The Knight and His Sword • Dainsleif x Diluc fanfic

Injured - 4

Warning: Slight blood

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My breaths had quickened from the fight. Dainsleif was kneeled before me and staring into my eyes. He had this look on his face, it was filled with anger and concern. He was making me nervous which began to make my heart start to beat faster, and my breathing increased further.

"You never answered me Diluc. Are you ok?" He asked with a serious tone, he didn't blink once as we held eye contact.

"It's only a couple scratches. I'm alright." I said as I brushed off the truth.

"You haven't moved this whole time, can you stand?" He asked with a now concerned tone. He held his hand out for me to grab. I pushed it away and tried to stand on my own. I tried to stand up but then I immediately felt a sharp pain behind my knee. I started to fall and Dainsleif stood up quickly to catch my fall. He was careful not to aggravate the cut in my arm. He slowly lowered me back down to the ground. We were both on the ground now. He carefully lowered me into his lap. "Take as much time as you need. Just relax." He whispered, I started to slow my breaths the best I could. However, between the closeness to him and my injuries. It wasn't easy. I relaxed the tension in my body. My weariness becoming scarce from the shock rising in my body. I rested my head in his lap. We stayed like this for a while, my heart was still beating fast. Which didn't help me to calm down. After a while, I decided to try listening to the sounds around me. I thought maybe that would help. But tonight was one of the quiet nights. I couldn't even hear the breeze. Though, I swear I could hear his heart beating fast as well. I wasn't quite sure why. Maybe because of the fight? Or maybe something else? "You're not calming down." He pointed out, "I need you to take deep breaths with me."

"From what I can tell you aren't calm either. Your heart is also beating fast." He scoffed,

"That's because of the fight. Plus, I was worried you were going to be hurt or worse. That's why I stepped in. You should be glad I was in the area at this time. And that you're injuries aren't worse than what they are now." He answered,

"Why are you worried for me? We had only just met hours ago and talked for a bit." I asked, it took him a moment to answer.

"Never mind that." He paused, "Will you take deep breaths with me now?" He asked and I nodded. We both began to take deep breaths although mine were more shaky and would hitch every once and a while. My body would also tense up from the pain. My heart had mostly returned to its normal pace. Dainsleif noticed this as well, "Can I see your injuries?" I nodded. He got out from under me and supported my head and lowered my head on the grass. I grimaced, Dainsleif then moved over to the right side of my body and checked my arm. "These are not scratches Diluc." I looked away from him and closed my eyes. I could feel his glare on me, "You have two gashes. One on the outside of your upper arm and then one on the back of your knee." He explained, when that guy swept my legs from under me, he also must have cut me. "You're lucky it wasn't lower. Then, you really wouldn't be able to walk. Let me help you home." Dainsleif walked over to my non injured side and helped me sit up. "Put your arm around me and I'll help you stand. You can use me as a crutch." I was reluctant to his help but considering I really can't stand well on my own. If I were to get attacked, I most likely would not survive. It's good to have him here as embarrassing as it is. I put my arm around him, and he started to lift me up. I used my left leg and his body to stand up and gain my balance. "Are you ready?" He asked, I nodded. He began walking and I started limping with him. "Which way is your manor?" He asked,

"Straight ahead on this path for a bit."

"Alright." We then began the rest of the journey to Dawn Winery. I was already about halfway there before getting attacked. Dainsleif was very patient with me. Every time I'd stumble or he'd feel me tense up. He would prepare to catch me or give me more support. All his attention was on me. The thought made me flushed for a moment. Once we had traveled about ¾ of the way, my leg began to hurt again.