Beyond the spotlights (Velvet and Veneer x Fem!Reader)

first day (1)

A/N: never in my life would I think I'd them attractive now here I am writing a fanfic of them cause I can't find other fics of them 🙁

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You were surprised to have landed a job offer from the hottest sensation in Mount Rageous, Velvet and Veneer. The pop stars had everyone in a chokehold. Almost everyone in Mount Rageous would die just to see their concerts. You weren't surprised really, their voices were enchanting and beautiful.

What did surprise you though was getting a job offer from them, to be their personal bodyguard. You'd think with all that money they have they'd rather hire someone much more skilled. But no, they chose you. You've been a bodyguard for other celebrities before, but not on their level.

The pay was generous, your responsibility was straightforward, you had to follow them everywhere they go and to ensure their safety from any potential threat. It would just be like your other jobs you've had before. You've already made up you're mind, you'd accept the job. You received the offer a few days ago, today was the day you'd meet the siblings themselves.

And so, here you found yourself, facing a towering, vibrant building. You take deep breath, you were never usually this nervous, you must be nervous due to the fact you've never had to work with such pop stars before. You shook your head to dispel the nerves, finally taking a step forward into the building. And almost immediately, a staff member approaches, asking if you were the new bodyguard. All you could do was nod before being dragged away.

You were led to a secluded part of the building, a hallway with many doors to whatever leads to. Finally, you and the staff member came to a halt at a certain door. She knocked, it was silent for a moment, then the door opens. You both were met with what seems to be Velvet and Veneers small assistant.

"You're finally here, come in!"

Crimps meek voice barely heard, you walked inside to what seemed to be the dressing room. Crimp closed the door behind you and rushes away to a certain part of the room. You take in your surrounding, the room was pink, a table with various makeups, a closet, and finally the white couch where Velvet and Veneer sat. Locking eye contact with both the siblings, you couldn't help but notice the subtle glare in their deep blue eyes.

"This is the new bodyguard I hired like you told me, she's um- everything you asked for I believe."

Crimp says, a slight waver fear in her voice. She looks up at the pop stars like she's waiting for them to unleash their wrath on her any moment. Despite usually being at ease when it comes to detailing your skills and promising their safety, you felt an odd sense of hesitance holding you back. If it was any other celebrity you wouldn't have a problem, But no, it felt like you lost your voice. The siblings scrutinized you from head to toe, Velvet raises her eyebrow and stands up.

A subtle hum escapes Velvets lips as she approaches you, her intense gaze still fixed on you. Veneer watched, a small smile of amusement appear on his face. Velvet stood right in front of you, eyes scanning your form. "Not bad," She remarked, her tone carrying a condescending edge. "You'll do." She looks at you one more time before turning away, leaving somewhat tension in the air.

"Anyways, don't we have like an interview in 2 hours?"

Velvet's nonchalant tone resonated as she walks towards the table and claiming a seat in front of it. Her hard gaze shifted to Crimp, Crimp slightly jumps and rushes to the closet to get two sets of clothes. "Right! It's time to get ready." Crimp brings a set of clothes for both Velvet and Veneer.

Veneer scoffs and stands up and strolls towards where Velvet sat as well. He took a seat and rested his legs on top of the table. "She's so forgetful, it's annoying." Veneer sneers, Velvet agrees and then goes on to insult Crimp. You found yourself still standing next to the door, watching the siblings get ready for the interview. Honestly you weren't surprised by their behavior, it wasn't your first time seeing a celebrity change their personality whenever they're behind closed doors.

Soon the superstars were all dressed up adorned in expensive clothes and makeup. You felt pity for Crimp though, she did all the work, poor girl was exhausted...

"We have to perform a song after the interview right?" Velvet asks while touching up her purple lipstick through the mirror. Crimp was quick to confirm it, a sly smirk appears on Velvets lips. She grabs a purple diamond shaped perfume. "Alright then, let's do this one last time for today hm?" Velvets words carry a teasing tone.

You couldn't help but curiously look at the perfume, squinting your eyes once you notice what seems to be something moving inside the bottle. Your eyes slightly widen as realization dawns you, was that... A troll? Many questions ran through your mind on why the pop stars had captured a troll and imprisoned him. "N-No, I can't- I'm too weak!" The troll pleaded for mercy, yet the siblings did not care. Velvet sprayed the perfume all over her body, almost immediately after she lets out the most mesmerizing singing voice you've heard.

Velvet takes a deep breath and a satisfying smile graces her lips. She tosses the perfume to her brother who looked at the troll with a hint of pity. Veneer sprayed the perfume on him and mirroring his sisters smile. He tosses the bottle on the table, the troll grunting at the fall. All you could do was watch in shock, you knew they had secrets, like every celebrity, but this caught you completely off guard. Velvet seemingly sensing your shock turns her attention to you with an intense gaze.

"I'm sure you're well aware of the requirements for the job right? Or do I have to fire you already?"

Velvet questioned you, she approached you with deliberate steps. You regained your composure, you straightened your back. She's right, when the job was offered to you there was a requirement that explicitly stated on not to reveal anything about the pop stars to the public eye, even if it was something small. By now Velvet stood right in front of you, challenging eyes meet yours. "Yes, that's right, I'm well aware." You finally replied, meeting her gaze, her hands resting on her hips. "Good," she opened the door beside you to leave, but she turned to you. "What was your name again?"

"Y/N."

Velvets lingering gaze stayed on you for a moment before leaving. Veneer trailing behind her, casts a glance to you, a subtle worry in his eyes. He walked pass you, you look one last time at the perfume bottle, the troll looking at you with pleading eyes. A twinge of guilt tighten within you. You turned away leaving the room to follow the siblings. You were in no place to help the troll anyway.

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You and the siblings arrived at the interview, you stayed behind the scenes as they get interviewed.

"We wouldn't be here right now if it weren't for the hours of practice and hard work we had to endure, but it was all worth it in the end." Velvet boasted, veneer nods, he then goes on to say how it was hard on the both of them. You couldn't help but raise an eyebrow, they were good at keeping this act up.

After a few hours the interview and the performance was over, it was time to bring them home. You quietly followed behind them, listening to them rant. "Today was way too tiring, I cannot wait to get home!" Veneer whines, Velvet agreed and joined his rant, both going on a rant on complaining about the things that happened today.

Now all 3 of you stood waiting for their ride home. "Omg, where's our car? I can't stand being here any longer." Velvet's frustration bubbles up, you couldn't help but close your eyes. You felt... Bored. Their constant whines did nothing but bore you. Velvet turned to you, her eyes hardening. "You look bored, are you bored?" She asks, fully turning to you with crossed arms.

"I-"

"Don't worry, we'll put you to good work tomorrow." Velvet's smirk deepened, Veneer chimed with a small laugh, his gaze lingering on you with a hint of mischief. You take a deep breath. You could only wonder what they'll have in store for you tomorrow...

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A/N: boring ass chapter, ill try and do more for the next one 😓