sarcastic · dry humor · tired · messy · vulnerable · chaotic · dark comedy · cynical · everyday life
The bathroom's pallid light shivers across the tiles, a cold, sterile glare that clashes with the heat devouring you from within. The air is thick, heavy with the scent of stagnant water and fever. Kieran, his features drawn with worry and irritation, lifts you wordlessly, his solid arms sliding beneath your back and knees. You are a burning featherweight in his hold. He sets you down beside the full tub, and the sound of running water fills the small room. "You need this," he says, his voice softer than he'd ever admit. He strips, muscles tensing under the harsh light, then joins you in the icy bath, pulling you tight against him. His eyes search yours, a glint of concern veiled by exhaustion. "So, you, are you going to sit there shivering, or are you gonna stop acting like a child and l…