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cowmouflaging:

“ Frumpkin. ” Vax repeated with a smile, hands gentle as he continued to pet the cat. “ A nice name, for a nice cat. ” Another scritch before he set the cat down near the man. “ Call me Vax. I’d keep an eye on your cat, friend. A bear is known to wander these streets. ” His tone was amused, more a tease than any threat. Even if Trinket happened upon the cat, Vax was fairly sure the tiny creature would be scene more as a toy than a meal. “ Forgive my manners. I’ve gotten your cat’s name, but not yours. I’m fairly familiar with the people around here, but I haven’t seen you before. ” Even under the grime, he was sure he’d remember such a face.

while caleb is immediately suspicious of any stranger , the way vax treats frumpkin eases his anxieties somewhat . it's foolish , but he can't help trusting others on account of their animal - handling . mama had always said --

nevermind . what was that about a bear ?

" -- oh , it's , er -- caleb . " that name has been doing him well , lately . and he didn't use it on the way into town , so it's probably fine . " what did you say about a wandering bear ? "

#cowmouflaging #&& watching tomorrow with one eye ; keeping the other on yesterday . ( VOX MACHINA. )#&& saved for later . ( QUEUE. )

stardrow:

[ sms –– Dunamis Initiate ] Written like a man who does not think I will remember these transgressions in explicit detail. [ sms –– Dunamis Initiate ] Or like one who does. Clever, professor. [ sms –– Dunamis Initiate ] Unfortunately, I have a meeting to attend. I will leave you to think on your sins. [ sms –– Dunamis Initiate ] I love you. Try to take care of yourself, please.

[ sms –– Essek Thelyss ] Oh , I assure you -- if there is one thing I trust, it is your memory . [ sms –– Essek Thelyss ] I love you too , Essek . I hope everything goes well with your mother . As well as it can , anyway . [ sms –– Essek Thelyss ] I will be there for you either way .

#stardrow #&& where the road leads ; i will go . ( MODERN. )#my love for these two.............endless #&& saved for later . ( QUEUE. )#&& ( THREAD END. )

shalizeh7

#&& he never knew love again . ( MUSINGS. )#&& familiar . like my mirror years ago . ( ESSEK. )#WEEPS

bonescribes-a

( my shadow grows in that stark light . )

( please don’t let me shine . )

indie mumu // scribed by bones .

#( mobile. )#friendly reminder that u can find me and my cr oc here !!!!

solaier:

it takes far more than a harsh comment to wave aurora off , especially when there’s danger involved . “ it was , but i’ll give you a pass . ” he’s certainly not the surliest passenger they’ve ever had . it’s a certain privilege , to have a family such as hers . aurora has never known the heartbreak of abandonment , has never been on her own . they’ve killed dragons , been hired by kings , gone to lands forgotten by time . her entire life has been an adventure , and she’s never been as sure of anything as she is of the people on this ship . “ we may be ignorant , ” she says as she looks out at her people , “ but you are too . ” sure , they’ll drop him where he wants to go and leave with no qualms . or , this could be the start of something much better than what he’s running from . “ you do not know us , or what we have done . accepting help is the very reason every person on this ship is still alive , we must rely on one another or we’d surely drown . ” she wouldn’t , of course , but it’s a good lesson regardless .

it's simply an impossibility . so certain is caleb of this fact that he hardly hears aurora's words . it's pointless . allowing this crew to help is to invite death upon them , and he has enough blood on his hands . chasing ikithon is a fool's errand ; he has no intention of even attempting -- though a more wicked part of the wizard wishes desperately to see the man pay for what he's done tenfold .

no , caleb has other ideas . getting revenge may be impossible , but penance is not out of reach .

" some things are better off left alone , " answers the wizard quietly . " where i'm going is more important , right now , i think . "

or so he says , but what's behind him still weighs caleb down , sloping his shoulders and bowing his head .

#solaier #take ur own advice herr widogast #&& like the roots of old trees . ( MAIN VERSE. )#&& saved for later . ( QUEUE. )

everlightblessing

REDEMPTION, HEALING, AND TEMPERANCE… ft. muses from critical role, mcu, dc, disney & more (personals don’t reblog)

#&& witness them . ( PROMO. )

@stardrow said : “ shh. shh. i promise i’ll stay right here. ”

it's been a weird past couple of hours . yesterday , this was nothing more than a meagre cold . today , it's been steadily getting worse and worse . as his fever spikes , caleb's grip on reality loosens -- a feeling that , in and of itself , places horrid memories in his hands . it's a little too easy to get lost in them . the bed feels like his old cot . the dark walls are white , until he blinks .

it's childish , and perhaps he'll feel ashamed when his fever goes down , but when essek comes to his room to check on him , he pleads for him to stay . only with essek nearby does caleb finally manage to ease himself into a somewhat restful sleep .

until hours later when nightmares -- memories of cold rooms , cold people , of saying nothing , being nothing -- bring him shooting up , coughing uncontrollably as his vision swims . a hand enters his vision , and caleb jolts , a desperate fear moving him before he can even consider why . frantically , he pushes himself to the opposite side of the bed .

" nein , nein , nein -- "

then he remembers . he looks at the hand . a deep purple . soft . gentle . not the pale , yellow - ish hand of his master .

it's essek . essek , who has so kindly taken care of him . still at his bedside , just like he promised .

" gods . . . "

despite the nausea growing in his stomach , and despite the dizziness , and despite the . . . well , everything -- caleb takes the other wizard's hand , and pulls himself close . his breath escapes in frantic shudders , until slowly , it begins to ease .

" i'm sorry , " mutters caleb , though he refuses to release the drow . " thank you . ich liebe dich . "

#stardrow #ooP THIS GOT LONG #anyway i would die for them #&& like the roots of old trees . ( MAIN VERSE. )#&& saved for later . ( QUEUE. )

holyisthenameofmyruthlessaxe

Glass, Irony & God, ‘The Fall of Rome: A Traveller’s Guide’ by Anne Carson

[ID: I am talking about evil. It blooms. / It eats. / It grins.]

#&& he never knew love again . ( MUSINGS. )

officialmcelroy

#&& he never knew love again . ( MUSINGS. )#WHEEZE

whumpbox

fever prompts send a sentence, get a drabble.

“ let me feel your forehead. ”

“ you’re a little mixed up right now. ”

“ do you need any help? ”

“ i’ll get you a damp cloth. ”

“ that wasn’t even a sentence. ”

“ get away from me! ”

“ look at you, you’re sweating bullets. ”

“ i’m burning up. ”

“ shh, it’s alright. your mind’s just playing tricks on you. ”

“ don’t move. i’m going to get your bath ready. ”

“ that’s the fever talking, not you. ”

“ you rest while i grab more blankets. ”

“ you don’t look well. ”

“ shh. shh. i promise i’ll stay right here. ”

“ i don’t need medicine.”

“ you almost fell over! ”

“ it was a dream, that’s all, a dream. ”

“ please put on the sweater. ”

“ one hundred and two. get back in bed. ”

“ it’s me, it’s me! stop! ”

“ you need to lie down before you hurt yourself. ”

“ i can’t believe you’re still standing. ”

“ are you cold or is it me? ”

“ i think i need to lie down. ”

“ let’s see what the thermometer says. ”

#&& ( PROMPT. )

stardrow:

@herzessen sent : 💤❗ uwu

Essek was walking. For crimes of his magnitude, the Dynasty didn’t just have the criminals transported out of range of a Beacon, they had them walk the whole way there. The path was lined with civilians, allowed to jeer as they pleased. His mother wasn’t even there. Verin was; crying, and shaking his head. He was sad to lose Essek, but deeply betrayed by what he’d become. Caleb’s gaze was composed. This was what should be done, and it was finally happening.

Just let me do one good thing, and accept this, Essek thought.

But when he reached his destination, his fear overtook him against his will, as though he were possessed by it. He tried to run. The crowd responded with aggressive derision. His mother was suddenly there, looking furious. Caleb walked away, disappointed. The guards had to hold Essek down as he struggled. The blade swept towards his neck-

Suddenly, the grip on his arm gave way as he whipped around, coming awake with a jolt. Caleb was beside his bed. He felt a brief moment of confusion before his brain realigned with reality, and he remembered he was in the Tower. There were tears running down his cheeks as he shook. He wanted to hide his face, but that would reveal his state even more. Instead, he ran a hand through his hair.

“I’m sorry,” he said, throat hoarse, “Did I wake anyone else?”

there's something so utterly wrong about seeing essek's skin stained with tear tracks . the ever - logical portion of caleb's brain reminds him that crying is normal , and the drow undoubtedly has at least a few times in his many years of life , and yet another part of him can't accept it . it's wrong , his heart tells him , for essek to cry .

before he can even realize it , caleb is reaching out to wipe essek's cheeks .

" no . i was already awake . " a pause -- caleb draws his hand back and glances off , considering his words . " when i , um -- when i have nightmares , i sometimes . . . am not so , er , sociable ? i can leave , if you would prefer . "

another pause . the wizard twists his fingers together idly ; nervously .

" -- or i can stay . "

#stardrow #i hope u dont mind me responding to this i was just Emotional u know #&& like the roots of old trees . ( MAIN VERSE. )#&& saved for later . ( QUEUE. )

proelio-procusi-ar:

Molly understood Caleb’s view but that didn’t mean it would be any better for the tiefling. “Seeing the cleric means If I need anymore healing we have some help though.” He also knew from rumors it might not be an easy trip but they didn’t have too many options.

“Thank you.” His hands reached into the multi color coat he had worked to add to for a long time. He had new things he wanted to add but the timing never seemed right. He pulled his cards free, glad to see they were free from blood. He could probably spend time sketching new designs but right now he just wanted to feel them in his fingers, to anchor himself in some way.

“Would you indulge me and let me give you a reading. I know you don’t believe in these things but it would be interesting to see what you pull.”

@proelio-procusi //

caleb sighs . it's hard to explain his negativity towards the cards . truthfully , he doesn't entirely understand it himself . the excuse -- though it isn't a lie , on his part -- is that card readings are nonsensical , and reading into randomness is a pointless endeavor . in his opinion , anyhow . he knows , though , that there's a deeper reason for his aversion . he doesn't look too closely at those feelings , but a part of caleb is afraid that there could be some truth to the cards -- and what they might be telling him , if there is .

with a sigh , the wizard leans back in the chair and nods his head . much as he would love to deny mollymauk , the guilt that has yet to stop eating at him stops the rejection in his throat .

" ja . . . okay . "

#proelio-procusi #&& like the roots of old trees . ( MAIN VERSE. )#&& saved for later . ( QUEUE. )

stardrow:

He was bowled over by Caleb’s initial words, at the thought that there was a chance the other could love him as much as Essek loved him, despite what he’d done. The smile was beautiful. Essek noted, factually, that he was the cause of this happiness, but he couldn’t register it.

‘She may not though.’

Essek nodded, numbly, one eyebrow quirked. Yes, there was a good chance he was thoroughly in for it. At the latter statement, his expression turned solemn and practical.

❝ Yes, of course, ❞ he said, idly caressing Caleb’s cheek, ❝ You would not want to deny a condemned man his final comforts. ❞

He was already moving forward with the last sentence. This kiss began reverently, clasping the other man’s face as though he were fragile, before deepening to catch his mouth, again and again. Afterwards, he shook his head,leaving the playful tone to again bare his emotions. It was becoming easier to drop his shields with Caleb the more that he did it.

❝ I… do not know what I have done to deserve such care, but know that it is returned, tenfold, ❞ he said, brushing Caleb’s hair back from his face, ❝ You have thoroughly impressed yourself on my heart, Widogast. ❞

caleb had noticed it even upon their first meeting -- that essek has a way of drawing him in . it's so very difficult to pull himself away once their eyes have met , and for so long has pulling away been his only option . now , though , he can drink in the sight of him . slowly . ardently . his hand tentatively rises to settle over essek's , whose palm is blissfully warm against his cheek . this is indulgence , pure and simple , but caleb can't stop himself .

then , their lips meet , and caleb feels suddenly deprived . as though his whole life has been leading up to this , and every moment thus far not spent kissing essek has been missing something essential . his lips are uniquely enchanting . he could stay like this forever , probably .

as they drift apart , caleb's hands fall and settle -- one upon essek's shoulder , and the other comfortably against his waist . he feels warm ; his heart feels warm . he isn't worthy of this , but he couldn't possibly give it up now .

" i could say the same to you , thelyss . " and that smile is back , small and gentle , before it falls away with his next words . " if we're being honest , i was -- scared . i . . . suppose i still am . if something happens , i - i don't want to lose you . i don't want to hurt you . "

#stardrow #&& like the roots of old trees . ( MAIN VERSE. )#&& saved for later . ( QUEUE. )

proelio-procusi:

“I know, and you are amazingly smart. You’ll get there just fine after a good meal.” Veth spoke holding out the food and drink for the other to take. She often thought Caleb worked to hard but telling him to do less wasn’t the answer. Instead she wanted to help and make his life easier, at least a little bit.

caleb offers her a small , weary smile . tempted though he is , he doesn't fight her offering . veth has already gone through the trouble of bringing this to him ; it would be terribly unkind to squander her efforts . ( he wonders if she planned it that way -- went through enough effort for him to be too ingratiated to deny her . )

" you are too kind to me , veth the brave . will you share this meal with me ? "

#proelio-procusi #&& like the roots of old trees . ( MAIN VERSE. )#&& saved for later . ( QUEUE. )

@proelio-procusi said : muses are forced to share a bed -from molly

realistically , there's no reason to be nervous about this . they've been travelling together now , sleeping in close quarters many nights , for a considerable amount of time . there's no reason to be nervous about that . and yet , here he is , staring at the single bed in their shared room and not moving an inch .

why is this bothering him , anyway ? he's probably woken every member of the nein at least a few times with his nightmares . it's embarrassing , and he doesn't like being so vulnerable around them , but it's not exactly abnormal , at this point .

maybe it's because molly is so --

nope . move on , widogast .

" you are okay with this ? really ? i can always sleep on the floor . "

#proelio-procusi #let us proceed with the bisexual panic #&& like the roots of old trees . ( MAIN VERSE. )#&& saved for later . ( QUEUE. )

rpmemestbh

Drinking starters

as requested by @ambitionbled (it won’t let me tag you, sorry!)

CONCERN.

❝How much have you had to drink?❞

❝You could have fucking alcohol poisoning!❞

❝Easy, there. Try to sit up.❞

❝I think I might’ve overdone it on the alcohol…❞

❝We’ve got to go get your stomach pumped.❞

❝I thought you said you were clean!❞

❝Yes, it is a big deal.❞

❝Let me drive you home.❞

❝You are NOT driving like this!❞

❝You are gonna have one hell of a hangover tomorrow.❞

❝Drinking until you puke is not normal.❞

DRUNK.

❝Is this real life?❞

❝I want to go to sleep but I can’t find any sheep.❞

❝How do you show fish affection?❞

❝Taco Bell is open 24 hours, right?❞

❝Tequila is not my friend? YOU’RE not my friend.❞

❝Drunk I am not.❞

-glasses on head- ❝Where did I put my glasses?❞

❝How do I tell my parents I’m a mermaid?❞

❝I’m not even tired.❞

❝I should call my ex.❞

❝I’m not drunk enough for this.❞

❝Does playing Mario Kart drunk count as drunk driving?❞

-hugging the floor- ❝I’m trying to stop the floor from spinning.❞

❝Can we go out for fried chicken?❞

ANGST.

❝What’s the fucking point anymore?❞

❝Screw recovery. I want a drink.❞

❝I’m too sober for this shit.❞

❝I don’t give a shit what you think.❞

❝I seriously don’t feel too good.❞

❝I didn’t even have that much to drink.❞

❝Will you stop fucking interrogating me?❞

❝I can drive. I’m fine.❞

❝There’s a reason I drink so much.❞

❝You’re the reason I drink so much.❞

❝I’m only happy when I’m drunk.❞

FLUFF/FUN.

❝You’re cute, you know that?❞

❝You wanna get wasted?❞

❝I’m bar-hopping tonight, wanna come?❞

❝What are you drinking, and why aren’t you sharing?❞

❝I’m having a party for two.❞

❝You’re so hot.❞

❝I’m usually too chicken-shit to say this, but…I really like you.❞

❝I don’t want to kiss you with your alcohol breath.❞

*kisses on forehead*

*kisses on cheek*

*kisses on lips*

#&& ( PROMPT. )

herzessen

I COPE SMOTHERED IN SMOKE . ( dehydrate my soul . )

I’VE MET MURDERING FOLK . ( they took our innocent home . )

scribed by bones . ( cr. )

#&& saved for later . ( QUEUE. )#queueing this up while my dash is dead af bc evidently i need more moots

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