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Kara
Supercorptober 2023
The shortest poem is a name.” —Anne Michaels
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Kara tried not to wince as Esme put another band-aid onto her arm, the brightly colored cartoon dinosaurs all but mocking the rest of the pain they couldn't possibly cover.
"Thanks Bug."
She tousled her hair with her good hand.
"Does it hurt when you don't have your powers, Aunt Kara?" Esme asked her brown eyes round with concern.
Kara managed a smile. "It hurts a little right now, but no, not really. It just feels...kind of funny without my powers."
Esme nodded and looked at her seriously, almost too seriously for being five years old. But she always tries to be honest with Esme about these things.
Kara leans in closer as she reaches up to put another bandaid on, this time on her chin.
"Want to know a secret?"
Esme nodded enthusiastically.
"Sometimes it's nice without my powers. I mean, I don't have to be as careful when I get excited and hug Aunt Lena."
Esme giggled. "Or kiss her!"
"Or kiss her," Kara admitted with a blush. But then her smile faded a bit. "I feel bad worrying your mom, though."
"Aunt Lena worries too," Esme said.
Kara's heart ached at the truth of it. "Yeah. She does."
She held her hand out revealing another angry cut, "So we better get me fixed up before she finds out, huh?."
But then the sudden echo of heels on tile had both of them turning and Kara's stomach dropping.
"Kara Zor-el Danvers!" Lena's voice rang out.
Kara and Esme exchanged wide-eyed looks.
"Do you think she knows?" Kara whispered.
Esme nodded gravely. "Last time Momma used my full name was when I kept that frog in my room without asking."
Lena swept into the Medbay, jacket unbuttoned, hair astray, and panic in her eyes. She looked undone in more ways than one.
"Kara..."
Her voice quiets the second time she says her name.
Maybe she looks worse than she thought. Maybe the band-aids weren't helping as much as she hoped.
Alex turned the corner, face buried in lab reports, nearly running into Lena's back.
"Oh!"
Alex glanced between them and Esme quickly overcoming her surprise. "Did she say her whole name?"
Esme nodded without a bit of sympathy for her Aunt. "Yup!" then did her best to sound like her Godmother. "Kara Zor-el Danvers!"
Kara's cheeks flushed, but her eyes didn't leave Lena's.
Alex looked between them again and stepped forward to scoop Esme off the table. "What do you say we give these two a minute alone, kiddo?"
As they made their way to the door, Esme reached out to get Lena's attention, tugging on the bottom of her coat.
Lena bent down just enough that Esme was able to whisper in her ear, and Kara didn't miss the fleeting smile it caused before she stands up again, smoothing Esme's hair, and thanking her for helping Kara feel better.
And just like that they’re alone.
And she all but expects another round of her whole name hurting towards her.
But Lena stayed put.
Stayed quiet.
And Kara can’t read her expression.
And without her heartbeat to go by, she feels even more lost.
"The full-name treatment huh? When you were mad before, it was always just Supergirl, never even Kara."
Lena sighed, dropping her head a little. "That's not funny...or fair."
So,...so lost.
Kara's heart clenched, and she looked down at her hands in her lap, silly dinosaur bandaids placed against her bloodstained suit.
"I know, I'm sorry."
Kara watched Lena's eyes flit back and forth between her and the room as if unsure of where to focus her attention. Finally, she lets out a long sigh and turned to face Kara fully.
"I was in a meeting. A stupid meeting. I had no idea you were even doing anything that could have gotten you hurt. Jess had to tell me!"
And Kara tries to ease heaviness that settles with Lena’s anger.
"You have a lot of meetings; the odds of me getting hurt during one had to have been pretty high."
But quickly pulled her lip between her teeth wanting to pull the words back too when she looks again at her.
"Right, sorry, not funny."
Lens stepped between her legs, hands resting on her thighs, eye glistening with tears no longer held back.
"I'm sorry...again."
Kara let her head fall gently against her chest as she let out another sigh.
"I just barely got used to worrying about you during the big stuff. You know, world-ending, catastrophe-avoiding days. But this was just a normal day. I didn't think about ever losing you on just a normal day."
And Kara wants to tell her how much she knows what that feels like, wants to tell her how fragile humans are, how much she worries about normal days all the time. But she knows Lena needs to be mad at her now, needs to be able to feel however she is feeling and have that feeling be about her.
Lena's hands tightened on her legs, fingers digging into the fabric of her suit, and it's like she saying. Sometimes it's nice. To feel, to know, to be able to understand through touch alone the depth that Lena is feeling something, needing something.
Kara placed her hands over Lena's.
"I'm okay."
Lena nodded and let Kara pull their bodies together until they were wrapped around each other.
"You're not wrong. It was easier to be mad or worried about Supergirl. But I love Kara Zor el Danvers, all of her."
Lena's hand came up to cup her chin, thumb tracing the edge of the bandaid there.
"Even when she looks a little foolish."
Lena leaned the warm press of her lips, replacing the cool skin of her hand.
Kara grinned sheepishly. "I may or may not have picked them out myself. I thought they might distract you. It was obviously not as successful as I hoped. "
Lena rolls her eyes and helps Kara down from the exam table, steadying her with an arm around her waist as she finds her feet.
"Come on, let's get you home."
Kara leans into her side, brushes her thumb over Lena's knuckles as they walk together.
"So what did Esme say to you?"
Lena lets out a watery laugh and subtle eyebrow raise.
"That I should let you kiss me tonight."
Kara falters for just a step, but she quickly finds her feet again, along with a smile.
"Any chance we could throw in a couple hugs too?"
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Loving her is red (Referee's Version) II Lauren Hemp x Reader
mancity women masterlist I word count: 1718
After the draw against Chelsea most of the Manchester City teammates decided to go to their favourite bar and get a little drunk. Especially the two English players who got a red card in the game were on their best way to be a bit more than slightly drunk. The last one who joined them was Leila Ouahabi who got two yellow cards in their first WSL game this season in London, playing against Westham. Slightly worried she looked at the younger forward:” Hempito, how many shots did you already have?” Afterwards she waved at her other teammates with a bright smile on her face: Hola chicas!”
With a teasing smile on her lips Alex explained to the Spanish defender:“ Lauren’s trying to get to 81 because that’s the minute she got her red card.” “Don’t remind me of that, Al!”, the younger blonde whined. The Manchester City captain kept joking:“ I only have to get to 38 shots at least.” “You’re not serious, chicas! That’s loco!” “No shit, Leila. They’re obviously not.”, Chloe Kelly interjected giggling. Red faced Leila apologized: “Sorry, I don’t always get your British sense of humour.” “You’ll get used to it.”, Laura Coombs reassured her with a soft smile. Confidently Ellie Roebuck nodded, while hugging the brunette from behind: “Definitely.”
Meanwhile Alex handed her a couple of full glasses: “Here, those drinks are for you. For getting a red last week.” “Gracias.”, the dark-haired woman mumbled. A bright grin appeared on the blonde’s face: “De nada.”
“Drink!”, Lauren shouted into the Spanish defender’s ear. A loud laugh escaped her mouth before starting to taste her first drink of the night:“Okay, alright.” “Good!”, the younger forward replied, clearly satisfied. Her reaction made Leila laugh even harder:” She gets bossy when she drinks.” “Drink your drink.”
“Hempo. Leave her alone.”, Alex rolled her eyes as she cut through that conversation. “Fine.”, Lauren sighed. To the brunette their skipper said:” Don’t worry, it’s just the red card.” “Is it? Where’s Hempitos girlfriend?”, Leila asked empathetically, instinctively feeling that Lauren could need her love right now after such an awful match with a terrible result for her.
With a sympathetic smile Chloe answered: “Working.” “Still?”, Leila glanced surprised at her teammates. “She called after the game to talk to Hempo and we said we’d go out for a few drinks first.”, Laura added. “Oh okay.” Smiling the older woman tried to put her at ease: “She’ll pick her up later.”
Alex addressed the round of football players excitedly; “More drinks anyone?“ “Yes!“, Lauren nodded violently. “And apart from Hempo?“, the blonde defender laughed. “Me too.“, Filippa Angeldal joined in, while Ellie yelled; “Esme and me too!“ Esme Morgan sat next to their goalkeeper with reddened cheeks; “Exactly.“
While Alex ordered them more drinks, Chloes face darkened; “Guys?“ Khiara Keating, the youngest the group, looked up from her phone; “Huh?“ “Where’s Hempo? Her seat’s empty. Did anyone see her leave?“, the striker asked with her eyebrows drawn together in confusion. Esme turned around in her seat, looking for her team mate; “Lauren? Where are you?“ Leila did the same on the other side of their table, even getting up from her chair; “Hempito?“
As a slight nervousness spread among the football players, Lauren jumped out from under the table with a loud; “Boo!“ The mischievous smile on her face let everyone know that she was incredibly proud of herself. “Don’t scare us like that!“, Alanna Kennedy scolded her, but still shook her head in amusement. Lauren could barely contain her laughter; “You should have seen your faces!“ Annoyed, Chloe rolled her eyes; “That was not funny!“ “Yes, it was.“, Lauren kept giggling.
Several drinks later, Ellie took one look at Lauren slumped down in her chair and announced; “I think it’s time for Hempo to leave.“ Outraged she immediately sat up; “What do you mean?!“ “I’m calling her girlfriend.“, Alex decided. With glassy eyes, Lauren pleaded; “Oh come on. Don’t be boring.“ But she was slurring her words enough to make even Alex who had her fair share of drinks shake her head.
You were only mildly surprise when your girlfriends teammate called. You knew you were supposed to pick Lauren up but you were expecting her to call you herself. “Alex?“ “Hey. I think your girlfriend had enough. Will you come pick her up?“, she explained more loudly than necessary. “Yes, of course. I’ll be there soon.“, you nodded and ended the call. You just came home from work, so you were still in your shoes and jacket. All that was left to do was grab the keys and walk over to the bar.
Luckily the way was not that far, and it did not take you too long to find the celebrating football players in the room. “Hi girls. Come on time to leave Lauren.”, you chirmed. Happy about the fact that the women did not seem to be that sad about the loss anymore. Determined your girlfriend shook her head:”Nooo.” “Do you need help with her?”, Ellie offered in a friendly tone. Politely you replied: “No, I think we’ll be fine.” “Wait.”, Laura interjected, a warm smile on her lips. “What?”, you looked confused at her. Slightly out of breath Chloe explained: “Here. Coombsy made me run across the street to the chip shop to bring you some food you can eat at home.” “Oh, thank you, Chloe. This is really thoughtful of you.”, you told them moved by their gesture.
Smirking Leila observed: “She will need it.” “I think so too.”, you admitted while making sure that Lauren was ready to go and did not left any of her belongings at the bar. Quickly Laura hugged you and her younger teammate who got red carded earlier: “Good night, you two.” “Night, everyone.”, you waved at them.
Amused Chloe shouted: “Good luck getting her home.” “Thanks, I’ll need it.”, you answered laughing before turning to your girlfriend, let’s go love.” “Ugh fine.”, Lauren groaned, obviously not too excited about being one of the earliest to leave the team party.
After some fresh air on the way to your appartement you mumbled relieved:” We’re home.” “Finally. Can’t wait for my bed.”, the blonde yawned. Suddenly she felt the tension which the forward felt all day escaping her body as she was taking the first step into your appartement.
Her physical reaction did not go unnoticed by you:” That game has been a lot, right? Sorry, I couldn’t be there because of work.” “I know that. Actually.. I’m glad you didn’t come. The game was just overall shit.”, Lauren confessed. Still, you felt a little guilty for not coming to the football match: “I could’ve been there for you.”
As you two had been childhood sweethearts long before you had a name for what you two felt for eachother you tried to come to every home game your girlfriend had, and it did not matter the weather. But as you two became young adults sometimes work forbid the tradition you held dearly.
“No, you couldn’t. I was on the pitch.”, the forward reminded you softly. A sad smile appeared on your face as you kissed her forehead: “You’re right but I can be here for you now.” “It’s cool. Really. Proud of the girls for taking the point home. We could’ve lost 0:5.”, the blond muttered.
“Your team is really incredible.“, you nodded, thinking not only of the game but also of the familiar atmosphere at the bar a few minutes ago. Lauren let herself fall back onto your bed while kicking her shoes off; “They are. I love them.“ “I can tell.“, you replied slightly moved and changed into your Pyjamas.
Your girlfriend watched you from the bed; “Do you know what else I like?“ “Our bed?“, you laughed. Lauren smiled back at you; “That too!“ “And you?“, you prompted her to go on. „Bananas!“, she finally revealed happily. Surprised you paused and raised an eyebrow; “Are you hungry? I could get you one.“ “No, we still have the food the others gave us.“, she reminded you and then seemed to remember what she actually wanted to say; “Did you know that there are over 1.000 types of bananas?“ “Uhm, no. But that’s really interesting.“, you answered politely as you slipped into bed with her.
Excitedly, Lauren nodded; “I know, right?“ “What made you think of bananas?“ Your girlfriend snorted; “They’re yellow. Like the cards I’ve gotten. Doesn’t make sense that yellow plus yellow makes red.“ “No, it does not.“, you agreed, feeling sad for her because that topic was still so present in her mind. “I mean why red? That’s so aggressive.“, she kept going. Carefully, you put a hand in her hair; “You can’t stop thinking about it, huh?“ “No.“, she admitted. Her eyes were wet again and her lower lip trembled.
“Come here.“ You pulled her towards you, gently stroking her face. Laurens tears never came. She just swallowed hard; “It’s stupid, I know. We all know the ref made a lot of bad decisions today. But it still feels like I did something bad.“ “You did nothing wrong, love.“, you assured her. “I still won’t get to play the next few games.“ “I know…“ Sighing, Lauren sat up again; “I want some chips. You too?“ “Yes.“ She got out of bed to go into the kitchen where you put down the food. With the paper bag in hand, your girlfriend wanted to know: “Can we eat in bed?“ “Sure.“ Lauren cozied back up in bed with you and you two ate in silence.
The greasy food seemed to help with the alcohol. “Do you feel better?“, you wanted to know from your girlfriend. Shoving more chips into her mouth, she nodded; “Yes. They’re so good.“ “Agreed.“ “I guess I just needed some food.“, Lauren shrugged, grinning. You quietly laughed; “Seems like it.“ “So good.“, your girlfriend mumbled before laying down and closing your eyes.
You gently cleared the bed from the trash, pulled the blanket over Laurens body and kissed her forehead; “Sleep well, Lauren.“ It was quiet for a while when the football player suddenly said; “Hey?“ “Hm?“, you answered, now sleepy yourself. “Love you.“ A smile appeared on your face because your girlfriend finally sounded content; “I love you too.“
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Magic
“Ah fuck,” Alex growls as the coin clatters on the tile floor.
“Language, babe. You know with Kara here, Esme can still hear you even from her room.”
Kelly’s admonishment is firm but warm, and Lena has to smile when she sees Alex’s frustration morph into adoration for her wife.
“Sorry,” Alex mumbles, before she bends down to pick up the coin to try again.
“It’s okay to fumble a little,” Lena reminds her gently, “the key is going to be to create enough distraction with your voice and words that your subject won’t really be paying attention to your hand.”
They’ve been at it for a while now. It being Lena teaching Alex a couple of very simple magic tricks. Alex isn’t particularly good at learning them, but when Esme came home from preschool a couple of weeks ago babbling non-stop about the “cool tricks” her teacher showed them, Alex promised herself to learn a few so she could keep the glee going at home, too. After she spent a few evenings trying and failing miserably to teach them herself through some YouTube videos, she sent a call for help to the Superfriends.
And here they are now, Lena sitting in front of Alex, teaching her to hide a coin behind her fingers long enough to pull them out of Lena’s hair.
“You know,” Alex says as she shakes out her hand to get ready for her next attempt, “I know you’re a witch and all, but I never thought Lena Luthor would know these kinds of party tricks.”
Lena laughs. She demonstrates again how to tuck the coin first between and then behind her fingers while Alex watches.
“Lex taught me. Long ago, when we were both young. I think initially, he was trying to impress me, to be the cool older brother. But I saw through the tricks very quickly, so he pivoted to teaching them to me.”
Alex nods. She knows that Lena doesn’t like talking about Lex, especially not about this version of him, the brother who welcomed her into the family when no one else did, the brother she loved. Admittedly, Alex struggles to reconcile what she knows about Lex Luthor with the fragments of stories Lena has shared over the years, but she keeps that to herself. Mostly.
“Alright. Let me try this again.”
Alex concentrates, holds up her hand, and this time, the coin doesn’t fall. She lets out a loud whoop and gives Lena a high five. The excitement and noise must have drifted into Esme’s room because only a few moments later, both Esme and Kara appear in the kitchen.
“What’s all the ruckus about?” Kara asks.
Alex claps her hands together, beaming. “I learned a new skill. Here,” she waves at Esme to come closer. “Let me show you.”
Esme bounces over to her adoptive mom and Alex directs her to sit down on Lena’s lap. Esme is practically buzzing, kicking her legs out excitedly.
“What is it, what is it?”
“Hold still,” Alex tells her, and then she focuses on the trick. “See how I have nothing in my hands?”
Alex waves her hands briefly and Esme nods.
“Okay. But you know what? I think you, you might have something riiiight here.”
Alex slowly lifts her hand toward Esme’s left ear and produces the coin. It’s a bit clumsy but the coin doesn’t fall. It sits right in Alex’s hand.
For a brief second, Esme is silent. Then, she frowns.
“You had it tucked between your fingers.”
Alex sighs. She should have known that Esme would see through it. She’s just about to explain that she just wanted to learn a fun trick for her when Lena interrupts.
“I think that was my fault, actually.”
Esme twists in Lena’s lap so she can look at her, and Alex tilts her head in surprise.
“How so?”
“Well, you see, I gave Alex the wrong coin.”
Lena holds out her hand and Alex places the coin in her palm.
“This one,” Lena continues, “is just a regular coin. We need a magic coin for this to work, so let’s just, let’s get rid of this one, yeah?”
Esme nods, her gaze locked on Lena’s palm. Lena closes her hand, shakes it a couple of times and then opens it again and the coin is gone. Completely gone. Alex tries to see if Lena has it tucked behind her fingers but then Lena turns her hand around and spreads her fingers wide and the coin is nowhere to be seen.
“Now, should we try and find the magic coin?”
Esme nods vigorously this time, her eyes bright and curious.
“Alright. Let me see. Hm,” Lena turns to look over at Kara, who’s been standing a couple of feet behind her, observing. “Ah. I think I know where it is. Kara, could you come over here for a second?”
Kara smiles and steps closer. Lena gestures at her to bend down a little so she is face to face with both Lena and Esme. Then Lena turns to Esme.
“Can you see the coin?”
Esme shakes her head. “No. Where is it?”
“See if it is behind her ears maybe?”
Esme frowns a little but then both hands come up to move Kara’s hair aside. She checks both ears, several times.
“I don’t see it,” Esme pouts.
“Check again,” Lena encourages, giving Alex a quick wink.
And this time, when Esme’s hand moves towards Kara’s right ear to brush her hair to the side, a coin tumbles right into her little hand.
“It’s here!” Esme exclaims loudly, showing off the coin. She hops off Lena’s lap and runs into her room, squealing.
Kara looks a little stunned. “What? How did you do that?”
Alex huffs out a laugh. “You know, it’s not really fair to use actual magic. How am I supposed to keep up with that?”
But Lena just smiles. “No magic involved, Agent Danvers.”
And that leaves Alex just as stunned as her sister. “Wait. Really?”
“Mm,” Lena hums.
From back behind the kitchen counter, Kelly laughs.
“You’ve always been good with your hands, Lena. Maybe Alex needs a bit more practice?” And then, she smirks: “I’m happy to volunteer as a test subject.”
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"I've always wondered what it would be like to kiss you" would be a cute supercorp if you're still bored/ taking kissing asks ^_____^
Thanks for the ask!
“I always wondered what it would be like to kiss you.”
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Kara just might kill Alex as she zigzags her way across the room towards the kitchen, managing to avoid every single stupid piece of mistletoe that’s currently attached to her sister’s ceiling.
It’s awkward enough having to kiss anyone under mistletoe, let alone someone in her family. There are two couples in the room, the rest of them single, and either way, getting caught with any of them under mistletoe sounds like a nightmare.
Besides Esme that is, when she saw the little girl standing under one of the many hanging sprigs, Kara had taken a couple of quick side steps to bring herself under the plant too, scooping her niece into her arms and pressing a smacking kiss to Esme’s cheek that had the young girl giggling in her arms.
(She’s actively trying not to imagine what would happen if she got caught under mistletoe with Lena).
Alex and Kelly are the two that have been caught the most, Kara suspecting that’s the reason why there’s so much mistletoe in the first place. Winn and Brainy shared an incredibly awkward kiss and Winn and James shared a not so awkward one, which Kara makes a mental note to ask Winn about later.
So yes, she’s actively avoiding the plant at all costs, which is easier said than done when she’s walking back to the living room, more snacks in hand, and she looks up and sees Lena walking towards her. Lena smiles, one of her soft smiles that crinkles the corner of her eyes and always makes Kara’s heart skip a beat, breath getting caught in her chest.
It’s maybe a little bit her fault what happens next, because her mind focuses solely on that smile and how beautiful Lena is, and she trips, sending the plate of cookies she’d just grabbed cascading across the floor.
Her cheeks heat as she bends down to try and salvage at least some of them, pouting at the mess and waste of cookies now on the floor.
Lena helps, which only makes the blush spread down her neck when she remembers that Lena was a witness to her clumsiness.
“Thank you,” Kara says, returning the plate to the kitchen with one last sad look.
(She’s not above eating floor food, but she’s not going to let Lena know that, she’ll just eat them later).
“You-“ Lena starts, only to be cut off by a shout from Alex across the room.
Kara freezes, knowing immediately what’s happening even though Alex only called out her name. And sure enough, with a glance up, Kara sees mistletoe hanging right about her.
And not just above her, but Lena too.
“I…” Kara’s about to protest but trails off when she looks back down to find green eyes close. There’s a light blush on Lena’s cheeks and that same soft smile on her lips and Kara falls even more in love.
“I guess we have no choice but to kiss,” Lena says, tucking her hair behind her ear in what Kara recognises as a nervous gesture.
“We don’t have to,” Kara says quietly. Despite the teasing they’ll get, Kara’s not going to do something that’ll make Lena uncomfortable.
“I want to.” Lena’s throat bobs. “If you do too.”
Kara does, she really really does.
Lena’s leaning forward and then Kara is too, the pound of Lena’s heartbeat filling her ears, a similar beat to her own.
They meet in the middle, noses bumping and Lena lets out a small laugh, the sound swallowed when Kara slots their mouths together properly.
Lena sighs and Kara feels fingers tangle in her sweater.
She’s never been happier about dropping food in her life.
“I always wondered what it would be like to kiss you,” Kara says, no time to be embarrassed by the words when Lena smiles.
“So have I.”
Kara’s heart skips. “Maybe we could do it again sometime?”
Lena laughs, eyes bright. “Are you asking me out?”
Kara’s brain isn’t working right now, words spilling from her mouth without thought. “If I am, would you say yes?”
“Yes.”
Kara beams, taking two steps away from Lena, the fingers gripping her shirt causing Lena to follow. The move brings them under another bunch of mistletoe.
“Well, would you look at that.”
Lena laughs before she kisses her again.
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MY TWILIGHT FANCAST!!!
(Btw all actors were chosen while keeping their younger selves in mind)
Michelle Trachtenberg as Bella Swan
This is basically how I've always pictured Bella, minus the blue eyes. She's got the full lips, heart-shaped face, and super pale skin (you can't really tell in this photo but she's as white as a ghost).
Cillian Murphy as Edward Cullen
What do you want me to say? Imagining Edward as Cillian Murphy isn't the most hilarious shit ever? Cause it is. I think what really gets me is that nothing about how Edward is described goes against the idea that he's a Cillian Murphy lookalike (except his green eyes). Don't care if it's silly, it's MY silly little rabbit. If you don't like having fun then I GUESS...
Jeff Ward as Edward Cullen
Are you happy now?
Eddie Spears as Jacob Black
He could turn up the bitchiness to 11 and I'd love every minute of it. His annoyed expressions would be great for Jacob Black. He also has a large frame and would be able to become big like Jacob did. Really fun actor to watch.
Sarah Gadon as Rosalie Hale
While she isn't very tall, she has the elegant and untouchable look I've always imagined Rosalie to have. She's undoubtedly beautiful and glamorous in a more subtle way than people usually expect when they picture Rosalie.
Tom Welling as Emmett Cullen
I think he's a great fit for Emmett. It's said that Emmett has a boyish face but a muscular body and that's literally what Tom Welling is. He's surprising super buff, like he has massive gains, but still has a youthful face. I even think he'd do a good job at portraying Emmett's personality.
Rachel Leigh Cook as Alice Cullen
Whenever I think of girls with big eyes, I think of Rachel Leigh Cook. I don't think that young Winona Ryder is a bad fit but I've always seen her as more of a tomboy while Cook looks very cutesy even when she had a pixie cut. I also see Cook as a better fit for the energy Alice has. She's really small too which helps.
Alex Pettyfer as Jasper Hale
The main reason I chose him is because he fits the two things I think of when I think of Jasper, good looking and unapproachable. There's a lot of young handsome blond actors but not all of them call pull off the RBF required to play Jasper. He doesn't really have that hardened by war look but he does what he can.
Brittany Murphy as Esme Cullen
This one is a little crazy but hear me out. I think that Brittany could bring a lot of Esme's character that we don't really see to the surface. Esme is borderline unhinged (shes an immortal being and spends her time as a housewife making food no one will ever eat) and seems like the type of woman who's soft and warm hearted but has a bit of a depressing air to her. Brittany could portray this special flavor of despondent very well. I almost didn't choose her because it's suggested that Esme basically has chubby cheeks but Brittany's face is also heart shaped so yolo.
Jude Law as Carlisle Cullen
I've always imagined that Carlisle is the kind of guy who looks older than he actually is. When he pretends he's in his thirties it's still a stretch cause he looks like he could be 27 max but it's not as shocking as if he was a 23 year old with baby face. Jude Law is a pretty handsome guy and I do imagine he would distract nurses at the hospital if he were a doctor. I also think he's handsome enough to be "better looking than any moviestar" Bella has ever seen. Jude Law is an amazing actor and would do a great job too I just know it.
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Luthor.
The name was there, innocently written on a form. Oblivious to the reaction he had just provoked. Images from another time, almost from another life flashed before her eyes, bringing with them a familiar feeling in her chest. Kara still struggled to identify exactly what she was feeling when she thought of Lena Luthor. There was this pain so characteristic of a heartbreak but also so much warmth. Almost a fondness for a woman that she hadn't seen for at least ten years.
Despite all these years, the imprint left in Kara's heart by the Luthor had not disappeared and she was pretty sure that it would be a part of her for the rest of her life.
Kara had accepted it, had made peace with the fact.
But now, the Luthor name was hooked with another one and worn by a kid.
Kara looked up from her list and, without really realising it, observed the children gathered in the station. Looking for some familiarity in one of them.
Green eyes, lustrous black hair, a brillant smile. It was a mini-Lena that she was looking for and she didn't find her.
A sigh escaped her lips. Ellie Luthor-Spheer also had to look like her father and she felt stupid for forgetting it.
She had to say she didn't really want to think too much about Lena's partner. She was happy for her, of course she was, but part of her still swallowed a difficult discovery.
A nudge snatched her from her thoughts.”
“Why are you so gloomy? Kids day is your favorite.”
Alex. Of course.
“Nothing.”
She didn't believe it herself but a small audience was waiting for them. Kara clapped her cheeks under her sister's curious gaze before advancing towards the kids, smiling brightly.
- - - -
Ellie, she was going to learn it quickly, was indeed her mother's daughter.
The morning had passed quickly, followed by a quick lunch, and after playing a little, the children had been invited to participate in an obstacle course mimicking firefighter training under Kara's supervision.
She loved to see them so focused, there was something so touching about their efforts to surpass themself. She also appreciated when one of them accepted her help in case of struggle. She did not fail to finish the course with them and trade a highfive after the cardboard flames had been knocked over by the garden hose.
One of the kids, however, didn't seem ready to accept any help.
Noticing the little brunette who couldn't climb a ladder, Kara approached slowly.
“What's up, kiddo?”
A pair of brown eyes turned to her.
“It's okay. I can do it.”
The frowned brows and a determined pout were saying one thing but the slight tremor that ran through her said another.
Kara quickly understood the problem. For her age, the girl was a bit on the shorter side, and the obstacle asked her more effort.
“Are you sure you don't want me to help you ?”
She would probably get there on herself but there were other steps to go and fatigue would accumulate. By accepting a helping hand here, she would finish the course more easily.
With pursed lips, the girl seemed to think for a moment.
The striking image of somenone Kara knew far too well. Or had known.
“If you help me, that will prove them right.”
It had been said in a whisper, as if the child was not sure expressing it was a good idea.
“What do you mean ?”
“Betty and Jo. We're in the same class. They said that I wouldn't make it. Ms. Ryan helped me too at gym and they laughed at me.”
The rest was easy to understand : she wanted to prove them wrong.
“What's your name ?”
Kara was so sure of herself but she asked just in case.
“Ellie.”
The resemblance was in the details. A dust of freckles traced brown skin on the nose, the pout was typically Lena, the eyebrows and shape of the eyes too. Where they could have been green, the iris were a warm brown. Long black hair were tied in a ponytail.
“It's never bad to ask for help, Ellie. You know, we are a squad for a reason. It's because there are several of us that the firefighters can save people. By helping each other, we go further. Betty and Jo will understand it one day. And I'm sorry if they bothers you with that but they're not what's important here. Isn't it more important to pass all the obstacles even if you need a little help? You want to finish it, right ?”
A smile appeared, initially shy. Two dimples then formed and Ellie nodded firmly.
“Can you push me a little ?”
Oh this is bad.
The Lena Luthor charm was apparently hereditary.
Fondness blooming in her chest, Kara did exactly that.
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Five came and with them, the parents.
After the obstacle course, the activities had been quieter and Kara had been used as a pillow a number of times. Mostly by her niece, Esme, which did not fail to make her stick her tongue at her sister, because of course auntie Kara was the best, but also by little Ellie. The approach had been timid at first but she was now tucked under her arm, all smiles, while she was talking about her favorite cartoon character with Esme.
Until this very important discussion was interrupted by a squeal.
“Mommy.”
Kara wasn't going to lie, she had imagined Lena as a mother one or two times. She had never doubted that she would make a good mom because she loved with all of her heart.
Seeing her pick up Ellie to hug her, a few kisses landing on the girl's head, was not so surprising. She seemed soft, softer than she had ever been, and still so beautiful. Freer too, as if part of the weight on her shoulders had been lifted.
“Auntie Kara.”
It wasn't the first time Esme called her but it took Kara a while to look away, afraid that Lena may disappear if she shifted her gaze.
“Mama waving at you.”
As to prove it, she pointed to her mother who, hidden behind the truck, waved frantically.
“What, Alex ?”
Kara articulated exaggeratedly without a sound.
Her sister did the same, gesturing to the entrance.
“Lena's here.”
No shit, Sherlock !
Kara felt herself roll her eyes. Talk about a warning.
“Come on, mommy, you have to meet her.”
Oh boy. What Kara would have given to hear the siren ring. She would have cursed it too.
Lena had followed in a fond chuckle that stopped as soon as green met blue.
“Lena.”
Kara's smile was way too big, her feelings barely bottled up in her chest. With excitement, a little voice repeated the name in her head again and again, as if to make up for all the times she couldn't say it.
Surprised, Lena needed a little more time, but she smiled too, that secret smile Kara could swear she was the only one to see. Double dimples, eyes shining, and that bashful head tilt.
“Kara. Small world, isn't it ?”
Like every time her name rolled on Lena's tongue, Kara felt herself melt.
And Kara wondered : what do you do when you see the love of your life again ?
You take your chance, her heart whispered.
You let her go, her head replied.
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I absolutely have no idea what this is. But I can't see the finale yet, so I'll find out through Tumblr what happens! In the meanwhile, a something I wrote after an exam.
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The wedding ceremony had finished a few hours ago, and now it was just the superfriends in their room.
Brainy and Nia had gone home thirty minutes ago, claiming that they wanted to spend a little bit of time alone-. Alex and Kelly understood, of course. So now it was just the rest of them. Winn, James and Mon-El chatted happily at one of the tables. Alex and Kelly had gotten tired of dancing, and they were now talking with little Esme about who-knows-what.
Kara, oh sweet and lovely Kara had been talking to J’onn. She’d been sitting there, forehead against forehead for a while, before they started to communicate the human way.
Lena was alone. She’d decided to just go outside, enjoy the air and the night sky after looking at Kelly and Alex for so long. She wanted what they had. She wanted it so badly. She wanted a perfect partner at game night, a partner when it came to slow-dancing to old pop love songs… She wanted it all. And she had it… More or less. But she was pretty certain Kara would never feel the same way. She let out a sigh when she heard a few steps behind her.
“Oh! Kara! Hi!” Speaking of whom, huh? Kara’s bright smile and pink cheeks shook Lena of whatever worries might’ve been relentlessly following her for a while, and she gave her a light half-smile back.
“Hi, Lena. I um- Wanted to talk about something.” Kara spoke, glancing at Lena and at the floor and back at Lena.
Lena simply raised an eyebrow, but let Kara speak. The moonlight looked so good on her. The white shining against Lena's skin on such a dimly-lit balcony. The stars looked at her deep green eyes and smiled, Kara was sure. And she- She looked at her like she was the moon. A gaze full of admiration, passion, love, even. Kara had always loved looking at the moon, but she… she brought a new meaning to the phrase.
“Mon-El asked me to go to the future with him. So Brainy doesn’t have to go.” Kara breathed out, looking at Lena.
Oh. Oh. So that's it. That's what they were talking about a few hours ago. Lena looks at her, and Kara feels the tears forming in her eyes. She feels them burn and she forces herself to keep looking at Lena, staring at her and faintly shaking her head.
“I said no.” The words come easy to her mouth, now. They too had come easy when she was talking to Mon-El. It was just a ‘no, I can't’, but now, talking to Lena, she felt as if all the words had gotten stuck into the back of her throat. Ironic, how someone who used to work with words can barely form a sentence now.
“You- You did?” Lena's question is low, as if she were afraid of Kara’s answer.
Kara clears her throat, and Rao, is she finding this hard. In all books she's read it comes so easy. It's so simple to just say that they're in love and-. And it's not. Fighting Nxyly, Lex, all of them. They seem easy in comparison.
“Yes I did.” She finally manages to articulate, looking at the floor and back at the woman in front of her. The moonlight looks good on Lena Luthor, that's for sure. “I said no because… There's a lot of things without a check in my bucket list.”
Lena sighs. It's her only reply, a sigh. Kara then sees the point she's missed and looks out to the dark. She grabs Lena's hand, gives it a tight squeeze that makes the brunette turn to look at the skies too.
Kara doesn't find it hard to tell where Krypton was. She's memorised its position, it's written into her brain, a place she can always locate. No matter where she is. And maybe it's the sight of her old planet, the remembering the couples she saw there, and how much she longed to have that here on earth, that makes her speak.
“One of the items in my list is… Slow dancing, in the dark… With someone I love. With someone I'm in love with.” She looks at her, at Lena, with hopeful blue eyes, and just sees Lena's face turn into a grin before grabbing her own hand and pulling her close.
She gives her a kiss. Lena kisses her first, a sign, a reply, a yes. A yes she's been wanting since day 1, even though she wasn't fully aware that she did. Lena's lips taste a bit like champagne, a bit like peach lipstick and a lot like love. And it's wonderful.
She doesn't want to break apart, and neither does Lena. But eventually, they do, short of breath and smiling as widely as ever.
Kara feels so happy. Happier than she's felt in ages. Happier than she's felt before.
Lena looks at her with a smug grin, and says, “Let’s go tick off slow dancing in the dark off your list, shall we?”
Kara beams excitedly, and gives her a kiss because now that has a deeper meaning, not just her pretending-this-is-definetly-a-platonic-kiss-and-hiding-that-i-actually-want-to-kiss-your-lips.
They dance for a while. Humming along to some old love song. Lena's head on her shoulder and her running her fingers through Lena's hair with a smile.
And now, Kara can finally tick it on her list. Just another reason not to go to the future, slow dancing in the dark.
#supercorp endgame#supercorp#supergirl#lena#lena luthor#kara#kara danvers#kara zor el#kara and lena#kara x lena#this is just me and my after physics exam thoughts#i dont even know how it happened#but here it is#lots of supercorp
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I absolutely love you for having them make sufganiyot!!! I literally had to stop reading and come scream at you about it! I was worried when everything was about Christmas in the first chapter but now my heart is full, thank you! <3
Hi! The sufganiyot bit is something I added thanks to my friend Hope! There's actually a scene in the next part I'm writing where Kara and Lena make them together! I had been asking her what are the foods that are commonly eaten during Chanukkah are, and in particular what are her favorites (because I like to include little shoutouts to my friends they will be able to pick up).
The Danvers are Jewish, but Alex wants Esme to experience all the different holiday traditions because it's her first winter with her new family. So I've been doing some research (since my traditions differ), and hopefully I can manage to include different things. There's going to be something about the pagan traditions in the next parts too, because I am pagan and I wanted to include a bit about that as well.
The alpine region I come from still preserves a lot of folk/pre-christian winter solstice traditions, so that here a Christmas tree is not as coupled with christianity as it's intended in North America. It's more similar to Yule traditions - in the mountains a lot of the trees that are used during christmas and can't be replanted are burned in a bonfire on January 6th, when we also burn the "vecia" the effigy of an old lady who symbolizes all the bad things from the past year that we don't want to carry over in the new.
It should also be noted that I am open to more suggestions about other traditions that I should include!
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Redoing my titles + writers spec
So, with the new information, I’m trying to update my spoiler speculations accordingly.
13 - The Gauntlet: Dana Horgan (story) & Jay Faerber & Brooke Pohl
I had this down as a Lena/Andrea and maybe the point where Lex re-enters the picture. Lena/Andrea is still a possibility but so far it doesn’t look like Lex is back yet unless they are hiding him really well.
This is also contains the test of course. If it really totem = a person, and courage = Alex that could fit with my take that Faerber was involved in writing Welcome Back Kara.
14 - Magical Thinking: Derek Simon & Karen Maser
Well, it at least confirms a very small thing about my theory that writers like to bring back stuff they introduced, with Karen Maser being the one who introduced Esme and who now brings her back for this episode.
Derek Simon has written a bunch of strong Lena action girl episodes ( most notably Trinity ) or strong Lena contributes episodes (like Man of Steel) so I kind of assumed that his influence would be dominant. (note that both Derek Simon and Karen Maser are co-executive producers though I think Maser has been one for longer).
I guess there is a chance that this is another Kelly centric episode where Kelly = humanity? Or it is more Lena centric with Lena = destiny? Or it’s destiny, but destiny is one of the few totems Nyxly manages to get?
15 - Hope for Tomorrow: Robert L. Rovner (story) & Emilio Ortega Aldrich & Nicki Holcomb
Now that we know about the totems we know that this is likely about the totem of Hope and naturally Hope = Kara. I guess it makes sense that this warrants attention from the big guy Rovner.
Other than that I had this tentatively scribbled down for maybe Brainy or Nia stuff based on the writers, but we really know very little about the episode.
16 - Nightmares In National City: Rob Wright & Jess Kardos
Based on the title I would assume that this is about the Dream totem and hence would expect this to be Nia focused. Which would fit with the writers, they also wrote the prom episodes which were rather Nia heavy in addition to Kara and Alex heavy.
Okay, originally there was a rumor that 17 would be called Truth and Consequences and 18 would be Believe In A Thing Called Love.
Later the writers guild of america site was updated to have 17 as I Believe In A Thing Called Love with Dana Horgan & Nicki Holcomb as writers. It should be noted that the WGA has wrong information on it, it has two episodes called Lost Souls rather than having the correct info on Prom Again.
Personally, I still think that:
Truth and Consequences is a perfect Lena/Andrea/William title. And either of them would be a really interesting choice for the truth totem. Also Dana Horgan to me strikes me as a though not exclusively so but still fairly Lena centric writer. So to me the perfect combination would be 17 + Truth and Consequences + Dana Horgan and Nicki Holcomb as writers + it’s about the truth totem.
With 18 being about the totem of love, maybe containing a Dansen engagement, which means that Kelly or Dansen (or even little Esme!) would be love and somebody else could be/would be humanity (maybe Lena as humanity in 14? though that seems a bit weird to me if they just made her a witch, wouldn’t declared normal person Kelly be a better representative for humanity?). Though I guess it’s possible that it could be Brainy’s love for Nia? Or J’onn’s love for Kara and Alex? Or if you are true Karamel believer you could hope that that’s where Mon-El returns.
But I have to at least entertain that my “OMG, Truth and Consequences is a perfect title for a potential Lena or Lena&Andrea episode” issues are not indulged. and really 17 is Love and 18 is Truth. One thing that could come of it would be what if they shot stuff heavily out of order near the end and the “love” is a Dansen wedding or engagement and the “consequences” is the death and funeral of William, explaining why Alex is wearing a ring at the funeral? (I still think that episode 20 is way too stuffed to contain a big battle AND a funeral AND a wedding AND various wrap up scenes AND a big speech AND potentially the reintroduction of guest characters, so shooting stuff out of order with the special guest stars like James makes a ton of sense to me, like have a wedding or engagement party in 18 and James is present for it)
But yes, I can also entertain that 17 = Love = Lena centric beacuse of Dana Horgan.
That would leave William or Andrea as the most likely candidates for truth in episode 18. (I still really like the concept of William passes the test of Truth, dies a hero’s death and passes the totem on to Andrea who feels so humbled by his sacrifice that she becomes a better person) But with us not knowing who wrote it there isn’t really much to go on except a potential title and the concept that there has to be a truth token and me thinking that truth fits those characters the best (Wlilam tries to find the truth, Lena of course was very hurt by truth being kept from her, Andrea is William’s boss and just recently had some lines about truths and secrets)
There are also rumors that episode 19 is called Last Gauntlet. So this would presumably be where they retrieve the last totem. Based on the episode title game, it would have to be either destiny and humanity. My main instinct was that humanity would be considered most important and would be last. But I guess it could also be destiny if Kelly = humanity = episdode 14.
What this leaves out is the return of Lex. We know he is back in 19.
I originally had him penned down for him showing his presence again in episode 13 because of
1.) the writers involved
2.) It would make a lot of sense to bring Lena and Wiliam in contact for 14
3.) Melissa mentioned that the return of Lex would play a role in Kara and Lena letting bygones be bygones and we know they work together in 14.
But unless they are hiding him intentionally from the spoilers for surprise reasons, it doesn’t seem likely to me anymore. Since we now know that Lena’s ritual in 2 has something to do with Nyxly not Lex. I guess it’s possible that Lena and Kara have a different disagreement later in the season that then is put aside due to the return of Lex? Death of William? Misuse of power? Lena withholding information on Acrata?
Anyway, if it is not 13 where Lex start working from the shadows, my second guess would be 17 because of Horgan. Or 15 because of Rovner (since his presence implies important episode). Which would make some sense if like teaming up with Lex causes Nyxly to become more powerful, allowing her to unleash a NIghtmare On National City.
I don’t really buy that they can add him back that late into the plot as just 19. I feel like at the very least you would have to feel his presence whether Lex himself is present (like in the garbage island episode) for it to feel satisfying that he is the one in the big last battle. But with how they gave Nyxly a different sidekick I guess there is less need for him, since she already has a sidekick who acts as her guide to this world and who she can explain her plans to.
@peggystormborn there is a rumor that the title of the last episode could be “Kara”, made me think of you and your neither Kara Danvers nor Kara Zor-El nor Supergirl, just Kara theories.
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Supergirl 6x15: Hope for Tomorrow.
Hey everyone, Korra here. I know this one is over a week late. I had a LOT of family stuff going on last week and I just needed some time to myself. But I’m back now and I’m watching both Supergirl episodes today. So 1/2 is here, and how did it do? Let’s find out, and just to be safe, SPOILERS AHEAD.
Fricking adorable. I love this opening so much. Alex being nervous, Kara and J’onn being excited for her. Jesus, my heart melted when Kara was called “aunt Kara” by J’onn. Too bad we’ll never see this from Superman & Lois because Kara is happy that her family is expanding.
Nyxly is ready to steal the Hope Totem this time. This plan just involves her jumping right into the building and taking it. Not sure why last time they were going to sneak in and have to murder a guard, but oh well.
The peace talks senator lady had me rolling. Telling Nyxly and J’onn off. Girl, I love you. Also when she glares at J’onn to tell him to change as to not “upstage” her, priceless.
Everyone is SO excited to meet Esme and I can see why. She’s so cute omg. When she tells Lena she’s pretty or when her and Brainy started talking. This whole scene was great. Also Chyler is doing an amazing job portraying Alex’s anxiety over being a new mom and not wanting to mess this up. More on that in a bit.
Supercorp scenes are plenty this episode. Lena is just smirking at Kara she tells her her money is on her to secure the Hope Totem first.
Lena speaking Kryptonian...I have no words.
Speaking of, Kara literally goes to Lena for every issue she has this episode. I know Alex was busy with her own plot, but still. Not J’onn, not Brainy, Lena. Kara goes to Lena. Hm-mh.
This is connected to the next point but I’m DYING over the fact that this like, 6 year old child is like “Oh you’re Kara!” Lena is currently finding a curse spell as we speak because it took this child 5 minutes to figure out while it took Lena 5 years lolololol.
Kara and Esme have a wonderful moment of bonding that also demonstrated how terrifying it was to be Kara when she first got to earth. I thought this whole scene was done masterfully and my heart SHATTERED for Alex when Esme cried out as she ran away. Ugh.
Supergirl is struggling hard to figure out how to inspire mass amounts of hope, and Lena suggests that Kara (you know, Lena’s hero Kara Danvers) is the one who needs to do it. Kara goes to write an article and Andrea acts like a freaking bitch about it. Andrea, homegirl, I love you but seriously? First you’re a mean bitch to William and now Kara? What has gotten into you?? Someone needs to come and give you a massage or something because you are just being one sour bear recently.
Comically, Nyxly kidnaps William and Kara is just like ??? Same girl, same. Yet another ploy from the writers to make us feel something when they kill him off in the 2 part finale.
Alex and Kelly giving Esme the Truthseeker alien so she knows they’re being honest with her when they say they’re never giving up on her and that they love her? THAT’S OKAY SUPERGIRL, I DIDN’T NEED MY HEART TO NOT MELT TODAY. It was so beautiful and got my eyes wet for sure.
Kara does all these little things to help inspire hope and shockingly this doesn’t work lol. But then Kaznia and Corto Maltese start blasting missiles at one another and together Kara, J’onn, and Brainy stop them! These action shots looked epic. Also Kara saying she had a soft spot for Kaznia was a nice call back to Red Daughter.
Kara comes to the realization that she can’t win against Nyxly by playing her game. So why does she do? She CHUCKS the Hope Totem into the sun. Dramatic yet effective. This surely won’t have consequences for her.
Chyler played Alex so well this episode. The final scenes with Kelly as they discuss their new motherhood is gold. She blew me away with her performance this episode. Alex looked nervous and tired and excited and hopeful all at the same time. This cast is some of the Arrowverse’s best and I’m gonna miss the hell outta them once it’s all over.
Lex is aboard the Nyxly train now and gifts her a watch with a supersuit to protect from harm. Wait, this sounds vaguely familiar... Nah, this possibly can’t be yet another Supercorp parallel? Hahahaha, JK it is. The only difference is one is supposedly romantic and the other is only about FrIeNdShIp.
Overall, I really liked this episode! There was more focus on Alex and Kara as the central leads with some really great action scenes and Supercorp moments. I did miss Nia a little, but she’s getting the major focus next episode so I’m okay with her not being here for now. I’m curious and excited to see how the next episode goes. See ya shortly!
#supergirl#kara zor-el#kara danvers#lena luthor#supercorp#supercorp endgame#alex danvers#kelly olsen#sentinal#guardian#dansen#esme danvers olsen#j'onn j'onzz#martian manhunter#brainy#william dey#andrea rojas#nxyly#mitch#supergirl spoilers#supergirl 6x15#red daughter mention#lex luthor mention#supercorp parallel
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The Twilight Saga: Breaking Dawn–Part 1
Starring: Kristen Stewart, Robert Pattinson, Taylor Lautner, Nikki Reed, Ashley Greene, Kellan Lutz, Jackson Rathbone, Peter Facinelli, Anna Kendrick, Elizabeth Reaser, Billie Burke, Michael Sheen, Dakota Fanning, Jamie Campbell Bower, Christian Serratos, Chaske Spencer, Mackenzie Foy, Rami Malek, Christopher Heyerdahl, Alex Meraz, Bronson Pelletier, Julia Jones, Booboo Stewart, Sarah Clarke, and Jodelle Ferland
Screenplay by Melissa Rosenberg
Directed by Bill Condon
Cinematography by Guillermo Navarro
I do not own any of the pictures posted.
SPOILERS AHEAD
Breaking Dawn–Part 1 begins a few months after the events of the previous film, showing us many of Bella’s loved ones receiving invitations to her and Edward’s marriage. We see Jacob receive an invitation, and as a result, he turns into a wolf and skips town.
The night before the wedding, Bella has a dream of the event with all her friends and family there, and like her, wearing white. The dream ends with both her and Edward covered in blood, with them standing on a the ever-growing pile of Bella’s dead loved ones from bites of a vampire.
After this dream, Bella, with the help of Alice and Rosalie, gets ready for her wedding. She enters wearing a simple-yet beautiful white fitted gown to a a crowd full of her family and friends, with Edward waiting for her at the end of the isle. They marry, and all is to celebrate.
During the reception, Jacob returns after he had skipped town after receiving an invitation for the wedding. Bella and Edward happily exchange their vows and are married. Bella is thrilled to see Jacob, and the two share a dance in the woods. Bella admits that she and Edward plan to consummate their marriage on their honeymoon while she is still human, and Jacob becomes furious, knowing that this could possibly kill her. Sam and the other pack members restrain Jacob before he phases, and they leave.
After the wedding, the now married Bella and Edward spend their honeymoon on Isle Esme, and they have sex for the first time. The morning after, Edward realizes that Bella has numerous bruises and is upset at himself for hurting her, and vowed to not have sex again until she is a vampire.
Two weeks after their wedding, Bella vomits after waking up and notices that her period is late. Alice called Bella to ask if she was alright, as she saw a vision of something happening to Bella. She then talks to Carlisle, and Bella tells him that she believes that she’s pregnant. Edward is distraught because he knows that it’s highly unlikely that a human will survive giving birth to a vampire baby. Edward tells Bella that Carlisle needs to remove the baby, and Bella refuses, wanting to keep the child. She confides in Rosalie, and she acts as her bodyguard. They fly back home to Forks, Washington, and the baby rapidly grows.
Jacob rushed over to Cullen's house to see Bella. Bella is now heavily pregnant and is pale and underweight. Jacob is upset by Bella’s daily health and says that Carlisle should terminate the pregnancy to save Bella. Bella ignores both Carlisle's medical advice and Alice’s visions of her pregnancy, allowing the pregnancy to therefore progress. Bella soon realizes that the baby is craving human blood and she begins drinking human blood supplied by Carlisle from the local hospital. Bella’s health improves and the baby grows at an alarming rate, and as half-vampire, the fetus’s growth is accelerated more than a human one. Edward’s dislike for the baby lessens when he begins reading the baby’s thoughts, and Bella and him share a tender moment with their unborn child.
Then, Bella’s backbone breaks, and she collapses. Edward and Jacob realize that Bella cannot cope with the pregnancy, so Edward, Jacob, and Rosalie begin a C-section on Bella. Rosalie begins the procedure as Carlisle is out getting blood, but due to her hunger for human blood, Bella’s blood tempts her greatly. Jacob stops her and Edward picks up the blade and finishes the procedure. The morphine that Bella was given has not spread yet, so the pain she is experiencing is excruciating, and she falls unconscious.
After Bella wakes up and sees her healthy daughter, she chooses the name Renesmee, a combination of both her and Edward’s mother’s names. Before anyone knows it, her heart stops beating. Jacob desperately tries to resuscitate her with CPR while Rosalie takes the baby away. Edward then injects Bella’s heart with vampire venom in order to transform her, but it appears to be futile as Bella remains completely lifeless.
Panicked, Edward begins chest compressions. Jacob tells him that he won’t kill him, as it will be greater punishment for Edward to spend eternity knowing he was the reason for Bella’s death. Seth and Leah tell the pack that Bella didn’t survive the birth, and Jacob goes back inside in an attempt to kill Renesmee, as he believes that she is the reason for Bella’s death. After locking eyes with Renesmee, Jacob sees all the future versions of her and decides not to kill her, but imprints on her instead.
When the werewolves learn of Bella’s “death,” they travel to the Cullen’s in an attempt to kill Renesmee, fearing that she is too great of a threat. Edward, Alice, and Jasper defend their home with the help of Leah and Seth, later assisted by the rest of the Cullen family. Edward reads Jacob’s mind, and announces that Jacob has imprinted on Renesmee. The wolves’ absolute law is that they cannot harm anyone who has been imprinted on, so they leave.
Edward’s venom heals Bella, and she is cleansed and dressed. Over the course of a couple days, her bite marks heal, and her broken back and chest repair. Finally, the transformation is complete, and when her eyes open, they are blood red.
In the mid-credits, Aro, Marcus, and Caius receive a letter from Carlisle announcing that they have a new member of the Cullen family. Aro informs the two that their feud is not over yet, as they still have something that he wants.
Breaking Dawn–Part 1 translates key events from its source material onto its screen. The film is followed with romance, passion, and of course, none other than Bella and Edward’s wedding, honeymoon, and long-awaited consummation.
When compared to Eclipse or even the first installment of the series, Breaking Dawn–Part 1 gets pretty underwhelming after Bella and Edward’s honeymoon. I feel like this big moment between these two characters was built up to a point where me, along with the millions of other teenage girls watching the series, were disappointed. I knew what was going to happen, Edward would somehow hurt Bella (destroying what seems to be every piece of furniture in the process) and still give off this “I’m dangerous, stay away from me” vibe.
That being said, Breaking Dawn–Part 1 and Part 2 come from the same source material, so it's understandable that one feels a little more underwhelming than the other. The most excited I got when watching this film (after the honeymoon scene, of course) was when Bella woke up from her seemingly dead but not dead vampire transformation, and her eyes were blood red. There’s something about watching a character completely transform into something else. Bella, for three movies prior, was written to be sweet and demure, and give off this “damsel in distress” sort of feeling. But when she wakes up with blood red eyes, it's saying, “Everything now, as you know it, is about to change.”
I could only imagine seeing this film in theaters on opening night. Sadly, I was eight and a quite bit too young to see any of the installments in the series. However, I remember that the series was everywhere. You could not escape the Twilight craze, or the teen romance vampire craze, for that matter. Breaking Dawn–Part 1 changed the course of the whole series. We get the excitement, but dangerous, and sometimes bothersome Cullen clan dealing with a new matter–Bella Swan becoming a vampire.
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Kara and Alex fight (6x18)
The argument between Kara and Alex was so absolutely unnecessary , literally Alex was too defensive about a topic that Kara had personally lived through herself. Yes, to an extent I get where Alex is coming from but there was no point in that argument where Kara said that Esme should hide herself or her powers. Alex brought that up herself, all Kara said was that since Esme was having trouble she could have a dampener of sorts like her lead-lined glasses to help temporarily until Esme had more control over her powers. And again I understand that Esme had a bad experience with dampeners at the orphanage but that's because they were forced to wear those at all times without anyone teaching them how to control their powers. Even Kara said so herself that dampeners wouldn't be used to control Esme but to just relieve her a bit because at the end of the day Esme is a little girl with powers that can be overwhelming (as shown prior to this episode) and its a lot of pressure for a kid her age to always have to be conscious about powers she barely understands, it sounds exhausting to be alert 24/7 in fear that she could hurt anyone if she for a split second forgot to get a grip of her powers. Just like Kara, Esme would be able to put on and take off the dampener by herself instead of it being locked onto her person. It's shown that it was hard enough for Kara to control her powers and she was a teenager, let alone pushing Esme to fully control hers at age 5(?) (I can't remember if they ever mentioned Esme's age in the show, sorry). So personally I feel like Kara's comments and suggestions were totally valid, Kara wasn't being pushy about anything just merely providing personal insight since she too was an alien child raised by a human family. And Alex just completely bit her head off for it. :/
A small thing that Alex said kinda bothered me too when she said that "yeah I was there too" when referring to being there when Kara was struggling with her powers, which I get, its hard to see your sister going through that but witnessing that and personally experiencing the emotions of not being to control your powers properly is not comparable. Alex will never be able to personally experience that which is why I found it a lil annoying that she was saying that. Of course she can feel defensive about Kara suggesting a power dampener but after the initial defensiveness she should of heard Kara out instead of jumping to the conclusion that Kara was telling her how to parent her child. Completely avoidable and unnecessary. I feel like if Kelly were there during the conversation it would not have escalated like it did honestly.
Also besides that why is the show even adding this conflict into the last episode before the 2-hour finale? Like, what was the point of even having this come out of nowhere essentially? It escalated so fast and was resolved just as fast but they still had Alex being pissy towards Kara for most episode and for what???? It made no sense or contribute anything to the plot other than add another instance where Alex lashes out at Kara and Kara being too quick to forgive cuz Kara doesn't enjoy having conflicts with people she loves. The show should not have wasted precious time on this but instead used this episode to build up to the 2-hour finale. Cuz from what I've seen on twitter and on here, quite some people are even less enthused for the finale now after watching this episode which is not the feedback you want for right before the ending of the entire series.
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shay’s favorite tv shows from 2017
this has been in my drafts for.... nine months.... fuck.
Written in December 2017, updates are from September 2018.
Considering how many new, innovative shows are around these days, I didn’t get too adventurous this year, but I’m satisfied with the ones I did watch. I discovered new shows, I was impressed by the shows I’ve been following for years, and I learned to appreciate the work that goes into television more. Here’s my top ten TV shows..
10. Thirteen Reasons Why - In all honestly, this is only here because I haven’t been able to watch Peaky Blinders yet, and it’s probably too late. (UPDATE: Watched it in Jan and it was amazing.) This show received a lot of backlash, and for good reason, although it had its moments. The characters were well-written, the relationships were given depth that is often lacking in other high school-set narratives, and the tone was great. I’ve always loved watching things that make me profoundly sad, and this show did just that. (UPDATE: Season 2 was fucking garbage lmao.)
Standout episode: Tape 1, Side B. It’s a cripplingly depressing show, but this episode stood out as a moment of light in Hannah’s dark reality. Her friendship with Jessica and Alex was nice in the beginning - their banter, them having a spot in the coffee shop. I remember assuming Alex was gay (I believe his actor is, so I wasn’t too off) and thinking that’d be good for Hannah, to have a guy friend who wasn’t interested in her and wouldn’t add relationship drama to her life. Boy, was I wrong. Still, having seen the show at the beginning of the year, this episode is the only one I remember as enjoying, so it gets this spot.
9. A Series of Unfortunate Events - I read the books in elementary school, and they’re one of my favorite series of all time. I’m also a huge fan of the film, though I know most aren’t. So I was very excited for this series, and it didn’t completely disappoint. While I found myself longing for the actors from the 2004 motion picture, and some of the directing decisions weren’t choice, it was cool to see The Miserable Mill finally come to life, and I loved the Baudelaires just as much here as anyone else. I’ll be tuning in to next season, since I’ve very, very excited to see how they handle the next three books. I can’t wait to meet the Quagmire triplets, and Esme, and Jacques! It’ll be awesome. I hope they portray it well, but there’s no film to compare it to from here on out, so maybe it’ll be different.
Standout episode: The Reptile Room: Part One/Two. Like I said, I wasn’t a huge fan of how most of the characters were portrayed in this adaption, but I did love Uncle Monty. He was just as wonderful as he was in the film and books. Watching his interactions with the kids was really nice, and as always, made me wish they could’ve remained with him. Stephano wasn’t as menacing here as he is in the film (that knife scene is the point in the film where you go, “woah, this dude’s for real. he’s scary”), which was a bummer because I still thought Olaf was a laughably bad and incompetent villain by the finale, but I did like Poe’s hysteria, and I really loved the movie theatre scene.
8. Riverdale - Oops I never wrote this dfdsbfjdbfjds.
7. South Park - While we all can agree the last season was a mess, and this one was only a slight improvement, it did have it’s moments. I’ve been a fan for five years now, so at this point, they’ll never disappoint me, tbfh.
Standout episode: Doubling Down. While Put it Down was wonderful, both satirically and because of Craig and Tweek’s adorable relationship, the eighth episode of the season was my personal favorite (UPDATE: Not sure why ‘cause I didn’t specify then and I’m not sure now.)
6. Dear White People - I didn’t do this one either damn.
Standout Episode: Chapter V. While the show is a comedic take on racial relations, this episode is an emotional, serious change. The Barry Jenkins-directed episode shows us that the subject is no laughing matter, and it very clearly deserves this spot.
5. Rick and Morty - Yet another show I discovered this year, during the summer. I’d been meaning to watch it for ages, and I finally got around to it. While the fanbase is pretty much poison, the show is pretty damn good. Maybe not what it’s hyped up to be, but great none-the-less. I’m a big fan of adult cartoons, and RaM isn’t entirely satirical like South Park, and it’s not self-aware like BoJack, but it holds up. It’s probably so popular because of how unique it is.
Standout episode: The Ricklantis Mixup. While my personal favorite of Season 3 was The Whirly Dirly Conspiracy, because I adore Jerry, I think we can all agree that the was the best episode of the season, if not the series. Like, really. Holy shit.
4. Gotham - I began watching this show last year, and caught up to season three around halfway through it. It began to drag a bit, admittedly, like it couldn’t carry it’s own weight - but now the show’s on season four, and it gets a little wild sometimes, but it’s holding quite a bit better, I’d say. I was pretty fucking impressed, especially with the Nygmobblepot stuff.
Standout episode: A Dark Knight: Queen Takes Knight. Although Mad City: The Gentle Art of Making Enemies from Season 3 is a close runner-up, for all the loose ends it ties up, and so cleanly, too - the winter finale gets this spot. It had me on the edge of my metaphorical seat (since I was actually curled up in bed) the entire time. While Sophia’s character and her motivations had remained muddy since her introduction, her badassery finally came to the forefront, and it was awesome. The way she tore down Penguin from his throne? Incredible. We know he’ll return, as he has so many times, but really, that was so incredible. Considering he’s my favorite character, I should feel worse. However, Sophia executed her plan so well, I was too awed to hate her. Also, Jerome’s back! I’m extremely excited to see Jerome’s role in the upcoming episodes. (Update: Oh, honey, you got a big storm coming...)
3. BoJack Horseman - I binged the hell out of this show just before season four came out, because it was so creative and thought-provoking and hilariously depressing. The fourth season was notably wonderful in a lot of ways, particularly because of Todd’s sexuality arc (the first out asexual character in a TV show!) and how well it was handled, but also because of the mature themes they took on. Princess Carolyn’s miscarriages, Diane and Mr. PB’s failing marriage, BoJack’s struggle to forgive his mother, Beatrice’s own troubled upbringing, Hollyhock’s eating disorder. I watched the whole season in three days when it was first released, four months ago, and I’m currently considering re-watching it after rereading the summaries of each episode to refresh my memory. I’d forgotten how phenomenal it was. It’s on another level - it really is.
Standout episode: Time’s Arrow. Though there wasn’t a single weak episode this season, this one definitely stood out. Following the tradition of uniquely depressing eleventh episodes, Time’s Arrow focuses on BoJack’s mother and how her turbulent childhood affected her. Gorgeously executed, it makes us pity the woman who made our favorite alcoholic horse the way he is, and it concludes with BoJack making peace with his mother, who he had spent so long resenting. It’s just a gorgeous episode. I think I’m going to rewatch it right now, haha.
2. Mr. Robot - I’ve wanted to watch this show since it came out, but I finally began and finished the first two seasons just weeks before Season 3 came out. Since I’m discussing my favorites of 2017, I won’t be talking about those first two seasons here. I’ll be focusing on Season 3, which has been, in my opinion, incredible. What began as a modern, nerdy take on Fight Club has become so much more; a masterfully dark and suspenseful fictionalized look at the looming political state of our world. We’ve gotten new characters (Irving, who’s a gem), we’ve learned more about older but mysterious characters (poor repressed Dom), we’ve had to say goodbye to old characters (I’m still mad about ******), and best of all, this season has been Tyrell heavy, and we even got to see Elliot make peace with Mr. Robot.
Standout episode: S3/EP8, eps3.7_dont-delete-me.ko - The previous episode had already established a gorgeously melancholy setting through the use of Mac Quayle's gorgeous production 2.0_6-madame3xecutioner.oga, which, as a huge fan of film scores, I instantly fell in love with. The song is featured during a scene I watched several times - the scene when Angela repeatedly rewinds the explosion, unable to cope with the reality of it. It left me feeling similar to the way I had after watching American Beauty for the first time - like the world was a different shade. I thought this would be the only moment the show could invoke that response from me, but then the next episode came out. Unlike Ep. 7, Ep. 8 didn’t have a single moment. The whole episode brimmed with pain and sadness. The show’s already sad, but the lonely, isolated feeling is often overwhelmed by the suspense, drama, and excitement. This episode let the characters hurt without interruption, and it was wonderfully emotional.
1. The Get Down - I was so thrilled when I discovered this show in April, literally a few days after Part 2 had aired. I downloaded all the episodes for a road trip, and literally could not put it down the entire tme. It blended all my favorite things - the art of rap, the origin and evolution of hip hop, how battle rapping/deejaying came to be. The music was stellar, the cinematography was breathtaking, the acting was (for the most part) wonderful, and the cast was fantastic. I’ve seen some criticizing it, because of its occasionally choppy narrative and the fact that Baz Luhrmann added his usual whimsical take on something that was historically fairly dark, but I thought it was flawless. It was definitely groundbreaking in its amount of representation, and it was fun and colorful and emotional and, overall, just absolutely wonderful. Like many others, I was pretty devastated when they cancelled it. I understand why, but I wish it could get the Sense 8 treatment and receive a movie. There’s too many loose ends - it’s a real bummer. Still, I’m grateful we were blessed with this gem of a show at all.
Standout episode: S1/EP11, Only from Exile Can We Come Home - The final episode gets this spot for a single scene; the one where it alternates between Mylene singing “I’m my #1″ in the hotel room with Jackie and all the drag queens, and the scene where an unreleased Miguel song is playing while Dizzy & Thor paint on each other, and then Shao calls Dizzy his “alien brother.” That scene was easily one of my favorites I’ve ever seen in any show, in my entire life. If that episode was a film, that scene alone would guarantee it a spot on my favorite films list. It was that good.
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Big Brother Sims: S01E01 - It’s Like Ka-Chow!
Padma: Good evening. I’m Padma Patel and you better be ready for a group of people like you’ve never seen before. They are about to take part in one of the greatest games of all time. Welcome to Big Brother Sims!
Padma: This is a house like no other, filled with cameras that will capture their every move.
Padma: And microphones that will capture their every word. You can’t escape yourself in here.
Padma: Each episode, they will vote to evict one of their own, until only one remains to claim the prize of one million simoleons. Now, let’s meet our houseguests.
Genevieve: Hi, my name is Genevieve Friege, aka Her Majesty, Claudette. I’m a proud Native American trans woman and I do drag as my own persona, Her Majesty, Claudette. And I love dragging! It’s part of who I am and how I managed to cope with many terrible things that happened to me as I grew up. I totally feel like that has prepared me to face this game. I’m about to shine on this house!
King: I’m the King of this game, better get that check written with my name. No kidding, my name is Alex King, but I go by my last name because I’m just that good. I love parties, working out and being successful like I always am. I’m currently on law school and I plan to have this whole house wrapped around my fingers. I’ll flirt with any girl or boy if they’re into it to make sure I move further, believe me.
Kalani: Oh my god this is exciting! I can’t believe I got picked. I’m Kalani Millington and if you look up entertaining on a dictionary, you’re gonna find a pic of me. I hate ignorant people and I will make sure they understand that. I will cause trouble, I will be dramatic and I know I will regret it all, but I sure will love to have my home friends make fun of me for that forever.
Jared: You guys probably know me already, but yeah, this is Jared Dalsgaard, the singer. I’m here to try out something different and see how I end up doing in this game. I’m usually very shy and have tons of trouble socializing, but I will try my best to not let that or my famous career get in the way of my win. I need to prove to myself that I can beat others at a social game and not let fame get to my head.
Padma: And this is it for our first four houseguests. Please go on and enter the Big Brother House!
The four enter the house and go exploring immediately. As they split up, conversations about the game already start to pop up.
King: As I walk in, I realize right away that I’m standing beside the Jared Dalsgaard. And man, this game is all about big targets. My strategy will be exactly to keep those kinds of people around so that my own seems small when compared to theirs. So obviously, first thing I do is pull him aside and ask him if he wants to play with me.
King: I knew it! You really are Jared!
Jared: Yup, you caught me.
King: Man, I sure would love to work with you. Big targets like you and me have to work together.
Jared: You know what? That wouldn’t be a bad idea.
Jared: With King, I’m telling him a little bit of what he wants to hear, but he actually makes a good point. My biggest fear coming in was that everyone would get together and gang up on me but they actually are being very open to work with me and that’s great short-term. And damn, if people want to socialize with me, I may be better at this than I thought.
The camera goes back to Padma as it’s time to meet more houseguests.
Chris: My name is Chris Harding, and I’m totally the Captain America stereotype. I play football since I was 14 and after college I started playing it professionally. I know people think that players are jerks and bad guys, but I try to deconstruct that idea. I consider myself a nice and gentle soul and that’s how I plan to play this game, without any unnecessary lying or backstabbing. By the way, I’m also representing bisexuals! So go #TeamBi!
Cass: I. Can. Not. Believe. This. Is. Happening. OMG! I’m the biggest superfan of everything game and reality show-related, so you can imagine how I’m feeling right now. I’m loud, I’m boisterous. I like to be the center of attention and you better accept it or get out of my way. I’m a waitress at a Keg, but I spend most of my free time with activism since injustice to me is the biggest poison of this world. If I win, I’m donating most of the money to help people in need.
Tommy: Hell yeah! I’m Tommy Parkinson and I’m here to take risks. I just recently got out of school and unfortunately got kicked out by my parents after wasting all of my college money on gambling and losing all of it. I’m currently living with my aunt and uncle and I plan to use this money to deal with my gambling addiction and help my family who has supported me far more than they needed to.
Esme: I’m Esme Greenwood and I am the definition of a strong woman. Sometime ago I had a tough time getting beat up and I had to step up my game and ended up looking jacked like this. I then pursued a career as a correctional officer and you better believe that those kids are afraid of this beast. I also just got divorced and with the state my mind is in right now, Big Brother might be the best thing to help me get back on track.
Padma: Congratulations for making it in, guys! Now go on inside the house!
The four enter the house and more groups start to form.
Tommy: You know, I’m a bro kind of guy, and to me nothing better than making a bros alliance. I already liked Chris and know he will be able to help me out and as we entered and I saw King, that was it. My final three was sealed.
King: This here can get us very very far, guys. If you’re down, I’m too. And we’ll wreck this game together.
Chris: I’m in.
Tommy: I’m super in. Seriously guys, you’re my final three.
King: Cool for me. We’re gonna be like, The Secret Squadron.
Chris: Haha, best alliance name ever!
Chris: Tommy and King seem like very nice guys. And those are the kind of guys I want to play this game with. I think if we stick together there’s no way we can lose this.
The camera once again returns to Padma as it’s time to meet the last four houseguests.
Jazz: Hey ya’ll, this is Jazzra Simpson talking, but I’ll probably answer only if you call me Jazz. I grew up very poor and even had to drop out of school to support my family and through so much effort and a little bit of luck, I managed to get a gig as a personal assistant to a celebrity. Thanks to that my family now can have a full meal everyday. Also, that job taught me how to deal with huge egos, and I believe that’s what’s going to lead me to win this game.
Syncopation: My true name is Shawn Vodolski but the public probably knows me as The Syncopation. Yes, this rockstar and villain with a capital V is here to bring chaos and conflict to this entire house. I’m going to flirt with all the dumb women, stab everyone in the back, basically do everything I can to win. And you better believe that I will go down in Big Brother Sims history!
Tameka: Nice to meet you, I’m Tameka Johnson and I’m from Jamaica. I’m very proud of my extra-dark skin tone and through all the hardships I went through because of it, my mind is ready for any pressure this game can bring. I love fashion, I love my wife and daughter and I love being a social magnet. But be aware, because if you do or say things that I dislike, I WILL snap on you without remorse.
Pratyush: Hello, my name is Pratyush Takalikar and even though I look like this, I’m actually just 20. I would describe myself as a very cold and calculating person, and that’s about it. I plan to win this game because winning is the thing I love the most in this whole world. Like, c’mon, is there any feeling better than the one you get when you win anything? Just leave me away from the whiny brats and the prize is mine.
Padma: It’s time to get you guys inside too! Go, go, go!
As they walk in, some of the houseguests are already making deals.
Syncopation: You know, I saw this Pratyush guy beside me and knew he was gold. I just looked for the closest dumb women and that was it. Our final four was closed in. My flirt never fails me.
Syncopation: Big targets, you and me. Guys who have no problem being ruthless. This is final two.
Pratyush: Works for me, for real.
Syncopation: Then let’s call over those two right there.
Genevieve: That truly is the dumbass Syncopation, isn’t it? I hate the guy, but like, I’m not stupid. He is the perfect guy to go to the end with and beat. So I’m totally ok with this alliance specially because he will always be a bigger target than myself.
Genevieve: If it works for you guys, I can be 100% loyal to you.
Esme: Sounds good.
Syncopation: Then it’s perfect for me. I mean, for us. The Silent Assassins.
Syncopation: How can women be so dumb? Jesus Christ!
Esme: First chance I get I’m dropping this alliance. I mean, I don’t mind playing the villain, but the guy is too much of a jerk.
Suddenly, the camera goes back once again to Padma.
Padma: If you thought we were over, you’re clearly not ready for a summer full of twists. Let’s meet the Oak twins.
Danielle: My name is Danielle Oak and I’m the personification of a party animal. If you say party, I say I’m in! I also love hot guys, flirting (with girls too, since I don’t mind) and starting relationships. Ending them, not so much. I’m currently working as a yoga instructor since I dropped out of college and my parents stopped supporting me because of it. I plan to start an all-girls alliance and dominate this show. Let’s get the party started!
Diego: I’m Diego Oak and... Hmm... This is tough, man. Hahaha. Well, I’m very shy and geekish and I usually don’t know what to say to people. I mean, I don’t know. I guess. One thing about me is that while I’m very good with computers and got my Computer Science degree, I don’t want to work with that. Yep, sorry mom and dad. I actually love cooking and hope to use the money from the show to become a chef and open my own restaurant.
Padma: Danielle and Diego, you both will enter the house right now. But don’t get too happy, because by tomorrow, one of you will already have left. And the twist is... The one leaving will be evicted by the public. Now go inside! And our cast is finally complete.
Tameka: Coming in, my plan was to make an alliance with all the older people. But guess what, I’m the only one older than 31 in this entire freaking house. So I’m settling for anyone who I think I will be ok with. And as I see those twins entering the house and the girl who, to me, is the clear favorite to stay, I knew I could use the whole awkward situation to get her on my side. And then grab some other chick, scream girl power and we’re set.
Danielle: Girls, I’m not kidding. From casting till now all I’ve said is that I plan on having an all girls alliance. And to see it coming to fruition, it’s just to good to be true.
Jazz: Oh my god, yes. If you end up staying and we all work together, we could possibly be in the end.
Tameka: That would be perfect. And most of them would not expect me to be working with ya’ll.
Jazz: This alliance, it’s perfection. I said I wanted to play loyal and if there’s a group I can be completely loyal to it’s those two.
Danielle: Oh my God, I’m so excited! Be ready, we’re gonna bamboozle every single man in this house.
While some contestants are excited about the future, some can’t even believe the present.
Cass: This is the dream, you know. And I can’t believe I’m getting to live it. This whole experience to me is about the journey. It’s about proving to myself that I can do this and I shouldn’t let people underastimate me. I had a little bit of a panic attack when I saw all those strangers, but I’m gonna pick myself up and be the same loud Cass I always have been. Game on!
Cass: Darling, that’s not how you make an omelet sandwich! Here, let me teach you!
Diego: Ok, Ms. Darden!
Cass: Call me that again and I will feed you burnt toast! Hahaha!
Diego: You know, I totally loved Cass! She’s the kind of person I feel really comfortable with and I wouldn’t mind working with her if I were to stay. Really, she’s one of the sweetest souls I’ve ever seen and so funny!
King: Well, my girlfriend will have to forgive me but I’m gonna do what I said I had to in order to win. Get my flirt on. And there’s no girl in this house who’s prettier than Jazz. I think we could make quite the power couple and I don’t expect her to turn on me anytime soon.
King: Hey, I’ve been trying to talk to you since like forever. I really like your vibes and I feel like we could do some damage together.
Jazz: Honestly, I was expecting this to be more than just game talk.
King: Well, if you’re down for it, so am I. Like, you’re the prettiest girl I’ve ever seen.
Jazz: Oh, don’t say that, I’m gonna get embarassed.
King: Ugh, on top of it all you’re also funny. Are you sure you’re single?
Jazz: Hahaha, yes I am. But I’m also playing with you a little bit.
King: Yeah, I sensed you were quite the clever little girl from the moment we started this conversation.
Jazz: Really? How so?
King: I don’t know, you just have a very strong aura. Very, very intelligent.
Jazz: Oh you’re gonna get me embarassed again.
King: Don’t worry, this time I’m not flirting. I’m just saying I respect you as a player and will take care when it comes to you.
Jazz: Then I’m gonna do the same when it comes to you.
Jazz: You know, King is very dangerous. But I would like to keep him by my side because it’s better to keep a dragon like that with a pretty tight leash. And when it comes the time, this clever little girl will slay the dragon. Yeah, he’ll regret calling me that.
Padma: Houseguests, it’s time to evict one of the twins. Let’s get together in the living room.
Padma: Hello, houseguests. It’s finally time.
Padma: And with only 33.4% of the public vote...
Padma: Diego, you have been evicted from the Big Brother house. Please grab your belongings and say your goodbyes.
Diego: You know I wish you all the best, right?
Danielle: I’m sure of that *sobbing*
Diego: Now stop crying and bring them hell. There’s no alliance stronger than the one we have, girl.
Danielle: You know, the reason why I was crying and sobbing and making a fool of myself so much is because, even though it hadn’t always been like that, me and my brother are very close. There’s no one I wish I could have this experience with other than him. And I’m gonna keep playing for the both of us. Thanks, public at home.
Padma: Let’s welcome Diego!
Padma: Welcome back, Diego! Why do you think it didn’t work out?
Diego: Well, I think my sister is just a beast. There’s no way I could compete with her or cause the amount of damage she’s about to cause.
Padma: Oh, I have to say, you’re one of the funniest little quirky characters I’ve ever seen. You’ll be very missed.
Diego: Thank you so much, Padma!
King: You know, as soon as I saw that girl crying like that, I knew what I had to do. Since I can’t go flirt with her right away since I’m working on Jazz, I told Chris exactly what he had to do and he made some magic happen. I mean, he’s no King, but the chick quit crying quite fast.
Danielle: Thanks for being here for me, honestly. This is pretty tough.
Chris: You can count on me whenever you want. I hate seeing a pretty girl like you crying like this.
Danielle: Oh, stop it, silly!
As the houseguests start to spread, Padma suprises them with some news.
Padma: Houseguests, the night is not over. It’s time for our first Head of Household competition.
Danielle: Welp, I’m throwing that. All eyes are already on me, I don’t need any more attention. Actually, I plan on throwing every single thing I can unless I absolutely need to win it.
Syncopation: Of course I’m throwing, are you insane? There’s no one targeting me anytime soon.
Esme: I’m gonna prove why I came here right away and win this first HoH to set the tone of the game.
Popsicle Factory
The Houseguests enter the backyard to see sixteen popsicles hanging down. They must hang on one. If they fall, they are eliminated. The last Houseguest remaining will become the first Head of Household!
Cass and Kalani drop out very fast. The Syncopation follows right behind, terribly pretending not to be throwing. Genevieve and Jared fall around the thirty minute mark. After quite some time, the bigger guys go down. King and Chris are the first. Danielle, tired of pretending, follows them and Pratyush falls shortly after. Tameka, proving herself, gets too tired after the two-hour mark. Tommy falls around the four-hour mark with his arms hurting. The top two are Esme and Jazz. Unknown to the other houseguests, they strike a deal.
Esme: Girl, congratulations. I really can’t do this anymore. If I drop, you promise to keep me safe?
Jazz: Yup, and not only now, we’re going far together.
Esme: I’m gonna put my trust on you then.
Esme finally drops and Jazz is crowned the very first Head of Household.
Jazz: Can you freaking believe it?! Mom and dad, I became the first HoH! What the hell?! I promise you this is just the beginning.
Pratyush: You know, I really like Esme and she’s a member of my alliance so I wanted to check in with her to see how she was feeling after that challenge.
Esme: I’m just so pissed that I was too weak to keep going. And I hate being weak.
Pratyush: Are you crazy? If there’s one thing you proved today is that you’re the strongest bitch in this house.
Esme: Hahaha, when you put it like that... But then it’s terrible in a whole different way.
Pratyush scores a goal and wins 6-1.
Pratyush: You better pay attention and not let your emotions get the best of you, girl. Or else you’ll screw yourself over.
Esme: Things couldn’t be any worse now. I just hope Jazz sticks to our deal.
King: Now it’s time for the fun. We’re finally going to decide who we’ll put on the block. For that, we get all of the Secret Squadron and the girls together.
King: We have to put up Esme.
Danielle: I disagree, I think she’s a huge shield for all of us and we should be looking for the ones escaping by the sidelines right now.
Jazz: Yes, Dani said it all. We have to get some of the sketchier ones out. Pratyush, for an example, was clearly one of the strongest ones but also much more clever than she was in hiding it.
Tommy: Cool, but then we still have to decide on who to put as a pawn alongside him.
Jazz: Well, that’s gonna be a tough one.
Chris: Hey, not to sound like I don’t care about what you guys are saying, but what will we call this alliance?
King: Hmm, good question. Well, we are some of the youngest memebers of the cast, so something along those lines?
Chris: Youngsters?
Jazz: Nah, I don’t like that.
Tommy: How about the Pop Kids?
Everyone remains silent.
King: You know what? I’m into it just because of how ridiculous it sounds.
Jazz: Jesus, the Pop Kids? What a dumb name. But I kinda love it? What is this house doing to me? Besides that, the guys are ok with getting rid of Pratyush, which works for me. I’m doing all of this to guarantee we have a male first boot.
King: You know, Tommy is scared to death that the girls have an all female thing going on. Do I believe it? Not a chance in the world. And even if they do, which could be true, it’s only a matter of time until their own cattiness makes them implode.
Syncopation: Right now, it’s time to put my plans into action and make as many allies as I can. The thing is, I know what the people’s perception of me is. And I know just how sweet a final two deal with me sounds.
Syncopation: How does a final two with me sound to you?
Syncopation: You and me, final two.
Syncopation: Yes, I do believe your best chance is in a final two with me.
Genevieve: You know, Shawn is quite the character. I know he’s going around promising final two’s to everyone and I tried to talk him out of it but he’s too blind to see straight.
Syncopation: I feel like I’ve been extremely succesful. Every single one of these people honestly believes that I want to go to the end with them. Like, how much easier could this get?
Jazz: Shawn, oh, Shawn. You’re just making my life easier for me with all this sketchiness. You’re the perfect pawn and it’s gonna be gold to see your reaction when you’re put on the block.
Syncopation: They really ain’t ready for The Syncopation. It’s like ka-chow! When they least expect it!
Jazz calls the houseguests to the living room as it’s time for the nomination ceremony.
Jazz: I have nominated you, Pratyush, as I feel like you’re one of the biggest threats in this house. And since we didn’t really click, it’s the best I can do for my game right now.
Pratyush: Sure, do your thing.
Jazz: I have also nominated you, Shawn, as a pawn. You’re full of schemes and cannot be trusted by anyone in this house.
The Syncopation is clearly shocked.
Syncopation: I cannot believe you would betray me like that. You’ll regret this.
Jazz: You know what? At this point I couldn’t care less about which one of the two go. Shawn thinks he can get me scared? Oh go to hell! He’s everything I despise in this world.
Syncopation: This sucks. This sucks very bad.
Pratyush: Honestly I’m very very happy that they started fighting and what not. The less of a target that makes me, the better.
After everything calmed down, the houseguests were left wondering about the options that Jazz had and started to wonder about the whereabouts of a certain player.
Cass: You know, I was left wondering where the hell Kalani was this whole time. No one ever sees her and we have no idea of what she’s planning to do in the game.
Tameka: Kalani... How can I explain Kalani? She’s quite unique, that’s for sure. She just doesn’t have any idea of what she’s doing in this game.
Kalani: ...
Kalani: You know, I’ve been having the toughest time bonding with these people. They have nothing to do with me. They either have lived a tragedy or a perfect life. And I’m just... normal? And I don’t know what to do. I’m so confused.
Cass: She’s a total loose cannon. And I know for a fact she’ll screw people over just because she’s totally lost it. And it’s the first week!
Tameka: Kalani, baby girl. You’re beautiful. Now get your shit together and play this game or you will go home as collateral damage.
Jazz gets everyone together for the veto selections.
Jazz draws King.
Syncopation draws Houseguest’s choice and chooses Genevieve because she’s an ally.
Pratyush draws Tommy.
Syncopation: Well, I guess no one here will be trying to throw it, huh?
Pratyush: You can guarantee that.
It’s time for the Veto Competition!
Pool Sharks
The Houseguests will play a game of pool with large balls representing the players participating in the competition. One at a time, they will take turns trying to knock their opponent's ball into the swimming pool, eliminating them from the game. The last Houseguest remaining will win the Power of Veto.
The Syncopation, Jazz and Genevieve are the first ones out. Then, defying logic, Pratyush manages to defeat King and then Tommy.
Pratyush: Yup, I couldn’t be happier!
Genevieve: I’m glad for Pratyush, I really am. But now I’m worried for myself since Shawn just showed the whole house how close we are.
Jazz: Ugh, now it’s time for the apology tour. And I hate it.
King: I knew that guy would save himself. Now we’re exposed, screwed over and don’t know what to do. I mean, I know what should be done. But I think Jazz doesn’t want to do it for personal reasons.
Jazz: Guys, I got you together here because you’re my closest allies. And I need help to decide what to do.
Jared: We really appreaciate you for doing this, Jazz.
Danielle: Yup, don’t worry about it.
Chris: Now about who you’re putting up...
Tommy: It doesn’t really matter. As long as this Power 7 remains together, we’re solid.
King: I’ve said it and I’ll say it again. You should put up Esme.
Jazz: Sorry, but that’s the one thing I can’t. She’s a perfect shield for all of us. The whole house will want her out.
Chris: Okay, then why not Genevieve? She’s the next best thing when compared to Pratyush.
Jazz: No, but I also can’t... She’s just too unique.
King: I’m beginning to feel like you have a problem with nominating a girl...
Jazz: ...
Tameka: Don’t be silly. I have a solution for the nomination problem and also to prove there’s no all girls thing going on.
Jazz: Guys, I’m really sorry if I made you feel like I have some kind of side deal with all the girls. I should have listened to you. Truly, from the bottom of my heart.
King: It’s fine, babe.
Jazz: You know, I was really sincere with them. Even though I do have a side deal with some girls, King and the boys are also precious allies to me.
King: With this nomination, things are clear to me that even though Jazz does have some deal with the girls, she also has me as a valuable ally. And I’m gonna keep on pressing her just like I did throughout this HoH to have her do what I want.
Tameka: Jazz is playing a very dangerous game here. She is being very open about what she plans to do and I don’t know if the risk is worth it. If it is, she’s got this game figured out.
Pratyush reunites the houseguests for the Veto Ceremony.
Pratyush: I have decided to use the power of veto on myself today.
Jazz sighs and goes to the center of the room.
Jazz: I’m nominating you, Kalani, because I feel like we haven’t connected very well and I don’t know where your head is at.
Kalani: Ok, whatever.
Kalani: That was just so predictable it’s not even funny.
Tommy: Funny thing is, as soon as that ceremony was over, everyone was scrambling. Well, everyone but Kalani.
Kalani: ...
Kalani: I’m just out in the backyard, staring at the pool after taking a swim. And then I realize that if I want to have a chance to win this game, I better do something about it.
Kalani: Like, I’m doing this effort to talk to people and socialize because I just had a rough time trying to find something in common, you know?
Esme: Yes, I totally get where you’re coming from and I really appreciate you for trying to do this.
Tameka: Baby girl, as an older black woman, hear me out. You have to understand you’ll not always manage to find things in common with people. And that’s totally ok. It just means that you’re unique.
Kalani: Oh, thanks, mama!
Kalani: Honestly, I feel like I aced this. And I just hope to God it was enough to get me to stay and fight another day. I need this second chance more than anything.
Tameka: I see a lot of myself in Kalani. Lost and trying to have others accepting her when she has no need to do that. And honestly, I felt like after our conversation everything was really cleared up.
Syncopation: Honestly, I don’t think I need to do much. Besides Jazz who is a lying and betraying bitch, people would rather keep me in the game for their own sake.
Genevieve: I’m going through extra effort trying to save that dumbass just because he’s the one in trouble and since he already exposed us, him leaving would leave me even more in danger.
Genevieve: Guys, you have to work with me and take out Kalani. On top of her being a wildcard, the other girls are clearly trying to do something together and this is our best shot at stopping them.
Jared: Stop wasting your time, girl. My mind is made up.
Cass: Oh my God, did you need to be so cold?
Genevieve: My game is completely screwed, isn’t it?
Genevieve starts crying and runs away.
Cass: Jared, let me be real with you. The way you’re coming off to people, I know you have trouble with socializing and having conversations, but Jesus, there’s no need to be like that.
Jared: Are you sure she’s like that because of me? I think it’s just a matter of seeing her game fall apart.
Cass: I really feel for Jared because he doesn’t do it on purpose but I give it no time until someone drops him from their alliance. He’s so cold, like a robot! Beep, bop! Be a little more human, bro!
Jared: I really don’t see it, you know? Genevieve overreacted and so did Cass.
Genevieve: I was just so emotional and hurt, you know? I feel like it’s the pressure of the game along with everything in my life. It’s just tough. I needed to talk to someone.
Esme: Are you kidding me? Did that cornbread really say that?
Genevieve: Yes. Esme, can I be honest with you?
Esme: Sure, what is it?
Genevieve: Esme, I’m actually transgender.
Esme: Shut up! Really? Oh my God! That’s so cool!
Genevieve: Haha, you’re just so silly.
Genevieve: You know, I decided to tell her everything because for me, I can’t really bond for real with someone till they know my entire truth. And well... It’s not just that. *crying* I really need this money, man. I have been poor my entire life. I don’t remember most of my childhood because my mind just blocked it. There were just so many bad things... I remember mostly from when I was 16 on, I was homeless, but also had already came out as a transgender woman. And, despite of all my struggles, that made me so happy. Her Majesty, Claudette isn’t just a name for me. It’s who I am. It’s a character but it’s also my inner self revealed to the world. And I’m gladly showing it all to you.
Esme: I love Genevieve with all my heart. She’s my number one here. And Jared, go fuck yourself. My main goal now is to send his ass home.
Danielle: You know, the vote is coming up and I’m still quite undecided. Since I feel like voting out Kalani would be giving away the female majority, I decided to talk to her and see what she’s thinking.
Kalani: Girl, really. I just went out there and pretended I knew how to sing like I was freaking Beyoncé.
Danielle: Hahaha, you’re killing me!
Danielle: Turns out she’s totally hillarious and it’s a shame that people haven’t given her a chance.
Padma: Hello houseguests, it’s time for our very first house eviction. You will, one by one, go to the Diary Room and cast your vote to evict. First up is King.
King: Finally what I came here to do. I vote to evict The Syncopation.
Esme: I unfortunately vote to evict Kalani. Love you girl.
Cass: I vote to evict The Syncopation.
Genevieve: I hope the people who said they would vote with me vote with me. I vote to evict Kalani.
Chris: I vote to evict The Syncopation.
Pratyush: I really don’t know how this will turn out but I vote to evict Kalani.
Danielle: I vote to evict The Syncopation. You can go down in Big Brother Sims history as its very first boot.
Tommy: I vote to evict The Syncopation.
Tameka: I vote to evict Shawn. You’re a grown ass man, act like one.
Jared: For me and the many friends in the industry you screwed over, I vote to evict Shawn. There can only be one rockstar in this house.
Padma: The votes are in. And by a vote of 7-3...
Padma: The Syncopation, you have been evicted from the Big Brother house. Please grab your belongings and say your goodbyes.
Syncopation: Unbelievable...
Syncopation: You know what? Screw all of you guys! #@$!
Cass: Was that really necessary?
Chris: Yeah, man. Go home. It’s the best thing you can do right now.
Padma: Let’s welcome Shawn, aka The Syconpation!
Padma: Shawn, why did you think it didn’t work out for you?
Syncopation: They were all jealous of how unfamous I am and they are all still trying to make a career out of being reality show failures.
Padma: Really? And who are you rooting for now?
Syncopation: No one, I’m done with this shit.
Next time, on Big Brother Sims...
Did you hear what she just said? What the hell, man...
I never thought I could find someone that would be so much like my brother in this house!
This is a crazy ass plan and I doubt it will work.
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My Heart’s in the Highlands - Chapter 11
Fandom: OUAT, Hamish Macbeth
Pairing: Bellish
Rating: T, **TW: suicidal thoughts
Summary: With Rumplestiltskin gone, Belle can't face going back to the Enchanted Forest without him. She leaves Storybrooke forever, travels the world, and ends up in a small village in Scotland, where she meets a constable with a very familiar face.
AO3
Chapter 11 - Justice Cauld and Stern
Hamish's conscience has been eating at him since Belle told him about Gold, and he feels it's time to come clean. *~*mild mention/discussion of suicidal thoughts*~*
“Is everything okay?” Neal asked when Belle slid back into her seat.
“Yeah, fine. He, uh - we had a miscommunication. About us.”
“You and me?”
Belle nodded.
“He was jealous,” Neal concluded.
“A little.”
“Right.” Neal leaned back in his seat and studied her. When her face began to redden, he grinned. “You like him.”
“Of course I do.”
“No, I mean you care about him. Maybe even love him.”
Belle ducked her head and studied her chips. Did she love Hamish? He was kind and clever and thoughtful, and far too handsome for his own good. She liked him. She definitely wanted him. But love him?
She wasn’t even sure she would know if she did. What she felt when she talked to Hamish - that slow, sweet warmth that glowed in her chest like embers - was so very different from the burning, desperate ache that had consumed her when she was with Rumplestiltskin. Their love had been fireworks and lightning and crackling flames, and she’d known it was love because she recognized its description from her favorite books. Not to mention that the magical proof of True Love’s Kiss was a good indicator. Without that, how could anyone in this land be sure of love?
But they must have some way of recognizing love. Rory and Esme glowed with it; Barney and Agnes, for all they bickered and teased, adored one another; Lachie and Jean were utterly devoted. Whether True Love was a phenomenon that appeared in all the realms, or whether this particular town had unseen qualities, Belle wasn’t sure, but if the citizens of Lochdubh could know love, surely she could learn to as well.
“I don’t know,” she said at last.
“Well, he’s obviously pretty crazy about you. I thought he was gonna deck me one in the library.”
Belle rolled her eyes. He was probably right.
“I know it feels wrong, but you know Papa would want you to be happy, right?”
“I know.” If there was one thing in this world she could be sure of, it was that Rumple had loved her and wanted the best for her.
Neal eyed her as if he wasn’t fully convinced, but he took a drink and let the subject drop. “Do you ever think about coming back?”
Belle shook her head. “This is where I want to be now, and I don’t plan on leaving.”
“Even if the others find their way back somehow?”
“Even then.” Belle reached for his hand and squeezed it. “If you ever need me for anything, of course I’ll do whatever I can. But...I’m happy here, Neal. Happier than I’ve been in ages.” He smiled wanly, and Belle narrowed her eyes. “What is it?”
“I just…” Neal sighed. “I told you we were fine, but the truth is...I don’t know. Emma looked for her parents for so long, y’know? She had them for...what? A few months? And now they’re gone forever. And Henry - he found Emma, but he lost Regina, and he misses her.” He ran a hand through his hair. “Hell, I think Emma misses her, too.”
“I don’t know Emma’s parents very well,” Belle said gently, “but they don’t seem the type to give up. If there’s a way back, they’ll find it, of that I’m certain.”
“If there’s a way. Papa spent three hundred years searching, and he was the most powerful wizard in the realms.”
She didn’t know what to say to that.
“Anyway, I’m glad you’re happy. I’ve been a little worried about you, but you’re okay.”
“Yeah, I’m good. Save your worrying for Henry’s maths scores.”
“Oh, God, I thought his teacher was gonna kill us,” Neal groaned, and Belle giggled as he launched into a story about disastrous parent-teacher conferences. She thought of Rumple and smiled. They were all doing well, and he’d be pleased.
Belle’s story had been eating at Hamish for a week.
The magnitude of her loss had rocked him; he’d never really been able to picture what could have driven her around the world for years, miles and miles from anyone or anything familiar. Some people - most, even - would have buckled under such a blow, but Belle - she seemed to have taken the tragedies of her past and melded them with her bones, making her strong and supple and nigh indestructible. He’d always liked her. Over time he’d grown to respect and admire her. But now…
Well, now he knew just how far out of his league she really was.
And of course, because there was really no end to his idiocy and talent for self-torment, he’d chosen that moment on the wall to fall head over heels in love with her.
He visited the library every day because he couldn’t keep away, but every hour in her presence reminded him that she was everything he wasn’t, and that she still didn’t know the whole, unvarnished, damning truth about him. He would have to tell her sooner or later - if he didn’t some busybody in the town might - but he dreaded that moment. Even more, he lived in terror of the moment she looked into his eyes and knew.
There would be no more cozy chats in the library after that, no more companionable walks home, no more friendly tea invitations. A little flirtation - innuendo, possible stolen kisses, maybe even a night of mutual satisfaction - was one thing. What he felt - he couldn’t fool himself into thinking she felt anything close to it. She’d be uncomfortable, and he’d be the cause. He couldn’t bear that.
So here he was, walking her home and trying not to look at her for too long or brush his arm against hers too often or call her something stupid like “darling” or “sweetheart.” He was concentrating so very hard on being friendly and neutral that he didn’t realize she’d gone very quiet until they reached her house.
“Have I done something to upset you?” she asked when they were at her gate, and Hamish started.
“What? Ay course not!”
“You’ve been a little distant recently. Are you sure I haven’t done or said something wrong?”
He met her gaze then, and Belle’s eyes widened. Whatever she saw in his expression, it wasn’t good.
“What is it? What’s happened?”
“Nothing. It’s just…” Hamish lifted one shoulder and sighed. “I have tae tell you something, and I don’ really want to.”
“You don’t have to tell me anything you don’t want to,” Belle frowned, shaking her head.
“Aye, I do. ‘s only fair. You should...have all the facts. About me.”
A strange expression, something like guilt, flickered across her face. “I - If you really want to tell me something, I’ll listen, but...Hamish, you don’t owe me anything, understand?”
“Yeah, I understand.” He glanced up and down the street. “D’you mind if we talk inside?”
Belle took him into her living room, insisted on brewing tea and scrounging up some biscuits, and then sat on the couch next to him, her back against the armrest and her knees pulled up to her chest. His tea sat on the table in front of him and it was rapidly cooling, but he didn’t trust his hands to hold the cup steady.
“Is it about...Isobel?” she asked when he’d sat nearly five minutes in silence.
“Yes...and no.” He took a deep breath and fixed his eyes on his hands. “I told you I was engaged once. It wasnae to Isobel. Alex. Alexandra Maclean.”
“Isn’t that…”
“Yeah, she was Major Maclean’s daughter.” Hamish winced at the past tense, but soldiered on. “She was...she was bloody brilliant. Beautiful, too. I was mad for her from the minute we met.”
He still saw her lovely face in his dreams sometimes, always angry and hurt and accusing. Belle was silent, her gaze locked on her knees.
“Alex was a writer. She loved books and words and ideas and...well, Lochdubh just wasnae big enough for her. She needed scope. I dunno what that means, really, but that was what she said when she left for London. Four years ago, now.”
“Was that when you met Isobel?”
“Ah, no, I’d known Isobel just as long. A bit longer, actually, Alex and I didn’t meet until a few months after I got here - she’d been traveling in France.” Hamish scratched the back of his neck, trying to work out how best to unravel this tangled knot of feelings and history. “Alex and I - we never really - quite got it together. When we were together things were grand, but she wanted me to go with her and I - I just couldn’t. The city - it’s no’ for me, and Lochdubh wasnae for her. It was hard, but we both accepted it. I thought we did, at least.
“And then Isobel,” he sighed. “She was brilliant, too. Beautiful. And God, she was crazy about me, had been for months. I knew it, too. I tried not tae to take advantage, but…it was nice, after the mess with Alex, to have someone like me that much.”
When Hamish glanced at Belle, she looked thoughtful, but not disgusted. She still didn’t say anything, so he pushed on.
“I dunno when exactly it happened, but I fell for her, too. We were getting closer, and I was just about ready to make a move, when something - well, there was a bit of a disaster and she told me she loved me. And then out of nowhere, there was Alex, and she was asking me to marry her.”
Belle looked up, her eyes wide. “How long had she been gone?”
“Two years, at that point. She’d been back for a week or so in between, but yeah, two years.”
“And she just...showed up and asked you to marry her?”
Hamish shrugged.
“And you said yes?”
“She loved me,” he said helplessly. “And I...I was supposed to love her. She’d come back for me, to be with me. I owed it to her to try, didn’t I?”
“But you didn’t love her.”
“No. Hell, I wish I did, but I didn’t.” He took a deep breath. “She moved into the station house but I kept putting off the actual getting married part. And Isobel was still around, and I was still so mad for her, I couldnae help it.”
“You were unfaithful,” Belle whispered, squeezing her knees closer to her chest.
“Yeah. Yeah, I was.” Hamish sighed and didn’t blame her when she frowned and looked away from him. “I truly didn’t mean to be. I told myself it was just a kiss, but I knew it was more than that. I heard someone say something once: ‘unfaithful in his heart.’ That was me, right enough. Unfaithful to both of them, really, when you think about it.”
“Esme said Isobel moved to Glasgow,” Belle said slowly, “but she never mentioned Alex.”
“Yeah, most people don’t.” Hamish crossed his arms over his chest and pulled tight, wishing he could skip through this part to the end. “She found out about me and Isobel. Not directly, mind, but she guessed. She called it all off. And then a few days later...we had a fight. Doesn’t matter now what about. She tried to leave town.”
He felt his blood turn to ice and he fought against the shivers that always assailed him when he thought about that awful night.
“It was stormin’ somethin’ fierce. I guess she wanted tae get out as fast as possible - she tried tae go over Devil’s Hump. The best we could figure - the best we could figure it, the van - it slid off the road and - and she got out tae see what was wrong - only she didnae know how close she was tae th’ bank.”
With a jolt Hamish realized Belle had moved closer to him and slid one arm around his shoulders, which were shaking violently. She pressed her forehead into his upper arm and squeezed tight, and he took a deep breath and licked his dry lips. They were salty with tears and he blinked. He’d been crying.
“I’m sorry, Hamish,” Belle whispered, her other hand rubbing his arm soothingly. “I’m so sorry.”
“Don’t,” he snapped, and she shied away. “I don’t...I killed her, a’right? Sure as we’re sittin’ here. She was here because of me, she left because of me, and she died because of me. It’s my fault, all of it.”
Belle was quiet for a long moment. She had moved away, but not as far away as she had been in the beginning.
“When Rum died, I felt guilty,” she said at last.
“It’s not the same,” he ground out, anger bubbling up in his throat.
“I hated myself for weeks. I thought, ‘What if I’d noticed what was wrong earlier? What if I’d been a little stronger, a little smarter, a little faster? Could I have kept Malcolm from cornering me and Neal? Could I have protected myself and not forced Rum to save me?”
“You said yersen the man was evil, Belle,” he said impatiently. “I know what yer tryin’ tae do, but it’s different. You didnae drive someone tae her death.”
“I know it feels like that’s what happened,” she said gently, and he wanted to throw the teacup across the room, watch it shatter in a million pieces and stain her pretty new pale yellow rug. “Was it your van she was driving, then?”
“No, ah...it was Lachie’s. He was using it for his radio station, and it’d just been shut down.”
Belle frowned, momentarily distracted. “Radio station?”
“Long story.”
“So...Lachie loaned her his van?”
“Yeah.”
“And...if he hadn’t?”
Hamish blinked at her. “I, uh...I dunno.”
“You said you fought after a few days. Why did she wait so long to leave?”
“She was reading Far From the Madding Crowd on Lachie’s station. She promised everyone she’d stay ‘til she was done. That’s what we fought about, actually. The radio station was illegal and the feds came to shut ‘er down. I put ‘em off the scent as long as I could, but in the end...I am the constable, after all. I had to do my job.”
“So if she’d left earlier she wouldn’t have been out in the storm?”
His head felt fuzzy. “I…”
“You hurt her very badly, I’m not denying that,” Belle said, her voice still low and gentle. “You made a lot of wrong choices. But so did she. She chose to come back. She chose to be with you. And in the end, she chose to leave.”
“But I…”
“Was Alex weak and foolish and easy to persuade?”
Despite everything he almost laughed. No, Alex could never have been described as any of the those things; she’d always been as strong-minded and stubborn as he. “Not a wee bit.”
“She made her own choices. It wasn’t all your fault. We choose our own fates. I’m not saying you weren’t wrong, because you were. Very wrong. But you didn’t kill her.” He couldn’t answer her. He couldn’t even tell what he was feeling, let alone put it into words. She got to her feet and took their teacups, now long gone cold, and took them into the kitchen. He had a strong suspicion that she cared less about tidying up and more about giving him a bit of space.
That was all well and good, but he wasn’t finished destroying himself in her eyes, and he hoped she wouldn’t be gone too long.
“There’s more,” he said seriously when she came back, and finally the calm mask of her face slipped and he could see worry etched into her eyes.
“Oh?”
“We had an island, Alex and me. I mean, it wasnae really ours , but we went there a lot when we wanted tae be alone.” He took a deep breath. “After Alex’s funeral, I took a leave of absence. Needed time tae grieve, I said. I went out to our island and...and I wasnae planning on comin’ back.”
He heard Belle take a shaky breath beside him. “But,” she said quietly, “you did.”
“Yeah. Made a friend on that beach. An older lady out for a stroll, stepped on a landmine and couldnae move. I stayed wi’ her. I figured if I could help her, that’d be grand. If not...well, it was as good a way to go as any.”
“Oh, Hamish.” Her eyes were swimming with tears and he knew she wanted to reach out for him again. He was glad she didn’t.
“She talked me through it, though. Reminded me of all the people back here I cared about. Can you imagine that? A woman standing on the brink of her own death tryin’ tae talk down the coward with a death wish.” He shook his head, a tiny smile on his lips at the memory. “Saved my life, she did.”
“What was her name?”
“It was…” Hamish turned to look at her fully. “Well, how about that? Her name was Belle. Belle Carter. We wrote each other for awhile, ‘til she died last year. Safe and warm in her bed, her kids told me.”
“You saved her life, too,” Belle pointed out.
Quietly he thought about that. “Guess I did,” he said. “I dunno as it counts, though. I wasnae exactly worried about my own safety, after all.”
“So you’re saying that if you weren’t so sad and angry and hurt, you’d have left her on the beach to die?”
“What? No! No, I could never…” His voice trailed off and he could see exactly what she meant. “You’re clever, you are,” he sighed, meeting her eyes once more.
“So I’ve been told,” she smiled.
They sat in silence, his truths swirling about them, and Hamish knew only Belle could decide what effect they would have on their relationship, such as it was. He’d never met anyone like Belle for absorbing darkness and creating light where there seemed to be none, so she supposed he would have to trust her. If there was a way for them to remain friends after his confessions, he knew she would find it.
“Thank you,” she said suddenly, “for telling me.”
“‘s fine. I probably should have told you awhile ago, but…” He shrugged.
“No, you told me when you were ready to tell me. That was the perfect time,” she said firmly. “And...I should tell you some things, too, but...not tonight.”
“Yeah, okay. Whenever ye’re ready.”
He didn’t know how he knew, but he had the feeling she meant to tell him whatever she’d told John that night in his caravan. Somehow he doubted a dead lover and secret stepson would take an entire night to discuss; there was more to her than she’d let on. While he’d been impatient and suspicious a few months ago, he was willing now to wait and trust her to tell him when she was ready.
Walking home that night, it occurred to Hamish that he’d never actually spoken to anyone about Alex and Isobel, and he’d thought he never would. Even TV John didn’t know the depth of his betrayal of Alex, but Belle, with her open face and sweet sympathy, had dragged the whole story out of him as if by magic. He felt lighter than he had in years, and he even smiled a little. It was perhaps a little too soon to say that things were looking up for him, but at least they didn’t look as bleak as they had that morning.
The bell at the front desk of the hotel rang and rang until Alice simply couldn’t pretend not to hear it anymore. What sort of lunatic needed a room at two in the morning? Shrugging into her robe, she shuffled out into the lobby without even bothering to look in the mirror. At this hour they were lucky enough to see her at all.
“What is it?” she snapped.
“A room for one, please.”
Agnes squinted up at the source of the voice, a tall man with a mop of brown hair. “How many nights?”
“Let’s start with two and see what happens.”
“Name?”
“Christoph Walsh.”
#fic#ouat fic#bellish#hamish macbeth#belle french#neal cassidy#tw#suicidal thoughts#tw: suicidal thoughts
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off the rack #1232
Monday, October 15, 2018
Jee-Riz had another successful Capital Trade Show at the Walkley Arena on Sunday. In other words we paid our expenses and each pocketed a bit of cash for our efforts. All of the credit for our success goes to my partner Chris since all I do is move stuff and watch that stuff doesn't get stolen. I even brought my own comfy chair to sit on this time. I would also like to thank Penny for the added security at the end of the day.
One of the things that makes attending the monthly shows fun for me is seeing old Silver Snail Ottawa customers dropping by. I met two yesterday and Travis said he started shopping there when he was 10 years old. I saw another nearly forgotten face that surprised me. Arthur of the infamous Arthur's Place was also in attendance. It took a while for him to remember me, which made me wonder how many other Chinese guys wearing a headband does he know.
Jee-Riz will be setting up at the inaugural Capital Comic Book Convention at the Ottawa Marriott Hotel on Sunday, October 28. We are hoping to see many new faces and old ones too.
X-23 #5 - Mariko Tamaki (writer) Juann Cabal & Marcio Fiorito (art) Nolan Woodard (colours) VC's Cory Petit (letters). Two Birthdays and Three Funerals part 5. Read this finale to find out if the Cuckoos get clocked. Evil Esme is about to get even more powerful but her psychic sisters may be having second thoughts about resurrecting her. Marcio's art isn't quite as pretty as Juann's but it's not so different that it ruined this issue for me.
Catwoman #4 - Joelle Jones (writer) Fernando Blanco (past art) Joelle Jones (present art) John Kalisz (past colours) Laura Allred (present colours) Josh Reed (letters). Copycats part 4. One reason Selina left Gotham City is to visit her sister Magdalene. Maggie is in a catatonic state due to a catastrophic trauma that she suffered in the past at the hands of the villain Black Mask. I like these glimpses into a character's past that show us events that go into shaping them. Maggie has another unexpected visitor at the end of this issue that gives Selina cause for concern. I can't wait for the next issue to hit the racks.
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Superman #4 - Brian Michael Bendis (writer) Ivan Reis (pencils) Joe Prado (inks pages 1-9) Oclair Albert (inks pages 10-22) Alex Sinclair (colours) Josh Reed (letters). The Unity Saga part 4. Yay, the Earth is saved from the Phantom Zone with a little help from The Justice League. There is also a hint to how Superman can defeat the villain Rogol Zaar (again). This is as good a time as any to bench this book. I have not been impressed with what Brian has been doing and he has other more worthy books on the racks that I can keep up with. So it's up, up and away for me.
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Amazing Spider-Man #7/LGY #808 - Nick Spencer (writer) Humberto Ramos (pencils) Victor Olazaba (inks) Edgar Delgado (colours) VC's Joe Caramagna (letters). It's a free for all as Peter and Boomerang try to survive being attacked by all the super villains in the Bar With No Name after the Kingpin of Crime sticks his big fat fingers into the festivities. If you think a crook couldn't get away with being the mayor of a major American city then you have not been following the sorry excuse for leadership happening in the US right now. We are seeing how absolute power corrupts absolutely and I keep wondering how long this fiasco is going to go on. Getting back to the fictional world of comic books, a new villain appears at the end of this issue to exert some pressure on Wilson Fisk. I don't remember who this bad guy with the big creepy crawly is but he sure has an iron fist wrapped around the fat man. I'm going to bench this book too. This story about Peter and Boomerang being room mates reminds me of the one where Peter hired the bad guy Clayton Cole/Clash to work for Parker Industries and I already know how that turned out.
Avengers #9/LGY #699 - Jason Aaron (writer) David Marquez (art) Justin Ponsor (colours) VC's Cory Petit (letters). Get ready to meet the Defenders of the Deep. Namor has had it up to here (again) with the surface dwellers defiling the oceans. Marvel is making another good guy into a bad guy and I can foresee how long this conflict will get drawn out just by comparing this book to Jason Aaron's Thor where the War of the Realms has been going on for a while now. Here are two things that bothered me about this issue. First of all, why is Tiger Shark robbing people on a cruise ship? What does he need money for? Secondly, how come Captain Marvel and She-Hulk don't need breathing apparatuses under water? I get that Thor can get away without one because he's an Asgardian God but I don't get how the ladies don't. Namor recruits Tiger Shark to be one of the Defenders of the Deep and I see that Orka has a new costume but I don't know who the other villains are. And where is Attuma? I do dig Namor's new threads though, so I think I'll see how the Mighty Avengers deal with Atlantis rising up again.
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