After doing some screaming, I have managed to collect my thoughts. Sort of. This was the last episode of season 1, so I’m in mourning, but that also means I can finally rewatch the entire season and see if I missed anything the first time around.

That being said, let’s dive in. Spoilers for Episode 9 of Daredevil: Born Again under the cut.

This Finale was amazing in every way.

Spoilers ahead!

OMG thank you for telling me about the post-credit scene 😭 I, in fact, did not see it because Disney usually gives me the skip credits option when there is a post-credit scene, and I didn’t get it this time. I’m gonna have to edit the Frank point I made ASAP.

Totally agree on the Jessica Jones front. She is, after Matt, my favorite character from the Netflix Marvel Era. Simply because she was so complex and witty and their dynamic was just *chef’s kiss*.

The thing with Heather definitely wasn’t fleshed-out enough. You made such a good point with the ‘weren’t they living together?’ Because yes, she was staying with him, so why wasn’t she there? I feel like she just completely decided she’s done with him and ran into Fisk’s arms, and that could be very interesting if she appears in Season 2 and maybe gets a villain arc or something, and maybe we’ll learn more about her. Or maybe they’ll find a way to get rid of her, depending on where they want to go in Season 2. I haven’t heard any rumors about Heather appearing next season yet, but it would be nice to learn more about her because right now, her storyline feels very unfinished and with a lot of holes that I’d personally like to see filled. But I’d also understand if they killed her off, especially since being in cahoots with Fisk isn’t a very safe job.

Oh yes, it was definitely going back to the roots, and it was such a relief after the bullshit Matt was trying to sell as his new life the entire season. And now everything that happened really makes sense because if we look at it in the greater scope of things, Matt was living a fake life because he was missing his old one, and now that Karen’s back, he’s got a piece of himself back that he’s been missing, and he probably has realized that Foggy would want them to do this together and not apart. As Karen said (I don’t remember her exact words), Foggy believed in him. And now they need each other to get through this, and I think that’s beautiful. Can’t wait for the love triangle to continue though, with Frank definitely set to appear in Season 2, and how Marvel will deal with it. It’s going to be very interesting.

Also totally agree with the Kirsten part! She always tried to see everything from all sides and was trying to be a good and reasonable friend to Matt. Very compassionate. Very patient. Very honest. She was one of those new characters that I felt were actually good for Matt, and I hope we get to see more of her!

I think the overhaul was definitely necessary because you could tell, in the middle, the pacing felt a little off and it didn’t line up with some of the other parts of the show that were already part of the overhaul. You could tell there were several ideas and scenes stitched together, but bringing back some of the OGs to work on this really paid off in the last two episodes and if looked at as a whole, it works now because now it makes sense. Loose ends were tied up, and those that weren’t will be tied up on Season 2 because obviously they need us to be excited for that, too. The weekly release of the episodes kind of made it feel wrong at times, but I believe with a final rewatch it will feel much better. They all did a good job and I think they deserve some recognition for that.

Anyway, I love LOVE your reblogs of my thoughts!! And sorry for rambling, I just can’t get over this show 😭

Ramble away my friend. I love reading what everyone is thinking about the new season. Especially since I wasn't really part of the fandom when it was on netflix and now, I get to see everyone being as excited as I am live.

A bit like the 50th anniversary special of Doctor Who when it was broadcasted worldwide. It was amazing!!!

I have to say, I missed this feeling of being of the edge of my seat waiting for the next episode.

2026 can't come soon enough !

After doing some screaming, I have managed to collect my thoughts. Sort of. This was the last episode of season 1, so I’m in mourning, but that also means I can finally rewatch the entire season and see if I missed anything the first time around.

That being said, let’s dive in. Spoilers for Episode 9 of Daredevil: Born Again under the cut.

This Finale was amazing in every way.

Spoilers ahead!

I wrote down my thoughts while watching this time, so you’ll get the full picture toward the end of this post. Before I get into it, I just want to add that you could tell this was episode part of the rewrite and, in my opinion, it felt so much better paced. I have no doubts that episode 9 is gonna make Season 1 go out with a bang next week.

Spoilers for episode 8 of Daredevil: Born Again under the cut.

First, I agree with all of it.

The Devil’s Bargain || Chapter 1: The Illusion of Freedom

Pairing: Matt Murdock x fem!reader

Word Count: 4k

Summary: Snippets of Reader’s life as she worked for Wesley and Fisk.

Warnings/tags:, None in particular for this chapter. Canon typical violence. Mainly angst.

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ONE MORE DAY

Pairings: Dean Winchester x Plus-sized!Reader (Latina)

Summary: You and Dean take a beat to de-stress with a nice hot shower.

AN: Surprise! I know I said this was coming on Friday, but I rearranged my posting schedule so I decided to drop this one early.

Finally, another little story for the Midnight Espresso-verse! This one is going in chronological order, shortly after the end of In Bad Weather, in which she and Dean have retired from hunting, gotten married, and have a family. 💜

(Oh yeah, for those who read If I Stay, their son is also named "Robbie" in this storyverse. 😂)

Posted on Patreon: 3/18/2025

Word Count: 2K

Tags/Warnings: 18+ only! Shower smut. Established relationship (married!), grumpy middle-aged Dean, fluff, and a slight twist.~

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Dean’s body tenses under the hot spray of the shower head. His humming stops, his head tilts, and his awareness sharpens in the way that only thirty years of honed hunting reflexes can’t dim, even after ten years of retirement.

The bathroom door creaks and shuts, oh so quietly.

🔥🔥🔥🔥🔥🥵🥵🥵

First off, shower scene is chef's kiss.

That line right there is my favorite 🤭. Never heard of that one before but it's one I would love to use in the future.

And most importantly, the idea of 53 year old Dean Winchester warms my heart in so many ways. Because he deserved those "one more day[s]" in retirement.

Also, am I crazy for loving the idea of Dean being a father once again in his fifties? I mean, if the show had let him live that effing rebar, he would have most likely be a dad in his late forties, early fifties. Which in these days, it's not unheard of.

But yeah, I don't know what you have planned for those two in the future, just know I'm completely on board with Dean going through fatherhood again in his fifties.

Break Into My Heart

Chapter 50: Heavy Is The Crown

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Beth, sweetheart, please don't do this! Be safe, my love.

I agree with Matt and Kris, I don't want her near Fisk but...I'm also curious on how it's all gonna turn out in the end.

Also Bret for the win, my guy is sharp...Good detective work on his part.

Can't wait for the next chapter!

[[and then I met you || ch. 34]]

Series: Daredevil || Pairing: Matt Murdock x Fem!Reader || Rating: Explicit

Summary:

A one-night stand years ago gave you a daughter and you are now able to put a name to her father – Matthew Murdock. Everything is about to change again as you navigate trying to integrate your life with that of the handsome and charming blind lawyer’s while Matt realizes he needs to not only protect his new family from Hell's Kitchen, but from the world.

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It is not often that you get a night to yourself. 

Usually, once you get Minnie down, you dive into your laptop to clock into work, but tonight there is server maintenance, and you are free to do as you please. You wish you had checked your e-mail before Matt had given himself over to the streets of Hell’s Kitchen, but alas, you did not think that far ahead. 

🔥🔥🔥 Oh, I'm loving this. I love how reader is getting more comfortable around Matt, less anxious. Or maybe the horniness acted as a buffer. Nonetheless, I loved seeing this side of her.

Also, sub Matt is the best Matt. 😏🤤😉

IF I STAY - Part 1

Pairing: Dean Winchester x Plus-Sized!Reader

Summary: Your dream is to work with kids as an elementary school teacher. Dean is well on his way to becoming a firefighter, keeping things light and “strings unattached” as he goes. After a one-night stand you never saw coming, you and Dean are forced to deal with the consequences…and figure out if the connection between you is worth fighting for.

AN: Yes, here’s another firefighter AU! Based on a request from one of my lovely Patreon members: @redhoodieone. She requested pretty much all the major beats of this story, so hopefully I did her request justice! This is also partially inspired by Fools Rush In, a beautiful movie with Salma Hayek and Matthew Perry (Rest in Peace, King).

Song Inspo: “I Can’t Help Falling in Love” by Elvis

Word Count: 8.7K

Tags/Warnings: 18+ only! Smut, thick thirty, hints of body insecurity, but also body appreciation, angst, and hurt/comfort.

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Part 1: Fools Rush In

Slowly, your eyes slide open into the waking world. Your head is resting on something warm, firm…and a little sweaty. You pick your head up, despite the disorienting, muddy feeling of a slight hangover.

A groan bubbles in your throat. Your gaze travels downward, and you realize that what you’re looking at is more of a who.

Your eyes widen. Oh…my…God…

Not only are you very naked, but your firm pillow is too. It happens to be your best friend’s brother.

Yes, holy fucking shit! You slept with your best friend’s brother.

Oh, I'm loving this! Dean and Plus sized reader, is my favorite pairing! Always.

Also this line might be favorite:

The way I cackled and thought, "girl, please do it! That ought to shut her up."

Lisa is really catty in this. I thought...almost hoped that she'd break up with him. But I'm guessing she has her own reasons to stay in the relationship.

Can't wait for the next chapter!!

Oh, would you look at that.

I think Born Again is making a lot of people subscribe to Disney +, just so they could watch.

I’ve definitely seen a lot of people who said they subscribed just to watch it! I’m curious to see how long it’ll stay number 1.

I'm curious to know if it'll last until the end of the season.

I mean so far, I think the show is doing great so far. The CGI in the first fight was a little clonky but I don’t mind.

So far, I love the new characters and the original ones are still the same. It’s not Netflix but it sure follows into its footsteps.

Oh, would you look at that.

I think Born Again is making a lot of people subscribe to Disney +, just so they could watch.