oh, bats!

[mavisolas]

location: johnny's apartment.

starter for: @wildcstwinter (johnny)

It had been some time since the news released the missing persons list. Though the bat was relieved to see Johhny wasn't on it, she couldn't help but to be curious. If something had happened to him now after he came all this way to find her, she wasn't sure if she could live a life with that kind of a guilt. Especially an immortal one. And of course she still cared, but what was the boundaries between exes? She had never had one before, was it too soon to talk to him? Was she allowed to even talk to him at all? Maybe her dad was right, this human stuff was confusing. Either way she still ended up on his doorstep. Treading lightly and wanting to sink into her over sized hoodie she brought her knuckles to the door and waited with baited breath.

[frankenhxmie]

maybe he was reading too far into things but... as the pair drew back, and johnny got to see her face ( albeit it was lit up by excessive lasers and simultaneously clouded by fog ) he couldn't help but feel... sad. excitement was pulsing through him so intensely it was like he was being electrocuted, but now the sparks started to almost hurt. his muscles ached from fatigue he thought he had recovered from, shins splinted and feet sore from backpacking across thousands of miles just to find her, and suddenly weight felt heavy on his knees as his elated expression melted into one a bit more somber. johnny wore his heart on his sleeve, he always had, and masking any emotion, whether it be fear or sadness or delight, was not a skill he had mastered. now wasn't an exception, even with the music blaring around them and the club raging from corner to corner. mavis didn't answer his question about the tears being happy ones, and while he tried to keep smiling, it faltered — strained. it no longer matched his eyes as confusion flashed in them instead, a sense of dread starting to wind around his ribs, discomfort making the vodka redbull he had indulged in come right up his throat. ❛ uh... uh yeah, mav, one sec... ❜ he muttered, pushing his weight up to walk back into the booth, making quick work on his computer to queue up a couple of songs before letting the bouncer behind him know he was running out for a second. looking back at mavis he slipped his headphones off from around his neck and set them next to his board, johnny walked back towards her with hands shoved in his pockets. well, this wasn't the reunion he was expecting and... johnny may not be the smartest guy around but, he knew mavis. something was wrong, something was bothering her — and he had a feeling that whatever it was ?? she didn't want to tell him... which made the room spin as he nodded towards one of the doors that lead to outside. johnny needed the air right now. ❛ we can uh, go out back. i queued up a few songs so... we've got some time before my bossman realizes i'm gone.❜

[mavisolas]

with each passing moment the guilt was beginning to eat her alive. only nodding in response as she watched him hop back on stage to queue a couple of songs. glancing around noticing how many people were staring at them--her. the weight of their stares were heavy, unbearable even. mavis began to swipe the tears away from her face with her sleeve but her face remained damp. when he returned she tried to swallow the lump in her throat. "okay, cool." she said nothing else as she turned on her heels and made her way out the backdoor probably meant for staff only. once the cold air whipped against her face, she closed her eyes. the night air was crisp and cool and though her respiratory system was no longer in working condition, it felt like she could finally breathe. she needed this moment of silence to compile her thoughts--what she was about to say. When she turned again to find a rather confused johhny she finally came out with what she'd been dreading to say. "there's someone else."

mavis didn't know what to expect, zings were rare and here she was telling someone she had once loved that what they had wasn't real. that wasn't true of course, but she knew thats how he'd take it. "before you think i'm some monster just let me explain, okay? this--is all my fault. so please do not place the blame on yourself. i just couldn't stay in transylvania any second longer. not when every moment in that castle felt suffocating. my whole life i was taught humans were evil--awful, ignorant things. then you stumbled into my life and proved my father wrong. even with all this proof my father would've never accepted us, even after our initial zing he just proved to be more spiteful about our relationship. I didn't know what else to do, i was frustrated when i left, i felt that leaving was the best decision for everyone. that i couldn't hurt him anymore, or hurt you." she paused the tears streaming down her face once again. she was positive that if her heart could beat that it would be breaking. "i left johnny...because i didn't want to be found."

[mavisolas]

why don't you love johnny?

"It's not that I don't, I do. It's complicated, okay? I'll always have love for him, he was my zing. That's something I won't ever forget. I just think I'm not the same person I was before coming to evermore. I changed, and it wouldn't be fair to him. Sometimes if you love someone you should let them go."

[zerofcksgvn]

@mavisolas (location Hotel Transylvania maybe?)

Zane had been a tremendous fucking coward, he knew that, he didn't need anyone else to tell him. It had kept him up at night, finally getting a chance to show Mavis how he felt and then... bailing after what was probably the best kiss of his life. Zane knew it wasn't to do with Mertle--those feelings, those memories had burned into cinders a long time ago and yet something kept him from giving Mavis everything he so desperately wanted to give. In his mind he contemplated what to do for days, rehearsed his speech in the mirror until it was second nature and bought the biggest bouquet of flowers he could carry, marching towards the woman he knew he loved. -- He just needed the balls to tell her that.

"I fucked up-- and you probably hate me, but I just need to you know why." he managed to croak out, his throat closing up at the sight of her beauty. "I have liked you for so long and I was so scared you would find out and it would ruin our friendship.. and then we kissed-- and it changed my world. Mavis I couldn't believe you kissed me!" he continued, a little laugh of surprise at the memory escaping him. "And I got scared because... I ruin everything. I mess up simple coffee orders and laundry and-- my last relationship.. not that you'd want to be in a relationship with me.. but if you did... Mavis I would try so hard to everything right this time." he dared step a little closer sucking in a deep breath and he willed himself to say it. "I uh.. I think I'm-- no, I know that I am in love with you..-- is that okay?"

[mavisolas]

Mavis had never been the pushy type. She hadn't seen Zane since their kiss but he probably had a good reason for keeping to himself. She had never known him to be spiteful or cold spirited so whatever it was that was keeping him away--she knew he'd tell her sooner or later. She missed him but his distance gave her time to mull over Johnny showing up out of the blue. She felt awful, for one too many things but what she wasn't sorry for was how she felt about Zane. At the time Johnny came into her life shew knew little about the world--watching from her gothic tower as strangers experienced life without hesitation, without a leash. her father meant well but it was a gilded cage nonetheless, and here came a human boy. someone offering kindness for the first time, a light in the dark. mavis knew she loved him, but maybe not in the way she loved zane. without restraint, and the bellowing opinions of her father. She got to experience being alive on her own terms and it led her right to Zane.

Mavis wasn't sure what she was more surprised at seeing, the huge bouquet of flowers or the ghost himself. She kept her feet planted, though all she wanted to do was cover him in kisses. She'd listen to what he had to say first--a smile beaming from ear to ear as he spoke. Blinking slowly at his declaration of love, almost forgetting they had done all but said the words. Her love for him burned so brightly that she cursed herself for not saying it sooner. “First of all you didn’t fuck anything up, and I could never hate you.” Though she couldn’t say the same for her once he knew about her past with Johnny. She understood his fear, it was a worry of her own as they teetered over the edge of being just more than friends. Mavis didn’t even let him catch his breath before she captured his lips with hers, a hand snaking up to rest atop his chest, fingers wrapping desperately around the fabric of his shirt. Even as they kissed she couldn’t help but to smile, her heart skipping a step as they did. Pulling away slightly to press light feathered kisses all around his face, his cheeks, chin, and nose. “Does that answer your question?” She asked, voice soft as her eyes met his in adoration.

[frankenhxmie]

johnny was too lost in his excitement, not even the unforgiving bass of the remix he was currently playing enough to distract him from the symphony of relief that swelled in his chest upon seeing mavis. johnny had kept count of the days he had spent looking for her — well, he had to restart a few times because he kept getting the numbers mixed up or forgetting what day he was on — but that was besides the point. none of it mattered because he had found her !! now they could work together to get out of this down and back to the hotel. mavis would smooth things over with dracula and they'd be right back where they were like nothing had ever changed. his excitement flickered when sadness encompassed her features, tilting his head; ❛ uh... mavis ?? are you crying ?? are those like... happy tears ?? ❜ johnny inquired, not as delicate as he would have liked to given how loud the environment around them was, confusion written on his face. at her question he blew air through his lips, waving a dismissive hand; ❛ uh, duh, of course i did. you only get your zing once, mav, i had to find— ❜ his words were cut off when her body launched forward into his, damn near falling back on his ass, but not hesitating to wrap his arms around her waist and hold her close. johnny was never the best with emotions, but he felt his own relief coating his throat so thickly it felt like he couldn't breathe... that and the fact she was squeezing him and was much stronger than she had ever given herself credit for. laughing softly, the man shook his head; ❛ don't be sorry, ❜ he reassured her, quiet but loud enough to be heard over the music, pressing his cheek atop the crown of her head, his voice hoarse as it croaked with alleviation. ❛ — it was worth it. i'd do anything to make sure you were safe.❜

[mavisolas]

for the first time mavis was speechless. no quick wip from her, or some bubbling question of curiosity about his journey here. she couldn't even enjoy this reunion knowing guilt was consuming her body like a rock solid weight, pulling her down. not to mention her senses were being overwhelmed by the fog--the loud music. everything in her screaming to run, but she had done that before and look where it got her. there would be no more running. the bat couldn't even answer him, only slightly moving her head back and forth against the crook of his neck. she felt like a child, having a meltdown. zing. he said it again, she wished he stopped saying it. she needed to get out of here before her breathing reached hyperventilation territory. her parents had zinged, and she knew through and through that they were meant to be. but what did that say of her and johnny? if they had zinged, if what they had was real...why did she fall for Zane? he was being too kind, to the point mavis felt like she was going to suffocate. if he only knew, then he'd see her for the monster she truly was. she left herself be selfish for a moment, staying silent as they held each other. knowing they had probably caused a scene, feeling the weight of a thousands stares upon them. she pulled away slightly, cold hand reaching to caress his cheek as tears stung her eyes. she didn't know which was worse, breaking his heart or knowing he had came all this way for her and now he couldn't leave. she cleared her throat, trying to speak over the speakers though her voice was still weak and wobbly. "can we--um go somewhere more quiet and talk?"

[frankenhxmie]

❛ — whaaaaattttt ?? i — hold on, the fog, ❜ johnny laughed, waving his hands frantically at the space between them, amusement lacing his features as his blurred vision struggled to focus on the source of the voice currently attempting to talk to him. maybe he should stop indulging in the complimentary vodka-redbulls peter threw his way while he was working. made it super duper hard to focus, even harder than it already was. dropping his headphones fully around his neck, johnny stepped to the side, crouching down so he could get as close as possible to the stranger. ❛ one more time, dude, i think i can — ❜ but he was looking up and... hollllyyy shit. ❛ m-mavis ?! ❜ the man blinked, astonishment glazing his features, a multitude of emotions beginning to swell inside of him to the point where he thought he'd vomit. maybe it was the drinks... no, wait.... it wasn't. johnny stared at the brunette, disbelief on his features, having the most delayed reaction possible as he just GAPED at the vampire he had spent the last god-knows-how-long searching for. ❛ woah, i ... i feel like you just sucked all the blood out of my body with your eyes.... is that really you?? ❜ he reached out to poke her cheek, eyes falling wide as he came in contact with cool-to-the-touch flesh. ❛ it's... it's really you. ❜ elation decorated johnny's expression, eyes seeming to shine even brighter than the lazers flashing unforgivably around them. ❛ mavis !! it really is you !! in the... in the vampire version of flesh !! man, i've been lookin' all over for you, zing... literally all over. i walked for like... days. i thought i was going to have to start eatin' my own fingers or something til i got stuck in this town.❜

[mavisolas]

his laughter--mavi's heart crumpled. she had missed it, the way the sound could reverberate off the walls, making anyone smile. she didn't know what to do with her body--what to do in this situation. telling herself months ago that him showing up would be next to impossible. how was she even going to explain this to zane, she didn't like talking about home, it made her too sad. and now that johhny was here she was like a deer standing in the middle of oncoming traffic. her throat was tightening, heart racing, and she literally felt like she was going to die. tears now streaming, not being able to contain the overflow of emotions that tugged at her heart strings. doing nothing but nodding at his words when the acknowledgment finally soaked in, that they were both truly here. her senses were being over ridded-- he was so close his smell--seeing him, she wanted to throw up. honestly surprised with herself that was still standing by how hysterical she felt. "surprise." mavis barely choked out, a sorrowful smile achingly pulling at her lips. zing. that was it, that was enough to crush her, wishing for her death to be swift and hoping the earth itself would collapse and swallow her whole. even amidst tears he made her laugh--"there's so much I wanna tell you--need to tell you. b-but you did that for me? came all this way looking for me?" in an instant she collided into him, arms tightly wrapped around him, knowing he was probably the only thing keeping her standing up straight at this point. maybe she shouldn't be doing this, maybe this was her being selfish...maybe it didn't matter and she was already damned anyway. she couldn't hold it back now, sobbing into the crook of his neck. "i-im so sorry. for all of this."

[frankenhxmie]

open starter: @evermorehqsstart !! location: neverland

❛ WHAT ?? ❜ johnny yelled over the music currently blasting from the speakers, moving one of his headphones off of his ear and leaning in closer so he could hear whatever it is the other was requesting better, leaning away from his mixing board. ❛ sorry man, the new speakers are going craaazzzyyy. decibels are at like a level ka-jillion right now. you gotta speak louder, dude !! ❜

[mavisolas]

time felt like it was frozen. she couldn't mistake his voice, and she certainly couldn't mistake his scent. mavis almost couldn't believe it, she often thought evermore liked to play tricks on her and this was just one of those occasions. until she was proven wrong, finding him dead and center behind the dj booth. for a moment her heart was leaping out of her chest, commanding her feet to run. until she slunk beneath the shadows, this--how did he get here? She had just seen Dennis too, was there a chance her father could be on his way too? she eased her way to booth wondering if she should've even make herself known. she left behind so much hurt, unanswered questions, and worst all had moved on without him. not to say she didn't wait, because by the nine hells she did. however she had to be real with herself, she had run off first. this wasn't anybodys fault but hers. the little bad didn't know what to do overwhelmed with so many emotions now standing in front of him--hearing him speak. tears welled in the corner of her eyes, but she only smiled even as her bottom lip trembled. "it's nothing." mavis choked out clearing her throat before she began to raise the volume of her tone to masc the blaring strength of the speakers. "i just wanted to say you're doing a great job."

[fcktvvilight]

He was so awestruck the moment his eyes met Mavis' that he simply froze behind the counter, not believing what he was seeing. It felt like it had been ages since he'd seen his cousin, wondering and worrying for so long now how she was, where she was. He would run to hug her if his legs would move but she beat him to it, the arms around him snapping him out of his trance. Half of him wondered if this was yet another nightmare where Bela would pop out to hurt him them moment his guard was dropped, but when he hugged her back, she felt real. "I can't believe this," he finally managed to say, pulling away to look her over, to make sure he wasn't hallucinating. Luck must be on his side; if he had Winnie and Mavis, he didn't need anything or anyone else. "You're... here? How long have you been here?"

[mavisolas]

Tears continued to stream, can't remembering the last time she had sobbed this violently. Maybe the day she had flown away from home and ended up in this mess to begin with. Being that she couldn't leave evermore she wasn't sure if she'd ever see her family again. Her father, the hotel, and let alone Dennis. The hole inside of her chest finally flickered--like someone turning on a light in a haunted home. She nodded furiously at his words, gripping tightly as if he'd slip through her fingers like sand. "About a y-year, give or take." She choked out, trying to stabilize her breathing. Mavis couldn't lie, being trapped here wasn't the worst thing to have had happened. But she had been horribly homesick for a place she didn't know she'd ever see again. Though seeing Dennis again, knowing he was really here gave her some hope that maybe she could keep dreaming. She was a wreck and though she was sobbing she was so so happy. "I didn't think I'd see you again...or anyone."

[angeldespite-deactivated2024122]

diana silvers for img models. 

[fcktvvilight]

LOCATION: superhero headquarters FOR: anyone / @evermorehqsstart

One of the best parts of his job was that he could just mess around with inventory on the clock and no one really cared. Which was exactly what he was doing behind the counter, zoned out twirling a Batman figurine around when he heard a sound across the shop... coming from a potential customer he didn't even know had walked in. Oops. "Oh, hey," he looked up, chest puffed out to appear more threatening, "I'm in charge today, so don't be getting any dumb ideas!"

[mavisolas]

“D-Dennis?” Mavis squeaked out, the familiar sight of his fiery hair sent her back to a more nostalgic time, their childhood. She almost couldn’t believe it, that it was too good to be true. She had been homesick for so long and a piece of home was here too! Hot tears welled in her eyes as her body went still, keeping her gaze locked on his. “Y-You’re here? You’re really here?” Mavis wasn’t sure if she was still questioning it or just dumbfounded by the pure luck of it all. Colliding into Dennis and giving him the tightest embrace. “Thank the cauldron, you’re really okay!” At least as far as she could tell, he bore no cuts or bruises or signs of injury. He looked the same as she remembered.

[mavisolas]

location: translyvania hotel.

starter for: @ghovlpire

"Sib, my favorite fanged sister there you are!" Mavis chimed from behind the front desk. Pushing aside some paperwork aside so she could get up and greet her best ghoul friend properly. "I wish I had gotten the chance to talk to you at the masquerade, you looked absolutely batty! How are you? I feel like we've both been so busy lately." It was true, and Mavis felt like she had been floating on cloud nine lately after sharing a Christmas kiss with Zane. Besides this seemed the perfect opportunity to catch up with how her and Diablo were doing. Mavis didn't know much of the man, but it was evident to anyone that he adored her.

[mavisolas]

MAVIS SOLAS FOR EVERMORE'S WINTER MASQUERADE BALL 2023.

[zerofcksgvn]

HOLIDAY MARKET STARTER

@mavisolas 🌿 get caught under mistletoe

Zane strolled through the main street, arm linked with Mavis as he kept to her pace, letting her lead the way. Half to keep them steady on the icy pavement, and he supposed the other half to be close to one another. It was an odd period for them, not knowing what they were to each other and yet exchanging longing glances and lingering touches. Mavis would only need to say the word and he would be all hers, for as long as she'd have him. Stopping at the corner to watch snow begin to fall softy around them Zane tipped his head up, tonge out to catch the falling flakes. He let out a laugh and shook his head, reopening his eyes and stilled as they caught a glimpse of mistletoe hanging innocently from a shopfront. Shivering, Zane tore his gaze from the plant and slowly found the courage to face Mavis. "Well..." he exhaled anxiously, pointing a finger to above them. "Would you look at that.."

[mavisolas]

Mavis was lucky that she had Zane to experience all these new human things with. He was patient, kind, and also really handsome? Though that was something Mavis was too afraid to admit aloud yet. Sure they seemed more than friends, but the fear of being rejected was also frightening. More like soul shattering. She didn't want to lose his friendship, with him she was finally able to pick up the pieces of her heart and put them back together. She didn't have Transylvania, or her father, but she had Zane. For the first time since being in Evermore she finally felt like everything was going to be okay. Holding out her palm to catch a few snowflakes in her hand, giggling Zane was doing the same but with his tongue. Breath coming to halt when he pointed out the mistletoe. Knowing what it meant, but was almost surprised Zane had pointed it out. The feelings she had for him almost becoming too real, instead of hidden away they were out in the open now. She wouldn't turn back now. "y'know what they say about mistletoe. it can be deadly if you eat it but...a kiss can be deadlier if you mean it." A playful smile curling at her lips, closing the remaining distance between them. Leaning on her tip toes, knitted wool gloved palms cradling Zane's cheeks as she claimed his lips with hers.

[zerofcksgvn]

@mavisolas

Location; Main Street at night

ZANE GRINNED LAZILY TO HIMSELF as he nervously twiddled with a candy between his fingers. He rarely felt the cold but in the presence of Mavis he often found himself covered in goosebumps. "I've always loved this time of year y'know. The colors-- the air. Halloween of course..." he smiled, shooting a glance at Mavis. "Its kinda' perfect I think. -- Just being here with you though, I think I ... love that more."

[mavisolas]

"Me too! Something about Halloween has always felt more...I don't know lively! Christmas is fun and all too, but if my heart could beat it would sing for for fall." Mavis exclaimed in a jittery excited mess. The vampress wasn't sure if it was Zane's words that had caused her to stumble into his side or the fact that she hadn't eaten in awhile. She didn't want to cancel on Zane tonight, but she also didn't want him to see her like this. The times when she didn't feel herself, when the bloodlust was too strong to ignore. She felt like a monster. "S-sorry Zane, I just feel a little woozy." The bat stuttered, trying to collect herself as she gripped his arm for support.

[zerofcksgvn]

Location: outside of the community theatre // @mavisolas

Zane had been on a high all night long, either that on he had maxed out on being nervous and went straight to insanity. It wasn't unsual for him to hang out with Mavis, but for it to be just the two of them, at a friday night movie? Well that felt pretty personal. "I got to say, Ben's song was pretty catchy even if he did take over Harleyland." Zane confessed, clutching onto a half filled box of popcorn as he walked alongside Mavis. "But I had a really great time. Thanks for picking the movie-- and letting me join you. I really lo--ike when we hang out together."

[mavisolas]

Harley was a movie Mavis was looking forward to seeing all year, and who better to see it with then Zane? She couldn’t remember the last time she laughed and cried so hard all in one sitting. “It’s gonna’ be stuck in my head, for eternity probably!” Mavis giggled with him, taking a sip of her cherry-lime icee. Not comparable to blood in any way, but the sugar rush though! “I’m just batty you liked it! I do too--y’know that festival is coming up and I thought maybe you’d like to come with me...on like a date.” 

[zerofcksgvn]

@ZaneOlson uploaded a new photo ZaneOlson throwback to staying out ‘til sunrise @mavisolas nights that never end have never been so much fun!

[drogonstone]

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