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Slice of Life: Weird
In which Javier does a very good job of not acting like a jealous idiot, but Kevin is bit of a boob and somehow they almost wind up having a fight anyway. Life AU. Zombies. Slash, Ryan/Esposito.Castle, T, English, Romance & Humor, words: 832, favs: 2, follows: 2, 11/27/2015, [Javier E., Kevin R.]
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Grimm Reflections »
A close call on the job exposes a hidden world that has always existed just out of sight―and leaves Kevin Ryan viewing the people closest to him in a whole new light... Sequel to "Until Lambs Become Lions". Slash, Ryan/Esposito. WIPCastle & Grimm, T, English, Romance & Fantasy, chapters: 7, words: 20k+, favs: 23, follows: 27, updated: 8/30/2015 published: 2/9/2015, [Kevin R., Javier E.] Nick B., Hank G.
1 Slice of Life: Burned
Though post-vitals were resistant to many forms of disease, there were numerous minor indignities Javier still had to worry about. Life AU. Zombies. Slash, Ryan/Esposito.Castle, K+, English, Humor & Romance, words: 642, favs: 4, follows: 1, 8/30/2015, [Javier E., Kevin R.]
1The Magician
"If you want to know where a man's future will lead, you have to know where he's been..." A fateful encounter leaves Kevin Ryan with two futures foretold—the one that he hopes for, and another that he fears. Unfortunately for him, both lie down the same path. Fantasy AU. Gen. Pre-series.Castle, T, English, Fantasy & Drama, words: 4k+, favs: 4, follows: 10, 10/27/2014, Kevin R.
1 Mirage
During the Puck's mischievous rampage in Demona's service, Goliath wasn't the only one given a glimpse of something he would never have.Gargoyles, T, English, Angst & Fantasy, words: 1k+, favs: 10, follows: 1, 2/13/2014, Lexington, Puck, Brooklyn, OC
4 Natalis Solis Invicti
Some things simply defied easy definition... (Written for IsisKitsune's wing!fic prompt on almosthumantv.) Slash, John/Dorian.Almost Human, T, English, Sci-Fi & Angst, words: 2k+, favs: 21, follows: 1, 2/4/2014, [John K., Dorian] Rudy L.
7 Vasa Jijri (Under the Skin) »
4E 179. Short years after the Great War, a lonely half-Nord boy growing up in Dawnstar finds stories, secrets, friendship and family among the Khajiit of the caravans. (Starring OCs and minor NPCs, more notes inside.)Elder Scroll series, T, English, Drama & Family, chapters: 4, words: 33k+, favs: 12, follows: 2, 10/30/2013, OC
2 Of Mice and Men »
In which a city mouse visits the country, which predictably leads to trouble and (in no particular order) revelations, relations and reciprocation, a funeral and a shotgun wedding, and Javier almost gets eaten by a panther. Slash, Javier Esposito/Kevin Ryan.Fables & Castle, T, English, Fantasy & Romance, chapters: 11, words: 30k+, favs: 6, follows: 1, 9/15/2013, [Javier E., Kevin R.] Rose Red, Bigby Wolf
35 Zeitgeist, Volume One: Black Edelweiss »
Two weeks after Claire Bennet's televised leap from the Ferris wheel, the 12th handles it's first case delving into the strange world of specials. Evidence points the investigation toward a former Company Agent, a man Noah Bennet would swear up and down doesn't exist. Pre-slash, Javier Esposito/Kevin Ryan. Follows "One Giant Leap". Complete.Heroes & Castle, M, English, Sci-Fi & Suspense, chapters: 51, words: 117k+, favs: 13, follows: 10, updated: 8/18/2013 published: 10/14/2012, [Javier E., Kevin R.] Noah B./HRG, Sylar/Gabriel G.
2 Slice of Life: Need
Sometimes the strongest thing a person can do is allow themselves to lean on others. Life AU. Slash, Ryan/Esposito.Castle, T, English, Hurt/Comfort & Family, words: 1k+, favs: 7, follows: 2, 7/25/2013, [Javier E., Kevin R.] Rick C.
As True as the Sky
Javier answers Ike's questions about some of the rumors that have been circulating among the NYPD. What results is an examination of ghosts and werewolves; pack and family; fear, control, loyalty, friendship and trust. Follows "Evidence to the Contrary". Background slash, Ryan/Esposito.Castle, T, English, Supernatural & Friendship, words: 3k+, favs: 5, follows: 2, 7/15/2013, [Javier E., Kevin R.]
3 Slice of Life: Possession
Patience was a virtue, but it could also be a vice... Life AU. Zombies. PWP. Slash, Ryan/Esposito.Castle, M, English, Romance & Drama, words: 1k+, favs: 10, follows: 4, 5/13/2013, [Javier E., Kevin R.]
3 Slice of Life: Solo Duet
Life isn't always perfect, but it often doesn't have to be. Life AU. Zombies. PWP. Slash, Ryan/Esposito.Castle, M, English, Romance & Drama, words: 1k+, favs: 7, follows: 3, 5/13/2013, [Javier E., Kevin R.]
1 (Not So) Secret Santa
Though their strange condition had turned out unexpectedly benign, there were still times when Kevin thought the whole werewolf thing was kind of a drag. Follows "Evidence to the Contrary". Slash, Ryan/Esposito.Castle, T, English, Friendship & Supernatural, words: 823, favs: 4, 12/25/2012, [Kevin R., Javier E.] Rick C.
2 Duo In Carne Una
Months after the revelations which challenged everything he knew about his partner—and in the face of his looming wedding—Kevin makes his choice. Slash, Ryan/Esposito. (Sequel to "Sui Generis". Warnings for dubious consent.)Castle, M, English, Horror & Romance, words: 9k+, favs: 10, follows: 2, 12/2/2012, [Javier E., Kevin R.] Jenny oD.
2 Eadem Mutata Resurgo
Most stories have a beginning and an end. Sometimes it's impossible to tell the difference. (Prequel to "Sui Generis".)Castle, T, English, Horror & Angst, words: 1k+, favs: 2, 11/27/2012, Javier E.
3 Until Lambs Become Lions
There are things Javier knows about his partner's wife—ex-wife—that Kevin doesn't. Pre-Slash, Ryan/Esposito. Crossover with the TV show "Grimm", though only Castle characters are featured.Castle, T, English, Supernatural & Romance, words: 2k+, favs: 11, follows: 4, 11/24/2012, [Javier E., Kevin R.] Jenny oD.
3 Ghoulies and Ghosties
It's past midnight on their first Halloween together, and Kevin and Javier are finally ready to talk about it. Sort of. (Halloween story. Sequel to "Trick or Treat") Slash, Ryan/Esposito.Castle, K+, English, Horror & Romance, words: 1k+, favs: 12, follows: 2, 10/29/2012, [Javier E., Kevin R.]
6 Keep What You Kill
Riddick offers answers. Vaako should have been more curious about the questions. Sequel to "Til Underverse Come". Slash, Riddick/VaakoPitch Black / Riddick, T, English, Sci-Fi & Romance, words: 3k+, favs: 87, follows: 22, 10/25/2012, [Commander Vaako, Riddick]
5 Zeitgeist, Prologue: One Giant Leap »
Listen: Javier Esposito has become unstuck in time. Prologue to the "Zeitgeist" trilogy. Pre-slash, Javier Esposito/Kevin Ryan. Also crosses over with NCIS.Heroes & Castle, T, English, Sci-Fi & Suspense, chapters: 2, words: 9k+, favs: 12, follows: 7, updated: 10/7/2012 published: 7/27/2011, [Javier E., Kevin R.] Noah B./HRG, Micah S.
