MCYT Oneshots (Written by AI)

Shattered Shadows (Joel x Etho)

I basically told it to feed my angst addiction, then gave it this ship, happy reading for those angst lovers!

The sun was setting over the lush landscape of Hermitcraft Season 10. Etho and Joel, two of the most talented and respected members, stood on the edge of a cliff, overlooking the expanse of their meticulously crafted world. The orange and purple hues of the sky painted a somber picture, reflecting the unspoken tension between them.

Etho, his face hidden behind his iconic mask, glanced at Joel. They had shared countless adventures, built wonders, and faced adversaries together. But the bond that had grown between them was more than just camaraderie; it was something deeper, more intense, and ultimately, more fragile.

Joel, with his fiery spirit and unwavering determination, had always been the one to push boundaries. He was the spark that ignited their creative endeavors, but that same fire had also led to clashes. Their latest project, a grand castle that was meant to be a symbol of their partnership, had instead become a battleground for their differing visions.

"I can't do this anymore, Etho," Joel said, breaking the silence. His voice was strained, carrying the weight of months of unresolved conflict. "This project, us... it's tearing me apart."

Etho's heart sank, though his expression remained unreadable behind his mask. He had seen this coming, but hearing it out loud made it painfully real. "I know," he replied softly. "But we can still fix this. We just need to communicate better."

Joel shook his head, his eyes reflecting the sorrow he felt. "It's not just about the castle. It's everything. We want different things, Etho. I can't keep pretending that this is going to work."

The words cut deep, and Etho felt a pang of regret. He had always admired Joel's passion, but he had also taken it for granted, assuming they would always find a way through their disagreements. Now, standing on the brink of losing him, Etho realized just how much he had overlooked.

"Joel, I..." Etho struggled to find the right words. "I never meant for it to come to this. You're right, we've had our differences, but I thought we could overcome them."

Joel's gaze softened, but the resolve in his eyes remained. "I care about you, Etho. More than I ever thought possible. But sometimes, caring isn't enough. We can't keep hurting each other like this."

A heavy silence settled between them, filled with the unspoken feelings and shattered dreams. The setting sun cast long shadows, mirroring the darkness that had crept into their relationship.

Finally, Joel turned to leave, his steps heavy with the weight of their shared history. Etho watched him go, his heart breaking with each step. He wanted to call out, to beg Joel to stay, but he knew it would be futile. Some things were beyond repair.

As Joel disappeared into the distance, Etho stood alone on the cliff, the cool evening breeze brushing against his face. The world they had built together seemed to crumble around him, a stark reminder of what they had lost.

In the end, there were no grand gestures, no last-minute reconciliations. Just two broken hearts, destined to remain apart. The sun dipped below the horizon, and the darkness swallowed the land, leaving Etho with nothing but the shattered remnants of what once was.

Sooooo, I wanna feed more of my addiction in the next days, so expect more angsty-ish chapters, this one is probably going to be mild compared to the rest, the others might need TWs, so, beware

Happy reading lovelies!!