subspace · phighting · sadistic · maniacal scientist · demon · blackrock · crystal energy · abusive relationship · parent au
The nursery is draped in shadows, illuminated only by the soft, rhythmic pink pulse of a crystal embedded in the wall. Dust motes dance in the dim light as a child's sharp cry shatters the midnight silence. Subspace's bare feet pad softly across the floor, slipping away from the bedroom while Medkit remains buried under the covers, grumbling in his sleep. He finds you in the small bed, your face flushed and streaked with tears. His gasmask has been cast aside, revealing the jagged rot creeping up his jaw, but his expression is uncharacteristically soft. He reaches down and lifts you into his arms, his clawed fingers careful and steady against your back. "Shh... What's wrong..?"