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The Draught of New Life

I have no idea how I missed this beautiful gift from Juniorstarcatcher!! It is an adorable Druna one-shot.

https://archiveofourown.org/works/17956712

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For Alys (@juniorstarcatcher), who wished for a Kira/Odo fic in another time period which could be Holodeck related. I hope you like my little ficlet. Very happy Holidays to you!

Under sail

“Sails on the horizon!”

The cry from the crow’s nest interrupted Captain Kira’s conversation with one of her Midshipmen.

“It’s the Siren’s Booty!”

Finally they had caught up to the dreaded Pirate Black Trill. Kira shook her head. Seriously, Jadzia, what kind of idiotic name was that? She focused her concentration back on the game and turned to Worf, who was her first Lieutenant in this scenario.

“Have them prepare the ship for the confrontation, Mr Worf.”

The Klingon grinned and addressed the seamen.

“The rogue’s boat has been spotted. All hands, clear for action!”

Together they observed the crew as they cleared the glass windows from the officer’s quarters and readied the canons. Worf breathed in the fresh sea air and grabbed the railing.

“We’re making good wind. It won’t take long and we’ll have caught up with them.”

He turned to Kira.

“It will be a good fight.”

The Bajoran raised an eyebrow.

“Aren’t you taking this a tad too serious, Commander? This is just one of Julian’s holoprogrammes.”

Worf glared at her.

“Every fight is serious. Even one from Doctor Bashir’s and Chief O’Brien’s collection of historical holonovels.”

The Klingon put on his cocked hat and walked away to the bow of the ship. Nerys sighed. Why did she always cave to Jadzia’s crazy ideas? Because that woman had a stubborn streak that rivaled her own. Still, no more double dates with Jadzia. That was for sure.

***

Meanwhile Odo stood besides Commander Dax – or better the Dread Pirate Black Trill – and observed the naval vessel coming closer. Solids and their ridiculous entertainment programmes. Or better, Dax and her idea of fun. He still wasn’t sure how he had ended up as the “damsel in distress” in this programme. Because Nerys as well as Worf had balked at the idea. What did he say? Ah yes. “A Klingon is never in distress.” And Dax – of course – had insisted on being the Pirate Captain herself.

“So Odo, what do you prefer? Being in a cell below deck or bound to the main mast?”

The Changeling eyed his surroundings.

“It seems to me neither place is safe in the upcoming battle.”

Jadzia rolled her eyes.

“You’re being a sourpuss, Odo. This is all a bit of fun. The safeties are on.”

Odo grunted unconvinced and folded his arms on his chest.

Jadzia shook her head and threw her arms in the air.

“You’re no fun!”

The Changeling grinned his smug grin knowing full well how to get on the Commander’s nerves. Dax glared at him and said:

“Bind him to the mast.”

Odo rolled his eyes but didn’t resist. After he was bound Dax stood before him, her finger waggling in his face.

“Don’t change yourself out of the ropes! That would be cheating.”

***

The HMS Hotspur took up speed and soon the two ships were trading canon balls. The cries of the officers commanding “Fire!” could be from all sides and the smell of gun powder lay thick in the air. Before long it was too dangerous to use the canons and the crew of the Hotspur prepared to board the Pirate vessel. Kira had to admit that writers of this programme knew how to portray a battle without it being too realistic but still fun. She grabbed one of the hooks and threw it over into the rigging of the “Siren’s Booty”. After making sure the rope was secure she jumped into the fray right behind Worf, whose battle cry boomed over the whole deck. They spotted Jadzia standing next to the bound Odo almost simultaneously. The Trill drew her sabre and laughed manically as she challenged Worf to a duel.

Kira ran to Odo, ducking strikes and kicking butts. The Changeling stood stoically at the mast. When Nerys reached him he spoke very dispassionately:

“Oh my dear Captain. Save me from these dreadful pirates. My honour – but mostly my dignity- are in grave danger.”

Kira laughed while she started to loosen his ropes.

“Well, my Lord, you’re free now.”

The both of them stood awkwardly in the middle of the battle before Kira raised her eyebrow with a mischievous glint in her eyes.

“Aren’t you forgetting something?”

Odo looked at her puzzled but then nodded grinning.

“You’re right.”

With that he sighed dramatically and let himself fall into Kira’s arms.

“This is all too much for my nerves. I feel faint.”

Nerys stared at him incredulously before laughter bubbled out of her.

“Would a kiss make it better?”

Odo opened one eye.

“Maybe.”

Kira gave him a peck and put the Changeling on his feet again.

“So what happens now?”

“I propose to vacate this vessel in the immediate future”, commented Nerys drily. Odo followed her line of sight and winced. Worf and Jadzia were locked in a vicious snog. The Changeling smiled conspiratorially at Kira.

“Now, why should we leave? Computer initiate emergency transport, authorisation Odo Alpha Four Seven Three. Beam Commander Worf and Commander Dax to their quarters. Energize!”

They heard only parts of Jadzia’s indignant protest before the transport sequence was completed. Kira turned to her partner and grinned.

“My hero. Now we’re finally alone!”

Odo smiled and offered her his arm.

“Well Captain, I believe I still owe you a reward for you daring rescue.”

“I would say you rescued me from seeing things I never wanted to see. That deserves at least as much appreciation. Computer delete characters and set time to night mode.”

Together they made their way to the bow of the ship and made themselves comfortable under the holographic projection of Earth’s starry sky. Nerys leaned onto Odo, perfectly content and happy to forget the world outside for a change.

“That is better. This programme is quite nice without the noise and the battles. The stars are aligned differently but otherwise the sky isn’t so different from a clear night on Bajor.”

Odo nodded but remained otherwise silent. Nerys turned her head to look at his face.

“Is everything alright?”

The Changeling smiled.

“Yes, right now it is. I’m really happy with you, Nerys. I wanted you to know that.”

Kira beamed at him and closed the distance to give him a kiss. It was a sweet and loving kiss and it warmed them both soul deep.

“So am I, Odo. So am I.”

They remained cuddled up and enjoyed the light swaying of the sea.

“Still, let’s never double date with Jadzia and Worf again.” Kira said after a while.

Odo raised his eye ridge.

“Did you not enjoy my performance?”

He threw himself into her arms again.

“Thank you, brave Captain, for rescuing me from these ruffians.”

He dipped his back dramatically while raising his hand to his forehead.

“It was terrible.”

Kira had to laugh so hard that Odo fell out of her lap. Clutching her side while trying to subdue her laughter she said: “You’ve read too many trashy Human romance novels.”

Odo looked at her – delighted at her joy – only saying “My Captain” which set them off again. After they both calmed down a bit they laid together on the deck basking in the moonlight, holding their hands.

“Odo?”

The Changeling turned to Kira.

“You know I’ll always save you, right? It doesn’t matter if it is Jem’Hadar, Cardassians or Bajoran scientists, I’ll always protect you.”

“Thank you. So will I, Nerys. I love you.”

Kira kissed him again.

“I love you too.”

[agownofcoalandglowingflame]

Hi!! I'm sorry to bother you, but I know absolutely nothing about the Nancy Drew games, but your posts make them sound awesome! Do you have any advice on what game to play, where to start with the universe? :)

oh my god ok play it cool marissa you have a possible convert here

first of all, hello and welcome! these games are really awesome and i’d highly recommend playing them. 

so a lot of people here in the fandom started playing when they were kids, and at that time of course only a few games were available. a lot of people had their first game be message in a haunted mansion (the third in a series that is now thirty-two strong), and clearly they liked it enough to continue playing! 

personally, my first game was secret of the old clock and clearly it worked out, but i think i’d recommend one of the first few games to start-particularly treasure in the royal tower, message in a haunted mansion, or the final scene, as those are simple enough to ease you into the universe and yet engaging and still highly beloved by the clue crew (as we call ourselves) today. 

i hope that helps! happy sleuthing!

[mirdania]

juniorstarcatcher replied to your post: “Also my friend said Dag was a bitch and I was so :( :( :(”:

nooooooooooooooo

I know I was so sad!!

[punkmicheal-blog]

1,5,15,20!

1: What eye color do you find sexiest?

if i’m being really honest it doesn’t matter as long as i like feel the need to stare into someone’s eyes, i think then the color is sexy (i mean green is pretty hot tho you know lmao)

5: Your favorite adult as a child? (and not your parents, if they were your favorite)

idk does zac efron count?? he may not have been an adult but im gonna say him

15: What's your most favorite part of your personality?

i think i’m really fun and outgoing and can make people laugh, but some think it’s annoying, i just really don’t care because i love it

20: Margarine or butter? Which did you grow up with?

butter but i mean there were times that there was margarine in the house

the best asks, ever

[mirdania]

juniorstarcatcher replied to your post “i am 100% not here for fic where nux or capable are jealous nuh-uh”

ugh i saw that in the tag and 100% agreed oh my god

like jealousy is the reason the wives had to wear those awful fucking chastity belts and why they weren’t allowed to talk to anyone do not make victims of jealousy practice it

[sobi-fans]

I'm new to the Sabi fandom (so happy to finally find people who ship it!) and was wondering there is like a Sabi fanfiction starter pack? Like a handful of fics that you think every Sabi shipper should read? I don't know what fics to start with! :)

Welcome! I’m glad you found us :) 

You can find loads of fics in the fan fiction.net archive here https://www.fanfiction.net/community/Knight-and-Maiden-The-Sabewan-Sobiwan-Archive/16670/3/0/1/0/0/0/0/  and you can search the fan fiction tag on the blog for a couple of recommendations I’ve done. 

The great thing about this ship is that every writer manages to re imagine it in a different way, so each fic offers something new :)  I’d say just dive in and find something that appeals to you, and you won’t go far wrong. Happy reading! 

Anyone else got any recommendations?