𝓛𝓮𝓸𝓷 𝓚𝓮𝓷𝓷𝓮𝓭𝔂| 𝗜𝗺𝗮𝗴𝗶𝗻𝗲𝘀 𝗕𝗼𝗼𝗸 𝟯

Pads and Panic

AN: This one's a little self-indulgent, but hopefully some of you enjoy it nonetheless! My immune system is shit thanks to my chronic illness, so when my period comes it's like a week of being ill and feeling rubbish.

Currently sat here writing on my phone with my hot water bottle and a Kit Kat😂
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I wake up in the middle of the night, and immediately know my body is doing something. What that something is, I find out, is bringing me my period a week early. I huff as I sit on the toilet, reaching for a pad/tampon, only to find its my last one. I contain my annoyance at the terrible timing, I was going to buy some more in a few days in preparation, but since it's come early...I'm not prepared.

I finish up, then wash my hands, looking at my face in the mirror. I've got two new spots and some seriously frizzy hair, and not the bedhead kind. At this time of the month my immune system doesn't do well, and I often get ill for a few days or just generally feel really shitty, hence my need to prepare.

I climb back in bed careful not to wake Leon, but his awareness stirs. With a long inhale he sits up, hair all mussed up as he looks at me sleepily, his eyes fighting against closing again. "What's wrong sweetie?" He deeply asks, concern now etching his features as I wince. Ahh great, here comes the inevitable stomach ache.

"I got my period, but it wasn't supposed to come until next week. Sorry, I didn't mean to wake you." I mumble, rubbing my eyes. Leon shakes his head, reaching out to lace his fingers with mine, then he gives my hand a comforting squeeze.

"It's alright, these things happen. Is there anything you need?" Leon asks. I feel guitly for asking, especially since it's around one in the morning. Seeing my hesitation, Leon's eyes open a little more. "It's okay, I really don't mind going out to get you something if you need it."

My lip wobbles at the kindness. "I- I just need some more pads/tampons because I don't have any, and I wouldn't mind some chocolate please. I can go myself if it's too much." I thickly whisper, on the edge of tears. Leon's lips curve as he gently huffs at my overreaction, then he wraps an arm around my shoulders as he kisses the side of my head.

"Don't get upset, it's alright. The store is only a few minutes away so I'll be back soon, okay? Just lie down and get comfy, but maybe keep your phone on in case I need you." He says, getting up to get dressed quickly. Grabbing his wallet and phone, he comes over and gives me one last forehead kiss then leaves.

Leon's POV:

It's late, and I was having a great sleep until Y/N woke up, but seeing her in such stress and pain soon woke me up. I shove my hands into the pockets of my jacket as I walk down the streets, setting a fast pace so I can get back to my baby with the stuff she needs. Thankfully our closest store is open 24/7, so I don't have to venture far.

As soon as I walk in I'm met with the bright lights, a sudden contrast to the darkness outside. I don't bother with a basket, figuring I can carry all the stuff in my arms. I go to the sweet section first, grabbing her favourite chocolate and something for myself, then I also grab her favourite snacks, since sometimes she likes to nibble of something throughout the day. Nodding to someone who walks past I then look at all the fresh bouquets of flowers, settling on a pink, white and purple mix, then I also grab some fruit since I know her immune system isn't great this time of the month. Finally, I head to grab the pads/tampons she needs, but there's more than I expected.

Was there this many last time? I think back to when I last saw her buy some, but I can't remember the brand or type. I mean, there's so many options you'd think this is a pick and mix. I finally give up, so grab my phone and call her.

"Leon?" She questions, sounding worried.

"Hey, everything's alright, but, uh, what pads/tampons do you need? I mean there's one with wings and some with colours, I'm, just, uh..." I lead off, smiling as I hear her laugh. She tells me the brand and describes the box, then finding them I tell her I love her then hang up. I also grab some painkillers just in case, then head over and pay for all the items.

The walk back home is quicker now I've got the goods my baby needs. Once through the door, I lock it then head to the bedroom, stopping at the doorframe with the bag in one hand and the flowers in my other, hidden behind the wall.

Y/N POV:

I look up at Leon, wondering why he's just stood there. "Close your eyes, I got you something." He teases. My lips lift as I let my eyes close, then I hear the rustling of plastic as he sets the bag on my lap, then something else. Leon makes a noise, then I open my eyes, seeing a beautiful bouquet in front of me.

I grin, tearing up. "They're so pretty, thank you so much!" I exclaim, reaching my arms up for Leon to bend down, I wrap my arms around his neck and hug him as he chuckles, hugging me back.

"Let me get you some water so you can take those painkillers." Leon murmurs, heading off to put some of the stuff away including my flowers. When he comes back I take the water, down the painkillers, and wrap myself back under the covers, sneaking one square of chocolate into my mouth as Leon smirks at me.

Letting out a yawn he undresses again then slides in beside me, letting me get comfortable before he wraps himself around me, a warm hand resting on my stomach which feels a lot like a hot water bottle.

"Are you feeling okay now?" Leon whispers. I nod, once again feeling sleepy now the pain is subsiding and the panic of being unprepared goes away.

Before I can even say goodnight I'm asleep.

When morning comes, I'm woken after my alarm to Leon bringing me a delicious looking bowl of fresh fruit. He smiles, perching on the edge of the bed as I sit up.

"Morning sweetie, I thought this might boost your immune system up a bit, along with these." He pulls out a few vitamins, tipping them out so I can chew on them. I'm feeling shitty again today, so I'm grateful for the care.

"You're always taking care of me. I love you so much." I say, feeling all emotional. Leon shrugs up a shoulder, taking a piece of apple from the bowl. We sit in bed, sharing the fruit and talking until he takes the empty bowl away, giving my hair a loving ruffle.

"Don't worry about doing too much today if you don't feel like it, I can take care of everything whilst you rest up and chill out." He softly tells me, bringing a fresh wave of tears to my eyes, which only makes us both laugh. I wave it off, wiping the damn things away as he lingers in the doorway to check if I'm okay, then disappears when I give him a thumbs up.