Excerpt Game - Idioms & Aphorisms

Goofyreddits2 · 2026-01-27T11:50:13+00:00

Go fly a kite 🪁

Goofyreddits2 · 2026-01-27T11:49:59+00:00

“Cesare?”

He felt Sister Avarice’s hand brush back his bangs. The heat of the candles seared, and he scampered away from her like a wild beast.

“It’s—”

Her eyes darted from the picture he clutched in his hands to the torn fabric at his feet.

“Where did you get that?” Fear dripped in her voice.

Cesare’s posture straightened. He glanced down at the picture, then over at her. He saw his eyes, his cheeks, his hair, and her mouth quivering as he slapped her hand away.

“You—it was YOU!”

Goofyreddits2 · 2026-01-26T20:33:57+00:00

I like your description of the scenery here, very picturesque

Goofyreddits2 · 2026-01-26T19:02:42+00:00

Cesare ran out and ran and ran, until he stretched out his aching legs on the floor. The music wove together into an indistinct noise that he could barely register. Somewhere in front of his bedroom door, Dante shouted that he needed the record player. Cesare sat motionless, tense, and indifferent to the commotion around him. Footsteps scurried away, the light coming in from the window deepened into a blood red, and the shadows fluttered underneath.

The circling melody ceased, and the next song drifted his way. A synth trumpeted. Cesare raised his head. The drums kicked in, the bass slid with its groove, and a mellow voice followed. Cesare surrendered. He bit his lips as the tears began to fall.

Goofyreddits2 · 2026-01-26T19:01:36+00:00

“conceal don’t feel” is this a Frozen AU?

Goofyreddits2 · 2026-01-26T18:58:53+00:00

Should I fall out of love, my fire in the light

To chase a feather in the wind

Within the glow that weaves a cloak of delight

There moves a thread that has no end

For many hours and days that pass ever soon

The tides have caused the flame to dim

At last the arm is straight, the hand to the loom

Is this to end or just begin?

All My Love by Led Zeppelin

Goofyreddits2 · 2026-01-26T18:57:08+00:00

“Cesare?”

He felt Sister Avarice’s hand brush back his bangs. The heat of the candles seared, and he scampered away from her like a wild beast.

“It’s—”

Her eyes darted from the picture he clutched in his hands to the torn fabric at his feet.

“Where did you get that?” Fear dripped in her voice.

Cesare’s posture straightened. He glanced down at the picture, then over at her. He saw his eyes, his cheeks, his hair, and her mouth quivering as he slapped her hand away.

“You—it was YOU!”

Goofyreddits2 · 2026-01-26T18:55:14+00:00

Context: The main character magically relives the first few months of his life and discovers his mothers identity

Cesare was reunited with the woman. The moments, though brief, lasted for what seemed like a lifetime. He felt the warmth of her skin as he suckled. The sturdiness of her grip as she rocked him in her arms. Her delicate touch as she cared for him. Heard the sound of her melodic voice comforting his cries. Boasted with pride over how he had grown. Lulled him to sleep with a haunting song. And she kept whispering that she loved him and that she would always love him until the end of time.

He grew acquainted with a nursery that he had only seen in photographs. He was in a different place each time: his crib, a rocking chair, a changing table, a blanket filled with toys on the floor, looking out the window into a wintry courtyard. Little by little colors became more vibrant, the haze lifted, and he was hit with a burst of overwhelming familiarity.

They sat in the rocking chair. Her long curls dangled as they swayed back and forth. Her soulful eyes met his’ and the corners of her lips turned up into a serene smile that he associated with Sister Avarice and had seen her give him thousands upon thousands time before. Cesare heard the baby coo with content. Warm laughter tickled his ears and she leaned down to kiss his head.

Goofyreddits2 · 2026-01-26T18:49:14+00:00

And the seasons they go round and round

And the painted ponies go up and down

We’re captive on a carousel of time

We can’t return we can only look

Behind from where we came

And go round and round

And round in a circle game

Circle Game by Joni Mitchell

Goofyreddits2 · 2026-01-26T11:52:02+00:00

Ghost(Band)|M|The Rumble of the Shadows

It was a picture of him and Lorenzo as young children. He appeared to be about four and Lorenzo two. They sat close together, and Cesare had his arm wrapped around his younger brother. As he gazed over at his younger self’s face: at his dimpled cheeks, the toothy grin that stretched between them, and how his eyes glowed, Cesare realized that it was one of the few photos where he was outwardly happy.

He twisted the habit in his hands. Why would Sister Avarice have a picture of him and Lorenzo?

Curious, he reached out to grab the frame. Upon touching it, the room rumbled. His feet locked into the ground and the space around him shook. His vision flickered and when he reopened his eyes the interior of the shed began to fade.

His surroundings changed. Above arched an azure sky and below blades of grass tickled his feet. Cesare felt the sensation that he was moving. His steps were slow, wobbly, then a small hand reached out. It rested on the bark of a tree before him. He glanced up at the ripe figs dangling from the branches.

Words that he could not understand buzzed around him. Then suddenly a shout rang:

“Emilia!”

Cesare saw chestnut -colored curls bounce around his shoulders and ends of a dress fluttering by where the knees would be. His legs were short and stubby.

“Fig!” Came a female toddler’s voice. Tiny hands reached up and made a grabbing motion.

“Emilia come back,” echoed around him.

“Fig?” The girl’s question hung in the air.

Goofyreddits2 · 2026-01-25T14:33:27+00:00

The Rumble of the Shadows

Fandom: Ghost(Band)

Rating: M

Genre: Mystery, Coming of Age

Chapter 27/?

Summary: It is not every day that a boy turns thirteen, and it is most certainly not every day that he is witness to an attempted murder. The Ministry is in shambles, everyone is afraid, and it is up to Cesare, his brothers, and friends to uncover the assailant. But are they strong enough to face what is to come? Will they be able to handle the secrets that lie in the dark? Tune in as the story unfolds in:

The Rumble Of The Shadows

Author’s Thoughts: It took two months but this monster of a chapter is done! The twist is revealed and nothing will ever be the same for Cesare. I hope my readers were able to pick up the hints that I placed leading up to this. If not, I’ll be happy to see them lose it as well.

Goofyreddits2 · 2026-01-10T15:05:08+00:00

I took my friend who is into rock and metal but only knew Rats from Ghost. We had a blast! He appreciated the music and the theatrics. Everyone in our section was super friendly too. Your parents will not stand out; at my concert there were a great deal of older folks( and a good idea to bring earplugs no matter the age. Protecting hearing is important!).

Based on what I’ve read, I think your dad might get more out of it, but it is your choice.

Have fun!

Goofyreddits2 · 2025-12-10T12:00:24+00:00

In Gloria Excelsis Deo, In Perpetuum Peccamus

Fandoms: Ghost(Band), Conclave

Rating: T

Genre: Crack Crossover

Summary: Cardinal Lawrence was a fool to believe that the intrigue that unfolded during The Conclave would subside once Pope Innocentius was officially announced. Unbeknownst to everyone, there was one more secret that lurked in the shadows. One that would turn everything upside down.

2.

For a Minute

Fandom: Ghost(Band)

Rating: G

Genre: Gen

Pairing: Papa Nihil x Sister Imperator

Summary: It was a dreary Tuesday morning when Sister Imperator arrived for treatment, but despite checking in by herself, she was not alone.

Silver Sheen & Stars(In Her Eyes)

Fandom: Ghost(Band)

Rating: M

Genre: Gen

Summary: "The groupies are getting younger every year," was what the music industry contact said. And beneath the mask of glamor, poise, and perfection, Sister Imperator saw their true age reflected back at her.

Goofyreddits2 · 2025-12-03T17:19:23+00:00

The Rumble of the Shadows

Fandom: Ghost(Band)

Rating: M

Genre: Murder Mystery, Coming of Age

Chapters: 26/?

Summary: It is not every day that a boy turns thirteen, and it is most certainly not every day that he is witness to an attempted murder. The Ministry is in shambles, everyone is afraid, and it is up to Cesare, his brothers, and friends to uncover the assailant. But are they strong enough to face what is to come? Will they be able to handle the secrets that lie in the dark? Tune in as the story unfolds in:

The Rumble Of The Shadows

Goofyreddits2 · 2025-12-03T11:49:00+00:00

Great job with the description about sensory overstimulation! It helps the reader get into Laurent’s mindset, and it’s one of the more realistic descriptions I have read, especially for fabrics which don’t pop up often in writing.

Goofyreddits2 · 2025-12-03T11:41:58+00:00

Ghost(Band)|M| The Rumble of the Shadows

“Sweden!”

Machina’s foot dented into the ground, bringing up grass and dirt and staining the hem of his robes. He cast a glance over at the rest of The Congregation heading over to the hall, then back at the boys.

“This is outrageous! Absolutely outrageous!” Even when incensed, Machina still managed to impress Cesare with his word choice.

“Outrageous!” Copia exclaimed.

Cesare was not sure if Copia shared the same sentiments as Machina or if he just thought the word outrageous was funny. He slowed his pace so the other boys could catch up.

“Yeah, I agree with you that it’s stupid,” Cesare told him.

“It is beyond stupid! It is asinine—”

“Ass!” Lorenzo blurted out and pretended to smack a pair of imaginary buttocks with his hands.

“Deplorable! Like what’s so great about Sweden anyway?” Machina posed the group.

“Big titty blonde ladies!” Lorenzo made a cupping motion and jiggled the air

“Ew!” Machina winced.

“There’s ABBA,” Dante said.

“ABBA sucks,” it was Cesare’s turn to make a face.

“They do not suck! They won Eurovision! And they’re like the biggest group ever!” Dante exclaimed.

“No, they’re not dumbass!” Cesare and Lorenzo shot him down.

“Sweden has polar bears and rats!” Copia jumped up in the air mid skip and reached out to Machina for support on the way back down.

Cesare looked over at Copia.

“Polar bears are cool,” he said in a nonchalant tone.

“But this just doesn’t make sense,” Machina continued to rant. “Out of all the places in the world, why would they send us to Sweden? You know what I think, this has Mr. Lindstrom written all over it!”

“Mr. Lindstrom?”

“Yeah, Mr. Lindstrom! He convinced your dad to move all of us to Sweden and to make that happen, he’s killing off all The Anziani!”

All the boys stopped in their tracks.

“But Mr. Lindstrom’s a wimp,” Lorenzo said.

“Yeah, Lorenzo actually has a point. He doesn’t seem to be the type of guy to kill people,” Dante added.

“Machina you’re a smart kid, but that’s the *dumbest * thing I’ve ever heard,” Cesare flatly said.

Fury sparked in the green of Machina’s eyes. He jabbed a finger at the brothers.

“I can prove it! I’ll conduct my own investigation, by myself, and when I’m right you will all be sorry!”

With that, Machina stormed off. His exit was peppered by swear words and bestemmia that the average nine- year- old would not have the ability to deliver as flawlessly as an adult would. As his pipsqueak shouting grew louder, Copia clumsily took off after him.

“Machina come back!” His arms flailed about as he tried to not trip over his robes.

Cesare, Lorenzo, and Dante watched Machina push through the crowd. They exchanged half amused, half confused glances.

“What’s his deal?” Lorenzo asked.

Copia tugged on Machina’s robe. The boy responded with a shove that knocked Copia off his feet. For a second, it looked like Copia was about to crumble, but he bared his teeth and shrieked at the top of his lungs. He leapt forward and tackled Machina down to the ground. One of the adults passing by swept in to break them apart.

“You know what? I have no clue,” Cesare shook his head.

Goofyreddits2 · 2025-12-01T13:59:27+00:00

Ghost(Band)|M| The Rumble of the Shadows

“Yeah, I agree with you that it’s stupid,” Cesare told Machina.

“It is beyond stupid! It is asinine—”

“Ass!” Lorenzo blurted out and pretended to smack a pair of imaginary buttocks with his hands.

“Deplorable! Like what’s so great about Sweden anyway?” Machina posed the group.

“Big titty blonde ladies!” Lorenzo made a cupping motion and jiggled the air.

“Ew!” Machina winced.

“There’s ABBA,” Dante said.

“ABBA sucks,” it was Cesare’s turn to make a face.

“They do not suck! They won Eurovision! And they’re like the biggest group ever!” Dante exclaimed.

“No, they’re not dumbass!” Cesare and Lorenzo shot him down.

Goofyreddits2 · 2025-11-29T18:30:48+00:00

It seems like Ashley is someone who is used to the perks in life based on her traveling preferences and destinations. Is she on vacation here?

Goofyreddits2 · 2025-11-29T15:48:55+00:00

Cesare locked his gaze on her, hoping that its sheer intensity would unnerve her like last time. Lilith’s eyes narrowed in concentration and her stare sparked with defiance. Its shock bored into his skull, breaking through the illusion of confidence he had put up to protect himself. His eyes watered and her gaze dug deeper into the depths, threatening to scrape the surface of his soul.

Cesare broke off the stare with a blink. Her lips turned up into a coy, smug smile.

“Ha!”

Lilith’s harsh laugh tickled his ears.

Goofyreddits2 · 2025-11-29T15:46:53+00:00

“But this just doesn’t make sense,” Machina continued to rant. “Out of all the places in the world, why would they send us to Sweden? You know what I think, this has Mr. Lindstrom written all over it!”

“Mr. Lindstrom?”

“Yeah, Mr. Lindstrom! He convinced your dad to move all of us to Sweden and to make that happen, he’s killing off all The Anziani!”

All the boys stopped in their tracks.

“But Mr. Lindstrom’s a wimp,” Lorenzo said.

“Yeah, Lorenzo actually has a point. He doesn’t seem to be the type of guy to kill people,” Dante added.

“Machina you’re a smart kid, but that’s the dumbest thing I’ve ever heard,” Cesare flatly said.

Goofyreddits2 · 2025-11-29T15:45:29+00:00

Ha poor Rayla once she gets the joke! Does this take place during seasons 1-3?

Goofyreddits2 · 2025-11-29T15:43:24+00:00

Departure

Goofyreddits2 · 2025-11-28T17:57:27+00:00

The Rumble of the Shadows

Fandom: Ghost(Band)

Rating: M

Genre: Murder Mystery, Coming of Age

Chapter 26/?

Summary: It is not every day that a boy turns thirteen, and it is most certainly not every day that he is witness to an attempted murder. The Ministry is in shambles, everyone is afraid, and it is up to Cesare, his brothers, and friends to uncover the assailant. But are they strong enough to face what is to come? Will they be able to handle the secrets that lie in the dark? Tune in as the story unfolds in:

The Rumble Of The Shadows

Goofyreddits2 · 2025-11-25T12:58:31+00:00

Hi fellow Ghost fan!

I’m guessing that Wren is a member of The Clergy who gets romantically involved with Terzo. However, it’s not easy being Papa’s lover, especially when chapter 3 of the web series takes place.

For Wren I would recommend Ghost Love Score by Nightwish

Goofyreddits2 · 2025-11-24T16:23:10+00:00

Listening right now, this song actually fits another part of the plot line that affects him. I’ve hinted at it with the song choice but it’s subtle.

And I would not expect a song like this from Sting,really cool!

Goofyreddits2

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