the hope within you

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Life never really is a straight line. Not even for the ultimates of Hope's Peak.
A lot of people assumed that you were very strong. After all, you were the partner of the "SHSL Hope Enthusiast" Nagito Komaeda. Being able to deal with his episodes and rambles and constant blubbering... there's no way anyone could perceive you as weak.
But while it is true that you are strong, they forget that there are cracks in everyone and that even you have your weak spots.
Some days you're fine. You can walk with a high head and go about your day as any normal person with. But other days... it's like a constant crashing of waves during a storm at sea. No peace from the vicious howl of the wind and the screams of thunder. And unfortunately, today happened to be one of those days.

School had started over an hour ago. (Y/N) was well aware of that fact. But they couldn't even seem to muster a single fuck, even the weight of their duvet cover felt too much to lift. Not to mention the drowsiness clouding their head, an overall feeling of despair manipulating their every thought.
Feeling so lazy, so unproductive and anxious about it all but at the same time, not even caring. When (Y/N) crashed, they crashed hard. The constant buzzing of their phone rang through the room, adding the the disorderly mess swirling in their head.
Skin bled from their unhealthy coping mechanisms, revealing in some sort of sick comfort from feeling something other than this full emptiness inside them.
The chaotic torment only became harder to blur out when they heard a door close in the nearby vicinity. Someone was here. And they could make a plausible guess to who that was.
Why is he even here? Doesn't he have better things to do than waste his time with you? Worthless, incompetent you
"(Y/N)! Where have you been all morning? I've been so worried, is your phone dea- oh." He stopped himself when he took a proper look at his partner. "Oh, (Y/N)... is it one of those days again, my love?"
(Y/N) didn't respond, feeling tears brim in their eyes. God, is was it that the moment someone asked what's up, everything just surfaces?!
Nagito was cautious, not wanting to unintentionally cause any alarm. Sure, he believed hope will always shine through but during his time with (Y/N) and the ultimates, he gained a solid ground on emotional intelligence. He knew this wasn't the time to talk about his interests. He slowly approached the bed, lifting up the covers to try and embrace (Y/N) but they only recoiled.
"Don't t-touch me, please don't touch me." (Y/N) quietly pleaded, shifting away.
Too ugly, too fat, too repulsive, too much too little don't want him to touch this waste of human skin
Nagito stopped his actions, letting out a soft sigh to try and ease his own tension. He was just so worried but he didn't want that to affect his approach.
"Hey (Y/N)... you can trust me alright? Just let me hold you, and we can talk about whatever you want and I can help you, okay?" He spoke calmly. "I love you so much, everything's going to be okay. I'm here for you."
He's lying he's lying he's lying he's lying he's lying he's lying you're a burden you're a burden you're a burden you're a burden you're a burden disappear disappear disappear disappear disappear disappear
"Please just shut the fuck up!" (Y/N) yelled suddenly. "I can't take this anymore... please just let me rest..."
They broke down into sobs, sinking down into their knees with her hands covering her ears.
"Please... please... I just want this all to end." They cried. "I'm so sorry, that wasn't aimed at you, it was my head- oh god, I'm such a fuck up-"
"Hey, shhhh... I know I know. I know." Nagito whispered, climbing under the covers.
This time, (Y/N) was a lot less reluctant to his touch, letting him embrace their body securely and give them any physical comfort possible. (Y/N) gripped tightly as tears streamed down their face, trying to ground themselves as much as possible. Nagito was patient and calm, gently caressing them and leaving occasional kisses to the top of their head. He hadn't taken long to notice the blood on their face, presuming it was from scratching due to stress. His heart stung in concern, pained to see his loved one in so much despair. He was determined to help them as much as he could.

Giving them all the time they needed, (Y/N) eventually managed to calm their sobbing and steady their breath enough to be able to hold conversation. Nagito didn't leave their side once, helping them to calm down.
"Am I okay to talk..?" He softly asked.
They hesitantly nodded, sniffling ever so slightly.
"Did something trigger this, or is it really just one of those days?" He questioned, giving them a small and light squeeze.
"Everything's too much, again and again and again. This and that, all the time, too much but not enough. It's too much." They mumbled.
Nagito hummed in understanding. Truth be told, he wasn't exactly sure whether he got the right concept but he knew making sense was something difficult to do when explaining emotions. He knew that from experience. So instead of pushing his darling further, he quietly hummed to them and traced shapes on their back comfortingly.
Their breathing steadied ever so slowly and sniffles came to a halt, giving Nagito the confidence to speak up.
"You're bleeding, did you hurt yourself?" He asked first, wiping a thumb across the blood.
"Uh... ah, I guess. I didn't even notice." (Y/N) responded weakly, not seeming to be that phased. "I'm sorry... you shouldn't have to deal with me when I'm like that."
They sighed in defeat, resting their forehead on his chest and shutting their eyes. The weight they felt was undeniably despairing. Nagito being Nagito, let out one of his chuckles, shaking his head slightly.
"Don't despair for such nonsense reasons, (Y/N)... you know I am always here to help you." He soothed, running his fingers through their (H/C) hair. "Let me take care of you okay? I'll try and make this day as easy as possible for you... just cooperate with me, alright?"
(Y/N) stayed silent for a short while, before slightly nodding and just letting Nagito take the lead. He smiled at the affirmation, slowly dragging them out from the bed.
"Shower first. Wash off that blood. Do you need me to come in with you?" Nagito told them, guiding them towards the bathroom.
"N-no... I'll be fine." They awkwardly averted their gaze, a faint blush on their cheeks.
"Well you just shout if you need anything. Don't do anything silly now, (Y/N)." He warned, seeing the slight irritation on their face. "Sorry, I just don't want you getting any more hurt than you already are. I just love you so much, little hope."
"I love you too, Nagito." (Y/N) responded, both parting so they could do their own thing.

While (Y/N) showered, Nagito changed their bedsheets to wash off any dry blood. He made sure to get fresh bedsheets from the dryer so the bed was nice and warm, before heading into the kitchen to gather a few of their favourite snacks. And finally he grabbed their favourite film and set up the TV. He was hoping it would be enough to help distract them for the day or at least until they felt a little more stable.

"All clean?" He asked when (Y/N) came out of the shower.
"All clean." They responded.
"Some comfortable clothes on the end of the bed for you. Fresh out of the dryer." Nagito sent them a comforting smile before giving them some privacy to get changed.
Afterwards, he helped them dry their hair and finish up getting comfortable and then carried them into their bed, snuggling them up in the sheets with him right beside them. (Y/N) sighed, resting their head on Nagito's torso and closing their eyes in comfort, occasionally grabbing a bite of (F/S) and watching the movie play on their TV. They didn't feel great, to say, but they definitely felt better with Nagito by their side. Nagito lightly squeezed them, causing (Y/N) to look up and meet his gaze. He gave a soft smile before dipping down to give a soft kiss on their lips.
"Thank you, Nagito..." (Y/N) murmured.
"Anything for you, darling~" He murmured back, kissing them lovingly on the forehead.

honestly this is probably terrible I'm just so tired and have no time but this was a last request that I wanted to fulfil I am so sorry

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