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Tweak says, "I'm not capable of cheesecake."

Damien Thorn (antichrist_ceo) wrote in westviewic,
@ 2022-12-28 01:15:00

Entry tags:

! mistletoe madness, !log, damien thorn (antichrist_ceo), merlin (legendandmyth), mordred (the_druid_boy), reid garwin (thethirdson)

Who: Damien and ANYONE at his house Xmas party
When: Christmas Evening
Where: Houston Manor
What: Christmas Party! Also mistletoe magic.
Rating: High, just in case some threads go adult for naughty funtimes.
Note: If any sub-logs do go into NSFW, just mark them accordingly. :)

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Damien had set up the house perfectly for the holidays. The table was set up with some good food, i.e. steaks, chicken, potatoes, gravy, pizza, as well as a few pies, Xmas cookies, and cheesecakes for dessert. The drinks were all assorted as well. Soda, juice, alcohol, eggnog (and also alcohol eggnog too). Holiday music played in the background.

There was also several mistletoe hung from the ceiling around the party, or in doorways, sometimes one would even appear hanging above which it hadn't been moments before. And any two people not 'with' each other were magically stuck under it until they shared a kiss, after which they may continue moving freely. Damien himself had no idea how, he didn't do this. Apparently it was happening at other homes, stores, schools, and buildings all around town as well.

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Merlin | Patrick

the_druid_boy
2023-01-03 07:11 am UTC (link)

Patrick was definitely enjoying the party - even if he'd been caught under a mistletoe a couple times in the past hour. Not that he minded, one of them had been with Aedan. He had downed a drink and was ready to get another one, when he saw a familiar face. Merlin. Actually very familiar, considering who 'Patrick' really was. But the other hadn't figured the truth yet, but might be suspicious.

"Ohh, hi there," Patrick said with a grin as he approached him. "Glad you could make it, Ambro- I mean,. Merlin. Great party, hm? I kinda like it. For once I'm at a party where my band doesn't need to play. And better than being at home now. So.. are you enjoying it too? Having a nice Christmas?"

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Merlin | Patrick

legendandmyth
2023-01-05 03:16 am UTC (link)

"Uh-" While he hadn't so much been startled by Patrick-he'd seen him drifting over and had just assumed he'd find someone else along the way-he was suspicious of the other. And rightfully so, if Modred was awake that was bad news for everyone, but he also wanted to keep his distance from the druid. He liked his life here, after all, and another fight to the death wasn't on his list of things anytime soon.

"It was alright, I suppose." He offered warily, taking another small sip of his drink, gaze flickering the party for Arthur but not catching sight of the king. "Was yours alright?" He questioned after a beat. Being nice never hurt

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Merlin | Patrick

the_druid_boy
2023-01-06 06:50 am UTC (link)

"It's been nice, hot a few presents," Patrick admitted with a light shrug. "Parents finally gave up on asking me if I was part of the Lance.. thing. Finally believed me when I kept saying no." He laughed, and whispered, "But we totally did, though. Can't help it. Je just hits it so good and.. er, nevermind." Damn, now he could feel himself blushing. Fuck.

"Umm.. anyway. I might also be able to make my band official. We even picked a name, it's called Draiocht." Of course he knew telling him this was risky, given that the word was a reference to Druidic paganism. Then again, it was common town knowledge that the band played Celtic rock. "Well, I should probably get another snack," he said then as he moved to go but.. hm.

It appeared he was stuck. He couldn't move away from Merlin. "..Okay, awkward. Not that I mind being stuck near a cute guy, just.. ohh." He had glanced up briefly. "It's that magic mistletoe thing. See it, up there? People under it can't leave til they kiss. Nice trick. I didn't do it.. not that I could, since it's magic and I can't do that. Maybe no one did it and it's the town's Wanda magic or something. But I'm thinking there's only one way to get free of it. Had to do the same thing at least four different times this week."

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legendandmyth
2023-01-10 03:32 am UTC (link)

He tried not to sputter at the name of the others 'band.' knowing exactly what it meant, what the other could do. Still, the younger didn't seem at all worried, had likely just picked the word because it looked cool? Isn't that what teens did now, in this gilded age?

"That sounds nice I suppose-oh." Stilling, his gaze swung upwards. Catching sight of the red plant, his own features growing dark briefly at the idea of kissing anyone besides Arthur. As if to test the others words he took a big step out of the plants range-

-Or at least he tried to, anyway. It was like stepping into a giant invisible wall. Sighing, Merlin scrubbed his face a moment, gaze flickering once more around the room in vain for Arthur. Shoulders slumping in defeat. "Don't suppose a cheek kiss counts then?"

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the_druid_boy
2023-01-10 08:47 am UTC (link)

Patrick probably would have panicked at the reaction, he knew full well what the word came from, and its origins. He was almost sure that Merlin suspected him, but fortunately it had passed. He just had to keep thinking and behaving like he was really a normal boy. Though, a normal boy who played in a band and was the town's bicycle.

"So.. uh. This wasn't your magic, then?" Seemed not. "Too bad, it seem like a nice prank. A cheek kiss.. mm, maybe not. But it's only a kiss. Plus we have kissed before, remember? Last year when we were living in your place. Me, you, Arthur, and Donovan. We all managed to kiss each other at one point. Though, those mistletoes were normal." He paused. "So.. maybe count to three and we just do the kiss? I promise, I'll try to be quick."

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legendandmyth
2023-01-15 07:01 am UTC (link)

Thankfully, him being public with having magic wasn't to much of a worry, and said question only earned a small head shake. Sure, he could do the same if he chose to but it felt...wrong. Using magic in such a way. Or at least not on those who weren't in the know and would be at least a tiny bit amused by his prank.

Still, he sucked in a small breathe, glancing up once more with a glare before sulking. Nodding. If it meant leaving the small space with the other, he'd do it and make sure to be no where near the druid if he could help it. "Fine. Quickly, at least." He murmured, trying to appear calm.

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the_druid_boy
2023-01-15 07:47 am UTC (link)

"I mean, I guess you could maybe use your magic to burn it away," Patrick said with a shrug, "but.. that might backfire and no one knows what will happen. Maybe people get stuck together, or switch bodies."

The young Druid warlock turned rock star just gave a quick nod in agreement. "Sure, quickly. It's just a kiss. Could be worse, at least these don't require me on my knees." He chuckled at that, though he could tell the other was nervous. "Hey, it's alright," he said, softly resting a hand on Merlin's cheek. "Just a kiss, and only because we have to. You will be fine. Yes?" Giving another nod, sort of as an assurance, he then leaned closer and pressed his lips to the others.

..Oh. Ohh! The warlocks lips felt soft, warm. He could also feel the magic from the other, just a spark of it. "Emrys," he mumbled against his lips, feeling shivers in himself. And then he pulled back, the kiss having only lasted a few seconds (though the Druid felt longer).

Then noticed- wait, did he really say that name? Oh fuck me, he thought to himself. Damn! But he just couldn't help it. Maybe Merlin didn't hear it? Yeah, just play it cool, keep being Patrick. So he smiled, "There, see? Over and done. Oh! We can separate. It worked," as he stepped back from the mistletoe easily. "Well.. I guess I should check on my band buddies.."

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legendandmyth
2023-01-16 06:20 am UTC (link)

"Mine doesn't work that way." He offered with a shake of his head. Not unless he directed it to so, anyway, and he wasn't the type to so unless there was no other choice.

The kiss, even if expected, felt wrong and Merlin pulled away as quick as he could, wiping his hand against the back of his hand a moment. Distracted or not, the sound of his name-his true name or at least that druids claimed was his true name-didn't go unheard by the warlock. A bubble of panic rising in his chest as he stared, wildly. Only one person knew that name, two if you counted Morganna but she used it in a spiteful way, to poke at him in jest, in anger that he was more special then her. Mordred....had never done that.

"Stop." He hissed,fingers curling against his palm. "If you're here to hurt me, or Arthur-"He started, tone defensive

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the_druid_boy
2023-01-17 07:17 am UTC (link)

Patrick, as he was stepping back, noticed the look in Merlin's eyes. Not a happy look at all. Like he knew. Oh, fucking hell. Fuck! Fucking FUCK! He'd been hoping to put this off longer. But his emotions, plus pleasure sensations got the better of him. It had felt so good, and he just couldn't stop himself from saying the true name. He kept himself calm though. If Merlin saw how panicked he was, it would just confirm the suspicion.

"Stop? Stop what?", he said, confused. No faking, he legit was confused a moment. Hmmm. Maybe he could still convince him he wasn't 'awake'? Might be too late but he felt he should try. Confused even more when warned not to hurt him or Arthur. "Here to hurt you? Hurt him? Dude, what the fuck are you talking about! Are you high right now? I'm HERE to party."

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legendandmyth
2023-01-17 05:38 pm UTC (link)

If anything he didn't want to play whatever weird game the other was angling for. He'd been naive to long to fall for anything any of his enemies could try, and the wizard saw right through his act. Knew Mordred for what he was.

"Mordred." He hissed the name, as angry that the other would even try such a thing. His gaze a split second of gold, a warning he knew the other would understand. "If you try anything-"He offered. He'd stopped him and Morganna before and would do so again

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the_druid_boy
2023-01-18 08:30 am UTC (link)

He could see how the other was glaring at him. "..Oh, is this about the name? You really heard me? Well.. yeah, I guess you would with ears that big." Just an idle jest, really. "Well.. um see, there's this show on TV and the main guy is called Emrys, and he looks like you-" He stopped then, hearing his name. Mordred. And that flash of the eyes.

"Oh wow.. your eyes! Dude, crack is bad for you and.." he sighed then. "Okay, fine. Okay. You caught me. Yes, it's me. Surprise??" He smirked, giving a slight bow. Alas, Merlin wasn't amused and seemed to be having none of it, so he just smiled. "Sorry. I know, you're upset. But it does feel good to hear my real name spoken again. Still.. it's just Patrick in public. Please."

He paused, pondering just walking away now. Merlin had made his warning so maybe he should go. But something just occurred to him. "..Ohh, wait, wait. You're acting like this is all right now, like I just woke up. But really? You're only finding this out just right now. When actually - I've been 'awake' for a whole damn year, since last February. One full year. One year and nothing has happened. THAT should tell you everything you need to know. in fact, I've only done good in the time I've been here so far. My true friends know this."

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legendandmyth
2023-01-18 07:24 pm UTC (link)

A year. A whole year and the other had been right under his nose. It seemed taunting in a way, that he could have done anything and Merlin wouldn't have known. Resisting the urge to do something bad, he sucked in a slow breathe, reaching to rub his face a moment. More to take a moment to gather his thoughts, to control his confused emotions.

"So I take it your other friend isn't here then?" He questioned slowly. Meaning Morganna. She had convinced the other to hurt his friends, after all, and if the dark witch had been here he doubted Mordred would have played at being kind for so long. "You realize I'll hold you to that? You slip one inch out of line and i'll see to it you never remember yourself again." He threatened. After all, he had access to every magic know.

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the_druid_boy
2023-01-20 06:39 am UTC (link)

"My.. friend? Who?" He questioned back just as slowly. He really didn't know. With everything that happened so far in this year, and plus just being alive again in this modern time and town.. Lady Morgana wasn't often in his thoughts. "Oh! You mean Aedan? He's over there. Oh, he's also a prince too," he said, pointing over to the now-blue haired ginger teen wearing a kilt and shirt. "Can't wait to fuck him again. Definitely planning on getting my face up under that kilt sometime tonight."

His mouth dropped then at the warning, hearing it, clearly surprised. Not to mention also upset, offended, and straight up pissed. ".. Excuse me? Hold me to it? And who the fuck are you to judge and punish me? Or anyone? You're not my Dad! So if I make one little mistake, you steal my identity? Without a trial, without consent, all because YOU say so. Ohh, I can't wait to tell my friends about this, or the other heroes."

He continued, "I'd much rather have my fate decided from someone not biased or personally against me. Just for that reason alone, you shouldn't be part of this and any court of law will agree with me. A better choice might be.. Wanda or Dr. Strange.. or.. oh, even better. Superman. He's always fair and honorable. A pure paragon of justice and truth. But tell me, what is exactly 'out of line'? Out of line from your view might not be so for others. Please, I need to know the rules, WHAT is exactly out of line. Because seriously, 'step an inch out of line' is a bit vague and tells me nothing of what you're not allowing. I still think the idea of YOU being the one to punish me is bullshit by the way."

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legendandmyth
2023-01-20 04:39 pm UTC (link)

Blinking a moment at his information, Merlin shook his head. "I meant Morgana, actually" He admitted, though if the dark witch wasn't the first person Mordred thought of then perhaps the town was safe-ish for a while. One less thing to worry about, he supposed.

"No, but I remember which side you chose." He hissed in return. While it might have been ages ago for both of them, Merlin had been careful around the other until now. Hoping the druid would have remained asleep. And while it was true, he couldn't put him back to that without judgement, the idea the other could cause trouble was enough to make him wary enough to use such threats. "Hurting others, for a start!" He answered in annoyed tone. Just because he was playing good now didn't mean he'd get bored of it, or decide someone had upset enough to do anything magically.

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the_druid_boy
2023-01-21 03:54 am UTC (link)

Patrick - erm, Mordred - really wanted to retort something about how he only changed sides in the end after his girlfriend was executed, how everything up to that point he hadn't really done much bad. "Ohh, right.. Morgana. That was in the past life. This is the new one. I'd hoped that this new life was a clean slate and a chance for fresh starts, but here we are fighting yet again.."

He paused, giving a slight nod about not hurting others. "Okay.. that's better. You should have led with that!" Don't hurt anyone, that was simple, not vague like 'do not step an inch outside of line' stuff. "But when you say hurting 'others', that's not anyone or everyone right? Just don't hurt good guys, or at least don't kill them? No problem. But there's bad guys. Or some cases where we get attacked by monsters or robots, or dark creatures, or maybe even serial killers.. like when my friend Andy was kidnapped and tortured? I think with those, I should be able to deal with those or fight back however needed. But you know what I would NEVER do? Wipe out someone's memory, take away everything they are, rob them of their soul and identity, and wipe it from existence. But fine, I won't hurt good people."

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legendandmyth
2023-01-22 03:19 am UTC (link)

While the other had a point, it wouldn't stop Merlins worry by much. Sure, the other seemed intent on saying he was good or not interested in hurting anyone but bad people. The wizard even wincing at the mention of robbing ones memory. Not that he hadn't been under the exact same spell.

Still, a small sigh escaped him a moment. "Extreme circumstances aside!"He argued, gaze narrowing. "Just, for once, behave?" He tried. His tone gentle this time. He knew what Mordred was capable of. Had seen the druid with his own eyes and yet-part of him would always be worried the other would slip and harm others for any little thing. It was just his way

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