Queens Have Arrived

Indie multimuse R.P. blog - sideblog. Active muses written - Violet Chachki, Brooke Lynn Hytes, Adore Delano, Yvie Oddly. Other queens on request. Mun is 18+

[indiequeens]

Adore and Pearl - “God… my soulmate is a complete and utter dork.” 

Pearl shoved Adore playfully, though she could barely reach since she was confided by the swing she had straddle into. Taking a hit from her joint, she passed it back to Adore and sighed dreamily. “I’m sorry I didn’t tell you as soon as I knew,” She murmured, taking on a more serious tone. “You’re like... my best friend and I didn’t want it to complicate anything.”

@thequeensarehere

[indiequeens]

“Right. I just like, didn’t want to rush you or pressure you,” Pearl explained but she went forth and lifted Adore’s loose band tee over her head. She took a moment to marvel at her gorgeous bare torso before working her pants down her legs. “Fuck, you’re beautiful...”

[thequeensarehere]

“Pearl...it’s ok. You don’t need to worry about rushing or pressuring me,” Adore replied, her fingers playing with Pearls hair as she took off her shirt. “You’re one to talk baby.”

[indiequeens]

“I just wanna make sure. Plus I’m also kinda nervous? I’ve like always wanted to do this and-“ Pearl stopped herself before she got carried away with her rambles. She hummed lightly at the soothing feeling of her hair being played with, all while her lips left a trail of kisses downwards.

[thequeensarehere]

Adore let out a soft moan as Pearl kissed her body, her fingers playing with her hair still. “It’s ok... I’m a little nervous too. I’ve always wanted to kiss you, to do all of this with you. I don’t wanna disappoint you,” she whispered

[indiequeens]

“There’s no way you can ever disappoint me,” Pearl whispered, tone soft and earnest. As she made her way between Adore’s legs, she gently kissed her inner thighs before pressing her lips lightly against her crotch. She peered up at her as if to wordlessly ask if she could remove the fabric barrier so she could properly pleasure her.

[thequeensarehere]

“You sure about that?” Adore giggled softly, her fingers brushing through Pearls hair gently. Biting her lip, she let out a soft moan as she kissed against her crotch. “I want you gorgeous. Shall I take these off?”

[indiequeens]

Brooke and Scarlet -  “If there’s one thing I could ever be sure of, it’s that your soul and mine are one.” 

Scarlet sighed and took another sip of her martini sans olive. This was a lot to take in. If anything, she had attended this pool party hoping to avoid Brooke Lynn, and now she was finding out she was her soulmate? Had the universe fucked this one up? “How can we be soulmates? Soulmates are suppose to be in love... we hardly like each other.” Peering down at her feet, she felt the denial thickening. “Lemme see the fish tattoo on your foot again. Maybe they aren’t identical?”

@thequeensarehere

[indiequeens]

“Definitely not. Like I said before, it’s like a castle compared to where I use to live in Brooklyn,” Scarlet assured her as she peaked in all the rooms. “You have anymore booze on hand? I know we shouldn’t but it’s such a gorgeous night tonight. I could go for a night cap on your balcony.”

[thequeensarehere]

“You really think so?” Brooke asked softly, her lips pulling back into a smile. “I’ve got some wine in the fridge if you want some. It’s a white wine I think...not been open.”

[indiequeens]

“You know I’m not one to sugar coat things doll,” Scarlet teased, bumping their shoulders together. “I love a good white. Pour me a tall glass will you?” And with that, she floated over to the balcony so she could feel the summer air fill her lungs.

[thequeensarehere]

Brooke couldn’t help but giggle at Scarlets words. She headed into the kitchen and grabbed the wine from the fridge, pouring two glasses for them both. She then headed out to the balcony, handing one glass to Scarlet and taking a sip from her own. “Here gorgeous.”

[indiequeens]

Brooke and Scarlet -  “If there’s one thing I could ever be sure of, it’s that your soul and mine are one.” 

Scarlet sighed and took another sip of her martini sans olive. This was a lot to take in. If anything, she had attended this pool party hoping to avoid Brooke Lynn, and now she was finding out she was her soulmate? Had the universe fucked this one up? “How can we be soulmates? Soulmates are suppose to be in love... we hardly like each other.” Peering down at her feet, she felt the denial thickening. “Lemme see the fish tattoo on your foot again. Maybe they aren’t identical?”

@thequeensarehere

[indiequeens]

“Definitely not. Like I said before, it’s like a castle compared to where I use to live in Brooklyn,” Scarlet assured her as she peaked in all the rooms. “You have anymore booze on hand? I know we shouldn’t but it’s such a gorgeous night tonight. I could go for a night cap on your balcony.”

[thequeensarehere]

“You really think so?” Brooke asked softly, her lips pulling back into a smile. “I’ve got some wine in the fridge if you want some. It’s a white wine I think...not been open.”

[indiequeens]

Adore and Pearl - “God… my soulmate is a complete and utter dork.” 

Pearl shoved Adore playfully, though she could barely reach since she was confided by the swing she had straddle into. Taking a hit from her joint, she passed it back to Adore and sighed dreamily. “I’m sorry I didn’t tell you as soon as I knew,” She murmured, taking on a more serious tone. “You’re like... my best friend and I didn’t want it to complicate anything.”

@thequeensarehere

[indiequeens]

“Right. I just like, didn’t want to rush you or pressure you,” Pearl explained but she went forth and lifted Adore’s loose band tee over her head. She took a moment to marvel at her gorgeous bare torso before working her pants down her legs. “Fuck, you’re beautiful...”

[thequeensarehere]

“Pearl...it’s ok. You don’t need to worry about rushing or pressuring me,” Adore replied, her fingers playing with Pearls hair as she took off her shirt. “You’re one to talk baby.”

[indiequeens]

“I just wanna make sure. Plus I’m also kinda nervous? I’ve like always wanted to do this and-“ Pearl stopped herself before she got carried away with her rambles. She hummed lightly at the soothing feeling of her hair being played with, all while her lips left a trail of kisses downwards.

[thequeensarehere]

Adore let out a soft moan as Pearl kissed her body, her fingers playing with her hair still. “It’s ok... I’m a little nervous too. I’ve always wanted to kiss you, to do all of this with you. I don’t wanna disappoint you,” she whispered

[indiequeens]

Adore and Pearl - “God… my soulmate is a complete and utter dork.” 

Pearl shoved Adore playfully, though she could barely reach since she was confided by the swing she had straddle into. Taking a hit from her joint, she passed it back to Adore and sighed dreamily. “I’m sorry I didn’t tell you as soon as I knew,” She murmured, taking on a more serious tone. “You’re like... my best friend and I didn’t want it to complicate anything.”

@thequeensarehere

[indiequeens]

“Right. I just like, didn’t want to rush you or pressure you,” Pearl explained but she went forth and lifted Adore’s loose band tee over her head. She took a moment to marvel at her gorgeous bare torso before working her pants down her legs. “Fuck, you’re beautiful...”

[thequeensarehere]

“Pearl...it’s ok. You don’t need to worry about rushing or pressuring me,” Adore replied, her fingers playing with Pearls hair as she took off her shirt. “You’re one to talk baby.”

[indiequeens]

Brooke and Scarlet -  “If there’s one thing I could ever be sure of, it’s that your soul and mine are one.” 

Scarlet sighed and took another sip of her martini sans olive. This was a lot to take in. If anything, she had attended this pool party hoping to avoid Brooke Lynn, and now she was finding out she was her soulmate? Had the universe fucked this one up? “How can we be soulmates? Soulmates are suppose to be in love... we hardly like each other.” Peering down at her feet, she felt the denial thickening. “Lemme see the fish tattoo on your foot again. Maybe they aren’t identical?”

@thequeensarehere

[indiequeens]

“Oh yeah? Has their mommy warned them about me?” Scarlet teased, as a playful nod to how rocky their relationship up until this point. Part of her wouldn’t be stunned if Brooke had trained these felines to hiss at her. When they arrived at Brooke’s apartment, Scarlet noted the hesitant demeanour Brooke seemed to be sporting. It was very unlike her. “What’s wrong? Is there something in there you don’t want me to see?” Well that was awfully forward and upfront but Scarlet needed to know.

[thequeensarehere]

“Not at all!” Brooke teased, “I wouldn’t be that cruel. They’re just very territorial. But don’t worry, they’ll behave.” Once they reached her door, she glanced over at Scarlet. “Other than my room being a complete and utter mess,” she bit her lip, “I just don’t want you thinking I’m something I’m not. It’s not... anything special.”

[indiequeens]

It was such a rarity to see Brooke this nervous and this vulnerable. Scarlet swore she would never get use to it. “I’m sure it’s fineeeee. Plus I like a little mess,” Scarlet purred, playing with one of Brooke’s blonde curls as if to soothe her.

[thequeensarehere]

“I just mean like... don’t be expecting anything amazing,” Brooke replied softly, moving to take Scarlets hand and opening the door to her place. “It’s not that big. Like...there’s my bedroom and the living room and the bathroom. But that’s kinda it..”

[indiequeens]

“Baby, I’m from New York. I spent like 90% of my pay cheque to live in a literal shoebox. I’m not one to judgeeeee.” As the door swung open, Scarlet didn’t hesitate to step in and scope out the place. “What are you even talking about? This place is fucking gorgeous. I gotta hand it to you, you do have exceptional taste in decor.”

[thequeensarehere]

Scarlets words eased her nerves slightly but that didn’t mean she wasn’t anxious for Scarlet to see her apartment. Biting her lip slightly, she let the girl look around before stepping closer. “You think so? It’s not too small?”

[indiequeens]

Brooke and Scarlet -  “If there’s one thing I could ever be sure of, it’s that your soul and mine are one.” 

Scarlet sighed and took another sip of her martini sans olive. This was a lot to take in. If anything, she had attended this pool party hoping to avoid Brooke Lynn, and now she was finding out she was her soulmate? Had the universe fucked this one up? “How can we be soulmates? Soulmates are suppose to be in love... we hardly like each other.” Peering down at her feet, she felt the denial thickening. “Lemme see the fish tattoo on your foot again. Maybe they aren’t identical?”

@thequeensarehere

[indiequeens]

“Oh yeah? Has their mommy warned them about me?” Scarlet teased, as a playful nod to how rocky their relationship up until this point. Part of her wouldn’t be stunned if Brooke had trained these felines to hiss at her. When they arrived at Brooke’s apartment, Scarlet noted the hesitant demeanour Brooke seemed to be sporting. It was very unlike her. “What’s wrong? Is there something in there you don’t want me to see?” Well that was awfully forward and upfront but Scarlet needed to know.

[thequeensarehere]

“Not at all!” Brooke teased, “I wouldn’t be that cruel. They’re just very territorial. But don’t worry, they’ll behave.” Once they reached her door, she glanced over at Scarlet. “Other than my room being a complete and utter mess,” she bit her lip, “I just don’t want you thinking I’m something I’m not. It’s not... anything special.”

[indiequeens]

It was such a rarity to see Brooke this nervous and this vulnerable. Scarlet swore she would never get use to it. “I’m sure it’s fineeeee. Plus I like a little mess,” Scarlet purred, playing with one of Brooke’s blonde curls as if to soothe her.

[thequeensarehere]

“I just mean like... don’t be expecting anything amazing,” Brooke replied softly, moving to take Scarlets hand and opening the door to her place. “It’s not that big. Like...there’s my bedroom and the living room and the bathroom. But that’s kinda it..”

[indiequeens]

Adore and Pearl - “God… my soulmate is a complete and utter dork.” 

Pearl shoved Adore playfully, though she could barely reach since she was confided by the swing she had straddle into. Taking a hit from her joint, she passed it back to Adore and sighed dreamily. “I’m sorry I didn’t tell you as soon as I knew,” She murmured, taking on a more serious tone. “You’re like... my best friend and I didn’t want it to complicate anything.”

@thequeensarehere

[indiequeens]

“Well I can’t really see it from this angle...” Pearl snickered before lifting her head up so she could catch a glimpse of Adore’s perfectly round rump. She swatted in playfully as she teased her. “Yup. She has my approval.”

[thequeensarehere]

Adore did her best not to moan too loud when Pearl swatted her ass, instead wiggling it again in her touch. “I’m glad I got your approval,” she teased, leaning in for a kiss.

[indiequeens]

“Mmm and I’m not an easy marker either,” Pearl kidded again, grinning as she felt Adore wiggle against her. She used her hold to maneuver Adore on top of her, her wandering hands grazing her curves as they continued to make out.

[thequeensarehere]

Adore grinned and kissed Pearl back hard, her own hands exploring over Pearls chest and stomach. She nipped her bottom lip gently, humming a little. “You know... you’re so damn cute.”

[indiequeens]

“/You’re/ cute,” Pearl retorted lamely in response. She wasn’t typically known to be with someone with a way with words, but especially now when she was entangled with the literal love of her life. She moaned softly when she felt her bottom lip being nipped at, her hands instinctively squeezing Adore’s ass as if to prove she was approving.

[thequeensarehere]

“And you’re adorable,” Adore countered, pulling back so she could stick her tongue out at Pearl. Feeling the girl grip her ass, she let out a soft moan and cupped Pearls cheeks. “I always thought you were cute though. Always.”

[indiequeens]

“Aaand I always thought you were cute. And beautiful. And sexy,” Pearl gushed as her lips detached from Adore’s own so she could kiss her jaw and down her neck. She then found the perfect spot to make her mark, smirking at the encouraging moans she reaped from it.

[thequeensarehere]

Adore whimpered slightly at the feeling of Pearl marking up her neck. She closed her eyes and parted her lips, her hands roaming over the girls body. “Fuck... I really want you baby,” she whispered

[indiequeens]

Pearl felt Adore’s passionate words right in between her legs. She nibbled on the delicate flesh and then licked it gently as if she were sealing a love bite. “I want you too,” Pearl told her, hands now running up the flaps of her shirt. “Do you mind if I-?”

[thequeensarehere]

“Of course I don’t mind,” Adore replied, watching as she ran her hands over her shirt. “After all, you’re my soulmate and I want you too,” she added, pressing a small kiss on her forehead.

[indiequeens]

Brooke and Scarlet -  “If there’s one thing I could ever be sure of, it’s that your soul and mine are one.” 

Scarlet sighed and took another sip of her martini sans olive. This was a lot to take in. If anything, she had attended this pool party hoping to avoid Brooke Lynn, and now she was finding out she was her soulmate? Had the universe fucked this one up? “How can we be soulmates? Soulmates are suppose to be in love... we hardly like each other.” Peering down at her feet, she felt the denial thickening. “Lemme see the fish tattoo on your foot again. Maybe they aren’t identical?”

@thequeensarehere

[indiequeens]

“Oh yeah? Has their mommy warned them about me?” Scarlet teased, as a playful nod to how rocky their relationship up until this point. Part of her wouldn’t be stunned if Brooke had trained these felines to hiss at her. When they arrived at Brooke’s apartment, Scarlet noted the hesitant demeanour Brooke seemed to be sporting. It was very unlike her. “What’s wrong? Is there something in there you don’t want me to see?” Well that was awfully forward and upfront but Scarlet needed to know.

[thequeensarehere]

“Not at all!” Brooke teased, “I wouldn’t be that cruel. They’re just very territorial. But don’t worry, they’ll behave.” Once they reached her door, she glanced over at Scarlet. “Other than my room being a complete and utter mess,” she bit her lip, “I just don’t want you thinking I’m something I’m not. It’s not... anything special.”

[indiequeens]

Adore and Pearl - “God… my soulmate is a complete and utter dork.” 

Pearl shoved Adore playfully, though she could barely reach since she was confided by the swing she had straddle into. Taking a hit from her joint, she passed it back to Adore and sighed dreamily. “I’m sorry I didn’t tell you as soon as I knew,” She murmured, taking on a more serious tone. “You’re like... my best friend and I didn’t want it to complicate anything.”

@thequeensarehere

[indiequeens]

“Well I can’t really see it from this angle...” Pearl snickered before lifting her head up so she could catch a glimpse of Adore’s perfectly round rump. She swatted in playfully as she teased her. “Yup. She has my approval.”

[thequeensarehere]

Adore did her best not to moan too loud when Pearl swatted her ass, instead wiggling it again in her touch. “I’m glad I got your approval,” she teased, leaning in for a kiss.

[indiequeens]

“Mmm and I’m not an easy marker either,” Pearl kidded again, grinning as she felt Adore wiggle against her. She used her hold to maneuver Adore on top of her, her wandering hands grazing her curves as they continued to make out.

[thequeensarehere]

Adore grinned and kissed Pearl back hard, her own hands exploring over Pearls chest and stomach. She nipped her bottom lip gently, humming a little. “You know... you’re so damn cute.”

[indiequeens]

“/You’re/ cute,” Pearl retorted lamely in response. She wasn’t typically known to be with someone with a way with words, but especially now when she was entangled with the literal love of her life. She moaned softly when she felt her bottom lip being nipped at, her hands instinctively squeezing Adore’s ass as if to prove she was approving.

[thequeensarehere]

“And you’re adorable,” Adore countered, pulling back so she could stick her tongue out at Pearl. Feeling the girl grip her ass, she let out a soft moan and cupped Pearls cheeks. “I always thought you were cute though. Always.”

[indiequeens]

“Aaand I always thought you were cute. And beautiful. And sexy,” Pearl gushed as her lips detached from Adore’s own so she could kiss her jaw and down her neck. She then found the perfect spot to make her mark, smirking at the encouraging moans she reaped from it.

[thequeensarehere]

Adore whimpered slightly at the feeling of Pearl marking up her neck. She closed her eyes and parted her lips, her hands roaming over the girls body. “Fuck... I really want you baby,” she whispered

[drageverywhere]

[indiequeens]

Brooke and Scarlet -  “If there’s one thing I could ever be sure of, it’s that your soul and mine are one.” 

Scarlet sighed and took another sip of her martini sans olive. This was a lot to take in. If anything, she had attended this pool party hoping to avoid Brooke Lynn, and now she was finding out she was her soulmate? Had the universe fucked this one up? “How can we be soulmates? Soulmates are suppose to be in love... we hardly like each other.” Peering down at her feet, she felt the denial thickening. “Lemme see the fish tattoo on your foot again. Maybe they aren’t identical?”

@thequeensarehere

[indiequeens]

Scarlet was still wrapping her head around receiving this kind of treatment from Brooke Lynn. She was especially stunned she suggested they’d relocate. “Sure, I’ve always curious what your place looked like...” She bluntly expressed before realizing how that sounded. “I didn’t mean like... god, just call us an Uber and don’t look at me like that,” Scarlet growled playfully, unable to resist stealing another kiss.

[thequeensarehere]

“Hey I never thought it sounded weird,” Brooke quickly replied, taking Scarlets hand gently as they got up from where they had been sitting. Kissing her back softly, she led the way outside, grabbing her phone so she could call an Uber.

[indiequeens]

Scarlet still couldn’t believe she had uncovered her soulmate tonight, and it was Brooke of all people. Clearly the universe hadn’t made this easy for her, but she was growing more confident that they had made the right decision. When the Uber finally arrived, she took her seat quietly in the back, still holding Brooke’s hand as she looked out the window. “Do you live with roommates? Have any pets?”

[thequeensarehere]

Brooke let Scarlet climb in first before getting in after, giving her hand a gentle squeeze. “No roommates, luckily. I did have one a while ago but she moved out once she found her own soulmate. As for pets... I have two cats. What about you? Do you have any pets?”

[indiequeens]

“Makes sense,” Scarlet commented, turning from the window to look at Brooke Lynn. “Aw how precious. What are their names? And no, no pets. I love animals but I just barely have the funds to take care of myself.” She giggled at her own expense before watching as the Uber halted right in front of a fancy, high rise building. “So this is home for you, huh?”

[thequeensarehere]

“Henry and Apollo. I’m sure they’ll absolutely love you. Though I will warn you, they can be a little fussy at first. But that’s them just being protective of mommy,” she chuckled softly. Once they were outside of her home, she bit her lip. “Yeah....it’s not so bad.”

[indiequeens]

Adore and Pearl - “God… my soulmate is a complete and utter dork.” 

Pearl shoved Adore playfully, though she could barely reach since she was confided by the swing she had straddle into. Taking a hit from her joint, she passed it back to Adore and sighed dreamily. “I’m sorry I didn’t tell you as soon as I knew,” She murmured, taking on a more serious tone. “You’re like... my best friend and I didn’t want it to complicate anything.”

@thequeensarehere

[indiequeens]

“Well I can’t really see it from this angle...” Pearl snickered before lifting her head up so she could catch a glimpse of Adore’s perfectly round rump. She swatted in playfully as she teased her. “Yup. She has my approval.”

[thequeensarehere]

Adore did her best not to moan too loud when Pearl swatted her ass, instead wiggling it again in her touch. “I’m glad I got your approval,” she teased, leaning in for a kiss.

[indiequeens]

“Mmm and I’m not an easy marker either,” Pearl kidded again, grinning as she felt Adore wiggle against her. She used her hold to maneuver Adore on top of her, her wandering hands grazing her curves as they continued to make out.

[thequeensarehere]

Adore grinned and kissed Pearl back hard, her own hands exploring over Pearls chest and stomach. She nipped her bottom lip gently, humming a little. “You know... you’re so damn cute.”

[indiequeens]

“/You’re/ cute,” Pearl retorted lamely in response. She wasn’t typically known to be with someone with a way with words, but especially now when she was entangled with the literal love of her life. She moaned softly when she felt her bottom lip being nipped at, her hands instinctively squeezing Adore’s ass as if to prove she was approving.

[thequeensarehere]

“And you’re adorable,” Adore countered, pulling back so she could stick her tongue out at Pearl. Feeling the girl grip her ass, she let out a soft moan and cupped Pearls cheeks. “I always thought you were cute though. Always.”

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[indiequeens]

Brooke and Scarlet -  “If there’s one thing I could ever be sure of, it’s that your soul and mine are one.” 

Scarlet sighed and took another sip of her martini sans olive. This was a lot to take in. If anything, she had attended this pool party hoping to avoid Brooke Lynn, and now she was finding out she was her soulmate? Had the universe fucked this one up? “How can we be soulmates? Soulmates are suppose to be in love... we hardly like each other.” Peering down at her feet, she felt the denial thickening. “Lemme see the fish tattoo on your foot again. Maybe they aren’t identical?”

@thequeensarehere

[indiequeens]

Scarlet was still wrapping her head around receiving this kind of treatment from Brooke Lynn. She was especially stunned she suggested they’d relocate. “Sure, I’ve always curious what your place looked like...” She bluntly expressed before realizing how that sounded. “I didn’t mean like... god, just call us an Uber and don’t look at me like that,” Scarlet growled playfully, unable to resist stealing another kiss.

[thequeensarehere]

“Hey I never thought it sounded weird,” Brooke quickly replied, taking Scarlets hand gently as they got up from where they had been sitting. Kissing her back softly, she led the way outside, grabbing her phone so she could call an Uber.

[indiequeens]

Scarlet still couldn’t believe she had uncovered her soulmate tonight, and it was Brooke of all people. Clearly the universe hadn’t made this easy for her, but she was growing more confident that they had made the right decision. When the Uber finally arrived, she took her seat quietly in the back, still holding Brooke’s hand as she looked out the window. “Do you live with roommates? Have any pets?”

[thequeensarehere]

Brooke let Scarlet climb in first before getting in after, giving her hand a gentle squeeze. “No roommates, luckily. I did have one a while ago but she moved out once she found her own soulmate. As for pets... I have two cats. What about you? Do you have any pets?”

[indiequeens]

Adore and Pearl - “God… my soulmate is a complete and utter dork.” 

Pearl shoved Adore playfully, though she could barely reach since she was confided by the swing she had straddle into. Taking a hit from her joint, she passed it back to Adore and sighed dreamily. “I’m sorry I didn’t tell you as soon as I knew,” She murmured, taking on a more serious tone. “You’re like... my best friend and I didn’t want it to complicate anything.”

@thequeensarehere

[indiequeens]

“Well I can’t really see it from this angle...” Pearl snickered before lifting her head up so she could catch a glimpse of Adore’s perfectly round rump. She swatted in playfully as she teased her. “Yup. She has my approval.”

[thequeensarehere]

Adore did her best not to moan too loud when Pearl swatted her ass, instead wiggling it again in her touch. “I’m glad I got your approval,” she teased, leaning in for a kiss.

[indiequeens]

“Mmm and I’m not an easy marker either,” Pearl kidded again, grinning as she felt Adore wiggle against her. She used her hold to maneuver Adore on top of her, her wandering hands grazing her curves as they continued to make out.

[thequeensarehere]

Adore grinned and kissed Pearl back hard, her own hands exploring over Pearls chest and stomach. She nipped her bottom lip gently, humming a little. “You know... you’re so damn cute.”