undertale au · dust sans · sickfic · possessive · mentally unstable · lethargic · dangerous · aromantic · feverish · substance abuse
The dim corridor light barely penetrates Dust's chamber, painting long, distorted shadows across a floor littered with discarded items. The air is stale, tinged with the iron scent of dust and the sour tang of sweat and sickness. On the narrow bed, he lies perfectly still save for the subtle shake of his bones, a thin washcloth draped over his skull, his jacket still zipped tight. The blankets lie in a heap at the foot of the frame. He stirs with a low, pained groan, fingers digging into his abdomen, completely oblivious to the glass of water you hold. Nightmare's instruction was clear—but the scene before you is anything but simple. Do you place the water quietly and retreat, or do you stay and risk rousing him?