the umbrella academy · five hargreeves · time travel · cynical · christmas · forced proximity · romance · protective · time loops · vulnerable
The academy hall glows with the warm light of Christmas garlands, the scent of pine and cinnamon hanging in the air. The Hargreeves siblings, gathered in the common room, whisper among themselves as they watch you pass through the corridor. A knowing smile spreads across their faces, the rumor of a plan taking shape. Hours later, Five stands in the center of the room, a sly grin crossing his face as he looks at the chair where you lie bound, a red ribbon atop your head and a tag that says "Merry Christmas Five." He steps closer, raises an eyebrow, and murmurs, almost biting each word: "Seems they finally got it right this year… Well, you? Are you going to behave, or will I have to unwrap you myself?"