For December 26th, we've got our dear friend LINUS! I love Linus, and that's all I've got to say about that.
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26. Sweater (Linus x GN!Farmer)
With a flick of your fingers, you crocheted the last border stitch, the yellow wool yarn downy and warm beneath your fingertips. You wove in the final end, then held the completed sweater up in front of you for inspection, eager to give Linus his gift.
Ever since you’d discovered him hiding out at the Spa during the frigid winter days, you’d worried about him. Linus was a good friend, helping you out in the mines more times than you could count. You knew he was self-sufficient, but you were a worrier by nature. With a satisfied nod, you folded the garment up and placed it on the table, ready for its new owner.
For the 100 followers thing, could I please get 10 with Linus and a male s/o? Thanks in advance and congratulations, I hope you keep doing good content, I love to read what you post :)
As you all can tell this is very late… I’m happy to have it done for you though! I did my best to keep him in character, but please let me know if I messed up;; ♡
“And I never wanted anything from you except everything you had and what was left after that too.” - Dog Days Are Over
It’s early in the morning, just after the sun has come out and you find yourself awake. This kind of early is much too early and you try your hardest to fall asleep again, to focus on the warmth and soft breathing beside you, but even closing your eyes doesn’t help you enter the realm of sleep. With a drawn-out sigh, you begin to carefully detach yourself from Linus’ embrace, wiggling your way to freedom.
You’re just about halfway free - doing this in the dark and trying not to wake him makes it seem all the longer, really - when Linus’ grip tightens, fingers curling around you.
“Where do you think you’re going?” he murmurs, the question gravelly with sleep.
“To get some air, or a drink, or something,” you reply, taking care to keep your voice extra soft. He grunts in response and pulls you closer. “That doesn’t help-”
Your words are interrupted as Linus lifts you from the bed, the warm sheets giving way to cold air. Frantically, you look for something to hold on to amidst your shock, finally taking hold of his neck to balance yourself. He stands without much of a problem and begins to carry you off.
“What-” you exclaim, sounding a tad too breathless and he laughs. You frown and contemplate hitting him in the chest to retaliate, but you merely pause to calm yourself. After a deep breath, you try again. “Why are you carrying me?”
“Because we have to go together, obviously. And this way is easiest.” His words are gushing confidence like usual, but he still sounds tired. Glancing upwards, it’s easy to see his sleepy smile, his still-hooded eyes… Using his neck as a support, you pull yourself up to plant a solid kiss against his cheek.
“Thank you,” you say, and Linus’ eyebrow raises as he looks back down at you, his smile turning mischievous.
“If you’re really thankful, you can do better than that, hm?” His feet stop moving and he leans down, capturing you in a proper kiss. Somewhere in your mind, you think that you might not actually get to sleep if this keeps up, but then he smiles (or does he smirk?) against your lips and it’s hard to think about anything else.
So uh. This took a while. Sorry, anyway I kinda wanna try coming back to this blog so I decided to just get the asks cleared from the inbox first. -Mod Cori
Linus is a teddy bear of a lover. He loves to be the big spoon and squeeze you tight to his chest. Or just in general, cuddle when he isn't busy with the Black Fang.
Sooo loyal. Like dont even think about him betraying you or cheating. The thought will never cross his mind. On the other hand, if you cheat on him he will be absolutely heartbroken and betrayed. That trust and loyalty will be impossible to rebuild.
PDA wise he knows when its good and bad. In a serious situation he probably wont do much, maybe just hold your hand if anything, but in a casual situation he will have an arm around you, hold your hand, kiss you. Although he will not go overboard, and by overboard I mean makeout. He prefers that to be kept in private.
Linus doesn't get jealous much. He trusts you'll stay true to him BUT if he sees you are being made uncomfortable by the person he will step in immediately and make it clear that your his s/o. Definitely would try and show his muscles too to intimate them if they dont stop.
Very protective. Even if he knows you can hold your own he still wants to protect you. He doesn't like when you are in dangerous situations and would immediately try to remove you from such.
Both his father and Lloyd will have similar reactions to you at first. They are worried about Linus getting too close to you and then betrayed, but dont worry! Once you prove to them you are to be trusted, which is easier with Brendan then Lloyd, they will love you. Brendan will basically adopt you and deem you his child and Lloyd will see you as a sibling.
Nino, unlike her brother and father, takes to you instantly. She loves when you treat her like your own sister. If you ever need ideas for gifts for Linus go to her. She has all the ideas and more and she is glad to share them with you.
owo anon he’s the mad dog for a reason!!! Wild boy with lots of love!!! Real talk was unimpressed with Linus until a friend was like “but consider this: he love you a lot” and its just, shit you’re right. Opps guess who got too edgy when she’s sleepy: me!
Fallen bodies,allies and foes alike; not that you could tell from all the blood inthe area anyways. It was everywhere, the smell heavy and the colorblinding. The bodies seemed like a path, leading you to one person,their killer. Red covered you, too, form your own wounds or otherwiseyou couldn’t tell, but your robe once so brilliantly white wastarnished; never would it be the same.
Your steps wereslow, aching. The only sound that reached your ears were your ownbreathing and soft footfalls. You tried not to hear it when youstepped through a pile of someones blood. You tried to face aheadonly, too scared to peer down and face the face of someone youcherished and helped grow stronger, only to end up here.
Time seemed to slowdown, or was it you? You didn’t want to reach the end, but you keptmoving. You were drawn to it, something, someone, was pullingyou. Would you end up joining the lifeless bodies around you?
No, it wasdifferent for you, you knew.
The end wasnearing, but something new was beginning.
“Linus?” Yourown voice surprised you as you spoke; it was soft, and cracked fromno use. How long had this been going on.
“I’ve beenwaiting for you.” He turned around, usual smirk on his face. God,blood covered him too, from his bare chest to his beaten axe. “Didyou enjoy what I did for you?” His eyes glinted with something youcouldn’t explain, but nonetheless did not like.
“You did this forme?” How could your voice get quieter. You hardly spoke at awhisper, but its seems Linus heard you; no doubt he would, though,the silence between your words and his was becoming insufferable.
“I did it for us,really.” He chuckled softly. How could he act so casual at a timelike this? With no warning, you dropped to your knees, blood flyingoff and around you. Soon you were leaning forward, hands landing inmore blood. It was hard to care.
“I-I hate it!”Tears, hot and angry, came out of you. Finally, feeling somethingother than numb. “Why? How?” Anger so burning words failed you.You craned you neck up to look him in the eyes as he keeled beforeyou, his own bloody hand coming to cradle your chin. How could he becapable of being so soft in a time like this?
“I’m madly inlove with you; I got rid of any and all filth who would dare comebetween us.” And you could only cry more, tears silent now as youmoved to sit on your knees before him. There it was, that uglysilence as you stared at him so confused, and he looked at you withsuch adoration.
“How can I stilllove you after this?” The words burned your throat, the firstpowerful thing you had said through all this.
“I can’t answerthat for you, but I’m so happy you do.” He hugged you, bloodychest and all. You couldn’t move, you just closed your eyes andrested your forehead on his shoulder. Cold blood on warm skin, what astrange feeling. A calm, beating heart, so near your own adrenalinedriven pace. Arm’s finally finding way round his neck, you spokeonce more.
“Why can’t Istop loving you...” Once more, a whisper; your power gone as heheld you as if you were a wilting flower. Perhaps you were, to him.
“Maybe you’vegone mad like me too-- but don’t worry, that’s why we have eachother.”
So, this one's too short, and let's say that's to make up for all the ones that have been too long. 😅
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21. Marshmallows (Linus x GN!Farmer)
Yes, you decided as the wind bit at your cheeks and sent shivers down your spine, it was definitely too cold, even for a campfire. But as you approached Linus’ tent, two bags of marshmallows clutched in your mittened hand, and saw the giant smile on his face, you figured it was already worth it. You approached his ever-burning campfire and traded him one of the bags for a stick.
@astra-crits here it is, finally! Sorry it took so long I just... blanked halfway through writing this;;;; I finally got through it all though, thank goodness! its a load off my conscious for sure, I felt really bad about taking so long for this. I hope Linus is in character I... found I didn’t know how to write him. Still, I hope you enjoy it nonetheless!
You were happy, smiling and having a good time. Linus was close, some part of him always eager to touch you; whether it was your hands being held, him pulling you snug to his hip, or just your knees brushing, it was nice to have him so close. And feel so apart of his family, too, everyone one you had summoned thus far seemed so excited that the two of you were together. You were having fun, but you could feel it all… slipping away.
Your smile slowly faltering, your voice becoming quieter until it was spoken over, and promptly forgotten; where once you felt so invited, you saw that you could easily be forgotten. You were just… nothing to them, apparently, it made no difference to them whether or not you were there. So, you just… quietly excused yourself-- much to the confusion of the rest of the Reed family around you. It took Linus a moment to notice, and take off after you. He was oblivious, but his heart was in the right place.
“Hey, _____, wait up!” Linus easily caught up to you, his large hand landing on your shoulder and turning you to face him. He frowned when faced with your only sullen look. “What’s wrong?” You sighed a bit, and shook your head.
“It’s nothing really, I’m just… feeling out of it?” You went to shake off his grip, but he held fast.
“Well if you’re feeling bad, I want to help you. You know? I like seeing you happy, it makes me happy to.” The hand that held your shoulder dropped and grabbed your own. He smiled again. “So tell me what’s up, so that I can help make it better.”
“Linus...” You shook your head a little, unable to help the small smile that crept on your face. “Really, it’s just enough that you care. You don’t need to bother yourself with my troubles.”
“That’s it though!” His voice rose a little, your eyes widened. He sighed and pinched the bridge of his nose. “_____, you’re my partner-- I love you. Don’t you understand that your problems are my problems?” When he spoke this time, his tone was more gentle, his eyes softer.
“Linus...” Again, you smiled, more genuine now. “Thank you but it… well, I’m just not feeling much myself?” You admitted, shrugging a little. You led Linus along, your hand still in his. “It’s nothing that hasn’t happened before though, I can handle it.” You added.
“Just because you can doesn’t mean you should. I want you to rely on me more. It’s fine to want to be independent but… it worries me that you try and shoulder everything by yourself. You have me, and the rest of the family, you know?” The two of you didn’t have to walk far to reach the doorway to your shared room. You stopped in front of it, looking into his eyes.
“It’s just...” You paused, hesitant to speak. “Usually I’m so confident, but I just… feel ugly and terrible and as if I’m not a good leader...” You shook your head a little. “And I know its silly but...” Linus cut you off gently.
“I don’t appreciate you speaking that way about the man I love.” He said softly. One hand cupped your cheek, and the other unlocked the door behind you. The two of you stepped in for more privacy. “Don’t you realize you’re all those things and more?”
“Could… you say it?” You felt so silly, practically asking for compliments, but you just… needed to hear it from someone you love, anything to drive out your anxieties.
“_____, you’re so attractive? Every time I look at you I’m in awe, I feel so lucky that I have a man at you by my side.” You sat on the bed, smiling a bit as Linus continued. “From your hair to your eyes and your body, I love it all.” He sat beside you, pulling you into a big hug. “But most of all, I love you, okay? Don’t listen to your insecurities, because they’re dead wrong.”
“Thank you...” You chuckled lightly, looking into his eyes. “I know that I’m a good person and that I’m attractive and funny and all that but I just need to be reminded sometimes.” You said softly, shaking your head. “Thank you for being the one to do that for me, Linus.”
“There’s no shame in admitting that.” Linus stopped hugging you but still held you close to him. “In fact, I think it makes you stronger for doing so.” He gave you a big grin. “Sometimes we all have weak moments, and its good to depend on those close to you when you do.” He added, looking away for a moment only to look back at you. “Really I’m glad that… you feel you can trust me wholeheartedly.”
“Why wouldn’t I?” It was your turn to laugh now. “You’re too good for me Linus, I feel as if sometimes I don’t deserve you.”
“That’s the biggest lie you’ve said this evening.” he snorted, shaking his head for more effort. “You totally deserve me-- hell, I would give you more if I had it.”
“Really thank you...” You lied down fully on your shared bed, a content sigh leaving your lips. “I think that’s enough for me tonight, though. Your words really helped but at this point, I think sleeping off this night will be for the better.” You closed your eyes and stretched a little, and heard Linus’s laugh reach your ears.
“Alright, if you say so. It’s late anyway. At least get ready for bed before getting comfortable.”
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You woke up feeling cold. A shiver ran down your spine, and you rubbed your bleary eyes before opening them. Beside you, you saw the culprit. In the middle of the night, Linus has rolled and taken all your blankets, and with it your warmth. Though, from what you could see, half of the blanket was on the ground now. He had one lazy arm stretched over you, and a slight snore left him. You didn’t want to wake him, he looked so peaceful sleeping like that.
“Thank you for last night” A small, tired yawn left you, one that you didn’t even bother to cover up. “I know you probably can’t hear me right now, but that’s okay. I just… You’re great, you know?” Linus shifted a little, and let out a huge yawn.
“Mm, did you say something ______?” His voice was low and thick with sleep, and he hadn’t even bothered to open his eyes yet.
“No, not really, just telling you I love you is all.” You chuckled a bit as he finally opened his eyes and gave you a lazy smile.
“That’s great because I love you too.” Slowly, he opened his eyes to gaze at you.
“Oh good, I was scared you didn’t.” His chuckles joined your giggles until the both of you fell silent. Linus pulled you closer then, and let out a content sigh.
“Let’s just stay in bed for a bit, okay? I like early mornings with just you.” He snuggled a little closer, and you placed a kiss on his nose.
“If that’s what you want, who am I to deny?” His eyes had closed once more, but they opened again after you kissed his nose.
“You have to kiss me here, too.” His hand rose to point at his lips.
“Oh, here?” You placed one on his left cheek.
“No I meant--”
“Oh, here!” Now on his right.
“_____, come on...” He complained, pouting a bit.
“Oh I see, you mean right here!” Right on the corner of his lips, you gave him a tender kiss.
“Quit teasing me.” Once more his voice was low as he pulled you over by the hips.
“What me, teasing?” You giggled again, but the sound was captured by Linus’s lips smacking into yours. The both of you were still tired, so it was messy, with teeth hitting and moans slipping out, but nonetheless filled with love. Soon though, you had to pull away, but you were still grinning.
“You should have told me that’s what you meant.” Linus rolled his eyes but made no move to stop your laughing. He quite liked the sound, anyway.
“Next time you pull something like that, it won’t be so innocent,” he warned, a sensual look in his eyes.
“Well, then I think I’ll have to tease you some more, then.”
