#*chippedbravery

[hookedjones]

A Case of Too Much Rum

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 She wasn´t DRUNK.

 It wasn´t like Belle never had a drink, but when the whole crew was out it was good for someone to be sober and she usually turned out to be that person. Right now she was half carrying Killian down the street and back to the Jolly Roger.

 “Listen, you´re going to…” She barely managed to finish her sentence before they stumbled sideways and against a wall. For a moment Belle held her breath, swallowing. There were only inches between the two of them and before she could even say anything she felt lips pressing to hers, finally releasing the breath she´d been holding.

To say that this was something that he didn’t regularly partake in would be a complete and utter lie. Be it in Neverland or out of it, it was not uncommon to spot Killian Jones with a bottle of rum in one hand- and more often than not, when he was not in that blasted realm, he would be in the company of beautiful bar vixens.

But tonight, tonight he was not with some random lass he had just encountered at the bar. No, he was with dear Belle.

Someone he had, for the most part of their initial relationship, avoided  being intimiate with, be it emotionally or physically. That was not the case at this very moment, however.

With an almost lazy drag of his knuckles along her jaw, he breathed quite headily, upon withdrawing from her ruby lips, “Someone tastes good tonight.”

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A Place to Call Home

@chippedbravery

With the steady approach of their newborn, Killian and Belle had taken steps to ensure their future together, their initial plan to take their relationship at a slower pace near forgotten. They had chosen to set it aside for the mean time, their child being their main priority.

How could it not? For the longest time, family was what Killian had always wanted, and he knew well in his heart that nervous as she was, Belle wished to meet their child soon too.

So here they were, in an entirely wholesome neighbourhood, filled with row upon row of white, picket-fenced houses. It was too welcoming, in his opinion. For a pirate like himself, at the very least, but incredibly suitable for his dear Belle and their dearer bundle of joy.

He intertwined his fingers through her own then, a glance at her granting him the endearing sight of her sweet visage and growing bump. The smile on his face was almost shy.

“Well, what do you think? Which one would you like to take a look at first?”

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It was a dare

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“Oh come on.”

Belle wasn´t even sure why she had agreed to play this game, she should have known better. Killian and her had been hanging out more and more over these past few weeks and people had noticed. Now it was time to pay for that.

She glanced over at her friends and then back at him, refraining from rolling his eyes. She was glad that there hadn´t been any parameters set for the kiss, so she simply leaned in and pressed a quick kiss to his cheek.

“There you go,”

Though he could admit to possessing some interest in his fellow Gryffindor, Killian would not go as far as to say that he would ask her out on a date. Certainly not at this point in time, when his mind was more so focused on the upcoming first task of the tournament- and the fact that she herself had expressed such utter initial dislike for him.

Killian Jones did so enjoy a bit of flirting and teasing, but he wasn’t about to give any lass unwanted attention either. 

Not that their schoolmates saw it the same way. His increased quality time with the lovely Belle soon became a source of amusement, with wisps of gossip thrown into the mix. 

Their interest had increased so much that they had mischievously dared Belle to---

“There you go.”

Petal-soft lips left his cheek, and even though he had been prepared for it, that did not quite stop the slight heat that dusted his cheekbones. He quickly gathered himself, however.

"While I appreciate the kiss and do realise how forward it is for you, there’s no need to be shy now. There’s no shame in smiling. We’re friends, aren’t we?”

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Just Got Married

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Usually she didn´t do these kind of things. Not getting drunk, she did that on regular basis, or…having drinks anyways. Usually Lacey didn´t drink enough to forget about half the night though.

Today seemed different.

She let out a groan as she rolled over in a bed that was, quite obviously, not hers. Lacey sighed and blinked her eyes open, hand feeling a body next to hers. Well, hopefully they´ve had fun.

“Hey,” she called, poking the body next to her. “Are you awake? Because if you are I´d love some coffee.”

Bloody Hell. He really shouldn’t have had so much to drink.

Feeling the onset of a headache settling in his temple, James groaned quietly, hand lifting to run through his hair. Damned good example he was setting for the lot of them. What would the people of Storybrooke think if they heard their local priest had driven himself into a drunken stupor?

Nothing good, he could tell that much. It was just fortunate that he had not done anything---

“Hey,” she called, poking the body next to her. “Are you awake? Because if you are I´d love some coffee.”

Bloody Hell.

It was then that he stiffened, willing away the panic in his veins. Had he...? Slowly, he turned, hoping against hope that he had not--- brought back a woman.

Oh, Hell.

[hookedjones]

Dear Killian,

The little one and I are wishing you a happy Valentine´s Day! I´m afraid this is the second batch, because I ate half of the first one, but they´re just as good!

Much love,

Belle

Belle, really.

A smile drew itself along his lips, the captain chuckling, touched by the gesture she’d extended to him- and of course, the reminder that they had a little one on the way. She was already eating enough for two. It was something he encouraged, even going so far as to buy and cook meals for her whenever possible.

Either way, he really had to wonder how much time she had spent on these. He’d certainly enjoy them.

[hookedjones]

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♝: Reading a book together

   “See? It´s not that hard.” Belle pointed out, nodding down at the book in front of them. She wasn´t sure how she had found herself in this situation, but when he had asked for help with the essay they were supposed to write for their history class she had agreed. Mainly because he had been trying to genuinely be nice to her during the last few days.

   “You read this passage and then you make notes with the most important information, like this.” She pointed at her own notes, an entire page, which she had taken so far.

   “Come on, I know you can do it.”

Perhaps it was the stress, something that was deeply seated in his mind that gave cause for Killian to be as distracted as he was today, because that was precisely what he was. He couldn’t seem to focus, and despite History of Magic being one of his best subjects, nothing stuck.

He furrowed his eyebrows, quill tip hovering a mere inch from parchment.

“... Right.” He offered her a grin after a moment. “I think I just need a second.” A pause. “Did the Professor have anything important to say about the year Scourers came into Europe? I recall him mentioning one name in particular, a criminal who managed to rack up dozens of victims under his belt, but I can’t seem to remember what his name is.”

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The Gryffindor casually slid into the seat in front of her. Smirk smirk. "Why, hello there. Missed me?"

    Belle hadn´t noticed him sliding into the seat in front of her until he spoke. She had been reading and noticing people moving around the common room, so it wasn´t even a surprise when he turned up. It never was, really, but it was just as annoying.

    She glanced up from her book and over at him, rolling her eyes. “Why should I? It´s not like you´re miles away. I see you EVERY DAY, Killian.”

Ah, Belle. Always the bucket of sunshine in his day.

“I know, but matters of the heart can’t be easily explained. A minute can feel like an eternity to some,” he said, put off none by her acerbic tone. “Are you heading down to watch Quidditch training later today?”

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Kingdom of Corona

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👐: My Muse witnesses your Muse briefly invading their personal space to get by

   The Jolly Roger wasn´t a SMALL vessel, by any means, but it could get a little tight when many people were running around. They were nearing the next harbor and everyone was getting ready to leave the ship. Belle had been in her cabin, changing into the dress she had been wearing the first time she had entered this ship.

   It was much easier to move around the ship wearing pants, but now that she was going out she had chosen to change. She was just done and leaving the cabin when she almost ran into Killian, barely being able to stop herself. Belle looked up into his eyes, assuming he´d be in a hurry, so she tried to squeeze past him.

   “I…uh…” She felt a little stuck, heart missing a beat here and there. “Sorry.” A small chuckle fell from her lips and she looked down briefly.

     “Are you coming with us?”

Killian was pleased to note that they were making good time. They had been at sea for a little over a week now and they were fast approaching the harbour of the island kingdom of Corona.

Which suited him just fine. Not only because it meant he’d be able to meet Pan’s shadow at the agreed time and place precisely on schedule, but because things had gotten a bit too... Cramped on the ship. Not physically per say -they had enough room aboard the ship- but... in an entirely different manner. 

Although at this very precise moment, it was that way in the first aforementioned form.

Having no wish to linger, Killian smoothly moved to the side to allow her passage. He placed a hand on the small of her back to help keep her steady.

“Aye, I am. It would do one good to stretch their legs a bit after being at sea for so long,” he said, before making to lead her out. “Worry not. It happens.

“Are you looking forward to visiting the Kingdom of Corona?”