i am the rose you relinquished again

James Metcalfe Campbell Bower 36 || Actor, Singer & Model The Witch King Unless stated otherwise, none of the gifs or photos used on this blog are mine (at the time of posting, content creators rules allow their media to be used). All credit goes to the respectable owners/creators. If something needs to be credited specifically or taken down, please message me politely and I will do so.

[moonlitdark]

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JCB at his panel at Comic-Con Prague (12/04/25) ✨️

(The eye contact! 😶 😵‍💫)

[jvmiecbcwer]

Jamie would admit that it felt a little surreal to him that he and Alycia were now officially a couple, something that he'd wanted to happen for a while but he never thought would. The fact that she had the same feelings for him that he had for her made him feel like he was on top of the world, and there was a part of him that couldn't help but feel a little sad he hadn't said something sooner. They could have been together for a while now had he just gotten the nerve to put himself out there, to tell her what he was feeling. But that didn't matter now, they were together, and Jamie was going to enjoy every second of it, but he was also going to make sure to make up for lost time, because he wanted to spoil her as her boyfriend, not just her best friend.

They had left Prague after his convention was over, and they were now in the UK, and while he was getting prepared for filming, he still wanted to make sure to make time for him and Alycia to do things together. Even though she had told him that she would be happy staying in the small hotel room with him that the studio had booked, he'd still managed to talk the studio into giving him a little bit of an upgrade and at least getting a suite for them so they had a little more room together. It was a gorgeous room, and Jamie felt pretty lucky that it had a lovely balcony, which was where Alycia was right now, and Jamie couldn't help but smile as he watched her from the room. She was so beautiful, and he couldn't help but feel a little giddy in that moment that she was his.

Walking out to the balcony, Jamie approached Alycia and wrapped his arms around her from behind and dipped his head down to press a kiss against her neck. He looked at the view for a moment, wondering what she'd been watching before he'd gotten there, before speaking. "So, how do you want to spend the day today? I have the whole day to focus on you. Do you want to go explore the city for a little while? Maybe find another haunted adventure? Or do you want to stay in the hotel for a while and go back to bed?" He asked the last part in a more teasing tone than anything, but had she picked going back to bed, Jamie would be all for that, of course, because he couldn't get enough of Alycia, and he was pretty sure she knew that. @alyvas

[ppscal]

I think in comparison to the character you play, yes. I find it's always the way though, the nicest people play the meanest characters. Oh I'm sorry, I hope I didn't press on a nerve. If it counts for anything, I'm very happy you made it through to the other side.

[jvmiecbcwer]

I'd have to agree with you on that because I've met some people that played some right dicks, and they were the most lovely people I've ever met. Though I will say I don't think I can play a villain again for a long while, the headspace to get there is a whole lot. And oh, no, darling, you didn't press on a nerve at all. And thank you, it's good to be on the other side, honestly. I don't miss the old me at all! Though the rumors are you're very nice as well and quite the lovely human, so I'm glad to finally get to chat with you.

[moonlitdark]

📷 JCB | San Sebastian International Film Festival | ✨

[alyvas]

those people don't matter. the only person that matters is you, and you've always treated me like i was the most important thing to you, and that means more to me than you will ever know. you made it very difficult not to fall in love with you, and let me tell you i tried not to. i was afraid i'd get hurt again, and i deprived myself of years of happiness because of that fear. i don't want that fear to define my future or my happiness anymore. i just know that i want you. if you will have me. that future that you see for yourself? i see it too. a beautiful gothic wedding, a couple of blonde haired, blue eyed babies that look just like you. it's very achievable, and i'm so willing to give you that life.

[jvmiecbcwer]

You are the most important thing to me, that's something that's been the case for a while now and something I don't ever see changing either, darling. Is that so? Well, I guess I'm pretty happy to hear I made it hard, and I'm glad that you ended up falling in love with me, even if you tried not to. Which, I'm in love with you too, in case that wasn't obvious. I'm sorry you were so afraid to get hurt again, but I understand because I had a little bit of that fear as well. I want us both to be happy and focus on our happiness together. I want you too, and of course I'll have you if you'll have me, darling. You really want that future? I guess getting older, I've just realized that I want to have that before I'm too old to really enjoy it, you know? You're speaking my language with a gothic wedding, though I'm not sure our kids should look or take after me, since I'm a mess most of the time. But since we both want this, we both want that life together, then we should do this, right? Be together. Officially.

[kendallnicolex]

people assume SO many things about me and i think it's so funny. my sisters and i are all different people but we all get painted with the same brush. i'm super chill and introverted, and i legitimately rarely leave my house when i'm not working. my job is so social that sometimes i just need peace, quiet and my dogs to be my happiest self. what's the biggest thing people get wrong about you? hah, i had so much fun choosing my cookie flavors and people seem to really like them. i can have some of it shipped to you!! well, aside from kourt's but that's because it's her health/wellness inspired and i'm not sure how well it'll preserve in transit.

[jvmiecbcwer]

See, I had a feeling that people assumed a whole lot of shit about you that wasn't true. And you seem so much more chill than your sisters, if I'm honest, so I'm not surprised by that. I feel that with being introverted and chill as well, if I didn't have to leave my house when I'm not working, I wouldn't either. My social battery drains pretty quickly, but I usually have to power through it a lot of the time because I'm always surrounded by people. How many dogs do you have, though? And honestly, most people assume I'm a big partier, that I live the whole Rockstar life still, but I've been sober for many years now and act like an old man. I like to be in bed before 10. I've heard a lot of great feedback about a lot of the cookies, and the flavor you picked seems to be a favorite! But would you? That's sweet of you, darling. Thank you! And that's alright about Kourt's, especially since I've heard mixed reviews about that one, haha.

[stefgagaxo]

Oh my goodness! I'm so flattered. I feel like I should have prefaced all of this by saying that I have a good amount of seats set aside for family and friends and nobody I knew personally had to battle the bots, but thank you for your support, you sweetheart! It's been a tough decision to make to perform in arenas over stadiums, for the most part, but it's meaning a more intimate performance for fans and I think those who get to go will appreciate it. Oh, I love Bowie. Loved Bowie. Will always love Bowie, he's one of my main inspirations even on this album. You have good taste. Sleep Token? I'm not sure I've heard of them, what's your favorite song of of theirs?

[jvmiecbcwer]

Hey, there was no way I was going to miss seeing you live, darling, and I'll admit battling the bots was a little bit fun. I felt like I accomplished something when I got tickets! But you're more than welcome for the support, and I just can't wait to see the show, I know it's going to be amazing. I think it's wonderful that you wanted a more intimate performance, and I know it's just going to be so amazing to be there, to be part of it all. There's no doubt that everyone there will leave being completely pleased by the show that you put on. I'm the same way, and he's one of my biggest inspirations when I make music as well, so I understand. They're a bit of an obscure band that's just now getting popular, and they wear masks because they don't want anyone to know who they are, which is why I think I like them so much. But their song Euclid is probably one of my favorite songs, I even did a cover of it.

[isamerceds-deactivated20250420]

i am accepting this best friend status, obviously. you declared it with such confidence, how could i possibly deny you? best friends it is. i’ll even let you pick the matching bracelets. now… as your official best friend, you know i can’t spill everything about the last of us — not unless you want hbo to come crashing through my window like it's fedra. but i will say this: get your tissues ready. not just a little sniffle, i mean like… full body sobbing, emotionally undone, texting me at 2AM asking why we do this to ourselves. that kind of crying. but also, it's beautiful. heartbreakingly beautiful. you're going to love it. and hate it. and then love it again.

[jvmiecbcwer]

I'm glad that you're accepting this best friend status, because I wasn't going to have it any other way, honestly. So, I'm glad you can't deny me, because I would have been persistent. But I'm so glad we're best friends now, that makes me feel better. We're going to be wearing matching bracelets, though? I didn't realize it was going to be that cool of a friendship. I'm excited and will get to looking right away, darling. I had a feeling you couldn't spill anything, and I wouldn't want HBO to come crashing through your window. What kind of best friend would I be if I let that happen? Damn, I knew I was going to cry a lot. Oh, and you better believe you're getting those 2am texts too, because if I'm going through it, you're going through it with me. But I like heartbreakingly beautiful as well, so it's worth the tears in the end then. I love a show that makes me hate it and love it all in the same breath, so I'm pumped. I still have to watch the new episode, but as soon as I do, be prepared for all the texts.

[adriaarjcna]

Thank you so much, I appreciate it. And don’t worry, your Star Wars fan status is still intact (but I will be following up to make sure you’ve watched Andor soon). I’m honestly so proud of it. Okay, I’m going to be honest… the first role I ever saw you in was The Mortal Instruments. I was obsessed with that movie. You had that perfect mix of brooding and badass, and I totally get why so many people were hooked. Sweeney Todd as your first role though?? That’s insane. Working with Alan Rickman and Helena Bonham Carter straight out the gate? I would’ve been quietly panicking behind every take. Your Stranger Things performance? Bone-chilling in the best way. You completely disappeared into that character, and it’s no wonder people can’t stop talking about you now. It’s funny how those “how did I get here?” moments sneak up on us, but they’re also such a gift.

[jvmiecbcwer]

You're more than welcome, darling, and I'm glad to hear that my Star Wars fan status is still intact. I'll admit that life is a little crazy for me right now, but the moment things slow down, I'm going to watch Andor because I want to see it and see how amazing I know you are in it! You were obsessed with The Mortal Instruments? I was not expecting that, but I love hearing it! And it was such a fun part too, I loved playing Jace so much. But yes, Sweeney Todd was my first role, and I'm still pinching myself a little bit because of it. Oh, I did panic a lot, not to mention getting to work with Tim Burton—like, how was that my life? I still get people to ask me to sing Johanna, which always makes me laugh a little. Now you're just flattering me, darling, but please keep it up because my ego loves to be fed. But honestly, getting to be part of Stranger Things was such a highlight and another thing I feel very lucky for. But I will say I'll not be playing a villain again for a long while. Or, at least, that's what I'm telling myself. They really are a gift, though, aren't they? Especially in this industry. But it's pretty clear you're right where you belong, love. You're so talented, and I'll just say I loved you in Hit Man.

[alyvas]

i don't think you ever have to worry about that. you have always made me feel like a queen when i'm with you, and that's not something i take for granted. after being around so many terrible people who have treated me like shit and like a last option, you've reminded me that there are still decent human beings in the world. i wouldn't care if you showed up in a plastic bag. you look good in everything— or nothing at all. i would be a terrible hype woman if i didn't have confidence in all that you do. it helps that i haven't found a single thing you weren't capable of doing. you are magnificent in so many ways. stop— i love your ears. very nibble worthy. i've been lying to myself for so long about how i felt about you. i felt exactly how you did about our friendship, i would have rather had you as just a friend than not at all, and i see now that i've been depriving myself of happiness. you have always been the person i run to when i'm happy or get good news, but you are also the first person i want to run to when i need comfort. you have, and will always be my person, and i want nothing more than to be with you too. i sit back and i try and envision what my future looks like, and all i see is you, and it's beautiful.

[jvmiecbcwer]

Yeah? I'm happy to hear that I've always made you feel like a queen when you're with me, darling, because that's how you should always feel. Plus, you know how much it pisses me off when I think about all the people that have treated you poorly or haven't treated you like you deserved to be treated. And you should never be made to feel like a last option, you know that, love. Well, I don't think the rest of the world would be ready if I showed up wearing nothing at all, darling, so we'll keep that for your eyes only. You're the best hype woman, there's no doubt about that, and you always make me feel more sure of myself. You love my ears? Though I approve of you thinking they're nibble-worthy, of course. I'd say the same for me, but I've not been lying to myself. I've known what I've felt for you, I just haven't felt like I could tell you because it would ruin things. And that's what I told myself, that I'd rather have you in whatever way I could than not have you at all, so I'd just shut up and take whatever you were willing to give. I just didn't think you saw me as anything more than your friend Jamie, who made you feel better sometimes, you know? But it makes me happy hearing I'm the person you always come to when you're happy or you get good news, and very happy I'm who you come to for comfort. You've been my person for years now, darling, that's something I've known and honestly accepted a while ago. I do the same thing when it comes to my future, and I'll admit I've been thinking about my future and settling down a lot, and you're who I see that with. Until now I just told myself it was an unachievable dream.

[elibpgqh]

i'm just now learning that you're in a band. or were in a band? i actually can't tell if you guys are still together but that's not the point. point is that i think we should get together for a jam session one day. you bring your talent, i'll bring mine and maybe we can cook up something good. @jvmiecbcwer

[jvmiecbcwer]

I was in a band, yes. We're not together anymore, but I have a lot of love and respect for them, and one of my bandmates was my little brother, and he and I still make music together. But I mostly do solo work now. But I'm all for getting together for a jam session one day, mate. It would be an honor, honestly. I have a feeling we'd cook up something really good and blow some people's minds, so I'm here for that.

[alyvas]

i hope you keep that same sentiment the next time i wake you up for some exciting news. i have no sense of time when it comes to these types of things. i always feel the most spoiled with you, i hope you know? never been around a person who whole heartedly puts me first in every situation. it's refreshing. i guess you are in luck then, because there is no one else i'd want on my arm than you. you are the only person who deserves to be. you've always been my biggest support system, even when we're worlds apart. that has meant more to me than you will ever know. i think whatever role you are put into will be among the greatest. while i'll mourn the fact that they didn't make you an elf, i know whatever role you do get you will crush it. baby, you are an elven king. all you need is the pointed ears and you'd never be able to tell. i love you. you've been my best friend for many years. i'd do whatever i could to make sure you were happy, safe, and healthy. i can say with the upmost confidence that it's not out of your reach. i think if there is something you want you should go for it. the outcome might surprise you.

[jvmiecbcwer]

I'll never mind when you wake me up, darling, and it won't matter what time it is either. Plus, I always think it's cute when you do it. I'm glad you feel the most spoiled with me, that's how I want you to feel always when you're with me. I love putting you first in every situation, though, because that's what you deserve. I can't imagine doing anything else, you know? I'm also glad to hear that, and I'll make sure I dress to the nines that night just for you, darling. I'm always going to be your biggest support system, that's something that will never change. Look at you saying things that you know will make me blush, love, but thank you. Your confidence in my abilities makes me feel on top of the world, I hope you know that. I had a feeling you'd say I was an elven king, though, and you're welcome to call me baby more often if you'd like, I like that. It's funny, because I've always hated my ears, so I'm laughing a little at the idea of me having pointy ones. I love you too, you know that, and I'm very thankful to have you as my best friend, darling. I wouldn't know what I'd do without you. Plus, it means the world that you take care of me like you do, especially when sometimes I'm not the best at taking care of myself. It's really not out of my reach? I just don't want to ruin our friendship, you know that. I mean, I guess someone would say we probably ruined it a little by sleeping together like we do, but you know what I mean. I want to be with you, though, if that wasn't obvious, and I'm tired of acting like I don't or keeping you at arm's length.

[ellasummer]

is it true that sweeney todd was your first film? asking because after binge watching the twilight series, i got a little curious about where the cast was these days and somehow ended up on your wiki page. crazy impressive resume, by the way. harry potter films and twilight? nothing like making a name for yourself in two of the biggest film franchises ever. good work, mate. @jvmiecbcwer

[jvmiecbcwer]

Yes, I was freshly 18 when I filmed Sweeney Todd, and it still feels a little crazy that that was my first film. Also, love that you were binge-watching the Twilight series, darling, because sometimes I get in the mood to do that as well. Though I have to ask, are you team Edward or team Jacob? And thank you, love, it's still a little surreal to me that I was able to be part of both franchises if I'm honest. Though to this day I'll say that I was only part of Harry Potter because so many of my mates were working on it, and they just figured why not and gave me a part. And good work, mate, to you as well. Yellowjackets, Fallout, and Sweetpea? Can't get enough of any of those projects, they're brilliant.

[alyvas]

i know you didn't. you never did mind me waking you at all hours for things that made me happy. you were always good to me in that way— and other ways too. i'm quite spoiled when i'm with you. i have a feeling that you will play all of your cards right, and then some. that invite of yours is already signed and sealed. i wish you didn't have to keep it so secret, but i understand it. i'm sure the big reveal will be worth the wait. although, i have a big ol' hunch that elven prince will be the final reveal. it would be such a missed opportunity on their behalf. i mean this with my whole chest when i say there is nowhere else i'd rather be than by your side— for the highs and the lows. i don't want to make you feel uncomfortable, but i'm pretty sure whatever it is that you want isn't as out of reach as you might think.

[jvmiecbcwer]

You're right about never minding you waking me up at all hours for things that made you happy, and I'm always happy to be good to you, which I'm sure you're more than aware of. I'll always spoil you, there's no doubt about that as well, darling. Is that so? I'm glad I'll play all of my cards right and then some. I like hearing that. Plus, I'm pleased that the invite is already mine, I don't think I'd care for anyone else being on your arm after all. Believe me, you're the one person I wish I could tell. I just hope that the big reveal is worth the wait and that you, of course, get what you've wished for. But I agree that it would be a missed opportunity. I look a bit elvish, don't I? Really? I must say I'm glad to hear there's nowhere else you'd rather be than by my side; that means the whole world to me. And the fact that you've been such a support system for me during my lows is something I'll always remember, love. You're not making me feel uncomfortable, it's just, are you sure it's not out of my reach? Because sometimes it feels like it is. Sometimes I feel like it's within reach, and then other times I feel like there's no way I could grasp it.

[moonlitdark]

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His smile ☀️

[jvmiecbcwer]

JCB on stage at Comic-Con Prague - April 12th 2025

[alyvas]

alycia did not hesitate to accept jamie's offer to spend time with him in prague. she would have been lying if she said she hadn't missed him in the wake of his absence. the two had always been very close, not only physically, but emotionally as well. she had been there for jamie through some of the darkest moments of his life, and she did it with a level of love and understanding. she had always cared about him— more than she had realized. their attachment to one another had always gone unspoken. mostly out of fear of rejection or the loss of their friendship. she had been hurt one too many times by those she trusted the most, so keeping jamie at arms length felt like the right thing to do— until now.

something had shifted between the two of them in their most recent text exchange. he had always been his usual, charming self, but there was something else that lingered as well. was it love? maybe. was it lust? definitely. alycia didn't quite know what it was that was brewing between them, all she knew was that she didn't want it to stop. the minute she had landed in pargue he was there to greet her. they had their moment in the airport before he took her back to his hotel. it didn't take them long to fall back into old habits, and before she could unpack they were in bed together.

the two spent her first night in bed, playing catch up and enjoying each other. they had so much time they had to make up for, with all the time in the world to do it. they had to roll out of bed at some point, and there was no better reason than to have a spooky little date with jamie. the two had joked about finding something fun and spooky to do, and being the dark prince that he was he had managed to find them the perfect location. with much hesitation on her end he had finally convinced her to get out of bed and join him in the shower. she could have easily skipped the date to stay in bed with him, but the idea of a spooky castle was too cool to pass up. she had promised him she'd wear one of her many little black dresses, so she pulled on the thin strapped, form fitting short mini dress and paired it with a pair of her favorite flats.

she gave herself a final look in the mirror once she was dressed. she had opted for a subtle, more natural look with her makeup. she never felt the need to wear much about jamie. he always managed to make her feel beautiful with or without it. with one final comb through of her wavy, brown hair, she took his arm so they could be on their way. luckily the location in question wasn't far from the hotel, so she didn't mind walking the short distance. "i bet that's just as beautiful as it is spooky— let's start there." her eyes lit up as she turned to face him. she always had to look up just slightly due to the height difference, and every time she managed to catch his gaze. "i know i sound like a broken record at this point, but i have missed you." she rose to her tip toes long enough to place a gentle kiss against his lips. "i didn't realize how much until i got here, and now i can't imagine being anywhere else."

[jvmiecbcwer]

Ever since Alycia had come into his life, she'd offered a calmness that he would admit that he often chased after. His world was chaotic before her, and more often than not it was chaotic when she wasn't around, and he just felt better when she was near. It's part of why he always missed her when they didn't see each other for a while, and sometimes Jamie couldn't help but wish they didn't have to spend so much time apart. But he knew that bringing up spending more time together, being in each other's space more, would bring up feelings he wasn't sure he was ready to share or feelings he wasn't sure Alycia was ready to hear from him—or wanted to hear from him. Even though he felt it was pretty clear that he was attached to her, he wasn't sure if it was clear just how attached he was to her, and Jamie was content in that because he didn't want to lose her if he felt too much and she didn't feel the same way.

Though he would admit that he'd been dropping little hints recently, mostly because he was tired of hiding how he was feeling. But also because he was 36, and there was a part of him that wanted to settle down and start something with someone that made him happy, made him feel complete, and he knew Alycia could be that person, was probably that person. So he didn't hold back any affection when he greeted her at the airport, not giving a damn who was around to see them, and he wasted no time in taking her back to his hotel and showing her just how much he had missed her. Because worshiping her for hours was something he was well versed in, was something he knew that Alycia loved, and what he knew always brought them closer together.

Even though there was part of him that would have been content to stay in bed with Alycia all day long, especially since they had a lot of time to make up for. The call of having a little spooky fun was there, and he couldn't help but answer it, and he knew that Alycia would be having just as much fun with that as him. Plus, he had spent time doing his research to find the perfect place for them to visit, and he figured that not only were they visiting someplace haunted, but they were visiting a gorgeous gothic castle, and it was something they would both enjoy, something they could both take lots of pictures of. And the moment he saw Alycia in her little black dress, he knew he was going to take lots of pictures of her tonight, because she looked gorgeous, and he made sure to pass those compliments along with a kiss to her cheek. She was breathtaking, though, and sometimes Jamie couldn't help but ask what on earth she saw in him, because she could have anyone.

He was glad for the walk to the castle because the sights around them were gorgeous, and he just liked walking and having Alycia on his arm as well. He smiled when she agreed to go into the most haunted place of the castle, which made Jamie excited, he would admit. "I've been told it's stunning in there, so you're probably right about it being just as beautiful as it is spooky." They would have to take pictures in there for sure, and maybe they would capture a spirit or two. His attention was on Alycia, however, when she turned to him, and he looked down at her with a smile on his face. "I don't mind you sounding like a broken record, darling, since I love hearing that you've missed me. And I've missed you too, love." He smiled against her lips when she kissed him, the smile only growing at her next words. "Same here, you being here made me realize how much I want you around. I'm glad you're here and staying for a while." He couldn't help but shift so he could lift both his hands to cup her cheeks and bring their lips together in another kiss.