gone with the wind

moon jinae | 24 daughter of osiris emergency dispatch operator for the MPPD

[nightprompts]

&. 𝐨𝐧𝐞 𝐩𝐢𝐞𝐜𝐞 (𝐥𝐢𝐯𝐞 𝐚𝐜𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧) 𝐬𝐞𝐧𝐭𝐞𝐧𝐜𝐞 𝐬𝐭𝐚𝐫𝐭𝐞𝐫𝐬.

( dialogue prompts taken from episodes 1 & 2 ( "romance dawn" & "the man in the straw hat" ) of the netflix live action one piece series. feel free to edit and change as you seem fit. )

❛ do you have any last words? ❜

❛ the sea's been calling. well, not exactly calling, because i pretty much can't swim, but you get the idea. ❜

❛ so what do you say? are you with me? ❜

❛ liar! i know zoro must be after me. who else is worthy of his pursuit? ❜

❛ who's the most powerful pirate on the seas? ❜

❛ first things first. do you have any food here? ❜

❛ you don't look like a pirate. ❜

❛ i'm not afraid of getting hurt. and i'll prove it to you. ❜

❛ i don't get it. why would anyone want to be a pirate? ❜

❛ you have the wind on your back, the salty sea air, your loyal crew by your side. you never know what's on the horizon. it's all about being... free. ❜

❛ you should never let anyone tell you what you can't do. ❜

❛ well, remember the name, 'cause i'm gonna be king of the pirates. ❜

❛ people often visit shrines to light candles for those they've lost. who are yours for? ❜

❛ you've been following me for three days. what do you want? ❜

❛ look, i've been practicing what my face is gonna look like on my wanted poster.❜

❛ i've no doubt your mug will be on a wanted poster one day. ❜

❛ all he did was spill a drink on me. ❜

❛ you should've fought back! why didn't you kick his ass? ❜

❛ not everything can be solved with violence. a man needs to be strong, but he also needs to be good. ❜

❛ you're not a real man. you're nothing but a coward. ❜

❛ you ate a devil fruit? ❜

❛ ever since i was a kid, i wanted to protect people that can't protect themselves.❜

❛ if that's what you want, i think you should do it. i'll help you out. ❜

❛ my crew was attacked by pirates. i barely managed to make it out alive. ❜

❛ rice balls. for you. ❜

❛ you shouldn't draw your blade unless you're prepared to use it. ❜

❛ don't kill me, please. my father will give you anything you want. ❜

❛ i'd say you live up to your reputation. ❜

❛ what's up with the third sword? i mean, where does it even go? ❜

❛ what do you say, puppy? do you want to do a trick for me? sit up and beg. ❜

❛ i kill your kind for a living. ❜

❛ i mean it. i don't owe you anything. ❜

❛ you are going to get us both caught if you keep stomping around this place. ❜

❛ that was amazing. admit it. we do make a pretty good team. ❜

❛ so why did you decide to become a thief? ❜

❛ i needed to eat. you do what you have to, to survive. ❜

❛ you're right. nothing is more important than food. ❜

❛ all great fighters call out their finishing moves. ❜

❛ i don't work for you. ❜

❛ i'm sensing a little bit of tension amongst the crew. ❜

❛ before we met, every choice was made for me. but now i'm gonna do what i want to do. ❜

❛ next time we meet, we might be enemies. but for now... we're friends. ❜

❛ i'm feeling so... so piratey. ❜

❛ well, you're gonna end up feeling watery if i have to throw you overboard. i told you i need absolute silence. ❜

❛ don't mess with my hat. ❜

❛ oh, i'm sorry. were we interrupting your beauty sleep? ❜

❛ don't like what you see? look away. ❜

❛ you have a lot of names. i bet everyone in the east blue knows who you are. ❜

❛ are you making fun of my nose? ❜

❛ i know your type. if there's nothing to gain, you're out. ❜

❛ truthfully? i'm kind of hungry. ❜

❛ who are you trying to impress? a lost love? an absent parent? or was it someone that you worshipped? ❜

❛ i used to know a pirate that wore a hat just like this. ❜

❛ for a time, i even thought we were friends. until he betrayed me. just like all the others. ❜

❛ he wanted to keep me out of the spotlight! he wanted to keep my star from shining too brightly! ❜

❛ is that what he did to you? did he betray you, too? ❜

❛ you can slice me and you can dice me, but i'll always put myself back together again. ❜

❛ i've been thinking about you for years. ❜

❛ i know you're upset, but you should eat something. ❜

❛ you're never not hungry. what's going on? ❜

❛ you can spill a drink on me and i'll let it slide, but don't you ever threaten my friends. ❜

❛ you can't make people love you. just like you can't make them smile. ❜

❛ you really think anyone is coming for you? they don't care. and no one is gonna miss you when you're dead. ❜

❛ get lost. ❜

❛ i'm just glad that you're okay. ❜

❛ what was that? i couldn't hear you over all the drowning. ❜

❛ you really don't fear death, do you? ❜

❛ what's the plan? you do have a plan, right? that's your thing, plans. ❜

❛ you want out? you know the price you have to pay. ❜

❛ you want a piece of me? let's see what you got. ❜

❛ i think i'll miss you most of all. ❜

❛ we're gonna be the greatest pirates the world has ever seen. even greater than your crew. ❜

❛ this hat is the most precious thing i own. it means the world to me. and i want you to take it. ❜

❛ when we meet again, you can give it back to me. ❜

❛ is every day gonna be this crazy with you? ❜

❛ if the path to what you want seems too easy, then you're on the wrong path. ❜

[dazzlingkai]

230321 : EUNBI ♡ UNDERWATER

[mpnephi]

what's in the box ? / closed

for the lovely housemate @mpxjinae

The morning was still young as Nephi was coming back from an early visit to the beach with Keonhee, his arms and legs tired from swimming and walking back to the Sphinx Apartments. He still had a few free hours before starting work, enough for a nice shower and some sleep.

He was welcomed to his level by a stack of boxes and some suitcases in the hallway, the first room’s door wide open. He could hear noises coming from inside and someone moving around. He quickly walked to his door, ready to type his code to make it inside before the new neighbor found him there.

Too late.

It was a young woman around his age, as long as he could say, pretty and seemingly nice enough. Hopefully, they could build a positive relationship as they were bound to share adjacent housing. As he was starting to learn, it always was better to be on the good side of people.

Nephi watched her struggling with some of her boxes, an unreadable expression in his eyes, a mix of boredom and mockery. He sighed, knowing he was going to regret his next words before even opening his mouth.

"Do you want some help ?"

[mpxjinae]

Jinae had been living out of one suitcase for the last few days, but today was her true move-in day. Her sister and brother-in-law had been going through their mother’s house to clear it out and sell it, so they had sent over the rest of her belongings that morning. It was some welcome busy work to occupy her first day off since starting work with the MPPD, and she was looking forward to her apartment feeling more like home.

She had just come out to grab another box, eying a particularly large one that seemed like it would be a problem with trepidation, when she noticed the man standing at the next door. “Oh, hello,” she said, offering him a friendly smile. It looked like maybe he was in a hurry, and there was something a bit sour in his expression, so she decided to leave it at that and turn her attention back to the boxes. Best not to annoy her neighbour within moments of meeting him.

She had just managed to pick up a smaller, heavy box of books when her neighbour offered to help, surprising her. Adjusting her grip on the box, she turned to look at him, the smile returning to her face. “If you wouldn’t mind... Yeah, I’d really appreciate it.” She was glad he had offered, because she never would have plucked up the nerve to ask, even if she could really use the help.

And even with the offer, she didn’t want to ask him to do too much, so she gently nudged one of the suitcases with her foot. “Could you maybe bring these two suitcases into the bedroom, please? I think they’re all clothes and linens.”

[mpxjinae]

wrong turn;

@mpxinvidia

Jinae was so, so lost. She must have taken a wrong turn (or several) somewhere, because she had been trying to find an ice cream parlour downtown... but the dingy, claustrophobic street she was walking down at the moment seemed to be several worlds away from a bright ice cream shop. This area was almost spooky. She definitely should have written down the directions her neighbour had given her.

None of the nearby businesses seemed like good places to ask for directions -and she could not even really tell if any of them were open, anyway- so she was at a loss. She didn’t think she would be able to retrace her steps and go back the way she came, so maybe it would be best to just keep going forward until she saw something familiar or came across a friendly face that could point her in the right direction.

Luckily, she did not have to wander aimlessly for too long - the next corner she turned brought her face to face with a man who at least looked like he knew where he was going. “Oh, hello! Sorry to bother you, but do you think you could point me toward downtown? I’m trying to get to Ice, Ice Baby, but I think I got... really lost.”

[mpxjinae]

❛ you’re special. you were born to do great things. ❜

Jinae had thought she was alone when she found the dead bird in the park. She hadn't seen anyone else for ages, so it seemed safe to crouch down and gently pick it up. Closing her eyes, she gently ran her thumb over the creature's feathers, focusing all her energy on it. It made her feel a little light-headed, but a smile spread across her face when she opened her eyes and saw the little bird perched in her palm, alive and well.

However, she jolted when she heard a voice, whipping her head around to look at the stranger. She hardly even noticed when the bird flew away. She was a naturally trusting person, but her mother had drilled it into her head the last few years that she needed to keep her resurrection powers a secret. That people would try to take advantage of them, and she had already sacrificed more than enough. So, it was a little startling that he had happened upon her at just the wrong time.

"Oh, I... Thank you, that's nice of you to say, but... I'm really not special," she replied quietly, standing and brushing off the knees of her pants. "I'm sure there's lots of people on the island who can do way more impressive things, right?"

[mpxjinae]

❛ it’s alright, you could never hurt me. ❜

"I- Gosh, I'm so sorry..." Jinae was not even exactly sure how it had happened - she was normally very careful, but she had been distracted by some kind of commotion a little ways down the road and she had run right into him. It was a miracle they hadn't both toppled over, one she could only attribute to him being much more steady on his feet than she was.

But, more importantly, she was pretty sure her foot had collided with his ankle; and since her prosthetics were solid plastic and steel, she was legitimately worried she had done some damage. She would have felt awful if he walked around with an injury because of her. "I'm sorry, I should have been watching where I was going. Are you sure you're not hurt?"

[mpxjinae]

❛ let me show you how a real hero does it. ❜

Jinae had been struggling to try to reach a package of pasta on the top shelf for a few minutes, just a little too short to grab it. Normally she would have asked an employee to give her a hand, but it was late and she was pretty sure the only person working was behind the cash, so she didn't want to bother them.

She had just about given up on it when Davina appeared, proclaiming her heroic intentions. "Oh, thank you! But please be careful!" She urged, offering the other girl a grateful smile. Davina was just that little bit taller, so maybe she would be able to reach it. Or maybe she was a little more daring and willing to jump or step on the bottom shelf for a boost. "I wanted to make my mom's japchae, but you need glass noodles for that... I don't know why they decided to put them up so high."

[nightprompts]

&. 𝐟𝐫𝐨𝐦 𝐭𝐡𝐞 𝐡𝐞𝐫𝐨 𝐬𝐞𝐧𝐭𝐞𝐧𝐜𝐞 𝐬𝐭𝐚𝐫𝐭𝐞𝐫𝐬.

(  sentence  starters  of  various  quotes  that  can  be  said  from  the  hero.  looking  for  the  villain  version?  click  here.  )

❛ there is some good in this world, and it’s worth fighting for. ❜

❛ just because someone stumbles and loses their path, doesn’t mean they’re lost forever. ❜

❛ i can’t do this. but even if i can’t, i have to. ❜

❛ i just wish i could protect you from everything. ❜

❛ when did the dragon ever die from the poison of a snake? ❜

❛ experience is a brutal teacher, but you learn. ❜

❛ do you need a reason to not want to lose? ❜

❛ i did what i had to do to give you the only chance at peace you’ll ever get. ❜

❛ heroes are made by the paths they choose, not by the powers they are graced with. ❜

❛ if all you do is look down on people, then you won’t be able to see your own weaknesses. ❜

❛ when the enemy becomes certain of their victory, that will be our chance. ❜

❛ name one hero who was happy. ❜

❛ it’s never too late to do the right thing. ❜

❛ there’s still good in you. i know. i’ve felt it. ❜

❛ you trusted me, so then i’ll trust you too. ❜

❛ everyone has a part of themselves they hide, even from those they love most. ❜

❛ i survived because the fire inside me burned brighter than the fire around me. ❜

❛ we have to be greater than what we suffer. ❜

❛ hope is the only thing stronger than fear. ❜

❛ don’t worry, i can handle this. ❜

❛ you call yourself a villain? ❜

❛ their blood is on you. you killed them. ❜

❛ you don’t get to forget. whatever you did, you don’t deserve to forget. ❜

❛ there’s still time for you to change your mind. ❜

❛ i don’t think i can be the hero you deserve. ❜

❛ i’m always picking up after you boys. ❜

❛ let me show you how a real hero does it. ❜

❛ i am trying to do the job that you were meant to do. ❜

❛ the fact that you are here is proof that whatever tried to beat you lost. ❜

❛ i don’t judge people on their worst mistakes. ❜

❛ there’s nothing crueler than letting a dream end midway. ❜

❛ we each survive in our own way. ❜

❛ i thought maybe they’d realize that they need me. ❜

❛ what would i fight for if i wasn’t fighting for you? ❜

❛ you’re still a hero even if you only save one person. ❜

❛ i know under all that rage is a beating heart. ❜

❛ it doesn’t need to end like this. ❜

❛ i’ll never lose, and i’ll never die. ❜

❛ maybe i failed this time, but i’m not giving up. ❜

❛ with you by my side, i feel like i can do anything. ❜

❛ enjoy your win. it’ll never happen again. ❜

❛ what makes you think i’ll go easy on you? ❜

❛ let’s fuck some shit up is my legal middle name. ❜

❛ i’m not the hero you think i am. ❜

❛ they can’t do this to me. I was supposed to win ❜

❛ you can come back. i’ll bring you back. we’re in this together. ❜

❛ you’re special. you were born to do great things. ❜

❛ we can be heroes just for one day. ❜

❛ everyone’s got good and bad in them, it’s up to us how we use it. ❜

❛ it’s alright, you could never hurt me. ❜

❛ i refuse to let my fear control me anymore. ❜

[mpxyingyue]

Pocketful of Rocks?

Open starter - Anyone who goes to the park

Ruby had been walking around the park, finding rocks to add her collection for tomorrow's works. She had started a once a month supply of gems to fund her habits at this new island. For now, she was sitting on a nest egg, but with fun on her mind, she wasn't sure how long it would last. As the heat soared on the island, she had found herself drifting closer to the large fountain. And as she got to the edge, peering into the water, she found some lose rocks that others threw, the perfect size for some good paying gems.

The demigoddess took a few moments to pull of her socks and shoes before leaping over into the water. Not rising too far past her calves, while she appeared out of place, she felt relieved at the cool sensation and took no time to pull a few rocks from their place.

And as her hands held dripping rocks and she turned around, she stood face to face with a rather confused stranger. After a moment of surprise, a grin grew on her lips. "Want a rock?"

[mpxjinae]

After getting settled in her apartment, Jinae had decided to take a walk around to get acquainted with the surrounding area - which had started with just the Residential District, but eventually she ended up wandering into the park. It seemed like a peaceful place, which was just what she needed. Somewhere quiet and green and lovely to just relax. She could see herself spending a lot of time there.

She was drawn to the centre of the park by the faint sound of the fountain, wandering toward it leisurely. However, when it came into view, she was surprised to see a woman standing in the water. Maybe picking up coins that people had thrown in to make a wish? Curious, she approached the edge of the fountain, watching the stranger.

She blinked when Ruby offered her a rock, glancing down at the water briefly. “Sure. Is it a pretty rock?” She replied after a moment, a shy smile spreading across her face. It was a bit of an unusual offer, but a nice one nonetheless. After all, who didn’t like a pretty rock?

[mpxjinae]

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