Crystalized Cove

Falling, fluttering down, and collecting like falling dust were the flakes of cold icicles. Just in time before the time was deemed to be a dry season, but the scattering particles of white seemed to assure the essence of water. A soft hissing in the air, the sound merely echoed the invisible walls of matter out in the open. But the freezing temperatures could only keep out so much; keeping the friendly animals from hunting, keeping the colorful buds of spring from blooming…

Tasting the dry air, a soft puff of frosty air escaped the lips of many who were outside. Heavy clothes are able to keep only so much of the dreaded temperature out. Yet as the day drew on, there just seemed to be an even more painful chill awaiting for everyone. Tucking a dark stray hair from his face, the rather tall man closed his eyes for only a moment. Taking in his surroundings while staying on the side of the road. Markets were closed, the sun was dying, and the air was growing sharper and thicker. But he knew it was alright and would always be okay. At least in the familiar warmth of the one place, he called home. Opening his murky eyes, the scenery blurred for a moment before it came into contrast. Inhaling, he merely exhaled as he stood up and started walking down the street. The villagers walked by minding their own business as he passed by them. Pulling the clothed mask back over his lips, he was able to keep part of his lower face from being bitten by the cold. A billowing cloak hiding more than meets the eye.

Getting to the outskirts of the town, he stopped once he reached his destination. Tossing his head from side to side as a habit, he sighed to himself because he knew the consequences if he didn’t deal with it now. Looking back at the dark building, he took a step forward and opened the door. Bending down to get through, he closes the door behind him and stands up. Listening closely, he heard some metal clanking in another room, indicating there was someone else in the building. Shoulders relaxing, he took off his shoes and heavy cloak before walking to the sounds. Examining the hallway he crossed as he was pulling off his worn and torn gloves. Pictures seemed to settle around on a few shelves, even small knick-knacks, and items that looked ordinary. Ill-magical. Lips upturning a bit at this, he turned his gaze back to the light that the room in front of him held. Taking a quiet step inside to peer in, noticing the other individual’s attention was elsewhere. Reaching out, not even the small mouse sound made him stop from pulling them right up to his own body. Resting his forehead against their shoulder, he felt them tense up at first before the sudden sting of a hand smacked against his forehead. Giving a small huff, he stood up straight to let the smaller being turn around in his arms. Clear now that the woman stuck in his embrace was flustered and angry. Her brows furrowed as he noticed her lower lip was jutted out a bit, almost as if she was pouting but not quite. Tilting his head to the side, all he did was give a small smile. Knowing the effect, he felt her soften up against his arms before he was allowed to continue what he wished. Upset though that she turned her attention back to the food, he understood that there were other priorities to be held first and foremost. Gaze over her head, he then rests his head on her shoulder as he blew a soft breath against her ear. Seeing her freeze up in her actions widened his smile even more. He loved each reaction, each move she made against him when he knew she enjoyed it. Bringing her waist closer to his, he rested his lips right underneath her jaw for a moment before pulling away. Peering up at him, he then knew what look she gave him and let go of her. Kissing her head, he let her work in the kitchen as he went to the bedroom.

Dressed for bed and making sure all the windows were shut and locked, he ran a hand through his dark hair before deciding to lie down. Keeping single candle lit, he counted the number of blankets before getting under one of them. Sighing as he was finally able to rest. Feeling the mattress sink from his frame, just the fabric molding to his form made him feel wonderful to just be lying down. As he kept silent to himself, the squeaks of the floorboards made him continue to keep his eyes closed. Each sound, each rustle and a small clip of movement he was able to listen to made him enjoy the small lie. Keeping to himself, the only reason he opened his eyes was the sudden feeling of another form on top of him. Peering down, he saw the small woman had climbed into bed as well; but rather right under his shirt on top of him. Reaching up, he rested a hand on the small of her back as he gave another smile. Enjoying the moment of just silence, of the warmth of another body right next to his. Closing his eyes once more, he tilted his head back to rest against the board of the bed. Feeling the small form on him move and shift, he sighed and shifted to let her rest easier only to feel her move up. A bit confused, he was going to open an eye till he felt a soft sensation right under his chin. Letting out a soft snort, she looked up at him confused until she let out a small sound. Their positions switched, her eyes were widened by the surprise of his movement.

He turned his gaze down to her as he glanced down, noticing the shirt was going to stretch if she stayed there. Sighing, he picked her up with an arm as he slid the shirt over his head and tossed it to the side. Peering back down, he set her down carefully before he placed a gentle kiss on her exposed collarbone. Hearing her breath hitch for a moment, he placed another kiss right on the side of her neck. Her jawline, cheek, the shell of her ear, then back down to her shoulder; anywhere exposed for him to place his lips on was where he deemed fit to kiss. Feeling a slight tug on his hair, his eyes narrowed a bit as he then grazed his canines against her nose. Teasing her for a moment, he watched as her eyes lit up as she let out a soft laugh. The small giggles she gave off as he proceeded to lightly drag his teeth across her neck and shoulder. Continuing these movements, each sound he heard her make made his chest feel lighter and himself rather happier. Eyes softening at her form, he then leaned his head into her hand that held his cheek. Watching her for a moment, his eyes widened for a moment as he felt her initiate a kiss. Rather shocked by her timid nature, he accepted it and then carefully pushed her down. Sliding his lips away from hers only to trace them along the contours of her body. Moving parts of the fabric around as his lips stopped at the exposed side of her stomach. Hands resting on her waist, he turned his gaze up at her then to her side as he listened to her breathing. Chuckling softly, he then brought the covers over the both of them as he claimed her lips once more. The gentle warmth she gave off something he was wishing to take, wishing to make his own after being outside for so long.

Hands sliding down her hips, he kept his lips right back under her rib cage before he pulled away. A rather benevolent smile on his lips as the moonlight played tricks with the shadows of the night outside of the blanket. Head tilted to the side with curiosity, the woman kept her lips sealed at the moment. Her breathing was slow despite the rush of blood flowing through her body, the heat warming up between the two as he rested his form on top of her. No words needed to be spoken as he slid his lips right back over hers, bringing her closer and closer till there was no more space left between them. Not even oxygen could pass through as their hands were holding onto each other; each touch of a finger sending a jolt through both of their spines. Taking a quick intake of air, she pulled away from the passionate touch of their lips, unable to handle it anymore. The sudden rush of blood pumped through her as she held onto some strands of his dark hair. Letting his lips trail back over her jawline, her head rolled back against the mattress as her eyes closed shut. Enjoying the sweet sensation, it seemed to drag them both closer to each other through the chill of the night. The slight nip of the cold air was unable to mark either of them as they both found each other in the other’s embrace. Skin to skin, the gentle yet hot warmth surrounding them pulsing through the air. Limbs entangling as their lips continuously met over and over again.

    Hands begin to wrap around her waist, drawing her closer. A slow, melodious tune drawing to an end as a low hum rang against her ear. Tilting her head back to relax against the embrace, her fingers moving to behind and resting on his sides. Swaying back and forth to the beat that seemed to have ended in their ears, but not their thoughts. Slender fingers sliding up and reaching for her cheek, drawing her head toward him as soft lips met thin ones. A chaste kiss. A sweet fleeting moment. Changing as quickly as the sea; a storm brewing between the two as if the moon was drawing close. A light dimming in the room as they danced and brought themselves closer. Turning around to face the tall man, her hands moving up now to wrap around his neck. Tangling through his teal locks to feel even closer. His humming drawing herself closer, as if a siren was calling her. Attracting her closer with such a deep tune. Yet she knew he didn’t have to speak to attract her so close. Their dancing coming to a close, yet the curtains didn’t fall on their performance. Entranced with one another, just as much as the other. Lips meeting over and over again with her fingers tapping on the nape of his neck. Pulling away for a moment to meet with a low chuckle rumbling in his chest, pulling her flush against his body. A silver tongue-speaking in a mere whisper right into her ear, as if tugging on the strings of a beautiful doll. Her limbs being controlled by him with him merely guiding her along. Moving across the room towards the wall before she felt herself twirled around and pushed against it.

    Drawing a hand down his chest, he felt a tug on the collar of his shirt. His gaze turning to where she let her fingers drawn down before looking back to her eyes. Beautifully bright like pearls, and he’d remind her every day. Just like so. Trapping her where they were with her hands resting over his button-up. Lips tilted up to mirror the same smile. One so soft and lush. Anyone else wouldn’t live to see such a peaceful expression; one so serene. Allowing but one to see as he kept his gaze on her own, twirling a strand of hair before bringing it to his lips. Kissing the ends and letting go.

    Such serenity coming to an end as doors slam open. The sound bursting through as her gaze upon the man rippled like a drop in water. Her hands moving back up to reach up for him, only for her to blink and gaze upon the dark night. Her ceiling fan whirling back and forth above as she places her hand down on the bed. Heart pounding from waking up so suddenly. Her fingers splayed against the covet before pushing herself up. A cool breeze flowing through from the window as she peers up around the darkroom. Even the moonlight couldn’t light her way to anywhere she wished to go. Sliding out to grab a drink of water from her vanity. Pausing to look in the endless darkness of her mirror. Unable to see clearly as for a moment she thought she saw a light flicker. Glancing behind her window before placing the water glass down. Licking her lips as she could remember her dream briefly. Something or someone touching her lips. A fleeting moment turning into a daydream that she couldn’t quite remember or place her thoughts on. Turning around to lie back down. Ignoring the sounds of the city as she could only think about the next few deadlines of assignments she had. Having to calm herself back down with some music playing off of her phone on the nightstand. A slow tune. A beautiful melody that spoke of woe in the keys of a piano.

    Rowing back and forth, his gaze held onto the mirror that was but only across the room. Swiping the cloth against the bright counter. Only but a few individuals in the lounge, himself included. Watching as the woman turned her back. Knowing she’d never step through again. His eyes narrowing at such a thought as he stopped and recollected himself. An arm slinging over his shoulders with his head turning to the side, smiling politely.

    “Floyd, I thought I told you to sweep the floor.”

    “Like I could do so right now. It’s so slow and boring… Why not just repaint the entire place?” He smirks slightly at his twin, resting his cheek on his shoulder as his eyes flicker towards the mirror. Turning back to Jade’s face as he frowns. “Ja-de~ Are you thinking about her again? Our dear, precious mermaid?”

    Taking his words into account, he shook his head. Picking up the glass on the counter to place away, letting his twin cling to him.

    “You can come out now.”

    It was clear in his voice. His patience was wearing thin. Even Rook had to take a step back to allow the two space, as his words of encouragement would only get them so far before they’d fall back into a cycle of constant whispers.

    “You can try to run and hide, but you’re rather easy to find little one.” His sharp fingernails tapped against his forearms, arms crossed. The blonde tilting his head slightly as his gaze was upon the dark wood door that was locked shut. Quietly calculating a few choices in his head as there was nothing but the small sounds of sniffles. Not getting a response back from what he said as he turned away for a moment. Stepping to the doorway as he pauses before tip-toeing back towards the closet. Moving to the side of the door. Only needing to wait a few more moments before he saw a head peek out from behind the door. Peering around the area to scout before the woman started to take a step out. Rubbing at her eyes as she had clearly been crying to herself. Her body instantly tensing up when she felt an arm begin to wrap around her waist. Tugging her along away from her original path. “Do not think you can run away again. Now, will you stop acting like a child?” his voice held almost no room for argument. Her gaze flickering up to meet his own as she almost felt as if she could shrink under his scrutiny; his judgment.

    “... Vil, you saw the entire thing. That was embarrassing for me. Can I please just go to my room?” Ignoring the crack in her voice, her gaze moved back to the floor. Feeling his grip tighten as he began to drag her across the room to the connecting corridor.

    “Yes. I saw you slam your face into a pole while talking to those lowly potatoes. Instead of whining, how about you let me inspect your face? You smeared your foundation, let your mascara run, and now your concealer is oxidizing. Because you decided to hide in a musky closet.” He almost seems to click his tongue at her antics, not taking no for an answer at this point. Unable to pull away as she aided his grip by giving up and following him. Able to hear the hum of approval from him as he let go of her to allow easier access to the next room. Guided to a chair before her head was tilted back. His nails trailing over her cheekbones and nose, clearly being inspected into her core by his sharp gaze. Her eyes moving over his face, inspecting it just as much. Poreless skin, fine cheekbones and facial structure, picture-perfect bangs that framed him just right…

    “Why are you so perfect…” barely escapes her lips in a whisper. His gaze flickering up to meet hers as he was starting to wipe her makeup off. Pushing extra hard over her nose now, causing her to jump in her seat and let out a whimper.

    “You’re asking questions that I don’t have the answer to. Especially since they’re questions that shouldn’t exist in the first place. Now stay quiet, love.” His voice began to die down at the end, moving to work on her eyes carefully. His touch was quick to change as she could feel the gentle rub of the cloth on her skin. Unknowingly beginning to smile at his indubious amount of affection he held for her, just as much she held for him. Violet eyes flickering back over as he then rests the cloth on the edge of her lip. Letting her lick her lips only to cringe once she started to taste the slight sting of makeup remover. Chuckling to himself and turning to had her a washcloth for her face.

    “Wash up so I can get the disinfectant.”

    “I’m not injured, I don’t need all this care…”

    “You can’t use anymore nose strips until you let the swelling go down, and the bruising to go away. Next morning I’ll prepare a new set of concealer you can use that won’t dry out your skin.”

    “... So I get no say in this at all?”

    All she could hear was the constant tapping of feet. Shoes clacking on the hallway floors as she walked between the two young men that were bickering back and forth about their plans for lunch. Unsure what to do herself as she felt indifferent. The last few days have been quite a routine to the point she just felt sluggish. Never expecting to be back in school, or a magical school at that. Beginning to mentally reminisce on her time back in her original… ‘world’. Her gaze on the floor with her balance being a bit out of place, sometimes bumping into the blue-haired one on her right. His shoulders begin to grow tighter each time.

    “... You know, Prefect, if you’re tired we could go to the cafeteria to rest.” Rubbing the back of his neck, Deuce felt compliant to at least lend a helping hand in keeping her comfortable. At least for a moment. His gaze shifting back to her form as she straightens up, rolling her shoulders back.

    “That’s true. We could grab a quick snack. But we could do the same at Sam’s Shop,” she brings up as well. The red-head next to her leaning over, his hands in his pockets.

    “Actually, I think we could change our sense of scenery.” Gaining the attention of the other two, he had both their gazes on him. His grin spreading from ear-to-ear at this point.

    Soft, amber and violet lights lit up her face at this point. Smooth jazz playing in the air, an almost mature, whimsical ambiance pulling her in. Never expected such a place to exist in the school, yet it didn’t surprise her that one did. Eyes drawing around the aquarium against the wall that led to a vastly-looking coral reef.

    “Come on, we can get a table over here.” Ace places a hand on her shoulder and guides her to a booth. The spades behind them taking in the lounge as well before picking up the pace so they were all seated. A menu suddenly being set down in front of her as she looks up, meeting two dual-coloured eyes. Bright gold compared to a greyish-blue. Having to blink a few times as their waiter had a polite smile on his thin lips.

    “Since it’s your first time, do take your time.” His voice was lustrous; melodic even. “If you two are ready, we can also serve you as well. If you wish.” Moving his gaze over to the two Heartslabyul students, his smile almost seemed a little more strained. Turning on his heels and leaving them be as now she felt a bit confused at what was happening. Her gaze turning back to the red-head, as he did bring them to this lounge. Listening to him explain the rules and restrictions to the lounge, along with the owners who were the Prefect and Vice of Octavinelle. Pointing over as her eyes glaze over to the two twins who were walking around serving customers. Poised gracefully, though the other seemed a bit more loosy-goosy with his movements; he kept his balance perfectly well. Seeming to follow them around as they seemed familiar to her. Unable to truly place a finger on it. Her eyes suddenly widening as she sees another pair of eyes right in front of her. Just like before, but switched.

    “Well, hell-o~” the man almost chirps out happily. Setting a random drink down and sliding it in front of her, leaning into the table. “You’re so small compared to everyone, it’s almost like you’re hiding. That isn’t right.” His head tilts to the side as she almost just felt a bit overwhelmed.

    “I… I was just-”

    “Admiring me, right? You couldn’t take your eyes off of me.” He grins now, his sharp teeth instantly seeming to ring something in her head. The other two boys thinking she was afraid, but it was quite the opposite. She admired the different features he had, reminding her of home. Tilting her head as she suddenly asks:

    “Are you a vampire?” Giving a polite smile, everyone was silent before suddenly the man started to cackle. Shaking his head as he runs off, dragging his brother back now. Seeming to limber his body over the other’s side. Grinning, showing off all his teeth.

    “Vampire? That sounds silly~ Jade, she thinks I’m a vampire!”

    “Well, we’re clearly not such beings. We can handle the sunlight pretty well.” The calmer one seems to chuckle as he also smiles, the edges of his own sharp set of teeth exposing.

    “Oh, but that sounds interesting~ We always swim, and having legs are pretty great!” He grins as now she felt confused. Seeming to lean a bit forward.

    “Uhm… Excuse me, but… who are you?”

    Looking at one another, they turn to face her now as the man on the left held a hand to his chest, bowing politely.

    “Jade Leech. At your service.”

First things first. We’ve reached over 800 little guppies in our adorable school~ I didn’t think you’d all be so attracted, but I’m pleased to see that I’m the light of an anglerfish’s fin ray. I never bite, but do some of you do seem… delicious. Before I closed my office, I had only just barely 200 of you. But now I gathered some new guppies to please~ If we’re able to gather 1,000 guppies, maybe I’ll prepare a surprise for you all...

With having so many of you swimming around, I’ll be reopening my office to listen to your wishes. I’ll be accepting 30-40 requests before closing once more. Though I’m accepting less than before, I’ll be reorganized to posting about every other day. I’ll be more diligent on announcing ‘surprise’ hiatus’ and such as well, so keep up-to-date on that with me. I can’t wait to hear your wishes, so I can make them come true with all the power I have…

Now, because of having over 500 guppies with us, I will mix in requests that are based on these prompts. I won’t take all prompts unless everyone requests them first, but I will take in some other requests as well. So, first come first serve, little ones~

Speaking of requests and my writings… I’ve decided to personally take on a long short story. Contradictory, I know. I’ll be partaking in a multi-chapter fanfiction for you, with the entire student body of our fine men~ Set in modern-day, there won’t be magical elements as much as normal. I plan to post a chapter every two weeks if possible, so please keep a watch out for that.

Now that I’ve gone over the requests and some other things, I wish to bring up some updates. Whenever I post now, I’ll begin to use character banners with the post, and the master list. The master list will be updated before I begin to post new requests as well; and will continue to be updated on-date with each new posting.

Many of you have been there since I first opened hours, and I cannot thank you little ones enough for your support.

“I love your writings! They are beautiful but not as beautiful as you.(I’m trying to be smooth..) Sending love from another sea! >3”

“I found your blog a few days ago and let me just say, you got some great stuff in your writing. Like WOW! Blows me out of the water! Looking forward to reading more!!”

“Every single time I see a post from you on my dashboard, I smile. Thank you for running this blog. Don't forget to take care of yourself and take breaks when you need them, though.”

“I think this might be late but I hope you feel better soon and feel free to take a break! What's important is your mental health, have as long a break as you need and come back when you're ready! Your followers will still be here! Have a nice day”

You’re all very sweet, and I hope that no one else is allowed to prey on you adorable little ones~