craves loves from fictional characters

Asra don't scare me like this

This is a ramble so please understand that not much is gonna make sense.

Also spoilers~

This happens chronologically after MC and Muriel falls asleep at the end of the reversed end

Starts off with Muriel waking up and finding MC's side of the bed cold before realizing that they were gone. And that they had taken their part of their luggage and travelling equipment with them.

He goes back to bed thinking it was just a nightmare but no. When he wakes up they're still gone. Now he panics, after everything they talked about last night. About how they wouldn't be separated again and how stubborn MC was being with Muriel telling them to leave him and go back, surely they wouldn't have left in the middle of the night right? But no they're gone and what's left is a strange talisman on the pillow they slept in last night.

So Muriel thinks MC left and probably was on their way back with Asra and Julian to Vesuvia. He had expected this but it didn't stop the aching he felt without them. And the betrayal too. MC had been so stubborn about being with him so why did they leave?

Muriel tries to not question it and focus on his next destination but can't find himself to be motivated at all. Even saving people or killing beasts doesn't bring him any closure. It eventually is too much

He travels fast on his feet without taking breaks to intercept Asra and Julian's way to Vesuvia. He decided that if MC is going to put themselves in danger then so is he.

Cut to Muriel who's panting, covered in sweat and blood after all the beasts he had to slay to get to them. Yet when he does he finds them alone. MC no where in sight. He asks no demands where MC is but they have no clue. Asra even saying "Aren't they with you?" And that's when Muriel pales. Where would they have gone if not back to Asra and Julian? A million questions run through his head as Asra pieces together things and an overwhelming feeling of fear and shock overtakes him. He knew MC was capable of defending themselves yet he also knew how MC would rather die than leave Muriel. So what happened?

It wasn't an easy choice to make for MC. Being suddenly transported to Muriel's hut where some of the arcana were, while they were asleep. The Hanged Man, The Empress, The Magician and others. They come to MC telling them that they need their help to save the world once more and they have to revive Lucio as well as the devil that died with him.

They are mortified asking why the arcana had waited for a whole year before reaching for help and they explained that the balance breaking between worlds caused communication to be rather difficult.

MC eventually is asked whether they are willing to take this task of reviving Lucio. The arcana promise to help them along the way. At first MC says no, says that they had promised not to leave Muriel. Knowing reviving Lucio was going to not only anger Muriel but also having to go back to Vesuvia was going to be bad

The arcana insist that it's the only way for all of the worlds to be safe but MC who now no longer believes they can achieve much in the first place says no

The arcana are disappointed at first but the Magician being as sharp as ever says "what if we give you something in return? Something that can guarantee your lover's safety while you're away. You always talk about how he's not allowed to die so how about we set that in stone?"

MC is interested and the Magician explains that MC has been getting stronger gradually and that all the memories they have shared with Muriel are a lot stronger both due to their emotional connection and their magic.

So basically the Magician agrees that he can help them convert the memories into a strong protection spell that could protect Muriel from being hurt ever

MC is incredibly swayed while they had never doubted Muriel's ability to fight they have noticed the monsters have gotten stronger by the days and knew that they wouldn't be able to fight them forever.

So they agreed and while travelling alone with the help of the arcana they made a fast journey over to Vesuvia. Faster that the other confused and worried trio

Asra admits that he had been having weird dreams lately. Saying since ever since the sky broke and the beasts started showing up his connection to the magic realm had been muddled and he wasn't able to be in contact with his arcana.

He said he saw a vision where MC was able to fix everything but also remembering seeing Lucio being there. He said that he doesn't know how accurate his visions are anymore but says that it probably is important. After a talk they decided that they'll all three head back to Vesuvia. Thinking that's the most likely place they would find MC.

Take care, sending love to your side of the world ♥️♥️

Muriel,Asra,Nadia,Portia,Julian,Lucio

I could give context why but where's the fun in that-

Warning:Mentions of major character death. This is not canon but there are still spoilers.

A talk at the dock.

They let their legs dangle on the edge of the docks in this cold night. Looking out at the dark sky that blended with the sea. It almost looked like an abyss of darkness. There were no stars in the sky tonight. Only the proud moon who shine in a complete circle tonight. It was unfair.

The moon had no right looking so majestic tonight. Not after all hell broke loose in Vesuvia. Not after the plague broke out and took people out. Not after the Lazaret was built for the victims. Not after all the doctors in Vesuvia refused to treat patients of the plague and instead used them for experiments to find a plague solely because the count was infected. Tears were streaming down their cheeks as they look down at the sea. They could barely see their reflection. Distorted by the waves and the tears blurring their vision.

"I'm so sorry....." They said and refused to look at the moon. Refused to look at the distant island that haunted their dreams every night since they had return. Too late.

"I'm sorry I left......." They said and finally looked to the moon. The moon reminded them of his white fluffy hair. The shop reminded them of him. The smell of bread reminded them of him. The sight of fresh tea reminded them of him. Everything reminded them of him.

Muriel stood behind them. He had just arrived to the docks not too long ago. Inanna had insisted on him coming here tonight. He watched their figure hunched over and sitting on the edge of the docks. He hesitantly stepped forward and took a seat beside them. Crossing his legs instead of dangling them.

"It was his choice to stay" he said softly. They merely sobbed and answered harshly.

"And it was my choice to leave him" they wiped at their tears. "My choice to abandon him like a coward.....it's my fault that he's dead"

Muriel fell silent for a moment and they thought he'd continue to stay silent for the rest of their breakdown but instead he spoke up. "I tried to convince him that it was pointless.....that he shouldn't put himself at risk finding a cure. I told him that being at the palace was dangerous. That he could die of the plague like so many other......But he didn't listen to me..........even if you stayed I doubt he'd change his mind."

They looked over to Muriel. Both of them had lost him. And they know very well that Muriel was probably in more pain. That Muriel who had known Asra since they were children would feel more, would lose more. Their eyes darted down to the sea again. The vast sea that was just darkness tonight, the only light being the bright reflection of the moon.

"Don't do something Asra wouldn't want you to" Muriel said softly. And placed a hand on their shoulder. They were shivering harshly but seemed to calm down at his touch. They only noticed the smell of myrrh. So caught up in their pain and grief to notice it. The smell comforting him.

They let out a sound of anguish and pulled their legs to their chest instead of letting them dangle. Muriel was right. Of course he was. And once again the only sounds were of the howling wind, the waves hitting the docks and their soft whimpers.

"I'll bring him back......no matter what it takes" they said after a while. And despite their sobbing and crying, the determination behind their statement was clear. They were going to try. And nothing could stop them.

"I'll help you" Muriel said solemnly. "He was my friend. And I owe him too much to let this be the end of him"

They wanted to protest. To reject his help. "No. This is my fault. My burden to bear. I'll bring him back, you-"

"If you want to blame yourself then blame me too. This is equally our fault. Neither of us could have stopped him." Muriel said firmly. The hand on their shoulder squeezing slightly.

They fell silent and took it into consideration. "You were still here for him" they couldn't say the same for themselves. Not when they left him.

"And you are here for him now" Muriel replied. He looked over to them and said "I'm doing this for Asra and because Asra wouldn't want anything bad to happen to you" their breath hitched at his name.

They finally nodded. "Okay.....we can bring him back together" they said. They were silently relieved that they would not have to do this alone. They knew they didn't have to voice out their gratitude. Knew that the fact their shaking had been reduced to small shivers was the only sign Muriel needed to know that they were grateful.

He pulled his hand away from their shoulder and instead slide his cloak over their shoulder. They were about to speak up when Muriel spoke with a tone that held no room for refusal. "It'll rain soon. Keep it" he stood up and walked away.

They wrapped the cloak tightly around themselves as they heard both Muriel and Inanna walk away. A familiar presence slithered into their lap. Faust looking up at them with their red beady, flicking out their tongue and squeezing their wrist to try and comfort them.

"Sorry for leaving you alone at the shop. I just needed some fresh air." They said and gently run their fingertips on Faust's scales.

Miss Asra

"Me too. But we'll bring him back. I promise you" they said and got up. Using the cloak to cover their head as it started to rain. Walking back to the shop as they started to think on ways to bring Asra back.

Spoilers as usual

Asra managed to switch places with MC after MC died with the power of magic

Basically Asra stayed in Vesuvia when the plague broke out and MC left. Then Asra died. Tragic I know.

MC comes back to Vesuvia and Faust tells them everything.

MC even went to the Lazaret and did the whole scene with digging till my fingers bled.

MC and Muriel fought because Muriel blames MC for leaving (mildly)

Sad Muriel and MC moments.

MC brings Asra back to life and sacrificed part of their soul.

Asra does not remember anything or anyone when he comes back.

Asra does not remember MC, Muriel,his parents, Faust, etc

Asra does not remember that he had switched roles with MC and that it should be MC who died

MC is the one that teaches Asra everything

Good news is Asra is now the Apprentice/the Fool. So he has six love interests.

My Brain:Asra biting the corner of one of the arcana cards with that smug smirk that knows he's hot af while winking

Me:OKAY FINE. I'M NOT FALLING OUT OF THIS THEN-