harbinger

Send “🌋” for an earthquake to strike. Our muses end up getting trapped in a collapsed building together forced to await rescue.

In the months Eldin had known the Squad he had picked up on a worrisome pattern. The Squad had a horrible knack for attracting trouble. To keep them safe, Eldin started tracking their cell phone signal before and after they left for their jobs and classes. It wasn’t the least creepy way to do it, but it was the best way for Eldin to keep them safe while still giving them their independence.

While they still felt guilty from time-to-time, today was one of those days he didn’t. The moment the Squad’s signal moved off their normal path into a building marked abandoned in public records, his suspicions went from zero to one hundred real quick. He raced off to the location to find the squad surrounded by three punks. It took only a few minutes to chase them off, but the earthquake that started the moment he got the squad in his arms was when the true danger began.

“Hold on!” Eldin shouted as the crumbling building gave way to the pressures of the earthquake. He threw a domed shield over them as chunks of concrete and other building materials came crashing down on them and they were plunged into darkness and the soft purple light of his shield. They were trapped.

Eldin couldn’t help but smile at the cute sound that came from Gazsi.  It was unexpected, and absolutely adorable. He would love to hear it again. If only it wasn’t such bad timing.

The compliments melted Eldin’s anxieties. He smiled softly. “I’m happy I can be of service. If you let me, I’ll continue to help keep you safe once we’re out of here.”

“Yes please,” he mumbled, trying to ignore how his head spun as he shifted slightly. “Don’t...don’t leave me, please...”

As the noise of the rescue team seemed to get closer, Gazsi’s hand stilled where it had been tracing patterns on Eldin’s chest and he clung to the other’s shirt gently. The shouting and noise of the equipment seemed to bounce around in his skull and he felt sick again, shrinking into Eldin as though he could escape how his head was pounding that way. “I-I’m....remember, i-in case I pass out o-or Alida ends up in front a-and I can’t speak, legally our name is Mari... They can scan o-our ID bracelet for medical history stuff they might need.”

Send “🌋” for an earthquake to strike. Our muses end up getting trapped in a collapsed building together forced to await rescue.

In the months Eldin had known the Squad he had picked up on a worrisome pattern. The Squad had a horrible knack for attracting trouble. To keep them safe, Eldin started tracking their cell phone signal before and after they left for their jobs and classes. It wasn’t the least creepy way to do it, but it was the best way for Eldin to keep them safe while still giving them their independence.

While they still felt guilty from time-to-time, today was one of those days he didn’t. The moment the Squad’s signal moved off their normal path into a building marked abandoned in public records, his suspicions went from zero to one hundred real quick. He raced off to the location to find the squad surrounded by three punks. It took only a few minutes to chase them off, but the earthquake that started the moment he got the squad in his arms was when the true danger began.

“Hold on!” Eldin shouted as the crumbling building gave way to the pressures of the earthquake. He threw a domed shield over them as chunks of concrete and other building materials came crashing down on them and they were plunged into darkness and the soft purple light of his shield. They were trapped.

Eldin mimicked the action by tracing soft swirls on his shoulder. He hoped it would help to ease the tensions he could see bubbling under the surface.

“Are you sure it’s not because I can put up a shield to protect you?” Eldin asked with a teasing smirk. He chuckled lightly before turning more serious. “I’m glad I can be here with you so you aren’t going through this alone.”

Gazsi melted immediately, unable to stop the pleased sigh that escaped him as he felt Eldin’s touch. His cheeks flushed pink. He hadn’t meant to make that noise out loud, he just....was going to blame the concussion. Sure.

Send “🌋” for an earthquake to strike. Our muses end up getting trapped in a collapsed building together forced to await rescue.

In the months Eldin had known the Squad he had picked up on a worrisome pattern. The Squad had a horrible knack for attracting trouble. To keep them safe, Eldin started tracking their cell phone signal before and after they left for their jobs and classes. It wasn’t the least creepy way to do it, but it was the best way for Eldin to keep them safe while still giving them their independence.

While they still felt guilty from time-to-time, today was one of those days he didn’t. The moment the Squad’s signal moved off their normal path into a building marked abandoned in public records, his suspicions went from zero to one hundred real quick. He raced off to the location to find the squad surrounded by three punks. It took only a few minutes to chase them off, but the earthquake that started the moment he got the squad in his arms was when the true danger began.

“Hold on!” Eldin shouted as the crumbling building gave way to the pressures of the earthquake. He threw a domed shield over them as chunks of concrete and other building materials came crashing down on them and they were plunged into darkness and the soft purple light of his shield. They were trapped.

“So long as I’m stationed on this planet, I will always come to your rescue,” Eldin told him quietly. He didn’t want to risk bringing Gazsi more harm by speaking any louder than necessary to be heard. “I don’t mind being stuck with you. I always like spending time with you, our current circumstances could be better…but we don’t have to think about that right now.”

Dust and smaller pieces of rock sprinkled down on them. Eldin glanced up. “It looks like they’re making progress.”

He hummed in response, head still spinning. Gaz smiled as one hand started tracing patterns on Eldin’s chest softly. It was mostly to calm himself.

Not that he didn’t trust the rescue team or anything but.....having a building’s worth of debris above them, ready to collapse at any moment wasn’t exactly what he’d call a relaxing situation.

Send “🌋” for an earthquake to strike. Our muses end up getting trapped in a collapsed building together forced to await rescue.

In the months Eldin had known the Squad he had picked up on a worrisome pattern. The Squad had a horrible knack for attracting trouble. To keep them safe, Eldin started tracking their cell phone signal before and after they left for their jobs and classes. It wasn’t the least creepy way to do it, but it was the best way for Eldin to keep them safe while still giving them their independence.

While they still felt guilty from time-to-time, today was one of those days he didn’t. The moment the Squad’s signal moved off their normal path into a building marked abandoned in public records, his suspicions went from zero to one hundred real quick. He raced off to the location to find the squad surrounded by three punks. It took only a few minutes to chase them off, but the earthquake that started the moment he got the squad in his arms was when the true danger began.

“Hold on!” Eldin shouted as the crumbling building gave way to the pressures of the earthquake. He threw a domed shield over them as chunks of concrete and other building materials came crashing down on them and they were plunged into darkness and the soft purple light of his shield. They were trapped.

Eldin took hold of Gazsi to keep him from hitting the ground. “I’m so sorry.”

He gently pulled Gazsi close. “Stay close to me. I’ll protect you if anything loosens and falls down.”

More noise could be heard overhead as directions and commands were made to dig them out. They would be out soon and he could get Gazsi the proper help he needed. “We’ll be free soon. I promise. Then we’ll get you to a hospital and taken care of.”

Gazsi melted into Eldin with a small hum of agreement. “M’kay...” He nestled against the other softly, face buried in the crook of Eldin’s neck. If he wasn’t so focused on the pounding headache, he might have had the presence of mind to notice how nicely he seemed to fit in the other’s arms.

Send “🌋” for an earthquake to strike. Our muses end up getting trapped in a collapsed building together forced to await rescue.

In the months Eldin had known the Squad he had picked up on a worrisome pattern. The Squad had a horrible knack for attracting trouble. To keep them safe, Eldin started tracking their cell phone signal before and after they left for their jobs and classes. It wasn’t the least creepy way to do it, but it was the best way for Eldin to keep them safe while still giving them their independence.

While they still felt guilty from time-to-time, today was one of those days he didn’t. The moment the Squad’s signal moved off their normal path into a building marked abandoned in public records, his suspicions went from zero to one hundred real quick. He raced off to the location to find the squad surrounded by three punks. It took only a few minutes to chase them off, but the earthquake that started the moment he got the squad in his arms was when the true danger began.

“Hold on!” Eldin shouted as the crumbling building gave way to the pressures of the earthquake. He threw a domed shield over them as chunks of concrete and other building materials came crashing down on them and they were plunged into darkness and the soft purple light of his shield. They were trapped.

“What’s a trampoline?” Eldin asked in curiosity. The word sounded familiar, but he couldn’t bring to mind what the item looked like. It must have been a bouncing device for children. How fascinating.

Eldin adjust his hold on Gazsi to accommodate the shifted position. Before he could say more, the sounds of movement and shouts could be heard above.

“Hello! Can anyone hear us?”

“We’re down here!” Eldin shouted. “Down here!”

“’s a frame with stretchy material that you jump on...” Gaz mumbled, shifting one hand to hold onto the front of Eldin’s shirt weakly. His breathing caught in his throat for a moment as his head spun, eyes fluttering closed.

Good thing he was already leaning on Eldin to stay upright, or else he might have fallen over.

Gazsi tensed at the sound of movement somewhere above them, then flinched back as Eldin shouted. The sudden change in volume and his own movement had his ears ringing and his stomach doing backflips again as it felt like the ground tilted beneath him. He managed to catch himself with one arm before he could fall to the ground again, giving Eldin a sheepish smile.

Send “🌋” for an earthquake to strike. Our muses end up getting trapped in a collapsed building together forced to await rescue.

In the months Eldin had known the Squad he had picked up on a worrisome pattern. The Squad had a horrible knack for attracting trouble. To keep them safe, Eldin started tracking their cell phone signal before and after they left for their jobs and classes. It wasn’t the least creepy way to do it, but it was the best way for Eldin to keep them safe while still giving them their independence.

While they still felt guilty from time-to-time, today was one of those days he didn’t. The moment the Squad’s signal moved off their normal path into a building marked abandoned in public records, his suspicions went from zero to one hundred real quick. He raced off to the location to find the squad surrounded by three punks. It took only a few minutes to chase them off, but the earthquake that started the moment he got the squad in his arms was when the true danger began.

“Hold on!” Eldin shouted as the crumbling building gave way to the pressures of the earthquake. He threw a domed shield over them as chunks of concrete and other building materials came crashing down on them and they were plunged into darkness and the soft purple light of his shield. They were trapped.

“Hm. True. You know a planet you might like is this one called Jaei. The surface is all jiggly kind like jello! It’s super bouncy and fun to run and jump on. And you can slide down the hills!” He said in excitement. “The only species that lives there are these adorable little birds that love to bounce and roll down the hills!”

Gaz lit up with a small gasp. “Like a big trampoline!!” he mumbled, eyes wide with excitement. “That sounds so fun! Last time I was on a trampoline was when I was a kid...”

Send “🌋” for an earthquake to strike. Our muses end up getting trapped in a collapsed building together forced to await rescue.

In the months Eldin had known the Squad he had picked up on a worrisome pattern. The Squad had a horrible knack for attracting trouble. To keep them safe, Eldin started tracking their cell phone signal before and after they left for their jobs and classes. It wasn’t the least creepy way to do it, but it was the best way for Eldin to keep them safe while still giving them their independence.

While they still felt guilty from time-to-time, today was one of those days he didn’t. The moment the Squad’s signal moved off their normal path into a building marked abandoned in public records, his suspicions went from zero to one hundred real quick. He raced off to the location to find the squad surrounded by three punks. It took only a few minutes to chase them off, but the earthquake that started the moment he got the squad in his arms was when the true danger began.

“Hold on!” Eldin shouted as the crumbling building gave way to the pressures of the earthquake. He threw a domed shield over them as chunks of concrete and other building materials came crashing down on them and they were plunged into darkness and the soft purple light of his shield. They were trapped.

Eldin kept his arms around him and hummed in thought. “There’s this dessert planet that has these massive sand monsters that plague the surface every day of the year except three when the sun shines through. Every other day the surface is covered in never ending sandstorms. The people live under the surface and I know it sounds bad, but in those three days when the sun comes out…wow, it’s gorgeous. The sunrises and sunsets are beautiful and the way the sand sparkles in the sunlight is so pretty.”

Send “🌋” for an earthquake to strike. Our muses end up getting trapped in a collapsed building together forced to await rescue.

In the months Eldin had known the Squad he had picked up on a worrisome pattern. The Squad had a horrible knack for attracting trouble. To keep them safe, Eldin started tracking their cell phone signal before and after they left for their jobs and classes. It wasn’t the least creepy way to do it, but it was the best way for Eldin to keep them safe while still giving them their independence.

While they still felt guilty from time-to-time, today was one of those days he didn’t. The moment the Squad’s signal moved off their normal path into a building marked abandoned in public records, his suspicions went from zero to one hundred real quick. He raced off to the location to find the squad surrounded by three punks. It took only a few minutes to chase them off, but the earthquake that started the moment he got the squad in his arms was when the true danger began.

“Hold on!” Eldin shouted as the crumbling building gave way to the pressures of the earthquake. He threw a domed shield over them as chunks of concrete and other building materials came crashing down on them and they were plunged into darkness and the soft purple light of his shield. They were trapped.

“Okay then let’s not focus on that,” Eldin said gently. He rubbed Gazsi’s back in an attempt to comfort him. He hated seeing and feeling Gazsi so upset. Eldin felt horrible for bringing up the subject.

Eldin continued to hug Gazsi and held him steady. “Don’t worry. We’re going to be okay. You’re going to be okay. I know the rescuers will be here soon, I can sense it.”

Send “🌋” for an earthquake to strike. Our muses end up getting trapped in a collapsed building together forced to await rescue.

In the months Eldin had known the Squad he had picked up on a worrisome pattern. The Squad had a horrible knack for attracting trouble. To keep them safe, Eldin started tracking their cell phone signal before and after they left for their jobs and classes. It wasn’t the least creepy way to do it, but it was the best way for Eldin to keep them safe while still giving them their independence.

While they still felt guilty from time-to-time, today was one of those days he didn’t. The moment the Squad’s signal moved off their normal path into a building marked abandoned in public records, his suspicions went from zero to one hundred real quick. He raced off to the location to find the squad surrounded by three punks. It took only a few minutes to chase them off, but the earthquake that started the moment he got the squad in his arms was when the true danger began.

“Hold on!” Eldin shouted as the crumbling building gave way to the pressures of the earthquake. He threw a domed shield over them as chunks of concrete and other building materials came crashing down on them and they were plunged into darkness and the soft purple light of his shield. They were trapped.

Eldin would frown at that. He hadn’t considered the consequences of such an injury for a human. “I’ll help then.”

“If you want me to,” he quickly added. “The mission I’m on gives me a lot of free time. I can help you with the rent and taking care of your place while you recover. It’s my fault for not reacting sooner to keep you safe. The least I can do is help you with your recovery.”

Eldin managed a small smile and pulled Gazsi in for a hug. It was meant as a comfort and so he would stop staying upright. “I’m really glad I got here in time to help. I don’t know what I would do if something worse had happened to you”

He wanted to cry. Eldin was so sweet and so nice...and his hugs felt really good too. Gazsi melted into the embrace, resting his head on Eldin’s shoulder carefully so he could hide the tears welling up.

Send “🌋” for an earthquake to strike. Our muses end up getting trapped in a collapsed building together forced to await rescue.

In the months Eldin had known the Squad he had picked up on a worrisome pattern. The Squad had a horrible knack for attracting trouble. To keep them safe, Eldin started tracking their cell phone signal before and after they left for their jobs and classes. It wasn’t the least creepy way to do it, but it was the best way for Eldin to keep them safe while still giving them their independence.

While they still felt guilty from time-to-time, today was one of those days he didn’t. The moment the Squad’s signal moved off their normal path into a building marked abandoned in public records, his suspicions went from zero to one hundred real quick. He raced off to the location to find the squad surrounded by three punks. It took only a few minutes to chase them off, but the earthquake that started the moment he got the squad in his arms was when the true danger began.

“Hold on!” Eldin shouted as the crumbling building gave way to the pressures of the earthquake. He threw a domed shield over them as chunks of concrete and other building materials came crashing down on them and they were plunged into darkness and the soft purple light of his shield. They were trapped.

Eldin stared at Gazsi in concern. “Careful.”

He took a hold of Gazi’s sides to keep him steady. “While you make a point with the concussion, I can’t take you into space with a concussion either. My ship would protect you better than your human ships, but it still would be too much of a risk.”

Eldin gave him a gentle smile. “When you’re healed up, we can talk about taking a vacation. I can give you some money to cover loss of income since we could be gone almost a full month depending on how long you want to stay.”

Gaz couldn’t stop an amused huff as his head spun again, leaning into Eldin’s touch softly. “I’m already going to lose my job at this rate,” he mumbled, eyes drifting shut for a few moments. “I’m going to be unable to work for at least a month and a half, and the bar is busy enough that they’ll just hire someone else. The bakery might keep me on, though i’m not sure how well the early hours will work out with a concussion like this. Maybe they’ll let me switch to working the counter instead of being in the back....”

Send ➳ for your character to receive mine as a gift/spoil of war.

Eldin stared at the figure before them in frustration. The prince crossed his arms. “Father! I told you I wasn’t interested in any of these spoils of war you’re so keen on us taking. I don’t want some person forced to be here! At least the servants want to work here.”

The King shot a glare at his son, their teal eyes ablaze with frustration. “You are so much like your mother, but no child of mine will turn away a prize such as this. I’m fighting this war for you and our kingdom. You will inherit this kingdom from me, and as a ruler you must learn to accept gifts such as this. Now take them!”

Eldin huffed in frustration as his father exited the room leaving Eldin with the person before him an the guards standing by the door just in case. Eldin ran a hand through his dark purple locks and adjusted the cloak around his shoulders. “I’m sorry about this, but I promise there are definitely worse people to be…given to? Gods, that sounds even worse said out loud. I um- I’m Eldin. What’s your name?”

Seeing Andor’s confusion, the Prince jolted. “Oh! Sorry, I forgot you’re not from around here. A form of comfort here is holding both your hands and squeezing them. It’s like a double hug in your hands!”

He gave Andor’s hands a squeeze before letting them go with a smile. He rocked on his feet. “Do you want to take the common way or the secret tunnel way?”

Andor can’t stop a small blush at the squeeze to his hands, giving Eldin a small smile. “I...don’t hate it,” he replied softly, smile growing into the smallest crooked grin. “I’m not too familiar with the whole ‘comfort’ thing, but it’s not bad.”

Send “🌋” for an earthquake to strike. Our muses end up getting trapped in a collapsed building together forced to await rescue.

In the months Eldin had known the Squad he had picked up on a worrisome pattern. The Squad had a horrible knack for attracting trouble. To keep them safe, Eldin started tracking their cell phone signal before and after they left for their jobs and classes. It wasn’t the least creepy way to do it, but it was the best way for Eldin to keep them safe while still giving them their independence.

While they still felt guilty from time-to-time, today was one of those days he didn’t. The moment the Squad’s signal moved off their normal path into a building marked abandoned in public records, his suspicions went from zero to one hundred real quick. He raced off to the location to find the squad surrounded by three punks. It took only a few minutes to chase them off, but the earthquake that started the moment he got the squad in his arms was when the true danger began.

“Hold on!” Eldin shouted as the crumbling building gave way to the pressures of the earthquake. He threw a domed shield over them as chunks of concrete and other building materials came crashing down on them and they were plunged into darkness and the soft purple light of his shield. They were trapped.

Eldin kept his arm protectively around Gazsi in case he fell over completely. His attention shifted between the scene and his friend. A small smile formed as he watched the colors dance around the cave.

“Maybe one day I could take you somewhere like this. There’s a crystal planet that is a lot like this one and it’s gorgeous. They have atmosphere adjusters to make sure each visitor can survive the visit,” Eldin said quietly as he glanced down at Gazsi to gauge his reaction. “It would be tricky though. We’d be gone for at least a few weeks Earth time.”

Gaz couldn’t stop the gasp after the few seconds it took to process what Eldin was saying. Despite how badly it made his head spin, he sat up so he could turn to look at the other properly.