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muddyorbsblr · 10 months

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Summary: When all the plans you'd made for today go down the drain, the last person you expected shows up at your door to try turning the night around

Pairing: James Conrad x Reader

Word Count: 2.1k

Warnings: angst; language; craptastic friends [let me know if i missed anything!]

Things to be aware of: simp Conrad, that is all 🫠

"Fucking dammit!"

You gripped your phone tightly in your hand, resisting the urge to chuck it into the sea right where the ship's rotor blade was located. Tears burned behind your eyes as every message you'd missed in the last week while you were on this research trip with Monarch trickled in at a steady pace now that you and the rest of the crew had signal again.

Where your fellow scientists were calling up loved ones on FaceTime with bright smiles on their faces and assurances that they were on their way back home, you had an influx of messages from your friends telling you that no, they wouldn't be making your birthday dinner tonight after all.

"Doctor Y/L/N?"

Oh fuck not him, doesn't he have a pool bar to get to so he can snap his fingers and get tonight's lay? you snidely thought to yourself, steeling your stance at the sound of former Captain James Conrad's voice. Taking a deep breath, you turned to face him. "What's up, Conrad? Looking to split an Uber and Brooks doesn't wanna--"

"Are you alright?"

His question felt like a shock to your system, making you blink your eyes repeatedly as if you were trying to get your bearings back. "Of course," you lied through your teeth. "Why wouldn't I be?"

"Well…" he trailed off, motioning toward your hand. "You're gripping your mobile so hard your knuckles are turning white, for one."

You glanced at your hand, sighing when you saw your skin stretched taut over bone and trying to relax your grip somewhat. "Fine," you gritted out. "If you really wanna know, it's my birthday today. I had plans to spend tonight with my friends once I'd unpacked and washed that goddamned island off of my skin. But some people in that group can't seem to let petty high school shit go, and today when we finally got signal again I got a metric fuckton of messages from one of said friends calling me either a bad friend or a dumbass for extending an invitation to my friends because it's inconvenient for her, which then led to a domino effect of if she's not going then I'm not going and now…" you trailed off, chuckling sardonically to yourself. "Now no one's going."

Something akin to pity crossed the tracker's eyes, making you look away. The last thing you needed right now was the most jaw-droppingly unfairly handsome man on the face of God's green earth to look at you like a sad wet little puppy left out on the side of the road.

"Anyways I'm off," you said a little too chipper it even made you cringe a little inside. "Got a date with a pizza box, fridge full of wine, and my Netflix account. 'Till the next one, Conrad."

Before he could say anything else, you were already walking to your Uber that just pulled up, finally letting yourself let go of all the hot air you were running on and quite aptly feeling deflated. When you were finally far enough from the port that Conrad wasn't even a speck in your line of sight, you felt the tears start to roll down your cheeks.

You felt exponentially worse when you got home, most of the food that you'd placed an order for before you left on the trip to be delivered today already waiting on your porch.

"Fucking dammit," you repeated, albeit this time with a whimper rather than a roar. You propped your door open and started bringing the food in, deciding to set aside a couple of days worth of meals for yourself and then giving the rest to a nearby food bank so that it would at least do some good.

It took a few hours but you were finally perched on your couch, wearing a comfy pajama short set, Kate & Leopold playing on your TV, and tucking straight into a tub of mudslide ice cream just letting the night pass. This definitely wasn't how you pictured spending your 30th birthday, but you strived to remember that there could have been worse ways to spend tonight.

You could've been mediating between spatting friends because they couldn't manage to keep civil for one night, or you could've been on the receiving end of Deena's tirade about "how duplicitous you were to drag her into a gathering with Shana". The island would've been a better alternative than dealing with that all night.

About 30 minutes into the movie you heard a knock on your door, causing you jump in your seat. "I didn't order anything!" you hollered toward your front door, wincing at the pins and needles starting to prickle at your feet and lower legs from the motion.

Whoever was outside knocked again, this time a bit more persistent with the sound booming across the living room. Your visitor, whoever it may be, wasn't here by mistake, and they weren't about to be waved off with a simple 'go away I'm pissy'.

"I told you, buddy, I didn't order any--" Your words stopped short on the tip of your tongue as you saw nothing but broad shoulders clad in a familiar tight and worn blue t-shirt stretched tight over well-defined pectorals, only this time with an off-the-rack casual blazer draped over it. Your eyes slowly traveled upward to meet the oceanic blue eyes that quite frankly you constantly tried and failed not to dream about whenever you drifted off to sleep at night. "Conrad…" you said his name slowly, as if every part of your brain was fighting against accepting the reality that he was here now, looking like the human embodiment of Lust on ridiculously long legs. "What're you doing here?"

There were quite a few thoughts that crossed your mind in the last few hours, scenarios that you'd conjured up on how the rest of the night would go, each of them dwindling in their respective probability as the hours ticked on. Former SAS Tracker James Conrad being at your door, however, was definitively not among those scenarios.

"Erm…I thought I would come over to check on you. You were visibly…understandably…upset when we parted ways at the pier," he answered, shifting his weight to one leg as if trying to make it all sound so casual. He looked over at how you were dressed, from the haphazard ponytail down to the fuzzy monster slippers covering your feet, and resumed his stance that you'd grown accustomed to with the squared shoulders and the ramrod straight back as if he was back on training grounds. "Get dressed, Y/L/N."

You jerked your head backwards, surprise and confusion flooding your system at the soft spoken order. "Why?"

"I'm taking you out for dinner," he stated plainly. "I know you had plans for tonight and they didn't pan out the way you intended. No one should such an important day alone unless they really want to."

"Conrad, please. I'm fine, everything's fine. You don't have to check in on me or take me out to dinner or keep me company out of--I don't even know, pity? You have your own thing and I don't wanna keep you from it or the hordes of women who would probably abandon all common human decency and trample over each other to get that blazer off of you." You finished your little lament with a wave toward the garment, already stepping back like you were about to send him off to better and more interesting company.

When he sensed what you were about to do, he reached out, putting your hand in a delicate hold. "The night has barely begun, and you're in pajamas, eating ice cream, and one of your comfort movies is playing on the screen." He motioned his head towards your TV, where Hugh Jackman and Meg Ryan were currently paused mid-waltz on a New York rooftop. He brought his hand up to cup your face, swiping his thumb over the corner of your mouth before softly saying, "This isn't fine. And I know that I'm not the company you expected or perhaps even prefer. I just--I wanted to come here tonight and just let you know…that I'm here. So…you could join me for dinner or alternatively I could join you here and you can talk my ear off with your movie commentary. The point is that you won't be spending your birthday alone."

His words left you stunned to near silence. "I uhm--I'll go get dressed then." You stepped back from his hold, an irrational part of you already missing his touch, awkwardly waving toward the sitting area. "I'll be out in a few minutes."

Once you'd started to make your way up the stairs, Conrad made his way to the living area of your house, a smile making its way to his face as he looked at the framed pictures you had on your shelves, your dimpled toothy grin on full display. "Oh, Y/N," he breathed your name almost reverently in the silence. "How the hell am I going to move on from you now?"

Earlier today when you'd all disembarked off the ship, he had plans to wash up and head off to a bar to look for someone to keep him company for the night, perhaps until Monday when you were all expected to return to Monarch for briefing on your next mission. All he wanted was to find someone who held even the faintest resemblance to you and lose himself in the chimera that you were the one he was with, that he held you in his arms as he woke up that next morning, and with that indulgence to tide him over for some time, perhaps he could maintain the professional, nearly friendly, relationship that he had with you without running the risk of putting that in jeopardy all because he couldn't keep his affections in check.

Those plans all went down the drain when he saw how you were fighting back tears explaining how your plans for tonight had gone off the rails. When his choices for how to spend the night were spending a few empty hours with someone he would meticulously compare to you or making sure that your birthday wasn't going to be spent alone and licking wounds that should never have been dealt to you in the first place, there was no choice to make.

Tonight's objective was simply to wipe the frown away from your perfectly enchanting face, perhaps even get you to smile. And maybe somewhere along the way finally get you to see him as someone more than just your colleague. Someone that cared. A friend, if he was really going to push it.

And maybe if he was going to entertain the moon shot that played in his most self-indulgent daydreams…a lover.

The sound of you clearing your throat brought him out of his thoughts, the sight of you in your simple pale blue dress with a slight teasing cutout by your waist stealing every bit of his breath away. "Too much?" you asked him, your tone shaky.

"Not at all," he croaked out, clearing his throat before speaking again. "You uhm…you look--You're beautiful." The tiniest smile played at your lips as you motioned for him to follow you to the door. "You always are," he murmured under his breath.

"What was that?" you called out absentmindedly, still steadily making your way to the front door.

"N-Nothing," he stammered. "I was just…admiring your home. It's lovely."

"It's too damn big is what it is," you scoffed as he passed you at the threshold before locking the door. "That's what I get for being perpetually alone, I guess. Just my luck that every guy I ever even tried to date fully expects me to hang up my coat and give up my research so I can play housewife." Your eyes misted over again as the next words came out. "Not a single soul on God's green earth that could deal with that." You turned the key with a little more force than necessary, the lock clicking into place with a resounding knock.

When the two of you made your way to his car, he opened the door for you, your disbelief at the gesture evident in your eyes. And when he was sure that you wouldn't be able to hear him through the car's closed door, he whispered to himself, "I could deal with that. If it meant that you were mine, I could deal with anything."

A/N: Happy happy birthday @liminalpebble!! I hope this puts a smile on your face today and that you have a spectacular year ahead of you, bestie 🥹🥹 Many many hugs from me and Grassy the Mango (even though the bub hasn't arrived yet but it will…today. I think…)

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Is A Washer And Dryer Cost 1000 Combined?

Combined cost of a washer and dryer could potentially be around $1000. But you may see some changes based on your chosen washer and dryer combo. You can also get washer and dryer separately in separate price range. Usually, the cost of a washer is thrice the cost of the dryer. In number, you can say that the dryer is $50 cheaper than the washer. Hence, for a definite cost of the dryer, additional data is inevitable. Let's check out the full article.

What Is The Cost Of The Washer?

Determining the accurate cost of a washer seems to be impossible. There are many different prices for washer and dryer. It will mostly depend on the type, brand, and specifications of the washers. New washing machine prices can start from $450 and exceed over $3500. Combos of washer-dryers range from $750 and go up to $4000. Moreover, depending on the store of purchase, a washer can cost anywhere between $700 and $2300 per set on average. The cost margin will depend on the washer specification that you have chosen.

What Is The Average Cost Of A Washer And Dryer Set?

The average pricing for a washer and dryer set fluctuates between $1,000 to $2,300. Numerous factors influence the final figure such as the type, brand, and features. Stackable and side-by-side models cost anywhere from $1,000 to $2,300 on average. Compact washers and dryers that fit small spaces such as apartments or mobile homes can cost between $500 and up to $3,000. On the higher end, some top-of-the-line laundry pairs can even reach $3,000. Numerous retailers provide appealing deals as a bundle, which can save a considerable amount. So, it is advisable to shop during sales, compare prices online and opt for a bundled purchase.

What Factors Affect The Cost Of A Washer And Dryer Set

Certain factors can drastically affect the cost of a washer and dryer set. Different types of machines (for example, top-loaders, front-loaders, compact units, and washer-dryer combos) come with varying price tags. The cost can also be influenced by the machines' size and capacity with larger-costing ones invariably being more expensive. Energy-efficient models could have a slightly higher upfront cost but ultimately save on utility bills. Advanced features such as steam cycles, smart connectivity, smart programs, can potentially elevate the price. Brands offering better reliability and quality usually come with a premium price. Some machines offer different finishes (like stainless steel), which can influence the price. Timely shopping during sales, comparing prices online, and purchasing a washer and dryer together can help to cut costs.

How Does The Capacity Of The Washer And Dryer Affect The Cost

Large-capacity washers and dryers have a higher price tag than their smaller counterparts. For example, an average top-load washer with a size of beyond three cubic feet, three predominant temperatures, multiple cycles, and a plastic tub will cost anywhere between $275 and $450. The dryer matching that washer would cost about the same if it is a gas model, it will be more expensive. Features like stainless steel tubs, Energy Star qualifications, detergent or bleach dispenser, and additional cycles, can increase the price up to roughly $650. Compact washers and dryers range from $200 for a basic machine, up to $1,750 for an electric dryer with all the bells and whistles. Full-size washer and dryer suited for a standard sized household usually cost between $700 and $2,200.

Are There Any Cost-Effective Options For High-Capacity Washers And Dryers

There are many cost-effective washer and dryer option. You can know about them and get the best deal for you. Here are some cost-effective examples for high-capacity washers and dryers: - LG WM9000HVA washer: This high-capacity washer can handle large loads and has a fast spin cycle. It costs $1,681 at Walmart. - Extra-large washing machines: Lowe's and Home Depot offer extra-large washing machines with capacities of 4.5 to 8 cubic feet. These machines are stackable and come in different colors and finishes. - Extra-large washer and dryer sets: Lowe's also offers extra-large washer and dryer sets with capacities of 5.2 cubic feet or more. Buying a set can be more cost-effective than buying the machines separately. - Samsung washer and dryer sets: Best Buy offers Samsung washer and dryer sets with extra-large capacities of 5.0 to 7.4 cubic feet. These sets come with smart features and steam cycles. - LG SIGNATURE washer and dryer set: Recommended by The Spruce, this set features a 4.5 cubic feet washer and a 8 cubic feet dryer. The set costs $1,299 each. Since numerous options exist for cost-effective high-capacity washers and dryers, it's recommended to compare and contrast prices, key features, and consumer reviews before buying.

What Are Some Features To Look For In A Cost-Effective High-Capacity Washer And Dryer Set?

When looking out for a cost-effective high-capacity washer and dryer set, there are key features to spot. If you have them on your washer and dryer set, you will get the best result possible. Some of the main features are pointed down below. - Capacity: Start by checking the load capacity of the set. This can range between 4.5 or 8 cubic feet. - Energy Efficiency: Such models save you costs on utility bills. Look for models with an Energy Star certification. - Special features: Check out for special features such as Wi-Fi capability, deodorization/steam cycles and moisture sensors - Brand: Ensure that you are purchasing from a trusted and reliable brand. - Price: Ensure that the set price falls within your budget. - Stackability: If you have limited space, consider purchasing a stackable washer-dryer set. These models often cost less than standalone units. - Smart features: Certain models provide smart features that allow the user to control the set remotely, monitor and adjust your laundry cycles from anywhere. Models with Wi-Fi connectivity and smart home compatibility are a plus. While shopping for a cost-effective high-capacity washer and dryer set, keep few factors in mind. They are capacity, energy efficiency, key features, brand reputation, price, stackability, and smart compatibility.

What Are Some Energy-Efficient Features To Look For In A High-Capacity Washer And Dryer Set

Energy efficiency is a must have feature on most washer and dryer set. Some energy-efficient features to look for in a large-capacity washer and dryer pair is shared below. Let's have a look at them. - Energy Star Certification: Energy Star certified washer and dryers are ideal, as they consume 25% less energy and 33% less water than regular models. - High-Efficiency Motors: High performance versions use less energy and less water than conventional motors. Consider models with inverter or direct-drive motors. - Smart Features: Some sets are equipped with features that allow you to use a smartphone or tablet to control them remotely. It will be helpful to save energy. - Steam Cycles: Steam cycles help reduce the need for hot water, thereby saving energy and also have the additional benefit of sanitizing your clothes and removing allergens. - Load Sensors: Load sensors adjust the use of water and energy based on the load size. - Ventless Drying: This method helps save energy by removing the need for a vent and reducing the amount of heat and moisture ejected into your home.

Conclusion

Is a washer and dryer cost 1000 combined? Yes, it is entirely possible. But it largely depends on your selection. Try to know the factors that influence washer and dryer set price. It will help you to make informed decisions and there are plenty of quality budget options on the market. And remember, you can bring down costs with savvy shopping strategies. Always look for energy efficiency washer and dryer combo to save on long-term operating expenses. Let us know what else you want us to cover next. Keep coming back for more updates shortly. Read the full article

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josephblakesmithlittlerockar1 · 2 years

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Joseph Blake Smith Little Rock AR |8 Practical Equipment for Plumbers Works

Homeowners may take care of more of their own needs with only a small number of plumbing instruments. contrasted to the mobile, highly-specialized equipment that professional plumbers carry on their trucks. This is because most home plumbing repairs depend more on expertise (and new parts).

Then on sophisticated equipment and unique skills. Yet, Joseph Blake Smith Little Rock Arkansas shows, there are a few specialized tools that are required for regular plumbing tasks. Clogged drains are at the top of the list of plumbing issues since they are the most well-known.

1. Sink Auger

The best tool for dislodging and cleaning obstructions in the sink. and tub drains is a sink auger, also known as a drum auger or canister auger. remember to use a closet auger or toilet auger for toilets instead. A flexible stainless steel cable with a corkscrew point at one end makes up a sink auger. To reach a clog and remove it, the cable is stretched into a drain after being wound up within a drum canister.

When the handle is turned while the cable is inserted into the drain, the rotating drum snakes the cable around and bends in the drain pipe. Also allowing the cable tip to penetrate obstructions and draw them out. The drum has a handle and a thumbscrew that locks the cable to the canister.

2. Toilet or Closet Auger

To unclog toilets, utilize the toilet auger, also known as a closet auger or water closet auger. Even though there is different equipment for different jobs. you shouldn’t use a sink auger or a toilet auger for regular drains. A long metal rod with a curve serves as the toilet auger’s reach into the toilet bowl’s bottom hole.

To prevent scratches on the toilet’s porcelain, a rubber sleeve is placed over the curve. The auger cable is snagged into or through the blockage by pushing and rotating it. once the equipment is in position.

3. Flange Plunger (Toilet Plunger)

The flange plunger is also known as a ball plunger or toilet plunger. It to a standard plunger but features a flange. an expanded rubber flap below the dome of the plunger head. So that aids in sealing the toilet bowl’s bottom opening. The majority of toilet blockages may be freed with the plunger. However, which can produce the necessary hydraulic pressure?

4. Cup Plunger (Sink and Tub Plunger)

The most popular plumbing tool in a home may be a cup plunger. Additionally, it features a.....

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thebibliosphere · 3 years

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Hello! I hope that you are well* (*As well as can be, in spoonie terms). I'm writing to ask if you have any Spoonie Advice on how to keep going with house repairs when it seems like your house invents new ways to be inaccessible every week. I had to move recently, and meeting the rising tide of accessibility challenges in my new apartment is daunting and tiring. Any tips, tricks, or words of wisdom? (No pressure to answer though, if you don't have the spoons or wouldn't like to!)

Hello, thank you <3 I hope you're doing well too. (With the same caveat of course lol)

My advice would be to do what is immediately available to you to improve your life and help you preserve energy for the big things.

When we first moved into our house, I was suffering the worst of my fatigue. Yet foolishly, I did very little to make my life easier. I was stuck in the mentality of not wanting to spend money on temporary fixes that would make my life easier because we would eventually redo the entire space.

So why bother to invest in a shower chair so I can sit down and preserve energy while I wash? We were going to redo the tub soon. Why bother with mobility aids that suction to the wall and don't require drilling? We're going to be installing permanent ones at some point. Why waste $20 on an ugly piece of plastic that I eventually won't need?

I did the same in our apartment. Why bother to do XYZ to the space when it would never be our permanent home? I could manage, I could cope. I didn't need to make minor accommodations when we would eventually make major ones.

Was there some internalized ableism going on there? More than probably. Was I justifying denying myself aids that would improve my life because I was suffering under the idea of being more efficient and cost-effective in the long run? Absolutely.

So yeah, when everything seems overwhelming, look around your space and try to assess what can easily be helped with a quick trip to your local Walgreens or Home Depot, or a quick look at Amazon and browsing through the accessibility options.

Would a shower chair help you preserve energy in the shower? Great! They can also double as extra flat storage space at the side of the tub/shower when not in use.

Would temporary suction cups bars help your stability in the shower? Also great. And the good thing about temp ones is you can take them with you if you wind up going somewhere where you're not sure your accessibility needs will be met.

Would extra laundry baskets help you pre-sort your laundry, thus removing an extra step from the executive dysfunction chain come laundry day? Awesome.

Would removing cabinet doors help with executive dysfunction so you can see where everything is? Cool. Most are easy to unscrew and set aside for putting back on later if/when you move on from a rented space.

Same with labels? Would labeling things help you find stuff? You could buy a label maker, or you could get some crafting tape that peels off from (most) finishes easily and write them by hand.

Would something like the 15-minute pick-up help you keep on top of your cleaning routine and make it easier for you to tackle? Fab. I bought a bunch of cheap buckets and baskets from Ikea to keep things contained. Helps with my dust allergies and reduces tripping hazards in the house.

Can't reach the storage space in your house? We bought low-down sorting bins for me to use that don't require a lot of upward mobility. You can get some pretty stuff at Ikea too if you're able to build things or have someone who can help you with them.

If the counters in your kitchen are too high, are you able to place a table you can comfortably sit at for food prep, or can you bring a chair into the space you can use to boost yourself up the counter height?

What about your utensils? Would tools designed for mobility help save energy/reduce injury? (Some good examples when searching Amazon for 'knives for arthritis'.)

I don't know what your specific needs are, but if you would like to discuss examples with me, I can try to help troubleshoot them and lighten the mental load. That’s the benefit of having a diverse disabled community around you. We get to share our experiences and our life hacks. And they're usually more helpful than "install an entire pulley system of ropes and sliders across your basement staircase to do your laundry in the basement" when you're talking about waiting to install a washer and dryer on your main floor lol.

(I love all of you. It's just mentally taxing when people all keep suggesting the same thing repeatedly. Especially when that thing involves major structural work that isn't actually as simple as it sounds.)

Of course, these are all steps that require money, but that is sadly true of most accessibility steps. The world is not built with us in mind, so it always costs extra for us to function in it. But from experience? It's money well spent, even if you have to do it gradually and if the goal is to replace them with "better" things in the end. Tackling things in little steps helps. And honestly, sometimes you don’t realize how much the accumulative weight of minor problems is weighing on you until you pick them off one by one.

A kilo of feathers still weighs the same as a kilo of steel. Just because one is softer and not as hard looking doesn’t make it any lighter to carry.

#chronic health tag #disability tag #I hope this was helpful #and again hmu if you're scratching your head over something #I'm getting pretty good at hacking my house together

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lovely-low-waster · 3 years

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It’s important to realize that we don’t all have money to make all the swaps let alone all at once -- not that that’s the right thing to do irregardless. Everyone should feel welcome into transitioning to a low waste lifestyle without feeling obliged to feel like they need lots of money to achieve it. Everyone comes from a different background and it’s important to acknowledge that much of zero waste culture is whitewashed and aesthetics based which perpetrates an unattainable standard. Most these swaps are things that I had been doing a lot of when I was younger when my family didn’t have much extra money. It ensures that everyone can get a start without having to put in any extra investments.

Hang drying clothes is free, though having a stand or line to hang them on is helpful. I bought a stand, but my grandparents have an indoor clothesline that they DIY out of some thick rope strung up in the basement ceiling where you can hang dry clothes on hangers off the ceiling. They did this with what they had around the house.

Skipping plastic produce bags is simple, but can take extra time. If you already have some kinds of reusable bag you don’t have to purchase new ones as they do seem pretty common at events as freebies or goodie bags. If you don’t you can request if they have paper bags you can use that can be recycled later. If you truly want to go packaging free you can just put groceries back into the cart and bring them in. This isn’t particularly feasible however and you can’t carry many items at a time; though it works well if you’re only running in and grabbing a few items. You can also repurpose plastic bags you already have from past shopping trips to give them a full life before they’re thrown away as most bags don’t show hardly any wear after a single use.

Paperless billing is super simple. Most mobile banking apps have a section where you can pick an option for paperless billing, or call the customer service to opt in. I’ve done this and had it this way for several years now. Additionally you can see if other bills can get automatically billed to you so they don’t have to send the paper bills out. This can extend to receipts as well because if you think about it they are the bills you get for your purchases. You can either opt for no receipt at all or if there’s the option, if you’d like, get a digital receipt emailed to you.

Mending clothing is a skill everyone one should have regardless. Many people can’t afford to buy sustainable clothing new and sometimes thrifting clothing just needs a little repair. Fast fashion isn't made to last a long time, but learning how to repair them can give them more time before they are no longer useable. You can also extend your skills to upcycle clothing into a whole new garments or something different with sewing skills. Simple hemming, running, and back stitches are easiest to learn and cover nearly everything you’d need. Additionally darning is very good to repair socks or holes that aren't on a seam.

Especially now with take-out being popular I end up with single use silverware. I try to ask for them not include them but sometimes they still make their way back into my home. I’ll take them with me especially if I’m with small children who might lose the nicer bamboo or steel cutlery I’ve got, or if I’ll be out with friends who don't carry their own reusable silverware. If I can I’ll try and take them back home to keep washing them a few times.

There’s several things you can repurpose t-shirt for including bags, but rags is my favorite. They don't fray when they wash so they’re especially good for cleaning rags. This is good for those old t-shirts that are too damaged or stained to donate. Just cut them up into whatever size you’d like and get cleaning!

I’m notorious for collecting baggies and rewashing them after I use them. Especially if they’ve been used to store dry goods like small cookies or other treats that really haven't left any mark on the bags. Another thing I do this with since I'm an avid baker is piping bags! The cost for these “single-use” goods really starts to add up so being able to use them several times is very economical. I’d also extend this to plastic take-out containers or plastic tubs food from the store comes in. I like to save these especially around the holidays or for any other upcoming event where I can use them as tupperware to send people home with leftovers.

I’ve never actually met someone who lines their recycling but it is super easy to skip. I have a two compartment trash can and will leave the recycling bin unlined. There shouldn't be anything dripping or making a mess anyways inside of it so I feel alright skipping it altogether. If it’s too big to put in there and I don’t have time to take it out right away I’ll also just make a small pile on the counter next to the bin and take it out from there.

Turning off the lights should be a no brainer as I feel like our parents bugged us to do it as kids and for good reason! I’d also extend this to unplugging things that aren’t in constant or regular use. I especially think this is important when you are going on vacation because you know with certainty you won't be using any of the devices at home.

Lastly is eating less meat. Of course not everyone can or wants to go vegan or vegetarian but opting for practices like meatless Mondays or cutting down from eating three things of meat a day to two will drastically reduce your impact. Cows and other animals where we get red meats have especially large environmental impacts compared to other animals we consume. Meat is also one of the most expensive items at the grocery so it can save you some money to purchase less. It’s also good to try and make your meat go as far as you can my making use of the bones and all the meat.

Hopefully some of these will inspire you to make these free swaps where you can as they really don’t require any additional effort to make the switch. They’re great too to tell friends who are looking to be more eco friendly and don’t know where to start. Let me know of another free swaps you know of in the comments!

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sunflwrvolume6 · 3 years

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plausible deniability [thirty-two]

“generosity”

An enormous boxing ring takes up most of the space, and blue mats cover the floor around it. Bare light bulbs hang overhead, bright spots of white illuminating the scene. Metal scrapes against concrete, and Aila turns her head. Tania waves jauntily from her chair at the edge of the mats, and Zayn and Harry sit on either side of her.

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The courier comes back an hour later, this time bearing a message with only Terms accepted. Aila doesn’t bother responding. The meeting is set. It’s the worst decision she’s ever made, but Tania said it herself: Working with Irwin is their best bet at making sure he doesn’t wage a war.

Even if Aila wanted to reply, she has no chance. She has just reached the study when Liam appears at her side. He latches onto her arm and drags her down the corridor. She struggles against his hold.

“Excuse me, that’s my arm you’re ripping off my body.” Aila frowns when he stays silent. “Liam? What’s going on?”

“C’mon, we don’t have much time.”

“‘Time’? Time for what?”

Again with the not answering. So Aila shuts up and stumbles after him through the kitchen and down the stone staircase to the basement. He takes a right instead of straight ahead—away from the infirmary—and shoves her forward. Aila gapes at the set-up in front of her.

Liam gestures her into the ring. As soon as she is within reach, he yanks her hands toward him and begins winding tape around her knuckles. “We have loads to teach you. Just in case, I mean. I highly doubt Irwin will try anything, he’s too intrigued by you. But we never know what could happen. Figure out who you’re gonna take?”

“N-not yet. You, maybe?”

“Can’t be me, love. Or Zayn. Irwin will think it’s an ambush.”

Aila gasps as he swings a moment later, barely managing to duck in time. His fist still grazes her ear. Cursing, she lashes out, but he blocks the blow easily. The next punch lands against her jaw. It’s evident he’s holding back, not letting loose with all of his might, but fuck, it hurts anyway.

“Pause.” Tania slithers under the ropes, sauntering to Aila’s side. “Hands up here, protect your chest and face. If not, you’re gonna end up as ugly as dumbass Styles.”

Harry splutters, “Oi! What did I do?”

Aila giggles even as she lets Tania move her into position. Once the woman is satisfied, Tania grips the ropes, slides under the bottom one, then takes her seat once more. Aila makes the mistake of not paying attention: Liam’s fist sinks solidly into her gut.

By the time Robert interrupts two hours later, Aila has a split lip and a ringing in her ears that won’t go away. Liam grins, blood dripping from his mouth, then climbs out of the ring. He holds tightly to his ribs as he walks away. She leans against the ropes and takes the towel Harry holds out to her.

“Miss Aila, Mister Niall wishes to speak with you.”

“Thanks, Robert.” Aila sits on the mat as the valet passes over the telephone. Her chest aches when she tries to inhale deeply. “Hey, love. Miss me already?”

“What’s going on?”

Aila frowns then realises what it must sound like, her wheezing breaths and voice that trembles. “No worries. Everything is fine. Just working out for the first time in forever. The only thing worrisome is maybe me dying from my lungs collapsing.”

“I’m glad you’re enjoying yourself,” Niall replies with a snort of amusement.

“I don’t think ‘enjoying’ is the proper word for it, but sure. What’s up?”

“I was just wanting to check in on you. I do miss you already.”

Aila turns away from the knowing look Tania throws her way. “I miss you, too. Oh! Before I forget,” she starts before swallowing. She has no idea how he is going to react. “I’m having lunch with a—a friend tomorrow. I won’t be able to talk to you until later.”

“I see.” Niall’s voice is tight, controlled. Measured. “Take your mobile in case it ends... early. I don’t want you to have to walk home. Going alone?”

“Nope. I want to do some shopping after, so Harry is gonna go with me. Someone has to carry all my stuff, and it certainly isn’t going to be me.”

“Wish I could be there,” murmurs Niall, and she closes her eyes. The unspoken meaning rings clear in his words: I wish I could protect you.

“Don’t worry so much, love. It’s only lunch. I’ll pester you as soon as I’m done.”

Aila doesn’t want to, but someone is trying to get his attention. So she ends the call after another reassurance that she’ll be smart about this. That she will be safe. She can’t monopolise his time, not when he’s meant to be fostering new connections.

When she climbs to her feet, Tania is right behind her. A pair of black ankle boots dangle from her fingertips, and Aila gapes at the length of the heels.

“What’s with the shoes?”

Tania smirks and shoves the boots into Aila’s hands. “Gotta learn to run in heels, babe.”

Aila spends hours following Tania’s ever command—walking on the mats, in the boxing ring, up and down the stairs, and even along the edge of the indoor pool. Running takes far more effort. She barely manages to not fall into the water, and that’s only because Liam yanks her back onto her feet.

Finally, Tania deems it ‘acceptable’. Aila can’t argue with the less-than-satisfactory assessment. She’s too tired and sore. Harry makes sure Aila’s wounds are superficial before letting her leave the infirmary. Her feet ache as she pads through the house barefooted; any shoes would be torture.

She doesn’t speak during dinner, but no one expects conversation from her. They must see her exhaustion, the winces whenever she moves. Sparring with Liam is quickly catching up with her. Lilyen clears her plate from the table with a bow, and Aila forces a smile before leaving the dining room.

Mera already has a hot bath drawn by the time Aila shuffles into the bedroom. “Allow me to help you, Miss.”

Aila does. A voice in her head tells her she should be mortified at the fact Mera is pulling her clothes off, that Mera helps her into the tub. Instead, it feels… nice, if awkward, to be taken care of like this. This is Mera’s job, but more than that, the woman has become a friend.

“Mera?” Aila groans as she sinks into the water. “Don’t let anyone tell you you’re not a miracle worker. You’re fucking amazing.”

Mera grins, ducking her head. “I’ll keep that in mind, Miss Aila. When you’re finished with your bath, Mister Niall has a salve he uses when he exerts himself too hard.”

“So… every day?”

“I will neither confirm nor deny that implication, Miss.”

“Every day,” laughs Aila before she submerges herself.

She falls asleep in the middle of Mera rubbing the cream into her back, calloused hands pressing firmly against the tension.

Tania drags Aila out of bed at the crack of dawn the next morning. While Aila eats breakfast, the other woman stays behind to pick out an outfit. Aila tries to protest at the clothes spread out on the bed, but Tania doesn’t budge. So with no small amount of reluctance, Aila dresses in what Tania chose.

Aila doesn’t see how the meeting this afternoon will go well when Irwin can see the subtle hint of the bra straps criss-crossing over her chest through the semi-sheer blouse or how the black slacks hug her legs and ass.

By the time Tania finishes with her, Aila hardly recognises herself: Dark eyeliner accentuates the blue of her eyes, and her blood-red lips look fuller. Mera pulls Aila’s hair into a sleek, severe bun. The ankle boots from last night complete the outfit, and Tania steps back to examine her handiwork.

“Good enough,” she finally announces.

“Do I really need—?”

“Yes. Look, I know what Irwin likes, okay? I know how he thinks.” Tania touches up her own makeup before catching Aila’s eye in the mirror. “He isn’t going to expect you looking like this, like one of us. He’ll be thinking you’ll be just as demure and innocent as you were in the club.”

“I just…”

“Do you trust me?”

“As terrifying as you are, yes.”

“Then shut the fuck up and get downstairs. We have less than three hours and shit to do.”

The ‘shit to do’ turns out to be a manicure—Tania explains it away with a quick Gotta treat yourself sometimes. Aila settles back in her chair and lets the nail tech do his job. At least it keeps her mind off of what’s coming.

Harry listens as Aila complains the entire drive to the warehouse. She whines about her body still hurting, the tight bun tugging at her scalp, even the too-bright sunlight. He doesn’t tell her to shut up, only watches her hands gesturing wildly. But the instant the car comes to a stop in the car park, Aila can’t speak. She stares out the window at the rusted metal walls, the enormous gaping hole where the doors should be.

“Hey, you’ll do great,” Harry whispers. “Just be as assertive and confident as you were at the club.”

She lets out a breathless laugh. “I’ll need liquor for that.”

Yuri opens the car door before she can change her mind about the meeting. About everything. Aila follows the guard, Harry follows Aila, and soon enough, they’re at the entrance. Aila lifts her chin and steels her spine. Be confident, she thinks to herself, hoping to inspire courage. Pretend you don’t want to run away.

Irwin sits at a table in the centre of the cavernous room. A man stands behind him, another at Irwin’s left. Aila ignores the guard and inspects Irwin’s second out of the corner of her eye. His bleached hair flops over his pale, round face, and his brow quirks in Harry’s direction. The door screeches as it slides shut. Yuri murmurs an apology for the noise.

Without the sunlight, the warehouse is colder, darker save for the bare bulbs hanging over the table. The concrete bears cracks of time and use, and plywood boards cover what Aila assumes were once windows. Something rustles in the rafters overhead.

“Ah, the blushing bride-to-be,” Irwin drawls, waving at the chair across from him. “Lovely even in the daylight. And shadows.”

Aila approaches the table with determined strides. She can’t let him see how terrified she is. She sits though she doesn’t want to. The chill of the chair seeps through the fabric of her slacks.

“Yes, thank you.”

“Styles, how wonderful to see you.” His voice is hard, icy. Lacking any sincerity.

“Piss off, Irwin.”

Irwin laughs then turns toward Aila. His cold, almost shark-like, eyes roam across her body. They’re so much like Harry’s—green with a touch of brown—but vastly different. Harry never looks at her like this, not even back in the beginning. She represses a shudder.

“Ashton Irwin. You are?” When Aila doesn’t respond, he chuckles. “I suppose we should begin. Does your dashing groom know you’ve come without him by your side?”

“He does.”

“And he still allowed you to come, even though he can’t protect you if I decide to take your life right now?”

“He trusts me,” she says instead of bolting from her chair. “He also trusts you aren’t stupid enough to start a war.”

“Ah, trust. Very rare in this line of work.”

“I suppose so.”

Ashton laughs again. It’s not the same as before—almost warm, lighter. Not kinder. Aila is taken aback at how different he looks when he’s truly amused.

“I’ll just have to earn your trust, then. Now, Miss Bride—” At this, he sits up straighter, elbows on the table and holds folded before him. “I meant what I said the other night. You and I will get on quite nicely.”

“That depends entirely on the reason for this meeting. And your behaviour.”

“Don’t worry, I’ll be a good boy.” He winks quickly before sobering. “Horan and I… We’ve been at odds for years. Consequence of inheriting ‘companies’, shall we say, from fathers and grandfathers hellbent on destroying each other. You understand how this works, yeah?”

Aila raises a brow and struggles to pretend her hands aren’t trembling under the table. “I like to think I’m not a complete moron, so yes.”

“I’m sure you aren’t. One thing Horan has going for him: He doesn’t suffer lightly fools and idiots. Anyway. The symbiotic relationship our families have, the peace, the lack of wars between us, only goes so far as to keep ourselves in power. I’ll admit, it’s been lucrative, then and now. Horan Senior certainly knows how to grow an empire, but my father taught me to do the same.”

“Yours has grown through espionage, shady infiltration, coercion, and brute force.”

Harry kicks her ankle, shooting her a sharp look. She ignores him, stays focused solely on Ashton. He stares back coolly, unblinkingly, for a long minute. To her surprise, the corner of his mouth twitches upward.

“I see you’ve heard of me. You aren’t wrong. Not really. Had to make my way up somehow, didn’t I?”

Aila rises to her feet in one graceful motion. She has no clue where this sudden confidence came from, but she clings to it. “If we’re here for a history lesson on your ‘company’, as you called it, then I think we’re done. I was under the impression this meeting was called for different reason. I really don’t like being lied to, Irwin.”

“Mm, feisty. Just like Horan to fall in love with someone who’s gorgeous and has such a smart mouth. No, sit, sit. I wanted to discuss a partnership.”

“’A partnership’?” she murmurs after a pregnant pause. “Between you and Niall?”

Ashton gestures toward her chair, remains silent. Aila sits again. “Yes. A partnership. A team. A chance to—what would you say, Mikey? Strengthen the truce between us. We’ll keep our own various holdings, obviously. I don’t trust your fiancé with financial aspects as far as I can throw him.”

“But?”

“But we’d work together under an umbrella of sorts. We’ve teamed up before, I’m sure we can again.”

Aila exchanges a look with Harry, wondering what the Hell Ashton is talking about. Niall has never mentioned working with the Irwins before. Harry shakes his head minutely—he knows what Ashton means. He won’t tell her. Not here.

“Continue,” she demands as she looks back at Ashton, and he grins knowingly.

“When we’re having difficulties procuring our gains, we’ll rely on Horan and his employees for help. Same goes for him. He asks, we help. We ask, he helps. We can give support when needed.”

Harry’s foot presses against hers, a steady pressure that keeps her grounded. She swallows thickly and muses over what Ashton said. Even without knowing the depth of the history, she can imagine how horrible it would be if they refuse this offer. If she refuses. She doesn’t doubt that Ashton does not take rejection well. Finally, she clears her throat.

“And what exactly do you propose? If everything is being kept separate, wouldn’t it be exactly as it is now? And what kind of support would you demand of us? We don’t exactly strong-arm those we watch over into obeying us.”

“Of course you don’t,” he says, voice far too mocking and sardonic for Aila’s liking. He rolls his eyes. “You can’t really be this naive. No one obtains loyalty without force.”

“Loyalty with force isn’t loyalty at all,” she counters. “What you’re talking about is a dictatorship. Niall doesn’t do that. He works hard to earn the trust of our people. Yes, sometimes there are consequences, I won’t deny that. I’m not quite ignorant enough to believe otherwise. But he is fair. He punishes only the ones who deserve it. So I’ll ask once more. What kind of support do you want?”

Ashton’s eyes gleam with something Aila can’t quite read. He leans forward in his seat and gives her a slow, humourless smile. “Nothing much. Just presence, really. See, our side? We don’t do the whole ‘hold hands and chant prayers and love and rainbows’ thing. We do whatever is necessary to maintain control. Hear about that barricade at the docks last August?”

She thinks back then gasps. Her stomach lurches, her breakfast threatening to make a reappearance. She remembers the news reports as hospitals all over Primden—all three sections—filled with dying patients. Doctors begging for medication and food that could have saved them all.

“That was you?” She blinks rapidly; she can’t cry. It’s weakness. “You realise there was important cargo on those ships, don’t you? People died in the thousands because of that barricade.”

Ashton shrugs without remorse. “I don’t care. They weren’t obeying, so I made them. Moving on. I’m certain those refugees Horan seems to care so much about? Victims running from their abusers? And the homeless he provides with warm food and shelter? We can help.

“I know Tomlinson supplies them with documentation. Styles here allocates funding to the shelters. Horan runs a tight ship with his charity,” Ashton spits out as if the word is poison on his tongue, “but we can help relieve some of the load on resources. We own the docks your precious food is delivered to. We can stop it from coming in again.”

“You’d do that? Simply because we say no?”

Ashton smirks and checks his watch. “Think about it, Miss Bride. Talk to your fiancé and send Davenport with the answer.”

“When do you want a response?” she asks against her better judgement. She should say ‘no’. Right now. Open her mouth and tell him to fuck off.

He stands, planting his knuckles against the tabletop, and raises a brow. “Sooner rather than later. If I don’t hear anything by the end of next weekend, I’ll assume you’re rejecting my very generous proposal, and we’ll all go back to being at odds with each other. And Miss Bride? I’m not this cuddly with people who actively work against me.”

Aila watches Ashton and his two-member entourage leave. The door screams in its track, and she blows out a breath before turning to Harry. “How’d I do?”

“I almost believed you weren’t terrified,” he murmurs as he pats her hand.

She can only hope Ashton believed the same.

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Mark’s Backstory (for those on mobile)

Orcanus Marks grew up in the shadow of the Emperor; literally. His home on Pacifica, ocean world sporting only a single hive-shrine to the Emperor and Ollianus Pious, savior-saint of the Imperial Guard, was under one of the great statues, so that those who left their house would have the blessed gaze of the leader of mankind looking down upon them at all times. The face of the statue seemed full of hope, as if the Emperor himself were seeing through its chromium eyes at the potential and efficiency below him.

Marks wanted nothing more than to prove the statue right. When he turned of age, he volunteered for the Pacifica Guard, the local arm of the Imperial Guard, one of many young men of Pacifican birth who did so to escape the other inevitable endless toiling in the fishing fleet and aquaculture farms. The Guard was one of the few places that someone with his particular level of mutation (fully functioning gills spaced around his ribs, something rarer among Pacifica’s shrine livers as opposed to the wider planet as a whole) could do his duty to the Imperium without being looked upon with a frown of distaste or the eyes of someone searching for heresy. Quite the contrary; if you could breath as well above water as you could below, then the arms of the the Pacifican elite, the Tide Tyrants, were open and welcoming. For them, it was a gift from the Emperor, and those who bore it would serve him to the fullest of their abilities, by striking from below the waves with precision and with brutality, felling those who approached their home before they could do damage.

And too them Marks went, training with his brothers in arms to save the Imperium from its foes, inside and out. It was from inside that the foe came, as is want in the Segmentum Pacificus.

Slanessh’s tendrils snaked deep into the planet, brought to the peaceful world by the pleasures of an intrepid group of thrill seekers who got too far into their pleasure, setting root and breeding cultists, at first small groups, but then larger, powerful enough to be a danger. An entire section of the shrine was ejected, its corrupted cargo left to the pitiless depths of Pacifica’s world-ocean, the heretics cleansed by the jaws of the beasts below. But still it spread and soon attracted attention from above.

First, a single ship; Slanessh cultists, arriving from the Warp and setting down upon the water in a barely adapted transport craft that barely floated long enough for them to unload into ramshakle boats. They made it to the edge of the sea-mount that the Shrine rested upon before Marks and his unit of Tide Tyrants struck from below, rising from the ocean in the dark to pull startled heretics to a watery grave. Then, more, and worse; a larger force of cultists, and with them Dark Mechanicus forces, machines devoted to the Prince of Pleasure, descended from the skies on wings of fire. The Pacifica Guard were mobilized, the 305th (Marks unit) sent to defend the main statue of the Emperor that stood at the edge of the high-tide zone and the millions of civilians that lived in its shadow.

The fighting was fierce, and slowly the Chaos forces pushed onwards, nearer to the statue. The 305th, an infantry-only special unit, was slaughtered nearly to a man by the heavy armor that the Dark Mechanicus brought with them, falling back in staggered waves higher and higher up the tide-line, eventually meeting up with the hard-pressed 117th Pacifican Armored and their lines of Leman Russ tanks and Basilisk Artillery, but even then they were still forced back. The battle was fierce, explosions and collisions and stray anti-armor weaponry weakening the entire structure of the shrine below the battling factions. Marks,who’d been drafted as an extra gunner on a Basilisk, watched in growing horror as a Hellbrute sporting a monstrous steel phallus between its great mechanical legs and wielding a mighty whip, rose from the water and approached.

The Commissar of the 117th (the 305th had never had one as no Commissar so far had the mutation required to operate fully with them), who’d boarded the Basilisk after his former transport had taken a melta-shot, ordered a valiant charge at the beast; “We’ll ram this gun down it’s damn throat and feed it the Emperor’s holy fire! FORWARD YOU PIG FU-”

And that was the last Marks heard, for the Basilisk surged forward as if kicked by the foot of the Emperor himself, colliding with the Hellbrute and shoving it backwards…and shattering the ground beneath both machines with the force of the impact. The entire section of the hive, a mile-long span of shattered metal, simply collapsed, falling forwards towards the ocean and spilling everyone and everything upon it out and down. The Hellbrute ended up impaled on the raised sword of one of the smaller statues of the Emperor on the next level below, pierced straight through the base, emitting a sound that sounded far too pleasurable to be considered anything but heresy; the Basilisk hit the water and sank, Marks along with it.

How the fall didn’t kill him he wasn’t entirely sure…the water didn’t do much either, but that had more to do with himself than his luck. Marks had always been a champion diver and swimmer, aided by his mutation. Falling into freezing water was no different than sliding into a tub after a long day of work, and the waves welcomed him as they drew down the bodies of his fellows, of fallen cultists, and a hundred thousand tons of shattered shrine, floating him up and away to the shore, escorted by a pod of finless porpesos, semi-telepathic cetaceans and friends of the Guardsmen who fed them daily and played with them on their off hours and of the aquaculture companies that helped supply the shrine with food for its citizens and shipment off world.

And so Marks found himself the last survivor of the victorious 305th, a soldier without a unit.

But of course, Fate is not so kind as to simply let such a tale end there. No…for Marks, the loss of his unit was but the beginning of his troubles.

The Imperium was embroiled in the 13th Black Crusade. As such; the Cadian units that would NORMALLY be used to quell issues in certain sectors of the Galaxy were too busy holding their home ground.

Which was why when an issue flared on the tiny, nearly-unnoticed agriworld of Panem (High Gothic for “bread”, a major export), another member of the Segmentum Pacificus, it was the 117th and 305th Pacifican that were called to aid in the pacification. An uncommon occurrence to say the least, but desperate times…and so they were called forth.

Of course, the 305th and 117th existed only in name; Ocranus Marks was the only living member of both units, and as such, when the Imperium called, Pacifica sent what they asked for. A single battered soldier with his kit and a grudge against cultists. The Administratum seemed not to notice.

Thankfully for Marks, this assignment proved to be just what he needed to feel better; Panem was a bland, nonthreatening agri-world, the populous barely above feral worlders. Some of the populace, particularly their overly-indulgent Capitol, had begun to fall to Chaos. The presence of an unsanctioned latent psyker made everything that much more complicated.

But as always the Hammer of the Emperor came through; the combined forces of the Seattlite 1st through 5th, sporting their brightly colored blue and green uniforms and specialized lasguns, the Cadian 150th (still in system from a previous engagement), and the Pacifican 305th (literally just Marks, and a few locals who turned up to help fight the corruption) rolled over the would-be cultists with the force of an avalanche, leaving none standing and exterminatusing one of the lesser useful Districts on the planets face.

More importantly for Marks, he crossed paths on the battlefield with a strange, slim woman who spoke with accents reminiscent of both Fenris and Catachan and swung a hammer with brutal force.

Situation quelled, Marks expected to be sent home to rebuild his the 305th from the ground up.

Instead, the Great Rift came…and now he is a soldier upon the tides of the Warp, sent wherever the Guard is needed.

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