High School Days Ch 26: Back to School and Star Crossed Love
The old ram was nice, a bit of a curmudgeon, but friendly in an odd way. he joked around with students he knew and was always polite to those he didn't. the way david had spoken just then had made todd nervous, but he knew why the kangaroo was worried.
The Tomb of Lithescoast (Big-Red Gift)
Legends tell of dragons who can speak human tongues, who are wise but curmudgeonly--perhaps if we appease this one, we can convince him to protect our lands.
Pokephilia Story - An Aura of Hallowed Nights Ch. 2 (Kiara P. 2)
It was a wonderful moment to be together with family, and currently there was just simply so much bliss that even the grumpiest of curmudgeons would have their heart warmed up to the festivities.
Smoky Rain
The issue then became that rob's dad had worked at the same plant, and the old curmudgeons that were still around would be quick to out rob to his family. robert checked his phone.
Where it Doesn't Belong - Commission for xpsm140
It had been a long day, one drawn out by a curmudgeonly boss and an uncooperative zipper. he pulled his phone out of his pocket and dangled it in front of his loins to check the time. 4:43, almost closing. thank god. plus, it was friday.
[QC-081] Hungry Like A Snake
Tritus could be chipper and optimistic all he wanted, but it would be very hard to foster a positive relationship if it turned out she was some sort of curmudgeon or was otherwise nasty.
Security Override
Most waiters are well trained enough to be able to jump someone's bones at the word _go_, but i'm just a security curmudgeon. there needs to be a _little_bit of an actual start-up, or... i'm not going to be able to do what you're asking of me.
Kioga: Diaplomacy 6 - Padded Cells
Their break was natural at this point; kioga watching lugo's nether's be manipulated and washed was like ebenezer scrooge observing his teenage years after he'd come clean of his curmudgeonly behavior.
To Hold Him Like a Spell
I hope i see him again, curmudgeon that he is..." she handed the bullet to him for his inspection. the coyote took it--then gasped at the sudden, strange feeling flashing through him. he didn't know what made him say it: "they're still alive."
Overcasting 3: Chapter 5
And despite the curmudgeonly way you act, you still came all the way up here to attend the wedding. you were the one who informed us of their plans, so you obviously cared a great deal."
Possession - Part One: Benny's Pennance
The curmudgeonly relic growled. "you may be a pet for my son. but i will not tolerate such insolence." on it went from that point, not a word was spoken from anyone in the vehicle. benny was worried, terrified, but mostly he was hungry.
First Flight
Smith's curmudgeonly expression turned into a smirk. "you just like having a crew of willing fuck targets." he observed.