Cole spaces out. Like, a lot. Whenever they’re not in immediate danger, or needing to focus, he zones out.
He’ll be playing a game and be so focused and zoned out at the same time, the team wonders HOW. Zane has actively watched him do it, from him being focused, to unfocused, to hyper focused, to idly chatting, to back to zoned out- It confuses him as well, but it is fascinating.
There was one time, during training, where he completely zoned out and wasn’t focusing on anything sensei was saying. Everyone noticed, and they challenged Cole to go first- Who then nailed it flawlessly.
It’s something everyone has now deemed the ‘Cole Focus’. Many have tried, only Cole can zone out and focus.
A/N: This is based of a dream I’ve had. When I woke up I legit cried. Anyway, I’ve had three panic attacks in the past 4 days. I’m not okay. Enough about me, how have you darlings been?
“Draco, why won’t you look at me,” you say trying to reason with your boyfriend. You have been dating him for 3 years. You know when he isn’t feeling alright and when he is struggling.
“Baby, please. I don’t want to lose you too,” you plead with him as your voice broke. He looks at the floor, the ceiling, the walls. Anywhere, but at you. Before you knew it, tears were cascading down your cheeks.
Draco was struggling with the pressure of his parents, mainly his father. He wanted to make him proud, but that came with a price. He had to become a Death Eater. He didn’t want to. The day he told you was the first time you saw him in tears.
You were about to walk out of his room, when he grabbed your wrist. “You’re not losing me,” he said, voice barely above a whisper, eyes already glossy with tears.
“Then talk to me Draco,” you say as you turn around to face him again. “You know I will always be here for you, and I’ve told you that. But then I hear rumours about you crying in Moaning Myrtle’s bathroom. Dray, I know it’s hard, but you promised me that we would get through this together.”
Then his walls crumbled.
He fell to the floor, clutching his head in his hands. You walk towards his shaking frame, enveloping him in your warm embrace. He held onto you like you were going to disappear if he let you go. He buried his face in the crook of your neck, wetting your skin with his tears.
“Let it out my love. You’re safe here darling,” you say as you kiss his forehead tenderly.
“I’m sorry. I’m so sorry. I- I didn’t mean t-to make you feel like this,” he says between sobs.
“I know Dray. It’s okay,” you soothe him as you rub his back slowly.
“I just want to keep you safe,” he explains when his grey eyes meet yours. “If you get hurt because of me, I will never forgive myself.”
“Baby, I’m right here okay? We’re safe here my love. Nothing’s going to happen to us,” you console him, wiping his tears away. “Come on Dray. Let me get you dressed, okay,” you ask him. He nods his head before you help him onto his bed.
A while later, you were both tangled under the blanket. His head rested on your chest, listening to your heartbeat. His arms held you tightly, as if you were going to run away. His eyes were still tearing, although not as much.
“Princess,” he calls.
“Yes Dray? What’s wrong,” you say, becoming a little bit worried.
“Will you hum something for me? I know it’s weird, but I like the sound of your voice,” he says, feeling a little embarrassed that he asked.
“Of course my love,” you say, feeling quite pleased that he had asked.
You start humming the first melody that comes to mind, a French song you both love. You play with Draco’s fluffy blonde hair as his eyes closed, ready for a night of sleep.
Once you see that he is sleeping and hear his soft snores, you press a soft kiss to the top of his nose.
“I love you Draco,” you whisper. “We’ll get through this together. I promise.”
“It’s not funny.” Draco tried to sneer, but it came out more of an embarrassed whine.
The tight press of your lips created an amused expression that couldn’t have been wiped off of your face even if you tried. Entertainment and joviality danced in the irises of your eyes, bringing out the stunning color even more than usual. While Draco’s back was facing you and he couldn’t actually see your face, he could hear your fruitless attempts to stifle your giggles and snickers.
“Dray, it’s really not that big of a deal,” You choked down another laugh, “It happens.”
Keigo's arms circle around you as he gives you a back hug. His chin rests on your shoulder, his breath tickling your skin as he murmurs, "Are you okay, Y/N?" When you insist you're fine, he turns you around by the shoulders and hugs you properly.
He's had enough training and he's been with you long enough to know that you're obviously not fine. "You don't have to say anything, sweetheart. Whatever's going on, will pass. It'll be okay." He assures you.
Your face is in his neck as he whispers, "Don't be so hard on yourself, please. You did the best you could, whatever was bothering you."
His body feels steady and firm on yours; his breaths even and slow. You immediately know that Keigo will always be there for you, whatever the cost.
Summary: In which Draco tries to find the girl who sends him love letters, unaware to the fact that it’s you.
W/C: 1.5k
Draco’s fingers traced over the writing on the pink envelope once again. His mind was not able to rest as he tried to piece together who left the note on his bedside in the middle of the night. Delicately opening it once more, he reread the words inside;
Draco,
I hope you can learn to see yourself the way that I see you, with love and acceptance. You are what makes everyday worth it. Constellations are named after you, and each day I can’t help but to be thankful for the sun breathing on you once more. You are my light.
He carefully closed the envelope and placed it inside his bag. ‘They like me.’ the boy thought to himself, ‘someone actually likes me.’
It’s not that the boy was a stranger when it comes to love, but never once has he been perceived as something more than what he truly is. He’s always been Draco Malfoy, heir to the Malfoy throne, son of Lucius, and most importantly a Slytherin. For this reason, he constantly rejected any advances that came from the female students around him. While his rejections came off as rude and cold-hearted, the other students failed to see that Draco, just like everyone else around him, was human too. He was scared of being hurt by the one feeling that he craved the most.
Daniella ate the last of her breakfast as her mother read the last of the letters that one of the maids had brought in. She eyed her mother through her lashes, watching her facial features. This had to be a letter from another suitor. And Daniella had a feeling that this would be another one that would be thrown into the fire place.
No one really knew who first started the rumors, but many people believed that her late father had placed a curse on her as a child. It was the reason that she was always shut up in her temple. There were only a few suitors in the kingdom that had even braved the trip to see her only to run when they saw her.
Daniella was slowly losing hope that anyone would want to get to know her. Sure, she was learning the ways of the dragon and there were some secrets that she would keep to herself at first, but that didn’t meant that she would hurt anyone. Daniella wanted to share her life with someone, someone who knew the truth of her family. Or at least, stick around long enough for Daniella to explain it.
Daniella sighed as she wiped her mouth with the napkin from her lap before placing it in the plate. She rose, smoothed her dress and turned to leave the dining room.
“Daniella, don’t you want to know what I have in my hand?” Queen Misako asked, waving the piece of paper. Daniella looked over her shoulder to see her mother putting on the best smile she could muster. It was the final nail in the coffin for Daniella’s mind.
“It’s another rejection, isn’t it? Mother, why do you try anymore? There is no one out there that will take a chance and get to know me. There are better ways to spend your time,” Daniella replied, squeezing her shoulder tightly. She knew that the distraction would help keep the tears at bay.
“My darling dragon, there is someone out there waiting to get to know you. You just haven’t found them yet. I felt the same way before I met your father, and look how wonderful it turned out. I have you, and your brother, and the years that I spent by your father’s side will always hold a place dear in my heart. You mustn’t give up hope.”
“You didn’t have rumors spread about you either. Mother, I appreciate all that you have done, but I believe that this was the last chance that I had. Don’t worry about me though. I have Ozir and the others who have volunteered to stay and help in my studies. Studies that I plan to return to this morning. I have enjoyed my vacation here with you Mother, but it is time for me to return to the temple where I belong. I will be fine, my wounds will heal in time,” Daniella said, bowing slightly before leaving the dining room.
Daniella past the window that overlooked the courtyard and watched her brother train with another young man. She had met him two days prior, running into him on her way to the study. Sir Kai Smith of the Fire sector had come to be part of her brother’s new royal guard. Her frown returned to her face as she turned away. Sir Kai had tried to be kind when he had greeted her, but Daniella could see the slight grimace as he offered his hand to her. Daniella had made sure not to cross paths with him again for his own comfort.
She opened the door to her bedroom and shut it quietly behind her. She leaned against it and closed her eyes, willing the tears away. She knew that Ozir would be here, but her Lady in Waiting had seen Daniella at her worst and still stayed. One of the few constants in her life. She heard Ozir shut the last of the bags and her footsteps growing louder as she came to Daniella.
“Another rejection I take it?” Ozir asked. Daniella nodded before opening her eyes. She looked down to Ozir’s hand and took the handkerchief in her hand with a silent nod of thanks. Ozir turned and made her way to the bed where the last of the luggage was ready to be taken to the carriage. Daniella followed and sat on the edge of the bed.
“What is so wrong with me that people believe the hurtful things they hear?” Daniella whispered.
“Because the masses are easily swayed by loud opinions. And they fear anything that would challenge it. But it can be seen as a good thing for you as well,” Ozir replied, grabbing the cloak that was hanging on the chair. Daniella furrowed her brow as she stood and turned to face the door.
“A good thing?” Daniella asked as Ozir draped the cloak over Daniella’s shoulders.
“Yes. It weeds out all of the people who would use you for your abilities and knowledge. Those that stay to get to know you are the ones that you should keep. They are the ones that see you for who you are,” Ozir replied, walking around to fasten the clasp in the front.
Daniella took Ozir’s words in. Ozir always knew how to find the bright side of things, and that was one of the reasons that she had asked Ozir to be her Lady in Waiting. Daniella had a hard time getting herself out of the dark thoughts that would cloud her mind, making it hard to live outside the walls of her study where only her books and scrolls could judge her. Ozir was the bright sun that would chase away the dark clouds.
“You know that I could clasp this myself right?” Daniella asked with a grin.
“Of course my lady, but it is part of the job description of Lady in Waiting,” Ozir teased back.
Daniella opened her mouth to send another tease but stopped when she heard the rapid knocks at the door. She looked from the door to Ozir, silently asking if they were expecting company. Ozir shrugged before walking over to the door and opening it slightly. In bound her brother, nearly taking Ozir out with the door, Sir Kai on his heels.
“You’re leaving?” Prince Lloyd asked, exasperated.
“Yes, I am needed at the Temple. This was only a short vacation, Lloyd. Mother wanted to…. discuss some things and it was best if I travel here.”
“Things? What kind of things?” Lloyd asked. Daniella felt her cheeks burn as she turned away. Ozir took a few steps forward to stand between the two siblings.
“Things that never seem to work out in my favor it seems,” Daniella replied.
“Oh come on, you don’t mean the rumors do you?” Lloyd pushed, shaking his head.
“Uh, Lloyd, maybe don’t push the subject?” Kai warned, still standing at the door.
“Why not?” Lloyd asked, turning around.
“Because he thinks that I will do something evil,” Daniella replied, barely above a whisper.
“No please. That isn’t it. You just seem hurt and it would be unfair to push it further. I know that I didn’t help when I introduced myself but I only grimaced because I felt wrong for believing what I had heard. I want to humbly apologize for my first introduction and I hope that you can forgive me,” Kai said, bowing deeply at the door.
Daniella’s eyes widened before she closed the distance between herself and the door frame. She cleared her throat for the man in front of her to stand up. Kai did so and found himself face to face with the eldest princess, trying her best to keep a small smile on her face. She grabbed her skirt with one hand and offered the other to him. He took her hand and they both bowed slightly.
“Sir Kai, your apology is forgiven. While you did not have to, I am very grateful for the apology,” Daniella said, letting her hands fall. She took a step back and turned, finding her brother right there in front of her.
“So you’ll stay right?” Lloyd asked, his eyes begging. Daniella smiled but shook her head.
“I am needed back at the Temple. I have a duty that I have to fulfill. I know you don’t think so, but is better for me to be at the Temple. You are both more than welcome to visit anytime you like, but please note that it may not be as extravagant as the castle,” Daniella replied, giggling a little at the end.
“You never did like the extravagant things,” Lloyd said with a little pout.
“Oh come now little brother, don’t pout. We both know that you are very good at escaping your watchmen and Mother’s eyes. There will be room for you at the Temple whenever you feel like getting away. And Sir Kai, I will make sure there is room for you as well if you choose to follow this little Rogue Prince. I know that he can be a handful, but I am glad that you are here to protect him,” Daniella replied, grabbing her small bag before leaving the bedroom and following the servants that were carrying the luggage to the carriage.
Daniella was shocked to see her mother standing outside, waiting. Daniella dipped into a curtsy first, the others following suit. Her mother nodded and turned to address them.
“There is another suitor. His father said that he would be here tomorrow, if you could stay one more day,” her mother pleaded.
“Forgive me Mother, but I cannot stay away from the Temple any longer. I have responsibilities to attend to. It would be nice to meet him, but my heart cannot take it anymore. If he is serious, then he is more than welcome to visit the Temple. But I really must leave,” she replied, taking her mother’s arms at the elbow and kissing her cheek before turning and doing the same to her little brother.
Daniella climbed into the carriage, followed by Ozir before the door was closed and the horses were signaled to pull the carriage away. Daniella sat up straight until she was out of her mother’s view before leaning onto the armrest by the window.
“You doubt this new suitor will come?” Ozir asked. Daniella glanced at Ozir before sitting up.
“I don’t have high hopes that he will come. But after what Sir Kai said, I do have a small spark of hope that maybe he will come to the Temple. But it is something that I will deal with when he arrives. We have more pressing matters at hand. I fear that my nightmares are actually visions sent by the Great Dragon. And if they are to come true, then the kingdom is in peril. We must prepare,” Daniella said, straightening her posture.
Ozir’s eyes widened as she nodded. The Temple was not only a scholarly place for those to take shelter, it was also a secret weapon. One that was entrusted to Daniella by her father well before he past. Very few knew this about the Temple and Daniella feared that soon, everyone would know the truth.
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Draco has Quidditch practice early one morning, and as much as you’d like to be able to try and stay awake with him, you just can’t. But that’s more than alright with him…
A barely audible hum of content echoed from within your throat as you lay there, vivid images of a certain blonde Slytherin filling your dreams. That is, until a loud clatter startled you awake, followed by a few choice swear words from the very boy you had, up until three seconds ago, been so blissfully dreaming about.
