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lief nodded in agreement. however, the small hit had him laughing. “stop! i am not. there has only been one person who has ever ‘sought’ after me. everyone else has kind of overlooked me. i mean, my brother is leagues more handsome than i am, so we can see why i’m not the favoured one in that aspect,” he lightly countered, the small smile on his lips indicating that he wasn’t upset or jealous in any way. in fact, he would rather keep to himself than have all eyes on him. “you wouldn’t have to protect me. a knight can choose who he swears his loyalty. once knighted, you’re always knighted. no one can really take that title away from you,” he continued as they continued to lengthen the distance between them and the ferris wheel. “a balloon sword, huh? i think i could maybe convince him to allow us to borrow it. every man has his price, after all. maybe he can even bear witness since there has to be someone there to say: yeah, that happened,” he said with a laugh.

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lief quickly shook his head. “no, i mean it. even if you don’t feel brave, you still acted as such. and, you’re taking this all very well. truly, you should be proud of yourself,” he insisted. he felt some embarrassment wash over him as he rubbed the back of his neck. “i’m certainly not handsome. and, i’m definitely not as handsome as the rest of the princes out there. some of them are really very… very lovely,” he said with a sad sigh, thinking about one in particular. however, he had to force himself to come back to the moment. “i could knight you, you know,” he offered as they drew closer to the ground. “and, what i say goes in that matter, don’t you think? i wouldn’t knight just anyone,” he continued, trying to bolster up the other’s confidence a bit more as he finally led waylen off of the car and onto safe ground. “now, if only i had a sword to do such. i could do it with anything, really, but you deserve the entire ceremony.”

waylen’s heart was easily warmed by the other’s words, a smile slowly creeping onto his lips as his gaze dropped to his lap. it was clear just how flustered the other’s praise made him, it wasn’t something he was accustomed to receiving. “most people wouldn’t freak out so easily. but i suppose that doesn’t matter… it’s how you handle the situation, right?” a small scoff escaped him as he lightly hit the other’s arm. “don’t downplay your good looks, you’re absolutely the type to make people swoon. i bet you’re well sought after back home and not just because of your title.” while he could detect sadness in the other’s tone, he wasn’t sure if he should question it or not. he never knew what could potentially be a touchy subject for someone. “what you say matters, especially since i would be protecting you if you knighted me.” he was happy that the chair was back down on the ground and he eagerly hopped off, only to follow close beside the other. “i saw the scary blacksmith with a balloon sword earlier. perhaps he would let us borrow one. or maybe not… he doesn’t seem like a people person.” he chuckled as he shook his head.

#gvlesofsong #replying; lief

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lief wasn't accustomed to the sudden turn in weather, he was a prince of the southern isles after all, so he was completely caught off guard and unprepared. he was going to try to find his way to his home when he was luckily offered sanctuary in kieran's home. he was impressed by the interior the moment he stepped inside, safe from the unrelenting cold. he let out a small laugh. "i do feel special, thank you. i wouldn't have blamed you for not bringing me in," he said as his eyes roamed the decor. "that sounds beyond lovely. you truly are the picture of a perfect ghost host. surely you don't invite mortals here as they would fall in love with you," he teased lightly. "is that why i always see you so isolated? or, do we mortals annoy you just that much?"

location: kieran's haunted mansion.

who: lief and kieran.

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while kieran was fairly unaffected by the snow that fell above his head, he knew it was a recipe for disaster for any mortal to remain out in these weather conditions for too long. while some may have considered him emotionally stunted, he wasn’t heartless. it was the main reason he had been so quick to usher the other into his mansion, easily turning toward the other once they entered the dimly lit home. while the colour scheme was morbid and drab, the foyer was elaborately decorated from ceiling to floor. “welcome to the haunted mansion. you’re the first truly living soul to step foot into my home, perhaps that makes you special.” he chuckled softly as he looked the other over. “you must be freezing from being out there so long. i can grab you a blanket and you can sit by the fireplace if you’d like. maybe even brew you a nice cup of tea?” he offered, wanting to make his unexpected guest as comfortable as possible.

#gvlesofsong #replying; lief

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lucia sniffed slightly, embarrassed by her behaviour and appearance. she wasn't a crier and she certainly wasn't someone who felt sorry for herself. at least, that's what she'd lead everyone to believe back home. she shook her head. "no, it's fine. it's not like anyone should actually be in these rooms anyway," she said. at the mention of her well being, she chewed the inside of her cheek as she inspected the top of the table she sat at. "alright? yeah, i suppose i'm alright. but, i don't feel very alright. i feel stupid for not feeling alright and that makes me feel even less alright."

While most saw the ball as an escape, for Jane, it was anything but. If anything, she felt more alone than she had back in London. Here there were no familiar faces, and even if on the off chance there was someone she knew in the crowd, they were likely concealed by a mask. As a result, she decided that she’d be better off checking out the rest of Town Hall; at least she’d be doing something other than sitting in a corner. After coming across several open rooms that held no discernible records, she decided to try a room with a closed door. It was plausible that the town’s records were kept under lock and key. However, upon opening the door, she realized the room was occupied by someone. “Oh my, I’m sorry to intrude. I didn’t think anyone else would be over here.” She had figured that everyone else was back in the main ballroom, enjoying themselves. Eyes falling on the other’s reddened cheeks, Jane took a step forward. “Are you alright?”

#sweetillusicn #replying; lucia

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tierney wasn't pleased to find themself stuck in one place that they didn't choose to be in. they could handle being isolated or in a certain spot for an undetermined amount of time, but they wanted to be in control of the situation. they weren't particularly bothered by the cold, but knew it would greatly affect the mortals of the town. they let out a small laugh as they carefully shrugged off their jacket to place around the other's shoulders. "it isn't a blanket quite that long, but hopefully it will help you," they said softly. they leaned against one of the counters, thinking on their wish. "i probably would wish for us to go back home if i'm honest. but, as we can see, our wishes aren't coming true at the moment."

( closed event starter for @fairytalefires​​​ ) * tierney ❄️

dee dee had always loved all the seasons, from the sunny days of summer to the crisp chilly nights of fall, all of them were special in their on way to the former little dragon. while she adored snow, the sudden change in weather even took the normally peppy woman by surprise. sitting on the ground in one of the shops in town, she brought her knees up to her chest while the rest of her was shivering, while her cheeks were flushed pink from the chill. a blanket or something warm to drink could have certainly hit the spot but none of those things seemed to be anywhere in sight. “ you know, if i could wish for anything right this second i would ask for a big fluffy blanket to wrap us that would go on for miles, “ she mused out loud to the other beside her, while her teeth chattered. “ what would you wish for? “ she questioned, not only to make conversation to pass the time but also to distract her from how cold she was. 

#uuponastarr #replying; tierney

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closed starter for @antiifragiles / luca

aneirin rubbed his hands together, his fingers still recovering from the biting cold that had managed to keep him from his home. he was thankful that the other offered his place for the time being. aneirin was still trying to accept random acts of kindness at face value rather as anything with manipulative sub-text. with the death of his father, he thought he would be free of the man’s influence. but, it was hard for the people to simply shirk off the horned king’s evil deeds and thus pinned them to aneirin. he couldn’t blame them. “thank you again. i will repay you as best i can. it’s funny: i willingly visited a cold, snowy place over and over again yet i still can’t seem to get the hang of dealing with it,” he said with a small laugh. “have you ever dealt with something like this before?”

#antiifragiles #replying; aneirin #starter; aneirin

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closed starter for @lullabiesofwoe / erik

brook was shivering as she pulled the other into the dance studio, taking up temporary residence in one of the empty studios. “okay, mister prince charming, looks like the heating is acting wonky. i mean, why wouldn’t it be?” she said with a scoff-like laugh as she tried to fiddle with the thermostat. “we’re either going to cuddle like cute little penguins, or you’re going to make me freeze to death like some heartless villain. you’re not heartless, are you? don’t worry, whatever princess or prince you have in your pocket won’t know. i’m sure they’re getting nice in cozy with someone right now, too,” she teased as she pulled him down to sit on one of the mats with her.

#lullabiesofwoe #replying; brooklyn #starter; brooklyn

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closed starter for @gvlesofsong / santiago

a soft huff escaped harper as she settled into the plush theater seat next to the other, some nameless b-horror playing on the screen despite some of the lights illuminating the theater. “you know, you’re probably in the safest yet most dangerous places to be right now. you could be stuck with a murderer. full stop,” she teased, laughing as she bit off a piece of licorice. “you don’t have any secret goodies with you, do you? i promise i won’t be disappointed if you don’t since we weren’t expecting this whole mess. i hope when we get out, we’ll have our little ‘the shining’ moment.”

#gvlesofsong #starter; harper #replying; harper

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closed starter for @uuponastarr / namor

namor was certainly not pleased with the sudden turn in weather, used to and missing the warm weather of the sea that concealed talokan. still, he did his best not to be too inconvenienced as he stood and watched the snowfall from the windows of the cantina. he didn’t say much at first as he crossed his arms over his chest. “you know, you have a very grumpy little face,” he finally said, deciding that making conversation would be for the best for both of them. “i know this is not where you wish to be, but you may as well try to find something to enjoy while you are here. the gods brought us here for a reason, you should not be resistant or you will suffer. unless, you like suffering,” he teased, finally turning around to face the other.

#uuponastarr #starter; namor #replying; namor

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closed starter for @uuponastarr / snow

“flor pequeñita, you did not cause this just so you could be with me alone, did you?” ernesto teased, characteristic smirk on his lips as he lightly and absentmindedly strummed the guitar he had with him. he’d been on his way to the music shop to get some new strings when the weather grew too perilous to continue on. “i know you have been eyeing me, i’ve seen it. not to worry, you do not need to say anything for me to accept your admiration,” he lied, creating the fantasy for the other.

#uuponastarr #starter; ernesto #replying; ernesto

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closed starter for @uuponastarr / persephone

claudia groaned dramatically as she flopped her body onto one of the cafe’s sofas. she was used to snow, she hated snow. it reminded her of home: sparkly, cold, white, unappealing. “if you want real hot chocolate, i might be willing to make some for you,” she offered as she positioned herself upside down, staring up at the other she was stuck with. “this is a once in a lifetime offer, so you better think about it long and hard. but, don’t expect i’ll do it for free. you can, like, do plant stuff, right? can you make poisonous plants?”

#uuponastarr #replying; claudia #starter; claudia

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rowan was slightly overwhelmed, focusing more on his breathing than anything else. crowds were his thing, he could deal with them. but, with how unwell he was mentally it all got to him more than it should. his breath hitched slightly when someone took a hold of it, knowing it could only be one person. his chest instantly warmed and his stomach filled with butterflies as he found himself nodding before he even thought about the request. anything levi could ever want, rowan would agree to without hesitation. "any moment with you is one i enjoy," he said softly, carefully squeezing levi's hand before allow his free one to rest against the side of the other's neck. "my prince," he whispered as he looked up at the other, his forehead leaning in to press against the other's.

location: the town’s masquerade ball.

who: rowan and levi.

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while levi didn’t necessarily feel as if he belonged at an event this fancy, he was trying to make the best of tonight. that included making the best of every opportunity that presented itself. but there was only one thing on his mind all night: rowan. he shouldn’t have been wasting his night dwelling on thoughts of the man that had broken his heart, but he couldn’t help himself. he was able to pick the other out of the crowd rather easily, fairly sure at this point he could recognize the other even with his eyes closed. his stomach churned slightly as he approached the other, promptly taking his hand into his own. “just one night, that’s all i’m askin’ for. let’s pretend that we’re anyone but ourselves and just… enjoy a moment together.” he suggested, a timid smile spreading across his lips.

#gvlesofsong #replying; rowan

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#pictures; harper

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tierney had been to a few parties like this here and there, but for the most part they avoided them. they were like their father in that way: reclusive but able to make the effort when necessary. and, they didn't hate people and gatherings per say, they just couldn't find it in them to be recklessly happy as some chose to be. they let out a small laugh as someone spoke up. "the loneliest place a man can be is in a sea of people. how could not expect you to feel this way?" they said before reaching over to gently hold hands with their companion. "if it's pathetic, then you may as well say such to my face," they said gently, almost teasingly. "it just shows how horribly intelligent you are. i'm used to watching the world pass me by without it giving me a single thought. so, perhaps we can give each other the space in our minds no one else rents out to us? i couldn't think of someone more deserving of me spending my time thinking of them."

location: the town’s masquerade ball.

who: tierney and sorcha.

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there was little true magic for sorcha to experience back home, it was one of the many reasons she was so desperate to seek it out or create her own. but the masquerade ball itself felt like a piece of magic. unfortunately, what she had hoped would be a magical night turned into something entirely different. she couldn’t help but feel an ache in her chest as she watched the couples dance and make merry with one another as she stood off to the sidelines. it felt as if she was invisible even now. a shaky breath fell from her lips as she leaned against the wall that was behind her, trying her best to keep her composure. a queen never allows herself to cry, she told herself. that’s when she noticed someone standing beside her, deciding to take the chance and strike up some sort of conversation. “i don’t believe i’ve ever felt as lonely as i do now,” she confessed. she would’ve never usually been this candid, but with a mask hiding her face she felt as if she could be and do whatever she wished. “seeing everyone so happy… it makes me feel beyond envious. is that pathetic?”

#gvlesofsong #replying; tierney

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Also, some Tenoch Huerta appreciation for your dashboard bc HOLA AGUA PAPI 😏😩😭👀🥰🥵✨✌️😘😵

#pictures; namor

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elyna was gingerly sipping at her champagne, not sure if she liked it or not. everyone else appeared to be enjoying it, but it didn't taste as good as everyone else made it seem. as someone approached her she let out a small laugh. "it sure is," she said, no conviction to her voice. she was used to big personalities like the other, so she wasn't surprised by how much the other enjoyed the ball. "i'm enjoying myself just fine. how can i not? there are pretty dresses, snacks that confuse me with their names, and this that tastes just... splendid," she teasingly said. "sorry, i just don't know how i fit in all of this and i don't want to be a spoil sport. you're clearly own it all, though," she said with a gentle laugh.

( closed event starter for @fairytalefires ) * elyan 🌹

a tall glass of champagne was held firmly in coralie’s grasp as the blonde fluttered about the ball room, lending a dance to just about anyone who had asked and socializing. back home in new orleans,  coralie had spent much of her time attending parities thrown by her parents or grandfather. this time however was different as she didn’t have any of her family watching after her which gave her the freedom to do as she pleased. from across the room the blonde couldn’t help but notice someone who looked awfully familiar to her, although it was hard for her to say for certain since the upper half the person’s face had currently been obscured by a mask. waltzing across the ball room, coralie shook her hips to the sound of the music while letting out hum. “ my this party sure is a good time isn’t it? “ she asked, as she raised her voice above the sound of the music. “ i don’t think i’ve drank this much champagne since my twenty first birthday! “ the blonde giggled out before turned towards her, “ ya enjoy yourself darlin’? “ she asked. 

#uuponastarr #replying; elyna

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elyna was taking a chance coming to the ball, but was she really? everyone else was doing it, so it would have been strange for her to not be there as well. she could at least enjoy watching everyone else looking pretty and living their perfect romantic lives. elyna was sitting in a daze with her cheek in her hand when a bright light came to practically wake her up. she blinked a few times at the other's stunning dress, a smile breaking along her lips. "oh, i'm enjoying it. i like watching everyone having a good time," she said as she motioned toward the dance floor. "i mean, seeing you dancin' around would be like watching the comets dance across the sky. you can admire 'em, but if you touch 'em you'll burn up. and, regardless, everyone's already got a partner out there," she said with a shake of her head.

location: the town’s masquerade ball.

who: elyna and journey.

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while the mask that journey wore concealed her identity, she still enjoyed the feeling of having all eyes on her for once. it was one of the main reasons she wanted to go all out for this event when she heard the news it was being thrown. she had never had the chance to attend something like this and doubted she would ever be graced with the opportunity to do so again. so why not make the best of this? she was literally glowing as she made her way through the room in her illuminated dress that she had designed on her own, a proud smile affixed to her face. she might not have a date, but she didn’t necessarily need one to enjoy herself. her plan was simple: find someone who looked lonely and try to make their night better. that’s when her gaze fell upon someone who was sitting by their lonesome at one of the tables that lined the side of the room. she swiftly closed the distance between them as she leaned against the table, “hey there starshine, what are you doing sitting here by yourself? you should be out there enjoying the night. do you need a dance partner or is there something wrong?”

#gvlesofsong #replying; elyna

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audrey let out a snort as she tilted her head to the side slightly in response to harper’s comments on the blacksmith, “have you ever spoken to him personally to test that theory?” she questioned, a brow arched slightly. she surely would’ve been impressed if that were the case considering the man’s overall intimidating aura. “wouldn’t it be rather amusing if there’s not some cool battle story behind how he lost his eye? maybe he was merely playing around with those swords of his and…” her words trailed off, not exactly one for gory details as her companion was. she was quick to switch subjects for that very reason, not wanting to dwell on the thought. “only you would be demented enough to equate blood to blush.” a soft chuckle fell from her lips as she grabbed the eyeliner pen, beginning to work on the winged look that she promised the other. she lifted her shoulders slightly, trying to keep her hand steady as she worked. “i think it has something to do with the fact that i’m not very interesting. i never felt like the coolest toy at sunnyside and i was fine with that… but the people here, they’re far more interesting than i could ever wish to be. why would they want to be my friend for that very reason?” she let out a gentle sigh. “as much i could deliver karma personally to every unkind soul in this town, i’m not looking forward to adding accomplice to murder to my resume anytime soon.”

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“well, no. but, i don’t really think i have to since men are pretty easy to read. it’s women you have to worry about. and nonbinary people,” harper said with a nod of her head. she couldn’t help her little giggle as audrey called her demented. “i take that as a compliment, thank you,” she teased with a wink. but, she was quick to still herself as the other got to work on the eyeliner. she scoffed. “excuse me, being a toy is pretty cool. first, you don’t age. so, you’re essentially immortal and that’s something everyone wishes they had. second, you’re beautiful. and, nice. you’ve probably seen so much drama play out between kids that you could make your own soap opera. and, since you like trying new things, you’re fun for that, too. stop selling yourself short,” she said, carefully hitting audrey on her thigh. she wasn’t typically a hype woman, but she could be for the right people. she sighed dramatically. “okay, fine. i’ll just do it all on my own. you would spill the beans anyway.”

#gvlesofsong #replying; harper