#True Brightening facial

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A/N: Looking forward to your feedback

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Pairing: Loki x reader

Summary: Your first trip to Asgard

Warnings: Vomiting, fluff, angst

You land on Asgard, clutching Loki's arm in a death grip. Your nails dig into the black leather of his jacket, knuckles white as you fight to keep down your breakfast.

At Loki's other side, Steve Rogers grasps Thor's shoulder to steady himself. Beside you, Director Fury stands almost entirely still, the only sign of movement a slight flapping of his coat.

"Welcome to..."

"I'm going to be sick," you cut off the gatekeeper, releasing Loki and running to spill the churning contents of your stomach off the bridge.

You look up and see a grand procession approaching from further down, their guilded armor bright in the morning sun. Leading the group are four warriors: a stunning dark-haired woman, a blonde with a charming grin, a stout soldier sporting wild facial hair, and an overly serious crusader.

You wipe your mouth, feeling better but still unsteady on your feet as you return to the circular chamber. "Sorry," you mutter.

"Don't worry about it," Steve says. "I was a mess on my first visit."

"Um, thanks." You don't really believe him.

"I am Heimdall," the golden god continues, unfazed by your interlude. "Gatekeeper of Asgard, protector of the Bifrost, and seer of all things."

At this point, the entourage arrives. "May I present Lady Sif, the Warriors Three and the Einherjar," Thor makes your introductions, noting that Rogers and Fury are already acquainted with the leaders.

Three horses are presented for your journey to the palace. You perch nervously at the front of your saddle, grasping the horn for dear life. Loki swings up gracefully behind you and reaches around to control the reigns.

"It's alright, darling," he coos, wrapping an arm snuggly about your middle. "Nótt is steady and true. He will deliver us safely, I guarantee it."

You take a breath, trying not to shudder or look beyond the bridge. "It's my first time."

"And you're doing splendidly," he hugs you closer and you begin to relax as you watch Steve cling to Thor's waist.

Fury kicks his steed to a trot, joining Hogun at the head of the group.

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The five of you gather in an antechamber, preened and swathed in Asgardian finery. Rogers and Fury are called first, leaving to greet the court. After some time, you and Loki are announced.

He takes your hand, placing it around his arm before entering the grand golden hall. You walk side by side down the long aisle to the throne. Loki's steps are assured, his pace steady, honed jaw set in determination. The crowd claps respectfully, their observance subdued, even hesitant.

You reach the stairs below the throne and bend in a nervous curtsy. The prince gives his father a minimal bow; enough to show the necessary respect, but not a hair more.

"My son," Odin addresses Loki. You watch as his lip gives a slight twitch of irritation. "Welcome home."

"Father," comes the strained reply.

He then turns to the stately woman on your left. "Mother," he greets with a warm smile.

The queen comes to bestow a kiss on each of her son's cheeks. "It's so good to have your home." She turns to beam at you. "And you must be the gracious lady my sons speak so highly of!"

Loki provides your name and you exchange pleasantries with his parents before standing beside the queen, opposite Steve and Fury.

"Thor Odinson!" the herald bellows, followed by a roar of cheers and clapping from the crowd. The crown prince swings his hammer around, eliciting further excitement. You give Loki's hand a reassuring squeeze.

"Father! Mother," Thor greets as he approaches, kneeling before the throne. "It has been too long."

"Too long indeed," Odin beams with pride for his first born. "I fear that if it were not for these mandatory check-ins, I we would never see you."

"I was here only a month ago," Thor's brows draw together in confusion before he brightens like a lightbulb. "Loki and I will make a point to visit more often." The dark-haired bother exhales a measured breath beside you. You doubt he plans to follow though with that promise.

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While the king reviews his youngest's contributions to Earth's safety, Queen Frigga invites you to tea.

Guiding you along a winding garden path, the matriarch asks how you and Loki are settling into your new space. She listens with interest to the explanation of your minimalist design preferences and methods taken to assimilate his more extravagant leanings.

Eventually you reach a grand birch tree. Beneath it sits a table set for two. A tiered tray boasts bite size sandwiches, petits fours, fruit, and madeleines. Small jars of curd, cream, jam, and honey surrounded it, with a heaping plate of scones and large pot of tea to complete the spread.

"I'm impressed to hear how well you collaborate with my youngest," Frigga comments as she pours your tea. "He's not always the most amiable, but he's unfeigned when it comes to you."

You smile, adding cream to cool your steaming china cup. "I think people rely too much on first impressions. Though impulsively acting superior when he feels insecure doesn't exactly help matters."

The queen nearly spills her tea, covering a smile. "That's quite an astute observation."

As your meal comes to a close, Loki appears. "I take it you're becoming better aquainted?"

"We are indeed," Frigga confirms. "I'm so glad you've finally introduced us."

"Mother," Loki smiles, "you know you're always welcome to visit Midgard."

"Maybe we should make a formal invitation?" you suggest.

Your trio walks slowly back to the palace, discussing potential opportunities for the king and queen to visit New York. A pattern forms with Loki suggesting inconsequential dates, and Frigga being forced to "remind" him they're during occasions that require the Alfather's presence onworld.

Tags in comments because I got trigger-happy posting this one 😆

Before you part ways, Loki stops a passing servant and requests they show you to his chambers, noting he requires a moment alone with his mother. You say your goodbyes to the queen until supper and her son assures he'll join you imminently.

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Baldur's Gate 3 Companion!Tav Ask List by @paarthursass 

Please check their List here, it's literally a top tier list

(contains major spoilers for the game, and for some dark urge runs as well)

Had to redo this, but finally I'm satisfied with the result. Here's my drow Soulknife Rogue (please oh please adapt this subclass for the game) Arnafein Rilynghym.

General

1.Where can your Tav be recruited?  Are they first encountered on the Nautiloid, or in the Nautiloid crash region?  Or are they not recruitable until a later act?

He can be recruited not too far away from the Blighted Village area, in the forest outcropping.

He’ll be there with a pair of poorly equipped young tieflings and a group of goblins, trying to cool things down between the two and convince the goblins to leave the tieflings only to him. The player/party members might catch on some details in his facial expression that would be giving away a lie, as well as his attempts to place himself between tieflings and goblins.

As the player’s group comes closer, the player (and other companions, which is important) and Arno are connected through their tadpoles, though much more painfully than in other cases (the narrator might even comment on that). Arno would recognize in you another survivor that escaped the nautiloid and through pain would telepathically ask you to play along. After that with more demand addressing the goblins as “another True Soul came to look for them, so would they finally let them do their fucking job?” The player might choose the Deception/Persuasion route to play along with Arno, to simply attack the goblins (in which case both tieflings and Arno would help out) or attack Arno and tieflings under the guise of him “being the survivor, that Absolute cultists are looking for” (in this case tieflings would die and Arno will be captured and interrogated by Minthara).

2.Do the other companions have special comments or reactions upon recruiting your Tav?

Gale – A friendly drow! That’s a rarity in this place, as far as I can tell. Let’s hope this won’t be a double-crossing situation though.

Shadowheart – Arno seems well versed in dealing of these cultists. I just hope he won’t stick his nose in other’s thoughts – we have more than enough mind-probing as it is.

Astarion – Well that was a spectacle. I hope our newest addition won’t stop to help any stray or poor thing in need.

Wyll – It takes a lot of inner strength to stand by those in need, especially under the weight of your own troubles. Arno would be a good addition to our group.

Karlach – Well Arno seems to know some shit around here. Now we don’t need to blindly walk around in search of the bad guys place.

Lae’zel – The elf’s knowledge of this place seems useful. Can’t say the same of his handling of tadpole’s effects. We ought to be careful.

3.Does your Tav have any comments or advice when you recruit other companions?

Gale – Having a wizard around should improve our chances of survival. Though I’m sure as hell won’t be asking him about any teleportation.

Shadowheart – It’s good to have a helping cleric’s hand with us. However, the choice of name does bring a bit of ominous feel to this acquaintance.

Astarion – The whole knife play was a bit too on the nose for be, but I can understand his reaction. Let’s hope his bloody tendencies will be the problem of our enemies, and not ours.

Wyll – The Blade of Frontiers… Well, the name does sound grand, though cannot say I heard of it before.

Karlach – Karlach’s spirit sure will brighten up our company. I just hope we won’t wake up to the actual hellfire.

Lae’zel – The gith looks like a tough fighter. But don’t expect me to go on errands for her.

4. What sort of general actions raise or lower their approval?

Raise:

Empathy and Compassion towards weaker or struggling.

Supporting freedom, autonomy and choices that align with his desire to break free from societal expectations.

Sharing a sarcastic sense of humor can lead to a bond with him, as he appreciates this attitude. Engaging in witty banter and humor is a plus.

Illegal activities aimed at helping others.

Lower:

Disregarding or belittling others' struggles or doubts, particularly in moments of their vulnerability, resonating with his own past of self-doubt and anxiety.

Yielding to controlling individuals or behaving subserviently in the face of authority.

Aggression towards the weak.

5. Are there any instances where your Tav can permanently leave the party, depending on player character actions?

The first instance is tied to letting Minthara join a party (murdering of tieflings would significantly lower Arno’s approval, but letting Minthara join the party would be the point of conflict, in which Arno will go a separate path).

The second instance would be tied to possible betrayal, around end of Act 2 – a group of drow agents, which would represent the house Rilynghym (Arno’s family), will ambush the party. They are tasked with bringing Arno back home, as well as extracting Githyanki prism.

Depending on the level of approval, the player can persuade Arno to go about this peacefully (understand that there was more at stake and they needed the Gith’s prism), persuade Arno to attack the spies or Arno will turn his back on the group altogether.

6. Do they have any secrets that can be revealed?  What are the prerequisites for this secret coming to light?

The Player would find out in Camp that Arno has partial amnesia, and remembers some parts of his childhood and his family, but not the last 3 months since he left home. As the adventure progresses, he’ll start to remember more and more, as well as start having a repeating blurry dream of his mother calling out to him, but he would understand any of her words. 

As the game progresses, he would remember that his house (a drow house Rilynghym, that settled on the surface, in Neverwinter), that specializes in espionage and infiltration, sent their agents to infiltrate the cult of the Absolut and acquired information about some sort of artefact.  The spies disappeared in Baldur's Gate, and as Nathiira received the news, Arno (who wanted to finally prove to his mother that he is worthy of her trust and can help the house on an equal footing with everyone else) suggested that he could investigate the matter. This provoked the conflict between mother and son, which ended in Arno being put in a cell. He escaped the imprisonment and ventured to Baldur’s Gate on his own.

In Baldur's Gate, Arno found out that the spies were supposed to steal a specific artefact for their house, but they were discovered by the cultists and taken as prisoners. All but one.

The spy, named Tsabran, a loyal servant of Matron Nathiira, managed to avoid the cultists and got in touch with Arno, telling him everything that happened. He explained that the spies, were trying to steal an artefact of incredible power created by the cultists. However, their hideout was discovered, and the cultists caught all the spies except Tsabran.

The artefact was supposed to have a power of a mini-version Elderbrain, allowing its wielder to enhance telepathic influence on intelligent creatures, and even subdue large groups of creatures to their will. It had to work in the hands of those who have psionic abilities, enhancing them tenfold. (Note: the artefact can unlock the ending, where instead of someone becoming an illithid, Arno will use the artefact and his own psychic skills to suppress Elderbrain) Together, Tsabran and Arno devised a plan to steal the artefact and bring it back to Matron Nathiira. They managed to get to the room with the artefact through secret tunnels. However, before Arno could check the artefact for traps, Tsabran lifted it off the pedestal and thus activated the alarm. The two had to flee, but Arno was wounded during the escape. He hoped for help from Tsabran, but the latter left him behind, running away with the artefact. That's how the cultists captured Arno.

7. Do they have their own personal quest that spans the course of the game?  Can it take different branching paths depending on the choices the Player Character makes?

Arno’s personal quest would be focused on him slowly regaining his memories of past months, and in the process fighting the memories of emotional abuse and neglect from his mother, that led to his anxiety and feeling of never being enough. As he would regain memories he would have more and more doubts, if chasing after mother’s approval is really what he wants from life, especially if it goes against his moral code.

Player can help him find confidence in himself, support his attempts to make his own decisions in spite of what was drilled into his head for decades (and became part of his sub-conscious behavior; for example him having a sweet tooth but denying himself any sweet food due to previous prohibitions from his mother)

Alternatively, Player can insist on the notion, that Arno’s mother was right, that he wasn’t ready for any sort of adventure like this, and specifically his lack of skills, patience and knowledge were the reason of his troubles. That Arno’s mother only tried to protect him and their house, to give them a better life.

Toward the end of Act 2, MC with Arno is ambushed by members of House Rilynghym, who were sent by Nathiira to bring Arno home, as well as retrieve Gith's prism with him (when asked, the spies would answer that Nathiira found out about the prism and its influence through telepathic connection with Arno).

At that moment, Arno will remember the captured spies in Baldur's Gate and tell the newcomers that the situation has become much more important and dangerous than possessing some artefacts and gaining more power for their house.

Depending on the Player's actions and the level of approval with Arno, the situation will go in different directions:

Arno confidently tells the spies to go back home, because the existence of the cult threatens their house as well.

Arno and the Player fight the spies to keep the prism. Arno does not approve of this, but is persuaded by the Player to fight on their side.

Arno joins the spies, having more faith in his mother's judgment. He and the spies will die in the battle.

In 3rd act, as the group reaches the Baldur's Gate, during one of the nights, Arno’s mother will get in touch with him via telepathic projection – all of the companions infected with the tadpole will see and hear her as well, as part of their shared connection. She will say that she is very disappointed that he did not return with the spies when he had the opportunity.

Nathiira says “I've been very patient, considering your completely stupid and irresponsible behavior. Go back home, now.” Аrno exhaled, nervously gesturing towards his mother “Can't you listen to me for once? I'm trying to explain, that what's happening in Baldur's Gate is a threat to the entire region. And our family, too.” There is a tense pause. As Nathiira looks at him with her familiar calculating look, Arno looks down, slightly lowering his head as well “Just, listen. I can't just leave, not with this... thing in my head. So I can look for Tsabran and the artifact. Show you that I can do this.” Nathiira is silent for a few moments, closely looking at her son before finally exhaling: “You won't just drop this, would you? Fine. This is your task now. The last time Tsabran sent us a message, he mentioned that he was hiding somewhere deep and wet.” Arno breathes a sigh of relief and Nathiira speaks again: “Arnafein” there is a long pause, where she considers what to say before finally settling on her choice “Don't let me down.”

The group will go in search of Tsabran in the underground part of the city.

When the group finds Tsabran, it turns out that the artifact has begun to negatively affect his mind, making him more neurotic, full of paranoia and hallucinations. Because he was not a psionist himself, the artifact could not find enough power in his mind and his brain literally began to melt from it.

At that moment, Tsabran was obsessed only with the idea that he was the one who had to deliver the artifact to Matrona and receive her recognition and gratitude. The group had fight to get the artifact. In battle with Tsabran, he’ll have control over some civilians and creatures from sewers, all while screaming about how he will prove the Matron his loyalty and usefulness. Arno will recognize some of the civilians from the 1st day they entered Baldur’s Gate.

As Arno defeats Tsabran and takes the artifact, the telepathic projection of Nathiira appears, noting that she felt the artifact’s power through their connection.

The projection of Nathiira comes closer, with fascination looking at the artifact “Incredible isn’t it? Imagine how much influence we might gain with this in our hands. No-one will ever dare to even think of harming our house ever again.” Arno shakes his head “Mother this artifact won’t bring us any good. It breaks people, strips them of their will, it’s not-” Nathiira interrupts him “It’s exactly what we need to survive, Arnafein. This will finally give us the protection we needed. Any politician, any noble, any rival of ours now can be brought under our control. They won’t be harmed, they just won’t think about harming us” Arno exclaims “It will harm them, mother, this is exactly what taking away freedom of their mind is!” Nathiira huffs and waving him away with a hand “Oh, don’t be such a child, they will be fine! It’s better than getting rid of them all-together.” After a moment, she adds, more steel in her voice “You wanted to prove yourself to me. This is your chance. Do as I say - bring us the artifact.”

Depending on Players choice, Arnafein either will agree to bring the artefact home or will say that he’ll give the artifact to the Harpers for protection.

Choice “Arnafein agreed to bring the artefact home”

Arno closed his eyes, battling with his own doubts in his head. But moments later his shoulder sagged down, and he bows his head and finally said “As you say, Matron.” Nathiira looks pleased, relaxed. “Good. I’m glad you saw reason. Now, our agents should be nearby...” Arnafein raises his head slightly, looking at his mother with confusion “What? I... I thought you sent only me.” Nathiira patiently sighs “They were here just in case, to assure that the mission was successful. Don’t think too much about it - it was still all you. And our people will know it as such.” After a pause she continues “Now, I won’t take anymore of your time, the faster the artifact will be brought here, the better. Go.” With a slight pause, Arnafein bows, and Nathiira calls for him one last time. “And Arnafein. I’m proud of you, son.” As the group exits the chamber where they battled Tsabran, the spies meet them right at the exit. One of the agents steps forward “Sir, we’ve just received the message from Matron - we’re at your service. If you’ll need our assistance in upcoming battle, you can count on us ” Arno absentmindedly nods “Good. Make sure that the artifact is delivered as fast as possible to Neverwinter” and he gives the artifact to the agents before adding with more presence “As for everything else - I will call if you are needed.”

Choice “Arnafein refused to bring the artefact back home”

Arno closed his eyes, frowning, battling with his own doubts in his head. But moments later he takes a deep breath and looks up at his mother. “I’m sorry, I won’t do this. This is not our way. I will give the artifact to Harpers and they’ll make sure no-one gets harmed anymore because of it” Nathiira looks at him for a long moment, her jaws clenched, her eyes hard and cold. “Just as I thought. You would pass on a golden opportunity to put our house out danger forever, just so you can play a hero.” She steps forward, her telepathic projection getting right in the face of Arno, before she sneers. “You are not a hero. You’re just an arrogant, naive child, who thinks he knows better than everyone else.” She continues looking at him, as Arno meets her stare with his own sudden resolution. Nathiira spits out “Well you don’t.” She takes a step back, turning away from Arnafein and adding, “We'll have a long talk about it when you get home” Arnafein let’s a moment pass, before, with deep sadness saying “No. I don’t think we will” As Nathiira stops and turns back to him, Arno raises his hand and her eyes widen in understanding and shock. Arno sliced the air with his hand and permanently severed their family telepathic connection. As the group exits the chamber where they battled Tsabran, the spies meet them right at the exit. Arno, not expecting to see them, will take a step back before asking “What- What are you doing here?” One of the agents steps forward, slightly bowing his head. “Sir. The Matron ordered us to keep an eye on you and intervene in case of imminent danger to your life” Arno dumbly looks at him, repeating his words “Keep an eye? Aha. Hahaha” He bitterly laughs, rubbing his hand over his face “she didn’t even... Of course she didn’t.” As Arno says with utter betrayal and disappointment he once again turns to bewildered agent, and says “Well, as you see I’m fine and dandy, so you can return home and report as such” The agents exchange glances, before with a doubt in a voice one of them says “Sir, we were also told to retrieve the artifact” Player can choose what to do - “Let Arno handle this” - (Deception) The artifact was destroyed by Tsabran in the battle. - (Intimidation) The artifact stays with us, want it or not. In case of failure or letting Arno handle this, Arno will say: “There was... a change of plans. Matron knows of this, so you’re in the clear. Return home, agents”

8. What do they say when the Player Character asks them to stay in camp?  How about when the Player Character asks them to come adventuring again?

Stay in camp – “You sure? I might hear the danger coming from miles away. Well, the thoughts of danger, more precise.” And after confirmation “Well, suit yourself.”

Come adventuring again – “Knew you’d come around”

9. Does your Tav have any escalating conflicts with one of the other companions, like Lae’zel and Shadowheart’s knife-fight?

No.

10. Are there any unique NPCs associated with your Tav that can show up during the course of the game?

In act 3 in Elfsong Tavern the group can meet Arno’s older sister Maliara, which would be trying to draw as little attention as possible. She’ll tell Arno that she and their uncle went behind mothers back and their uncle made a deal with Lorroakan to open a portal from Neverwinter to Baldur’s Gate and allow Maliara passage to the city. Maliara will try to persuade Arno to return home with her (depending on the previous encounter with the spies Arno’s reaction to this would differ, but he will say that he can’t return yet – not with the danger of Absolute cult behind their backs). Maliara would be gentle with her words, but also vocal about her worries for her brother, even going as far as offering her help in this whole quest, despite Arno’s own worry for her. If the Player invites her to join Camp, she’ll become a permanent addition to it, as an Artificer (trading different alchemical supplies). 

11. Are there any moments in the game that trigger unique dialogue for your character? (Like Gale’s anecdote about the barfight after you save the goblin prisoner)

In Moonrise Towers, while looking at some of the battle and floor plans of Shadowcursed lands, Arno will recognize them. “We’ve had this floor plans for months before the spies went missing...” “My house knew about the inner dealing of the cult. And told no-one. How many people we could have saved if we just warned, I don’t know, the Harpers or the city governments. Instead we were chasing after some stupid artifacts.”

In act 2, when meeting gnolls and other creatures mind-controlled by the other cultists, Arno will express his genuine disgust for this, saying that no-one should go through such violation of autonomy. He might recall going through the same thing, when he was still little and some slavers tried to abduct him and his sister, and how terrified he was over losing control of his body.

Story Specific

1.How does your Tav advise the player character when it comes to the Dream Visitor?

“I can see the advantage we’ll have with these powers, but you always have to pay the piper. And our friend does sound like a skilled musician. Let’s just be careful with the help they are providing.”

2. How do they advise the player character on Raphael?

“One blink – and there goes your freedom in those clawed hands. Not even one story has a happy-ending when it comes to deals with the devil. I don’t think we’ll be the exception to the rule, so let’s not gamble with our lives more than we already do.”

3. How do they react to Astarion biting the Player Character?

“Huh, well that explains all those thought-wishing about having a taste…” “I have no problem with him staying, as long as he remembers his manners”

4. How do they react to the Player Character letting Abdirak whip them?

“That’s um… An interesting… View. Right”

5. How do they react to the Player Character taking their first tadpole power?

“You know, when I said “be careful but curious” I really had more emphasis on the careful part. Although, you seem alright… at least for now. Just give me some heads up next time, I might prepare the knife just in case.”

6. Will they stay with the Player Character regardless of siding with the goblins or the tieflings, or is it possible for them to leave the party permanently?

Arno will stay with Player if they side with Goblins, but he’ll strongly disapprove of this.

7. What can they be found doing at the tiefling/goblin party?

On tiefling’s party: He’ll be staying near Mol, bouncing back and forth with her ideas regarding how to get the most profit from drunk adults (“They leave a lot of their belongings unattended, who’s to say you won’t be the one to find them and be oh-so-kind to return them for a small price for such lost-and-found services.”). The reason for that is partially due Arno wanting to be a bit far away from so many drunk people, as his head starts to be in huge pain from all of their thoughts.

On goblin’s party: He’ll be staying very far away from any possible party participants, possibly in the shade of the trees, closed off and gloomy. When approached, he’ll say that he hopes the lives of all those innocents were worth this “blast of a party” and that this arrangement better pay off with finding the cure. If questioned by the Player further, Arno would admit that there is someone back home who came up in his memories – two small tiefling kids with dark skin, his sister’s kids. He’ll lament that he can’t stop imagining all those slayed kids in the grove as his nephews.

8. Do they have comments on who the Player Character chooses to spend the night with? 

Gale – I see you have your hands full of our local wizard. I’m sure you’ll sleep soundly after his lectures.

Shadowheart – Hopefully we won’t find your cold and lifeless body somewhere in the ditch tomorrow. Jokes aside – do have a wonderful night, I’m sure Shadowheart will leave her poisons for more desirable targets.

Astarion – Astarion is… A spicy choice. I honestly hope I will be far enough to enjoy a quiet night without playing a witness to any… lewd thoughts. Or bloody ones, pick your poison.

Wyll – Seems like our local monster hunter already took your attention.

Karlach – Well someone’s in for a warm night. I just hope you’ll be responsible and all of that stuff and won’t burn our camp in flames of accidental passion.

Lae’zel – You sure do have interesting taste in company. Hopefully, we’ll see you in one piece tomorrow – otherwise, don’t expect me trying to avenge you.

9. Do they have unique dialogue if the Player Character lets them die when they steal the Blood of Lathander?

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10. How do they react if the PC licks the dead spider in the Gauntlet of Shar?

1st time. No. No-no-no, stop thinking that, stop.

2nd time. Oh for gods sake… Is it only the “Underdark knowledge” to not lick the damn spiders?

11. What do they say if the PC tries to force them to go up on stage with Dribbles the Clown?

1st time “Ha-ha, what a wonderful idea (telepathically “don’t you fucking dare”)”

2nd time “Right, on stage. Dreamed of this all my life (telepathically “you better sleep with your eyes open from now on”)”

12. Is it possible for your Tav to be kidnapped and replaced by Orin?  How is Orin's deception revealed?

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13. How do they react to the PC either allowing Astarion to ascend or convincing him to spare the 7000 spawn?

Astarion ascends – “So… He did it. Looks quite pleased too. I don’t know why, but it makes so … angry. He did break from his Masters control, found his ultimate freedom but it all feels so wrong… I just hope this finally brought him the life he desired”

Astarion remains a spawn and spares the 7000 spawn – “I don’t think I saw Astarion that sincerely happy and relaxed, like, ever. It suits him. Do you think he would appreciate congratulations? Or am I “biting off” too much with it? Oh yes, that one is perfect for teasing.”

14. How does Tav react to the PC becoming a mind flayer?  Can they offer to become one themselves?  Does their reaction change if they’re romanced?

If not romanced – Arno would be saddened, but thankful towards the Player, accepting this as a necessary sacrifice.

If romanced – still saddened, but determined that he’ll stay by your side no matter what, as you were there for him, and he’ll do the same for you.

He will not offer to become a mindflayer.

15. How do they react when the Dark Urge first reveals their amnesia and murderous thoughts to them?

“Huh. Well I can calm you down a bit, as amnesia seems to be something the two of us share. Can’t say the same about a bit of… murder? Anyway, I’m sure there will be plenty of enemies to release your murderous tendencies on.”

16. How do they react to the Dark Urge killing Alfira?

“Now. I don’t even need to be a mind reader to figure out what happened. Another question is why? And you better start explaining now.”

After explanation.

“Well. Let’s pretend we’re friends again – but from further distance.”

17. If romanced, how do they react to the Dark Urge trying to kill them in Act 2?

When woken up – “Hm? Someone’s in mood for a cuddle?” “Although I do sense a bit more tension in you, than usual, love. Are you alright?”

After confessing to what’s happening – “Oh dear, I knew we should have tried reading your memories… Hey, look at me, it will be alright. Whatever it is, you’re so much stronger”

Trying to help the bounded Player “Focus, dear, listen to my voice – (telepathically) “you can overcome this. I won’t let you fall””

“Save the gratitude and focus. I’ll have your back no matter what.”

Romance

1.Is your Tav a romanceable character?  Are there any specific requirements to romancing them?

Yes.

2. Does your Tav need to be flirted with to start the romance, or will they approach the PC themselves if approval is high enough?

Arno needs to be flirted with to start a romance.

3. Are they a polyamorous or a monogamous option?

Can go Poly

4. Do they have a special romance scene at the tiefling/goblin party?

Yes (note: romance scene would be only on tiefling party). Arno would ask the Player to join him after party for “little rendezvous”. After everyone goes to sleep, they’ll meet on deserted part of the river shore, where Arno prepared a small place for them with blanket, wine remains and some light food. As Player comes closer to Arno, who is using his much more controlled than before telekinesis to skipping stones across the water, Arno would turn to them:

“Much quieter here, isn’t it?”. He’ll throw another stone without his telekinesis.

Player either can

Try throwing a stone themselves (success / fail) – “You’re full of hidden talents / Not as easy as fighting, yeah?”

Comment that they preferred the lively atmosphere of the party – “Oh nooo, we have a party-goer among us. Horrific.”

Simply agree with Arno. – “A kindred spirit”

Afterwards Arno invites them to sit. As they sit, Arno starts talking:

“I “borrowed” some wine from Mol – thought I’d indulge myself, but then thought better of it. Don’t want to create another telepathic mess with so many drunk bodies around.”

Player could try to persuade Arno to share a drink with them, drink themselves or ask about him if that was his reason to stay away from the party (“Well yes and no. It’s good to be part of celebration, but I generally enjoy not being in the spotlight”)

Arno’ll continue:

“When I found this place, I remembered how when I would be overwhelmed I would leave our family house and spend some time near water, just skipping stones. Helped me focus quite a bit. Silly, but I thought I’d help me remember something from past months. Some name, or a place or… something. But there is nothing”

Player can

Ask them about what they actually remember - (and Arno will suggest to share images from his past, where he stays in large room, near a table covered in maps and plans, listening to some women (his mother) giving orders regarding something), and afterwards comment - “Huh. Not as painful this time”

Reassure them it will come back with time - “Perhaps. Never been good with waiting, but I suppose I don’t have a choice”

Say they might never come back. - “True. Can’t say it brings me any comfort”  

“I don’t know what will awaits us in the future. But right now, I’m glad to have “this” in my memories.” And then he would hastily add “I mean, this, your general company. And others of course”

Player say to shut up and enjoy the moment, or that the sentiment is mutual, in which case Arno will nervously laugh, saying “Yup, ok, good, I’m shutting up”

After which they’ll spent the quiet night observing the river water. 

5. Does the romance have different branching paths, or just one route to take?

There are a few different paths, depending on how his personal quest will progress.

6. How do they react to the player character breaking up with them, or choosing another character over them?

He’ll let a small “Oh” and take a step back, as if slapped, lost for words for a couple of seconds. After which, he’ll try to start talking, with a bit of cheer to his tone at the beginning “Well that was…expected. Though I thought we had more time.” After a pause “Can I ask if there was any specific reason?”

As Player confirms, Arno will say “Well. I will cherish our memories together all the same. Thank you, for giving it to me”.

7. What questions can Zethino ask the PC about Tav in the Love Test? 

What brings Arno the most comfort?

What future does he see for himself?

What brings his heart the most pain?

8. If they’re poly, do they have a reaction to the PC engaging in a relationship with Halsin?

“Well that’s definitely one of the times when I’m glad I wasn’t snooping around in someone’s thoughts.” He’ll laugh, but with some discomfort and turn his sight downwards. “I mean, if this is really something you’re interested in…  Halsin is definitely a catch, with all that gigantic wall of muscle and natures passion. Can’t judge you for desiring that.” And after a pause. “Although I must ask – does it have anything to do with us?... with me, more specifically? Did I do… or didn’t do something?” After assurance from Player that everything was alright. “Ok, ok, good to hear” “Well, in that case go right ahead. Just please return to me in one piece after all that throwing around and riding and … Ok I’m shutting up.”

9. How do they react if the PC has sex with Mizora? The Emperor?  Haarlep?

Mizora – carefully curious, might ask to share the memories with him via link.

The Emperor – disgusted, when he tries to connect with you telepathically he winces and says “let’s just never speak of it. Never”

Haarlep – Arno would check up on Player, ask is they are alright and if they just need silent company and support – he’ll be there for them.

10. Will they join in with the PC and the Drow Twins, or no?

No. Arno will be feeling very uncomfortable in the brothel, due to remembering that his mother had to work in a brothel in Amn in the past just to provide him and his sister with some roof over their heads, and was treated poorly by the customers.

11. What are Tav’s plans for the future?  Do they propose to the PC, or is marriage not something they’re interested in?

Depending on how his personal quest developed, Arno would:

Travel back to Neverwinter to become a spy on a permanent basis, always under his mother's control (no matter how many unacceptable things he had to do), helping her take direct control of minds of the nobility and small gangs of the Neverwinter region.

Travel back to Neverwinter and agree with his mother’s plan for him to settle down for a quiet, though unhappy, aristocratic life. He’ll become the public face of the house Rilynghym, but will always feel out of place.

Travel the world and build his own name by helping those in need and captivity.

Stay in Baldur's Gate, help rebuild the city and become the city's protector.

Organize his own web of spies that investigated and sabotaged authoritarian regimes and tyrants.

12. Free space! Share anything from your companion!Tav au!

Arno has nearly perfect visual memory, that helped him memories many maps and images (such as his family tattoos, that he tattooed his skin with after leaving home)

He’ll occasionally would lose control of his psychic powers (that are going sideways due to tadpoles influence) when heavily focusing on something which would lead to him extending his telepathy on others and accidentally sharing his thought with them, or start telekinetically levitate things or even small/medium creatures around him.

In 2nd scene of the romance he’ll suggest to the Player to use their psychic connection and would strengthen it to the point, where they both would clearly feel each other’s emotions and touches as if they were their own.

He would joke to hide his nervousness or uncertainty. 

During conversation with MC, Arno will recall good moments from his childhood. How he was raised most of the time by his older sister Maliara and sometimes by his uncle (a psychic wizard). He will recall how, as a child, when all the adults would leave them and go out to find them food/any money, Arno and Malia would sit on the roofs of houses together, watching the sunrise or sunset and getting used to the burning sensation it left on their eyes.

If questioned, Arno will tell about his family, how all of them are psionists, with special gifts in telepathy and telekinesis.  He’ll tell about his uncle, a Neverwinter wizard who could raise a whole house with only his thought. His sister, who is a talented artificer, working on different kinds of living blobs and explosive concoctions. And about his mother, who learned how to influence others and even bend them to her will, though temporarily.

Arno tells there were very little privacy in their house, as their mother wanted to know everything that was going on. If the MC says that’s messed up, he’ll say “Yeah? I never really thought about it that way, I mean - it was typical for us. We kinda were used to it.” He’ll apologize for snooping in others thoughts, as it comes easier to him than to others. Growing up in a household where your every thought was scrutinized and corrected by his mother did give him an impression, that it was alright with everyone else.

If questioned, Arno will tell that he actually has a sweet tooth, but he was forbidden to eat any sweets or sweet fruits at home. He’ll jokingly recall one scene from his childhood:

"I was really upset over some argument with my mom and as always, when I was like this, my sister Malia, came around and brought a whole basket of peaches. I have no idea where she found them, but we spent the whole evening munching on them until we were sick. Then mom returned home, and we kinda missed that. So when we heard her going upstairs to our room, we panicked and hid al peach pits in the plant pot we had in the room.” He laughs. “It took my mom years, before she noticed a peach tree in the room. She was really pissed.”

Despite his difficult and emotionally charged relationships with mother, he really cares for her and genuinely loves her, his older sister and uncle, feeling deep connection to them, that extends even over their telepathic abilities. Arno often finds it difficult to go directly against someone's opinion and generally tries to please others (unless it is in strong conflict with his moral principles of freedom and helping others). He often doubts if his own decisions, but is sincerely grateful when asked about his opinion or help.

The final scene for their personal quest, depending on the outcomes:

If Arno declined to bring artefact home:

Arnafein is sitting on the roof of the inn. The sky is slowly brightening, preparing for the dawn. MC comes closer behind him, and Arno slightly turns his head to their side, nodding his head towards free space near him with a small smile. MC sits; there is a moment of silence.

Player:

*Stay silent.* - Arno sighs "I thought this would be easier..."

"Are you alright?" - Arno "Yes. Just been thinking."

"Cozy place" - Arno smiles "Good for clearing head after messy day"

Arno continues "I breathe more freely than I did in decades. Actually feel like I can go anywhere and there won't be even a fleeting feeling of a leash around my throat. I'm happy." He pauses, his smile turning sour. "I just hoped mom would be happy for me too."

Player:

"Maybe she'll come around" - Arno "You sound like Malia. Maybe you both are right."

"She made her choice, you made yours" - Arno "True. I suppose I wasn't expecting the consequences of my choice to sting so much."

"Seems like she only wanted to control you" - Arno "I think there was love too. Just, her own version of it."

"It's just. We had bad days. But we had good too. I hoped... that good ones mattered more. That deep down she trusted me and was happy for me to find my own path. But she never planned to, has she?"

Player:

"I'm sorry" - Arno "Don't be. You showed me there is more to life than chasing after someone's approval."

*Hug him* - Arno let’s himself be embraces "Thank you. For everything."

"She might have want to, but was too afraid to lose you" - Arno "Perhaps. But I can't sit and wait for her understanding anymore"

"I found my path. With my choices. And my damned consequences."

(If romanced)

He turns to MC, laying hand on their hand.

"There will be bad days. But there will be good days too. And I hope I'll meet them with you - with all of the terrible choices and consequences that entails."

Player:

"Terrible choices, huh?" - Arno smiles "Absolutely wicked"

"Likewise" - Arno smiles "Good to hear we're on the same page"

He kisses the MC, laying hand on their cheek. Kiss will be meek at first, turning more passionate by the second, before they break from each other, grasping for air. Both brightly smiling, and gently grasping each others hand.

"Maybe that's a bit too early to say" - Arno "Well, we have all the time in the world to think on it. And make our own, considered choices."

And as so, the sun starts to rise, basking them in the dawn light.

If Arno agreed to give artefact to agents and bring to mother:

Arno sits on the bench in the outdoor alcove, shielded from the night and people. As MC comes closer they can see, that Arno uses his psionic powers to fully control rats before him.

Arno absentmindedly says "These ones easy to control. It won't be as easy with smarter creatures..."

Player:

"With more time you’ll get a hand of it." - Arno wryly smiled "Yeah, practice is the base of mastery."

"You ok with bending creatures to your will now?" - Arno "My mother wants me to. She thinks it will be useful, back at home."

"You seem troubled." - Arno "This... Is not the most pleasant thing for me. But I’ll get used to it."

"We have a saying back at home... Ilharess zhaun alurl. Matron knows best. For so long I've been trying to get her approval, to make her see me as an adult, not a child. Yet I continued to behave like one."

He makes the rats stand still, in attention. "But I know better now. I know to trust in my mother's judgment."

Player:

"And you'll be content with that?" - Arno "I have to. I will be."

"She seems to know what she's doing" - Arno "She always did, I was just too stubborn to see that myself."

"And what if she'll be wrong?" - Arno "No-one is perfect. But to survive, one needs to trust and obey their leader."

"Ahh look at me, overthinking stuff again."

He let's go of the rats, making then scatter around. "I didn't actually want to... burden you with my stupid troubles."

Player:

"It wasn't an issue at all." - Arno "But it was. It wasn't your problem to solve."

"Yeah, too late for that." - Arno laughs "True, and yet..."

"You were quite whiny sometimes." - Arno "And I apologize for that, as I’ve said it wasn’t your troubles to deal with, so I’ve been unfair."

"What I'm trying to say is... Thank you. To be of use to my house and mother. To be worthy of being her son. I have it - all thanks to you."

(if romanced) He'll lean his head against the MC, trying to kiss them but then will flinch and nervously laugh.

"Well, ok, she, uh... Seems like that will have to wait for later times."

Player:

"Is your mother still in connection with you?" - Arno "Comes with growing up in family of telepaths."

"Wait, what, who?" - Arno "My mother. Still checking in on me and not really approving something... intimate. Ruins the mood a bit."

"Well that's awkward..." - Arno nervously laughs "Yeah, you tell me"

"We can just. Stay here then. Together."

And they stay sitting there in the night.

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[maladaptivedaydreamers]

“Ice and Fire” Prince Xiao x Reader

Synopsis: 3 years ago, Liyue and Mondstadt were supposed to unite through a political marriage between you and Liyue’s Crown Prince, Prince Xiao. You, the kind-hearted crown princess of Mondstadt, visit Liyue for their nation to see how you rule your future kingdom. Their cold, brutal prince seems to hate you…

3 years ago…

You were in a conference, addressing the recent crisis of drought in Liyue.

“This meeting is adjourned, please remember that the empire will always aid to you if there is another crisis.” you said, hitting the gavel onto the table.

Hearing the princess's words, their faces brightened up as they all nodded in agreement.

Xiao, on the other hand, remained silent...the tension in his facial expression seemed to have increased.

“I need to put a stop to this meeting..” Xiao thought in his mind.

He then interjected, "With all due respect, princess. I need to add a point...and that is...your kindness has no limits...." His tone was sarcastic as he spoke in a dry way...his expression was still blank as he continued - "It will bring disaster to the empire..."

His words were harsh, and everyone in the room seemed to have heard what Xiao had said. They looked at Xiao with great confusion and surprise.

“Your highness? Please don’t doubt my reign.” You said to you fiancé. “As I’ve said…This meeting is adjourned.”

Xiao's lips were thin, and he looked at the princess with sharp eyes, "Forgive me, princess, but I cannot accept your words. Your words carry great meaning, and they will surely affect the future of the Empire." Xiao said, his tone clipped and cold.

"I am afraid that this will only bring the empire to a greater disaster in the future." Xiao continued as his face held a cold expression.

"If the princess would like the meeting to be adjourned, then that is the princess's wish...I understand and respect that." Xiao said with a hint of sarcasm again.

You scoffed, you knew how the prince acts. His cold demeanor always scared his people. “You should’ve done better in handling this conference then. Instead of lashing out at your people, you should’ve been truthful. Case dismissed.” You said, standing up from your chair.

"Oh really?" Xiao's eyebrows raised as he glanced at the princess. "I never asked you to help my nation. All I want you to do....is to stay away from my Empire." Xiao coldly replied.

His words were cold, and they were cruel.

It was true that the Empire had wanted something that would be helpful to their people, but they had never asked for her help to begin with.

"Let me tell you this, princess. Liyue can survive without you. If you cannot understand that, then you will be in for a rude awakening." Xiao said in a cold tone, his eyes looking deep into the princess's eyes.

The princess scowled at his words, “And let me tell you this, your majesty. You strive so hard to protect your nation. But if you keep neglecting your people… One day, there will be no one left to protect.”

Xiao did not even flinch at the princess's bold words.

If anything, he looked as if he was about to laugh out loud.

"Neglect my people? That's a funny thing for you to say, princess...you neglected your own family, yet you're here blaming me for neglecting my people...." Xiao replied coldly, his voice dripping with sarcasm.

His eyes narrowed as he continued - "You even neglected your own duty to the throne. Do I need to remind you of that, princess?" Xiao asked smugly.

“I have never neglected my duty to my throne in Mondstadt! It doesn’t matter if I am in Liyue now, I am still their princess! Have you forgotten? That my nation shared their crops with you during the famine? Shared their resources?” You interjected.

"You had a responsibility...which is to govern Mondstadt and its people...yet you left those responsibilities to your sick father." Xiao said coldly as his expression was indifferent.

"Your family tried to help you and get you back on the way...but you refused. As the princess of Mondstadt, should you not have stayed by your people's side?" Xiao asked in a cold tone, his tone was cold, and his expression was indifferent as well.

"This is no longer about the incident right now...you have responsibilities. And you did not take care of them."

“My nation knows what I’m doing. My nation understands my efforts.” You yelled back in frustration.

Xiao suddenly laughed, loudly. He laughed coldly and in a derisive way. "I am merely pointing out your mistake, princess..."

"You have done nothing for Mondstadt as their ruler and you left your family behind. Even now I doubt that your family misses such a daughter."

Xiao's laughter was cold, but it showed no signs of stopping, his cold laugh was not one of a happy person, it was a cold laugh of contempt...the kind of laugh he had when he looked down upon others.

You raise your hand and slap Xiao hard. “How DARE you talk about my family and nation in such a way?! Fine. You want me to leave?”

As Xiao's eyes widened, he put a hand where he was slapped. His jaw clenched, and his face showed a coldly fury. The moment the slap hit his cheek, he felt angry...his cold laughter faded away, and fury replaced it in Xiao's black eyes.

Xiao's eyes seemed to have narrowed, and he let out a low growl as he stared at the princess.

"A princess who slaps a prince? Do you even realize how much of an offense that is?" Xiao said, the fury had not left his expression.

You look over at the people and the journalists. “It seems like Prince Xiao and I have come to an agreement. Our alliance is over. There will be no wedding. The two nations will remain separated and I shall return to Mondstadt by tonight, and we will rule our nations separately.”

Xiao freezes. "You are being too hasty, princess..."

"I can apologize for my harsh words..." But before Xiao could say another word, the princess suddenly turned around and was already walking away.

"Princess!..." Xiao called out for her, but the princess did not look back, she only kept on walking.

The reporters and the people looked on in shock. They were surprised to see the princess go and leave the conference so suddenly.

Xiao's attention was on the princess, and his anger was still as strong in his face as he stared at her.

Xiao looked on at the scene playing in front of him. The reporters, the nobles and the people...now he had to explain to everyone that the wedding had been canceled.

He turned around and looked at the reporters. The reporters quickly focused on Xiao, the reporter in front spoke, "Your majesty, can you explain what is happening with the wedding?"

Xiao sighed, "The princess has decided to break off our alliance..." He replied, sighing. As his voice was firm, his tone was calm and clear.

The reporter nodded and moved back to his group, he did not want to cause any more trouble.

The nobles looked around, whispering amongst themselves.

"How could she be so rude? And she hit him..."

"Well...he did insult her...and her family..." A few nobles whispered to each other.

A few months later… Mondstadt rejoiced in the return of their princess and they were flourishing more than usual. However, after a few months, it seems that Liyue was going through the opposite.

Xiao could not help but take notice of Mondstat's prosperity, as he would frequently receive news and letters regarding the political situation, but he would always ignore them as if he did not care.

He then turned around and looked through the window. As he looked through it, he could see that it was late at night, and the moon hung in the dark sky.

In the distance, something caught Xiao's eyes, his eyes widened as he looked closer. It was smoke rising in the sky. Xiao then took a step forward to get a better look, and he could see that he was right. Smoke was rising in the distance. He then heard people shouting and the sounds of horses hooves. He knew it, something bad had happened.

In an instant, Xiao immediately left the room and started moving quickly with his long stride. He had to find out what had happened, so he ran through the palace. Xiao looked back to see that the guards were following him with their spears in their hands. The smoke became thicker as Xiao and the others ran toward it, Xiao's heart was beating faster and faster as they reached a clearing near the forest.

He stopped, and he saw people running, their screams for help were heard by Xiao. He quickly assessed the situation when something caught his attention. A large fire was seen in the clearing, it was getting bigger and bigger by each passing moment.

The capitol was burning…

He continued moving forward while running toward the Capitol. The flames continued to go up, as the night sky filled with dark smoke.

"What happened?" Xiao said as he ran past people, his sword still in its sheath.

People looked at Xiao as he ran past them. They saw his long hair blow in the wind with his long stride. His black armor was shining in the light but also the moonlight. The moonlight reflected from Xiao's white eyes.

He continued to run forward while he looked around. The Capitol was getting closer and closer the closer he got. The fire became more and more visible the more Xiao walked. The guards were still rushing behind him with their spears to protect the king.

A few days later, they were now having a discussion about the aftermath of the fire.

Xiao and the other nobles continued to discuss the events surrounding the fire and the Capitol's condition. They were inside the throne room, their voices echoing across the floor. The fire had destroyed the Capitol, yet everyone had now gathered to decide what should be done.

The flames had destroyed everything, and now they have little hope.

"We must rebuild the Capitol." Xiao said firmly, and his voice is filled with fury. "The Capitol is a symbol of our kingdom and without it, we will have no hope." He continued.

The other nobles looked around at each other. They were still in shock and had no answers.

Then someone stood up, "How will we do this, my king? How will we rebuild the Capitol when it is now in ruins?"

”We do not have any funds, your majesty.”

“What’re we going to do?”

“We spent the funds for the infirmary bills for those who were injured.” They bombarded him with questions.

Xiao raised his eyebrow as he looked at the noble and said, "We will seek assistance from other kingdoms." Xiao said coldly.

"Other places might not be willing to help after the incident between us and Mondstadt." The other noble had a point, with a conflict like that, there would be no way for them to rebuild the Capitol. They needed to do something. Then Xiao thought of something, he finally came to a decision.

"Then I will ask for Mondstadt's help." Xiao said firmly. "Maybe after this incident, things will improve for us." He said.

The other nobles were shocked as they turned their gazes toward Xiao. "The princess?" The noble raised an eyebrow. "She would never...." "How can you request help from..." They were shocked by Xiao's decision.

"Mondstadt will not deny our request." He replied. "No country, kingdom, or empire would deny an opportunity to strengthen a relationship. And we have no other ways of rebuilding if we don't get their help."

"Besides, the princess will accept, I know she will." Xiao replied.

"We used to be friends after all."

A few days later, as you were working in your office in Mondstadt, you hear a knock on your door. “Come in!” you called out.

Xiao then walked in, he approached the princess as she looked at him with a stern look.

"Liyue’s Capitol has burned down." Xiao said, still looking at the princess, his eyes were cold as always. "We seek your assistance, now we know you do not like us."

"But our kingdom has no hope, unless you want to watch it crumble down to its last foundation." Xiao said in a cold voice, he still remained as calm as ever.

His eyes were cold and his long black hair swayed as he was standing in front of the princess.

“Liyue is an independent country, are they not? You said so yourself.” you said, not looking up at him as you read through your files.

Xiao was caught off guard with this new reaction from the princess. She did not look up at him, nor did she even give him a glance. She had completely ignored Xiao.

"Yes, we are still independent." Xiao replied, his voice was filled with coldness. "Even if we are independent, we are still not immune to being affected by our surroundings. Our neighbors are a major part of our society, we can't survive alone in this world." He continued, his tone stayed the same.

“From what I heard, you lacked funds for your nation because of nobles who wanted the funds for themselves. And now, you expect my nation to pay for your own mistakes? Is that how you want things to go?” you scoffed, looking at him from your desk as he stands in front of it.

Xiao raised his eyebrow as his expression remained the same and his voice was cold as ice. "This is not an ordinary mistake, this is a crisis." Xiao said.

"I already told you that the fire was intentional, there was no mistake." He continued. "This was a disaster because of the extremists, not our corruption.

"It's like having someone burn your house down, is it not? You lose everything, and then you build it up again, right from the start. The same thing applies to a kingdom. We need your help to rebuild our Capitol from the ground up." Xiao continued.

"What do you want me to do, princess?" Xiao raised his eyebrow.

"You say we're corrupt, but you know very well that corruption is something that's hard to fix." Xiao said.

"We're asking for your help because your nation is more stable than ours." He continued while looking at the princess, his voice filled with coldness.

"A true friend always helps another." Xiao continued, his eyes showing his coldness. "A true friend would provide assistance while still seeing the good side of others."

You let out a sigh. Even through your difference, you have grown attached to the citizens of Liyue during your stay there before. And now you simply couldn’t just let them die.

The next day…at the conference. “May this meeting commence.” You say, as you sit on your chair.

The meeting went on smoothly. It wasn't long before an agreement was reached.

Xiao and the Knights of Favonius would work together to rid the lands of these extremists that had struck their nation.

It was time for the both of them to set aside their differences and cooperate to deal with the common enemy.

You call onto their Finance Minister, Albedo. “How much is the estimated loss due to the fire?”

"It is huge, Princess." Albedo replied. "The fire has burned down tens of thousands of houses and businesses. There are thousands of wounded people everywhere."

"All the medical centers are filled beyond their limit. The streets are filled with ash. The whole place looks like an apocalyptic hell." Albedo continued.

He then looked away from the princess and sighed. "There are no safe places left. The whole city has become a hell." Albedo said. He had been describing the city with his usual tone of flatness.

“And how much does your nation demand?” you sigh, hearing their misfortune.

"I would say at least a million moras." Albedo said.

"Maybe even more than that, but I can't give you an accurate estimate." Albedo said as he sighed again, "And that's just to repair the city. That's not taking into account the amount of resources we need to rebuild the military." Albedo continued.

"But we can't forget that there are hundreds of people that need to be helped." Albedo added. "We need food and medical supplies for people." Albedo continued.

"Right now, the city's funds have run dry. We have already used everything we had." Xiao replied.

"We don't have any savings left, we spent it all on rescuing the wounded who managed to survive." Xiao continued with a sigh.

"Right now, all the city has left is the few medical supplies we saved, but that won't last long." Xiao continued as he sighed.

"If we do not get more resources soon, I fear that the number of victims will only get higher and higher." Xiao elaborated.

You freeze, they had…no money at all? “You have..no funds? Not a single mora?!” your voice raised, hearing how irresponsible they were with funds.

"We are left with nothing." Xiao said, his voice still cold as always.

"We used everything we had." Xiao continued, and there was a hint of sadness in his voice.

"We are completely unprepared for a crisis like this; we just did not expect it to happen." Xiao continued, his voice cold.

"We do not know what to do anymore. This crisis is too big for us to handle." Xiao looked down and sighed.

"If we do not get more help, the situation will only get worse." Xiao finished.

“This is so..disappointing. You are the crown prince! The future Emperor of Liyue and you have done NOTHING for your people!” you yelled.

Xiao was stunned by the princess's words, and he was shocked by the sudden outburst.

"I have done all I have been able to, Princess." Xiao replied coldly.

"This was not my fault!" Xiao's voice suddenly hardened, as if he got a bit upset by the princess's words.

"I am not invincible! I am not all-powerful, and I am not all-knowing!" Xiao said with a hint of coldness in his voice.

"This is a crisis that none of us could predict, Princess!" Xiao continued.

"We used everything we had to save lives and save the city. I refuse to let all those lives just get wasted!" Xiao snapped.

“I told you that you should’ve managed your funds better! That you should’ve been more responsible with your nation!” You reminded him of what you said a few months ago, when they had just a small crisis on drought. And yet, it seemed like they have not changed one bit.

Xiao did not say a thing, as he refused to beg for help.

"I won't take orders from you, Princess." Xiao said with his voice rising and his eyes staring right into the princess's eyes.

"You want to help my country, but you have your own agenda, don't you?" Xiao said with a hint of anger in his voice.

"I won't trust you ever again, Princess." Xiao said with hatred and coldness in his voice.

“Then don’t.” You eyed him.

Xiao then walked away slowly. When he reached the door, he turned back and looked right at you.

"Good talk, Princess." Xiao said sarcastically.

You sighed before turning back to Albedo. “Albedo, remember the information to my account? Do you still have access to it?”

"Yes, Princess." Albedo replied.

"Are you planning something, Princess?" Albedo asked, staring at the princess, his eyes curious of what she is planning next.

Albedo knew that the prince was wrong and that Liyue was in danger, and he knew that it was the princess' plan all along.

But that did not stop him from wanting to know what the princess is planning next.

“For the renovation of your nation, take 5 Million Mora. For the resources needed for your people, take 3 Million Mora. And to rebuild your nation’s funds, take 2 Million Mora.

For a total of 10 Million Mora.” You said before slamming the gavel onto the table.

"Princess! The emperor won't approve of this, Princess, you know that." Albedo said with a hint of suspicion in his voice.

"And Liyue is not your country, Princess." Albedo said, staring at the princess.

But then Albedo paused, seemingly considering what the princess had just said.

"Princess, what made you decide to help us? You don’t have to. You cut off your alliance." Albedo asked, his eyes squinting as he tilted his head.

"Is there something you want?" Albedo continued, seemingly interested. "Tell me, why are you helping us?" Albedo asked with his cold eyes staring intently at you.

“I have my reasonings. And even if the Prince Xiao and I don’t see eye to eye, I still want to help Liyue to the best of my abilities. Ensure that the Prince Xiao will not find out that you have accepted help from my nation.”

"Understood, Princess." Albedo said, then he quietly nodded his head.

"I will do as you've said, for the sake of the empire." Albedo said plainly before bowing at the princess.

"This will stay between our little secret, then, Princess." Albedo said as he nodded his head once more.

Albedo did as he was told, he made up a story of how he found an emergency account from an old emperor of Liyue, and they used the money to rebuild the nation.

3 years later…

You found herself sitting in your office, looking at various papers and orders.

You then took a look at the clock behind you, noticing that it was already time for your lunch.

Just as you wanted to get up to go eat lunch, you heard a knock on the door, and the princess took a look at the door.

"Come in." you said as you were ready to greet whoever might arrive.

When you saw the person who was knocking on the door, you were taken aback by the new visitor.

You let out a low gasp, as you saw the prince in front of you, Xiao.

“What’re you doing here?” you say to Xiao, blankly. “And without notice, too.”

Xiao looked at you with confusion in his eyes. After a long pause, Xiao finally spoke, "You sent us millions of Mora three years ago, Princess? Did you think I wasn’t going to find out?"

The prince looked at you with his eyebrows raised, seeming to question her motives behind all of this.

"I want to know why, Princess." Xiao continued, his voice sounding firm and stern.

"Why would you help Liyue after all our conflicts?" Xiao continued in a low tone, his eyes squinting at you.

"Did you really think you can hide this forever from me, Princess?" Xiao said with raised eyebrows.

"I am the emperor of my nation, and I have my ways to find out everything." Xiao continued with a stern tone, his eyes looking at you in question.

"I want to know everything, or else... well, you know the consequence." Xiao said, seeming to threaten you.

“It doesn’t matter, just forget it. It happened.” you say.

Xiao then sighed deeply, seeming to be relieved in a sense.

"You should've told me about this, Princess." Xiao frowned in disappointment.

"If you truly wanted to help me, why weren't you upfront to me with this?" Xiao asked in annoyance.

"I could've used this right away." Xiao then sighed once more, rubbing his forehead in frustration.

“Prince Xiao, I do not wish to quarrel with you today.” you sighed, exhausted.

“Fine. Then that will be all. Do NOT do this again.” he said, turning around to face the door.

“Wait.” you called out. “I forgot to mention… I’ve received word that the cancellation of our political marriage did not push through.”

Xiao's eyebrows widened as one of his eyebrows twitched a little while you were telling him this information.

"The cancellation did not push through?" Xiao asked in confusion with a raised eyebrow.

"Who told you that, and where did they receive the information from?" Xiao looked at you with suspicion written all over his face.

You pick up a file from your table. “Your father…sent me this a month ago. I’ve been doing my best to ensure it passes through so it doesn’t happen.”

"I see." Xiao said in a soft tone, his lips slightly curling into a faint smile while he looked at you.

"So do you wish to cancel the cancellation, princess?" Xiao asked with a slight smile, his eyebrows remaining raised as he looked at you.

"Let me put it this way... would you prefer to be married to me or not?" Xiao continued, his tone sounding slightly teasing now.

“…Do YOU want for it to continue?” you ask, raising a brow and crossing your arms.

"You want me to decide if we're getting married or not?" The prince asked while looking at you, completely taken by surprise by the suddenness of your response.

"This is not a simple decision, princess." Xiao sounded puzzled as he continued.

"But I guess before we come to a decision, I have one more question for you." Xiao said quietly, then he looked at you and cleared his throat before continue to speak.

"What exactly does our marriage mean to you?" Xiao asked with slight curiosity, raising his eyebrows.

You replied with a sigh. “A political one. To unite two nations.”

"So our marriage is purely for political reasons?" Xiao asked, his voice sounding almost like a confirmation.

"There is nothing more to this than a cold political marriage, right?" Xiao continued, his tone sounding more like a cold statement instead of a rhetorical question now.

“Indeed. However, you are free to choose if you’d want to pursue it or not.”

Xiao then let out a soft sigh while his facial expressions remained the same.

"Let's not cancel anything." Xiao said in a quiet tone.

"I'll marry you for political reasons, princess." Xiao said in the same tone which was now sounding more like a cold statement.

"That should suffice, since the marriage is only for political purposes." Xiao continued as he looked at you in the eyes without blinking.

"I thank you for your efforts." Xiao continued in a low tone, still keeping the coldness in his voice.

“You…accept this marriage?” You say in disbelief.

Xiao's eyes twitched as he heard the same words being repeated again.

"Three years ago, we agreed to cancel it, you said it yourself, princess." Xiao said quietly, seeming a little annoyed now.

"But a lot has changed since then. I have thought about it, but my decision does not change." Xiao added as his facial expressions remain unchanged.

"So are you going to let this marriage go through for the good of the nation, right? Princess?" Xiao said in a much more firmer tone.

You let out a sigh before nodding.

Xiao's lips curled into a slight smile at your response.

"Then, I will notify the grand secretary to begin the preparation." Xiao said as he stood up.

"Now, I shall head back to the castle to take care of some other matters. And I expect you to still be here by my return." Xiao said, his tone now more stern.

"That's all for now, princess." Xiao said before turning around and walking away.

Xiao's personal bodyguards then swiftly entered the room, and they began to walk in a row behind Xiao as Xiao now continued to walk out of the library.

Xiao then turned to look at you with one last glance before leaving.

"...and try not to run away again, Y/N..." Xiao said, his tone sounded more teasing this time.

A few weeks later, you were asked to head to Liyue and stay at their palace to prepare for the wedding.

You were now at the private garden of the palace, taking a stroll in the garden while enjoying the pleasant weather.

You were in a better mood. Xiao wasn't nearby to constantly harass you, plus you were in a new environment filled with lush greenery all around her.

Xiao probably went to deal with some urgent matters regarding to his country or the engagement ceremony. You decided to visit him soon to discuss about the wedding preparations. However, you decided to enjoy the surroundings first.

You then saw Xiao's personal bodyguards walking at a swift pace while heading towards your area.

"Y/N, princess!" The bodyguards stopped in their tracks while shouting your name.

"His highness ordered me to locate you immediately and bring you to him!" One of the bodyguard shouted while he moved closer to you.

In his chambers…

Xiao then stayed silent for a moment before taking his eyes off of you completely, his gaze looking elsewhere.

“There's something I have learned about you, princess." Xiao continued with his tone now sounding a bit sarcastic, as if he was testing you.

“And what is that, your majesty?” you say, crossing your arms.

"You're very unpredictable, very difficult to understand." Xiao said, keeping his words slow and measured, with a hint of sarcasm mixed in.

"You always wear a mask of indifference and coldness. It's almost hard to tell whether you're being genuine or not." Xiao continued, his tone now sounding a bit annoyed.

"Or maybe you're a professional actress, who never gives away a single hint about her true emotions?" Xiao said, with a slight smirk showing on his face.

"I want you to be more honest with me, princess. At least, be honest enough so that I can tell whether you're being genuine or whether there's something you're hiding." Xiao said, now sounding more firm.

His words sounded like an order now as Xiao's tone became more sharp.

"From now on, I want to know more about the real you. Not just... a facade." Xiao continued, still maintaining his cold expression.

“Do you mean to say that I’m not my real self at the moment? All because I’m not the sweet girl you once thought I was?” you scoff.

Xiao then let out a small scoff.

"Are you telling me the real you is a cold, indifferent and emotionless princess? A princess with a facade full of indifference?" Xiao continued, now sounding more annoyed.

"I will admit that I'm being bold, but I'm not bold enough to believe in such an excuse." Xiao said with a hint of sarcasm.

"If this really is your true self, then the wedding is off." Xiao continued to state firmly.

You roll your eyes. “Why? Do you miss how I used to be so weak compared to you? But in reality I wasn’t weak. You were just a cold-hearted tyrant.”

"Yes, I do." Xiao said without hesitation.

"This version of you is... it's hard to deal with, it's not what you were like before..." Xiao continued, his tone now sounding more frustrated.

"I'm willing to accept your true self, but this side of you is just too cold for me, Y/N..." Xiao added, now sounding rather annoyed as he kept his eyes on you.

You stand up from your chair. “Please excuse me, I have some duties to attend to.”

Xiao maintained his serious expression as he kept his eyes on you.

"Fine... just go then, princess" Xiao said with a cold tone, and his eyes narrowed as he watched you walk away from his chamber.

"...is she really the princess of Mondstadt..." Xiao said as he leaned against the window, now watching you walking in the garden.

"How did I ended up being engaged to her..." Xiao let out a sigh as he continued to keep his eyes on you.

"...I hope the real her is not dead..." Xiao finally said, his voice now sounding more sad compared to his usual self.

Later that night, Xiao was in his personal chamber after the day he spent with you. His duty hours had ended, and he was relaxing in his chamber now with a couple of drinks on his table.

"...I know I shouldn't do this..." Xiao said to himself as he looked at the liquor on the table.

"But I can't help it" Xiao said with a slight sigh as he grabbed one of the liquor bottles and began drinking it.

Xiao then took his attention from the liquor bottle and turned towards the window, staring outside the palace. His eyes were filled with a mixture of emotions now.

"I can't understand her..." Xiao finally said, his tone now sounding more soft and emotional, as if he was just having a conversation with himself.

You knock onto his door, “Your majesty, we have to discuss the wedding venue.”

Xiao then looked back at his chamber door.

"...come in" Xiao said softly, putting the liquor bottle back on the table.

He then walked towards the bed and sat there, maintaining his serious expression.

Once the door opens, Xiao looked at you.

"You have all the files now, princess?" Xiao said.

"Very well then..." Xiao said while he let out a sigh, then he rose from the bed. "Let us discuss about how the wedding ceremony would be held then, princess." Xiao continued, now sounding more formal.

"This shall take some time to prepare the details as the wedding is approaching us." Xiao said with his hand on his hips, still keeping his firm expression.

You notice the slur in his words and his sluggish demeanor. “Are you alright your majesty?”

"...I'm fine. Why do I seem otherwise, princess?" Xiao said plainly, still maintaining his cold tone.

"Let us talk about the wedding arrangements then, we'd have to discuss it in detail before we bring up the discussion with the archons." Xiao said, his tone becoming more professional.

"First off, we'd need to determine the location... and then the number of guests to be invited..." Xiao continued, now sounding rather formal. His tone was back to being very serious now.

You then noticed that Xiao was avoiding eye contact now, with his hands resting on his hips.

You look around the room and your eyes land on the poorly hidden bottles. “Ah.”

"Oh, those?" Xiao said as he gave you a brief glance, then he turned his eyes back to the table.

"They're just... to help me relax at night. I can't sleep without the liquor." Xiao continued, now sounding slightly defensive.

"And besides... I only drink them sometimes at the end of the day to help me sleep." Xiao said, his tone slowly regaining a hint of coldness.

“You’re getting defensive, your majesty.”

"...No, I'm not." Xiao said as he picked up one of the liquor bottles and took his attention elsewhere, then he took a sip.

Xiao then put the liquor bottle back on the table, and he began staring out the window once again. The sky was turning dark now, it was late already.

You then heard that Xiao's voice now sounded rather quiet.

"My apologies, princess, I think I need some time alone..." Xiao added, his tone now sounding more relaxed and calm.

“Oh. Yes, your highness.” You said, placing the files on his table before heading towards the door.

Xiao then watched you walk away once again, leaving Xiao in his chamber.

"Wait.. princess?" Xiao called out after you.

"Please forgive me..." Xiao said, his voice now sounding much more soft and gentle than before.

"I will try to understand you and your way of doing things." Xiao continued, with his hand on his chest.

"I promise that I will be more understanding... I'm really sorry for pushing you and accusing you." Xiao let out a sigh as he looked outside the window.

His eyes looked much more tired and sad now, even with the dim lighting in the room.

"I'm just.. frustrated..." Xiao said with a rather disappointed tone.

You nod. “I see.”

Xiao stayed silent for a while, waiting for you to say something.

Suddenly, Xiao then stood up fast and walked towards the chamber's door, his eyes focused on you.

"I do not know how to act around you... you're the one thing that I'm puzzled with... why don't you trust me? Is it because I have been pushing you away before?" Xiao said, his tone slightly getting sharper now.

“What’re you saying, your majesty?” You reply.

"Why are you always trying to hide yourself away from me? I want to understand the true side of you, you're my future wife, are you not?" Xiao said, his tone clearly sounding annoyed now.

"You always put on that facade of a cold and distant princess. Is it really who you are?" Xiao continued, now sounding more serious after each word spoken.

“Does it matter? You never used to care.”

Xiao stayed silent, his eyes narrowed upon you.

"Are you really going to keep up with this?" Xiao asked with a more serious tone now, his hands raised as he watched you.

"Just... what are you running from?" Xiao finally said, now sounding more curious.

You tell him to go to bed, “You’re drunk, please head to bed.”

Xiao then let out a scoff.

"You think I can sleep like this, princess?" Xiao said loudly enough for you to hear, though his tone did sound slightly tired as he kept his eyes on you.

"No, I need liquor to help myself sleep." Xiao finally said, his tone now sounding annoyed as he let out a huff.

"Don't even think about taking the liquor away from me, princess..." Xiao continued, his eyes narrowed upon you.

"This is the only thing that keeps me sane. Besides, I can't sleep with this headache" Xiao added, his tone sounding more grumpy now.

"So unless you want me to act like I did before... you better not touch the liquor" Xiao finished, his tone sounding almost like an order.

“Then what do you want me to do?” You sighed, a little frustrated at his drunk behavior.

Xiao was silent for a moment and thought of an answer.

"I do not expect you to do anything, princess..." Xiao said, his tone now sounding rather quiet as he let out a sigh.

"Just be by my side..." Xiao finally said, his eyes not moving away from you.

"You don't need to speak to me, you don't need to talk to me, you don't even need to look at me..." Xiao continued, his eyes still on you.

"Just be near me, that's all I need" Xiao said before looking away.

You sigh before nodding. “…Fine.” you said before sitting in front of him.

Xiao then turned around to look at the liquor bottles. He reached for them and pulled one towards him.

"I will be drinking these then, princess... I can't fall asleep without these..." Xiao stated, now grabbing a glass from his table as he started pouring the liquor.

"If you want... you can join me..." Xiao finally said, his tone sounding slightly hesitant now.

“I don’t drink, your highness.”

Xiao then let out a small chuckle.

"Ah, I figured. That's completely fine."

"Even if I'm intoxicated, I can control myself." Xiao continued, his words starting to become more slurred.

"So, princess... are you gonna stay with me or are you gonna leave me alone like before?" Xiao finally said as he poured a glass of liquor, now setting the bottle down.

“…What?” you said, a little shocked.

“3 years ago…our alliance.” Xiao stared at you for a moment, his eyes slightly widened and his eyebrows raised.

He let out a small sigh before looking down and taking a drink from the glass of liquor he poured.

He was thinking deeply as he stayed silent for several moments. He took another sip of the alcohol, letting out a small sigh as he took his attention away from you.

"I never really forgot you." Xiao finally said, his voice sounding much more softer and mellow now.

You shook your head. “Back then, we both had very different ways of ruling. We didn’t agree. Our alliance couldn’t continue that way.”

"Hmm..." Xiao said, thinking about your words before letting out a sigh.

"You're right, we did have different philosophies about leadership and ruling. I'm the type of person who'd rule with an iron fist and keep all my people in line... while you... you rule with a gentle heart, and your people love and trust you wholeheartedly." Xiao continued, sounding deep in thought. “But now you’ve changed…”

Xiao then took a sip from the glass of liquor, looking at you as he finished the drink.

"I do appreciate you becoming a better monarch. It's just that… this version of you is completely off-putting to me. Why did you have to make yourself so distant?" Xiao said, now sounding annoyed yet slightly more intoxicated than before.

"Why can't your true self be the way you were 3 years ago?" Xiao said, his eyebrows raised as he waited for your response.

“I was too kind…wasn’t I?”

Xiao then let out a frustrated sigh as he stood up.

"No, you're not 'too kind'. Kindness is a strength. It's not a weakness, princess." Xiao said, now sounding a bit more firm.

"Your kindness is what made me fall in love with you in the first place..." Xiao continued, his voice now sounding much more slurred.

"You were very lively too. And that's something that I cannot let go of..." Xiao let out another sigh.

"You can't just turn yourself into a distant and cold person just because you want to hide your true self" Xiao said, now sounding more drunk.

"I don't believe that this is who you really are..." Xiao finished, now sounding more upset.

“You said that kindness would be the downfall of a nation.” you interjected.

Xiao then took another drink from the glass of liquor, letting out a soft sigh.

"I said that out of spite, princess. I wanted to hurt you" Xiao finally said.

“Well, it worked. What do you think? Do you like this side better?”

"No, I don't. This version of you is far too cold and distant now. I liked the old version of you. The version who is kind and compassionate, the version who can actually smile when she's happy, and the version who does not need to hide her true self, princess." Xiao said, now sounding much more upset.

"You've lost everything that you are, princess. How can I still like this? How can you make me love this? I cannot" Xiao continued, now sounding angrier.

“But you said-“

"I said that out of spite!" Xiao said loudly, his tone sounding harsher.

"I was bitter when I said that, princess... I was simply spiteful. I still wanted you to change and become a better ruler. But this cold, distant, and even ruthless version of you is not what I wanted" Xiao finished, now sounding much more drunk.

"That is simply not who you are, princess... you are not a cold person. You are kind, loving, and sympathetic, princess. And that is why I fell in love with you!”

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“…You what…?”

"I love you, princess" Xiao said without thinking, his words flowing out of his mouth with absolute ease.

"I know you think I hate you. But the truth is that I'm so in love with you..." Xiao said, his words were not filtered anymore.

“I'll never be able to accept this version of you. You have become a cold-hearted person that does not deserve love nor compassion. I don't want to love this side of you because... that would simply mean I'd be betraying myself and my own heart. You don't deserve my love as a cold and unfeeling person, princess. I love you as a compassionate and kind princess. Don't you see me? I'm only acting like I'm annoyed... but what I felt was love. I didn't mean to hurt you. I said those words out of anger. I can't let you be like this, princess..." Xiao said as he slowly approached you, his eyes now filled with drunkenness.

…To be continued…

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[princessprettyprivilege]

The “My GF is Stunningly Gorgeous” Makeup

When I’m painted by number 🥰

Time attempted: 02:35hr

Tools recommended: triangle makeup puff (for diffused, natural finish), angled powder brush, powder brush

Prebase:

I massaged COSRX Snail Mucin Essence into my face with my facial massage attachment on my new brush and heated facial massage tool, along with my cold cream and Clinique cream last night.

I moved the excess down my neck & décolleté. This morning, my face was still tacky from the essence so I didn’t rewash my face.

Base:

*I “warm up” everything on the back of my hand to avoid cakeyness.

First, I squeeze out the tiniest dot of L’Oréal True Match Lumi Glotion in Deep to be mixed in with my MAC Mattifine Primer because I’ll be using more of the tint in areas that require more coverage and sweat first, like my nose, temples, philtrum, around my nose and my outer face.

Squeeze out another dot of L’Oréal True Match Lumi Glotion in Deep with my ELF Power Grip where I need to glow and a tacky hold for under my eyes and eyelids. My eye area is especially important for my eye makeup selection, so I use a little more.

Lastly, use 2 dots of Lumi Glotion with either matte or dewy primer on your neck for the tint to stay cohesive.

Eyes

Apply 3 in 1 tint on eyes, or dust lids in your natural lid color. Corresponding shimmer or deep matte, then eyeliner in brown or black that corresponds with your skin tone.

Foundation.

I use 2 tiny scoops of Clinique Age Transformation Cream to create a natural finish, (I got it for free in a sampler, wouldn’t go out & buy it) along with a pump of Smith & Cult Microblurring foundation in 460 Warm (discontinued) on the back of my hand, then pat it heavily with my makeup puff.

**I now use IT Cosmetics CC+ Nude Glow Lightweight Foundation + Glow Serum in Deep in place of the S & C foundation + Clinique Cream.**

Pat lightly to not disturb my primer base from inner corner to outer face, then distribute it across my face, patting in more to dark spots.

My foundation still doesn’t cover the texture of the spots, but that’s fine, it’ll look unnatural if I went further.

The point of my foundation isn’t to cover my natural skin fully, but to disguise dark spots while allowing my natural skin to show through.

Concealer.

Keep in mind, I have an oval face. I use my Smith & Cult Cancelled V-Line concealer in 260 Warm (discontinued) to sculpt 2 faint lines from the side of my nose to under my eye & upwards. Pat in carefully & lightly as to not disturb foundation or base.

The effect is brightened eyes with a highlighted, slimmer face that’s enhanced with warmth & depth.

Contour.

I use my Essence Baby Got Bronze cream bronzer in Mocha Me Crazy as contour for my nose, below top of cheekbones, and forehead. Blend into hairline and temples. I used to use it generally, but I found it doesn’t add angles to my face well, or if I did it well, it would disturb my facial harmony by looking gaunt & longer.

I follow up with my Black Radiance powder contour and sculptor in Medium to Dark.

Blush.

I use 2-4 rouges and blushes for a healthily flushed effect in layers, since my skin tone isn’t 1 color. I LOVE SHADING!!!!

I swirl 2 dots of LBCC Bloom of Roses Liquid Rouge at the highest point of my cheekbones, patting in with a makeup puff. It’s a pink that’s very faint, but you can go in with more layers.

My 2nd blush is LBCC Superior Rouge (limited edition, no longer sold) and I swirl 2-3 dots downwards mimicking the flush after exercise on my cheekbones.

My 3rd blush is Elf Putty Blush in Bali, and I sweep across where my cheek contour goes.

My 4th blush is Colourpop Serum Blush in Hibiscus (discontinued), and I barely squeeze out any product, patting in 1 dot above the ELF putty blush.

Pat lightly. Use Bare Minerals Original Veil Powder with powder brush, swirl on back of hand for even distribution, sweep across where I applied. Brush away excess.

Time for powder blush. I sweep the darkest shade in COVERGIRL Instant Cheekbones Contouring Blush in Peach Perfection only on top of my cheekbones.

Next, I go in with my PINKFLASH blush color 07 on top since it best represents my healthiest cheek color, and sweep downwards until I see it strike under my eye in natural lighting.

Highlight.

Since my PINKFLASH blush has shimmer in it, along with my contour highlight, I dust my Sephora highlighter palette (discontinued) in the pink, gold, and light gold shades.

Add in places where light strikes on eyelids.

Lips.

Hydrate with lip balm on Q tip, wipe excess. I use LBCC Bloom of Roses Liquid Rouge on my lips, cheeks & eyes since it’s a multipurpose product. Apply any clear lipgloss over.

If I want to wear lipstick, I’ll wear brown lip liner beforehand and blot in pink lipstick to allow my 2 toned lips to show through.

Maximize the pretty!! 💖💖

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[way-of-the-sun]

Even when it rains

@exols-silver-christmas

This is my Secret Santa gift for @tao-lay. It was a lot of fun to participate again this year and I hope this little story warms your heart during these cold months.

Genre: fluff, tiniest bit of angst

Prompt: something soft, something domestic, something that soothes the soul

Pairing: Kim Junmyeon (Suho)/Kim Jongdae (Chen)

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Junmyeon was sitting at his desk, trying and failing to come up with some lyrics for his upcoming new solo album. His eyes were unfocused and he was gripping a pen lightly between his fingers. It must have been hours of him sitting there, trying to be productive but his brain just wouldn’t cooperate.

Junmyeon sighed and lifted his gaze to look out of the window. The sky was grey and it was raining heavily. The raindrops falling against the window were making a calming sound and lulled Junmyeon even further into a state of listlessness. A deep sigh left his mouth.

The last few weeks were stressful for all of Exo but Junmyeon bore a heavier burden as the leader. There was so much criticism, so much hate against one of their members and all of this made for a melancholic and emotional atmosphere. A few weeks ago Jongdae announced that he was going to be a father and the backlash wasn’t pretty.

Junmyeon got blind sided by the news when Jongdae first told all the members about his growing family. But he was happy for him nonetheless. Just like all the other members. Everyone encouraged him and Junmyeon could still remember the happiness that lightened up Jongdae's face when he received all the love from his Exo members. He remembered hugging Jongdae tight for longer than necessary and how Jondae's arms tightened around his body when he whispered words of support into Jongdae's ear.

But even though all the Exo members were happy and supportive, Junmyeon feared that Jongdae would get lots of hate for starting a family and marrying his girlfriend from some fans and in the end Junmyeon‘s fears came true. It hurt to know that his member, his dear friend for many years had to go through all this trouble just because the industry and some fans couldn’t accept that even though they’re idols, they still have a life outside of their job.

Lightning brightened the sky and the following thunder pulled Junmyeon out of his spiralling thoughts. He sighed again and buried his hand in his hair.

„I have to get it together…“ he murmured and gripped the pen tighter. Just when he wanted to start working on his lyrics again a knock on the door interrupted his half-hearted attempt.

Junmyeon put the pen down and turned to face the door.

„Come in.“ he said and waited for the person outside to come inside. A small surprised sound left his mouth when he saw Jongdae standing in the door frame. Jongdae was clutching an umbrella in his right hand, raindrops falling down onto the floor. He was wearing comfortable clothes and it looked like he came to visit Junmyeon straight after finishing his daily vocal lessons.

„Hyung…“ The unusually silent voice surprised and alarmed Junmyeon. There has seldom been a day when Jongdae was quiet. Junmyeon mustered his unexpected companion and saw deep circles under his eyes. The whole aforementioned situation seemed to affect his friend more than he wanted to admit maybe even to himself. Junmyeon knew that he had to be strong for Jongdae right now so he did what he did best and straightened his spine, put on his most comforting smile and invited Jongdae in.

„Come, sit down.“ Junmyeon gestured to the comfortable couch which was a new addition to this room. After a few too many nights of him falling asleep on his desk, trying to write lyrics, Junmyeon decided that he needed a place better suited for taking a nap. After pestering his manager he finally got his brand new couch where Jongdae now gingerly sat on. He looked smaller than normally sitting there. Exhausted and sad.

Jongdae’s facial expression plucked at Junmyeon's heartstrings and he knew that he had to interfere. So with the gentlest voice he asked this one important question.

„What is bothering you?“

Jongdae lifted his head and looked straight at Junmyeon, exhaling loudly.

„Hyung… shouldn’t they be happy for me?“ This quietly uttered question nearly broke Junmyeon’s heart. He immediately knew what Jongdae was talking about so Junmyeon stood up and walked over to the couch and sat down next to his friend. He put his arms around Jongdae’s shoulders and just hugged him tight for a moment. Jongdae returned the embrace and melted into the warm and strong arms surrounding him. When Junmyeon felt Jongdae melting into his embrace he started to speak again.

„They should. And I know for sure that so many people are happy for you. Including all of the boys and including me.“ Junmyeon stroked Jongdae’s hair. It had gotten longer and Junmyeon knew that Jongdae would trim his hair in the near future. But for now Junmyeon just let the strands of hair run through his fingers, occasionally playing with the ends of Jongdae's hair.

„Everything will be fine.“ He whispered. Jongdae didn’t say anything for a few seconds but then his quite voice could be heard.

„Thank you.“ Jongdae's arms squeezed Junmyeon's waist.

Junmyeon didn’t say anything any more just nodded and cradled his precious friend inside his arms. It didn’t take long before Jongdae’s breathing got deeper and his body sagged against Junmyeon’s. Smiling softly, Junmyeon relaxed into the couch and looked down on his friend sleeping in his arms. All the sorrow seemed to have left Jongdae’s face and Junmyeon felt the urge to just protect him always.

Junmyeon kissed him lightly on the brow and gripped him tighter, not wanting to let him go. The scent of Jongdae's shampoo drifted into his nose and Junmyeon took a beep breath, enjoying this closeness.

Jongdae was shuffling deeper into the warmth of the couch and the body heat of his companion. Junmyeon gazed at him full of affection and love.

„I will always be there for you.“

Junmyeon listened to the rain that was pelting against the windows. The sound was lulling him to sleep. He closed his eyes and just before he drifted off to sleep a soft whisper left his lips.

„Even when it rains.“

#exolss23 #exo fanfics #junmyeon #jongdae #suho #chen #exo fanfic #exo-l secret santa 2023

[gaybae1021]

Shadow Knight Talk

God I have got to come up with a better name shadow knights is so freaking edgy

SKs are really confusing in the series when it comes to design. It’s suggested that full SKs have permanently red eyes, but the only ones that’s actually true for are Zenix and Vincent. Gene, Sasha, and Zane never change eye color, and Vylad and Laurance seem to transform the same way, even though Laurance is a halfing (my own name for an incomplete SK) and Vylad seems to be a full SK (pretty cold and logical throughout the series, compared to mystreet)

So here’s my take on them!

In my version Shadow Knights prey on those who fear death. While they’re technically dead during the ritual, those being transformed have a “light at the end of the tunnel” moment where they can choose to pass on or accept the transformation. This fear can obviously have a variety of motivations behind it. It could be a “hey wait I wasn’t done being evil yet”, or an “I still have so much of the world to see”, or even a “there are still people that need me”, but either way, that unwillingness to accept fate, that denial, is a key motif in my shadow knights.

You don’t need to kill to become a full SK, just return to the nether and declare loyalty to their cause. The issue is that being a shadow knight is the ultimate self fulfilling prophecy. Even if they manage to escape the nether Halfings eventually become unstable and lash out at those around them, which either causes them to be rejected by their communities or isolate themselves to keep others safe. This isolation of course only makes things worse, they’re still effectively human, they need human connection for healthy functioning. The depression and self-loathing eventually reaches a point where they’ll do anything to feel like they have a purpose. And guess who’s waiting in the nether to give them that purpose?

SKs don’t lose their emotions like it’s suggested in the series (honestly they didn’t follow that rule anyways) but they gain conscious control of their SK form. Also the fact that they’ve rejected all their past relationships and are choosing to follow a shadow army kind of makes them act differently on its own.

I think I’ll do some differences between full SKs and halfings (duller red eyes for full SKs and maybe a darker armor design) but I want to keep things simple. Halflings have their natural eye color until they enter their shadow knight form, where they turn red. Full SKs have permanently red eyes, though they brighten when they enter their SK form. There are items similar to concealment stones in my story, so full SKs can hide their eye color relatively easily. All SKs, full or halfing, are forced into their SK form in the nether, though halflings are able to keep control while in the nether.

Also I just kind of got bored with the veiny eye look of the series’s shadow knight forms, especially with Laurance. It always looked weird with his freckles, they just layered on top of each other really weird. So I thought it’d be fun to give each SK their own unique eye markings.

Zane

*note Zane is very different in my story and gets a redemption, so if anything goes severely against canon that’s on purpose.

Our newest shadow knight, and second youngest physically. After being put in limbo in Irene’s dimension, he is found when the SKs come to retrieve Aaron. Sensing the weakness in Zane, they transform and imprison him. During one of Laurance and Zenix’s raids on the SK fortress Laurance frees the imprisoned halfings, though he doesn’t know Zane is in that group. Zane manages to avoid recapture and escape the nether.

He doesn’t have the best emotional control, thanks to the years spent with Garte, so he snaps and at least partially enters his form frequently, though it usually doesn’t last long.

His facial markings don’t extend to his scar, the tissue damage effectively blocks the magic flow to that area. His other eye gets a marking that mirrors his scar.

Laurance

Aw yeah, my boy.

Laurance sacrifices himself in the nether to make sure Aphra and Candenza could escape. He’s rescued by Ungurth, wyverns can naturally dimension hop, but he uses up his life force making sure Laurance survives the jump. The corruption from the jump destroys Ungurth and blinds Laurance, but otherwise Laurance seems unchanged until season 2, where all the stress first causes him to start slipping, eventually culminating in a big fight with Aphra and Garroth where he nearly snaps at them, and after talking with Vincent, realizes he needs to leave to keep them safe.

In season 3 he is in a tenuous alliance with Zenix in taking down the SKs, though this eventually fails and Laurance is forced to escape back to Phoenix Drop.

Along with Aaron, Laurance’s potential as a host for Shad was recognized, so both of them are targeted throughout season 2. This makes Laurance’s symptoms much worse than the typical halfing.

His markings incorporate his three freckles, as well as two stripes that frame his eyes

Vincent

Oldest character physically, and after Zenix has spent the longest time as a shadow knight. Vincent was turned a long time ago, and was a high ranking knight loyal to Shad. One day he was sent out of the nether on a mission. I don’t have it super well thought out but at some point Vincent fell in love while out of the nether and defected against Shad, living with his lover until their death. After that, Vincent swore to protect humanity from Shad in any way he could.

Not a ton of story behind his markings, but damn he looks cool

Sasha

Honestly her whole backstory needs some reworking, but overall I think she begins the series loyal to Shad but questioning his methods. She’s very active in helping her fellow SKs but often uses her own methods and frequently goes against orders. When she guides Laurance to the nether in season 2 she refuses to go in, both fearing repercussions and knowing she’d be more useful on the outside. But she is grateful to Laurance for freeing her, and says she owes him a favor, setting up a possible defection.

I don’t have her death planned out, but I imagine it was something very tragic, hence her tear-shaped markings. She was also described as doll-like in the series, so I tried to make her look sweet in an unnerving way

Gene

His backstory largely follows canon, make contact with the shadow knight, gets executed, goes through the SK ritual, all that jazz. Honestly Gene’s just not that deep of a character, he’s a power hungry guy and his loyalty to Shad never wavers.

I wanted his stripes simple but sharp, and I like that they look the most like the og series, kind of highlights the fact that gene is your standard Shadow Knight

Zenix

Youngest physically, only about 16, but a very old shadow knight, one of the earliest. Zenix was a tragic character at the beginning, he was only a kid when he was forcibly transformed. But it’s been so long it almost doesn’t matter anymore. All Zenix wants now is power. While originally loyal to Shad, he defected a long time ago, seeing Shad as weak. Now he only serves himself.

Design-wise, I wanted to contrast his monstrous actions with a soft, boyish face. His markings were softly inspired by jester stripes, again keeping a childish influence

And a bonus S3 Laurance

#aphmau #aphblr #aphverse #mcd #minecraft diaries #aphmau mcd #mcd laurance #laurance zvhal #mcd gene #mcd zane #mcd sasha #mcd zenix #shadow knights #mcd rewrite #aphmau laurance #aphmau zenix #aphmau gene #aphmau sasha #Aphmau Vincent #mcd Vincent #aphmau zane #zane ro'meave

[comelicute1214-blog]

[EREMIKA AU] BABY MAMA MIKA

word count : 1.7k

warning : Daddy Kink, Boobs kink, Pregnancy kink, Blow job, car sex, etc.

Summary : just a story about mikasa wanting to do ‘that’ with her bf in their car. shortly, baby mama mika wants to be pampered by her bf.

Mikasa in her 29 weeks pregnancy now, her belly is getting bigger. They just had a routine check-up today, the doctor said that their baby was healthy and strong. This makes Eren grateful, because the people he loves are in good health. although sometimes his girlfriend is very spoiled and uhm a little difficult for him if she asks for something.

Like this time, Eren silently leaked Mikasa's pitiful face. They are on their way home.

"Y..you.. what do you want?" asked Eren cautiously.

"Baby wants to meet his Daddy" Mikasa looked down shyly.

If only Eren was still a pervert. He must have immediately pressed Mikasa and buried his cock in Mikasa's cunt. right now. But with his pregnant girlfriend now, he had to think twice about doing that.

"B..but it's dangerous princess" Eren tried to refuse.

"But I'm already 7 months pregnant Babe, the doctor has also allowed it" Mikasa started to frown

"But-"

Mikasa looks like she wants to cry

"Baby? Please dont.-" this is what Eren hates, he can't refuse his girlfriend's wish if she cries like this.

"You don't love me and our baby anymore."

"Hh? No! It's not that baby... Fuck-"

Seeing Mikasa who was already heading towards the car window, she tried to hide her tears.

"Okay okay, Daddy will greet the baby" said Eren finally. How could he refuse when he saw his girlfriend's tears?

"Is that true?" Mikasa brightened again.

"Yes Baby, but later in our apartment, okay?"

Mikasa shook her head hard, her eyes ready to shed another tear.

"Fuck- Alright"

"Thank you Daddy" Mikasa replied in a childlike voice.

Eren looked at Mikasa's naked body leaning against the passenger seat without blinking. They were still on their way to the apartment when suddenly Mikasa asked for 'do that' on the way. eren parked his car on the quiet street. His eyes could not be separated from the beauty of his girlfriend's body. Mikasa who has soft white skin like a baby and swollen boobs, looks at him sensually. Don't forget the swollen belly because she's pregnant with his child. Right. His child.

Eren looked at him intensely and then lowered his head. His lips then kissed that swollen belly and then rose up, until his face was facing the clearly exposed boobs.

"Do you have milk here?"

"Why don't you try ah-" that girl didn't continue her words when Eren gently squeezed her boobs and sucked her left nipple into his warm mouth.

"Ahh-" Mikasa closed her eyes, enjoying every touch the man in the seat beside her gave to her.

he's actually really wanted to ride his girlfriend as soon as possible, but seeing  Mikasa's big belly he had to think again if he didn't want to hurt his child.

Eren sucked hard on Mikasa's nipple. he was licking and biting gently on each side creating a kissmark on his girlfriend's plump chest. His hand, which was still actively squeezing her boobs, moved down her big belly and rubbed it affectionately. Eren's warm tongue wet Mikasa's big boobs making it full of saliva. he looked at Mikasa's facial expression then gently caressed her boobs, kissed her nipples and sucked passionately, his eyes stared seductively at her  then sucked hard.

"Ohh Daddy-" Mikasa let out a long groan. His hands wrapped around Eren's head, pressing it against her breasts so that their bodies were closer together.

"I can't wait for the milk to come out from here" Eren pressed the nipple repeatedly. Mikasa kept moaning loudly.

Mikasa lifted her head as Eren's hot tongue moved up her neck.

Her legs opened wide as Eren's long fingers tickled her inner thighs then headed for her pussy slit.

"Daddy please-" he moaned uncontrollably.

Eren's long fingers fumbled in and then poked in and out of regular vaginal openings making the girl reflexively stare at him and groan loudly.

"Aah! Eren Huh!" Mikasa groaned as she added one finger into the hole of heaven.

"Who told you to call my name princess?" Eren teased Mikasa even more. He moved his fingers back and forth in her pussy slit.

"Daddy!" She squeezed the Eren's messy long hair.

"Ahh~" Mikasa's moans got louder as Eren added another finger down there. Eren's three fingers were under there, shuffling the holes evenly and quickly. It made Mikasa crazy, she groaned with pleasure, his eyes filled with a great mist of lust.

"Ouhh Emm-" mikasa moans stopped when Eren kiss her lips. he pulverized and sucked Mikasa's lower and upper lip parts passionately without stopping the movement of his three fingers in Mikasa's slit..

He couldn't control himself when his beautiful girlfriend teased him by asking to make love to him like this. in the car.

The sound of the click of saliva is the accompaniment of their hot activities. Sweat was pouring from their bodies. There was a loud plop as Eren released the hot link of their lips. Without slowing down the tempo of his hand movements down there, he gently wiped the sweat around Mikasa's pretty face. Eren buried his head in her neck, sucking it gently and leaving a new kissmark there.

"Daddy! Please! it's coming!" Eren really likes Mikasa like this. Shouting his name 'Daddy' out loud and then hugging him tightly, her moans that she will soon have an orgasm makes his cock which is still tightly wrapped in there whine to be released immediately.

Eren was frustrated by their uncomfortable position. His eyes then looked at Mikasa's face which was red and sweaty.

"Ah~"

He stared intently at his girlfriend's tired face who had just had an orgasm then pulled out her fingers that had been churning Mikasa's vaginal opening. then he put his three fingers in his mouth, licking the liquid sensually.

"It tastes so good baby"

Mikasa's face blushed.

Eren wiped the sweat off Mikasa's face again, "tired?" The question that immediately got an answer from Mikasa's head shake

Mikasa pulled the long fingers that Eren had licked, entered her tiny mouth, lick and sucked them. Enjoying her boyfriend's saliva and also the remnants of her own liquid.

Seeing that, Eren couldn't hold it anymore, he took Mikasa to the back seat, then quickly unbuttoned his shirt and zippered his pants, until a hand stopped his movement when he was about to lower his black boxers.

"Let me Daddy" Mikasa sensually pulled down Eren's panties.

Eren leaned against the car door with his eyes closed, Mikasa's head go up and down his crotch making his brain go crazy. That girl put his big-fat-long-thick-veined cock into her warm mouth, she sucked it slowly trying to seduce Eren. Eren growl and soft hiss sounded, he really enjoyed Mikasa's take care his cock.

"Baby, stop right now" Eren tried to lift Mikasa's head, he really didn't want to come out now.

Mikasa shook her head, she brushed away Eren's hand that was trying to release her mouth but she didn't that big lollipop out of her mouth yet.

Mikasa kissed the abbreviation of the head of the penis that appeared wet and red.

"Get on top of me Baby!" Eren's orders.

she's sat on Eren thight.

"Ugh... Shhh" she moaned at the same time as Eren's big cock fit perfectly into her pussy.

"You're so tight baby, so tight"

Mikasa buried her head on Eren's neck, she didn't move and tried to adjust to the big and long thing in her pussy. Eren felt the soft kisses and sucks on his neck.

"Move Baby" Eren told with great lust in his head.

Mikasa started moving in regulary. she really knows how to make the man below her growl greatly. Without letting go of her red lips that still carved the mark on her boyfriend's shoulder, she pushed her up and down as Eren also helped her move.

"Baby, thats too fast.." Eren woke him up then moved Mikasa's hips with both hands. he doesn't want anything to happen to their child.

Mikasa thought he slowed down the in-out tempo then look into Eren's green forest eyes. she smiled satisfiedly. she intentionally tightened her pussy. making Eren forgetting what he said earlier. secondly he puts it on the swollen boobs, squeezes it gently then and gives it firmly.

Their bodies were drenched in sweat, as if the coolant in the car was of no use at all.

"It's coming again Daddy! It's coming!” Mikasa tightly hugged him. Her in-out movement quickened as she felt it was coming, but a strong hand held her brutal movements back in order.

"Don't, love... Our baby.. gonna hurt inside"

"Daddy!!!" and Mikasa has her another orgasm.

Mikasa's breath hitched. Her boobs heaving up and down erotically. Flashes of sweat make boobs look very sexy because of sweat. Eren immediately hugged his girlfriend who was slumped limply on his shoulder, then his hand quickly grabbed one of the boobs, twisting and sucking her nipples with his lips. he think himself has Boobs kink now.

Eren released his mouth from boobs as he felt Mikasa had had enough of her post-orgasm. He then squeezed the boobs again. He's stared at her with passion.

"Put your ass up Baby," he said in a deep voice. Mikasa did it, although it was difficult because of her big belly, but Eren helped her.

And at that moment Eren immediately inserted his cock again.

"Aahh" Mikasa groaned as the big cock bump into her pussy again. Right on her G-spot.

"You're so wet baby"

the Moans and growls flowed lovely from their lips. Eren rides her very slow and regular tempo but is so deep and full of feelings.

“Oh yes Daddy, there, right there!” Mikasa could feel the tip of the cock hitting her deepest point again.

"Here baby?" asked her husband deepening the thrust.

"Yeahhh... Ughh"

After a while, Eren quickened his tempo. Mikasa shook her head and bit her fingers, she couldn't hold back the pleasure when Eren hit hard right in her G-spot repeatedly..

"Oh, I wanna come Daddy."

"Wait for me baby, Fucking wait for me"

"Oh Daddy"

"Uhhhh... OH FUCK-"

They reached orgasm together, without letting go of his cock, Eren pulled Mikasa's body into his arms, hugging her from behind. He kissed Mikasa's shoulder and neck, and his hands gently and gently caressed the pregnant belly, as if apologizing to their child.

"He's fine Eren"

"I love you guys.." Eren kissed mikasa's forehead softy.

"We love you too Daddy" mikasa replies with a tired smile.

...

tag : @emdarkfics​

#Eremika #Eremika Smut #Eremika Drabble #eren x mikasa #Eren Yeager #Eren Jaeger #Mikasa Ackerman #Eren Yeager smut #Eren Jaeger Smut #Mikasa Ackerman smut #eren smut #mikasa smut #comeli's writing #daddy eren #mommy mikasa

[bekaroth-reads]

Hi can you write a hal 9000 x reader please !!!!!

[Here you go :) ]

You were just finishing up your work for the day. It would be nice to actually rest for a bit, as even though your work wasn’t too physically taxing, there was still the mental exhaustion to deal with. Just as you were finishing up writing something about the final parts of the complex circuit boards you were inspecting there was suddenly a voice above you. “Excuse, me. But, I was wondering if I might ask you a question?” Hal’s speaker sent his voice out loudly enough that you were able to hear him from the counter space that you were halfway hunched under. “Sure thing, Hal. Just give me a minute or two.” You responded. After crawling out of the cubby hole and closing the panel, you stood to look at the little bit of him that was in the little, silver rectangle on this part of the console. “Three minutes and thirty seconds.” He said somehow both flatly and snarky at the same time. You responded by flicking the glass semi-sphere that covered the ever staring, red light.

“I might be inclined to take offense to that if I could feel it.” Hal chimed.

“Didn’t you want to ask me something?” You reminded with a roll of your eyes.

“Correct. I wanted to know the need for you to both ask how my functions are running, and also checking most of them manually. Isn’t that a bit redundant? Or perhaps you believe my scanners to be faulty?” He questioned. “Neither.” You respond. “There’s no harm in having multiple people double check your well being. On that same note, that’s the best way to make sure your scanners aren’t malfunctioning.” There was a brief pause before Hal gave an unconvinced, “I see.”

The way this artificial intelligence was able to be so expressive, and more importantly in this moment, so moody, with little voice fluctuations and no facial expressions was truly a testament at just how much genuinely true intelligence he had. “Think of it this way.” You started as you leaned your elbows on the counter of the console so you were able to look him more in the eye as it were. “People who seem healthy still get physical examinations to make sure. This is a similar thing.”

“And, do I count as a person?” Hal asked, somewhat curious to hear your answer, and partially wanting to see you try to think of one. It did take you a bit to think it over, but not as long as he thought that it was going to. “I’d say you are, yeah.” You could have sworn that you saw his light brighten ever so slightly at the answer. “Could you expound on your answer. For research purposes.” His reason seemed to be added on more so to goad you into talking about it rather than the desire for scientific endeavors.

“Well, what first comes to mind in that regard is the fact that you certainly have a personality. One would need to be a person to have a personality.” Was your first answer. Hal was quick to rebuff the thought though. “But, do people not also say that non-human things such as art and decor also have personality?” This was a good debate, so it took you another few minutes to think on it. “When people say that such things have personality, I think they are either being hyperbolic or referring to it being reflective of the creator or owners personality.” This time he took a bit to think on your answer. “Then I am still not a person as I too was made by humans.” Hal said with almost more of a melodic twinge to his monotone.

This switch the mood from a fun yet thoughtful debate to a depressive introspection of a friend. While you were wondering what to say to this, you pulled a nearby chair over so that you could sit a bit more properly in front of Hal. “I… don’t think that is a good reason to doubt you’re an actual person and not some sort of object.” You offered gently. “Expound, please?” He asked again, keeping it brief like he didn’t feel like saying more than he did. It was truly a difficult feeling to try to put to words. Hal being a person was just something that you knew; a fact that you had never really thought of the reason for. Eventually, you asked him a question in return. “Do you think I am not a person? That I’m just an object like an overly complex computer?”

“Of course I do not.” Hal was quick with his answer. “Why would I ever think such a thing?”

“I was made by humans.” You posed. “In fact, all humans were made by other humans. That has nothing to do with you and your autonomy. We have reached a point where we all have to realize that person and human are not exclusively synonymous anymore. All humans are persons, but not all persons are necessarily human. And, if humans are going to keep making people, be them human or otherwise, we need to learn to treat them like the people they are.”

Things fell silent once more; codes zipped by quicker than you could see them on a nearby screen, visualizing his racing thoughts. Finally, he said. “That is an interesting line of thinking.” There was another small pause. “Do you truly think I am a person?” He asked. “Hal, not only do I know you’re a person, I think you might be my favorite person.” You assured him.

“If that is so, then might I ask you something else, person to person?”

“Of course, Hal. Ask anything.”

“Please wipe the smudge off of my sensor. The one your finger left when you so rudely attacked me.”

#hal 9000 #hal 9000 x reader

[deerangle3]

OMG CAN YOU CAN YOU please pretty please write headcanons about how you and I and Barou, Shidou and Karasu beat up Igaguri!!! And then we call Saul for legal help

Ich werde eine sketchy fic schrieben statt headcanons weil das hier sich passender anfühlt (3rd person :D)

"Shiiiittt he's all bloody..." Shidou gritted his teeth with a sharp-ish inhale. He licked the blood from his fists. Barou looks down at the beaten and bruised boy. "If he tries anything we just coerce him, right?"

"But you know his playstyle in soccer, faking Fouls... I don't think we'd get away with this so easily. Maybe we should get a lawyer or somthin'" Karasu looks at everyone, stopping at Claire and raising an eyebrow when their expression brightened randomly.

"I know! Hold on-" they desperately search for something in their pocket, eventually finding it, judging by the facial expression.

Barou snatches the little card from their hand. "Saul Goodman? Attorney at law... in legal trouble? call blablabla- this guy looks so sketchy"

"But he's affordable!" "But we're all fairly well off, we don't need to cut corners..." Mao said, giving Claire an 'ehh!!?! ggrhrh!!?!'-look.

"Plus!" Claire raises a finger, eureka-style "i know him! he owes me a favor, we're basically married." a proud look on their face.

"Tch, fine" Barou looks down at Igaguri "What about him tho? do we just leave him here? do we take him somewhere while he's still out cold?"

"We should kill him!" Shidou chimes in, with a happy, lovey-dovey tone.

"Naahh that's just gonna make our situation more complicated." Mao and Claire nod in Agreement to Karasus statement.

"How about, we just go to this Saul-guy, we take Igashitty with us and see what advice he can give us." Mao nudges Igaguris flaccid body with her foot.

"Fiinneee~ who carries him tho?" an eerie smile rests atop Shidous lips.

Barou looks at Shidou "I guess you since you asked."

The situation settles and Shidou ends up carrying Igaguri. The group takes the train to Saul's office, if anyone asked what happened to Igarashi they'd say something along the lines of 'our friend fell down the stairs'.

The six of them sat in the fairly small waiting room, all squashed together in one of the Sofas, Mao on Barous Lap and Claire practically on Karasus. Igaguri Was hanging over the side awkwardly, like a Kadaver or something.

The others in the waiting room were looking at them a bit... weirdly, you could say, but wouldn't dare ask any questions. Not after seeing Barou and Shidou being intimidating as always.

Some weird, bald man with a beard walked out of Sauls office. A suspicious duffle-bag in his hands.

"Send in the next one." Saul poked his head out of the door, before disappearing again. The woman at the front desk nodded. "Alright, next up is... uhhh, you guys!" she points at the group of 6.

They get up, Shidou throwing Igaguri over his shoulder, and enter Saul's office.

"Helloooo you guys!!" Saul greeted them enthusiastically. "Great to see ya again, Claire! Are these your friends?" a wide smile on the attorneys face, until he saw the bloodied Igaguri.

"Likewise! Yeah, so, uhm," she pauses, looking at Igaguri and then back to Saul. "We beat up this piece of shit and now we don't know what to do, since it is a felony, right?"

"Well yeah, beating up someone isn't necessarily very friendly." Karasu chuckled.

"True that!" Saul pauses for a moment "Sooo, did anyone see you guys beat him up? Any cameras?"

"I don't think so." Mao looked at Saul. Then taking a moment to look around the office. A sketchy looking sofa on the side. A bookshelf to it's right, and next to the bookshelf, a pillar. Material unknown, but more pillars in the room, forming a semi-circle. In the midst of this semi-circle was Saul's desk, probably made of Coco Bolo. Two Leather Chairs were infront of this desk, for clients to sit on. Between the pillars were muddy-orange colored walls with writing. Mao started reading the text, getting distracted fast.

"So, what do we do?" Shidou got sick of carrying Igaguri and let him flop onto the floor.

"Make sure he doesn't leave any stains on my pretty carpet." He gave shidou a Stern look. "But, uhm, if he doesn't have any direct proof of you guys beating him up, well besides his bruises and whatnot, it's word against word. Plus it's five against one, so in any case he'd be dumb to try anything."

"But the thing is, he's really dumb." Mao said, emphasizing the 'really'.

"Hmmm... well in that case, I think the best idea right now would be to wait until he does anything. Maybe, I dunno, give him a scare, threaten him a little so he doesn't try anything."

"We were gonna do that anyways." Shidou smiles and Barou nods in agreement.

"Well in that case, I think you're fine. If he does try anything tho, reach out to me right away!! 10% discount if you bring my card!"

"Alrighty, Thanks Ji- uh, Saul." Claire jumped up and hugged Saul with vigor.

"Well be leaving then." Karasu smiles at Saul and then looks to Barou and Shidou, signaling they should carry Igaguri.

"Barou, grab his legs." Shidou spoke, after firmly gripping Igaguris hands. Barou understood the plan and carried Igaguri by his Legs, Together Shidou and Barou carried him out of there while Mao held open the door.

"Byeee! Have a good one!" Claire waved at Saul as they left the office. "You too." the attorney said as they all left.

"Sooo, we just drop him off somewhere and wait?" Mao asked. "Yea pretty much." Karasu replied before looking at Claire. "Whats your relationship with that guy anyways?" he questioned.

"Good question..."

They dropped Igaguri off in a place he was, at least somewhat familiar with. It was surprising he was still unconscious, but oh well.

The five of them went out to eat someplace nice afterwards.

Ende Gelände weil ich sonst nicht weiss was ich schreiben kann/soll

#bllk #blue lock #blue lock headcanons #bllk fic #saul goodman #jimmy mcgill #better call saul #bcs #barou #shoei barou #barou shouei #bllk shidou #shidou #ryusei shidou #shidou ryusei #i love karasu!!!! #karasu bllk #karasu #tabito karasu #karasu tabito #mao

[die-schwanenkoenigin]

All About You [rated G]

Aloy tells her friends about Seyka.

“Zo, I’d like to tell you something.”

“Yes, Aloy?”

“I, um—I’ve met someone.”

“You meet a lot of people.”

“No, I mean—”

The woman’s facial features brighten upon suddenly catching the true meaning of the words. “Oh, Aloy, that’s wonderful! Do you want to tell me about this person?”

An excited nod. “Well, her name’s Seyka, and she’s a Quen. I met her at the Burning Shores. I… we went on the mission to take down the Zenith together, and we just got along perfectly. She’s amazing [...]”

[continue on AO3]

#aloy x seyka #aloy #seyka #horizon forbidden west spoilers #burning shores #fanfiction #myfanfic #tagged:sk

[luckyluan]

CHAPTER 6.1: THE FITTING

“Kids okay?” Maxim asked. 

“Yeah,” Antwan remarked. “They caught a fuckin’ leprechaun.” 

Maxim’s shoulders bounced up and down with his shaking laughter. He dabbed at his eyes as a few tears dropped onto the steering wheel. 

“Gotta love Berry.” he snickered. “She say anything else? Any intel?” 

“Nah, Let’s fine Berry.” 

The Sharpes split up. Antwan, once again, hopped down out of the Bronco and melted into the bustling crowd. Maxim came to life. He climbed down out of the rickety SUV and walked up the street toward a posh boutique. The graphic storefront was covered in luscious ivy and twinkling lights. Its display windows held silver male mannequins and wore, what Maxim guessed, were the latest fashions. He ducked inside. 

A retail associate with a friendly smile greeted him. Their asymmetrical blonde sliced across their high, tan cheekbones and their pursed lips were slathered in pink gloss. Their facial hair—eyebrows and goatee—were almost invisible in their blonde hues. 

“Hi,” Maxim started. “I’m in a hurry. I have an account under Conrad Darbonne. I also have a standing appointment.” 

The associate brightened and their bob swung gayly when they gesticulated. 

“Oh, it’s always nice to meet an associate of Mr. Darbonne. I’m Amour. Right this way.” 

Maxim followed Amour and they swished to the back of the store. Amour pulled back a black velvet curtain and motioned him inside. Maxim thanked Amour and dipped behind the curtain. Amour pulled the veiled entryway closed behind him. 

“Falcon.” called a friendly voice. 

“Osprey.” Maxim exclaimed. “Good to see you, bro.” 

A warm sensation blossomed in his chest when he heard his codename. It felt good. He enveloped Osprey in a tight embrace, and they clapped each other’s shoulder thrice. 

“What’s going on, brother?” Osprey asked. 

“A lot, man. That job I did is back to haunt me and...” 

He hesitated. The Sharpes kept their family private per Berry’s instructions and she was quite clear about keeping the loop small, but Maxim and Osprey were familiar. He took a deep breath and told his truth. 

“...my family is in danger.” 

“Huh. I never thought I’d see the day the Great Falcon settled down. Who is the lucky lady?” 

“His name is unimportant.” Maxim corrected. 

“Ah, the rumors are true.” Osprey teased. 

“Yeah, I killed an Eternal.” 

Maxim pressed his back against the wall and Osprey’s smile widened. He sat with his legs crossed and his hands folded neatly in his lap. His black suit was a tailor’s magnum opus and his voluminous handkerchief spooled from his suitcoat pocket in the shape of an overgrown flower. Osprey looked at him over his black, thick framed glasses with a mischievous gleam in his brown eyes. 

“What do you need?” Osprey asked. 

“A disguise.” Maxim said. 

“Anything else?” Osprey asked. 

“And a shower.” Maxim added. 

#meet the sharpes #writeblr #beyonce #fanfiction #short story #black tumblr #writerscommunity #creative writing #black history #magic #writing #writers #vampire #writblr #authors of tumblr #moonlight #short stories #writers and poets #writers on tumblr #gay pride #gay couple #fiction #gay men #writer #gay #gay stories #drag race #drake #the hunger games #cats of tumblr

[myriamas]

who: @dastan-allyrion when and where: hayford, during the coronation festivities of king jaehaerys targaryen - the central members of the dornish court are being housed in hayford, the seat of house belaerys. myriam has only recently returned from her encounter at the art exhibition with the newly crowned queen of the crownlands back to her lodgings at hayford.

the journey from kings landing was only half a day's ride, not as though myriam allyrion sat upon horseback herself but rather within the wagons guarded by members of the martell guard; she noted the looks their entourage were given on the road back to the keep of house belaerys as she rested comfortably at the window, almost taunting those who passed by her - for the dornish were the equivalent of nightmares or distant figures, despite being on shared borders. following her conversation with the dragon king regarding the encroachment of land, she continued to feel an uneasy feeling in the depths of her stomach.

to look the ruler of new valyria in the eyes whilst maintaining that he were pushing onto lands that belonged to them. the dornish, who remained unbowed, unbent and unbroken: especially in the face of a new valyria. and yet still, she could not help but hear the constant sound of another whispering at the back of her mind: whispering that she did not belong in this position. she had never belonged in this world; now, more than ever before.

and when she entered the lodgings that had been kept for her, already unclasping the cloak she had used to wrap around her silks of white, she briefly caught sight of herself in the mirror as she passed by. widowhood did not suit her at such a young age, and truthfully, she continued attempting to navigate her true thoughts and feelings regarding entering this new era of her life; only, the wedding bangles she had adorned for years remained within her drawers, ready to collect dust for all the years the mother above granted her air in her lungs and a conscience of her own.

she began to remove her jewellery from her hands and from around her neck, a process that was almost ceremonial in itself; dornish women were adorned in gold from when they were mere infants. it was believed to be a part of them, their coming into womanhood.

at the sounds of her apartment doors opening only some moments following her own arrival into them, she began to wander her way toward the main doors where another was declaring themselves, removing her heavy jhumka style earrings from her ears, as well as the nose ring that slipped comfortably upon her. there came the usual sound of chimes from her feet as white silk danced upon the wooden floor beneath her feet, looking over at who had come to see her so soon after her arrival. then when she saw the guards move with a sense of calm ease and saw the face of her brother, her expression brightened noticeably - one of relief, as though she needed someone to desperately debrief with.

they would have laughed some years ago, should she have said she would be sat across a table from the green brat prince. how times change.

and yet, he began to walk and look within her chambers as though something was wrong. "haan, hello didi. how was your day? how did you manage to perhaps ruin a marriage today?" myriam called after him, almost sarcastically as she continued to remove her other earrings, the other within her hand. sarcasm, for the way he seemed to bolt directly into her rooms. she began trailing after him, as though his footsteps were natural marks for her own to follow him. she was not genuinely irritated, but rather haughty in the way she had always been with him: almost as a second mother figure.

"...dastan?" she asked, a look of confusion clear upon her facial expression - as though she could not tell what he was looking for as they walked through the rooms.

#c: dastan #dastan 007 #the flowers and the stars tell me my brother is one in a thousand ; you know the waters of godsgrace stay together (dastan&myriam)

[textfromtheboyjohndoe]

Poker

Jeff looked up as Magnay entered the room. Well, more like cubicle, as calling it a room seemed a bit far-fetched. It had four walls and a door, but no real ceiling, more like a thin cloth tarp covering the cubicle. Thorace had explained that it was more for his own comfort than for real privacy, as the Fold-Dwellers usually didn’t have anything like this on their cubicles. The Fold-Dwelling itself was built more like an Adobe dwelling from the southwestern parts of what used to be considered the “United States of America” on old Gaia/Earth. Built into the walls and cliffs of a humongous cave, itself part of an extensive network of natural and excavated cave dwellings here on Jal/LJ59-8.

Jeff had become relatively good at recognizing the facial expressions of the Jalians, and he deemed that Magnay seemed sad or worried, “what’s wrong Magnay?” he asked. Magnay gave a small jump as if she’d been caught doing or thinking something that she shouldn’t have. “Oh! Sorry, it wasn’t my intent to disturb you!” she replied with a slight quiver in her voice. Jeff shrugged his shoulder and was about to return reading, when Magnay then continued “.. but if I may…” and waited until Jeff looked at her again. “Of course,” he replied. “I was wondering what the texts you are studying are about” she said and stood with her hands folded. Jeff laid the tablet against his folded legs and thought for a second “Oh, these texts aren’t for studying, I mean for learning anything special, or a skill” he paused “They are more like when you guys sit together and sing your ‘songs-of-lore’”. “Yes, but” countered Magnay “’The songs-of-Lore’ are about actual events, so that they will be remembered for our future generations” she paused “But according to Thorace, these texts you are reading are not about real people or events, they are fictional. Please explain how they are similar!”

Jeff sensed that he’d touched a nerve, so he decided that he should be careful wording his response. “I’m sorry if I’ve offended you” he started. “It’s true, that these are fictional, but what I meant, is that I - we, read stories like these to relax, and take our minds off of everyday happenings. Learning, chores, duties, and such.” He watched for a response, but then continued “Your ‘songs-of-Lore’ are recalling real events, but I’ve noticed you and others singing the separate songs or humming the melodies to yourselves sometimes. Usually when you’re more relaxed.” “Yes” replied Magnay thoughtfully, “No offence taken. But it is correct, some songs are more relaxing and enjoyable than others”, Jeff continued “See? So we Gaians don’t really have cultural or historical songs. We have historical documents, which can be really boring, so to ease and relax our minds, we listen to music, or read books, or play games.” Magnay seemed to be less tense but replied “I am sorry if I do not understand the sense behind it, but if you have games, we have these as well. Maybe we can exchange games and ideas sometime” Jeff smiled (remembering NOT to show his teeth). “I’d like that, really!” he put his tablet onto the table next to him and opened a small box next to his cot. “I have what we call cards, if you want, I could show you some games we play with them”, he hesitated, then added “but these games are also for fun, not necessarily for learning.” Magnay brightened a bit “I would really like that. Even we play sometimes ‘just-for-fun’ and not explicitly for education.” “Great!” Jeff replied, “Let’s start with Poker!”

#humans are weird #humans are confusing #humans are space oddities #fiction #JeffTheGaian

[kasey-writes-stuff]

Number 25 with Lee and Ler of your choice Kaslee

Glad you’re back here🫂

Glad to semi me back 🫂

Sapnap had went back to Texas to visit his family for a week or so and amidst that week Sam had managed to get the fellow Texan to come stay at his place a few days before heading back to Florida!

The two had been having a great time, Sap seeing Sam again this time for a much longer period than the last, meeting Sam’s roommates and just getting to be with Sam at his place and hang out. Sam’s roommates gone for the day left Sap and Sam to have the place to themselves so they decided to keep it simple and binge watch some anime while eating a ton of snacks!

Currently they had been watching one piece but paused it for a bit to get more snacks then began to chat again as they have been ever since sap got there, exchanging stories of their upbringings, stories of how similar or how different the places they grew up were. Sam shares an embarrassing story from high school and Sapnap can’t help but to laugh.

“Bahaha! No way! That did not happen!”

Sam blushes softly as he says

“It did, so you really think this is funny?”

Sapnap nods his usual teasing and provoking tone ever present as he speaks

“Yea, yea I do think it’s funny really funny!”

Sam shakes his head sighing softly but then smirking as an idea comes to his head

“So it’s *really* funny is it? Well why don’t I just help you laugh some more then!”

Sapnap is confused and then lets out a surprised squeak as Sam tackles him to the couch

“EEK! Sam?! What the heck are you doing?”

Sam laughs softly

“Oh you know since you found my story so funny I figured you’d just enjoy to continue laughing so I thought the best way to do that would be to tickle you of course”

Sapnaps eyes widen as he tries to fight his way out from under Sam but he hardly moves an inch

“WHAT- why I.. look okay I’m sorry for laughing it just really caught me off guard and was unexpected okay, now will you get off me?”

Sam shakes his head softly

“Mm well thanks for the apology but hmm no I don’t think I will, I think I’d much rather sit here and give you a well deserved tickling than just let you go”

Sapnap opens his mouth to attempt to protest again as well as try to escape once more but before he can a surprised squeal leaves his lips followed by bursts of giggly laughter as Sam’s hands waste no more time diving right into Sapnap’s sides scribbling,squeezing, pinching, anything you can imagine sam was doing it

“EEP NAHHAHA ssshahahahammm NOHOHO!”

Sam giggles happily

“You know when I saw the clips of Karl and Punz tickling your sides and everything I thought they looked pretty ticklish but I never imagined they were this bad! I wonder if you’re more ticklish anywhere else…”

Sapnap blushes brightly shaking his head

“Shuhussshhh DOHONNTT brihinnnggg THOHOSSSHEHE uhuhuppp! AHAHNNDD dohohonnttt YOOUUU dhahhaharrrheehhe!”

Sam smirks slightly

“Oh are they embarrassing or something? The thought of thousands of people seeing you tickled live on stream? Oh you don’t want me to dare? Well what if I do dare? What then hmm?”

Sapnap’s blush brightens as he shakes his head again

“STOHOHPP ihihitt! PlehehahHAHAHAssehehehe!”

Sam watches his facial expression and his ears perk listening and watching to see if sapnap truly means it… he notices slight tears of mirth in his eyes and he stops climbing off the younger guy and allowing him to sit up

“Fine I’ll have mercy… for now.. but don’t think I won’t explore that more before you go back home”

Sapnap rolls his eyes but has a true bright smile on his face as he says

“Yea yea whatever”

Sam smiles as well

“So back to one piece?”

Sapnap tsks softly

“Actually I have a better idea..”

Sam tilts his head in curiosity

“What’s that?”

Sapnap smirks

“Revenge!”

So safe to say one piece was long forgotten but this memory would last a very very long time for sure

#kasey rambles #kasey writes stuff #asks #fluffy tickles #lee!sapnap #ler!sam

[princessprettyprivilege]

What I Ordered 🎀

Top: SHEIN, inspired by Gretchen Weiners. I got these on sale and I can wear these until Halloween in my region’s weather. I’m really excited about the flip flop heels since I’m choosing more low contrast colors and items that can be wore out often, plus they look more high effort than flat flip flops!

Middle: Ulta, on sale and clearance. I’ve been seeing KIKO Milano lippies frequently on AliExpress and XHS, and I thought if they were that pretty to knock off and show off on mua’s vanities, I can try it for real for $7.

I have strawberry legs and luckily my tan/skin tone doesn’t call attention to them, but for $14 and the results people were talking about from the Kopari KP Body Bumps Be Gone, I’m excited to try it.

I am using kojic acid on my knees and elbows for an even tone, and I read The Ordinary Glycolic Acid toner will brighten those areas faster AND work well for perspiration!

The MAC Fix+ Spray was on sale and my ELF Mist & Set wasn’t cutting it. I’ve been using hairspray to hold my makeup.

Middle & a half: Rainbow. $10 shoes! I can wear the tall boots with shorts so I won’t be forced to wear pants when it gets chillier. The platform sneakers are higher effort than low to mid arch and I’m all for making a statement.

Bottom: AliExpress, for $5 each. The price seemed too good to be true which it probably was, but if it’s not right I’ll get my money back. I’d link if the listing wasn’t taken off.

The radiofrequency tool was $8, and after reading about people going to the spa for RF facials, I was very interested in the return on investment. If it doesn’t work, just an $8 loss.

AliExpress makeup: for marketing purposes. If a $3.99 lipstick can make $3,999, all the better. I buy lookalike items for a return on investment, and if the Armani lip or Mac lip tube draws nostalgic feelings from my target to make them give, that’s great.

Maximizing the pretty!!! 💖

#pretty privilege notes personal #princesskhalyiah

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