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“I can’t believe I’m doing this.” [ for ruby from aasim ]
“ oh, hush, ” ruby tuts, half-heartedly. “ you’re doin’ fine, you’re just a l’il…stiff. loosen up. ”
her fingers flex and regrip against his shoulders as she peers up at him. they’re dancing. or, they’re trying to but ruby has the sneaking suspicion that aasim would rather be doing anything but.
there’s a brief pause before she’s raising an eyebrow and asking, “ or is that your round about way of tellin’ me that you don’t want to dance with me ? ” her tone is accusatory, but she won’t stop him if he really doesn’t want to do this.
“C’mon, we could use a little fun.” [ for louis from mitch ]
louis peers at him with a risen brow. ‘fun’ with mitch could be questionable at times. and judging by the firecrackers louis spots in mitch’s hands, he doubts that it’ll be the kind of fun that everyone can enjoy.
“ fun for who, exactly ? ” he asks, hands perching on his hips. and after a brief pause, he adds, “ don’t tell me you’re gonna go throw those at someone’s house— ”
it’s already late and louis is tired and doesn’t feel like dealing with the potential consequences of being caught. and he has a feeling that he’d face a harsher punishment than his counterpart, anyway.
@lastedpromise
📜 byler!
will: name a more iconic duo than my crippling fear of abandonment and my anxiety. i'll wait. mike: you and me !!! will, tearing up: okay.
📜 stancy!
steve: i'm incredibly fast at math. nancy: alright, what's 30x17 ?steve: 47 nancy: that's not even close. steve: but it was fast.
📜 rusim!
ruby: three words. say them and i'm yours. aasim: three words. ruby:
📜 loutich!
mitch: i know you’re deflecting by making jokes about how hot you are. louis: it’s not a joke. louis: *sniffles* louis: i’m a legit snack.
📜 tarlos!
tk: don’t worry, i know exactly what i’m doing. everything is going to be fine ! carlos: how can you still say that ? tk: because sometimes, when things get tough, denial is all we have.
📜 firstprince!
henry: *holding a bottle* is this whiskey or perfume ? alex: *chugs entire bottle* alex: it’s perfume.
i really do be having the best friends ❤️ (if you aren’t following @lovingpromise or @lastedpromise you def should!)
🎲 for byler!
22: a french kiss/kiss with tongue ...
they hadn’t officially been together for very long, but their relationship seemed to move at bullet speed. if mike had to guess why that was—if he let himself slow down long enough to fully piece it together—he’d chock it up to the fact that they’d been in each other’s lives since they were five; they’d been best friends for the majority of their lives—a DECADE. and mike would give anything to be able to go back and change how long it took for him to get his head out of his ass. he and will could’ve been doing this way sooner—could’ve been an actual couple for longer.
but, he supposed that it was better late than never, with full intentions to try to make up for lost time. for as long as it took, he wasn’t hearing any complaining from will’s side of things. that was truly all that mattered to him, anyway.
though, he also supposed that it was hard to do any complaining at all when the two spent most of their time tucked away in isolated places and corners, hands all over each other as they kissed to their hearts’ content. it was like a drug, and mike wasn’t too proud to admit that he was…rather addicted.
what started off as shy pecks and soft, lingering kisses, had rather quickly turned into firmer, more heated and longing kisses. and it was unlike anything that mike had ever experienced. his kisses with el had been something he thought were okay, but they were nothing compared to the spark he felt when will’s lips were on his.
even now, having licked into will’s mouth, brain somehow simultaneously turned to mush while also buzzing with life, mike could feel the same spark he always felt every other time he’d kissed will. though, somehow it was also…different and mike found himself questioning why they hadn’t been kissing like this sooner.
it was so easy to get lost in it, to the point that what was supposed to have been a quick kiss goodnight had turned into a minutes-long makeout session on the byers’ front porch, and mike was perfectly content in procrastinating his departure for as long as he could.
it wasn’t until joyce’s voice from inside could be heard, jarring the two out of their hazy-minded kissing, that they abruptly pulled apart. mike took an extra step back, just to be safe, and reluctantly broke the silence.
“ i’ll see you tomorrow, right ? at lovers’ lake ? ”
when will agreed, mike smiled an all too sappy smile that he would’ve kicked himself for had he been able to see his reflection, murmuring out, “ cool… well—goodnight, will… ” and with great reluctance, he turned to step off of the porch and back to his bike.
🎲 for stancy!
6: a gentle peck ...
it was early morning and for once, nancy didn't have any plans. she didn’t have classes, she’d taken the day off from work, and aside from a few errands that needed to be ran, she had an entirely free schedule. it was unlike her, always feeling the need to stay busy and on the go, but she’d be lying if she said that the exhaustion of her life hadn’t finally caught up to her.
so, today, she planned on laying in bed, and possibly sleeping in. it wasn’t like she didn’t need sleep. still, even despite her innate ability to run herself ragged, she found that she slept way better these days, and she chocked that up to having steve here with her.
there was something about being his little spoon—laying back against him while his arms wrapped around her—that was comforting and she, unbeknownst to steve, had begun to reach a point where she’d toss and turn and be unable to fall asleep without him. she couldn’t give him the satisfaction of knowing that, so she kept it to herself—even though she was fairly certain that he knew anyway.
she could feel him shift behind her, knowing the movements all too well. he was awake.
turning over to face him, she moved to wrap her arm around him, snuggling close and gazing at him with sleepy eyes, smiling softly.
“ good morning… ” she murmured softly, meeting steve halfway for a soft kiss, before curling up against him, pressing her cheek against his chest. “ i think we both deserve to sleep in today, don’t you…? ”
🎲 for tarlos!
5: a firm kiss ...
the honeymoon had been good—time well-spent for the two of them. now, came time for reality to settle back in and tk juggled his emotions between not being ready to go back to work ( and considering playing hooky ) and being prepared to throw himself back into the action. on the one hand, he didn’t want to leave his husband ( he didn’t think he’d ever get tired of referring to carlos in such a way ) but on the other, he’d started to miss the thrill of saving lives.
ultimately, work won out—especially when he saw carlos step into their bedroom, already in his uniform. tk took a moment to drink him in—appreciating how good he looked in that uniform—before beckoning him over.
once carlos was close enough, tk reached for a fistful of his shirt, partially pulling him down on the bed to press his lips to carlos’ firmly. pulling away after a few moments, he kept his face close to carlos’ as he murmured, “ try not to miss me too much… ”
🎲 for firstprince!
43: a bloody kiss ...
it’s alex’s fault, really, as he’d gotten a little too…carried away. though, to be fair, he hadn’t seen henry in far too long. the long distance killed him sometimes, but he’d still tolerate it for henry. henry was worth it, and alex had to believe that one day it would all pay off.
for now, they’d have to make due with visits and do their best to make up for lost time during the time they had together. though, alex wasn’t sure that clashing teeth really fit the bill. in fact, he was fairly certain he could do without it, but especially when he looked up after wincing, pulling back, and rubbing at his mouth, only to see that henry’s lip was bleeding. it didn’t look too bad but alex sure felt bad.
“ oh my god, babe, your lip— ” he started, hands immediately reaching for him. “ shit—! i’m so sorry— ” he took henry’s face in his hands, observing the laceration, and even though it wasn’t much worse than a papercut, he couldn’t help but be dramatic.
releasing henry from his hold, he turned on heel, heading towards the kitchen as he called back over his shoulder, “ hang on, i’ll go get you a napkin ! ”
henry says HAPPY BIRTHDAY alex claremont-diaz, the love of his life and the best thing that's ever happened to him, the best, kindest, most admirable person he's ever known. he better be prepared to be endlessly spoiled today even more than he usually is by his devoted housewife of a husband bc he deserves that and so much more, may they spend all of their birthdays together until the end of time, deeply loving each other and being the happiest they've ever been for all of forever ❤️❤️❤️
and if alex grabs him and kisses him and drags him off into the bedroom to celebrate said birthday, what then ???
scenario starter for @lastedpromise !
scenario: 'it’s okay, i know a shortcut!' says john to charles.
charles stands there, apprehensive. he watches john for a moment, not moving, and it’s not that he wants to tell john that he doesn’t believe him, but… well, it wouldn’t be the first time that john had gotten them into hot water, and charles isn’t so sure how he feels about short cuts in the first place.
if he were a proud man, he would point out that he is the tracker here; he knows his way around these parts; scouted more than probably anyone else in camp, but he doesn’t want to put john down.
still, he can’t help but parrot, “ a…short cut…? ” following it with, “ is that really necessary…? ”
💗 [ edwin to charlesssss ]
💗 to lean against my muse.
he catches sight of edwin’s silky brunette hair out of the corner of his eye and a smile pulls at his lips. it’s still weird how they can feel the touch of each other, but every other sensation of the living world is dulled. charles isn’t about to complain, however, yearning for anything that can make him feel alive, despite the irony.
“ you feeling alright, mate ? ” he asks after a moment, bantering. “ don’t listen to crystal, yeah ? she’s just jealous that she can’t pull off garters like you can. ”
“ edwin ! ” niko chirps as her eyes look up from her manga, letting the book flip closed and setting it over on her nightstand as edwin approaches. she listens, watching with interest, eyes flickering from his face to what he holds in his hands, and nods.
taking the box from him, she scoots over on her bed to make room, patting the spot beside her. her bright gaze studies the plastic box a few moments more before she says, “ it’s okay, i’m actually somewhat of an expert when it comes to crafts. ” she dares not to think back to the mishap with jenny and her stalker, much less speak it out loud.
ridding her mind of the thought, she instead beams at edwin. “ i didn’t know you liked friendship bracelets ! that’s so cute ! who are we making one for ? ” she has a few ideas of a few certain people who would probably love to receive a bracelet from edwin, but she keeps the thought to herself…for now.
carefully, she opens the box and sorts the supplies, gaze flitting to edwin momentarily as she asks, “ or let me rephrase—who are we making one for first ? ”
"hello, niko," edwin announces as he phases through her door, a small box tucked underneath his arm. "i have somewhat of a proposition for you, if you'll be so inclined to indulge me for a moment? i was introduced to the concept of friendship bracelets, and after doing some research, i inquired crystal to purchase one for me. it, uh- took a bit of persuading, but... here."
he extends the clear plastic box towards her; a bracelet making kit, containing the essentials of multicolored beads, string and assembly tools inside. a pensive look crosses his features, suddenly shy and consciously out of his element.
"i am... quite unfamiliar with the mechanics of constructing such accessories, and, well... i was hoping perhaps you would assist me...?"
random starter for @loyalpromise !
edwin is cute—really cute. it isn’t exactly news ( charles has been able to acknowledge his best mate’s attractiveness all along ) but the way he acknowledges edwin’s attractiveness certainly is. from the moment edwin had confessed his love for charles to the moment charles could feel their lingering hug in his heart to even now, his perception of his best friend has warped—but in a better way than he could’ve hoped for.
at first, charles had minor worries that the budding relationship of something more would squander their already brilliant friendship, but nothing had really changed. it felt more like that something had been added to their relationship than stripped from it—a welcome relief for charles, really.
so, he can tell himself that edwin is cute and feel the urge to hold him and give him little kisses without any underlying issues. while they haven’t quite labeled themselves, it’s something charles knows they’ll have to discuss eventually, but until then…
“ yes, yes, ” he agrees with a hum, “ but y’know she was just messin’ with ya, mate. i’m sure she’d agree with you…maybe in secret, but she’d agree nevertheless. ” he tilts his head to lightly rest against the top of edwin’s, nestling into a feeling of comfort that he never thought he’d get to feel again.
he can feel his olive cheeks darken in a small blush, still not quite used to their flirtatious bantering—as much as he does enjoy it. he can feel a warmth spreading in his chest as he responds, “ i’d dare say that makes two of us… it’s…nice, just having a moment together like this, innit ? ”
it remains to be a foreign concept, the sensation of touch. nothing at all like the painful burn of iron or sharp sting of a cat scratch, the agony of being ripped apart by dolls in the depths of hell, but so undeniably real that edwin had long forgotten how it felt to actually feel in a way that wasn't negative. and to say he's grown to be a bit addicted to it would prove to be an understatement, but then again, perhaps it's just because it's with charles.
he regards charles' light-hearted words with a short hum, allowing himself to sink further against his side, seeking his comfort physically instead of only emotionally. the warmth that presses against him is still a bit staggering, but hardly unwanted.
"my garters are a staple of my look. i am positive she knows she could never recreate it in her own questionable wardrobe," he mumbles, still a bit sour about her teasing, mouth half pressed against charles' shoulder.
"but," he continues, softening as he allows his bitterness to simmer out, his tone growing quieter and perhaps even a bit sweeter around the edges. "i am alright. quite alright now, in fact.."
🎲 for sir michael and william
21: WILDCARD! Dealer's choice :)
blood streaks his freckled cheeks and clings to his curls along with the dirt and grime that comes with adventuring day in and day out. he’s exhausted, feeling the drain of the day’s events, and more than eager for a bath and bed. even so, he lingers by will’s tent, having chatter and banter as was typical for them.
a calloused hand reaches out, caresses the back of will’s neck, and pulls him in. mike kisses him, firm, but sweetly, letting it linger a few beats before pulling back to gaze at will through half-lidded eyes, a smile on his lips. he could kiss him again and again, but he’s only just now aware of how musky he must smell, and has a thought that will might catch a whiff and be none too pleased.
“ i should go wash, ” mike concedes, softly, after a moment, letting his hand fall back to his side. “ and i’m sure you’re quite tired after today, so… i’ll let you get some sleep. sweet dreams… ”