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At First Touch by nightshade-keyblade, literature

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At First Touch

A woman’s dextrous hand caressed the strings of her harp which towered over her. Her fingertips delicately coaxed the notes from her instrument while her colleagues raised their violins to their chins. The woodwind section soon followed and in no time, the musicians imbued the ballroom with slow waltz music and brought every guest in the room towards the dance floor. In a corner of the room, Leo and Sara moved in tandem to the music with the same coordination as ballerinas in a pas de deux. His right hand rested along her shoulder-blade while his left hand held on to hers, her satin glove soft against the heat of his bare palm. Around the room they gently swayed and spun, side-stepping other dancers in the hall until the song came to an end. “Wow, that was…beautiful. Thank you,” Sara said as she drew away. Her free hand lingered in his for a few seconds longer than usual, accompanied by a discreet squeeze. “The pleasure was mine, Sara. You’re a natural,” Leo replied with a bashful

Boston Summer, Chapter 1 by nightshade-keyblade, literature

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Boston Summer, Chapter 1

A low pitched chime broke the silence of the room where Leo Solaris lay sleeping. As the sound amplified, he extricated himself from his covers and paced over to the window where he left his alarm clock. For once, the sun was shining brightly in his eyes as he pushed the grey button on the clock. He yawned and shook his head softly, resisting the urge to nestle back into the covers where his sweet fantasies still held him in a stupor. He’d have plenty of time to lie in bed and dream the summer holidays away. Provided he could catch the train and make it to the airport on time. “Oh, well. Heathrow is lovely this time of year,̶

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Through Our Eyes by nightshade-keyblade, literature

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Through Our Eyes

In the stillness of the sitting room interrupted only by the hiss of flames emanating from the fireplace, a young man sat close beside his guest, a woman of his age. Little by little, her round face was imprinted into his vision by the afterglow of the fire illuminating her features. Her closed smile beckoned him and he returned her smile, enjoying the shine in her blue-hazel eyes as he held her gaze. Spotting a stray lock of her light golden-brown hair, he tentatively drew his finger along the strand to brush it from her face. The woman didn’t flinch even as his fingertips ambled along the curve of her flushed cheek. His smile gr

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Silk Road by nightshade-keyblade, literature

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Silk Road

My head alights upon your shoulder As you enfold me in your arms. An exhausted bird has regained his perch Bringing his aimless flight to an end. Sweet nightingale, your soothing tune Echoes through my heart's mountain. Matched only by your heart-song In the valley of your breast. My hands and eyes are caravans That amble along your form. And my cartographer mind charts your geography A Silk Road I would tread a thousand times.

Hozan (La Tristesse) by nightshade-keyblade, literature

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Hozan (La Tristesse)

Au nom de toi, Ô brume tout-enveloppant, Dans la présence duquel une nuance de regret déverse son accord éphémère, comme si on espérait se réveiller a une vocation connu que dans l’esprit. Ce contraste émotionnel qui est ressenti-et dés un clignement des yeux soudain, sans un moment donné pour le comprendre-est en soi une rêverie mourant d’envie d’être entendu…bien sûr, avec prudence exercé assidument. Il est difficile d’estimer son âme à l’abri de la mélancolie-à moins qu’on soit un fantôme, ce qui es

OC Character Profile-Rebecca Simmons by nightshade-keyblade, literature

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OC Character Profile-Rebecca Simmons

OC Character Profile Name: Rebecca Leigh Simmons Age: 17 years Gender: Female Ethnicity: United States, mixed Irish-English ancestry Born: Germany Lives: United States (formerly South Africa, Turkey, Croatia, and the Philippines) Height: 5 feet 4 inches, 164.6 centimetres Build: Inverted triangle general shape with hips slightly wider than waist Clothing Style: Casual Unusual Features: None Hair Colour/Style: Medium Brown Eye Colour: Brown Eye Shape: Deep set, evenly spaced Nose: Medium sized, Roman nose with straight bridge Facial shape: Oval with smooth chin, prominent cheekbones Lips: Thin on top, full on bottom Skin Tone: Medium,

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Boston Summer, Chapter 1 by nightshade-keyblade, literature

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Boston Summer, Chapter 1

Uninvited by nightshade-keyblade, literature

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Uninvited

The storm that raged outside brought droplets of water that dashed against the glass of an apartment window like liquid bullets. Even as the city outside his apartment bathed under the rain that tumbled from the blackened clouds, a tired young man lay asleep on his sitting room sofa, his stomach rising and falling in an uninterrupted rhythm. His only company, a young woman about his age, lay prone on a large cushion with her head craned over a book. The hour would have passed in silence were it not for his gentle breaths, the distant thunder, and the rustle of the pages she turned as she feasted on the strings of words that gave way t

The Marquise by nightshade-keyblade, literature

Trinity by nightshade-keyblade, literature

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Trinity

I find myself by circumstance at a loss. Bereft of words plentiful and meaningful enough to utter the praises that all of you so rightly deserve. I have but one opportunity to express just how much you have come to mean to me and why. The clock faces me, oblivious to my frustration while every tick serves to repeat the same reminder. You are running out of time, it says. You had best hurry if you want to meet this deadline. I thought of writing a series of poems, each one a tribute to the ones I admire and have come to love. Even then, the words just couldn't come out. I thought of creating six word stories, one for each person. Again, t

Fast Forward to a Few Years Later by nightshade-keyblade, literature

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Fast Forward to a Few Years Later

Although they never met, my two best friends had much in common. Both of them shared my enthusiasm for martial arts. Both of them had silly sides that matched my own. Whenever I talked to either friend, we felt equally at ease alternating between trading jokes and discussing serious topics within our limited experience. Most importantly, I had to wait nine years after they moved before I could be reunited with them. At the age of nine, I had moved from Alexandria and started fourth grade at an international school in Cairo. I had enrolled in an after-school Tae Kwon Do class and was told by the instructor to wait in the corner of

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Dreams of Clay by nightshade-keyblade, literature

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Dreams of Clay

Oh, would that my dreams were made of clay, I'd sculpt them to match my waking hours. With Pygmalion's hands, I'd build my Galatea, And watch her come to life. Would that my woes were made of flesh, I'd challenge them to single combat. By fist or blade, I'd meet them blow for blow, And triumph by my wits and strength. Would that my courage could fit in my pocket, I'd never walk in fear again. In a flask or a box, I would draw it at will, Standing tall against the gales and tides of fate. Oh, would that the stars were made of stone, I would gather them in each hand. With every fistful, I would build shimmering bridges And close every gulf

Mon Ange Deesse by nightshade-keyblade, literature

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Mon Ange Deesse

J’observe l'abondante, captivante luminosité Dans les nuances dorées du soleil, brillant sur ses bleus de cristal. Elle sent le lilas, parfum divin. Je meurs d'envie de t’atteindre, mon Ange Déesse.Il faut que je touche ta chevelure dorée, car elle m’étouffe les sens D’une manière lyrique, ta chanson angélique m’amorce sur ton hameçon. Elle respire en splendeur, ma séductrice ensorcelante Je m’écrie de posséder la beauté de son âme. Je vénère la céleste lumière du soleil lorsqu’elle embrasse sa joue rayonnante

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Love-struck Pugilist by nightshade-keyblade, literature

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Love-struck Pugilist

Every fool in the game knows the rules of the fight Put them up, do your best or go hungry tonight. Take some hits, throw a punch, do as best as you're able Win this bout and go home with some food on the table. From the day I left school to the day I drop dead I've broken every bone just to earn my bread. It hurts to starve but when push comes to shove Nothing hurts worse than the hunger for love. Every day, my heart hurts And by night, it gets worse I remember the day you gave me your smile And for once, life feels right, if only for a while. My opponent's blow puts me back in my place, It's my own fault, dreaming of your face. The

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Favourite genre of music: alternative, rock, pop, soundtracks, classical, metal (symphonic, gothic, power, nu), opera.

Favourite style of art: Photography, Comics, Anime, Anthro, animation, Dark Romanticism, Symbolism, Pre-Raphaelite

Favourite cartoon character: Elric Brothers, various superheroes, Kenshin Himura, several Disney characters, cast of Avatar TLA

Personal Quote: Sooner or later, I will find a way or the way will find me

Favourite Visual Artist

Feodor Tamarsky, Diana Belaya, Khalil Gibran, several dA artists

Favourite Movies

cartoons, anime, comedies, romance, martial arts, musicals

Favourite Bands / Musical Artists

Linkin Park, Evanescence, Yoko Shimomura, Nickelback, Breaking Benjamin, Epica, Within Temptation

Favourite Writers

Robert Cormier, Khalil Gibran, Edgar Allan Poe, Mark Salzman (list goes on)

Favourite Games

Kingdom Hearts series, Prince of Persia (SOT Trilogy), Tekken series, Tomb Raider (more coming)

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PS2, PC

Tools of the Trade

pen, paper, computer, colouring pencils, digital camera

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martial arts, creative writing, parkour, gymnastics, video games, poetry, photography, music

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RedAIArts

Mar 19, 2024

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Happy birthday, honey. I hope your day today brings as much sunshine to you as you do for others! Love you bunches ♥️

nightshade-keyblade

Mar 18, 2024

It's been such a shamefully long time to respond but thank you, dear. Your comment has brightened my day every time I had the chance to log on. Love you too ♥️

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Thank you so much, and sorry for the late response!

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No problem, you are very welcome.

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Happy Birthday, my friend.