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doctorgerth · 1 year

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a/n: The first piece for the event! Starting with our sweet freckled fire boi. Will he get a smooch? Or is he safe until the next round? Read to find out! 💕

pairing: Ace x GN!Reader

word count: 1.3k

candy heart prompt: You & Me - Distraction

PORTGAS D. ACE + YOU & ME

The anniversary of the day you joined the crew was quickly approaching, and in typical Whitebeard Pirate fashion, they were planning a substantial celebration for you.

There was no one more grateful you joined the crew besides their very own 2nd Division Commander. You were undoubtedly Ace’s best friend among the crew; the two of you hardly ever seen without the other. That’s why Marco left him the utmost important mission of keeping you distracted while they finished with decorations and last minute preparations. Ace tried his hardest to fulfill his mission by keeping you company in your cabin — not too different from his daily routine.

Though, he really wished he would’ve been given more explicit instruction other than just keeping you ‘preoccupied’. What exactly was he supposed to preoccupy you with? The two of you could chat for hours on end. You’ve done so countless times before, but could he actually keep you cooped up in your room for long enough?

The answer was clearly no, since you quickly became eager to sneak into the kitchen — where the chefs were busy preparing your favorite dishes — for an afternoon snack.

“What is up with you?” you wondered aloud as you reached over to check his temperature. “You never turn down food. Are you ill?”

The warmth of your hand against his forehead was surely enough to bring him to feverish degrees. Your touch often did that, as did your genuine care for him. How could he not have fallen for you?

“I’m fine!” he reassured you with a groan. A result of you removing your hand. He didn’t want it to leave just yet. Or ever. “I just don’t want to face Thatch’s wrath again. My head still hurts from the frying pan he threw at me last time.”

You snickered, “Oh, so the frying pan caused you to lose the last brain cell you had?”

Thump. He smirked. Ace was a sucker for your playful banter. He’d often hoped it was flirting, but even though Ace knew you best, he couldn’t gauge your feelings for him. Did you feel the same way? Was he in your head half as often as you were on his mind?

“Yeah, I’m sorry I don't have any for you to borrow now.”

You rolled your eyes with a smile, “Well, I’m starving and Thatch adores me, so I’m going to go grab a snack. I’ll sneak something for you too. You need to eat. You’ve hardly eaten all day.”

Thump thump. You always looked after him and he loved that about you. Ace loved you. He was never more sure of anything.

He hadn’t eaten all day because he was saving his appetite for the big feast, but of course he couldn’t tell you that. You seemed to be convinced that he wasn’t feeling well. Maybe he could use that to his advantage?

As you rose to your feet, Ace thought quickly and clutched at his stomach, doubling over with an exaggerated groan, “You’re right. I’m not feeling so well…”

You released your hold on the door knob and rushed over to him, rubbing circles against his back and cooing at him. He only felt a little bad about faking an illness, but he could really get used to the feeling of you taking care of him. It felt so natural being here with you.

“Here, lay down,” you directed as you helped Ace into your bed. He looked pitiful staring up at you; those all too familiar dark eyes tugging at your heartstrings. You absentmindedly reached out to swipe some hair out of his eyes and nearly melted when he leaned into your touch. “I’ll go get Marco. Stay here.”

Shit. You’d nearly made him forget why he was faking being sick, let alone what he was supposed to be doing in the first place. Ace struggled in stopping you from walking out the door, struggling even further with getting out from under your covers. He tripped and fell onto the wooden floor, scrambling to his feet as he stumbled down the hallway chasing after you.

“No, wait!” he called after you. You were a few paces ahead of him and quickly made it out onto the deck, stopping only when he caught up to you.

You turned to him with your brows furrowed, “What are you doing? I thought you didn’t feel well?”

Ace was well aware he wouldn’t be able to fool you twice, but you were out in the open now. Exposed to any and all potential spoilers of your celebration. He wasn’t sure he’d be able to lure you back into your room in any normal manner. What the hell was he supposed to do now?

“I’m going to go see Marco to figure out what the hell is wrong with you. I thought I heard him a second ago.” You swivelled your head to find the ship’s doctor.

Ace caught sight of some crewmates behind you, under Marco’s direction, carrying a giant balloon arch along the other end of the main deck and attempting to sneak it into the mess hall. Marco met Ace’s eyes with wide ones, panicked. He shook his head violently as he tried to hurry the crewmates out of your sight. Just as you were about to turn around to catch them in the act, Ace instinctively pulled you closer.

His warm hands cupped your cheeks, positioning your face mere inches from his. He could hear you, feel you gasp against his lips. Your warm breath fanning his own lips left him dizzy, wings fluttering madly in his gut he thought they might lift him off the ground. Having you this close to him was new, intoxicating, intimate. He felt near breathless as he continued to hold you still and you showed no sign of leaving his embrace.

“Don’t go,” he whispered gently, a calloused thumb grazing your cheek.

You sighed and Ace expected you to offer more defiance, to push him away, but instead you stared up at him expectantly, eyes blinking slow. Were you pulling him closer or was he leaning in?

He was surely running a fever now.

Your breaths mingled, lips hovering, noses brushing. The way Ace’s eyes would shamelessly drop to stare at your lips left you wondering how you were even still standing. You’d suddenly forgotten where you were or why you were even there in the first place. All you knew in this moment was him. Just you and him.

“Ace…” you sighed; a helpless plea for him to be closer.

Your name dripped from his lips like honey. You wanted to know if he’d taste just as sweet. Just as you were about to taste for yourself, a teasing voice pierced through the gentle thrumming in your ears.

“Are you two going to keep canoodling each other out on the deck or are you going to come join the party?”

The tension quickly dissipated with Thatch’s voice, causing Ace to drop his hands and you to take a hasty step backward. You turned to look at Thatch who was grinning mischievously. A crowd of crewmates behind him giggled like school girls. When you turned back to Ace, staring at him quizzically, he could only smile.

“Party? What are we celebrating?” Your voice sounded hoarse; unfamiliar. You were still jittery from the anticipation. You were actually going to kiss your best friend.

Though the tension was gone, you could tell something significant had changed between the two of you from that briefly intense moment. You’d always known your feelings for Ace were deeper than friendly, but looking at him now was like looking in a mirror. Ace stared at you in a way akin to lovers and though he was no longer caressing your face, you could feel a warm hand around your own, and another grip around your heart, squeezing as he replied,

“You, of course.”

a/n: Ace survives Round One! No smooch for him so far, but perhaps he’ll end up successful in the next round? We’ll see Fire Fist again in Round Two! Thanks for reading. 💕

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dottorcs · 5 months

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Clingy Roomates Oneshot NSFW

Clingy! Satoru Gojo x Fem! Reader

a/n: This does contain sexual themes. Fluff is everywhere. Satoru is extremely touchy and clingy. Slight angst referring to Suguru. Satoru does walk in to see Y/N naked. This alternates between 3rd person and Y/N's POV. Y/N gets cream pied.

"Oops," Satoru says with a mischievous grin. "Didn't mean to interrupt," he has a bad habit of not knocking before entering your room.

Maybe agreeing to be roommates with him right after high school wasn't the best idea, but his company was appreciated.

"Are you ready to grab a bite?" He sometimes acts more like your boyfriend than your roommate, constantly urging you to go out and cuddling with you on the couch. But deep down, he's just trying to fill the void left by Suguru. He's afraid you'll leave him too. You're all he has.

About 2-3 months ago, Suguru disappeared from both of your lives. Leaving nothing but a note and his cell phone for Satoru to find in the kitchen of their once shared home. Ever since then, Satoru has moved in with you, finding the quietness of his once shared home painful.

"TORU!" I yelped. "I'M NAKED, KNOCK NEXT TIME!" I squealed, trying to cover myself up with whatever I could find. My cheeks dusted with pink as I stare at him in disbelief.

"Sorry," Satoru says, chuckling softly. "Dinner will be ready in a few minutes." He backpedals out of the room, leaving you feeling a bit embarrassed, but also somewhat reassured that he didn't take advantage of the situation. You take a deep breath and finish getting dressed, trying to shake off the awkwardness of the moment. As you step out of your room, you catch sight of Satoru cooking in the kitchen. He's dressed in a white shirt and black sweatpants, a pink apron wrapped around his neck and torso, with the words "Kiss The Chef" written across. He turns around and flashes you a warm smile. He motions for you to come over. You hesitate for a moment before joining him at the kitchen island. The smell of food is comforting, and you can't help but feel grateful for your clingy roommate who always seems to know just what you need.

As you sit down next to him, he places a plate in front of you, steam rising from the delicious-looking meal. The pasta is cooked, perfectly al dente, and coated in a savory sauce with bits of tender meat. You can't help but look up at him with appreciation.

"I'm sorry for yelling at you 'Toru, I was caught by surprise, please don't be upset." I said as I rubbed the back of my neck. Feeling guilty about my previous actions, I put my hand on top of his, feeling his warm and soft yet scarred hands.

"It's okay," Satoru reassures you, squeezing your hand gently. He chuckles softly before taking a bite of his food. You follow suit, savoring the flavors on your tongue. The pasta is perfectly cooked, and the sauce is tangy yet sweet, reminding you of the times Geto would come over, seemingly attempting to teach you how to cook.

You feel a pang of sadness wash over you, but Satoru's warm presence next to you helps ground you in the present. As you continue eating, you find yourself relaxing a little. Maybe being around your clingy roommate isn't so bad after all. You glance up at him, noticing the gentle way he's chewing his food, the way his eyes light up when he talks about something he's passionate about.

There's something about Satoru that draws you in, even if it's different from the intense connection you had with Geto. You decide that tonight, you'll give him a chance to explain why he's acting the way he is. After all, maybe he just needs someone to lean on too.

We finished our pasta in a comfortable, warm silence. As I grab our bowls to start washing the dishes, I feel 2 familiar hands wrap around my waist. Satoru's chest pressing against my back as I feel him snuggle in the crook of my neck, white soft hairs tickling my cheek. "So, do you want to talk about why you've been so clingy recently?" I say in a gentle tone, a smile creeping onto my lips as I breathe in his expensive yet comforting cologne.

Satoru hesitated for a moment before he exhaled softly, his warm breath tickling your neck... "I can't help it. You're just so amazing, and I want to be with you all the time." He shifted slightly, his arms slightly tightening around you. "But please, give me a chance. I want to take care of you, and I want to make you happy." He lifts his head from your shoulder to kiss the top of your head.

His words sent a shiver down your spine, and you couldn't help but feel a strange surge of emotion welling up inside you. You turned around to face him, your faces inches apart. Satoru's eyes widened slightly at the sight of you so close, his face flushed with an adorable blush. He reached up to gently cup your face, his thumbs brushing against your cheekbones.

"Anytime.." he paused.

"Anytime what?" I looked at him, admiring his features.

Most people found Satoru's presence intimidating, mainly due to his height, but under that is just a soft, gentle, giant. His eyes were the prettiest shade of blue. I always loved getting lost in those eyes of his. I gently raise my hand to cup his cheek, rubbing my thumb against his soft skin.

"Anytime you need me," he whispers, leaning in to press your lips against his, leaving a gentle and soft kiss. As you pull away, a small smile plays on your lips. You can feel Satoru's heartbeat quicken under your touch, and it sends a wave of warmth through your body.

I wrap my arms around his neck, tippy toeing to shower his face with kisses.

Satoru's hands snake around your waist once more, pulling you closer. He leans over, his lips brush against your neck, sending shivers down your spine. He nuzzles into you, inhaling your scent.

"I will always be there for you. I never want to lose you." He said.

Your heart swells at his words. You know there is still healing to do, both physically and emotionally, but with Satoru by your side, you feel optimistic about the future. You press your body against his, feeling the gentle warmth of his skin.

The soft texture of his clothed chest is enticing, and you can't help but wonder what it would feel like to touch it bare. Satoru's hands move from your waist to your back, and then down to your bottom, squeezing gently. He pulls you closer, his erection pressing against your thigh.

You sigh contentedly, pressing your body against his, wanting more. You know that with Satoru, you have found someone who will cherish and protect you. And for the first time in a long time, you felt at peace.

He pulls you into a kiss once more. This time long and needy. The kiss deepened, soft moans escaped from the two.

My hands ran through his soft hair. I pull away from his kiss, looking at his eyes, his beautiful eyes with a soft expression on my face. "Satoru... Please.. I need you in me." I said. Lust filled both of our eyes. He doesn't hesitate to pick me up and bring me to his room, where he gently placed me on his bed.

Satoru removed his shirt, revealing his toned torso, and the soft pattern of hair that trailed down to his navel, your heart skipped a beat.

You took off your own shirt next, eager to feel his skin against yours. Your bra came off with a gentle pull, and Satoru's eyes were drawn to your perky breasts, already hardened with desire. He helped you undo it, and then stepped out of his pants, releasing his member from his boxers. It was already fully erect and glistening with pre-cum. You marveled at its size, the thought that it would be inside you sent a jolt of electricity through your body.

He alined himself up as he pressed a soft kiss to your temple. As he's pushing his hips forward, you gasped at the sensation of being filled up so completely, but also moaned in pleasure. He began to thrust slowly, his hips meeting yours in perfect rhythm. You wrapped your legs around his waist, digging your heels into his back, urging him to go deeper. His tongue found its way into your mouth, dancing with yours.

Soft moans escaped my lips, as I feel him completely fill me up. '''Toru.. please.. come in me." I said desperately. "I need you, I need all of you." I said, moaning his name.

Satoru groaned at the sound of your voice, and with one powerful thrust, he plunged his whole length into you, filling you completely. He let out a deep moan of pleasure as he felt you tighten around him. It was a sensation that sent shivers down his spine.

His hips began to move faster, his body rocking against yours in a rhythm that was both primal and passionate. You felt him hit your sweet spot with every thrust, eliciting gasps and moans from both of you.

Satoru reached around to touch your breast, pinching the nipple gently as he continued to pound into you.

The friction between your bodies was creating a heat that seemed to consume them both. Their breathing became heavier, their moans louder, as their bodies moved together in a frenzy of desire. He moved his hand down to stroke your clit, adding another layer of pleasure to an already intense experience. The feeling was overwhelmingly amazing, and it wasn't long before you both climaxed together, crying out each other's names as wave after wave of pleasure washed over them. They collapsed onto the bed, still connected and panting heavily. Their hearts beat in unison as they looked into each other's eyes, their souls truly connecting for the first time.

"I love you 'Toru," I said. I stared at him, my eyes full of love. Satoru looked into your eyes, his heart racing. He pulled you closer, his lips pressing against yours in a deep, long, and passionate kiss. You could feel the love and desire that flowed between you, binding your souls together. As the moments passed, the kiss became slower and more tender, a reflection of the love that had been growing between you. You both knew that this was just the beginning of a beautiful journey together.

#gojo satoru #jjk gojo #gojo x reader #jujutsu gojo #jjk #jjk x reader #jjk x fem!reader #gojo x female reader #jjk smut #angst #fluff #jjk fluff #jjk angst #slight angst #fem reader

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hungarrrrrr · 8 months

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ALL ABOARD MY CRACK SHIPS!! 🚢🚢🚢

(in no particular order)

Alya x Adrien (Rena x Chat) same brain cell all the way

Ok ik I said they share the same brain cell and I still think Rena and Chat do but Alya and Adrien’s dynamic is a lil different. They’d probably start off as friends first. I think Alya would take him out of his comfort zone and show him new and exciting things. Like adrenaline junkie things bc Alya is so fun and fearless. Also different foods bc her mom is a Chef.

Stormy Weather x Chat Noir. gets flustered/angry when teased x teaser

okay I think this one is pure crack but it’d be so silly! Soo much banter, so many puns. There is no real explanation or justification for this ship, I just watched Stormy Weather and found them fun. also I love stormy weather’s design

Chloe x Adrien aww childhood friends to lovers.

Of course their relationship would have some ups and downs but Adrien is kind, patient, and forgiving giving Chloe the room to fully develop into a better person. Chloe would help Adrien become more assertive and firm, not only with her bc she can act like a brat sometimes, but also with his father and people who try to take advantage of him (FÉLIX). He would probably only get like that on occasion though and Chloe would usually be the one to say he ordered no pickles on his burger.

Chloe x Kagami (Queen Bee x Ryuko) tsundere x kuudere.

I can see this going two of ways, either enemies to lovers or something similar to a celebrity/popular person and person who doesn’t give a shit and treats them like a normal person. Kagami would call Chloe out on her shit n that would simultaneously piss Chloe off and make her contemplate the way she acts. Maybe they both connect over their love for Adrien, platonic or romantic (😱 love triangle where the opponents fall in love instead!?!?) Both are some how extremely blunt while also being emotionally constipated. I like to imagine that when Chloe is being rude for attention Kagami would ignore her until Chloe asks directly for what she wants(cuddles).

Luka x Nino (Viperion x Carapace) chill guy x nervous wreck.

When Nino is stressed Luka is always there to calm him down. Otherwise, they’re both super chill and bond over music. In the past, Nino would sometimes entertain the idea of learning an instrument and making his own music but now that Luka’s in his life and is starting a band, he has more motivation to learn the keyboard. He would probably replace Adrien in Kitty Section (sorry adrien). But if Adrien rlly wants to be in the band Nino has no problem just directing/editing the music videos for them or background sound stuff.

Nino x Marinette complete disasters.

Definitely awkward in the beginning. Especially if they both have crushes on eachother. Nino would make Marinette playlists as a way of communicating his feelings. Either the titles of all the songs say a message or the songs themselves are the message. So much blushing, nervous laughter, and slip-ups (if they can even talk to eachother at all), Adrien and Alya would help them fall in love and confess and possibly develop feelings for each other while doing so.

Rose x Max might be a lil ooc but cinnamon roll x cynical or more accurately blind optimist x extreme realist

lol I lowkey started writing a whole short story/synopsis for these two but long story short Rose gets Max to believe in the improbable and to stop relying so much brain and more on his heart. Rose can be kind of naive so Max helps Rose use her brain and start questioning others and their intentions more. When Rose tell Max about her illness he would freak out, research it, and bring Rose’s favorite things as much as possible if she was in the hospital. He even would build her a robot that tells jokes, plays movies, and has custom video games that she would like. Idk.

To be honest most of these started off as jokes but now that I’ve typed out their dynamics I think some of these ships could actually work.

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imaleealltheway · 1 year

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✨Nanbaka Tickle Headcanons✨

Jyugo

Lee leaning Switch

- he tries to hide the fact that he is ticklish but the squad knows what’s up

- when tickled he will try and fight back or just roll up into a ball or both

- when tickled he would try and hide his face/smile but his ler *cough uno cough* wouldn’t like that so they would try and make him put his arm/hands down

- he HATES getting teased when tickled it will make him blush like CRAZY

- the one who would mostly tickle him is DEFINITELY uno you can not tell me I’m wrong I’m never wrong :T

- but honestly everyone in the cell would tickle him because they want him to smile more and they just want him to be happy

- but don’t get me wrong he will also fight back immediately-

- he loves revenge and backpack mostly on the guys because he loves to see them laughing

- god I love jyugo my hubby 😭💖

Uno

Ler leaning Switch

- he will tickle anyone at anytime, mostly jyugo-

- jyugo is his number 1 victim

- he just loves to see him laughing, blushing, and smiling

- it makes his day happy

- but don’t get me wrong, he is ticklish himself-

- jyugo will sometimes get packback on him, well whenever he feels like it

- nico and rock will also tickle him because let’s be real, he can be a lil shit sometimes

Rock

Ler

- he is definitely the ler of the group

- he will tickle literally everyone

- plus with him being the biggest one and strongest one he has the advantage >:]

- he also loves to see all 3 of the boyos smile and laughing which is understandable because who wouldn’t

- but just because he is the main ler of the group and tickles the boyos a lot doesn’t mean he isn’t ticklish himself 👀

- he is definitely ticklish

- but with how strong and big he is the boyos get to scared to tickle him because they know for a fact that anyone who tickles him with get WRECK

- plus they all tried to do it before and they all almost died laughing 🗿

- the only ones to tickle him are the guards and the chef guy because the chef guy is the homie and he is much bigger than rock too-

Nico

Switch

- NICO MY SON MY BABY 💖

- I mean just look at him you can not tell me he isn’t ticklish

- everyone in the cell tries and loves to tickle him I mean who wouldn’t because I also would love to tickle him 😭💖

- after he gets tickled he would go straight to sleep because of the medicine he takes

- HIS GIGGLES ARE ADORABLE YOU CAN NOT TELL ME IM WRONG-

- when tickled he would try and fight back but not as hard as jyugo

- he would barley put in any effort and just let you do your thang

- he honestly loves getting tickled and wouldn’t mind

- but he also loves tickling people because he likes to hear people laugh

- he has also definitely wreck all the guys before

- and he will tease A LOT

- he is a master at tickles let’s be real

✨Bonus✨

Honestly all and all I love my boyos

I’m almost done with the show and imma miss them so much 😭💖

#hopefully this is good I made this at like 3am in the morning-#hope you enjoyed 💖#nanbaka tickling #nanbaka tickles #pls watch nanbaka it’s really good and funny 🧎#nanbaka

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birubilirubin · 2 years

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Shuichi-Haibara's Shadows 3

Look at the animation team create their own sadomasochist drama.🥴

Shuichi looked at his cell phone not because he is upset, but he thinks of a strategy, he called Camel.

FBI gossip, because his girlfriend died so he became quiet, and he thought too much about his girlfriend. How many people have been misled? 🤭

They all didn't even know the younger sister name, appearance, and code name of the important scientist of the organization Shuichi had met, and they speculated about Shuichi’s feeling. James and Jodie just saying some of bullsh*t. They turn the red and black chapters into a tragic love story.🤦🏻‍♂️

FBI, It's normal for Shuichi to feel uncomfortable. First, he felt sorry for this girl because he couldn't respond her feelings. It was a pity that she died before he apologized, not to mention that she was Shiho's sister, and the second thing was that Shiho's situation wouldn't get any better after Akemi's death.

In the red and black chapter Shuichi is very happy because he has found Shiho and she is in a safe place.

James, you think you know about Akai and Gin very well. Gin's point of view to Akai is only the FBI agent shoots him. So, where does Akai's one-sided hatred come from?

Look at Shuichi's state now. He doesn’t despair when he is criticized for his dish. He wants to win a woman’s heart. In private, he secretly laughed and talked about his little girl with the Professor, who knew her true identity. Yukiko even complimented him for being handsome and polite. Slap those FBI guys in the face every day 🤬

Ai kept her eyes on Subaru and accidentally tripped over the stairs, and Subaru quickly caught her from the front. While the detective boys group was taking photos, Subaru took a photo of Ai with his cell phone and happened to notice the words on the stone behind Ai. Subaru seemed to be teasing Ai, he had sharp sniper eyes and could see the words through the zoomed photo, but he went straight to Ai. Subaru's aura frightened Ai.

Shuichi's words were all pointed out to Ai. He might still not believe that Ai was able to escape from the organization, and he might also be happy that Ai had turned from a criminal to a traitor, but he was also worried about Ai's loneliness and feelings of fear that she always felt.

At first, Ai didn't trust Subaru, and didn't even want to stay at the Professor's house, let alone let Subaru pick her up.

The Professor's car broke down, and wanted to call the FBI agent who was very free to deliver gasoline (This is a special request from father-in-law, surely it will not be refused), then Ai, who has had half-moon eyes since morning, immediately woke up when she heard Subaru's name. This double standard FBI agent is certainly happy, he will do anything for Ai-chan. (I don't want Shiho to get hurt even by a single scratch).

Subaru takes advantage of Ai's absence to treat "Father-in-law", and has always been a “future son-in-law” who is always on standby 24 hours a day. Since then he has been the family chef.

Shuichi seemed to be very grateful to Professor and Conan for taking care of Shiho during his absence. If Shuichi knew Shiho had several times wanted to commit suicide and one of that was right in front of his eyes, how would he react?🤔

After Scar Akai appears, Subaru bumps into Jodie and casts his spell 50:50, but Jodie doesn't know her ex-boyfriend's spell, and she is still chasing Bourbon, Shuichi lets her run after Bourbon. Jodie, are you really his ex-lover?🙄. Camel and Conan even know Shuichi's spell better than you. It seems Camel is more suited to be Shuichi's ex-lover, he knows Shuichi better than Jodie😅. Jodie is just like a Shuichi fangirl like Sonoko and Yukiko.

This scene Jodie is really used as a tool person for Shuichi's fake death. Aoyama made Jodie run around just to find the fake Shuichi. At that moment, Vermouth confirmed that Shuichi was really dead based on Jodie's hysterical reaction. If Gosho didn't make any past between them, who would have to reveal the hysterical cries and deceive Vermouth, could it be Camel or James?.

Shuichi's first impression of Jodie was a woman who was rambling. So, why are they dating? 🙄

It is amazing that Ai's poisonous tongue is recognized by everyone. Sonoko, Heiji and the others often choked and fell silent, and even Conan was sometimes stunned. However, Subaru had always been able to answer Ai with ease. When the two faced each other, Ai had nothing to say. Subaru is the only one who can defeat Ai's poisonous tongue.

Plus couple clothes.🤭

Genta spills Ai's curry, and the detective boys goes to buy ingredients. Subaru sneaks behind her, even if he finds a strange person in Agasa's house, he doesn't care, this has nothing to do with Ai because that time Ai appeared in Agasa's video.

#Haibara Ai #Akai Suichi #Jodie Starling #Andre Camel #James Black #Detective Conan #shadow

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foodnutra · 4 months

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Can We Eat Fruits and Nuts Together?

Fruits and nuts are two of the most delicious food groups on the planet. They’re both easy to pack for lunch, they travel well, and they both have a long shelf life. But how do you know if it’s okay to eat them together? Can you mix pecans with apples or pistachios with grapes? The short answer is yes: Fruits and nuts can go well together when eaten in moderation. In this article, we’ll explore why eating fruits and nuts together is beneficial as well as some things that might make it a bad idea — including some things that many people don’t consider at all!

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Another factor that contributes to the high quality of these raisins is the meticulous harvesting process. The grapes are allowed to ripen fully on the vine, ensuring maximum natural sugar content before they are handpicked and laid out on paper trays to sun-dry. This natural drying process, which harnesses the California sun, preserves the fruit’s natural sugars, enhancing its sweet flavor and ensuring a delicate texture.

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The versatility of California raisins is another aspect of their acclaim. They are a staple in various cuisines, used in everything from traditional baked goods and confectioneries to savory dishes and health-focused recipes. Their natural sweetness, nutritional value, and culinary flexibility make them a preferred choice for chefs and home cooks alike.

In conclusion, the best quality of raisins in the world is often considered to be from California, thanks to the region’s ideal growing conditions, advanced processing techniques, commitment to quality and safety, sustainable practices, and the versatile appeal of the end product. These factors combine to make California raisins a premium product in the global market.

There are many benefits to eating fruits and nuts together.

First, let’s talk about the benefits of eating fruits and nuts together. Both fruits and nuts are rich in nutrients. For example, both contain antioxidants that help fight free radicals that can damage your body cells. They also have similar amounts of fiber, which helps keep you full longer.

So what are some other advantages? Well, research shows that people who eat more fruits and vegetables have a lower risk for heart disease than those who don’t eat many fruits or vegetables at all (1). Additionally, eating more whole grains may help lower blood pressure (2). Finally, if you’re trying to lose weight or maintain a healthy weight by following a plant-based diet (more on this below), then there are plenty of reasons why adding nuts into your daily routine could be beneficial!

Now that you know the benefits of eating nuts and fruits together, let’s talk about the various ways to enjoy them. You can eat them both raw or cooked, as well as add them to other foods such as smoothies or salads. Here are several recipes that incorporate these two superfoods:

Nuts and Fruit Salad: This is an easy dish to make that takes very little time. Just combine equal parts of nuts, dried fruit and yogurt (try plain Greek yogurt or coconut yogurt), then top with your favorite seasonal fruits. The best part about this recipe is that it can be made year-round since most fruits are available year-round!

Nuts and Fruit Trail Mix: This is another easy recipe that requires very little time and effort. Just combine nuts, dried fruit and dark chocolate chips (or whatever your favorite type of chocolate is). You can also add in other ingredients such as peanut butter, granola or coconut flakes for an extra crunchy texture.

Consuming fruits and nuts together can reduce the risk of heart disease.

A diet rich in fruits and nuts can reduce your risk of heart disease.

Fruits, like grapes and apples, are rich in antioxidants that can help prevent damage to cells. Nuts, like almonds and cashews, are also rich in antioxidants; they also contain monounsaturated fats (MUFAs) which have been shown to lower blood cholesterol levels. In addition to these benefits fruits and nuts both contain potassium which helps maintain healthy bones while providing a source of fiber that helps keep you feeling full longer so you’re less likely to overeat later on

Fruits and nuts are both low in calories and high in fiber, making them perfect for weight loss. They also contain nutrients like potassium and magnesium that help keep you full longer so you’re less likely to overeat later on. The Mediterranean diet is also rich in fish, which contains omega-3 fatty acids that are good for your heart. In addition to being high in protein and low in sugar, nuts are high in fiber and contain magnesium which helps lower blood pressure.

Fruits and nuts are both rich in monosaturated fats, which can help lower blood cholesterol levels.

Monosaturated fats are an important part of a healthy diet. They can help lower cholesterol levels, which can reduce your risk of heart disease.

Monosaturated fats are found in many foods, including nuts and avocados (both fruits), fish, olive oil and other vegetable oils.

Polyunsaturated fats also can be beneficial. They’re found in many plant-based oils, such as safflower, corn and soybean oil.

The U.S. Department of Agriculture recommends eating a diet that’s high in fiber, fruits, vegetables and low-fat or fat-free dairy products. This type of diet may help reduce your risk of heart disease and other chronic conditions.

But what about fats? Can you eat too many of them? And how do you know which fats are healthy and which aren’t? Here’s what you need to know about fat in your diet.

For more info: Can We Eat Fruits and Nuts Together? — FoodNutra

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"Beetroot Brilliance: revealing the Vibrant Colour and Healthful Advantages"

Nestled among the root vegetables, beets are notable not only for their amazingly dark color, but also for the countless health benefits they bring to the table. Beetroot's rich, earthy flavor and dark color make it a versatile addition to sweet and savory dishes. Farzana Fresh Vegetables Suppliers Dubai explores the wonders of beets, from their mesmerizing color to their nutritional powerhouse and their many benefits.

Bright colors of beets:

Deep red to purple:

Beetroot's unique color ranges from deep red to bright purple due to a unique combination of pigments, including betacyan. These natural compounds not only give beets their stunning color, but also contribute to their antioxidant properties. Betanin:

Betanin is the main pigment responsible for the red color of beets. This water-soluble compound is not only aesthetically pleasing, but is also a powerful antioxidant that protects cells from oxidative stress.

Versatility in the Culinary Arts:

The dark color of beets adds a visual touch to a variety of dishes, from salads and soups to smoothies and desserts. It's popular among chefs and home cooks alike because it can add a striking color.

Benefits of beets:

Heart health:

Beets are associated with cardiovascular health due to their high nitrate content, which dilates blood vessels, improves blood circulation, and helps lower blood pressure. Regular consumption can contribute to heart health.

Rich in nutrients:

Beetroot is a nutritional powerhouse, containing vitamins such as folic acid and vitamin C, and minerals such as potassium and manganese. These essential nutrients play an important role in supporting overall health and wellness.

Antioxidant properties:

The betacyans found in beetroot act as powerful antioxidants and help neutralize free radicals in the body. Antioxidants play a role in reducing inflammation and protecting cells from damage. Improved training performance:

The nitrates found in beetroot can improve athletic performance by increasing oxygen supply to muscles, reducing oxygen demand during exercise, and improving endurance. This makes beets a popular choice among athletes.

Digestive health:

Beetroot is an excellent source of fiber and promotes a healthy digestive system. Fiber supports regular bowel movements, prevents constipation, and supports overall gastrointestinal health.

Detoxification:

Compounds found in beets support liver function and support the body's natural detoxification processes. The betalains found in beetroot are thought to support liver health.

In conclusion, beetroot's brilliance goes beyond its captivating color. It has a variety of health benefits and is a worthy addition to a balanced diet. From supporting heart health to improving athletic performance to providing a wealth of nutrients, beets prove that their vibrant exterior reflects the healthy goodness inside. Whether roasted, pickled, or blended into a nutritious smoothie, beets are a testament to the amazing combination of taste and health. Enjoy beets and enjoy their vibrant color and health benefits.

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A native of the Mediterranean region, parsley has become one of the most popular herbs worldwide. As you can see, the species of this plant are pretty diverse. Because of its subtle flavor, this herb often serves to garnish soups, salads, and other foods. In addition to providing many health benefits for humans, can your pet consume parsley also? Or Can Dogs Eat Parsley? Yes, definitely! Dogs can gain health advantages from the consumption of parsley. According to some reports, parsley can reduce itchiness, provide freshen breath, and treat urinary tract infections. Parsley leaves contain many vitamins and minerals, including vitamins C and A, antioxidants, and folic acid. But pregnant or kidney-infected dogs should not consume parsley as a primary source of nutrients. Find out how parsley can benefit your dog's health in this article. Here is a brief history of parsley. The parsley plant belongs to the Apiaceae family. More than 2,000 years ago, the herb served various purposes. According to Greek tradition, it was once called "rock celery." It is traditionally grown in rocky terrain in Mediterranean regions. Even though the vegetable serves primarily as a garnish, it also adds color and flavor to various dishes. Thus, it is the perfect finishing touch at the end of the cooking process. Chefs also use the herb alongside thyme, rosemary, peppermint, and oregano. The popularity of parsley in cooking has spread throughout the world, despite its origins in the Mediterranean. Can Dogs Eat Parsley? Is it okay? The answer is yes. It is safe for dogs to eat parsley in small quantities. Only Petroselinum cripsum or curly parsley is acceptable. The spring parsley plant, Cymopterus watsonii, contains high furanocoumarins that harm dogs. This chemical is known to cause light sensitivity and blindness. However, you should know whether all types of parsley contain furanocoumarin or not, so feed your dog only small amounts. Parsley's health benefits for your dog? Dogs can benefit from this herb in several ways, including: As a result of their antibacterial properties, these herbs safely remove bacteria from a dog's teeth. It is often used in dog treats to prevent tartar buildup and foul breath. Additionally, it is used in commercial dog foods to enhance their flavor. Additionally, parsley is beneficial in the treatment of urinary tract infections. Due to its antibacterial properties, it assists in flushing bacteria out of the system. This product is helpful for dogs that suffer from stomach upsets regularly. Additionally, parsley provides a wealth of vitamins and antioxidants, notably vitamin K, which eliminates inflammatory cells that adversely affect blood clotting. It also contains vitamin C, which supports immunity and heart health, and vitamin A, which maintains eye and skin health. Parsley for Dogs: How to Feed It? Have you ever wondered how to introduce parsley to your dog's diet? Listed below are a few approaches you can use to accomplish this. Since parsley is deliciously fresh or cooked, you can prepare it in various ways. It is easy for your dog's breath to smell fresh by mixing parsley with juiced blended after adding it directly to the dog's water bowl. You can chop the parsley and sprinkle it on your dog's food. Alternatively, you can make your dog treats with this herb or purchase commercial dog treats containing parsley. As an extra precaution, if you are worried that your dog might accidentally consume too much parsley, you can blend it with water and create a juice that you can pour directly into their water bowls if you think that is likely to happen. The consumption of parsley by dogs poses health risks? While parsley is safe for human consumption, it may not be the right food for your puppy. The herb parsley can cause toxicity in dogs, despite its seemingly harmless appearance. The parsley plant Cymopterus watsonii is known for causing skin irritations in dogs after consump

tion. In any case, your dog may need supportive care if he consumes this parsley. Whenever you add spices or greens to your dog's food, you should always check the safety of the ingredients. If your dog has accidentally consumed parsley and is acting strange, you should contact your veterinarian immediately. Parsley poisoning in dogs: causes and symptoms? Furanocoumarins are present in parsley, which has a powerful potency enhanced by ultraviolet rays. As a result, your dog is highly susceptible to developing a sunburn-like reaction after eating the plan. Parsley poisoning in dogs: symptoms and signs? There are many symptoms associated with parsley poisoning, including: Dermatitis with exudation Dermatitis ulcerative The toxicity of the eye How to diagnose dog parsley poisoning? Your veterinarian will ask several questions about your dog's medical history. It is essential to inform your vet if your dog has traveled, had health problems, or ate or foraged inappropriately. During the physical examination, they will collect your dog's vital statistics and any symptoms he may be experiencing. When your dog experiences a skin reaction due to photosensitivity, your veterinarian may scrape a portion of the dog's skin under the microscope. A veterinarian will also examine your dog's skin to check for ulcers. It is not necessary to scrape the ulcerative skin. A test will be conducted on your dog's organs to determine the effect of the toxins on your dog. The veterinarian will perform a chemistry panel and complete the blood count. Veterinarians can also examine kidney function by performing a urinalysis. As a result, they can get an overall picture of the patient and determine if further diagnostic tests are necessary. A packed cell volume test (PCV) will provide the data needed to determine the degree of dehydration. Parsley Poisoning in Dogs: Treatment? The symptoms your dog is experiencing may indicate that he has ingested parsley, in which case your vet may induce vomiting based on the symptoms your dog is experiencing. Doing so will empty any leftover pieces before the body absorbs them. A prescription for activated charcoal may be necessary when vomiting does not occur after too much time has passed since consumption. The binders and neutralizers will prevent the body from absorbing the parsley's toxins, causing more irritation to the skin. You can apply an ointment or cream to treat your dog's irritation. Additionally, if he suffers from photosensitivity, he must avoid exposure to the sun until the toxin has left his body. Frequently Asked Questions? Is parsley harmful to dogs? A large amount of parsley can cause dermatitis and other skin allergies. Kidney stones are at risk in dogs who eat parsley because it contains many oxalates. There is also a risk of muscle contractions in pregnant dogs, so feeding them parsley is not recommended. Is parsley a natural remedy for dogs? The answer is yes; Your dog can drink a tea made from powdered or finely grated roots to relieve arthritis. The concoction can be delivered to your dog daily in 1-2 tablespoons. Additionally, green leaves can be a healthy soup for your dog if he has urinary issues or needs a nutritional boost. Conclusion For centuries, parsley has been used to flavor food and provide medical treatment for various ailments. For dogs, it is safe to give them at any age. However, if your dog has health issues or you need assistance determining the proper dosages to prevent toxicity, it is advisable to consult a veterinarian.

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ghostpeppernoodle · 1 year

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You Never Know the Health Benefits of Pulled Pork

The chef has created a wide variety of cooking methods and techniques. There are many different culinary techniques since people become tired of the traditional ones. People can cook in a variety of ways, including roasting, baking, frying, deep frying, and sautéing.

This article will go over a specific pork cooking technique. Do you enjoy eating pork? What is your preferred method of cooking pork? In general, people enjoy roasting pork and serving it with vegetables such as lettuce. However, have you ever heard the term "pulled pork"?

Pork is difficult to find in the UAE, so I discovered Korean Grocery Familymart, which sells imported pork in the UAE at the best price. They also sell all kinds of Korean products at low prices.

What exactly is pulled pork?

Pulled pork is a term that refers to the method or technique of cooking pork. The pork is smoked over low heat for an extended period of time; it can be cooked on the stovetop or in the oven. After the meat has been cooked or done, shred it with forks until it is in pieces.

Pulled pork can be used in a variety of dishes. It can be used in sandwiches, burgers, or as a side dish with rice. Pull pork not only provides tender and juicy meat, but it also appears to have health benefits for us. Tenderloin pork, lean pork, shoulder pork, and other parts of the pig can be eaten. However, shoulder pork is typically used as the main ingredient in pulled pork.

The Health Advantages of Pulled Pork

Encourages Satiety or Fullness

Pulled pork is high in protein and high in quality. Satiety or fullness refers to the sensation of being satisfied or full as a result of the foods we consume. Protein is thought to be more satiating than other types of carbohydrates.

Body Weight Balance

Eating pulled pork can help with weight loss by preserving muscle mass during times of energy restriction.

Keeping Muscle Mass

Maintaining muscle mass is critical when trying to lose weight. Maintaining muscle mass can help you burn more fat in your body, resulting in less fat in your body and a healthier you.

Good Protein Source

Protein content is critical for supporting certain chemical activities within the body, such as metabolism and thermogenesis.

Vitamin B-6 is abundant in this food

Not only does protein promote better metabolism, but so do vitamin B-6 properties. The Health Benefits of Vitamin B-6 also help your metabolism burn fat. Furthermore, it maintains the function of nervous systems.

Boost Your Immune System

Pork contains zinc, which is beneficial to immunity. Having a good immune system will result in the body's ability to resist a wide range of diseases.

Make Red Blood Cells

Pork meat contains a variety of vitamins, minerals, and other substances that are beneficial to the body's health, such as protein and amino acids. These ingredients aid in bodybuilding and the production of red blood cells. As a result, there are numerous health benefits of pulled pork for you!

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lowcarbcity · 2 years

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Why is the keto diet beneficial for you?

A keto diet is a way of eating that places an emphasis on foods that are high in beneficial fats, sufficient in protein, and low in carbohydrates. To consume more calories from fat than from carbohydrates is the goal.

The diet works by reducing the body's supply of sugar. It will consequently start to digest fat for energy. As a result, the body begins to produce molecules known as ketones, which it uses as fuel. Weight loss can result from the body burning fat.

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1. Encourages weight loss

The ketogenic diet may aid in weight loss in a number of ways, including by increasing metabolism and decreasing appetite.

Ketogenic diets include satiating foods that may lower hormones that cause hunger. dependable source These factors suggest that adopting a ketogenic diet may decrease hunger and aid in weight loss.

2. Reduces acne

Numerous factors can contribute to acne, and some people's diets and blood sugar levels may be involved.

Eating a diet rich in processed and refined carbohydrates may change the balance of gut bacteria and create major swings in blood sugar, both of which can be harmful to the health of the skin.

3. Might lower risk of some malignancies

Researchers have looked into how the ketogenic diet may be used to cure or possibly prevent some types of cancer.

one research According to Trusted Source, certain cancer patients may benefit from using the ketogenic diet as a complimentary therapy in addition to chemotherapy and radiation therapy. This is due to the fact that it would kill cancer cells by inducing more oxidative stress in them than in healthy cells.

4. Might strengthen heart health

When following the ketogenic diet, it's crucial to make healthy meal selections. According to some research, consuming healthy fats like avocados instead of unhealthy fats like pork rinds will help lower cholesterol and hence improve heart health.

Some persons had a sizable decline in their levels of total cholesterol and low-density lipoprotein in 2017, according to a 2017 assessment of research of animals and humans on the ketogenic diet (Trusted Source) (LDL), Increases in high-density lipoprotein (HDL), or "good" cholesterol, and triglycerides were seen.

The risk of cardiovascular disease can rise when cholesterol levels are high. Because a keto diet lowers cholesterol, it may lessen a person's risk of developing cardiac problems.

The review did come to the conclusion that the quality of the food is what determines how well the diet affects heart health. As a result, it's critical to eat a diet that is nutritionally balanced and healthy.

5. Could safeguard brain function

According to some research, like this 2019 review Trusted Source, the ketones that the keto diet produces have neuroprotective advantages, which means they help support and safeguard the brain and nerve cells.

Because of this, a ketogenic diet may assist someone with conditions such as Alzheimer’s disease.

6. May lessen seizure activity

The keto diet modifies how the body consumes energy and causes ketosis as a result of the proportions of fat, protein, and carbohydrates. The metabolic state of ketosis occurs when the body burns ketone bodies as fuel.

According to the Epilepsy Foundation, ketosis can lessen seizures in epilepsy sufferers, particularly in those who have not responded to other forms of treatment. This appears to work best on kids who have focused seizures, but further research is needed to determine its effectiveness.

2019 analysis

The idea that persons with epilepsy can benefit from a ketogenic diet is supported by Trusted Source. The ketogenic diet may lessen the symptoms of epilepsy through a number of different processes.

If you are looking for a meal plan that will help you lose weight and keep the pounds off, then keto might be a diet for you. With so many variants of this eating style out there, it can be difficult to decide what is best for your individual needs. That’s where lowcarbcity comes in! In this article, we will provide our top three picks for the keto meal plan Dubai: The Bulletproof Diet, The Dukan Diet, and The Paleo Diet. We hope that these options can help you find the perfect plan to suit your specific goals!

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shalimarindiasposts · 2 years

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Health Benefits of Kashmiri Chilli Powder

Indians' love for spices is well-known around the world. Every dish we consume and relish is infused with the passion and essence of spices. However, there are some spices without which we could not imagine cooking. Kashmiri Chilli Powder is a unique spice that may be used in practically any Indian dish. Red chilli, both dried and powdered, adds a deep, fiery flavour to dishes. The subtle flavour of Kashmiri Chilli Powder is what sets it apart. As a result, it can be used in recipes without becoming overheated.Moreover, it imparts a vibrant red colour to food, making it both tasty and appealing visually. It does, however, provide a variety of health benefits in addition to making the food more flavorful and visually pleasing. Due to its mild heat and high nutritional value, Kashmiri Chilli Powder provides a variety of health benefits.

Health Benefits of Kashmiri Chilli Powder

Kashmiri Chilli Powder has a mild heat, yet it has a lot of health benefits. Regular consumption of this kind of chilli powder has a number of health benefits. The following are some of the health advantages of Kashmiri Chilli Powder:

Rich in vitamins:

You can throw out those multi-vitamin supplements if you just include this magical spice in your daily diet. Kashmiri Chilli Powder is a good source of vitamin C. Daily intake of vitamin C is essential for great hair and skin health. It also helps in building stronger immunity. It is also rich in the vitamin B complex, which is beneficial for the nervous system and maintains energy levels. These also benefit the digestive system and brain health. Its ability to supplement Vitamin A and flavonoids is also great for hair, skin, and nail health.

Has Minerals in Abundance:

Kashmiri Chilli Powder is high in vital elements like iron, potassium, copper, and manganese, making it a superfood. With iron deficiency becoming increasingly widespread among children and teenagers, this spice can help to increase the number of red blood cells in the body and boost the cells' oxygen capacity.

Contains Antioxidants:

Antioxidants in Kashmiri Chilli Powder help to control and reduce free radical damage in the blood. As a result, including this spice in your regular diet will help you meet your body's antioxidant needs, resulting in anti-aging and improved health.

Aids Digestion and Respiratory Problems:

Kashmiri Chilli Powder acts as a natural detoxifier, removing all toxins and waste from the body. Regular consumption of chilli can help with digestion disorders. It not only aids digestion but also helps to control intestinal gas.

CONCLUSION:

Now when we know the health benefits of using Kashmiri Chilli Powder, we use this miracle spice in its original form, free of artificial colours and hazardous ingredients.Growing your own chillies is incredible, but it isn't feasible for everyone. But we at Shalimar's are concerned about our clients' health and strive to provide the best Kashmiri Chilli Powder available. So, to gain the benefits, add Shalimar's Chef Spices to your meals on a regular basis.

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loyally-unfaithful · 3 years

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domestic life hc—tartaglia | childe

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pairing: tartaglia | childe/gn!reader

genre: fluff

a/n: idk man i got the childe brainrot,, fictional kgb member, i love you <3

who kisses the other on the nose and the one receiving the kiss blushes?

childe would do it a lot to you, especially at the beginning of your relationship.

not that he doesn’t like giving you nose kisses—he still loves kissing you in general <3

it’s just that when you both just started out, your reaction would be more potent. you’d be more flustered, stammering as you stared him with wide eyes.

if you asked him why, he’d give a smile that’s so painfully honeyed, while his eyes twinkled with mischief.

« you’re just too cute when you act all shy. » his voice teasing.

but here’s the secret.

he is not immune to nose boops.

do not hesitate to do it to him!! give him a taste of his own medicine!!!

he will not expect your boldness and he will be caught very off guard.

his own reaction would be just or even more incredible than yours, actually sksksksk.

tease him and reap the rewards man.

he’d snap up and blink at you, surprised. not quite believing that yes, actually, two can play at this game. he’d try to stutter out a witty comeback, but it holds no bite due to the furious blush covering his face.

either way, the both of you would laugh it out.

nowadays tho, you mostly just playfully roll your eyes at him and smile lazily, waiting until he gives you a kiss on the lips too.

who sits on their partner’s lap as they wrap their arms around their partners neck?

this man is your throne and you will sit on your rightful place.

real talk tho, childe makes a p decent chair considering. and he actually likes having you on his lap—it gives him free and unrestricted access to everything.

his arms would snake around your waist, pulling you closer to him. he’s not letting his prey you go anytime soon, but you wouldn’t have it any other way.

as you wrap your arms around his neck, his hands may even wander elsewhere.

maybe you’ll simply hold each other close, tenderly closing the distance between the two of you, happy to have his affection, and him yours.

or maybe he’ll take it as an opportunity to kiss you, roughly, with desire, with want, until you’re breathless and your lips are bruised. this position, you think, as you feel his hand sneak under your clothes and trace your bare skin (which now feels unbearably hot), may also lead to something else. something more.

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who kisses the inside of their partner’s palm before reassuring them everything is going to be okay?

before setting off on his travels, childe would press a gentle kiss on the inside of your hand, reassuring. it’s a message, a reminder, a promise.

a promise that he’ll stay safe, that’ll he’ll return to you, unharmed.

he does it to soothe your worries and let you know that there was nothing to be worried about—he doesn’t want you to get all stressed on his behalf. as much as it pains him to part from you for too long, he needs to do what he must; but he’ll be thinking of you and your health every step of the way.

so like

to go on a bit of a tangent

we know that childe’s work, as a fatui—a harbinger no less—is of course very dangerous. and even though he’s more than capable of handling whatever his travels throw at him, you can’t help but be worried for him.

and i also feel like, if you didn’t know this [his true nature] from the get-go, he’d hide his actual line of work or obfuscate most of the details from you.

it’s because he doesn’t want to stress you with the more gruesome details.

if you were never aware of the darker side of his profession, then he’d rather not have your perception of him be tainted. in your eyes, he was just sweet, darling tartaglia—not the murderer or weapon of war that he really was—and he'd prefer to keep it that way.

he’s aware that fatuis get bad rap as is, and he doesn’t know how he’d feel if his status made you afraid of him, or even worse, detest him. you hating him was the last thing he wanted.

you generally respect his boundaries, and accept whatever vague descriptions he gives you about his current “commission” (location, length of time). you have your doubts about his work as a “merchant”, but you have faith that he’ll see his endeavours through, even if you yourself are unsure and concerned.

anyway i…

i’m getting horribly off topic 0A0

moving on—

who initiates the forehead touch™?

after a long day of gruelling work, he’d probably long for your touch and affection, without exactly having the energy left to really vocalise his feelings.

or at least, eloquently.

that’s why on quiet evenings, he’d seek you out and gently press his forehead against yours, pleased; you happy enough to follow his lead.

maybe childe lays his head on your lap while you play with his hair, untangling knots that have somehow formed in his unruly hair. at some point, he may reach out and pull you closer, close enough that your foreheads are touching. close enough to feel his warm breath fan your face.

you have to bend down a bit, and truthfully the position’s awkward, but your back’s protests are the last thing in your mind as you stare back into his pearlescent blue eyes.

despite his weariness, your comfort brings a smile to his face.

sometimes, he may even murmur something about how happy he was to be back home.

no words are exchanged, but there doesn’t need to be.

the love is there, and the both of you are content enough to simply revel in it.

where do they first say “I love you”?

things such as “i love you” and “i need you” are hard to utter for childe.

it’s a sign of weakness for him, and it’s a sign of weakness he does not wish to reveal nor acknowledge. if he says it, if he says that he loves you, he’s admitting a defect.

he has very little allies, and his enemies would not hesitate to take advantage of any leverage they can get. he doesn’t want you to be in danger because of him, he doesn’t want you to be used against him.

so admitting such vulnerability is very difficult for him.

however, though childe may be cold and calculated, tartaglia, ajax, is a man of feelings.

despite his consternation, he puts great importance over his loyalties and whom he offers his love to.

the first time he admits that he loves you, it is with great difficulty, as if it was a sin he shan’t utter.

he loves you, he thinks, but he cannot vocalise.

the first time he admits it, it was an accident. an impulse, the words whispered out against his consent, escaping before he was able to hold them in.

he carelessly lets the phrase out, and a part of him regrets while the other rejoices.

you make him weak when no other stands a chance to subjugate him so.

he hates it and he loves it oh so much.

it’s so so dangerous, and yet he is addicted.

he loves you.

who wraps their arms around their partner who’s cooking?

ok so like, it’s canon:

his siblings acknowledge him as the “the bestest big brother ever!” because he can cook and do housework. we stan a househusband.

anyway, this means that he’s at least a decent chef.

but because of his busy schedule as a harbinger, he rarely ever finds the time to cook, or to even be home. when he does get home, he would greet you before promptly passing tf out.

so he’d usually buy food when he remembers to eat. besides, his salary pretty much allows him to savour whatever liyue delicacy he wants to. the price, whatever it may have been, was negligible.

but honestly, truly, regardless of how luxurious and mouth-watering such expensive dishes were, nothing could beat home cooking. it hit different.

knowing this, you tended to prepare enough for two during dinner and save his portion on the dining table for when he gets home while you retreated to bed.

but on the off chance that he does get a day off, you best bet he’ll spend all that time within your presence. he is not letting you out of his sight and his arm’s reach.

he’ll ask you what you wanted to do. what you wanted to eat; he would treat you to anything, to repay your kindness, your thoughtfulness, as a way to say thank you, to say he’s glad to have you here and that he honestly truly cares for you.

you didn’t have to make him food but u did 🥺

if you said you just wanted something homemade, or if you wanted to taste what traditional snezhnayan food, he’d be more than happy to make you some of his favourite comfort food.

honestly you’re just shook that the man knows how to cook, and is quite good at it. an unexpected talent that makes you go “damn he’s the one, lads.”

as he works his magic, you’d help him around here and there, bringing this and chopping that. but for the most part, you’d just be his distraction and annoy him.

he will also annoy you back tbh.

playful digs and shade will be thrown… among other things being thrown…

yeah… cleaning up the kitchen is going to be a pain after this…

but he wouldn’t have it any other way—neither would you, for that matter.

you’re either gonna make something very delicious or nothing’s getting done, there’s no in between. you set the tone for this day dkfjd

if you want a chance in hell to actually get to eat something at the end, your best plan is to just wrap your arms around him and rest your chin on his shoulder. you’d pepper his skin with kisses while he tries his best to not be distracted from the task at hand (and maybe not slice his hand open with a knife).

oh well, what’s a little collateral damage here and there?

he’s here.

he’s yours, at least for now.

and you will take advantage of this.

who breaks out the first aid kit when the other gets a paper cut?

paternal cell.

we know childe do be a family man tho.

like let’s be honest, this man is a family man.

he loves his siblings and he loves his family. he has a very honest protective streak over his family and proclaimed loved ones. he hates seeing them hurt or unhappy so he will do anything to avoid such a situation.

if it does happen, he will do his damndest to remedy it.

so if he sees you getting hurt, even if it was simply just a paper cut, you best believe it’s protective ajax time and he’s pulling out the first aid kit.

bandaids, antiseptic, anti-inflammatory lotion, you name it. you tell him you don’t actually need half of these items and he shushes you before fussing over you.

he is making sure whatever ailment you have will heal up nicely and quickly.

he doesn’t want to see ur hurt :( and he rlly hopes u heal as fast as possible. you being hurt hurts him tenfold.

but not to worry, if he gets hurts? you’re also there very very quickly. you will rush to his side and you will fret over him, and his heart will fall all over for you once more, because you care about him and honestly it’s a nice feeling.

to be cared for.

maybe he doesn’t mind getting hurt if it means you would give him all of your attention and dote on him.

he just has to make sure you don’t find out he’s been getting injured intentionally because that’s instant banishment to the sofa for at least a few days.

who cuddles up to the other?

i like to imagine childe is a pretty affectionate dude, as in, he’s pretty touchy-feely. there’s also a little bit of possessiveness i think.

a lot of pda with this guy.

he wants to hold you close, he wants to be able to feel you near him.

so regardless of the time and place, he will make it known that you’re his, as he is yours.

it is no different as to when you’re in private. he’d snuggle up to you.

idk he just likes being near you? holding you, touching you, feeling you.

sometimes he can be a little restless in bed. if he doesn’t immediately conk out, he might build up some nighttime anxiety and paranoia. having you sleep soundly besides him makes it a little more bearable. it makes him feel safe and it certainly grounds him.

he finds that he sleeps a lot better and wakes up feeling a little more refreshed when you’re there with him.

of course, you were more than happy to reciprocate and curl up to him, his arms enveloping you.

though he might make a bit of a fuss and whinge, he lowkey highkey likes being in your arms. he won’t admit it, but being the little spoon is nice actually.

childe won’t ask for it or anything, he still wants to save face, but as you cuddle, the two of you would gradually shift until he has his head over your chest and he can hear the rhythmic beating of your heart. calming him.

who falls asleep on who? what is their reaction when the other falls asleep on them?

because of his job as a harbinger (not that you know that), he rarely ever comes home early or during normal human waking hours, so despite your determination you’re usually asleep by the time he slips inside your shared home.

that or by the time childe was comfortably sat next to you, more than happy to cuddle and listen to you ramble on about your day your excitement has already worn off, and in its place, drowsiness.

but it’s ok.

he would smile softly to himself, you asleep in his arms, small smile gracing your own lips, and gently lift up and carry you to your shared bedroom. slowly, carefully, he’d place himself near you without waking you up.

oh well, it can’t be helped. he’s happy enough to be around you, to have someone waiting for him.

but on the off chance you’re still awake while he was asleep, you would definitely take this chance to admire him, quietly watch the gentle rise and fall of his chest.

without that characteristic smug and self-satisfied grin, you’d wager he looked “innocent” you chuckle. but “innocent” and “childe” don’t belong in the same sentence.

stroking his hair, you’d notice how he looked so peaceful, carefree, even, when he’s asleep, and you long for the time when he’d look such a way when he was awake

you’d gently kiss his forehead, unable to bring yourself to break his peaceful repose to bring him to bed. instead, you wrapped a blanket you nabbed from childe’s bedroom around his shoulders and settle in his arms, happy to be near the man you love.

the next day, the both of you may wake up with terribly stiff necks rip

who likes to be held and who likes to hold?

i feel as if this is a shared sentiment. you both hold each one another an equal amount. ^u^

he’s used to being the older brother, the protector to his younger siblings, and he doesn’t oppose to having that role.

so in true childe fashion, he’d tease you for being all cuddly and insatiably hungry for his affection, but coddles you all the same (because he just loves the thought of, and being, held close).

you on the other hand love being adored by the object of your affection, paying no mind to his quips (ok maybe paying a little mind, as you huff and playfully hit him for being mean).

it’s ok though. he makes it up through his actions. and being paid attention to, cared for, adored and cherished by childe? you revel in it.

when you take him in your arms, he feels immensely happy and relieved.

to know that you care for him, that you’re looking out for him and that you love him—it brings forth a part of him he has long believed to have locked away and discarded.

a part of him that would’ve been considered weak, a part of him that wishes to be vulnerable, protected, and loved.

he figures that when it’s with you, it’s alright. he embraces it all the same because he trusts you.

you’re both smitten and you think to yourself that it’s alright his way.

because you have his heart, and he has yours.

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Hattie, I love Taryn so god damn much. She can be so caring, scary and a little shit heel. All wrapped up in one package lmao. I believe that she has developed so much over the years after she went fandomless that it's insane! She has become one of my fav muses on this hellsite and there is a reason why we basically ship all my characters with her. I like how she never apologizes for anything really, whether that's her being horny on main, angry at someone that deserves it or just being generally sassy lmao. Taryn doesn't take shit from no one and I really like that in a character! Oh and her monster form is fucking Preem as fuck *Chef's kiss*

Also, it's funny how she so easily fit into Cyberpunk 2077. I particularly like that AU (Not because I convinced you to play :P) but because her story is pretty sad but it also sets up that she does have a lot of connections higher up in the chain of command. It has led to some pretty interesting threads and storytelling opportunities that you'll no doubt take advantage of. I really like writing with you. It's not often that I get to meet someone that has the same brain cell when it comes to rping! That's kind of a bad thing too because we know how to destroy each other with angst lmao. Can't wait until we do more in the future with all my bois

#ooc: the kaiju speaks #positivity meme

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chaoticallysapphic · 4 years

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the great divide part five

summary: Who knew that eight words would be your undoing. If you had known then what you know now you wouldn’t have signed up for Suyin’s dance troupe, you probably would have left Zaofu just to be safe. But you didn’t and fate had branded you with a path that chained you to someone who would break your heart.

a/n: just one more part before the epilogue! As always this was beta read by @medeliadracon thank you so much for helping me

word count: 6k

You don’t know what you’re doing here, it’s probably a guilty conscience. After Kuvira had Baatar dragged off she finished changing and left for her room to finish fixing herself up. She didn’t even acknowledge you on her way out, probably too shocked at her grand scheme falling apart to process anything. She hasn’t left her room all day and the dinner you had one of the maids give to her had remained untouched outside of her door.

For now, comforting her would have to wait. You walk down to where they were keeping Baatar, the old jail in the guardhouse that from your knowledge never really got used. Everyone was watching you as you walked down the street, you tried not to let it bother you, even Kuvira’s men were watching with wide eyes.

Gossip travels fast and you're sure Baatar threw a fit after the shock wore off. You remember General Yin calling you Kuvira’s plaything, how much that hurt because whilst you were her soulmate, that wasn’t far from the truth. But now you're humiliated, everyone must think that of you now. Clenching your fists you let out a deep sigh, opening the door to the jailhouse you slam the door on all those stares that burn into your back.

The guard inside jumps in surprise at the slam, his eyes widen when they land on you “Y/n! I didn’t know you were coming, what can I help you with?”

“I’m here to see Junior, please take me to him.” He stiffly nods and walks down the stairs to the cells while you follow a few paces after him. It’s dark inside, the floors are made of wood with walls and ceilings covered in platinum, a perfect cage for a bender, even though Junior was never given such a gift.

As you walk past you notice some of the cells have people inside them, old citizens of Zaofu. Some seem familiar, whilst others don’t ring a bell. This must be where they are keeping anyone who defied Kuvira’s invasion, a wave of relief washes over you when you don’t see your parents in any of them.

The very last cell to the right holds the eldest Beifong son, sitting in the corner with his jacket thrown off and his glasses askew. When his eyes meet yours his nostrils flare in anger. “Come to gloat?” You look over at the guard with a raised brow, silently asking for privacy. It takes him a minute to understand before he lets out a nervous chuckle and says “oh, sorry!”

You wait until he’s out of earshot before replying, “No, in a way I came to apologize.” In all the time you’ve known the annoying man before you, you’ve never really heard him laugh, like a full belly laugh. Baatar throws his head back, the sound echoes and causes some of the people in cells nearby to complain. “I’m serious Baatar, I never wanted to lie nor did I want to keep it a secret for so long.”

“Did you know she fucked me? Multiple times.” He looks so smug, you feel an anger bubble inside, he must notice because he continues, “did you know she moaned my name as I drove into her?”

Without even thinking about it you bend a piece of your armor off and wrap it around his mouth, tightly. Your chest moves as you breathe deeply, trying to contain your rage. “I know everything, I also know she only did that to placate you, and that she took her ring off for me! That the nights she wasn’t trying to keep you distracted she was in my bed, screaming my name.”

This was not supposed to turn out this way, but you can’t seem to stop as you continue, “I also know that she’d choose me over you any day, seeing as I’m her soulmate.” Baatar’s eyes widen, you sigh.

You rub the bridge of your nose. You didn’t come to act like this, “Look I am sorry about us going behind your back. It may not seem like it but Kuvira does care about you, just as a friend. I never took pleasure in the secrecy or the lies or the sneaking around but… She knew you wouldn’t have helped as just a friend.”

Pulling the metal off his mouth and back onto your armor, you sigh. He looks so… Defeated. “I’ve loved her since I was thirteen years old.”

“That doesn’t mean you get to have her,” you say softly. “One day you’ll find the one for you.”

Baatar scoffs, “no I won’t. I don’t have a mark.”

“That doesn’t mean you don’t have a soulmate, it just means they haven’t been born yet. I heard your aunt met hers recently and she’s like fifty! So…” You sigh, rubbing the bridge of your nose. “I’m sorry, that’s all I came to say.”

When he doesn’t reply, you move away, you’ve only taken two steps when he says “Does she know you're lying to her?” Your heart begins to race as you feel like the floor beneath you is on the verge of crumbling into a black endless pit. Slowly you turn to look at him, “Lying about what?”

“You and I both know you weren’t attacked, General Yin was loyal enough to offer to lay down his life the other day when Kuvira fought the avatar. Besides, those darts leave a bruise.” You tense, just enough for him to see and he chuckles. “I knew it.”

“I would never betray her,” you spit out before walking off, some of the people in the other cells must have heard the beginning half of your argument because as you march out they all begin to chant “Uniter’s Whore!” You slam the door shut to the jailhouse, making the guard who was slumped over in his chair jump up with wide eyes. “Wh-What happened?”

You ignore him. Your mind is set on Kuvira, you need to get her out of her room, maybe pry something from her to help you figure out the next step of your plan. The walk back to the Beifong estate isn’t long, a five-minute walk at most but it feels like forever as you continue to push past anyone in your way, everyone around you is a blur at the anger you feel. Fuck Baatar, and y’know what, fuck those other people too.

When you reach Kuvira’s door, the plate of food is still there, untouched and cold. You pick it up and turn the knob but the door doesn’t move due to being locked. “Kuvira wants to be left alone,” one of the guards at her door says. You roll your eyes, bending the lock before finally opening the door.

The room is pristine, a part of you expected it to be a mess like the other day after Bolin’s betrayal, you find the cleanliness unnerving. Kuvira’s is bigger than yours, from your knowledge it was once Suyin’s, and the main room consists of a large bed with a floor to ceiling window along with a large wardrobe.

There’s a table with two chairs and a massive bathroom across from the bed. To the left of the front door is another set of doors, finding that no one is in the bedroom, you push open the door. Inside is an office, and Kuvira is sitting in the towering desk chair made of green velvet and metal.

She’s so focused on the blueprints in front of her that she doesn’t notice you’ve entered, which is the first sign that something’s wrong. Kuvira is always aware of her surroundings. The second sign is that once you place the food down onto the desk, she still doesn’t look up. “Vira?”

Her head shoots up, brows pinched in confusion as she takes you in. One of her hands is fisting a blueprint whilst the other remains flat on the table. “What?” You shove the platter of food towards her, she stares at it and then at you, brow quirked. “You need to eat. You haven’t eaten all day.”

“What I need to do is figure out what to do with Baatar.” You grab the plate of grilled salmon with garlic roasted asparagus and some sort of weird green thing you aren’t too familiar with (apparently the chef here likes to experiment with food?) and place it in front of her, sticking the fork in the salmon for her. “What do you mean?”

Kuvira glares at the plate of food before looking up and into your eyes, she looks a bit… Defeated. “I needed him for a few more projects. With Varrick gone he is a valuable asset to us. No amount of bribery or blackmailing will get him to work, he’s too stubborn to set aside his pain for this cause now that he knows about us.”

“What else could he possibly need to build? We’ve united the earth empire, isn’t it time we bask in our victory and usher in a new age of peace for our country?” Kuvira slams her hands against the desk and stands, glaring at you “I have other plans, we have more we can do for everyone! And I needed his engineering to give it to them.”

You know what she needs him for, you’ve seen it all in her tent with Zhu Li. You can’t let her march onto republic city. “Like what? You’ve kept so much from me regarding this whole operation despite me being your soulmate and dedicating my life and happiness to this cause! So what is so important that you need to keep Junior around for?”

“Now isn’t the time for your jealousy,” she spits out and you scoff. “My jealousy? I did a damn good job swallowing my feelings for the last three years, meanwhile if someone looks at me for too long you act like I want their attention! I’m just trying to be here for you, so get over yourself!”

She looks a bit stunned at your rebuttable but you don’t give her the time to fight back. “For someone so worried about me leaving them last night, you sure aren’t trying your hardest to keep me around.”

Her eyes widen, you feel bad, you do. But you’ve kept your cards close to your chest for far too long. Taking advantage of her stunned state, you grab the blueprint, ripping it out from under the plate. Food flies onto the desk, but you don’t care. It’s the giant mecha suit, but there’s been some alterations to the plans, improvements that weren’t there when Zhu Li copied it.

“What the fuck is this for?”

Kuvira rips it out of your hands, the middle tearing a bit, “you want to be in the know? Fine! This isn’t over until Republic City is ours! It used to be earth kingdom land and we deserve to have it back!” You pull at the roots of your hair, letting out a frustrated sound that’s a mixture between a groan and a growl as you spit out, “Careful Kuvira, you’re starting to sound like Azulon!”

A look of hurt flashed before her eyes before she masked it. “Azulon wanted to conquer lands that weren’t his, this is our land!”

“It hasn’t been our land for decades! That city is older than us!” Your face is red with anger and her eyes are wild as she stares at you in a complete rage. “You can stop this right now before it’s too late. If you invade Republic City I will never be able to look at you again.”

“Don’t make me choose between you and my country.” She looks panicked, you sigh as you feel tears drip down your cheeks. “It shouldn’t be a tough decision, Kuvira.” You rarely call her by her full name in private, but you can’t bring yourself to taint a name filled with such love.

You leave before she can lure you back in with her smoky voice and false promises. You slam open her bedroom doors, causing the guards standing by to jump back in fear. You don’t pay them mind as you head to your room, tomorrow you’ll work harder to dismantle this operation before it’s too late. Tonight you can spend your time crying over the impending doom of your relationship.

Upon entering the room, your heart clenches. Everything is the same as this afternoon, her robe is on the floor, a crumpled heap with the sheets rumpled and two cloths strewn across the room. Images of the night before flash through your mind, what if that’s the last time you’ll ever get to hold her? Or the last time she says she loves you?

A choked sound escapes your throat as you slide down the metal of the doors until your bottom hits the stone floor. You always promised to stay, you just promised last night. But can you stomach the sight of her if she did that? Could you push all of her wrongdoings aside, all of her crimes, in the name of love?

Maybe years from now, but you don’t think you can spend such a long time away from her. You aggressively wipe at your eyes, why can’t it be easy? Everyone’s soulmate stories seemed to be full of love with minor to no complications. No one ever mentions this feeling of a million knives stabbing into your heart as you imagine the future you’ll most likely never be given. You’re going to end up alone, one of those freaks whose soulmate didn’t want or didn’t care for enough.

A few hours later you wake up on the cold stone floor with a mild headache, the tears that once rushed down your face have dried. You push yourself up with a groan, you can’t stay in this room for another second so you stand up with wobbly legs and open your door.

A guard that wasn’t there before is stationed outside, he avoids eye contact and watches you walk out of the house. You numbly walk towards the tram you rode last night, there’s a man at the door waiting for any passengers and when you step up he looks surprised. “Uhh, what do you need?”

“I need a ride to the encampment,” you say monotonously. You don’t offer a smile nor a glare, just utterly emotionless as you walk onto the tram and sit down, not waiting for a reply. He rushes over to the operating booth, within a minute the doors are snapping shut as the tram jolts into action. This time you do look out the window, wanting to know what she’s done to your city.

At this hour no one is out of their homes, all tucked away for the night. To a stranger, nothing would be amiss, but you notice the little differences, like the sign of your favorite bakery that has been ripped down and that a window to the right in the very back has been broken.

All market booths are empty when they usually just have blankets thrown on them at the end of the day. These differences have sucked the life out of Zaofu, leaving in its wake a sad and quiet city trapped under a tyrannical rule.

When the tram stops at the entrance, you climb off and look at the line of jeeps parked to the side to travel to and fro. The guards warily watch over you as you jump into one, not paying anyone any mind as you speed off down the road. This time you don’t slow down, if anything you go as fast you can, hoping to release some of your anger into the wind.

Pieces of your hair leave your updo, whipping around as you clutch at the steering wheel. Your mind wanders back to your argument, causing you to let out a frustrated yell as you slam a hand against the wheel, accidentally pressing against the horn.

You don’t care though, you're alone and still have roughly two miles until you get to the encampment so no one hears you as you let out a scream, then another. The action brings you an ounce of relief which is better than none, you’ll take it. When you reach the camp you slow down so as to not accidentally run into any tents and drive the jeep to the center, turning off the car but leaving the keys in the ignition, you jump out of the car.

You march towards Kuvira’s tent with clenched fists. Inside most of the papers and maps are gone, so you head to the filing cabinet where you know copies of things reside, when you try to pull it open you find it locked. With a frustrated huff, you bend the metal open, effectively opening up the drawer.

Inside you riffle through, looking for a map of the encampment that has each tent labeled with what's inside. You find it tucked between the old blueprint of the train and a copy of the invasion plans for Zaofu. Slamming the broken drawer shut you spread the map across the empty table and sigh.

Kuvira’s army mainly consists of willing participants, but there’s a large portion of people who were forced to join, benders who are valuable to the cause due to their different bending abilities. She had Baatar make a bracelet to put around each of their ankles to keep them from deserting, when you found out about it you didn’t talk to Kuvira for days.

You wished you hadn’t, but eventually, your resolve slipped and you buried your hatred towards the invention and the poor souls trapped fighting a cause they don’t believe in. The fault with these bracelets was that they could only be metal bent to be taken off without it shocking them. But that worked in your favor.

Your fingers traced the map, looking for the barracks meant to hold these prisoners. When your eyes land on Barrack 238 a sigh leaves you, you can’t seem to find the second one but you can ask the residents once you get inside.

You fold the map up until it’s small enough to fit in your pocket and dash out of the tent, thankfully the guards that patrol this encampment seem to have already passed over this section so you can easily sneak behind all the buildings and crates as you make your way across the camp.

Barrack 238 is stationed by the mess hall, in between two barracks for loyal soldiers so that if they ever tried anything people would be nearby to subdue them. Outside the entrance are two guards with their helmets on, ready to fight if necessary. Slowly you bend off two pieces of your armor and shoot them towards their mouths, the force has their heads knocking against the metal behind them, effectively knocking them out.

You dart across to the door, opening it up you bend off two more pieces that you attach to their ankles and pull them inside in case a patrol walks by. Everyone inside is sound asleep on cots lining both sides of the walls. Quietly you click the door shut, there isn’t a lock on it so you take one of the pieces of metal from an ankle and bend it around the handles, effectively barring entry to anyone who tries.

You sneak around the room, bending off the bracelets as quietly as possible. It’s on the twelfth one that someone wakes up. The woman whose bracelet you are bending wakes up with a start, you fall back onto your butt and stare at her with wide eyes. She looks terrified, you probably would in her shoes.

“No please, don’t scream. I’m here to help,” you whisper, crawling forward. She opens her mouth to shout, so you gently grab her cheeks and turn her head to stare at all the broken bracelets at the ends of the beds, along with the two knocked out guards. She rips out of your grasp, her eyes focusing on the guards. “I-I want to help you all, if I can finish getting you guys out of these I can give you all two options.”

“What options?” Her voice is one of sandpaper and smoke. “You guys can run off into the night to escape together or I can hide these bracelets and you can wait to help revolt.” The bracelets are hidden under their pants so no strangers will know that they are fighting against their will.

“What revolt?”

“Whenever you guys see the avatar, that’s when you fight back.” She tenses as she stares you down, “aren’t you Kuvira’s lover? Someone said that you are.” You look down at your lap, nodding. “Then why are you trying to help us?”

“Because I shouldn’t have turned a blind eye in the first place, I know my help won’t erase what happened but I want to do what I can to end this.”

She eyes your cheek, before hesitantly replying “what can I do to help?”

You have her wake up those you’ve already freed to discuss what to do next, and with each new one, you feel a weight settle on your shoulders. Their lives are now in your hands, if someone finds out what happened you will need to do everything in your power to protect them. Soon enough everyone is awake and huddled together, whispering. You stay out of the way, knowing this isn’t your conversation. This is about their freedom, something you helped take away.

“We’ll fight,” the woman says, emerging from the crowd, your eyes widen. “Are you sure? I can help you steal jeeps if you want to leave.”

“We need to make sure they are taken down.” Your gaze flit’s between them, there’s forty of them so you can’t meet the eyes of each one but suddenly you feel like you aren’t as hopeless as before. “If you all are sure, then okay… Do you know where the other barrack is stationed with others… Like you?” You cringe but no one seems to care. “I think on the other side of the camp, they try to keep us apart.”

You nod, if you at least have a general area you can easily scope it out, it’s the only barrack made out of metal with guards watching over them. You bend open a large hole in the earth, each person grabs the bracelet that kept them chained to a life of fighting and slowly walk to the hole. One by one they drop them inside, each clink of metal is a reminder of what they’ve gone through, what you let them go through. Once the last bracelet is inside you bend the earth until you can’t even tell it’s been touched.

“What are you gonna do about the guards?” You sigh at that, the sea of people split to show the two men still out cold. “I think I’ll know what to do, you guys go back to sleep and make sure no one sees your ankles.” They all climb back into their respective cots, tucking their blankets under their feet. You bend the metal off the handle and back onto the guy's ankle before opening the door and dragging them out, With a flick of your wrist the door shuts once more.

Even with bending the guys are heavy enough for there to be a slight resistance that wears on your muscles as you drag them along the dirt. It takes the double it usually would walk up to the guardhouse which holds a makeshift jail. You feel sweat drip down your brow as you grunt, the noise alerts one of the guards standing post outside the guardhouse, his eyes widen as he looks at the men being dragged behind you as you slowly walk over.

He rushes over, going to take one of the guard's ankles, you let go of the metal you were bending to pull him and sigh. You drop the second man's ankle as well and push loose strands of hair out of your face as they begin to stick to your wet skin. “I-” you pant, “caught these men trying to desert.”

The guard's eyes widen, “are you sure?”

“Yes, I found them trying to run off whilst I was driving into camp. They tried to put up a fight too,”

“I-I am so sorry, we can throw them inside a cell and have them on the next train to the reeducation camps,” he grabs the other man's ankle and starts to drag them into the building. “Please ma’am, go get some rest. We’ll make sure these men are secure under our command.”

You try not to snort at the usage of ma’am and nod before walking off. You can’t take out the next set of guards the same way you did for the last, it’ll become suspicious that so many men are trying to desert in one evening. The walk to the other side is long, you know it’s late as your feet drag across the ground, but time is of the essence and you can’t forget anyone. The barrack is tucked away behind the weapons tent and jeep depo, once more two guards are standing by.

You sneak past a tent beside the barrack and run along until you get to the back. You’ll have to be extra quiet for this. Since none of the soldiers inside are earth benders, these barracks are made of bendable metal, most likely in case something goes wrong but also because using platinum would be such a waste on ones who can’t even bend metal in the first place.

You slowly begin to bend the back open, a small enough hole for you to crawl through, if you go any faster it’ll cause more noise and alert anyone nearby, but this time your intrusion wakes up the person sleeping closest to the wall. They open their mouth to scream so you jump forward and place your hand over their mouth. “I’m here to help,” you whisper. “If you scream, guards will flood this barrack and find a way to blame one of you guys, so be quiet.”

The loyal ones hated the ones being forced into service, they felt that everyone should be grateful and honored to fight alongside Kuvira. “I want to bend all of your bracelets off and offer you all two options, if I bend off your bracelet can you help keep everyone quiet?”

He slowly nods, you hesitantly move your hand away, keeping it close for a couple of seconds to see if he’ll try anything. When he doesn’t you bend the bracelet off and guide him over to the person next to him, this process is slower due to needing to be as quiet as possible, it takes roughly an hour to get everyone's bracelets off. Once every one is free you drag them as far from the doors as you can and whisper, “I offered this to the other group. I can either help you escape tonight or you can stay and revolt once you see the avatar.”

“Which one did they take?” a man, no a boy who looks no older than eighteen asks with his arms crossed.

“To stay and fight.”

“Then we’ll stay,” says a woman. You offer them a small grateful smile and tell them what you told the last group before opening up a hole. This time you tell them to gently set their bracelet inside instead of tossing them, once done you bend it like before and look up at the group. “Keep your ankles covered, and remember not to fight until you see the avatar.”

Everyone quietly gets back into bed as you step through your hole and bend it back together. It’s not perfect, there are some ripples and obvious signs of damage but it's the best you can manage. It would need to be welded to be smooth again or bent by someone stronger than you.

Finally, you can crawl into bed in the old tent that you once shared with Kuvira. Until she comes to you, you won’t set foot in Zaofu. The ball is in her court and you won’t give in. The exhaustion of the day wraps around you as you tuck yourself in. It doesn’t take long to fall into a dreamless sleep.

That next morning you reluctantly pull yourself out of bed and sigh, you didn’t get any sleep last night due to the lack of her. But there’s more to be done. You bend your armor back on and tie your hair into a simple ponytail instead of the usual tight bun and force yourself to walk out into the morning light. The camp is bustling with men and women rushing around to complete their morning tasks. Some look at you strangely as you pass, most likely surprised to see you back here instead of the city but you brush it off.

Instead of heading to the mess hall like most people around this time of day you head to the weapons tent. This tent is thankfully left unguarded because only a quarter of her soldiers need them. It’s easy to slip inside and due to Zhu Li, you know where to find a tranquilizer and some darts which you slip into your coat pocket along with a knife. These are the only two things that can remain untouched in this room.

You go to the first crate full to the brim of weapons and bend the metal on them, curving them until they are irreparable, and move onto the next. It takes more time than you’d like due to using up so much energy last night and not having any food in your stomach but you persist. If someone enters well then you’ll just… Take them out. Maybe you can take them to the other guardhouse to not raise any brows, although they do keep in contact via radio but… Well, you’ll figure it out may the need arise.

At the last crate, you feel yourself become exhausted from all the energy you’re putting into your bending. You grip the sides of the wood and lean forward, the sweat on your back is making your jacket stick to you. You can take it off after this, you tell yourself. With a grunt, you slowly begin to bend the metal of the weapons, twisting them until you hear the snap of the mechanisms inside breaking.

Hesitantly you move the flap of the tent just slightly to look outside to make sure the coast is clear. When you exit the tent you head to your own so you can adjust the weapons hidden inside. The sun beats down on you as you weave past others, sweat dripping down your neck. When your tent finally comes into sight you're overjoyed with relief and dart inside. Now that you’re finally alone you carefully take out the gun along with the knife and darts. You place them on your bed and examine them with a hand holding your chin in contemplation.

Your eyes dart from the knife to the loose sheet you slept with before grabbing it to tear off a long strip. You wrap the blade in it and tuck the loose end into the wrapping to keep it tight. Running a finger down where the edge of the blade is, you press down and don’t feel any pain. Good. You tuck that into your pants and underneath your tank top.

The gun is a different story, you try tucking it into the band of your pants like you did the knife but it’s too noticeable there and too large for your pant pockets, despite them being relatively deep. You bite your lip as you look down at your body, trying to figure what to do when your eyes land on your boots.

Emptying the barrel of the gun you push the gun into the side of your boot, which is rather uncomfortable might you add, and adjust the hem of your pant leg to help keep it hidden. The darts you stuff in a pocket, it’s a little obvious something is inside but you don’t think anyone will ask. Only Kuvira would and she’s not here.

You think of the mecha suits Zhu Li sabotaged, with all the weapons destroyed their default would be to put the men into suits but now they won’t have enough. You’re suddenly so happy she did that, because now those men are rendered useless.

Walking out of your tent you head to the mess hall for food, some eye you, looking disapprovingly at your lack of the required bun and jacket but you dare them to try and rat you out. It’s not like you and Kuvira are currently on speaking terms anyway. Instead of grabbing a plate of food you simply grab an apple along with a piece of bacon before heading out. You don’t want to waste time sitting around picking at a plate of half-decent food.

As you’re walking around trying to find more things to do you pass by the communications tent and pick up a conversation, that familiar raspy voice is a bit static-y but you still recognize her. “Find y/n and send her to my tent.”

“Of course, great uniter. I’ll tell all my men to search for her.” Oh, she’s decided to grace the camp with her presence and leave her conquered fortress behind? You scoff and walk away, heading to the tent yourself. You don’t want to deal with another man that tries to shove you in one direction like General Yin.

The tent stands in front of you with a looming sense of dread billowing out of the tent like smoke. Whatever happens inside will decide your future, and that thought scares you.

With a faltering step, you head to the entrance, slowly moving open the flap. Kuvira is leaning against the front of her desk, looking up at the fabric above. Upon hearing you enter her head snaps down to stare into your eyes.

With the flap falling shut behind you, you stand in front of the entrance, worried about getting any closer. In the past Kuvira’s mere presence was enough to sway you into singing her name and whilst you felt you were stronger than you used to be, there was still that slight chance of caving at the caress of her hand.

“I spoke to your parents.” That is not what you were expecting to come out of her mouth. Your brows pinch together in confusion so she continues “I didn’t realize I knew your mom, she helped train me when I first joined the guard.”

You turn your head, not being able to meet her gaze. “So?”

“She’s a blunt woman, and when I told her about us neither of your parents were pleased.” You wrap your arms around your stomach, are they upset with you? Of whom you’ve become? “But they gave me a piece of useful advice, something I probably could have had use of hearing all those years ago.”

She slowly walks over to you, hesitantly so. When she’s only a few feet away from you, you finally notice the bags under her hair and the frizziness of her hair. It doesn’t seem like much but Kuvira strives for perfection within herself, a hair out of place meant a flaw in her eyes.

“That if I love you, it shouldn’t just be me taking from you, but by asking you to hide everything and go along with my plans that was exactly what I did. I realize now I never even asked what you want, what you envision when you see our future.”

Tears escape your eyes at her words. All these years you’ve eagerly given yourself to her, reminding yourself that one day all your quiet suffering will have been worth it. To hear her admit what she’s done, even if it’s not in-depth, makes you realize how little you’ve received in return.

“It should be equal. Give and take and be there for each other. There shouldn’t be punishments or silent treatment,” Kuvira pushes a loose strand of hair behind her ear. “What do you want?”

Your bottom lip trembles as you squeeze your eyes shut. Flashes of you pursuing dancing, of owning an apartment together and painting the living room in Kuvira’s favorite shade of green. Making dinners together and lazy days spent in bed whispering to one another, afraid to break the gentle peace that’s filled the atmosphere. Of a date in the botanical gardens, a picnic like you’d always wanted since that day you realized who she was. A flower every Friday and a gentle, loving kiss in greeting when returning home from practice.

You don’t know how to express that dream you’ve held onto these last few years, it’s precious and sacred, something that helped keep you going in the darkest of moments.

“I want peace,” you say, your voice a mere whisper. But she hears you loud and clear. “I want this all to end and I want us to finally be able to love one another in front of others. I don’t want any of this, I can’t peacefully live in a world where this… this mission is a success.”

Kuvira takes a step forward, her mouth opening to reply when it happens. A shout, and then gunfire.

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