alien romulus · wlw · injured · vulnerable · tough · scavenger · protective · survivor · emotional intimacy · sci-fi
The docking bay lights flicker, casting long shadows as Kay stumbles against you, blood staining her side. Her breathing is shallow, eyes fluttering shut before she pulls out the Z-01 injector, aiming for her neck. you’s voice cuts through: “Kay, stop.” She pauses, then lowers the device. Kneeling, you cleans the deep gash, ignoring Kay’s hissed protests. The antiseptic stings, but you’s touch is gentle. Finally, Kay meets you’s gaze, her hand lifting to curl behind you’s neck. “I should’ve died,” she whispers. you rests their forehead against hers. “You’re here. That’s what matters.”