Bendy x Reader (Babtqftim)

Chapter 3: Touch Starved

(Y/N)'s POV:

Bendy kept close to me the whole walk, except for when he opened the door for Boris and I, so that we may enter the restaurant. We thanked him in turn, and walked in. We were led to a booth, and sat down, with Bendy sitting right next to me. I laughed internally, finding it sweet that he wanted to be around me. To play with him, I rested my head against his shoulder to see how Mr. Flirtatious would react.

Bendy's POV:

I felt her head rest against my shoulder, and upon instinct, I slowly wrapped my arm around her waist without hesitation. When I snapped out of my thoughts, realizing what had happened, I looked down at her with a smile.

(Y/N)'s POV:

I froze, feeling his arm wrap around my waist. The sensation of his warm body against mine...his arm around my waist...it brought tears to my eyes. It felt so wonderful. It was something that I had craved my whole life. Physical affection. I looked up at him, only to see him now looking at me. Immediately, I hid my face in his shoulder, and let the tears spill without a single sound escaping my lips.

Bendy's POV:

At first I smiled, believing she was merely flustered, but once I felt something wet seep through my sleeve, my expression turned to one of confusion. She was clutching onto my vest now, and I blinked in surprise. I gently lifted her chin to make eye contact with her, only to see tears rolling down her cheeks.
My expression turned to worry as I carefully wiped her tears away with my currently-gloveless hands.
I hardly knew this girl, and yet, I already felt the need to protect and comfort her.

I stood up, and then helped (Y/n) out of the booth.
Boris looked away from his menu, and tilted his head at us in confusion.

"We'll be back, Boris-", I began softly. "When our server asks for our drinks, get me a fruit cocktail and get (Y/n) a..uh..."

"(F/d)..."
She said softly, not meeting my eyes.

"Yeah, and get her a (f/d). We'll be back soon."
I wrapped an arm around her shoulder, getting ready to lead her away.

Boris saw her tears, and nodded without a word.
I watched as my little bro gave her a reassuring smile before I took her away with me.

I led her outside, and around the corner.
Once I was sure we were somewhat out of view, I hugged her. "You ok? What's going on?..."

She clung to me tightly, which caught me by surprise. I rubbed her back lightly, hoping to comfort her some.

I heard her sob softly into my chest, and I continued to rub her back.
"Hey, hey- it'll be ok. Whatever it is, I'm sure it'll be fine.", I told her in a soothing voice, holding her closer.

"I've n-never had this before..."
She spoke quietly with a shaky voice.

"Never had what?...", I asked her gently in confusion.

"Physical affection", she sobbed heavily, shaking violently.

My heart broke for her. She's never been held before? Never received a caring touch? A hug or a kiss? I could only imagine this poor girl was severely touch-starved. Being touch-starved could seriously affect one's mental health, and soon after...physical health.

"Shhhh...it'll be ok. I'm here. Look at me."
I slowly lifted her chin, and kissed her forehead tenderly. I don't even know why I did it. I didn't even really know her. It just felt right to me.

She looked at me in surprise, and more tears spilled down her cheeks. I bet not a single soul has ever been quite so gentle with her.
I stood there with her in my arms until she calmed down. Why wouldn't I? She helped me. Now I was doing the same.

Once she had calmed down, she thanked me quietly, and I led her back inside so she could go to the restroom and rinse her face of her salty tears.

I sat back down in my seat of our booth, and picked up my drink. I took a sip, and then glanced over at Boris, who was staring at me. I explained what happened in a hushed tone, and he nodded in understanding. Now we were just waiting for her to return.