Hiiii! This is my first fanfic (if we ignore the one I made in 7th grade 5 years ago WHICH WE WILL) so ignore if it's kinda dry and weird but I've been wanting to start writing again so what's a better way then to start this? I love Veneer and I'm in love with him but this will be like a slow burn, angsty, forbidden love kinda thing. Will you and Veneer get together at some time? Maybe who knows (I do but you won't until we get there 😼)

Ps: there will be some nsfw (maybe if y'all want it) and everyone is over 21. Also I'm going to try to make these more then 2,000 words to challenge myself so enjoy!! (This will be short of course but gimmie ideas please)

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hiraeth;
(noun.)
a homesickness for a home to which you cannot return, a home which maybe never was; the nostalgia, the yearning, the grief for the lost places of your past.

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The clicking of wheels rolling on the shiny marble ground surrounds your ears as you walk down the never ending hallways. Your head looking left to right at everyone walking the same direction as you, only a few walking the opposite.

You had just arrived at your old home town, Mount Rageous. It's been 5 years since you left and you could feel the rush of memories come back. It warms you as a smile creeps onto your face until you spot something weird.

A white sign covered in pink and green glitter catches your eyes as it reads, "Welcome Home [Name]!" in big sparkling letters. The name stood out more than anything as it was almost too big to fit, which probably explains the second small piece of paper next to it with the rest of your name written out.

You couldn't help but laugh because it looked like a toddler made it but you pause in your tracks. "Why does it have my name on it?..." You mumble quietly. You knew your parents weren't that creative or weird to create something like this. Maybe it was someone else with the same name?

As you were rereading it before looking down to see what was attached to such a bright and colorful sign, you gasped loudly wanting to die right then and there. Attached to that sign is your old best friend, Velvet. The biggest pop star known to Mount Rageous, accompanied by her twin brother Veneer, and a few bodyguards.

You and Velvet had known each other ever since you were little kids. Nothing stood against the both of you as it was [Name] and Velvet against the world. Going through so much together, it was hard for you to leave her and everything you knew behind to start somewhere new. Especially Veneer.

Throughout high school, you both had fallen in love with each other but you never pursued him in honor of your friendship with Velvet. Specially in respect of when Velvet had made a rule when you both were 5 that under no circumstances can you fall in love with Veneer because that would risk your friendship and you didn't want that.

Neither did Veneer but it wasn't long until you got captivated. Lost in a trance of loving the only person you couldn't have. Not being able to show your affection for her brother hurt. It was something no one knew about but Veneer's best friend Oliver. Oliver understood you both unlike anyone else and kept your secrets hidden but he didn't dare to tell you or Veneer of the secret love between you two. So you both were left running around like clowns while Oliver watched and knew everything.

As you stand there shocked to see them, you remember sneaking into his room whenever you stayed over and Velvet was dead asleep, staying up all night with her brother. Talking and playing video games. But, one night it was different and Veneer could tell something was off when you went into his room and refused to play anything or even talk. All you wanted was to take in his company once more before you left.

Though, no one knew why you decided to leave, not even Velvet. Veneer likes to know why you did but it was never made clear to him. So after 5 years, you decided to go back. Standing in the airport of your old home as you stared at the twins. You were overwhelmed with emotions. This wasn't part of the plan.

Your parents we're supposed to pick you up not them. What if Veneer stopped loving you? What if you still had feelings for Veneer? What if Velvet knows and she's here to yell at you and tear you apart like you've deserved? When you asked your parents to pick you up you didn't expect this.

When you try to walk away, wanting to take a cab home instead, you hear Velvet's voice echo through the empty hallway. "[Name]!" She pushed the banner into her brother's chest before running towards you and embraced your body with her's.

Suddenly all your bad thoughts floated away quickly as you hugged your old friend back, your suitcase falling over. "I've missed you so much!" Velvet continues, squeezing your body so tight you could barely breath. "What are you doing here?" You manage to breathe out between the squeezes while looking at Veneer. But your question was avoided, hanging in the air as Veneer stepped closer to the both of you.

"Give her room Vel, she's turning purple. And not in a stunning way either." Veneer teases, practically having to pull you both apart. "Sorry, sorry. I just can't help but be so excited! I haven't seen you in 5 years.. Wait, I haven't seen you in 5 years!? Where have you been??" With the last part being a realization, Velvet punches you rather hard in the shoulder as a way to get pay back for just leaving her alone to survive high school and being famous all by herself.

"I'm sorry Velvet. I swear I have a good excuse!" You begged for mercy, putting your hands together as you scrambled for a lame excuse to become of good use. "No letters, no Christmas cards, not even a lousey text!" Velvet pouts as she crosses her arms. Before you could apologize, Velvet wrappes her arm around your neck and begins to lead you towards their car.

"No matter, you're here now so that's what counts!" While Velvet was talking, you couldn't help but notice how much Veneer has grown up. You remember how short he was with his bowl cut hairstyle. Just thinking of it made you laugh a little before seeing Velvet's long nails snap in front of your face.

"[Name] are you even listening? Helloooooo?!" Velvet asked dramatically, looking at the security guard who opened the car door for the both of you as she got inside. You smile nervously and nod. "Of course I am! Sorry, I'm just really exhausted from the flight since there was a crying baby." You explained while getting inside the car, somehow sitting between Velvet and Veneer.

"Ewwww! Who brings a baby on a plane?!" A small chuckle arose from your lips as you remember how Velvet is, or was. She probably had changed a lot since you last talked.

While Veneer was on his phone, Velvet couldn't stop talking about all the fame and recent concert's they've done. But while she talked, you couldn't help but feel an unwanted tension linger in the air. And you knew exactly who it was coming from.

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"Here we are." Veneer announces in a strange voice. You decided not to question it as someone opened the car door and helped you out. You stared at the huge mansion in awe. Wanting to take in the beauty of it for a bit longer before running after Velvet and Veneer.

"Oh my god, this is beautiful!" You exclaim, running towards the stairs as you couldn't stop turning your head to look at everything. The house was beyond what you would dream of and you earned shared laughs between the twins.

"Come on, this way. Your room isn't far." Veneer spoke out, taking your hand as he leads you through the long hallways. Once making it to your room your jaw drops. Throwing your bags down on the floor before taking in the many decor and specific pictures from years ago hung on the bright walls and the luxury decor. You run around looking at everything, lost in the big room designed just for you.

"This is so beautiful!!! I don't know where to begin." Your smile was wide, stretching from ear to ear as you a looked over at Velvet and Veneer. The twins had offered you to stay at their place so you guys could catch up and you couldn't turn down that offer. After all, Veneer made it well known that he decorated the room himself and he didn't want it to go to waste.

"Told you she'd love it!" Veneer stuck his tongue out at Velvet, his arms crossed to show more trumpet. But before he could bathe in his pride for a mere second longer, Velvet pulled on his tongue. "Ugh! Who cares anyways... It's just a room." Velvet mumbled. She wasn't ever good at losing bets but this time she was taking it extremely well and you giggle.

"Thank you Veneer, this means a lot to me! It's perfect!" Your arms make their way to his waist as you hug him. A soft but noticeable blush rushes across his cheeks as he tenses against your frame. His arms slowly wrapped around your frame, holding you in the way you both had craved for for years.

Velvet's eyebrow raised before rolling her eyes and pushing you both apart. "Okaaaaaayyy anyways. You can get settled and me and Veneer will be in our rooms down the hall! Call if you need us love you byyyyyeee." Without a second word, Velvet shooed Veneer out with a head pat and she followed after him. The automatic door closed while you were trying to figure out what just happened.

Was it weird that you hugged him? It was just to say thank you. Nothing like high school. Just thinking about it made you want to run away all over again. You shake your head wanting to forget those thoughts. You both have changed and you were sure he moved on and you did too. Or, at least you think you have.

You turn on some music on your phone (specifically Watch Me Work in honor of your friends recent success) while getting yourself settled. You didn't have much since you moved a lot between semesters but you hoped that you could finally buy some trinkets and more clothes as you expect to stay for a while. Or maybe even a long time.

While putting clothes away, you notice how the bedroom was painted in your favorite color, the decor complementing it well and it was just something that was easy to look at and you were appreciative. Smiling to yourself before laying on the bed. Thinking about how similar it felt like Veneer's and how it smelled just like him.

After you settle in you decide to explore the huge mansion to pass the time.

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Well that's it! I'm pretty satisfied with the start as I suck at ideas and such but I hope you enjoyed and I'll update as frequent as I can! If you want you can give me some ideas and I'll be sure to add them in. <3

Word count: 1,950