My Bungou Stray Dogs s/i lore (and beginning of my and Nikolai's relationship!) I finally got around to finishing it!
CW: dark thoughts, religious imagery, mentions of sa!
A/N: Critisism is welcome!!! I'm still getting comfortable posting, especially about my yumeship. (and NONE of my fics are x reader!! plz dont ask me to make this x reader!!)
Anastasia is a 21-year-old female who grew up in the southwestern part of Russia in a town called Syrskoe (Сырское). Born to an alcoholic mother and a father who ran a church, she grew up confused. Her mother shamed her entire existence growing up, but her father treated her as an angel, and that’s how the town saw her. Ana went to the church almost daily and saw it not only as a place of worship, but as a place of comfort. She was not a nun, and did not plan on it, for she was the town’s angel. Ana spent most of her time cleaning the church and praying, but often, too, listening to the people. Their cries and prayers for hope, love, fertility, hoping for something that she had no control over. She felt responsible. The people since she was born have treated her like their savior, like the thing that will save their very being.
Now, growing up in a world where abilities (powers) exist in plenty of people, when she gained her ability, the town was unsurprised, but suddenly started amping their requests, and sometimes even begging for forgiveness, finding her in the middle of the day simply to put their troubles on this young girl, who they believed to be a real angel sent from heaven. With wings of pure white feathers and remarkable size, and a halo dripping of gold, her father was also very impressed.
Unfortunately, though, as the girl got older, she started seeing weird things with the people of the town, including her father. As she developed, her father grew closer, touchier, but claimed it was all for God, he was just cleansing her for the people. Ana’s mother revered her for it, fighting with not only her father, but her as well. One night, after coming home from a church confessional, Ana was making dinner. Her father comes near and thanks her for being such an angel. It wasn’t unusual; he always praised her. But he talks with venom in his teeth. Tells the girl that she would make a better wife than her mother ever was, which made her freeze. She does nothing, unsure of what to say or do, so she just smiles and thanks him. But he doesn’t stop saying it for the next few nights, which keeps the girl up at night. Cries fill her room at night, and her wings droop with the weight of the world. The town, the people and their problems, her father wanted to marry her and she was confused. So, on the night of her 17th birthday, without thinking, she runs. She runs far. She runs for hours, wherever her feet would take her. Eventually she ends up in the city. And from the city she gets a job. She finds she is clueless; what she knew of that small town is nothing when she is in the city. Here, the men are crude and the women are jealous. Anastasia did not know what to say or think, only silently praying they would get better. Time passes and eventually she has enough money to sneak out of the country. So, at night, she sneaks on a cargo ship headed for Japan. She prays for forgiveness as if something would happen to save her from the life she left.
2-year timeskip!!
Anastasia is 19 when she is found in her small apartment, reading her bible that she was gifted by someone she met along the way. Suddenly, her world goes black and she’s asleep. When she wakes up, she’s in a dark room, dimly lit. It looks like a meeting room, minus the long table and plenty of chairs. The only chair is the one she's sitting in, and the one on the complete opposite side of the room. A man, very clearly not from here, sits in the opposite chair. She was smart enough to know struggling would just make it worse. The man speaks low; a Russian accent spills. She tilts her head, not having heard a Russian accent in so long, she almost forgets to breathe hearing it. But his words are menacing. He wants her to join his organization. It's for the better of the world. Her ability is what they need to achieve their goal.
And so, she joins. The man had a fascination with her. And she soon became an example of what they were called. The Decay of Angels. And eventually, she became a machine. Her whole perspective changed. The world was cruel. People were ruthless and would do anything to please themselves. She started seeing things for what they are rather than a thing to fix, as much as she may pray for them to get better. She learns to use her power to lure and lull, and when she Fyodor helped her reach her full potential? She was sent on a mission. A partner mission, but with someone she had never worked with before. A man, standing 6 feet tall, in clown attire and a card covering his left eye. He is interesting to look at. And he looms, which makes the girl nervous.
Find a man, one who killed a family, and restore peace and order. As Fyodor says, “Man is sinful and foolish... Even if they know it is all an artifice, they cannot help but kill each other. Someone must purify them for those sins.” and I have to agree. To commit crime is to sin, and when you sin, you must repent. If you do not repent? Well, someone must purify you.
The mission went smoothly. She finds that her partner’s name is Nikolai. A Ukrainian man with the personality of an annoying, yet deranged, teenage boy. He was in no way normal, but he claims to be sane. She finds she cannot blame him. But the two make a great pair. Plus, Anastasia doesn’t have to get her hands dirty, meaning she does not need to repent for her sins; she is protecting.
For the next few months, Nikolai and Anastasia go on missions together often. Fyodor says they make it more efficient. But Anastasia thinks otherwise. Although eventually, she finds herself thinking about the theatrical man more often. But she questions herself. She could never feel free again; everything comes at a cost. So why does she become happier whenever he seems to be around?
This continues for another few months before Anastasia realizes she’s fallen in love. And the one she’s fallen in love with? The same man she thought was annoying and complained to Fyodor about constantly. Fyodor had stopped her in the middle of her complaining and questioned her.
“Well, Anastasia, how can you hate a man you so clearly seek attention from?”
Anastasia stopped in her tracks, where she was pacing before, and looks at Fyodor. Then on the floor, silent. Thinking.
“...I do not... Do I really?”
“My dear, you really need to pay more attention,” He sighs, crossing his legs and flipping a page in the book he seemed to be “reading”.
“You are not the only one in this situation.”
“What does that even mean?!” Anastasia shrieks, watching Fyodor smile, not giving any more information. Ana groans and leaves the room, left to sit with her thoughts and the words Fyodor has left her with.
Days later, Nikolai keeps trying to annoy her. But instead of bringing random objects like mice, or bullets, or other random items, she does not want to know where he got them from. No, this time, Nikolai has brought flowers.
Anastasia blinks, staring at the flowers. White lilies. A lump forms in her throat. Those were her favorites. Where did he get them? And why..? Ever since she left the church behind, she never wanted to touch them again, fearing the meaning would haunt her.
“Oh my! Dear dove, are you scared?” Nikolai grins, his eyes dulling as he holds out the flowers in front of her. “Hehe, I never wanted to... But I do like that look on your face. You’re so cute when you don’t know what to say.”
“W... What is this?” She asks. Finally, looking up at Nikolai, slightly flustered yet still frightened.
“A confession, dearest. Must you be so clueless?” He giggles, tilting his head like a puppy.
“Confession... to me?” She asks stupidly.
“Who else?” Nikolai quirks a brow, still holding the lilies.
“Ah... good question. Well...” Ana pauses, staring at the lilies before reaching out to take them, her palms burning as she lays them in her lap, extremely careful.
“How did you know?” she questions.
“There’s a lot I know about you that you’ve never mentioned,” He gives a mischievous grin, “Like how you cry during movies, and you prefer rock but listen to classical to appease everyone else here, and how you fantasize about o-”
“NIKOLAI!!” She screams, covering his mouth with her hands and looking around. She screams again when she feels him lick her palm, retreating it. She winces as if hurt, but clearly, she wasn’t.
“So? Do I need to quiz you like everyone else to get you to admit you’ve fallen in love with little ‘ol me?” He hums, hooking his finger under Ana’s chin and lifting her head to look at him properly.
“Why are you like this...” Ana whines, looking away. When she looks back, she hesitates before shyly responding, “You know I like you.”
“Hehe, prove it.” Nikolai smirks, trying to play games now. He suddenly gets close to her face, bending far to match her short stature. He gets teasingly close, but not close enough.
Nikolai waited with a devious expression for her to grow impatient and finally make the final move. And he learns fast that Ana can be impatient. Because just a moment later she cups his face with both hands and pulls him infinitely closer, slotting her lips into his.
And they live happily ever after! Jk I just got tired and.... probably wont finish this! But give me little snippets in the comments or my asks that you’d like to see me write for me and Nikolai ꒰ ˶• ༝ •˶꒱
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my question for you is... if you and pitch went on a date where would you go?? what food would you get?? what would you wear?? if he got you a gift what would he get for you?? ( ╹ -╹)?
sorry for the uhhh 5 asks in one...
from, Zayne and Rafayels lover (˶ᵔ ᵕ ᵔ˶)
(my tumbler is glitched i can only send anon...??)
Helo... Kiki... 👁👁
If me and Pitch went on a date... I think one of the first places we'd go would be a cafe, perhaps one we're both familiar with for comforts sake. We'd go after sunset due to Pitch's light sensitivity.
Pitch would likely just get a drink, something bittersweet and refreshing. He drinks for enjoyment and sensation since he doesn't really need to consume anything, he sustains himself through others fear. I'd get something sweet of course, something like coconut or vanilla for a drink. I enjoy balance, so I'd get a small savory item to pair with it like a bagel or a small sandwich.
Pitch would wear something long and modest. Perhaps the classic turtleneck + trenchcoat combo (with some slacks and dress shoes). He doesn't really do jewelry anymore, but if he wore something it would be a simple white gold chain to match his eyes. I'd likely wear a simple sweet lolita coord, perhaps one that's tea themed or sweets themed to match the occasion. I'd likely wear a bow with a teacup or sweet on it as well, hair tied in their usual twintails but maybe curled at the ends.
Our first date gifts would be simple. He'd get me roses, pink ones since they're my favorite color. I'd give a sturdy pair of binoculars so he can go bird watching or watch an opera! I headcanon he enjoys both cause he's an old man lol...
Overall the date would be casual but elegant. We're both introverts so we'd probably retire for the night rather quickly... but it would be fun nonetheless ♡
ᥫ᭡. the name of the game - ⋆.ɞ˚ how do you and f/o handle confrontation? does it take a while for you to bring things up or do you prefer speaking about any issues as soon as possible? on the other side, how do you both handle being confronted with an issue? do you get defensive, intentional or not, or are you more open to criticism?
ᥫ᭡. thank you for the music - ⋆.ɞ˚ what is something your f/o does for you that you are grateful for? what is something you do that f/o is thankful for?
ᥫ᭡. take a chance on me - ⋆.ɞ˚ how did you and f/o get together? who made the first move? what was the first date like? how long did it take for you to get together?
@starryskyships
Hi haiiii ( ˶ˆᗜˆ˵ )
Finally getting to all your amazing asks sky mb (((・・;)
ᥫ᭡. the name of the game - ⋆.ɞ˚
I feel like Zayne would bring up issues in the relationship pretty quickly. He doesn’t like confrontation, but he’d rather talk things through than let it sit and build up. If we argued, he’d give me space to cool off first, then come back when things feel calmer.
He handles confrontation pretty well, but he definitely avoids it when he can. He acts open to criticism too, but most of it doesn’t really stick. He’ll listen then quietly keep doing things his own way because he’s pretty set in it as he gets older.
(My little old man (𖦹ᯅ𖦹))
ᥫ᭡. thank you for the music - ⋆.ɞ˚
I am very thankful that zayne takes very good care of me and uses his title as doctor to boss me around only to make sure im healthy _(._.)_
He always reminds me to drink water, take good care of my body and eat well and im very grateful to know he cares!! (((・・;)
Oh and im grateful that I have such a kind husband like... (T^T) Practicing braids on my hair to tie up the younger patients hair it makes me sobbb
I can’t speak for him, but I’d say Zayne is grateful for the simple things like me cooking for us, taking care of the house, and just looking after him in little ways like that. Even though he still pulls his weight and we split things about 50/50, I think he really likes knowing his care gets returned too.
ᥫ᭡. take a chance on me - ⋆.ɞ˚
Me and zayne got together in highschool (´ 3｀)
Our first date wasn’t anything super crazy, but that’s kind of what made it perfect. but he drove me to the peak of the hill that overlooks town so we could gossip and eat snacks as we watched the whole sitting got to sleep as the sunset...
Anyway guyss send me askssss they give me such joy.
How do you and Shoto spend time together? And how would he react to you gifting him a mega plush? (Like the Pokemon ones)
Hi Haiii (,,> ᴗ <,,)
I think since both me and shoto are quite busy we'd spend alot of time just chilling together.
Watching true crime docuseries and thongs after work on the couch while eating and stuff seems like such a cute way to spend time together like one episode a night left on edge to hear the plot twist but having to wait to see eachother seems so cute.
Also if I gave him a mega plush he'd be very straight forward like "where are we going to keep this kiki?" like when Yu was telling him his smile could kill people and he was very concerned (｡T ω T｡)
