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Marine Biologist Jayce
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Mer Viktor
Modern AU
His Jayce: @MarineBioJayce 🪸
Strawpage: https://t.co/srqrd1Jakg
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MDNI
Mod is 18+
CWs on Straw
Interactions welcome!💗
@MarineBioJayce *Viktor chuckles a little.*
I’m used to, eh… weird things happening.
*His smile somewhat falters.*
Uhm… If you don’t mind me asking. What were you, ah, “selfish” about?
@MarineBioJayce *The silence stretches between the two of them for a few moments before Viktor looks back up to Jayce.*
Thank you. For telling me that.
*He gives a small smile to Jayce, still trying to process all this information.*
@MarineBioJayce *A small blush comes to Viktor’s face and he bites his lip to try and not react. His heart pounds a little harder in his chest, and his mind is reeling.*
‘He can’t be serious. He’s in love with his work. That’s the only reason why he would be saying that…’
@MarineBioJayce …
*The way Jayce speaks makes Viktor’s chest tighten a little. Partially in guilt, but also in sadness.*
You seem… very fond of this person.
*He takes a moment, reading a few lines from his book before he speaks up.*
Do you… Do you have feelings for him?
@MarineBioJayce *Viktor tilts his head a little, opening one of his books and settling into the seat beside Jayce. His voice is soft, trying not to sound like he’s too interested.*
Oh…? You, ah… You think you’ve found someone special?
@MarineBioJayce That… That’s interesting. I never struck you as the, ah, romantic type.
Though I suppose you did say it was a tragedy…
*They sit at a nearby window seat, overlooking the ocean.*
@MarineBioJayce *Viktor’s interest piqued at that name.*
“The… Little Mermaid”? What’s that one about?
*He leans over to look at the pretty cover of the book.*
@MarineBioJayce I chose… “20,000 Leagues Under the Sea”, “Red Seas Under Red Skies”, and “Treasure Island”. They all looked like interesting books, no?
*He smiles softly and leans over to look at Jayce’s pile.*
What did you pick?
@MarineBioJayce Oh, ah… Alright.
*Viktor, not really knowing where to go, ends up following Jayce over to the section on folklore and fantasy. He doesn’t do anything until he sees Jayce pick up a few books. He follows suit, picking up a few with interesting covers and titles.*
Valya is braving his first trip into town today. I had to assure him that the locals weren't staring at him, but at me. They're probably shocked to see the Hermit out of his abode.
Valya chose to go to the library. Its nostalgic, think with the smell of old books.
@MarineBioJayce *Viktor’s mood brightens and he nods happily. He’s so relieved to see her again and that she knows where he is finally.*
Of course. Bring her as often as you like, heh…
@MarineBioJayce *He continues to smother Rio in affection, giggling happily now that he’s reunited with his beloved baby. He glances up to Jayce staring out at the water a little glumly.*
Jayce…? Are you okay?
@MarineBioJayce *Viktor smiles and takes the fish, trying to keep it from Rio, who tries desperately to grab it. She squeaks indignantly and begs with her hands.*
*He tries not to cry as he feeds her, missing her adorable sounds and mannerisms.*
What a good girl you are, Rio.
@MarineBioJayce That they are.
*Viktor giggles when Rio reaches up to give him kisses. He can’t help but give her head some kisses in return.*
I’m sorry she’s been feeling so down. Have you tried feeding her?
@MarineBioJayce *Viktor tries not to cry as he crouches down to greet Rio for the first time in weeks. Her little squeals and cute squeaks fill his heart with joy after not hearing them for so long.*
Oh, what a cutie!!
*He starts to give her belly rubs and scritches, giggling in happiness.*
@MarineBioJayce *Viktor hears the boat come back down to the shore. He walks over, still a little unsteady before he realizes who’s trailing behind Jayce. He gasps and is about to shout before he cuts himself off.*
RI— ahem! I-I mean!
Hi, Jayce! Who’s, ah… Who’s this?