Can't find the perfect (my original idea)
Just imagine finding a secret room underneath the great 7 statues, Like one walking behind one because you saw something and you see a button and pushing it only for it to open a hatch on the back of the statue. You slowly climb down to find a small almost empty room.
“This would be perfect for a ‘me cave’. Just need to add some stuff and not tell anyone about it. A place for me to get away from everyone to just be by myself to think, to cry, or to simply breathe ” Y/n thought to herself as she looked around before nodding.
After decorating the room
Y/n looked around and nodded to herself. It wasn't much but it was hers.
It was after classes on a friday and y/n was tired and had a horrible headache so she went to her secret room and fell asleep. This week was more hectic than normal, grim being grim, Crowley being a huge jerk making y/n do his paperwork and refusing to find her away home, classes, bullies. With the lack of sleep y/n has had she was really tired but happy that next week was a break. Y/n had just planned to sleep for a few hours but instead she slept the weekend away. {I've done this before i fell asleep on friday and didn't wake up until sunday night.} When she woke up loud thunder, and people shouting could be heard. Y/n quickly climbed out of her secret room only to find the sky dark, with green lightning shooting across the sky, as y/n started walking towards the school a Scarabia student ran up to her “You’re ok! Good! Come!” he said as he gently grabbed her wrist before they both started running through the school. Students and staff sighed in relief as they saw y/n. Soon the two got to the meeting room, the Scarabia threw open the door “I FOUND HER! SHE’S HERE!” The student yelled as he pulled y/n into the room y/n saw all of her friends and teachers. Before y/n could say anything Crewel had her in a tight hug, y/n could hear his heart racing before pulling her away from him “WHERE HAVE YOU BEEN?!” Everyone yelled as they circled her “No one has seen you since friday!” Crewel said as he checked her for injuries y/n blinked in confusion “I’m sorry. I was under a lot of stress because Crowley gave me all his paperwork to do plus school assignments and chasing after grim i guess i passed out somewhere” y/n rambled out quickly as tears filled her eyes. “I didn’t mean to, i’ll make sure i don’t do that again” y/n said as bowed “you can’t control it if you pass out due to lack of sleep but next time at least tell someone how you are feeling” silver said as he rubbed her back. Everyone was happy to see she was ok but right now they wanted to make sure she ate properly, and made sure she wasn’t hurt anywhere.
All dorm leaders were highly ticked off as was crewel they dealt with crowley their way, Now crowley won’t even ask y/n for anything, he pays her more, and fixes up the ramshack dorm were y/n now has air and heat. Everyone takes turns helping y/n if she needs it.
Twisted wonderland x Hogwarts reader
(picture I made but Hogwarts legacy picture and twisted wonderland castle belongs to rightful owner)
The last thing I remember was an explosion in potions class and now I were waking up with a talking monster cat trying to get my clothes. A crow looking old man fussing about the monster cat running around and making everything catch on fire,
Then a mirror saying it saw no magic within me, but luckily I still had my wand but because I have no idea where I was I'll let them believe what the minor says even if it lies.
/ First years + Grim finding out you have magic/
Grim has known since the first night y'all met. Right after the old crow left, and the ghost showed up you helped him fight them then repaired a bedroom with Reparo Grim looked at you "But I thought you had no magic!" Grim was surprised but then smiled evily "Don't tell anyone or I'll turn you into a barrel and throw you off a cliff or I'll throw you at that crow" you threatened the cat who agreed in fear. But he never spilled your secret mainly because he started to respect you after awhile.
Ace and Deuce found out at the same time in the cave with the miner overblot they where about to be hit when you casted Accio and they flew back to your side. Ace and Deuce didn't ask anything but started to fight the monster alongside you. Then once y'all where on the way back to the college ace grabbed your shoulders and started to shake you "You have magic?! But the mirror said you didn't!" Ace asked as Deuce nodded along with him "the mirror lied?" You said trying not to throw up. Ace stopped shaking you "Why didn't you say anything?" Deuce asked "Because it's fun to prove people wrong" you said shrugging.
Jack and everyone else in savanaclaw found out at the same time as well after when leona overbloted you where able to beat the scarp out of him with your magic while saving the other students as well. Savanaclaw students know not to mess with you but every now and again some will ask to train with you. Leona will have his pride cracked that he was taken down by someone who was supposed to be magicless but he respects you, ruggie will be your best friend when you Accio him a donut. Jack won't say it out loud but likes when you help him with his cactus.
Epel found out when you used lumos to find your way to the bathroom in the middle of the night. He looked at you in shock "I'll explain later" you say tiredly walking past him into the bathroom.
Ortho found out when him and his brother overbloted and you stuck them with lightning because you were ticked about grim being taken.
Sebek found when you took his book at him cause he called you a useless human. Once the book was out of his had you made him levitate and float while he screamed to put him down. Ps you didn't put him down until he apologized to you.
we're here for you Y/n
Y/n shock her head as she walked down the hall between Jack and Deuce watching Grim and Ace yell at each other about who knows what." Can you two just shut up?!" Deuce huffed "oh go cry me a river Deuce" Ace huffed back "He's just hangry." Grim chuckled Ace nodded then they both looked at Deuce "is the baby hangry?" Grim and Ace asked in baby voices "that's it I'ma kill them" Deuce said as he popped his knuckles and started to run at them making Grim and Ace scream and run away from him "GET BACK HERE!" Deuce growled "Y/N HELP!" Grim and Ace cried. Y/n laughed at the sight of this Jack just smirked and shook his head. "Let's go after them to make sure they don't get in trouble" y/n said looking up at Jack. The wolf nodded at his small friend "knowing them it's bound to happen either way" he replied as they followed after their friends.
Soon they found their friends Epel and Sebek who joined them with finding the three trouble makers.
After finding Grim, Ace and Deuce the seven friends made their way to the cafeteria. As the seven of them got to the cafeteria they got their food and sat down at the table and started eating and talking. Y/n smiled at her friends when suddenly something cold and wet was poured on her head making her gasp Grim yelped as the cold wet substance poured on him as well. Everyone looked at y/n to see she had milk running down her hair and face. Y/n turned to see a boy and his group of friends she didn't know standing behind her with a empty mild carton in his hand.
“Pffft, look at her, so defenseless, she shouldn’t even be at this school!” The boy said harshly while throwing the empty carton at her. "Hey!" Y/n's friends growled standing up only to be held in to place by magic. "Look she can't even fight so she needs her friends to fight for her!" Another boy cackled as the others laughed. One boy suddenly grabbed y/n by her tie and yanked her to him
"Look how pathetic you look. You’re not even considered to be human in my eyes! To me, you’re just trash. Go find a trash can and make yourself at home! Night Raven College is a place for prestigious mages. Not for some worthless humans who can’t use magic and defend themselves!" He said as he threw y/n to the ground to which she landed on her arm which hurt like heck, with in seconds she was covered in the students lunches. Soon everyone in the cafeteria was either looking at her, laughing at her or recording her. Y/ns e/c (eye color) eyes soon started to fill up with tears. She got up and ran out of the cafeteria as fast as she could with tears falling from her eyes. "Y/N!" Her friends called out but she paid no mind to them she just ran as fast and as far as she could.
When y/n finally stopped to catch her breath she saw she was right outside of Ramshackle Dorm her dorm. She carefully whipped her tears away and went inside she hung her uniform out to dry as she took a long slow bath. When she was finished her got into her comfy clothes and hid under her bed hugging her pillow as she started to cry her heart out. Y/n slowly cried herself to sleep underneath her bed.
•Sometime later•
When Y/n came too she was being pulled out from underneath her bed. She was blinded by the light but once her version came back she was faced with everyone she ever knew
I mean everyone! Her group of best friends, the dorm-leaders, and even the seniors it was almost everyone she knew and called her friends. They were all gathered in her room standing around her, "Y/n! we finally found you!" Ace smiled as he, Deuce, Epel, Jack, Sebek and Grim hugged her. Y/n was surprised, too sleepy mixed with shock to even register what had happened but she held them the best she could. (Y/n had just been dragged out from her sleeping spot she needs a minute to wake up) All seven of them held on to y/n like their life depended on it. "We couldn't find you anywhere and the first years who messed with you were nowhere to be found. So, we came looking for you and your dorm was the only place we haven’t checked" Riddle said as he huffed. "we gathered everyone we knew to help us find you" Jack said looking up from y/ns arms. "Herbivore your arm!" Leona said making everyone look at y/ns left arm which was a ugly blueish purple. Ace, Deuce, Epel, Jack, Sebek and Grim pulled away from her. Azul gently grabbed her arm only for her to yelp and yank her arm back only her to see her hand was limp. How did she not notice her broken wrist before now?! Y/n started to feel the pain in her wrist now. "We need to get you to the infirmary!" Azul said. With out any objection y/n was picked up by Flyod and was taken to the infirmary.
As y/n sat in the infirmary bed her all of her friends. Y/ns arm wrist was broken but her arm was badly bruised. "Y/n.. you do know what they said isn't true right?" Deuce asked looking at his sad friend. "that's where your wrong.." y/n started everyone looked at the small girl "what they said was true," y/n lifted her head to let everyone see her e/c tear filled eyes. “I am just a human, I don’t possess any magic powers and yet here I am in this school for magicians. Not only that, but I am also the dorm leader for this dorm and I have been made a prefect! Isn’t that unfair to everyone else?” Y/n said out loud, letting everyone hear her. "I understand why they would have these kinds of thoughts. I understand why they hate me! No matter where I go I'll never be perfect I'll always be told I'm worthless, stupid and many other things! I'm not special! No matter what I'll always be the problem!" Y/n said as she cried.
Everyone was shocked. They have never seen this side of y/n. Heck, they never thought She would be capable of producing these types of thoughts. In their eyes, Y/n were always so cheerful, kind, fun, loving and thoughtful. Heck even when things got out of hand, She would remain calm and solve the problem to the best she could. To think someone this pure and precious to them would have such depressing and degrading thoughts is beyond them. Grim was hurt the most The poor fire breathing furball practically lived with y/n for so long and he didn’t even have a single clue of this side of her was scaring him. Grims ears dropped as he sniffed "y-your wrong.." he whispered. Y/n looked down at the cat in her lap before he looked up her with tears in his eyes " YOUR WRONG! You’re not the problem! It’s them!" grim yelled making everyone jump. "You were picked for a reason! You believed in me when when no one else would! You took care of me!" Grim cried. Everyone slowly caught on and spoke up “You assisted us with our dark sides, only you child of man could do that.” Malleus said, representing every dorm leader. “You had us working together during the Inter-High Magift Tournament.” Ruggie added as he smiled "you helped us become friends" Ace, Deuce, Epel, Jack, Sebek said as they gently hugged me again. Y/n smiled and looked at all her friends.
Soon when y/n got out of the infirmary everything started going back to normal
Mondays~ Riddle invited her to have tea with him and the others, Trey always asked for her help in the kitchen and she had a fun time with him while making sweets and desserts for everyone. Cater would whisk her away to either a selfie-session in the dorm’s gardens or a photoshoot in any new place that the he had found to be photogenic. Ace and Deuce would invite her to play croquet with them from time to time,
Tuesdays~ Leona would take y/n to his favorite sleeping spots to get her away from all the ruckus, Ruggie and y/n would prank everyone just for laughs, Jack would wake y/n up early in the morning to go jogging. Normally y/n would be on his back as he ran but sometimes she would run with him.
Wednesday's ~ Y/n would hang out with Azul in the VIP room. Help the twins out in the Mostro Lounge if they needed the extra hand. Jade would entrust you with drinks while he and Floyd went to prepare food. When Mostro Lounge closed its doors for the day, y/n would enjoy some tea with the three underwater mermen, or have pillow fights. Floyd and y/n pranks are a thing.
Thursday's~ Kalim would always have a big smile on his face when y/n comes to dine or party with him and Jamil. Kalim chases Jamil with a fake bug just to get him to run off holding y/n while screaming cuss words
Friday~ there is no way out y/n gets make overs every Friday night with the Pomefiore dorm. Normally when Vil isn't paying attention Epel would whisk y/n away to his room and teach her to on how to carve apples.
Rook takes everyone out for fancy ice cream.
Saturdays~ mini-gaming sessions at Ignihyde!
Idia vs y/n is like watching two siblings fight about who's going to win. Ortho sees y/n as his big sister who helps him and spoils him and his brother.
Sunday morning~ little walks with Diasomnia dorms. Malleus would sometimes accompany y/n on her walks. Lilia would make some tea for everyone. breaking up arguments between Silver and Sebek only to be trapped in hugs.
Sunday nights~ y/n and grim watch the stars.
Once y/n started getting better and back to their normal self everyone was happy.
Y/n is precious to them, she brings peace to them, she brought them together as a whole.
Everyone loved the shorty. What happened to the group of bully's well the boys finally found them after looking around. Everything they did to y/n was given back to them seven times harder then they were expelled.
(art came from Pinterest)
🪶The Crow’s Fledgling🪶
(Dire Crowley)
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Summary: Headmaster Dire Crowley is generous, simple as that. But why? What’s in it for him to be kind to you?
Such a question races through your mind persistently when you are given a strange letter from him. Why does he keep you around? You’re magicless and penniless. Utterly useless.
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Headmaster Crowley was like a to-do list that never ended. Whether it was organizing his filing cabinet, mopping the dining room floor, or taking pictures of the students for the yearbook, he always kept you on your toes.
And today was no exception.
You had just finished helping some Heartslabyul students deadhead the rose garden when Grim came bounding up to you with a letter in his mouth. You recognized the black wax seal, bearing the NRC crest, and cringed.
What does Crowley want with me now? you thought.
"No doubt it's a load of orders," said Grim, seemingly reading your mind. "Crowley doesn't seem to let you have a day off."
Your face fell.
"Listen," he said. "I'm not fond of lettin' my henchman slack-off, but I could always burn the letter and pretend you never saw it."
"You would do that for me?"
"Sure. In exchange for an extra can of tuna."
You internally sighed. Of course, you thought. There has always got to be a reward in it for you.
You glared as Grim curled up under the shade of a rosebush, gloating about how he could relax and you couldn't. The letter in your hand began to feel like lead. The choice to ignore Crowley and have a free evening was irresistible. You were tired, hungry, and still had a mountain of homework to tackle. But, as you took a moment to think about it, could you really afford to say no to Dire Crowley?
Calling it 'generosity' to give you a derelict dorm and force you to work for him had made you laugh at first, but in all honesty, it was generous of him. You had woken up in a random world with no network and nothing to your name. And with no knowledge about Twisted Wonderland or a drop of magic in your veins, you were defenseless and witless. Yet, Dire Crowley had allowed you to stay at his school, and even though Ramshackle was a glorified mausoleum, it was shelter. You had clothes on your back, food in your stomach, and had managed to establish yourself amongst the student body. Not only were you indebted to the man for sticking his neck out for you, but also, you dreaded to think what would happen if you were dismissed for being lazy. You had nowhere to go.
Upon coming to this conclusion, you decided to bite your lip and just read the darn thing. Grim let out a groan as you slipped a small card out of the envelope.
"What?" you said. "I'm being a good henchman, aren't I?"
"But you're supposed to be my henchman," he whined. "Who's going to get me dinner tonight if you're too busy obeying the Headmaster?"
You shrugged. "Ace and Deuce? Kalim and Jamil? Anyone. Heck, Idia's always wanted a cat. I'm sure you could lynch some junk food out of him if you begged."
Grim's ears perked up. "That's quite a menu," he said, licking his lips.
All of a sudden, you didn't seem so interesting to the magical feline anymore and he bolted off into the depths of Heartslabyul like a tiger on the hunt.
On the hunt for tarts, you thought.
Turning your attention back to Crowley's letter, you were surprised, and relieved to see just two simple sentences:
COME TO MY OFFICE AT SIX O'CLOCK.
DON'T EAT ANYTHING BEFOREHAND.
Your brow creased with confusion. Why would he tell you not to eat? You were already starving from a full day's worth of work and six o'clock wasn't for another hour. However, you supposed it was better than getting asked to do chores. So, with a grumbling stomach and tired eyes, you marched off to the library to do a spot of homework before your rendezvous.
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The sun was already beginning to set on the horizon. Due to being situated on an island, NRC always had sunsets that kissed the ocean. The water rippled like cider in the golden glow, a sweet and intoxicating sight. You watched the waves as you trekked upstairs to Dire's Office. You friends called it the 'Crow's Nest' because it was located right at the top of the school, and your chest was heaving by the time you knocked on the door.
"Perfectly punctual!" came a voice from the other side. "Come in, come in, (Y/N).”
The office looked as it usually did, with dark drapes and a large desk; the portraits of the school patrons hung behind it haphazardly. Yet there was no Headmaster.
You took a step into the office...
BAM!
The door slammed behind you. It gave you such a fright your heart leaped into your throat, and then a pair of hands draped over your eyes and you were blinded. Chuckling filled your ears.
"No peeking now, dear fledgling," said Mr Crowley. "It'll ruin the surprise."
"Holy-! What the heck, sir!" you exclaimed. Crowley's fingers tightened around your face, telling you to watch your tone.
"Now, now," he said cheerfully. His knees pressed into your legs, instructing you to move forward. "Is that any way to talk to your generous employer? Even after I went to all this effort?"
What effort?
You heard the distinct change of wood to hard stone as you paced out of the office and into the open air. Confused, you brought your hands up to Crowley's and pried them away.
The air hitched in your chest.
A circular dinner table, blanketed in a white cloth, was set up on the office balcony. Two places had been set with intricately cut glasses and cutlery that shined in the gentle moonlight. Crowley put a hand on your shoulder.
"I am a generous Headmaster, my dear fledgling," he said, squeezing softly. "And I think it's only right to reward you for your service once in a while. You've gone above and beyond the call of duty, especially with the overblot cases, all while keeping your head up and going against the grain each and every day. Don't think I haven't noticed."
You stared up into the pale yellow light behind Crowley's mask, opening and closing your mouth yet making no noise. What could you say?
"Sir...this...this..."
Crowley waited expectantly.
"This isn't an excuse to get out of marking exam scripts, is it?"
His face fell.
"Absolutely not!" he cried, pressing his free hand to his chest dramatically. You weren't convinced. "Is it a crime to appreciate one's staff?"
An image of Professor Trein and Crewel sharing a surprise dinner with Crowley flashed across your mind and you nearly snickered.
"And no," he went on, "it won't be taken out of your paycheque."
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You let yourself be guided over to the table. The chair moved out for you all on its own and a serviette fluttered onto your lap the moment you sat down. Crowley sat across from you and snapped his fingers. Two plates appeared, filled with what appeared to be grilled vegetables; their aroma delicate yet distinctly smoky.
"Cheers, Prefect," said Crowley, lifting his glass. "To you."
A huge grin adorned your face. This was so kind, so thoughtful. And, admittedly, so deserved, too. Crowley had really outdone himself. All these months of endless work had made you start to believe you were nothing but a lackey. It felt so wonderful to be proven wrong, especially in this way. You made a hasty grab for your glass, already filled with a sparkling beverage...but you stopped.
Deftly, your hand hit the table, making your cutlery jingle like wind chimes. Crowley tilted his head with puzzlement.
Tears suddenly began to prick your eyes.
"Fledgling?" the Headmaster asked, a concerned tone to his voice. "Whatever is the matter? You aren't allergic to aubergines, are you?"
You shook your head. You couldn't believe how ridiculous you were being. Crying in front of the Headmaster? While he'd gone to all this effort to treat you? And for what? You couldn’t quite put your finger on why you had started acting so emotional. Instinctively, you lowered your head and wiped your eyes with your sleeve.
"It's nothing," you said quickly.
You couldn't see Crowley, since you were too interested in your lap, but you heard him put down his glass and push back his chair. A moment later he was beside you, crouching down to get a better look at your face. You looked away.
"(Y/N)? Tell me what's wrong this instant."
"It really is nothing, sir," you said, forcing yourself to smile. "Let's just enjoy our dinner. No doubt you're as starving as I am-"
Suddenly, Crowley grabbed your arms and dragged you upwards off your seat. You whipped your gaze up to him. Two piercing lights stared into your eyes. They seemed to analyze your soul; rummage around inside your skull for answers.
"Don't play me for a fool," he said darkly.
"I-I wasn't-"
"I doubt those are tears of joy running down your face. Answer me, (Y/N)."
Unbeknownst to you, a stray tear was flowing freely down your cheek. It trickled down to your jaw, leaving a cool trail in its wake, and fell directly onto Crowley's wrist. You were tempted to pass the droplet off as rain, but there was no way he'd believe that. The night was clear.
"I just don’t know why, sir,” you managed to finally croak out. "Why are you doing this?"
Crowley didn't flinch, a silent order for you to continue. You felt your body grow limp, surrendering all your energy to speaking.
"I have no magic. No money. Barely any skills. Everything you ask me to do, I do sometimes without even knowing how and make things worse. Yet, you still allow me to stay here, even going so far as to do things like this for me? I just don’t understand why. I certainly don’t deserve it.”
The grip Crowley had on you grew tighter, his claw rings digging into your flesh. You winced. Had you said something wrong? Ought you not have mentioned sometimes 'making things worse?' Would he cut his losses after this? Dread pooled in your stomach. You were glad you hadn't eaten anything yet because you felt as though you'd be sick.
After a painfully long minute, he said: “It’s because you're just a child.”
"W-What?"
"Like a lamb in a lion's den." His grip got so tight it tore the fabric of your shirt. "You've been plunged into this world knowing nothing. Did you honestly expect me to let you fend for yourself?"
"Yes!" you exclaimed. "Surely I mean nothing to you! Don’t get me wrong, I’m grateful, but you owe me nothing and have still given me so much.”
Finally, his grip loosened on you. You sighed with relief, reaching up to massage your biceps. You could see faint red crescent moons where his claws had dug in. However, your fingers had barely stroked your shirt before you were pulled into a hug.
"Ridiculous," said the Headmaster.
You went stiff as a board. Your body seemed to have suddenly shut itself down, locked up and thrown away the key. All you could do was breathe and blink. "It's been a pleasure watching you learn and grow over these past few months,” he went on. “And you do mean something. Something to everyone here. And, I’ll confess, I've begun to see you more as an errand-runner."
You didn't know if it was because of you or not, but Crowley's chest began to tremble as if he was tearing up, too.
"I’ve seen so many students pass through these walls. I’ve seen their faces disappear into the vast sea of life year after year, go back to their families holiday after holiday. But you, you are like my own child. So innocent, so eager to please, and my responsibility beyond that of being your Headmaster. How can I possibly even think of getting rid of you when seeing your smile and achievements feel like my own-“
So many emotions flooded you: relief, disbelief, serenity, gratitude, that you jumped at the chance to hug him back. Your arms wrapped around him so tightly. You had no clue that you had made such an impact on this man. He saw you as his own child? And, deep down, had you begun to see him like a father figure? Perhaps. He had always provided everything you needed, even if those things weren't exactly perfect, or even decent. The crux of the matter was that Crowley had looked after you.
"Thank you, sir," you muttered into his ear.
A light hum was his reply. "Always, my fledgling. Now, come and dry those eyes. Our starters are getting cold."
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Scenarios of Jamil, Jade, Jack, Rook, and Malleus reacting to the reader saying "I'll accept your confession if you give me a frog" right after they confess lol (gn)
This is literally me fangirling, laughing, and then feeling guilty in a circle-
He hesitated a lot, before finally gathering the courage to confess to you. You first became friends, slowly developing your relationship. He tested his waters, checking what you think about his financial and family status. Obviously, not many people would want to date a mere servant. Even fewer of them would want a future with him.
So of course, the man was pretty insecure. He put a lot of effort into planning a meeting you would deserve. In the end, he opted for a cottagecore themed date. You seemed like a fan of those.
So he prepared the tastiest snacks that would fit the atmosphere, picked the most suitable place, where no one would disturb you and threw Kalim into a well so he could not get in his way for once, and changed a few things with his magic so it would be even more lovely than it already was.
Everything was perfectly in its place, creating a unique atmosphere. It was time to carefully approach you, offering to spend the whole afternoon together.
And you agreed! Naturally, you had your suspicions, but the view that appeared in front of your eyes when you got there was beyond your expectations:
It was a small meadow, surrounded by flowery bushes and trees, secluding you from the rest of the world. Sunrays shone exactly at the spot, where a picnic blanket with all kinds of foods shaped like plants and mushrooms was laid. And don’t forget the traditional wicker basket covered with a white napkin!
Jamil smiled proudly at the sight of your eyes sparkling with amazement. He took your hand in his and led you to your places. Both of you sat down as he encouraged you to try it. He prepared everything for his precious love after all.
You took a bite of a flybane-shaped cookie. And it was delicious. You tried a pie that looked exactly like those shown in fairy tales and it tasted wonderful too. Before the male dug in the food himself, he asked for your feedback. Your praises and happy smile made his heart flutter in delight.
Sometime later, when you were laying on the warm grass and chatting carelessly about everything, he suddenly stood up. You raised your head and met his warm, dark eyes. Sunshine illuminated tanned skin on his face, with blush evident on his cheeks. Voice calm and soft as a whisper, hiding the tension he felt in his stomach well.
“Y/n, would you like to become my lover?”
You stood up too, smiling back at him. You took one step closer, your noses almost touched. Jamil resisted the sudden impulse to step back, his skin growing redder.
“Well. “ Jamil held his breath in anticipation. “I’ll accept your feelings if you give me a frog,” You exclaimed, clapping your hands, looking at him innocently.
“A… frog?”
“Yes.”
“Like a real one or-”
“A real one.”
“You’re serious about this?”
“Naturally.”
“After all the effort I put in you ask for a-”
“Indeed I do.”
“...”
“ :) ”
*trying so hard not to explode*
“ :) ”
“...You know what, there’s a pond nearby I’ll be back in 15mins”
And so, Jamil went in the pond’s direction, with an irk mark on his forehead, muttering about annoying y/ns wanting fucking frogs-
You sat back as if nothing ever happened, enjoying the scenery and waiting for your frog. You only turned around sometime later, when you heard footsteps behind your back. Scarabia’s vice dorm leader knelt next to you, still irritated, with a lily pad laid flat on his hand, the other one moved from over its surface, uncovering a cute lil green frog.
As soon as the hand was removed, the frog jumped its way to your lap and stayed there long enough for you to admire its beauty and soon was snatched back on the lily pad.
“Let’s bring it back now, shall we?”
This man barely controlled his growing impatience and you nodded, humming along the way. When you finally reached your destination, he let go of the cute animal that hopped back into the water and turned his gaze to you.
You on the other hand only chuckled. This was awfully enjoyable. But enough playing. Instead of saying anything, you threw yourself in now-your-boyfriend’s arms, your lips colliding with each other’s. The sudden impact caused him to stumble and land on soft moss.
Both of you laughed into the sweet kiss, your arms behind his neck and his wrapping around your waist. None of you showed any intention of moving from your position.
Later that day, Scarabia dorm students were quite confused at Jamil’s wonderful mood to say it gently he even got Kalim out of that well at the end of the day-
Jade knew a lot about you. Man has a great ability to get the information he wants from almost anyone. Once he realized his feelings, he made it his honor to get to know you well. So obviously, he would know about the fondness you held towards frogs. He even considered giving you one, but for some reason, he resigned from that idea.
Well, he shouldn’t have.
When choosing the perfect date setting for your confession, he chose an aquarium - a tourist attraction pretty popular on the island. At first, he wanted to give you a potion and bring you into the ocean, but after a second thought, he realized that you may not have the best memories from there, so he’d save it for another time.
Instead, he bought tickets and made some snacks for you to share later. Of course, after you agreed to come. The man behaved ever more like a gentleman than usual, greeting you by taking your hands in his and looking you in the eye, in a warm manner, reserved for you only. He led you all the way from the college to the place of your actual date.
The way wasn’t short, but your companion knew exactly how to entertain you so you wouldn’t feel tired at all. With his well-known smirk, he brought you inside the building.
The place was quite a big one for sure. With all these different kinds of underwater creatures behind glass walls, you felt like you could touch them if you only reached out your hand.
Jade observed your face, with growing satisfaction. You were already so fascinated, and this was just the beginning. He told himself to be patient and don’t claim you his until you say ‘yes, but one look and he could already feel like his chances with you were rising.
It was time to show off.
“Would you like to know how these are called?” He pointed at a shoal of little, colorful fishes, “Consider yourself lucky because an underwater life expert is at your service.”
Time passed quickly, as you slowly marched forward, Jade talking about all kinds of fishes you saw, you nodding along and the staff sulking their shoulders in utter shame after hearing his lectures, which amused eel boy greatly.
It was rare to see him so compassionate and excited. This side of his attracted you, while your enthusiastic nodding and asking sincere questions brought that man to cloud nine. The way you seemed so interested made him realize that except for you, there was nobody he could share his interests with. Even Floyd quickly lost his interest in talks regarding these subjects.
When you left, the sun was already setting. One indeed does lose track of time, when spending time with those one holds dear.
You climbed on a nearby hill and watched the whole sunset together, sitting shoulder to shoulder and eating snacks brought by Jade. He stood up, his tall figure blocking the last rays of sunshine - this was his chance. His hand rested on his chest, a mere attempt to calm his racing heart.
“Would you do me the honor of becoming your one and only significant other, my dearest y/n?”
You didn’t answer, clearly expecting something more.
That caught the man off guard. Did he not do enough?
He stayed silent, but thousands of thoughts raced through his mind. Eventually, you spoke again.
“Where’s the frog?”
Just as he thought you couldn’t surprise him anymore.
“A frog?” He repeated, to ensure he heard correctly.
“Yeahh, I ain’t accepting your feelings if you don’t give me a frog,” You answered casually as if this was the most normal thing in the world.
“Let me get this clear, if I bring you a frog, you will accept my feelings?”
“That’s exactly what I said.”
You remained unmoved while Jade regained his composure.
“Well then, would you mind waiting until tomorrow for the gift of my love for you?
“Yeah sure, take your time.” You finally stood up and patted him on the back. You went back to the college building, the sky already dark when you arrived.
***
The next day, the first thing you saw in the morning after leaving your dormitory, was a square-shaped terrarium with a beautiful White’s tree frog looking at you from inside, in the hands of your new boyfriend explaining in detail how to take care of it. He also prepared notes in case you forgot anything!
He carefully set the object on the ground and this was the time you took his tie in your hand, pulling him down and managing to steal a kiss on his lips. That surprised him, but his expression changed to a pitiful one in an instant
“Is that all I get for all my efforts?” He teased and you playfully rolled your eyes.
Without letting go of the accessory, you grinned at him in a naughty manner.
“Fine, c’mere! I’ll spoil you rotten!”
Jack is not the type of person, who would straight up let you know his feelings. Every time he tried to approach you, he hesitated and backed away every time, cursing himself for being such a coward. He wasn’t going to give up on you either, though.
He wasn’t stupid. It was obvious to everyone that the Ramshackle prefect had many adorators. But he still waited until one day, he witnessed some student from Pomefiore dorm confessing to you. Man has never been this scared in his whole life. And has never been this thankful when you declined. He still had a chance!
That was it. He couldn’t run away anymore. It was time to be a man and face his feelings.
The next day, you were invited by no one else, but the fluffy wolf boy to join him on his workout routine. It was no rare occurrence. Depending on your mood, you would train with him or cheer for him from under a tree and enjoy the view. So of course, you accepted.
At first, you tried to join him, but he did more exercises with more repetitions than usual and you grew tired quickly. So you sat under the tree you usually sat under and watched him in silence.
“Hey, Jack. You okay? Your face is quite red. Don’t overwork yourself, okay?”
“D-don’t worry about me!”
When he sat on the ground next to you to take a break, you wiped the sweat off his face with a towel and offered him a water bottle. This somehow managed to make him even more flustered than he already was. But why? You did it every time, didn’t you?
“I was on a walk in this area the other day and found a nice, shady place to relax in. Wanna go with me there?” His voice was quiet. He didn’t even look at you. His eyes were pinned to the ground. You actually started to worry about him but agreed.
The beastman thought about ways to break the silence that fell between you as you walked, yet nothing came to his mind except the intrusive thoughts living there.
‘Do I confess now or later?’
‘How do I say that?’
‘What if they don’t accept?’
‘Obviously, they could find someone better.’
‘I’m too greedy.’
‘I shouldn’t ask for more than I deserve.’
His slowly building panic attack was calmed down by your hand on his shoulder. His eyes met your worried gaze.
“You don’t look well. Maybe we should come back now?”
He felt so guilty about worrying you. So he decided that he won’t make you sad anymore and will only bring you happiness from now on.
Before he realized, you were already in the place he mentioned earlier. A secluded area full of boulders of all kinds of sizes and shapes. A small spring located to your left had such clear water, you could see the bottom clearly.
Jack took a deep breath and called your name. When you turned around, you met his determined gaze.
“Y/n, I am… I am deeply in love with you, please go out with me!” He shouted, bowing down.
You gasped softly. So this is why he has been acting strangely for the whole day!
“Alright then,” His eyes perked up at your response, “I’ll go out with you, if you give me a frog.”
The man straightened his back, looking at you for a while. Then, his ears laid flat on his head as he lowered his gaze, scratching his neck.
“I don’t have one,” He almost whispered.
“Don’t worry about it! You can bring it to me anytime, I’m not going anywhere.”
You ensured, petting his head which cheered him up greatly.
“Can you wait for a while? I’m sure there must be some frogs nearby.”
“Alright.” You made yourself comfortable on one of the rocks, observing his silhouette jogging into the woods.
It wasn’t long till Jack came back with a Northern leopard frog carefully placed in his hands. Of course, his sharpened senses would make this task relatively easy.
He placed the heavenly creature on the moss in front of you, awaiting your response.
“You caught a cute one! Very well, we’re a couple now,” You announced placing a kiss on his arm cuz this man hella tall. He turned into a stuttering mess, but couldn’t deny his happiness and relief.
The rest of the day you spent in an incredibly unrealistic situation.
While you had a break, from your magic college for fairy tale villains, you laid on soft grass in a clearing surrounded by huge rocks, petting your werewolf boyfriend’s head laying on your lap and guessing what thing does this or that rock’s shape resemble. With a wonderful frog on your shoulder no less!
Yeah, that was a very good day.
One shall never know what’s on this man’s mind. Even you, despite how close you may have seemed to others, how much he smiled and complimented you, he always felt too distant.
So of course, you would be confused by his feelings. Does he adore you romantically, or platonically? He may shower you with good words, but he did the same with everyone else. Aah, this was too much!
For Rook, however, his feelings were painfully obvious. He could go on and on, about how much you meant to him… And he did. But instead of being flattered, you were troubled because HOW DID HE MEAN IT??????
Therefore, there was no way you would confess so quickly simply because of the uncertainty you felt. And that was even better because the hunter could take the matters into his own hands, and show you his love the best way possible.
It’s time for the scheming, guys.
It was a warm, sunny day. It was neither chilly nor too hot. Just perfect. You were minding your own business when suddenly, an arrow flew right in front of you, piercing into the wall, causing your whole life to flash in front of your eyes.
You could practically feel an expectant gaze on yourself, even though the owner was hidden from your eyes. You sighed and massaged your temples, counting to 20, before reading the message attached to the item.
My dearest trickster y/n,
I will
look at you
across
any room
and think
you are
the most
beautiful
person I’ve
ever seen
for as
long as I
breathe
Allow me
the privilege
of going out
together
meet me
in the science
club room
tomorrow
at seven
You raised a brow and coughed to hide the smile that appeared on your lips. You knew that he noticed anyway, but it didn’t bother you at all. You had romantic scenarios to imagine in your head other things to do.
That day, you spent your whole afternoon taking makeup lessons and trying on countless outfits with Vil who was in fact, quite amused. Not that he didn’t cheer for you. But still, he couldn’t beat Epel who one day showed up in a shirt saying “Motherfucking Y/n x Rook must be my motherfucking favorite motherfucking ship” VIL TRIED SO HARD TO SCOLD HIM, BUT IT WAS KINDA HARD WHEN THE WHOLE DORM ALMOST CHOKED WITH HOW HARD THEY WERE LAUGHING and you spent that day dragging confused hunter out of the campus, so you wouldn’t have to suffer from embarrassment any further you’re still not sure if you succeed.
And now, you were standing in front of the science club room, still rubbing sleepiness from your eyes, not sure what to do now. Were you supposed to knock? Or enter? Or just stand there and wait?
Well, your doubts were washed away when the door opened, showing a certain blonde in a hat, with a lovestruck expression on his face. Behind him, the room was filled with flying flowers, feathers, and hearts of all colors. Between them, sparkled little lights and you couldn’t resist the urge to touch them. Rook encouraged you to do so, showing you a smile no one else had a chance to witness. He led your hand with his, the other one closed the door behind you.
The feathers were so soft, the flowers smelled so beautifully and the hearts tasted like nothing you’ve ever eaten.
“How did you make these all?”
“A good magician never reveals his secrets,” he said in a mysterious tone, “now come, my dearest. This isn’t all I have prepared for you.”
Caught in all the magic battles and overblots, you forgot how beautiful magic could be, but fear not! The charming hunter of love was here to remind you.
He created all kinds of views and was so close to you. The warmth of his body felt like he was inviting you to lean yourself against him and fall asleep in his embrace.
At the same time, you laughed and chatted so vigorously, you didn’t even get the chance to get bored, much less fall asleep.
The sun was already high in the sky, it was probably noon when he knelt on one knee, placing a kiss on your knuckles.
“Say, my sun, shining so warmly, gently tickling my bare skin. My moon I could look at in wonder for hours and not get bored. My star I could always recognize among all the others because you’re the only one for me. My rainbow, that brings joy and hope whenever it is seen. My cloud, bringing me rain lulling me to sleep, and bringing the greatest smell when I wake up. My wind, so elusive yet so-”
“Aight, aight, I get it. Bring me a frog and I’ll accept your feelings,” you responded crossing your arms. The man looked at you and then stood up.
“Magnifique! Wait for me then, my trickster. The hunter is going on a hunt!” And then he jumped out from a window-
You raised a brow at the villainous gleam in his eyes and yelled after him.
“A one that’s still alive please!!!”
You sighed and sat on the floor, smiling at a magic butterfly that sat on your finger.
Rook came back just as quickly as he left with a glass frog in his hands.
“This one’s rare!”
“Of course, my breathtaking flower! I can catch as many as you wish!”
“You’ll be my pet from now on.” You took the frog in your hands.
“You said that to the frog or me, my sweetest honey?” Blond asked, half-joking half-serious.
“Uhhh, both, I guess?” You shrugged, cupping his face with your palm (the other one still holding froggo) as he put his arm around your waist. You shared the sweetest fairy tale kiss one could imagine.
Malleus has always admired you and your relationship was priceless to him. Therefore even when after Lilia’s constant nagging he realized his feelings, he was extremely insecure. What if you didn’t like him back? What if he ruined everything you’ve had built together over the past months?
And even if he did confess, how was he supposed to do that? He knew nothing about human love culture. And he didn’t really get to ask anyone about that, because people ran away at the sight of him.
Thankfully, Lilia came to the rescue! And so, during a few next days, one could hear screaming of frightened students when Lilia appeared out of nowhere, upside down, right in front of their faces.
And then he ran over to Malleus, sharing information he obtained. It seemed like the thing was easier than they expected. Who would think that during confessing humans don’t give each other the most expensive treasures and the rarest items to obtain as a sign of their love? All one needs to do is take their love somewhere they find suitable and say what they feel???
It felt kinda unreal but okay.
At least for Lilia, Silver, and Sebek. Somehow, that conclusion put Malleus into the peace of mind. He didn’t really feel excited at the idea of declaring love with things. It was almost as if he was buying your love. Of course, if treasures were what you desired then he would bring you absolutely everything you ever wished to get, but it didn’t seem like it would satisfy you.
These days, you could spot your horned friend wandering around Ramshackle dorm more often than before. He always seemed to think intensely about something but welcomed your presence just as gladly as always.
You tried asking about what’s on his mind once or twice. He didn’t really shrug it off, it’s just… His responses were tangled and unclear. Somehow it felt like he wasn’t talking to you but to himself, so you let it go.
It was one of your night strolls around the campus, when you noticed something was off. They were just details, like his gaze lingering on you a little longer or him walking a little closer to you. It was strange. You had a feeling that Malleus’ attention was more concentrated on you than ever but at the same time, he felt distant.
Well, whatever. You were probably overworked from all the work that was put on you recent-
“Child of man?”
Your attention shifted to the fae beside you. You weren’t walking anymore. Right now you were standing, right in front of each other. You found yourself lost in his magnetic gaze.
When your companion noticed the way you were looking at him, with trust and not a single trace of hostility, his heart melted, and all his doubts were washed away.
He wished this moment could last forever, but he had to interrupt it for the sake of something greater. It took him a while to finally gather the courage he needed, but finally, he spoke again.
“Child of man, I want to tell you that I hold… Certain feelings for you. Seeing you makes my day better and I really wish I could be able to stand by your side at all times,” his voice vibrated with uncertainty but you knew how honest he was with you right now. It felt bad to let an already anxious dragon wait too long so you nodded.
“I’ll accept your feelings if you give me a frog.”
“.....I should have thought about it,” He mumbled, angry at himself.
“No no, don’t worry,” You shook your hands desperately. “No other human would ask you for a frog. It’s something only I could ask you for and something only you could give me! Think of it as of a seal of our love.”
That seemed to cheer him up greatly. He snapped his fingers and a Red eye frog appeared on your palms.
“Is this one alright? I can get you any other one you’d like-”
“No no this is more than enough thank you,” You placed the creature in your pocket carefully. “Now, pick me up.”
“E-excuse me. Could you please repeat the last sentence? I think I misheard-”
“I asked you to pick me up,” You outstretched your arms in his direction.
The sudden demand left him wide-eyed and blushing, but he complied nonetheless. He picked you up in a bride-like style, paying special care to the pocket the frog observed everything from.
You made yourself comfortable in his arms and pointed out the campus and the dorms.
“Now, my dragon, run around this place with me in your arms so I could let everyone know that we belong to each other!”
“Are you sure, it’s the middle of the night…”
“I HAVE A MIGHTY FROG AND A MIGHTY DRAGON BY MY SIDE I FEAR NO MAN”
What happened next?
Well, let’s just say Lilia who spied on you from afar had great fun that night.
—Random School Game Show—
Host: And for your final question! Please identify this statue.
Ace: …Like are we supposed to know that??-
MC: *slaps buzzer* A 20TH CENTURY RENAISSANCE STYLE GOAT GARGOYLE-
Host: CORRECT!
Deuce: How could you have possibly guessed that?
MC: I attend all of Malleus’s Gargoyle Appreciation meetings.
Malleus: *from a distance within the crowd* YOU DO CAAAAAARRREEEEE!!!!