A/N: I've seen some people in the community flame the M rated stuff (fics and picks) and wanted to clear something out. Personally, I'm the kinda guy that, while doesn't actively read or search for stuff like that, has nothing against it under the condition that it has warning labels and justifies the events by showing character interactions, emotions, as well as mutual consent. I know of the infamous 'Between Friends' comic (check it out at your own risk; it is, as far as I know, NSFW) by Areablog and it is a good example of the above. I do, however, disapprove of works that portray harems (I'm heavily against that stuff), rape (DO NOT EVER DO IT!), homosexuality (I don't discriminate those people but I do find it unnatural), abusive relationship stuff (Also just plain wrong), etc.
I'm saying this now because it's no secret that I've begun posting a secondary fanfic which will, eventually, feature such scenes and change to an M rating. This is because I seek to find the limits of my writing capabilities and 'exit my comfort zone' and I don't want people who are against this stuff to suddenly think of me as some pervert or something. Rest assured, I'm not, and nothing like that will appear in this fanfic. 'Those things' are a part of the Human nature and we all (eventually) have to accept that.
Now, onto the story!
Replies to the latest reviews:
LordThunderGamer: I believe you have me confused with another author?
RedHood001: Idk.
TheOneAndOnly1993: Yes! This chapter is a fluffy treat for all you Starco shippers ^.^!
Rock Raider: You're assuming too soon. She and Tom will end up with someone, however :P. Let's just say that Tom's new 'lover' will, hopefully, leave you guys laughing XD. I kinda feel sorry for him XD...
Guest Sorta: Alright, I wrote a fanfic where Star committed suicide. I wrote one where she went insane and chopped off Marco's leg. Heck, I'm even working on one that's so messed up I'm gonna have to rate it M and put a dozen trigger-warnings into it! But ruining their first date by sending assassins after them? That's just messed up. I can promise you that this date is going to be pure Starco fluff. What happens after this chapter, however, will probably leave you guys hating my guts.
Dualingthedice6: I prefer slow story and character progression, which I find most fanfics lack, so thank you for your words of praise! And to answer the rest of your questions: The reason I give subtle and little hints is because I truly want you guys to be shocked when they finally come together and form a bigger picture. The date will have a twist, I warn you! And I have plans for those characters to appear, don't worry! Just be patient and trust me :)!
FeMorgenstern11: Oh, you will, no worries :)
Devontae Daniel: I'm assuming that you mean Elizabeth (Starco child) and Jam (Jarco child) by Moringmark, right? Pardon my wording but I find it pathetic how authors can't come up with anything original and just add the two into their stories. I like the concept Moringmark came up with but I hate what the community has done with it. I have my standards and adding those two would lower them severely. Also, Eclipsa will not be appearing in this fic. This plot was crafted out before season 2 even started airing and I'm not gonna change anything just to make it 'more canon'. This is MY Universe and I'll do with it as I please.
Guest: Usually, yes. But I designed Comet before I even found out that it's Star's gender-bent name. I designed her as Star's female cousin and I find the name 'Comet' to be more feminine than masculine. I just can't see a guy being named Comet...
Connor Filbert: F*ck you xD. But in all honesty (I know what you mean :P) The real action starts after this fluffy treat!
Disclaimer: All characters from Star vs. The Forces of Evil belong to the creators of the show. The plot of this story and any original characters that may appear in it, however, do belong to me and I would kindly ask you to inform me should you want to use anything from this story in your own fanfic.
Beta read by ElleFreak.
Story cover by Luzz015. Be sure to check her out on DeviantArt!
Star vs. The Forces of Evil: Staring it up!
Chapter 3
First Date
Part 3
The Underworld, Tom's Castle, Lower levels
The hallways were dark and unusually damp, something which Tom hadn't really dealt with in the Underworld before; Normally, everything was hot and dry. Tom was following Trisha, their Harpy librarian, who was currently leading him to The Chamber of Forbidden Artefacts, allegedly located somewhere in these halls. Supposedly, it contained the Codex Ex Inferis, a dark book which, as Trisha had told him, may contain some useful information on the Bloodmoon Ball, Seal and general magical powers.
"So," Tom spoke, trying to strike up a conversation with the rather shy Trisha, "How long have you been employed here? I don't remember seeing you... ever..."
"Oh, not that long; Only around 244 years, 54 days, 3 hours, 11 minutes and 34 seconds. But who's counting, right?"
"That's... a pretty long time..." Tom commented.
Trisha smiled. "We harpies have long lifespans, master Tom."
"I get that but," He stopped in his tracks, as did Trisha. She turned to face him, growing nervous. "Why is it that I haven't seen or heard of you before?"
She looked away. Tom could tell that she was feeling nervous and uncomfortable. "I... Tend to just hang out in the library, mostly, and read books. I don't come out very often."
"Then you must be well educated in many subjects, I assume," Tom commented.
Trisha nodded. "I don't like bragging but I do have an excellent memory. Anything I read stays in here," she tapped her head with one of her talons.
Tom made a thoughtful expression. "This is gonna sound weird but, have you ever read anything about a lizard named Toffee?"
Trisha placed one talon under her chin and narrowed her eyes. "Toffee... Hmm..." She thought long and hard before looking at Tom and answering. "Not much is written about him but, I believe he was mentioned in one of Mewman history books, which has since been returned to the Mewman capital."
Tom nodded. "Well, do you remember anything important about him?"
Trisha shook her head. "I'm sorry, master Tom, but I don't. I didn't get a chance to read the whole book, only a portion of it." She made another thoughtful expression. "If I'm not mistaken, it said something about him being an Ambassador or something like that..."
"Ambassador?"
Trisha nodded. "I only got to the beginning of their recent history but, like I already said, the book had to be returned so that's the only distinct thing I read about him. I'm sorry..."
Tom sighed. "No need to apologise. But why did you have to return that book to Mewni?"
"Oh, it wasn't just that book. Shortly after you were spawned into this world, Queen Moon Butterfly ordered that 'every book containing the events of the last 16 years be returned to Mewni'. It was a really weird order, almost as if she was trying to hide something..."
Tom rubbed his chin. "Yeah, it almost seems that way, doesn't it..." he shook his head. "But enough of this now. Let's get to the chamber so I can get that book into my hands."
Earth
"Marco, how much further is it?" Star whined. She and Marco had been walking for quite some time now and the princess was slowly growing impatient.
"Aren't you enjoying our walk?"
"I'd be enjoying it more it I could see..."
Marco chuckled. "OK, OK. I guess it's alright to take this off now." He untied her blindfold and let if fall to the ground. Star rubbed her eyes and slowly opened them.
*gasp* Star placed a hand across her mouth and widened her eyes. Marco smirked at her reaction.
The setting was quite cliché. A lone table seated next to the Park's lake and underneath a free, with a lit candle in the middle and two chairs on either side of it.
Star clasped her hands, and said, "Marco, it looks so sweet! And corny!"
"So I've been told..." Marco murmured, remembering Jackie's words, and waved his hand towards the table, then said, "After you, mademoiselle."
Star glared at him and crossed her arms.
"What did you just call me?"
Marco chuckled. "It's just a fancy French word, Star," He explained.
Star raised an eyebrow at him, and asked, "Um, what's French?"
"*sigh* I'll explain it to you some other time." Marco took Star's hand into his own and ushered her over to the table. He pulled out one of the two chairs and gestured her to sit down. Star did so, with a smile. Marco sat down at the opposite side of the table and whistled twice.
Star spotted a familiar figure approaching them.
"Hello, children. What good night it be for dating, no?" It told them in a familiar Russian accent.
"Buff Frog?" Star questioned, then added, "What are you doing here? I thought my parents had given you and your kids a place to stay in the castle."
"Little boyfriend asked me for favour," He explained.
"Ok but... Where are your kids?"Star inquired.
Buff Frog waved his hand dismissively. "They are in good hands."
Meanwhile
Janna was frantically scouring through Buff Frog's instruction manual while the tadpoles kept running ramped across her room and letting out tiny croaks.
"HOW DO YOU MAKE THESE THINGS CALM DOWN!?"
At the park
"I am not even going to ask..." Star muttered.
"Anyway, Ivgeny over here was kind enough to help me out. In exchange for some sweetcorn, that is."
"Marco Diaz!" Star gasped. Marco raised an eyebrow at her. "It isn't polite to swear!"
"Huh?"
"It was, indeed, most rude of you!" Buff Frog commented. Marco whipped his head back and forth in confusion before letting out a defeated sigh.
"Moving on," he said, smiled, then continued, "I asked him to keep an eye out and make sure that nobody disturbs us. Oh, and do some catering..."
Star stiffened a laugh. "Marco, I appreciate the effort you're putting into this date but I doubt that many people come to the park at this hour. I mean, seriously, what are you expecting? That somebody's gonna be spying on us from the bushes?"
As if on queue, a nearby bush rustled slightly and whispering voices could be heard. Fortunately, neither Star nor Marco noticed this. Buff Frog shrugged it off as well.
Marco hesitated before replying, "Well, no. I just want us to have some, erm, 'privacy'," he scratched the back of his head, and added, "Also, I don't want anything to ruin the mood..."
Buff Frog, upon hearing those words, whispered something into Marco's ear. The boy nodded and Buff Frog dismissed himself. "He'll be right back," Marco said.
Star smiled. While she wasn't a big fan of such romantic and corny displays of affection, she had to admit to herself that, with Marco, it felt so right. Her stomach grumbled and she giggled while blushing. "Sorry," she spoke, "I sorta skipped lunch today since I was getting my hair cut and... other stuff..."
"Well then, you're in luck!" Marco exclaimed and smirked at her, "Because I just happened to have prepared a plate of Marco Diaz' World famous Nachos!"
Buff Frog momentarily returned and placed the plate on the table before walking off.
Star narrowed her eyes and smiled. "Nachos, how romantic!"
Marco noticed the sarcasm in her voice. He shrugged and mimicked her expression. "Only the finest for my princess," was his clever response, followed by a wink.
Star shook her head playfully and helped herself to the first nacho. Her eyes widened in surprise. "Wow!" She exclaimed in delight, "This is even tastier than usual!"
"Told ya," Marco replied before helping himself to one of the triangular pieces of food. Even he was surprised by how delicious they were.
The two shared a companionable silence while they ate. Star then looked at the lake and noticed the Moon's reflection in the crystal clear water. She looked up at the sky and noticed not a single cloud. She felt a gust of wind gently blow and carry a few leaves across the sky. Star closed her eyes and sighed as she felt the wind play with her hair. Marco smiled; it filled his heart with joy seeing how content she looked right now. It also helped calm him down. Even though he didn't show it, he was quite nervous.
"Tell her she looks nice!"
"Shh!"
Marco heard two voices whisper and whipped his head around to find their source but failed to do so.
"Huh... that was weird..." He muttered.
Star looked at him curiously and asked, "What's weird?"
"Oh, nothing," He assured her and shrugged it off, then added, "Probably just my imagination."
"Feeling a little nervous?" Star said teasingly and smirked at him.
"I'm just surprised you decided to cut your hair shorter," He explained.
Star smiled.
"I've always wondered how I'd look with this haircut and I figured today would be the perfect opportunity to try it!" Star explained, then added, "Also, I wanted you to be the first to see it. Aside from your mom, who helped me with it, that is... and your dad, who was waiting for me downstairs along with you and- I'm overexplaining things, aren't I?" The princess finished dully.
Marco chuckled. "Looks like I'm not the only one who's nervous, hehe."
Star puckered her lips. "Only a little!"
She stared at him angrily before the two burst into a sudden laughter. They smiled at each other once they'd calmed down.
Star resumed eating the remainder of the nachos.
"Um, Star," Marco said awkwardly.
"Hmm?" The princess looked at him curiously without interrupting her feast.
"You've got a little something..." Marco said and pointed at his right cheek in an attempt to tell her she had nacho cheese on her face. Star shrugged and continued eating.
Marco sighed, stood up, and walked over to her. He took out a napkin from his pocket and placed his free hand on her cheek and turned her face towards him and wiped her face clean with the napkin.
"There! That's... better..." He murmured. Marco noticed how close their faces were and how gorgeous Star looked from up close. Her hearts were glowing ever so slightly and were surrounded by a blush. Her lips looked so tantalising and soon Marco got lost in her eyes. He threw the napkin onto the ground and cupped her face with both hands before closing his eyes and locking his lips with hers.
The two teens both hummed in delight.
The rest of the World didn't exist for them. They were in heaven. Together.
How long did the kiss last? Neither knew how to answer that question but, in all honestly, they didn't care. However, it did feel like a small, blissful Eternity once it ended.
Their faces remained close and their gazes locked.
Marco smiled and licked his lips.
"Mmm... You know, cheery flavoured lipstick and nacho cheese don't really mix as well as you'd expect them to," Marco said, his voice low and filled with passion.
Star smirked, and said, "Then, how come you want seconds?"
"That obvious?"
Star nodded in response before closing her eyes and kissing him once more.
The two ended their intimate embrace and slowly opened their eyes. Star giggled, then spoke, "You've gotten better at kissing!"
"D-Don't say stuff like that!" Marco exclaimed, his blush intensifying.
Star giggled. "You're so easy to tease, Marco!"
"Am not!"
"Are too!"
"Am not!"
"Are too!"
"Am not!"
"Are-" Star was cut off by a surprise attack initiated by Marco, who kissed her again and quickly pulled away. Star blinked several times in bewilderment.
"Am not!" Marco finished and smirked.
Star stared at him wide-eyed before smiling. "Ok, Ok..."
Satisfied with his victory, Marco walked back to his side of the small table and sat down. He was still blushing madly but so was Star, who was twirling one of her golden locks with her finger while grinning like an idiot.
So far, so good! Marco mentally congratulated himself. Now I just gotta wait for the signal and commence phase two!
Suddenly, he noticed a lens flare in a nearby bush, which vanished just as soon as it had appeared. Marco raised a suspicious eyebrow.
Meanwhile, in the Bushes
Mr. and Mrs. quickly ducked and tucked the camera away.
"I told you to be careful!" Angie hissed.
"Hey! It's not as easy as t looks!" Rafael argued.
Angie rolled her eyes, and spoke, "Whatever! Did you get a good shot!"
Rafael smiled proudly and nodded. "I did! A good 5 minutes and 34 seconds of 'action'!"
Angie bore a look of pride on her face. "That's our boy! I knew he had the Diaz trait in him!"
To be continued...
Chapter End Notes:
Fluffy enough? I tried my best to balance out their Characters yet make them act like two love-struck buffoons (Meant in a positive way). Also, yes, Marco's parents are creeps XD!
Please, tell me your thoughts on this one!
Expected Update: In 2 weeks!
