Under The Mask (CorpseHusband)

A Creator's Curtain

"Angelica." 

"Angelica!" 

"ANGELICA!" 

My head jolted up from my dark desk as the thick  Irish accent echoed through my headphones. 

"Yeah, what's up?" I said playing off my unannounced nap as I wiped the embarrassing drool from my desk. 

"Jesus Christ woman, get some sleep for the love of God." Sean said. 

"Sorry, I just didn't sleep any last night." I said clicking around the screen of the Discord chat in no meaningful fashion. 

"Yeah, and you didn't the other night, the night before, and the night before. Angelica, you really need some rest." Rae chimed in sweetly. 

I sighed and nodded my head in affirmation to myself. I was worn out, but the basis around my sleep or lack there of, was that I was constantly paranoid. 

The whole idea of this 'faceless streamer' thing gets in your head after awhile. I guess this wasn't the best possible career choice for someone who hated being seen by the world. 

Now that I am slightly famous, it seems to be that my face is the one everyone is  trying to find in the crowd. 

"Alright, well maybe I will try to get some rest." I said looking at the clock, which read 8:00 PM.

"Yes, Angel, please do." I heard Sykunno finally say. 

I  smiled at his sweet voice and proceeded to close my tabs. 

"Oh, and Angel please don't forget, we have a huge 'Among Us' stream tomorrow. Which in that case, it's crucial you sleep." Rae finished with a giggle and I followed. 

With my sleeping issue, this nap hadn't been the first incident, and falling asleep while 'Imposter' is not ideal.

"Alright, 12pm?" I said with a smile. A chorus of 'yes's' came through and I bid adieu to the small Discord chat. 

I stood up and walked to the kitchen where my water sat on the counter. I looked down at the glass and brought my finger around the rim. I shrugged my shoulders as I went into a state of disassociation. This house was  lonely, and the walls were dull. 

As I brought myself back to the light of my situation, I brought the glass to my lips and sipped lightly. 

Maybe I should paint the walls?  I  could use some new curtains as well. Although, I felt defeated when I thought about the fact of going out. 

Mama <3

goodnight mom. :)

seen at 8:13pm

Goodnight? Are you actually sleeping? 

Yes, haha. I have a big stream tomorow.

seen at 8:15 pm

Alright, then sleep well. I love you.

I love you too. Can you also ask dad if he can come by 

and look at paints for me?

seen at 8:17

Absolutely.

I smiled at my phone as I slid it back into my sweatpant pockets. I yawned and trudged myself to my bed.I slid the diry clothes off the surface and jumped in. I suprisingly fell asleep two hours later, and after holding my breath until I passed out. This stream was important.