this is my Masterlist for this blog, you will find all of my work right here! I thought it would make for much easier access for you guys who want to find a specific work of mine! so here you go! I love you to the moon and to Saturn!
-M.G.
DESTINATION FEAR:
Fear- Dakota x Reader
Kiss For Luck- Alex x Raeder
St. Albans- Dakota x Reader (part 2 part 3 part 4 part 5 )
The 1- Alex x Reader
Missouri State Penitentiary- Tanner x Reader (part 2 part 3 part 4 part 5 part 6 )
Chasing Fear- Dakota x Reader
Odd Fellows Home- Alex x Reader (part2 part3 part4 part5 part6 part7 part8 bonus part)
Saying goodbye before a new road trip- Dakota x Reader Tanner x Reader Alex x Reader
Favorite road trip memory with them- Dakota x Reader Tanner x Reader Alex x Reader
One of the other boys likes you- Dakota x Reader Alex x Reader Tanner x Reader
You're Shy- Dakota x Reader Tanner x Reader Alex x Reader
You guys. I'm reading back on my fics/series and they are the most over dramatic delusions. I am so sorry lol! I could have done so much better. I write better now I promise. I know how to write a clean conversation and be all cutsies romantic without kissing and stuff all the time. I'm better I promise!
Anyway, I just thought I'd say that, and again I'm sorry. Lol! I might try and fix some of them. No guarantees, cause life is really getting crazy now that I'm 25. Please save me!
I just wanted to come on here and tell you that I miss you guys! Somethings in my life have been changing and I'm trying to get everything together. I'm so sorry I haven't finished Ashmore yet. I may scrap it and start something else for you guys. I'll let you know when I decide on something!
Summary: When you are revealed to be fancying someone, Sirius Black and friends take it upon themselves to figure out who it is. Will their highjinks ruin your chances? Or will you finally get the romantic attention of the one and only Remus Lupin?
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“Leave her be, Sirius. Can’t you see the girl’s uncomfortable?”
You couldn’t help the relieved smile that passed over your lips at the boy’s words. There he was again, taking care of you. You hated how he did it so easily.
“Oh Moony why you have to ruin all the fun?” Sirius cackled. He winked at you and continued despite the warning. “Just wanna know who in all of Hogwarts would have our friend all riled up.”
“I am not riled up!” You protested, earning heafty laughs from all across the room. Sharp glares shot out towards your friends. You’d expected a laugh from Sirius, even James, but seeing Lily, Marlene, and Dorcus join in felt like an afront. Even Remus had chuckled. You decided that Sirius needed to back down and you knew just how to do it. “You wouldn’t be able to handle me all riled up, Pup.”
That did it. The lean foreward, the small dip in pitch, a slight pause before the nickname - which included you unabashedly checking him out - and the tiniest smirk took the boy by surprise. The whole room, actually. It came to mind that your friends had never actually seen you be blantantly flirtatious. It was likely because you had no courage to be flirtatious with the one person you desperately wanted to flirt with. But Sirius Black? Easy.
summary: based on season 4, episode 6 of DF. so all credit goes to the crew, the show, and the channel/network. The packet is read, and it's time to start the investigation.
(gif not mine!)
“Sequestered within the never-ending cornfields of eastern Illinois, can be found the decaying remains of Ashmore Estates,” Dakota started. “Opened in 1857 as the Coles county poor farm, it had 30 buildings spread across 260 acres,” He continued. “The day-to-day operation of the poor farm was unmonitored leading to unhygienic and unsafe living conditions. In the 1870s alone 12% of the residents passed away. One such inmate was Joe, a maintenance man for the almshouse. He had been walking back from town when he was hit by an oncoming train. Though a good samaritan carried him back home his injuries were too grave and he passed away,” Dakota explained and your heart sank. It always made you sad, when you heard stories like that, life truly was just unfair and unkind sometimes. “That’s so sad,” Chelsea said. “I was just thinking the same thing. I couldn’t even imagine,” you said and leaned your head against Alex’s shoulder. He squeezed your waist as Dakota read on.
“But perhaps the most tragic death to occur was that of 5-year-old Elva Skinner in 1880 in a building previously on site. She had been left alone inside while the adults went out to work the farm,” He said and your heart dropped. You knew this was going to be terrible, and it was.
She had passed away after her dress had caught on fire despite them doing everything they could to help her. Everyone at the table was horrified by the way she died. “What a terrible way to die,” Chelsea said and you couldn’t help but nod. There had been accounts of seeing her and hearing giggling.
“Dude when we were here last time and we were all in our sleeping arrangements there was a girl giggling that was captured on camera,” Dakota brought up. It all came back to you, you remember watching the footage back and it scared the hell out of you.
“That, like, puts validation to what happened to us,” Dakota said. “And now going back we have a name to go off of,” Alex spoke. “Elva Skinner,” you repeated the little girl's name out loud.
The packet was handed to Chelsea and she began to read. “Those lucky enough to stay alive had to contend with truly atrocious conditions. Flies reportedly swarmed everywhere and there was noticeably rotten food prepared for dinner,” she explained and you shivered at the thought. “That’s disgusting,” you said and shook your head.
“By 1916, the conditions were so appalling that the original buildings were torn down and a new one was built in their place, operating for the next 40 years. It then transitioned to a private psychiatric hospital. Allegedly the most violent patients received electroshock treatments. It closed its doors in 1986,” Chelsea stopped.
“I forgot how layered this place is,” Dakota said.
The packet was then handed over to Alex. “The most active areas include The first floor. This floor is active with every kind of paranormal activity imaginable,” he said before holding the packet in front of you. You accepted it from him and began to read.
“The second-floor green room. A former poor house resident named Mary can be found in this room. People have heard her raspy breaths follow them through the building. She’s known for throwing and knocking over items,” You finished and passed it to Tanner.
“The boiler room. Joe. the former maintenance man is found here. While he is normally friendly if he feels disrespected, he can become quite agitated,” Tanner read. He was known to not like females in the boiler room, they would get shoved, grabbed, and even have their hair pulled.
You reached for Alex’s hand and he held yours tightly. He knew you didn’t fare well with that kind of information when it came to an overnight. It made you impossibly nervous, and he always made sure that you were ok before, during, and after.
There was a man who had actually been thrown across the room after defending the girls he was investigating with.
Alex held you tighter. He knew how much worry you held for your friends and so hearing that was something that made you very uneasy. You got protective easily, and so it was something you didn’t like to hear.
Alex picked up the packet and began again. “The third floor. This entire floor is incredibly active, especially by the former electroshock therapy room. Though Elva, the five-year-old who passed away on site is known to play up here there is another unknown entity that grabs people appearing as a phantom mist before disappearing completely,” Alex described. That entity was known to cause scratches and hurt anyone who may be vulnerable when up on that floor. It’s like he can sense it and preys on the more sensitive and weak.
“We did not know about that phantom mist on the third floor, reaching out and grabbing people,” Dakota said. “What I captured on film looked exactly like that description,” Tanner pointed out and it immediately took you back to that night, and what you had seen on camera. It was terrifying, especially back then when you were completely new to all of this.
“So creepy, like I have the chills right now,” Dakota said and you nodded your head. “I do too, I remember that so well,” you added.
“To be honest what you caught there was the reason I wanted to see this location so badly,” Alex admitted. “I have to see this for myself,” He added.
“I think it’s going to be a jam-packed night. What do you say we load some gear and get going,” Alex suggested and you internally cringed at the thought of staying there again.
“Let’s do it, dude,” Dakota said and Alex replied, “let’s start this night,”
You all got up and walked back to the RV to get your gear. “I cannot believe we are back here,” You said to yourself as you looked at the building over your shoulder. “It’s been so long, I wonder if they will remember us?” Chelsea wondered aloud. “I bet they will,” you said and shook your head. You headed into the building for the first time in almost 7 years and it took your breath away. It was like taking a step into the past. You remembered your exact words when you first stepped into the building.
“Guys I think we’re screwed,” you repeated yourself from 7 years ago. “That’s exactly what you said when we first stepped into this place,” Tanner recalled and you chuckled. “Well, it’s equally as true now as it was then,” you said. Everyone chuckled, and Alex walked over to wrap his arms around you. “Everything is going to be just fine, I promise you. I won’t let anything happen to you. I know you can do it, babe,” he said softly and kissed your head.
“I hate solos, Al,” you spoke quietly. “I know, but just think when it’s over we won’t have to come back. I know you’re nervous, but I also know how strong you are. You have so much more experience than you did last time, I have full confidence that you can handle this. And if anything happens I’m right here, I’m gonna be right here,” he tried to put you at ease. “Ok,” you breathed out and wrapped your arms around him tightly. You pulled away the slightest bit so that you could lean up on your toes to place a kiss on his lips. Your hands clutched the fabric of his shirt tightly and his rested firmly on your hips.
You pulled away and softly smiled at him. He smiled back before pressing a lingering kiss on your forehead for good measure.
“You guys ready to start?” Dakota asked and you looked over at him before sighing. “I’m ready when you guys are,” you said and looked up at Alex as if asking him the same question. He just nodded his head. “I’m ready, let’s go,” he said and grabbed your hand in his.
“So we just got done setting up the gear room, we are about to jump into solos,” Alex announced and you shifted your weight nervously. “Who’s ready?” He asked. “I am never ready for solos,” you told him. “I’m not ready either,” Dakota followed up. Everyone else agreed, and you chuckled. “See, this is not a good idea Alex,” you said and softly glared at him. “You guys will be fine,” he playfully brushed it off and you rolled your eyes. “This is the worst. And we have no flashlights,” Tanner reminded everyone. Your heart dropped.
“Tanner!” Alex spoke up. “Yeah?” he asked. You could tell he was not excited at all, and you couldn’t help but feel the exact same way. “Since you won the contest today, and you are a superior athlete, and a strong man,” Alex continued. “Yup,” Tanner said as if telling him to continue. “You win the privilege…” Alex paused. “The privilege,” Tanner repeated. “Of going into Ashmore Estates, first,” Alex finished and your jaw dropped. “What?” he asked incredulously. You could hear Dakota snickering beside you and you slapped his arm. “Why?” Tanner questioned again. “You won the contest. You get to go in first,” Alex shrugged his shoulders like it was obvious. “That’s not a prize, that’s losing,” Tanner said. “Alex that’s just mean,” you said and glared at him. “Well first place goes first right?” he shrugged again and you shook your head.
“It’s so mean, to let him go in first,” Dakota joked. “You wanna take his place?” Alex asked and looked at him, “No,” Dakota admitted and you chuckled. “This is a crappy prize,” Tanner said and you agreed. “Then pride is your prize,” Alex suggested and you once again rolled your eyes. “Pride is my prize?” He asked quizically. “You are a sore winner,” Alex told him.
“This literally makes no sense. Did you put any thought into this?” Tanner questioned your boyfriend. “You know-you know what?” Alex slightly stammers. “Go for it,” Tanner encouraged him. “How about, oh, I don’t know maybe you’re wearing the enhanced recorder the entire time,” Alex spat out. “Oh no! I’m so scared. Not!” Tanner mockingly said. “Alright, this is good!” Alex said back. “Perfect,” Tanner retorted. “This is good,” Alex reiterated. “Cool,” Tanner said one last time. “Whatever, you know I’ll just go in there first,” Tanner said and you shook your head. “Stir it all up,” He told you and you sighed heavily. “I mean there you go, that’s super positive of you,” Alex said in mock positivity.
“Alright, let’s get going,” Tanner breathed out heavily. Before he walked away you went over and wrapped him in a hug. “You got this Tanner,” you said and he smiled softly and kissed your head. “Thanks, (n/n),” he said before taking a deep breath and making his way into the building. “Remember, you’re a winner,” Chelsea called after him. “Biggest winner out there,” Alex reiterated. “Doesn’t feel like a winner,” Tanner spoke up. “You’ve got this!” you tried to encourage him.
As soon as he was in the building you walked over and smacked your boyfriend's arm. “That was no prize Alex,” you said with a slight look of annoyance. “It was for us,” he shrugged and smiled down at you smugly. You rolled your eyes. “You’re gonna be the death of me Alex, I swear it,” you mumbled and he chuckled before tossing an arm around you and pulling you into his chest. “You love me,” he whispered before kissing your head. “You’re lucky I do,” you said and held his arm that was around you.
“That I am,” he said and leaned forward to kiss your cheek.
“Hey, what about us?” Dakota asked with his arms out in mock hurt. “Aww, I love you guys too,” you said and walked over to hug Dakota before kissing his cheek and doing the same with Chelsea.
“They’re such babies,” she said and you laughed. “They really are, honestly. I don’t know how I put up with him sometimes,” you nudged her shoulder and she chuckled. You all sat at the table once again. You set your camera down so you could grab his free hand and hold it in your lap. Just to hold him in some way. It eased your nerves.
“That was kinda mean, not gonna lie,” Dakota said and you nodded your head. “He’s right Al,” you said and looked at him. “Are you like mad at him?” Chelsea asked softly. “No. He just won. The prize was not a good one at all,” Alex explained it simply. “Obviously Alex,” you said and nudged his shoulder. “What’s the moral of this story? Don’t win? Don’t try?” Dakota asked curiously. “Just be cautious. Watch your back,” Alex told you. “Oh wow, that’s nice,” your sarcasm practically dripping from your words. “A prize can turn into a surprise, real fast,” Chelsea spoke up and you gave her a tight-lipped smile. “True, true,” Dakota agreed with her.
“Do you think he’s ok up there?” you asked nervously. “He’s Tanner, I’m sure he’s ok why don’t you check on him if you’re worried?” Chelsea asked and smirked playfully as she handed you the walkie. You rolled your eyes and took it, “I’m not trying to scare him I’m just gonna check on him. But if it does scare him then that’s what happens,” you shrugged and softly smiled. They all chuckled. “You’re too good of a person,” Dakota shook his head and you laughed. “Sure, ok,” you said and stuck your tongue out at him playfully.
You held down the button for a few seconds before speaking, knowing that it might not scare him since he would hear that. “Hey, Tanner,” you said. “Shit,” you heard him curse and you internally cringed. “Yeah, go for Tanner,” you heard him say and you could tell he was already a bit drained from being in there. “I’m sorry to scare you, I just wanted to check in and make sure that you were ok,” you spoke. “It’s ok, I just wasn’t expecting it. It’s freaky up here honestly,” he told you and you nodded despite him not being able to see you.
“Are you ok?” you asked sweetly. “Yeah, I’m ok, just a bit freaked out. I’ll see you in a bit ok?” he asked and you just sighed. “Alright, We’re here if you need us at all,” you said genuinely hoping to ease his nerves. “Thanks (n/n),” that was the last you heard.
“Are you ok?” Alex asked and pulled you closer to his side. You rested your head on his shoulder and nodded. “I’m ok, just uneasy,” you said and sighed. “I know this may sound weird, but why don't you go next?” Chelsea suggested with a small smile. You looked at her with wide eyes. “What? You want me to pee myself?” you asked in disbelief. Everyone chuckled, “No, I just thought it would be a good idea to get it over with and not have to wait and let anxiety build up even more,” She explained and you let your shoulders fall.
“You’re probably right, it would just be easier for me to go and get it over with. Gosh, this really sucks Alex,” you said and nudged him. He kissed the top of your head and smiled down at you.
“Can I talk to you before I go in Al?” you asked him and he looked down at you in concern. “Yeah, of course, babe,” he said and you began to get off of your seat. They all looked at you in worry. “Is everything ok,(y/n)?” Dakota asked and you just nodded. “Yeah, I just wanted to talk to him for a second. “We’ll be right back,” you said and grabbed Alex’s hand. You both set your cameras down before walking away a bit.
“Is everything ok?” Alex asked as he placed his arms around you. “I really am scared Al, what if they do recognize us and something bad happens?” you told him. “What if something grabs Chelsea if she’s in the basement or something and she gets hurt? What if one of you gets hurt? There are just so many what-ifs and I’m scared,” you relayed your fears to him. He looked down at you with a soft gaze. “Hey, hey, don’t think like that. I know you’re scared but nothing will happen. And even if something does, we have each other. All of us have each other's backs, that’s the way it’s always been and I’m sure that’s the way it will always be. So if you need to break down or fall apart, we’re right here. I’m right here,” he said and pulled you in close.
You wrapped your arms around him and held onto him tightly not wanting to let go. “I just want us all to be ok,” you spoke softly and he leaned down to kiss your head. “We will be,” he said and pulled away from you slightly so he could look at you.
You moved your arms up and around his neck to pull him down and place a kiss on his lips. He reached up to place a hand on your cheek and you leaned into his touch. He couldn’t help but always want you closer, he could never put his finger on it but something about you was just so endearing. Maybe it was everything?
Just like that, he made you forget where you were, and what you were about to do. He made you feel at home, and secure. That was always the case, he took the fear away even if only for a few seconds. It was just gone.
Before you knew it you had to pull away, and for a few seconds, you felt like you could breathe. He smiled down at you and pushed a strand of hair away from your face. “Promise, you’ll be here when I get back?” you asked looking up at him with a worried gaze. “I promise you,” he reassured and kissed your forehead. “Ok, ok I’m fine,” you said trying to be sure of yourself. “You ready?” he asked and placed his arm around your shoulders. You nodded your head curtly and took a deep breath. “I’m ready,” you said and he guided you back towards your friends.
“Hey, you ok?” Chelsea asked when you sat back down.” Yeah, I’m ok,” you smiled softly at her. Before Dakota got to speak Tanner came rushing out of the building. “Woah, Tanner are you ok?” You asked as he quickly made his way over to the table. “I just heard whistling,” he told you, you could hear the shock in his voice. “What? A whistle?” Dakota asked incredulously. “Like on the second floor, I started to hear this faint whistling. There’s no way if I didn’t have this device that I’d have heard it,” Tanner explained and your heart rate picked up. “That’s crazy, Tanner,” you expressed. Alex and Dakota let out a simultaneous ‘what?’.
“Yes, it was the second floor,” he informed you. “That’s freaking terrifying,” Chelsea said.
“Dude, I heard it multiple times,” He told you. “Whistling, for sure?” Dakota asked. “100%” Tanner assured him. “Like, it, enough to where it, it, froze me,” He described his experience.
“That’s super weird because there’s supposed to be a woman, Mary, on that floor. She’s a poltergeist on that floor, she’ll move things around, and other claims are that there is raspy, like, whispering and breathing,” Alex explained some claims from that floor. “Did you go like, approach where it came from?” Dakota asked. “Fuck that,” Tanner stated and you chuckled. “I concur,” you agreed. “See, thank you,” Tanner said and gestured to you and you just nodded at him. “You didn’t go towards it?” Dakota asked again. “I am not exploring this place by myself the entire night. Someone else can take that second floor and do the follow-up,” Tanner said. “I’m proud of myself. I’m calling it quits,” he said and you just nodded. “I’m proud of you too Tanner,” you said and got up to give him a high-five. He instead wrapped his arm around your shoulder and brought you into a big side hug. “Alright, (y/n), It’s your turn. You’re next up,” Alex said and you sighed heavily.
“This is great, I’m so excited,” you said sarcastically and threw your arms up in mock excitement. They all chuckled. “You’ve got this,” Tanner said and squeezed your shoulder. “Alright, alright fine. I’m going,” you sighed and you got handed the Ovilus. “Bye guys,” you waved and as you walked away you felt someone come up behind you. You turned around to see Alex and smiled. “What? Did I forget something?” you asked. He just leaned down and pressed his lips to yours for a few seconds before pulling away. “Just that,” he said and smiled back at you. You shook your head, “You’re too much sometimes Al, now go on, I have to get this over with,” you said and shooed him away. “If I die, I love you guys!” you called over your shoulder. “We love you too!” you heard them call back.
“Alright guys, let’s do this,” you spoke and opened the door.
The next chapter of Ashmore Estates is coming tonight. I'm very sorry, my mental health has just been all over the place, and I've finally started therapy so hopefully things will get better soon.
warnings: fear of heights, our sweet and understanding Alex, maybe some language
summary: based on season 4 episode 6 of DF. so all credit goes to the crew, the show, and the channel/network. the group tackles the newest hurdle and challenge. Rock climbing in an old abandoned silo, but is it really your forte?
so, you guys! I'm back. I know it's been ages and I'm so so so sorry. I've been doing school. and I suddenly made the decision to drop out after some major life events took place last week. I know it's probably annoying but If you could pray for me or just even send kind thoughts it would really give me hope and it's more than more appreciated.
I love you to the moon and to Saturn!
-M.G
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“I’m gonna flip out,” you thought to yourself. Tanner noticed your unease and gave your shoulder a gentle squeeze and sent you a reassuring smile. You smiled back gratefully.
You exited the RV and immediately you looked up to see how tall it was. You held Alex’s hand, “you guys ready to climb?” he asked and looked back at you all. He gave your hand a squeeze and pulled it up to place a kiss on the back of it.
“That is so tall, I cannot climb that high,” Dakota said as you walked closer to the building. “No, you’re gonna do great,” Alex told him and you shook your head. “I’m gonna freak out,” you said quietly. “You’ll be ok babe, I promise,” Alex had heard you and pulled you closer to place his arm around your shoulders. He kissed your head once you had stepped into the building.
The whole group could tell that you were nervous and they all worried that you might get scared up there. When Alex let go of your hand Chelsea was quick to grab it and you smiled gratefully at her. “Thank you,” you mumbled and she just smiled at you. “You’ll do just fine, (y/n/n),” Dakota said and gave you a side hug. You sighed in relief at the thought of your friends being there with you. It was nice to have a support system in times like these when you really needed them.
Yeah, you climbed to the top of the giant mailbox, but this felt different. You were relying on your strength to get you to the top of a giant concrete wall. Where you could easily lose your footing and fall, whereas there were guard rails and stairs on the former.
You all got geared up, and ready to climb the wall, but your nerves began to build up even more at the thought of being so high up. Your heart started racing faster and your stomach began to turn.
You all chalked up your hands and were ready to climb the wall. Were you physically prepared and safe yes, but in your mind, you thought of all the things that could go wrong. You were very out of it, you couldn’t focus and that was making it all worse.
You walked into the silo and looked up. To put it simply, you were screwed.
“Woah!” Chelsea was in awe of how high it went. “Oh, damn. Look at this,” Tanner said as he looked around him. You backed up and ended up hitting Tanner’s chest instead of a wall. “Shit, I’m sorry,” you said and moved away from him. “Hey, no you’re fine. Are you ok?” he asked as he took in the expression on your face. You looked scared and it worried him. “Yeah, yeah. I’m totally ok,” you told him, and just as he was about to say something Alex spoke up.
“Now you guys already know the rules. Whoever makes it the highest is going to be very happy for solos tomorrow. Dakota, Chelsea. You guys wanna go first?” he asked and looked at them expectantly. “Let’s do it,” Chelsea said. “Game on,” Dakota directed at his sister and she said the same thing right back.
They got all hooked up and were ready to go. “Here we go,” Chelsea said as she prepared to climb as high as she could. “No matter how much we hate each other at the end of this, we’re still family,” Dakota turned and pointed at his sister as he spoke. Despite his comment that would usually make you laugh all you could think of was having to climb up there.
“Alright, you guys ready?” Alex asked. “Let’s do it,” Dakota said.
“3,2,1, Climb,” Alex gave them a countdown.
You watched as they both began their ascension of the wall.
“Let’s go,” Tanner encouraged them, and you immediately reached for Alex’s hand. He looked over at you and his gaze softened at the fear on your face. He could feel how scared you were by the shaking of your hand in his. He pulled you close and wrapped his arms around you. Your back was to his chest as he rested his head on your shoulder. “You’re ok, nothing is gonna go wrong I promise you. It’ll be over before you know it, and you won’t have to do it again alright?” he said softly so that only you could hear him. You slowly nodded your head as your eyes stared above you. You held his arms tighter around you. “I need you to answer me ok, talk to me,” he said and you let out a shaky sigh. “I don’t think I can do it,” you said and shut your eyes tightly.
“This is actually not easy,” you heard Chelsea say and you shook your head. “Al, I don’t wanna do this anymore,” you told him fearfully. “Are you sure you don’t wanna try?” he asked just to make sure because he knew how competitive you were and you might regret it later that you never even tried.
“I’m sure, I don’t think I can do it right now,” you breathed out nervously. “That’s ok babe, you don’t have to do it,” he told you and held you tighter. “I’m sorry,” you mumbled. “Don’t be sorry, it’s completely ok sweetheart,” he said and kissed your head softly. You let out a huge sigh of relief and relaxed against him a bit.
“Oh my god, my arms are already losing strength,” you heard Dakota complain and you giggled a bit. You kept silent as you watched your friends climb higher.
“Dakota,” Chelsea spoke to her brother. “What?” He called. “I’m scared,” Chelsea admitted with a nervous chuckle. “I’m scared too,” He retorted. A small smile took its place on your face during the interaction.
“I see some wiggling arms are you getting tired?” Alex asked. You heard Dakota curse as he tried to hold on. “Ok, I’m actually at my strength capacity, I think,” Chelsea said and you squeezed Alex’s arms tighter. “She’s fine babe,” he said and hugged you tighter for a second.
“Ok, I’m calling it,” She announced and you let out a breath you didn’t know you were holding.
“Keep going dude, you’re almost halfway there,” She encouraged Dakota.
“You got this Dak,” Alex tried to motivate his friend. “I don’t know if I can go any higher,” Dakota said and made the ultimate decision to make his way back to the ground.
When his feet touched the ground you smiled. “I beat you,” he said to Chelsea and you chuckled. Alex let you go in order to get ready for his turn. “You guys are up next,” Chelsea stated. “Let’s do it,” Tanner said and got to his spot. Dakota, Tanner, and Chelsea looked at you when you stayed in your spot. “Aren’t you coming?” Tanner asked and you gingerly shook your head. “No, I um- I just- I-” Alex spoke up to get you out of having to explain. “She doesn’t want to and that’s fine, she doesn’t have to,” he told them and you smiled thankfully at him.
“Yeah of course, no, that’s fine,” Dakota said and went to stand next to you. He tossed his arm across your shoulders and squeezed you reassuringly. You smiled up at him. “No worries, (y/n), it’s no big deal,” Chelsea said and stood on the other side of you. You leaned your head on her shoulder. “Root for me guys, I’m counting on you,” Tanner said and smiled at you. You chuckled and shook your head at his antics.
“Who do you think’s gonna win?” Alex asked. Chelsea and Dakota looked at each other. ‘Tanner, for sure,” Chelsea said and Dakota agreed playfully. “Screw you guys,” Alex said and you smiled over at him hoping to encourage him. “I believe in you babe,” you said and shot a thumbs up his way. “At least someone is rooting for me,” He said and everyone chuckled.
“Climbers, are you ready?” Dakota asked “Yeah,” Tanner confirmed. “Ready,” Alex spoke up.
“In 5- Go! Go!” His raised voice made you flinch a bit. Immediately they started up the wall and your hand reached out for Chelsea’s.
“Oh, man,” you already heard Alex sigh. “Slow and steady wins the race,” Dakota advised teasingly. “Tanner’s really high up there already,” Alex said and you looked over at him to see that he was in fact very high up. “Tanner, how do you do that?” Alex questioned. “Tanner!” Dakota exclaimed. “He looks like Spider-Man,” Chelsea compared and you chuckled. “Be careful guys,” you called out.
“They’re making us look so weak,” Dakota complained to Chelsea and you giggled. “Well, I think you guys did great,” You said. “At least you did it,” you said softly.
You smiled softly at them and they both gave you a side hug.
“I don’t think I can make it,” Alex spoke up. “You can do it Al!” you tried to keep his spirits up. “Keep going Al, you got this!” Chelsea shouted after you. “Damn, Tanner’s gonna make it to the top,” Dakota said.
Just as he said it Tanner called down. “I did it!” you chuckled and shook your head.
They both came down and you all congratulated Tanner on his victory. You walked over to Alex and wrapped your arms around him. “You did great bub,” you said and smiled up at him. “Thanks, babe,” he said and leaned down to kiss you softly.
Alex walked over and gave Tanner a high-five. “You won,” He said. “You did, fair and square,” Chelsea said and you nodded in agreement. “Alright, no more fun and games. Let’s go read this packet,” Alex announced as you all headed out.
“This was fun. But my forearms are on fire right now,” Tanner said and you chuckled. “Oh, yeah,” Alex agreed and you wrapped your arm around his. Placing a kiss on his shoulder while you walked.
As you walked back out to the RV you began to think about the packet read. You were excited, to be honest, but as per usual there was a bit of fear in you as well.
“Are you guys excited about the packet?” Alex asked and everyone looked at him like he was crazy. “Are you kidding me?” Chelsea asked with a raised eyebrow. “Honestly, I kind of am,” you said and looked up at him. He beamed down at you and kissed your head. “See, at least someone is,” he told them and teasingly stuck his tongue out at them. They all laughed and shook their heads.
“Are you not scared?” Dakota asked you. “Of course I’m scared, but he’s been so excited about it that it kind of has me excited too,” you laughed softly. “You’re crazy. His excitement is scaring me,” Tanner told you and you laughed again.
You all got into the RV and took your seats. The skies had begun to melt into pastel pinks and layers of scarlet. It was your favorite time of the day.
You looked out the window as the clouds melded blue with pink. “You know, this time of day always reminds me of you,” Alex said softly. You peered up at him and smiled. “And why is that?” you asked and reached out to interlace your fingers with his. “I can always find you at a window reading, or just watching at this time of day. It’s your favorite,” he explained and your smile brightened. “Yeah, it is,” you said and reached over to kiss his cheek.
You sat there with your head against his shoulder as the last of the sun’s rays warmed you. He kept you close while he scrolled through his phone, following suit of everyone else for the time being. As the sky grew darker you knew it was time to pick up where you left off.
“You just got to the top like it was nothing,” Dakota said to Tanner. “I wanted the mystery prize,” Tanner explained himself and you laughed. “Well you definitely got it,” you said and reached over to give him a high-five. “I’m pretty curious what this whole prize is, but I’m even more curious as to where we’re going,” Chelsea spoke up and looked at Alex expectantly.
“I have another surprise,” Alex told you all and you sighed heavily. “Are you kidding me? Can you stop?” Tanner asked tiredly. “Really Al, there is no stopping you,” you said and shook your head.
“You’re gonna ruin the word ‘surprise’ for me,” Chelsea told him and you nodded in agreement.
“The spot that I’m taking you guys right now, might bring back some bad memories,” Alex informed you all and you let your head lull back in exhaustion. “What?” everyone questioned. “What do you mean?” you asked him. “I can’t tell you that yet, but we are getting close so I do want all 4 of you guys to go up there if you can and keep your eyes peeled,” Alex told you all.
“Ok, I don’t think 4 will fit up there so I’ll stay back here, just tell me what it is,” you said and let them go up front. “You’ll know it when you see it,” Alex told you all. “I’m incredibly curious,” Chelsea said and made her way to the front. “What the heck are you doing to us, Al?” Dakota questioned. “We are in the middle of nowhere,” Chelsea stated. “This is gonna be terrible isn’t it?” you looked over at your boyfriend for confirmation but he just smiled at you. “I think I see it,” He said and you sighed. “What?” Dakota asked and looked ahead as best as he could.
“Wait a minute,” Chelsea started. “Oh,” Tanner said in shock as he turned back to look at Alex. “Yup,” Alex confirmed. “Wait is that?...” Dakota didn’t finish as Tanner raised his voice.
“Dude! That’s Ashmore!” he exclaimed and your eyes widened. “What the hell? No way!” you said in shock. “It totally is!” Chelsea confirmed.
“It’s been like six, seven years since we’ve been here,” Dakota explained. “A little trip down memory lane,” Alex said and you could’ve sworn your stomach actually sunk.
This place was definitely not the best memory for you. It was your first overnight and you came out of there more scared than you had been before even going in.
“This is the first location me and (y/n) ever slept at,” Chelsea reminded. “I remember it so vividly, it still freaks me out to this day,” You explained and she nodded in acknowledgment.
“This is where it all started,” Dakota pointed out. “None of us ever wanted to come back here, ever,” Tanner spoke and you couldn’t help but agree.
“Alright, here we go,” Alex said as you all got up to exit the RV. “This is not going to be a good night,” you breathed out. Alex placed a hand on your back as you stepped out. “You’ll be fine babe, one step at a time,” he said and kissed the back of your head.
“You guys ready for this?” He asked everyone and turned around to get their reactions. “Oh, holy crap, dude,” Dakota said in awe as he stepped out. “Oh my goodness,” Chelsea said as she looked on at the tall building ahead of her. “I had to see the look on your faces when we pulled up to this place,” Alex said and you chuckled. “Of course, you did,” you said and playfully smacked his shoulder. “I mean it is kind of cool to be back,” Tanner said. “It’s cool, but I’m nervous,” Dakota stated. “I am too,” you said and you both looked at each other with uneasy glances.
“I did dig up some new, and kind of disturbing information about this place. What do you say, we read the packet?” He asked and your shoulders sagged. “This is gonna be so not fun, I am not excited anymore,” you said and everyone chuckled. “I never was,” Chelsea said and you laughed.
You set up the camera and all sat down to read the packet. You shivered a bit from the wind that was blowing. Alex wrapped an around your waist and pulled you closer to him.
“This is a place that has definitely left its mark on all of you,” Alex began. “It’s so crazy how much we’ve grown since the last time we were here,” Chelsea said. “We definitely left with a lot of questions,” You stated. “I’m just curious to see if your new information gives us any answers,” you spoke again.
“I also have another surprise,” Alex stated and you let your head drop to the table in annoyance. “No, stop,” Dakota said. And everyone just begged the questions ‘why?’ and ‘what?’
“When we’re done reading this packet we are going to be going right in,” He said and your eyes widened in shock. “Absolutely not,” You said and waved your hands around in objection. “Absolutely,” Alex came back. You screwed your eyes shut and took a deep breath.
“I should’ve seen this coming,” Dakota said and you just sighed for the millionth time that day.
“Dakota, do you want to open it?” Alex asked and held out the packet. “Here goes nothing,” Dakota said as he began to open it.
“Ashmore Estates,” Chelsea and Dakota read at the same time.
warnings: nothing really, light fluff, mentions of fear of heights
summary: Based off of season 4, episode 6 of DF. so all credit goes to the crew, the show, and the channel/network. It is Alex's turn to choose a location and everyone is in anticipation. And the pit stop he's chosen may or may not be something you're comfortable with.
Part one of my new series is here! I do truly hope you enjoy it and are excited about this series. I'm sorry if these get put out slower than usual, I just started school, so just bear with me.
I love you to the moon and to Saturn!
-M.G
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You sat in the RV on the way to a location unknown as per usual. Though knowing it was Alex’s turn to pick the location was quite nerve-wracking. He hadn’t let you in on anything, not even the slightest detail. The one thing you did know, was that he was very excited about it, and that scared you even more. Nothing about this seemed normal, and you were dying to know where he was taking you.
You looked at him and sighed. “Al-” you started. “Nope, no, I’m not saying a thing,” he interrupted you, knowing exactly what you were going to ask him. You huffed and crossed your arms. “You don’t even know what I was gonna say,” you said to him and it was his turn to sigh. “Seriously? You’ve asked only about 8 million times in the last 31 hours,” he scoffed. Chelsea, tanner, and Dakota chuckled. “I'm with her on this, I want a hint of some sort,” Chelsea said and looked at Alex with a raised brow. “Not until later,” Alex stuck to his plan. “You’re no fun,” you whined and poked his arm. “I’m fun, I have a great spot for you guys to stop at while I tell everyone about the location,” he informed you and tossed an arm over your shoulder.
It wasn’t long before you pulled up to the place and got out of the RV. “I’m small enough compared to you giants. What is this place?” you questioned and looked at your boyfriend like he was crazy. Everyone laughed and tanner ruffled your hair, you swatted his hand away. “You’ll have fun I promise,” Alex said and kissed the top of your head.
“Oh hush, I know I will. I’m with these two fools, and Chelsea of course,” you said and nudged her side and she laughed softly. Tanner and Dakota looked at you in mock offense. “Fools?” they questioned simultaneously. “Fools,” you confirmed with a large grin.
“Oh, you’re gonna get it,” Dakota said. You noticed that he was about to run and so of course you sprinted away from him. You could hear him running after you and you laughed breathlessly. About halfway across the parking lot he caught you and picked you up and spun you around until you begged him to stop. You let out a yelp and laughed as he set you down, trying to gain your balance back. “I still think you’re a fool,” you whispered and he looked at you with a look as if saying ‘what did you say?’. “I said nothing,” you said and shrugged before quickly walking back to the group.
“Alright, I’ll see you guys in a bit, go have fun on big objects,” he gestured to what was in front of him and behind you. You chuckled before kissing his cheek. “Love you, Alex,” you said while watching him walk away.
“Shall we?” you asked and pointed to the attraction. “We shall,” Tanner answered and you chuckled before linking arms with Chelsea and making your way back across the parking lot.
As you walked across the lot you saw a large chair and to your surprise a mailbox. “Imagine the packages you could get in there!” Chelsea said and you laughed. “For some reason, I feel the need to climb that chair despite my crippling fear of heights,” you pointed out and directed the camera toward the chair. “I’d pay to see that,” Tanner laughed and so did you. “You just want to see me fall off of it,” you jabbed back and he looked at you with a hurt expression. “Is that what you think?” he asked in surprise. “That’s just what I know,” you smiled brightly at him. He grinned at you, “Alright, alright, you know me too well,” he said. “I know,” you said and they laughed.
You walked further in and came across a giant pencil. “Look at the pencil!” Tanner exclaimed and you chuckled. “Tanner we finally found something that is taller than you!” you proclaimed excitedly. He tossed a glare your way while Chelsea and Dakota laughed. Chelsea jumped to try and touch the eraser and when she couldn’t you decided to try. “Ok, wait! I need to try!” you said and set your camera down. You stood under the pencil and did a couple of test hops before you jumped as high as you could. Ultimately not reaching your goal. “Damn it,” you huffed and they all shook their heads. “Sorry, I guess you’re just too small,” Dakota teased you and you glared at him. “Don’t worry I couldn’t do it either,” Chels reminded you and wrapped an arm around your shoulder.
“Oh my gosh, it’s a big ass bird cage!” you enthusiastically pointed at it before running toward it. “It has a swing!” you said excitedly and sat down on the seat before swinging yourself back and forth. “She is so easily entertained, I don’t understand honestly,” Tanner shook his head. “Right, I mean, it’s just a swing,” Dakota said. “I think it’s cute,” Chelsea said as she watched you happily swing in the cage.
“Alright, move, we want to swing too,” Dakota said and you got off of the swing so they could sit down. Chelsea hopped on the side of it and you smiled. “This is like, the cutest thing we’ve ever done,” Dakota stated and you chuckled a bit. “Not gonna lie here, you guys do look adorable right now,” you said and smiled at them. “I need pictures!” you exclaimed before holding your phone with one hand and taking a few pictures of them. “I need a picture with everyone,” you said. They all sighed jokingly. “C’mon, you know you love me,” you joked and they all agreed.
Tanner sat on the swing and you hopped on behind him. You had a foot on either side of him as you held on so you wouldn’t fall. You both smiled widely as Chelsea took the picture. Next up, it was you and Dakota. It was an awkward and hard-to-hold pose but you made it work. You were determined to be taller than him and so you sat on your knees on the swing right next to him. He had his arm around your waist to steady you as you rested your head atop his. Your smiles were wide as you tried not to laugh and fall off. He helped you down and next it was you and Chelsea. Seeing as you never wanted a normal pose you and Chelsea both stood on the swing. “We better get this before we both fall off,” she joked and you laughed loudly and smiled over at her. And later on, you found that that was the picture. You smiling over at her while she smiled at the camera. It was one of your favorite pictures you had with her.
Dakota was the last one on the swing, and Chelsea took the opportunity to close the cage door. “I’ve always just wanted to-” she spoke as she shut the door on him. And you all laughed. “He makes a great bird,” Chelsea joked and you laughed loudly. “A beautiful bird,” you agreed teasingly.
“Now, to ascend the giant mailbox!” you declared and they chuckled. You all made your way up to the top and you smiled at the view from up there.
“What do you think Alex is talking about right now?” Dakota wondered aloud. “Probably the usual,” you shrugged. “Yeah, probably something depressing and scary,” Tanner added and you softly laughed. “It has to be that,” you pointed over at him and smiled. “Ok, I think the adrenaline of climbing a giant mailbox has worn off. I’m literally about to panic. Can we get down now?” you questioned and they all nodded. “Right, c’mon let’s get you back onto the ground,” Tanner said and took your hand to guide you back down.
As you walked back down to the parking lot to meet up with your boyfriend you smiled at the thought of him being so excited.
You saw him by the RV and took off in a light sprint. He chuckled at you and opened his arms for you. You crashed into him and he huffed at the impact, laughing breathlessly as he kept you both from falling over. “Hey, babe,” he said and he heard your muffled hello against his neck. You pulled back and smiled up at him. “Did you have fun?” he asked, and you nodded your head. “Yeah, I did. Got lots of good pictures too,” you told him giddily and he smiled at how happy you looked. He leaned down and pressed a kiss on your forehead. “Good, I’m glad,” he said and hugged you close again.
The others joined you and you smiled brightly at them, “ready guys?” you asked and they all nodded before following you into the RV. You sat next to Alex on the couch and Chelsea sat down next to you. Alex tossed his arm around your shoulder to fit you snuggly against his side, and to make more room for Chelsea.
It was a few minutes into the journey when everyone turned their cameras back on. “Alex is in control!” Dakota exclaimed and you smiled up at him. “You have a little pep in your step today,” Chelsea teasingly pointed out and you chuckled. “We’re all excited. It’s not just me,” Alex said and you laughed. “Everyone’s excited about this,” he added and you shook your head. “What?” Tanner asked, “Honestly, like you couldn’t actually believe that,” you joked and looked at him.
“Let’s do a poll. Tanner, how do you feel about Alex picking?” Dakota asked. “Not very comfortable in the slightest,” He states and you nod in agreement. “That’s only one out of the four. Dakota?” he asked his friend. “I’m nervous as hell,” he expressed and you smiled. “And Chelsea?” Alex asked. “You freak me out a little bit, man,” Chelsea answered and you chuckled. “Ok, y/n?” he questioned you. “Honestly, you’re being a little too excited for me to be excited about this,” you told him, “your excitement scares me,” you said and he chuckled.
“You keep smiling like something is up,” Chelsea stated. Alex shrugged his shoulders and you rolled your eyes. “Oh no,” you mumbled and he smiled down at you. “I’m just gonna break it to you guys right now. For my haunted location, we will be doing solos the entire night, with no flashlights,” he broke the news and your jaw dropped a bit. “What is wrong with you?” you question in exasperation. Everyone groaned in protest, “That’s the worst idea ever,” Tanner complained.
“I just don’t know Alex, about your decisions, your ideas,” Chelsea said to him and you chuckled. “I’m with Chelsea here, the things you do for your locations can be questionable,” you said and everyone snickered.
“We are in the middle of nowhere, like, where the hell are you taking us?” Dakota queried.
“We have been sitting in this RV for a very long time now, and I do have something planned for us. Right now we are on our way to an abandoned grain silo that has been renovated into a rock-climbing facility,” Alex explained his plan for you all. “How tall is this?” Tanner asked.
“The tallest one is about 65 feet,” Alex said and your eyes widened. “This sounds pretty intimidating,” Dakota said and you nodded your head. “Very intimidating, I hate heights,” you told him and gave him a tight-lipped smile. “I’m sorry babe, but there is a competition involved. Whoever gets up the highest will win this competition and it may or may not tip the odds in your favor for the overnight,” Alex informed you. “Damn it, you know how competitive I am,” you shook your head. He squeezed you tightly and kissed your head.
“So, like, whoever wins, whoever gets the highest won’t have to do a solo?” Dakota asked hopefully. “No, no, no, no. That’s funny. That’s really funny,” Alex said and you lightly hit his chest. “That would be a great reward for me,” Dakota spoke up again. “What is it?” you asked Alex. “Let’s just say, you are going to want to try and get to the top. You wanna win, trust me,” he told you. “I definitely don’t trust you but ok,” you countered.
“I don’t know what’s scarier. Climbing this high in an abandoned silo, or not winning the contest,” Dakota said.
You put your cameras down and you sighed. You were nervous about climbing so high. You hated heights and Alex knew this about you, but he also knew how competitive you were and obviously hoped that would outweigh your fear. Surprise, surprise: it didn’t.
You didn’t want to do this, and honestly, you didn’t trust Alex’s little advantage. You knew him a bit too well, to know that it was something good.
He looked down at you and noticed your brow begin furrowed. He lifted his hand and let his thumb smooth out the crease between your eyebrows. Your eyes darted up to look at him when you felt his touch. “What’s up babe, you ok?” he asked and you instinctively leaned closer to him. “I just really hate heights,” you said and rested your head on his shoulder. “You’ll be ok babe, I won’t let anything happen ok, and if you feel like you need to come back down that’s fine, you know no one will be upset with you,” he explained to you and stroked your hair to soothe you. “I know, I just- I hate losing too,” you said and he laughed softly. “I know babe, maybe Dakota will give up before you,” Alex joked and it was your turn to laugh quietly.
“I heard that,” Dakota said and you laughed again. “Sorry, Dak,” you said and he rolled his eyes. You hid your face in Alex’s shoulder as you laughed quietly and he smiled down at you. “ I love you (y/n),” Alex spoke softly. “I love you too Alex,” you said and leaned up to kiss him softly.
The rest of the drive was short, and as you came to a stop you looked outside and sighed. “Oh shit,” you mumbled to yourself knowing that your fear would eventually kick in.
Hey guys! I just figured out that Tanner has a girlfriend and in my opinion I think it's a bit rude to keep writing fics for him. I'm not trying to be mean, I just feel that it's a little disrespectful to his girlfriend and I'd feel bad if I continued. I hope you guys understand, and bear with me! That's why I also don't write for Sam Golbach either because he's with Katrina and I feel it's a bit disrespectful. Once again, I hope you understand!
Ok I have something to say, I have had major writers block for DF lately as you probably know. Like major.
But tonight! Yes, tonight! I have decided I'm going to try and start a new series for you all! I'm very excited and if you'd like to know what episode it is let me know!
Also, I'm sorry I didn't mean to posy my Happy New Year on my other blog it was supposed to be on here. So sorry that was a bit weird!
Currently watching Sam and Colby's episode at the Yorktown Hospital and they interviewed Dakota about his experience there with the Destination Fear team and now all I am thinking about is a Destination Fear member's sister doing an investigation with the boys.
I would love that. Honestly, I adore Sam and Colby! Destination Fear coming together with them for a video would be wicked as hell! They would be so good together💛
Hi lovely!! I'm new to the whole DFAM and was wondering if there was a discord or a groupchat of some sort that I could join? lol i feel so silly asking this😅🙈
Aw hey! Don't feel silly asking that, it's a perfectly normal question! Honestly, I'm not sure I haven't heard of one, I'm sorry!
warnings: slight angst, unrequited love, a bit of fluff, like 2 curse words.
summary: you've been dating Colby since your senior year of high school, but it just so happened that someone you were closest to has hidden feelings for you. (rewrite of witches pond section of Dracula's Castle)
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You had been friends with the boys for as long as you could remember. Colby asked you out in your senior year of high school and of course, you said yes. A small yet significant detail you missed was that there was someone else who loved you too. Someone who you were immensely close to. Someone you confided in when you needed the best secret keeper you knew. Someone you told everything to, the person who introduced you to Sam and Colby. Nate Hardy.
Now he had never told you this obviously, he was very good at hiding it. Nate was the first person you told when Colby asked you out, and to say his heart broke was an understatement. He knew his chances were gone, and it broke his heart that he was too late. But seeing the joy and excitement on your features when you told him gave him enough courage to keep it all to himself.
Still, years later, he looked at you and felt his heart clench. He had had girlfriends, but none he loved like you. So seeing you now was something he loved but dreaded each time.
It just so happened that you were now in Romania, with the boys about to go investigate Dracula’s Castle. Before you got to the castle you were going to find Witches Pond.
The venture was into the forest of course, where else would it be? You were in one of Colby’s sweaters and a pair of jeans along with your favorite pair of vans. Nothing special but Nate thought you looked beautiful.
“You know I love you guys but sometimes you make me want to hit you because of the crazy shit you do,” you said and shook your head. “But you do love us?” Sam questioned and you chuckled. “Yes, I do,” you spoke up again. Nate fell into step with you and tossed an arm around your shoulder. “But I’m your favorite right?” he asked quietly and you laughed. “Always have been,” you said and nudged his side. He smile down at you and squeezed your shoulder, and you smiled back at him. He could’ve melted at the sight of you smiling so fondly at him.
“Do you guys really think Vlad was killed at this pond?” Nate asked and everyone turned to face you two. “I mean it’s a possibility, you know, I don’t think that everything is impossible. So, I think there’s a chance,” you shrugged. “Yeah, I mean like she said it’s not impossible to think,” Colby followed up as he fell into step with you. You carefully twisted your arm around his and tangled your fingers together. He smiled down at you and kissed your head. Nate had removed his arm from around you and walked ahead to catch up with Sam.
Sam looked over at Nate and sighed, “I’m sorry man,” Sam told him. Nate looked over at him in confusion.” What for?” he asked. “You love her,” Sam said and Nate’s eyes widened. “No I don’t, what are you talking about?” he asked and shook his head. “It’s ok, I won’t tell anyone. I just see how much it affects you,” Sam told him and Nate sighed heavily. “Just don’t say anything,” he said quietly. “Like, I said. I won’t say anything,” Sam said and clapped a hand on his shoulder.
“You’re nervous,” Colby said quietly. “A bit,” you said and leaned into him. He let go of your hand and placed his arm around you, you reached up to once again tangle your fingers with his. “We’ll be fine baby, we always are. Nothing will hurt you I promise,” he said and you nodded your head. “It’s not me I worry about,” you said and looked up at him. “Nothing will happen to us ok, nothing will happen to me,” He assured you. You softly nodded your head, “Ok,” you took his assurance.
You leaned up on your toes to press a kiss on his cheek.
“Now how about we find this pond huh?” he asked with a small smile and you once again nodded, smiling back at him. He pulled you to a halt and slightly crouched down in front of you. “What are you doing?” you laughed softly. At the sound of your laughter, the other two boys came to a stop. They turned to look at you and Colby. “Hop on, I’ll carry you,” he said and your eyes widened in surprise. “What?” you questioned. “C’mon, I’ll carry you,” he stated again. “Are you sure?” you asked. He stood up straight and turned toward you, placing his hands on your cheeks. “I’m positive,” he said and kissed your head. “Ok,” you said and shook your head with a laugh.
He turned around again and you held onto his shoulders and jumped a bit. He easily caught you and you wrapped your legs around him, with your arms going around him as well. Colby took off down the trail and you held on tighter. You laughed loudly as he went as fast as possible, laughing with you. When he stopped you rested your head on his shoulder and giggled.
Nate looked at you two and couldn’t help but feel his heart sink. The sound of your laughter and the sight of your smile were the most beautiful things to him. He was disappointed that it wasn’t him who would get them from you for the rest of his life.
“You good babe?” Colby asked and you laughed breathlessly before pressing a kiss on his cheek. “I’m just fine,” you said with a bright smile. “It’s disgusting how cute you both are!” Sam called from behind you and you let out another loud laugh. “I’m taking that as a compliment!” you called back and hear him chuckle.
You rested your head in the crook of Colby’s neck and placed a small kiss there. He squeezed your legs and hummed contentedly. Your eyes became heavier as he carried you, but you stayed awake. Keeping soft conversation with him once in a while.
Nate couldn’t help but wish it was him who got to hold you like that.
“How fucking far into the woods is this execution site?” you mumbled and Colby laughed. “Hey, Sam, she wants to know how fucking far into the woods this execution site is,” Colby said and looked over at him. Nate and Sam laughed. “I don’t think we have much longer,” he answered. “I’m not sure about that, we always get lost somehow,” you said and glanced over your shoulder.
“Not always,” Nate tried to defend, and you huffed out a laugh. “Sure,” you dragged out.
But to your surprise, you got there after a few more minutes.
Colby set you down and you gently tugged him down to place a kiss on his lips. “Thank you, love,” you said and he placed another kiss on your lips. “Of course,” he said and smiled.
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The walk back seemed to go by much quicker, and then you had a three-hour drive to Bran Castle. You got into the car and sat in between Sam and Colby. About an hour into the drive you fell asleep on your boyfriend’s shoulder. “(y/n), you ok?” Nate asked after not hearing you for a while. He looked back at you and his gaze softened at the state of you. Your hair falling in front of your face and your cheek slightly squished by Colby’s shoulder. “She fell asleep a while ago,” Colby spoke softly so as to not wake you. “Right, sorry,” Nate said and turned back around. He looked in the rearview mirror and clenched his eyes shut when you sleepily reached to grab Colby’s arm and hold him closer to you as you hid your face in his shoulder.
Colby kissed your head and let his head rest against yours.
All Nate wanted was you, he wanted to be the one you loved. He wanted to hold you and kiss you goodnight. He wanted to tangle his fingers with yours and let you hide in his chest when you got scared. But he knew you were with Colby and he cared too much to jeopardize that. He would just have to live with the love you gave him despite it not being the love he so desperately wanted. He just couldn’t help but think what it would be like if you loved him instead.
summary: not one to dress out of your comfort zone due to your bashful nature, you decide to take a step outside of that bubble. which just so happens to lead to you and your best friend confessing your feelings for each other.
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You don’t often wear dresses but you thought it might be a good change of pace. Looking in the mirror you smoothed down the soft yellow fabric and checked your angles. You had never been the most confident person in the world and to be honest you were quite shy.
Hearing a knock at your door you sighed softly, “Just a second,” you said and quietly made your way to open it. Katrina stood in front of you with a big smile, “Oh my god, you look so pretty,” she fawned and you smiled shyly. “Thank you,” you chuckled softly. “I was just coming over to let you know that Sam and I are leaving now. We’ll be home in a few hours ok?” she said and you nodded your head. “Yeah, ok. Have fun,” you smiled and waved as she walked down the hallway.
Your mind immediately traveled to Colby, who was in fact your best friend who you just so happen to have a massive crush on. You could go as far as to say you loved him.
Walking into the kitchen to grab water before going back to your room you ran into him. “Hi Colby,” you said softly and gingerly passed by him to grab your water. “Hey, sweetheart,” he said and smiled over at you. You could feel him looking at you and your cheeks began to heat up, the feeling of his eyes on your legs made you shift your weight from one leg to the other.
“You should wear dresses more often, you look really nice,” he said and you blushed and smiled over at him. “Thanks, I have lots I guess I’m just not the most confident person you know,” you said and gave a soft shrug. “Yeah, no I totally get that. I just wish you could see yourself like we all see you. I mean you’re beautiful,” he told you and your blush deepened. “You’re just saying that 'cause you’re my best friend,” you said and looked down. His brows furrowed. “I’m saying it because it’s true,” he said and he turned your face gently to look at him.
You could see the sincerity in his eyes and it made your stomach fill with butterflies whenever he looked at you that way. With the way he looked at you, you almost believed that he could love you too. You looked at him with a soft gaze for probably a few seconds too long without saying anything. Realizing this, you shook your head and sighed. “You’re really stubborn did you know that?” he asked with a sigh, and you just shrugged, “I’ve been told,” you said and smiled softly at him. He shook his head and laughed quietly, “C’mon, come hang out with me,” he said and took hold of your hand. Your smile grew and a blush formed on your cheeks at the feeling of his hand in yours.
His hand was warm as he tugged you along to his room. You got there and he opened the door for you, you carefully stepped into the space and as usual, your feet carried you to the bed. He chuckled as you made yourself comfortable. He loved that his room was a safe space for you, he knew how shy you were around others, and to know how much you trusted him made his heart warm up.
Despite how comfortable you seemed he could tell you were still a little tense. “Are you ok?” he heard your voice ask as you noticed that he was staring. You thought something may have been wrong as he looked at you with furrowed brows and a slight frown. “What? Yeah, no I’m ok. But are you?” he asked and you tilted your head in confusion. “I’m ok,” you told him and he shook his head.
“No, c’mon. I know you too well. You seem tense,” he said and walked over to sit next to you. You looked down at your hands that fiddled with the hem of your dress. You knew you were a bit nervous about wearing what you were. You didn’t know how he or anyone would react or even if they would. His words in the kitchen made you feel like it was a bit over the top. You felt like it might seem like you were trying too hard.
“You can tell me anything, you know you can,” he told you and reached up to push a strand of hair away from your face. He noticed you playing with your fingers and reached down to grab your hand. “Hey, you know you’re safe here, nothing leaves this room you know that,” Colby said encouragingly. You sighed and held his hand a bit tighter. “I guess I just feel silly,” you admitted and he looked at you in confusion. “What do you mean?” he asked. “Wearing this, I just feel a bit silly. You know, maybe it’s too much. I just thought it’d be a nice change you know. Now I just feel like it was a mistake,” you said and turned your gaze away.
The room was silent for a few seconds as he chose how to respond. “It’s definitely not a mistake, and you shouldn’t feel silly for it. I understand what you mean, but it’s not true. It’s not too much, it’s just clothes and you look equally as beautiful in everything you wear,” he told you and you felt your heartbeat speed up. You looked over at him and once again saw the same sincerity in his eyes.
“The fact that you don’t see how beautiful you are, breaks my heart did you know that?” he asked and moved to place a hand on your cheek. You shyly shook your head, “I’m sorry,” you said softly, you didn’t know how you felt affected him as much as it did.
“I didn’t know you felt that way, if I did, I wouldn’t have said anything,” you told him and he frowned. “I don’t care how much it hurts, I want to hear everything you want to tell me. If you hurt, I hurt too,” he said and tears came to your eyes. Your gaze got soft as you looked at him, and before you knew it the three words you never thought you say to him slipped out.
“I love you,” you spoke softly willing your voice not to break. His eyes widened and his hand dropped from your face. You felt your heart drop at the sudden realization of what you had just told him. Immediately you stood up and looked away. “(y/n)-” he tried. “No, no, I’m sorry. I shouldn’t have said anything. I’m just-I’m just gonna go,” you said and quickly made your way to the door.
Before you could walk out, you heard it. “I love you too,” he spoke up. His words made you stop in your tracks. Your breath hitched in your throat, and your cheeks flooded with heat. “You don’t have to say that,” you said quietly without facing him. “I know I don’t but I’d be lying if I said it wasn’t true,” he said and you felt him stand behind you.
He placed a hand on your arm and gently turned you around to face him. “Will you look at me?” he asked softly. You kept your eyes cast downward, too scared to look him in the eyes. “Please,” he said and reached down to grab your hand. You felt his fingers lace with yours and you took a deep breath before looking up at him. He could see the fear glimmering in your eyes.
“I’m just gonna come out and say it,” he said ad took a deep breath. He pulled you away from the door and sat on the couch. He squeezed your hand, his rings were cold against the warmth of your hand and it slightly brought you back to reality. “I don’t want you like a best friend,” he told you and you felt your heart stop. “What?” you asked softly. “I want to love you if you’ll let me,” he told you and your eyes widened.
“That’s what you really want? You want to love me?” you questioned bashfully. He gave you a soft reassuring smile. “Yeah, I do. I’d like to make you mine if that’s what you want,” he told you with a soft tint of red on his cheeks. You slowly nodded your head. “I’ll be yours if that’s what you want,” you said and repeated his earlier words. He smiled brightly and it made your cheeks burn with the blush on your face.
Knowing how shy you were he decided not to push it and so he placed a kiss on your cheek instead. He felt you smile, and it made him melt.
“I have a question,” he told you as he pulled away. “Okay,” you said and timidly locked eyes with him. “Will you be mine?” he asked and your smile widened as you sheepishly looked down at your interlocked hands. You took a second before looking back at him as he patiently waited for your answer. “Yes,” you said.
The look on your face made him melt and he couldn’t resist asking the question.
“Can I kiss you?” he asked and you could’ve sworn he could hear your heart beating. Once again you nodded your head.
He placed one hand on your waist as the other was still laced with yours. Leaning forward he saw your eyes flutter shut and for a few seconds, he admired your red cheeks, pillowy lips, and soft lashes. He gently pressed his lips against yours and the feeling of him so close was like water after a drought. It was like the warmth of a blanket after the first snowfall of winter. It was more than you’d ever thought it would be.
He felt your hand on his face as you held him closer. There was something about you that was so soft and he couldn’t help but want more. He pulled away for a second before placing his lips back on yours. He let go of your hand and gently tugged you as close as possible, ending up with you on his lap.
Your hands moved to his hair, and his moved down to your hips. You sighed as you felt one hand move down to your thigh, your dress had slightly ridden up and so being the gentleman he was he gently reached to tug it back into place. You couldn’t help but smile at the small action and when he felt your smile he pulled away.
Your hands moved to his cheeks as you leaned forward to rest your forehead against his. He could see your blush and it made him smile, “You’re blushing,” he said softly and you shook your head before hiding your face in his neck. He chuckled and held you close. “It’s cute, don’t hide,” he said and turned to kiss your head. He felt you place a kiss on his neck and pull away from him.
“You do know that I’m gonna do whatever I can to keep you blushing like that right?” he asked and you chuckled and shook you’re head. “Why?” you whined a bit. He chuckled again. “Because it’s adorable, and I love it,” he told you and you sighed before covering your face with your hands. “No, no, no, don’t do that. Let me see you,” he said and gently grabbed your hands in his. He pulled your hands away from your face and smiled, “There she is, my beautiful girl,” he said quietly and if it was even possible your blush deepened. “He chuckled softly and kissed your cheeks.
“Yeah, no way am I letting that go away,” he said and you once again hid your face in his neck. You let out a soft giggle which made him hold you tighter.
“I love you, Colby,” he heard you whisper and he smiled. “I love you too (y/n),”
