• standing tall
• expanded posture, opening of the torso
• lifted chin, head held high
• big and confident smile
• looking around to see if people recognize and admire what they are proud of

• big smile and laughter
• wide radiant eyes
• raised eyebrows
• jumping up and down or bouncing
• clapping hands
• big hand gestures
• loud and high pitched voice
• speaking quickly

• not holding/breaking eye contact
• fidgeting
• heavy breathing
• twitching in their face
• often a blank stare or looking away
• rigid posture
• sweaty palms
• bouncing their knees
• rubbing palms against each other or clothing

• laughing
• giggling
• grinning
• using a playful tone
• making a silly face
• touching the other person teasingly
• e.g. tickling, nudging, bumping into them

• stiffening up
• hard line around the lips
• frozen stare
• narrowing of the eyes

• arm/shoulder/waist/SMALL OF THE BACK touches
• HANDS BRUSHING, BUT TOO NERVOUS TO DO ANYTHING MORE
• calling them by their name ("What's your opinion on this, X?") (they way they say their name makes their heart do funny things)
• the way their voice goes heavy/breathy
• CHIN RESTS ON THEIR SHOULDER
• whispering into their ear and the way their breath tickles
• non-affectionate nicknames just for them
• recognising their laugh and trying to make them laugh just to hear it again
• little private smirks/winks, watching their reaction when someone makes a joke
• sniffing their hair/recognising their on their shampoo
• eye contact so deep they feel like sinking
• SMALL PECKS ON THE CORNER OF THEIR MOUTH/CHIN/FOREHEAD
• recognising the sound of their footsteps
• co-existing in the same space, acknowledging their presence and feeling safe
• CARESSING THEIR CHEEK WITH THEIR THUMB
• recognising their nervous ticks and comforting them, like putting a hand on their bouncing leg
• tracing scars, freckles, moles, lines of their muscle, you name it (SCREAMS)
• grinning when they blush
• watching with pride as the other does a presentation/leads a mission/takes charge
• making up private signals for each other
• HAND KISSES
• NECK KISSES
• playing with their hair/brushing their hair/braiding their hair

1. "Have fun."
2. "It was a joke!"
3. "Do your worst."
4. "Understandable."
5. "Well, you can try..."
6. "We can still work this out!"
7. "You have to catch me first!"
8. "That's not a nice thing to say."
9. "Ok, but can you make it quick?"
10. "Not to brag, but I don't think you can."

some ways to build tension

1. "Feel this? It's just for you."
2. "Let's ruin ourselves for anyone else."
3. "I want to taste you so badly."
4. "Make me beg for it."
5. "Oh I can do this all night long."
6. "You surprise me every day."
7. "Let's find out how much you want it."
8. "Kiss me, I can't wait any longer."
9. "Come on, please, do it."
10. "Oh, you like that?"
11. "Hmm, you're not very patient, are you?"
12. "Well, let's see what happens tonight."
13. "Can you kiss it better?"
14. "Oh, you're hard to please."
15. "I had a very nice dream that started like this."
16. "You are so amazing, please never stop."
17. "Can you be good for me?"
18. "It's so hot when you talk like that."
19. "Stop teasing me and do it!"
20. "You're still holding back, just let go."

prompt list by @novelbear

• always giving the other the first bite of their food
• ^ or the last bite
• gently resting their head on their shoulder when taking a picture/peeking at something
• kisses. on. the. tip. of. the. nose.
• zipping or buttoning their jacket for them
• when they follow the sidewalk rule :(
• ^ like imagine realizing it as they gently take the other's wrist and guide them to the other side...omg
• waiting until they safely reach the front of the door or get inside before driving off
• "did you eat today?"
• softly dusting crumbs from their cheeks when eating
• ^ or even better: kissing it off
• "wear a jacket, it's cold out."
• watching a movie or show that they know they're interested in.
• ^ not because they asked them to, but to be able to engage in more conversation related to it when they adorably ramble on and on.
• doing their makeup for them
• "i brought you flowers." "for what?" "there has to be a reason?"
• keeping a few of their favorite snacks in the house for when they visit.
• opening the door for them or pulling their seat out before they sit down
• lifting the shorter one up so they can be seen in photos
• absentmindedly playing with their hair at all times
• fixing their clothes a little for them when noticing something is off

• "Oh."
• "Look at me."
• "Please.
• "Good boy."
• "Don't follow me."
• "Find me."
• "I forgive you."
• "Help me."
• "No."
• "Don't say that."
• "Talk about it?"
• "Forget me."
• "Remember me."
• "It's not over."
• "Don't ignore me."
• "Stay with me."
• "I want to believe you."
• "For you, always."
• "Just... don't."
• "There is no us."
• "I don't need you."
• "Leave me behind."
• "Don't bother."
• "Fear me."
• "Break me."
• "I don't care."
• "This isn't the end."
• "Please hold me."
• "I'm right here."
• "Wait for me."
• "Kiss me."
• "Ohh."

1. “Shit. Shit, shit, shit, c’mere.”
2. “Someone get the medic. Get the medic!”
3. “Hey, hey, shhhh. Shhhh. You’re okay.”
4. “You did so good. Don’t worry, you-you did so good.”
5. “Here, lean on me. I can carry you.”
6. “We’re gonna fix you up, brand new. I promise.”
7. “No. No, stop. Stop talking like that. You’re gonna be fine.”
8. “Okay. Okay, here’s what we’re gonna do—fuck.”
9. “I know, I know it hurts.”
10. "I don't care. I'm not leaving you."
11. “I’m going to lift you up, okay? Tell me if it hurts.”
12. “Where are they? Where are they?!”
13. "I would believe that you're fine, but you have a goddamn knife sticking out of your leg, so."
14. "You just watched them die."
15. "This is going to hurt, okay?"
16. "God, I'm so sorry, it'll be over soon, I promise."
17. "How many fingers am I holding up? ... I don't have six fingers."
18. "Stop. No. Wake up. Wake up! I said wake up!"
19. "I came as soon as I heard."
20. “Get away! You’re hurting them!”
21. “Please be okay. Please be okay, please be okay—”
22. “Shit. Shit, that’s a lot of blood.”
23. “You dumbass. Don’t do that. Ever again.”
24. "Help them! Please!"
25. "You scared us all back there. I... Including me."
26. "[name]? [name], this isn't funny. Stop... please..."
27. "Breathe... breathe. Look at the stars, kid."
28. "It was supposed to be me... please, no, [name], please..."
29. "Tell me where it hurts, and be specific."
30. “You’ll be fine.” *silence* “You’ll be fine. Hey! Wake up! Please. Please wake up…”
31. “I’m sorry. I’m so sorry.”

• tightness around their eyes
• pinched mouth
• sour expression on their face
• crossed arms
• snorting angrily
• turning their eyes upward
• shaking their head

• fast breathing
• chest heaving
• trembling of their hands
• weak knees, giving in
• tears flowing down their face uncontrollably
• laughing while crying
• not being able to stand still

• tension leaving their body
• shoulders dropping
• standing still
• opening mouth
• slack jaw
• not being able to speak correctly
• slowed down breathing
• wide eyes open
• softening their gaze
• staring unabashingly

• vacant stare
• looking down
• turning their head away
• cannot look at another person
• putting their head into their hands
• shaking their head

• blushing
• looking down
• nervous smile
• sharp intake of breath
• quickening of breath
• blinking rapidly
• breaking eye contact
• trying to busy their hands
• playing with their hair
• fidgeting with their fingers
• opening mouth without speaking

• It was strange to touch each other without one of them dying, but maybe touch was also something for the living.
• Like magnets they moved together, pressing into each other's warmth.
• There always needed to be a reason, an excuse for their bodies to touch.
• Being touch-starved and needy was really starting to mess with their reputation as a tough guy.
• It was like their skin was calling out for the other's gentle touch.
• They didn't like to be touched by just anyone. But that didn't mean they didn't also crave it sometimes.
• A coldness took over their body that only the warmth of another person could erase.
• They wanted to be touched, to be missed, to be loved. Was that too much to ask for?
• Leaning onto each other, just being close, was enough.
• Their bodies fitting together like they always were intended to become one.

Requested by: Anonymous Request: “Character A is *really* shy but Character B is super confident and extroverted, doing things like dragging them to events, PDA, etc Thank you!! <3” 

1. “So… You up for an adventure?” “I don’t like your idea of adventures.” “Well, too bad! You’ve signed up for it. Let’s go!”
2. “You know I’m a homebuddy!” Character A whines as Character B rushes around to find the perfect outfit for them to wear to the party. 
3. Character A following closely behind Character B to social events and parties, and Character B introducing Character A to everyone else with a grin on their face like a proud partner. 
4. “Wanna hold hands?” “Uh… Sure, I guess?” 
5. Character B being the one to initiate PDA with Character A, knowing Character A likes PDA but is too shy to be the one to initiate it. 
6. “Tell me if I’m making you uncomfortable, okay?” “You’re not… You’re not making me uncomfortable, please don’t worry. I love you for checking in on me.”
7. “I don’t think I’ve ever said this, but thank you for getting me out of my shell.” 
8. Character A slowly warming up to the idea of joining Character B for parties and everything. 
9. “Don’t worry. I won’t leave your side if you don’t want me to. Stick with me if you need to, okay?” 
10. Character B talking to literally everyone at the parties they attend, with Character A holding onto their sleeve and hiding behind them. 
11. “This is [Character A’s name] and they really are so amazing!” 
12. Character B showing off Character A to everyone and anyone who would listen, and being really proud of the fact that Character A is their partner, which warms Character A a lot. 
13. “Them? They’re the love of my life.” 
14. Character B making sure Character A isn’t feeling too overwhelmed and offering to go home with them the moment Character A tells them they don’t want to be there anymore. 
15. Character B pulling Character A closer to them in public, and Character A biting their bottom lip to keep their smile at bay. 

Requested by: Anonymous Request: “first time prompts” 

1. “Fuck, I’ve never— I’ve never done this before—“ “That’s fine. We can take it slow. It’s all about you, okay?”
2. “Are you sure about this?” Character A whispers. Character B nods, swallowing in both nervousness and anticipation. “Yeah. Yeah, I’m sure. I’ve never been more sure about something.”
3. “We’re both so new to this,” Character A groans, eliciting soft laughter from Character B. “That’s what makes this all the more better, no?” Character B says, pulling Character A in. “Because we get to experience this newness together.” 
4. “That— I didn’t know I could make those noises.” (Neither did I, you ain't special-)
5. “I’m so embarrassed—” “It’s okay, you don’t have to be embarrassed with me. It’s a safe space, okay?”
6. “If it’s too much, tell me. I don’t want you being overwhelmed okay? And I don’t want you forcing yourself to do anything you’re not comfortable with.” 
7. “We don’t have to do this if you’re not ready…” Character B murmurs, and Character A shakes their head, arms only tightening around Character B’s neck. “I’m ready. And I trust you,” Character A says, pulling them down for a kiss by the nape of their neck. 
8. “I don’t know if I can do this.” “That’s okay. We don’t have to do this. You want to cuddle instead?” 
9. “…Um, was that supposed to happen?”
10. “Wait, wait, wait— that’s the wrong hole—”
11. “Shit, that was… That was a lot.”
12. Character A letting out an unrestrained whimper and then slapping a hand over their mouth, cheeks reddening in embarrassment, and Character B chuckling softly, leaning down to press a kiss to their blushing cheek. (CAN I JUST SAY THIS SHIT IS SO FUCKINGR RENGKREL’NG’KLN Yes. FUCKING JUST- oop-) 
13. The laughter and teasing between them makes them both relax into each other. 
14. “Is this okay?” “Yeah, that— that’s okay. Please— keep going.”
15. “I don’t— I don’t think I can last any longer, fuck, please—”

1. Exploring abandoned train tracks together; taking those aesthetic Pinterest photos for the gram. 
2. Exploring actual haunted houses, with the full gear equipped.
3. Cemetery hopping.
4. Painting the walls with your bag of spray cans, in the narrow alleyways and where people won’t see you guys having a blast. (They call it graffiti, you call it art.)
5. Going to a thrift shop and buying clothes for each other (set a budget), going off on what you think their style would be, and only revealing what you bought to your date when you’ve purchased the articles of clothing and are out of the shop. Do a bit of a fashion show for each other!
6. Exploring abandoned properties together. (Beware: no trespassing if you want to up the thrill of it.)
7. Go to IKEA and pretend you guys are an actual couple; start an argument with each other over those tables that are put there for decoration. Or… Make it more tame. Pretend you’re shopping for your dream home, together. 
8. Going to a rage room together to fuck shit up and relieve some stress.
9. Ghost tours!
10. Sneaking into the movies without paying. On top of that, sneak in snacks from your local supermarket chain instead of paying for the ones at the cinemas/theatres. Tip: Don’t get caught.

1. “How was your sleep?” “Mm.. It was good. Better.” “Better how?” “Better because you’re here.” (THE WAY I GOT SO FLUSTERED WTF)
2. “That’s my girl/boy,” Character B murmurs in a hushed whisper, stroking their fingers through Character A’s hair while Character B rests their head on their chest, trying to catch their breath. (THE SCREAM I SCRUMPT INTERNALLY, THE AUDACITY HE AUDACITIED??? WHAT THE FUCK??? EXCUSEEEE MEEEEEE??? BTW, SIR, HOW DO YOU LIKE YOUR EGGS IN THE MORNING-)
3. “Fuck, you turn me on so much with the noises you make,” Character B groans, thrusting their hips up into Character A’s and Character A whimpering softly at that. (Okay so I added the fuck at the start because it’s hotter this way bUTTTT WKGKSKFS PLSSSSS I JUST- OH MY GOD, I think I just realised that dialogue to me is SO IMPORTANT LMFAOOO)
4. “There are two hot things in this room right now: you, and the temperature.” (LET ME BREATHE, DAMNNNN) 
5. “Mmm, I’m gonna hog the bed so you can’t get on,” Character A murmurs, laying sprawled out on the bed. “That’s fine, I can just lay on you,” Character B says, making their way to the bed. “…Are you calling me a bed?” Character A questions as Character B gets on top of them, careful not to crush them under their weight. “Yeah, my bed,” Character B murmurs, snuggling close to Character A. (FUCKCKKCKXKDKKSKGKAKD HE’S JUST OUT HERE FLIRTING TO THE MAX WITH ME AND LEAVING ME SPEECHLESS TF)
6. “I told you my bed’s cozy,” Character B says, chuckling as they make their way over to Character A, who’s snuggled up under the covers. They pull the cover back and climb into the bed next to Character A, wrapping their arms around them. “And now it’s even cozier,” Character B murmurs into Character A’s neck. “Because you’re here?” Character A questions playfully. “Yeah,” Character B answers.
7. A laughter filled tickling play fight session somehow turning into them making out, turning into Character A straddling Character B, head thrown back in pleasure as they grind their hips against Character B’s while Character B holds onto their hips, thrusts matching the momentum of Character A’s movements.  
8. Spending way too much time tickling each other, peals of laughter coming from them both as they both try to attack each other’s sensitive spots. (His laughter is so cute AND I REALLY MISS HIM PLS WJDSK)
9. Morning cuddles and kisses as sunlight spills into the room.
10. “I’m gonna fuck you so good once we get there, yeah?” (MY HONEST REACTION WAS LITERALLY “???” I JUST?? WHAT?? SINCE WHEN WAS HE- AND HIM SWEARING? HOT HOT HOT HOT WKGKAKS)
11. Character A taking Character B’s hand into theirs while they’re driving. “You can drive with one hand, right?” they ask with a little grin, and Character B chuckles and nods. “Of course I can.” (HIM DRIVING WITH ONE HAND IS SO HOT BYE)
12. Character B guiding the speed of Character A’s hips as Character A grinds against them. (can he PLEASE manhandle me-)
13. “Okay, I’ll let you tickle me wherever you want if you give me one kiss.” (He lied a few times AHAHA, dodged my attacks instead after I gave him his kisses bruhhh) 
14. Character B lending their clothes to Character A since Character A’s staying the night. (The way I smelled like him AHHHH)
15. The soft “yeah?” Character B would mutter in response when they’re messing around with Character A and noises would fall from Character A’s mouth, involuntarily.
16. Stopping their play fight every now and again to kiss each other. 
17. Character B flirting with Character A and Character A not knowing how to respond other than half groaning and half laughing and calling them insufferable (affectionately). (Like I said, I’m romantically constipated-) 
18. CharacterB laughing every time Character A calls them annoying and insufferable whenever they flirt with them. 
19. Character A leaning in to kiss Character B… And then using that opportunity to tickle them when Character B’s guards are down. 
20. Them just laughing with each other at the dumbest shit until they’re out of breath; finding comfort and joy in each other’s company. 
21. Character A teasing Character B with how ticklish they are on certain spots. 
22. Character B tugging at the hem of Character A’s top, wanting to take it off, but Character A shakes their head and Character B immediately respects that by backing off a bit. (I’m including this because I don’t think people understand that any signs of no means no. Some people need to take notes for real)
23. “So… Are you going to stay over tonight?” “…Mm, maybe next time.” “You always say next time, though.” (EWLKNFWELN He really wanted me to stay, and I clearly folded so um pwnfewklnf) 
24. “I’m sorry if I’m like… Slow with all of this? I’m not experienced with any of this, and I don’t know what I’m doing. And I don’t think I’m ready for… You know.” “And that’s fine. Like I said, we’ll take it slow; we’ve got all the time in the world to get comfortable with each other, hm?” (WHEN I SAY I WAS GOING WEKJFNEWJKNEWFLN WHEN HE REASSURED ME, I LOVE HIM SO MUCH AHHH)
25. Character B climbing back into bed after taking their morning shower to get more cuddles in with Character A before they have to go to work.
26. “You can just change in here if you want.” (WO4HKLWFN THIS FUCKING MAN LMFAOOO, the way I didn’t listen and went to the bathroom to change because I’m still feeling too embarrassed to change in front of him even though he’s kind of seen me topless before)
27. Hugging each other a little tighter, and Character A mumbling, “God, I really don’t want to leave” before they part ways.
28. “The way you keep running around in my mind everyday… How dare you?” Character A mumbles. “Well, is there a problem with that?” Character B questions with a chuckle. (I’m bold for this one, praise me LKNEFKLNWG)
29. The constant check ins from Character B, to make sure Character A’s all good and well. (every prompt list has this because it’s something I’ll always fucking harp on about lmao)
30. CharacterB grasping Character A’s wrists so they’d stop attacking their ticklish spots, pulling them in for a kiss instead. (He did this SO MANY TIMES AND FAILED SO MANY TIMES AHAHA, I’m a sneaky menace) 
31. Character A pulling the Spiderman kiss on Character B while Character B’s lying down. (I WANNA KISS HIM MORE FUCKSLKFNES’F)
32. Character A waking up in Character B’s clothes and in their bed, hair all mussed up and sporting a faint mark on their neck. (I think I uh… I think I like having marks on my neck?? Made by him, specifically, IDK wpeofnew;nf)
33. Get home safe! Love you lots and lots, Character B texts Character A (THE WAY I SMILED WHEN I SAW HIS TEXT WHILE HEADING TO THE STATION AHAHA, it wasn’t even ten minutes since we parted and he sent me this and I was fangirling about it to my friends AHAHA) 
34. “Aren’t you going to get up now? You gotta get to work,” Character A says, poking Character B’s side. “Mmm, five more minutes,” Character B murmurs, pulling Character A closer to them. (HE’S SO CLINGY AND I LOVE IT SO MUCH AHDFOEKNF)
35. Character A realising they might actually be falling in love, slowly but surely, with Character B. (YEAH SO THIS IS A REVELATION AND A HALF AND IDK HOW TO FEEL ABOUT IT)