Silver Wolf:*holding phone*…. I guess she’s still resting. I’ll try again tomor-
Firefly:*picks up* H-Hello? Hi Silver Wolf.
SW:Hey. Thought I’d check up on you. How are you feeling?
Firefly:Hehe, you could’ve texted. My limbs aren’t numb anymore. How’s the mission?
SW:Annoying. It’s never as simple as it seems, but I can’t call it boring. That’s for sure.
Firefly: Be careful. I didn’t get to tell you that before you left.
SW:Not gonna give the same message to Bladie?
Firefly:Ha. Is “careful” something he wants?
SW:True enough. Anyways, I’m not the reckless one between him or you, so don’t worry about me. Although I doubt I’ll pull off anything as flashy as Penacony because of it.
Firefly: Really? I don’t think that at all. The Esteemed Wolf has always been pretty cool in my eyes. I’m sure you’ll be even flashier.
SW:*red*…If you say so. Anyways, you should get some more rest. I’ll-
Firefly:Wait. Have you…seen them?
SW:In passing. Not too much for now, but I’m sure that’ll change. They’re the last thing anyone needs to worry about.
Firefly:I know. I’m sure they’ll pull through like always. When you see them, can you give them a kiss for me?
SW:That’s a bit much, don’t ya think?
Firefly:….Cough cough cough….
SW:God your acting sucks. Please stop before you cough for real. I…sigh I will give them your message. You’re so spoiled.
Firefly:Thank you. Call me whenever, okay?
SW:Sure thing. I’m sure I’ll have lots to talk about later. Anything else?
Firefly:Just one thing. I love you.
SW:….
Firefly:Hehe. You don’t have to say it back. I know you find it silly.
SW:You’re miss-quoting me. It’s not silly. I just…feel silly saying it.
Firefly:You are in a world of elation. Maybe silly is a good thing? Bye, Silver Wolf.
SW:See ya and uhh loveyoutoo *hangs up immediately*……. I know you’re there.
Blade:*walks in* I was giving you privacy. Also, I am careful.
SW:Don’t be pouty. Is this the part where I learn even you off all people will tease me about mushy stuff like this?
Blade:…You’re a good person.
SW:*red* I rather you tease me instead of saying that.
The front door opens, the owner greeting the visitor with a cold, passionate indifference. Before her stood the former heir to the Schnee Dust Company. A savior of the world. A person Saph used to call a sister. Now, she was just the girl who broke her little brother’s heart into a dozen pieces.
Weiss’s hair look like a fatal blizzard while her eyes had reddish bags underneath them that matched her nose. Saph chose to blame it on cold and nothing else.
Saph:You have a lot of nerve showing up here. It’s been three days. Your heart finally warm up a little?
Weiss:I-
Saph:Shut up.
Weiss:…*looks down*
Saph:I don’t think you understand how much I hate you right now. Three days ago I saw my brother cry so hard he couldn’t even breathe. He barely made it inside before his legs gave out. All because of you. Look at me.
Weiss looked up to see that the coldness had melted into tearful fury. The woman’s cheeks were red while her fists shook, itching to move.
Weiss:I..I fucked up. I made a mistake and-
Saph:No, you made a choice. You showed your true nature in that moment. To bring up such a memory; wasn’t Pyrrha your friend too!? How dare you say such a thing and call it a mistake! It was wrong! Cruel!
Vision became blurry. Even so, Weiss didn’t dare wipe the tears away. What right did she have? Every breath stung her lungs while her chest ached. Before Saph could continue, the door opened a little wider to show Terra. There wasn’t anger her eyes. Only an unfortunate sadness.
Terra:That’s enough. Babe, I got this.
Saph:But-
Terra:You’re angry; rightly so. But do you really think screaming at her right here does anything? Please, take a breath:
Saph:…I don’t want her in this house. *walks away*
Weiss:….*looks down*
Terra:I…I’m sorry about your mother. Saph didn’t say anything but…
Weiss:I…wanted to talk to him again. I called, but nothing went through. Look, I’m saying I deserve a chance to say my piece and I’m not asking he come down here, but could you at least tell him that I’m-
Terra:Jaune went back home.
It was as if the entire world stopped and fell. The silence that echoed through their formally shared apartment now resonated throughout the entire world, muting and muffling everything until a distant ringing was left in her ears.
Weiss:W..What?
Terra:He left yesterday, and said he didn’t need anything here. Weiss, he’s not coming back. And frankly…I can’t blame him. Even if he was around, I don’t think I could pass whatever message you have or tell him to come down here.
Weiss:Y-You’re lying. There’s no way he just- I know things got bad but he just… he wouldn’t!!!!
Terra:Weiss-
Weiss:He loves me, Terra! And I love him! We don’t leave each other! Not over this! I can this! Fix us! Fix me! I showed up didn’t!? I’m not walking away; I’m not like my father! I-
Terra:WEISS!
Her thoughts and voice were silenced. Tears had long since streamed down her face while Terra looked at her with concern. Weiss looked down at her own trembling hands and the essence of a glyph flickering under her feet. Each breath was a little shorter and a terrifying reality was chasing her down.
Weiss:H-He’s gone?
Terra:…I’m going to call you ride, okay? Stay right where you are. And… I really do mean this from the bottom of my heart; I hope you heal from this experience.
And with that, the door was closed right in Weiss’s face. A warm, numbing sensation washed over her. Oh how she wished to blame it on the biting cold. Her body didn’t move an inch, frozen in front of the door. Terra’s request had nothing to do with it. Weiss simply couldn’t fathom where her next step would take her. There was no home to run away to. Her entire life was fleeing from it, and just when she started to build one, it quickly became just as lifeless as the manor.
What to do? Where to go? Those questions resurfaced again and again, weighing on her each time until her knees left her kneeling on the front steps of a locked door. Just as another weight was about to crush her, a hand touched her right shoulder. Slowly, Weiss’s head looked over her shoulder to see a pair of green eyes staring at her with the upmost care.
Penny:Salu…tations. I was told…you were in need of a friend?
A question met with the most gut wrenching gasp. Weiss couldn’t even utter Pennies name before breaking out into a full blown sob. Penny didn’t hesitate to give Weiss a hug right on the spot, letting the girl breakdown in her arms. With only sparse information, Penny decided the best decision was to go back to her own home instead of Weiss’s. Perhaps distance from everything right now was the first step.
On the other side of the door, Terra watched closely the entire time while Saph rested her head on the dining room table.
Terra:She’s gone.
Saph:You almost sound sad.
Terra:Nothing about this happy for anyone and we both know it. That includes you too. I know that better than most.
Saph:…I really thought they both found a joy that lasted a lifetime. You would think saving the world would be the hardest part, but it never was.
Terra:Growing pains come from anywhere. I hope at the very least they can manage to forgive each other.
Saph:…Terra, can you tell Penny to swipe Weiss’s apartment key, or at least make a copy for us?
Terra:!?You want to break into her apartment? I know you’re mad but-
Saph:He hid a ring under their bed frame. Same place I hid yours…*tearing up* I know it’s there cause I gave him the idea and now I feel like shit about it.
She covered her eyes as she weeped in frustration. As angry as she was at Weiss, the thought of her going home and finding that was a cruelty Weiss didn’t deserve. Terra walked over to her side and hugged her gently, being the rock Saph needed. Saph never felt more fortunate. If only she could share just a bit of that fortune with her brother. Maybe then…life would be a little kinder to him.
Welt:Not since I’ve been back. Is he in March’s room.
Himeko:I’ve checked several times. He isn’t with Black Swan either.
Welt:…Did Dan Heng already leave again?
Himeko:….Surly he didn’t- he can’t go there, right? Dan Heng wouldn’t let Caelus risk himself like that.
Welt:You’re right. However….
xxxxxx
Caelus:When have you ever “let” me do anything?
The young Nameless looked around at the burning skies and ruined land. The sounds of the peoples’ cries had long since been silenced and what remained were the bellows of evil in their wake. To think his friends were stuck here for so long made his heart heavy. Caelus looked at Dan Heng’s slightly irritated expression.
Caelus:Still mad at me?
Dan Heng:I just…You could’ve at least told me instead of convincing Mr. Screwllum and Black Swan to let you follow behind me at the last moment. What if you got rejected by Amphoreus?
Caelus:You said yourself that the reason you and Stelle made it was thanks to this mysterious March essentially giving you a passkey inside long before you even set off. Logically speaking, I wouldn’t see why I wouldn’t have been included.
Dan Heng:You weren’t originally on the trip with us. You stayed back to take care of March.
Caelus:Correct. But…don’t you think March knows us a little too well? Seeing how she’s here along with you two, do you really think she’d assume I would stay still and not try my luck? I had full confidence that she’d bet on my recklessness, meaning she’d make sure I was safe too! Screwllum thought my odds were pretty acceptable.
Dan Heng:Was it more than 70%
Caelus:Uummm, can’t remember! Either way, it worked! And if I’m being honest…*looks at sky* getting rejected wouldn’t hurt nearly as bad as feeling useless.
He tried to hide it in his voice, but Dan Heng could tell Caelus was just as worried as Himeko. Probably even more. A sense of guilt was in his forced grin. Reckless or not, Dan Heng really couldn’t blame him. If the roles were reversed, he’d do the same. No one likes feeling as if they haven’t tried everything they could. He reached out and grabbing Caelus’s shoulder, gaining his friend’s attention. A sigh gave him composure and a smile showed his sincerity.
Dan Heng:No use fretting over what didn’t happen I suppose. For what it’s worth, I really am glad you’re here with me.
Caelus:Heh…thanks. You’ll have to tell me all about how this place used to look. Before that, we have people to find.
Dan Heng:Right. I’ll lead the way. Stay close. The Black Tide is dangerous. *walking*
Caelus:Too bad it’s dealing with us. Two heads are better than one; and soon enough, four will turn this entire world upside.
Dan Heng:Hehe, confident as ever. Stelle often thought you’d roll with the punches here.
Caelus:Pfft, did she roll her eyes when saying it?
Dan Heng:Actually…hmm, never mind. (Not my business to tell)
Caelus:??? Anyways, let’s head up in that direction.
Dan Heng:The Grove? Is that intuition?
Caelus:Maybe? I don’t know about March but…I can that Stelle has to be that way. Maybe it’s a stelleron thing? Then again, this entire place has my skin buzzing. Almost like it’s all a giant stelleron.
Dan Heng:Y’know…*looks at everything* when you say it like that, it doesn’t sound far from the truth.
xxxx
Lygus:Why the heck is there another one? How even?
Dan Heng:None of your business.
Caelus:Do we not like him?
Dan Heng:No. Not for a moment. He’s the administrator behind all of this.
Caelus:Ah, the author of the apocalypse. A pleasure to hate you.
Lygus:Just as charming as the last one it seems. Although, I will say your title for me has a bit more flair and creativity.
Caelus:Don’t get too flattered. The fact nobody has bothered to tell me much about you kinda speaks volumes about your lasting impression.
Dan Heng:He is Genius Society member number one. The creator of Nous.
Caelus:…Oh. Well then, clearly you weren’t mentioned out of spite. Still, Zandar, I doubt any of this was calculated.
Lygus:While the experiment has long since fallen off track, all remains predictable in the end. The fact it’s taking a new variable to bail out the old is proof enough that you all are hanging on by a thread. May this one be a step faster than the last, Lord Dan Heng.
Caelus:…Can I kill him?
Dan Heng:Unfortunately, it wouldn’t matter. Pay him no mind. It’s better for your health.
xxxxxx
On their mission upwards, a man as brilliant as the sun and as gentle as a field of grain greeted Dan Heng again. A single glance with him was all it took for the stelleron inside Caelus to stir alongside his heart. Phainon looked at him in amazement before giving a tender smile.
Phainon:It’s Caelus, isn’t it?
Caelus:You know me?
Phainon:Of course. She talked about you often. Said it was a shame we didn’t meet. “You’d be the best of friends.” Funny enough, I can’t help but agree.
Caelus:“She?” Stelle actually talked about me? How much slander.
Phainon:Haha! None that didn’t also hold the deepest of admiration. Considering she’s my Deliverer, from my perspective, that admiration is truly something special.
Caelus:Do you know where she is?
Dan Heng:Phainon has been busy with…other matters. Finding her is a task for us. Still, if you could help show us the way.
Phainon:Of course, partners. Stand ready, and trailblaze like you always do. *smiles*
xxxxxxx
So many sights, too many concepts. Caelus had learned a little from observing the outside of the world with the help those who looked inside. Still, being on the world of Titans and going through the Grove felt no different than falling into Penacony’s dreamscape. Most of his curiosity was curved though. Right now, his will was the bat in his hand while problems were baseballs. If it weren’t for Dan Heng and another new friend, Hysilens, he might’ve chosen a violent approach each time. To his surprise, Dan Heng was rather impatient himself and was only reeled in by his reincarnation. Before long, Caelus witnessed not just the story of a past life, but the dedication his friend held for everyone. Once again, it took a form that dazzled all.
Caelus:First wind, then water, and now earth. Dare I say you’re one short of a legendary feat? Ya think you could wield the flaming lance of preservation?
Dan Heng:I think I’m good exactly where I am. I can’t take everything from you now can I? *smiles*
Caelus:Very funny, Mr. Physical. Boothill would be over the moon right now. Seriously though, I am…proud of you. Whatever has happened on this world, it’s made you shine brighter than I’ve ever seen. You’re not the same guy who almost gave me mouth to mouth.
Dan Heng:Well, with two of the resident extroverts not by my side, I had to be more talkative. Not to mention positive. I often found myself thinking, “what would Caelus and March do?”
Caelus:That’s a good way to get arrested. Hey…has…Stelle changed?
Dan Heng:Yes and no. Perhaps I shouldn’t be telling you this, but she also tried her best to handle things you would tackle.
Caelus:If that’s the case, I just know someone’s business was sweating for a while. Though I bet she made up for it in combat; just like always. This place seems to be full of fighting.
Dan Feng:We’ll find her.
Caelus:You’ll find her. Let’s be honest, I’m pretty out of my depth. All I can do to lighten the load is keep these monsters off your tail. Hyselins and I will cover you.
Hysilens:Hehehe, how interesting. To offer yourself as a sword for the sake of your light. I know that feeling well. To think I’d find not one but two fish beyond the sky that fight for a reason all too familiar. I’m honored to be in good company.
Caelus: “My light?”…Hmm, I guess that really is how I’d look at it. Although saying that to their face would be pretty embarrassing. I’ll just pretend I wasn’t worried from the start. Knowing Stelle, she’ll play it cool too.
Dan Heng:That is her style, isn’t it? Very well then. Leave this part to me. Also, Caelus?
Caelus:Hmm?
Dan Heng:No matter the distance, time, or situation, don’t think for second you weren’t here fighting with us. You and March were never far from our thoughts. If Amphoreus has made one thing certain, every footnote, every hero, they leave an echo that others hear.
Caelus:*red*……*turns around* Man, you really are something else. And yet…exactly what I always knew you’d be. Get going, hero. I’ll see you both when you get back.
Dan Heng:I know you will.
xxxxxxx
No one can know a journey’s true end. Neither can they anticipate its profound impact on the self. Centuries or laughter, rage, a perseverance clung to Stelle like clay, molding her into something new and old all at once. She was back; messy gray hair and all. Although due to stress, a prominent patch of white strands flowed down with it. It was hard not wonder just how Phainon might’ve looked in the beginning if he wasn’t born with snowy hair. Stelle’s lovable and infamous raccoon name only made more sense with the dark circles underneath her eyes. All things considered, she personally found the aesthetic kinda cool. One day, or a million. No matter the journey, she smiled all the same.
Stelle:Look at you, nice horns. Guess we’re both a little more in touch with nature.
Dan Heng:Heh, you could say that.
Stelle:Not to sound jealous, but I think you might’ve gotten the better deal. I don’t think I’ve grown an inch. Looks like the heels stay on for me
Dan Heng:A lot had happened. Something I’m sure can relate to. Are you injured?
Stelle:Nah. A little foggy though. Restless dreams and all that. Still, wasn’t all doom and gloom. I knew you’d bail me out, again…
Dan Heng:If the roles were reversed, you’d do the same. That’s what friends do. Although, I can’t take all the credit. I had helped.
He stepped side, letting her see the ruins of the grove. Perhaps it was instinct, but something made her walk closer to the trees edge. A few steps forward was all it took before she felt the vibrations of another’s steps. It took a moment but the person came into view, ascending the path of burning wood.
How many times has this scenario ran through her head? The early days of confessing her doubts to Dan Heng, countless unsent texts, distorted memories, and the one sent message through the chrono anchor. In each instance, home occupied her mind. He occupied her mind. Alongside the million practiced greetings. Stelle had long since decided simple was best. Just a smile, wave, and witty remark. Business as usual; perfectly in step like always. Like nothing has changed. So then…why wasn’t she doing it?
Before her mind could even realize it, her body had ran straight ahead; a single leap forward with arms stretched out towards a home she hadn’t seen in far too long. It wrapped around her body tightly, spinning her in circles before finally falling to its knees. She failed the first part of her greeting. So what? There was still time for a witty opening. Stelle pulled her face away from her second favorite shirt and looked up into the first pair of eyes on her grand journey. The smile she wanted to wear quivered endlessly as her vision became blurry seeing his do the same. Centuries of fatigue and memories hit her for moment, robbing her of a few short breaths that prompted her to squeeze each other tighter.
Stelle:C-Caelus?
Caelus:Yeah…?
Stelle:I…I never forgot it. Your voice, your face. It’s like I remembered!
Caelus:Even if you did, don’t worry. You’re about to be seeing and hearing a lot more of it whether you like it or not.
Stelle:Perfect. That sounds perfect.
She gripped his jacket fiercely, unable to stop her tears. To think she couldn’t even follow through on the second part. Oh well. That suited her just fine. In this moment, as the world-bearer, Stelle selfishly held her own again. It was only a matter of time now before finally….
xxxxx
“It’s been awhile…”
All the pieces were together again. A reunion centuries in the making.
Jaune:I umm, got some food. Saph said she always makes too much so-
Weiss:You should’ve turned it down. Your nephew is a growing boy.
Jaune:She wouldn’t have offered if she couldn’t help. How’s rent looking?
Weiss:Despite my colossal fuck up on the mission, it’s covered.
Jaune:Hey, what’s important is-
Weiss:Jaune, don’t patronize me. I screwed up, got my leg hurt, got the client hurt, and lost the target. *puts pen down* Thankfully I found another high paying one. It’s a three weeks long and I’m-
Jaune:Actually…I put in a request to take that mission too. Client said he’ll think it over.
Weiss:*turns around* Excuse me? You’re taking my job line ups? You went in the last two missions. It’s my turn to-
Jaune:You need a break.
Weiss:Tsk, not this shit again. I just had a break!
Jaune:Crunching bill numbers is not a break. Weiss, your head isn’t in the game, and that’s fine. After all, your mom…
Weiss: “My mom” nothing we aren’t talking about this. There’s nothing to talk about. She lived drunk and died drunk. Predictable ending.
Jaune:Weiss-
Weiss:Give me space! And cancel your request while you’re at it. You’re in no condition to go on another assignment so quickly.
Jaune:…I’m not letting you go on that mission.
Weiss:Sorry, you’re not letting me? *stands up* I don’t remember needing your approval.
Jaune:That’s not what I-
Weiss:No it was, or else you wouldn’t have applied for the same mission despite our agreement. I made one mistake and now it goes out the window?
Jaune:You’re angry.
Weiss:Of FUCKING course I’m angry! I’m trying to keep these lights on and not burden others while you’re bringing in leftovers and stopping my job!
Jaune:You’re not doing your job! You’re running away from your problems!
Weiss:Oh you’re one to talk! The only reason why you’re here is because moving back in with your folks would be too much to handle.
Jaune:I moved in with you because you needed a roommate! My girlfriend was cutoff and alone and I could help! All I’ve been doing is trying to help!
Weiss:I didn’t ask for your help! I was handling things just fine!
Jaune:You were struggling.
Weiss:AND I’M NOT NOW!? Does it make you feel a little better to say you tried. Can’t help but I want to fix things huh?
Jaune:That’s not fair.
Weiss:Oh now we want to be fair? After intentionally making my job harder? For someone who is “trying to help” it never really works out for you now does it!? Not for me not for P-
She immediately covered her mouth, scared and shocked from the venom that almost slipped past her lips; this carelessness was given back with a stare of contempt that ate at her.
Weiss:I-
Jaune:There was a never a second I thought you were broken, or needed to be fixed. Guess that was my fault. Looks like your father did a number on you after all.
Her blood went cold. Weiss’s cheeks began to burn red as her anger boiled over.
Weiss:And yours never cared to do a swing to begin with.
Jaune:Speaking from experience?
Weiss:Get. Out.
Jaune:….
Weiss:I SAID GET OUT! I DON’T NEED THIS FROM YOU! I DON’T NEED YOU!
Jaune:…Good, cause you don’t have me. Sell my stuff for all I care.
He reaches in his pocket and throws his key at her. Weiss catches on reflex before hearing a thunderous boom as Jaune slams the door on the way out that shakes the room and cause a picture to shatter. The room is deathly silent as Weiss stares at the door.
Weiss:F-FINE! RUN BACK TO YOUR FAMILY!
………..
Not knowing what to do, Weiss simply grabbed her broom to clean up the mess Jaune made. Glass was half hazardly swept aside as she picked up a broken frame holding a photo of her laughing with Jaune, their face covered with cake from their house party with a banner overhead.
“A year of memories and miracles”
Weiss’s hand began to tremble until the picture slipped from her fingers. A giant pit filled her stomach and threatened to gag her as her knees fell to floor and her hands covered a ghastly wail. Finally, her breath was robbed and tears broke through shaking eyes filled with dread over the reality that was flooding in. The miracles were gone, and the memories, now bittersweet.
In life, it’s said all actions cause a reaction; consequences that could be seen while others remained elusive until the final moment. Mona never found herself to be an elusive figure, yet as she stared into the widened, cold gaze of her mother, Mona knew immediately that she had been as poised as her hidden dagger.
“Talk?” Her mother said with a dry venom. “The hell do we have to talk about? Untie me!”
“Wow. Not even gonna ask about dad? Then again, why would you? He couldn’t even bother to sober up
enough to see you choking on smoke. Or maybe he simply didn’t care?” Mona picked up her knife, causally spinning it. “Anyways, he’s dead now.”
“Did I ask?”
“No, but I doubt you understand how. You were never that fucking bright.”
“You killed him.” Her eyes narrowed. She did her best to move her arms but the ropes wouldn’t allow it. “Doesn’t take a genius to figure it out. You’ve always been an opportunistic rat.”
“Says the woman who whored out her own daughters. You’re only half right by the way. An opportunistic rat would’ve used the blaze to commit a crime like murder or abduction.”
“And what the hell would you call all of this?”
“Simple, it was planned. After all, I am the one who started the fire.”
Mona’s mother went stiff, her blood running cold as the girl flashed a horrific grin that found this situation marvelous. Mona finally stood up and began circling around the chair.
“That’s right. It was all me. Took awhile to get that much Dust but hey, it was worth the sight. Although I should’ve guessed dad would simply remain drunk off his own ass in that chair of his. It honestly looked like he wanted to go. I mean being with you is practically being de-”
Tuh!
A lob of spit hit Mona right in the face. Her eyes darted towards her mother who was now seething. Mona ran her left hand across where the spit landed then flicked it back at the sender.
“Rude. I’m talking.” She stopped right in front of the chair and squatted real low, her gaze fixated on the anger directed towards her. “You’re forgetting your own rule. I thought we were supposed to be accommodating to those holding the power?”
Without warning, Mona’s knife found a new home in the woman’s right thigh. Before she could even yell, Mona gripped her jaw like a vice and yanked her close enough to bite.
“Yell and I will drag the knife down and pop out your knee.” She pushed her mother away and stood back up. A strained chuckle left her throat as she shook herself off. “Wooo! Hehe, got a little real there for a second. Damn, still know how to get under my skin I guess.”
“Th-The hell do you want? The fuck is this all about!?” Her voice trembled as she held back the pain.
“Finally getting emotional are we? The stone cold bitch attitude was never for you anyway. Don’t get me wrong; you’re definitely cold and a bitch. The last thing you’ll ever be is stone though. No, you’ve always been brittle. Not to mention stupid. You can’t guess why I’m here? Are you serious? If we’re playing that game then fine, I can play. So then, mother, aren’t you going to ask me if my dear little sister survived the fire?”
“Oh you can not be serious?” Rage returned. “All this for Amber? Last time I checked, you didn’t give a rat's ass about her when you ran away! Now you wanna care?! FUCK Y-”
Another knife flew through the air and found a home in the woman’s left shoulder.
“Gah! Aaagh!”
Mona put her right leg on the chair and leaned forward, looking down on her mother’s writhing face. “You really have to learn to mind your tone.” She pushed it in deeper, letting her mother’s screams echo through the metal pillars until she was sure her knife hit bone. Mona yanked the blade in her mom’s leg out and took a few steps back again to watch.
Blood now stained burnt clothes covered in ash. The pathetic excuse for a person was coughing on her own spit as she gasped in the brief agony inflicted on her body, which only prolonged the pain.
Mona rolled her eyes. “Look at you, practically drooling. What, forget how to swallow? You sure as hell made certain I didn’t. How many personal lessons did you give Amber and I? They were always so much more brutal than the real deal. How you managed that, I’ll never know.”
“So it’s all about revenge?” Her lungs wheeze as she took a sharp breath before coughing again. “Gonna do everything I ever taught you eh?”
“Fuck no. If anybody wanted your body then maybe your hands wouldn’t have been busy on us and taking lien from your old clients in exchange for fresh blood. Must’ve been a dream come true. Vacuo’s most known whore was finally free, or maybe it pissed you off that after getting pregnant from a nobody, you became one too? One child robbed you off all your worth, and apparently your looks. Guess I was born a thief.”
“You are lucky to be born at all!”
“Am I though? Should I be grateful that I have your hair? Eyes that people can’t get enough of? You’d sell those too if it was worth the cost.”
“Oh cry me river.” She growled. “You’ve been away from me for years now and all you get up to is stealing and choosing when to choke on a dick for your own profit! Don’t act like you’re torn up about it.”
Mona spun the tip of her knife on her finger. “True enough I guess. Not like there were many options I could think of at…how old was I? Eh, as if it matters. I’d probably remember if you ever sent me to school, or taught me anything that didn’t involve submitting. All that money you made off of me and nothing to show for it. What was I saying again? Oh right, I was gutter trash who only knew two ways to make money well. No fucking shit I used it.”
“Then you understand exactly where I’m-”
“Ah, ah, ah. I’m still talking, and that sentence sounded dangerously close to hurting your good leg.”
Mona threw the knife right between both legs. She walked over and startled her mother, pulling the knife out in the process. “You know…if kids really caused you so much trouble in your life, I can help make sure you never have them again.”
The blade tore away a sliver of the burnt shirt around her abdomen. Panic fought its way into her brain as Mona’s cold eyes told her that wasn’t a joke.
“I’m waiting for an answer.” Mona said calmly.
“N-No.”
“No, what?”
Tears welled up. “No ma’am.”
“Heh, good girl. I guess you do remember how to act.” Mona brought the knife up to catch her mother’s tears. “I don’t think I’ve ever seen you cry. It’s pretty ugly. Maybe that’s why those idiots didn’t care much when Amber wept.”
“Wh-What have you heard?”
“Nothing really. Just that you were strapped for money again so you did what you always do. As long as the price is high enough, anyone is an option. How much?”
“…I-”
“How much?”
“10,000 lien! They paid 10,000 lien!”
“That’s all it took for you to hand Amber to two huntsmen so inept they couldn’t even handle a starving teenager fending them off without killing her. I didn’t even bother asking them what set her off, or if she cried. Let’s be real, we both know she did.”
“You found them?”
“Did you think foreign huntsman could kill a girl and Ruby Rose wouldn’t be all over it. Now that’s a mother. Had those two in a cell immediately and the knees made the rounds, which I’m guessing is how you heard that 10,000 lien had cost you everything. You ask why I care? Amber was nothing like me and you knew that.
Mona got up and kicked the chair, shattering it with ease and causing her mother to fall down onto the cold, sandy and metal flooring. The chains restringing her to the chair were now useless, bot the set personally bounding her legs. Mona attached her wrists together and put the link on a hook while her mother groaned. Mona took back her second knife to inflict more pain before walking over to a metal beam with a button she pressed. The hook rose, dragging a body up with it until her toes grazed the ground.
“Agh! Please, enough! I get it! You’re pissed! I fucked up!”
“Your entire life is a fuck up, and I don’t remember saying I was pissed off. You’ve done so much to me that I think I’m full circle on it. After all, you did teach me one thing about myself you never intended.”
“I…I did?” She huffed, twitching as Mona got close again.
“Put people under enough stress, and you see what they’re made of; you can see how they break. I learned long ago I was made to be broken. To be put back together as needed and torn down if need be. That’s why I don’t mind how my life has shaped out to be. It’s why I cared to come after you. I don’t give up a fuck about you! Amber however, you broke her even before I even ran away and you knew it. She stopped speaking, thinking, being anything. Amber was basically a doll. How was I supposed to take her away with me? I had no shelter. Everyone knew who we belonged to! Mother fucker, I’VE ALWAYS CARED!” Mona hissed, her eyes stinging. “You made it impossible to leave with her! Like you said, I kept doing what you taught me cause I had nowhere to go, and Amber was never built to take that life! You took my sister and left behind the pieces. Now those don’t even exist anymore and I’m left falling apart again because maybe I should’ve ran off with her anyways?! Hehe haha! It’s so STUPID! You do everything wrong and yet I’m the one feeling like a fuck up? I can barely keep down my dinner.”
Mona’s head buzzed, causing her to hold it in discomfort. She really felt like she might vomit. Was it rage, or guilt? She didn’t know or care. She just knew what she always did. “This is such bullshit.”
Her mother had given up hope of trying to escape. All her cuts had been to cause pain and bleed, but even she could tell none of them were fatal. “O-Okay. Okay, I- I’m sorry. You made your point. Just turn me in already and I’ll confess to everything.” She pleaded.
Mona’s eyes looked at the woman with a burning indifference. “Even now, you barely pay attention. Do you think you’re getting out of this before breaking? I should at least give it my all. Just like you did for us.” She spun her knives. “Every place they left a mark, I’m going to put on you. Hold out until then.”
Panic came back with a single step forward. Tears mixed with ash, sweat, grime as her heart pounded. She practically jumped out of her skin as Mona held her face still.
“I’ll keep them shallow. Those hurt the worst.” Mona slid the blade across her right cheek, drawing blood. “I thought I told you crying made you ugly. For once, you are going to follow my instructions to the letter. Do you understand?”
“Y-Yes!” She sniffed, terrified of her own creation. “I’ll do whatever you say. Then-then I go, right?”
“Haha, as long as you listen then yes, I will let you go.” Mona took a step back and smiled, watching her mother smile back faintly. “Although…I don’t think I heard a ma’am after that, yes. Someone isn’t a good rule follower.”
And just like that, light faded from the woman’s eyes, matching her daughter’s. “N..No.” tears ran down in full force. “I-I’m sorry! I’M SORRY!” Mona got closer…
“And now you’re yelling and crying again. That’s three strikes already. Pfft, oh well. It’s like you told me once, some people only learn after the punishment. Try not to see dad too soon for me. Speaking of seeing…” Mona held her mother’s eyes open. “Might as well start here.”
“Absence makes the heart grow fonder.” Whoever first said that deserves a pat on the back and kick to the shin. Perhaps it was due to personal experience, but Ruby was never fond of missing loved ones. It’s why she always tried to be a part of anything when possible. All and all, she’s had moderate success. Team with her sister, friends that included her often, and most impressively, two romantic partners.
As much as she would like to think of herself as a secret genius in the field of love, in actuality, she somehow managed to look attractive to both Weiss and Jaune. Not sure how blowing herself up in the courtyard a few years ago led to such an achievement but she wasn’t going to question it. Her relationship with the two have always felt special to her; not to mention she wasn’t as oblivious as others might think. Ruby was fairly crafty in a harmless way.
She had never expected Weiss to confess when she did, but when the day came, Ruby had already given quite a bit of thought about her own feelings. Weiss had her flustered beyond belief everyday but Jaune’s kindness and mutual interests had her charmed so badly it wasn’t even funny. If it had been freshman year, she wouldn’t have dared to get them both in the same room and propose dating both. The fact Weiss entertained the conversation at all said volumes about her change in perspective on Jaune as they went through school together. As for him, there was no point hiding the idea of a relationship with both his current and former crush sounded too good to be true. Poor guy remained relatively neutral and silent during the entire discussion.
Despite the bold proposal, somehow, they’ve made it work better than Ruby expected. It was definitely a little weird at first, that was for certain, but over time they hit their stride. Ruby was all in from the beginning. She was up for any kind of date and matched and was careful to listen to both. Although pushy at times, she knew those two needed nudges in respective directions when it came to solo and group interactions. Still, Ruby never imagined the day they’d get along so well that eventually feelings were flowing in every direction! She can’t claim to be a romantic genius but Ruby definitely felt like a decent match maker.
These days, things are pretty calm and sharing an apartment for their last year at Beacon has been pretty cozy. Indeed, she has truly done wonderfully in sticking around all the things she loves. Unfortunately, that line has always stopped at two points. “Group fun” which is admittedly a hard sell given the different temperaments of the two; and the inescapable mission hours they had to put in.
Ruby laid on the couch lazily and sighed as she missed her blonde dork. “I never would’ve thought I’d be counting the days for a partner to return like I’m a kid waiting for Santa.”
“Ruby, he’s been gone a month.” Weiss said candidly, washing a couple dishes. “That’s far from a year.”
“And yet it feels just as baaaaad!”
“Well, I guess it would’ve helped if JNPR didn’t take an undercover mission.”
“Right!?” Ruby sat up aggressively. “Radio silence is the worst!”
Weiss had to agree. Though she wasn’t nearly as antsy as her redhead was, she had been a little concerned. Undercover missions were risky. “At least the hard part is over. We literally got a call last night that he's coming back today. Honestly we were worried for nothing. Ren is a master at stealth while Nora and Pyrrha know how to adapt. Jaune probably had the perfect plan for them.”
Ruby raised a brow and smiled. “We?” She said cheekily. “Last time I checked, someone was pretending to be unbothered.”
A tint of red washed over Weiss as she huffed. “Hmph! You make me sound cold. Of course I was worried. I just don’t let it go to my head like some people!” She put the dishes away and whispered, “He’s my boyfriend too ya know…”
Those words filled Ruby with such joy. She couldn’t help but dash over and hug her adorable girlfriend from behind. “Awww! Weiss!!!”
“Unhand me!”
“Nope! Don’t fight the affection. I’m sure Jaune would be very happy to hear that.”
“Speak of this and you are washing your own dishes forever.” Weiss looked over her shoulder to see the girl still grinning, going as far to even kiss Weiss’s nose. “You’re so annoying at times.”
“Whatever, you love this. Sooooo now that I know I’m not the only one missing him, should I expect a text to wear headphones again?”
“No!” Weiss defended. “Unlike you, I’m not some frustrated dog.”
“So he’s all mine then today? Sweet.”
“Let him rest! He’s not even back yet and I’m sure he’ll be hungry.”
“You make it sound like there haven't been times we came back from missions wanting to spend a little quality time with him, or Jaune being extra affectionate with one of us.”
Once again, Weiss couldn’t exactly deny the instances where she returned from slaying Grimm for weeks and wanting nothing more than a nice bath and a body rub from Jaune that went a little too far.
“Be that as it may, this is different!” Weiss huffed again. “It’s not as if you’ve exactly been starved of intimacy.” She muttered.
Almost on cue, Weiss felt Ruby’s head rest in the crook of her neck, planting a warm kiss as the reaper’s hand outlined her figure. Weiss let out a soft gasp feeling Ruby nip her earlobe.
“That’s true~” Ruby giggled. Just as her hands teasingly went for Weiss’s shirt, the woman reached up and pinched the bridge of Ruby’s nose. “Ow ow ow ow! I’m sorry! I’m sorry!”
“Not everyone has your energy. Have a little decency. We are in the kitchen!”
“You talk about energy and decency but you’re just a little shy. Although if you get comfortable like last night then- ow! Ow! My nose!” She screams nasally.
“What happens in the mood, stays in the mood. Understand?”
“Got it! Please release me.”
Weiss lets the poor girl go and kisses her nose. “Dunce.”
“Love you too.”
Their little antics came to an end once they heard the automated click of the door. Both girls walked out of the kitchen and peeked around the corner in perfect sync to spot Jaune dropping his duffel bag and taking off his shoes.
“He lives!” Ruby cheered, catching his attention.
“Hey Rubes- wait, was there doubt?” Instead of an answer he got her jumping into his arms and clinging to him like a sloth; he also earned a nice kiss on the cheek. “Haha, I missed you too.”
Weiss took a far more casual approach, walking up to him with folded arms and a smile. “How was-” her words were immediately cut off by a quick surprise kiss. “Your mission?” She finished, blood rushing to her face.
“Every plan is foolproof until something blows up.” He laughed tiredly. “Ups and downs. Nothing we couldn’t handle. We’re technically home a little early.”
Ruby hopped down, allowing the man to actually rest his body. “Early? Pfft, this felt like an eternity. We need to have more joint missions. At least then we’re all in the thick of it.”
Weiss shuddered at the thought. “Any mission asking for team RWBY and JNPR is one misstep away from being at minimum a city crisis.”
“And we would handle it wonderfully!” Ruby said with pride. Meanwhile her partners looked at such confidence with exhaustion before walking to the living room. “Hey! It’s true!”
Jaune flopped onto the couch in comfort while Weiss made her way to the fridge. “Hungry? We actually have leftovers for once.”
“I’m good. Ren was nice enough to make us a meal before we headed out.”
“I’m shocked you kept it down the entire trip here.” She teased, looking for a drink.
“It was a short flight. We traveled by train mostly.”
“That explains it.” Weiss pulled out three water bottles before turning around to see Ruby cuddling up under Jaune. The girl truly had no ounce of shame under this roof. Her hand rubbed his chest gently while her face found a home in the crook of the knight’s neck, causing him to blush. “Feel free to roll her off the couch. No one would blame you.”
“Pretty sure Ruby would.” He felt her teeth slightly grace his skin before kissing it.
“You smell nice. The trip home must’ve been calm.” She sank deeper into him. “Are you sleepy, or tired? I can work with tired.” She cooed, kissing him again.
Not even Weiss was immune from blushing under these conditions. Even though he’d just returned, Jaune kissed Ruby back with simmering passion to indulge her. “Animals. Both of you.”
Ruby smiled cheekily. “Guilty. I guess I bring it out of people. So about what I said earlier; have any objections?”
“Pfft, help yourself. Just don’t get us a noise complaint. I’m gonna finish my show.”
Ruby could tell Weiss was a bit pouty but the heiress was always a little shy when it came to openly admitting to feeling horny. Still, she’d make it clear when she wanted attention. Looks like she really was okay letting Jaune rest. One day Ruby would like to gain such discipline.
The reaper hopped off the couch and took Jaune by the hand. “Hear that? You’re all mine for now.” She carefully walked backwards down the hall towards her room.
“Hehe, so you were discussing it beforehand? I’m flattered.”
“My pleasure~”
“Get a room.” Weiss teased, tossing them water bottles. “Don’t kill him. I’d actually like to share a meal later tonight.”
Ruby flashed a toothy grin as confirmation before whisking Jaune away, closing the door behind them. “Don’t let her fool you. She missed you tons.”
“I know.” He smiled softly. “I’ll help make dinner as thanks.
“With how red her face was, I can think of better ways than a delicious casserole. Honestly I really thought today might be the day all three of us had fun together.”
The idea of that itself was enough to make Jaune’s cheeks fiery red. “That might be a bit much.”
“Hehe. Doesn’t sound like you’d hate it.”
“That’s neither here nor there.” He deflected. Some fantasies can stay private. Being in a throuple was already an outcome he never rationalized. “Anyways, to answer your question, I am a bit tired.”
“No worries. That’s just another reason to spoil you.” Ruby ran her hands up his body and over his shoulders. “I really missed you. I’m glad you’re safe.”
She stood on her toes and kissed him gently, slipping her tongue into his mouth for a deeper kiss that made them groan. Their feet guided them closer towards the bed where Ruby playfully pushed him onto. Much like Weiss, Jaune was always a bit bashful in the beginning. Fortunately, Ruby knew what made the boy tick. She kept her eyes locked onto him as she got on her knees, her hands effortlessly undoing his jeans and pulling them off effortlessly.
“You’re way too good at that.”
“You’ve given me plenty of practice.” Ruby kissed the growing bulge underneath his blue boxers, earning a sweet groan from him as she fished out the erection. “Are you sure you’re tired?” She teased, running tongue up the base.
“Ruby~” Jaune moaned instinctively. The girl’s warm tongue swirled around his swollen tip before she greedily swallowed his cock. “Aaaghn!”
That’s it. That’s what she wanted to hear. She took him halfway down her throat, her mouth refusing to handle all seven inches. Maybe if he wasn’t so girthy then she could endure, but she’d never wish to change something like that. Her eyes remained fixed on his as she bobbed her head, lathering his shaft as she stroked the base. A month was clearly a long time for him too. He was already throbbing and precum overwhelmed her senses.
Jaune reached for strands of her red hair, running his hands through them as his hips buckled. “R-Ruby! Just like that!” He was getting close. Jaune felt the pleasure rise dangerously high before Ruby removed her mouth, halting his orgasm. “You’re so evil.” He panted.
Ruby took a sip of her water to cleanse her pallet. “Swallowing is hard!” She defended, embarrassed by her limitations. “Besides, there’s better places to cum.”
She stood up, pulling off her shirt in one fell swoop and leaving Jaune speechless as he watched her boobs bounce freely. Honestly it was flattering how many times she’s done this and yet he still looked awestruck. Personally she was still a little envious of her sister but not once did Weiss or Jaune ever complain, so why should she? Ruby hooked her thumbs under the waistband of her shorts and pulled them down slowly, putting on a little show for her knight.
The way this dorky girl could become so alluring always amazed Jaune. Her nice toned thighs, the slight tuft of red hair over glistening pink lips, it never failed to stir him up. “Stunned as always.”
“I can say the same about you.” She blushed, climbing on top of him. Her hands slid under his shirt to help pull it off to reveal years of hard work. “I remember when your abs weren’t on par with mine.”
“Let’s not talk about those dark days.”
“Haha, what do you mean?” She pushed him down against the bed gently, keeping her hands on his broad chest. “You looked good then, and you look good now. Just relax and I’ll prove it to you.”
Jaune watched Ruby close her eyes as she angled the tip against her entrance. Slowly, her mouth fell open as she sank down onto his length, gasping silently until her soft ass was sitting on his lap. He felt her grip squeeze him eagerly the moment her hips rocked forward and raised up before sitting back down.
“Aaagh, gods.” It felt like her body was getting split open. “Don’t leave for a month again!” She found a steady rhythm to keep herself sane.
Jaune could feel her dripping down his shaft as he watched her face contort and her chest bounce. Despite her words, Jaune wasn’t about to lay down and do nothing. Not when her biggest weakness was right in front of him. He didn’t think twice about palming her boobs, his fingers honing in on pink, perky nipples to pinch. Immediately he felt her pussy mold around him in response.
“F-Wait!” Ruby panted, feeling a jolt run down his spine as he pinched harder. “I said to relax~” she whined.
“I am.” A raspiness hung on his words. Jaune tugged and rubbed the sensitive nubs. “I’m watching my favorite thing right now, so don’t hold back.”
There’s that confidence she liked. A lustful grin crept onto her face briefly before returning to moans as she fucked herself on Jaune’s cock, grinding it against her favorite spots feverishly. “Aaa~” her hips got more aggressive. “AAAGHA!”
So much for being quiet. Ruby leaned forward more, placing her right hand against the wall to steady her riding more. She felt Jaune release her right tit only to immediately capture it with an eager tongue that showed no mercy, driving her hips to go mad and make the bed creak. She could feel his dick throb violently as they both lost their composure.
“Don’t cum yet! I’m so close! I’m-” He bit her nipple, hard. “AAAAH!”
Ruby slammed down on his lap one final time before her body convulsed. From head to toe, please crashed into her as a month of pent up aggression flooded her womb. All her strength fizzled out for a second, causing her to lay on top of Jaune.
The young man didn’t allow Ruby to rest. He greedily took her lips. A move she happily accepted. Jaune placed his hands on her hips and carefully rolled over; he found the strength to pull away from the kiss and sit up between her legs.
“I missed you too.” He pumped his cock into Ruby, watching the girl cover her mouth as he played with sensitive pussy.
“Mmmngh~” what happened to being tired? Sure he wasn’t moving nearly as fast as she was, but Jaune really didn’t need to in this position. Every thrust poked, prodded, and scratched the various itches her insides craved. Jaune even went a step further by grabbing her legs and letting them hang off his shoulders. “Fuuuck!”
It was always cute when she swore. It was one of the few things Ruby truly found embarrassing, yet a few managed to slip out when she was really feeling good. Their arousal mixed together and made thrusting that much easier. They weren’t going to last long like this.
“You ready for a second load!” He gasped.
Ruby removed her hands. “H-Hug me~” She begged, reaching for him. Jaune bent down for her and Ruby took his lips again, sucking on his tongue while his thrusts remained deep. She could feel his tip relentlessly knock on the back of her walls before another load forced them to grip his cock again. Both their bodies went completely rigid before finally going limp. Ruby’s legs fell off her boyfriend’s shoulders and the two gasped for air like they finished a marathon. Although in this case, a sprint was more like it. Jaune pulled himself off her, grabbing their water before rolling over to lay next to her.
“Y-You good?”
“I think you lied about being tired.” She laughed through her breathing. “You might’ve been as eager as me.”
“It’s been a month. Even I have my limits.” He sat up and took a sip of his water. Ruby followed suit, quickly regaining her typical enthusiasm.
“That felt amazing.” She said with brimming joy. “Although I didn’t mean to swear at the end.”
“It’s amazing that’s what you’re hung up on.”
“I was raised in a house with a swear jar. It puts fear in you.” She lamented. “Those were rough times.”
“Hahah, I bet.” Jaune wiped sweat from his forehead. He wasn’t expecting things to escalate that rapidly. “What are the odds Weiss heard us?”
“You absolutely know she did.” Ruby said bluntly. As if on command Jaune’s scroll vibrated with a message from the regal young lady.
“Let me guess,” Ruby put her hands together. “She wants to have a chat with you whenever we’re finished?”
He knew they were teammates, but it was scary how well they could get into each other’s heads. “Lucky guess.”
“Ha! She’ll let you off easy. Or maybe the noise got her feeling frisky after all? Honestly, it wouldn’t be a hassle for her to join.”
“You’re really stuck on that, aren’t you?”
“Of course!” Ruby huffed. “We’re all dating. More importantly, I love you both. It feels a bit weird that it’s never happened. I get you two are both a little awkward but we could work through it.”
“And you’re not awkward!?”
“Jaune, I dragged you in here. The one thing I’m not awkward about is expressing my feelings to you both.”
He hated to admit it but that was very true. “I think it has more to do with how we might act or want to act in certain situations.”
“Now that you mention it, I wouldn’t know which one of you leads. You’re both pretty polite, all things considered.” Ruby looked at the red mark left on her tit. “Even when you’re getting into the swing of things.” She giggled. “Level with me. Do you ever think about threesome? Be honest.”
“It’s crossed my mind on a few occasions.” He rubbed the back of his head. “How could it not?”
“See? I knew I wasn’t crazy. I bet Weiss has thought of it too. She really has a soft spot for you.”
“That could be the same for you.”
“Well duh, but it’s a bit different. She started with a crush on me. With you, that didn’t just grow over time. The giant crush she knew you had on her was flustering.”
“It-It wasn’t that giant.” He lied, knowing nobody would ever believe that.
“Jaune, all of Beacon knew. I knew, which made it shocking when you eventually looked my way; I was always looking at both of you, so I count myself pretty lucky.”
“We really did find our rhythm, didn’t we?”
“I’ll say!” Ruby smiled. “But there’s room to make more music. Not just for pleasure’s sake, but because the intimacy feels really nice. Is it weird to call it bonding?”
“Hehe, no, no I get what you mean.” Jaune looked at the message again, pondering this moment. He could tell Weiss missed him. It was just a little difficult to show around Ruby. Maybe it was rooted in her home environment, but Weiss seemed to generally do better in one on one meetings. Kinda ironic given her popularity on and off stage. “This really means a lot to you?”
Ruby raised a curious brow. “Are you saying you’ll help?”
“Don’t get your hopes up. I don’t really have a plan when it comes to this kind of thing. I do think you’re right though about the feelings tied up in it, so I might as well try.”
Jaune got up and began dressing himself again. “I’m gonna go see what she wants. Ruby, do you trust me?”
“Forever and always.” She said fondly, tilting her head. “What do you need?”
“Ten minutes. Stay in here that long. After that come to Weiss’s room but don’t knock. Just assess everything for yourself.”
Now she was intrigued. “Okay? I can do that no problem.”
“Awesome.” He kissed her one more time before leaving. Jaune didn’t bother putting on his shirt again. No matter the outcome, it was going to be off. Either for Weiss or the shower he wanted to take.
He walked down the hallway and quickly noticed Weiss wasn’t in the living room anymore. Her room it is then. Instead of knocking, Jaune texted ‘we are done’ and hit send. He wasn’t expecting the girl’s door to swing open; much like Weiss wasn’t expecting the blonde to be in her doorway shirtless. They both blushed instantly.
“Someone is confident in their chances today.” Weiss pursed her lips. “Was being tired a lie?”
“I just didn’t feel like putting it back on! I’m a little hot at the moment.” He defended.
“I bet. Must you two be so loud? You made watching tv very…distracting.”
“So you did hear?
“Dolt, don’t play dumb! How could I not hear!? Ruby was literally shouting.” Weiss brushed her hair out of her face. “Guess she finally settled down.”
“Hehe, yeah. She’s laying down. So, umm, may I come in?”
That question made her ears burn, but she wasn’t about to fold so easily. “And why exactly?”
“Because I missed you just as much, and I think you missed me too.”
Damn him. A genuine response! Weiss remained silent. She stepped backwards out of the doorway, allowing him in. Weiss closed the door behind him and was about to lock it, when his arms suddenly wrapped around her body and picked her up the same way Ruby had jumped into his embrace. She didn’t even get a word out before receiving a hot kiss from her boyfriend.
“Mmph!?” She broke it . “H-Hold on a-” Nope. Another kiss. One that played with her tongue and buzzed her head.
Jaune walked over to her perfectly made bed and placed Weiss on her back as he continued to make out with her. She felt his lips leave only to assault her neck.
“Ah~ Jaune~” her body trembled as she felt him kiss her ear. His fingers ran up her long slender legs as she felt his weight lay over him like a blanket. That’s when dangerous words spilled from his lips like wine.
“Have you been a good girl?” He whispered, causing every inch of her body to shudder in anticipation.
“Yes sir~”
xxxxx
In no time at all, ten minutes flew by. Thankfully Ruby had the ability to stand by then. She wasn’t quite sure if she should get dressed so she settled for wearing her cloak as a means to retain some modesty while entertaining the hallway. Being naked in the hallway always felt embarrassing despite doing way worse behind a door. The young woman refocused herself.
“No sound from the living room. In which case…” she tiptoed towards Weiss’s door. She didn’t even need to open it to hear the sound of fidgeting bed springs. “And she acts like I’m the eager one?” Ruby smiled.
Carefully, the girl twisted the doorknob and peaked inside. The grin on her face quickly vanished while her face went dark red from what was a few feet away. At the edge of the bed was Jaune, sitting comfortably as the white haired girl stood on her knees between his legs without a single piece of clothing. Though her face was obscured, the girl’s shadow showed Ruby how Weiss placed her face in Jaune’s lap completely. Her throat made a wet and messy sound as her head bobbed repeatedly as Jaune rubbed her head.
His view was far more amazing. Weiss’s icy blue eyes went against her deep red blush perfectly. “You’re so perfect~” he moaned, leaning back more. “That’s my girl.”
The praise made her head swim deeper into pleasure. Weiss didn’t think twice about wrapping her lips tighter around his cock. Her tongue led a trail down the shaft, guiding him to the back of her throat to feel him ache. “Mmmmmnnngh~” she had missed this taste so much.
“Enjoying yourself?”
“Mmhmm~”
“How’s Ruby taste?”
Weiss popped him out of her mouth, gasping heavily before immediately kissing along the shaft. “Delicious.” She muttered, lapping up the shaft. Her right hand grew impatient. Weiss couldn’t help herself from gently rubbing herself as she took care of Jaune.
Ruby couldn’t believe her ears, or her eyes for that matter. Sure, Weiss could be dirty, but the sight of her swallowing Jaune whole wasn’t something she ever expected!
“Taste more of her.” Jaune groaned, raising his hips to meet her. Carefully he thrusted up while getting a tighter grip on her hair.
“Mmmph!” Weiss shut her eyes, concentrating on her breathing as Jaune played with her mouth. The feeling of her own arousal dripping from her fingertips stirred her up to no end. She wasn’t the only one.
Jaune’s eyes shifted towards the door to spot Ruby playing with herself silently. Their gaze met briefly, deepening both their arousal before Jaune put his attention back on Weiss. “I think it’s time to show you how much I missed you.”
Ruby continued to watch in disbelief as Jaune pulled Weiss off of his cock and brought her up onto his lap. The flustered man she adored was being far rougher than Weiss than he ever did with Ruby. Then again, she never really gave him the opportunity. He was typically timid at the start. Did he always treat Weiss like this? Could he treat her like this if she asked?
His arms wrapped around Weiss’s petite frame before falling back onto the bed. Ruby saw his swollen tip rub the entrance lustfully before actually spreading Weiss open in almost one fell swoop.
“Aaagh! Fuck!” Her lungs struggled for air as she felt his length pull out easily before rushing back into the point her ass smacked against his legs repeatedly; causing Weiss to scream in bliss. “Not so rough!” She whined, knowing he’d keep the pace. “She’ll hear!”
“Let her. I don’t think she’ll mind.”
And that was a fact! Ruby could see everything. Each time he went in, Weiss’s pussy quivered and coated Jaune’s dick in her cream Ruby loved so much. The sound of both their grunts alongside the intense noise of flesh meeting made Ruby bite her bottom lip. Her fingers weren’t enough, but she remained where she was. All the while, her core ached as the thought of Jaune on top of her came rushing back.
Weiss was in her own world. The embrace Jaune had her in left her with only the ability to bite his neck and call out his name. She resigned herself to the whims of this position until he rolled over and kissed her deeply. Her moans were swallowed by his each time he rubbed her womb. Jaune repositioned his arms by the sides of her head which finally allowed her to cling properly to his body.
“Like this!” She whimpered, nails running along his back. “Fuck me just like this. Aghn, I missed you.”
“I missed you too. You look so beautiful right now.”
“Sh-Shut up!” Her walls begged harder for his cum.
“It’s true. You’re so beautiful.” Jaune rose up from her grasp, his hips still at work. “I’m not the only one who thinks so.”
Weiss saw him shift his eyes to her left. In the haze of pleasure, she managed to turn her head and gasped upon seeing Ruby at the edge of the bed completely naked and face flushed redder than the hood she abandoned. “R-Ruby!?”
“Yell at me later~” Ruby couldn’t hold out any longer. She went straight for Weiss’s lips and gave her nothing short of pure desire.”
The girl’s body was in shock for a second, but her tongue danced around Ruby’s like it had countless times before. Weiss’s hand kept Ruby’s face close. She was too close to her limit and too far into pleasure to do nothing aside from act on said pleasure. The reaper’s hand massaged Weiss’s breasts and trailed down grazing her clit while the cock inside her raged, causing another carnal scream. Try as she might, Weiss couldn’t fight back any longer and her orgasm poured out of her while her body trembled with euphoria.
Her convulsions were so great that Jaune had no choice but to pull out and take a breath before he too was sent over the edge. Something told him he was going to need to pace himself for this experience. A hard thing to do when there were two gorgeous women making out in front of him.
With Jaune out of Weiss, Ruby took the initiative to fully climb onto Weiss as they continued to kiss. She was half expecting to get bit as payback but even as her love calmed down, all Weiss did was kiss her lazily as her hands roamed over Ruby, settling on her ass.
“He was right.” Ruby said between kisses. “You are beautiful.”
“Don’t act cute. I’ll get my payback.” Weiss nipped Ruby's neck briefly before allowing the girl to suck on her tongue again. No doubt Jaune bent the knee to her. “I don’t know how much you saw, but I won’t stand for it.”
“Why be embarrassed? I love you.” Ruby rubbed her hips against Weiss, causing a moan from both. “I want these moments with you.”
“Y-ngh~ needy. Just know, I won’t be the only one moaning like a fool.” Weiss kissed back feverishly.
Ruby felt the girl’s hands spread her ass open and pump a single finger into her sopping wet entrance. “Mmm, don’t tease me.”
“I’m not.” Weiss bit Ruby’s earlobe before whispering, “I’m distracting you.”
Before she could react, Ruby felt her body accept Jaune’s length in one push, causing her body to jolt and mind to buzz as she felt his hands press down on her hips before he fucked her. Air was caught in her lungs while her body was robbed of strength. Weiss’s left hand kept Ruby nice and open for Jaune while her right hand held Ruby’s jaw in order to get a good look at the mess the girl was turning into.
“Now you’re beautiful too.” Her words caused Ruby to blush wildly. The mischievous girl tried avoiding Weiss’s gaze, but she wouldn’t allow it with her hand still holding her jaw. “Nuh uh. Look at me baby. Oh you’re loving this, aren’t you.” She teased, giving the girl a taste of her own medicine for once. Weiss wasn’t lying though. Ruby looked so cute like this.
“W-Waaaait!” Ruby gasped. She could feel her walls get worked over nice and evenly with every thrust. The feeling of both their lusts devoured her body bit by bit. Weiss’s forwardness was one thing, but Jaune, he had never been quite this aggressive before. “I’m sensitive from before!”
Wiess could feel Jaune poke around inside their girlfriend. “Fuck her harder.” She groaned. “I want to feel her unravel.”
Weiss stopped holding back and pressed her lips against Ruby’s neck, licking and sucking as she wanted while the girl breathlessly took Jaune’s dick from behind. Their bodies were soon covered in a layer of sweat and Ruby could barely support any of her weight. The impact from Jaune occasionally made her nipples graze against Weiss’s, causing further noises to leak out her lips. Ruby felt Weiss’s right hand run through her head and keep it steady as the girl remained determined to give Ruby the biggest hickey of her life.
“I’m- I’m gonna cum!” Ruby panted, fearing her own orgasm. “I- AAAGH!”
The poor girl’s vision went white. Her fingers dug into bed sheets as her body spasmed violently. Heat spread throughout her stomach from the addictive and sudden rush of Jaune’s cum filling her up as he gripped her ass firmly against his waist.
“It’s still going~” Ruby muttered, her walls clenching from every sensation in and out of her. Even the warmth from Weiss’s lips running along her neck stole further strength to the point Ruby went limp. “Mercy~” she whined.
Jaune wasn’t even being mean but he obliged, finally pulling out and sitting back to catch his own breath. Personally he wasn’t sure what was left in his own take. Weiss on the other hand wasn’t as benevolent. Jaune watched her roll over to top Ruby before continuing to torture her with kisses briefly.
“She is so petty.” Jaune held back a chuckle.
“Still alive?” The girl said, looking down at her handiwork. Weiss wasn’t without a little mercy. Even she needed air. “You sounded like you were having fun.”
“Because I was.” Ruby sighed, slowly coming down from her high. Ruby felt the girl’s lips press on her chest again. Each kiss was slow and deliberate as they traveled down her body. “Baby, wait.”
“Shhhh. Relax, I won’t go crazy.” Weiss hummed. Though she tried to act defiant and upset about the situation, it poorly masked how much this situation stirred her more carnal fixations. Weiss couldn’t hold back anymore. Her mouth briefly hovered over Ruby’s pussy, its entrance still dripping with lust. Weiss slipped her tongue right inside and helped herself to the taste of both of her lovers.
Ruby placed a hand over her mouth, her face turning dark red from the unexpected sensation. “Sh-She’s licking it out!?” Her hips quivered from the feeling of Weiss’s tongue curling up and running along the top before flicking out and swirling her clit. Ruby was about to go crazy if the girl did that again, but Weiss seemed to show a little mercy, at first anyways. Blue eyes returned overhead to look down into silver. Only now they didn’t hide a shred of arousal. In fact, it went deeper than Ruby had imagined.
“You really know how to push my buttons. Be mad at yourself if you see something hideous.”
Before Ruby could even ponder the meaning of her words, Weiss pulled away the hand over her mouth and went in for a kiss that held nothing back. Her tongue was quickly stolen, given the bewitching punishment of receiving the cocktail of tastes Weiss had blended together. It all made Ruby’s heart pounded with each new experience Weiss delivered. She’s never been this needy. This…erotic. Ruby couldn’t help but wrap her arms around the girl’s shoulders and accept the fire she ignited.
The two of them let their bodies melt into each other without a care. They might have spent ages kissing hungrily if it wasn't for a rush of pleasure that hit their core as they felt something long and hard slide between their lower lips. A moan left them; Weiss looked over her shoulder to see Jaune looking at her with half lidded eyes.
“Someone really is greedy today.”
“Who wouldn’t be in this situation?” Jaune began thrusting his hips slowly, earning their moans. “Do you think I could keep my calm seeing you do all that?”
Weiss flashed a smirk then turned back to Ruby’s whimpering face. “You always do crack more getting rubbed then fucked.” Weiss giggled, before a firm right hand struck her rear; the large finger kneaded her ass like dough before sending a chill up her spine. Weiss felt a mix of shame and pleasure burn her cheeks as Jaune’s thumb circled around her asshole, pressing inside ever so slowly to the first knuckle. “NAAGH!”
Ruby watched the girl’s face gain a few shades of red as she bit her lip. “You’re just as bad as me.” She teased, unaware of what punishment was given to make them even.
Weiss shut the girl up with another test of stamina, ensuring that Ruby would be too focused on their kiss to notice a kink Jaune dared to play with in front of the reaper! Rationally, Weiss knew Ruby wouldn’t judge, but mentally, Weiss would rather jump into fire before revealing it now of all times. It was bad enough Jaune knew of it and made it harder to deny her how submissive she really could be. She was enjoying putting Ruby on the back foot for once! Why was he doing this now!?
Weiss reached back with her left in an attempt to sway away the devil hand, but was quickly restrained by Jaune’s own left hand grabbing her by the wrist before thrusting harder.
“Behave.” He rasped.
Such a simple word yet it held Weiss in a death grip that caused her hips to grind down on the man’s shaft. She tried her luck with bricking his grip but was meant with firm strength. The unruly cock that pleasured her and Ruby slipped out from between them and plunged all the way to her cervix twice. The spike in pleasure was mind numbing and caused her to gasp violently. Jaune’s cock was already out again and back between them like nothing happened.
“Behave~” he said once more.
Such an annoyingly beautiful word. It wrapped Weiss in strings that moved to orders given in moments of bliss. Weiss lowered her again to return to Ruby’s love while her back arched for Jaune to play with her ass further. Weiss didn’t care anymore. All she could do was moan alongside Ruby as they felt rubbed against a burning hot cock.
“Good girl.”
“Mmmmm~” Weiss bucked harder. She ended up being no different from Ruby, moaning endlessly while desperately trying to hold on to this moment. Her girlfriend’s nails ran up her back and through her hair as they stared longingly at one another.
Ruby drank in the sight of Weiss’s flushed, damp skin and the sound of her voice. “I love you so much~”
Weiss felt her heart flutter. “Now’s not the time!” She protested, hiding her face in the crook of Ruby’s neck.
“But I do. Mmmmgh, I do~” Ruby gently bit the girl’s earlobe as she felt her hips grind harder. “Oh my gods! Aaahh yesss~”
To be praised by Ruby and bullied mercilessly by Jaune at once, Weiss was at a loss for words. The weight of the man’s hand pushed her body further down against his cock and Ruby’s pussy as he thrusted harder; there wasn’t the slightest bit of friction with how much they coated his length from tip to base. Weiss could feel it poke her stomach and throb angrily each time it slid along their clits.
“Jaune! Can’t you cum already!?” She pleaded. “I don’t know… how much longer I can-” his thumb pumped in and out faster, ruining her train of thought. “No! F-AAH!”
Weiss couldn’t hold on any longer. The girl came so hard over the two she might as well have squirted. Desperately trying to hold onto something, she bit Ruby’s neck, bringing back a mix of pain and pleasure that brought the rose to her own release. Jaune finally allowed himself to give into his own approaching orgasm. A few more pumps through intoxicating warmth was all he could manage before cumming all over the girls’ bodies.
The hot ropes of his seed made them quiver. A final moan was shared between them as well when they felt him pull out. Ruby felt like she had run a marathon backwards. It was satisfying, but she definitely wasn’t prepared for such a challenge. She was amazed to see Weiss have the strength to get up off her.
“Thank you.” Ruby muttered, enjoying the hit of cool air on her body. A wet and familiar warmth ran along her stomach, causing Ruby to lift her head up and see the heiress silently lap up Jaune’s mess. Their eyes met for barely a second before Weiss’s darted away like they always do when she’s embarrassed.
Ruby observed silently, remembering what she saw in the beginning of all this. “She really enjoys this part.” After removing the cum off both of them, Ruby watched Weiss turn to Jaune.
The boy was still catching his breath and couldn’t help but smile sheepishly and in disbelief at the sight of Weiss laying down at waist level. “You’re always so diligent about this. It really is your favorite part.”
“Shut up.” Her bratty tone returned mildly. Weiss pushed her hair out of face and swallowed the dolt’s half erect cock, earning a groan as she began cleaning it off.
Ruby had a better view of it this time. Just how much could her girlfriend make her blush in one day? She was taking Jaune effortlessly and all he could do was help hold her hair and sigh happily. It kinda made her jealous. Weiss must’ve noticed because her eyes opened and looked right at her as if to say, “well?”
Ruby took the subtle sign as an invitation and began crawling towards Jaune’s lap on the other side of him. Weiss quickly made room, sticking towards the tip and top half as Ruby wrapped her lips along the shaft and tasted the mess they made.
“I-I think this is past cleaning off.” Jaune stuttered, watching the girls in a position he never dared to ask for. The flick of Weiss’s tongue along his tip made his erection return in earnest, and prompted the beauty to blow him again. “Ngh, guys I’m already spent!” He moaned, feeling both tongues play with him. Ruby took his free hand and placed it on her head as she looked at him, seeking his attention. Jaune gently rubbed her head and she hummed as she continued playing with his balls. “You two are too much~”
That didn’t sound like a complaint to Weiss. She worked her way down the side of this annoyingly good appendage as Ruby worked her way up, their tongues teasing him all the while. Ruby was even cheeky enough to kiss Weiss from the other side, catching her off guard on the way. She watched Ruby take Jaune about halfway before slowly bobbing her head. The best she could. There was something weirdly cute about seeing Ruby try her best to take him. She had mentioned she wasn’t exactly as great as she liked, but this was Weiss’s first time seeing it.
“Even the top has her struggles.” Weiss laughed to herself. She stopped messing with Jaune and sat up on her knees. “Here.” She held Ruby’s hair properly with both hands. “Relax your jaw, and breathe in through your nose. Take it slowly”
This was karmic justice. Ruby couldn’t help but feel embarrassed being taught how to please like this. Weiss wasn’t even being mean about it but it still felt bad!
“Stop thinking of needless things and focus. Close your eyes if you have to, although you’ll miss some good faces.”
Ruby looked at the way Jaune tried his best to keep calm; his voice slipping out each time she went lower. Ruby did as she was instructed the best she could, relaxing her jaw and taking controlled breaths. She still wasn’t about to compete with Weiss, but she could feel Jaune enter more of her throat than she ever dared to take before.
“Don’t forget your tongue.”
Ruby swirled it around his length, earning a grunt as she continued bobbing her head. How did Weiss do this!? Her jaw was already getting tired. Ruby unfortunately had to come up for proper air. “Gah! Shit, that’s tough.”
“You did pretty well honestly.” Weiss gave Ruby a peck on the cheek before going back to swallowing Jaune, causing him to yelp.
“That’s insane.” Ruby said, unable to comprehend taking it all effortlessly. She could tell Jaune was close, and returned to taking care of his shaft while Weiss went back up top. “He’s gonna blow soon.” Ruby could feel him throb.
Weiss ran her tongue over the tip slowly. “You asking to share?”
“Nah. It’s all yours~”
Weiss flashed an eager glance at Jaune before completely wrapping her lips around the head of his cock, devouring it.”
“Weiss!” He screamed, feeling her suck on it relentlessly. Ruby wasn’t helping the situation! They had him dead to rights, stealing one more orgasm from his body. All he could do is lay back as another wave of clarity washed over him.
Ruby pulled herself off of him and watched Jaune almost deflate. Still, there was a grin of satisfaction on his face. “Wow. I think you might’ve died happily.” She looked to Weiss, who was looking right at her with a rather intimidating glare despite literally swallowing seconds ago. “Ummm, you’re not mad, are you?”
Such a dumb question was answered with a swift karate chop to the forehead, causing Ruby to rub the spot in pain. “Ooowww.” She groaned.
“That’s for brazenly entering my room without permission. You put him up to this, didn’t you? I had errands I wanted to run!”
“Hey, it was his plan!” Ruby defended, until Weiss raised her hand for another chop. “But I did express great interest! I’m sorry! I’ll help with errands tomorrow!!” She said at semblance speed. The answer satisfied Weiss enough to put her hand down. Ruby spoke again with more care. “I’m sorry for being pushy. I’m dumb.”
“Shut up. You’re not dumb.” Weiss folded her arms. “I can’t sit here and act like I hated it or anything. Even so, that was rather sneaky of you. It was embarrassing letting you see me like that?”
“Pfft, why? Weiss, it was embarrassing going on our first date, becoming a throuple, and so on. You know I wasn’t swept with lust when I said I love you, right.”
“Of course I know that! I still have my dignity though.” She blushed deeply. “It’s not easy being that vulnerable. I can barely stand it around that dolt.” She stared at the sleepy blonde. Did she actually knock him out!? “I will tell him off later.”
“Hehe, go easy on the guy. You of all people know I can really sway someone.”
“Unfortunately, I do.” Weiss raised her arms for a big stretch, which gave an opening to give her a warm hug. “Ruby, I’m not mad at you. Stop pouting.”
“I’m giving affirmation. I love getting to know you better; both of you. It might not have been the best way to go about it, but I really liked how intimate this was. I know I should probably feel more guilty, but my heart is happy.”
What the heck was Weiss supposed to say to that!? “Honestly, you’re hopeless.” She hugged Ruby back.
“You definitely caught me by surprise. I knew you were bottom, but man, that well goes deep.” She giggled.
“I will hit you again.” Weiss let go of Ruby. “I don’t want to hear that from the girl who was whimpering like a dog minutes ago.”
“I was not! I was out of breath.” She looked at Jaune. “He surprised me too. I usually lead. This was a nice switch.” Ruby grinned at Weiss. “I guess you’re not the only one with dignity. He tries hard for you ya know? Who wouldn’t for their huge crush.”
Weiss turned away, embarrassed both by the fact and how relatable it was. “I am aware. He’s assertive, but unlike you he has a tad more grace in his approach. Maybe that’s why I can’t help but act differently between you two. He shares my timid nature so I can tell when he’s trying hard.”
“Awww, you love him~” Ruby fell beside Jaune, pulling Weiss along for her to fall on the other side with their hands meeting on his chest. “What do we share?”
“Aside from an overactive mind? An alarming amount of tenacity. Seriously, if he wasn’t tired from work, this could’ve been dire.”
“So what I’m hearing is next time we should plan more accordingly?” Ruby proposed, a twinkle in her eye. “Doesn’t have to be a regular thing but let’s not pretend this wasn’t a good time.”
“Too tired to discuss this now.” Weiss wormed her way under Juana’s arm and rested on his chest, closing her eyes. “Later.”
“Hehe, works for me.” Ruby followed Weiss’s lead, laying happily on Jaune and dozing off. She couldn’t help but feel like the luckiest girl in the world. Who knows? Maybe after a good meal, a talk, and a well needed shower, they’d all get lucky again.
My name is Sameer Al Khaldi. I am a Palestinian refugee living in Gaza with my family of 17 people in a tent facing the worst war in human history. During the current Gaza war, my house was completely destroyed resulting in the loss of my business and all our belongings. Me and my family have since been displaced in the streets with no shelter, lack of access to food, drinking water, and healthcare necessities. Despite we were camping in areas which were announced as safe, we faced an imminent danger of death by Israeli airstrikes in our camping neighborhoods several times which resulted in serious physical and psychological impacts on us as well as my little grandsons. I am writing this fundraiser hoping to get help with your generous donations to evacuate Gaza immediately to a safer country.
Before the war, we were having a normal life in Gaza having our own business and working hard with my sons and brothers to be able to survive under the Gaza siege. We were preparing for my daughter's wedding which was supposed to take place this summer but unfortunately she got all her wedding dresses and belongings gone with the destroyed house. She's now left with nothing hoping to be able to get married to her fiancé in a safer place one day. One of my sons was supposed to complete his high school education this year and was passionate about enrolling in a university to study business but the war deprived him from this success and left him hopeless while seeing other students in the west bank receiving their high school certificates while he's left behind. I hope this fundraiser with your generous support would help him to get out of Gaza and continue his education and achieve his life goals abroad. The funds collected through this fundraiser will be used to pay for the travel expenses for myself and my family of 17 people including 9 adults and 8 children. We hope one day will be able to rebuild our lives peacefully and get back to stable conditions with safety and protection for our kids like other children in the world.
My name is Sameer Al Khaldi. I am a Palestinian refugee living in Gaza with my family… Mahmoud Alashi needs your support for Help My Family
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As of August 8th, Samer's campaign has only $240/$50,000
Samer is raising funds to evacuate himself and his family of 17, consisting of 9 adults and 8 children. The genocide has robbed them of many of lives joys, including Samer's daughter's wedding and his son's high school graduation. They hope to rebuild our lives peacefully and live with their children in safety.
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May you end this week feeling ever more certain of a future you’ll love
@dimiclaudeblaigan asked for a tutorial on how to begin drawing. Good news! If you can draw a funky looking stick man, you have already started!
I think that stick people are a great starting point for artists because of the things you can learn from them that will be important later on.
If you are able to draw a circle and a couple of lines, you can easily put together a stick person.
Congratulations! You have started to draw. :)
A stick person is a very minimal artistic representation of a real life person. It is simple yet recognizable, and is widely used in art, media, and signage.
But what can a stick person teach us about drawing people that look more like… well, people? Lets have a look!
By simply adding a few more lines, we can add a pair of eyes and a mouth. Maybe even a little triangle nose! Or half circles for ears. We can now draw a face, which provides a basis for all sorts of expressions.
These simple additions can allow us to explore the wide range of human emotion and individuality.
This may seem like the basics of the basics. But that is what we want! In order to get to the point where we are able to draw complex, elaborate representations of humans and objects, we will need to start with simple shapes like lines and circles and build our understanding from there.
For instance, lets give our stick person some cool new features, such as hands and feet. I chose little squiggly circles to represent hands, and triangles to represent feet.
We can go a step further and modify the body of the stick person to include shoulders, hips, elbows and knees. These parts of the human body are quite complex in real life But here, all we need to do is add a few simple lines and dots to our stick person.
The lines provide some additional structural elements to our stick person's body, which are the shoulders and the hips. The dots indicate the points of articulation - elbows and knees, the places where the arms and legs bend!
Now we can use our stick person to show us an even wider range of human movement, action, and expression.
Our little drawing of a human being is evolving! All it took was adding a few more lines and shapes here and there.
By elongating some of the existing lines and making the head an oval instead of a circle, we can give our stick person proportions that resemble that of a real life human.
By this point, we have managed to add more complexity to our stick person simply by using our ability to draw lines, circles, and other basic shapes!
These basic ideas are the building blocks that will enable us to create more complex shapes.
The next part may be a considerable step up if you are absolutely new to drawing, but I have decided to include it in order to show you how complex objects like the human body can be built from shapes that are a bit more complex than circles and lines.
For example. Two ovals and a rectangle can be combined to create a cylinder.
Six squares can be combined to create a cube, or a box. Here, each square is distorted slightly depending on which way the cube is facing.
Note that the back faces of the cube and the bottom of the cylinder are hidden. These shapes allow us to visualize that which should not normally visible.
A sphere from all perspectives can be represented by a circle. But we can make it more like a sphere by adding lighting and shadow if we so desire.
Cubes, cylinders, and spheres are examples of 'solid shapes' because they consist of 3 dimensions.
Lets see how these solid shapes can be used to compose the human body.
By stacking three cylindrical objects, we can create a torso. Two spheres have been added to form shoulders, while a smaller cylinder forms the neck.
An arm is an alternating sequence of spheres and cylinders connected together. Note that the hand has been simplified for this example.
We can apply these solid shapes to the rest of the body to give us a more recognizable representation of the human form. It doesn't even have to be perfect. And just like that, our stick figure now has a silhouette that is unmistakably a person!
In the above examples, notice that we kept the stick person at the beginning while building up the shapes and solids around it. This is because the stick person serves as a guide for positioning the body and its various parts -> also known as posing.
You can do the same thing to everyday objects! Here, I drew a wine glass by stacking these three dimensional solid shapes.
The cup and its contents are two ovoid shapes that were cut in half. The stem is a very thin cylinder shape. The base is a cylinder with a slightly wider bottom.
Solid shapes help inform us how objects and parts of the human body may appear from different perspectives.
For example, a sphere can be used to demonstrate how the human head appears when looking up or down, turned to the side, or tilted at an angle.
With these examples, I hope I have managed to convinced you that if you can draw a circle and a couple of lines, you can draw a person! You just have to train your eye to recognize the simple shapes within complex objects. Try it with everyday objects as well! Or even your favourite media! A drawing subject can be as simple or as complex as you envision it to be.
Once you have mastered that, there are many aspects of drawing you can explore from here that may require you to seek additional resources or a fellow artist's advice.
Last of all, remember that drawing is an iterative process. Even if you draw something correct the first time, you will need to draw it again and again to get it right all times! And by making small changes like the ones we explored in this tutorial, your drawings will gradually transform!
I hope what I've demonstrated here are enough to provide the basics of how to get started with drawing objects and people, and also to help refresh more experienced artists. :) Hopefully I didn't go too off topic with what was requested, and let me know if there are any more questions I can answer.
Cheers :3
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