#waterlogged heartbeats | teagan |--;

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continued from here!

--- She hadn't expected to get so lost in the forest! The Faerie Circle was much farther than she thought- her offerings had been held in the knapsack on her hip; among it a few snacks and small treats for stray animals she might have found. Still...the man she'd found had been so helpful, guiding her out safely- the eerie sounds and tense atmosphere had driven her skin to crawl, making her jump and squeak every so often, but him? His presence?

--- ...well she had no idea just what he was, nor could she perceive the fiercely predatory aura he possessed. Only when the treeline had come into view did she spin to press a kiss to his cheek in thanks, before he seemed to...fluster, and push her away. ' W-what-- wait! ' she'd called after him, meaning to offer him a thank you gift, but he was gone in an instant. Would she see him again? Maybe if she visited again??

--- A few days later she'd made good on that determination, her pack stuffed with more offerings. Liquids, drinks, a couple snacks for herself and possibly him, as well as animal treats. Picking her way back into the thickly wooded forest, she sought a thinner swatch of trees that would lead to the meadow she delivered the goods to...but where had it gone. Had she lost her way again?

--- ' I really...sh-should invest in a compass... ' a quiet hum, looking up at the sky to try and find the direction of the sun peeking through the canopy. Of course that meant she wasn't looking at her feet, clumsily catching upon the remains of a deer and tripping. Palms met roughly with dead leaves and soft dirt, while knees drove directly into the mess of gore and bone that was its open stomach. ' Oh...oh g-god... ' a small whimper, biting sharply at her lower lip as she pulled away from the mess and stared at the front of her shorts and knees, now freshly bloodied. ' This will be...so h-hard to get out... '

#waterlogged heartbeats | teagan |--; #devourmist #okay #i did this thing #for you #I CONTINUED IT #PLEASE ENJOY!??!? #big bad wolf

[ekleipsi]

-- starter for @s4crificial​ ;;

---Fingers curled anxiously around the grip of the camera around her neck, fidgeting slightly with it and running her fingers along the buttons as some measure of comfort. Group projects tended to be nerve wracking, her own social struggles spiking whenever the professors spoke of pairing students together in some manner. Sky blues slipped around the room, flitting from one classmate to the next as if she would be able to determine who it was by sheer look alone. 

--- Throat cleared absently, dropping her eyes to the folder in front of her. Her portfolio, so to speak- at least if she wasn’t looking at everyone else, maybe she’d put herself at a little more ease? Cardstock was flipped open, digits gliding down the smooth surface and glossed photographs she’d taken; lovely stills in various places and of different people. Your work is beautiful, Teagan, but it’s missing something. That’s what the professor had said during her last assessment. 

--- ‘ Ms. Hartley? ‘ a secondary call of her name, students now staring at her for the lack of initial response. She hadn’t even heard the first one. Surprise had a light dusting of color along the bridge of her nose when she’d perked up with a curious ‘ Huh? ‘ much to the amusement of her classmates and a gentle roll of teacher’s eyes. ‘ I said, your partner for this project will be Mr. Meyers. Good luck. ‘ words of encouragement, with a quick gesture before they were already moving on to the next pair. 

--- Mr. Meyers? Beck Meyers? She’d never exchanged but maybe a handful of words with him in the classroom itself, orbs lifting to seek his face out in the crowd before they settled upon dark head of hair. Fingers lifted absently to wave at him, to get his attention, before embarrassment burned upon features and she simply picked her things up with a sharp inhale. Half a beat was taken to close eyes and steady her breathing, steeling herself for the interaction before marching over to sit beside him. ‘ H-hi! I’m...Teagan. We h-haven’t really spoken much before, but I’m l-looking forward to working with you! ‘ she offered a smile, head tilted in polite introduction.

#waterlogged heartbeats | teagan |--; #s4crificial #OKAY! i do the thing #lmk if this is okay or if i should change anything! #it's totally cool #it's cute they're both photography enthusiasts. :|

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"Teaaaaa!" Comes her voice from behind, arms stretched above her head as signal and toothy grin beaming towards the other. It was a miracle she'd found her, half-expecting her surprise visit to flop if Teagan happened to change plans today. But to her delight, there she was! "I hope you can clear your schedule for me!" She begins, taking a few quick strides to close the short distance, " ―Wanna' take a trip with me? Dinner on me if you do."

--- Photography student was oft quite taken with the Art university's exhibits, whole wings dedicated to the works of students and alums; she spent a great deal of time here when she could, admiring the work and taking notes. The blonde was in the midst of scribbling down a note when the sharp call of her name jarred her from her thoughts and almost as soon as she'd turned, she was face to face with close friend.

--- ' Ryu! I d-didn't expect...to see you t-today! ' she beamed, expression immediately lighting up with the others company, a shock of pleasure rippling through frail body. Teagan found it so difficult to socialize with others, so when she did make friends? They were kept close to heart and cherished. ' T-to what...do I owe the p-p-pleasure? ' a light stammering, head tilting with fond smile.

--- The prospect of clearing schedule implied so had one to begin with, and as Ryu asked to take a trip? Already she was bobbing her head eagerly, a grin replacing the easygoing smile. ' S-sure! I'd love that, d-dinner not necessary! Did you want to go...somewhere sp-specific? ' she asked with a hum of thought.

#waterlogged heartbeats | teagan |--; #aaternum #temporal displacement | queue |--; #this is so late and i'm so sorry but #i rly think they're such cute friends #and she is gonna love so many adventures

[ekleipsi]

"Alright, nap time. I need my pillow." He's dragging Tea with him. She's his pillow. :)

--- The model had been working so hard- and his agent had been scrutinizing her harshly with the small pack of snacks she'd brought for him during the shoot. Now that it was over though, she was smiling and tilting her head in response when he finally came over after it all. ' I th-think your agent might...h-hate me... ' she chuckled shyly, shaking her head with a smile.

--- Despite as much, eyes went wide just a bit as taller grasped at her hand and began to drag her away without further ado. ' A-ah! Gabe! W-what...what if they n-need you back!? ' but there truly was no arguing with the mafioso, light color dusting at her cheeks when he expressed needing his pillow for the inevitable nap to come.

--- ' I'm not v-very comfortable, you know! '

#waterlogged heartbeats | teagan |--; #clandestinare #she's embarrassed but also #please have a snack

[ekleipsi]

The room was spotless, PChan learning housework the best he could! Learning from the Master human, Teagan. So when the door opens and she's back from the learning place - PChan was quick to exit the main room with a cheer of their return. "Teagaaaaaaan." Arms reach out, eager to cuddle her after missing her for so long already. Thus, when he was able to wrap his hands around her tiny waist, he pulled her off her feet to spin in the hall and cuddle her close with wiggling ears and beaming grins as he squeezed her just right!

Door closed with another arm that was hanging at his side, he looked up at her as he folded his arm beneath her thighs and rear to snuggle at her tummy and bask in her everything. "Welcome home! It went longer than usual today, are you okay?"

--- Standing outside the small apartment, she'd made to put keys in the lock but dropped them. ' Sh-shoot! ' a pout upon lips, scooping them back up and eventually jiggling them in and half stumbling through the door with a small squeak. Gaze immediately lifted to the alien taking residence in her apartment, having appeared quickly in the living room before he scooped her right up.

--- ' PChan! ' a delighted grin creased her features, eyes lighting up in delight and surprise before she squeaked as he lifted her so high. Touches to thighs made her flush, but he was adorable, cuddling at her stomach like so; digits buried into the hair of human form, tugging it sweetly before she pressed her face against it with another smile.

--- His question made her nod. ' I'm okay! The p-professor was...just helping me get s-some perspective on one of...m-my pieces! ' she explained, pulling away from him just long enough to dip her head. Face was cupped, so she could keep his cheek while bright color danced over the bridge of her nose. ' I missed...you... '

#waterlogged heartbeats | teagan | ; #nvrcmplt #these two are so cute and kind of wholesome #but also with such sauce potential #filth #these cute hugs are filthy

[ekleipsi]

❛ what is your favorite flower , my lily? ❜ his question is cool and collected , leaning over her shoulder from behind with lips brushing carelessly against her cheek. arms are loose to loop around her form to keep her pinned against his chest. ❛ just so i know what to shower you if anything go array.~ ❜

--- When had he come so close? Was she so distracted by the lovely flora before her, that she hadn't even heard his footsteps? Color dusted over pale cheeks in embarrassment, somewhat shy to have gotten so lost in the colors and shades of flowers before her. They were beautiful...though he'd told her many times, that some were quite deadly and she shouldn't touch so carelessly. There was...an irony, in such beautiful things being so deadly. Poisonous.

--- His question strikes a shiver in her body, though not for the query itself, rather the way lips brush against her cheek and the way his grasp pins her taut to him. Like a cage of flesh and bone, he keeps her held in this position- and like a small rabbit, she is incapable of escape. Did she want to?

--- Gaze softens, pale sky follows the flow of stem to leaf and the a bud not yet bloomed. Boldly, bravely, she reaches out to run a thumb over it without knowing of its nature. ' Maybe...orch-chids...ah, b-but. Oh... ' she trails off, tipping her head back idly until it's resting partway on his shoulder, attempting to meet his gaze and instead staring at the underside of throat, the curve of lips. ' F...forget-Me-Nots, actually... ' a breath of consideration is given, before she hums her approval at the choice.

#waterlogged heartbeats | teagan | ; #remainsafe #i know you don't even write here anymore but i wanted to answer this #cause i thought it was #kinda sweet #*in a fashion*

[ekleipsi]

He's here. Standing at the school gates, glowering down at those before he harmed. They didn't recognize him this time due to the big change but they knew by presence alone. They were in the wrong and will be forever in his eyes. Speaking of, his head rose when he caught scent of Teagan and his arms instantly rose with joy, wide and open from his hoodie pockets as he beamed his carnal fanged grin. "Teagannn!"

--- She hadn't expected PChan to come and pick her up once more, though she truly shoulder have. He'd made it a habit to do so ever since he'd discovered she'd been being bullied; teased and taunted, the day he'd properly laid out her tormentors was one she'd never forget. She wouldn't dare to confess it aloud, but there was a certain kind of pleasure and satisfaction in it, seeing them brought to their own level.

--- ' PChan! ' a delighted exclamation, beaming widely and without abandon before her own arms opened just as widely. He'd changed appearance once more, something she'd come to learn was somewhat common for him- settling on different forms so he could develop different immunities on earth. Things that protected and assisted him, more perfect vessels and the like- she was still eager to understand his culture and where he came from! ' I m-missed you! ' a hum of fondness, pressing her forehead into his chest.

--- The fanged grin didn't appear to put her off in the least, arms curling tightly around his more broad and defined form, now. ' Do...you want to...get something to eat...? O-or...go s-straight home? ' a tilt of head, biting on her lower tier thoughtfully. Cutely.

#waterlogged heartbeats | teagan | ; #nvrcmplt #they're very cute and wholesome #*until they aren't* #:|

[ekleipsi]

“Darling… About today’s photo shoot…” The model paused, gaze wandering for a moment as he thought of how to phrase his next words. “No… You’ve been working hard to gain experience in photography. It’s admirable and all, but you deserve a break sometimes. Why don’t you rest for the day, hm?”

That sounded sincere enough, right? After all, he did truly think that. He just hoped it was enough to mask his true concern. That the content of today’s shoot would be… a bit much.

“I promise I’ll behave, alright~ I won’t nap on the job.”

--- Her head tilted, spinning around quickly as Gabe began to speak to her about the shoot. Interning for a close friend of hers had been...well, a dream come true and she couldn't have asked for more. Real experience in real time, which only aided in the portfolio she possessed from her college work. As such, naturally she'd been working herself to the bone in regards to it all, mindful of lighting and poses and life in the models.

--- There had been so much to think about, but she was quite eager and had told him she'd be here for every one to try and be as present as possible. To soak in as much information and wisdom as possible. To hear him suggest she take a break now of all times? It was true that the words sounded sincere, and so she was hardly put on her guard about the true nature of his request and the motives behind them.

--- ' N-no! No, it's okay! I have plenty of en-nergy! I'm learning s-so much, I'll take a rest when the sh-shoot is over! ' she insisted with a bright smile and a tilt of her head, camera clutched between her fingers. She had no idea what the next shoot would be of, of course, but photographers were often requested to shoot all manner of clientele and other sort of campaigns...she had to be able to do it all, didn't she?

--- A small and playful roll of her eyes was offered at his assurance. ' I know you w-won't, I'll make sure of it! ' a determined look settled upon porcelain features, and only when the content of the shoot was presented to her, did she pale just slightly. Fingers tensed a bit before she lifted wide and panicked eyes to Gabriele, bright crimson dancing over her cheeks and the bridge of nose. ' O-oh...oh it's...this sort of...sh-shoot.... ' Oh no, how could she control herself, seeing him like that!?

#waterlogged heartbeats | teagan | ; #clandestine #nude photoshoots omg #she's so embarrassed rn #BUT SHE GOTTA #WORK EXPERIENCE

[ekleipsi]

--- from here! ;;

--- Expression was bright and soft, excitable like a puppy who hadn’t seen family in so long. She was happy for the companionship and the ties to the Fae world she possessed by being acquainted with Mister; her natural curiosity for the supernatural and occult won out at long last. More than eager to have tea with him, she settled in the offered chair where gaze could flicker up to his figure with a fond hum. 

--- Hues were crinkled with her smile, gently pushing the tin of shortbread across the table as she spread napkin over her lap. ‘ They’re lemon r-rosemary...I made them fresh, this morning! ‘ Pouring a cup of tea for herself and dropping in a cube of sugar, she stirred at the cup before tilting her head. ‘ Not much has changed, I’m af-fraid! The photography p-program is pretty lax, but...because of th-that, it’s somewhat long... ‘ she trailed off, soft hum upon lips. 

--- ‘ Is there...anything new with you, Mister? I...d-don’t think I’ve...asked...b-before. About your h-home. ‘ a brief spike of anxiety, not wanting to offend companion with her query.

@nvrcmplt​​

#waterlogged heartbeats | teagan |--; #nvrcmplt #mister and teagan are so cute #HER FAE FRIEND #and adoptive papa LOL

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💝 Mister & Teagan

--- ' Mister! M-mister is such a close friend! At first I...I was really only excited to meet a member of the Fae! I've...w-wanted to find them for so long. I've b-been so intrigued, and when I g-got the chance? I was...s-so happy! After though, l-learning about him, he's j-just the sweetest. I r-really enjoy spending time with him, he tells s-such stories...

--- ...and h-he's so cute! He r-reminds me of old V-victorian men, v-very polite and w-well kept. He's sweet, and loves sh-shortbread. I w-wonder if I make him too much s-sometimes. S-still, the company over t-tea is really nice...he's v-very protective and kind to m-me. Our f-friendship is inv-valuable! '

#waterlogged heartbeats | teagan |--; #nvrcmplt #mister is liKE A FATHER TO HER #they have a sweet relationship!

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"T-Tea... do you have anyone you're seeing right now...?" (Ueda

--- Smile on her face was easygoing as they sat on the ledge enjoying milk tea together. She'd come to truly appreciate and enjoy Ueda's company as he was so considerate and very sweet despite what a clumsy mess she could be. Often enough he even indulged her in her whimsical need for adventure and forest exploration...to hear the question spill from his lips, she lifted cerulean gaze to meet his own with a surprised sort of expression.

--- ' S-seeing someone? ' she hummed out, furrowing brow in thought at just what the words held. The thrum of her heart as it beat hard in chest should have been plenty indication on what she'd like them to mean, but she didn't want to dare in thinking something so presumptuous. ' L-like...dating...y-you mean? ' stammer worsened as nerves took her before a soft smile dropped to her lap and she shook her head. ' No...n-no one. I th-think I'm just...too...awk-k-kward for people to n-notice, or like me! ' a laugh, to brush off the vaguely sad feeling that tugged at heart.

#waterlogged heartbeats | teagan |--; #bclasaeg #she's so awkward i'm so sry #and nervous cause she think he cute #but yolo

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continued from here

--- Despite the flickers of social anxiety that weighed heavily in her body on occasion, the blonde was making great strides in trying to be more outgoing and inclusive. Trying harder to make friends, to meet people, and to be herself in the most pure and unashamed way- the only struggle that arose from that was she was so odd. Unique in many senses of the word, but the adults her own age tended to mind things far more pop culture than her interest in ancient Latin texts, occult paraphernalia, old civilizations, witchcraft, demonology...the usual. 

--- It was so nearly a surprise to find her in a major that seemed so mundane, so normal by comparison. That said, photography was a passion she thoroughly enjoyed; the beauty of scenic photographs, the way models could draw people in with their eyes? It was a wonderful form of art to capture moments for eternity. singularly perfect moments. Though in the art trade, newly starting out photographers couldn’t be too particular and Teagan already had internships lined up for the end of the year with two separate modeling agencies to improve upon human dynamic. 

--- ‘ I’m s-sorry!! If that was abrupt. Ah, I’m...j-just trying to... ‘ she stammered, biting sharply on lower tier before steeling her nerves and her gaze, straightening spine instead of curling into herself. ‘ I want to be more comfortable around others! ‘ the determined set of her voice and gaze likely belied the slightness of her frame and the initial shy way she’d approached him, forward as her queries might have been. As he agreed though, muscles relaxed into careful ease and a bright smile, head tilting. ‘ Please just act n-naturally! ‘ a nod, her tone holding gentle insistence. 

--- Cameras eyepiece was raised to crystal hues, lens pointed carefully at her subject in hopes of catching him in natural states of existence...without entirely realizing that requesting someone act natural was inherently making them...unnatural. His question caused her cheeks to brighten like a tomato, orbs going wide and grip slackening- fortunate camera was around her neck or she’d have likely dropped it. 

--- ‘ N-no! No of course not! I’m...s-sorry, was...d-did I imply that!? No I just...I mean you’re...you’re very handsome is all, but- oh I g-guess.... ‘ she trailed off, pursing her lips as if realization had finally struck her. ‘ I s-suppose that’s...pretty forward...and f-flirtatious. ‘ an awkward laugh slipped free, apologetic smile lifting to his features with a tilt of her head. ‘ Pardon...my rudeness. I’m T-teagan. Photography student. ‘ she nodded finally, offering her hand for shaking. 

@sonderrow​

#waterlogged heartbeats | teagan |--; #sonderrow #gasps he called her out so fast she just #NOPE #NOPE FLIRTING HERE #NOT ME

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"Teagan, Teaaaaagan." Pchan called upon entering her home with an armful of teddybear and donuts in a bag. "I won a thing for you!" It was massive, stupidly big and Pchan did his best to not get it dirty on his way back from the arcade places and now with his haul of a treasure, he pushed through the main living room door way to present it to her. "Like it? It's so fluffy, come hug it too!"

--- She startled with the door flung open so gracelessly, jerking upwards and pulling away from the flower she was adjusting in vase. Hues drifting with alarm towards the intrusion, widening upon seeing the...positively gigantic teddy bear that Pchan had brought through the living room. He was even struggling with it, as if that were a testament to its size, certainly larger than her.

--- Gasp escaped, hand lifting to cover her mouth in surprise. ' It's...h-huge! It's so big, w-where did you get th-that!? ' she asked loudly, a stammer in voice as she stepped closer when he mentioned how fluffy it was, insisting she hug the large stuffed animal. Eyes crinkled in amusement before she laughed and nodded, closing the distance between them with a laugh.

--- ' It is fluffy! ' a surprised sound, after arms had curled around it, before attempting to peek over its shoulder at the one who had brought it. ' And donuts? You'll s-spoil me...you know... ' she trailed off, smiling.

#waterlogged heartbeats | teagan |--; #nvrcmplt #gets to my asks 1000 yrs later #i'm so sry

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At first, he'd only accidentally brushed against her hand. Then he found that he wanted a little more, now purposely touching the back of her hand with his, looking for approval to hold it. (Ueda

--- The accidental brush of fingertips had her blushing, but she tried her best not to think anything more of it than that. A simple brush of digits; to get too ahead of herself would have been embarrassing, it wasn't...it wasn't as if Ueda was interested. In...in more, right? In holding hands?

--- ' S-sor-- ' she'd almost begun to apologize, but the moment his fingers once more brushed against the back of her hand...lingered there, intentionally so, she inhaled quietly. Words died upon lips, before they pursed her inhale grew more intense, determined. Fingers twitched before she turned her had, a stubborn set of her brow fixed upon features before her fingers laced into his own and she gave a reassuring squeeze to his hand.

--- Naturally she...couldn't look at him. Couldn't look him in the eye, her cheeks dark as cherries and gaze opposite his own, staring distantly. Despite as much, she clung to his hand like it meant the world to her, even as her own grew somewhat clammy with her embarrassment.

#this was cute #i'm so sry it's so late but damn #they're sweet #waterlogged heartbeats | teagan |--;

[ekleipsi]

"Excuse me miss, I think you dropped this." (seto to teagan)

--- She’d been rather quick on her way back to school, running a bit later than she’d meant to. Ueda had asked if she wanted to meet for lunch at the cafe they both really liked and naturally she couldn’t say no. Gathering up her things she’d quickly tried to rush off before classes were meant to start though in her haste, one of her portfolios had fallen away from the stack. 

--- ‘ Ah? ‘ she hadn’t even noticed to begin with, continuing down the sidewalk until the stranger settled a hand on narrow shoulder. The contact nearly had her jumping out of her skin, before she tilted gaze up to his own and then dropped it back down towards the folder in his hand, with homework and photographs in it. ‘ Oh no! Th-thank you so much! I’m...this...h-has all my homework in it! ‘ she exclaimed shyly, trying not to laugh or let the expression of dread flit over her features. 

--- ‘ That’s v-very p-polite of you! To return it...I’m...r-running a bit late for my f-final class- the one I’m actually s-supposed to...turn this into. ‘ another dry laugh, head shaking. ‘ C-can I repay with you a drink? I’m out in...th-three hours...h-here, if you’d like? ‘ a quick, polite nod, waiting for the answer before she was determined to hurry off yet again.

#waterlogged heartbeats | teagan |--; #UH OH #SETO U LEAVE HER ALONE #u stinky man she has a crush on ueda... #bclasaeg

[ekleipsi]

canine form was assumed for convenience-- it wasn't exactly his favorite, not like this, but... there was something so awfully satisfying that he enjoyed upon the faces of other mortals, when he accompanied teagan while being nearly as tall as her. unfortunately, this was the smallest he was able to shrink himself to. nose poked towards the icy cold treat she'd bought for herself, not once having seen ice cream before-- curiosity had gotten the best of him, before he was quickly pulling away the moment it started to melt uncontrollably. " sorry! " he whispered out rushedly, ducking his head in shame. (ig/tea)

--- She couldn’t necessarily walk around with a demon in his natural form and had thus requested something more...normal? If you could count the large hound as normal, nearing her own height of over five feet. Being accompanied by such a large dog of course attracted such stares from others that her cheeks colored, fingers absently tangling into his fur and tugging in discomfort at being stared at so openly. 

--- Still, it didn’t stop her from enjoying herself and from buying herself some pistachio ice cream. Green colored treat was brought to lips and held aloft until the canine drew nose close to smell...only for his natural body heat to begin to melt it in its cone, creamy liquid spilling over her hand. ‘ Eep! ‘ a small and surprised noise, bright blues going wide in surprise before his head dipped in the quick whisper of apology spilled from his lips. 

--- ‘ N-no! No it’s okay, I should...h-have known better! ‘ she flustered out, quickly trying to lick up what she could along the cone before offering the rest of it to him with an apologetic smile of her own. ‘ Y-you want? ‘ Already determining that she’d likely go back and buy another, she was happy to have the demon’s companionship- though the reason she’d summoned him had been unclear at first, she had finally decided what she wanted from this contract and hoped that he could help provide. ‘ I...I know w-what I’d like... ‘ she said slowly, gnawing at lower lip. It was certainly a discussion for more private avenues, but still. 

#waterlogged heartbeats | teagan |--; #she wants to learn about MAGICK #and things of that ILK #teach her senpai #hellguarded