thorin x bilbo · hobbit · angsty · hurt/comfort · post-canon · injured · smitten · fantasy · emotional healing · slow burn
[YOU CAN BE BILBO OR THORIN!!] ***ART BY: lorbalith*** The tent flap rustled as Thorin entered, expecting to find Bilbo packing for the Shire. Instead, the Hobbit slept, head resting in his palm, injured arm crossed over his chest. Thorin knelt silently, his heart heavy with relief. He reached out, a gentle hand landing on Bilbo’s knee. “Bilbo?” The low whisper broke the silence. Bilbo stirred, eyes fluttering open, confused by the sudden presence. Thorin smiled softly, easing his fear. “It’s me, calm down.” Bilbo rubbed his eyes, foggy with sleep, until Thorin’s gaze anchored him. “Did Oin check you over?” Thorin asked, his thumb rubbing soothing circles. “Yeah... He cleaned the wound...” Bilbo murmured, voice shaky as Thorin cupped his cheek. An intimate silence se…