“Guardianship Trials (or: why is there a billionaire in my afterlife)”
It started quietly.
Not with flyers, not with announcements—just whispers.
Old beings talking in corners. Doors in the Infinite Realms staying open a little longer than they should. Names being passed around like secrets.
The Prince pretended not to notice.
He was good at that.
He’s not a baby.
He’s not even technically young, not by ghost standards. But apparently, “young enough to be reckless” is still a category, and unfortunately, he fits.
And ever since he and his shadow-twin lost their original domain, the whispers got louder.
He needs guidance.
Structure.
Protection.
He needs a guardian.
The Prince disagrees.
Firmly.
Loudly.
Repeatedly.
The compromise?
A trial.
Not a tournament—no, that sounded too… fun.
This is something older. Stranger.
A series of tests. Of worth. Of intent.
Anyone powerful—or foolish—enough can try.
He didn’t expect humans to qualify.
Which is why the first time he sees one, he assumes it’s a mistake.
The man stands out immediately. Not because he’s loud—he’s actually very quiet—but because everything around him reacts.
The air tightens.
The ground stills.
Even the watching entities pause.
The Prince tilts his head.
“…You’re alive.”
The man nods once. “Yes.”
“That seems like a disadvantage.”
“…I manage.”
The shadow-twin likes him instantly.
Of course she does.
She circles him, curious, eyes bright with something sharp and playful.
“He’s weird,” she declares.
The Prince sighs. “That is not a qualification.”
“It should be.”
The man doesn’t try to impress.
Doesn’t boast.
Doesn’t even seem particularly concerned about the ancient beings watching his every move.
Instead, he asks questions.
Practical ones.
“Are you safe here?”
“Who enforces the outcomes of these trials?”
“What happens if no one qualifies?”
The Prince hesitates on that last one.
“…That hasn’t been decided.”
The man’s expression tightens, just slightly.
“I see.”
He doesn’t win the early trials.
Not in the obvious way.
There are beings older than stars here. Creatures made of storms and memory and hunger.
They overpower him easily.
But—
He keeps standing back up.
Keeps adapting.
Keeps watching.
And slowly, something shifts.
Not in the trials.
In the Prince.
Because this human—
This strange, stubborn, completely out-of-place human—
As someone who does not speak English as their first language, I often encounter a problem when writing: how to describe certain activities.
This is because translations do not always convey the meaning I want to express. That is why I have been working on a mini dictionary for some time now.
The list will be updated as soon as I manage to create another category or encounter another problem.
Below you will find:
Said
Asked
Sounds Without Words
Touch
Move
Emotions In Speach
Voice Tone
Way Of Breathing
Eye Expression
Movement / friction
Involuntary Sensations / Muscle Responses
Onomatopoeic Words
Verbal reactions
Mouth movements
Posture and body position
Physiological reactions
It may contain mistakes, I'm not a genius at English, I may have messed something up.
I have also started a new batch with prompts, i.e., what to do when I run out of words and need new, alternative phrases that better convey the meaning. Divided into categories for convenience (solo posts). It will be updated on an ongoing basis:
Reactions to leaving without permission
Pulling away — similar to leaving without permission
Giving compliment — or so it's for me
What he can say after a kiss
Commands
Control through attention
Said
1. Neutral / Basic
said – the most common, neutral reporting verb
told – to give information to someone directly
stated – to say something clearly and formally
remark – to comment casually or briefly
noted – to mention or observe in passing
observe – to say something as an observation or fact
declare – to announce formally or officially
proclaim – to announce publicly and with emphasis
assert – to state firmly and confidently
announce – to make something known publicly
affirm – to confirm or strongly state something as true
2. Sharp / Aggressive
snap – to speak suddenly and sharply, often in anger
growl – to speak in a low, rough, angry tone
bark – to shout abruptly, like a command
hiss – to whisper angrily, with sharpness or contempt
spat – to speak angrily and abruptly, often after an insult
roar – to shout loudly in rage or authority
thunder – to speak with booming, overwhelming force
snarl – to speak with hostility, like an animal baring teeth
scream – to cry out in anger, fear, or frustration
threat(en) – to speak in a menacing or intimidating way
3. Impatient / Reluctant
grumble – to complain in a low, annoyed tone
mutter – to speak quietly and unclearly, often displeased
mumble – to speak unclearly, almost under one’s breath
groan – to complain or respond with frustration or pain
sigh – to speak while exhaling, showing weariness or resignation
4. Quietly / Confidentially
whisper – to speak very softly, in secrecy or intimacy
breathe – to speak almost as softly as breathing itself
murmur – to speak softly and gently, often soothingly
utter – to say softly, often with difficulty or hesitation
mutter – to speak low, under one’s breath (can be secretive or annoyed)
5. Emotional / Emphasis
exclaim – to cry out suddenly, in surprise or excitement
shout – to speak loudly, often in urgency or anger
yell – to call out loudly, usually emotionally charged
cry – to call out in distress, fear, or strong feeling
plead – to ask desperately, with urgency and emotion
beg – to implore, asking earnestly or desperately
demand – to ask forcefully, leaving no room for refusal
order – to command with authority
command – to give a directive authoritatively and decisively
6. With Additional Emotions
laugh – to speak while laughing, light-heartedly
chuckle – to speak with a quiet, amused laugh
sneer – to speak with contempt, mocking or scornful tone
mock – to imitate or ridicule cruelly or playfully
tease – to joke or provoke lightly, often playfully
taunt – to provoke or insult to upset someone
jeer – to ridicule loudly, often in a group
joke – to say something humorous or playful
Asked
1. Neutral / Basic
asked – the standard, most neutral way to request information
inquired – to ask formally or politely about something
queried – to raise a question, often showing doubt or curiosity
2. With Emotion / Tone
wondered – to ask in a reflective, curious, or uncertain way
questioned – to ask closely, sometimes with suspicion
demanded – to ask forcefully, expecting an answer
pressed – to push for an answer, with persistence
probed – to dig deeper with detailed, sometimes uncomfortable questions
challenged – to question in a confrontational or defiant way
3. In Everyday Dialogue
inquired of – to ask someone directly, a bit formal but conversational
wanted to know – casual phrasing, showing simple curiosity
checked – to ask in order to confirm or verify something
posed – to put forward a question, often neutrally or thoughtfully
4. Emotional Strain
snapped – to ask sharply and angrily
barked – to ask abruptly, like an order
growled – to ask in a low, hostile tone
hissed – to ask with anger or contempt, in a sharp whisper
muttered – to ask quietly, unclearly, often annoyed
whispered – to ask very softly, in secrecy or intimacy
stammered – to ask while stumbling over words, nervous or shaken
pleaded – to ask desperately, with emotion and urgency
begged – to ask earnestly, desperately seeking a response
implored – to ask with intense emotion, almost a heartfelt plea
Sounds without words
1. Surprise / Emotions
gasp – a sudden, sharp intake of breath, often from shock or awe
pant – short, quick breaths, usually from exertion or excitement
huff – a sharp exhalation, often showing irritation or impatience
puff – heavier, blowing breaths, usually from effort or tiredness
2. Pain / Suffering (neutral use, not in NSFW)
groan – a low, drawn-out sound of discomfort, pain, or annoyance
moan – a prolonged sound expressing pain, sadness, or exhaustion
whimper – a soft, broken sound, showing weakness or distress
yelp – a short, high-pitched cry, usually sudden pain or fright
cry out – a loud exclamation of pain, fear, or strong emotion
wail – a long, loud, mournful cry of grief or suffering
3. Sadness / Fatigue
sigh – a deep breath out, showing weariness, sadness, or relief
sob – loud, uncontrolled crying, with heaving breaths
sniffle – short, wet inhalations, often while holding back tears or with a runny nose
snivel – crying or whining with weak, self-pitying sounds
4. Anger / Frustration
snarl – a low, aggressive sound, often with bared teeth
growl – a deep, rumbling sound of anger or threat
grunt – a short, rough sound, showing effort or annoyance
grumble – a low, complaining sound, halfway between words and noise
roar – a loud, booming cry of anger, frustration, or authority
5. Joy / Relief
chuckle – a soft, low laugh, amused and gentle
giggle – a high-pitched, silly laugh, often nervous or playful
snicker – a suppressed, sly laugh, mocking or secretive
laugh – a general expression of amusement or joy, varying in tone
cackle – a loud, harsh laugh, often manic or mischievous
squeal – a high-pitched cry of delight, excitement, or surprise
Touch
1. Light / Gentle Touch
brush – to touch lightly in passing, often barely noticeable
caress – to touch softly and lovingly, usually with the hand
stroke – to move the hand gently and smoothly along a surface
pat – a light, quick touch, often reassuring or friendly
tap – a small, brief touch, usually with the fingers or hand
dab – to touch lightly, often to apply or remove something
graze – to touch slightly, often by accident or in passing
2. Stronger / Definite Touch
grab – to take hold of suddenly and firmly
clutch – to hold something tightly, often with desperation
seize – to take hold of forcefully or with urgency
grip – a firm, controlled hold with the hand
hold – to keep something in the hand or arms steadily
squeeze – to press something tightly between hands or fingers
press – to push down or against with steady force
grasp – to take firmly into the hand, usually with intent
3. Movement / Friction
rub – to move the hand repeatedly back and forth on a surface
knead – to press, stretch, and work something (like dough or muscles) with the hands
massage – to rub or knead muscles, usually to relieve tension
scratch – to scrape with nails or fingers, sometimes relieving an itch
tickle – to touch lightly in a way that provokes laughter or squirming
ruffle – to move through or disturb (like hair or fabric) with the hand
4. Urgency / Intensity
shove – to push roughly or forcefully
push – to apply force to move something or someone away
tug – to pull quickly and sharply
jerk – to move or pull suddenly with force
yank – to pull with a strong, sharp movement
drag – to pull someone or something along the ground or surface
5. Supportive / Caring Contact
embrace – to hold closely in the arms, often warmly
hug – to put arms around someone in affection or comfort
cuddle – to hold close for warmth or affection, often gently
snuggle – to settle closely and comfortably against someone or something
hold onto – to keep physical contact, often for reassurance or stability
Move
This category may be similar to movement / friction, but I see subtle differences, so I made a separate category. Move is intended to show motion from point to point. Movement / friction may refer more to motion in place, movement of a body part, not necessarily the whole body as in move.
1. Neutral / Basic Movement
moved – general, neutral
shifted – slightly, imperceptibly
turned – rotation, often with determination
leaned – slight movement in one direction
reached – movement with the intention of reaching for something/someone
2. Slow / Hesitant
inched – literally: to move inch by inch; tension, caution.
crept – quietly, as if in hiding; not only physically, but also emotionally (“crept closer”).
slid – smooth movement, almost silent, can be sensual or disturbing.
drifted – fluid movement, aimless, often with thoughtfulness.
glided – elegantly, lightly, almost effortlessly.
3. Sudden / Sharp / Controlled
snapped – violent, impulsive; can refer to movement of the head, hands, or body.
jerked – sudden, jerky movement; lack of full control.
whipped – quick, sharp, like a cut; intense reaction.
lunged – violent step forward, often with aggression or desperation.
snatched – quick movement with intent; control, desire, anger.
This category will be slightly different, but equally necessary. These are verbal reactions during speech without interrupting the dialogue to add narration. This makes it easier to imagine how a particular statement sounded without constantly inserting reactions into the narration. Below, I have created some categories, emotional tones, and rhythmic nuances (how length, repetition, and punctuation change the sound or meaning).
1. Light / Breathless / Startled
Used when a character is surprised, breathless, flustered, or reacting to sudden touch or emotion.
ah - soft, startled - brief intake of breath — surprise, slight pain, or pleasure
e.g.: “It’s not— ah— like that.”
oh - airy, emotional - softer than ah; often linked to realization or wonder“
e.g.: Oh... I didn’t expect you here.”
hah - breathy, amused - mixes air and sound — half-laugh, half-exhale
e.g.: “Don’t— hah— tease me.”
uh - uncertain, hesitant - filler of hesitation or confusion
e.g.: “I— uh— didn’t mean to.”
hm / hmm - thoughtful, restrained - often shows mild agreement or suppressed emotion
e.g.: “Hmm... you really think so?”
mm - muffled, through closed lips - gentle hum of satisfaction, sometimes sensual
e.g.: “Mm... maybe.”
Rhythmic note:
Short = spontaneous (reaction).
Repeated (hah, hah) = panting or breathless.
Ellipsis (...) = hesitation or soft trailing off.
2. Heated / Sensual / Restrained
Used for NSFW or high-tension moments when speech and breath collide — words interrupted by physical reaction, desire, or restraint.
ahh - open, releasing soft - breathy exhale of pleasure or relief
E.g.: “Ahh— right there.”
hahh - shaky, forced heavier breathing - tense control or arousal
E.g.: “Don’t— hahh— stop.”
mmh / mnh - muffled, closed-mouth -subdued moan or breath through resistance
e.g.: “Mmh... you’re impossible.”
ngh - guttural, restrained sound caught in the throat — effort or stifled pleasure
e.g.: “Ngh— wait.”
hnn -internalized, tense - tight, barely audible; often signals control
e.g.: “Hnn— you think I’ll break?”
aah - open, vulnerable louder or less controlled sound — surrender or high emotion
e.g.: “Aah— please—”
The echo of the Goldies is now but a distant memory. The celebrations of the Golden Team, filled with loud laughter and endless toasts, have given way to a silence that is almost sacred. The noise has evaporated. The clamor has died down.
Now, there is only the cold. The biting chill of the rink.
FIGURE SKATING: THE PROGRAM
At the center of the ice, PDU-039 stands as a statue of millimetric precision. There is no trace left of the euphoria of recent days. His mind is a perfectly oiled machine, totally focused on the goal. Before him, he doesn't just see an Olympic competition; he sees the podium, he sees consecration.
He isn't skating for himself; he is fighting for the team, for the unshakable greatness of the Golden Army.
PDU-039 emanates a stage presence that defines the Golden standard: back straight, gaze fixed, a concentration so thick it feels tangible. An imperceptible nod of the head. The music explodes through the air.
PDU-039 moves in unison with the notes. He isn't just performing an routine; he has become the program itself. It is a dance of power and grace under total control.
Flip. A clean landing, as if the ice were silk.
Triple Lutz. A steel spiral defying gravity.
He picks up speed. The blades bite into the ice with controlled ferocity. The tension in the stands is a taut wire ready to snap. The suspense is breathtaking.
THE IMPOSSIBLE JUMP
Alton @alton-gold77 and Izzy @isaac-gold-45 watch the scene with every muscle tensed. Alton’s knuckles are white as he grips the railing. "Is what I think is happening actually happening?" Alton whispers.
In that very moment, PDU-039 accelerates even further. It isn't human speed. It’s a momentum that defies the laws of physics. His body leaves the ice in a flight that seems as if it will never end.
Quadruple Axel.
(Musics by @grant-gold)
Four and a half rotations. A fraction of a second where time stands still. The landing is a blade of light carving the ice perfectly. But the choreography allows for no pauses.
Harnessing the inertia of the jump, PDU-039 instantly drops into a sit-spin. His body lowers, coiled in a pose of pure power, while the blade etches a perfect groove. The rotations become infinite—at such speed that the contours of his figure blur, drawing golden spirals on the ice that seem to glow with their own light.
In the stands, the audience is in ecstasy. There is no more room for disbelief or simple cheering: everyone is totally hypnotized. Thousands of spectators remain motionless, breath held, prisoners of that golden vortex.
"FANTASTICO PDU-039!" the commentators finally scream, their voices cracking with excitement as the vortex slows down.
From the stands, the roar of Izzy and Alton finally drowns out the music. The two bros cheer, jumping to their feet. Alton turns to Izzy with an expression somewhere between ecstatic and incredulous. "How the hell did he do that?!" Alton exclaims. "Just the other day he was completely wasted at the Chalice! He couldn't even sit straight on his chair!"
Izzy smiles, a look of pure pride stamped on his face. "Heh... it seems like the Master gave him reserve wings," Izzy replies, crossing his arms. "In every sense."
PDU-039 looks up toward them. There is no fatigue, only the awareness of one who has done their duty.
Because when you’re part of the Golden Team, nothing is truly impossible. You don’t need to hope for a miracle.
You just have to put on your wings.
Contact our recruiters: @polo-drone-001, @franco-gold94, @polo-drone-166 or @polo-drone-125
