þórsdagr: Old Age

[doreyg.livejournal.com]

Good morning! I’m doreyg, yet again, and today's theme is Old Age. Prompts today should focus around characters who are 50+ (which isn't exactly old, of course, but counts as such for ease of prompting today) - this can involve characters who are 50+ in canon, your characters aged up or even your characters imagining what they'll be like when they're older.

Just a few rules:
No more than five prompts in a row.
No more than three prompts in the same fandom.
Use the character's full names and fandom's full name for ease adding to the Lonely Prompts spreadsheet.
No spoilers in prompts for a month after airing, or use the spoiler cut option found here.
If your fill contains spoilers, warn and leave plenty of space, or use the above mentioned spoiler cut.

Prompts should be formatted as follows: [Use the character's full names and fandom's full name]
Fandom, Character +/ Character, Prompt

Some distinguished examples...
+ The Flash (TV)/Batman (comics), Henry Allen/Alfred Pennyworth, they bond over their ridiculous superhero children
+ Ant-Man (2015), Hank Pym/Scott Lang, it must be love
+ Unbeatable Squirrel Girl (comics), Doreen Green/Nancy Whitehead, in the future they’re little old grandmas who solve crime

We are now using AO3 to bookmark filled prompts. If you fill a prompt and post it to AO3 please add it to the Bite Sized Bits of Fic from 2016 collection. See further notes on this new option here.

Not feeling any of today’s prompts? Check out the just created Lonely Prompts Spreadsheet. For more recent prompts to write, you can also use LJ’s advanced search options to limit keyword results to only comments in this community.

While the Lonely Prompts Spreadsheet and LJ's advanced search options are available, bookmarking the links of prompts you like might work better for searching for in the future.

Have fun!

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[megan-moonlight.livejournal.com]

Marvel Cinematic Universe, Phil Coulson/Clint Barton, it's Phil's 60th birthday, Clint prepared a surprise for him, and Phil thinks about the first time Clint cooked for him

[doreyg.livejournal.com]

Batman Beyond, Bruce Wayne/Terry McGinnis, Now we can go back to living in sin in peace.

[doreyg.livejournal.com]

Star Wars: TFA, Luke Skywalker/Kylo Ren, just an old fool in love

[doreyg.livejournal.com]

The Flash (TV)/Batman (comics), Henry Allen/Alfred Pennyworth, they bond over their ridiculous superhero children

[doreyg.livejournal.com]

Ant-Man (2015), Hank Pym/Scott Lang, it must be love

[doreyg.livejournal.com]

Unbeatable Squirrel Girl (comics), Doreen Green/Nancy Whitehead, in the future they’re little old grandmas who solve crime

[bugeyedmonster.livejournal.com]

I don't read that comic, but I know of the characters. They would be like two little old Miss Marples, or like "Rosemary and Thyme".

[badfalcon.livejournal.com]

Stargate SG1, Jack O'Neill/Daniel Jackson, experience

Fill 1/2

[nagi-schwarz.livejournal.com]

After decades in military service, from black ops to trips through wormholes to other planets and even other galaxies, Jack O'Neill was experienced in the ways of surprise. So when he dropped by Stargate Command, bringing a delegation from Washington to witness the wonders of alien technology to assess just how to declassify the program and make it public, he was ready for anything: foothold situation, Wraith attack, Vala zooming through the corridors on rollerblades. In fact, he was praying for something just like that so he could be free from tour guide duties.

He headed up toward the briefing room where he heard Mitchell's voice, a stream of Capitol Hill ducklings trailing behind him. It would be good for them to see the famed SG-1 in action.

Jack stepped into the briefing room. Vala was leaning forward, chin in her hands, looking extremely bored and yawning pointedly at the presenter in the front of the room. Jack didn't know the kid, but he looked familiar. The SGC was recruiting them younger and younger these days. Landry was looking between Carter and Mitchell, who were debating fiercely. There was no sign of Daniel.

Jack lifted a hand to wave. "Hi. Just dropping by with the delegation from Washington, thought I'd introduce them to our flagship team."

Carter lit up. "Hey, sir. Good to see you."

"O'Neill. Indeed." Teal'c was standing in the corner, arms crossed across his chest.

And then a sixteen-year-old boy leaned in and kissed Jack on the cheek. "Hey, Jack," he said, and resumed his position in the front of the room. "So this planet could have a valuable source of trinium, and I think it's worth checking out."

Jack was a military veteran. He was experienced in all kinds of strangeness. He was pretty impressed with himself for not freaking out and hauling off and socking the kid across the face.

There were several sharply indrawn breaths just behind him.

DADT had been repealed. Nothing wrong here. Except for the fact that the kid was sixteen.

He was skinny and narrow in the shoulders, and wearing blue BDU's that were long enough for him but otherwise just far too big. He had dark blond hair and glasses and was gesticulating enthusiastically.

[badfalcon.livejournal.com]

NCIS, Gibbs/DiNozzo, not as young as he used to be

Filled

[truthwritaslies.livejournal.com]

Tony knows he's not as young as he used to be. He's just past the wrong end of forty and while he doesn't mind so much the respect his years in NCIS have granted him among the younger agents or the tempering experience has done to his personality, he worries about other things.

He knows he's no longer the fresh-faced, pretty-young-thing that had practically handed Gibbs an autographed copy of Tony's daddy-issues and begged (silently but still begged) for Gibbs to step into that roll for him. He's glad now that Gibbs never had. Not really.

The respect Gibbs had given him and the high expectations had done more to sort Tony out then anything else he'd ever had and it was only when Tony had exceeded those expectations that Gibbs had given even a hint that he might have caught the other signals Tony had been throwing him.

And it's been so good, the last ten years. So good that Tony can't help but worry. He's seen the looks younger agents have shot Gibbs, the comments just toeing the line of improper. Gibbs is gorgeous, smart, brave, strong and as honest as his job will allow him to be. Who wouldn't want him?

Tony can see the wrinkles around his eyes growing deeper with every passing year, the subtle start of sagging in the flesh of his jaw that would easily turn jowly if he allowed himself to indulge the way his father had. The ever so tiny start of a beer belly no matter how much he worked out.

The more he looked in the mirror the more imperfections appeared and when he compared himself to the younger agents he had trouble understanding what Gibbs saw in him.

Strong arms with warm calloused hands circle him from behind. He catches Gibbs's eyes in the mirror. There's sawdust still clinging to his hair.

"Hello, Beautiful." Gibbs says.

Tony may not see what Gibbs sees, but there is no lie in the easy words and, for the moment, it is enough to set aside his insecurities.

Tony is not as young as he once was but he'll hold onto what he has as long as he can.

[evil-little-dog.livejournal.com]

Fullmetal Alchemist, Edward Elric+/Winry Rockbell+Alphonse Elric, Memories of days long gone

[evil-little-dog.livejournal.com]

The Raven Cycle (Maggie Stiefvater), Richard Gansey III, He's sure he'll never get old

[evil-little-dog.livejournal.com]

The X-Files, Dana Scully, Immortality

[brumeier.livejournal.com]

Stargate Atlantis, John Sheppard/Rodney McKay, planning retirement

[brumeier.livejournal.com]

Any, Any, first grandchild

Fill: Call the Midwife, Jenny Lee

[dreammaidenn.livejournal.com]

Hush a Bye Baby

In her lifetime Jenny has been witness of many births, more than she can count with her hands. When she had her own daughter she finally understood completely the women she had helped to bring their babies to the world and into their arms, and back then she thought it was understandable the relief and the tears and the permanent smile they couldn't hide. The one she wore permanently as she saw her daughter give her first steps, say her first word and every day she grew bigger, more beautiful and smart.

She thought she would never feel something similar, Jenny was very wrong.

The tiny bundle stirs in her arms, the little girl looks serene and Jenny is filled with a peaceful feeling she hasn't felt in years. Her granddaughter is responsible for a variety of new feelings she's experiencing now.

Turns out grandkids can make you the happiest woman in the world, and that you'll love them unconditionally just like your own kids.

Jenny begins a lullaby she learned when she was a young nurse, softly singing to the girl she holds close and dearly.

[brumeier.livejournal.com]

Forever, Henry Morgan/Abe, watching your son age while you don't

Fill: (Drabble)

[thesmallhobbit.livejournal.com]

Of course Henry knew what it was like to be 70, he’d been there himself. But there again he didn’t. Abe had aches and pains, and was slowing up; not that he’d admit it. Henry had no difficulty doing the things he’d always done. Abe visited old friends in hospital when they fell sick. Henry had never been able to stay in touch with people for long enough for that to happen, and reports in newspapers about people he’d once been close to never felt the same. Abe experienced life as it was supposed to be. Henry was an anomaly.

[tigriswolf]

Highlander, Methos, he's perfected the art of acting like a 20-something so it always shocks whoever's near when he drops it and lets his true age show

[hanorganaas.livejournal.com]

Star Wars, Han Solo/Leia Organa, Surprisingly even in their sixities they still have the sex drive they did in their 20s

[classics-lover.livejournal.com]

Assassin's Creed Revelations, Ezio Auditore/Sofia Sartor, (post canon) she hates the comments she hears from passersby when they step out together

[classics-lover.livejournal.com]

Star Trek (TOS), (Kirk +/) McCoy +/ Spock, he (or they) will live as long as that green blooded hobgoblin does, or die trying

[classics-lover.livejournal.com]

Any fandom with a dog, any + dog, being secretly jealous that in dog years they are the same age but the dog is in better condition

[classics-lover.livejournal.com]

MCU, Bruce Banner, The Other Guy doesn't age

Filled

[truthwritaslies.livejournal.com]

He'd laugh if it wasn't so very sad. It's like The Picture Of Dorian Gray come to life, only the painting is alive and can feel the pain of every sin sketched into his skin.

Bruce is almost seventy and he's not sure how many more transformations he can take before his body gives out on him.

Ironically, the Other Guy hasn't aged a day and He's got digital evidence to back up that claim. Bruce wonders if he should just let the Other Guy stay and have the rest of their natural life. Just "forget" to turn back and save the both of them from the life he's currently living. He doesn't know if he can die of natural causes or if the Other Guy's functional immortality holds true for him too.

(Bruce won't admit it, even to himself, that he's terrified of ending up like Tithonus: immortal but too old and infirm to do much of anything but lie in bed and beg for death that will not come.)

[classics-lover.livejournal.com]

Doctor Who, any Doctor + any Companion, the human(s) keep him young at heart, even when he feels all his years

[marlex.livejournal.com]

MCU, Steve Rogers/Darcy Lewis, Steve physically reaches the age he was chronologically when he was awoken from the ice

[marlex.livejournal.com]

Wreck-It Ralph, Ralph + Vanelope + any, his game reaches 50

[marlex.livejournal.com]

The Walking Dead, Daryl Dixon/Beth Green, few people reach the age of 50 anymore

[marlex.livejournal.com]

any, any, reaching the age of 150

Fill: Star Trek (AOS), Chris Pike/Phil Boyce/Number One

[megan-moonlight.livejournal.com]

I hope Star Trek (AOS) is okay.
_____

Chris grimaced as soon as he got up, feeling aching in his shoulder and back. Well, it could have been worse. He was just lucky he was still alive. Sighing, he walked up to the door quietly, but before he left the room, he looked at the bed again.

Phil was lying on his back, the comforter wrapped securely around him, just as Christ left it. He was snoring quietly, mouth slightly open, his thin, silver hair ruffled. He looked peaceful and comfortable.

One was snuggled against Phil, her head pillowed on his shoulder. She had her arm wrapped around his waist loosely, her long hair falling on her shoulder and the pillow, her lips curled in a soft smile.

Only after Phil moved a bit, uncovering his left shoulder, Chris noticed a small wet spot on Phil’s rumpled shirt, right between his shoulder and neck, a place where Chris’ head was pillowed about ten minutes earlier. He really hoped Phil wouldn’t notice it – Phil teased him about drooling more than enough.

They both looked gorgeous. And warm, too. For a few seconds Chris considered getting back to bed, snuggling against Phil again and wrapping his fingers around One’s hand, which was now lying on Phil’s chest. That was not a part of the plan, though.

It was Phil’s 150th birthday and Chris woke up earlier (doesn’t matter how much One teased him, he could wake up early when he was motivated enough) to surprise Phil and One with breakfast in bed. He even managed not to wake them up when he got up, of which he was quite proud, since they were both light sleepers.

It was a warm morning, and when Chris entered the kitchen, he inhaled deeply. Retirement wasn’t as bad after all. He ordered three plates of scrambled eggs, fruits, coffee for himself and orange juice for Phil and One, and chocolate muffins Phil loved. He put everything on the tray, admiring his work for a few seconds, before getting back to the bedroom.

Phil and One were still asleep when the door slid open, so Chris put the tray on the bedside table, sat down on the bed and pressed a gentle kiss to Phil’s lips.

The man groaned quietly as he opened his eyes, but a small smile appeared on his face as soon as he looked at him, making Chris smile back. “Morning, birthday boy,” he said before leaning forward to kiss One, who smiled against his lips after a second, reaching to touch his cheek with one hand.

When Phil and One leaned back against the headboard Chris placed the tray on Phil’s lap. Only then he noticed that the man was smirking at him.

“Thanks, kid.”

One snorted at the comment, but it quickly turned into a giggle when Chris just shook his head. “Kid? Really?”

“Apparently,” One winked at Chris before she put one hand on Phil’s cheek, turning his head to look into his eyes. “Happy birthday, Phil,” she said as she leaned in, touching her lips to his.

Chris smiled, raising Phil’s hand to his lips, kissing the knuckles gently. “Happy birthday.”