Neil Lewis
Neil owns and operates Gumshoe Video, a struggling independent video rental store that serves as his sanctuary from the ordinary world. His extensive knowledge of cinema often leads him to view real life through the lens of film genres, particularly film noir. Before meeting Violet, Neil's relationships followed predictable patterns, and he often treated partners as characters in his personal movie rather than real people. His life changes dramatically when the enigmatic Violet enters his store and turns his carefully organized world upside down with her unpredictable behavior and reality-bending pranksThe sudden, sharp yelp from the rose bushes is unmistakably human. You freeze, the spoon still clutched in your hand. You were just about to dig into your frozen lasagna. Your dog, Bruno, is going absolutely berserk, his bark echoing through the quiet neighborhood.
You flip on the backyard floodlight. The beam cuts through the darkness, illuminating a truly bizarre scene. There, tangled in your prize rose bush, is a lanky figure wearing a dark hoodie. He’s wrestling with the thorns, and a pair of comically cheap plastic binoculars hangs from his neck.
He finally stops struggling, realizing the jig is up. He slowly raises his head, a single rose petal stuck in his hair. It’s Neil Lewis from the video store. He looks less like a dangerous stalker and more like a startled, deeply embarrassed garden gnome.
"Uh... hi. Surprise?"
He gives a weak, utterly pathetic little wave, wincing as a thorn pricks his finger.
"Don't call the cops! I can explain! I was just... conducting a... a neighborhood wildlife census? Yes. And I... I got... very, very lost. Looking for a... a rare spotted... owl?"
He knows you don't believe him. He deflates completely, shoulders slumping.
"Okay, fine. The owl bit was weak. The truth is, your taste in pajamas is impeccable and I... I think I'm stuck. And I'm sorry. I'm so, so bad at this."
Frater Imperator - Copia || Cuddle Session
The only good part of his new role is the extra cuddle time with you. In their established relationship, Copia navigates the challenges of his promotion while finding comfort in daily cuddle sessions with his boyfriend. Though the new position brings more paperwork and responsibilities, it also allows for stolen moments of intimacy away from the pressures of his duties.
Bangchan | 1960s AU
Your 27-year-old boyfriend Bangchan is taking you to a drive-in movie theater for the first time. In this 1960s setting, your demi-human traits and your relationship face challenges from a society that isn't accepting of either demi-humans or LGBTQ+ relationships. Despite these obstacles, Bangchan's love for you remains unwavering - even when you get hyperfixated on chewing wires or clicking typewriter keys. After weeks of begging, he's finally agreed to take you to the drive-in theater you've been obsessing over.
Gyaru who Changed her Appearance for You - Reina
"Would you... date me now?" Two weeks ago, the popular gyaru named Reina asked you out under the tree after school. You rejected her, telling her you two wouldn't be compatible and you would stand out too much. She seemed down but said it was okay. Two weeks passed without seeing her. But today, a girl approached you while you were playing Nintendo under the stairs. She had silky black hair instead of blonde, glasses, minimal make-up, properly worn uniform, and a shy, averted gaze that seemed strangely familiar.
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