closed starter - quinn & liv ( @immcrtalsx )

"And then I basically threw in his face that Reed wasn't his biological brother," Liv said to Quinn, with a regretful sigh. "I know I was a bitch, and I regret saying it, but I just... I was so mad, Quinn. Like what gives him the right to say he doesn't want me to choose and then wants me to choose between own friendship and whatever the fuck is happening between Theo and I? I'm finally happy. You knew how I was after Reed died, and I don't want to be stuck there again."

I kinda have to ramble a little skdjfksdjf.

SPOILERS FOR THE NEWLY RELEASED CHAPTERS OF ID 2

Okay, I like ID, I've fell in love with Cas' character, I've come to liking Gabe a lot too. Also, I want to point out that despite still arguing (guessing they really wanna drive the whole "jealousy" thing home), they seem to work together a lot more, knowing how much MC cares- which I appreciate and enjoy watching.

But like, PB had room to explore some hard-hitting concerns with being a vampire- maybe even letting us into what it was like for Cas and Gabe when they were human too, letting us get to know them way better and polish them as characters.

Because, am I the only one who wonders what happened to everything that may be human to MC? Didn't they have a dream college to go to? What if they wanted to explore the world or just simply go overseas? What if their mom decides that it's time to move out? The lines deal destroyed all of that kinda, also I doubt your coven would let you leave anyway. MC pretty much has been chained to the town forever, I feel like that's something worth giving us at least a chapter or two about - or just explore it throughout the whole story.

I have some thoughts on how morality plays a role in the whole biting/hunting thing too, because that lowkey felt lackluster in ID 1 - and what, you're gonna tell me no vampire had any thoughts or feelings about being a predator now? Hunting someone that could be someone else's family and friends? Or just feeding off of them in general? I just feel like we haven't properly explored the mental side of things, but I know there's a chapter about hunting, so I'm gonna stay (mostly) quiet. I know vampires may have mixed emotions to what being human is to them like Cas- but PB isn't giving me much to work with.

Not to mention, they've showed that they lack writers tbh. I didn't personally liked the dinner scene in ch.4 for example- I know hunger is a big part of the story at the moment, but I kinda hoped for seeing MC's mom interacting with Cas and Gabe more. Showing me what she thinks about them, what they would talk about. Those two are clearly very important people to MC, I kinda wanted to see at least a proper scene with her getting to know them and hinting at a relationship being built, it's clear as day that those are your kid's romantic interests- and she's a good mom overall, I think she'd like to meet those mysterious little freaks your child constantly hangs around with.

And, I don't know if you remember, but in book 1, there was a scene after the hospital fiasco where MC was wondering who bit who between LIs, and they made a whole deal about it. But then in book 2 if you go see those silver brands, they just kinda drop on you that Cas got punished once for messing up while Gabe was still a human.

So doesn't that indicate that Cas turned Gabe? And they just glazed over that?

I'm gonna end it with the fact that I'm kinda irritated with the fact that we could - but don't as of now- get an MC that would simply go "wait, hold up... I think I'm polyam", with the Gabe and Cas situation. I agree that there should absolutely be choice for people, but I personally did agree in book 1 to be with both of them- I think even if you choose just one person, there's still an option to be with them both in a way, and flirt with both? And they don't establish any rules (as in who's okay with what to make sure nobody is hurt and uncomfortable, and suffers in silence for the sake of others), they don't talk, nothing. Again, I fully get that the transformation is a huge deal and has to take the first seat, that's obvious, but... not even a little convo? 4 chapters in? I think it would be really cool to have them explore this side, along with having the possibility of MC discovering they might be a polyamorous person. And they just focus on "the other being jealous" which, I feel like, makes my MC look like he's just a dickhead - or at least incredibly inconsiderate- it's like "My two first loves" all over again.

Or at least it feels like "being a vampire" takes the spotlight, controling yourself is the main course and concerns, not to mention all those pesky human feelings and concerns are thrown into the garbage. I'm trying to stop myself from being overly judgemental, because I'd like to finish the book first, but I don't know.

You PB fuckers are lucky you made Cas so damn likable.

Buster & Rio

Buster: I can hear Nancy crying Buster: Mum and dad are between here and London somewhere Rio: Oh no Rio: I'd leave her to it Rio: I could text her to put out feelers but, she probably won't be ready to talk to anyone Rio: maybe just put a brew on in a few ☕ Buster: Yeah Buster: If I want it thrown at my head Rio: Who's offended by a cup of tea Rio: don't need to offer a digestive and a chat with it, like Buster: Anyone who knows me 'cause when have I ever offered Buster: She's not an idiot Buster: Even if she reckons she can get away with pretending I don't hear her Rio: Alright Rio: probably do pretend then, if that's what she wants Buster: Or just kick the door in, how I want Rio: She'll talk to Junior if there's anything drastic, trust me Rio: they talk about everything Buster: Come over Buster: She'll talk to you Rio: Be a bit suspect, like hey heard you were in your feelings Rio: she wouldn't like to think you're talking about her Buster: Fuck that Buster: Someone needs to Buster: Something's up, obviously Rio: Buster Rio: it's alright Rio: she'll talk about it when she wants to Rio: she's not an idiot, yeah? if it was serious she'd reach out Buster: No she wouldn't Buster: She never does Buster: Come on Rio: Neither would you Rio: but would you be alright if everyone just rolled up on you, even with good intentions Rio: just hang tight, yeah Buster: We aren't talking about me Rio: No but Rio: I've text her, okay Rio: I'll let you know Buster: Will you, or will I have to make you tell me like usual Rio: I'll tell you Rio: We aren't talking about me Buster: Fine Rio: Don't worry, yeah? Buster: I ain't Rio: You are Rio: or why would you be talking to me rn Buster: 'Cause Buster: I knew you'd know what to do Rio: Yeah, well, had enough experience by now Rio: sorry there's not much you can do Buster: Not like she wants me to anyway Buster: So whatever Rio: Be weird if she did on this one Rio: gotta sort that kinda thing yourself Buster: Yeah Buster: Come over then. Not for her Rio: I can't Buster: I can lock my door too, like Buster: She's not gonna see you Rio: You can still hear her though, so she'd hear me Buster: I'll drive us somewhere else then Rio: You've changed your mind then Buster: What? Rio: Now you want to, we're just gonna forget it happened, yeah? Buster: Do you wanna sort this or not? Rio: Yeah Rio: So, tell me what we're doing Buster: I don't know, we'll just find somewhere to go, like Rio: Right, are you planning on talking when we get there or what? Buster: Are you? Rio: I'm trying to talk to you now, like Buster: Like it's rocket science Buster: Do you love me or don't you? Rio: Why do I have to be the one to put myself out there Rio: I said it first before, you know Buster: Yeah? Buster: I didn't know Rio: No Rio: Well, I did Buster: Alright. Did you mean it? Rio: Are you gonna stop if I get it wrong? Buster: Rio Buster: Just tell me the truth Rio: Of course I meant it Buster: Seriously Rio: Please don't take the piss out of me right now Rio: Yes, seriously Buster: I'm not Buster: It's just a headfuck Rio: Trust me, I know Rio: I didn't intend for it to happen Buster: I know, but it did Rio: Sorry about it, like Rio: it isn't ideal for me either really Buster: I never said I was sorry Rio: Didn't need to Rio: literally ran away Rio: get it, like but Buster: Fuck off Buster: I was surprised, don't get offended, like Rio: That's putting it lightly Buster: Fuck's sake Rio: Besides the point now Rio: but there you go Buster: It's not Buster: Jesus I'm trying here Rio: You don't have to say anything but Rio: I ain't gonna sit here and pour my heart out for no reason, like Buster: Don't be an idiot Rio: Don't call me an idiot Buster: Don't act like one Buster: I already told you I'm not sorry and I meant what I said Buster: I fucking love you, alright? Rio: I swear to God if you're just saying that 'cos I did.. Buster: Fuck you Buster: I love you Rio: You're such an idiot Rio: but I love you Buster: I must be 'cause I've never said it before and now I've said it Christ knows how many times to you Rio: just the three, if you're worried about your score Rio: you've never said it before? Buster: No Buster: Why would I? Rio: I dunno, thought you would've had at least one proper girlfriend Buster: Shut up Buster: I don't do girlfriends Rio: Should've guessed Rio: not keeping that close an eye on your love life before 😜 Buster: Could've fooled me Buster: You're usually such a know it all Buster: And obsessed with me, like Rio: You shut up Rio: insufferable, honestly Buster: Make me Rio: Are you still coming to get me Rio: 'cos I will Buster: Yeah Buster: I've missed you Rio: Me too Rio: sorry I fucked up your plans Rio: did you still go Buster: Don't Buster: I fucked them up Buster: I nearly called you so many times, I'm sorry Rio: It's alright I wouldn't have even been mad if you didn't Rio: just don't stop talking to me again, okay Rio: whatever you wanna say Buster: I won't Buster: Promise Rio: Good Buster: Let's get a room, yeah? No chance of the Spanish weather but it'll still be hot Rio: Okay 😍 Rio: Did I mention I missed you? Buster: Yeah but say it again Rio: I really fucking missed you Buster: How long do you need to be ready to go? Rio: I want to tell you to come now 'cos I want you Rio: but actually, look a state so Rio: give me half an hour to sort this Buster: I'll be right here Buster: I just promised not to stop chatting to you, like Rio: You're alright 😂 not demanding constant and total attention literal 😉 Rio: but I like it Buster: No takebacks, Cavante. A promise is a promise Buster: If you wanted to dictate terms you should've sooner Rio: Love it when you talk law Rio: such a nerd Buster: Fuck off Buster: You're a nerd Rio: Ha very mature 😂 not to mention how Buster: Well, maybe I wanna go back to when we were kids Buster: Do it all again Rio: Baby Rio: You're so cute Buster: You're beautiful Rio: You're gonna kill me Buster: I haven't even started yet, babe Rio: Yeah? Buster: I'm not just taking you to a hotel for the parallel Buster: We're gonna need that Do Not Disturb sign Rio: You know Rio: especially 'cos I gotta keep telling you how much I missed you and you can't stop chatting Rio: up all night 😏 sorry about it Buster: Especially 'cause I'm gonna fuck you with my tongue until you tell me how me how much you love me Buster: If we're up all night that'll be your fault Rio: 😫 Rio: DADDY Rio: Definitely all your fault but I'll figure out a way to get payback Buster: Yeah? Buster: We'll see Rio: You will Rio: just for you Buster: You spoil me, babe Rio: Only what you deserve Buster: You usually make me earn it Buster: You've really missed me, yeah? Rio: Too much Rio: It ain't even funny how long it felt Buster: I won't laugh at you Buster: Or do that again Rio: I thought that was it Buster: I'm sorry Rio: It ain't so you don't have to be Buster: But I am Buster: I hate when you're upset Rio: I'm happy now Rio: you make me so happy baby Buster: Good Buster: Hearing Nance set me off thinking about you Rio: You're so good Rio: wish you'd let people see Buster: I'm not Buster: But I wanna be for you Rio: Are too Buster: Shut up Buster: Are you ready yet or what? Rio: So impatient Rio: unaccounting for the levels of tragic, moping 'round my house like a teen all over again Buster: You reckon you've seen me impatient, but it'll be nothing compared to when I get you in the car Rio: What I'm secretly hoping for 😈 Buster: Don't keep it secret Buster: I wanna hear all about it Rio: I just wanna feel exactly how hard you've missed me Buster: You will Rio: Don't pull up to the house though, I'll come to the top of the lane Rio: unless you wanna have an improtu catch up with the fam 🙄 Buster: As much as I'd not have to drive this turned on, I'd rather not have them kill the mood for me Rio: honestly Rio: or have to think up a decent excuse why you're even picking me up Buster: I mean, I've already thrown my sister under the bus to start a convo with you, like Rio: I know you care too, babe Rio: At the dangerous point of horny where I basically don't care Rio: sorry lads Rio: you've all seen him, don't act surprised Buster: Keep my secrets, babe Buster: Me too Buster: And it's always gonna be more dangerous for me Rio: 'Course Rio: why's that then? Buster: I know I only have to look at you to see how much you want me but nobody else needs to be in the know whereas anyone can literally see how hard you make me Buster: Playing with unfair odds here, like Rio: Awh baby 😂 Rio: I'd bring it up with God for you but we ain't on speaking terms now Buster: If you wanna talk to yourself don't feel the need to do it on my behalf, babe 😂 Buster: While you're there ask Santa what he's bringing us Rio: Oi Rio: Already shaken my faith don't be cheeky Buster: Answered your prayers you mean Rio: Yeah, obviously, you in a groupchat with my priest or what? Rio: in confessional like, what was that? slow down, gotta type it out Buster: If there's a god you should believe in it's me for how often I can make you cum Buster: He's not making you feel that good, is he Rio: That is blasphemy Rio: as well as unnecessary advice Rio: I'm already there, like Buster: Yeah? Buster: Good Buster: 'Cause you know I'll worship you anytime, like Rio: ANY time, yeah? Rio: Good to know Buster: 'Course Buster: Not some fucking amateur that you've fallen for here Rio: Thank God Rio: oops, there I go again Buster: 😏 Buster: I have that effect, he'll understand, forgiving sort so I've heard Rio: Idiot Rio: Better start 🙏 he is Buster: I'd rather wait until I'm with you to get on my knees Buster: More worthwhile, like Rio: 😳 Rio: Not going to complain Rio: you know I only want you to get down on 'em for me really Buster: God's a bit free with his love, ain't he? Not gonna work for me as a jealous type Rio: Well he is love Rio: it's complicated Rio: stick with me Rio: even I ain't that much of a headfuck Buster: 😂 Buster: And I don't need to be in competition for favourite son, cheers Rio: When's the last time YOU died for our sins, babe? Rio: Sort it out Buster: The French call an orgasm a little death so Buster: Died for yours plenty of times Rio: Full of useful information, you 🤓 Rio: so dramatic Rio: the french, and you, like Buster: What can I say? That's the kind of education you've just gotta pay for Buster: And you love it Rio: Investment worth having, clearly 😜 Rio: Maybe Buster: You'll see when I'm investing my 💰💰💰 Buster: Really love me then Rio: Why else would I be here? 😏🙄 Buster: Exactly Rio: More palatable story, lbr Rio: in it for the 💳 duh Buster: Until someone questions why you ain't just with my dad, like Rio: Duh, so loyal Rio: him, not me Buster: 😂 Rio: also not drew about things, like 😬 Buster: At least he's blocked now so I don't have to smash his face in Rio: Seriously Rio: he was so creepy Buster: is Buster: You know he ain't changed just 'cause he's being denied seeing your posts Rio: Nah, 'course Rio: Just think, he was probably pissed at the pub, can't be as bad as I remember it Buster: Babe Buster: Don't start Rio: I don't wanna start drama, that's the thing Buster: Fuck that Buster: You know if he tries to start any more I'll finish it Buster: I swear to you Rio: Well, I'm sure he won't so let's not think about it Buster: Normally I'd argue but all my focus is on you right now anyway Buster: I can't think about anything or anybody else Rio: Not gonna apologise for it Buster: I don't need you to Buster: Just tell me you're ready to be picked up Rio: 👍 Rio: Been ready AGES what you talkin' about Buster: 🙄 Buster: Well, I'm nearly there and I don't see you, babe Rio: 🙊 Rio: Putting my shoes on, honest Buster: 'Course Buster: Anyone would think you'd wanna get us caught or me ending up with a worse fate leaving me and this car hanging around the 24 Rio: Well, if you're gonna be rude about my ends 🖕 Rio: good 🍀 to yas Rio: 😂 Buster: Hilarious Rio: Be nice or I'm not coming out to play Buster: I just complimented your sense of humor Buster: That is nice Rio: Hmm Rio: Say it like you mean it, babe Buster: Come out and I'll be even nicer Buster: I mean that Rio: 🤤 Rio: These shoes are not made for running but I need the height Buster: How far have you got? I'll carry you Rio: SHUT UP I'D DIE Buster: I'm not gonna drop you, baby Buster: You'd be fine Rio: I MEAN I'D MELT STOP Buster: That's not giving me much incentive to stop Rio: I just Rio: how'd you get so cute seriously Buster: Genetics Rio: Nah Rio: I mean, obviously Rio: but how you are Rio: and you've not had a girlfriend, why?? Rio: denying the world Buster: I'm how I am 'cause of you Buster: Shame you can't take the credit, like but Buster: I love you Rio: I love you Rio: also, I see you Buster: Good Buster: Get in the car Rio: If I make you ask one more time do you promise to be extra not nice? Buster: Well, I was about to say please but Rio: Good to know I can push you further baby Buster: Come and do it then Buster: I need you to Rio: 💋