Yandere naga

Chapter 17: Healing Waters

The sun rise from below the horizon, casting a warm glow across the village. The previous day had been one of tumult and strife, and as the sun ascended, Y/N found herself still caught in the clutches of trauma. The events beneath the waves haunted her, the memory of those menacing Mermen etching fear into her every breath.

Lucas, ever attuned to her emotional currents, noticed the lingering shadows in her eyes. He curled his tail around her, a protective shield against the world's unseen terrors. "Rest, my love," he whispered, his voice a gentle murmur, like the soothing lull of the sea.

Y/N stirred from her slumber again, feeling the warmth of Lucas's scales against her. The events of the previous day lingered in her mind again, but the serenity of the village was a comforting embrace.

Lucas, sensing her waking again, brushed a soft kiss on her forehead. "Good morning, my love. How did you sleep?"

Y/N managed a small smile, the traces of yesterday's turmoil still etched in her eyes. "Better, thanks to you."

As Y/N attempted to sit up, Lucas's tail gently curled around her waist, offering support. He could sense her hesitation, her aversion to the water that's near their home.

Lucas, having prepared a warm meal, asked y/n with a warm smile. "Do you want breakfast?"

Y/N nodded appreciatively. "Yes, thank you. What do you have for breakfast?"

Lucas laid out a spread of fruits, freshly baked bread, and a sweet-smelling herbal tea. "Help yourselves. I've made your favorites."

As they shared the morning meal, Lucas engaged them in casual conversation, his presence a reassuring balm. Y/N, still adjusting to the Naga way of life, found herself drawn to the tales of their culture and traditions.

As the day unfolded, Lucas tended to her needs with unwavering devotion. He prepared a warm bath infused with herbs that calmed the mind and soul. The fragrant steam enveloped Y/N, a gentle embrace that hinted at the healing waters below.

The water, once a source of terror, now cradled her with its tender touch. Lucas ran a soft sponge across her skin, each stroke erasing the invisible scars left by the day's ordeal. He spoke few words, understanding that sometimes the solace of silence could heal wounds deeper than any physical pain.

The village, too, sensed Y/N's turmoil. The Naga moved quietly around them, a collective presence of support. Whispers of the battle beneath the waves lingered, a testament to their shared resilience.

Amidst the calming embrace of the water, Y/N heard a gentle knock on the entrance of their home. Serena, her vibrant scales reflecting the moonlight, entered with a warmth that transcended mere friendship. Her gaze, soft and understanding, met Y/N's.

"Hey, warrior," Serena said, her voice a melodic resonance. "How are you holding up?"

Y/N managed a faint smile, her eyes betraying the turbulence within. "I've been better," she admitted, her voice a fragile echo.

Serena approached, her presence a comforting balm. "You were incredibly brave, facing those Mermen. Not many humans would have stood their ground."

A hesitant gratitude flickered in Y/N's eyes. "I didn't have much of a choice. Lucas... he fought for me."

Lucas, overhearing their conversation, approached with a quiet strength. "I'll always fight for you," he declared, his crimson eyes locking onto hers with an intensity that reassured and overwhelmed all at once.

Serena, with a sly grin, interrupted the tender moment. "You know, Y/N, even though I got a few scratches, I'd say the Mermen got the worse end of the deal. Lucas fought like a hurricane."

Y/N couldn't help but smile at Serena's attempt to lighten the mood. However, her gaze lingered on the scratches Serena spoke of, a pang of guilt surfacing. "I'm sorry, Serena. If I hadn't been there—"

Serena raised a hand, cutting off Y/N's remorse. "None of that, warrior. You couldn't have known. Besides, those scratches will heal. What matters is that we're all safe now."

Lucas, sensing Y/N's lingering distress, drew her into an embrace. "Serena is right. We're safe, and you're with me. That's all that matters."

As Y/N nestled against Lucas's warm chest, a sense of security enveloped her. The love and care she found in the this world began to outweigh the trauma, the village becoming a sanctuary where scars, both seen and unseen, could heal.

The trio spent the night exchanging stories and laughter, the healing power of companionship mending the fractures left by the day's events. Serena, with her lively tales, became a beacon of camaraderie, dispelling the shadows that clung to Y/N's heart.

As the night waned, Serena rose to leave, her parting words laced with reassurance. "Sleep well, warrior. Tomorrow is a new day, filled with possibilities."

The door closed softly behind Serena, leaving Y/N and Lucas in the quiet embrace of their home. Lucas, sensing Y/N's lingering sadness, brushed a gentle kiss against her forehead. "We'll face each day together, my love. No storm can shake us."

And so, beneath the moonlit forest, Y/N found solace in the arms of the Naga who had become her protector, and in the camaraderie of a friend who shared both the perils and joys of their world. The healing waters of the night promised a tomorrow where strength would replace fear and where scars would be testament to battles won rather than trials endured.

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Published - 15 Nov 2023