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tattoo by kaydear (Illyria_Lives) for Patronus_Dawn
Fandoms: Star Wars: The Bad Batch (Cartoon)
04 Mar 2022
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“Why would he think we were gonna steal something?”
Hunter pointed wordlessly at the tattoo covering half of his face.
Omega learns how the world sees her older brother.
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- Part 12 of modern batch
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We're Just Friends, We Swear by finnfinny
Fandoms: Marvel Cinematic Universe, The Avengers (Marvel Movies), Captain America (Movies)
01 Jul 2023
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Steve and Bucky have always been very affectionate with one another— even before they both eventually figured out they were gay after their own separate bumpy journeys of failed relationships —however regardless of how touchy they are with each other neither of them ever assumed nor showed any romantic intent between themselves. In their minds, they were just being friendly with each other.
Fast forward past their respective unconventional trips into the 21st century and after years of being hounded by multiple governments in between some near-apocalyptic events dashed in between, Steve and Bucky are finally back together again and can finally try their hand at a somewhat normal life like back before the war. Except once they warm back up and rekindle their old friendship and affections in this new century, the two of them discover that others will often assume things about the nature of their relationship.
Can't a guy just cuddle his friend without wedding bells going off?
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- Part 1 of Stucky Truther Fixation: Reactivated
- Part 1 of WJFWS-verse
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From Twitter to Romance: Jimin and Jungkook's Love Story by Lukinup
Fandoms: 방탄소년단 | Bangtan Boys | BTS
02 Apr 2023
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A chatGPT Fic
Jimin and Jungkook's Twitter flirtation leads to a real-life romance, despite the challenges of long-distance and public scrutiny.
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Reign by quirklessidiot
Fandoms: 呪術廻戦 | Jujutsu Kaisen (Manga), 呪術廻戦 | Jujutsu Kaisen (Anime)
12 Nov 2023
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Reality and dreams are often two different things that should definitely be separated but when Nanami Kento, an ordinary businessman and a single father of two, shows you that you can have the beautiful things with your eyes shot open, you find yourself falling harder than ever --- its a shame you were bound to another and had it sealed with a ring on your finger.
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Love can endure even the harshest trials, including public scrutiny and discrimination. Xiao Zhan and Yibo's relationship faced severe judgment, but their commitment to each other and mutual support helped them overcome adversity. Ultimately, their love became a symbol of resilience, inspiring others to embrace their truth despite societal challenges.
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- Part 2 of YZ Shots
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The Red Thread of Fate by Aika14
Fandoms: 방탄소년단 | Bangtan Boys | BTS, BT21 (BTS X LINE FRIENDS), 작은 것들을 위한 시 | Boy With Luv - BTS ft. Halsey (Song), 화양연화 | Most Beautiful Moment in Life - BTS (Albums), ON - BTS (Song), Butterfly - BTS (Song), I NEED U - BTS (Song), 쩔어 | Dope - BTS (Song), Epiphany - BTS (Song), Danger - BTS (Song), 불타오르네 | Fire - BTS (Song)
19 Oct 2024
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"Aika Lee is an international security specialist, torn between two cultures and two worlds: South Korea, where she built her career, and Brazil, where she grew up in the shadow of her brother, Taejun, the 'perfect son' in the eyes of the family. While Aika excels in her field, the constant comparison to Taejun and family expectations haunt her, making her question her own worth.
At the same time, Aika maintains a relationship with Yoongi, one of the biggest K-pop idols, who, with his calm and understanding nature, offers her a refuge amid the chaos. But balancing a demanding career, family pressures, and her love for Yoongi becomes increasingly difficult, especially when both are constantly separated by the demands of their careers.
Amid global conferences and sold-out concerts, Aika embarks on a personal journey of self-discovery, where she will need to face her fears, question her place in the world, and, ultimately, learn to accept who she truly is. While Yoongi’s love becomes an anchor for her, Aika must decide if she is ready to let go of others’ expectations and follow her own heart — before it’s too late."
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Collateral Damage by thevernofficial
Fandoms: Red Robin (Comics), DCU (Comics), Nightwing (Comics), Batman (Comics), Red Hood and the Outlaws (Comics)
06 Oct 2024
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A charity soccer match turns into a media storm when Jason Todd steps in to defend his brother, Tim Drake, from a hateful slur. As the Wayne family navigates the fallout, they are forced to confront the weight of words, public scrutiny, and what it truly means to protect one another.
Whumptober Day 3 Set Up For Failure (I was late writing this one)
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- Part 5 of Whumptober 2024
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Trying to thwart the political machinations of the upper echelons of Hell, Lucifer and Alastor enter into a mutual partnership. The boundaries get blurred over the course of a year as they continually have to work on 'making it work'. Nobody ever said that fake relationships would be easy.
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Struggling with his career in sports journalism, Percy Weasley gets a chance to interview football star Oliver Wood. This opportunity brings unexpected challenges and a budding romance, as Percy navigates public perception, professional aspirations, and his feelings for Oliver.
Goalkeeper Oliver/Reporter Percy.
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Marinette’s body changed—and so did the world around her. The stares, the comments, the shame she never asked for. Even as Ladybug, she can’t escape it. But with support and a little fabric of her own making, she starts reclaiming what was never theirs to define.
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Under the weight of public scrutiny and rumors, Harry is barely staying afloat. Louis sees through the silence, and when it all gets too heavy, he makes a public stand that no one sees coming.
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Eighteen years ago, Ren was stolen from Earth and mysteriously abandoned on the fox-ruled world of Yamatoria. There, he built a hidden life as the adoptive father of two sapient dog daughters, Akari and Minako. However, when their planet rejoins the Galaxias after over 10,000 years, the trio is thrust into the spotlight as reluctant diplomats. Their mission: reframe the narrative of Ren’s abduction and challenge the growing prejudice against the very existence of his daughters’ species.
Their most private struggles are now broadcast across the stars in a desperate bid to win the favor of the two biggest players in the arena of sibling politics: Khemia and Adastra. As past traumas resurface under the harsh eyes of the entire Galaxias, they must navigate political minefields and public scrutiny while protecting each other. But beyond the humiliation and farce, darker threats seem to be lurking on the horizon.
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- Part 1 of Adastra Gaiden
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Lando is starting to feel more like himself after the depth of his mental health struggle is exposed to his family, team, and boyfriend. Oscar wants nothing more than to help him recover. But when you live your life in the public eye secrets don't stay hidden for long, no matter how personal or private they may be or how bad the consequences of exposure are.
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- Part 2 of Saccharine - Landoscar
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A subtle act of defiance that says everything they can’t.
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- Part 6 of One Shots
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After three years of vanishing from the limelight, omega star Nunew Chawarin makes a dazzling comeback, his heart still scarred from a shattering divorce with alpha icon Zee Pruk Panich—yet he harbors a secret that could unravel everything: a two-year-old daughter, hidden from Zee and the ravenous gaze of fans, setting the stage for a drama where love, lies, and fame collide.
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The thing was, neither of them wanted this.
But they both needed it — or at least that’s what they told themselves.Johnny Suh had wrecked his image after a bar fight with a fan in California, just hours after a devastating loss that nearly cost his team the season.
Ten Lee had finally escaped a toxic relationship, quietly vanishing from the spotlight months before his long-awaited return to music.
The narrative their managers pitched was simple:
The wild, reckless quarterback “tamed” by the soft-spoken, fragile pop star.
Crisis meets comeback.
Redemption meets romance.
It made headlines. It made sense.They only had to put on the act for a few months.
Smile. Be seen. Pretend.Then they could go their separate ways — clean, quiet, done.
Simple.
Until it wasn’t.
Not when they'd already shared a story before the fame.
Not when that story never really ended. -
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Edwina Sharma, a brilliant workaholic, is forced by family to take a vacation in Vienna where a spontaneous hookup with a stranger turns into something deeper.
She later discovers the man is Prince Friedrich of Prussia, her brother in law Simon’s best friend, thrusting her into royal drama and public scrutiny. -
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When Deanna Dela Cruz stumbles into Kwon Soonyoung, better known to the world as Hoshi of Seventeen, inside a cozy bookstore, she does not expect her life to change. What begins as a chance encounter soon blossoms into stolen nights, whispered confessions, and a love that must remain hidden from the glaring lights of fame.
But love is not easily hidden. As their secret world collides with reality, with the relentless schedule of world tours, the watchful eyes of fans, and the heavy burden of secrecy, Deanna and Hoshi must decide if their love is strong enough to survive the truth.
A tale of tenderness and tenacity, of laughter tucked between silences and promises woven in the quiet hours, You Are In Love is about finding home in another soul, even when the world threatens to take it away. -
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In the world of music and fame, Kim Seokjin prefers to stay behind the scenes — a renowned yet discreet celebrity hairstylist with a sharp eye, soft heart, and strict rule: never mix work with fantasy.
But when he attends a BTS fanmeet just to say a quiet thank you, he doesn’t expect to catch anyone’s attention — especially not Jeon Jeongguk’s.
What begins as a brief, unexpected moment starts to unravel everything Jin thought he knew about boundaries, sincerity, and the invisible lines between fan and artist, public and private, admiration and something more.
A slow-burn story about timing, tension, trust — and the quiet, undeniable gravity of two people who were never supposed to meet like this.