love, corey

corinth "corey" brooks | son of eros twenty-five | support - range - bard

[fatedstarfall]

Leonardo wasn't aware of the amount of things that was going around the camp. The corruption, the battle amongst the other pantheons, inner turmoils. All he knew was that the crazy headache he had going on and only one person who was willing to help him through these growing pains. And for that he was eternally grateful for.

With the life he's had, he didn't have the luxury to miss much of what he's left behind. However, it's not like he had the power to hide what his heart truly wanted. All he can think about was how much it reminded him of the Spanish beaches. "It was your job to take care of me. But now that I'm feeling better, it's only fair that I do something for you," he said, a smile in his voice as he sat up, his legs still covered by the sheets. "I'm surprised by it. I'm glad that this is what my heart manifested... or however the hell this room works," he hummed, leaning closer to Corey. "Though, my soul wouldn't have been able to someone like you." His words were lazy, and heavy. Overly sweet like molasses. Yet he said them with ease. "So, what would you like for breakfast?" Leo asked, turning the conversation around like it was a natural segue.

[lovecorey]

"Don't ask me. Not even I know." Corinth admitted while wearing a relieved smile. One day he might learn more of Eros' secrets, but he knew now that his father would always take care of him. Why spoil all this wonder? There were many mysteries best kept... mysteries.

Corey knew Leonardo as a true creative, because of yesterday and where they found themselves now. He was certain most around camp assumed the Room of Desire could only ever be some sex dungeon... when in truth it's possibilities were limitless. Desires weren't always carnal. Coming up with this, Leo was certainly different.

Then there was that undeniable charm. Corey happily rolled with it, his pearly whites now exposed as his gaze pointed down for a fleeting second. "Well I am here now. Maybe next time, you could try wishing for two of me." He nearly purred while turning over to lay on his belly. "Something light like... cereal would do. Especially if we burn one first." Then he squinted up toward Leo. "Don't tell me you're a professional chef too. Mister Talent. I really will get jealous."

[oceanfoams]

SON OF THE SEA "it was real nice, wasn't it? the campfire stories we used to tell... i still think about 'em from time to time." a soft sigh leaves his lips, wondering what kinda mess he'd gotten himself into. he had a nice education goin', lots of friends, and now he was thrust into the great unknown. funny how stuff changes.

"i did, y'know i'll do anything on a dare." a gentle chuckle punctuates the end of a deep exhale, staring out at the rippling waves of the lake. "just felt like... the right thing to do. can't expect me to look away when there's people that need savin'." glancing back toward corey, he smiles. "what about you, big man corinth? why'd you do it?"

[lovecorey]

Corinth offered a nod as he listened. Deep down, he felt a weight drop in his stomach. Here Hunter was, being so noble. Last they'd met, Corey was certain life had been good for his friend. Why leave? All for the sake of others? Strangers?

"I'd... run out of stuff to do back home. 'thought I'd do better taking my chances here. Do something that really matters. Figure out who I am. Rather than become another failed musician in Hollywood or... New York City." Thinking back, saying all of this, he truly had been so naive back then. His world so small. "I had nowhere else to go."

[oceanfoams]

"Professional adventurer, huh. Think it's got a better ring than 'volunteer firefighter', but considering it brought your bestest pal into your life, i'd say its still a summer well spent." Hunter grins, clasping a confident hand on the man's shoulder. It was good seeing Corey like this, but now he had lots of questions.

"You gotta give me the whole rundown, i wanna hear everything." He tugs Corinth down beside him, the view by the lake pretty spectacular. "And boy, do I have a night to tell you about."

[lovecorey]

Corinth's smile turns warm upon reflection of that amazing summer. Where the greatest parts of Colorado mirrored his very soul along side Hunter. "I did wish that summer would last forever." In someways, it was a better time and place than camp. Safe.

"You go first." Corey insisted while getting comfortable at Hunter's side. Not too close, because he still wanted to look at his old friend. To be sure this was truly real. To see each genuine reaction. "You... drank?"

[lovecorey]

[fatedstarfall]

@lovecorey asked for:

24. for a lazy starter . 26. for a domestic starter .

Drinking the Ambrosia was no easy feat, but the recovery that came after it was no stroll in the park either. Fortunately, he had someone offering their company as he slowly got better from the nasty hangover that came with this new step he took in his life. The crisp white sheets of this bed, the rhythmic beating of the waves, and the inviting warmth of the other restrained Leonardo to stay put despite his desire to do otherwise. "I should get up to make us breakfast. It's the least I can do for letting me stay in paradise," Leo hummed as he nudged the other's leg with his own. The room of desire was such a crazy thing, able to manifest this luxurious bungalow by the beach. The man could only wonder what the extent of its powers may be.

[lovecorey]

There were times Corinth felt the itch to rise and leave as well. Go about routine or make himself busy for the great cause. But. Ender had been found. Ender had been saved--as far as Corey understood. For now, just a few hours, he would be at ease. Sharing Eros' room of desire with their newest Godling soon ended his internal conflict. Leo had pictured for himself, for them, a perfect corner of paradise.

Cool sheets and shade, hot sun and the occasional sea salt spray nourished his tan upper half. The thudding waves soothed the godling into a much needed rest at Leo's side. To rise together, see if the ambrosia persisted, and enjoy the star child's true first day at camp. "I thought it was my job to take care of you. Feels wrong; I shouldn't be enjoying myself this much." Cor turned the sheet over and sat up to bury both bare feet in crisp white sand. "I like your kind of desires. This room is really nice. Peaceful."

[roguelunatiic]

leave anyone alone in the place long enough, and they'd probably start cleaning something.

that, or simon's scale of what would be 'normal' behavior was incredibly skewed.

"yeah, well." simon shook his head, then huffed. "dunno what's so special about my face to make it work." did he know why he did it? not exactly. curiosity. boredom. maybe, an interest in someone specific's reaction. amusement, or otherwise. "don't you worry about that, though. me doin something is one sure as fuck way to make sure nobody else does."

[lovecorey]

"Some people just... got it." Corey phrased simply, discarding any particular traits he could have listed very easily.

He chuckles, though he's uncertain if he should be. "You never know, 'could have secret admirers out there. I've always known you to make great choices on the field." Perhaps that observation would be one a godling like Simon would actually appreciate. "Are you gonna work here? I wonder if you can put your own spin on things."

[highfunctioningalcoholic]

"Yessss thank you!" Kit said clapping his hands in agreement. "Finally you get it! Though I wouldn't really say hangry just a bit cranky and pouty? And sleepy...like I get busy I forget to eat then hours later I am wondering why I am so tired until it clicks. Duh, Kit, food gives you energy and you kind of need that to carry on." A small pause then, "Oh, I'm Kit by the way. Probably forgot to mention that bit which was kind of important so you get what I was saying a few seconds ago but yeeaah lead the way fine, sir!" If Kit had known this man for more than a few seconds he would have jumped on his back and pointed off in the direction like the goblin he was. But he didn't so he behaved for now.  Following him with a skip in his step he smiled as he glanced around getting used to how this camp was so different than the one he came from. They all lived so close together while the Celtic's were more spread out across Scotland, the UK and even into Ireland. Sure they met weekly but it felt weird to think that all this power lived so close together. Kit was lost in his thoughts about how often power pissing contests happened here when Corey spoke. "Nice to meet you, Cory, son of Eros-- oh shit I forgot that bit. I'm the son of Nodens. New here as I think I mentioned..." glancing down at his burrito he smiled and added, "and this here is a vegan buffalo chicken burrito made it cauliflower instead of chicken. I'm not vegan I think I was just stoned when I bought it...it's not bad though just tastes nothing like the real thing, you know?"

[lovecorey]

It was nice, more than nice, to be in the presence of a regular chatterbox. Corey felt like he could coast and just listen, rather than carry the conversation. Though long winded, dripping in foreign accent, Corey followed Kit's logic easily enough. The child of Eros' eyes widened at Kit's confession. A divine child from a different Pantheon, he'd yet to speak to one. "Nodens... and they are?" He questioned, positively fascinated. "I've never had the chance to know a godling from a different... family. Is family the right word?"

"Wherever you're from, they sent the right guy; a fellow stoner." He laughed, embarrassed by his own cheesy line while leading Kit up the stair. Opening the door, he welcomed Kit inside. Mi casa es su casa energy. "Food or weed. Drinks and kisses. A nice napping spot? My cabin's got you covered."

[duckandash]

"What good would lying do? Other than giving you reason not to trust me if it ever came out?" Axel shrugged, giving a small lopsided grin and flopping his hands at his side. "Despite the evidence here, I'd rather you actually like me. You're a great fuckin' guy and I like to think we made one hell of a dynamic duo out in that park dealing with those... brain-controlled cannibal cultists or whatever." He just needed to get better at this ‘talking to people’ thing, eventually. 

All the previous worries and such were pushed away at the idea of getting to show off a little. “Oh yeah, my portals take friends.” Axel's smile grew bright and wide, more than happy to bring his hands up and make another break in interdimensional space that led directly in front of the Eros cabin. “One first-class trip for a first-class demigod. Make sure all trays are stowed and you've claimed all personal belongings before passing through. And don't forget to tip your waitress.” 

The last one didn't make any sense but he was feeling a extra goofy in that moment.

[lovecorey]

Corinth listened to Axel intently. Though, after a moment, felt himself smile and then gently laugh. "Axel, I do like you. As far as I'm concerned we're already friends. Making the same sacrifices, taking the same risks. Some mindless flattery just get's a few godlings further for me." With that aside, Corey felt his grin toward the other grow bolder. Self assured, he admits, "That night... I hadn't felt true power til then. Do you think it'll be written about?"

For what felt like the first time, Corey saw some of Axel's confidence on full display. Axel had learned such complex spell work, this quickly? The son of Eros couldn't fully wrap his mind around this magic, but admired Axel just the same for possessing such gifts. "Oh, there's that flattery--and not such a bad roleplay either." Corinth purred, dark eyes sparkling before he stepped through the portal toward home.

[oceanfoams]

hunter was content to lay there for a while longer, until a familiar voice cuts through the serenity of the lakeside. "corinth brooks, as i live and breathe!" the son of poseidon hops to his feet, capturing his old friend in a tight hug, lifting him up rather easily.

"what're you doin' here? what're the chances?" it was exciting enough being a godling, even more so now that he had a friend here! "i haven't seen you in a long time, you got big! been hitting the gym?"

[lovecorey]

He went part breathless at the sudden embrace, laughing just the same as he returned it with a brace around his friend's shoulders. Rio and now this... Taking a stiff breath, he rights himself and beams toward Hunter as they carry on.

"'same as you, I assume, unless you really are driftwood." Cor felt at ease being back in Hunter's presence. A human who radiated a charm similar to himself. Was it obvious then that he would be one of them? "I'm a professional adventurer now, but still mostly just hanging out. Divinity; it has its perks."

[fatedstarfall]

Leonardo was definitely way too distracted by the blaring speakers to have heard the first few words that came out of the strangers mouth, because if he had he would have offered him what little he had from his stash. Still, when he finally noticed the bright-haired man holding back his need to move, Leo couldn't help but sport a cocky grin.

"You got it, Ruby," Leonardo said, this time into the mic. His accent had now become noticeable, amplified through his system. It was odd to say the least. People can easily tell that it was a London accent in origin, a mix already on its own already, but clearly there was something more with how it blended differently. And at times, abruptly changed with certain words. "Anything for a new fan~" the man teased.

"You're all right, man! Come as close as you need to. Can even come up if you'd like. Unless you're keen on the lights." Clearly his excitement was getting the better of him as the cockney accent was poking through.

[lovecorey]

The performer was killing it, demanding the humble camp audience to crowd and commanding their full attention. By music alone, and yes the lights, but when his voice boomed through the mic Corey admittedly felt... chills. Like any good American, he was weak for a foreign accent. Also, a fucking good time. It seemed the newcomer had all of that and so much more to offer.

Corey's legs were carrying him up the steps the moment he was granted permission. Before he could second guess, hesitate, which he hated to do. Standing on the other side of those spinning lights, more in the dark beside this set up and person, Cor could take a breath he had unconsciously held in.

"Thanks!" He genuinely smiled, excitement evident in his dark brown eyes. For a moment, Corey just stood in place. His grin faded slightly while his gaze focused on the other's work, choices, movements. He was fascinated by all the mechanics and how rib shaking the sound was.

"Can we expect this kinda show every night?" He teased, pure smile returning along with his attention on the artist himself.

[deathscn]

☠️ ⋅𓂃 ࣪ for the son of eros ≻ location ; hades cabin / @lovecorey

               this was a long time coming. they needed a good old fashion slumber party. to just feel young again, and enjoy all the junk food, candy, and some cute or scary movies, depending on the vibe. he set everything up in his living room, pillows everywhere, blankets around. the fire was low, wanting the temperature in the cabin to be on the cooler side. he turned the tv on, and grabbed the different movies he was holding. he turned to the son of eros and he grinned. " okay, so–– what are we feeling, something cute and funny, or feeling a little scary? " he asked. " i'd be down for either, but i will say i'm craving a horror film, but up to you. "

[lovecorey]

Corinth lounged in his summer pj's. Shorts and a tank, which would show off his fit thighs and arms, but the former were neatly tucked under a soft blanket for warmth. The ambience and temperature was just right, plus his beloved company, this was a slice of heaven. A mode for the room of desire Cor would have to include later. Already snacking on a small handful of M&M's, Corey reclined and appeared truly satisfied.

"I say scary. This can be our own Summerween party." He winked and smirked, molars showing. "I've got some cult favorites, but... they're more on the campy side. Sleepy Hollow, Thirteen Ghosts, The Craft... nothing too hardcore.

'feel like you'd enjoy something more fucked up." Corey teased and reached for Winter's foot in an attempt to tickle. "Maybe we should pick one that gives me nightmares."

[strickslaw-deactivated20251226]

seeing someone standing before him, luca reached forward, taking the drink from the other godlings hand, giving him a soft smile. "thank you. you didn't have to do that." he really wasn't used to people being so nice to him right off the bat, he had growing up in children's homes to thank for that. so he really was thankful for the others little offering. "i'm luca," he introduced himself, bringing the drink to his lips and taking a sip, savoring the taste of the soft drink on his lips and tongue. "mm, that's actually pretty good, gotta admit."

[lovecorey]

"'glad it wasn't terrible." Corinth snorted to himself before shaking his head. "Luca, alright. I'm Corey."

A comfortable grin spread on his face, somewhat lopsided, while the red head gave Luca's set up a once over. "I didn't want to interrupt your reflection time, but hope you can feel welcome around here. ... Can I ask, how are you doing so far?"

[oceanfoams]

The warm suns beams down on his bare torso as he lays out by the lake, enjoying the peace and quiet while he's still got it. Fresh off of the effects of his ambrosia, Hunter knew he'd have to go out and socialize eventually; for now, though, he'd indulge in some solitude. Every passing hour left him further and further from the discomfort of the night before, n' he felt pretty good about his trajectory.

With a sigh, he lays back, soaking in the quiet while he still could.

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[lovecorey]

"Huh." Corey huffed to announce himself. Hands on hips, he'd wandered over to the familiar shoreline. To check on this spread body out of concern. Only to find... "Did you literally wash up here or what, Hunter?"

The moment he breathed the others name, his own farce was up. A sunshine-level glowing grin spread across his tan face. He had to process this rare sight. It wasn't some strange dream? "... I can't believe it."

[roguelunatiic]

maybe, he was helping set up the bar, since he was offered a spot for himself to run some shit. maybe, he had some connections he could lean on and be leaned on with. maybe, he was just in a good fucking mood for once.

but none of those explained the brown caterpillar that'd crawled over his upper lip, following its curve, and taking a rest.

simon had a (well-shaped!) mustache. and it was gonna be everyone's problem. or at least, the problem of those he'd run into while hefting shit to the bar as it's worked on.

[lovecorey]

Cor found a lone stool to sit at the far end of the bare establishment. Kept out of the way of traffic. Tasks soon found him, he polished the dust off a set of highball glasses while Simon did the heavy lifting. Corey had no interest in employment but would certainly be a regular guest at the camps much needed communal bar.

"I see the bar isn't the only new addition this week." He gave a satisfied snort. "'you can really pull off a flavor savor. 'takes a special face, so I hope the other guys don't feel inspired."

[highfunctioningalcoholic]

"Hey hey heeeeyyy!" Kit called out waving down the first person he saw. Hands were flying about waving wildly as if he was one of those inflatable noodle men that car lots used. "Excuuuuuse me!" If he had to chase the other down he would. "Look I'm new here and I just need to know if you have a microwave for my burrito!" Because once again Kit missed out on the dinning hall's dinner and his own cabin was dusty and Kit hadn't managed to find out if the electricity worked yet or not... first burrito then electricity.

[lovecorey]

A new face, but mostly so much hair came skip-jumping over. No matter what Corinth had focused on before, this stranger's approach had his full attention. Brows raised initially and he showed a smile while taking glances between the other's eager face and the burrito they held. "Totally get it. 'wouldn't want an upbeat guy like you getting hangry."

He beaconed the other forward with his hand and turned for them to follow. "You can use my microwave and whatever else. I'm at Eros cabin just there. 'name's Corey." His gaze pointed at the burrito once more. "That's a beast. What you got in there?"

[fatedstarfall]

It felt like he was still on some bad trip and he was trying to orient himself. How the hell did I get here, Leonardo asked himself once more before he felt like the buzz from the night before finally started to wear off. Which was a not a good condition to be under when some fairy tale looking folk presented him with some magical juice. It was pretty, no doubt, but there was a moment he thought he was going to hurl. However, Leo's had a lot of experiences with the night after some bender. So, he offered a smile to the people and bowed at them, thinking that would be some tradition between them, before asking to drink this on another day. Fortunately, they were gracious enough to grant him some time before finally escorting him to his new home. "My new home? You could have just presented this and I would have said yes."

After some sleep, Leonardo finally felt in better spirits. The man didn't bring too much, the packing was actually rather quick when he received the call, but one of the few things he had to make sure he did bring was his deck and set up. That was the first thing he put up when he came to. And although he didn't know what time it was. It was dark in his home, so it could have been morning or night for all he knew, but regardless, Leo was gonna bump his music. The man was in a world of his own that he didn't even notice the other already inside the cabin. Either way he smiled with raised hands over his head. "Whats up!" He cheered lowering the music a bit. "What are we feeling, new friend? Some house, trance, techno, dance-pop? I can play some other stuff too."

[lovecorey]

"I am not high enough for this." Corinth muttered to himself, tone dripping with disappointment. Arms folded over his chest, he put weight on one hip while watching and listening to this new talent. Head nodded at times, foot itched to shuffle across the dirt, but his eyes remained open with awe. This was the best live performance the small town godling had ever experienced. A sad fact, but he was enjoying this.

"Oh... trance for later." He gave a small snort, delighted to learn that the new guy was taking requests. Cor hesitated, the artist was in the zone so would it really be right to interrupt? Maybe he wanted to make the small crowd forming happy too. "Stick with the house, I like this."

Corey encouraged, before moving closer. "Can I... watch? I've never seen a set up like this up close."

[lovecorey]