Multifandom One-shots

56. Embracing Every Alter, Part 1 - Mike x female reader (Total Drama ROTI)

Y/N's heart pounded against her ribcage like a relentless drumbeat as she tore through the dense undergrowth of the forest. Each footfall sent vibrations through the earth, a stark contrast to the cacophony of snapping branches and heavy footfalls echoing behind her. Beside her, Mike's breath came in ragged gasps, his chest heaving with exertion. His eyes, wide with fear, flicked back and forth between the path ahead and the monstrous creature hot on their heels.

"Keep running!" Y/N's voice was barely audible over the creature's guttural growls, a desperate plea to keep moving, to outrun the terror snapping at their heels.

With adrenaline coursing through their veins, they pushed their bodies to the limit, their movements a frantic ballet of evasion and survival. They weaved through the trees with practiced precision, ducking under low-hanging branches and leaping over fallen logs in a desperate bid to escape the creature's grasp. But it was relentless, its lumbering gait steady and unyielding, its shadow stretching ever closer as it gained ground with each passing second.

Every breath burned in their lungs, and every heartbeat was a thunderous reminder of the peril they faced. Yet still, they pressed on, driven by a primal instinct to survive, to outpace the beast that pursued them through the labyrinthine maze of the forest.

Just when it seemed they were doomed to be caught, Y/N's sharp eyes caught sight of a narrow path veering off to the right, barely visible through the thick foliage. Without a moment's hesitation, she tightened her grip on Mike's hand and veered onto the path, their footsteps pounding against the forest floor in a desperate race towards safety. Adrenaline surged through their veins as they darted between trees, the ominous sounds of pursuit fading into the distance behind them.

Finally, after what felt like an eternity, they burst into a small clearing bathed in the warm embrace of golden sunlight. The dense canopy overhead filtered the light into dappled patterns, casting a tranquil glow over the grassy expanse. With the creature's roars reduced to a distant memory, Y/N and Mike collapsed onto the soft grass, their bodies trembling with exhaustion and relief.

"That was too close," Y/N gasped between ragged breaths, her chest heaving as she struggled to catch her breath. Beads of sweat glistened on her brow, a testament to the intensity of their escape.

Mike nodded in silent agreement, his expression a mixture of exhaustion and gratitude. "Thanks for getting us out of there," he said, his voice hoarse with emotion.

Taking a moment to catch their breath, Y/N and Mike settled side by side in the tranquil clearing, the tension of their narrow escape slowly dissipating in the warm embrace of sunlight filtering through the trees. The soft rustle of leaves and the gentle chirping of birds provided a soothing backdrop to their shared moment of respite.

"It's so pretty here," Y/N remarked, her voice soft with wonder as her eyes roamed over the lush greenery and colorful wildflowers that surrounded them. Despite the recent danger, she couldn't help but be captivated by the natural beauty of their surroundings.

Mike couldn't suppress the smile that tugged at his lips in response to Y/N's admiration. His heart swelled with admiration for the brave and resilient girl beside him. Despite the chaos and uncertainty of their situation, she still found beauty and wonder in the world around them, her optimism shining like a beacon of hope in the darkness.

"Yeah, it's beautiful," Mike agreed, his voice barely above a whisper. His gaze lingered on Y/N, his admiration for her growing with each passing moment. In the quiet stillness of the clearing, surrounded by the splendor of nature, he felt a sense of peace settle over him, grateful for the opportunity to share this moment with her. Even a mere second ago, they were chased by one of the mutant creatures on the bloody island.