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Emily ([personal profile] iluvroadrunner6) wrote in [community profile] fandomweekly2022-01-30 06:13 pm

[#123] Let My Heart be the Teacher (The Magicians)

Theme Prompt: #123 – Snowed In
Title: Let My Heart be the Teacher
Fandom: The Magicians
Rating/Warnings: (Language, violence, mature content, spoilers?)
Bonus: Yes.
Word Count: 589
Summary: Kady and Julia take advantage of the snowstorm.



“I guess that’s that, then.”

Kady looks out the window, watching as the snow comes down in droves around them, blocking them into the apartment. Having the apartment to themselves is a rare occurrence these days, given how often the group is coming in and out of Fillory, from Brakebills, the Library, whatever surprise visitors that come their way. But Eliot, Josh and Margo are back in Fillory, Alice is at the Library, Penny is at Brakebills and she and Julia are alone.

The solitude is refreshing.

“Probably for the rest of the night, if the snow has anything to say about it.” Julia settles back into the couch, crossing her legs under her as she does. “Whatever will we do about it?” An impish smirk crosses her lips as she pats the empty cushion next to her.

Kady laughs, moving back towards her and dropping back onto the couch. “Josh left some pizza in the fridge that we could heat up.”

“I’m sure there’s plenty to watch on TV.” Julia turns into her, one hand coming to rest against Kady’s waist.

“I’m sure there’s more than enough to keep us occupied.” Kady murmurs just before Julia’s lips collide with hers, and she sinks into a searing kiss. Alone time is minimal, and Kady is more than willing to take advantage of there being fewer demands on her time. Hands wander as the kiss deepens, clothes get removed, and Kady sinks into the moment, following instincts and enjoying her and Julia’s time together for however long it lasts.

Soon, the urgency fades, and she and Julia are back on the couch, with the leftover pizza and a movie Julia pressed into Kady’s side. There’s a few moments of chewing before Julia looks up at her. “What does it say about us that it takes a snowstorm for us to get some alone time together?”

“That we live in a house full of assholes with boundary issues?”

“… Okay, true,” Julia admits. “But also, maybe we haven’t been putting in enough of an effort?”

Kady raises an eyebrow. “I don’t think that quests and apocalypses take time to consider our ability to go on a date, Jules.”

“No, but the leader of the East Coast hedges might take a breather occasionally to take her girlfriend out to dinner.”

“Oh, is that how it is?” Kady smirks, turning to face her. “And you’re always perfectly on time for all of our dates and never have to cancel or reschedule? Pot, kettle, Jules.”

“I’m just saying that maybe we could both make more of an effort.” Julia shifts, putting her pizza down to face Kady more. “Because I really do like this. Being alone with you, when I can. I think we could both benefit from the quality time.”

Kady takes a deep breath and nods. “I’m sure Pete will find me much easier to work with.”

“I’m sure he will. And honestly, when we take the time off, I’m able to keep a clearer head.” Julia sighs. “Might be better if we actually take care of ourselves.”

“What a concept,” Kady laughs, before snaking an arm around her to pull her closer. “I promise our next date will not be just because we’re snowed in.”

“I promise too,” Julia nods, before leaning in to kiss her again. “But until then? We can fully take advantage of what the snow offers.”

Kady grins as she sets her own pizza to the side to pull her girlfriend closer. “I can’t argue with that.”