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[laurahepworth-author]

I'm now thirty-three chapters into typesetting and illustrating An Inkling of Magic! Just a few sneak peeks 👀.

[f0point5]

THIS.

They told me dominance was boring but this season has been so painfully…dull? No glamour, no aura, no vibe. It’s like each race happens in isolation, there’s no cohesion to the season.

[awardenandacrow]

SNIPPET 87

Comes directly chronologically after Snippet 10

Some friends were JUSTIFIABLY a little grumpy with me after yesterday’s What If snippet. (Cough cough, @rookwithawand cough @elishnord cough cough). Also I am noticing a trend of me making Naimy work REALLY REALLY hard for all her kissies and I agree that I needed to just *give* her some.

So, friends, I hope a hangover is low enough stakes for earning some smoochies :3

[Naimy awakes after a night of drinking with Lucanis and Davrin to discover she did not sleep alone.]

CW/TW: as promised, kissies :3 I mean they’re in “bed” together but this FEELS SFW to me? Fluffy fluff :3 light teasing.

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For someone who hated the sensation of having a hangover, Naimeryn sure had had a lot of them. She groaned as her head throbbed, the room beginning the spin before she’d even opened her eyes. Maybe if she asked very nicely, Lucanis would make her something good for breakfast.

Lucanis.

The night before came back in a rush, and she realized there was still a warm body wrapped around hers. He’d… he’d stayed???

She opened her eyes. A strong, hairy forearm definitely rested across her chest. She could feel the soft rise and fall of his chest against her back. Her heart fluttered, and her hangover seemed suddenly wholly unimportant.

Naimeryn’s heartbeat began to race. Had he slept? If he was sleeping, she didn’t want to wake him. She chewed her lip. If he was sleeping, Spite was awake. She loved Spite, but she really wanted to snuggle with Lucanis, not his demon. She stifled a giddy giggle. She, Naimeryn Thorne. Snuggling with someone. Someone who wanted to snuggle with her. Someone wanted to snuggle with her. And not just anyone.

Or maybe he just fell asleep, the nasty voice in the back of her head offered unhelpfully.

Memory was vague, but no. He’d pulled her back against his chest, effectively trapping himself there. And, he was a master assassin. If he’d wanted to leave before she woke up, he certainly could have, and she’d have been none the wiser. But he hadn’t.

She shifted carefully, knowing it was likely fruitless — surely he’d wake at the slightest movement? — but hoping to sneak a look at him while he slept. Would he look peaceful? Her heart ached. He deserved peace.

Slowly, Naimeryn rolled herself towards him. He was so warm, all the time, and for a moment she forgot her plan to try to catch him sleeping. She nuzzled into his chest, allowing herself a deep breath of his scent. Coffee and blade oil and… something sweet. Was that… cinnamon?

Hoping her distraction had not foiled her plans, Naimeryn lifted her head just enough to peek at his face. His eyes were closed, his expression was, indeed, serene, and he remained still, but she sensed he was merely humoring her. She placed her palms gently across his collarbone, lacing her fingers and resting her chin on her hands as she gazed at his handsome face. She found herself etching his features into her mind, never wanting to forget this moment, the way the fish tank light softly contoured over his cheekbones, the slight flutter of his eyelashes against his tanned skin, the little curve at the corners of his mouth. She smiled slightly to herself, biting her lower lip with something other than nerves.

Naimeryn squirmed against him, scooting up a little more on the couch. She hesitated. Would he mind? She took a deep breath through her nose.

Softly, she pressed her lips to his. His immediate reciprocation was proof she’d been correct about his wakefulness, and the butterflies came to life in her torso in a flurry. His arms tightened around her waist, and she allowed her hands to splay across his chest. He smiled against her mouth.

“You know, I once had this very idea,” he murmured, one hand beginning to trace lazy patterns across her back with his fingertips. She pulled back just enough to meet those smoldering brown eyes with hers.

“Did you?” She asked apprehensively. He nodded, his expression turning somewhat sheepish.

“Do you remember the morning in the safehouse?”

Naimeryn felt her cheeks growing hot. “You… you thought about kissing me… way back then?”

He gave her a smirk that sent her heart fluttering, bringing one hand up to gently caress her cheekbone with his knuckles. “You happen to be very kissable.”

Naimeryn ducked her head, a giggle overtaking her as her flush travelled to the tips of her ears. “No one else has ever thought so.”

“This confirms my suspicions,” he told her thoughtfully, and she peeked back at him curiously. “Clearly the world is full of idiots.”

Naimeryn could not help but burst out laughing. As she laughed, he continually brushed her hair back out of her face. How wonderful it was to have him here, like this.

“I’m sorry I didn’t see how much you were struggling,” she said softly, leaning into his touch. “I wish I could have been there for you sooner.”

“You keep saying that,” he shook his head, “as though you were not. Though, I suppose holding back my feelings for you was unnecessary torment.”

Surprised by her own boldness, Naimeryn smirked and told him, “I can help soothe any lasting ailments of your past foolishness, if you like.”

She felt heat blossoming across her cheeks again, but Lucanis wrapped his hand around the back of her head and pulled her in, his expression deadly serious as he murmured back, “I would like that very much.”

This kiss was a bit more insistent than those they had had this far, warmth blazing into heat that made the space between them burn. His fingers flexed softly on her neck, hers on his shoulders. Just when Naimeryn thought she might fall over the edge and catch fire herself, her hangover reminded her unforgivingly of its presence. Despite her still-prone perch atop Lucanis, she swayed.

Worry flashed in her mind that he might be upset she’d broken their lip lock, but instead he… chuckled? His fingers gently stroked through her hair.

“Have a bit too much last night, Rook?” He teased. She gave him a playful glare through the mounting headache.

“You were there,” she reminded him with a roll of her eyes.

“I was, and look how fortunately that turned out for me,” he sat up, pulling her with him, and allowed a final quick peck on the lips which left her wanting. “Come. I will make you something to eat.”

The warmth refused to leave Naimeryn’s body, and she smiled brightly at him. “Yay!”

[fuckyeahgoodomensfanfic]

Good Omens Fic Rec: How to Win a Lifetime Achievement Award for Services to Television (and how not to)

Crowley hosts a late night comedy talk show. Aziraphale hosts a feel good morning talk show. When Crowley is asked to present Aziraphale with a lifetime achievement award, everything goes a bit skew-whiff.

Length: 31,481 Words AO3 Rating: Teen and Up Best for/Keywords: Safe in Public, Human AU, Comedy, Actor AU Major Triggers: None

Read it here, fic by GaryOldman

*Minor Spoilers* You are going to have an absolute blast with this story! Here, Crowley and Aziraphale are both television hosts who have just gotten themselves into a bit of a viral moment. Looks like our "sex god" late night host Crowley might not be as unflappable as he portrays himself, and our prim and proper Aziraphale might be hiding a few tricks up his sleeve!

The voice in this story is phenomenal! It is told through first person pov from Crowley, and his narration had me howling. I was constantly grinning and the jokes always landed! The characterization is so fun, and the setting just works. Truly one of the most fun fanfics I've ever read. This story is completely safe in public and it makes for an excellent read while out and about!

Read it here, fic by GaryOldman

[xxfrizzyxx]

Hey guys do we think my co-worker who was talking about dragons and not liking strong sex scenes is ace?

[tears-in-my-chiikawa-eyes]

Evil ring headcanons

(Shan Yue, pei Xenia, Liu zhi cuan, zhou li,) idea gave to me by @notyoursa1nt

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If you dated them... (Gender neutral) not spicy!

• Shanyue: would treat you to the world if he could and very loving. Very clingy and love language is definitely physical touch. Scared that you would leave him like other people. Doesn't have a lot but will give you his food and love. A very cute relationship with lots of hand holding, hugs and kisses and not afraid to show it in public.

• Pei Xenia: loves spending time with you even if it's shopping, gardening or training. Loves to use vegetables you've grown together to make meals. Very caring and loves to heal you with her fire after an accident. Loves to see you rough after a day gardening. Very cautious so will call you all the time to hear your voice and to make sure your ok. Bit of a prankster who teases you a lot and may accidentally (?) Singe your hair but she control her power to try and not hurt you. Very quiet about your relationship in public but will make sure you know your loved privately(if yk what I mean wink wink)

• Liu zhi cuan: yk he's rich so he loves spending his money on you on buying gifts and seeing your reaction. A night owl so he loves staying up working and seeing you sleep. Sometimes acts a bit spoiled or like a kid wanting to be taken care off. Loves buying you clothes and dressing you up for when you and him have to attend a party. Loves to see you try and fix his messy clothes before a meeting and loves to wear clothes you picked for him. Very boastful and loves to show that he's dating you in public. Big advocate for treating you like a princess/prince and very gentlemanly. However can be toxic and gets jealous often and needs help reminding how much you love him.

• zhou li: he doesn't have much, living a monks life but will always try to make you things from flowers and leaves. Loves to take you on walks around the mountains and to catch you if you fall by accident (wink wink). Loves to show you animals he's found and made friends with. You always end up with his sparrows in your house with flowers or little hand written notes attached to their legs. Nonchalant when it comes to public displays of affection but loves to hug you and straddle you on his lap at home. When in public though, he loves to put his hand on your waist or your back discreetly.

[the-camp-half-blood-library]

Hi okay so I totally totally understand if ya’ll aren’t comfortable looking for this because a lot of omegaverse fics do contain smut but I figured I’d asked

Do you have any (non-smutty, that’s not my jam either I totally get it) Solangelo omegaverse fics to recommend? If you do, they’d be greatly appreciated but if you’re not comfortable with looking for them, no worries I totally get it! Just ignore this lol

Hey there! We've found a few, just please mind the tags...

Take Me Through the Darkness to the Break of the Day by @buoyantsaturn

But then the door opened, and Will stood on the other side with that smile of his that had Nico’s knees feeling weak. He was wearing the same ugly sweater he’d had on during their rehearsal that evening, though now it was paired with pajama pants that had Will looking even softer than ever, and what the fuck, how did Nico still want to climb him like a tree?

Steady as the Sun by PhoenixInk [mod note: they've got a ton of clean omegaverse solangelo fics, i only put one on this list but check them out if you want more!]

Nico never thought he would be the kind of alpha who doted on his omega. Will never thought he would need anyone to take care of him. Turns out, they were both wrong.

Dandelions - You deserve better by @mydla

Nico's dream came true, his crush, the strong and gorgeous Alpha Percy Jackson, agreed to date him. He is on cloud nine. Even though at times, he has his doubts if this is how a true love relationship is supposed to work. It takes meeting one William Solace to convince him that he deserves so much more. This one-shot is inspired by song Dandelions by Ruth B.

Parenting has Unexpected Challenges by FoxFire16

Nico is happy with how his life has turned out. He married the love of his life and even had a child with him, his daughter is healthy and happy, and he and his husband both have good, fulfilling jobs. Life is about as perfect as it can be, except that their daughter is having a little trouble in school. Well, until it becomes clear that it's more than "a little" trouble.

To the Moon and Back by WordsFromTheOtherSide

A Sequel to "To the Ends of the Earth" Aurelio's path through treatment's and Nico and Will being overprotective. -- I intend to keep this short so the final installment will be rather long.

We hope you enjoy! Leave kudos, leave a comment, and happy reading!

-Mod 2