Luciano di Soriano

[maneosoobin]

changminmaneo​:

[...]

Finally bringing himself to let go, Changmin stepped back from the hug and scratched the back of his head nervously, the alcohol in his system was never particularly helpful on the anxiety front. He wasn’t even sure why his anxiety was acting up, but these sort of things never made much sense. “You don’t have much to wrap up do you? I just.. I want to go as soon as possible. The sounds of the river are calming.”

Luci nodded in understanding as he listened to his little brother speak. He knew that Changmin was still a bit hesitant with showing his emotions to just anybody. Heck, it took him and his family quite some time to gain Changmin’s trust. “It’s okay, you don’t have to talk about it if you don’t want to and it’s late anyway. There’s bound to be a few couples here and there but I bet we could find a secluded spot,” Luci smiled, “Then you can scream and cry all that you want.”

The werewolf pulled Changmin inside the warmth of the studio for a moment as he gathered all the materials they might need for the picnic. “This will just be quick, don’t worry,” Luci assured Changmin and ruffled his hair playfully. “I’ll just clean the paintbrushes I was using and then grab a blanket then we’ll be on our way.” 

As he passed by the comfort room, his eyes were caught by the first aid kit still sitting on the counter. It was at that moment when Luci’s eyes drifted to check Changmin’s condition. It’s not uncommon for the younger man to call him after a fight and he wouldn’t admit it out loud but Luci still gets scared whenever the younger one does. He fears that one day, he’ll receive a call and be a second too late from protecting his brother. After all, losing his family was Luci’s greatest fear. “Are you hurt anywhere?” he asked as he worked the last bits of paint off of the brushes. “If you are, you need to tell me so hyung could help okay?”

Luci left the brushes to dry by the kitchen sink and grabbed the canvas bag with the picnic essentials on it, he threw in the first aid kit in there just to be sure. “Are you ready to go?” he asked, offering his hand for Changmin to take.

[xvshinki-moved]

the not-so-secret catboy

[maneosoobin]

changminmaneo​:

[....]

“Is there any way we could do both? Just.. Go somewhere pretty and calming and cuddle and talk for a while? We can talk about anything you want, I don’t mind…”

Luci immediately engulfed his younger brother in an embrace as soon as Changmin was close enough for him to reach. He knew that Changmin still struggled over his past and all that Luci could do was to support him and give him all the love his despicable parents had deprived him of. He was just glad that Changmin chose to stumble into their home that night, glad that his younger brother trusted them enough to see his vulnerabilities.

“Of course we can!” Luci offered as his hands comfortingly rubbed the other’s back. “We can go to the Han River if you want. I’m sure there’s still a convenience store open by the river and we could have a picnic.” Pulling away from the hug so he could look at his brother’s face, Luci wiped the strands of hair away from Changmin’s forehead. “Or if you’re not up for being in public, we could just stay inside and cuddle.”

Luciano smiled down at his brother and pulled him in his arms again, “If you want to talk about it, I’m just here to listen okay? Hyung is always here for you.”

[maneosoobin]

@changminmaneo​

there are days where luci finds himself locked up in his studio to rush a commissioned painting or even a piece for an exhibit that a museum curator asked him to do. during those days, the man would be hard to get a hold of. the only people who could break him out of it would be his father and of course his siblings. just one message from them and he’d drop the paint brush and rush over to them

the ancient grandfather clock that was left in his studio by the former owner chimed, signalling the change of the day and at the same time, luciano’s phone lit up and he saw a few messages from his brother, changmin, and hyungi. how could he let an entire day pass by without even checking on his family? he sent a quick message to the group chat and waited outside the studio for changmin and hyungi to arrive. 

as soon as he saw a taxi nearing the location, luci stood up and smiled at the pair. “thank you for accompanying changmin here,” he bade the younger man goodbye. “so what do you want to do, minnie? do you want to go somewhere or do you just want some cuddles, hm?”

[maneosoobin]

“ i’ll  destroy  anything  that  so  much  as  thinks  of  harming  you .   ”

TW: thoughts of suicide, mentions of death

“what if he comes back for me papa? what if he hurts me again? i don’t want that! i don’t! i don’t!” little luciano sobbed as he tightly clutched his father’s shirt in his tiny hands. thunderstorms had been tough for the young werewolf ever since that night in itaewon. angelo wrapped his arms around luci and put the wolf plushie in front of the child.

“i’ll destroy anything that so much as thinks of harming you, cucciolo. i promise.”

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jin’s or rather raiden’s death had been tough for all of them. however, no one had it worse than his father. luci was not blind to it and he knew how much the former second in command meant to angelo.

as soon as he was able to put hisoka down for a nap in the guest room, luciano knocked softly on the door of his father’s room. “can i come in?” he poked his head in, “i brought you a nice cup of tea.” he settled on the chair beside his father’s bed and held his hand tightly, “i promise to take care of you and hisoka from now on, papa. i’ll destroy anything that so much as thinks of harming you and hisoka. you can lean on me now. ”

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it had been a couple of days since the rogue hunter attacked lupos and left luciano’s father and sister in a state of comatose. there were too many bodies that needed to be buried and too much paperwork to file yet there he was, the should be second in command, staring catatonically in front of the viewing window for the intensive care unit. “papa, i failed you and leona.” luciano muttered, a trembling hand rising up caress the glass that separated him and angelo. “almost everything we cherished is gone and i...i don’t think i can go on anymore. not without you and leona.”

with a shaky breath, luciano took one last look at his father and sister, the bottle of pills weighing heavy in his pocket.

wait for me papa, leona…i know i’m a failure but please don’t leave me alone here.

@maneoxmichelangelo

[maneosoobin]

What if you could sacrifice one person to assure Invictus' safety forever?

"easy, it's me." luciano smiled so brightly that the dimples on his cheeks showed. he wasn't able to do anything when the rogue hunter attacked before and if given the chance now, he'll do everything he can to keep his entire family safe.

even if it meant, dying for them.

his dad will still have hisoka, changmin, hansol, dae, and dal. they'd have each other's backs. there are already new recruits who could fill up the spaces he would leave. the papers for his business are all in order just in case. he's sure that his family wouldn't leave his cat, nana, behind. suwei...suwei could easily find a man who she could be with, without any fears hindering her.

sure, they might miss him but they were safe forever and the world would continue spinning even if there's no luciano di soriano.

[maneosoobin]

What if Invictus had truly fallen after the attack and hadn't been able to recover?

to be honest, luciano would blame himself for it.

with raiden's death and the responsibility of being second in command was given to him, he always doubted himself and if he even deserved to be given that position.

if invictus truly fell, it would be on his shoulders. it would be because he decided to become selfish. he decided to just wallow in his sorrows and even thought of just getting rid of himself than watch his father and sister die. if invictus fell, it would be because of his selfishness and his incompetency.

[maneosoobin]

tight space, death

Tight Space: Does your muse ever feel that they’re not living up to their own potential?

if i'm going to be honest, yes. i feel like i could do more and be more than what i am but i'm also content with who i am now. i like supporting people and making sure that they reach their fullest potential. that's enough for me.

Death: Name one thing your muse has lost that they wish they could get back.

my chicken nuggets. someone ate my chicken nuggets and i'm still salty about it.

[xleafyheartx]

100 Random Character Development Questions

001. When is their birthday? 002. Do they do anything to celebrate their birthday? 003. Does your character like coffee better, or tea? 004. Do they prefer being alone or with others? 005. Are they in good health? 006. What sense do they most rely on? 007. Is your character an optimist or a pessimist? 008. What is their favorite fairy tale? 009. Do they believe in happy endings? 010. Do they believe in love at first sight? 011. How would your character court the person of their dreams? 012. What makes your character embarrassed? 013. Have they ever been bullied or teased? 014. Detail one secret shame your character feels. 015. Are they most likely to fight with their fists or their tongue? 016. What is their choice of weapon? 017. When does your character think that violence is justified or deserved? 018. Your character wakes up to find that war has been declared. What do they do? 019. If they could have a superpower, what would they choose? 020. What are their hobbies? 021. How do they display affection? 022. What is the most beautiful thing they’ve ever seen? 023. What do they consider beautiful in others physically? 024. What do they consider ugly in others physically? 025. What do they consider beautiful in others personality-wise? 026. What do they consider ugly in others personality-wise? 027. What is their idea of perfect happiness? 028. What makes them laugh out loud? 029. What sort of sense of humor does your character have? 030. Do they believe in the afterlife? 031. Are they superstitious about anything? 032. Does your character believe in ghosts? 033. Do they keep their promises? 034. What’s their view of lying? 035. What is the most important rule your character lives by? 036. How honorable is your character? 037. If your character saw someone drop a large sum of money and knew that they could probably take it without anyone noticing, what would they do? 038. What bad habits do they have? 039. What do they think is the worst thing that can be done to a person? 040. What is their obsession? 041. Are they comfortable with technology? 042. What is their greatest achievement? 043. What will they stand up for? 044. What disgusts them? 045. Does your character have any chronic medical conditions? 046. How do they handle getting sick? 047. What was the last medical problem your character had? 048. Do they have any allergies? 049. How does your character feel about growing old? 050. How does your character feel about their own mortality? 051. If they knew they would die tomorrow, what would they do today? 052. What is your character’s worst flaw? 053. What is your character’s greatest strength? 054. Does your character want power or authority of any kind? 055. Is your character an introvert or an extrovert? 056. Has your character ever struck someone in anger? 057. Has your character ever killed anyone? 058. What is your character’s idea of a perfect day? 059. List several phrases your character is fond of uttering. Where did they pick them up? 060. What is your character’s attitude toward education and learning? 061. Does your character prefer adventure or safety and security? 062. What sort of legacy does your character wish to leave behind? 063. How well does your character handle difficult people? 064. In what ways does your character annoy others? 065. Is your character better at leading or following? Which do they prefer? 066. Does your character prefer city life or being out in nature? 067. Does your character believe in fate or destiny? 068. How strong is your character’s sense of responsibility? What kinds of things trigger it? 069. What about your character is heroic? 070. What about your character is cowardly? 071. How kind is your character? 072. In a Dungeons & Dragons game, which class would your character be? (wizard, fighter, bard, priest, ranger, etc.) 073. In a novel, what plot role would your character fill? (hero, anti-hero, sidekick, villain, etc.) 074. What is your character’s favorite game? 075. Is your character ticklish? 076. How do they express anger? 077. How often do they cry? Over what? 078. How emotionally stable is your character? 079. How easy is it for them to read the emotions of others? 080. How easy is it for others to read your character’s emotions? 081. Is your character religious? 082. What are your character’s sleeping preferences? 083. What is the first thing they say and/or do when they wake up? 084. Describe your character in one word. 085. Describe your character in three words. 086. How would your character describe themself in one word? 087. How would your character describe themself in three words? 088. Is your character quiet or loud? 089. How vocally expressive is your character? 090. How bodily expressive is your character? 091. What type of music does your character like? 092. What emotion does your character evoke in others? 093. What is your character’s goal in life? 094. Name three things most would not expect your character to be able to know. 095. Name three things most would not expect your character to be able to do. 096. How do they move and carry themselves? What energy do they project? 097. How well do they adapt to change? 098. Does your character like animals? 099. Do they talk to inanimate objects? 100. Does your character dream? If so, what do they dream about?

[absoluterpmemetrash]

Send me ‘What If’ scenarios for my muse to answer.

[horrificmemes]

Fear-Themed Headcanon Questions

Send one (or a few) to my muse and they’ll answer: 

Spiders: Does your muse squish bugs or put them outside? The Dark: Did your muse sleep with a nightlight as a child? Snakes: Would your muse ever keep an unusual/exotic pet? Blood: What’s the worst injury your muse has ever had? Clowns: Does your muse prefer comedy? Or horror? Mirrors: What is your muse’s least favorite thing about their appearance? Tight Space: Does your muse ever feel that they’re not living up to their own potential? Closet Monsters: Does your muse hide any aspects of their personality/life from others? Crowds: What does your muse think of big cities? Death: Name one thing your muse has lost that they wish they could get back. Ghosts: Has your muse ever seen something they couldn’t explain? Needles: Does your muse have a strong stomach? Curses: Does your muse believe in good/bad luck? How about karma? Heights: Is your muse a risk-taker? Solitude: Name 3 things your muse couldn’t live without. Fire: Would your muse rather be very cold, or very hot? Failure: Has your muse ever given up on an important dream? Abandonment: How would your muse win back someone who left them? The Unknown: Is your muse a philosophical person? Boogeyman: What position does your muse sleep in? Falling: What does your muse think about falling in love or commitment?  Change: What was a turning point in your muse’s life? Disease: What does your muse do on a sick day? Number 13: Does your muse believe any superstitions?  Noise: Name one sound your muse finds absolutely unbearable. Insects: Name something your muse finds gross or annoying.  Dolls: Has your muse ever collected something? Getting Old: Would your muse rather live 50 years loved, or 200 years alone? Social Phobia: Does your muse consider themselves an outgoing person?

[promptfairy]

𝐇𝐔𝐑𝐓 / 𝐂𝐎𝐌𝐅𝐎𝐑𝐓   ♡   𝐒𝐄𝐍𝐓𝐄𝐍𝐂𝐄 𝐒𝐓𝐀𝐑𝐓𝐄𝐑𝐒

    change any gendered language to your needs.  ♡

“   you  don’t  have  to  hide  your  tears  from  me .   ” “   you’re  doing  great ,   okay ??   i mean it .   ” “   you  are  so  strong .   ” “   please  don’t  ever  give  up .   ” “   i  will  always  believe  in  you .   ” “   why  do  you  always  think  you  have  to  do  everything  on  your  own ??   ” “   it’s  okay ,   i’m  here .   i’ll  always  be  here .   ” “   you’ve  always  been  strong  for  me .   let  me  return  the  favor .   ” “   just  listen  to  my  heartbeat ,   okay ??   ” “   come  on ,   take  a  deep  breath .   it’s  gonna  be  alright .   ” “   please ,   just  hold  me .   ” “   you  always  meant  the  world  to  me .   i’m  sorry  i  let  you  forget  that .   ” “   i  never  stopped  loving  you .   ” “   you’ll  feel  better  if  you  talk  about  it .   i’m  here  to  listen .   ” “   you’re  so  much  more  than  the  mistakes  you’ve  made .  ” “   i  forgive  you .   ” “   you  are  so  fucking  powerful .   ” “   i’m  not  leaving  you  here .   ” “   i  trust  you  more  than  anyone  else  in  this  universe .   ” “   it’s  okay  to  be  confused .   nobody  has  all  the  answers .   ” “   i’m  so ,   so  sorry .   you  didn’t  deserve  that .   ” “   healing  is  not  linear ,   but  it’s  always  moving  forward .   ” “   you  can  admit  that  you’re  hurting .   it’s  okay  to  not  be  okay .   ” “   hold  my  hand ??   ” “   you  are  my  home .   ” “   no  matter  what  anyone  else  says ,   you  are  so  important  to  me .   ” “   don’t  worry .   i’ll  protect  you .   ” “   shh ,   it  was  just  a  nightmare .   you’re  safe .   ” “   don’t  talk  about  yourself  like  that .   ” “   just  say  the  word .   you  know  i’d  do  anything  for  you .   ” “   you  are  loved .   ” “   i  just  need  a  hug .   ” “   i’ll  destroy  anything  that  so  much  as  thinks  of  harming  you .   ” “   don’t  ever  let  anyone  make  you  feel  ashamed  of  who  you  are .   ” “   you’re  not  alone .   you’re  stuck  with  me  forever .   sorry .   ” “   well ,   hello  sleeping  beauty .   you  fell  asleep  on  me .   ” “   if  you  don’t  take  your  butt  back  to  bed ,   i  will  carry  you  there  myself .   ” “   i’m  sorry  to  wake  you  up ,   but  i  really  need  someone  to  talk  to .   ” “   i  hate  seeing  you  like  this   …   please ,  let  me  help .   ” “   you  are   &   always  will  be  precious  to  me .   ” “   i  can’t  believe  that  asshole  said  that  to  you .   it’s  not  true ,   you  know .    ” “   you  want  me  to  punch  him  in  the  face  ??   ” “   you  deserve  every  good  thing  in  the  world .   ” “   you  know  i  always  have  your  back .   ” “   you  don’t  have  to  worry  about  anything ,   as  long  as  i’m  around .   ” “   stop  apologizing ,   okay ??   i’ve  already  told  you  i’ve  forgiven  you  a  hundred  times now .   ” “   don’t  beat  yourself  up  over  this .   be  kind  to  yourself ,   it’s  not  your  fault .   ”

[maneosoobin]

auvaxmaneo​:

wonderwall;

[...]

Still, those were thoughts for another time, and they were quickly chased away when an unfamiliar face stepped in closer to her. She took a step back, nose crinkling a little as he leaned in even further. She was about to speak, to tell him to fuck right off, please, but she’d only just opened her mouth when there was an arm around her waist.

Her head snapped to her left, and she lifted a brow even as she played along smoothly.

“Nope,” she said, popping the ‘p’. “Never seen him before in my life. I’m sure he was just leaving.”

Luciano wasn’t a Prince Charming or Knight in Shining Armor material. 

No, he definitely was not.

He wasn’t as strong as the other members of the pack and wasn’t as eye catching as the others. He could honestly say that he waded smack dab in the middle. What he could pride himself of was that he’s got a good heart. — At least that’s what he was told. Ironically, it was also his best asset that gave him the worst pain he had to go through. 

Yet here he was, arm protectively wrapped around Suwei’s waist and acting as if he was a damned hero rescuing a damsel in distress. The only difference was he wasn’t a hero and Suwei’s definitely not a damsel in distress. In fact, Luci was sure she could handle the sleazy man without his help at all.

“That’s good,” Luci smiled at her, leaning down to press a soft kiss on her forehead. At the corner of his eye, he saw the man leave them with a grunt. At least he was able to take a hint cause Luciano doesn’t really want to cause a scene in the bar. 

His fingers tucked a stray piece of hair behind her ear as the pounding of his heart got louder by the second. Luci’s brain was telling him to pull away, take a step back from her since she doesn’t like anyone knowing about what they do behind closed doors. It took him a few seconds but he managed, he smiled sheepishly at Suwei. “He didn’t bother you too much right?”

[xvshinki-moved]

the not-so-secret catboy

[maneosoobin]

wonderwall;

wonderwall (adj) somebody you find yourself thinking about constantly, and you are completely infatuated with them.

a starter for @auvaxmaneo​

Luci wasn’t really sure how this all started.

Well, he knew how the whole thing between him and Suwei started. He wasn’t drunk that night. And it would take a shit load of alcohol for him to get drunk thanks to the werewolf metabolism combined with his high alcohol tolerance. Luci liked to think that he was a bit tipsy that night. That’s why suddenly her lips started looking so fucking good. That’s why he kissed her and that’s how the whole thing started. 

But that’s not what he wasn’t sure about. 

In the one year that the two of them had been sneaking behind member’s backs and acting like they don’t spend nights tangled in sheets together, Luci couldn’t pinpoint when he started feeling those weird little jumps his heart made whenever Suwei entered the room. If they are in a room together, his body just gravitates towards her like a moth drawn to a flame. He knew that what he was starting to feel was gonna burn him sooner than later. After all of his relationships ended up with his heart burnt to ashes. 

If Leona’s best friend is unlucky in life, well Luci has bad luck when it comes to relationships. His ex-girlfriend broke up with him through text on the day he was supposed to propose and a few months later Luci found out she’s pregnant. He ended up falling for his first friends with benefits but he’s in love with his best friend. Now, as he observes Su from his spot, he wondered how she would break his heart and if he would ever be prepared for it.

Shaking the thoughts from his head, Luci looked around the premises and spotted a random patron talking to Suwei. Immediately, his shoulders squared and his eyes observed the pair for a few more minutes. He knew that she could handle herself. After all, she is a trained assassin and spy. She’s perfectly capable of protecting herself from unwanted people. Suwei also made it clear that she is the kind of woman who doesn’t need a knight in shining armor. However, as the man took a step closer to Suwei, his overprotective instincts kicked in. Before he could even stop himself, Luci slid on Suwei’s side and wrapped a protective arm around her waist. “Hey, hun. I paid the tab already. Are you ready to go?” the werewolf asked loud enough for the man to hear. “Oh who’s this? Is he a friend of yours babe? I’m Luci, her boyfriend.”

[cartethyia-fleurdelys]

[maneosoobin]

so far away;

OPEN STARTER FOR: INVICTUS

It was a rather peaceful mid-afternoon in the sunrise bar.

Luciano as the second in command, always made it a point to be inside the premises.-- that is, if he had no important business matters to attend to. He quietly trudged towards the rooftop to simply hangout and just enjoy the quiet summer afternoon.  He did have to make the most out of the lull. Soon, this place would be filled with rambunctious patrons and he would give up his space for them.

The wolf plopped down on one of the couches by the window and grabbed his sketchbook. It was known to the members that Luciano could often be found in the exact same spot doing the exact same thing, drawing. He started sketching a random scenery and it took a while before he realized that he drew his old hometown, Daegu. It had been weeks since his birth mother knocked on his door and asked if a Shin Soobin lived there. It shook Luci to the core that it took him a solid ten seconds before he even answered. “There’s no Shin Soobin here, Ma’am. I think you’ve got the wrong address.” 

“But you look like my son.” 

“I’m sorry but my mother died years ago. You’ve got the wrong address, Ma’am.”

Luci ran his fingers through his hair in irritation. He had been perfectly fine. He could genuinely laugh and not be scared after the attack that happened two years ago. Why did she have to shatter everything again? She came like a hurricane that destroyed everything on its path. It’s like he’s back at square one.

‘Fuck, she never really cared about you. Until now she doesn’t. She only cared about herself.’ Frustrated, Luci tore the drawing from his sketchbook and threw it in the garbage bin. 

As he sat back down on the couch, a slight movement was picked up by his ears and the man finally looked up at his surroundings. His frown quickly turned into a smile, “Oh hey. I didn’t see you there,” he beckoned the person to sit beside him. “What’s up? Do you need something?”