(they/them), 27 โฎ my art is tagged with #my art or #rjlart โฎ Iโm still learning what my drawing style is so donโt be confused if the art I did a year ago looks nothing like what I do now! โฎ(Full time teacher, so sorry if Iโm never online!) โฎ ๐ต๐ธ ๐ฌ โข
Happy Critical-Role-Is-Ending-Eve! In honor of CR being my all time worst hyperfixation Iโm going to write a post-canon fic!
Theyโd never really had the money, or the time, or the need for pastries before. Theyโd never really even had much of the luxury of shopping in an actual market much before meeting Bells Hells, and she decides that that is enough of an opportunity to buy some sweets for her and Laudna.
A/N I personally am the kind of autistic that will be thinking about these characters lives for the next five-ten business years, so Iโve decided to try and write fanfiction! When I was younger I read a fic that uploaded a new chapter every weekend, and went on for about 20 years, and like tbh thatโs my inspo. I really want to write some long-form content that will cover the long long lives of these characters, and the fallout from the campaign. Also if you think this isnโt going to be the roundest of families youโve got another thing coming bucko. This is just a snippet so like idk join me? This will be a lot less fun if my girlfriend is the only one giving me new prompts and ideas lol. Anyway give her a try:
She doesnโt need to read minds to tell that she and Laudna just walking hand-in-hand through the market is an unsettling presence for some townies. Theyโre fairly used to the people looking in fear at Laudna, but Imogen notices the eyes that meet hers seem less reassured than usual. It doesnโt necessarily bother her, she just feels like itโs important to note.ย
They don't feel as prosecuted as they did in smaller villages, the people of Jrusar seem a bit more used to strange-looking people. Bellโs Hells as a whole have seemed to more or less desensitize these people to their general mayhem at this point. The fish they needed to fry got bigger, and they hadnโt even realized their station was rising above anyone who had a problem with them. Sure they still run into familiar ruby vanguard faces but they run in fear or are easy enough to deal with, especially when they're without backup.ย ย
Their associates now have given Bells Hells a sort of infamy in Jrusar. They still keep to themselves, only going out and interacting with their limited net of people, which has led to most people just gawking at them and wondering who they are.
She can hear the peripheries through the staticโฆoh dear, hide the girlsโฆ oh they seem dangerousโฆ we should be carefulโฆ and she supposes she should be grateful theyโre intimidated rather than their usual anger. Unsettled is fine, as long as no one tries to bother them about it. That being said, she also hears wow Iโd let her.. and more importantly fuck, theyโd kick my ass from one impressively large orc-looking figure.ย
She looks over to Laudna, who is inspecting various strawberries, clearly putting a lot of effort into picking the absolute best ones. She hears the light melodic hum of Laudnaโs mind still playing in the back of her own and reaches out through it, so far so good as far as it comes to townies. They seem more intimidated than willing to go grab a pitchfork. She notices Laudnaโs eyes peer around the space before meeting hers with a raised eyebrow; we'll see if they remain as open to the oddballs as they seem to be now. Imogen can hear the lilt of a smirk even through their thoughts. Laudna moves her head to get Imogenโs attention before sending; Iโm less concerned than ever of being overtaken with the crack of a devilish little smile.ย
Imogen cracks a smile and bites at the air a few times, trying to mime eating a god, which has its desired result as Laudnaโs light cackle rings out, only to receive a few more scrutinizing looks from the townsfolk. Laudna looks back at her only to wink lightly and go back to investigating her strawberries. They came here for a few things and Imogen turns around to find the bread they need to pick up when her eyes catch on the pastries.ย
Theyโd never really had the money, or the time, or the need for pastries before. Theyโd never really even had much of the luxury of shopping in an actual market much before meeting Bells Hells, and she decides that that is enough of an opportunity to buy some sweets for her and Laudna. After looking over the options, she decides to get a cinnamon roll and an almond scone, figuring Laudna would like either option.ย
She makes sure Laudna is still busy with the fruit before grabbing both of her bags and heading up to the vendor to make her purchases. Sheโs just turning her head around when she meets a pair of apprehensive eyes. She feels a pang of annoyance as she plasters on her most charismatic smile.ย
โHi there, just grabbing these today,โ Imogen remarks, making eye contact with the shorter gnomish man.ย
He seems to remember his manners all at once she snaps to attention, stuttering โo-of course maโam, thatโll be 5 silver pieces.โ
She opens the pouch and pulls out a gold piece, itโs not like theyโre exactly strapped for cash, and hands it to gnome, โkeep the extra.โ She smiles, hoping the cosmic good will do them all some favors with their overall public image.ย
She looks over at Laudna who has a basket full of pomegranate, strawberries, raspberries, and apples at this point. Imogen moves the few steps it takes to cross the pathway to Laudna, grabbing her hand as she approaches, you have any recipes in mind, or just snacks?ย
Laudna looks over to Imogen as she says this, her heart still doing a little flutter as she catches the smirk on Imogenโs face. ..wow.. the pomegranates are just for snacking unless you have something in mind, but I had the thought to spend some of our newfound quiet time doing some actual baking! She wonders if Imogen catches the tail end of her thoughts flicking to Eshteross and how he used to bake for them all. The pang of guilt is further down, and she pushes it away almost as quickly as it pops up. Before her thoughts run away from her she hears well I will certainly try to help, but you may have to do most of the heavy lifting. Do you think Evelyn has any of Eshterossโ recipes written down? and Laudna is less convinced Imogen didnโt catch some of her quieter thoughts.ย
She raises her eyebrow at Imogen as she says well thereโs certainly no harm in asking, darlingโ ooh! We could even stop by on our way back to Zhudannaโs Imogenโs smile widens just a little and Laudna catches her eye, thinking about how badly she wants to kiss her girlfriend. After a tough decision to pull her eyes away from Imogenโs lips, she peers around for any truly disdainful eyes, before kissing Imogen gently. Imogen sends whatever youโd like to do, my love. Youโre the one who knows how long this baking adventure will take. with a little giggle.
Laudna remembers whatโs in her hands, and reminds Imogen with a chuckle, I do think weโll have to pay for these unless we want a very sticky situation to explain to Keyleth on our hands.ย
They make quick work of purchasing the berries, receiving only slightly terrified looks from the clerk. Their next stops are more generic, looking for specific items amongst the stalls. They need flour and eggs and the bare bones of a kitchen, seeing as the only food theyโve had regular access to for the past few months was molded over due to an excessive amount of corpses. Theyโre pretty sure they have everything as they make their way to pay for their items. Imogen notices first (catching a thought from across the room) the woman looking at them with a mix of disdain and terror. Temult- sheโs fine, how is she alive, what happened- before Imogen finally makes eye contact with the apparently ex-ruby vanguard member and they seem to pull up more walls around their thoughts.ย
She sighs before sending Laudna do you see that woman with the long brown hair? Before doing her best to send the image of the woman behind Laudnaโs shoulder.ย
Well I certainly do now, do we have trouble? as her eyes sink a little deeper into their sockets.ย
Not yet, I honestly think she thinks Iโm my mother. Sheโs wondering how Iโm alive. Imogen sends well actually, I mean she might know something about Predathos but oh andโฆ she nods as she catches the figure ducking out of the shop. Laudna looks over her shoulder to catch the outline of the retreating figure, hmm strange, but better her running than as I suppose. They turn back to face the clerk to see the previous customer stepping away from the till.ย
Oddly enough, this vendor seems to take them for what they are, and not pass any further judgments. Imogen doesn't even catch a spike in fear over her thoughts.ย
โHi! Are you two new to Jrusar?โ The teller asks as she does some quick math, โItโll be 11gp.โ
Imogen pulls the appropriate amount from their money pouch with a slight smile. โWell we lived here for a few weeks a while back, but weโre more inclined to settle down soon.โ She opens her mind a little wider to listen in to the clerkโs thoughts.ย
โฆdon't think Iโve seen them, maybe theyโre making pastriesโฆ โItโs an up-and-coming area! And I hope yโall come back to visit if you need anything!โ
Deciding that this woman is friendly enough, Imogen smiles genuinely before responding โSure, weโll see you around.โ As they leave the stand, she sends Laudna She seemed genuinely nice, with a little shrug, I wouldnโt mind shopping there regularly. She takes a second to let it sink in that she is allowed to make habits. The warmth of it all washes over her slowly, pulling a smile to her face. She looks back over at Laudna and her love of the situation blooms in her chest seeing the beautiful little grin on her face.ย
They move leisurely around the market, poking their heads into stalls and sending little quips over their mental connection. They revel in the slowness of it all, taking the time to actually shop for new and interesting foods and trinkets. They pick up a few chocolates from a confectioner, seeing them from a few stalls down and taking their time to discuss what types they like the most.ย
They're making their way through a consignment shop when Laudna sees a few pairs of glasses with the moons on them. The Catha glass is a beautiful clear old-fashioned glass with the moon and stars etched into the side, but the Ruidus glass is what truly grabs her attention. The glass is made of red-dyed glass, with Ruidus in a crescent shape, and even smaller constellations etched into the side. It takes some bartering, and all of her energy to avoid Imogenโs attention, but she convinces the shopkeeper to give her two Ruidus glasses instead of one of each moon. The shopkeeper gives in after being convinced no one would truly want the Ruidus ones anyway.ย
With her glasses wrapped up safely and tucked away in her bag away from Imogen, she looks around to see where she went. The lilac hair is easy enough to spot through the crowd, and she slinks her way through people to reach her girl. Imogen looks over at her as she approaches, sending what did you find? And Laudna thinks she should have hid her grin a little better before responding none of your business, it's a surprise! But lets her grin slip into something a little more mischievous. Imogen grabs her hand and starts pulling her towards the exit. They make it just outside the entrance before Imogen stops and pulls Laudna away from the path and around a corner to kiss her thoroughly.ย ย
Did a little animation/edit of Laudna finally trapping Delilah :) this has taken me legit weeks and if I donโt stop working on it now, itโll never be doneโฆ anyway love yall happy Thursday I hope to god my girls donโt die tonight ๐๐ค๐๐ค๐๐ค
Happy Thursday! I just wanted to show off the imodna ring I made for my gf today at work! The โgemโ is meteorite encased in resin in a weird circle shape.. not bad for my first time metalworking ever ๐๏ธ๐๐๏ธ
Nothing gets me crying in the club faster than these two specific lesbians ๐ฅน๐ฅน๐ฅน their fate is INTERTWINED and they are eachotherโs HOME UGH!!
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