddenly felt hands tickling her from both sides.

“Mmm... Huh? Wait- wait! Ahaha... Hahahaha!!” Carol burst into a fit of giggles as Auburn and Lennox continued their playful attack.

“Stop- stop it! Nooo!!” She pleaded between laughs.

When they finally stopped, she was out of breath and slumped against Lennox’s chest as Auburn sprawled out beside them.

“Oh dear, it looks like the sleepless nights are catching up to me.” Carol sighed, trying to catch her breath.

“I wonder why…” Auburn teased with a smirk.

“Take a wild guess…” Carol replied with a tired but content smile as both men chuckled softly.

“So, would you like us to carry you to the living room or can you manage on your own?” Lennox asked, helping her search for her glasses which he handed to her without hesitation.

After getting dressed and ready with their help, they made their way downstairs just as a loud party cracker went off outside. The sound was quickly followed by cheers and shouts from the residents of all dorms, all shouting in unison...

“HAPPY BIRTHDAY MISS CAROL!!!”

“...Did you two arrange all this?” She asked, her gaze flickering between her two lovers with a raised eyebrow.

Lennox’s lips quirked into a playful smile as he turned to face the rest of the group.

“Perhaps.” He replied coyly, his dark eyes gleaming mischievously.

Auburn grinned sheepishly from beside him, his cheeks tinged with a faint blush.

“Mr. Trey and Mr. Louis were in charge of the cake while Miss Renée and Mr. Jamil prepared the food.” Auburn interjected, gesturing towards each person as he spoke.

“Come on, Auburn…” Lilith teased, her voice laced with amusement.

“I don’t really think we did that much.” Renée chimed in modestly, averting her gaze.

“At least we didn’t let Lilia get near the kitchen. That would have been a recipe for disaster.” Lilith quipped, rolling her eyes.

As she surveyed the living room, her eyes widened in shock at the mountain of gifts piled in the corner.

“Ace and Deuce helped us decorate too.” Yuusuke added with a smile, motioning towards the festive decorations adorning the walls and furniture.

“Didn’t you force us to-”

Ace's protest was quickly muffled by Deuce’s hand over his mouth.

“Oi, Ace!” Deuce scolded him, removing his hand from Ace’s mouth.

“Well then, shall we begin the party?”

The birthday girl suggested with a smile, clapping her hands together as the cheers rose from the guests in response.

“Hmm-hm-hm~”

Renée came out of the kitchen with a basket in hand and started skipping around like a frolicking child in a dress, making sure she is looking decent for the party going on.

“Myaah! What’s all this noise?!” Grim grumpily sprung up from the couch.

“Sorry, I didn’t mean to wake you up Grimmy.” She said with a huge smile on her face.

“What’s with the basket? …Wait, something smells nice… Fnnyah! Did you bake somethin’ again, henchwoman?” The little monster asked while jumping closer, drooling over and his stomach growling insanely as if he was starving for years.

“No Grim, those aren’t for you. I made these for someone special!” She exclaimed in a hushed tone, trying not to get caught by other residents of her dorm.

“But I’m hungry already! Gimme some of theseeee!” He exclaimed loudly, already attracting some attention to the kitchen.

“Shhh, be quiet..!” She replied, already pouting and panicking if anyone saw her while Grim left the scene. Luckily enough, the coast was clear and nobody had noticed her. When she got out of there, a familiar face greeted her; her dearest boyfriend’s.

“I came here to check if everything is.. alright…” He froze mid sentence to take a good look at her in the dress with a slight pink tint on his cheeks. “You look beautiful, my dear.”

She couldn’t speak while looking down as her face was redder than a tomato, but her hair started to curl into little hearts which indicated that she liked the compliment. More like he liked him-

“Thank.. you…” She managed to mutter before grabbing a fistful of her hair and hiding her face with it.

He chuckled at the sight of it and pat her head.

“You’re welcome, blossom.”

He then cupped her face and kissed her forehead. Suddenly though..

“Quit hogging the kitchen, lovebirds! Some of us are trying to get some food in here!” Lilith butted in with a grin and a plate in hand while eyeing the two.

“Hello to you too, Lilith.” Renée rolled her eyes with a deadpan expression as she filled her plate with food.

“My my, why the long face? You look beet red, Rennie~” She grinned, causing the shorter girl to smack her head while she gave her something to drink.

“Nothing.” She sharply replied while going back to her beloved’s embrace.

“Don’t take too long, you two!” She joked while leaving, causing the poor girl to get even more embarrassed than before.

“I swear, this girl…” She pouted and buried her face into Louis’s chest.

“Is she bothering you?” He asked, clearly concerned, and held her even closer in his arms.

“...No, not at all…” She murmured and sighed. “Let’s go back.”

“...As you wish, my lady.” He said before bringing her hand to his lips and giving it a gentle kiss. She blushed, causing her hair to curl into more hearts. Regardless, she held his hand and they went back to the party together.

#twisted wonderland oc #twst oc #twisted wonderland #twst #twst yuu #renée rose menken #auburn sinclair #💚: louren #💚: sea flower trio

[yuuniee]

...sdroW tsaL reihT

🕊️ “I’m... sorry... mother...”

👠 “...Shit... I’m being followed?! ...Shitshitshitshitshit—”

🦊 “It can’t.. end like this..! I.. I haven’t seen my nephew yet...!”

🦉 “...Eileen... Lily... Thanks for everything...”

🌓 “Mom... I’m sorry for being born...”

🎀 “Hahaha..! Oh gosh, I haven’t laughed since forever..! Hey, don’t push—”

⌨️ “MAMA! MAMA WATCH OUT—”

🏷️ @thehollowwriter @glowingsleepystarry @pixxlate @hyac1nthus

#twst oc #twisted wonderland oc #twst mc #twst yuu #renée rose menken #sakae satou #yuusuke hamamoto #ian anderson #lilith aries fontana #dorothea minerva mccartney #matthew arnold

[yuuniee]

♦️ A Special Smile 🕊️

A/N: The Split Rose confession fic some of you have been waiting for is finally here..! How are we feeling? :) (Also... *checks the word count* 8K WORDS... UMMM I THINK I OVERDID IT A BIT... 😳)

Character(s) In Fic: Riddle, Trey, Cater, Ace, Lilith, Renée, Dorothea, Matthew + Digit, Yuusuke, Manar (cameo), Cater’s sisters

🏷️ Taglist: @fad1a @queen-shiba @deeva-arud @iseethatimicy @achy-boo @thehollowwriter @glowingsleepystarry @hyac1nthus @pixxlate

It all started beautifully while the Ramshackle prefects came to another Unbirthday party. The sweet scent of cookies mixed with the relaxing tea enveloped the air as the students laughed and chatted with each other.

“Might I have one more cup of tea, Trey?” The dorm leader politely asked while chatting with Renée, one of the prefects that he was closer with.

“Of course, Riddle. Here you go.” The vice head replied with a smile as he poured the tea for him.

“Thank you.” He smiled and turned to her. “So, as I was saying…”

Little did anyone know, this was also the day that Cater had planned to confess his love for Renée. He had spent months carefully planning every detail of how he would tell her how he felt. But just as he was about to make his move, he received a phone call from his sisters.

“Caycay~! We miss you so much every day! Why aren’t you answering our calls?!” His oldest sister exclaimed in a worried tone.

Cater groaned inwardly and placed a hand over his head in frustration. He knew this would be a long conversation about how much they missed him and how worried they were. He gritted his teeth and waited for it to end, trying not to snap at his sisters. But then, his oldest sister dropped a bombshell.

“We’ll come visit you tomorrow so we can catch up with you! Who knows, maybe you have some juicy secrets about your school or class?” She said teasingly.

Cater’s eyes widened in panic. He couldn’t let his sisters visit him at school, especially not now when he was planning to confess to Renée. Before he could object, he heard the beeping sound indicating that his sister had hung up. He clenched his fists in frustration and walked out of the party, needing some space to think. As Renée noticed Riddle’s tense posture and figured that it would be off with Cater’s head, she gently tapped on his shoulder a few times. Her light touch caused him to flinch and turn towards her with a guarded expression.

“Riddle, may I use the restroom?” She whispered in a hushed tone, trying not to disturb the atmosphere of the party.

“Of course you may.” He replied, his voice strained and distant.

Without another word, she hurried off towards the dorms. But then she turned away to run after Cater, determined to catch up to her closest friend. As she approached him, she could see that he was sitting behind a bush far from the festivities, hugging his knees close to his chest.

“Caycay... Are you alright?” She asked, her voice gentle as she knelt down in front of him. She held her basket close to her chest and brushed a strand of hair from his face, gazing at him with concern in her kind eyes.

“LEAVE ME ALONE!” The ginger suddenly snapped, causing the girl to startle and take a step back. Her heart sank as she watched him tear up and continue to push her away. “I don’t wanna see anyone or anything, okay?!”

Renée took a deep breath and sighed, trying to remain calm despite his outburst. She knew all too well how he tended to isolate himself when he was upset.

“But if there is something bothering you, maybe you should try sharing it…” She suggested with a soft smile, reaching out to cup his cheeks in her hands and meet his gaze. “That’s what best friends do, non?”

“I... I need some time alone, Rennie... I’ll be fine, I promise.” He forced a smile onto his lips, but it didn't reach his eyes which were still filled with tears.

“Please, tell me! Maybe I can help!” Renée insisted with genuine curiosity shining in her eyes.

“You can’t this time.” Cater’s voice cracked as he spoke, his tears now falling freely. “Sometimes you can’t just make someone feel better.”

“But at least it would lift some weight off of your shoulders…” She pleaded, placing her hands on top of his in a comforting gesture.

“WHATEVER! LEAVE ME THE HECK ALONE!” He shouted in frustration, finally snapping under the weight of his emotions. “YOU CAN’T HELP ME! NO ONE CAN! I’LL BE FINE ON MY OWN, OKAY?!”

“I... understand.” Renée’s voice trembled slightly as she clenched her fists at her sides. “I think I’ll come back another time…”

As Cater watched her walk away with tears in her eyes, he felt a pang of regret and guilt wash over him. He couldn’t even find the words to apologize or chase after her, feeling numb from hurting the last person he ever wanted to hurt. Slowly, he sank down onto the ground and buried his face in his hands, overwhelmed by conflicting emotions. It wasn’t until she was long gone that he realized it was none other than Renée herself - the kind and caring prefect who occupied his thoughts - who he had just yelled and pushed away. He felt like someone had slapped him in the face as the enormity of his actions sunk in.

He had messed up, big time.

“Renée!” He heard Trey go after her, concerned as always.

Feeling a wave of guilt wash over him, he frantically searched for her in the crowd, hoping against hope that she was still waiting for him like she always did. But his gaze fell upon an empty space where she had been standing, and he knew she was gone. A shaky sigh escaped his lips as he raised trembling hands to cover his tear-stained face and muffled sobs.

Collapsing to his knees, he whispered in anguish.

“What have I done?”

Slowly, he managed to compose himself and stumbled away from the party, heading towards his room. With a slam of the door and a firm lock, he shut out the noise and chaos outside. His phone lay on the bedside table, and as he scrolled through his contacts, his eyes fell upon a familiar name: ‘Rennie 🤍’. Without hesitation, he dialed the number and waited anxiously for her.

The shrill ring of Renée’s cell phone cut through the air, breaking her from her tearful thoughts. Lilith sat by her side, offering comfort while she cried.

“If he does, I’ll personally go to Heartslabyul and give him a piece of my mind,” Lilith declared, brushing her hair back. “No one makes my bestie cry.”

“Who could be calling now..?” Renée sighed, grabbed her phone away with her trembling hands. She saw the name ‘Caycay 🧡♦️’ flashing on the screen and hesitated before answering.

“Do you think I should pick up, Lily? He might just scold me again…”

Renée managed a small smile at her friend’s fierce loyalty. “You always say you’d do anything for me.”

“And I mean it, darling,” Lilith replied, braiding Renée’s hair with practiced ease. “Anyone who hurts you will have to answer to me.”

Renée pressed the answer button and put the call on speaker, with Lilith still by her side.

“Are you okay, Rennie?” Cater’s voice came through hesitantly. “I’m so sorry for snapping at you earlier. I was just stressed about my sisters coming to visit tomorrow and, well, I didn’t want them to embarrass me.”

“I’m fine,” Renée sniffled as Lilith rubbed her shoulder soothingly.

Cater let out a breath he didn’t realize he was holding. “I’m glad you’re okay,” he said sincerely. “And I’m sorry for taking my stress out on you. It wasn’t right.”

Cater's heart swelled at her forgiveness and concern.

There was a moment of silence before Renée spoke up again.

“It’s okay,” She said softly. “I know you didn’t mean it. You’ve been under a lot of pressure with your studies and the chaos of Heartslabyul, and I understand that. But please remember, you don’t have to face it all alone. You have people who care about you, like me.”

“Thank you, Renée,” He said gratefully. “I care about you too. More than you know.”

“I’m glad,” Renée replied, a small smile forming on her lips as her hair curled into little hearts. Lilith smirked at the interaction from her spot next to Renée.

Cater’s worries melted away at her words, replaced by a newfound hope and a warm feeling in his chest. And then, an idea struck him.

“Actually Renée,” he began, twirling a strand of his hair nervously. “Can you come back to Heartslabyul? There’s something really important I need to tell you.”

Lilith gasped and grabbed Renée’s shoulders, shaking her excitedly while whispering “Say yes! Say yes!!” in her other ear. Renée’s smile grew even wider, oblivious to the fact that the boy on the other side of the call was smiling too.

“I.. I can!” She exclaimed, her voice filled with joy. “I mean, of course I can. Why wouldn’t I be able to? Ahahaha…”

The red-headed boy chuckled at her adorable excitement, unable to deny how infectious it was. “Okay then, I’ll be waiting for you~♪” He said while propping himself up on his bed. But before he could say anything else, a knock on his door interrupted them. He recognized the voice as the vice leader of the dorm, Trey.

“Cater, it’s me. Are you alright?” His concerned voice came from the other side of the door.

“Goodbye for now…” Cater said after a few seconds to Renée before hanging up the phone. He quickly fixed his disheveled hair and made his way to the door, not wanting Trey to see him in such a vulnerable state.

Opening the door, he was met with Trey’s worried expression. Cater forced a smile onto his face, not wanting to worry his friend.

“I’m alright Trey,” he replied nonchalantly. “Just a little overwhelmed with everything that's been going on lately.”

Trey raised an eyebrow, clearly not convinced by Cater’s response. After all, they had been dormmates for two years and Trey knew Cater better than anyone else (or so he thought).

“You know you can always talk to me, right?” Trey said softly, stepping into the room and closing the door behind him. “I’m here for you if you need anything.”

Cater waved off Trey’s concern with a dismissive hand. “Of course I know that Trey! But for now, I gotta get ready for something~”

“The unbirthday party is still going on. Riddle will be upset if you leave.” Trey reminded him.

Cater’s smirk grew wider. “Who said anything about leaving the party? She’s coming back here!”

“That’s good.” Trey replied before making his way towards the door. “I should probably head back to the party too. Riddle must be looking for me.”

“Bye-bye☆!” Cater called after him with a playful wave as the door closed behind Trey. He quickly fixed his clothes and makeup, which had smudged from his earlier tears, and then headed out to meet Renée at the gate outside.

After the call ended, Lilith’s face was lit up with excitement and a mischievous glint in her eyes as she turned to Renée.

“Why were you so nervous, Rennie? Did the cat get your tongue or something?”

Renée’s cheeks flushed with embarrassment as she nervously played with a strand of her hair. The rest of her hair took on a life of its own, forming heart shapes that showed her true emotions.

“Come on, just admit it... You really like him~” Lilith teased while trying to brush out the tangles in Renée’s now unruly hair.

In response, Renée covered her face and let out an audible squeal, causing Dorothea, who was passing by their room, to stop and check on them.

“What’s going on, girls?” She asked, concerned for their wellbeing.

“This girl just made up with her crush,” Lilith announced proudly, pointing at Renée while hugging her from behind, “And now they’re going to meet at the Heartslabyul again!”

“Aha! That’s wonderful news!" Dorothea exclaimed. “But if you’re going to meet Cater right now, you’ll have to wear something that will stun him!”

“I-I’m perfectly fine with what I’m wearing,” Renée protested, avoiding eye contact.

Dorothea sat down next to Renée and inspected her outfit closely. “This dress looks extremely uncomfortable. The fabric feels rough like sandpaper and the laces and frills are poorly made. And what’s with the chains around the waist? They look completely out of place. Not to mention the little skulls on the ends of the skirt... Please tell me where you bought this so we can avoid any similar disasters in the future."

Lilith nodded in agreement and turned to Dorothea, who was now standing in front of them.

“Is there anything you could lend us, Dorothea? Maybe some clothes we could borrow?” Lilith asked while quickly putting Renée’s hair into a ponytail.

“You two are in luck! I just finished sewing some new outfits and I’ve been dying for someone to try them on.” Dorothea beamed with excitement as she knelt down next to Renée, who was still in shock. “...I’m sure it would feel much better if we took off that dress. Is it uncomfortable?”

Renée merely nodded and pointed to the zipper on her back.

“Lilith, could you please unzip it for me?” She asked, her voice soft and timid.

The girl simply sighed and shook her head, then did as she was told. Dorothea then carefully took off the tight dress with a bit of help and looked at her again.

“This dress wasn’t the best choice for you.” She pouted, examining the red welts on Renée’s back. “But don’t worry, I have some cream in my bag to soothe the rashes.”

She disappeared into her room and reappeared with a cream-colored sweater, a bright red skirt, black pantyhose, and a pair of heels. Carefully, she rubbed the cream onto Renée’s irritated skin and handed her a loose shirt to wear.

“Feeling better now?” Dorothea asked as she sat down next to the duo.

Renée rolled her eyes and replied meekly, “I.. really don’t have a say in this, do I?”

Lilith laughed and hugged Renée from behind. “Don’t worry, save your energy for when you see yourself in the final outfit~”

“Lilith, I swear…” Dorothea shook her head and lifted Renée’s chin to examine her face. “At least your skin looks good, thanks to the skincare products I got for you. No pimples or acne in sight.”

Renée looked away and sighed.

“I think I’ll just go back to the Unbirthday party,” She said while hugging her knees. “I don’t really need to make a statement by ‘stunning’ him.”

The other girls giggled at her response.

“Oh Rennie, you have so much to learn…” Lilith smirked and let go of her.

After they finished getting ready, Renée couldn’t help but stare at herself in the mirror for a moment, contemplating their choice of outfit for her.

“So… do you like it?” Dorothea asked with a smile.

“I have no idea what to say,” Renée replied awkwardly, rubbing her shoulder. “Thank you… I think?”

“You’re welcome~!” Dorothea hugged her tightly before Lilith interrupted.

“Come on, girls, let’s not dawdle,” she sighed. “We don’t want Renée to be late for the Unbirthday party.”

“Way to kill the mood, Lily,” Dorothea pouted, but then smiled again as she hugged Renée carefully.

As they left the room to head to Heartslabyul, Renée couldn’t help feeling a bit embarrassed about leaving the party without telling anyone. She didn’t want Cater, her best friend that became a possible romantic crush, to get in trouble for her sudden departure. She had always hated the idea of him facing consequences because of her.

Renée made her way downstairs, where Grim was chowing down on yet another can of tuna. She rolled her eyes but couldn’t resist picking him up and giving him a kiss on his furry head.

“What are you doing, henchwoman?!” Grim grumbled.

“Just showing you some love,” Renée grinned before setting him back down and heading out.

“What’s going on with Renée today?” Yuusuke asked, his fluffy tails covering Manar like a blanket as she slept on his lap. “Her aura feels different...brighter than usual.”

“I noticed that too,” Sakae chimed in while filing her nails. “I guess this is what being in love does to you?”

“Says the one dating a certain hyena,” Lilith teased with a smirk. “But speaking of love lives, how are things going with Ruggie?”

“They’re good,” Sakae replied with a grin. “But what about you? How are things with Rookie~?”

“As perfect as they could be.” Lilith replied, twirling a strand of black hair between her fingers.

The sudden blaring of the robot's alarm startled Renée, as it announced in a robotic voice: “BEEP-BEEP! ABNORMAL HEART RATE DETECTED! COMMENCING PROTOCOL: SAFEUP!” The little robot, named Digit, hurried over to Renée and began scanning her with precision and speed.

Startled and concerned, Matthew rushed over and shouted for Digit to stop. But before he could reach them, the scan was complete and Digit’s screen face displayed the results.

With a stunned expression, Renée knelt down to pick up Digit and allow him to finish his analysis. As the robot completed its scan, it announced in a cheerful tone: “Beep-beep! Scan complete!” And on its small screen, the results were displayed:

Body temperature: 36.5 °C

Heart rate: 78 BPM

Possible Diagnosis: Feeling high levels of happiness, being surrounded by loved ones, being in love.

A warm blush spread across Renée’s cheeks as she picked up her bag and left the room. The diagnosis from Digit only confirmed what she already knew - being with those she loved brought her joy and contentment. As she stepped outside, she couldn’t help but smile at the warmth in her chest that seemed to radiate outwards. She was grateful for this moment of pure happiness.

Cater’s footsteps echoed against the polished floors as he made his way to the grand entrance of the party. But he abruptly halted in his tracks when his eyes fell upon Riddle walking towards him with determined strides. Anticipating conflict, Cater took a deep breath and steeled his nerves for whatever was about to come.

“Yo, Riddle!” He greeted with his usual charming smile, though there was a hint of nervousness in his voice. “How’s it going?”

“I’ve been looking for you, Cater.” Riddle replied calmly, his gaze piercing and unwavering. “Do you happen to know why Renée left the party early? It’s unlike her to leave this early. She would usually stay until the very end and help us with cleaning up.”

Cater’s smile faltered a bit as he shifted on his feet, avoiding eye contact. “Uh, well... I’m not sure. Maybe she heard something upsetting…”

“I highly doubt that,” Riddle interjected sharply, his tone laced with frustration. “If something had bothered her, she would have told me directly. And if anyone from Heartslabyul dorm is responsible, it will be off with their head…”

Cater couldn’t help but think that Riddle’s protective nature over Renée stemmed from their close relationship. He nervously played with the collar of his shirt as he mentally scolded himself for causing trouble within the dorm.

“I’ll go check on her,” Riddle declared, snapping Cater out of his thoughts and causing him to widen his eyes in surprise.

“N-No need for that.” Cater stuttered out, offering a weak smile. “I-I mean, Renée and I usually have heart-to-hearts when she’s feeling down and I could talk to her about it later... I think she’ll let us know what’s wrong once she feels better.”

Riddle pondered this for a moment before nodding in agreement. “That would be ideal, Cater,” He replied in satisfaction before turning to walk away. “And she seems more comfortable enough with you to open up.”

Cater let out a sigh of relief once Riddle was out of sight, his smile slowly fading into a blank expression as he made his way back to the entrance. Pulling out his phone, he absentmindedly scrolled through social media feeds on the Magicam app, trying to distract himself from the tense encounter with Riddle.

His fingers tapped on the phone screen, his eyes scanning the posts without really registering them. He caught glimpses of vibrant images and cheerful captions, but it all felt distant and unimportant compared to his concern for Renée. With a sigh, he pocketed his phone and made his way towards the Heartslabyul gate. The sun had begun to set, casting an orange glow across the dorm. As he walked, memories of his interactions with Renée flooded his mind.

As he first laid eyes on her, she was perched in the garden, her body curled in on itself as she cried. His ears caught the faint sound of quiet sobs coming from the bushes, and his instinct to check on whoever was in distress brought him closer to her. As she lifted her head, streaked with tears, she quickly covered her face.

“Don’t look, I’m hideous!” She yelled at him.

In that moment, she seemed scared, confused, and utterly horrified. As he knelt down in front of her and gently wiped away her tears, he finally got a good look at her - a cute girl he had never seen before. His eyes widened as he realized that she was a student at Night Raven College, an all-boys school for elite mages for decades. ‘She’s not only cute but also brave,’ he thought to himself, impressed by her willingness to open up to him even in such a vulnerable state.

He remembered how they had sat next to each other and talked until she felt better back then. And then there were the moments during and after the Halloween party where she had shown even more vulnerable sides of herself. Each time, he couldn’t help but feel drawn to her, wanting to protect and comfort her.

It wasn’t long before she started calling him her friend - something that wasn’t new for someone like him who had left behind many friends throughout his life. However, this friendship felt different. The thought of leaving her alone when she would eventually have to return to her own world hurt him more than any other goodbye. Her smiling face, calling him her friend without any hesitation or reservations, touched him deeply.

But as much as being around her made him feel at ease and happy, it also made him tense. She could easily see through his smiles and put on masks to hide his true self - something that no one else had been able to do before. He had never shown the real “Cater” to anyone, and the fact that she could see through his facade made him feel both vulnerable and apprehensive.

Yet, when he heard her genuine laughter and saw her actual smile, it was like a beautiful, magical scenery that took his breath away. And yet, he still wasn’t sure if she would accept him for who he truly was underneath all the masks and walls he had built around himself.

On the annual Beans Day festival, when he was teamed up with Jade, Grim, and of course Renée, Cater couldn’t help but feel a sense of joy at the thought of spending more time with her. Despite the chaos and messiness of the bean-shooting festival, he found himself grateful for the opportunity to bond with her.

As they ran through the fields, dodging beans and laughing together, Renée mustered up the courage to ask him something she had been wanting to for a while.

“After Beans Day ends... Please teach me how to use Magicam!” She blurted out, her heart racing with nervousness.

The way Renée’s eyes lit up with a bright smile made him smile back without even realizing it. He remembered instinctively pulling her closer by the waist as a bean flew towards them, causing her to yelp and jump back into his chest. In that moment, he felt an overwhelming desire to protect her.

“You’re quick on your feet.” He teased, grinning at her.

She turned away for a brief moment to shoot a student from Monster Team before turning back to face him.

“I want you to be the one to teach me because I trust you.” She said earnestly, her smile mirroring the one she had given him once before.

Cater couldn’t resist returning her embrace, holding her tightly as he promised, “Okay, Caycay’s got you!”

Her happy giggle echoed through the field as she hugged him back tightly. In that moment, surrounded by flying beans and playful laughter, Cater couldn’t imagine anything better than being in Renée’s arms.

As he reminisced about the past, he remembered the time when he first taught her how to use Magicam. She had eagerly shared pictures of her and Grim with him, along with other members of their Ramshackle group. However, he couldn’t help but notice that she rarely showed her face in these photos. When she did, it was either partially covered with her hands or only her mouth or eyes were visible. Despite this, he always knew it was her behind the camera lens. As time went on, her account evolved into a music page where she shared weekly song covers and her own original pieces. He kept this secret to himself, but secretly felt exhilarated every time he heard her singing. Even though she often wore a goat mask in her videos, those who knew her well could still recognize her unique voice and style.

One day, as he was scrolling through his feed, a new video from her music page caught his attention. The thumbnail displayed the corner of a mask, titled “Imperfect Perfection”, but something about it seemed different this time. Intrigued, he clicked on the video and watched as it began to play.

The screen faded in to reveal a dimly lit room, adorned with shelves filled with dusty books and mysterious trinkets. There she stood, clad in a long flowing cloak that billowed around her. But what struck him the most was the absence of her usual mask. Her face was exposed for the first time, revealing delicate features that had been hidden all this time. She smiled and bowed to the camera, then spoke.

“Hello everyone, this is Ghostie… with my real face. I wanted to show it, because I felt like there was no need to hide my face anymore… The song I’ll sing today is a bit more different than the kind of songs I usually sing. Thanks for listening to it in advance.”

With that, she started to sing. Her ethereal voice filled the room as she started singing an enchanting melody, accompanied by gentle strums of her guitar. It was as if her voice held a spellbinding power, captivating him and whisking him away to another world.

The lyrics spoke of longing for love and self-discovery, carrying a vulnerable yet empowering tone. As he listened, he realized that her music was more than just entertainment; it was a reflection of her innermost thoughts and feelings.

As he went to his phone’s gallery, his eyes caught his favorite selfie from Al’ab Nariya; the selfie of just the two of them holding hands while the fireworks were going off. They were making a heart with their hands in the picture, and the pure joy on her face was priceless. Ah yes—she did mention that she hadn’t seen any fireworks in her life before, right? When she saw them for the first time, she gasped in awe. Then she calmed down and sat down next to him. He remembered how her eyes sparkled with excitement when he noticed her face brightening up. She looked like a little girl seeing them for the first time. He clicked on the picture and remembered her comment from when he posted it. As always, she was the first to like and comment on his posts.

@ghostdanceeeer: We do look pretty cute here, don’t we? ❤️

Recalling these made him smile as well because only in these moments did she ever show that beautiful smile of hers, which he liked. Then he looked at his left wrist which had a friendship bracelet that she gave him. It had orange and yellow beads that resembled a sunset, and a diamond shaped charm in the middle. Although it hung a little loose, he wore it almost every day.

Despite not being in the Light Music Club before, she dropped by to give them snacks and hung out with them almost every day. Her head was usually on his shoulder when she felt tired from all the talking. He could see that she could only keep up with Lilia and Kalim’s energy for so long. He remembered that she told him she knew how to play classic guitar and that she used to have one back in her home. This was the exact reason why Lilia gave her a guitar that she chose, so that she could play it in here too. She had also said she wrote songs before and would be happy to write some for their club. The first song she wrote, however, was their duet; a bittersweet song named “Listen To Me”. He leaned on the wall for a moment and mumbled his part of the bridge.

“Between the mirrors and I,

Remains a person who often lies.

Listen to me and my heart,

Because I don’t wanna fall apart.”

Now that he thought about these thoroughly, she had always been there for him, lending a listening ear and a comforting presence whenever he needed it. Her gentle smile could brighten even the darkest of his days. He cherished their friendship more than anything. But lately, as their bond grew stronger, Cater found himself questioning if there was something more between them. The stolen glances, the lingering touches—it all hinted at a deeper connection. Yet fear held him back from confessing his feelings. What if he ruins their friendship? What if she doesn’t feel the same way?

Lost in his thoughts, Cater didn’t hear the approach of a familiar figure—the prefect who always radiated with energy. Dorothea’s borrowed outfit accentuated her graceful movements as she closed the distance between them.

“Have you been waiting long?” She asked politely, her voice like a soft summer breeze.

He walked towards her, stopping just inches away. They stood in silence for a moment, neither daring to speak. He took a step closer and embraced her tightly. In response, she hugged him back, stroking his head gently.

“Caycay, what's wrong?” She asked, looking at him with concern.

He didn’t say anything, holding onto her even tighter, earning a sigh from her lips.

“I’m here.” She turned around and kissed his cheek lovingly.

“I’m sorry.” He spoke slowly and quietly. “I’m so sorry, Renée.”

“I forgive you.” She replied, kissing his cheek again before rubbing his back to soothe him as he silently cried. A sense of déjà vu washed over him - usually it was him comforting her and listening to her worries. As he let go of her for a moment and looked into her eyes with tear-stained cheeks, he finally mustered up the courage to speak.

“Renée.” His voice shook with emotion.

“I’m listening,” She said softly, caressing his cheek as she always did, causing his heart to skip a beat.

“I’ve been meaning to tell you this, but I didn’t know how or when... I was scared of rejection... You always say you value honesty above all else but... Argh!” His frustration was evident as he struggled to find the right words.

Perplexed, she tilted her head and listened intently.

“How do I say this... You’ve always listened to me, supported me with open arms. You never let me down and... Since you came into my life, everything feels more vibrant. I find myself smiling at the thought of you. You’ve become a constant in my thoughts and I can’t even find the right words... I love you, okay?! I love you so much!” He blurted out, finally unable to contain his feelings any longer.

“Cater…”

By the time he finished speaking, he was breathless and his face flushed with embarrassment.

“Do you feel the same way?”

Her hair began to form heart shapes once again as she stood there in shock.

“...”

Suddenly, Renée pulled him closer and kissed him gently. Pulling away for just a moment, she cupped his cheeks in her hands.

“You showed me a new way of seeing things... Made me feel emotions I never knew existed... You never pushed me away or insulted me. With you, time seems to slow down. My heart races whenever I see you. Talking to you brings me true happiness. Even now, I can’t stop smiling... You are the first person who has ever made me feel this way... Is that your answer, chér?” She spoke softly, her eyes shining with emotion.

A warm smile spread across Cater’s face as he brushed her hair out of the way.

“It is.”

He hugged her tightly.

“I’m so glad…”

She returned his embrace with a gentle smile.

“And one more thing, Cater.” She began before pulling away slightly.

“Yes?”

Leaning in close once again, she whispered.

“I’m in love with you - whether you’re the serious Cater or the cheerful and vibrant Cater... I love you nonetheless.”

Cater’s breath caught in his throat but he remained calm on the surface.

“Ahahaha... Thank you~” He held her close until they were interrupted by a familiar first-year student’s sudden exclamation.

“Eww! Get a room, you two!” The prefect jumped away in surprise while Cater simply held onto her with a fond smile.

Renée’s face flushed with embarrassment as she yelled out “Ace!” in a huff. Her words were accompanied by the sound of her stamping foot, the frustration evident in her voice. “Don’t you know not to interrupt when two people are talking?!”

“Eh?!” Ace responded incredulously, his own cheeks turning pink with annoyance. “Since when is this my fault?! You two are the ones openly flirting in public!”

Cater intervened, trying to diffuse the tension between the two friends.

“Now now, let’s not fight.” He said calmly, before leaning over to plant a loud kiss on Renée’s cheek. He gave Ace a smug look and made a loud smooching sound, causing the first year to gag and walk away in defeat.

As the sun rose on the following day, Cater found himself preoccupied with his sisters’ company. They walked side by side, their steps falling into a rhythm as they made their way through the bustling garden.

“Sooooo… How’s life going?” His elder sister inquired, breaking the comfortable silence between them.

“It's going great, sis..” He replied flatly, gazing off into the distance.

His older sister pouted and nudged him playfully.

“Oh come on, don’t be such a downer!” She exclaimed. “We worry about our little brother, you know?!”

Cater let out a sigh and ran a hand through his hair.

“Of course I do.” He reassured them. “But you two didn’t have to come all this way just to check up on me.”

“Wait...” His elder sister paused, her eyes trained on a figure with long brown hair who stood at a nearby window, watching the people passing by. “Isn’t that the super cute girl I see from your Magicam posts?!” Her excitement was palpable.

Cater’s gaze followed hers and he felt his heart skip a beat when he recognized the familiar prefect - the one he had been in love with for what seemed like forever. He couldn’t help but smile at the sight of her.

“Yes, she’s my girlfriend.” He announced proudly, unable to contain his joy as his cheeks turned pink.

His sisters stared at him in disbelief, their jaws dropping open in shock.

“YOUR GIRLFRIEND?!” They both shouted simultaneously.

“OH. EM. GEE. Cater, you little sneak!” His older sister exclaimed, grinning from ear to ear. “You really snagged yourself a cutie pie!”

Cater blushed even more at their enthusiastic reactions and nervously rubbed the back of his neck.

“Oh, she’s totes a cutie!” His sister continued with an excited gleam in her eye. “She’s, like, TOTALLY a Libra I tell you!”

“Actually, I think she may be a Taurus… Giving off some serious Sagittarius vibes, honestly.” The elder sister chimed in, pulling out her phone. “Hold on, let me see if you two are a match.”

As they chattered on about Renée’s zodiac sign and compatibility with Cater, their attention was suddenly drawn back to the window where the prefect had been standing just moments before. But now, she was gone.

“Awwh, she’s gone...” His elder sister's shoulders slumped in disappointment.

“See? I told you she doesn’t like strangers,” Cater remarked nonchalantly, twirling a lock of hair around his finger. “You guys, honestly…”

But then…

“For the record, I’m a Gemini, and my birthday is May 26th.” Came a voice from behind them.

The sisters jumped back in surprise and turned to face the source of the voice - Renée herself. She smiled warmly at them before continuing, “By the way, my name is Renée. And I must say, the attractiveness clearly runs in your family. How else would I have immediately known you two were Cater’s sisters?”

The sisters couldn’t help but blush in response to Renée’s charms.

“Oh, you’re such a little charmer~” The older sister chimed in, giggling.

“Yeah, you totally look like a cute little bunny!” The elder sister beamed.

“Thanks for the compliments, but I already have my heart set on your brother.” Renée playfully smiled as she hugged Cater's arm and gave him a kiss on the cheek.

“Aww, come on babe…” He elbowed her lightly, his eyebrows furrowed as he blushed even deeper.

“What? Can’t I compliment your gorgeous sisters?” She grinned mischievously, her hair forming heart shapes as she showered Cater’s face with kisses.

“Babe~!” He grumbled, resting his head on hers.

“I hope you know you’re the one I love the most, my darling~” She replied sweetly, snuggling against his chest.

“Oooooh! Look at these lovebirds, being all cute!” The elder sister teased them while giggling with her sibling.

“I may look cute, but I bite too~” Renée turned back to them with a playful glint in her eye.

“No doubt about that.” Cater rolled his eyes and held her by the waist.

“Soooo…” His older sibling interrupted them, a mischievous glint in their eye. “Sorry to butt in, but I just remembered that a prefect was supposed to give us a small tour around the campus… I don’t see anyone coming though. Do you think I could, like, ask someone?”

“I-I’m sorry, I forgot to mention that I’m the prefect who was supposed to give you the tour…” She sheepishly admitted, her cheeks turning a light shade of pink.

Suddenly, both siblings let out a loud squeal of excitement as Cater’s shoulders slumped.

“Well well well, it looks like we have ourselves an adorable school guide now.” The elder sister teased playfully.

A shy smile tugged at Renée’s lips as she blushed under their praise.

“That’s right~” The older sister chimed in with a wink. “Such an adorable cutie pie~ Our brother is really lucky to have you!”

Renée couldn’t help but cover her face briefly and let out a soft sigh.

“I-I prefer to be addressed as ‘Prefect’, if that’s okay…” She protested meekly.

“Oh come on Rennie, loosen up a bit!” The older sister giggled and affectionately patted her head.

“Ahem! …Shall we begin the tour then?” Renée asked with a slight blush still lingering on her cheeks as she took Cater’s hand in hers.

“Yes please!” They both replied eagerly.

“Then please follow me, I’ll share with you what I know about the history of our school. At least from my own experiences and learnings.” She beamed with excitement and gave them a playful wink.

As they walked along, Cater leaned in close to her ear and whispered teasingly.

“So you like being praised too, huh? I'll definitely remember that~” He said with a playful grin and lightly kissed her head as they walked.

“S-shut up!” She replied with a light push, causing him to laugh and intertwine their fingers as they continued on with the tour.

“Our first destination is Main Street and over there is the Queen of Hearts statue. It’s said that the dorm, Heartslabyul, was inspired by her strictness.” She explained proudly as they reached their first stop on the tour.

With a gentle smile, Renée led the Diamond sisters through the halls of the dorms, pointing out each one and sharing stories of the students who resided in them. She spoke with admiration and pride, highlighting their talents and achievements.

As the day came to a close and the sisters prepared to leave, Renée hugged them goodbye before making her way to Cater’s waiting arms. She leaned into him, seeking comfort and warmth.

“Cater…” She murmured, her head still throbbing from the busy day. “I just want to rest.”

“I understand how you feel...” He replied softly, wrapping his arms around her.

She sighed in defeat. “You did warn me about your sisters’ enthusiasm.”

Cater chuckled. “Why don’t we have a sleepover at Heartslabyul tonight? It might help you relax.”

Renée hesitated, but his playful wink convinced her. “If you’re comfortable with it…”

“We can watch movies, maybe some funny videos too.” He suggested. “Just let loose for a night.”

“That does sound enticing.” She admitted, leaning more heavily against him. “And I could maybe bring some snacks to share?”

Cater beamed. “It’s settled then. Sleepover at Heartslabyul!”

The thought of spending the night surrounded by their friends and laughter brought a small smile to Renée’s face as they made their way to the dorm. This would be a much-needed break from her stressful responsibilities as one of the prefects.

Snuggled up close to each other, the couple was now laying on a comfortable bed while watching a romantic comedy movie. The room was dark and quiet except for the sound of their hushed whispers and the gentle crunching of popcorn in their mouths. They were careful to keep the volume low and use earphones so as not to disturb anyone else in the house. It was late at night, and they knew that there would be consequences if they were caught sneaking this intimate moment.

Cater wrapped an arm around Renée’s waist, pulling her closer as they both laughed at the funny scenes playing out on the screen. She rested her head against his shoulder, finding comfort in his warm embrace.

As the movie came to an end, Cater paused it and set his phone aside. He then wrapped them both in a cozy blanket before holding her in his arms. A content smile spread across his face as he looked down at her.

“Are you getting sleepy?” He asked, brushing her messy bangs away from her face and placing a soft kiss on her forehead.

Renée nodded, snuggling deeper into his chest.

“Just a little bit.” She murmured.

“Then let’s sleep, my spicy nuggie.” He said playfully, using one of their silly nicknames for each other.

With a happy sigh, Renée closed her eyes and allowed herself to relax in his arms. This was their first time spending the night together, and she couldn’t help but feel grateful for this special moment they were sharing.

“It was such a fun night.” Cater whispered, breaking the peaceful silence between them. “I’m glad we got to do this~”

Renée smiled behind the diamond-shaped plush she had been hiding her face with. She turned to look at him and nodded. “It was unforgettable... And it’s also my first time staying over at someone’s place.”

Her boyfriend’s eyes lit up with excitement as he spoke. “Well, we can definitely do this again. And next time, let’s go to that cafe I’ve been wanting to take you to. It’s full of cats, and I know how much you love them.”

“A cat cafe?!” Renée’s face lit up with delight. “I would really love to! ...B-but for now, let’s get some sleep.” She said with a yawn, snuggling back into his chest.

Cater smiled and held her closer, knowing that they would have many more adventures and cozy moments like this in the future. For now, he was content just being with her in the peaceful embrace of sleep.

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Cater checked his phone, the bright screen illuminating the dark room. It was almost two a.m, yet he found himself scrolling through Magicam for a few minutes before setting his phone down on the counter. He turned to look at his girlfriend who had already fallen asleep. Her soft breathing and peaceful expression made him smile.

“You sure fall asleep fast, Rennie…” He whispered, brushing a strand of hair away from her face.

He closed his eyes for a moment, taking in the silence of the room. His thoughts drifted back to earlier that day when they had spent time with his sisters. He knew how exhausting it must have been for Renée to deal with them, but they seemed to like her.

He let out a sigh, his smile slowly fading as his mind wandered to deeper thoughts.

“Hey, Renée... You might not hear this but, being the youngest of three is tough. You're always dragged around, expected to be cute and perfect all the time. You bear all the pressure and get nothing in return…”

A lone tear escaped from the corner of his eye and landed on the pillow.

“And you never have any real friends… Always leaving someone behind. Even saying goodbye feels like a farewell… When you think you’ve finally found true friends, your dad tells you that you’re moving somewhere else. You feel empty inside, but you can’t show it or else people will worry about you. So you smile and laugh, but it’s not genuine. You make friends, but they don’t last long..”

He sniffled and wiped away another tear.

“But ever since I met you, it feels different. I feel genuinely appreciated. Even when I try to hide my true self with jokes and laughs, you somehow see through me… I can see it in your eyes when I let even the slightest bit of vulnerability show. I’m afraid of losing you, you know?! I know you’ll have to go back to your own world someday, but I don’t want to lose you... I love you so much and I don’t want you to leave..!” His voice cracked as he spoke.

He bit his lip, more tears falling freely now.

“But I know that your world is your home... I can’t hold you back from going back there…”

Suddenly, a hand touched his cheek. He flinched in surprise, not expecting her to be awake. But she just smiled at him.

“I’m not planning on leaving this world though…” She replied softly, “I want to stay here, in Twisted Wonderland.”

His eyes widened in shock and horror. He had let his guard down, thinking she was asleep. The girl simply smiled at him.

“What?!” He exclaimed, “But it’s your home..!”

She shook her head.

“I can’t go back even if I wanted to… Have you forgotten about the mark on my throat?” She lifted her chin and brushed away her hair, revealing an olive branch-shaped mark. It was a little long but distinct, like a slash.

His heart sank as he realized what it meant.

“N-no way..! This means you’re already...” He couldn't even finish his sentence.

They both fell silent for a moment, the weight of the realization heavy between them.

“Yes…” Renée finally spoke, giving him a bittersweet smile, “You’re right...”

He bit his lips, conflicted emotions swirling inside him. She was staying with him in this world, but she was also unable to return to her own. He looked down, unsure of what to say or do next.

But he heard the bed rustle, a soft sound that stirred him from his thoughts. He turned to see Renée sitting up, her hair cascading over her shoulders like a waterfall. She looked at him with such tenderness in her eyes, a sparkle that he hadn’t seen before. Her gaze was gentle, accepting even, as if she knew exactly what was going through his mind.

“...Who cares if you aren’t as cheerful as you seem to be?” She said softly, her voice like a gentle caress. “Cheerful or not, you are still the same Cater Diamond I know and love. I don’t mind it at all. Also... I think I personally like your cool side a bit more.” A faint smile graced her lips as she gazed at him.

“You…” His voice trailed off as she leaned in to kiss him. It was a gentle kiss, filled with all the love and understanding that words could never convey. She made sure she poured all her emotions and feelings in it.

“I love all of your sides.” She murmured against his lips, “...even if you don’t always show your true self.”

Though it may have seemed like nothing had changed, something had shifted inside of Cater. A weight he didn’t even realize he was carrying had been lifted. And now, with Renée’s arms around him and her head pressed against his chest, he felt more comfortable than he ever had before.

“I love you.” He whispered into her hair, tears streaming silently down his cheeks.

“I love you too, mon très chér Cater.” She replied, her voice filled with warmth and affection.

With that, they fell asleep in each other’s arms, wrapped in a cocoon of love without any borders.

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[yuuniee]

“Is that... you?!”

Walking through a gate in the forest, you find yourself surrounded in darkness. You turn on your flashlight as to see what surrounds you. Suddenly, you encounter a lone figure. Their back is turned to you, but they do notice you. Wait a minute, they are one of the prefects! But.. why do they look so different..? Did something happen to them?

Send me a number from one to ten with your character to allow them to see their pre-twst self!

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[yuuniee]

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[yuuniee]

POV: You are trying to snap Renée out while she is overblotted.

Either like this:

Or like this:

Or however you and/or your oc reacts :)

(all of you are free to join, even those who see this 😊)

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[yuuniee]

How would your MC's React to Millenniums Academy's Mc Sivas

A/N: OHHHHH BOY... 😳 (putting the mcs that has profiles because I didn’t develop the other three enough :(()

ALSO I’M SO SORRY FOR SENDING THE ASK EARLY!! 😭

🕊️ Renée:

She thinks he is quite.. unique. In more ways than one. At first she would be very cautious around him though, because she doesn’t want to get hurt and he may be dangerous. She would keep an eye out for him though! (If she ever sees him that is...)

Out of all his counterparts, she would hate Arise the most though. Mainly because he is an ass and, well, he is evil. But I do see her getting along with Prime or Licht!

*She quietly looks at him as he takes yet another blot crystal.*

‘I hope at least one of us can stay alive with collecting such things...’ She thinks to herself.

👠 Sakae:

OKAY. LISTEN. THE MOMENT SHE SEES HIM SHE IS LIKE ‘Nope, I’m outta here.’ AND WOULDN’T EVEN INTERACT WITH HIM...

SHE WOULD EVEN INSULT INSULT HIM!

..

...Butttttt... She wouldn’t show that she dislikes him on the outside too much. You can see her expression visibly souring though.

Also, if Kalideo were to comment on her body or what he doesn’t like about her, she would immediately counter it with by saying a flaw she sees on him out loud. Like;

“I fucking hate your cooking.”

“Well, that’s too bad. Your elegant ass is free to order takeout if you don’t like it.”

🦊 Yuusuke:

Like Sakae, she would immediately dislike him and wouldn’t interact with him. Unlike her though, he would constantly push him away. He would treat them like ‘Stay five kilometers away from me you bastard.’

He would also hate Arise with burning passion and would constantly counter his attacks if he were to challenge him to a duel.

🦉 Ian:

He would be so, SO clueless about what he sees because (1) NEW FRIENDS IN THE SAME BODYYYY!!! (2) OMG COOL PERSON :000

He would get along with Prime the most, I think... Because TWO BABIES BEING FRIENDSSSS!! 🥺 🥺

🌓 Lilith:

*bombastic side eye*

She would be interested in him and would watch him to keep an eye out on him in case if one of his sides decide to wreck hell. Then she would stop him.

Oh and she would absolutely roast the hell out of Arise, like comparing him to a chihuahua dog or taunting him. That is, if he starts to really get on her nerves. :)

🎀 Dorothea:

...

She wouldn’t even react and would treat him (All of his counterparts btw!) the same.

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[yuuniee]

So far, in terms of Yuus/MCs, I have:

— Real life Cinderella who used to live under her mother’s rule (Renée)

— Rich girl who was spoiled rotten if she behaved well (Sakae)

— Ex-delinquent who changed for the better and became a wise person (Yuusuke)

— Curious sickly boy who never got to see the outside world but still made friends (Ian)

— The girl who aspired to be a fashion designer but got all her dreams shattered by her father (Lilith)

— The girl who was a novice fashion designer who was shining brightly until her supposed friends pulled a horrible prank on her (Dorothea)

— History freak who wanted unconditional love from her grandmother and was willing to do anything for it (Manar)

— Autistic tech genius who made various machines from scraps just to make his mother proud and earn his father’s love (Matthew)

— Professional boxer who was forced to live up to his father’s dream and be famous like his family for generations (Cengiz)

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[yuuniee]

Based off of one of the rps I had with @iseethatimicy

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[yuuniee]

“...Hello... mother... Do you still lament your fate, or my death?”

(link) 🔗

Basically what I made here is what would Renée do if she was able to go back to visit her homeland as a spirit/angel... The first thing she’d do would be visiting her mother and confronting her about the things she did to her.

Post!Twst Renée has changed and became the ‘imperfect’ daughter that her mom didn’t want her to be. After graduating, she decides to take permission from Valerie and go to her world for a short visit. Here is how I think it would go if they would reunite like this.

T/W: Mentions of abuse.

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Ceciliana was pacing around her cell endlessly, her slippers slapping the concrete ground as if to slap her in the face. She was in jail for life sentence for a reason; abusing her late daughter for years, neglecting her needs and keeping her in the dusty attic when she was done with her. She just wanted her daughter to be perfect, the most perfect girl there is! Brilliant, elegant, graceful, but also obedient, ‘getting her ready to the cruel world’ as she has told her. Perfect in everything, academics, art, cooking, cleaning!

Or at least that’s what she always thought...

She always thought Renée was imperfect, and that she had to destroy what makes her this way. Imperfect friends that doesn’t deserve her, imperfect father that’s not worthy to even breath the same air, imperfect maids that doesn’t deserve to serve her... She thought she, herself, was ‘perfect’ in her own terms and that her daughter must become like that as well. She had realized that what she did was wrong, but it was too late. Renée wasn’t here with her anymore.

She suddenly stopped walking and sat down to the mattress, taking out a family photo with a certain silhouette cut out from it. Yet... she wanted to see her one last time. To tell her how much she really made her proud with everything, how much she wanted to call her ‘my daughter’ for the first time, how badly she wanted to apologize from her.

She suddenly saw a spark, then a shining silhouette in front of her.

With her dark brown and shortly cut hair, her blue eye, an eye patch that covers her missing eye, the white dress she wore back then, it was no doubt that what she was seeing wasn’t a dream. Renée herself was really here in a.. bizarre form.

Maybe it wasn’t too late to regret after all.

“Renée...” She called out and extended a hand to her.

She didn’t respond, she just looked at her with a blank expression.

“My dear daughter!” She screeched and attempted to hug her, only to be pushed back to her mattress.

“Stay away.” Renée spoke coldly. “You don’t deserve a hug from me.”

She frowned.

“Wh-what are you talking about?! I am your mother!” She said, screaming, “I gave birth to you, I brought you to where you were!”

“It doesn’t matter to me anymore.” She replied as she glared at her. “To you, I was but a nobody. Some person that shouldn’t even exist, if you will.”

Ceciliana fell silent.

“I’m in another world where I’m well cared and loved without any condition set for me.” She said, crossing her arms now. “Unlike here...”

Renée leaned back to the wall and she smiled.

“I’m planning to stay in the world I’m in right now, isn’t it nice? Even the ugliest creatures like me gets to be loved! But does it matter to you? Of course not, why should it be? You are too selfish to understand what it feels like to really love people. What you see in others is their imperfections, mother.”

Then she walked to her mother.

“Y-you’re not... allowed to talk to me like that...” She sobbed, “I AM YOUR MOTHER!”

“NO! YOU ARE A MONSTER!” She screamed back, tears also forming. “YOU WOULD NEVER UNDERSTAND WHAT IT FEELS LIKE TO BE ME! YOU WOULDN’T UNDERSTAND HOW IT FEELS LIKE TO GET YELLED AT FOR MAKING A SINGULAR MISTAKE! TO BE INFERIORATED BECAUSE OF YOUR IMPERFECTIONS! TO BE PUT DOWN BY OTHERS! TO ALWAYS KEEP A SMILE AND PLEASE OTHERS WHILE YOU SILENTLY CRY!”

Ceciliana wiped her tears, enraged. “YOU DON’T GET TO YELL AT ME LIKE THAT YOU WENCH!”

Renée clenched her fists as she usually did before and took a deep breath, but this time she wasn’t ‘sucking it up’.

“You’re right. You deserve to have some sense knocked into your thick head by some lower class ‘clowns’. But of course, who else in the world could be lower than this little ol’ me?” She smirked, “I assume you are feeling bad right now. For yourself, of course.”

“SHUT UP! YOU ARE.. YOU ARE NOT LIKE THE DAUGHTER I RAISED BEFORE!” She screamed louder, attracting the attention of some policemen.

“Mmm, I guess you’re right.” She proudly smiled, “I’m not who I used to be anymore, mother. I’m way better than the girl I used to be.”

“SHUT UP! SHUT UP! SHUT UP!” She threw the glass nearby at her, yet it just phased through her and smashed when it hit the wall.

“I only have one single question for you though.” She turned her gaze to her mother, eyes stone cold just like how her mother used to look at her.

Ceciliana backed away when Renée walked towards her.

“Why didn’t you love me like my sister..? Was I too flawed for your liking..? Was it my skills or my grades?” Her eyes went dull, “You tell me, what was it that made you loathe me?”

Her jaw started to shake as she couldn’t find any words.

“Answer me.” The ghost persisted.

“...I-I... didn’t want you to s-suffer...” She looked at her in fear, “...I only wanted you to see the real world, this cruel and unforgiving world... I prepared you throughly, didn’t I?!”

But instead of a positive response, she saw her quaking in rage.

“...Ha!” She smiled wickedly, her ‘baby canines’ that she was told to hide coming into view, “Prepare me throughly?! You made me an emotionless, merciless, cold child just like yourself! You turned me into a puppet so you could have someone to manipulate and do your biddings!”

“I only wanted the best for you!” She sobbed.

“THE BEST YOU COULD DO WAS TO BE AN ACTUAL MOTHER FOR ME AND TREAT ME AND AIMEÉ EQUALLY!” Renée fumed, her face turning red in anger.

Ceciliana sat down on the mattress again.

“If there is one thing you taught me, this is how is a mother NOT supposed to be.” She glared at her again, then her eyes caught the sight of the photo; With how her dad smiled while hugging all of them, with how her brother held his award-winning painting with pride, with how her sister held her report card high with all her grades being high... And then, she saw that the middle part was cut out, which was supposed to be none other than herself holding her gold medal that she won during a writing competition with a confident smile.

“Oh dear, I wonder who was that person... Probably someone insignificant.” She said sarcastically.

Ceciliana could only look down at this point.

“It’s me, isn’t it?” She sighed, disappointed, “You still wish I wasn’t your daughter...”

“Renée...”

“Yes, what do you want this time?”

“...I’ve always been proud of your doings... Keep it up, okay?”

Taken aback, Renée covered her mouth and let out a small gasp.

“...You are?!” She asked.

“I am.” She nodded. “In fact, I—”

“But it doesn’t matter anymore. I’m dead here.” Her frown returned, her voice shaking.

��Renée..!”

“It doesn’t matter what you say, do, love me or hate me anymore. I just hope that if you ever get out of here, you become a better person. I just won’t be here to witness it anymore.”

And with that, she disappeared. Leaving only a white feather and a few black rose petals behind. Ceciliana sobbed while touching the petals.

“I’m so sorry, Renée...” She muffled between two sobs, “I’m sorry...”

But her daughter was nowhere to hear it, and it seems like she won’t visit her ever again.

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[yuuniee]

Mirror Mirror...

A/N: This is the part where you see what happens after Renée goes to Twisted Wonderland. :)

Parts: One - Two - You are here! - Three (TBA)

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It wasn’t until later that the police arrived at the 121st concourse of the station. The scene was being surveyed when suddenly a man in military dress burst in.

“WHERE IS MY DAUGHTER?!” He shouted, holding the leash of two Dobermans. “I DEMAND TO SEE MY DAUGHTER!!!”

The Dobermans also growled at the health care workers, causing them to back away.

And as they backed away, the Dobermans ran to a corpse that Aimeé was hugging and led the man to the body.

“P-papa...” She murmured weakly. “Big sis is...”

The man looked at the corpse she was hugging, yet his eyes widened. The lifeless body belonged to none other than his older daughter.

“Renée...” He called out as he stroked her cheek. Her body was cold as ice, her gaze looked as if she was dreaming. She was lifeless.

A policewoman appeared at the scene and tapped him on the shoulder.

“Sir, how can you interfere with our investigation?!”

“I wanted to see her one last time...”

“Do you have any idea how much of our time you're wasting right now?! We could have been finding evidence instead of talking to you!”

“I know that, miss. But I wanted to see my elder daughter one last time...” he said, but his answer was interrupted by her.

“If you know what to do, why don’t you take your crying daughter and get out of here?!” Aggressively, she clenched her fists, “Who are you anyway?!”

“I’m a military lieutenant, Raphael Rowe. This deceased girl is my daughter, Renée Rose Menken, and I just wanted to see my older daughter one last time. But it seems you won’t let me do that. Have you no respect at all?”

The Dobermans growled at the aggressive policewoman, and one even tried to bite her.

“Rufus! Brutus! Haus! ” He yelled at the dogs.

The dog with the scar on his eye named Rufus continued to growl at her, while the other with the scar on his mouth named Brutus tried to bite her. The policewoman, of course, reacted quickly and was able to avoid the attack.

“This is IT! Get your fleabags and get out of here!!!” She shouted, which alerted her colleagues. They glared at her to stop, and one took her by the arm and dragged her away while shouting curses after them.

The dogs sat down and Brutus licked Aimeé’s tears away while Rufus nuzzled Renée’s chest. Both whimpered in sympathy.

“My daughter is gone...” Her father said softly.

Aimeé put her hand on his arm, “But you still have me, Papa... I’m sure my big sister is in a much better place than here.”

He stroked her cheek tenderly and brushed her hair out of her face.

“I suppose you’re right,” he replied.

As he got out, he noticed a police officer walking toward him.

“I apologize on behalf of my colleague, sir. She is new here and unfortunately can’t control her anger when there’s, well, someone unjustly murdered here.” He asked, “...How old was she, anyway?”

“She just turned seventeen today.” Raphael replied with a stern tone.

“Oh, so young..!” The policeman exclaimed, reaching for his handkerchief and wiping a tear from his face, “My sincere condolences, good sir...”

Raphael nodded in acknowledgement and set off with his dogs and daughter to leave the place. Aimeé followed him, holding his hand tightly as she tried to hold back her tears.

When they were only a few steps away from the station, Aimeé spoke up.

“Papa, what are we going to do?” She asked, sobbing.

Raphael looked at her with a sad expression before speaking.

“We’re going to find out who did this to Renée and make them pay for what they did.” He replied firmly.

Aimeé nodded, determined to help her father find justice for her sister. They walked on in silence until they reached their car, where they loaded the dogs and drove home.

The drive passed in silence, with only an occasional sniffle from Aimeé breaking the silence. As they pulled up in front of their house, Raphael’s phone rang. He switched to the speakerphone so as not to take his eyes off the road. It was a man on the other end, and his voice was deep and menacing.

“Lieutenant Rowe, I just wanted to let you know that I’m the one who killed your daughter. And if you want to see justice done, you’re going to have to come find me.”

Raphael’s heart skipped a beat when he heard the man’s voice. He clenched his jaw and gripped the steering wheel tighter.

“Who are you?” Raphael demanded.

“It doesn't matter.” The man replied. “All that matters is that I’ve got your attention now. And I promise you that I won’t make it easy for you to catch me.”

Raphael’s blood boiled with anger. He knew he had to remain calm, but he couldn’t shake the feeling of rage coursing through his veins.

“Why did you do it?” He asked through clenched teeth.

“Let’s just say your daughter was running her mouth a lot, so I had to shut her up for good.”

Raphael's grip on the thing tightened. “You sick bastard.” He growled. “I swear to God... If you don’t turn yourself in, I’ll find you and make you pay for what you’ve done.”

The man on the other end of the line emitted a cold laugh. “I welcome the challenge, Lieutenant. But you should know that you are not dealing with an ordinary killer here. I am a professional, and I know how to cover my tracks.”

Raphael’s eyes narrowed as he heard the man’s words. He knew he was dealing with a ruthless opponent and that he would have to be careful if he wanted to bring him to justice.

“I don’t care who you are or what you do.” He said. “I’m going to find you and make you pay for what you did.”

The line went dead and Raphael tossed his phone onto the passenger seat beside him. He took a deep breath and tried to calm down, but he knew he could not bring himself to tell the rest of the family, his ex-wife, his father, his nephews and his niece, that Renée was no longer with them.

The rest of the way back home was quiet, with only the whining of the dogs breaking the silence now and then. Aimeé went straight to her room, buried herself in her sheets and opened her phone. Then she stared at her lock screen, which showed a photo of her and her sister. They were both smiling in the back of the passenger seat on the ride home from school. At that moment, she burst into tears as she realized she would be gone forever. She hated that feeling so much.

Raphael, on the other hand, had already started preparing to solve the case. Luckily, his brother was a famous detective, and a talented one at that. He took a deep breath and dialed his number.

.

..

...

The soft voice of a female was the first thing he heard when someone picked up the phone.

“London Detective Agency, how can we help you?”

“I’d like to speak to Lucas. Please give him the phone, Johanna.”

“Oh! As you wish, Lieutenant Rowe.” The secretary passed the phone to the detective after a while.

“...Hello, Raphael. It’s been a while, hasn’t it?” He answered.

“Yes, Luke...” He replied, sighing. “I need your help with a rather urgent matter.”

“And judging by your tone, it must be something pretty important, right? You never show that you are upset unless something really bad has happened to you.”

“Ah, well... How should I put it...”

“Be blunt. Who is the victim?”

“...Renée.”

The man on the other end of the line was silent for a few minutes.

“Renée?!”

“Some sick bastard decided to put an end to her because she apparently ‘talked a lot’...”

“The perp has a lot of balls to end my niece’s life and say shit like this...”

“I’m now trying to figure out how to break the news to the others...”

“Well, I need to call Miranda and tell her not to expect me for dinner for a while. Because I’m not going anywhere without solving this case.”

“And what if we don’t find the culprit..?” Raphael sighed deeply.

“Don’t worry, Raphael. I will tell everything to the others.”

“I’m well aware of that, but I still can’t believe it. I can not believe that...”

“Ah... I know how hard it is to lose a child, Raph. Believe me, I know. But I advise you not to lose hope, because everything is going to be okay.”

“I’ll take your word for it, Luke.”

“Get some rest now. The news of our sunshine’s passing must have taken a toll on you.”

“Perhaps that’s for the best, Detective...”

“...Rest well, Lieutenant.”

And with that, he hung up.

Raphael went straight to his bed, but he no longer felt tired. Whenever he closed his eyes, the scene of the crime and Renée’s face came to his mind. He listened into the house for a moment as Aimeé’s sobs were replaced by silence. He got up from his bed and went to her room. Fortunately, she was still there. The outline of the frame caught his eye as he realized it was her small family photo. He saw his eldest child, Fabian holding his diploma, Renée holding her certificate with all of her high grades, Aimeé’s gold medal shining proudly on her chest, and how he managed to hug all three of them while the dogs licked his face.

He looked from the window to check on the dogs as they too were quiet. They slept side by side and snuggled up to each other.

Suddenly his eyes fell on the corridor.

“Dad..?”

And there was Aimeé, who is now fully awake and holding the framed picture.

“...You haven’t slept yet?” She softly asked.

“I was checking on you and the dogs, dear…” He replied with a forced smile.

“Okay… Bonne nuit, papa…” She said as she went back to her bed.

“Bonne nuit, Aimeé.” He replied, watching her carefully as she tucked herself back in bed. He wanted to believe that everything was going to be okay, but deep down, he knew it was going to be a long journey before justice was served.

As he walked back to his bedroom, Raphael couldn't help but feel a sense of sadness and anger wash over him. He sat on the edge of his bed and ran his hand through his hair, feeling the weight of the world on his shoulders.

But he knew he had to keep going. For Renée, for Aimeé, for his family.

With a sigh, he stood up and grabbed his coat. He was going to the station to get to work.

The sun had already climbed high in the sky when Raphael parked his car at the police station. He took a deep breath and stepped out of the vehicle, taking in the bustling atmosphere around him. People walked in and out, some rushing to get to their desks, while others were lost in their own thoughts.

He walked past them and went straight to his office. As he sat down at his desk, he opened the case file on Renée’s murder and began going through the details. There wasn’t much to go off of at the moment, but he was determined to find the killer.

As he worked, he couldn’t help but think of Renée and how she had been taken from them so suddenly. She was always so full of life and energy. He couldn’t bear the thought of her being silenced forever.

Hours turned into days as Raphael worked tirelessly on the case with Lucas. He interviewed witnesses, studied evidence, and went through every detail with a fine-tooth comb. It was a slow process, but he knew that finding Renée’s killer was the only way to bring justice to their family.

One evening, as Raphael was pouring over the latest findings, he received a call from Lucas.

“Raphael,” Lucas said, his voice low and serious. “We found something.”

Raphael leaned forward, his heart racing. “What is it?”

“We caught a suspect. He matches the description from the witnesses and was found with irrefutable evidence on him.”

Raphael's heart sank. “Who is it?”

“It’s someone we know, Raphael. Someone we never would have suspected.”

Raphael’s breathing quickened as Lucas revealed the name.

“Rohan… Rohan Norton.”

Raphael stood there in shock as he tried to process just who he was. He was considered a family friend, he had been there for the brothers for a long time.

“The.. The man who told me not to give up on my dreams…”

It was someone close to home. Someone they had known for several years. Someone they had trusted.

“Yes, Raphael. His fingerprints were found on Renée’s shoulder, the camera records show him walking out of the train station and his bloody footprints were found near a tree on the side of that said train station… All of this can’t be a coincidence now, can it?” He tapped his fingers against the table.

Raphael felt a mix of emotions - shock, anger, betrayal course through him. How could someone they trusted do something so evil?

But he knew what he had to do. He had to bring this person to justice and make sure that Renée's death was not in vain.

The investigation continued as they gathered more evidence against the suspect. Raphael and Lucas worked closely together, determined to see the case through to the end.

Finally, the case went to trial.

“Today, we are here to discuss the case of Renée Rose Menken.” The judge said. “A seventeen year old female found deceased on ⬜⬜⬜⬜⬜⬜⬜⬜ Train Station…”

People in the court mumbled between each other.

‘So young..!’

‘Poor girl…’

‘How could he do such a thing..?!’

Raphael looked at Rohan with such anger and disgust. But he simply looked back at him with a smile.

“You found me, Lieutenant Rowe… Congratulations.”

He didn’t say anything else as Raphael became more angry.

“She was my sunshine..! She had already suffered enough in her life all the time!” He yelled, the tears he held back the entire time finally falling, “You monster! I hope when your time comes, you suffer more than the amount of pain you put her through!”

Aimeé silently cried as she sat beside him. Then she turned to face him.

“Why… Why did you take my sister from us..? What did she do to you?!”

“Well, that really sucks on your end. But that’s not my problem.” Rohan spoke up, “The little bitch you call an ‘angel’ got on my nerves, so I shut her up.”

A vein popped up on Raphael’s forehead the second he finished talking.

“Listen here you fucking—”

“Order! Order!!” The judge said.

And the rest of the trial went out without any tension.

Rohan Norton, also known as Jonathan Harbington and Hector Duke, was found guilty and put in a life sentence. He had a loopy smile while being taken away to his cell, his new home, as he looked at the brothers.

It wouldn’t bring Renée back, but at least justice had been served…

He looked over at Aimeé, who was sitting next to him in the courtroom. She had been through so much during this ordeal, but she remained strong and resilient.

He put his arm around her and whispered, “We did it, Aimeé. We got justice for Renée.”

Aimeé gave him a small smile and nodded. “I know, dad. I'm proud of you.”

Raphael couldn’t help but feel a sense of relief wash over him. He knew that they still had a long road ahead of them, but for now, they could take solace in the fact that the person who took Renée from them had been brought to justice.

As they walked out of the courtroom, Raphael felt a sense of freedom he hadn’t felt in a long time. He knew that it would take time to fully heal from the tragedy, but for now, he could finally breathe a little easier.

He turned to Aimeé and said, “Let’s go home, sweetheart. We have a lot to talk about.”

Aimeé nodded and they walked out of the courthouse, ready to start their healing journey together.

.

.

.

Or so they thought.

There was one more thing left to deal with now; CEO of Andelios, Fabian, Renée and Aimeé’s mother and Raphael’s ex-wife, Ceciliana. Now she was the only thing to be dealt with. Since she was the main reason Renée snapped, broke down and fled away from the party place, she was being held in a cell and was also in a life sentence.

As she was walking around, she heard two footsteps walking towards her cell. As they got closer, she recognized the two people.

“Oh, my beautiful daughter, my dear husband!! You won’t believe what happened to me!!” She wailed as she held the bar, her well cared nails now chipped down. “Those policemen took me in without letting me explain myself, they were being so harsh on me..!”

“They did a good job.” Raphael replied, “Not only did they find your fingerprints on the handle of the iron bar that caused the burns on Renée’s back, they also seem to take the cameras I had installed around the house along with the recordings.”

“I also told them a couple of things, mommy. You were being so mean to sissy that it made me wonder how she even held up to this point… I would’ve given up if I were her…” Aimeé replied with an exhausted frown.

“YOU DID WHAT?!” The woman yelled, “I BROUGHT YOU TO THIS LIFE! I CARRIED YOU FOR NINE MONTHS!! I SPOILED YOU WITH THE BEST OF THE BEST I COULD FIND!!! DO THEY NOT MATTER TO YOU?!”

“I never wanted the best of the best things, I just wanted you to love sissy too! She made sure to never upset you, she worked so hard to make you smile!! Were you even proud of her accomplishments?!” She yelled back with her hands curled up to fists.

“Your sister never had any potential to begin with, Aimeé. She has always been a failure!” She replied.

“Who are you to say?!” Raphael interfered, “Her teachers always told me how she was academically successful in every class..! Her teachers called me to ask if there was anything wrong with her! They said she always overworks herself in order to do her best! They say she often passes out in classes! Hell, even her sketchbook shows just how much pain she had to deal with!”

With that, the lieutenant took out the sketchbook in question and handed it to her.

The first drawing was a well made portrait of her mother, but the note on it said “Mother didn’t like it. I have to be better than this.”

The second drawing was a family photo with her wearing a mask that had her smile on it. If looked carefully, one could see her crying beneath that mask. The rest of her family was smiling. The note on it said “I wish we could be a good family. But there is no point in hoping things won't become true anytime soon.”

The third one was herself as an angel with its wings torn from her and the halo was nearly broken. The hands around it were grabbing anything on her body that they could find. It was titled “L'ange imparfait” (The Flawed Angel) with her signature written on the bottom left.

“See?!” He yelled, “Before you took her only way to vent, she drew these! The principal called me to ask what’s wrong because he also saw them!! This is all because of you!!!”

She froze as the two walked away. She didn’t dare to say anything.

After they got out, Raphael hugged Aimeé tightly.

“We did it… For real this time…” She mumbled. “Mommy won’t bother us anymore, right?”

“Yes, we did it…” He replied with a crooked smile.

“...Dad…”

“Yes, Aimeé?”

“I hope.. big sis is resting in peace too now… I hope she is happy wherever she is…”

“...I hope too.”

And they held hands and walked away to the car, finally getting the well earned peace they deserve.

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[yuuniee]

Waddles in Oc interactions you say?

I hand to you, Melanie, Regina and Mori! Go ham and have fun!

A/N: LISTEN LISTEN LISTEN!! THEY ARE LIKE THE PERFECT FIT FOR MY BIG THREE.. 😭 (Renée + Ian + Lilith)

Timeline: Post chapter 4

🕊️ Renée + Melanie

The morning breeze hit the taller girl as she opened the windows in her room. She looked out to watch the birds for a few moments. Two birds made their way to a tree branch. One of them was a black feathered swallow and while the other one was a little sparrow. Together, they chirped, creating a harmonious melody. Melanie smiled at the sight of it and watched them since it reminded her of Malleus and her. Suddenly though, she heard a light creak coming behind her.

“Good morning, Mellie...” One of the prefects said groggily, rubbing her eyes while her hair is a mess. “It looks like a peaceful morning came today, right?”

“Good morning, Renée.” She said with a smile, “...Yeah, a peaceful morning indeed.”

Renée stretched a little and let out a quiet yawn while covering her mouth.

“Did you sleep well?” She asked as she always does.

“I did, thanks for asking.” The princess replied, her radiant smile beaming like the rays of the sun.

“I think others are asleep. Shall we prepare the breakfast together?” She said, twirling her hair. “I can always help.”

“Of course you can.”

As they made their way down to the kitchen, she felt something wrapping around her waist. When she looked back, she noticed that it was actually a part of hair, slowly pulling her closer to the source.

“I.. have a terrible habit of hugging people when I wake up...” Renée said while wrapping her arms around her as she let go of her with her hair. “Let me know if it makes you uncomfortable though...”

Melanie giggled.

“It’s alright, don’t worry...” She replied. “I don’t mind.”

“Okay...” She replied while letting go of her. “...Let’s go then.”

She walked to the kitchen in front of her right after saying it, causing the taller girl to laugh a little.

🦉 Ian + Mori

“MORIIIIIIIIIIIII!!!”

He was laying down on the couch when a white owl flew through this head, landing just a bit above to the said couch.

“Your aim’s a bit off, Ian!” They replied with a smile. “But you should be careful not to hurt yourself.. It’s not good, y’know?”

The owl boy turned to his real form and shook his head.

“I just wanted to hug you though..” He said, pouting. “I know you are worried about me always flying at you like this, but I’m fine!”

“Geez, you’re so childish...” They playfully rolled their eyes and walked to him.

“Ummm... By the way, could you please bring me some ice..?” He shyly said.

“M’kay!” They replied while making their way to the kitchen.

At the same time, Ian slowly turned and held a hand at his bleeding nose and sat on the couch. He knew he could do better at containing his excitement, but why would he do that when there are so many awesome people around?! He smiled at himself and sighed.

By the time the zombie came back with an ice pack, they immediately noticed Ian and pulled his hand away to put the ice pack.

“Ahaha~” He said as he slightly winced, “I-it hurts...”

“I told you it was dangerous.” They lightly bonked him in the head.

“I know, I know! But--”

“Nope, no buts.” They said while keeping the ice on there.

🌓 Lilith + Regina

She sat on the couch in the living room while resting her head at late night, contemplating if she should go to her room despite not having the slightest bit of sleep in her eyes. She looked down at her hands, which were pale, almost doll-like with her freezing blue fingertips, as she recalled old days in the past. She looked at the ceiling and sighed.

“I wonder how Anne-Sofia is doing...” She quietly said, knowing the rest of her dorm members being asleep at the late hour.

She got off the couch and made her way to the kitchen to get a glass of water with some painkillers for her headache. As she poured some water into the glass, a ghost appeared. Although she looked different from the Ramshackle ghosts, she immediately knew who she was.

“Lilith.” She sighed, “I suggest trying a different approach if your intention was to scare me.”

“I wasn’t though.” The ghost grinned, floating upside down above her. “Just checking in to see if you’re alright.”

“I am.” The ice fae replied curtly.

The ghost before her floated next to her and turned back to her human form.

“You clearly have something in your mind. Care to share?” She raised an eyebrow while sitting next to her.

“I do not.” She sharply replied while glaring at her. Then she put the pill in her mouth and chugged the water down.

The girl with two toned hair smirked.

“Alright, whatever you say.” She said before going back to her room.

‘Geez... This girl really knows how to anger me...’ She thought to herself before going back to her room as well.

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