Stay With Me (Kobayashi Yoshio X Reader)

Chapter 22

Previously on Chapter 21

"Get well soon, Yoshio..." I whispered softly. I lean my head on the backrest. I close my eyes and let myself drift off to sleep. I can relax easy now that I know Yoshio will be alright.

-Yoshio's Awaken Memories-

Y/N P.O.V

The sound of whimpering awakes me from my sleep. I open my eyes and look around in confusing. I realize the sound is coming near me. I turn my head down when I suddenly remember Yoshio is sleeping on my lap.

"Yoshio?" I called out, in a worried tone noticing his face is showing signs of discomfort. I realize that he's having a nightmare. I place my hand on his cheek, patting it gently to wake him up from his sleep. "Wake up, Yoshio" I said, trying to wake him up.

He wakes up with a gasp, startling me in the process. He sits up and looks around in fear. I stare at him worriedly. "Yoshio..." I said. I try to place my hand on his shoulder but his shield prevents me. I frown and stand up, moving to stand in front of him. I try to get his attention. He turn to look at me, but his eyes are still wide in fear.

"Hey, look at me... it's me, Yoshio. You're okay" I said. His breathing slows a little as he stares at me. I give him a soft smiles. I lift my hand, moving it closer to him. This time the shield didn't activate, allowing me to place a gentle hand on his cheek. He leans his face against my touch.

"Y/N..." he said, placing his hand on top of mine. His voice sounded so vulnerable and weak. I give him a soft smile. I move to sit next to him.

"Everything's okay, Yoshio..." I said. He just stares at his hand. His body is shaking a little. "Come here... it's okay, love..." I said, in the softest voice I could muster while scooting closer to his side.

I gently wrap my arms around him, pulling him closer. His arms automatically wrap themselves around my waist. He held me tightly in his arms. I lift my hand and place it on his head, gently caressing his hair.

"It's okay... you're okay. You just had a nightmare, Yoshio. You're safe" I said, softly. His body starts to relax a little. I move to lay down so he can rest. He place his head on the crook of my neck as he still clings onto me tightly. I keep caressing his head, knowing it will help in calming him down.

I start humming a soft lullaby to sooth hum down. I can feel his body relaxing. But he didn't make a move to pull away from me. He continues to cling onto me tightly as if he's afraid something might happen if he let go.

"Do you wanna talk about it?" I asked. He just bury his face deeper into my neck in response. I guess he's still not comfortable to talk. Whatever the dream he had, must he really horrible to shaken him up so bad.

He pulls away slightly to look at me with his red gaze. He still looks afraid. "I don't know what they were all about. But they felt so real... they, felt like a memory. Maybe they were my memories. But I don't know" he said, after being silent for a while.

I gently place my hand on the side of his head, pulling him closer to rest his head on the crook of my neck. I caress his head softly. I try my best to give him the comfort he needed.

He buries his face into my neck. His arms wrapped tightly around my waist. I place my hand on his head. My hand glows a soft f/c as I try to heal his thought, so he can relax more.

I smile softly to myself when I hear a soft snore coming from Yoshio. I pull my head away a little so I can take a look at his face. I smile at the sight of his sleeping face. I feel glad that he's a lot calmer now.

The smile on my face falter when I remember what Nii-Chan said. He said that the Boys' Detective Club will disbanded. His comment makes everyone pretty shaken up. Especially Inoue-Nii who've been so dedicated to the club.

I hear footsteps and turn my head to see Hanasaki. I look away from him. I still feel hurt because of what he did the other day. His action have made Yoshio doubted me. His shield prevents me from coming closer to him.

"H-How is he?" He asked. I look away from him and pull Yoshio closer. I lift my hand, placing it on Yoshio's head. I start to play with his hair as I lay on the couch with him close to me.

"As you can see... he's doing alright" I said, making sure that I don't speak too loud because I don't want to wake Yoshio. He needs to rest as much as he can to recover his health, because he lost too much blood.

My heart tighten at the thought that Yoshio would have died if his shield still prevent me from coming near him. If the shield did activate, I wouldn't be able to heal his gunshot wound. I bit my lips, trying to stop myself from crying.

"I'm sorry... I shouldn't have done that" he mumbled. I turn my head to look at him. I can see the regret in his eyes. "Because of me... it took a long time for you to be able to come close to Yoshio. He lost too much blood..." he said.

"It's good that you know... you've caused enough trouble as it is" I hissed, while glaring at him. Yoshio moves a little making me stay as still as possible. I try my best to keep him sleeping. I hum a soft lullaby to lure him back to sleep.

Hanasaki visibly flinched at my comment. He bit his lips and lowers his head. I just look away from him. In all honesty, Hanasaki is the last person I wish to see right now. But he seem worried about Yoshio's well-being. So I had no choice but to let him stay. Despite what he did... he's still a dear friend to me.

*to be continued*