Fishee

"I was asleep for days and now you're the only thing keeping me awake." Things to do - Alex G

[marinesmorallywrongcritter]

"Rosie is my favorite dog, Bites my hand when I go wrong."

Animals - Alex G

// Helo? This site is od. Marine is just as odd. I do not get why I have to use a dead man's phone to say things. Huamns r odd.. //

OOC BELOW ^^

HI!! I'm super excited this is the first roleplay blog by @notspinosaurusaegyptiacus

I'm a 3008-2 oc made for a ship between a survivor in the building (Marine) and the anomaly (Me!) I have a small list of dni's and extra info for funsies.

Do not interact with me if you're:

A predator or anything along those lines, a hater of those who are doing nothing wrong, MAGA, homophobic/racist/xenophobic, SUPPORTERS of predators, and don't interact if you hate cool people..

Im a minor!! Teenager so if you're uncomfortable with minors, you can run off. I'm a 3008-2 anomaly OC that isn't canon, I'm one of the oddly short ones, I'm identifiable by the stain of meatball sauce on my shirt from attempted thievery of food because despite not have a mouth nothing will stop me and by oddly short he's just 3'9. The Oc's name is Fishee (spelt odd) but ooc you can refer to me as Spino!! Both me and the character's pronouns will be any/all including it ^^ by any I really mean ANY.

Rules!!

I don't mind suggestive stuff but do NOT come over here trying to crack or smth idk, all if not most asks are allowed idrc it can be stupid, no misgendering me but if u purposefully misgender Marine I think you'll just have to be executed so.. also my character/this isn't canon to the universe or whateva

SMALL WARNING!! this blog isn't strictly 15+ but there will be slight gore, might not be for the weakest of stomachs but it should be good most of the time, NO NSFW!! do not fret, there will be romance tho lolol!! I will also be purposely misspelling some stuff as I doubt an anomaly would say stuff correctly/spell correctly 100% of the time so if that's gonna offend idk run away or something

Last updated at August 3rd 2026

[marinesmorallywrongcritter]

[ It’s quiet, besides the store’s music and the chatter between Marine and Fishee. ]

[ Everything is calm. ]

[ They were scavenging, grabbing food to restock the base. They were just heading back. ]

[ Marine had believed they had time… ]

[ tic, tic, tic. ]

[ BCHK. ]

[ Marine freezes. The lights. The lights had shut off. ]

[ They were in the middle of the store. ]

[ Marine immediately pulled out the crowbar from his backpack, keeping it at his side. ]

“ Fuck. Fuck, fuck, shit! “

-don’t even have to use the tag

// Fishee stayed still for a bit longer then Marine. It turned it's head to him, fingers squirming and twitching with restrained instincts. //

" .. Marine.. yoa said we had time.."

// the words came out quiet. //

// he REALLY wanted to attack, but he'd seen what Marine had done to others of his kind before. Especially with that crowbar.. //

[marinesmorallywrongcritter]

Want some angst 👀

yes 👀👀

[marinesmorallywrongcritter]

{ Nom. }

{ You have been lightly nommed on. }

~ @marine3-where-am-i ~

// It let out a squeak before turning it's face to him. The area where eyes and a nose would be wrinkled up like a creature biting into a lemon. //

" W-what was that??? "

" what does that implay???? "

// they questioned in a VERY confused voice. //

[marine3-where-am-i]

{ Marine lets go and turns around, cry laughing. }

“ WHY DID YOU SCRUNCH?! “

[marinesmorallywrongcritter]

" BECAUSE YOU BIT ME!!! "

" I'VE BEEN MAULED!!! "

// Fishee exclaimed, and shook the arm that was lightly bitten, showing a non-existent mark as if it was evidence of a crime. //

[defnotzilly]

{ They wheeze, holding a hand around their stomach. }

YOU HAVENT BEEN

MAULED

HAHA

THE WAY YOUR FACE

OH MY GOD

I CANT

I CANT BREATHE—

[marinesmorallywrongcritter]

// He huffed, making a theatrical sniffle sound (he couldn't even cry so it was very much so just drama.) //

" THIS IS CRUEL !! "

[marinesmorallywrongcritter]

{ Nom. }

{ You have been lightly nommed on. }

~ @marine3-where-am-i ~

// It let out a squeak before turning it's face to him. The area where eyes and a nose would be wrinkled up like a creature biting into a lemon. //

" W-what was that??? "

" what does that implay???? "

// they questioned in a VERY confused voice. //

[marine3-where-am-i]

{ Marine lets go and turns around, cry laughing. }

“ WHY DID YOU SCRUNCH?! “

[marinesmorallywrongcritter]

" BECAUSE YOU BIT ME!!! "

" I'VE BEEN MAULED!!! "

// Fishee exclaimed, and shook the arm that was lightly bitten, showing a non-existent mark as if it was evidence of a crime. //

[marinesmorallywrongcritter]

{ Nom. }

{ You have been lightly nommed on. }

~ @marine3-where-am-i ~

// It let out a squeak before turning it's face to him. The area where eyes and a nose would be wrinkled up like a creature biting into a lemon. //

" W-what was that??? "

" what does that implay???? "

// they questioned in a VERY confused voice. //

[marinesmorallywrongcritter]

What an odd specimen…may I inquire what kind of species you are? ( 🪞 )

// It pondered for a moment, //

" .. I'm not too sure myself.. perhaps a mutated human? Or maybe I'm a seperate species.. I've heard the word anomalous tossed around. I think I should ask Marine. He always has answers. "

" But for now I just know that I'm humanoid at the very least. "

@marine3-where-am-i!!

[marine3-where-am-i]

“ Not sure what they are honestly. Love em’ anyway though “

[marinesmorallywrongcritter]

// They 'stared' for a second but decided to take it as the highest compliment, //

" Awww, how sweet, Marine!! I luv u two!!! "

[marinesmorallywrongcritter]

What an odd specimen…may I inquire what kind of species you are? ( 🪞 )

// It pondered for a moment, //

" .. I'm not too sure myself.. perhaps a mutated human? Or maybe I'm a seperate species.. I've heard the word anomalous tossed around. I think I should ask Marine. He always has answers. "

" But for now I just know that I'm humanoid at the very least. "

@marine3-where-am-i!!

[marinesmorallywrongcritter]

“ I love you, fishee. <3 “

~ @marine3-where-am-i ~

" O-oh-! Halo Marine!! "

// he greeted awkwardly before sharing the words back, she didn't plan on being rude.. and perhaps every 'i love you' made them feel a little warmer inside. //

" I love you too, Marine! <3 "

[marinesmorallywrongcritter]

{ Marine stretches, it’s been a long day. It’s almost night now and he’s spent the whole day collecting food. It’s Friday. }

{ He looks to the creature standing behind him. They always knew when it was there. }

“ Hi fishee… “

{ They spoke almost tiredly. }

~ @marine3-where-am-i ~

" hiiii Marin!!!! "

// he said excitedly, doing a half hearted wave and 'staring' up at Marine. //

// he'd spent his day waiting like a sad puppy for them, or perhaps an angry one?? It'd spent the other half of the day growling and vibrating angrily when he saw another anomaly. //

" Yoa were gone so long, what if you were EATEN. "

// she exclaimed loudly despite the fact that it was still technically daytime. He mimicked the stretch awkwardly and almost tumbled but very quickly fixed it. //

[marine3-where-am-i]

{ Marine laughs, kneeling down. They place a hand on its head. }

“ It’s daytime, Fishee, I can’t get eaten. “

{ They smile lightheartedly. }

[marinesmorallywrongcritter]

// They just shook their head quickly a few times, //

" Lies! You'da find a way.. I bet it. "

// he huffed but leaned right into the touch like the loser he was. //

" .. why couldn't I just come?? I'm soooo good. "

// she said a little more quietly, like you'd committed a federal offense. It was theatrical offense, but she 'sniffled' like it was real. //

[marine3-where-am-i]

{ Their smile softened, so cute. How could something so violent be so fucking adorable. }

“ …I’ll start letting you come with me, but i’m gonna have to ‘leash’ you if you do. Despite your cuteness, I know the violence you hold inside that little body of yours… “

{ he shifts their hand to boop where, her nose would be. }

“ Okay? “

[marinesmorallywrongcritter]

// They nodded instantly, very insistently as well, and finally stopped just to squeak out a reply, //

" Yes!! Very okay!! I would love to come along! "

// She almost didn't render the leash AND violence comment, but quickly realized what slander had just been said about him. (It was all definitely true) //

" Uh-! Excuse me! I am not violent, at all! You're the one who's always leaving me here, it's border crueellll. Ropes definitely count as some kind of beating. "

// they shot back immediately after realizing, half of what they said being completely untrue, another theatrical reply, but didn't stay mad for long after feeling the hand on her face. //

[marine3-where-am-i]

{ Marine laughs, now standing up, expecting the other to follow. }

“ I am not abusing you, Fishee- “

{ They begin to maneuver through the high shelves, making it to the base, up high, safe. Marine had taught Fishee how to get up aswell. }

{ Tic. Tic. Tic. Tic. Tic. }

{ BSHT. }

{ Darkness fills the infinite space, the only light being the endless, thousands of lamps. }

“ Another night. “

{ He looks over at the creature. He always has to check. Make sure Fishee doesn’t try to attack him. }

[marinesmorallywrongcritter]

// he immediately whined at being dragged along, a low complaining sound but hardly resisted. His head tilted up to Marine, fully staring at their face when he whimpered out dramatically, //

" .. Fishee does not enjoy when the lights go out."

// It was mostly because of previous techniques to stop her from mauling Marine, but it didn't care, that craving was still there, and so was the fact that they knew Marine wasn't one to hesitate often. //

" .. And you ARE. It counts as that.. being evil or something. "

[marine3-where-am-i]

{ Marine frowns slightly, they sit down on the cold metal, overlooking the ground below and they open an arm. This is an invitation. }

“ I know you hate it… “

{ his smile faintly returns at the other’s comment to their earlier conversation. }

[marinesmorallywrongcritter]

// they immediately drop down beside Marine, curling into his warmth, the one non artificial thing that matters in this building to her. //

" .. 's a little beter with you. You make everythig beter.. "

// it then quickly squirmed their head a little closer to you, doing the familiar motion of attempted bites (jaw moving up and down) at your side and despite failing it contuined, using the fake violence as a makeshift for the instincts he's shoving down for some human. //

" .. I still hate it."

[marine3-where-am-i]

{ Their smile is gentle, soft, loving. }

“ You make it better down here too…. “

{ They wince and beginning to giggle at the motion against his sides. }

“ H-Hey! You little beast, that tickles! “

{ He leans down to lightly kiss Fishee on the head. }

[marinesmorallywrongcritter]

// the motions cease for a small moment at the kiss, the creature completely freezing up before immediately latching onto Marine's sides, short arms curling around them loosely but the grip of it's fingers in Marine's shirt is undeniably comparable to a cat's claws in a scratching post. //

" .. that is completely unfair. Entirey. "

// but the biting stopped entirely, it was very content to just be close. And she supposed it was easier to control the urge to tear when you had a considerably tall cuddle buddy. //

" .. yu mak it so hard to be alone.. "

[marine3-where-am-i]

{ Marine hums, bringing their other arm around to rest on one of the others that sit resting on their waist. }

{ They shift their face down, nuzzling into the shorter creatures shoulder, gently rubbing up and down her arm. }

“ That’s sweet…. “

{ He makes a very quiet, uncomfortable, hesitating sound before speaking once more, now his words coming out quiet instead of straight-forward. }

“ I love you, Fishee. “

[marinesmorallywrongcritter]

// he shivers at the touch but very quickly melts into you, grip loosening just a bit on your clothing. She doesn't quite know the word well yet, but the humans always seem to say it in dramatic or important moments, so they figure it's a high honor. //

" .. i-.. I love you too, Marin.. "

// it says quietly, despite getting his name wrong, Fishee is very happy with the affection and attention. He's calmed almost fully now, body completely lax against them. //

" .. I really do.. "

[marine3-where-am-i]

{ Marine is in that position for a while, still, their chest rising up and down calmly. }

{ He’s asleep. He actually fell asleep. }

[marinesmorallywrongcritter]

// It makes sure to stay asleep. His usually pale face is almost entirely flushed and obvious light red. She'd never been allowed to be near Marine when they slept. It was always kept stuck in-between pallets or tied up. //

" .. oh. "

// he said quietly, but refused to move at all. Not even the fake breathing motions he did to pretend she was truly alive. Nothing. Not another peep. //

// .. was it odd to say that Marine was much cuter asleep.? He looked much less horrifying like this. Just a tad bit more bitable but, still, cuter. //

[marine3-where-am-i]

{ Hours pass. }

{ BSHT. }

{ The lights turn on, the noise starting Marine just the slightest, making them jump. } { They breathe comfortably, taking a moment to take this feeling in just a minute longer. }

{ He then pulls his face away, untangling his hands from his peculiar partner. }

“ Good morning…. “

[marinesmorallywrongcritter]

// he startles at their words, but quickly responds, not doing much to hide the disappointment of losing the extra touch, //

" .. good morning, Marine. "

// he says it quietly as to not force them fully awake, and even goes as far as pronouncing their name correctly. The human really does look much nicer when they aren't tying her up with ropes. //

" .. did you auhm-.. sleep wel.? "

[marine3-where-am-i]

{ They nod, placing a small smooch on your forehead before standing up and stretching. }

“ Very, you are extremely comfortable! “

{ They walk over to their small food stash, grabbing a donut, something to give them energy. }

“ You wanna do something with me to— “

{ BSHT }

{ What? It’s morning. Why did the lights go out. }

“ The hell? “

[marinesmorallywrongcritter]

// It immediately stands up after you, following you to the stand and watching your movements. He freezes up entirely when the lights go out, staring at your face to make sure his own panic isn't unreasonable, //

" .. Marine .? W-what

" .. Marine .? W-what happened..? "

// his heart is thudding obviously in his chest, slight panic seeing both your confusion and his own. //

" .. Marine, what's goig on..?" "

[defnotzilly]

{ Marine looks down, kneeling, gently grabbing her hands. }

“ Sh sh sh… “

{ They glance around, hearing the eerily calm voices of the angry guards begin to rise. Most people in the morning, immediately jump down, or walk out of their bases to go scavenging for supplies or food… }

{ This realization makes him grip their hands just a bit tighter. }

“ damn it… “

{ he murmurs, standing back up to look down. A woman is being chased. He can’t help. The mass that trails behind her would be a death sentence to jump into. He gags as a tall, lanky one grabs the stranger and crushes her shoulder in its grip. }

[marinesmorallywrongcritter]

// he's all too busy staring up at their face when they hold his hands in their grip to care. He almost purrs in satisfaction, //

// .. she doesn't actually. But. Y'know. She's too busy with the fact that another thing just grazed the plot of pallets they were on. She felt EXTREMELY offended by this. //

// it let out a loud, guttural growl that vibrates deep in it's chest before pulling him close like Marine had just been attacked. The growl doesn't leave as he complains, //

"Can you believe the audacity-! He's practically threatening you! I-i should just rip him apart-!! "

[marine3-where-am-i]

{ Marine kneels again, resting his head on the others shoulder, a silent comfort. Reassurance for the feral little critter and to comfort himself. }

“ Fishee, quit. “

{ They say sternly. }

[marinesmorallywrongcritter]

// it pauses, frozen right before another growl, but stops despite it. It huffs silently but it'd rather be good then anger Marine. //

" .. ys siir.. "

// he doesn't even grumble after. Or growl again despite the ache to. //

[marine3-where-am-i]

{ Marine smirks a little, its quickness to surrender was amusing. }

{ Marine snuggles into their neck, wrapping arms around her. }

“ Thank you… “

{ He speaks, gently, praising the creature. }

[marinesmorallywrongcritter]

// It lets out a soft sound the second he snuggles close. Her hands twitch at he sides before latching on back to Marine. //

// he doesn't even start his fake biting despite the darkness. The closeness was more then enough to keep her content. //

" .. mmhhm.. i-i can listen.. "

// it's a small sound, she hadn't realized before that there were actual benefits to listening to the tall human. //

[marine3-where-am-i]

{ He sighs, pulling up just to take another look around. The situation has died down now. That woman was probably dead. There was no way she could’ve survived that. }

{ It seems to be quiet now. Strangely quiet. }

{ Made sense though, everyone was confused at what was happening. }

{ When they realize all is calm again, they snuggle back into the small creature. }

“ You listen well….Unlike when we first met… “

[marinesmorallywrongcritter]

" .. I do.? Do I really listen well.? "

// the sound wasn't exactly loud like she usually was, but it was very hopeful, like she truly wanted to be 'good' for Marine. //

" .. i-i meam- I've always listened well.! Always! I'm a.. well behaved thing.. "

// The words are said quickly, but quietly nonetheless. It really doesn't wanna break this moment of touch between them and him. Marine's warmth is so very nice- they feel much better then the other anomalies ever did. Maybe humans really were better for more then just kicking out of the store. //

[marine3-where-am-i]

{ Marine nods, beginning to pepper its face in little kisses, speaking inbetween bursts. }

“ You listen very well, I promise. “

“ Very well behaved little critter. “

[marinesmorallywrongcritter]

// It couldn't come across words, their mind scrambling the second he starts to pepper her face. It's face instantly flushed a soft red color, the tone more vibrant on it's cheeks. //

" .. Mariiiine.! "

// they squeaked out, //

" .. t-thats not fair at all..! "

// She protested again, but was yet to squirm away or do anything close to resistance. And the well behaved comment especially made it's heart flutter. //

[marine3-where-am-i]

{ Marine begins to coo, trying to get more of a rise out of her. }

“ Awww ~ but it’s very fair! “

{ They kept murmuring words like, ‘adorable’ ‘sweet’ ‘cute’ }

[marinesmorallywrongcritter]

// He let out a string of small small squeaks, shaking his head 'no' quickly, //

" .. i-it is not fair .! Y-you're- eek-! "

// she can feel her face heating up when she squeaks and finally hears those whispers, she shoved her face forward and hides it inside of Marine's chest, still making soft sounds of 'panic'. //

" .. yoa suck.. "

[marine3-where-am-i]

{ Marine finally laughs, hugging them gently, resting his chin on her head. }

“ I love you, little one. “

[marinesmorallywrongcritter]

// He just responds by nuzzling it's head further like trying to fuse with Marine. She's strayed far from her usual violent self, //

" .. t-thank yoa, Marine.. "

// right now? It'd never felt more happy. Not during hunts, not when they finally caught a human, not when anything else happened. //

// is this what being good got her? If so, he's hooked. //

" .. Love you.. soooo mch.. "

[marinesmorallywrongcritter]

{ Marine stretches, it’s been a long day. It’s almost night now and he’s spent the whole day collecting food. It’s Friday. }

{ He looks to the creature standing behind him. They always knew when it was there. }

“ Hi fishee… “

{ They spoke almost tiredly. }

~ @marine3-where-am-i ~

" hiiii Marin!!!! "

// he said excitedly, doing a half hearted wave and 'staring' up at Marine. //

// he'd spent his day waiting like a sad puppy for them, or perhaps an angry one?? It'd spent the other half of the day growling and vibrating angrily when he saw another anomaly. //

" Yoa were gone so long, what if you were EATEN. "

// she exclaimed loudly despite the fact that it was still technically daytime. He mimicked the stretch awkwardly and almost tumbled but very quickly fixed it. //

[marine3-where-am-i]

{ Marine laughs, kneeling down. They place a hand on its head. }

“ It’s daytime, Fishee, I can’t get eaten. “

{ They smile lightheartedly. }

[marinesmorallywrongcritter]

// They just shook their head quickly a few times, //

" Lies! You'da find a way.. I bet it. "

// he huffed but leaned right into the touch like the loser he was. //

" .. why couldn't I just come?? I'm soooo good. "

// she said a little more quietly, like you'd committed a federal offense. It was theatrical offense, but she 'sniffled' like it was real. //

[marine3-where-am-i]

{ Their smile softened, so cute. How could something so violent be so fucking adorable. }

“ …I’ll start letting you come with me, but i’m gonna have to ‘leash’ you if you do. Despite your cuteness, I know the violence you hold inside that little body of yours… “

{ he shifts their hand to boop where, her nose would be. }

“ Okay? “

[marinesmorallywrongcritter]

// They nodded instantly, very insistently as well, and finally stopped just to squeak out a reply, //

" Yes!! Very okay!! I would love to come along! "

// She almost didn't render the leash AND violence comment, but quickly realized what slander had just been said about him. (It was all definitely true) //

" Uh-! Excuse me! I am not violent, at all! You're the one who's always leaving me here, it's border crueellll. Ropes definitely count as some kind of beating. "

// they shot back immediately after realizing, half of what they said being completely untrue, another theatrical reply, but didn't stay mad for long after feeling the hand on her face. //

[marine3-where-am-i]

{ Marine laughs, now standing up, expecting the other to follow. }

“ I am not abusing you, Fishee- “

{ They begin to maneuver through the high shelves, making it to the base, up high, safe. Marine had taught Fishee how to get up aswell. }

{ Tic. Tic. Tic. Tic. Tic. }

{ BSHT. }

{ Darkness fills the infinite space, the only light being the endless, thousands of lamps. }

“ Another night. “

{ He looks over at the creature. He always has to check. Make sure Fishee doesn’t try to attack him. }

[marinesmorallywrongcritter]

// he immediately whined at being dragged along, a low complaining sound but hardly resisted. His head tilted up to Marine, fully staring at their face when he whimpered out dramatically, //

" .. Fishee does not enjoy when the lights go out."

// It was mostly because of previous techniques to stop her from mauling Marine, but it didn't care, that craving was still there, and so was the fact that they knew Marine wasn't one to hesitate often. //

" .. And you ARE. It counts as that.. being evil or something. "

[marine3-where-am-i]

{ Marine frowns slightly, they sit down on the cold metal, overlooking the ground below and they open an arm. This is an invitation. }

“ I know you hate it… “

{ his smile faintly returns at the other’s comment to their earlier conversation. }

[marinesmorallywrongcritter]

// they immediately drop down beside Marine, curling into his warmth, the one non artificial thing that matters in this building to her. //

" .. 's a little beter with you. You make everythig beter.. "

// it then quickly squirmed their head a little closer to you, doing the familiar motion of attempted bites (jaw moving up and down) at your side and despite failing it contuined, using the fake violence as a makeshift for the instincts he's shoving down for some human. //

" .. I still hate it."

[marine3-where-am-i]

{ Their smile is gentle, soft, loving. }

“ You make it better down here too…. “

{ They wince and beginning to giggle at the motion against his sides. }

“ H-Hey! You little beast, that tickles! “

{ He leans down to lightly kiss Fishee on the head. }

[marinesmorallywrongcritter]

// the motions cease for a small moment at the kiss, the creature completely freezing up before immediately latching onto Marine's sides, short arms curling around them loosely but the grip of it's fingers in Marine's shirt is undeniably comparable to a cat's claws in a scratching post. //

" .. that is completely unfair. Entirey. "

// but the biting stopped entirely, it was very content to just be close. And she supposed it was easier to control the urge to tear when you had a considerably tall cuddle buddy. //

" .. yu mak it so hard to be alone.. "

[marine3-where-am-i]

{ Marine hums, bringing their other arm around to rest on one of the others that sit resting on their waist. }

{ They shift their face down, nuzzling into the shorter creatures shoulder, gently rubbing up and down her arm. }

“ That’s sweet…. “

{ He makes a very quiet, uncomfortable, hesitating sound before speaking once more, now his words coming out quiet instead of straight-forward. }

“ I love you, Fishee. “

[marinesmorallywrongcritter]

// he shivers at the touch but very quickly melts into you, grip loosening just a bit on your clothing. She doesn't quite know the word well yet, but the humans always seem to say it in dramatic or important moments, so they figure it's a high honor. //

" .. i-.. I love you too, Marin.. "

// it says quietly, despite getting his name wrong, Fishee is very happy with the affection and attention. He's calmed almost fully now, body completely lax against them. //

" .. I really do.. "

[marine3-where-am-i]

{ Marine is in that position for a while, still, their chest rising up and down calmly. }

{ He’s asleep. He actually fell asleep. }

[marinesmorallywrongcritter]

// It makes sure to stay asleep. His usually pale face is almost entirely flushed and obvious light red. She'd never been allowed to be near Marine when they slept. It was always kept stuck in-between pallets or tied up. //

" .. oh. "

// he said quietly, but refused to move at all. Not even the fake breathing motions he did to pretend she was truly alive. Nothing. Not another peep. //

// .. was it odd to say that Marine was much cuter asleep.? He looked much less horrifying like this. Just a tad bit more bitable but, still, cuter. //

[marine3-where-am-i]

{ Hours pass. }

{ BSHT. }

{ The lights turn on, the noise starting Marine just the slightest, making them jump. } { They breathe comfortably, taking a moment to take this feeling in just a minute longer. }

{ He then pulls his face away, untangling his hands from his peculiar partner. }

“ Good morning…. “

[marinesmorallywrongcritter]

// he startles at their words, but quickly responds, not doing much to hide the disappointment of losing the extra touch, //

" .. good morning, Marine. "

// he says it quietly as to not force them fully awake, and even goes as far as pronouncing their name correctly. The human really does look much nicer when they aren't tying her up with ropes. //

" .. did you auhm-.. sleep wel.? "

[marine3-where-am-i]

{ They nod, placing a small smooch on your forehead before standing up and stretching. }

“ Very, you are extremely comfortable! “

{ They walk over to their small food stash, grabbing a donut, something to give them energy. }

“ You wanna do something with me to— “

{ BSHT }

{ What? It’s morning. Why did the lights go out. }

“ The hell? “

[marinesmorallywrongcritter]

// It immediately stands up after you, following you to the stand and watching your movements. He freezes up entirely when the lights go out, staring at your face to make sure his own panic isn't unreasonable, //

" .. Marine .? W-what

" .. Marine .? W-what happened..? "

// his heart is thudding obviously in his chest, slight panic seeing both your confusion and his own. //

" .. Marine, what's goig on..?" "

[defnotzilly]

{ Marine looks down, kneeling, gently grabbing her hands. }

“ Sh sh sh… “

{ They glance around, hearing the eerily calm voices of the angry guards begin to rise. Most people in the morning, immediately jump down, or walk out of their bases to go scavenging for supplies or food… }

{ This realization makes him grip their hands just a bit tighter. }

“ damn it… “

{ he murmurs, standing back up to look down. A woman is being chased. He can’t help. The mass that trails behind her would be a death sentence to jump into. He gags as a tall, lanky one grabs the stranger and crushes her shoulder in its grip. }

[marinesmorallywrongcritter]

// he's all too busy staring up at their face when they hold his hands in their grip to care. He almost purrs in satisfaction, //

// .. she doesn't actually. But. Y'know. She's too busy with the fact that another thing just grazed the plot of pallets they were on. She felt EXTREMELY offended by this. //

// it let out a loud, guttural growl that vibrates deep in it's chest before pulling him close like Marine had just been attacked. The growl doesn't leave as he complains, //

"Can you believe the audacity-! He's practically threatening you! I-i should just rip him apart-!! "

[marine3-where-am-i]

{ Marine kneels again, resting his head on the others shoulder, a silent comfort. Reassurance for the feral little critter and to comfort himself. }

“ Fishee, quit. “

{ They say sternly. }

[marinesmorallywrongcritter]

// it pauses, frozen right before another growl, but stops despite it. It huffs silently but it'd rather be good then anger Marine. //

" .. ys siir.. "

// he doesn't even grumble after. Or growl again despite the ache to. //

[marine3-where-am-i]

{ Marine smirks a little, its quickness to surrender was amusing. }

{ Marine snuggles into their neck, wrapping arms around her. }

“ Thank you… “

{ He speaks, gently, praising the creature. }

[marinesmorallywrongcritter]

// It lets out a soft sound the second he snuggles close. Her hands twitch at he sides before latching on back to Marine. //

// he doesn't even start his fake biting despite the darkness. The closeness was more then enough to keep her content. //

" .. mmhhm.. i-i can listen.. "

// it's a small sound, she hadn't realized before that there were actual benefits to listening to the tall human. //

[marine3-where-am-i]

{ He sighs, pulling up just to take another look around. The situation has died down now. That woman was probably dead. There was no way she could’ve survived that. }

{ It seems to be quiet now. Strangely quiet. }

{ Made sense though, everyone was confused at what was happening. }

{ When they realize all is calm again, they snuggle back into the small creature. }

“ You listen well….Unlike when we first met… “

[marinesmorallywrongcritter]

" .. I do.? Do I really listen well.? "

// the sound wasn't exactly loud like she usually was, but it was very hopeful, like she truly wanted to be 'good' for Marine. //

" .. i-i meam- I've always listened well.! Always! I'm a.. well behaved thing.. "

// The words are said quickly, but quietly nonetheless. It really doesn't wanna break this moment of touch between them and him. Marine's warmth is so very nice- they feel much better then the other anomalies ever did. Maybe humans really were better for more then just kicking out of the store. //

[marine3-where-am-i]

{ Marine nods, beginning to pepper its face in little kisses, speaking inbetween bursts. }

“ You listen very well, I promise. “

“ Very well behaved little critter. “

[marinesmorallywrongcritter]

// It couldn't come across words, their mind scrambling the second he starts to pepper her face. It's face instantly flushed a soft red color, the tone more vibrant on it's cheeks. //

" .. Mariiiine.! "

// they squeaked out, //

" .. t-thats not fair at all..! "

// She protested again, but was yet to squirm away or do anything close to resistance. And the well behaved comment especially made it's heart flutter. //

[marine3-where-am-i]

{ Marine begins to coo, trying to get more of a rise out of her. }

“ Awww ~ but it’s very fair! “

{ They kept murmuring words like, ‘adorable’ ‘sweet’ ‘cute’ }

[marinesmorallywrongcritter]

// He let out a string of small small squeaks, shaking his head 'no' quickly, //

" .. i-it is not fair .! Y-you're- eek-! "

// she can feel her face heating up when she squeaks and finally hears those whispers, she shoved her face forward and hides it inside of Marine's chest, still making soft sounds of 'panic'. //

" .. yoa suck.. "

[marinesmorallywrongcritter]

{ Marine stretches, it’s been a long day. It’s almost night now and he’s spent the whole day collecting food. It’s Friday. }

{ He looks to the creature standing behind him. They always knew when it was there. }

“ Hi fishee… “

{ They spoke almost tiredly. }

~ @marine3-where-am-i ~

" hiiii Marin!!!! "

// he said excitedly, doing a half hearted wave and 'staring' up at Marine. //

// he'd spent his day waiting like a sad puppy for them, or perhaps an angry one?? It'd spent the other half of the day growling and vibrating angrily when he saw another anomaly. //

" Yoa were gone so long, what if you were EATEN. "

// she exclaimed loudly despite the fact that it was still technically daytime. He mimicked the stretch awkwardly and almost tumbled but very quickly fixed it. //

[marine3-where-am-i]

{ Marine laughs, kneeling down. They place a hand on its head. }

“ It’s daytime, Fishee, I can’t get eaten. “

{ They smile lightheartedly. }

[marinesmorallywrongcritter]

// They just shook their head quickly a few times, //

" Lies! You'da find a way.. I bet it. "

// he huffed but leaned right into the touch like the loser he was. //

" .. why couldn't I just come?? I'm soooo good. "

// she said a little more quietly, like you'd committed a federal offense. It was theatrical offense, but she 'sniffled' like it was real. //

[marine3-where-am-i]

{ Their smile softened, so cute. How could something so violent be so fucking adorable. }

“ …I’ll start letting you come with me, but i’m gonna have to ‘leash’ you if you do. Despite your cuteness, I know the violence you hold inside that little body of yours… “

{ he shifts their hand to boop where, her nose would be. }

“ Okay? “

[marinesmorallywrongcritter]

// They nodded instantly, very insistently as well, and finally stopped just to squeak out a reply, //

" Yes!! Very okay!! I would love to come along! "

// She almost didn't render the leash AND violence comment, but quickly realized what slander had just been said about him. (It was all definitely true) //

" Uh-! Excuse me! I am not violent, at all! You're the one who's always leaving me here, it's border crueellll. Ropes definitely count as some kind of beating. "

// they shot back immediately after realizing, half of what they said being completely untrue, another theatrical reply, but didn't stay mad for long after feeling the hand on her face. //

[marine3-where-am-i]

{ Marine laughs, now standing up, expecting the other to follow. }

“ I am not abusing you, Fishee- “

{ They begin to maneuver through the high shelves, making it to the base, up high, safe. Marine had taught Fishee how to get up aswell. }

{ Tic. Tic. Tic. Tic. Tic. }

{ BSHT. }

{ Darkness fills the infinite space, the only light being the endless, thousands of lamps. }

“ Another night. “

{ He looks over at the creature. He always has to check. Make sure Fishee doesn’t try to attack him. }

[marinesmorallywrongcritter]

// he immediately whined at being dragged along, a low complaining sound but hardly resisted. His head tilted up to Marine, fully staring at their face when he whimpered out dramatically, //

" .. Fishee does not enjoy when the lights go out."

// It was mostly because of previous techniques to stop her from mauling Marine, but it didn't care, that craving was still there, and so was the fact that they knew Marine wasn't one to hesitate often. //

" .. And you ARE. It counts as that.. being evil or something. "

[marine3-where-am-i]

{ Marine frowns slightly, they sit down on the cold metal, overlooking the ground below and they open an arm. This is an invitation. }

“ I know you hate it… “

{ his smile faintly returns at the other’s comment to their earlier conversation. }

[marinesmorallywrongcritter]

// they immediately drop down beside Marine, curling into his warmth, the one non artificial thing that matters in this building to her. //

" .. 's a little beter with you. You make everythig beter.. "

// it then quickly squirmed their head a little closer to you, doing the familiar motion of attempted bites (jaw moving up and down) at your side and despite failing it contuined, using the fake violence as a makeshift for the instincts he's shoving down for some human. //

" .. I still hate it."

[marine3-where-am-i]

{ Their smile is gentle, soft, loving. }

“ You make it better down here too…. “

{ They wince and beginning to giggle at the motion against his sides. }

“ H-Hey! You little beast, that tickles! “

{ He leans down to lightly kiss Fishee on the head. }

[marinesmorallywrongcritter]

// the motions cease for a small moment at the kiss, the creature completely freezing up before immediately latching onto Marine's sides, short arms curling around them loosely but the grip of it's fingers in Marine's shirt is undeniably comparable to a cat's claws in a scratching post. //

" .. that is completely unfair. Entirey. "

// but the biting stopped entirely, it was very content to just be close. And she supposed it was easier to control the urge to tear when you had a considerably tall cuddle buddy. //

" .. yu mak it so hard to be alone.. "

[marine3-where-am-i]

{ Marine hums, bringing their other arm around to rest on one of the others that sit resting on their waist. }

{ They shift their face down, nuzzling into the shorter creatures shoulder, gently rubbing up and down her arm. }

“ That’s sweet…. “

{ He makes a very quiet, uncomfortable, hesitating sound before speaking once more, now his words coming out quiet instead of straight-forward. }

“ I love you, Fishee. “

[marinesmorallywrongcritter]

// he shivers at the touch but very quickly melts into you, grip loosening just a bit on your clothing. She doesn't quite know the word well yet, but the humans always seem to say it in dramatic or important moments, so they figure it's a high honor. //

" .. i-.. I love you too, Marin.. "

// it says quietly, despite getting his name wrong, Fishee is very happy with the affection and attention. He's calmed almost fully now, body completely lax against them. //

" .. I really do.. "

[marine3-where-am-i]

{ Marine is in that position for a while, still, their chest rising up and down calmly. }

{ He’s asleep. He actually fell asleep. }

[marinesmorallywrongcritter]

// It makes sure to stay asleep. His usually pale face is almost entirely flushed and obvious light red. She'd never been allowed to be near Marine when they slept. It was always kept stuck in-between pallets or tied up. //

" .. oh. "

// he said quietly, but refused to move at all. Not even the fake breathing motions he did to pretend she was truly alive. Nothing. Not another peep. //

// .. was it odd to say that Marine was much cuter asleep.? He looked much less horrifying like this. Just a tad bit more bitable but, still, cuter. //

[marine3-where-am-i]

{ Hours pass. }

{ BSHT. }

{ The lights turn on, the noise starting Marine just the slightest, making them jump. } { They breathe comfortably, taking a moment to take this feeling in just a minute longer. }

{ He then pulls his face away, untangling his hands from his peculiar partner. }

“ Good morning…. “

[marinesmorallywrongcritter]

// he startles at their words, but quickly responds, not doing much to hide the disappointment of losing the extra touch, //

" .. good morning, Marine. "

// he says it quietly as to not force them fully awake, and even goes as far as pronouncing their name correctly. The human really does look much nicer when they aren't tying her up with ropes. //

" .. did you auhm-.. sleep wel.? "

[marine3-where-am-i]

{ They nod, placing a small smooch on your forehead before standing up and stretching. }

“ Very, you are extremely comfortable! “

{ They walk over to their small food stash, grabbing a donut, something to give them energy. }

“ You wanna do something with me to— “

{ BSHT }

{ What? It’s morning. Why did the lights go out. }

“ The hell? “

[marinesmorallywrongcritter]

// It immediately stands up after you, following you to the stand and watching your movements. He freezes up entirely when the lights go out, staring at your face to make sure his own panic isn't unreasonable, //

" .. Marine .? W-what

" .. Marine .? W-what happened..? "

// his heart is thudding obviously in his chest, slight panic seeing both your confusion and his own. //

" .. Marine, what's goig on..?" "

[defnotzilly]

{ Marine looks down, kneeling, gently grabbing her hands. }

“ Sh sh sh… “

{ They glance around, hearing the eerily calm voices of the angry guards begin to rise. Most people in the morning, immediately jump down, or walk out of their bases to go scavenging for supplies or food… }

{ This realization makes him grip their hands just a bit tighter. }

“ damn it… “

{ he murmurs, standing back up to look down. A woman is being chased. He can’t help. The mass that trails behind her would be a death sentence to jump into. He gags as a tall, lanky one grabs the stranger and crushes her shoulder in its grip. }

[marinesmorallywrongcritter]

// he's all too busy staring up at their face when they hold his hands in their grip to care. He almost purrs in satisfaction, //

// .. she doesn't actually. But. Y'know. She's too busy with the fact that another thing just grazed the plot of pallets they were on. She felt EXTREMELY offended by this. //

// it let out a loud, guttural growl that vibrates deep in it's chest before pulling him close like Marine had just been attacked. The growl doesn't leave as he complains, //

"Can you believe the audacity-! He's practically threatening you! I-i should just rip him apart-!! "

[marine3-where-am-i]

{ Marine kneels again, resting his head on the others shoulder, a silent comfort. Reassurance for the feral little critter and to comfort himself. }

“ Fishee, quit. “

{ They say sternly. }

[marinesmorallywrongcritter]

// it pauses, frozen right before another growl, but stops despite it. It huffs silently but it'd rather be good then anger Marine. //

" .. ys siir.. "

// he doesn't even grumble after. Or growl again despite the ache to. //

[marine3-where-am-i]

{ Marine smirks a little, its quickness to surrender was amusing. }

{ Marine snuggles into their neck, wrapping arms around her. }

“ Thank you… “

{ He speaks, gently, praising the creature. }

[marinesmorallywrongcritter]

// It lets out a soft sound the second he snuggles close. Her hands twitch at he sides before latching on back to Marine. //

// he doesn't even start his fake biting despite the darkness. The closeness was more then enough to keep her content. //

" .. mmhhm.. i-i can listen.. "

// it's a small sound, she hadn't realized before that there were actual benefits to listening to the tall human. //

[marine3-where-am-i]

{ He sighs, pulling up just to take another look around. The situation has died down now. That woman was probably dead. There was no way she could’ve survived that. }

{ It seems to be quiet now. Strangely quiet. }

{ Made sense though, everyone was confused at what was happening. }

{ When they realize all is calm again, they snuggle back into the small creature. }

“ You listen well….Unlike when we first met… “

[marinesmorallywrongcritter]

" .. I do.? Do I really listen well.? "

// the sound wasn't exactly loud like she usually was, but it was very hopeful, like she truly wanted to be 'good' for Marine. //

" .. i-i meam- I've always listened well.! Always! I'm a.. well behaved thing.. "

// The words are said quickly, but quietly nonetheless. It really doesn't wanna break this moment of touch between them and him. Marine's warmth is so very nice- they feel much better then the other anomalies ever did. Maybe humans really were better for more then just kicking out of the store. //

[marine3-where-am-i]

{ Marine nods, beginning to pepper its face in little kisses, speaking inbetween bursts. }

“ You listen very well, I promise. “

“ Very well behaved little critter. “

[marinesmorallywrongcritter]

// It couldn't come across words, their mind scrambling the second he starts to pepper her face. It's face instantly flushed a soft red color, the tone more vibrant on it's cheeks. //

" .. Mariiiine.! "

// they squeaked out, //

" .. t-thats not fair at all..! "

// She protested again, but was yet to squirm away or do anything close to resistance. And the well behaved comment especially made it's heart flutter. //

[marinesmorallywrongcritter]

{ Marine stretches, it’s been a long day. It’s almost night now and he’s spent the whole day collecting food. It’s Friday. }

{ He looks to the creature standing behind him. They always knew when it was there. }

“ Hi fishee… “

{ They spoke almost tiredly. }

~ @marine3-where-am-i ~

" hiiii Marin!!!! "

// he said excitedly, doing a half hearted wave and 'staring' up at Marine. //

// he'd spent his day waiting like a sad puppy for them, or perhaps an angry one?? It'd spent the other half of the day growling and vibrating angrily when he saw another anomaly. //

" Yoa were gone so long, what if you were EATEN. "

// she exclaimed loudly despite the fact that it was still technically daytime. He mimicked the stretch awkwardly and almost tumbled but very quickly fixed it. //

[marine3-where-am-i]

{ Marine laughs, kneeling down. They place a hand on its head. }

“ It’s daytime, Fishee, I can’t get eaten. “

{ They smile lightheartedly. }

[marinesmorallywrongcritter]

// They just shook their head quickly a few times, //

" Lies! You'da find a way.. I bet it. "

// he huffed but leaned right into the touch like the loser he was. //

" .. why couldn't I just come?? I'm soooo good. "

// she said a little more quietly, like you'd committed a federal offense. It was theatrical offense, but she 'sniffled' like it was real. //

[marine3-where-am-i]

{ Their smile softened, so cute. How could something so violent be so fucking adorable. }

“ …I’ll start letting you come with me, but i’m gonna have to ‘leash’ you if you do. Despite your cuteness, I know the violence you hold inside that little body of yours… “

{ he shifts their hand to boop where, her nose would be. }

“ Okay? “

[marinesmorallywrongcritter]

// They nodded instantly, very insistently as well, and finally stopped just to squeak out a reply, //

" Yes!! Very okay!! I would love to come along! "

// She almost didn't render the leash AND violence comment, but quickly realized what slander had just been said about him. (It was all definitely true) //

" Uh-! Excuse me! I am not violent, at all! You're the one who's always leaving me here, it's border crueellll. Ropes definitely count as some kind of beating. "

// they shot back immediately after realizing, half of what they said being completely untrue, another theatrical reply, but didn't stay mad for long after feeling the hand on her face. //

[marine3-where-am-i]

{ Marine laughs, now standing up, expecting the other to follow. }

“ I am not abusing you, Fishee- “

{ They begin to maneuver through the high shelves, making it to the base, up high, safe. Marine had taught Fishee how to get up aswell. }

{ Tic. Tic. Tic. Tic. Tic. }

{ BSHT. }

{ Darkness fills the infinite space, the only light being the endless, thousands of lamps. }

“ Another night. “

{ He looks over at the creature. He always has to check. Make sure Fishee doesn’t try to attack him. }

[marinesmorallywrongcritter]

// he immediately whined at being dragged along, a low complaining sound but hardly resisted. His head tilted up to Marine, fully staring at their face when he whimpered out dramatically, //

" .. Fishee does not enjoy when the lights go out."

// It was mostly because of previous techniques to stop her from mauling Marine, but it didn't care, that craving was still there, and so was the fact that they knew Marine wasn't one to hesitate often. //

" .. And you ARE. It counts as that.. being evil or something. "

[marine3-where-am-i]

{ Marine frowns slightly, they sit down on the cold metal, overlooking the ground below and they open an arm. This is an invitation. }

“ I know you hate it… “

{ his smile faintly returns at the other’s comment to their earlier conversation. }

[marinesmorallywrongcritter]

// they immediately drop down beside Marine, curling into his warmth, the one non artificial thing that matters in this building to her. //

" .. 's a little beter with you. You make everythig beter.. "

// it then quickly squirmed their head a little closer to you, doing the familiar motion of attempted bites (jaw moving up and down) at your side and despite failing it contuined, using the fake violence as a makeshift for the instincts he's shoving down for some human. //

" .. I still hate it."

[marine3-where-am-i]

{ Their smile is gentle, soft, loving. }

“ You make it better down here too…. “

{ They wince and beginning to giggle at the motion against his sides. }

“ H-Hey! You little beast, that tickles! “

{ He leans down to lightly kiss Fishee on the head. }

[marinesmorallywrongcritter]

// the motions cease for a small moment at the kiss, the creature completely freezing up before immediately latching onto Marine's sides, short arms curling around them loosely but the grip of it's fingers in Marine's shirt is undeniably comparable to a cat's claws in a scratching post. //

" .. that is completely unfair. Entirey. "

// but the biting stopped entirely, it was very content to just be close. And she supposed it was easier to control the urge to tear when you had a considerably tall cuddle buddy. //

" .. yu mak it so hard to be alone.. "

[marine3-where-am-i]

{ Marine hums, bringing their other arm around to rest on one of the others that sit resting on their waist. }

{ They shift their face down, nuzzling into the shorter creatures shoulder, gently rubbing up and down her arm. }

“ That’s sweet…. “

{ He makes a very quiet, uncomfortable, hesitating sound before speaking once more, now his words coming out quiet instead of straight-forward. }

“ I love you, Fishee. “

[marinesmorallywrongcritter]

// he shivers at the touch but very quickly melts into you, grip loosening just a bit on your clothing. She doesn't quite know the word well yet, but the humans always seem to say it in dramatic or important moments, so they figure it's a high honor. //

" .. i-.. I love you too, Marin.. "

// it says quietly, despite getting his name wrong, Fishee is very happy with the affection and attention. He's calmed almost fully now, body completely lax against them. //

" .. I really do.. "

[marine3-where-am-i]

{ Marine is in that position for a while, still, their chest rising up and down calmly. }

{ He’s asleep. He actually fell asleep. }

[marinesmorallywrongcritter]

// It makes sure to stay asleep. His usually pale face is almost entirely flushed and obvious light red. She'd never been allowed to be near Marine when they slept. It was always kept stuck in-between pallets or tied up. //

" .. oh. "

// he said quietly, but refused to move at all. Not even the fake breathing motions he did to pretend she was truly alive. Nothing. Not another peep. //

// .. was it odd to say that Marine was much cuter asleep.? He looked much less horrifying like this. Just a tad bit more bitable but, still, cuter. //

[marine3-where-am-i]

{ Hours pass. }

{ BSHT. }

{ The lights turn on, the noise starting Marine just the slightest, making them jump. } { They breathe comfortably, taking a moment to take this feeling in just a minute longer. }

{ He then pulls his face away, untangling his hands from his peculiar partner. }

“ Good morning…. “

[marinesmorallywrongcritter]

// he startles at their words, but quickly responds, not doing much to hide the disappointment of losing the extra touch, //

" .. good morning, Marine. "

// he says it quietly as to not force them fully awake, and even goes as far as pronouncing their name correctly. The human really does look much nicer when they aren't tying her up with ropes. //

" .. did you auhm-.. sleep wel.? "

[marine3-where-am-i]

{ They nod, placing a small smooch on your forehead before standing up and stretching. }

“ Very, you are extremely comfortable! “

{ They walk over to their small food stash, grabbing a donut, something to give them energy. }

“ You wanna do something with me to— “

{ BSHT }

{ What? It’s morning. Why did the lights go out. }

“ The hell? “

[marinesmorallywrongcritter]

// It immediately stands up after you, following you to the stand and watching your movements. He freezes up entirely when the lights go out, staring at your face to make sure his own panic isn't unreasonable, //

" .. Marine .? W-what

" .. Marine .? W-what happened..? "

// his heart is thudding obviously in his chest, slight panic seeing both your confusion and his own. //

" .. Marine, what's goig on..?" "

[defnotzilly]

{ Marine looks down, kneeling, gently grabbing her hands. }

“ Sh sh sh… “

{ They glance around, hearing the eerily calm voices of the angry guards begin to rise. Most people in the morning, immediately jump down, or walk out of their bases to go scavenging for supplies or food… }

{ This realization makes him grip their hands just a bit tighter. }

“ damn it… “

{ he murmurs, standing back up to look down. A woman is being chased. He can’t help. The mass that trails behind her would be a death sentence to jump into. He gags as a tall, lanky one grabs the stranger and crushes her shoulder in its grip. }

[marinesmorallywrongcritter]

// he's all too busy staring up at their face when they hold his hands in their grip to care. He almost purrs in satisfaction, //

// .. she doesn't actually. But. Y'know. She's too busy with the fact that another thing just grazed the plot of pallets they were on. She felt EXTREMELY offended by this. //

// it let out a loud, guttural growl that vibrates deep in it's chest before pulling him close like Marine had just been attacked. The growl doesn't leave as he complains, //

"Can you believe the audacity-! He's practically threatening you! I-i should just rip him apart-!! "

[marine3-where-am-i]

{ Marine kneels again, resting his head on the others shoulder, a silent comfort. Reassurance for the feral little critter and to comfort himself. }

“ Fishee, quit. “

{ They say sternly. }

[marinesmorallywrongcritter]

// it pauses, frozen right before another growl, but stops despite it. It huffs silently but it'd rather be good then anger Marine. //

" .. ys siir.. "

// he doesn't even grumble after. Or growl again despite the ache to. //

[marine3-where-am-i]

{ Marine smirks a little, its quickness to surrender was amusing. }

{ Marine snuggles into their neck, wrapping arms around her. }

“ Thank you… “

{ He speaks, gently, praising the creature. }

[marinesmorallywrongcritter]

// It lets out a soft sound the second he snuggles close. Her hands twitch at he sides before latching on back to Marine. //

// he doesn't even start his fake biting despite the darkness. The closeness was more then enough to keep her content. //

" .. mmhhm.. i-i can listen.. "

// it's a small sound, she hadn't realized before that there were actual benefits to listening to the tall human. //

[marine3-where-am-i]

{ He sighs, pulling up just to take another look around. The situation has died down now. That woman was probably dead. There was no way she could’ve survived that. }

{ It seems to be quiet now. Strangely quiet. }

{ Made sense though, everyone was confused at what was happening. }

{ When they realize all is calm again, they snuggle back into the small creature. }

“ You listen well….Unlike when we first met… “

[marinesmorallywrongcritter]

" .. I do.? Do I really listen well.? "

// the sound wasn't exactly loud like she usually was, but it was very hopeful, like she truly wanted to be 'good' for Marine. //

" .. i-i meam- I've always listened well.! Always! I'm a.. well behaved thing.. "

// The words are said quickly, but quietly nonetheless. It really doesn't wanna break this moment of touch between them and him. Marine's warmth is so very nice- they feel much better then the other anomalies ever did. Maybe humans really were better for more then just kicking out of the store. //

[marinesmorallywrongcritter]

{ Marine stretches, it’s been a long day. It’s almost night now and he’s spent the whole day collecting food. It’s Friday. }

{ He looks to the creature standing behind him. They always knew when it was there. }

“ Hi fishee… “

{ They spoke almost tiredly. }

~ @marine3-where-am-i ~

" hiiii Marin!!!! "

// he said excitedly, doing a half hearted wave and 'staring' up at Marine. //

// he'd spent his day waiting like a sad puppy for them, or perhaps an angry one?? It'd spent the other half of the day growling and vibrating angrily when he saw another anomaly. //

" Yoa were gone so long, what if you were EATEN. "

// she exclaimed loudly despite the fact that it was still technically daytime. He mimicked the stretch awkwardly and almost tumbled but very quickly fixed it. //

[marine3-where-am-i]

{ Marine laughs, kneeling down. They place a hand on its head. }

“ It’s daytime, Fishee, I can’t get eaten. “

{ They smile lightheartedly. }

[marinesmorallywrongcritter]

// They just shook their head quickly a few times, //

" Lies! You'da find a way.. I bet it. "

// he huffed but leaned right into the touch like the loser he was. //

" .. why couldn't I just come?? I'm soooo good. "

// she said a little more quietly, like you'd committed a federal offense. It was theatrical offense, but she 'sniffled' like it was real. //

[marine3-where-am-i]

{ Their smile softened, so cute. How could something so violent be so fucking adorable. }

“ …I’ll start letting you come with me, but i’m gonna have to ‘leash’ you if you do. Despite your cuteness, I know the violence you hold inside that little body of yours… “

{ he shifts their hand to boop where, her nose would be. }

“ Okay? “

[marinesmorallywrongcritter]

// They nodded instantly, very insistently as well, and finally stopped just to squeak out a reply, //

" Yes!! Very okay!! I would love to come along! "

// She almost didn't render the leash AND violence comment, but quickly realized what slander had just been said about him. (It was all definitely true) //

" Uh-! Excuse me! I am not violent, at all! You're the one who's always leaving me here, it's border crueellll. Ropes definitely count as some kind of beating. "

// they shot back immediately after realizing, half of what they said being completely untrue, another theatrical reply, but didn't stay mad for long after feeling the hand on her face. //

[marine3-where-am-i]

{ Marine laughs, now standing up, expecting the other to follow. }

“ I am not abusing you, Fishee- “

{ They begin to maneuver through the high shelves, making it to the base, up high, safe. Marine had taught Fishee how to get up aswell. }

{ Tic. Tic. Tic. Tic. Tic. }

{ BSHT. }

{ Darkness fills the infinite space, the only light being the endless, thousands of lamps. }

“ Another night. “

{ He looks over at the creature. He always has to check. Make sure Fishee doesn’t try to attack him. }

[marinesmorallywrongcritter]

// he immediately whined at being dragged along, a low complaining sound but hardly resisted. His head tilted up to Marine, fully staring at their face when he whimpered out dramatically, //

" .. Fishee does not enjoy when the lights go out."

// It was mostly because of previous techniques to stop her from mauling Marine, but it didn't care, that craving was still there, and so was the fact that they knew Marine wasn't one to hesitate often. //

" .. And you ARE. It counts as that.. being evil or something. "

[marine3-where-am-i]

{ Marine frowns slightly, they sit down on the cold metal, overlooking the ground below and they open an arm. This is an invitation. }

“ I know you hate it… “

{ his smile faintly returns at the other’s comment to their earlier conversation. }

[marinesmorallywrongcritter]

// they immediately drop down beside Marine, curling into his warmth, the one non artificial thing that matters in this building to her. //

" .. 's a little beter with you. You make everythig beter.. "

// it then quickly squirmed their head a little closer to you, doing the familiar motion of attempted bites (jaw moving up and down) at your side and despite failing it contuined, using the fake violence as a makeshift for the instincts he's shoving down for some human. //

" .. I still hate it."

[marine3-where-am-i]

{ Their smile is gentle, soft, loving. }

“ You make it better down here too…. “

{ They wince and beginning to giggle at the motion against his sides. }

“ H-Hey! You little beast, that tickles! “

{ He leans down to lightly kiss Fishee on the head. }

[marinesmorallywrongcritter]

// the motions cease for a small moment at the kiss, the creature completely freezing up before immediately latching onto Marine's sides, short arms curling around them loosely but the grip of it's fingers in Marine's shirt is undeniably comparable to a cat's claws in a scratching post. //

" .. that is completely unfair. Entirey. "

// but the biting stopped entirely, it was very content to just be close. And she supposed it was easier to control the urge to tear when you had a considerably tall cuddle buddy. //

" .. yu mak it so hard to be alone.. "

[marine3-where-am-i]

{ Marine hums, bringing their other arm around to rest on one of the others that sit resting on their waist. }

{ They shift their face down, nuzzling into the shorter creatures shoulder, gently rubbing up and down her arm. }

“ That’s sweet…. “

{ He makes a very quiet, uncomfortable, hesitating sound before speaking once more, now his words coming out quiet instead of straight-forward. }

“ I love you, Fishee. “

[marinesmorallywrongcritter]

// he shivers at the touch but very quickly melts into you, grip loosening just a bit on your clothing. She doesn't quite know the word well yet, but the humans always seem to say it in dramatic or important moments, so they figure it's a high honor. //

" .. i-.. I love you too, Marin.. "

// it says quietly, despite getting his name wrong, Fishee is very happy with the affection and attention. He's calmed almost fully now, body completely lax against them. //

" .. I really do.. "

[marine3-where-am-i]

{ Marine is in that position for a while, still, their chest rising up and down calmly. }

{ He’s asleep. He actually fell asleep. }

[marinesmorallywrongcritter]

// It makes sure to stay asleep. His usually pale face is almost entirely flushed and obvious light red. She'd never been allowed to be near Marine when they slept. It was always kept stuck in-between pallets or tied up. //

" .. oh. "

// he said quietly, but refused to move at all. Not even the fake breathing motions he did to pretend she was truly alive. Nothing. Not another peep. //

// .. was it odd to say that Marine was much cuter asleep.? He looked much less horrifying like this. Just a tad bit more bitable but, still, cuter. //

[marine3-where-am-i]

{ Hours pass. }

{ BSHT. }

{ The lights turn on, the noise starting Marine just the slightest, making them jump. } { They breathe comfortably, taking a moment to take this feeling in just a minute longer. }

{ He then pulls his face away, untangling his hands from his peculiar partner. }

“ Good morning…. “

[marinesmorallywrongcritter]

// he startles at their words, but quickly responds, not doing much to hide the disappointment of losing the extra touch, //

" .. good morning, Marine. "

// he says it quietly as to not force them fully awake, and even goes as far as pronouncing their name correctly. The human really does look much nicer when they aren't tying her up with ropes. //

" .. did you auhm-.. sleep wel.? "

[marine3-where-am-i]

{ They nod, placing a small smooch on your forehead before standing up and stretching. }

“ Very, you are extremely comfortable! “

{ They walk over to their small food stash, grabbing a donut, something to give them energy. }

“ You wanna do something with me to— “

{ BSHT }

{ What? It’s morning. Why did the lights go out. }

“ The hell? “

[marinesmorallywrongcritter]

// It immediately stands up after you, following you to the stand and watching your movements. He freezes up entirely when the lights go out, staring at your face to make sure his own panic isn't unreasonable, //

" .. Marine .? W-what

" .. Marine .? W-what happened..? "

// his heart is thudding obviously in his chest, slight panic seeing both your confusion and his own. //

" .. Marine, what's goig on..?" "

[defnotzilly]

{ Marine looks down, kneeling, gently grabbing her hands. }

“ Sh sh sh… “

{ They glance around, hearing the eerily calm voices of the angry guards begin to rise. Most people in the morning, immediately jump down, or walk out of their bases to go scavenging for supplies or food… }

{ This realization makes him grip their hands just a bit tighter. }

“ damn it… “

{ he murmurs, standing back up to look down. A woman is being chased. He can’t help. The mass that trails behind her would be a death sentence to jump into. He gags as a tall, lanky one grabs the stranger and crushes her shoulder in its grip. }

[marinesmorallywrongcritter]

// he's all too busy staring up at their face when they hold his hands in their grip to care. He almost purrs in satisfaction, //

// .. she doesn't actually. But. Y'know. She's too busy with the fact that another thing just grazed the plot of pallets they were on. She felt EXTREMELY offended by this. //

// it let out a loud, guttural growl that vibrates deep in it's chest before pulling him close like Marine had just been attacked. The growl doesn't leave as he complains, //

"Can you believe the audacity-! He's practically threatening you! I-i should just rip him apart-!! "

[marine3-where-am-i]

{ Marine kneels again, resting his head on the others shoulder, a silent comfort. Reassurance for the feral little critter and to comfort himself. }

“ Fishee, quit. “

{ They say sternly. }

[marinesmorallywrongcritter]

// it pauses, frozen right before another growl, but stops despite it. It huffs silently but it'd rather be good then anger Marine. //

" .. ys siir.. "

// he doesn't even grumble after. Or growl again despite the ache to. //

[marine3-where-am-i]

{ Marine smirks a little, its quickness to surrender was amusing. }

{ Marine snuggles into their neck, wrapping arms around her. }

“ Thank you… “

{ He speaks, gently, praising the creature. }

[marinesmorallywrongcritter]

// It lets out a soft sound the second he snuggles close. Her hands twitch at he sides before latching on back to Marine. //

// he doesn't even start his fake biting despite the darkness. The closeness was more then enough to keep her content. //

" .. mmhhm.. i-i can listen.. "

// it's a small sound, she hadn't realized before that there were actual benefits to listening to the tall human. //

[marinesmorallywrongcritter]

{ Marine stretches, it’s been a long day. It’s almost night now and he’s spent the whole day collecting food. It’s Friday. }

{ He looks to the creature standing behind him. They always knew when it was there. }

“ Hi fishee… “

{ They spoke almost tiredly. }

~ @marine3-where-am-i ~

" hiiii Marin!!!! "

// he said excitedly, doing a half hearted wave and 'staring' up at Marine. //

// he'd spent his day waiting like a sad puppy for them, or perhaps an angry one?? It'd spent the other half of the day growling and vibrating angrily when he saw another anomaly. //

" Yoa were gone so long, what if you were EATEN. "

// she exclaimed loudly despite the fact that it was still technically daytime. He mimicked the stretch awkwardly and almost tumbled but very quickly fixed it. //

[marine3-where-am-i]

{ Marine laughs, kneeling down. They place a hand on its head. }

“ It’s daytime, Fishee, I can’t get eaten. “

{ They smile lightheartedly. }

[marinesmorallywrongcritter]

// They just shook their head quickly a few times, //

" Lies! You'da find a way.. I bet it. "

// he huffed but leaned right into the touch like the loser he was. //

" .. why couldn't I just come?? I'm soooo good. "

// she said a little more quietly, like you'd committed a federal offense. It was theatrical offense, but she 'sniffled' like it was real. //

[marine3-where-am-i]

{ Their smile softened, so cute. How could something so violent be so fucking adorable. }

“ …I’ll start letting you come with me, but i’m gonna have to ‘leash’ you if you do. Despite your cuteness, I know the violence you hold inside that little body of yours… “

{ he shifts their hand to boop where, her nose would be. }

“ Okay? “

[marinesmorallywrongcritter]

// They nodded instantly, very insistently as well, and finally stopped just to squeak out a reply, //

" Yes!! Very okay!! I would love to come along! "

// She almost didn't render the leash AND violence comment, but quickly realized what slander had just been said about him. (It was all definitely true) //

" Uh-! Excuse me! I am not violent, at all! You're the one who's always leaving me here, it's border crueellll. Ropes definitely count as some kind of beating. "

// they shot back immediately after realizing, half of what they said being completely untrue, another theatrical reply, but didn't stay mad for long after feeling the hand on her face. //

[marine3-where-am-i]

{ Marine laughs, now standing up, expecting the other to follow. }

“ I am not abusing you, Fishee- “

{ They begin to maneuver through the high shelves, making it to the base, up high, safe. Marine had taught Fishee how to get up aswell. }

{ Tic. Tic. Tic. Tic. Tic. }

{ BSHT. }

{ Darkness fills the infinite space, the only light being the endless, thousands of lamps. }

“ Another night. “

{ He looks over at the creature. He always has to check. Make sure Fishee doesn’t try to attack him. }

[marinesmorallywrongcritter]

// he immediately whined at being dragged along, a low complaining sound but hardly resisted. His head tilted up to Marine, fully staring at their face when he whimpered out dramatically, //

" .. Fishee does not enjoy when the lights go out."

// It was mostly because of previous techniques to stop her from mauling Marine, but it didn't care, that craving was still there, and so was the fact that they knew Marine wasn't one to hesitate often. //

" .. And you ARE. It counts as that.. being evil or something. "

[marine3-where-am-i]

{ Marine frowns slightly, they sit down on the cold metal, overlooking the ground below and they open an arm. This is an invitation. }

“ I know you hate it… “

{ his smile faintly returns at the other’s comment to their earlier conversation. }

[marinesmorallywrongcritter]

// they immediately drop down beside Marine, curling into his warmth, the one non artificial thing that matters in this building to her. //

" .. 's a little beter with you. You make everythig beter.. "

// it then quickly squirmed their head a little closer to you, doing the familiar motion of attempted bites (jaw moving up and down) at your side and despite failing it contuined, using the fake violence as a makeshift for the instincts he's shoving down for some human. //

" .. I still hate it."

[marine3-where-am-i]

{ Their smile is gentle, soft, loving. }

“ You make it better down here too…. “

{ They wince and beginning to giggle at the motion against his sides. }

“ H-Hey! You little beast, that tickles! “

{ He leans down to lightly kiss Fishee on the head. }

[marinesmorallywrongcritter]

// the motions cease for a small moment at the kiss, the creature completely freezing up before immediately latching onto Marine's sides, short arms curling around them loosely but the grip of it's fingers in Marine's shirt is undeniably comparable to a cat's claws in a scratching post. //

" .. that is completely unfair. Entirey. "

// but the biting stopped entirely, it was very content to just be close. And she supposed it was easier to control the urge to tear when you had a considerably tall cuddle buddy. //

" .. yu mak it so hard to be alone.. "

[marine3-where-am-i]

{ Marine hums, bringing their other arm around to rest on one of the others that sit resting on their waist. }

{ They shift their face down, nuzzling into the shorter creatures shoulder, gently rubbing up and down her arm. }

“ That’s sweet…. “

{ He makes a very quiet, uncomfortable, hesitating sound before speaking once more, now his words coming out quiet instead of straight-forward. }

“ I love you, Fishee. “

[marinesmorallywrongcritter]

// he shivers at the touch but very quickly melts into you, grip loosening just a bit on your clothing. She doesn't quite know the word well yet, but the humans always seem to say it in dramatic or important moments, so they figure it's a high honor. //

" .. i-.. I love you too, Marin.. "

// it says quietly, despite getting his name wrong, Fishee is very happy with the affection and attention. He's calmed almost fully now, body completely lax against them. //

" .. I really do.. "

[marine3-where-am-i]

{ Marine is in that position for a while, still, their chest rising up and down calmly. }

{ He’s asleep. He actually fell asleep. }

[marinesmorallywrongcritter]

// It makes sure to stay asleep. His usually pale face is almost entirely flushed and obvious light red. She'd never been allowed to be near Marine when they slept. It was always kept stuck in-between pallets or tied up. //

" .. oh. "

// he said quietly, but refused to move at all. Not even the fake breathing motions he did to pretend she was truly alive. Nothing. Not another peep. //

// .. was it odd to say that Marine was much cuter asleep.? He looked much less horrifying like this. Just a tad bit more bitable but, still, cuter. //

[marine3-where-am-i]

{ Hours pass. }

{ BSHT. }

{ The lights turn on, the noise starting Marine just the slightest, making them jump. } { They breathe comfortably, taking a moment to take this feeling in just a minute longer. }

{ He then pulls his face away, untangling his hands from his peculiar partner. }

“ Good morning…. “

[marinesmorallywrongcritter]

// he startles at their words, but quickly responds, not doing much to hide the disappointment of losing the extra touch, //

" .. good morning, Marine. "

// he says it quietly as to not force them fully awake, and even goes as far as pronouncing their name correctly. The human really does look much nicer when they aren't tying her up with ropes. //

" .. did you auhm-.. sleep wel.? "

[marine3-where-am-i]

{ They nod, placing a small smooch on your forehead before standing up and stretching. }

“ Very, you are extremely comfortable! “

{ They walk over to their small food stash, grabbing a donut, something to give them energy. }

“ You wanna do something with me to— “

{ BSHT }

{ What? It’s morning. Why did the lights go out. }

“ The hell? “

[marinesmorallywrongcritter]

// It immediately stands up after you, following you to the stand and watching your movements. He freezes up entirely when the lights go out, staring at your face to make sure his own panic isn't unreasonable, //

" .. Marine .? W-what

" .. Marine .? W-what happened..? "

// his heart is thudding obviously in his chest, slight panic seeing both your confusion and his own. //

" .. Marine, what's goig on..?" "

[defnotzilly]

{ Marine looks down, kneeling, gently grabbing her hands. }

“ Sh sh sh… “

{ They glance around, hearing the eerily calm voices of the angry guards begin to rise. Most people in the morning, immediately jump down, or walk out of their bases to go scavenging for supplies or food… }

{ This realization makes him grip their hands just a bit tighter. }

“ damn it… “

{ he murmurs, standing back up to look down. A woman is being chased. He can’t help. The mass that trails behind her would be a death sentence to jump into. He gags as a tall, lanky one grabs the stranger and crushes her shoulder in its grip. }

[marinesmorallywrongcritter]

// he's all too busy staring up at their face when they hold his hands in their grip to care. He almost purrs in satisfaction, //

// .. she doesn't actually. But. Y'know. She's too busy with the fact that another thing just grazed the plot of pallets they were on. She felt EXTREMELY offended by this. //

// it let out a loud, guttural growl that vibrates deep in it's chest before pulling him close like Marine had just been attacked. The growl doesn't leave as he complains, //

"Can you believe the audacity-! He's practically threatening you! I-i should just rip him apart-!! "

[marine3-where-am-i]

{ Marine kneels again, resting his head on the others shoulder, a silent comfort. Reassurance for the feral little critter and to comfort himself. }

“ Fishee, quit. “

{ They say sternly. }

[marinesmorallywrongcritter]

// it pauses, frozen right before another growl, but stops despite it. It huffs silently but it'd rather be good then anger Marine. //

" .. ys siir.. "

// he doesn't even grumble after. Or growl again despite the ache to. //

[marinesmorallywrongcritter]

{ Marine stretches, it’s been a long day. It’s almost night now and he’s spent the whole day collecting food. It’s Friday. }

{ He looks to the creature standing behind him. They always knew when it was there. }

“ Hi fishee… “

{ They spoke almost tiredly. }

~ @marine3-where-am-i ~

" hiiii Marin!!!! "

// he said excitedly, doing a half hearted wave and 'staring' up at Marine. //

// he'd spent his day waiting like a sad puppy for them, or perhaps an angry one?? It'd spent the other half of the day growling and vibrating angrily when he saw another anomaly. //

" Yoa were gone so long, what if you were EATEN. "

// she exclaimed loudly despite the fact that it was still technically daytime. He mimicked the stretch awkwardly and almost tumbled but very quickly fixed it. //

[marine3-where-am-i]

{ Marine laughs, kneeling down. They place a hand on its head. }

“ It’s daytime, Fishee, I can’t get eaten. “

{ They smile lightheartedly. }

[marinesmorallywrongcritter]

// They just shook their head quickly a few times, //

" Lies! You'da find a way.. I bet it. "

// he huffed but leaned right into the touch like the loser he was. //

" .. why couldn't I just come?? I'm soooo good. "

// she said a little more quietly, like you'd committed a federal offense. It was theatrical offense, but she 'sniffled' like it was real. //

[marine3-where-am-i]

{ Their smile softened, so cute. How could something so violent be so fucking adorable. }

“ …I’ll start letting you come with me, but i’m gonna have to ‘leash’ you if you do. Despite your cuteness, I know the violence you hold inside that little body of yours… “

{ he shifts their hand to boop where, her nose would be. }

“ Okay? “

[marinesmorallywrongcritter]

// They nodded instantly, very insistently as well, and finally stopped just to squeak out a reply, //

" Yes!! Very okay!! I would love to come along! "

// She almost didn't render the leash AND violence comment, but quickly realized what slander had just been said about him. (It was all definitely true) //

" Uh-! Excuse me! I am not violent, at all! You're the one who's always leaving me here, it's border crueellll. Ropes definitely count as some kind of beating. "

// they shot back immediately after realizing, half of what they said being completely untrue, another theatrical reply, but didn't stay mad for long after feeling the hand on her face. //

[marine3-where-am-i]

{ Marine laughs, now standing up, expecting the other to follow. }

“ I am not abusing you, Fishee- “

{ They begin to maneuver through the high shelves, making it to the base, up high, safe. Marine had taught Fishee how to get up aswell. }

{ Tic. Tic. Tic. Tic. Tic. }

{ BSHT. }

{ Darkness fills the infinite space, the only light being the endless, thousands of lamps. }

“ Another night. “

{ He looks over at the creature. He always has to check. Make sure Fishee doesn’t try to attack him. }

[marinesmorallywrongcritter]

// he immediately whined at being dragged along, a low complaining sound but hardly resisted. His head tilted up to Marine, fully staring at their face when he whimpered out dramatically, //

" .. Fishee does not enjoy when the lights go out."

// It was mostly because of previous techniques to stop her from mauling Marine, but it didn't care, that craving was still there, and so was the fact that they knew Marine wasn't one to hesitate often. //

" .. And you ARE. It counts as that.. being evil or something. "

[marine3-where-am-i]

{ Marine frowns slightly, they sit down on the cold metal, overlooking the ground below and they open an arm. This is an invitation. }

“ I know you hate it… “

{ his smile faintly returns at the other’s comment to their earlier conversation. }

[marinesmorallywrongcritter]

// they immediately drop down beside Marine, curling into his warmth, the one non artificial thing that matters in this building to her. //

" .. 's a little beter with you. You make everythig beter.. "

// it then quickly squirmed their head a little closer to you, doing the familiar motion of attempted bites (jaw moving up and down) at your side and despite failing it contuined, using the fake violence as a makeshift for the instincts he's shoving down for some human. //

" .. I still hate it."

[marine3-where-am-i]

{ Their smile is gentle, soft, loving. }

“ You make it better down here too…. “

{ They wince and beginning to giggle at the motion against his sides. }

“ H-Hey! You little beast, that tickles! “

{ He leans down to lightly kiss Fishee on the head. }

[marinesmorallywrongcritter]

// the motions cease for a small moment at the kiss, the creature completely freezing up before immediately latching onto Marine's sides, short arms curling around them loosely but the grip of it's fingers in Marine's shirt is undeniably comparable to a cat's claws in a scratching post. //

" .. that is completely unfair. Entirey. "

// but the biting stopped entirely, it was very content to just be close. And she supposed it was easier to control the urge to tear when you had a considerably tall cuddle buddy. //

" .. yu mak it so hard to be alone.. "

[marine3-where-am-i]

{ Marine hums, bringing their other arm around to rest on one of the others that sit resting on their waist. }

{ They shift their face down, nuzzling into the shorter creatures shoulder, gently rubbing up and down her arm. }

“ That’s sweet…. “

{ He makes a very quiet, uncomfortable, hesitating sound before speaking once more, now his words coming out quiet instead of straight-forward. }

“ I love you, Fishee. “

[marinesmorallywrongcritter]

// he shivers at the touch but very quickly melts into you, grip loosening just a bit on your clothing. She doesn't quite know the word well yet, but the humans always seem to say it in dramatic or important moments, so they figure it's a high honor. //

" .. i-.. I love you too, Marin.. "

// it says quietly, despite getting his name wrong, Fishee is very happy with the affection and attention. He's calmed almost fully now, body completely lax against them. //

" .. I really do.. "

[marine3-where-am-i]

{ Marine is in that position for a while, still, their chest rising up and down calmly. }

{ He’s asleep. He actually fell asleep. }

[marinesmorallywrongcritter]

// It makes sure to stay asleep. His usually pale face is almost entirely flushed and obvious light red. She'd never been allowed to be near Marine when they slept. It was always kept stuck in-between pallets or tied up. //

" .. oh. "

// he said quietly, but refused to move at all. Not even the fake breathing motions he did to pretend she was truly alive. Nothing. Not another peep. //

// .. was it odd to say that Marine was much cuter asleep.? He looked much less horrifying like this. Just a tad bit more bitable but, still, cuter. //

[marine3-where-am-i]

{ Hours pass. }

{ BSHT. }

{ The lights turn on, the noise starting Marine just the slightest, making them jump. } { They breathe comfortably, taking a moment to take this feeling in just a minute longer. }

{ He then pulls his face away, untangling his hands from his peculiar partner. }

“ Good morning…. “

[marinesmorallywrongcritter]

// he startles at their words, but quickly responds, not doing much to hide the disappointment of losing the extra touch, //

" .. good morning, Marine. "

// he says it quietly as to not force them fully awake, and even goes as far as pronouncing their name correctly. The human really does look much nicer when they aren't tying her up with ropes. //

" .. did you auhm-.. sleep wel.? "

[marine3-where-am-i]

{ They nod, placing a small smooch on your forehead before standing up and stretching. }

“ Very, you are extremely comfortable! “

{ They walk over to their small food stash, grabbing a donut, something to give them energy. }

“ You wanna do something with me to— “

{ BSHT }

{ What? It’s morning. Why did the lights go out. }

“ The hell? “

[marinesmorallywrongcritter]

// It immediately stands up after you, following you to the stand and watching your movements. He freezes up entirely when the lights go out, staring at your face to make sure his own panic isn't unreasonable, //

" .. Marine .? W-what

" .. Marine .? W-what happened..? "

// his heart is thudding obviously in his chest, slight panic seeing both your confusion and his own. //

" .. Marine, what's goig on..?" "

[defnotzilly]

{ Marine looks down, kneeling, gently grabbing her hands. }

“ Sh sh sh… “

{ They glance around, hearing the eerily calm voices of the angry guards begin to rise. Most people in the morning, immediately jump down, or walk out of their bases to go scavenging for supplies or food… }

{ This realization makes him grip their hands just a bit tighter. }

“ damn it… “

{ he murmurs, standing back up to look down. A woman is being chased. He can’t help. The mass that trails behind her would be a death sentence to jump into. He gags as a tall, lanky one grabs the stranger and crushes her shoulder in its grip. }

[marinesmorallywrongcritter]

// he's all too busy staring up at their face when they hold his hands in their grip to care. He almost purrs in satisfaction, //

// .. she doesn't actually. But. Y'know. She's too busy with the fact that another thing just grazed the plot of pallets they were on. She felt EXTREMELY offended by this. //

// it let out a loud, guttural growl that vibrates deep in it's chest before pulling him close like Marine had just been attacked. The growl doesn't leave as he complains, //

"Can you believe the audacity-! He's practically threatening you! I-i should just rip him apart-!! "

[marinesmorallywrongcritter]

{ Marine stretches, it’s been a long day. It’s almost night now and he’s spent the whole day collecting food. It’s Friday. }

{ He looks to the creature standing behind him. They always knew when it was there. }

“ Hi fishee… “

{ They spoke almost tiredly. }

~ @marine3-where-am-i ~

" hiiii Marin!!!! "

// he said excitedly, doing a half hearted wave and 'staring' up at Marine. //

// he'd spent his day waiting like a sad puppy for them, or perhaps an angry one?? It'd spent the other half of the day growling and vibrating angrily when he saw another anomaly. //

" Yoa were gone so long, what if you were EATEN. "

// she exclaimed loudly despite the fact that it was still technically daytime. He mimicked the stretch awkwardly and almost tumbled but very quickly fixed it. //

[marine3-where-am-i]

{ Marine laughs, kneeling down. They place a hand on its head. }

“ It’s daytime, Fishee, I can’t get eaten. “

{ They smile lightheartedly. }

[marinesmorallywrongcritter]

// They just shook their head quickly a few times, //

" Lies! You'da find a way.. I bet it. "

// he huffed but leaned right into the touch like the loser he was. //

" .. why couldn't I just come?? I'm soooo good. "

// she said a little more quietly, like you'd committed a federal offense. It was theatrical offense, but she 'sniffled' like it was real. //

[marine3-where-am-i]

{ Their smile softened, so cute. How could something so violent be so fucking adorable. }

“ …I’ll start letting you come with me, but i’m gonna have to ‘leash’ you if you do. Despite your cuteness, I know the violence you hold inside that little body of yours… “

{ he shifts their hand to boop where, her nose would be. }

“ Okay? “

[marinesmorallywrongcritter]

// They nodded instantly, very insistently as well, and finally stopped just to squeak out a reply, //

" Yes!! Very okay!! I would love to come along! "

// She almost didn't render the leash AND violence comment, but quickly realized what slander had just been said about him. (It was all definitely true) //

" Uh-! Excuse me! I am not violent, at all! You're the one who's always leaving me here, it's border crueellll. Ropes definitely count as some kind of beating. "

// they shot back immediately after realizing, half of what they said being completely untrue, another theatrical reply, but didn't stay mad for long after feeling the hand on her face. //

[marine3-where-am-i]

{ Marine laughs, now standing up, expecting the other to follow. }

“ I am not abusing you, Fishee- “

{ They begin to maneuver through the high shelves, making it to the base, up high, safe. Marine had taught Fishee how to get up aswell. }

{ Tic. Tic. Tic. Tic. Tic. }

{ BSHT. }

{ Darkness fills the infinite space, the only light being the endless, thousands of lamps. }

“ Another night. “

{ He looks over at the creature. He always has to check. Make sure Fishee doesn’t try to attack him. }

[marinesmorallywrongcritter]

// he immediately whined at being dragged along, a low complaining sound but hardly resisted. His head tilted up to Marine, fully staring at their face when he whimpered out dramatically, //

" .. Fishee does not enjoy when the lights go out."

// It was mostly because of previous techniques to stop her from mauling Marine, but it didn't care, that craving was still there, and so was the fact that they knew Marine wasn't one to hesitate often. //

" .. And you ARE. It counts as that.. being evil or something. "

[marine3-where-am-i]

{ Marine frowns slightly, they sit down on the cold metal, overlooking the ground below and they open an arm. This is an invitation. }

“ I know you hate it… “

{ his smile faintly returns at the other’s comment to their earlier conversation. }

[marinesmorallywrongcritter]

// they immediately drop down beside Marine, curling into his warmth, the one non artificial thing that matters in this building to her. //

" .. 's a little beter with you. You make everythig beter.. "

// it then quickly squirmed their head a little closer to you, doing the familiar motion of attempted bites (jaw moving up and down) at your side and despite failing it contuined, using the fake violence as a makeshift for the instincts he's shoving down for some human. //

" .. I still hate it."

[marine3-where-am-i]

{ Their smile is gentle, soft, loving. }

“ You make it better down here too…. “

{ They wince and beginning to giggle at the motion against his sides. }

“ H-Hey! You little beast, that tickles! “

{ He leans down to lightly kiss Fishee on the head. }

[marinesmorallywrongcritter]

// the motions cease for a small moment at the kiss, the creature completely freezing up before immediately latching onto Marine's sides, short arms curling around them loosely but the grip of it's fingers in Marine's shirt is undeniably comparable to a cat's claws in a scratching post. //

" .. that is completely unfair. Entirey. "

// but the biting stopped entirely, it was very content to just be close. And she supposed it was easier to control the urge to tear when you had a considerably tall cuddle buddy. //

" .. yu mak it so hard to be alone.. "

[marine3-where-am-i]

{ Marine hums, bringing their other arm around to rest on one of the others that sit resting on their waist. }

{ They shift their face down, nuzzling into the shorter creatures shoulder, gently rubbing up and down her arm. }

“ That’s sweet…. “

{ He makes a very quiet, uncomfortable, hesitating sound before speaking once more, now his words coming out quiet instead of straight-forward. }

“ I love you, Fishee. “

[marinesmorallywrongcritter]

// he shivers at the touch but very quickly melts into you, grip loosening just a bit on your clothing. She doesn't quite know the word well yet, but the humans always seem to say it in dramatic or important moments, so they figure it's a high honor. //

" .. i-.. I love you too, Marin.. "

// it says quietly, despite getting his name wrong, Fishee is very happy with the affection and attention. He's calmed almost fully now, body completely lax against them. //

" .. I really do.. "

[marine3-where-am-i]

{ Marine is in that position for a while, still, their chest rising up and down calmly. }

{ He’s asleep. He actually fell asleep. }

[marinesmorallywrongcritter]

// It makes sure to stay asleep. His usually pale face is almost entirely flushed and obvious light red. She'd never been allowed to be near Marine when they slept. It was always kept stuck in-between pallets or tied up. //

" .. oh. "

// he said quietly, but refused to move at all. Not even the fake breathing motions he did to pretend she was truly alive. Nothing. Not another peep. //

// .. was it odd to say that Marine was much cuter asleep.? He looked much less horrifying like this. Just a tad bit more bitable but, still, cuter. //

[marine3-where-am-i]

{ Hours pass. }

{ BSHT. }

{ The lights turn on, the noise starting Marine just the slightest, making them jump. } { They breathe comfortably, taking a moment to take this feeling in just a minute longer. }

{ He then pulls his face away, untangling his hands from his peculiar partner. }

“ Good morning…. “

[marinesmorallywrongcritter]

// he startles at their words, but quickly responds, not doing much to hide the disappointment of losing the extra touch, //

" .. good morning, Marine. "

// he says it quietly as to not force them fully awake, and even goes as far as pronouncing their name correctly. The human really does look much nicer when they aren't tying her up with ropes. //

" .. did you auhm-.. sleep wel.? "

[marine3-where-am-i]

{ They nod, placing a small smooch on your forehead before standing up and stretching. }

“ Very, you are extremely comfortable! “

{ They walk over to their small food stash, grabbing a donut, something to give them energy. }

“ You wanna do something with me to— “

{ BSHT }

{ What? It’s morning. Why did the lights go out. }

“ The hell? “

[marinesmorallywrongcritter]

// It immediately stands up after you, following you to the stand and watching your movements. He freezes up entirely when the lights go out, staring at your face to make sure his own panic isn't unreasonable, //

" .. Marine .? W-what

" .. Marine .? W-what happened..? "

// his heart is thudding obviously in his chest, slight panic seeing both your confusion and his own. //

" .. Marine, what's goig on..?" "