Theatrical Muse

“The Truth shall set thee free.” Aye, and there’s proof.
“Truth hurts” - and that’s another that is sooth,
But if lies are your foe then understand
The truths of it ‘fore you take sword in hand,
Or draw another weapon, song or pen,
Lest you must fight your war time and again.

Men call such words “truisms” and I know
The world’s a stage and all lives but a show,
But sing of joy or hubris, pride or shames
The listeners have been known by many names,
But labels often seal another lie.
Fame or infamy do not quite apply.

Heed you the truth that surfaces unbidden.
Regard the truth that previously was hidden.
And bear in mind before the music starts.
Liars are enemies within their hearts.
Whatever pain and heartbreak is the cost
Perceive the truth, or know your battle lost.

I’ve thought about such sayings long and long.
Think you the Singer hath no hidden song?

Words, 159

"Ms. Grey, I have a question for you” a young mutant, whom couldn't be more than 14, called out to her as she came down the mansion stairs. So many new students she didn't know, she wondered how many had moved on? Sadly, how many more had given they're life since she had left?

"Yes" She replied with a small smile she didn't feel.

"Have you ever thought about getting married?" The girl spoke fast almost trying to get her words in before she lost the courage. "The other kids are saying you’re a lesbian, that's why you’re not married. I told them you just haven't found the one yet."

Jean's eyes opened wide in shock, "I'm concerned that you and your classmates seem to have not enough studies to keep you occupied."

"Oh Ms. Grey!!! I really didn't mean anything by it, I swear!" The girl pleaded her face reddened by the thought she had offended her teacher.

Jean sighed, she knew the girl didn't mean anything by her words, and she had heard whispers in her classes. "I have been married; I'm surprised no one knows. That's in the past now. Being Phoenix has taken so much from me you will never understand. Things that I don't even know that were mine or if they would've stayed mine...” Jean looked up her eyes glassy with unshed tears the girl had a sad look on her face, but Jean's words were too deep in thought and idea that they were lost on her. She forced a smile if only for the young girl.

"Ok, Ms. Grey. Are you ok?" The girl looked skeptical as she eyed the older woman.

"Yes, very much so." A movement caught her eye; Logan was coming in fresh from a ride on his motorcycle, her breath caught in her throat.

The young girl smiled, so she did have a crush, though hidden. "You should tell him"

"He knows" Jean said softly has she watched him take up the stairs two at a time, almost as if he hadn't seen her but she knew better. A small part of her would get married again, but was that the phoenix or Jean that wanted that?

369 words
Jean Grey/ Phoenix/Xmen

The topic for the week of 25 May - 31 May, 2012 is:

Do/did you want to get married?

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The topic for the week of 18 May - 24 May, 2012 is:

What's your favourite myth?

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The topic for the week of 11 May - 17 May, 2012 is:

Ask a stupid question

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The topic for the week of 4 May - 10 May, 2012 is:

You're in a locked room without a key; how do you get out?

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( Uh-oh! You forgot to do something you were supposed to! Now what? )

Words: 225
Muse: John Kramer AKA Jigsaw
Fandom: Saw

( What time is bed time? )

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Muse: John Kramer AKA Jigsaw
Fandom: Saw

( When did you last get a haircut? )

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Muse: John Kramer AKA Jigsaw
Fandom: Saw

The topic for the week of 27 April - 3 May, 2012 is:

Do you keep to a routine?

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Title: Head Games
Character: Sylar, Candice and Bennet
Genre: Gen
Author: sylar
Fandom: Heroes
Word count: 830
Rating: R - for violence and language
Prompts:
#436 When did you last get a haircut? - theatrical_muse
Notes: Missing scene during Sylar's stay at Club Primatech after Homecoming. Season One snarling Sylar.

What is that sound?

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That’s a really good question actually. My hair is pretty long now. I usually just wear it back and actually don’t think about it a whole lot. My mother is usually the one who cuts my hair. We don’t have an actual barber in District 12, which is not surprising. I think, before the reaping last year, my Mom trimmed my hair, but I haven’t gotten it specifically cut since before my father died, I believe, which was some time ago. Too long ago, actually. Hair is something I’m just used to having. Prim, my little sister, gets regular trims from my mum, but her hair is much prettier than mine anyway, so I’d prefer her to take better care of hers. So, I have had it trimmed recently, but not a significant cut. I don’t think I’d ever want it significantly cut again. I like it the way it is.

Muse: Katniss Everdeen
Fandom: The Hunger Games
Word Count: 151