[ the weeks leading up to the prince consort's birthday have been chaotic; between getting their specially-made outfits tailored (a corseted black ensemble with crimson pumpkin pants, dark crimson stockings, and his blood red tenebres) as well as all the shopping for accessories, and balancing their school life on top of it, time has flown by-- before he realizes it, it's the night before the party.
to riddle, an immense amount of pressure is on. once they walk down the red carpet leading into the rose castle, that's it-- his fate as a bride to the leech family will be sealed. right smack-dab in the middle of the giant rosette pinned right over his heart will be the leech family brooch on proud display for all the world to see.
from his side of the bed, riddle looks up from the book in his lap to see how his fiance is doing. is floyd anywhere near as nervous as he is? honestly, it's hard to tell with that silly boy sometimes... ]
[Beneath the sheets, Floyd bounces his leg, restless as he stares up at the canopy. His own outfit lays draped across a chair, freshly ironed per Professor Crewel's violent insistence. Naturally, Floyd insisting a few design touches was only fair in exchange, namely, abandoning the obvious dog motifs for an appropriate touch of rose. Red-soled shoes, a bit of a slick-back with some hair wax and bam; he'll be dressed to impress the pants off this prince consort.
But, as everyone who's anyone in Floyd's life knows, the only person Floyd cares to impress is already snuggled up right beside him.
Rolling onto his side, Floyd stretches to wrap his arms around Riddle's waist, paying no mind when his notebook topples to the ground.]
I've been done.
[he mutters, leg continuing to bounce. Don't forget, he thinks. Tomorrow's the one day you can't goof off.]
[ with floyd's confirmation, it seems they've reached the height of their preparation. all that will be left is to get through an ordinary day of class, the unbirthday party after school, and finally the party that sets the rest of their lives in motion.
if not for the distraction of strong, cool arms wrapping around his waist and squeezing him lovingly, riddle would have been liable to get lost in his thoughts. instead, he smiles down at the needy mess of long limbs before leaning over to turn off the light and sink down beneath the sheets. the darkness is cut with the faint glow of riddle's spare magic stone on his dresser, a small garnet statuette of the queen of hearts, along with the ever-present and barely-there glow of floyd's eye, giving riddle just enough of a reference to find those lips he covets constantly.
he doesn't kiss the merman just yet however; he brushes their noses, nudges their foreheads, reaches up to run a hand through floyd's hair. ]
Are you sure you'll be able to fall asleep with my lips all over yours? I know how you get, you insatiable silly boy.
How I get? Says the one tryinâ to climb me every day.
[With a playful growl, Floyd swoops in, rolling atop as he nibbles at Riddleâs neck. What else is he supposed to do when heâs being so lovingly showered in attention?]
Are you gonna be able to control yourself âround me tomorrow~?
[ typical of prey, riddle is caught off guard when he's covered in that large, cool body, the pleasant prickling of teeth against his neck making him giggle. ]
I most certainly will, despite what you may believe. You haven't completely eroded my discipline, you know.
[ he says that, but riddle still can't help turning his face to nuzzle the merman's temple with his cheek. ]
You ought to learn by my example. Sleep, Floyd. We must be well-rested if we want tomorrow to go without a hitch.
[And typical of a predator, he's weak to squirming and squealing from tiny little things. They truly are a match made in hell.]
Yet~ Gimme a couple more years~
[He says that, but truthfully he's grown fond of Riddle's dedication, as he's come to see it as. He takes care of himself, he takes care of Floyd, even when shit floats belly up, and if anyone's going to give his all into being a paragon of grace tomorrow, it's Riddle.
Sighing, Floyd finally snuggles in and shuts his eyes.]
Okay, Your Majesty. [biiiiig yawn] See you in my dreams~
[And indeed he does! Riddle frolicking with cone snails, baby Riddle in a purple oyster bonnet, Riddle sentencing Trey to life behind bars-- He stirs when sunlight peeks through the canopy, and in typical Floyd-fashion finds himself completely upside down, one leg dangling off the edge, his pillow tossed to the floor.]
Mnngh... Goldfishieee... [he croaks, blindly patting the space beside him to check if Riddle is awake.] It's mornin', Goldfishie...
[ as badly as riddle wants to take the bait, he knows indulging in a spot of silly arguing is almost guaranteed to lead into more than he can manage at this hour. unlike the merman with his more robust constitution, riddle is delicate even by human standards-- not to mention prone to crankiness at the slightest inconvenience. he truly doesn't want to risk going without an appropriate amount of sleep.
with a good-natured chuckle, followed by a huff, riddle drapes his arms around those broad shoulders before relaxing against the softness of his bed. ]
Goodnight, you silly boy. Mm... I love you...
[ the night passes in the blink of an eye, and just like clockwork, riddle is up with the flamingos. their calls range from content to excited, a sign that their assigned caretaker is doing his duty. riddle considers this a good omen.
by the time he thinks he hears floyd calling out for him, he's in the bathroom, the other boy's voice muffled by his blowdryer. ]
FLOYD? ARE YOU AWAKE? DID YOU SAY SOMETHING?
[ the little goldfish shrieks. sure, he could have just turned off the blowdryer, but he's almost done! better to save time by checking on floyd while finishing up, right? nevermind the fact if floyd wasn't actually awake, he sure as shit is now... ]
[Flamingo cries still take some getting used to in the mornings, but theyâre nowhere near as rousing as the dulcet shrieks of his beloved over a roaring hairdryer. For once, Floydâs startled, and with a heavy THUD tumbles to the ground, tangled in blankets, curtains, and tassels.]
BroâŠ
[So he is awake indeed. And now so is he! Once heâs freed himself, he scratches his ass and stumbles to the bathroom to greet Riddle with his award winning bedhead.]
I FOUND YOU. [Even near a brrr-ing hairdryer, Floyd slips in behind Riddle for a good morning squeeze.] SCHOOLâS GONNA GO BY SO SLOOOOW TODAY.
[ after leaning back into the tight embrace, unknowingly sending floyd's bedhead flying with the blowdryer in the process, riddle switches arms in order to tilt his head back and smile at the other boy. ]
NOW NOW, I'M ALSO EXCITED FOR TONIGHT, BUT WE MUSTN'T GET AHEAD OF OURSELVES.
[ alright, time to turn the blowdryer off. riddle sets it down on the counter before getting to work combing his hair. ]
Look at it this way. Class is but a few hours. After that, you'll finally get to experience an unbirthday party-- Once that is wrapped up, we'll have our hands full getting ready. Let's use this time to relax our nerves so we can enjoy ourselves to the utmost.
[ riddle turns to face his fiance before standing on the tips of his toes to peck a kiss onto his lips. ]
[Delighted by the chaos, Floyd turns his head to escape the dryer but only ends up with more hot air straight in his ear hole. By the time it finally settles, his black strand falls to the other side of his face. Ah, yes. Jade Leech. It is he.]
Pfft⊠I am lookinâ forward to this unbirthday business.
[ riddle had his own trepidations, but floyd's laughter combined with his receptiveness to the unbirthday party has him feeling much better than he initially thought possible. that kiss to his forehead certainly help as well, and the little rose giggles before putting the finishing touches on his hair. ]
You are absolutely correct. We will do it, harder than anyone has ever seen before.
[ ...oh no. forgive him lord ricky rat for he knows not what he says. ]
We are going to do it so hard in front of everyone at that party tonight, why-- word of it will reach the furthest corners of Twisted Wonderland. Everyone, both on land and in the sea, will be be in awe of how hard we did it.
[ the triumphant and self-satisfied look on his face as he starts his makeup is quite the sight. ]
[He wheezes as he splashes water on his face (and all over the counter and floor while heâs at it), and somehow Floyd manages not to drown himself. Fuck, Riddleâs sweet innocence never gets old.]
Y-yeah~? Just thinkinâ about it makes me wanna do youâ it harder~
[Ok, ok, time to tend to his pearly whites and watch Riddle doll up. That never gets old eitherâthe deftness, the confidence, the beauty to rival any pompous betaBetta fish. With freshly gelled bangs, Floyd slinks over to Riddle and whistles a single note of approval.]
Lookit you, baby. Perfect every time~ [he praises, completely transfixed.] Thatâs my girl.
You bet Iâll tag along~ But if that caterpillar asks me who I am one more time Iâm gonna take his shoes.
[Maybe donate them to the nice woodland faeries who live just outside campus. ⊠At least he gets along with most of Riddleâs friends. Out the door, and soon the air smells of dew and freshly buttered bread-and-butterflies.]
Lemme know if Iâm about to step on something. Youâre closer to the ground so you can see quicker~ ♥
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[ the weeks leading up to the prince consort's birthday have been chaotic; between getting their specially-made outfits tailored (a corseted black ensemble with crimson pumpkin pants, dark crimson stockings, and his blood red tenebres) as well as all the shopping for accessories, and balancing their school life on top of it, time has flown by-- before he realizes it, it's the night before the party.
to riddle, an immense amount of pressure is on. once they walk down the red carpet leading into the rose castle, that's it-- his fate as a bride to the leech family will be sealed. right smack-dab in the middle of the giant rosette pinned right over his heart will be the leech family brooch on proud display for all the world to see.
from his side of the bed, riddle looks up from the book in his lap to see how his fiance is doing. is floyd anywhere near as nervous as he is? honestly, it's hard to tell with that silly boy sometimes... ]
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But, as everyone who's anyone in Floyd's life knows, the only person Floyd cares to impress is already snuggled up right beside him.
Rolling onto his side, Floyd stretches to wrap his arms around Riddle's waist, paying no mind when his notebook topples to the ground.]
I've been done.
[he mutters, leg continuing to bounce. Don't forget, he thinks. Tomorrow's the one day you can't goof off.]
Let's make out 'til we fall asleep already.
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if not for the distraction of strong, cool arms wrapping around his waist and squeezing him lovingly, riddle would have been liable to get lost in his thoughts. instead, he smiles down at the needy mess of long limbs before leaning over to turn off the light and sink down beneath the sheets. the darkness is cut with the faint glow of riddle's spare magic stone on his dresser, a small garnet statuette of the queen of hearts, along with the ever-present and barely-there glow of floyd's eye, giving riddle just enough of a reference to find those lips he covets constantly.
he doesn't kiss the merman just yet however; he brushes their noses, nudges their foreheads, reaches up to run a hand through floyd's hair. ]
Are you sure you'll be able to fall asleep with my lips all over yours? I know how you get, you insatiable silly boy.
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How I get? Says the one tryinâ to climb me every day.
[With a playful growl, Floyd swoops in, rolling atop as he nibbles at Riddleâs neck. What else is he supposed to do when heâs being so lovingly showered in attention?]
Are you gonna be able to control yourself âround me tomorrow~?
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[ typical of prey, riddle is caught off guard when he's covered in that large, cool body, the pleasant prickling of teeth against his neck making him giggle. ]
I most certainly will, despite what you may believe. You haven't completely eroded my discipline, you know.
[ he says that, but riddle still can't help turning his face to nuzzle the merman's temple with his cheek. ]
You ought to learn by my example. Sleep, Floyd. We must be well-rested if we want tomorrow to go without a hitch.
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Yet~ Gimme a couple more years~
[He says that, but truthfully he's grown fond of Riddle's dedication, as he's come to see it as. He takes care of himself, he takes care of Floyd, even when shit floats belly up, and if anyone's going to give his all into being a paragon of grace tomorrow, it's Riddle.
Sighing, Floyd finally snuggles in and shuts his eyes.]
Okay, Your Majesty. [biiiiig yawn] See you in my dreams~
[And indeed he does! Riddle frolicking with cone snails, baby Riddle in a purple oyster bonnet, Riddle sentencing Trey to life behind bars-- He stirs when sunlight peeks through the canopy, and in typical Floyd-fashion finds himself completely upside down, one leg dangling off the edge, his pillow tossed to the floor.]
Mnngh... Goldfishieee... [he croaks, blindly patting the space beside him to check if Riddle is awake.] It's mornin', Goldfishie...
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with a good-natured chuckle, followed by a huff, riddle drapes his arms around those broad shoulders before relaxing against the softness of his bed. ]
Goodnight, you silly boy. Mm... I love you...
[ the night passes in the blink of an eye, and just like clockwork, riddle is up with the flamingos. their calls range from content to excited, a sign that their assigned caretaker is doing his duty. riddle considers this a good omen.
by the time he thinks he hears floyd calling out for him, he's in the bathroom, the other boy's voice muffled by his blowdryer. ]
FLOYD? ARE YOU AWAKE? DID YOU SAY SOMETHING?
[ the little goldfish shrieks. sure, he could have just turned off the blowdryer, but he's almost done! better to save time by checking on floyd while finishing up, right? nevermind the fact if floyd wasn't actually awake, he sure as shit is now... ]
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BroâŠ
[So he is awake indeed. And now so is he! Once heâs freed himself, he scratches his ass and stumbles to the bathroom to greet Riddle with his award winning bedhead.]
I FOUND YOU. [Even near a brrr-ing hairdryer, Floyd slips in behind Riddle for a good morning squeeze.] SCHOOLâS GONNA GO BY SO SLOOOOW TODAY.
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[ after leaning back into the tight embrace, unknowingly sending floyd's bedhead flying with the blowdryer in the process, riddle switches arms in order to tilt his head back and smile at the other boy. ]
NOW NOW, I'M ALSO EXCITED FOR TONIGHT, BUT WE MUSTN'T GET AHEAD OF OURSELVES.
[ alright, time to turn the blowdryer off. riddle sets it down on the counter before getting to work combing his hair. ]
Look at it this way. Class is but a few hours. After that, you'll finally get to experience an unbirthday party-- Once that is wrapped up, we'll have our hands full getting ready. Let's use this time to relax our nerves so we can enjoy ourselves to the utmost.
[ riddle turns to face his fiance before standing on the tips of his toes to peck a kiss onto his lips. ]
You can do it. We can do it.
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[Delighted by the chaos, Floyd turns his head to escape the dryer but only ends up with more hot air straight in his ear hole. By the time it finally settles, his black strand falls to the other side of his face. Ah, yes. Jade Leech. It is he.]
Pfft⊠I am lookinâ forward to this unbirthday business.
[Boy, it doesnât take much for Riddle to sell something to Floyd, does it? ⊠Nevertheless, a peck on the lips is a killer bonus, and after pressing a returned kiss to his fiancĂ©s forehead, Floyd swipes a hand through his hair and proceeds through his morning ablutions, fingers deftly directing toothbrush, toothpaste, comb, and hair clips through the air like a bonafide magic conductor.
Heâs sporting a fluffy headband with white rabbit ears when he continues,]
Weâre gonna do it so hard, Goldfishie. Nobodyâs gonna do it harder than us!
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You are absolutely correct. We will do it, harder than anyone has ever seen before.
[ ...oh no. forgive him lord ricky rat for he knows not what he says. ]
We are going to do it so hard in front of everyone at that party tonight, why-- word of it will reach the furthest corners of Twisted Wonderland. Everyone, both on land and in the sea, will be be in awe of how hard we did it.
[ the triumphant and self-satisfied look on his face as he starts his makeup is quite the sight. ]
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Y-yeah~? Just thinkinâ about it makes me wanna do youâ it harder~
[Ok, ok, time to tend to his pearly whites and watch Riddle doll up. That never gets old eitherâthe deftness, the confidence, the beauty to rival any pompous
betaBetta fish. With freshly gelled bangs, Floyd slinks over to Riddle and whistles a single note of approval.]Lookit you, baby. Perfect every time~ [he praises, completely transfixed.] Thatâs my girl.
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Thank you kindly, my darling dear. Look at you, always being so sweet to me.
[ he stands on the tips of his toes to drop a kiss onto floyd's cheek. ]
And will my gentleman be accompanying me through the gardens as I do inventory of the creatures on this fine morning?
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[Floyd leans down into the kiss as he slips a hand around his fiancés own.]
You bet Iâll tag along~ But if that caterpillar asks me who I am one more time Iâm gonna take his shoes.
[Maybe donate them to the nice woodland faeries who live just outside campus. ⊠At least he gets along with most of Riddleâs friends. Out the door, and soon the air smells of dew and freshly buttered bread-and-butterflies.]
Lemme know if Iâm about to step on something. Youâre closer to the ground so you can see quicker~ ♥