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AU WEEK 2023: Day 4 - Hellraiser AU

"No tears, please. It's a waste of good suffering."

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Text Posts That Give Me Wild Magic Vibes Pt. 2

Aerilyn

Alveyn

Amalthea

Laufi

Mercy

Volstigg

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Forgot to post this before!! This is a sticker design of @unfortunately-fabtastic ‘s character Volstigg in the among us! AU

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HAPPY 3 YEAR ANNIVERSARY!!!

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I’m EXCITED. Also this writing piece is kind of all over the place 😬😬

Jem often asked themselves, how the hell did I end up in this situation? And genuinely, ninety percent of the time they couldn’t even try and understand it. The biggest issue is that they found themselves in a predicament, and there was no way out.

Jem with Lewellyn, the graceful witch with freckles and reddish-brown hair, was running down the halls after curfew. Jem wrestled the tiny beast known as a niffler underneath their cloak. Lewellyn made sure to peak around corners to assure that they wouldn’t run head first into a monitor or teacher.

The entire time, underneath the cloak the niffler tried to grab coins and basically any other shiny item in Jem’s pockets. Jem attempted to grab the beast’s hands in order to keep the small amount of cash that they possessed.

“Jem.” Lewellyn snapped in a hushed tone. “Hurry up, if we get caught my parents are gonna be so mad at me.”

Jem gave her a short glare, “It feels like I’m grappling a small badger, please give me a break.”

“I take offence to that, serpent boy.” Lew quipped, moving down towards the hall. “Where are we even putting this thing?”

Jem grumbled, “He’s not a thing Lew, his name’s Elgar and he deserves to be respected.”

“He stole my family ring!” Lew argued playfully.

“He gave it back!” Jem tried very hard not to laugh.

“You tipped him upside down until it shook out. Along with,” Lew began listing things as she counted them on her fingers, “Romy’s prefect badge, your knife, Mercy’s ring, the list goes on.”

Jem playfully bounced Elgar the Niffler in their arms, “Its not his fault, it’s just his nature.” Lewellyn laughed again, petting the little guy on the head. “And, I have no idea. Alveyn said there was a secret room somewhere around here on the map.”

“I don’t suppose you brought the map with you?” Lewellyn questioned, which Jem just shook their head. “Okay, we just need a cage. How hard can it be to find one to use until morning?”

“I don’t want to cage him. Isn’t that slightly inhumane?” Jem mumbled, stroking Elgar’s back. “Maybe just an animal pen?”

Lewellyn breathed out a laugh, “Jem, don’t you think that’s even less likely to find?”

Jem shrugged, still pouting slightly. “Maybe... yeah, okay.”

Lewellyn’s gaze became fixed on the large double doors the two had just passed by. Her brows furrowed in confusion but Jem was too focused on Elgar to really notice anything. Not that Jem hadn’t been paying attention. But it was obvious that the two were too engrossed in their conversation to notice the solid, stone wall turn into two iron doors.

“Jem, do you know where this leads to?” Lew asked, resting her hand against the doors to prepare to open them.

“There’s no doors around here.” Jem shook their head in amusement. But when Jem lifted their head up and saw them, their jaw dropped. “Oh.”

The two friends pushed open the doors simultaneously and revealed a large room, with a mirror stretching along one wall. The mirror was chipped and cracked in several places, but still standing strong. It had stone floors and dark grey walls. On one side of the room was a large, wooden pen with a solid gate.

Inside the pen was a stack of gold and jewels that Elgar began squirming in Jem’s arms to get to. For comfort, there was a cushion on the floor, and blankets rested on the pen’s wall. Lew and Jem shared a confused look, but continued on nonetheless.

The doors closed behind them automatically. This time, they watched as the doors blended into the wall and disappeared. Jem let go of Elgar, who immediately scurried across the room to climb inside the pen.

“What is this place?” Jem asked, still in awe.

Lew shook her head in amazement, “I think it’s known as The Room Of Requirement. I read up on it last year, but I thought it was just a fable.”

Jem watched with a bright smile as Elgar dove into the stack of gold, his little butt sticking out since he went in head first. “I think this is my new home for the night.” They turned towards Lew, “Thank you for doing this. Putting up with me in stressful situations is a feat within itself. But uh, I think I got it from here.”

Jem walked over to the pen and lifted one of the blankets off of the wall. Lew followed, grabbing one of the other ones with a soft smile. “Well, I’m not gonna give up on you guys now. And it’s probably safer just to stay here and not get caught.”

“Well Lew, how scandalous. Staying the night, with a boy? What would your parents say?” Jem quipped, which earned them a slap in the arm with a blanket.

“Who said I was staying with you?” Lewellyn shot back. “Elgar seems like a perfect cuddle buddy.”

“If by perfect you mean you wake up to being robbed blind, then yeah. He’s a model citizen.” Jem laughed, using grabbing another blanket and keeping it folded up to use as a pillow.

The two made their beds for the night and curled up, not too close to each other, but enough for them to be able to hear each other’s breathing. Jem couldn’t really sleep though. Discovering this room, no matter how impractical it’s current use was, seemed to be a blessing for future events to come.

*A month later*

Upon entering, Jem and their closest allies examined the room. Now, without the pen for Jem’s magic buddy but still with more than enough space for their group and then some. As the doors shut behind the party, everyone examined the terrain.

“So, what do you think?” Jem asked, a little nervous.

Aerilyn shrugged but said, “I don’t appreciate being brought to a secret, secondary location Morale.”

“That’s not- okay.” Mercy politely commented. “Jem, why did you bring us here?”

Jem stared at themselves in the mirror, feeling good about themselves for the first time in a long time. “This world is falling to shambles. It has been for a long time. But when we inherit it, we can’t just stand idly by while death eaters plague the streets. Harm muggle-borns and good people who never deserved it.”

“You really expect us to be able to do that?” Volstigg asked in clear disbelief.

“I think we can start.” Alveyn defended, stepping up and resting his hand on Jem’s shoulder in support. “Revolutions have been started with less people. I mean, all we need is a cause. And then we can figure it out along the way.”

“Absolutely.” Lewellyn pitched in. “And it doesn’t have to stop here. We have friends from our houses that I’m sure would join us. Hell, we could probably even ask a teacher or two and they’d support us. I mean, it’s not like we’ve had glowing reviews for our DADA professors.”

Jem nodded, their heart warmed by the support from their friends. “I didn’t bring you all here to put you on the spot, or demand you join my army. I brought you here because there’s nobody in this entire world I trust more than you guys.” Jem made eye contact with Umbra, who gave them a nod in solidarity. “You can leave and I want you to know that it won’t affect our friendships. But, if you believe in this cause as much as I do, please, stay.”

Alveyn was the first to take out their wand and put it in the centre between everyone. Jem and Lew followed soon after, and eventually the whole party did. Jem was almost moved to tears by the show of support.

If only Jem knew who they brought into what was supposed to be a safe haven.

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There is not a world out there where you will find Jem Morale grovelling. Begging. Pleading. Except when it comes to finding happiness for certain beautiful, intelligent girl.

“Please!” Jem whined, following their manager into their office. Jem’s entire posture was slumped. “It’s just for a night.”

Their boss nodded, visibly annoyed. “And it’s just a deposit.”

“Yeah, five hundred bucks!” Jem exclaimed, exasperated. “You sign my paycheques, we both know I can’t afford that.”

Their manager pinched the bridge of their nose. “And for the last time, it’s not my problem.” Jem laid their head down on their manager’s desk, staring up at him with the biggest puppy dog eyes possible. After a moment of a rather humorous staring contest, their manager finally said, “What do you need to rent out the café for anyway?”

“I have this... friend.” Jem began to explain, their gaze drifting off. “She’s been helping me out with my schoolwork, particularly the subjects I’ve been having trouble with. And her birthday’s is in two days. I just want to plan something special.”

Their boss quirked their eyebrow up, “Friend, as in girlfriend?”

Jem shook their head, “No. At least... I’m working on it. And maybe this could help, which is why this is so important.”

Their manager breathed out a sigh, shaking their head discontented. After a moment of silence he spoke up, “I can’t let you use the restaurant. But, with a deposit of one-fifty, half of which will be covered by your over time pay, and your tips over the next couple week, I can give you the roof.”

Jem shot up, “Thank you, thank you, thank you!”

Their boss shook his head, “Don’t thank me yet. It’s a mess up there, and in order to get it cleaned up you’re gonna need your own crew. But, not-only if you get it organized by yourself within the next two days will I staff and cater the event, then I will hire you to help organize parties in the future.”

Jem nodded enthusiastically, “A little hard work never killed anyone. I really appreciate this opportunity.”

Their boss nodded, and reached for his keys. He tossed a triangular, golden key at Jem who nearly failed to catch it. “You’re welcome, now get out before I change my mind.”

Jem quickly fled the office, and noticed they still had ten minutes for their break. They took out their phone as they walked up the stairs to the roof. Making a quick group chat, they sent a message saying, “I need your help.”

Alveyn was the first and only one to reply, as everyone else just read the message. “What do you need, mate?”

Jem unlocked the door to the roof, and got a look at what they were dealing with. Tables and chairs were covered in dust, and dirt. Some of which were sun bleached from being under the sun for too long. Jem heard a few squeaks coming from hidden corners and they knew they got in over their head. But, it was for Lewellyn.

And maybe their friends would see it the same way.

Jem sent a photo of the deserted rooftop saying, “I need to clear this and I can’t do it alone.”

This time, only a few people saw the message but nobody responded still. Jem rolled their eyes adding, “It’s for Lew.”

Suddenly, the crew entered the chat. Mercy and Laufi were the first to respond, quickly followed by Romy. Volstigg answered a couple hours later and the plan was beginning to form.

The next day, the crew showed up with brooms, and a truck to move the garbage out of there. Umbra showed up despite not mentioning he would in the group chat. Laufi was able to set up the rat traps, and get any rats that were present out of there without getting hurt. They found it easier just to buy new chairs and table cloths to put if the run down tables. Jem put the cake in the fridge at their work, a cake Mercy baked to perfection with beautiful white frosting with orange lettering. Romy made a list of things we needed to get done, and to buy. And was able to convince Lew to clear her schedule, although her parents were difficult to get ahold of for some reason. Volstigg helped a little but got distracted by the cute barista that was working that day.

After several hours of hardwork, the roof was in tip top shape. Jem dropped the seventy five they owed to their boss on his desk, and ran off before he could ask about what happened with the vermin. When Laufi told Jem, “not to worry about it,” it only made everyone that much more concerned. Aerilyn texted by the end of that day saying they’d show up to the party despite not doing any of the work.

And before they all knew it, it was showtime.

Romy messaged Jem as they were adjusting everything to be perfect upstairs. He said that, “we’re about a minute away.”

Jem attempted to shake out their nerves as they leaped down the stairs. But no matter how much they tried, their heartbeat wouldn’t slow down. Which I guess was normal whenever they saw Lew.

Romy and Lew entered the café, the wind catching her hair as the door closed. She went to approach the counter, until Volstigg walked up and linked arms with her. Romy shook his head, clearly amused but followed nonetheless. Lew’s eyes were lit up with joy and curiosity.

Mercy placed her hands gently over Lew’s eyes playfully as the party led Lew up the stairs. Upon reaching the rooftop, the entire shouted “Surprise!” As Mercy revealed the view to Lew.

What once was a cluttered mess of a roof, was now at the very least presentable. There were two rectangular tables pushed together and covered by a fabric tablecloth. A variety of snacks that most wouldn’t consider to be a part of a dinner we’re displayed on a separate table. Mercy’s cake, instead of candles had sparklers sticking out of it. Lew’s presents were displayed at each of their seats.

Lewellyn let out a joyful gasp. The smile that graced her face was enough to reassure Jem that they did the right thing. And it took all of their nerves and Jem’s breath away all at once.

The party continued into the hours of the evening. Many laughs, and stories were shared over the dinner table. Not only that, but it seemed like the group’s hard work had really paid off. When the party was finishing up, some people had to go home in order to get to their early morning classes on time. Umbra, Alveyn, Lew, Mercy and Jem stuck behind to clean up. Mostly to make sure Jem didn’t get their head ripped off by their boss.

As Jem cleared the plates, Lew slipped onto the table beside them. “So you really set this all up, didn’t you?”

Jem’s cheeks flushed, but it was thankfully hidden by the twilight. “It’s not that big of a deal, I just couldn’t figure out what to get you for your birthday.”

Lew giggled, “So your plan was instead of a present, was to plan a party? That definitely cost more than a new journal, or a nice bracelet...”

“I got your point.” Jem brushed off. But no matter how hard they tried, Jem couldn’t erase their grin. “But you’re wrong.”

“Oh?” Lew asked.

Jem reached into their back pocket, and pulled out a leather bracelet. It was a dark brown leather, only about half an inch thick. But with several silver charms. A feather quill, a cluster of stars, and several others. “I couldn’t decide which was better, so I got you both.”

Lewellyn shook her head, surprised and incredibly thankful. “Jem, this is too much.”

Jem gently grabbed Lew’s wrist, and clipped her bracelet on. “It’s not nearly enough for what you give me. I just can’t be grateful enough for you Lewellyn V’lain.”

“I want to pay you back! Maybe a haircut,” she quipped, ruffling their hair. “Or... maybe a date?”

Jem’s head shot up at the word, “Yes.” They blurted out then attempted to calm themselves down saying, “I mean yeah. Sure, I did put a lot of work into this. I think I uh, I could be treated.”

Lewellyn leaned in and kissed Jem’s cheek, a feeling Jem would never forget, “Sounds like a plan. I’ll text you tomorrow.”

“Shoy.” Jem said in a dazed tone. Clearing their throat they corrected themselves, “uh sure, a-absolutely. It’s a date. You already said that. I’ll shut up now.”

By the end of the night, Jem was still walking on air. And unbelievably excited about what tomorrow would bring.

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Self Indulgent PJO AU

Part 1/?

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D&D Content Week November 23rd - November 29th, 2020