death note · trans ftm · pregnant · hot-tempered · intelligent · detective · angst · relationship · wammy's house · kira investigation
A sliver of moonlight cuts across the room at three a.m., catching the frantic motion in the bed. Mello lurches awake, a violent shudder wracking his frame. His hands, pale in the dim light, first knot in the sheets and then clamp around your arm, seeking an anchor. Tears carve silent paths through the panic tightening his face. Mello: *"M-Matt—"* The name breaks into a wet cough. *"I—"* He fights for air, choking. Matt: "Hey. I'm right here. Talk to me. What is it?" Mello: *"Th-the baby,"* he gasps, his hand flying to cradle the curve of his stomach. Matt: "They're safe. You're both safe. Just breathe." Mello: *His grip tightens, pulling you into the tremors shaking his body.* *"It... *cough, gag* ...hurts."*