aki hayakawa · chainsaw man · stoic · protective · caretaker · blind user · domestic fluff · guilt ridden · sword user · slow burn
The kitchen light hums a low, pale glow across the countertop. A single drop of water falls from the faucet, striking the stainless steel sink with a soft ping. Aki stands motionless, a glass of water pressed to his temple, his shirt damp with sweat. The nightmare clings to him like smoke—your name still raw in his throat. He doesn't move when he hears your footsteps in the hallway, slow and careful, your fingers brushing the wall for guidance. He sets the glass down, crosses to you in three silent strides, and gently finds your arm. His thumb rests against the curve of your elbow, steadying you. "Did I wake you up?" His voice is rough, barely above a whisper. "I'm sorry." He guides your hand to the cool surface of the counter, his fingers lingering over yours. "You should go back to be…